International Cup Softball: U.S. Women’s Elite beat American Samoa 10-3 at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, with Morgan Zerkle walking it off in a run-rule finish. International Cup Softball: The U.S. Women’s National Team topped Canada 10-7, rallying after a 5-0 first inning and closing it out in the seventh. Local Sports & Community: Team American Samoa head coach Samantha Ricketts (Mississippi State) is in OKC with MSU alumni Chole Malau’ulu, Kiarra Sells, and Matalasi Faapito for the International Cup. Deep-Sea Mining & Faith: The Congregational Christian Church of American Samoa adopted a resolution opposing deep-sea mining in or near territorial waters and the EEZ, citing ecological, cultural, and intergenerational risks. Climate & Voyaging: The Polynesian Voyaging Society added one year to the Moananuiākea Voyage after NOAA forecasts point to heightened El Niño-driven sailing and weather risks. Education & Access: Vivian Ho Ching became the first American Samoa resident to complete the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s MSW online program while staying in the territory. Public Health: The Children’s Healthy Living Center of Excellence marked 15 years of community garden and school food work improving keiki health across American Samoa and the wider Pacific. Local Governance: The Fono is set to review the FY2027 budget proposal totaling about $789.3 million, with lawmakers weighing how revenue figures relate to debt service and what’s actually available for operations. Health Care Update: Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital welcomed Dr. Jon “Sione” Hathaway to its Women’s Center, with clinical work tied to American Samoa. Telecom Appointments: Governor Pulaali’i appointed Molitogi “Moli” Lemana to the ASTCA board to support expanded digital access and infrastructure.