Deep-Sea Mining Rules: U.S. experts warn proposed seabed-mining regulations are “bare bones,” with critics saying environmental review and public input could be weakened as leasing moves forward. Parks Staffing Crunch: Acting DPR director Robert Lizama told lawmakers Guam’s parks are stretched thin—35 positions vacant, leaving just a handful of workers maintaining 85-plus parks. Hospital Funding Fight: AG Douglas Moylan says he’ll keep fighting to block Guam from repaying about $105M tied to the Mangilao hospital project, pointing to a July mediation conference. GVB Financial Pressure: An OPA audit says GVB revenues fell $9.3M in FY 2025, with auditors flagging a “speculative” threat tied to a sexual harassment lawsuit. Nuclear Reactor Alarm: A House Armed Services amendment would pilot small modular reactors in the Indo-Pacific, and a Guam security think tank says the trend is “not good” for the island. Storm Outlook: NWS forecasts up to seven more storms in 2026, with El Niño raising the odds of stronger systems. Public Health Sunscreen Probe: DPHSS is investigating banned, coral-hurting sunscreen chemicals and says violators face removal and fines. Crime & Courts: A July 8 trial date was set for suspects shot by police after a drug-deal chase; separately, a 2021 murder suspect seeks release or transfer to a mental health-focused facility. Local Business & Culture: Guam’s first trading card café expanded in Harmon, and Guam’s rugby student-athletes signed college commitments. Sports & Community: Guam’s Team Masakåda notched wins in preliminary competition as the island’s athletes keep pushing on regional stages.