HIV Response: Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency as cases surge, with health officials saying about 1 in 60 adults are living with HIV; the tourism minister says visitors should still come, calling HIV a global issue. Public Health Misinformation: Fiji Network Plus warns against viral “herbal cure” claims, stressing there’s no proven herbal cure and urging people not to stop ART. Drug-Use Spread: A report highlights “bluetoothing”/hotspotting—sharing drug-infused blood via needles—as a dangerous driver of the outbreak, tied to poverty and low awareness. Tourism Pressure: Fiji welcomed a record 105,791 visitors in July, while officials push “value over volume” and better benefits for local businesses. Climate & Prices: The Fiji Competition and Consumer Commission warns El Niño could raise food and essential goods prices and reduce local output, while cracking down on overcharging. Bamboo Housing: World Bamboo Day research handed to the Forestry Ministry suggests bamboo construction could cost about $1,300 per square metre and supports draft guidelines for climate-resilient homes. Marine Science: NOAA’s Okeanos Explorer arrives in Fiji to map deep seafloor areas, with data planned for public access. AI & Tech Partnerships: A Fiji firm partnership will bring AI/IoT and video analytics to Pacific markets, while a Pasifika AI creator argues Pacific-focused AI must be built with community mandate.