NRL Trademark Fight: New Zealand Rugby is threatening court action over the PNG Chiefs’ name, warning the NRL could be forced to change the franchise identity before the Port Moresby logo and jersey launch. Energy & LNG Deal: TotalEnergies confirmed it will hand operatorship of Papua LNG to ExxonMobil and sell a 9.1% interest, reshaping project stakes as the project moves ahead. Central Bank Priorities: BPNG set out 2026 focus areas—price stability, foreign exchange reform, stronger finance sector rules, and better economic governance—while warning of new global risks. Health Push: PNG launched HPV vaccination for girls aged 9–14 to prevent cervical cancer, starting in NCD and Central. Finance Abuse Crackdown: BPNG and 15 institutions signed the PNG Empower Finance Code to curb financial and economic abuse. Infrastructure for Growth: PM Marape urged Eastern Highlands communities to turn Highlands Highway investment into more coffee, jobs, and business income. Sports & Community: PNG’s Junior Bilums beat Tonga 4-1 to keep OFC U-16 Women’s semi-final hopes alive. Trade & Ports: ICTSI is investing K8.1m to expand Lae port capacity as vessel calls rise. Culture & Education: DWU Wewak campus hosts the final leg of its 30th anniversary celebrations next week.