RSE Worker Health Crisis: Samoa’s Prime Minister met Samoan community representatives in Hawke’s Bay after a registered nurse raised alarming health cases among young RSE workers in New Zealand, including cancer and heart problems, with calls for a workable agreement so treatment can continue before workers return home. Commonwealth Games Build-Up: Pacific nations including Samoa are sending teams to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games, where small squads are chasing big results as the event shifts to fewer sports and a tighter schedule. Youth Climate Action: COP31 Youth Climate Champion Sally Higgins wrapped up a two-day visit to Samoa, meeting youth leaders and community groups to push locally driven climate resilience ahead of global talks. Boxing Court Fight: Zuffa Boxing champion Jai Opetaia has sued the IBF after claiming his cruiserweight title was unlawfully removed over his move to Zuffa. Tourism & Travel Links: Qantas launched a new direct Auckland–Apia service, boosting access for visitors and making it easier to add Samoa to New Zealand trips. Waste Management Upgrade: Samoa’s MNRE officially opened a new weighbridge at Tafaigata Landfill to improve waste measurement and planning. Public Safety & Accountability: Two female police officers were suspended after leaked CCTV footage showed a traffic officer being struck by a vehicle. Culture Rebrand: Samoa’s Teuila Festival has been renamed the Measina Festival, with registrations closing July 31 and competitions starting August 7.