Announcement of names for the new government?
the elected president Lula (PT) told allies that he should announce names for the government this week. Among those listed are Fernando Haddad (PT) for Finance Minister, Marina Silva (Rede) for Environment, Simone Tebet (MDB) for Social Development and Rui Costa (PT) for Civil House. (G1)
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Journalist attacked by police during protest in China
Chinese police arrested and beat BBC journalist Ed Lawrence during one of the protests against the government's anti-Covid policies. The police said that the incident happened because Lawrence did not have a credential. The BBC said: “It is very worrying that one of our journalists was attacked in this way whilst carrying out his duties.” (BBC)
WHO changes name of Monkey Pox to 'mpox'
The World Health Organization (WHO) changed the name of Monkey Pox and it will be called 'mpox' around the world. The WHO has the authority to change the name of a disease if it becomes problematic in any language. When the outbreak began, “racist and stigmatizing statements” were seen online and some countries and individuals called for a name change, the WHO recalled. (AFP)
Lula tries to take over Transition PEC
The president-elect assumed this Monday (28) the coordination with the National Congress to try to approve the Transition PEC. The PEC makes it possible to maintain the Bolsa-Família of R$600 for 2023 and needs to be approved by December. Lula is in Brasília to participate in the meetings. (State of Mines)
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