AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoShark-Selfie Safety: Researchers say social-media “swim with wildlife” clips are driving more shark bites, urging influencers to stop ignoring safety rules after recent attacks. Amazon Archaeology: LiDAR mapping in Brazil’s Acre points to the Aquiry civilization supporting far larger populations than expected, with thousands of ceremonial earthworks. Brazil Politics & Security: Lula launched a bid for a fourth term, promising education, healthcare and tougher action against organized crime as his campaign faces pressure from Bolsonaro’s son. Colombia Governance & Risk: A new Colombian president’s inauguration was followed by a major earthquake, reshuffling priorities amid ongoing security concerns. Jamaica Digital Safety: Jamaica’s Gender Ministry signed a contract for the JamSafe app to connect people at risk of gender-based violence with emergency help and support services. Health Research: A Georgia Southern Fulbright scholar will study how developing nations build innovation systems for public-health medicines in Brazil. Caribbean Connectivity: Digicel says it’s expanding fiber, mobile capacity and security infrastructure in Trinidad and Tobago while hiring more staff. Climate Watch: Coverage highlights a potentially “super” El Niño and what it could mean for weather extremes across the Americas.
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