Politics • American Sāmoa • Guam • Northern Mariana Islands • United StatesPacific workers breathe sigh of relief as US govt shutdown comes to an end. But anxiety lingersThousands of federal workers across Guam, American Sāmoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands are returning to work, bringing relief and questions about economic stability and trust in Washington.Christine RovoiFri, 14 Nov
Environment • American Sāmoa • Northern Mariana Islands • United StatesTrump sets sights on Pacific sea floor near the Marianas TrenchEfforts to expand deep sea mining are alarming scientists and indigenous leaders, who worry mining risks fisheries and food security.Anita Hofschneider, The GristThu, 13 Nov
Pacific Region • Northern Mariana IslandsPacific nations renew call for human rights agencies to confront nuclear testing legacyDecades after nuclear tests, the region is calling for independent bodies to protect health, environment, and community rights - shifting the focus from history to action.PMN NewsWed, 29 Oct
