AGP Executive Report

Eurovision Watch: Canada is officially joining Eurovision for a 2027 debut, with the EBU and CBC/Radio-Canada confirming the move to Bulgaria—plus a quick refresher on how the contest works (original songs, live semi-finals, then a grand final decided by public vote and juries). Arts & Culture (San Marino): The Huntington in San Marino is gearing up for its “THIS LAND IS …” summer festival on July 28, pairing performances, film screenings, and community art with a major exhibition running through Jan. 11, 2027. Local Sports & Europe: Larne captain Tomás Cosgrove says Inver Park’s UEFA inspection could decide whether Tre Fiori of San Marino come to town for the Champions League first qualifying round second leg on July 14. Classics & Community: Camerata Pacifica has announced its 2026-27 season, including world premieres and performances in San Marino alongside Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, and Los Angeles. Tech & Media: A new “Two Blokes Talking Tech” episode breaks down Sender ID and why telcos are updating coverage maps.

Eurovision Buzz: Canada is set to join Eurovision in 2027, with CBC/Radio-Canada stepping in as the newest full member and Bulgaria set to host after its 2026 win. Community Arts in San Marino: The Huntington’s “THIS LAND IS … Community Festival” lands on June 28 with performances, storytelling, film screenings, kite flying, and a talkback tied to the “This Land Is …” exhibition running through Jan. 11, 2027. Local Culture Spotlight: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin’s rhyming children’s book, “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” turns a real-life rescue into a feel-good story about fitting in. Sports & Entertainment: FIFA has suspended Nepal from international football over third-party interference in its federation, while the World Cup continues to shape pop-sports chatter and match previews. Music & History: A rare “Holt broadside” copy of the Declaration of Independence is headed to display at Cincinnati Museum Center—only the second time it’s been shown. Classical Season News: Camerata Pacifica announces its 2026-27 program with world premieres and performances including a stop in San Marino.

Obituary: Peter Hollern, raised in San Marino, California, and later an MBA graduate from USC, has died (Sept. 21, 1949–June 28, 2025). He was remembered for his love of dogs, sports, cycling, hiking, travel, and community life. Arts & Culture: The Huntington’s San Marino summer festival, “THIS LAND IS …,” brings performances, storytelling, kite flying, textile art, and film screenings tied to America’s 250th anniversary, running alongside a major exhibition through Jan. 11, 2027. Music & Performance: Camerata Pacifica announced its 2026–27 season with world premieres, including new chamber works and piano recitals, with performances planned in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Film & Pop Culture: A new profile roundup spotlights Hong Kong star Stephen Chow—his career, age, and reported net worth—keeping the spotlight on global cinema icons. Sports Governance: FIFA suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, sidelining the country from international competition until governance issues are resolved.

Obituary: Peter Hollern (1949–2025) is remembered for his life in San Marino, CA, his USC MBA, and a career in finance and entrepreneurship—along with a love of dogs, sports, cycling, hiking, travel, and punctual public transit. Arts & Community: The Huntington in San Marino hosts “THIS LAND IS … Community Festival” (June 28), pairing performances, storytelling, kite flying, and film with a broader exhibition exploring America’s 250th anniversary through “land.” Classics & Culture: A rare “Holt broadside” printing of the Declaration of Independence goes on display at Cincinnati Museum Center—only the second time it’s been shown since 2015. Music & Performance: Camerata Pacifica announces its 2026–27 season, including world premieres and concerts in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Local Creativity: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin shares his rhyming picture book “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” inspired by a rescued parrot chick. Sports Governance: FIFA suspends Nepal from international football over third-party interference in its federation.

San Marino Arts Calendar: The Huntington’s THIS LAND IS … Community Festival lands in San Marino on June 28 with performances, storytelling, artmaking, film screenings, kite flying, and a talkback tied to the Nobuko Miyamoto documentary—plus a related exhibition running through Jan. 11, 2027. Local Book Spotlight: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin’s rhyming picture book The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot turns a rescued parrot’s story into a feel-good read for kids who feel different. Sports & Culture: Camerata Pacifica has unveiled its 2026-27 season, including world premieres and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Solo Travel Buzz: A 2026 solo-travel safety ranking puts San Marino at the top spot, citing strong perceptions of safety and a low danger score. Global Entertainment Watch: Stephen Chow’s profile update is trending online, while MotoGP names CAA Sports as its new global sponsorship agency.

Tech & Accountability: Flock Safety’s AI camera network has topped 100,000 units as 53 cities across 20 states cancel or reject contracts over alleged data-sharing violations and unauthorized federal access, with critics pointing to the system’s built-in “lookup” permissions rather than one-off mistakes. Arts & Community: The Huntington’s San Marino summer Sunday turns into a full THIS LAND IS … Community Festival (performances, storytelling, artmaking, film) tied to a long-running land-themed exhibition running through Jan. 11, 2027. Culture & Exhibitions: America’s 250th anniversary is driving major museum programming, with a roundup of 13 must-see shows wrestling with the Declaration’s legacy. Fashion & Business: San Marino-based Interjeans says Lyle & Scott is gaining momentum in Italy, with the brand now driving one-third of wholesale revenue and targeting steady growth. Sports & Governance: FIFA has suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, sidelining the country from international competition until governance issues are fixed. Local Spotlight: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin’s children’s book, The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot, is finding its way into classrooms and homes.

America 250 Culture Watch: Museums across the U.S. are leaning into the 250th anniversary with a slate of major exhibitions that mix celebration with uncomfortable political and aesthetic fallout, including a Brooklyn Museum double bill pairing Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” with contemporary artists and an immersive Donald Moffett show tied to John Lewis’s impeachment-era speech. San Marino Arts & Community: The Huntington’s THIS LAND IS … Community Festival lands in San Marino on June 28, with performances, dancing, storytelling, artmaking, and film screenings—plus a documentary and talkback on artist-activist Nobuko Miyamoto, kite-flying, and bandana dyeing—running alongside the related exhibition through Jan. 11, 2027. Solo Travel Spotlight (San Marino): A 2026 solo-travel safety ranking puts San Marino at the top, citing residents’ strong sense of safety at night and the appeal of Mount Titano’s historic center. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica has announced its 2026-27 season, including world premieres and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Sports Governance: FIFA has suspended Nepal from all football activities over third-party interference in its federation.

San Marino Arts & Culture: The Huntington’s “THIS LAND IS …” Community Festival lands in San Marino on June 28, blending documentary talkbacks, folk music, kite-flying, and hands-on textile dyeing alongside its exhibition running through Jan. 11, 2027. Local Reading & Community Stories: San Marino resident and retired judge Rubin’s rhyming picture book, “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” turns a real rescue into a confidence-boosting story for kids who feel a little different. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica has announced its 2026-27 season, including world premieres and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Solo Travel Spotlight: A new solo-travel safety ranking puts San Marino at the top spot in 2026, with residents reporting strong comfort walking alone at night. Fashion & Business: San Marino-based Interjeans says Lyle & Scott is gaining momentum in Italy, with growth targets and a refined, cross-generational retail strategy. Sports & Entertainment: FIFA suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, while World Cup coverage keeps spotlighting Bosnia and Herzegovina’s next Round of 32 matchup.

Solo Travel Spotlight: San Marino tops a 2026 safety ranking for solo travelers, with nearly 90% of residents saying they feel safe walking alone at night—plus a storybook old town on Mount Titano that still flies under the radar. Classical Music in the Spotlight: Camerata Pacifica unveiled its 2026-27 season, including world premieres of new chamber works and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Fashion & Business: San Marino-based Interjeans says Lyle & Scott is driving growth in Italy, now one-third of wholesale revenue, with a focus on retailer “in-store corners” rather than flagship stores. World Cup Buzz: FIFA suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, while the tournament keeps rolling with match previews and roster updates. Sports & Culture Beyond Football: MotoGP named CAA Sports as its new global sponsorship agency, aiming to expand brand partnerships worldwide. Human Interest: A San Marino resident and retired judge published a rhyming picture book inspired by his rescued parrot, Herman, turning a personal story into a confidence-boosting read for kids.

San Marino Spotlight: A San Marino resident and retired Los Angeles Superior Court judge, Rand Rubin, is turning a real-life rescue story into a children’s book: The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot. The rhyming picture book follows Herman, a parrot chick Rubin hand-fed for weeks after finding him grounded—now a symbol for kids who feel they don’t quite fit. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica has unveiled its 2026-27 season, including world premieres of new chamber works and performances scheduled in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Sports Governance: FIFA has suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, barring the country from international competitions. Travel & Lifestyle: A solo-travel safety index puts San Marino at the top in 2026, with nearly 90% of residents saying they feel safe walking alone at night. Motorsport Business: MotoGP has named CAA Sports as its new global sponsorship agency to expand brand partnerships worldwide.

Local Arts & Community: San Marino resident and retired judge Rand Rubin turns a real-life rescue story into a children’s picture book, The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot, now reaching classrooms and young readers. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica unveiled its 2026-27 season with eight programs, including world premieres and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Sports Governance: FIFA suspended Nepal from international football over third-party interference tied to the All Nepal Football Association, keeping the ban in place until governance issues are fixed. World Cup Buzz: FIFA’s World Cup continues to churn out match previews and drama, including the confirmed Round of 32 matchup for the USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina. Solo Travel & Lifestyle: A solo-travel safety ranking puts San Marino at the top in Europe, with nearly 90% of residents saying they feel safe walking alone at night. Motorsport Business: MotoGP named CAA Sports as its new global sponsorship agency to expand brand partnerships worldwide.

World Cup Politics & FIFA: FIFA has imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal’s football federation after accusations of third-party interference, cutting the country off from international competition and FIFA funding. San Marino in the Spotlight: A solo-travel safety ranking puts San Marino at the top in Europe, with nearly 90% of residents saying they feel safe walking alone at night—storybook Mount Titano vibes included. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica unveiled its 2026-27 season with world premieres (including a mixed octet and sextet) and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Motorsport Business: MotoGP has tapped CAA Sports as its new global sponsorship agency to expand brand partnerships worldwide. Fashion & Local Industry: Lyle & Scott’s momentum in Italy is boosting the San Marino-based Interjeans group, with distribution focused on major retailers and in-store corners. Sports Culture: A World Cup round-up also highlights the Bosnia vs Qatar matchup and the tournament’s off-pitch stories—from hydration-break debate to fans’ big moments.

Local Arts & Books: San Marino resident Rand Rubin’s retirement project is already winning hearts: “The Adventures of Herman, a Very ‘Special’ Parrot,” a rhyming picture book inspired by a rescued parrot chick he nursed back to health—now a story about belonging and confidence for kids who feel a bit different. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica has unveiled its 2026-27 season, including world premieres of new chamber works and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Sports & Culture: The World Cup keeps spilling beyond the pitch, from wild fan prophecies to match previews as USA’s Round of 32 opponent Bosnia and Herzegovina is confirmed. Fashion & Business: San Marino-based Interjeans reports momentum for Lyle & Scott in Italy, with a multi-door retail strategy and steady growth targets. Travel & Lifestyle: San Marino tops a solo-travel safety ranking, with residents reporting strong comfort walking alone at night.

World Cup Buzz: USA’s Round of 32 opponent is now confirmed: Bosnia and Herzegovina, heading to Los Angeles for the July 1 match after finishing Group A with four points and a key win over Qatar. Local Sports Spotlight: San Marino’s name pops up in the World Cup build-up too, including references to the country’s own memorable international moments. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica unveiled its 2026-27 season with world premieres and performances in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Fashion & Business: Lyle & Scott is gaining momentum in Italy via San Marino-based Interjeans, with growth targets and a push toward technical sportswear. Solo Travel (San Marino): A 2026 safety ranking puts San Marino at the top for solo travelers, with nearly 90% of residents saying they feel safe walking alone at night. Motorsport: MotoGP has tapped CAA Sports as its new global sponsorship agency.

San Marino Spotlight: Solo Travel Safety: A new 2026 solo-travel ranking puts San Marino at the top for perceived safety, with nearly 90% of residents saying they feel safe walking alone at night—great news for travelers who want a calm, historic base. Classical Music: Camerata Pacifica 2026-27: The chamber collective announced an eclectic season with world premieres (including works by Niloufar Nourbakhsh and Howard Frazin) and performances scheduled in San Marino alongside Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, and Los Angeles. Fashion & Local Industry: Interjeans / Lyle & Scott in Italy: San Marino-based Interjeans says Lyle & Scott is driving growth, with a focus on refined, cross-generational styling and technical sportswear. Sports & Culture: MotoGP Sponsorship Push: MotoGP tapped CAA Sports to lead a global sponsorship drive—another sign of how entertainment and branding keep accelerating.

Classical Music in San Marino: Camerata Pacifica has unveiled its 2026-27 season, with eight programs including world premieres by Niloufar Nourbakhsh and Howard Frazin, plus performances scheduled in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, San Marino, and Los Angeles. Solo Travel Spotlight: A new solo-travel safety ranking puts San Marino at the top for 2026, with nearly 90% of residents saying they feel safe walking alone at night. Dance Milestone: The Collenette School of Dancing is celebrating its 100th anniversary, with a third-generation leader reflecting on a century of ballet training in San Marino. Motorsport & Media: MotoGP has tapped CAA Sports as its new global sponsorship agency, aiming to expand brand partnerships worldwide. Sports Culture: A roundup of racing-focused movies highlights how motorsport drama translates to film, from track action to behind-the-scenes controversy.