New pact signed at COP26, expectation for the vote of the PEC of Precatório, explosion in Afghanistan leaves dead and wounded, forecast is that more than 100,000 people will pass through cemeteries in the city of São Paulo and later this Tuesday, 2nd November.
New pact at COP26
Another pact was signed today at COP26. Countries commit to reducing methane emissions by 30% by 2030. Methane is considered a super potent greenhouse gas. Brazil will adhere to this agreement. This and other discussions advance on this second day of the summit of leaders of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change, held in Scotland.
PEC of Precatório
In Brasília, the expectation is for the vote of the PEC dos Precatórios. According to the leader of the government in the Chamber, Deputy Ricardo Barros, this vote takes place tomorrow. Barros is responsible for talking with the allied bases to verify the chances of approval of the PEC that will allow the payment of the R$ 400 Brazilian Aid.
Explosion in Afghanistan
At least 25 people died and more than 50 were injured after two explosions at Afghanistan’s largest military hospital. So far, no one has claimed responsibility for the bombing, but the country’s official news agency said witnesses saw Islamic State fighters in the vicinity. Afghanistan has faced great instability since August with the takeover of power by the Taliban and the turbulent withdrawal of US troops after twenty years of occupation.
deceased’s holiday
On this holiday for the departed, more than 100,000 people are expected to visit cemeteries in the city of São Paulo. Although there is no longer a limit on visitors, cemeteries have adopted sanitary measures against Covid-19. And the use of protective masks is mandatory.
Drug against Covid-19
In Brazil, Pfizer started a series of clinical studies with an antiviral drug, administered orally. The drug showed potential to treat the new Coronavirus. There will be 29 research centers across the country to test and prove the effectiveness of the medication.
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Reference: CNN Brasil
