District Development Programme response: Samoa’s Government says it is taking public concerns seriously over withdrawals from DDP accounts, denying claims that an IMF Article IV review found corruption, and stressing that misuse allegations need clear evidence while proper spending must be authorized, documented, reconciled and audited. Health targets: The Government’s second Pathway for the Development of Samoa sets a goal to cut non-communicable diseases by 5 per cent, with diabetes, hypertension and cancer among the tracked indicators. Green finance push: The Central Bank of Samoa and UNDP convened banks and partners to expand green financing, with solar projects a key focus and calls to improve public awareness and climate-risk management. Sports—PNG Chiefs coup: Samoan winger Brian To’o has signed a three-year deal with the PNG Chiefs for their 2028 NRL entry, reuniting with Jarome Luai and bringing big-match experience and Pacific identity. Rugby league—media access dispute: Samoa’s sports body SASNOC and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation clashed over a meeting where the ministry asked for media to be kept out. Community giving: Paint and Audio raised $30,350 for children with autism and the Samoa Otisi Society through a car-focused fundraiser. Ocean protection survey: Pristine Seas is in Samoa for an MPA network survey using deep-sea research methods alongside local partners. Former Manu Samoa captain documentary: Chris Vui is seeking crowdfunding to finish “SPIKED,” a documentary about his doping ban and alleged contamination.