Climate & Oceans: A new Samoa study is tracking seawater carbon chemistry at the Savaia Village marine protected area, warning that lower alkalinity and pH could mean more ocean acidification pressure on reefs and fisheries. Health & Youth Wellbeing: Researchers co-leading a Pacific project say better sleep and circadian habits could help tackle anxiety and depression among Pacific youth, with Samoa’s Ministry of Health backing the work. Food Security: Farmers in Aleisa report Panama disease (Fusarium wilt) spreading through banana crops, raising fears for a staple crop and household income while they wait on guidance from the Crops Division. Regional Weather Readiness: Pacific nations shared progress on stronger meteorology services and early warning systems at PMC-8, including AI forecasting in Tuvalu and new multi-hazard warning infrastructure in Tonga. Violence Prevention: Fiji’s Women’s Crisis Centre is running a regional training program on violence against women and girls, with Samoa among participating countries. Culture & Craft: A traditional stitch-plank va’a folau has returned to Samoa after more than a century, with knowledge shared through builders’ research and cultural exchange. Sports & Conditions: Samoa’s golfers are preparing for Tahiti’s Pacific Cup after El Niño-linked drought makes Samoa courses much drier than expected abroad. Governance & Culture Debate: A Samoan academic is questioning NUS silence over the Teuila Festival rename to Measina, arguing the university should have offered its cultural and language perspective.