AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWildlife Crossings Law: Costa Rica’s Legislative Assembly unanimously approved a bill requiring wildlife-protection measures in road projects, including tunnels, underpasses, fencing, and elevated crossings where roads fragment habitats—now heading to the president for signature and publication. Pesticide Runoff: A new analysis links Costa Rica’s heavy pesticide use to chemical mixtures found in Caribbean rivers, raising the odds of toxic effects on aquatic life near plantations. AI in the Jungle: Costa Rican researchers helped deploy an AI touchscreen in the wild; capuchin monkeys learned to interact for banana rewards, showing lab-style control can work outdoors. Vape Rules Delayed: Costa Rica’s flavored vape deadline slipped again—liquids won’t be removed until Aug. 6, 2027, even though the same restrictions remain. Higher Ed Leadership: Texas Tech University named Paul Vita dean of its Costa Rica campus, starting Sept. 1. Tech & Business: Ticketplus priced its IPO at $8/share and plans to start trading Aug. 7 on NYSE American.
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