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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Former Gov. Ralph DLG Torres announced Friday he will seek the Republican nomination for CNMI governor in 2026. -
Senior Judge Alex Munson dies at 84; honored for decades of service across the Pacific. -
Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds urged President Trump to include the CNMI in Japan and Korea investments, directing support to restore air service and revive the islands’ economy. -
Grand Vrio Resort Saipan, one of the island’s iconic hotels, announced Tuesday it will temporarily close operations starting April 2026, citing a challenging business environment and declining tourist arrivals. -
A fiscal 2026 defense bill provision could position the CNMI as a strategic hub in the Indo-Pacific while boosting local economic opportunities. -
Marianas High School swept the CNMI Supreme Court Moot Court finals on Friday. -
Residents and experts voiced concern over federal plans for seabed mineral exploration near the Marianas Trench. -
The Commonwealth Bureau of Military Affairs is notifying residents of upcoming U.S. military training in the Northern Mariana Islands this week. -
Gov. David Apatang announced CNMI’s execution of its BEAD award, launching a fiber network to connect nearly 10,000 homes and institutions across the Commonwealth. -
The measure would rename Saipan’s Guma’ Hustisia, Iimwal Aweewe, House of Justice in honor of former trust territory Mayor Elias Parong Sablan.
