Fisheries Science in Samoa: Samoa is hosting the WCPFC Scientific Committee meeting, bringing together scientists from 26 countries to review tuna stock status, data and observer programmes—aiming for science-led management that will shape next steps on harvest rules. Ocean Protection Survey: National Geographic Pristine Seas is starting a four-week expedition in Samoa’s new marine protected areas to map reef, mid-ocean and deepwater sites, using surveys plus deep-sea tools to build a baseline for long-term monitoring. Ant-Plant Breakthrough: A USP PhD candidate is studying how Fiji’s ant-plant farming works, including how ants and plant microbes help suppress disease—potentially boosting sustainable agriculture and natural medicine. Public Health Targets: Samoa’s second Pathway for Development sets a goal to reduce non-communicable diseases by 5%, with diabetes, hypertension and cancer tracked through health system data. AI and Samoan Music: The band Tiama’a is urging people to stop using AI to reproduce its songs without permission, warning that AI can mispronounce Samoan words and weaken cultural authenticity. Diaspora Voting Online: Consultations on online voting for the Samoan diaspora raised concerns about enforcing electoral rules in foreign jurisdictions. Climate Push Ahead of COP31: Forum foreign ministers backed stronger regional climate action, calling for more climate finance, renewable energy investment, and louder Pacific leadership into COP31. Tech & Finance (HTX): HTX launched its 13th Anniversary Carnival with “Future Gems” tasks and prizes, while HTX Ventures released a report on how stablecoin revenue and governance are shifting after Open USD.