AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGlobal Publishing & Culture: Sydney Contemporary returns to Carriageworks (Sept 3-6) with 500+ artists across 33 countries, plus public artworks around the city. Arts Funding Fight: Bradford Council faces backlash after plans to scrap £400,000 in arts funding to reopen a waste tip. Maps & Representation: The UN General Assembly voted to move away from the Mercator projection toward Equal Earth, arguing it better reflects Africa’s true size. AI & Buying: A new look at how AI could help people choose wine—if retailers’ data is up to date. Book & Publishing Picks: “Publish and be damned” and a roundup of 16 new books for autumn highlight what readers should watch next. Market Pulse (India): FPIs pulled out ₹7,443 crore from Indian equities in the first week of September, citing crude oil, higher US yields, and a stronger dollar. Comics Preview: Marvel’s Black Cat #14 sends Felicia Hardy into space for a cosmic heist. Local Book/Library Life: Multiple library book sales and festivals are on the calendar, including Heritage Open Day events.
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