Transnational Crime: Samoa police say they’ve frozen more bank accounts tied to a gang-linked murder in Vietnam, after Samoan national Joseph Vaa confessed to shooting “Coconut Cartel” leader Lorenzo Lemalu Tovia in Ho Chi Minh City, with accomplice Steve Tofa also admitting involvement. Public Health: A hantavirus outbreak linked to an Antarctic cruise ship has infected 13 people and killed three, prompting WHO-coordinated monitoring across dozens of countries. Digital Health: Australia delivered $450,000 in ICT equipment to boost Samoa’s e-Health rollout, improving access to patient records and building on Tamanu and Tupaia platforms. Maritime Tech & Climate Finance: Pacific transport ministers are set to launch the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership, aiming for low-carbon vessels and a $300m Green Climate Fund application. Environment & Waste: Samoan community leaders protested Coca-Cola Europacific Partners’ London AGM, urging a return to reusable packaging and less single-use plastic. Governance & Ports: Cabinet appointed Capt. Ti’amamana Foetutasi Fa’amausili as Samoa Ports Authority CEO for three years. Local Science & Knowledge: A Samoa plant-knowledge workshop is planned for June, connecting youth and knowledge holders with international researchers. Sports: Manusina coach Ramsey Tomokino named a 27-player Samoa squad for the upcoming women’s Tri-Series in Fiji.