Letters to Editor. The Leader of the HRPP gives his views on resolving the land dispute between Afega and Leauvaa. buff.ly/3JlV6t8

Former Samoa Cycling Federation president Seti Afoa’s arrest warrant was cancelled on Thursday after he presented himself to the courthouse in Tuasivi. buff.ly/3TTKkPS

In a move to support local farmers and promote a healthy diet, the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries will transition to locally sourced ingredients for its meetings and events. buff.ly/3JkVbNN

The country is on the brink of declaring a dengue fever outbreak should the latest situational report from health expected by the end of the week show a continuous increase in the disease. buff.ly/445073a

The doctors currently employed by the Ministry of Health (M.O.H.) have been instructed to abstain from pursuing secondary employment. buff.ly/3W8TIBI

Former Samoa High Commissioner to New Zealand Fe'esago George Fepuleai believes that racism against Samoans persists despite efforts to strengthen ties between Samoa and its former colonisers. buff.ly/3Q1pNI8

Editorial. It was deemed a win for the Pacific people, especially Samoans when a bill to remove a racist law in New Zealand passed its first reading in the Beehive in Wellington last week. buff.ly/4d3n7TZ

Between the Lines. Plight of the disabled, a little celebrity splash, partying in overseas, campaigning is on, disappointed fans and time to start a clean-up campaign. buff.ly/3Uic2Hs

A community grant from the Bank South Pacific (BSP) has helped revive a historical asset in the village of Tufulele, its water pool that endured the impact of climate change. buff.ly/3xCcU0G

The biggest challenge faced by Pacific nations in maintaining consistent public health is the loss of its workforce says Chief Executive Officer (C.E.O.) of the Pacific Health Association Group, Debbie Sorensen. buff.ly/3vPSl0h

Samoa can now access millions in funds for better ocean protection projects through a facility announced by the Commonwealth. buff.ly/3vV1HI0

A Samoan educator responsible for promoting her tradition and culture in New Zealand will be given her final rites at her village in Vaimoso on Monday. buff.ly/3w5uc5P

A 30-year-old bus driver from Savai'i found himself in hot water after being apprehended by police for possession of illicit drugs while on duty. buff.ly/3Q0uDFd

Six nofotane women entrepreneurs are the recipients of the Fatu Toa Award for Seed Funding of US$500 each. buff.ly/3VZxQIX

The Regional Director of the WHO took time out from his commitment to the Pacific Heads of Health Forum currently held in Apia, to spend time with children under the care of the Samoa Victim Support Group. buff.ly/49EwsP9

Op-Ed. Two years after the inconclusive third independence referendum under the 1998 Noumea Accord, uncertainty and tensions are mounting in New Caledonia. buff.ly/4aAS2Wl

As part of its commitment to the Pacific, the Governments of New Zealand and Australia are building on its existing partnership with SPREP, in support of a more resilient Pacific environment in the face of climate change and other threats. buff.ly/440CnwS

The increasing prevalence of vaping, particularly among young people was something Pacific governments needed to take seriously says the Chief Executive Officer of the Pacific Health Association Group, Debbie Sorensen. buff.ly/3U7QM66

The District Court has issued a warrant of arrest for the former head of Samoa Triathlon Federation Seti Afoa as he failed to appear in court. buff.ly/3QrvwXZ

Attempts are being made to stop the exploitation of men and women who have joined the workforce as security guards in light of long hours, some even exceeding 24 hours. buff.ly/447JqUI