Health Funding: The Asian Development Bank and the Kiribati government have signed an US$11 million grant to support the new Betio Hospital, aiming to strengthen health services across South Tarawa and the outer islands, with completion and operations targeted for the end of Q2 2028. Mental Health Data: A new global comparison highlights the lowest reported depression rates, but researchers warn low numbers can reflect limited screening and reporting rather than better mental wellbeing—an important reminder for Pacific health planning. Pacific Health & Environment: SPREP is progressing SWAP2, a regional push to improve waste management and cut pollution, including work in Kiribati, which can indirectly support healthier living conditions. Local Health Context: In the Solomon Islands, a reported Gold Ridge Mine landslide has claimed at least ten lives, underscoring ongoing risks around workplace safety and emergency response. Women’s Wellbeing: A Women, Peace and Security index ranking points to wide gaps in women’s inclusion and security, factors that can shape health outcomes beyond clinics. Kiribati & Research: Purdue’s Taraia Object expedition is moving ahead after Kiribati cabinet approval, with a planned October departure to investigate a possible Earhart aircraft site on Nikumaroro—relevant for local logistics and community engagement.