Climate Resilience Funding: The Global Environment Facility has approved NZ$24.2 million for Fiji, FSM, Tuvalu and Vanuatu to strengthen early warning systems and climate-resilient infrastructure, with expected NZ$74.3 million in co-financing—aimed at better handling floods, sea-level rise, cyclones and coastal erosion. Meteorology Capacity: Niue Meteorological Services Director Rossy Mitiepo says even small weather services carry growing responsibility as forecasting and earlier warnings become as critical as rebuilding. Seabed Mining Diplomacy: U.S. Ambassador Jared Novelly in Samoa says the U.S. won’t “impose” policy on seabed mining, stressing Samoa’s right to decide under its own law while offering expert connections on environmental issues and “seabed harvesting.” Deep-Sea Minerals Debate: An op-ed argues the Pacific conversation is moving from simple pro/anti positions toward “follow the science, protect the environment, do no harm,” with different countries backing different pathways. Local Culture & Creative Industry: A feature reflects on Māori Niuean artist Ché Fu’s 25 years since Navigator, tying identity and resilience to Niuean and Pacific music influence. Sports & Community Spotlight: Commonwealth Games coverage notes mixed results for Niue and other Pacific bowlers in Glasgow, keeping regional participation visible.