Aviation Safety & Regulation: Malaysia’s CAAM issued Safety Directive 02/2026, tightening fitness-for-duty rules and ordering 100% drug testing for active flight and cabin crew, plus more unannounced alcohol/drug checks. Airport Disruption: Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport was hit by a wildcat strike that shut check-in counters and delayed arrivals, with Netanyahu calling for dismissals after negotiations restored operations. Maritime Energy & Innovation: The Port of Corpus Christi and Marad will explore small nuclear modular reactors for commercial shipping, including port microgrids and workforce needs. Arctic Shipping Test: South Korea’s PanStar will send a container ship to Europe via the Arctic, seeking commercial viability while risking friction with Western allies over Russian cooperation. Rail & Infrastructure: MnDOT will hold a Sept. 2 open house on Highway 169 revitalization (2027-2028), including roundabouts and pedestrian underpasses. Roadworks & Safety: Highway 6 near Cohasset will close Aug. 24-28 for a BNSF crossing replacement, with detours via Highway 2 and County Road 11. Local Transit Changes: Canmore’s Route 12 may end its summer extension to Grassi Lakes/Nordic Centre after this season, shifting to year-round local service. Driver Pay: United Petroleum Transports and Florida Rock & Tank Lines plan up to 20% pay increases for company drivers. Aviation Incident: A Batik Air flight investigation found both pilots fell asleep for about 28 minutes, drifting off course before landing safely. Fatal Crash: Oregon State Police reported a fatal multi-vehicle crash on Highway 30 near Astoria, with one death and serious injuries.