Business & Licensing: Phat Burger has moved from Malifa to Mulinuu, with customers enjoying the new waterfront setting while the restaurant awaits final approval to restart alcohol sales after a fresh liquor licence application. Sports & Talent: Leigh coach Adrian Lam says recruitment is “only just beginning” after signing Samoa international Lazarus Vaalepu, with more arrivals still possible before the 2027 push. Education: Samoa launched the Samoa Education Management Information System (SEMIS), giving the Ministry real-time school data on attendance and infrastructure to spot needs early and improve children’s learning. Public Safety & Health: The Ministry of Commerce is investigating complaints about fake imported products, including Rexona roll-ons and Boom washing powder. Rehabilitation & Justice: A counselling service, SoulTalk, says its Drug and Alcohol Court-linked program is helping steer people away from alcohol and drugs through structured coping sessions. Economy & Policy: The Central Bank of Samoa kept monetary policy unchanged, citing stable inflation goals while expecting temporary pressure from higher oil prices. Regional & Security: Australia and Samoa are backing Pacific policing cooperation, including a Regional Centre of Excellence in Samoa under the Pacific Policing Initiative. Energy & Living Costs: Samoa says it has enough fuel for about a month and announced July diesel and kerosene price cuts. Culture & Pride: Tala chef Henry Onesemo’s restaurant has won the first Michelin Star for Samoan cuisine, putting contemporary Samoan food on the global map. Compensation: More than SAT$6 million tala has been distributed to Safata families under the HMNZS Manawanui compensation plan, with further payments expected to continue.