Vanuatu in the spotlight: Vanuatu’s Independence Day is being celebrated across New Zealand through Bislama Language Week, with Ni-Vanuatu communities using the anniversary to keep the English-based creole alive and connected to culture and identity. Pacific influence race: The U.S. is in advanced talks to help fund a major Solomon Islands port project (Bina Harbour), with Vanuatu also linked to U.S. infrastructure discussions—another sign of the growing pushback against China’s long-running buildout. Sport on TV: TVNZ is rolling out South Pacific home and rugby coverage, including a new Grand Designs NZ coastal series featuring Vanuatu, plus free-to-air NPC rugby streaming. Commonwealth Games buzz: Oceania judo is showing up strong in Glasgow, with Vanuatu among the nations preparing for medal chances as competition ramps up. Entertainment watch: A new TV lineup highlights UFC and Kiwi boxing coverage, alongside lifestyle and documentary programming.