AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEl Niño Emergency: Ecuador has declared a nationwide “red alert” as El Niño conditions intensify, with flooding and landslides expected later this year and COEs activated across 17 provinces; the government has earmarked $650M for preparedness. Football & National Pride: Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team, closing a 21-year run with 207 caps and 125 goals, including the 2022 World Cup and Copa América titles. U-20 Women’s World Cup: Ghana’s Black Princesses named their final 21-player squad and open against Ecuador on Sept. 6 in Poland. Music Spotlight: Iron Maiden kicked off their North American “Run For Your Lives” leg in Toronto, sharing photos and a full setlist as the tour rolls into the U.S. and Canada. Arts & Craft: The annual Goshen ornament returns with St. James’ Episcopal Church as this year’s handcrafted Ecuador-made glass design. Sports Update (Ecuador): Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says Moisés Caicedo’s injury is “not a new one” after he was forced off in the club’s 4-3 win over Brighton.
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