Court & Finance: Samoa’s Supreme Court adjourned bail for James Atua and Fred Papalii, charged with money laundering tied to alleged cartel activity and the murder of Lorenzo Lemalu, after the Central Bank froze their accounts and the defence filed new material on Atua’s medical situation. Public Accountability: Health Minister Va’aaoao Solamalemalo Alofipo directly addressed questions over a SAT$2.33m hospital cleaning contract, saying he cancelled the earlier deal after expectations weren’t met. Energy Costs: Oil prices surged past US$100 a barrel amid Middle East tensions, raising fresh fuel-price pressure that can ripple into Samoa’s business and household costs. Security & Enforcement: Police held a male suspect for questioning after a daylight raid in Togafu’afu’a, following a fast-moving operation involving police and Customs. Trade & Policy: India wrapped its WTO Trade Policy Review, reaffirming WTO-consistent, predictable trade and investment rules. Labour Mobility: Samoa’s PM met over 700 RSE workers in Blenheim, with talks also covering the future of the RSE scheme and worker welfare. Aviation & Tourism: Samoa Airways welcomed back its refurbished oldest Twin Otter (5W-FAY), with the overhaul funded from airline revenue to support connectivity and tourism. Digital Safety: Tonga and Samoa students are competing in a Pacific digital inclusion and online safety challenge in Papua New Guinea. Youth Jobs: Young Samoan graduates report long waits for first jobs despite qualifications, especially in the public sector. Sports Diplomacy: Samoa’s delegation is in Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games as Pacific teams chase participation despite a reduced programme.