Pacific Islands Forum tensions: The 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Palau wrapped up with clear friction between China and the US, while Australia and New Zealand were criticised for doing little meaningful on climate action. Climate & everyday survival: ChildFund New Zealand is urging Pacific communities already hit by fuel shortages to brace for a strengthening El Niño—bringing drought in some places, heavier rain in others, and added pressure on drinking water, food and children’s health. Food & culture spotlight: The FFA and SPC launched “Tuna Bites” for UN World Tuna Day and Pacific Tuna Month, with Niue among the participating countries and a local tuna-dish competition judged by chefs, then broadcast to celebrate tuna’s role in Pacific diets and livelihoods. Niue-PNG cooperation: Papua New Guinea and Niue signed a framework agreement for development and technical cooperation, covering trade, education, health, agriculture, climate resilience, infrastructure and people-to-people exchanges. Lifestyle at sea: SeaDream Yacht Club announced SeaDream III, its first new ship in 25 years, with reservations opening now and a July 2029 debut—about 200 guests, personalised service, and expanded spa and wellness facilities. Polynesian scholarship: A feature looks back at Sir Peter Buck (Te Rangi Hīroa) and Te Rangi Hīroa’s legacy as a major scholar of Polynesia, including his work connected to Urenui and the wider region. Sport & Pacific pathways: PNG’s PM James Marape welcomed NRL star Jerome Luai as the PNG Chiefs’ “Player Number 1,” framing the club as a Pacific talent pipeline that includes players from Niue and other island nations.