Epithelial Cleanup Breakthrough: Researchers report that the cell-adhesion protein E-cadherin helps sealed epithelial layers engulf nearby dead cells, pointing to new ways to understand chronic inflammation. Pacific Health Resilience: Former Taiwan VP Chen Chien-jen urged Palau to harden hospitals with solar power, batteries, and backup water ahead of emergencies. PIF Diplomacy in Palau: Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung is visiting Palau for 55th Pacific Islands Forum events, including a Pacific Prosperity Exhibit on digital resilience, renewables, smart medicine, and an AI project check at Belau National Hospital. Drone Policy Push: Taiwan lawmakers passed an opposition-backed defense spending bill to expand drone capabilities, while Taiwan’s VP also argues for a role in the global drone supply chain via cybersecurity partnerships. Renewables vs Diesel Economics: A UNSW report says Pacific nations spend 10–25% of GDP on fossil fuel imports and could save about $700M a year by replacing diesel generation with solar, batteries, and grid upgrades. Coral Reef Warning: A new global assessment finds reefs are losing the ability to recover as bleaching events repeat more often. Cybersecurity in Law Enforcement: The U.S. ATF says hackers breached a standalone system holding targets of investigations, with DOJ investigating. Air Defense in Palau: U.S. Marines conducted live-fire Stinger missile drills in Palau, highlighting mobile air defense for dispersed forces. STEM Scholarships in Palau: Ekei Women’s Organization and Australia Awards programs are backing Palauan students in engineering, leadership, and sustainable development.