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Hospital Accountability: Samoa’s Health Minister Va’aaoao Solamalemalo Alofipo says he personally cancelled a SAT$2.33m national hospital cleaning contract after EME Pacific failed to meet expectations, after public questions and reported hygiene lapses at the maternity ward. Campus Safety: Police are investigating two fights at the National University of Samoa, with CCTV and circulating videos identifying 18 students and detaining more than five after head injuries were reported. Energy Costs: Oil prices surged to US$100 a barrel amid renewed Middle East tensions, raising fresh concerns about higher fuel and living costs in Samoa. Commonwealth Games Spotlight: Samoa’s Associate Sports Minister Fiu Ponifasio Vasa leads the country’s delegation in Glasgow as the Commonwealth Games begin, with Samoa among Pacific teams competing. Samoa in Culture & Music: Opetaia Foa’i received APRA AMCOS’ Billions Award for “We Know The Way,” featuring Tokelau and Sāmoa languages from the Moana soundtrack. RSE Worker Welfare: Samoa’s PM met 700+ RSE workers in Blenheim and discussed welfare, healthcare and accommodation, including serious health issues raised by a nurse. Local Travel & Fees: Samoa Airport Authority GM Tumanuvao Evile Falefatu defended the $10 vehicle exit fee at Fagalii and Faleolo airports. Sports Pathways: Eight Samoan gridiron players returned from a US tour with scholarships to American universities.

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