Bryan Manabat
Saipan CorrespondentBryan is a seasoned journalist based in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, reporting on regional issues for KPRG News.
He covers a wide array of topics such as local governance, court proceedings, crime, environmental policy, and tourism, focusing on their impact on the Northern Mariana Islands community.
His work often highlights the intersection of local and international interests, particularly for the CNMI's geopolitical relevance, military presence, and economic challenges in tourism and labor.
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Mayors across the CNMI collectively expressed support for the restoration of the Commonwealth’s eligibility for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Essential Air Service (EAS) Program. -
The U.S. is denying visas to foreign visitors suspected of traveling to give birth in the country. -
A billion-dollar expansion, border crossings, and Guam’s Olympic skateboarding journey. Episode 3 of Current Perspectives explores bold pursuits. -
Over the weekend, a group of CNMI residents staged a demonstration against what they call U.S. President Donald Trump’s illegal policies. -
After Typhoon Yutu, Steven Beyer turned tree care into a business. But in CNMI’s tough economy, staying afloat has tested his creativity and grit.
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Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA) is scrambling to grow its tourism numbers as airlines struggle to expand routes and increase flight frequencies due to global aircraft shortage. -
After a three-day bench trial CNMI Superior Court Judge Kenneth L. Govendo found former representative Vicente Camacho, and co-defendant, Teipo Nikiti, not guilty of assault and battery, and disturbing the peace. -
More than 5,000 workers work on active military projects daily to support the relocation of the Third Marine Expeditionary Force from Japan to Guam. -
Gov. Arnold Palacios asked CNMI Delegate King-Hinds to introduce legislation reallocating $414M in unused pandemic aid for local economic recovery. -
The 2025 Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education designates UOG as a Research college and university.
