$50 paid interview study recruiting Chamorro and Carolinian adults in the Marianas
SAIPAN — Chelsea King, a doctoral student at Harvard University, is recruiting participants for her dissertation research and will conduct two-hour virtual interviews focused on Chamorro and Carolinian identity and life in the Marianas.
Taiwan AmCham feature asks if Marianas can be cross-Pacific manufacturing hub
SAIPAN — A December feature published by the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan’s Taiwan Business TOPICS has spotlighted the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands as a potential “strategic hub” for cross-Pacific manufacturing as companies look to diversify supply chains.
Op-Ed: The Marianas Deserves Better Than Seabed Mining—And We Already Have a Better Path
For thousands of years, the people of the Marianas have lived surrounded by the ocean. It has provided food, culture, identity, and a connection to the wider Pacific. Our islands were built with the ocean at the center, yet after all these millennia, we are only now beginning to realize the full economic, scientific, and cultural potential of what surrounds us. This should not be a late discovery. It should have been leveraged and positioned as a core foundation for prosperity generations ago.
Guam and CNMI delegates seek 120-day extension on deep sea mining comment period
Washington, D.C. – Guam Del. James C. Moylan and CNMI Del. Kimberlyn King-Hinds are calling on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to give island residents more time to respond to a federal notice on potential deep sea mining between Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.
Guam’s Governor, Lt. Governor issue statement on passing of Diego Benavente
Hagåtña, Guam — Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero and Lt. Gov. Josh Tenorio are extending condolences to the people of the CNMI and the family of former CNMI Lieutenant Governor Diego Benavente, calling him a respected regional leader, longtime friend, and example of a life rooted in loyalty and kindness.
House advances school funding flexibility; emergency vote planned to keep NAP benefits whole
The House on Thursday approved a measure aimed at easing cash-flow pressure at the Public School System and set an emergency session for Friday to prevent a cut to November Nutrition Assistance Program benefits during the ongoing federal shutdown.
CNMI NAP update: King-Hinds says D.C. to unlock contingency funds; local processing expected soon
SAIPAN — A federal court ruling has directed the administration to tap contingency funds for this month’s food assistance. About 30 minutes before Rep. Kimberlyn King-Hinds filmed her update this morning, the White House announced it would move to release at least half of monthly SNAP benefits while it works through legal authority.
Wind and Rain on the way!
Heads up, Guam & CNMI: TY 31W is leaving, but Invest 90W is trying to spin up. Likely stationary thru Tue, then WNW–NNW with a Wed–Thu window between Yap & Guam. Expect rain/wind to tick up starting Wed.
So what the heck is a Hydrologic Outlook?
Hydrologic Outlook = early heads-up about possible flooding.
It’s issued by the National Weather Service when heavy rain is likely to cause flash flooding, urban/poor-drainage flooding, or small stream rises, but confidence/timing isn’t firm enough yet for a Watch.
Where to go for Halloween
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Japanese rapper SWAY drops Saipan-shot music video with MVA support
SAIPAN — Japanese rapper SWAY, a member of DOBERMAN INFINITY, has released the music video for his new track “またね,” filmed on Saipan with support from the Marianas Visitors Authority. The video showcases recognizable island backdrops—from beaches and resorts to vibrant night scenes—highlighting Saipan’s tropical vibe for SWAY’s global audience.