Vladimir Putin has reiterated the threat of a nuclear attack, stating that there are uncertainties regarding the use of this weapon and warning about the risks generated by Western military activities, while claiming that Russia does not intend to attack anyone, but will respond in the event of aggression. (translated)
The number of articles that came out in international newspapers today warning about the risk of the Bolsonaro family to Brazil is enormous. The Brazilian who votes for Flávio knows that they are destroying Brazil's sovereignty. The cards are on the table. (translated)
"Carlos Viana, you are on the right. Why are you in the PSD?" "Everyone knows how challenging the work we did in the CPMI was and the political consequences that came after it. After the CPMI, most parties closed their doors to my candidacy. I was in Podemos and lost the party’s support. PL already had a commitment to another Senate candidate, and I respect that decision. In practice, I was at real risk of not even being a candidate in this election. It was when the PSD, which at that moment did not have a candidate for the Senate, managed to offer me the support. I usually say it was almost a political miracle, because without that opportunity, I probably wouldn't even be running. So my move to the PSD did not arise from a change in my convictions. It came from a very simple reality: it was the party that allowed me to continue as a Senate candidate." (translated)
Press Release: Defense statement from Antonio Tabet regarding the victory at the TSE The defense of actor, presenter, screenwriter, and comedian Antonio Tabet publicly celebrates the recent and paradigm-shifting victory in the Superior Electoral Court in favor of freedom of criticism, opinion, expression of thought, and religion. In judging the case, the TSE Collegiate overturned the concerning initial decisions made by Minister André Mendonça, which risked direct censorship of absolutely true content, humorous expressions, and, even more alarmingly, prayers and requests for blessings to Our Lady Aparecida. In line with the arguments upheld by this Defense from the beginning, the Electoral Court concluded the obvious; that is, it is not lawful for the State to censor factually true content; it is not lawful to censor prayers and acts of faith; it is not lawful to censor opinions or humor. The corrective action of Justice, expressed in the order to exclude content, should be strictly and exclusively limited to publications that are objectively false. We take this opportunity, in respect for the loyalty of public debate and to leave no doubts, to reiterate that: the legislative initiative to remove Our Lady Aparecida from the status of Patroness of Brazil is not authored or proposed by candidate Flávio Bolsonaro. On the other hand, it is a fact that allies (political and religious) of Flávio Bolsonaro publicly defend and promote such an initiative and, in public and notorious cases, promote attacks against institutions linked to the Catholic Church. The free scrutiny of the network of relationships of public figures is a pillar of democracy and cannot be silenced. Furthermore, let this October, the month of Our Lady Aparecida, be the time for the Brazilian people to make their own judgment. Lucas Mourão André Matheus Rodrigo Rollemberg (translated)
"Regardless of the scenario that will unfold globally in the coming years, the continuation of international conflicts is, unfortunately, very likely. This is partly due to the fact that fundamental changes in progress — and the opportunities they provide — are fueling ambitions and the desire to take risks in hopes of seemingly huge gains.” Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the probability of international disputes continuing is very high as the world changes, but that the situation will improve with the decline of what he called "Western hegemony," Reuters reports. (translated)
Andrea Stroppa, considered Elon Musk's man in Italy, risks trial for vehicular manslaughter after hitting and killing an 18-year-old in Rome while driving at twice the speed limit, even though the boy had crossed with a red light. (translated)
The prosecutor of Reggio Calabria, Giuseppe Borrelli, warns that the Nordio reform could triple the time for the adoption of precautionary custody orders due to the need for a collegiate judge, putting the efficiency of judicial offices at risk without an adequate increase in resources. (translated)
“Systemic risks to market stability are increasing” Also read Lagarde shakes finance on AI: “Systemic risks to market stability are increasing” (translated)
"We know that there are certain infections to which we are exposed throughout life that can lead to an increased risk for certain types of cancer," said Dr. Joshua Cohen, medical director of the Gynecologic Cancer Program at City of Hope Orange County in Irvine, California, who did not participate in the study, explained that certain infections can increase the risk of developing certain forms of cancer. (translated)
"Some were quite dangerous. The residual risks have increased now." Australian Andrew Graham and guide Prem KC said they crossed more than 15 landslides after deciding to return from the village of Manang. (translated)
The NYT points to interference from the Trump government to favor Flavio. This should be enough for Brazilians to be worried. The tone of the report is one of fear of looting and plundering the country's wealth. This would happen for decades. I have an opinion at the end. What the NYT claims, in summary: The newspaper states that it has not openly endorsed any candidate, but that the American government is trying to favor Flávio Bolsonaro against Lula. The text cites, as examples of these measures, tariffs, sanctions against Brazilian authorities, the designation of PCC and Comando Vermelho as terrorist organizations, and questions about electronic voting machines. Brazilian authorities, diplomats, and electoral technicians interviewed by the newspaper (many anonymously) say that Brazil is setting up a “barrier” to reduce the risk of interference: monitoring foreign lobbying and disinformation, responding to fraud allegations, and discussions with countries in Europe, Asia, and others about a joint reaction after the election. Lula, at the UN and in campaign propaganda, accused the Trump government of interfering to “colonize” Brazil and take its natural resources. The newspaper emphasizes that it is unclear whether this push helps Flávio. In a close contest, a nudge from Trump could decide, but it could also provoke an anti-Trump reaction and increase the vote for Lula, as the NYT says happened in Canada and Australia. The article has a tone of fear, in Brazil, that something similar to what Trump did in other countries could be repeated, coupled with American measures that the newspaper interprets as favorable to the right. All in all: within what the NYT itself can do, the pressure from the Trump government on the press is systematic, it's a big alert. However, I think Brazilians still do not grasp the magnitude of what lies ahead. There will be decades of political, economic, democratic, and social backsliding. Many do not want to hear it. They are mistakenly convinced otherwise. The plundering will run rampant and there will be no one to investigate. (translated)
Today the Minister for Civil Protection, Nello Musumeci, referring to areas at hydrogeological risk, said: "The State no longer has the money to finance all the reconstructions, that season is over. We will necessarily have to live with the risk." (translated)
The economic crisis forces Volkswagen to cancel ten collective agreements, putting at risk the agreements on compensation, vacation, and working hours and triggering resistance from the unions. (translated)
The current electoral confrontation has transcended "class hatred" and turned into an existential fight, where the loser will be at the mercy of the winner. There is a serious risk of criminal accountability, as Vorcaro's phone shows. There are important people defending themselves with human shields (journalists). (translated)
Kassab has only one chance not to be PULVERIZED from politics: to allow Caiado to support TODAY and with Zema the right, that is, Flávio. Otherwise, he risks becoming insignificant depending on the electoral surprise on Sunday. (translated)
The market has changed the spread: now the risk runs from Paris. French government bonds yield more than Italian Btp bonds. Paris is dealing with an out-of-control deficit and political paralysis. (translated)
A study reveals that the Setúbal Peninsula faces a risk of imbalance between the supply and demand for water, suggesting that water reuse and measures for water efficiency are essential to mitigate this problem. (translated)
The Minister of Civil Protection, Nello Musumeci, stated that the State no longer has the resources to finance all the reconstructions, emphasizing the need to address the risk related to earthquakes and urging for greater awareness from the European Union. (translated)
Many residents affected by the weather events in Costa da Caparica and Porto Brandão, in the municipality of Almada, will not be able to return to their homes due to recommendations from experts indicating areas of very high risk and the need for permanent evacuation. (translated)
Avete messo a rischio la vostra vita per salvare gli altri e avete evitato una terribile tragedia“Avete messo a rischio la vostra vita per salvare gli altri e avete evitato una terribile tragedia”, ha affermato il presidente di Israele Isaac Herzog che ha elogiato l’eroismo dei suoi connazionali. #FlyDubai #Eroismo #IncidentiAerei
