Survivor Season 51 in Fiji: CBS’s hit reality show returns with 21 new castaways marooned on the Mamanuca Islands, kicking off the franchise’s “Open Era” where past twists and idols can resurface in any season. The two-hour premiere airs Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 8pm ET on CBS and streams via Paramount+ (next day on lower tiers). HIV emergency in Fiji: Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency after a sharp rise in new diagnoses, with UNAIDS reporting 9,100 people living with HIV in 2025 and 2,016 new cases recorded that year. Save the Children also flags the impact on infants, including mother-to-child transmission. Media freedom, Fiji’s turn full circle: A commentary marks Fiji’s post-MIDA rebuilding, noting the Prime Minister’s support for a media training centre in Suva and renewed momentum for journalism. Pacific Media Summit: In Savusavu, the 8th Pacific Media Summit focuses on reaching remote communities, with speakers urging AI to support journalism without replacing human judgement. Arts & rehabilitation: Fiji’s President opened an invitation-only exhibition highlighting art as a pathway beyond stigma for people returning to society. Sporting culture: Western Marines won the Ratu Naevo Shield in Nadi; Marist Hockey marks its 30th anniversary with a memorial tournament in Suva.