Pacific Health & Climate Funding: U.S. officials say a White House summit with Pacific leaders was “collaborative,” with Biden pledging new infrastructure investment plus US$200 million more for climate mitigation, economic growth, illegal fishing countermeasures, and public health improvements—attendees included Marshall Islands leaders. El Niño Preparedness: SPREP urged Pacific communities to start early planning after El Niño was declared underway, stressing practical steps to protect families as impacts vary by country. Coral Resilience for Coastal Health: Scientists in the Marshall Islands are studying rare “super reefs” that seem to resist heat stress, aiming to protect reef systems that support fish, coastlines, and atoll land. Mosquito-Borne Disease Alert: Hawai‘i DOH reported a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu tied to a visitor; local transmission risk is expected low, but officials urged residents to remove standing water and reduce mosquito breeding. Access to Care for Veterans: CNMI delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds introduced a bill to expand VA travel reimbursements for veterans in the Freely Associated States, including the Marshall Islands, where VA facilities are limited. Health Workforce Strain: A new performance audit warns that population loss and economic decline are making it harder for Micronesian nations (including RMI) to staff and maintain schools and medical facilities. COP31 Representation: The Marshall Islands appointed COP31 envoy Tina Stege to elevate Pacific priorities, including keeping 1.5°C within reach—key for long-term health and wellbeing.