Deep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has issued a Proposed Leasing Notice for potential deep-sea mineral extraction near American Samoa, with a proposed Nov. 19 lease sale—sparking fresh Pacific backlash over radioactive risks, impacts to marine life, and threats to culture and livelihoods. Church & Community Voices: At the Congregational Christian Church of American Samoa’s General Assembly, Rev. Dr. Upolu Luma Vaai urged a decisive stand, calling for a moratorium and saying the issue is cultural, ethical, and spiritual—not just environmental. Local Government Response: Gov. Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula says ASG has been in ongoing communication with BOEM, submitted concerns and stipulations, and will review during a 60-day comment period. Citizenship Debate: Guam and CNMI leaders urged U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith to withdraw a bill targeting birthright citizenship in U.S. territories, warning it could undermine rights protected by the Covenant and Supreme Court rulings. Public Safety & Daily Life: Faipule Fagaima raised concerns to the Port Director about ramp/jetway use and immigration form distribution timing; separately, police arrested a man after a sister alleged threatening behavior. Education & Care: ASCC psychology students organized donations for Fagaima fire victims, and American Samoa received $5.5 million for Head Start. Sports & Youth: The WBSC Oceania U15 Women’s Softball World Cup Qualifier welcomed visiting teams with an official dinner, while American Samoa was listed among confirmed nations for an Oceania volleyball championship in Guam. Health & Prevention: A Far North mayor in New Zealand urged retailers to stop selling meth pipes, citing community harm.