Supreme Court: Samoa’s Supreme Court has struck out a leave-to-appeal bid tied to the acquittal of PM Laaulialemalietoa Schmidt and others, after the court heard the filing was made in the name of Samoa Police without proper instructions. Regional diplomacy: Samoa and New Zealand leaders reaffirmed their “enduring partnership” in Wellington, with labour mobility and the future of the RSE scheme front and centre. Courts and justice: The court reserved decisions in the Schwalger sexual assault appeal process, including arguments over whether the complainant’s prior sexual history should be allowed. Public safety and governance: Samoa’s morgue has reopened after refrigeration failure, but questions remain over why new units are still idle. Health and services: A letter to the editor attacks overseas travel priorities while medicine shortages and hospital service problems persist. Economy and oversight: The Central Bank warns budget delays could slow Samoa’s economic recovery. Youth policy: Samoa launched its Youth Policy 2026–2031 and re-established a Youth Advisory Committee. Community support: SVSG and the UN Trust Fund resumed awareness work to end violence against women and children. Aviation: Samoa Airways welcomed back its refurbished oldest Twin Otter, expected to extend service life by 30 years. Digital transformation: MFSA rolled out a whole-of-ministry centralised digital repository to track programmes and results. International security: Solomon Islands signalled a new US Coast Guard “ship rider” patrol deal, amid wider Pacific maritime enforcement concerns.