Hawai‘i Storm Readiness: Tropical Storm Lala is tightening its grip on the islands, with a Hurricane Warning for the Big Island and Tropical Storm Watches/Warnings elsewhere as officials activate emergency hubs and urge residents and visitors to finish preparations. Tourism & Visitor Guidance: The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority is pushing a visitor-focused news and alert guide so hotels and tour operators can keep guests informed and adjust plans. Local Business Continuity: Honolulu is standing up its Emergency Operations Center as O‘ahu enters a Tropical Storm Watch, highlighting how quickly operations can shift for critical infrastructure and public safety. Inter-Island Air Capacity: Mokulele Airlines is adding three Cessna 208 Caravans and expanding its Honolulu terminal upgrades, aiming to boost reliability and service. Accounting & Advisory Expansion: Eide Bailly is acquiring MUN, adding a Lihue, Hawai‘i office and expanding its footprint across California and Nevada. Business Risk & Compliance: A new settlement over lender-placed insurance charges underscores ongoing pressure on mortgage servicers nationwide. Public Health Watch: A cyclospora outbreak tied to a lettuce recall is spreading in the U.S., a reminder for food safety and supply-chain scrutiny. Aviation Labor Pay: New contracts and wage increases at major U.S. airlines are widening pay tiers for flight attendants, shaping hiring and labor costs. Real Estate Dealmaking: Concierge Auctions has opened bidding for a Kaua‘i North Shore retreat at $8.25 million as it targets high-end buyers.