Deep-Sea Mining Legal Fight: Earthjustice sued the U.S. government to stop Trump-era plans to auction deep-sea mining leases tied to waters around American Samoa, arguing the process violates federal law and could harm critical ocean habitat. Oxygen Supply at Samoa Hospital: Samoa’s Health Ministry says an oxygen shortage at Tupua Tamasese Meaole Hospital was resolved after supplies arrived from American Samoa, after reports of surgery cancellations raised patient concerns. Local Court Case: Two men were held without bail after members of Vailoa aumaga allegedly assaulted people during a village curfew dispute, with charges including assault and public peace disturbance. Manu‘a Land Meeting Delayed: An Atu‘u land trusteeship meeting was moved to September after too few matai attended, with officials saying key orators must be present for decisions to move forward. Dengue Alert in Hawai‘i: Hawai‘i DOH reported another travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu and urged residents to remove standing water, especially after Tropical Cyclone Lala flooding. Public Health & Infrastructure Funding: EPA awarded DPW $800,000 to build American Samoa’s first territory-wide stormwater asset inventory and GIS mapping to improve water quality and public health. Community Health Education: Leo o Aiga Health Information Center highlighted resources for families supporting people with developmental disabilities, including body safety and reporting inappropriate sexual behavior. Wellness in Schools: The DOE’s Tautua Wellness Program is preparing classrooms and campuses for the new school year, citing repairs and cleanups tied to health department findings.