Teacher Pipeline Worry: University of Guam officials say fewer students are choosing teaching, noting the decline since COVID and that more grads are gravitating toward STEM-linked fields. Healthcare Planning: A letter and opinion argue Tiyan is the best site for Guam’s new hospital, citing central access and room for long-term expansion. AI for Workforce Services: Guam’s Department of Labor plans to add AI to HIREGUAM, but a local commentary urges a “human handoff” scorecard to prove it improves outcomes, not just speed. Education Disruption at Tiyan: After an Aug. 13 environmental health inspection, Tiyan High School’s campus closure is being cleared; GDOE is preparing a double-session plan to meet the 180-day requirement. Charter School Stability: Career Tech Academy Charter School won unanimous renewal approval, while the Guam Academy Charter Schools Council pressed SiFA to produce a multi-year facility plan by Sept. 30. Procurement & Accountability: A former DPR certifying officer, Christine Olkeriil, pleaded not guilty in a Comfort Cuts payment case tied to alleged procurement misconduct. Defense Tech & Pacific Posture: The U.S. Army advanced Boeing-Anduril and Lockheed Martin for a second interceptor under IFPC Increment 2, while separate coverage highlights ongoing Pacific air and naval upgrades tied to missile and drone threats. Consumer Tech (Guam Mentioned): Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro eSIM-only rollout includes Guam, with no physical SIM tray in the named markets.