AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLocal Preservation Policy: A federal rule rewrite could weaken protections for historic properties in Massachusetts by ending required local input on federally connected projects, raising alarms for commissions like Waltham’s. Tech & Culture: Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree priced its Shanghai IPO at 150.8 yuan per share, aiming to raise 6.1 billion yuan and potentially reshape how people think about robotics at home and in factories. Science & Community: The Perseid meteor shower peaks this week, with best viewing after midnight under dark skies—no telescope needed. Health Research: A new study links microscopic changes in explanted cataract lens implants to specific materials, helping explain why some patients need lens removal. Arts & Heritage: A piece on George W. Chadwick spotlights his role in shaping an American classical music tradition. Sports & Local Feel: Basketball mourns Don Nelson, the Hall of Fame coach and former Celtics player, who died at 86. Education Watch: A higher-ed debate asks who should hold power over colleges, as admissions and standards continue to roil campuses. Immigration & Rights: Massachusetts lawmakers and advocates continue pushing back on ICE access and enforcement, including actions that affect schools and hospitals.
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