Blue Pacific Cybersecurity: Samoa’s government flags a rise in cyber threats across the region, with phishing, ransomware, identity theft, and data breaches targeting governments, businesses, health and schools. AI Governance: Kenya sets up a Standing Cabinet Committee on Artificial Intelligence to steer its national AI strategy, digital transformation, and safeguards. Trade & Digital Adaptation: A major Pacific export survey shows record participation and early signs exporters are diversifying and adopting digital tools despite tougher finance and shifting global trade rules. Fiji Investment Reform: Fiji’s Investment Act 2020 reforms aim to streamline approvals and attract investment while protecting domestic interests. Samoa Health & Records Fee: A sharp public backlash calls a $40 tala immunisation-records processing fee “heartless,” arguing for cheaper online access. OUM Medical Training: Oceania University of Medicine founder Taffy Gould visits Samoa as OUM marks 25 years and highlights new doctor graduates. Samoa Ombudsman Update: Vui Clarence Nelson’s swearing-in as Ombudsman is announced, then delayed after he must leave Samoa overseas. Earthquake Science: A guide explains “doublet” earthquakes and notes past Pacific impacts, including the 2009 Samoa tsunami. Accessible Bible Audio: A Samoan Bible audiobook project is underway, using narration sessions in New Zealand for blind and low-vision readers. Film Challenge Across the Pacific: POP48 Film Challenge expands to Samoa, Fiji, Cook Islands and Solomon Islands, with teams making short films in 48 hours. Indigenous Conservation: Pacific leaders and Indigenous advocates meet to strengthen Indigenous-led conservation and climate resilience. Traditional Navigation: RNZ reports waka navigators share star-based voyaging knowledge between Aotearoa and Samoa. Budget & Social Priorities: Samoa’s 2026/2027 budget is passed, backing health, education, district development, and new child wellbeing support.