Strong Winds Alert: Solomon Islands Meteorological Service issued strong wind warning 210 for all waters, with southeasterly winds of 15–25 knots and rough seas up to 2.5–3.0m, urging sea travellers and the public to take precautions. Renewable Power for Tulagi: Tulagi Solar Power Plant was commissioned in Central Islands, a 250kW solar hybrid project expected to improve reliability and affordability of electricity for tourism, schools, clinics and small businesses. Payments Watchdog: Central Bank of Solomon Islands warned EFTPOS merchants not to impose card surcharges, saying the practice is unauthorised and must stop, with pricing to remain transparent and consistent. Maritime Sector Planning: Solomon Islands Maritime Authority advanced Phase Two of the Ocean Accounts Initiative through an internal workshop, including work on a Maritime Connectivity and Accessibility Account. Disaster Recovery Accountability: Transparency Solomon Islands renewed calls for answers on Cyclone Maila recovery funds, asking what was received, spent, and what remains for communities. Football (MSG Cup): Solomon Islands men’s national team open their MSG Prime Minister’s Cup campaign against Fiji in Suva tonight, aiming to make an impact after winning the 2023 title. OFC U-16 Women: Samoa beat Solomon Islands 2-0 to finish fifth, ending the hosts’ campaign without a win. WWII Search Effort: Researchers using drone-mounted LiDAR are exploring New Georgia for a lost WWII battlefield and missing US servicemen.