AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAncient DNA & Public Health: Chilean researchers recovered fragments of variola (smallpox) DNA from naturally mummified Indigenous remains in northern Chile, offering the first ancient smallpox genomes from the Americas and new clues about the virus’ arrival and spread. Paleoclimate Shock: A capybara tooth fossil in Chile’s Atacama suggests parts of the “world’s driest” desert were much wetter millions of years ago, challenging the long-held dry-at-all-times story. Space Tech: SpaceX pushed Starship Flight 14 to Sept. 28 (from Sept. 22) with no explanation; the first orbital test is still pending approval and aims to deploy 26 Starlink V3 satellites before splashdown west of Chile. Astronomy From Chile: A newly confirmed “baby” Jupiter-size exoplanet, Elias 2-24 b, is under a million years old—so young it strains planet-formation models. AI & Policy: A new survey finds trust in AI regulation varies by region, with many people expecting job loss rather than job creation. Chile Health Milestone: Chile became the first South American country validated by WHO for eliminating dog-transmitted rabies, highlighting decades of vaccination, surveillance, and rapid post-exposure care.
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