Global climate policy is heating up as a UN draft on accountability and reparations faces pushback from key allies. Drawing on an ICJ advisory, the proposal would push for tougher action and new ways to address damages, sparking a high-stakes clash over responsibility. The unfolding debate reveals how far nations are willing to go in…

New Zealand is quietly expanding talks with the United States over critical minerals—a move environmental groups say could threaten Pacific seabed ecosystems and coastal communities. In parallel, a Fast-Track panel rejected iron-sands mining in the South Taranaki Bight, underscoring the tension between economic opportunity and ocean health across the region.

Two Pacific nations have ratified a landmark pact to establish a Pacific-led resilience financing facility, signaling a bold shift toward community-driven climate and disaster resilience. This regional milestone reinforces ownership and collaboration across the Blue Pacific as it moves toward a new era of resilience funding.

Rising floodwaters in Naqiliso, Davuilevu, are threatening homes and health as locals say cemetery extension work has blocked the main drainage. With heavy rains persisting, fears for children’s safety and livelihoods are mounting, fueling calls for a proper drainage solution before the situation worsens.

Moana Pasifika showcased their rising power in Lautoka, building an early advantage in a bruising forward battle. Smart game management and relentless pressure kept the Drua at bay as the clash tightened, hinting at bigger moments to come.

Across the Pacific, health risks are shifting from clinics to farms, floods, and the safety of food and water. A three-day gathering of island nations explored how a One Health approach—linking human, animal, and environmental health—could strengthen resilience against climate-driven threats. By boosting multi-sector collaboration, the region envisions a proactive path to safer communities.

An electrifying snooker showdown in Lautoka crowned a new champion and showcased bold breaks, clutch moments, and a moving tribute to a club legend. The JM Snooker Competition proved to be about more than the game—it’s a celebration of skill, sportsmanship, and community spirit.