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King-Hinds, Deleon Guerrero make final case to voters after wide-ranging debate

INCUMBENT Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds and challenger Galvin S. Deleon Guerrero offered competing visions for how the CNMI should navigate its relationship with Washington as they debated disaster recovery, federal contracting, birthright citizenship, …

Tower of Humanity: How the Aydlett twins turned a Guinness dream into a community movement on Guam

The Aydlett twins never expected a childhood fascination with building blocks to evolve into one of Guam’s signature community projects. In fact, as Landon Aydlett puts it, even as a professional forecaster, he never saw it coming. “See, I’m a forecaster. …

FEMA delivers post-disaster funding to the Silver State

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced on Friday the approval of over $79 million in post-disaster funding for its Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation Grant and Individual Assistance programs in …

FEMA awards over $16 million to hospital, university projects

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is awarding more than $16 million for disaster resilience and hazard mitigation projects at Guam Memorial Hospital and the University of Guam, according to a release from Guam Del. James Moylan. The funding is being …

Guam secures $16M FEMA grant to fund second backup generator for hospital

Guam Memorial Hospital has obtained federal funding for a second generator to ensure stable, uninterrupted emergency power during extended outages. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is awarding GMH $16 million for a backup power source, plus $94,354. …

Peak storm season begins amid ‘very strong’ El Niño

The El Niño now churning the tropical Pacific is on track to become one of the most powerful in decades, and Guam's National Weather Service says it changes nothing about how seriously the island needs to take the rest of the season. The World …

$9.3M in post-disaster funding from FEMA for repairs to King Kamehameha III Elementary

King Kamehameha III Elementary was damaged beyond repair during the Aug. 8 wildfire incident. PC: Wendy Osher (8.29.23) The state of Hawaiʻi Department of Education is set to receive $9.3 million in post-disaster funding from the Federal Emergency …

GMH receives $16.1M FEMA grant for generators

The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority announced Saturday the federal approval of $16.1 million to install secondary power sources at GMH. This will advance one of GMHA’s most important infrastructure priorities and strengthen its ability to maintain patient …

OPINION Swamy: 25 years later

This week we will mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Most of my students weren’t born yet. For those who remember, few memories are sharper than where we were when we first heard. I had moved to Honolulu three months earlier from New York City, where I …

$16M in FEMA funding approved for Guam Memorial Hospital

Disturbance leaves rip currents, showers for the holiday weekend

The system that spent the past several days parked over the Marianas is finally pulling away, but Guam residents planning holiday weekend outings should still watch for dangerous rip currents and the kind of sudden downpour that can ruin a barbecue. Invest …

Catholic Charities spends summer responding to floods, tornadoes, wildfires and a typhoon

Catholic Charities has been responding to various disasters in the United States this summer, and although this is not the most disaster-prone season in recent memory, it did have memorable events. Catholic Charities USA in Alexandria, Virginia, has so far …

Catholic Charities spend summer responding to various disasters

(OSV News) — Catholic Charities has been responding to various disasters in the United States this summer and although this is not the most disaster-prone season in recent memory, it did have memorable events. Catholic Charities USA in Alexandria, Virginia …

Catholic Charities agencies spend summer responding to floods, tornadoes, wildfires and a typhoon

(OSV News) — Catholic Charities has been responding to various disasters in the United States this summer and although this is not the most disaster-prone season in recent memory, it did have memorable events. Catholic Charities USA in Alexandria, Virginia …

Still Here

“I think a place turns when enough ordinary people decide to stay and go on expecting more of it, and the only qualification is willingness. I have come to believe this is the last election in which a turnaround is still available, and I know how that …

Tower for Humanity hosts lighting and remembrance ceremony for 25th anniversary of 9/11 on Thursday

Brothers, Brandon and Landon Aydlett, Towers For Humanity founders, build a Twin Towers replica on Sept. 4, 2026 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks to remember the victims who perished and those who united to survive one of …

Warning as new travel update issued for anyone travelling to the United States

There's a new update for travellers (stock photo)(Image: Getty) British holidaymakers heading to the United States have been urged to take note of updated travel guidance. The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has highlighted …

Foreign Office issues US travel hurricane update with vital safety information

Brits heading to the United States are being urged to check the latest Foreign Office guidance after it refreshed the hurricane season advice. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) drew attention to the change in a post on X, pointing …

Right to Democracy: Nearly 4 in 5 Sinlaku housing aid referrals not awarded

An analysis by Right to Democracy said nearly four out of five CNMI households referred for federal housing assistance after Super Typhoon Sinlaku walked away without an award, with problems proving occupancy and ownership topping the reasons affecting …

New Mexico Cybersecurity Firm 'CyberSandia' Discusses Public Sector Cyberthreats with State Cybersecurity Leaders

TAC Security Founder & CEO Trishneet Arora & former New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas address leaders on strengthening public sector cyber resilience. SANTA FE, NM, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Jim O’Connor Receives IABH Honor for Advancing Recovery Beyond Treatment

Second Story Foundation founder recognized for advancing long-term recovery in Illinois as focus turns to the next phase of the 2nd Story Ranch OAK BROOK, IL, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim O’Connor, CADC, founder …

SideBar: Optimism in Action Welcomes Madiba Denny and Lawrence Goldstone

November 2026 will direct the future of our American democracy. Did we see this coming in 2024? MONTEREY, CA, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar: Optimism in Action podcast, a collaboration of KAZU 90.3 and Monterey …

Regeneration Turns Gold Into Restoration With Mejuri's Third Salmon Gold Collection

Mejuri drops new jewelry collection with Regeneration's Salmon Gold, recovered from tailings at legacy mine sites in Alaska and the Yukon WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Mejuri, the global fine jewelry …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Welcomes Renewed U.S. Engagement with Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council commends Secretary of State Marco Rubio for visiting Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru to strengthen U.S. security and economic …

Congress Must Finish the Job on ACT for ALS Reauthorization Before Recess, Says ALS United

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALS United today called on congressional leaders to resolve the remaining differences between the House- and Senate-passed ACT for ALS Reauthorization and send final …

Patients Can’t Wait: Growing Coalition of Patients and Families Back Prop 38 to Advance Life-Saving Medical Research

Patients alive today because of successful immunotherapies share their stories, giving California families hope for new treatments and cures SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For patients facing cancer, Alzheimer’s …

TYT Names Airwave as Exclusive Advertising Sales Partner Across Premium Video, Audio and Live Inventory

Partnership expands TYT’s advertising capabilities and marks the beginning of a broader commercial growth strategy in undisclosed seven-figure deal LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TYT, one of the largest …

NeighborWorks® America Honors Four Community Leaders with the Dorothy Richardson Award for Resident Leadership

Honorees from Massachusetts, Virginia, California, and Iowa are recognized for service, leadership, and civic action as NeighborWorks marks America250. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeighborWorks® …

Les Rubin and Cliff Gephart Launch Rescue America Project to Educate Americans About Growing National Debt Threat

New Public Education Initiative Illustrates How Spending and Debt Hurt All Americans and Encourage Citizens to “Throw the Rope” and Demand Action WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Les Rubin, founder and …

COnovate Wins $1.25M DOE Contract to Scale U.S. Graphite-Alternative Anode Production

Development contract advances domestic eCOphite™ anode production to improve battery performance and strengthen critical-material supply chains MILWAUKEE, WI, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COnovate today announced it …

Global Oil and Gas Storage Facilities Are Under Attack: The Titan Is at Auction to Help

Energy infrastructure across the globe face unprecedented aerial bombardment. The Titan is at auction to address catastrophic refinery and tank-farm infernos. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former U.S. …

New Paradigm Institute Launches Campaign Urging Senate to Include UAP Disclosure Act in FY 2027 NDAA

With the House Already Passed and the Senate Returning September 14, a Narrow Window Remains to Secure Meaningful Transparency Legislation WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New Paradigm Institute (NPI) …

RTW Institute Launches to Advance Patient-Centered Health Policy and Medical Innovation

RTW Institute launches to advance patient-centered health policy, medical innovation, regulatory predictability, and access to life-changing medicines. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RTW Institute (th …

Warrior Ethos in Action: DUDE 44 Bravo’s Incredible Story

For the first time, a U.S. Air Force officer shot down over Iran — mission call sign DUDE 44 Bravo — told America his story. In an exclusive 60 Minutes interview, Bravo delivered a powerful account of survival, faith, and combat leadership — a testament to …

The Leader's Floor Lookout: Week of September 14, 2026

Here's what to watch for on the House Floor this week: Protecting American Consumers from Costly Climate Mandates In 2023, the Biden Administration issued a rule allowing California to enforce a radical climate tax targeting shipping vessels. The …

Committee Cliff Notes: Week of September 14, 2026

Here’s what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week: Agriculture On Wednesday, September 16, the Committee on Agriculture will hold a full committee hearing called "Increasing Demand and Opportunities for Homegrown Products Here …

Main Street Economics Warns Americans Not to Buy 'New York Snake Oil'

Les Rubin: “There is no free lunch, stop looking for it.” WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Street Economics is calling on Americans to look past the latest promises of “free” government programs and …

LIFE Commemorates 9/11 by Honoring the Humanitarian Spirit of Service, Sacrifice, and Unity

SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, LIFE for Relief and Development (LIFE) joins communities across the United States and around the world in …

New Digital Prayer Initiatives Connect Individuals Seeking Spiritual Support

Faith-based digital networks offer 24/7 prayer request submission and intercessory support, connecting individuals globally. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As digital connectivity continues to shape modern life …