AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOcean Science: Ocean Exploration Trust launched its final 2026 deep-sea Hawaiian expedition, mapping previously unmapped seamounts and ridges around Papahanaumokuakea and the waters southwest of the Main Hawaiian Islands, with live ROV feeds and public data release planned. Health & Community: The 14th annual Hawaii Walk & Roll to Cure ALS returned to Kapiolani Park, raising funds for care, policy, and research; Gov. Josh Green attended. Local Research: UH Mānoa received a $3.3M NIH grant to study how PFAS “forever chemicals” and microplastics may affect infant brain development, tracking 300 local families from pregnancy through the first year. Tourism & Safety: A popular Big Island sea arch, the Holei Sea Arch, collapsed, prompting NPS warnings about unstable cliffs. Sports: Jeeno Thitikul took a three-stroke lead into the final round of the LOTTE Championship at Hoakalei in Ewa Beach. Economy & Cost of Living: A new report says fewer people are booking Hawaii trips as overall travel costs rise, including new 2026 fees and higher lodging taxes.
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