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KOROR, Palau — From serving food made by others to serving up fresh-made pastries in her own shop, Geramae DeLeon Matsutaro says her story proves that prayer and perseverance create the key to success.

In June, several businesses expanded or opened their doors across several industries that include retail beauty, fiduciary wealth management, advertising, and dining.

As Guam moves into the second half of 2025, local law enforcement officials shared efforts to prevent traffic-related deaths due to impaired driving. The strategy blends high-visibility DUI checkpoints, public education, and federally-funded training programs.

Institutions of higher education in Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Palau and the Marshall Islands are reshaping the educational landscape with new programs, expanded facilities, and community-focused initiatives. While some celebrate milestones, others face challenges, highlighting both the promise and the pressures facing higher education in the region.

Pageantry in the Marianas has been rooted in island communities for more than 75 years, evolving alongside changing values, interests, and opportunities.