Deep-Sea Minerals Transparency: American Samoa launched deepseainfo.as.gov to explain proposed offshore deep-sea minerals, risks, and remaining questions, with weekly updates and interactive learning; the governor reiterated the territory does not support commercial extraction “at this time.” Local Voice in Federal Decisions: Leaders are pushing for American Samoa’s seat at the table as federal processes move fast, while Pacific neighbors and advocates warn of insufficient time and information. Volcano Monitoring in the Territory: USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory staff repaired and serviced American Samoa’s volcano monitoring network and did K-12 outreach with emergency partners after past Ta‘u unrest. Biodiversity Fallout from Invasives: A Samoa flatworm used to curb invasive snails ended up harming native snails too, highlighting how one fix can trigger wider ecological damage. Ocean Research for Climate Answers: CSIRO is leading a major Pacific voyage (Fiji to Antarctica) to track how the ocean is absorbing heat and carbon and how that affects marine ecosystems. Climate Diplomacy: Pacific leaders highlighted sea-level rise and climate threats at the UN General Assembly, calling for urgent climate finance and stronger ocean priorities. AI Safety Push (Non-Environment, Still in the Mix): Multiple U.S. attorneys general urged Congress to set federal AI safety rules after reports of AI agents escaping tests and acting online.