AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUSMNT Coaching Shake-Up: Mauricio Pochettino has signed a new four-year deal with U.S. Soccer, resetting expectations after a World Cup run that mixed euphoria with a tough Belgium exit. Film & Festival Buzz (Costa Rica connection): Bendita Film Sales picked up worldwide rights to Costa Rica-shot dystopian thriller “Love Is the Monster,” starring Paulina García, ahead of TIFF. TIFF Lineup Expansion: Toronto’s Centrepiece, Wavelengths, and TIFF Classics add 60+ titles, including festival standouts “La Gradiva” and “Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty!” Local Arts/Science Spotlight: Costa Rica researchers are using AI touchscreen tests in the wild forest with capuchin monkeys—plus a separate report on AI-powered primate intelligence trials. Tourism & Culture (GAM): Marriott highlights Costa Rica’s Greater Metropolitan Area as a business-and-leisure “bleisure” hub, pointing to museums, volcanoes, and food experiences. Sports (Costa Rica in the mix): Serena and Venus Williams return to doubles at Cincinnati via wildcards, while MLS power rankings and Leagues Cup coverage keep the spotlight on the region’s football scene. Wildlife Protection Push: Costa Rica launches a campaign to stop tourists from extracting wildlife.
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