Water & Climate Risk: The U.S. unveiled a Colorado River plan that could cut supplies for Arizona, California and Nevada by up to 3 million acre-feet a year through 2036, as drought worsens under climate change. Tourism Cleanliness: Aruba Tourism Authority says it’s investing to keep beaches clean—more bins, waste collection with the Metabolic Foundation, and sargassum removal—while monitoring tourist areas via its security patrol. Heat & Storm Outlook: Caribbean climatologists warn of intense heat, uneven wet-season hurricane activity, and a flooding risk from heavy downpours and flash-flood hazards. Aruba Climate Planning: IPDC released climate scenario reports in Papiamento for Aruba (and Papiamentu/Dutch for neighbors) for 2050 and 2100 to guide adaptation plans. Waste Management Pressure: National Cleanup Day drew strong turnout, but follow-up littering concerns show the need for a structural waste plan and enforcement. Marine Protection: Ecologists criticize ongoing stress on Aruba’s marine system, linking pollution and drainage choices to harm for corals. Mangroves Spotlight: Aruba marks International Day for Mangrove Conservation, tying mangrove restoration to UNESCO Biosphere Reserve goals and the “Power of Three” ecosystem. Local Policy & Youth: Reclassering Aruba reports younger offenders and more serious violence; Youth Parliament helped collect 35+ bags of trash in a downtown cleanup. Regional Cooperation: Aruba and Peru discussed collaboration on renewable energy, water management, nature conservation, circular economy, climate action and waste management.