Coral Resilience Research: Woods Hole scientists are racing to find “super reefs” in the Central Pacific—heat-tolerant coral communities that keep functioning as nearby reefs bleach—using ocean-current modeling, lab heat tests, and a robotic survey vessel (Yellowfin) plus AI to flag which corals can handle extreme warming. Regional Conservation Planning: Experts say protecting “source reefs” and stepping-stone habitats across places like the Marshall Islands, Kiribati, and Tuvalu could help coral larvae spread and speed recovery, but any protected areas must be co-designed with communities who rely on fishing. Clean Shipping for Island Climate Goals: Pacific transport ministers signed the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership in Majuro, aiming to coordinate a low-carbon, climate-resilient transition for regional shipping—supporting low-carbon vessels, port upgrades, and skilled workers—while keeping maritime connectivity for island communities. Dengue Alert in the Pacific: Health reports show elevated dengue activity across the region, with Kiribati among the countries reporting outbreaks as cases and hospitalisations rise. Fisheries Access Risk: Tokelau has been removed from the Parties to the Nauru Agreement tuna management scheme, threatening government revenue tied to access days—highlighting how fisheries governance changes can quickly affect Pacific livelihoods.