Nuclear risk in the Pacific: A long-range ballistic missile launch from a Chinese submarine over the western Pacific has reignited fears for Pacific health and safety, with leaders in the region saying “this is not something a friend does,” especially given the ongoing harm from past nuclear testing. Reproductive health & language: Kiribati Language Week is highlighting how i-Kiribati language shapes everyday health understanding, including research into how words around menstruation influence women’s reproductive health practices. Dengue warning in Nauru: Nauru’s health chief is urging the public to take action against dengue as cases and mosquito risk remain a concern. Coral reef heat stress: Pacific reef monitoring is being pushed as El Niño-linked ocean warming raises the chance of severe coral bleaching, which can affect food, livelihoods, and long-term community wellbeing. Women’s safety spotlight: A global look at gender-based violence points to very high rates in parts of the Pacific, including Papua New Guinea, underscoring the need for stronger local prevention and support services.