MotoGP & Local Industry Spotlight: Pedro Acosta says KTM has “taken steps backwards” at Misano, blaming a troubling braking drop-off and widening the gap to Ducati and Aprilia after a sprint where he finished sixth, 6.944s behind winner Marc Marquez. Competitive Balance at Misano: With practice times showing Ducati and Aprilia trading top spots by hundredths, this weekend’s San Marino GP is framed as the tightest manufacturer fight of 2026, with Misano’s Circuit Marco Simoncelli set for a close Ducati–Aprilia battle. Aviation Oversight: Aruba and San Marino signed a regulatory framework for San Marino-registered aircraft operating commercially under Aruba Air Operator Certificates, setting coordination procedures while keeping each authority’s responsibilities intact. Maritime & Energy Trade: A US-sanctioned, San Marino-flagged LPG carrier tied to Iran’s shadow fleet has been scrapped in India, signaling another exit from the market via recycling. Public Safety & Services: San Marino Fire Chief Mario Rueda reflects on 9/11 response work and how the Ground Zero experience still shapes his leadership. Community & Food Services: DISHED Senior Living Dining Innovation Awards named Adam Hrebiniak (Gallaher Signature Living) for a hospitality-driven, locally sourced culinary program.