Dengue Watch: Hawaiʻi DOH confirmed a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu tied to a visitor; officials say the risk of local spread is low because the person had left and wasn’t considered infectious at departure, but they’re urging residents to remove standing water and cut mosquito breeding spots. Veterans Health: The Faleomavaega Eni Fa’aua’a Hunkin VA Clinic in American Samoa officially opened and blessed a nearly $2 million expanded laboratory facility, aiming for faster testing and better access to care for veterans. Women’s Cancer Screening: Tasi le Ola Women’s Clinic (American Samoa Community Cancer Coalition) has started cancer screening and prevention for women, beginning with endometrial cancer and adding weight-management awareness. Air Travel Costs & Access: A Senate hearing highlighted how air cabotage rules keep fares high and options limited for Pacific territories, with Guam and CNMI leaders pointing to the impact on veterans seeking medical care. Deep-Sea Minerals & Radiation Q&A: An interview-based piece raised concerns about natural radioactivity linked to polymetallic nodules and American Samoa’s potential role in transshipment, calling for transparent public discussion. Regional Fisheries Policy: Leaders in CNMI and American Samoa welcomed President Trump’s proclamation reopening parts of protected Pacific waters to commercial fishing, while conservation groups warned it could weaken protections for culturally and environmentally significant areas.