AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDeep-Sea Science: Researchers report the largest, deepest, oldest “whale graveyard” yet in the southeastern Indian Ocean, with fossils and living communities (jellyfish, tubeworms, brittle stars) thriving on whale falls dating back 5.3 million years. Publishing & Books: A new AP report says independent bookstores in the U.S. are actually expanding again, with ABA membership up and new formats (mobile, pop-up, niche romance/fantasy) driving growth. Italy & Culture: Emma Watson, known for playing Hermione in Harry Potter, has been photographed in Venice while continuing her studies at Oxford. Arts & Museums: A debate piece argues the “crisis of the museum” is also a crisis of the white-cube model, touching politics, restitution, sustainability, leadership, and tech. Food (Italian): A quick recipe for tortellini alla panna highlights creamy, prosciutto-cotto goodness in under 30 minutes. World Cup (Sport/Media): Coverage ramps up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including commentary on politics, logistics, and fan culture.
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