Marine Conservation: Solomon Islands has joined a push for the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves (MOCOR), a transboundary network of marine protected areas spanning Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and Fiji, aiming to protect biodiversity while allowing sustainable, Indigenous-aligned use. Public Health: WHO says Solomon Islands has reaffirmed its fight against antimicrobial resistance after submitting data to the TrACSS self-assessment survey, covering human health, animals, agriculture, food and the environment. Disease Control: A world-first scabies mass drug administration program has sharply cut scabies and related skin infections in Solomon Islands and Fiji, using large-scale ivermectin distribution. Digital Infrastructure: China-aided national broadband infrastructure has been handed over in Tenaru, with coverage expanded across provinces and major islands via 3G/4G base stations. Telecom & Cables: DXN won a contract worth about US$1.2m to design, build and commission a cable landing station for the Adamasia Cable System-1 project, supporting Pacific connectivity and resilience. Local Tech & Roads: Honiara’s Hot Bread roundabout road upgrade is in its final stage, with asphalt paving completed and finishing works underway. Science & Safety: Solomon Islands Meteorological Service is monitoring severe weather as two New Zealand hikers remain trapped on Mt Popomanaseu after flooding and landslides blocked their route. Heritage & Research: Tulagi has opened the Nambawan Haus Museum, positioning it as a hub for education, research and sustainable tourism.