Marine Conservation: Solomon Islands has joined the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves (MOCOR), a transboundary Indigenous-led marine protection push spanning Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, PNG and New Caledonia, aiming to protect biodiversity while allowing sustainable Indigenous values-based activities. Public Health: WHO says Solomon Islands has strengthened its fight against antimicrobial resistance after submitting data to the TrACSS survey across human health, animals, agriculture, food and the environment. Disease Control: A new Pacific study reports nationwide mass ivermectin treatment has sharply cut scabies in Solomon Islands and Fiji, showing the approach can work at country scale. Digital Infrastructure: China-aided national broadband infrastructure has been handed over to Solomon Islands, boosting coverage and connectivity across provinces and islands. Telecom Tech: DXN won a contract for submarine cable landing station work tied to the Adamasia Cable System-1, supporting Pacific security and resilience. Transport & Aviation: SIRAP2 progress continues at Henderson International Airport, with major aviation buildings and an air traffic control tower nearing completion. Local Governance: Police and the Ministry of Police say there will be no immediate eviction tied to geotechnical works for the new RSIPF Police Academy at Rove. Disaster Watch: A 5.0 quake was recorded in Solomon Islands, and meteorological conditions continue to be monitored after landslide risks. Safety Incident: Two New Zealand hikers remain trapped on Mt Popomanaseu after flooding and landslides blocked their route. Heritage & Science Tourism: Tulagi opened the Nambawan Haus Museum, adding a new hub for education, research and heritage tourism.