Veterans’ Health Access: The Trump administration has suspended talks to implement in-country U.S. Veterans Administration healthcare for veterans from the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and Palau—despite U.S. Congress authorizing it under Compact legislation—leaving many without VA access unless they relocate. Population & Services Pressure: A new U.S. Government Accountability Office report warns that steep population declines in FSM and the Marshall Islands are driving labor shortages and threatening the long-term sustainability of schools, health systems, and infrastructure. Nuclear Anxiety Research: A new look at nuclear risk highlights how public anxiety spikes after major conflicts and points to ways psychologists can study fear tied to nuclear news and collective trauma. U.S. Immigrant Coverage Gap: In Massachusetts, immigrant health coverage remains in limbo after federal cuts, with advocates warning that administrative changes could worsen uninsured rates. Education & Health Workforce Pipeline: University of Guam’s Fañomnåkan 2026 commencement will recognize 369+ graduates across nursing, health sciences, engineering, and other workforce-critical fields. Tourism Demand Watch: Guam Visitors Bureau reports a volatile travel picture—April arrivals fell 28% after a March surge—while planning fuel-surcharge support and market campaigns to stabilize health and wellbeing-linked visitor spending.