Maritime Security: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says Honiara will sign a ship-rider deal with the US Coast Guard next week, boosting patrols against drug trafficking, human trafficking and illegal fishing. Samoa–NZ Partnership: Samoa and New Zealand Customs strengthen cooperation after a high-level study tour in Wellington focused on border management, intelligence sharing and capability building. Politics & Courts: Samoa’s Supreme Court struck out an HRPP-linked bid to appeal an acquittal, after the lawyer was found to have no instructions from police; in another case, the court reserved a decision on whether Mase Schwalger can appeal before sentencing. RSE Worker Welfare: Samoa reports RSE workers with serious illnesses may be sent home, raising fresh concerns over worker welfare and pastoral care. Public Safety & Justice: A man has been charged over the Le Lama Petrol Station robbery; separately, the court will rule on whether a late Sia Figiel statement can be admitted. Community & Health: SVSG and the UN Trust Fund resume awareness sessions to end violence against women in Falealili 1. Cyber Safety: Police highlight cyberbullying with a major perimeter relay, while PNG scammers use AI-manipulated images to target victims. Aviation: Samoa Airways welcomes back its refurbished Twin Otter after a major overhaul in Canada. Sports: Samoa netball learns lessons from a tough Australia pathway series ahead of qualifiers; weightlifting and Commonwealth Games preparations continue as Team Samoa heads to Glasgow.