A security operation occurred in western Sao Paulo, Brazil on September 29. Four criminals were confronted by police and engaged in a shootout. The criminals then escaped into Pingu’s English School-Jd Bonfiglioli, were they took several hostages. They eventually surrendered after a three and a half hour stand off. The area around the school is closed due to the ongoing police investigation.
The Rainbow Rights activist group is protesting against the far-right political parties’ conference at the International Convention Centre in Sydney, Australia from October 1 to October 2. Hundreds to a few thousand people are expected to attend the demonstrations.
A bomb scare was reported on Chambers Street in Edinburgh, United Kingdom at 11:00AM on September 27. An unidentified suspicious package was sighted; emergency services were notified and a bomb disposal truck arrived at the scene at 12:00PM. Police are conducting operations. The streets were temporarily cordoned off, causing travel delays and traffic diversions.
Heavy rain and thunderstorm warnings have been issued for multiple provinces across central and eastern Ecuador, as well as the northern coasts. The storms are forecast through at least September 25. This is likely to cause some electronic disruptions. Flooding and landslides are possible, which may require evacuations. Any flooding is likely to impact travel if roadways and bridges become impassable.
As of September 23, the Popular Front of India (PFI) are holding ongoing ‘hartal’ protests across the Kerala and Karnataka regions, southwest India. This is in opposition to the arrest of numerous members for alleged terrorism links. Violent clashes between protesters and police have occurred across the regions. Protesters have also vandalised state-owned vehicles, which has resulted in civilian injuries. The violence is expected to last for at least the entire day.
A student protest is planned in Thessaloniki, Greece at 7:30 PM on September 22. The demonstration will occur at Agia Sofia Square. Students throughout Greece have been protesting the deployment of police officers to university campuses since September 17. Police have forcibly dispersed these demonstrations by using tear gas and water cannons.
A magnitude 7.6 scale earthquake struck Michoacán, Mexico on September 19. The earthquake has reportedly killed at least two people and caused infrastructure damage to coastal areas. A tsunami threat has thus been issued for these areas in Michoacán for the coming days. Waves as high as 10 feet are predicted, and could cause further major damage and loss of life.
A stabbing attack occurred in Leicester Square, London, United Kingdom on September 16. Two police officers were injured in the assault. The suspect was arrested and a significant law enforcement presence is still present around the area. The cause of the attack is unknown, though it is not believed to be related to the Queen’s death or to be an organized act of terrorism.
The Spanish State Meteorological Agency have issued weather warnings across northeastern and eastern Spain, as well as the Balearic Islands through at least September 17. Thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning, and heavy rain are expected. This may result in flooding and landslides, causing travel disruptions and cancelled transport services. Power outages are also expected.
Protestors are planning to gather in Paris, France on September 17 at Place du Palais Royal at 2:00 PM. They will then march to Place Falguière at 3:00 PM. The protest is organized by various yellow vest organizations regarding a variety of issues, and demonstrators are demanding the resignation of President Emmanuel Macron.
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