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Sāmoa

Jai Opetaia drops German in brutal KO, keeps titles and calls for unification fights

The Sāmoan boxer has retained his IBF and Ring Magazine titles with an eighth-round knockout, but says he's disappointed in his performance as he renews his push for a cruiserweight unification.

Latonya Lole, Sports ReporterSun, 07 Dec

Sports •

Sāmoa

Jai Opetaia set to close out 2025 on top against German opponent

The Sāmoan boxer prepares for a long-awaited showdown with Huseyin Cinkara, both unbeaten in their careers. Here’s what you need to know.

Latonya Lole, Sports ReporterThu, 04 Dec

Sports •

Sāmoa •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Heartland XV coach reflects on emotional return to Sāmoa

Assistant Coach Aleni Feagaiga says the team’s tour was defined by cultural connection and Pacific pride, with players embracing their heritage.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 04 Dec

Pacific Region •

Hawai'i •

Sāmoa

'For the people of Maui': Sāmoa-US journalist on her Emmy-winning wildfires coverage

Tamara Vaifanua says her Sāmoan culture has played an influencing role in her career.

Susana Suisuiki, RNZ Pacific Waves presenterWed, 03 Dec

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Sāmoa •

Tonga •

Fiji

Pacific umpires shine as netball pathways reveal strong showing in 2025

It has been a landmark year for Pasifika in the sport, with more officials gaining accreditations and stepping onto the international stage.

PMN NewsThu, 27 Nov

Pacific Region •

Sāmoa •

Tokelau

Pacific voice amplified as Mena Antonio takes top global Caritas role

The Sāmoan-Tokelauan leader is Vice President of Caritas Internationalis, giving the Pacific a powerful voice in global decisions.

Khalia StrongThu, 27 Nov

Sports •

Fiji •

Sāmoa •

Tonga

Junior Tonu'u: Pacific rugby must follow Fiji's lead as Sāmoa and Tonga face key reset

The former All Black star says the Flying Fijians' rise to tier-one status should be the model for Pacific rugby.

PMN NewsMon, 24 Nov

Sports •

Sāmoa

Manu Sāmoa build for Rugby World Cup 2027 with focus on forwards and leadership - coach

Census Johnston says the aim is to shape a disciplined, smart squad that mixes returning stars with emerging talent, to compete with the world’s best on and off the field.

PMN NewsMon, 24 Nov

Sports •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Sāmoa •

Fiji

Mils Muliaina: Fiji lead Pacific rugby while Sāmoa rebuilds

Sky Sport commentator Mils Muliaina says Fiji finish the year as the strongest Pacific side, while Sāmoa enter a key rebuilding phase.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 21 Nov

Politics •

Sāmoa

'Dangerous precedent': Sāmoa leaders, media warn of threats to press freedom, democracy

They have condemned Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa’s ban on the Sāmoa Observer.

Renate RiversThu, 20 Nov

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