Four rallies are planned from October 14 to 16 in efforts to pressure the government to stop investments in fossil fuels. On 10/14, demonstrators will gather in Trafalgar Square. Two protests will occur at the Tate Modern Garden on 10/15. On 10/16, a protest will be at the Reformers’ Tree in Hyde Park. Thousands are expected to attend the protests.
Medical intern workers will stage a protest and strike in Paris, France on October 14. The National Inter-Union of Interns, among other affiliated unions, will oppose the government’s plan to allow universities to add another year of internship for medical students. The protest will take place outside the Ministry of Health at 2:00 PM. Traffic disruptions in the area are likely. Medical appointment cancellations are expected.
On October 9, the Eventim Apollo in London, England was evacuated due to a suspicious object being found during the concert of an Iranian activist. The area has not yet been cleared since security officials are still investigating the incident.
On October 7, demonstrators outside of the City Hall in Paris, France gained access to the building. The protest was organized to demand better treatment of migrants and those seeking asylum. Police are currently responding to the incident. Violence between demonstrators and security forces may occur.
A protest by the far-right political party, Alternative for Germany (AfD) will take place in Berlin, Germany on October 8. The protesters will gather at Republic Square at 1:00 PM. They will then march through the government district, the historic center, and to the Russian embassy, before finishing with a rally back in Republic Square. Counter-protests by those opposed to the AfD are expected. Clashes between the rival groups, or with local police, are possible.
The United States issued a new directive on October 6 for travelers from Uganda. Due to the recent Ebola outbreak in Uganda, travelers will now be directed to several airports to be screened for signs of the virus. These airports are: Washington-Dulles International; Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta; Newark Liberty International; JFK International; Chicago-O’Hare International. While there are no known Ebola cases in the US, medical officials are remaining alert.
Travel disruptions are expected at the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands for the coming months. This is due to a staff shortage caused by a staffing layoff made during the Covid-19 pandemic. Further strain from the up-take in travel after Covid restrictions were lifted has caused the airport to cut their number of flights. The disruptions are likely continue for the foreseeable future.
A kidnapping attempt took place at Zapopan’s Plaza Andares in Guadalajara, Mexico on October 2. Military forces were deployed to the mall, which led to a shoot-out with the criminals. At least one person was killed and six more were injured. More police officers have since been deployed to the vicinity to deter further criminal activity. Heightened security in the area is expected for the coming days.
On October 3, Hurricane Orlene made landfall in Mexico as a Category 1 storm. 85 mph winds were reported in Nayarit and Sinaloa states. The hurricane will weaken into a tropical storm after it crosses southern Sinaloa and western Durango states on early October 4. Landslides and flooding are likely result from heavy rain.
Rail workers of the National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport have begun nationwide strikes across much of the United Kingdom. The strikes will take place on October 1, 5, 8, and 10. The strikes were organized in order to demand better wages. Railway delays and cancellations are expected in many cities across England and Scotland throughout early October.
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