EU Deal Watch: The EU Council has greenlit the signing and provisional application of a new association agreement with Andorra and San Marino, aiming for closer ties and participation in an enlarged internal market, with financial services access to come gradually after regulatory checks. Local Sports Spotlight: Larne’s Champions League qualifier is in trouble after a 4-0 first-leg loss to Red Star Belgrade, while San Marino’s Tre Fiori were eliminated earlier by Larne. San Marino Talent: Olympic medalist Myles Amine has been named assistant coach for Stanford wrestling, returning to the sport after winning San Marino’s first Olympic wrestling medal. Community & Education: San Marino Unified School District highlighted another strong year at its board meeting, citing top rankings, accreditation renewal, and student success. Travel & Borders: Europe’s new biometric entry-exit system is causing long queues in some places, while several countries are not required to use it. International Affairs: Serbia’s EXPO 2027 commissioner Federico Pedini Amati met Serbian officials to discuss San Marino’s potential participation in Belgrade next year.