Pacific Climate & Energy: A new UNSW Sydney study says Pacific nations could save nearly $1b a year by replacing fossil fuel imports with renewables, with the transition paying for itself in just over a decade—key context ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau. Sports Development: World Athletics Kids’ Athletics Train the Trainer wrapped up at SINIS, with teachers and coaches from Vanuatu and other Pacific nations learning how to build grassroots movement skills in schools. Safeguarding in Sport: The Pacific Mini Games in Palau recorded 11 safeguarding cases (bullying, harassment, abuse), with most victims girls/women and many incidents involving minors. Arts & Community: A police chief in Australia warned people who helped a killer as communities mark a memorial for fallen officers—local tributes include mosaic art and tile portraits. Entertainment & Travel: Royal Caribbean announced new 2028 Asia Pacific itineraries on Voyager of the Seas, while Silversea launched its Grand South Pacific Expedition 2026. Culture on Screen: TVNZ’s Coastal Wonders explores whether living in luxurious coastal homes can boost wellbeing. Vanuatu Connection: Vanuatu is directly named in the kava industry story and in the athletics training and Pacific Mini Games safeguarding coverage.