Education Update: San Marino Unified School District says it’s sustaining top performance, citing a national top-school ranking, a full six-year accreditation renewal, and strong post-graduation outcomes across its board goals on safety, fiscal health, community, and post-graduate success. EU & Diplomacy: The EU Council has authorized signature and provisional application of an association agreement with Andorra and San Marino, aiming for closer ties and participation in an expanded internal market, with dialogue across areas like research, education, culture, and the environment. EXPO 2027 Talks: San Marino tourism officials met Serbia’s EXPO 2027 commissioner to discuss a possible San Marino participation, with Serbia highlighting its new Belgrade EXPO city and confirmed country participation. Sports (Europe): In UEFA qualifiers, Larne advanced after beating San Marino’s Tre Fiori 3-1 on aggregate, setting up a second-round clash with Red Star Belgrade; Una Strassen also progressed after La Fiorita’s exit. Local Culture: Camerata Pacifica was named Chamber Music America’s 2026 Ensemble of the Year, with performances tied to its San Marino home at The Huntington. Tech & Safety (Cellular): A review of the RugOne Xlink 7 highlights a 4G-based rugged walkie-talkie with GPS emergency features—useful where radio range fails, but dependent on cellular coverage. Global Watch: U.S. Marines conducted a verification boarding of a tanker in the Gulf of Oman tied to sanctions and blockade enforcement.