US Territories' news week in tweets
Congressional App Challenge is now open to students from the Northern Mariana Islands and Puerto Rico
Students in Puerto Rico and the Northern Mariana Islands now have the opportunity to compete in the Congressional App Challenge, a nationwide competition that encourages students to pursue a career in computer science.
US Virgin Islands create a new park system that protects from commercial building
The US Virgin Islands created a new park system with laws to protect over 30 areas from commercial building; these areas will remain reserved for residents to enjoy the outdoor spaces.
Concerns over volcanic activity calls for the NEOC to be activated
After days of earthquakes in the Manu’a Islands of American Samoa, the Samoa Government has activated the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC).
Three murders in one night in Puerto Rico
Three murders happened across Puerto Rico in only one day, with the territory experiencing 367 homicides so far this year.
FBI launches cybersecurity awareness campaign in Guam
The FBI Honolulu Field Office – Guam Resident Agency has launched a campaign to educate businesses on the threat of cyberattacks.
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