Samoan Arts & Research: Renowned artist Papali‘i Momoe von Reiche is turning language, memory and storytelling into a PhD exhibition, with her work including pieces like Tuli, Son of Tagaloa. Accessible Health & Education: A Samoan Bible audiobook project is underway, produced with Blind Low Vision NZ—recorded in a soundproof booth and aimed at making scripture easier to access for people with low vision or blindness. Earth Science: A guide to “doublet earthquakes” explains how twin tremors can strike seconds to weeks apart, with past Pacific examples including the 2009 Samoa tsunami. Public Health Tech: A new report renews scrutiny of RFK Jr’s 2019 Samoa visit, tying it to vaccine-related claims ahead of a measles outbreak. Dengue Control: Regional coverage highlights Wolbachia as a scalable dengue prevention tool, stressing community involvement and clear roles for supply and mosquito releases. Governance & Rights: Samoa’s Parliament passed the 2026/2027 budget (AIGA theme) and confirmed Vui Clarence Nelson as Ombudsman, though his swearing-in was later cancelled due to travel. Skills & Innovation: Savai‘i students showcased an engineering vehicle made from unused metal at Samoa’s PSET exhibition, showing hands-on learning in automotive design.