Flood & Erosion in Nadi: Yavusania villagers in Sikituru say heavy rain is routine, but riverbank erosion is now swallowing homes and land, with four houses already lost and families scrambling to save livestock as the Nadi River cuts the community off. Reality TV & Culture: “Survivor 51” contestant Linnea Capobianco is making headlines for her unapologetic anti-astrology stance, even as the show leans into social bonding and fan speculation. Historic Search in the Pacific: A Purdue-led expedition is set to hunt for Amelia Earhart’s missing plane wreckage in Nikumaroro’s lagoon, using a satellite anomaly as the focus for fieldwork. Fijiana’s WXV win: Fiji beat the Netherlands 20-17 in Hong Kong to complete a clean sweep in the WXV Global Series Challenger, with Merewairita Neivosa praising teamwork and a late Qoro penalty. Flying Fijians squad updates: Siblings Setareki Turagacoke and Watisoni Waqanisaravi are named together in the 68-member Flying Fijians squad for the Japan Test, alongside other uncapped call-ups. Netball Rising Star: Evon Nalewabau aims for the Fiji Pearls after being named Best Player in the Women’s Open at the Crest National Netball Championship. Media & Climate Accountability: Pacific media leaders adopted a Savusavu declaration demanding better access to loss and damage information and stronger government accountability. Sports Development: Navatu Secondary School received $8,000 in gym equipment, supporting youth rugby after their Deans Trophy run highlighted a lack of proper training facilities.