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Pacific Security: Australia and Fiji signed an upgraded “Vuvale” security agreement in Suva, with security described as the “central pillar” and expanded cooperation spanning interdiction, policing, prosecution and health. Road Safety: A collision at the Vaitele-fou four-corner intersection sent both drivers to hospital after witnesses said neither stopped at the stop sign; traffic delays lasted about 30 minutes. Health & Environment: A new report flags paraquat’s ongoing use in the U.S. despite bans elsewhere, linking it to Parkinson’s risk, while broader concerns about toxic chemicals and “forever chemicals” keep rising alongside data-centre growth. Economy Watch: The World Bank warns Pacific growth is slowing as fuel costs, debt and weaker tourism bite—Samoa is included in the update. Local Wellness: Samoa’s Business House Touch Rugby tournament is back, pushing team-building and active living across workplaces. Governance & Media: Samoa’s press-freedom ranking hit 59, and the PM says only media can answer why.

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