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Europe 🇪🇺
Italy Faces Rare Hurricane: A rare Mediterranean hurricane that forecasters describe as a “Medicane” has swept through southern Italy, bringing with it winds of over 100kmh, heavy rain and flash flooding. So far, two people have died in the storm and one person is missing. Local mayors called the weather “unprecedented.”
Luxembourg PM's Uni Thesis ‘Mostly Plagiarised’: A media investigation revealed that almost all of the university thesis of Luxembourg Prime Minister Xavier Bettel is plagiarised. Bettel admitted the paper, which was written for his advanced diploma in public law and political science more than 20 years ago, “should have been done differently.”
Two Men Charged With Paris Anti-Semitic Killing: Two men appeared in a Paris court charged with stabbing an 85-year-old Jewish woman, Mireille Knoll, to death and setting fire to her home in 2018. The killing raised questions and sparked marches over France’s failure to quash anti-semitism.
Dutch Court Grants Ukraine Legal Control Over Crimean Artefacts: A trove of gold historical artefacts has been granted to Ukraine after Russia attempted to seek control over the treasures. They had been on loan to a Dutch museum since 2014, when Russia annexed the Crimean peninsula — a move the West deemed illegal.
Greenpeace Urges Europe to Ditch Short Flights: A Greenpeace-commissioned study revealed that more than a third of Europe’s busiest short-haul flights have train alternatives of less than six hours, which should be taken to reduce pollution. The network called upon European governments to encourage travel by train.
Middle East 🌍
Israel Keeps Palestinians Without Legal Status: After announcing it would approve 4,000 Palestinian “family unification” requests, the Israeli army in the occupied West Bank has failed to meet the hopes of dozens of undocumented Palestinians wanting legal status to travel and access basic services. Israel has controlled Palestine’s registry since 1967.
Iranian Governor Slapped at Inauguration: A regional governor of a northwestern Iranian province was slapped in the face at his inauguration by an unidentified man, who strode onto stage and was later removed by security. Brig Gen Abedin Khorram, the new governor, once served in the country’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard and was previously kidnapped by rebel forces in Syria.
Saudi Arabia 2060 Net Zero: Ahead of the UN’s COP26 climate change conference, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia declared the world’s number one oil exporter’s intention to reach net zero emissions by 2060. The kingdom will adopt a circular carbon economy approach that will plant more than 450 million trees and increase protected areas to more than 20 percent.
Cyber Attack Hits Iran Gas Stations: Iran’s online petrol distribution system fell victim to a cyber attack that left gas stations unable to provide fuel for several hours, causing subsidized fuel rates offered via smart fuel cards to double. Government leaders claim the hack was sponsored by a foreign state.
Saudi Prince Suggested Killing King: In an interview with CBS, an ex-Saudi intelligence official alleged that Mohammed bin Salman suggested killing the late King Abdullah, who died in 2015, to clear the throne for his father, who is now king. The official described MBS as a “psychopath.”
Africa 🌍
Sudan Military Coup: In Sudan, military forces have seized power in a coup, during which they arrested the prime minister. Tensions were already high after a failed coup attempt last month, born out of clashes between military and civilian groups who have shared power since 2019. The coup sparked mass protests where seven protesters were killed and 140 wounded.
Tuskless Elephants Evolve to Avoid Poaching: Years of poaching and civil war in Mozambique, during which elephants were slaughtered for their ivory tusks, has led naturally tuskless females to pass on their genes to baby elephants who will now never develop tusks. Previously, they used tusks to dig for water, peel bark from trees or defend themselves against other elephants.
Nigerian Mosque Attack: At least seventeen people were killed during an attack on a mosque in Nigeria, where gunmen suspected to be criminal gang members opened fire during early morning prayer. According to police, local security forces killed one attacker. Nigeria is currently gripped by a security crisis amid increased criminal activity by armed groups.
Cape Verde Sea Turtle Population Booms: Numbers of sea turtle nests off the coast of Cape Verde have dramatically increased over the past five years, bringing them to almost 200,000. Experts put the increase down to decreased travel during the pandemic and local conservation efforts that began 20 years ago.
Moderna to Send 110 Million Vaccines to Africa: Moderna has announced it will deliver up to 110 million doses of its Covid-19 vaccine to countries in Africa, pledging to send the first 15 million by the end of this year. The announcement comes after government leaders of several African countries alleged “vaccine apartheid” in low-income countries, accusing wealthy countries of “hoarding” vaccines.
Asia Pacific 🌏
Japanese Princess Ditches Royal Status to Marry: Japan’s former princess Mako Komuro has ceded her royal title to msrry her college sweetheart Kei Komuro, despite widespread opposition. She claims “incorrect reporting” on her now-husband has caused her post-traumatic stress. In Japan, the imperial family represents tradition and is often subject to intense scrutiny.
Thai Businesses Urge Government to Lift Alcohol Ban: Bars, restaurants and clubs in Thailand — which have been subject to pandemic-related restrictions on alcohol for the past 18 months — are urging the government to lift them as the country finally reopens its borders to fully vaccinated travelers next month. Restrictions have caused many establishments to close or left them struggling financially.
Myanmar’s Suu Kyi Denies Incitement Charges: Myanmar’s leader of the opposition Aung San Suu Kyi, who was ousted in a military coup earlier this year, has plead not guilty to charges of incitement to cause public alarm. The UN described the charges as “politically motivated.” One of her close aides was recently sentenced to 20 years in prison for treason.
Japan’s General Election Spells Political Change: Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party, which has led the country for most of the past 65 years, could risk losing its majority in this weekend’s general election due to tough competition and popularity levels damaged by the pandemic. However, analysts predict the party will likely remain in power via a coalition.
Scientists Find Dog-Sized Scorpion: Scientists at the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology in China recently discovered a fossil of a scorpion the size of a dog, which is thought to have lived on sea floors in southern China approximately 400 million years ago. The underwater predator would have used its limbs to attack and catch its prey.
Latin America 🌎
Social Media Giants Delete Bolsonaro Vaccine-AIDS Broadcast: Facebook and Instagram have deleted a live broadcast by Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, in which he claimed fully vaccinated people in the UK are developing AIDS faster than expected. The platforms said Bolsonaro’s claims violated their policy on Covid vaccines.
Brazil Senate Votes on Covid Report: Senators in Brazil have voted to support a report that recommends charging Bolsonaro over his handling of the pandemic. However, the recommendations will now be passed to prosecutor-general Augusto Aras, who’s expected to protect the president.
Colombia’s Most Wanted Drug Lord Arrested: Columbian security forces have captured Dario Antonio Usuga, leader of the Gulf Clan, the country’s largest and most powerful paramilitary group and illegal drug trafficking organization. While President Ivan Duque claims his arrest will end the Gulf Clan, analysts warn it will have little impact and could lead to more violence.
Venezuelan Students Return to In-Person Classes: Millions of students in Venezuela have returned to in-person classes after more than 18 months of school closures due to the pandemic. However, unions predict that not all teachers will return to school for fear of getting sick or due to low salaries. Children from the age of 12 are now eligible for their first Covid-19 vaccine.
Haiti’s Life-Threatening Fuel Shortages: Lastly, Unicef has warned that crippling fuel shortages affecting Haiti’s hospitals could put the lives of patients at risk. Criminal gangs in Haiti are currently carrying out roadblocks across the country during which they kidnap drivers for ransom, meaning that many truck drivers are afraid to deliver supplies.
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