AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push vs Local Opposition: American Samoa leaders and Greenpeace activists confronted NOAA’s Okeanos Explorer in Pago Pago Harbor, warning that mapping and radon research could feed a federal deep-sea mining plan for millions of acres near the territory. Policy Fight in Congress: The House Rules Committee blocked Guam Delegate James Moylan’s bid to keep seabed mining out of FAST-41 expedited reviews, while a separate push would auction federal seabed-mining leases near American Samoa. Regional Science for Fisheries: Western Pacific scientists will meet in Honolulu to review science-led changes to American Samoa large-vessel rules around Rose Atoll and to set bottomfish catch guidance for 2027–2030. Youth Tech & STEAM: The Foeoletini Foundation wrapped its PITA Jr. Summer Bootcamp, bringing STEAM and robotics exposure to 10–12-year-olds as part of a prevention-focused program. Digital Safety & Scams: A multistate settlement requires Meta to add teen-focused safety limits and age tools, while Pacific cybersecurity experts warn of AI-fueled online shopping scams and urge stronger protections. Connectivity Cost Snapshot: A new study ranks the UK 46th for average mobile broadband data cost, highlighting how plan pricing and limits vary widely.
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