Rugby & Sevens: Six Manu Samoa Sevens internationals are set for India’s Rugby Premier League, with Motu Opetai, Owen Niue, Taualai Panoa, Taitaifono Senio Tavita, Ravuama Seruvakula and Tusitafu Toilolo taking the field from 16 June, joining stars from New Zealand and Fiji in a fast, franchise-based Sevens push. Local Sports Spotlight: The Niue connection continues as the tournament’s Hyderabad Heroes are coached by former Samoa and NZ Sevens legend DJ Forbes, with two of the Samoan players under his guidance. Pacific Rugby Future: Moana Pasifika’s survival story gets a boost as Winston Peters says new potential backers have come forward, while ruling out a direct government bailout and urging a sustainable business model after liquidation fears. Combat Sports (Niuean audience interest): A father-daughter boxing journey is in focus, with Elliott’s early pro success built on years of amateur experience and support from her gym-owning father and trainer Nigel Elliott. Culture & Heritage: Niue Museum’s upcoming workshop aims to uncover and preserve forgotten tātatau traditions, featuring Niuean-Māori tattoo practitioner Iata Peautolu, who’s returning to document stories, village nuances and sacred places to strengthen a distinct Niuean tātatau style. Quiz & Pop Culture: A quick Niue-themed quiz rounds up answers on everything from equator geography to New Zealand TV and film, including Niue’s free association ties and Bill Murray’s Groundhog Day role.