AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUNESCO Push for Local Arts: Malaysia’s MOE says it will apply to UNESCO to recognize Gendang 24 Perayaan, backing “train the trainers” so school educators can teach it. Online Hate Spotlight: Australia’s anti–First Nations hate is being mapped through analysis of three million posts, with a parliamentary inquiry asking how the internet fuels racism and violence. Digital Media & Power: India is probing whether Meta’s recommendation systems and paid promotion still qualify for “intermediary” protections—an important test for how algorithms shape what people see. Culture Diplomacy: BRICS culture ministers in Bhopal adopted the Bhopal Declaration, including cooperation on cultural property research and digital tools. National Identity Campaign: Odisha’s “Har Ghar Tiranga” rolls out Aug 9–17 with millions of flags made via women’s self-help groups. Everyday Culture Online: A Ladakh trip by a British creator goes viral for showing the region beyond tourist checklists. Community Life Tech: Akron Pulse launches as a single events hub pulling from 125+ local calendars.
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