AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTrue-Crime Tech Buzz: Online interest in “Epstein Island” (Little St. James) surged again after fresh DOJ file releases and newly shared imagery, with Google Trends showing record search spikes and younger audiences finding the story via short-form clips. Local Environment & Health: A new reef-focused report warns that sunscreen UV filters can harm coral microalgae and worsen bleaching, noting oxybenzone bans in places including the U.S. Virgin Islands and raising questions about “reef-safe” alternatives. Housing/Finance Tech: Onity Group says it completed a deal selling reverse mortgage servicing rights tied to about 20,000 loans, shifting to a subservicing role and ending reverse mortgage origination. Infrastructure Delivery: A discussion on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act highlights EPA water-focused funding and the gap between allocations, obligations, and actual spending. Community Tech Access: AARP announced $8.3M for Community Challenge grants, including projects aimed at telehealth access and walkability—relevant to digital connectivity and aging-in-place needs. Lottery (USVI players): Powerball climbed to $396M and Mega Millions to $542M, with USVI residents able to buy tickets at licensed retailers.
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