Nursing Workforce Boost: The University of Guam opened its $9M Margaret Perez Hattori-Uchima School of Health Nursing Hub, adding 11 simulation beds plus virtual reality training to help grow nursing graduates by up to 60 per cohort and tackle Guam’s staffing gaps. Local Education Oversight: Guam lawmakers debated the governor’s FY2027 budget revisions, including questions about executive control over GDOE finances, while also pushing for clearer accountability in charter school monitoring. Healthcare Data in Action: Guma’ Tinemtom (House of Wisdom) continues expanding the Guam National Health Interview Survey, aiming to reach 500 households to strengthen population health research and guide future programs. Power for Connectivity: Polar Power reported $7.9M in Pacific Islands revenue since 2024, shipping 333 solar-hybrid systems across markets including Guam, with repeat orders signaling growing demand for reliable off-grid telecom power. Invasive Species Tech: Guam is using helicopters to drop paracetamol-laced dead mice with biodegradable parachutes to poison brown tree snakes, part of a broader control program to protect ecology and reduce power-grid short circuits. Pacific Security & Tech: Coverage highlights China’s rapid space and counterspace weapon development and ongoing Pacific surveillance concerns tied to Chinese research vessel activity. Policy & Public Health: Trump’s push for permanent daylight saving time is drawing health and safety debate, while a CDC report flags a surge in emergency visits tied to cannabis hyperemesis syndrome after a new diagnosis code took effect.