Typhoon Recovery & Food Aid: Nearly two months after Super Typhoon Sinlaku, CNMI disaster food assistance was approved, with USDA nutrition benefits expected to reach households and nearly $40M in support, though local distribution steps are still being finalized. Disaster Response Wrap: The U.S. Army Reserve’s 9th Mission Support Command has wrapped up its months-long relief and recovery mission in Saipan, including sheltering, repairs, and delivery of essentials. Power & Utilities Relief (Tinian): FEMA and the U.S. military are covering Tinian electricity generation and fuel costs temporarily, so residents should only see the basic $7 service fee until around July 10. Livestock Losses: CNMI agriculture officials say Sinlaku wiped out about 50–60% of Saipan livestock so far, with cattle, poultry, swine, and goats hit hardest. Tourism Funding Fight: Marianas Visitors Authority leaders are pushing to keep tobacco settlement funds fully appropriated to protect tourism-linked jobs and services. Energy Security: A CNMI senator is urging a study of small modular and microreactors to reduce fuel dependence and improve power resilience. Housing for Survivors: Utah’s BOX House/Ready Pod is donating 10 rapidly deployable units for Sinlaku-impacted residents, including veterans’ families. Transportation & Logistics: Philippine Airlines is suspending Manila–Saipan service until Oct. 22, 2026, and Cebu–Osaka flights for part of the summer, with rebooking and cargo disruptions noted. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: A new push for CNMI nuclear study comes as regional attention stays on seabed mining rules and local opposition across the Marianas.