AGP Executive Report

Sports & Community Pride: FIVB Volleyball Empowerment funding helped Scotland, San Marino and the Faroe Islands medal at a zonal women’s volleyball championship in Andorra la Vella, with San Marino’s Federazione Sammarinese Pallavolo receiving USD 147,000 for coaching support and USD 51,500 for equipment. Travel & Microstate Access: New Manchester-to-Rimini Ryanair routes are making San Marino feel closer than ever—direct bus travel puts it within about 45 minutes—while the same route network highlights other microstates like Luxembourg and Liechtenstein. Culture in San Marino (California): The Huntington Library in San Marino is gearing up for America’s 250th with rare Declaration of Independence printings and a July 4 opening, plus a THIS LAND IS … Community Festival featuring talks, music, kite flying, and hands-on art. Local Lifestyle Spotlight: A San Marino resident’s children’s book, The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot, turns a rescued parrot’s story into a feel-good read about belonging. Gardens to Visit: A quick guide rounds up San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens—Guaita, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower, and Montale Tower—each with its own views and vibe.

San Marino Culture & Lifestyle: The Huntington in San Marino is celebrating America’s 250th with “This Land Is …,” featuring two rare, annotated July 1776 printings of the Declaration of Independence plus Woody Guthrie’s guitar (“This Machine Kills Fascists”), and a July 4 open-house day that runs 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Community Arts: The same San Marino venue hosts a “THIS LAND IS … Community Festival” on June 28 with music, storytelling, film screenings, kite-flying, and hands-on textile dyeing—an upbeat mix of celebration and reflection. Local Gardens: A guide to San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens spotlights Guaita, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower, and Montale Tower as easy escapes for history lovers and nature fans. Human Stories: A San Marino retiree and former judge shares the heartwarming tale of Herman, a rescued parrot chick, in a rhyming children’s picture book aimed at helping kids feel they belong. Global Life & Policy: A new look at fertility divides maps where countries sit above or below replacement levels, with big knock-on effects for aging, work, and migration. Travel & Work: Canada’s International Experience Canada program is expanding repeat work-permit access for young adults, and the UAE keeps rolling out easier entry rules for citizens of many countries.

Tech & Telecom Regulation: Two Blokes Talking Tech (2 July) breaks down “Sender ID” and why Australia’s ACMA rules are pushing telcos to update coverage maps so customers get consistent information. Local Heritage & Community Memory: A look back marks The Union Democrat’s 172-year run in Gold Rush Tuolumne County, tracing how early local politics and publishing shaped daily life. Gardens & Lifestyle: Farm Party’s volunteers keep tending a hidden orchard above the 110 Freeway, spotlighting community gardening, regenerative agriculture, and the joy of meeting fellow plant people. Citizenship & Identity: Senator Sasha Renée Pérez reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court upholding birthright citizenship, framing it as a unifying win for a diverse nation. Culture at San Marino’s Huntington: The Huntington hosts “THIS LAND IS …” with music, kites, storytelling, and film—an America 250 festival that blends celebration with reflection on land and history. Nature & Belonging: A San Marino resident’s children’s book, “The Adventures of Herman,” follows a rescued parrot and aims to help kids feel more confident about who they are. Travel & Access: A guide lists visa-free entry options for the UAE and notes multiple countries can use easier entry rules, including visa-on-arrival pathways. Public Safety & Privacy: A report on Flock Safety’s rapid camera expansion highlights growing city pushback over unauthorized data access and contract violations. Global Demographics: A data-driven explainer maps how fertility rates are splitting the world into countries with too few births versus fast-growing populations.

Community & Culture: The Huntington in San Marino hosts “THIS LAND IS …” with a THIS LAND IS … Community Festival (performances, storytelling, artmaking, film) and a related exhibition running through Jan. 11, 2027. Local Gardens & Lifestyle: Farm Party’s volunteers are tending a hidden orchard on the Figueroa Street Tunnels—an invite to garden, meet plant people, and build compost with community partners. Civic Identity & Rights: Senator Sasha Renée Pérez reacts to the U.S. Supreme Court upholding birthright citizenship, framing it as a unifying win for a diverse nation. Nature & Belonging: A San Marino resident’s retirement project turns a rescued parrot chick’s story into a rhyming picture book aimed at helping kids feel they fit in. Travel & Entry Rules: Canada’s IEC program offers repeat work-permit access for eligible young adults, and the UAE expands visa-free/visa-on-arrival options for many nationalities. Global Lens: A fertility divide is reshaping aging, labor, and migration patterns worldwide. Tech & Privacy: Flock Safety’s camera network tops 100,000 units as more cities cancel contracts over data-sharing and access concerns.

Local Politics & Rights: Senator Sasha Renée Pérez backed the U.S. Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship ruling, calling it a win for a diverse America and warning against political attempts to “shut the door” on citizenship. Community & Culture: The Huntington in San Marino is hosting a THIS LAND IS … Community Festival on June 28, mixing performances, storytelling, artmaking, film, kite-flying, and a talkback tied to the exhibition “This Land Is ….” Arts & Heritage: A rare authenticated Holt broadside printing of the Declaration of Independence is set to be displayed at Cincinnati Museum Center—only the second time it’s left storage. Lifestyle & Travel: A San Marino resident’s retirement project, a rhyming picture book about a rescued parrot, is finding its way into classrooms and homes. Outdoors & Places: A guide highlights San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens, from Guaita and Cesta to Montale. Global Watch: A data-privacy controversy grows as Flock Safety’s camera network tops 100,000 units while dozens of cities cancel contracts over unauthorized access.

Local Culture Calendar: The Huntington in San Marino hosts “THIS LAND IS … Community Festival” on June 28, with performances, storytelling, artmaking, film screenings, and a talkback tied to the exhibition “This Land Is …” running through Jan. 11, 2027. Community & Identity: A San Marino resident and retired judge, Rand Rubin, shares the story behind his rhyming picture book “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” inspired by a rescued parrot chick that never flew—now a classroom favorite. Gardens & Slow Travel: A quick guide to San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens—Guaita Garden, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower Garden, and Montale Tower Garden—spotlighting views, history, and native plants. Sports & Youth: Bangladesh’s youth and sports minister Aminul Haque told MPs the Bangladesh Cricket Board is pushing long-term batting development through age-group training, high-performance pathways, and tech-based performance analysis. Lifestyle & Travel Deals: A roundup of travel inspiration includes a San Marino tourism plug (with the “novelty passport stamp”) plus ideas for trips to Andorra and Luxembourg. Business & Fashion: Lyle & Scott’s growth in Italy is tied to San Marino-based Interjeans, with the group reporting €39m turnover for 2025 and a focus on retailer partnerships over flagship stores. International Sports Note: In tennis, Armenia beat Azerbaijan 3-0 in the Billie Jean King Cup (in San Marino, Italy), while Armenia later edged San Marino 2-1 in the Boys’ Davis Cup group.

Youth & Sports: In San Marino’s wider cultural-news orbit, Bangladesh’s youth and sports minister Aminul Haque told MPs the Bangladesh Cricket Board is pushing a long-term plan to fix recurring batting failures, from age-group coaching to the High Performance unit, using experienced staff plus technology-based training and monitoring. Public Safety & Privacy: A U.S. accountability fight is heating up as Flock Safety’s license-plate camera network tops 100,000 units, while dozens of cities cancel contracts over alleged data-sharing violations and unauthorized federal access. Culture & Community Events: The Huntington in San Marino is hosting “THIS LAND IS …” with an all-day community festival—music, storytelling, artmaking, film screenings, and kite flying—alongside a related exhibition running through Jan. 11, 2027. Local Travel & Lifestyle: A quick guide highlights San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens—Guaita, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower, and Montale—spotlighting views, history, and seasonal charm. Sports (Regional): Armenia’s women’s tennis team opened the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino, beating Azerbaijan 3-0, while Armenia also edged San Marino 2-1 in the Davis Cup boys’ Group 4.

Tech & Privacy: Dayton, Ohio covered Flock Safety cameras with black bags after disputes over license-plate data access; the company now says it has topped 100,000 cameras nationwide even as 53+ cities in 20 states have canceled or rejected contracts over alleged data-sharing and unauthorized federal access. Culture & Community: The Huntington in San Marino is hosting its THIS LAND IS … Community Festival on June 28—music, kite-flying, storytelling, film screenings, and a talkback tied to the America 250 theme of land and belonging. Local Travel & Lifestyle: A guide spotlights San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens—Guaita, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower, and Montale—mixing history, views, and seasonal color. Work & Mobility: San Marino is listed among countries whose citizens can get Canadian International Experience Canada work permits multiple times (up to two participations, with age rules). Sports & Pride: Armenia’s women’s tennis team began the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino, beating Azerbaijan 3-0; meanwhile Armenia beat San Marino 2-1 in the Boys’ Davis Cup Group 4.

San Marino Culture & Community: The Huntington in San Marino is hosting a summer Sunday community festival, “THIS LAND IS …,” with music, kite-flying, storytelling, artmaking, and film—plus a talkback tied to artist-activist Nobuko Miyamoto—running June 28 alongside a related exhibition through Jan. 11, 2027. Local Lifestyle Picks: A new guide spotlights San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens, from Guaita Garden near the towers to Liberty Square’s landscaped cultural hub and Montale Tower Garden’s quieter views. San Marino in the World (Mobility): Canada’s International Experience Canada program is letting early-career workers from multiple countries—including San Marino—apply for work permits more than once, with age limits and participation caps varying by nationality. Global Health & Water: A data-driven map shows where safely managed drinking water is still out of reach, highlighting huge gaps between wealthy regions and lower-income countries. Arts & Entertainment: HBO Max shared a trailer for “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,” a Big Bang Theory spinoff premiering July 23. Sports (San Marino connection): Armenia’s women’s tennis team began the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino, while Armenia also beat San Marino in the boys’ Davis Cup Europe Zone group.

Arts & Community: The Huntington is hosting “THIS LAND IS …” on June 28, a full-day San Marino–linked celebration of American land and identity with music, dancing, storytelling, film screenings, kite flying, and hands-on bandana dyeing—running alongside a related exhibition through Jan. 11, 2027. Public Health Data: A new global map highlights where safely managed drinking water is still out of reach, noting that over 2 billion people worldwide lack it at home, even as access nears universal levels in many wealthy regions. Immigration & Work: Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) program is expanding repeat work-permit access for early-career workers from multiple countries, including San Marino, with participation limits varying by nationality. Travel & Entry Rules: The UAE continues to broaden easier entry for visitors, with visa-free access for citizens of about 70 countries and additional visa-on-arrival options for others. Local Culture & Leisure: A guide rounds up San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens—Guaita, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower, and Montale—spotlighting views, history, and seasonal color. Sports & Community Spotlight: Armenia’s women’s tennis team kicked off the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino, while the Boys’ Davis Cup Group 4 saw Armenia beat San Marino 2-1. Lifestyle & Business: San Marino-based Interjeans reports momentum for Lyle & Scott in Italy, pointing to steady growth and a refined, cross-generational retail strategy.

San Marino Culture & Travel: A new guide spotlights San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens, from Guaita Garden near the towers to Liberty Square’s landscaped cultural hub and Montale Tower Garden’s quieter, native-flora escape—perfect for slow walks and photos. Arts & Community: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin shares the story behind his rhyming children’s picture book, “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” inspired by a rescued parrot chick that never flew but became a lasting symbol of belonging. Sports (San Marino in the spotlight): Armenia’s women’s tennis team opened the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino, while the Davis Cup Boys’ Group 4 Europe round saw Armenia beat San Marino 2-1. Lifestyle & Entertainment: HBO Max released a trailer for “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe,” a Big Bang Theory spinoff premiering July 23, with Stuart Bloom and Denise reuniting in an apocalyptic multiverse. Local Living (San Gabriel Valley): A major warehouse fire continues to drive unhealthy air and emergency measures across South Pasadena, San Marino, and nearby communities.

Local Culture & Travel: San Marino’s hilltop gardens are getting a spotlight, with guides to Guaita, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower, and Montale Tower—each framed as a mix of views, history, and seasonal charm. Sports & Community: Armenia’s women’s tennis team kicked off the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino with a 3–0 win over Montenegro, while Armenia also beat San Marino 2–1 in the Boys’ Davis Cup Group 4. Travel Practicalities (Europe): The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is rolling out across Schengen airports, and Heathrow is warning of longer queues and missed flights—though San Marino passport holders are listed among those exempt. Arts & Books: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin’s rhyming picture book, “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” follows a rescued parrot and aims to help children feel more confident about who they are. Lifestyle & Leisure: A cycling travelogue highlights Hotel Dory in Italy as a top base for riders, with day-by-day impressions and local hospitality. Public Health (US): A Boyle Heights warehouse fire continues to drive unhealthy air across the San Gabriel Valley, including San Marino, with advisories extended and parks closed.

Travel & Borders: Europe’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) is already causing delays and missed flights, but some travellers can skip it—EU nationals and specific countries including San Marino are listed among the exempt groups, so plan extra buffer time if you’re heading to Schengen this summer. Culture & Leisure: A fresh guide spotlights San Marino’s hilltop gardens—Guaita, Liberty Square, Cesta Tower, and Montale—mixing history, views, and seasonal color for an easy weekend wander. Local Creativity: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin shares the story behind his rhyming picture book, “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” inspired by a rescued parrot that never flew but became a symbol of belonging. Sports (Regional): Armenia’s women’s team kicked off the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino with a 3-0 win over Montenegro, while Armenia also beat Azerbaijan earlier in the group. Business & Fashion: San Marino-based Interjeans reports momentum as Lyle & Scott grows in Italy, with a focus on refined sportswear and multi-retailer distribution.

Local Culture & Books: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin turns a rescue story into a children’s picture book, The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot, about a parrot chick he hand-raised—now helping young readers feel more confident. Travel & Lifestyle: A guide rounds up San Marino’s prettiest hilltop gardens, from Guaita and Cesta to Montale and Liberty Square, mixing history, views, and seasonal charm. Arts & Community: Collenette School of Dancing in San Marino marks its 100th anniversary, with third-generation owner Emily Bratmon reflecting on tradition and passing the craft to new generations. Sports (San Marino in the spotlight): Armenia’s women’s tennis team won Billie Jean King Cup matches in San Marino, while Armenia also beat San Marino in the Davis Cup boys’ group. Travel Rules: Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing delays, but San Marino passport holders are listed among those exempt—useful for planning summer trips.

Culture & Community: Collenette School of Dancing in San Marino is celebrating its 100th anniversary, with third-generation owner Emily Bratmon keeping the tradition alive—right down to the chalk “pond” games that once inspired her as a child. Travel & Borders: Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing delays at airports, but some travelers may be exempt—explicitly including San Marino—so queues could be avoidable for eligible passengers. Local Lifestyle Safety: A major Boyle Heights warehouse fire has kept smoke affecting South Pasadena, San Marino, Highland Park and more, with particle pollution advisories extended and guidance focused on staying indoors, using air purifiers, and wearing N95/P100 masks if needed. Sports (San Marino link): Armenia’s women’s tennis team won 3–0 in San Marino, while Armenia’s boys’ Davis Cup team beat San Marino 2–1. Tech/Space Curiosity: A new installment of “Beyond Fermi’s Paradox” turns to the big question: what happens if we actually make contact?

San Marino & Travel Policy: The EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) is rolling out across Schengen airports, bringing extra queues and delays—but there’s a clear exemption list that includes San Marino (along with Andorra and Monaco), meaning some travelers may be able to avoid the longest lines. Local Culture & Community: In San Marino, the Collenette School of Dancing is celebrating its 100th anniversary, with a third-generation leader keeping the tradition alive through performances and a family-style approach to ballet training. Business & Fashion: San Marino-based Interjeans says Lyle & Scott is gaining momentum in Italy, now driving a major share of wholesale revenue and targeting steady growth. Sports (San Marino in the spotlight): At the Billie Jean King Cup in San Marino, Armenia beat Montenegro 3–0 and advanced after strong group results.