Digital Health Boost: Australia delivered $450,000 in ICT equipment to Samoa’s e-Health project, aiming to speed access to patient records across health facilities and bringing its support since 2021 to about $7.5m. Science Communication: A Samoan researcher behind “Sāmoan Scientist” is launching a podcast to translate diabetes research into practical, culturally grounded conversations for Pacific families. Climate & Ocean Resilience: The Polynesian Voyaging Society is adjusting the Moananuiākea Voyage route as navigators monitor forecasts for stronger El Niño and more storms, with a revised plan including stops in Samoa and Fiji. Food Safety for Trade: EU rules on freezer vessels are set to affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged vessels, with Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu training in Suva to meet new requirements. Sports & Talent: Manu Samoa named a 32-player Nations Cup squad for Chile and Uruguay, including three on-island players. Public Health Warning: Samoa’s PM urged global action ahead of the IPCC “final warning,” warning low-lying Pacific communities face sovereignty loss as climate impacts intensify. Security Watch: Samoa froze bank accounts of people linked to a gang-related murder in Vietnam tied to the “Coconut Cartel.”