Housing & Justice: A former Palau Housing Authority loan officer is accused of defrauding more than a dozen elderly and low-income applicants, with victims saying nearly a year after referral to the Attorney General, no charges have been filed and communication remains poor; an independent 2023 audit flagged weak internal controls that may have helped the alleged fraud go undetected. Reef Science & Pollution: Taiwan’s Academia Sinica researchers visited the Palau International Coral Reef Center to share findings on coral spawning, reef soundscapes, past reef fish communities, and marine plastics—aimed at strengthening Palau’s reef management. Health Access (Peleliu): A planned Taiwan Root Medical Peace Corps outreach to Peleliu was canceled due to unsafe sea conditions, with organizers saying diabetes and dental services will be rescheduled. Climate Resilience (Airai): Airai State launched a community-led Nature-based Solutions effort under the KIWA Resilient Babeldaob Project, restoring watersheds and historic pathways using local knowledge. Pacific Security & Health: A Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue panel warned transnational crime is now a settled threat, calling for stronger regional cooperation across policing, justice, health, and communities. Tobacco Policy (Global): Palau has applied to the WHO to review nicotine for possible international restrictions, arguing nicotine should be treated like a toxic, addictive drug. Marine Protection (PICRC): PICRC highlighted World Tuna Day with public outreach linking the Palau National Marine Sanctuary to tuna protection during vulnerable life stages.