Typhoon Dolphin Watch: Dolphin has weakened from super typhoon status but remains extremely dangerous, with forecasters tracking a possible run toward Okinawa and Japan’s outer islands while keeping the Marianas largely out of the direct path. Voyaging Update: The Moananuiākea Voyage sail plan is being extended by a year as El Niño and climate change raise risks of typhoons, thunderstorms, and lightning across the Western North Pacific. Climate Resilience Funding: The GEF approved grants totaling NZ$24.2 million for Fiji, the Federated States of Micronesia, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu to strengthen early warning systems and climate-ready infrastructure ahead of floods, rising seas, cyclones, and coastal erosion. Local Community & Culture: Micronesia Mall marks its 38th anniversary with a fair Aug. 8 featuring entertainment, tenant showcases, kids’ activities, and giveaways. Guam Leadership Moment: The highest-ranking Chamorro woman in U.S. Coast Guard history, Christine Torres Igisomar, returned to Saipan for her retirement ceremony and will lead her alma mater, Mount Carmel School. Disaster Relief: Be Heartfelt is sending 2,400 hygiene kits to Rota to support families recovering from Super Typhoon Bavi.