Cancer Care: Saipan oncologist Peter Brett says immunotherapy and targeted medication have shrunk betel nut-related oral tumors in an estimated 75% to 80% of patients. A clinical trial is planned; tumor shrinkage does not necessarily mean a cure. Local Budgets: Mayors’ offices in Saipan, Tinian and Rota faced sharp budget cuts in FY 2026, with Rota submitting corrected figures after errors surfaced in its public report. Veterans: The House passed legislation that includes CNMI Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds’ provisions to improve Pacific veterans’ access to VA care. At the CNMI Veterans Day ceremony, Gov. David Apatang said Saipan’s veterans health clinic should open soon. Public Safety: Saipan’s Plumeria Restaurant was robbed Thursday. Newly elected representative Steve Jang urged anyone who recognizes the suspect to call 911 and not approach him. Energy: Eastern Power Solutions has a signed CUC agreement for a renewable energy project expected to bring about $250 million in investment and nearly 150 jobs across Saipan, Tinian and Rota. Island Services: CUC warns of possible outages in parts of Saipan Friday through Sunday during power-line work. Long-Term Outlook: Census projections show the CNMI population could fall from about 42,000 to under 20,000 by 2100.