PFAS Fight in NJ Region: North Carolina officials and Gov. Josh Stein’s team are blasting an EPA-Chemours PFAS settlement as a “behind our backs” deal, arguing it won’t undo long-term drinking-water harm tied to Chemours’ operations in the region. Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure: Eleven allied nations warned that North Korean IT workers are using real-time AI deepfakes to impersonate people during live job interviews, aiming to bypass common screening checks. Public Safety Tech: Morris County Sheriff’s Office warned residents about a jury-duty phone scam using caller ID spoofing that mimics law enforcement and pushes victims to avoid verification. Health Tech Watch: Rutgers researchers say GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may also affect impulse control, with experts puzzled by behavioral changes beyond appetite. Weather & Resilience: Northern New Jersey is under a flash flood watch after recent storms left roads and drainage systems stressed, raising the risk of repeat flooding. Local Housing Strategy: A Lawrence housing study lays out tactics to add thousands of units over a decade, including approaches seen in other U.S. cities. AI in Everyday Life: India’s consulate is rolling out AI avatar “Sarathi” videos to help the diaspora with visas and passport steps, signaling more tech-first public services.