AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 minutes agoExtreme Heat Alert: Arizona issued an extreme heat warning for 10 counties, with highs up to 114°F, urging residents to limit outdoor activity and hydrate often. Climate Perception Gap: A new survey graphic finds people often underestimate how much others view climate change as a serious threat—suggesting public support for action may be stronger than assumed. Bolivia Protests Update: Former President Evo Morales and allied federations announced a pause in remaining road blockades in Cochabamba’s Tropic region amid the government’s state of exception. Wildlife Research (Amazon): A long-running camera-trap study sheds new detail on the Amazon’s “ghost dog” (short-eared dog), finding it may be more common than feared but still tied to protected forests. Water & Climate Planning (Amazon): A new study maps Amazon upslope corridors that could help species move to cooler habitats as warming accelerates. Critical Minerals & Indigenous Rights: Reporting highlights how U.S. Defense spending on critical minerals has surged, while Indigenous communities warn that mining approvals often move ahead without meaningful consultation or environmental safeguards. BRICS Diplomacy: BRICS marked its 20th anniversary in Moscow, with Bolivia among attending delegations and a stated focus on resilience, sustainability, and climate action. Bolivian Air Crash: A Bolivian Air Force aircraft crash in Cochabamba killed six people, with an investigation launched into possible mechanical or weather causes.
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