Toxic Pollution: A Minamata mercury-poisoning survivor urged countries to join the convention protecting people and the environment from mercury. The disaster showed how pollution can build up in seafood and devastate coastal families. Niue’s Ocean Stewardship: Niue Ocean Wide is a finalist for the 2026 Earthshot Prize. Its work supports sustainable management of more than 300,000 square kilometres of marine territory, including a protected area covering about 40% of Niue’s exclusive economic zone. Pacific Climate Action: Pre-COP31 talks in Fiji and Tuvalu called for stronger climate action and Pacific leadership, with ocean health, climate finance and keeping 1.5°C within reach among the priorities. Only two leaders from outside the Pacific were expected to attend. Children’s Health: A global report puts obesity prevalence among Niue’s 5–19-year-olds at 38%, highlighting concerns about food environments and the widespread availability of ultra-processed foods.