Climate Science Under Attack: A U.S. climate research chapter on global warming was removed from a judge reference manual, as critics say the administration is “trying to bury the science,” despite record heat impacts. Illegal Dumping in Focus: Trash was reported dumped along the Alto Vista dirt road, with residents urged to use proper disposal facilities instead of dumping in natural areas. Cruise Waste Alarm (Curaçao): Curaçao lawmakers are pressing for answers on whether Malpais can handle more cruise-ship waste and how safeguards prevent hazardous materials entering the waste stream. Aruba Waste Management Debate: Parliamentarians argue Aruba’s container push is only “treating symptoms,” calling for a real long-term waste vision and questioning whether waste-related contracts followed the law. Youth Cleaning Up Aruba: A summer cleanup in Madiki and other areas shows kids learning responsibility through hands-on environmental action. Heat Records: July 2026 tied with July 2024 as Earth’s hottest July on record, reinforcing the urgency of climate action. Hurricane Outlook Update: NOAA cut the 2026 Atlantic storm count range, but warns the riskiest weeks are still ahead. Underwater Heritage Protection: Aruba is starting a new mapping and survey effort to uncover and protect underwater cultural heritage along its coastline.