Mariana Conservation: Volunteers and partners completed the annual Fanihi Count across Guam, Saipan and Tinian, tallying 269 Mariana fruit bats (241 Guam, 24 Saipan, 4 Tinian) to track recovery of the threatened, island-endemic pollinator. Ocean Policy & Fisheries: President Trump signed a proclamation partially reopening protected Pacific marine national monuments to commercial fishing, including portions of the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument near CNMI, drawing sharp criticism from conservation groups and raising concerns about bycatch impacts. Climate Watch: U.S. weather officials warn El Niño has formed and could rival the costly 1997–98 event, with Pacific islands facing heightened risks for extreme weather. Regional Peacebuilding: A Pacific Security College paper urges turning the Blue Pacific Ocean of Peace into a legally binding regional peace and security treaty, proposing a “Rarotonga II” pathway. Health & Equity (Regional): New Zealand cardiology specialists dispute proposed diabetes funding changes, arguing targeting Māori and Pasifika improves health outcomes when resources are limited. Research & Food Systems: UH researchers join a $13.5M federal aquaculture consortium (CIFARM) to expand seafood research and markets, with Pacific stewardship and fishpond expertise in the mix. Disability Inclusion: The Pacific Islands Forum highlights Pacific leadership after Samoa and Palau representatives won UN disability rights seats, and calls for stronger international support for disability inclusion. Maritime Capability: The U.S. Coast Guard accepted delivery of the 63rd Fast Response Cutter, homeporting in Guam, boosting regional search-and-rescue and maritime security capacity.