Immigration & Food Security: In Arizona, immigrant families are losing SNAP food aid as U.S. restrictions tied to Trump-era changes take hold, with a reported 47% drop in the state—on top of broader nationwide declines. Family & Identity in Culture: A new film screened at the Bentonville Film Festival, “Iakwe: Hello, Goodbye,” follows a Marshallese man’s door-to-door encounter that leads to an emotional reunion with his birth family. Community Conservation & Livelihoods (Palau): Palau’s giant clam comeback is gaining momentum through a new community hatchery and training for farmers, aiming to turn reef conservation into a sustainable industry. Traditional Knowledge & Stars (Matariki): Traditional navigators are encouraging more people to “look up” at Matariki, linking star stories to Pacific voyaging heritage. Accessibility & Independence (Guam): Guam’s Assistive Technology Fair is set to showcase tools—from Meta AI smart glasses to everyday support devices—so people with disabilities can live more independently. Education & Careers (UOG): The University of Guam is expanding student pathways through a new partnership for internships and workforce experience, while UOG also hosts soil-testing workshops for practical community needs. Health & Rights (Pacific youth): A Pacific youth guide called Pleasurenesia pushes for Pacific-led conversations on pleasure, sexuality, and wellbeing, arguing current sexuality education approaches aren’t working.