Antimicrobial Resistance Warning: Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority says drug-resistant infections are rising at Mount Hagen Hospital as people take antibiotics without advice, don’t finish courses, and buy from informal markets. Health Tech Upgrade: East Sepik Provincial Health Authority trained lab staff to use a new Erba EC90 Electrolyte Analyzer, aiming for faster, reliable electrolyte results for ICU and emergency care. Digital Learning in Schools: Hutjena Secondary School in Bougainville became the first PNG school connected to EduNeX, bringing AI-supported learning tools and teacher resources. Digital Identity & AI Rules: PNG is advancing SevisPass integration via a QUT partnership, while drafting laws to curb AI misuse including deepfakes and voice cloning. Cyber & Fraud Tech Partnerships: NEC signed an MoU with Ava Labs to explore biometric verifiable credentials for on-chain services, as UNDP moves to scale blockchain-based digital payments after pilots. Government & ICT Leadership: A cabinet reshuffle placed Robert Naguri as ICT minister and shifted health and disaster responsibilities under Dr Billy Joseph. Rugby League Tech Trial: SP Hunters will trial a video referee system for try and foul-play reviews in Port Moresby. Resource Sector Collaboration: PNG CORE urged stronger partnerships among government, industry, landowners and communities for future mining and energy projects. Agriculture & Food Security: Demand for sweet potato is increasing as households adapt to food prices, with calls for better farm management. Environment & Discovery: Scientists reported a newly identified “walking shark” in PNG’s southeast, highlighting urgent conservation needs.