Visa & travel access: Germany says 62 countries outside the EU/Schengen can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 2026, including Micronesia and Palau, while Pakistan is not on the list. Visa rules abroad: The UAE published an updated list of 107 countries whose citizens need a visa in advance (including Ghana and India). Family support & food security: Guam’s Summer EBT 2026 launches next week with $180 per eligible child, with benefits loading automatically for existing cardholders and a Micronesia Mall pickup site for new or replacement cards. Local resilience: MCCA launched a Solar Generator Loaner Program for mothers on Tinian to help with backup power for medicine, formula, lighting, and communication, with expansion planned. Education & service: Peace Corps returned to Palau after eight years, swearing in nine volunteers to teach English literacy in elementary schools. Jobs & skills: Atkins Kroll Guam will host a job fair on July 25 at the Micronesia Mall, inviting applicants to meet hiring teams and learn about roles and career growth. Gender & demographics: A new global map highlights where men outnumber women, with Qatar topping the list and the Northern Mariana Islands also showing a strong male-skew. Culture & youth: A Guam commentary argues deportation isn’t an option for Guam-born youth, calling for positive engagement and education-based pathways instead.