Deep-Sea Mining Radiation Risk: As the International Seabed Authority debates rules for deep-sea mining, a new report warns that mining could mobilise naturally occurring radioactive materials from the seafloor, raising concerns for marine life and seafood consumers through the food chain. Pacific Conservation & Governance: Traditional leaders, youth and conservation groups are meeting for a Pacific Inclusive Conservation Learning Exchange, spotlighting Indigenous-led stewardship and climate resilience, with Cook Islands leaders among participants. Cervical Cancer Elimination in the Pacific: Regional health experts say cervical cancer can be virtually eliminated within a generation, pointing to strong HPV vaccination and screening results in the UK and Australia and highlighting growing uptake of HPV self-testing in Pacific communities. ENT Specialists Visit Rarotonga & Pa Enua: A visiting team of ear, nose and throat specialists from Australia is delivering clinics and complex surgeries in partnership with Te Marae Ora, supported by Australia’s budget support. Pa Enua Investment Debate: A letter questions whether government spending is evenly shared across the outer islands, raising concerns about uneven attention and the barge programme’s sourcing and maintenance. General Practice Workforce Support: ProCare is backing the next generation of Māori and Pacific GPs through scholarships, including a Cook Islands recipient, as primary care faces ongoing pressure. Transboundary Plastic Pollution Talks: Pacific voices are pushing for stronger global action at upcoming negotiations in Nairobi to tackle marine plastic pollution. Moana Pasifika Super Rugby Update: New Zealand Rugby has ruled out a rescue bid, confirming Moana Pasifika will not be in Super Rugby Pacific next year, with the door left open beyond 2027.