World news digest of January 24, 2022
World news digest of January 24, 2022: some news around the world, in short…
Canada stands up for its auto industry against U.S. electric vehicle tax credits
The United States wants incentivize electric vehicles produced on its soil. But Canada wants to defend the interests of its automotive industry against American protectionism.…
The U.S. officially removed the FARC from terrorist list
The U.S. removed the FARC from the list of foreign terrorist organizations to be able to cooperate with former members turned politicians. The president of Colombia respect the decision but would have preferred another one.…
Clashes during water shortage protests, Iran blames malicious outsiders: The U.S.
Some protests about water shortage in Iran led to clashes between the police and protestors. Authorities blame malicious outsiders: the United States.…
Chile cancels deal with Chinese Aisino over data safety and US partnership
Chile cancelled a contract with the Aisino-Mühlbauer consortium because of data safety concerns in to remain in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program.…
Turkey fears the U.S. blocks a military deal, further delaying production of tanks
Turkey found a deal with South Korea to move forward with its program to build new tanks. But the plan may change, and Turkey reportedly fears the U.S. would pressure South Korea to avoid transferring military technology.…
The U.S bans more products from Malaysia because of forced labor
With products from 4 companies currently banned entry in the U.S., only China surpasses Malaysia on suspicions of forced labor.…
Strategic cooperation between Romania and the US in the race of nuclear reactor deployment
Romania will buy small modular nuclear reactors from the U.S. The first commercial agreement of this kind. The race on SMR deployment is already on.…
U.S. draft budget does not include a consulate in Western Sahara
The draft bill for the next budget exclude funds for a consulate in Western Sahara. The U.S. has yet recognized Morocco's sovereignty to facilitate relations between the Kingdom and Israel.…
Peanut butter sandwich, chewing gum package and secret nuclear data
An American nuclear engineer and his wife have been charged with selling restricted information about the design of nuclear-powered warships. They made a deal with an undercover FBI agent.…
Understanding the Australian submarine deal: What AUKUS means for each country
What AUKUS means for China, France, New Zealand, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia…
Fake press release about Walmart gives short boost of Litecoin
A fake press release announced Walmart would accept Litecoin. The cryptocurrency's value jumped by 30% in 15 minutes before going back to normal. Another example of the volatility of digital wallets while Walmart’s stock value barely changed.…
The Philippines cancels U.S. military withdrawal
The Philippines finally decided to call back the abrogation of the Visiting Force Agreement with the United States. A withdrawal postponed three times and never acted.…
U.S. federal employees soon with Juneteenth holiday
The United States Senate unanimously passed the resolution establishing June 19 as the Juneteenth National Independence Day. This legal public holiday will commemorate the end of slavery in U.S. federal agencies.…
Philippines postpones withdrawal of U.S. troops again
The Philippines abrogated a military cooperation with the United States. But the suspension was postponed again.…
The story of Anom, the app used by criminals created by the F.B.I.
An international operation involving 16 countries used encrypted messages sent through Anom, an app secretly developed by the F.B.I.…
European countries victims of espionage by the U.S.
Denmark let the United States spy on political executives of Germany, France, Norway or Sweden between 2012 and 2014. The head of the Danish intelligence agency was dismissed in 2020 for failing to investigate indications of espionage.…
4 U.S. female runners think transgender athletes are unfair competition
After losing a lawsuit, the four girls now go to the U.S. Court of Appeal to claim transgender athletes are unfair competition. They are supported by a conservative advocacy group.…
In the U.S., get vaccinated and become a millionaire
California launched a lottery with $116.5 million in prize money to encourage people to get vaccinated. It is the largest pot in a series of money-incentive state initiatives.…
Qatar gives $500M to Palestine; The US $360M
Qatar announced it would send $500 million to help rebuild Gaza. The United States also brings $360 million, marking a turn from Trump's policy.…
The Norway‑U.S. military agreement Russia doesn’t like
Russia has been criticizing the defence cooperation agreement between Norway and the United States facilitating American military training in Scandinavia. The Arctic Council was another opportunity for Russia to be heard.…
An American rapper debuts in pro basketball in Rwanda
The American rapper J. Cole, 36, debuted a basketball professional career in Rwanda, 2 days after his latest album, “Off-season”, was released.…
Prison transfers for transgender inmates in California but progress remains chaotic in the world
As a new law in California prompted requests of prison transfer from transgender inmates, measures for improving their security and dignity is still a work in progress to find the right solution.…
What Netflix’s carbon neutrality goal doesn’t say
Netflix plans to be carbon neutral but it removes a key factor into consideration: Its users.…
Some White House staff fired for past marijuana use
Recent guidelines brought flexibility in past marijuana use, allowing to be hired at the White House. However, some recent decisions to fire staffers question their credibility.…