Typhoon Bavi Emergency Prep: Super Typhoon Bavi has strengthened to Category 5 and is expected to pass between Guam and Saipan, with typhoon warnings in effect for Guam, Saipan, Rota and Tinian; residents are boarding up, stocking supplies, and canceling events as forecasters warn of “grim” conditions and possible rapid intensification. CNMI Power Readiness: Guam Power Authority lineworkers and support staff returning from Saipan ahead of Bavi aim to keep families safe while restoring full utility response capacity after April’s Sinlaku recovery. Local Government Readiness: CNMI moved to Condition of Readiness 3 and ordered shelters to open on Saipan, Tinian and Rota, while Guam also entered COR 3 and urged residents to secure homes and finalize storm plans. Disaster Funding for Storm Response: Guam lawmakers approved about $8M in leftover Sinlaku relief to prepare for and respond to Tropical Storm Bavi, including village mayor allocations and school shelter support. Blue Economy & Security Tech: The U.S. is pushing critical seabed minerals in the Cook Islands while warning Pacific partners about China’s influence, as Palau tests post-quantum encryption to harden government systems against scams and breaches. Health & Research: A new analysis highlights uneven pediatric cancer survival gains and persistent gaps, underscoring the need for better targeted therapies and access.