Libre News of The World Express Edition. Thursday the 31st of October 2024
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On this episode of Libre News of The World Express Edition, we explore key developments shaping headlines globally. In Canada, the government is reducing immigration levels to address housing market strain, igniting debates on immigration policy. Meanwhile, the U.S. has enacted a cybersecurity law to bolster public sector defenses against rising digital threats. Protests in Guatemala press for accountability over alleged government corruption, while Jamaica intensifies anti-gang measures in Kingston. In Brazil, the Supreme Court reaffirmed stringent penalties to curb Amazon deforestation, and Japan announced subsidies to boost domestic semiconductor production. Singapore has tightened cryptocurrency regulations to combat financial crime, while Nigeria reinforced its northern defenses amid escalating insurgent attacks. The UN warned of a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza as aid access remains limited. In Europe, new EU policies aim to eliminate single-use plastics by 2026, Sweden strengthened Baltic defenses due to Russian activity, and Greece’s firefighters battle Crete wildfires intensified by warm weather. The UK introduced support measures for small businesses amid inflation, and Germany implemented new housing policies to tackle its housing crisis. Meanwhile, Ukraine reclaimed eastern territories, and India’s Supreme Court has paused a digital privacy policy change, emphasizing the importance of data protection.
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