Politics • SāmoaPrinciple over politics: Fiamē's vision put to the test in general electionIn a pivotal vote marked by unpredictability, Sāmoans prepare to choose between competing visions for their country’s future.Renate Rivers in ApiaFri, 22 Aug
EntertainmentIt was all faith, funk, and female fire at the 21st Pacific Music AwardsFrom grassroots to Grammy winners, the 2025 PMAs brought odes to friendships, family, and fresh sounds.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 22 Aug
Arts • TongaNew Tongan book aims to restore traditional worldview on artThe landmark publication, authored, designed, and published by Tongans, has been launched and features 41 artists.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 22 Aug
PoliticsActivist slams Pacific’s 'dreadful response' to Palestine amid growing relationships with IsraelJohn Minto says the Pacific region is failing Palestinians and should be “deeply ashamed".'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 22 Aug
HealthStudy to focus on health risks faced by Pacific meatworkersWhile the industry is crucial to New Zealand’s economy, researchers claim Pacific and Māori workers are physically paying the price.Khalia StrongFri, 22 Aug
OpinionWill’s Word: Is the Pacific’s response to the war in Gaza weak?Israel’s war in Gaza is being condemned worldwide yet the Pacific’s voice is barely heard - strategic silence has become complicity.William TeriteFri, 22 Aug
Entertainment2025 Pacific Music Awards honours creative cultural excellence and talentMarking the PMA's 21st anniversary, industry legends and emerging stars unite to recognise the impact of Pacific music.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 21 Aug
Sports • Fiji • Cook Islands • New CaledoniaFiji dominate Cook Islands as New Caledonia hold NZIt was an exciting round of matches at the OFC Under-16 Men's Championship in Honiara, with one team securing their place in the semi-finals.PMN NewsThu, 21 Aug
EntertainmentBreaking down comedy barriers: Pacific women stand and take the micAuckland Council’s funding has paved the way for the Va’ine Fresh programme to empower Pasifika wāhine.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterThu, 21 Aug
PoliticsWinston Peters says China “too clever by half” in PIF rowThe Foreign Affairs Minister criticises China’s denial of any interference in the Pacific Islands Forum.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 21 Aug