Solomon Islands, Fijian students stranded in Israel return safely home

Left to right: Leeroy Wate, Diotee Deromae, Christina Eddie, Janice Kotu and Barnabas Firivave. Photo: Solomon Islands Government Five Solomon Islands and 13 Fijian students have all returned home after being stranded in Israel during its 12-day...

Pacific Islands focus: deep sea mining, reproductive injustice and a new breast screen campaign

Introduction by Croakey: World leaders are calling for a moratorium on deep sea mining to prevent devastating and irreversible environmental harm. This week, governments are meeting in Jamaica at the 30th Session of the International Seabed...

Pacific news in brief for 10 July

Photo: Photo Illustration / Nik Dirga Cook Islands - plastic Cook Islands has banned plastic shopping bags, with retailers facing a fine of up to NZ$20,000 for supplying them. This provision, alongside others, was passed in Parliament last week as...

CBSI Statement on new Cash Handling Fee and Other Fees imposed by BSP

The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) wishes to inform the general public that it has taken regulatory steps following the introduction of new handling fees and other fees by the Bank of South Pacific Financial Group Limited, Solomon Islands...

Last remaining piece of American WWII warship found off coast of the Solomon Islands

The last remaining piece of a damaged American World War II warship has been found. Scientists and explorers discovered the severed bow of the USS New Orleans off the coast of the Solomon Islands. Sponsor Message

Last remaining piece of American WWII warship found off coast of the Solomon Islands

PM Launches Theme and Logo for 54th Pacific Islands Forum

Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele this week launched the official theme and logo for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM) during a special ceremony at the Trade Fair Grounds, SINU Village. Scheduled for 8 to 12 September 2025, the...

Vanuatu and Solomon Islands battle it out for OFC Women’s Nations Cup round 2 (Group B)

After a successful first round of competition, Fiji came out strong against a spirited Tonga side. Fiji had a close win against Solomon Islands in round 1 while Tonga lost to Vanuatu. Fiji’s first goal came from a sensational header by Cema Nasau...

Solomon Islands Claim First Victory At OFC Women’s Nations Cup With Gritty Win Over Vanuatu

Vanuatu were the aggressors for much of the match, but two defensive mistakes forced by Madeline Arukau, propelled the Solomon Islands towards three points. After suffering defeat to Fiji in their opening match, the Solomon Islands knew that...

Emperor Divers Launch New Solomon Islands Dive Center

Emperor Divers has expanded its daily diving operations with the launch of a brand-new dive center – Emperor Divers Honiara – in the South Pacific. Building on the reputation of their Solomon Islands-based liveaboard, Emperor Bilikiki, the new...

Solomon Islands Marks 47 Years of Independence

BY INDY MAEALASIA HONIARA residents, government officials and guests gathered at the National Stadium on Monday, July 7, 2025 to mark the country’s 47th Independence Anniversary, despite the light to heavy downpour. Celebrated under the theme...

It’s time for a US Indo-Pacific reset

As the recent struggle to pass a budget for the US government illustrates, yet again, the immutable reality of limited fiscal resources, it’s time to reconsider America’s vital national interests in the Indo-Pacific and maintain a laser-like focus...

Historic joint submission of Extended Continental Shelf areas to the UN…

Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu have today taken a major step to secure 453,400 square kilometres of shared ocean heritage. The countries submitted three Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) submissions to the United Nations Commission on the...

WWII mystery solved as sunken wreck of USS New Orleans is found 83 years after tragedy killed 183 sailors

By JAMES CIRRONE FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 00:22 EDT, 10 July 2025 | Updated: 00:56 EDT, 10 July 2025 A team of researchers have located the final resting place of the bow of a US Navy ship that was nearly destroyed during World War II. The bow...

Visualizing The State Of Freedom Around The World

In 2024, 60 countries saw their freedom decline in a historic election year. Strikingly, 40% of countries and territories that held elections experienced targeted attacks on candidates amid heightened instability. Yet bright spots were seen in...

Prime Minister launches theme and logo for 54th Pacific Islands forum leaders meeting

BY CHRIS ALEX Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, officially launched the theme and logo for the upcoming 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 setting the stage for one of the region’s most significant diplomatic...

Pacific leaders address US deportation distress and regional unity at Micronesian meeting

The latest wave of deportations of Pacific people from the United States was among a range of issues discussed at the recent Micronesian Islands Forum in the Marshall Islands. The three-day summit brought together leaders from Kiribati, Nauru, the...

Man convicted for raping and assaulting girlfriend

BY ROMINAH FAKA The High Court has convicted a 24-year-old man for assaulting and raping his girlfriend twice at his house in Honiara in October 2023. On Tuesday this week, July 8, Judge John Keniapisia delivered the judgement. In delivering...

Hon. Manemahaga sworn in as Minister for Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration

Hon. Manemahaga sworn in as Minister for Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration Hon. Trevor Manemahaga was officially sworn in today at Government House as the new Minister for Commerce, Industry, Labour and Immigration, completing the latest...

Solomon Islands turns 47

By Mary Idu Burumaea Solomon Islands today, marked its 47th Independence Anniversary. The event started with a parade starting at Town Council from the West side and Henderson on the east, to the National Stadium where the official program was...