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PoliticsOct 6Puigdemont celebrates "excitedly the victory of the amnesty" and claims "the right to self-determination": "We will return to the service of our country"El ex presidente catalán afirma que la decisión del TC "pone fin" a la "represión política", reivindica "el derecho a la autodeterminación" y sólo adelanta que volverá "al servicio" de su país LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsOct 6Hundreds of thousands demonstrate across France for better educationOrganizers claimed 450,000 people marched across the country, while the Interior Ministry said 256,000. At least 488 people were arrested.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 6Why the death of Boualem Boualem will leave a large void in the entourage of Abdelmadjid TebbouneHomme de confiance du président algérien, le directeur de cabinet décédé le 5 octobre était aussi l’homme des dossiers et des écoutes téléphoniques. Son passé de magistrat en avait fait le collaborateur idéal aux yeux d’Abdelmadjid Tebboune.Jeune Afrique
PoliticsOct 6Russia drops war posts case against children’s hospice founder Moniava - ReutersRussia drops war posts case against children’s hospice founder Moniava ReutersReuters World
PoliticsOct 6Anti-ragging guidelines drawn up, State informs Kerala HCThe Division Bench of Chief Justice had previously directed the State to issue guidelines based on the draft Kerala Prohibition of Ragging (Amendment) Bill, until it was enactedThe Hindu
PoliticsOct 6Germany arrests former intelligence chief in espionage caseWashington Post World
PoliticsOct 6Sununu rattles off disagreements with Trump at New Hampshire town hallFormer Sen. John Sununu (R-N.H.) rattled off his many disagreements with President Trump at a New Hampshire town hall ahead of the November midterm elections, when he’ll face Rep. Chris Pappas (D-N.H.). In particular, Sununu criticized the president’s war in Iran and trade conflict with Canada. When asked if he would be a Republican dissenter…The Hill
PoliticsOct 6Abelardo ordered assistance for those detained for the assassination of the President of HaitiSe trata de 18 exmilitares colombianos extraditados a EE.UU. por su presunta responsabilidad en el crimen. “No pueden pagar justos por pecadores”, dijo. The post Abelardo ordenó asistir a detenidos por magnicidio del presidente de Haití appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
PoliticsOct 6Meloni's letter to be given due consideration by EU Council - sources'Sent to Commission President just two days ago'ANSA [en]
PoliticsOct 6Red-dyed diesel: What is it, and can you use the tax-free fuel?President Trump on Monday signed an order to extend the use of red-dyed diesel, but what is it?The Hill
PoliticsOct 6Trump’s Red-Dye Diesel Plan Has a Major FlawCutting fuel taxes for truckers might bring a little relief, but it won’t add any new supplies.Foreign Policy
PoliticsOct 6A judge declared Milei's decree unconstitutional, which halted the University Financing Law, and ordered its immediate applicationThe first instance ruling by Judge Martín Cormick granted the injunctions presented by the National Interuniversity Council and the UBA. It thus invalidated the part of the regulation that limited its application to the allocation of specific budget items, based on the Financial Administration Law.Clarín
PoliticsOct 6Trump blames France's unrest on "Islam that wants to take over" the countryThe North American leader attributed the disorders in France to uncontrolled migration and the influence of a specific religion. Student protests in several French cities led to clashes, with cross-political accusations about the violence.Clarín
PoliticsOct 6Vote for NDC is vote to kill APGA — OparaBy Vincent Ujumadu The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has warned its members against supporting the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), saying any vote for the opposition party would amount to a vote against APGA. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ejimofor Opara, stated this in a statement on recent political developments which, he said, required clarity […] The post Vote for NDC is vote to kill APGA — Opara appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 6Trump wants to tie transportation funds to birth ratesProposals seeking to reward areas that have above-average fertility scores by granting more money for their infrastructure projects branded ‘bizarre and dystopian’The Independent World
PoliticsOct 6Roxas Blvd drainage turns into floodwater storageTHE Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is expanding drainage systems along Roxas Boulevard in Manila to serve not only as stormwater conduits, but also as underground detention basins, Secretary Vince Dizon said on Tuesday. Dizon said the enlarged drainage system would temporarily store excess rainwater underground while five pumping stations along the Roxas Boulevard corridor draw water away from flood-prone areas. “This is part of our master plan here in Manila, where we are enlarging our drainage systems along Roxas Boulevard,” Dizon said during a project inspection. He said some sections of the new drainage system are about 2 meters wide and would extend through a long stretch of Roxas Boulevard, from the Padre Faura area toward Remedios and Kalaw. Due to limited available space of built-up areas in Metro Manila for large conventional detention basins, Dizon said the expanded drainage system would effectively serve as underground water storage. “The idea is that from Taft Avenue, our pumping stations will draw the water, but to provide additional detention, we are enlarging these drainage systems. Instead of the water remaining on the road, it will go down here and stay underground,” Dizon explained. The DPWH chief said the five pumping stations serving Abad, Remedios, Padre Faura, Harbor and Luneta are operational. The initial drainage expansion along Roxas Boulevard covers about 135 meters and has just started. The section is set for completion by the end of the year, he said. The project costs about P47 million. It said it is also enlarging drainage inlets along Roxas Boulevard so water from the road can enter the system faster. Dizon however warned that even larger drains and inlets would not work effectively if clogged. He said the DPWH was coordinating with residents and communities to keep the enlarged inlets clear. The agency is undertaking similar inlet and drainage improvements in other flood-prone areas of Metro Manila, including Estrella, G. Araneta Avenue, España Boulevard, Mother Ignacia Avenue and EDSA. Dizon said a separate underground detention basin at Rajah Sulayman Park, also in Manila, is expected to be completed by February. He said such facilities would also help the government prepare for periods of both heavy rainfall and water shortage. Meanwhile, Dizon defended the DPWH’s request for an additional P11.49 billion in its proposed 2027 budget, saying projects must meet strict documentary and planning requirements before they are funded. He said proposed projects must have complete program-of-work and planning documents, and must be consistent with local governments’ and river basins’ master plans. About P6 billion of the additional allocation would go to road improvement projects, particularly local roads, according to the top DPWH official.manilatimes · philippines
PoliticsOct 6Thousands mass in France for high school protestsPARIS — Thousands of demonstrators were assembling under heavy police surveillance across France on Tuesday, as unions and teachers joined high school students who have been demanding better conditions in protests punctuated by violent confrontations. Students have blocked the entrances to hundreds of high schools for 15- to 17-year-olds since late September, complaining of missing teachers, overloaded timetables, dilapidated classrooms and buildings that cannot cope with rising temperatures. Unions, rights groups and the children have accused the authorities of using disproportionate force — a police stun grenade tore the hand off one teenager on Monday and another youngster had his teeth knocked out after police fired a grenade launcher at his head. The unrest has erupted with just months to go before the 2027 election to choose a successor to centrist President Emmanuel Macron, with far-right veteran candidate Marine Le Pen riding high in the polls despite a graft conviction. Oceanne, 18, was among thousands of students, parents, teachers and union members marching in the country’s second-largest city of Marseille. “We just want to save out education and be educated,” the teenager, who did not give her second name, said in the southern port city. She said she had suffered from absent teachers who were either not replaced or replaced by “pointless substitutes.” Another student held up a sign complaining of long hours at school. “Timetables as packed as Le Pen’s criminal record,” it read, in a jab at the far-right presidential hopeful. In the western city of Nantes, thousands started marching on Tuesday morning behind a huge banner that read: “Schools with no money, country with no future.” The interior ministry said 86,000 had joined demonstrations so far on Tuesday, with up to 40,000 more expected to join events in Paris later. ‘Police brutality’ Earlier in the morning, some had also gathered outside high schools. In Rennes, also in western France, teacher Romain Dubourg said he and other teachers were present outside the Chateaubriand high school to show support. “With about 30 colleagues, we talked about the police brutality we’ve witnessed and decided to be there for our students if they need us,” he told Agence France-Presse (AFP). While many protests have been peaceful, some demonstrators have started fires, destroyed bus shelters or clashed with riot police. Police have responded with batons, tear gas and riot-control rounds. The government says 215 students and 715 police officers have been injured since the start of the movement. A 15-year-old lost a hand to a sting-ball grenade fired by riot officers on Monday. The government has sought to address the grievances, while accusing the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party of being behind the movement. Veteran LFI presidential candidate Jean-Luc Melenchon has strongly supported the protests, while calling for nonviolent methods. Thousands of arrests Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu’s office has called for “peaceful” gatherings. The head of the CGT labor union Sophie Binet has said its members would be there to “protect high school students.” Greens leader Marine Tondelier has urged local officials and parents to wear white and “go and protect our children during demonstrations.” Amnesty International said on Monday night the French authorities should “put an end to the disproportionate police repression seen in recent days during student protests.” “The images and testimonies widely circulated over the past week raise alarming concerns about the dangerous use of tear gas, batons and policing techniques by the police,” Amnesty’s Anne Savinel-Barras said. The police have launched 10 internal investigations into allegations of brutality since the protests started, Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said on Monday night. Since the start of the movement, 24 schools have been burned or ransacked, according to the education ministry. More than 5,000 people, 87 percent of them minors, have been arrested. Lecornu’s office said 85 teaching staff have also been injured. The premier has sought to address the issue of missing teachers and renovating buildings that are dilapidated. The government is also pushing legislation to make those responsible for damaging public property pay for repairs themselves, instead of using public funds.manilatimes · philippines
PoliticsOct 6The low-hanging fruit to address traffic congestionMOTORISTS, transport workers and commuters are in a panic once more as fuel prices increase due to the conflict in the Middle East. And as we enter the “ber” months, we can only expect traffic congestion to worsen. There are many ways we can address our transport crisis, but based on my experience, the best solutions tend to be the simplest ones. Active mobility is low-hanging fruit because it is the most direct and cost-efficient means of reducing congestion and pollution in our cities. What is active transportation? Active transportation is a collective term for all forms of human-powered mobility. This usually refers to walking and cycling, but it also includes public transportation to a certain extent. After all, commuters must walk or cycle to access transit stations. Everyone uses active transportation, even those with private vehicles. That is because walking is the most basic form of mobility; we are all pedestrians first and foremost, which is why we cannot afford to neglect it in the planning and development of cities. The right tool for the right job When planning our transportation system, we must employ the right tool for the right job. This is especially true for cities where space is limited, and people are plentiful. Walking is ideal for short distances, such as moving within central business districts or residential areas, or going to transit hubs. Meanwhile, cycling is suitable for much longer distances, depending on the terrain, weather, and other factors. Active transportation is already ideal for many basic trips that we make in our daily lives, such as going to the convenience store, grocery, bank, restaurant, café and other errands within the neighborhood. If you could walk or ride a bicycle for any of these trips, instead of driving, then you would not have to worry about traffic congestion, parking and fuel expenses. Why make life harder when there are more efficient alternatives? Car-centricism vs transport equity The problem with Metro Manila and many other cities is that our infrastructure and policies are “car-centric,” instinctively prioritizing the movement and convenience of motor vehicles. The consequence of increased automobile usage is that even the most basic of trips become excruciatingly unbearable. What could have been a five-minute drive to the mall could easily end up taking half an hour or longer — and that doesn’t even include finding parking. That is why we must exhaust all modes of transportation, starting with what is most efficient and equitable. Policy as the backbone of infrastructure Design dictates behavior, and so do infrastructure and policy. Despite the cross-cutting benefits of active mobility, such as reduced travel time and transportation expenses, improved health and wellness, and cleaner air, people will not actively choose it over private motoring unless certain conditions are met. The Netherlands-based CROW Design Manual for Bicycle Traffic outlines five core principles for urban design: cohesion, directness, safety, comfort and attractiveness. Moving people is different from transporting cargo because we must prioritize the health, wellness and safety of living beings as they travel around their city. If the global best practices are already known, why don’t more cities adopt them? That is where policy comes into play. Policy is crucial because it serves as the legal mandate and framework for the national and local governments. Without it, there would be no obligation for public officials to promote active transportation. When I was consulted for the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028, I made sure this was explicitly stated: “Pedestrians and cyclists will be accorded highest priority in the hierarchy of road users.” In other words, those with less in wheels must have more in roads. Low-hanging fruit Active transportation is low-hanging fruit because of its affordability and plentiful benefits. Compared to building a new rail line or a new expressway, improving sidewalks and bike lanes costs only a fraction in terms of time and money. Local governments can also use tactical urbanism to experiment with different setups before committing to a long-term investment. Maintenance is much cheaper because pedestrians and cyclists inflict little to no wear and tear, compared to motor vehicles. Active transportation also reduces healthcare expenses because regular exercise prevents chronic diseases. In fact, studies show that people who reside in walkable and bikeable neighborhoods live longer than those who live in car-dependent suburban areas. ‘Move people, not just cars’ During a workshop organized by political science students from Paris, I, along with other stakeholders, discussed the policy and infrastructure of cycling in Metro Manila. The findings of that event were that, although we have good policies on paper, they are not apparent in the on-the-ground reality. That is because we have a flawed definition of mobility. The root problem is that we still equate mobility with vehicular traffic, and measure our infrastructure based on the volume and speed of cars. And this is reflected in the priorities and projects of national agencies and transport departments of local government units. We need a paradigm shift, one where we measure mobility, not by vehicular traffic, but by people throughput. Until there is dignity in mobility, “move people, not just cars” remains the battle cry of urbanists, mobility advocates and frustrated commuters alike. Civic participation and government accountability Ultimately, the issue of mobility and transportation boils down to governance and civic participation. The Netherlands is a prime example with the Stop de Kindermoord movement. Long before Amsterdam and other Dutch cities became the cycling paradise they are known for today, they were no different from Metro Manila, with congested and chaotic streets filled with automobiles. However, they realized the deeper cost: If they continued building more roads for more cars, more children would get killed in vehicular collisions. As a result of the protests, the government seriously invested in active transportation to make walking and cycling safe and convenient. The Dutch are among the happiest people in the world because they do not waste their time in traffic jams. In our country, active transportation alone will not eradicate traffic congestion. But it will alleviate the problem by reducing the number of vehicles on the road and by empowering people with an additional means of mobility. Just as Rome wasn’t built overnight, we can’t expect Metro Manila to instantly transform. However, that should not deter us from striving for a better and more livable city. The question is not whether we are trying to fix things, but whether we are willing to adopt proven global practices and fight for it. That is why we need visionary leadership, good governance and strong political will.manilatimes · philippines
PoliticsOct 6Red-dyed diesel: What is it, and can you use the tax-free fuel?President Trump on Monday signed an order to extend the use of red-dyed diesel, but what is it?The Hill
PoliticsOct 6Umahi To South-East: Don’t live in denial, appreciate TinubuJohn Alechenu Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has urged Nigerians, especially South-Easterners, to acknowledge infrastructure strides under President Bola Tinubu. This was contained in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Francis Nwaze, in Abuja on Tuesday. Umahi spoke on Saturday at the 10th Anniversary of De Pinnacle Club International at the […] The post Umahi To South-East: Don’t live in denial, appreciate Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 62027: APC warns members against anti-party activitiesBy Hadiza Yusuf The All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned its members against engaging in anti-party activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. The warning was issued on Tuesday at the APC SAK Kano North 2027 programme, where party leaders urged members to remain loyal to the party and support its candidates. The APC Zonal […] The post 2027: APC warns members against anti-party activities appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 6Tens of thousands demand better education in demonstrations across FranceTens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets across France on Tuesday, as unions and teachers joined high school students who for days have been demanding better learning conditions in protests punctuated by violent confrontations.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 6France explodes again as students riot over educationVideo from France Tuesday shows protesters clashing with police and dodging tear gas as tens of thousands demand sweeping education reform nationwide.Fox News World
PoliticsOct 6Norway eyes temporary ban of smart glassesNorway's government said Monday it wants a temporary ban on the use of smart glasses in certain public places, citing privacy concerns, notably recording images without the knowledge of those filmed. The ban could apply to parks, beaches, museums, shopping centres, schools, daycare centres, healthcare facilities, gyms and public events.France 24 [en]
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