AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMusic Archives: Photographer Sandejas is turning years of images of Filipino rock band Greyhoundz into a hardcover book, aiming to safeguard Philippine music history that often sits on personal hard drives. It’s the first in a planned series. Cultural Respect: HYBE’s India festival ad has drawn criticism from K-pop fans who say its contrast between Korean pop and Indian food and films reduces a diverse culture to stereotypes. Heritage at Risk: On the National Historic Preservation Act’s 60th anniversary, advocates warn that federal pullbacks could weaken protections for historic sites and public input on projects. Community Hubs: New York’s Jackson Heights is set to get its first community center, with a pool, gym, theater and programs for up to 10,000 children and local residents. Everyday Culture: New research from the Smithsonian Latino museum highlights bodegas as more than corner stores: they’re neighborhood anchors that help immigrants find familiar foods and navigate life in a new country. Workplace Design: A Bangladeshi rug factory inspired by traditional Bengali homes won a major architecture prize for its greenery and amenities, including a rooftop daycare and medical clinic for its mostly female workforce.
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