Pacific Community Security: Pacific Center for Island Security pushes back on “pro-military vs anti-military” talk, arguing civilians should judge military activity by whether it’s positive or negative for island communities’ peace and security. Climate-Resilient Food Systems: In Abaiang, knowledge broker Terereniti Tiiman shares water-efficient gardening that boosts household harvests while easing pressure on fragile groundwater, with peer-to-peer demos helping others adopt the methods. Kiribati Language & Identity: Kiribati Language Week stories highlight “Karina te ang” as more than a slogan—Roi Burnett describes it as taking a breath and taking in spirit—while Tikuntaake Redfern reflects on finding pride in Kiribati language after feeling disconnected in Aotearoa. Youth & Culture in Motion: Robati Harrison celebrates te mwaie ni Kiribati and te anene, linking dance and singing to ancestry and belonging for I-Kiribati in Australia. Banaba Resource Debate: The Rabi Council of Leaders says Banaba mining plans have shifted away from Centrex Limited toward a feasibility study with Kiribati and Nauru, after renewed community questions. Education Spotlight: A data map flags Kiribati as the top spender on education by share of GDP (16.4%), underscoring how national priorities show up in everyday life. Travel Rules, Kiribati Included: Germany’s 2026 visa-free list for short stays includes Kiribati, while other countries’ entry rules keep changing across the region.