Flash is so resource intensive that it isn't included in a lot of mobile devices. Flash Lite is a possibility though (Wii uses it).
I would expect a later version to include HTML5 support. MUGEN, they can update the browser via firmware or simply offer a new version of the browser in the eShop later.
The benefits of HTML5 are that it works as a replacement for Flash (so long as the site is coded for it) making it much easier on mobile devices...hell, all devices really.
As for Facebook, it used Flash for games and video. You can still use the 3DS browser for standard Facebook uses.
The rEVOLution is not being televised







