Marshall Islands Rights & Climate: A UN Special Rapporteur wrapped up her first RMI visit, warning that nuclear testing legacies and sea-level rise are still squeezing Marshallese human rights defenders, with barriers like limited funding and access to information. Loss and Damage in Majuro: WIM ExCom meetings in Majuro put frontline climate impacts on display, with youth and practitioners urging stronger action beyond promises—especially as communities report land loss, changing fisheries, drought, and damage to cultural sites. Pacific Security & Nuclear-Free Zone: Pacific leaders backed a joint statement after a long-range nuclear-capable missile test overflew the region without adequate notice, with only two states declining to sign. Local Governance & Land Dispute: The Traditional Rights Court has taken up the Loeak domain Iroojlaplap title dispute as the case moves toward trial. Maritime & Shipping: Lloyd’s Register granted a design appraisal for a fore-accommodation LNG carrier concept for the Republic of the Marshall Islands Maritime Administrator, tied to wind-assisted propulsion using MOL’s Wind Challenger sails. Health Policy Watch: Federal Medicaid eligibility changes tied to H.R. 1 are set to begin Oct. 1, with Micronesia/Marshall Islands/Palau citizens noted as remaining eligible under specific rules. Regional Fisheries: Pacific countries pushed at COFI37 for stronger support and recognition of Pacific-led, science-based fisheries management. Weather: Tropical Depression 24W formed east of the Marianas and is forecast to curve toward Tokyo, with potential impacts for travel plans.