Climate Science at Bonn: Pacific negotiators, including Fiji’s Dr Sivendra Michael, warned that fossil-fuel interests are trying to weaken climate science language and the 1.5°C limit, calling it a threat to climate justice as talks end in gridlock on adaptation and emissions-cutting. El Niño Readiness in Fiji: Government says water emergency funds and mitigation are already in place, with weekly monitoring and an El Niño Watch activated to keep communities informed as dry conditions loom. Fiji Research for Resilience: Finance Minister Esrom Immanuel highlighted Koronivia Research Station as key to local alternatives to imports, from cassava flour blending to organic composting, as agriculture faces climate and pest pressures. Maritime Tech & Security: Fiji, Philippines and Sri Lanka are expanding drone and unmanned tech for maritime surveillance and emergency response, while Operation Ika Moana is back to strengthen Pacific-led maritime monitoring. Ocean Governance: Fiji and Panama launched a “twilight zone” mesopelagic protection push at Our Oceans, and a new study warns ocean acidification governance is lagging behind food-security needs. Health & Skills: Fiji’s Health Minister says skin health is still neglected, and iTaukei Affairs reports 539 traditional titles filled in Ra (about 81% completion). Local Safety: Police and the National Fire Authority are investigating suspected arson that destroyed three machines worth about $750,000 in Savusavu. Science & People: A study maps Denisovan DNA variants still active in modern Oceanians’ immune systems, but researchers say the “why” remains unclear.