Meta Child-Safety Trial: A former Meta engineering director testified that Mark Zuckerberg prioritized growth and engagement over child safety, as 29 states—including New Jersey—push for major changes after claims Meta designed Facebook and Instagram to hook kids. New Jersey Arts Funding: The NJEDA approved up to $75M in tax credits for the $130M restoration of Asbury Park Convention Hall and the Paramount Theater, aiming to reopen the oceanfront complex as a year-round performing arts hub. Shark Die-Off in Sea Isle City: Nearly 30 juvenile spiny dogfish washed up along 10 blocks; officials say toxins/chemical contamination were ruled out, with leading theories pointing to low-tide stranding or incidental fishing-net capture. Cybersecurity & Power Risks: Reporting says Iranian hackers shut down a UK power plant for four days, underscoring how critical infrastructure can be disrupted by successful attacks. Clean Energy Jobs: Labor leaders highlight union-built offshore wind careers, including work on New York projects, as the push for clean energy jobs expands. Tech Policy in NJ: New Jersey’s AP participation remains high, with most schools offering AP courses and thousands of students taking exams. EV Logistics: Tesla Semi is moving into Europe, with pricing/specs expected at an upcoming transportation conference. Health & Environment: A study suggests plants in tidal marshes can better predict methane emissions than traditional salinity-based methods, improving climate-impact tracking.