USACE Leadership Shift: Lt. Col. Simratpal Singh took over command of the Super Typhoon Sinlaku Recovery Field Office in Saipan on May 26, continuing recovery work with FEMA, CNMI leadership, and local partners. Tinian Power Restored: USACE and the 249th Engineer Battalion delivered sustained temporary generator power to Tinian’s grid after Sinlaku damaged the island’s power plant, aiming to keep homes and critical facilities running while permanent repairs proceed. Recovery Support for Businesses: The SBA opened an additional Saipan Business Recovery Center, with more help starting June 2, to guide Sinlaku-impacted small businesses and nonprofits through disaster loan applications. Tourism Leadership Change: MVA managing director Jamika Taijeron announced her resignation May 31, citing family relocation and a tough tourism environment shaped by market disruptions and Sinlaku recovery. Renewables Push: South Korea’s KEPCO says it’s exploring solar development on Saipan, Tinian, and Rota as CNMI seeks steadier power amid fuel-cost concerns. Power Restoration Hurdle: CUC says copper conductor theft is slowing Saipan’s primary-line restoration, forcing crews to isolate poles and skip energized spans. Conservation Spotlight: NAVFAC Marianas and regional agencies recorded 269 fanihi (Mariana fruit bats) across Guam, Saipan, and Tinian during the Annual Fanihi Count. Immigration & Work Permits: A Filipino national was sentenced to 18 months in CNMI federal court for a scheme using about 242 fraudulent work-permit applications. Deep-Sea Mining Watch: The US is preparing seabed mining lease sales in federal waters including CNMI, while Guam lawmakers moved to ban deep-sea mining from island waters.