HIV & harm reduction in Fiji: A new report says Fiji’s HIV crisis is driven mainly by injecting drug use, with pharmacies often refusing syringes without prescriptions and a practice called “koda” (mixing blood with drug crystals and reinjecting) linked to more intense effects—highlighting urgent need for safer, accessible sterile equipment. Disaster recovery & health access: Guam’s power restoration update shows 74% of system load restored and 87% of feeders energized, with crews prioritising power for water wells and wastewater—key for preventing outbreaks after typhoons. Tonga climate resilience: Former NFL player Haloti Ngata joined community efforts in Tonga to plant mangroves and train on no-till, composting, and companion planting to protect coastlines and support sustainable agriculture. Nursing workforce boost: ProCare awarded Pacific nursing scholarships to standout Unitec graduates, including a Tongan/Niuean/Māori recipient, aiming to strengthen primary care and keep more Pacific nurses working “close to home.” Food & farming under climate stress: USP research is developing tools to help farmers protect taro yields as heat, flooding, saltwater intrusion, and weaker soils threaten this staple. Pacific health through sport: A $250m Pacific Rugby League Partnership backs grassroots sport tied to health, education, and youth opportunities across Tonga, Samoa, Fiji, and PNG. Nuclear test ban: Tonga ratified the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, adding Pacific momentum to end nuclear testing and address long-term health and environmental harm.