Ramu NiCo Project Impact: Ramu Nickel and Cobalt (MCC) highlighted two decades of community support around Madang’s Kurumbukari mine and Basamuk refinery, citing jobs, skills training, school help, and backing for health, agriculture, roads, water and women-focused programmes. Human Trafficking Raid in Port Moresby: Police say they disrupted an alleged international people-smuggling operation, rescuing 39 Indonesians (five women, 34 men) held in a downtown residence after social media “job” offers, and detaining four Chinese nationals as charges are prepared. Childhood Cancer Update: Port Moresby General Hospital’s paediatric oncology team says brain tumours are becoming more common among children, alongside cancers like leukemia, retinoblastoma and lymphomas, stressing early detection and treatment. Doctor’s Death in Kundiawa: PNG Opposition Leader James Nomane renewed calls for full legal action after Dr Robert Waiye was killed during Independence Day, urging protection for health workers as investigations continue. Paediatric Surgical Partnership: Paradise Private Hospital, Kind Cuts for Kids Australia, PMGH and Western Highlands Provincial Hospital signed an MoU to expand access to complex paediatric surgeries via visiting specialist Professor Paddy Dewan. Snakebite Awareness: The PNG Snakebite Partnership marked International Snakebite Awareness Day with prevention tips, correct first aid and urging fast medical care, especially for children. Boat Tragedy: A banana boat capsized near Pigeon Island with one dead and four missing; nine were rescued and searches extended into West New Britain waters. Gender-Based Violence Focus: UNICEF says peace must mean everyday safety and dignity, pointing to high rates of intimate-partner violence and violence affecting children’s health and education. HIV and Health Systems (Regional): Fiji declared a national HIV emergency after data showed an estimated 1 in 60 people living with HIV, with officials expanding testing and treatment. Education Pathways: India’s High Commissioner promoted the Study in India Education Fair as a route for PNG students, highlighting affordable options, scholarships and health-science and IT-focused programmes.