Teacher Wellbeing and Learning Outcomes: A Pacific Islands Literacy and Numeracy Assessment report says heavy workloads, staffing gaps, absenteeism, and limited resources are stressing teachers—while hunger, bullying, and emotional wellbeing issues add pressure, making teacher wellbeing a key driver of student achievement. Plastic Waste to Livelihoods: FSM rolled out hands-on plastic repurposing workshops across Yap, Chuuk, Kosrae, and Pohnpei, training participants to turn PET waste into jewelry and décor with support from the Pacific Tourism Organisation, tied to Micronesia Clean Up Day. CNMI Fisheries and Deep-Sea Mining: The 28th Micronesian Islands Forum backed CNMI’s push for sustainable commercial fisheries and urged more scientific data before moving ahead with deep-sea mining in the Marianas. Procurement and Health Access (Guam): An opinion piece criticizes how procurement competition can drive up costs for families relying on Medicaid and other aid, arguing for better system planning when replacing eligibility computer systems. Regional Health Diplomacy (Taiwan WHA claims): Leaked documents allegations say China offered Micronesia funding tied to blocking Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly, including claims of support for vehicle purchases and related steps.