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Olivia Acland is a journalist based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. She works primarily in print, photography and radio. She has also made 360 videos for Al Jazeera. Her regular outlets include: The Economist, BBC, Al Jazeera. She is featured on the Forbes 30 under 30 media list in 2017.
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Suspeito já esteve preso por 17 anos por série de 'audaciosos roubos em todo o Reino Unido', como a explosão de caixas eletrônicos e roubo de R$ 2,5 milhões em tratores
A suspect previously imprisoned for 17 years for a series of audacious robberies across the United Kingdom, including ATM explosions and the theft of R$ 2.5 million in tractors, is highlighted. The article provides factual details about the suspect's criminal activities.
In Sierra Leone, climate change worsens human trafficking of the poor
Human trafficking in Sierra Leone is exacerbated by climate change, with traffickers preying on the poor and vulnerable, particularly women, by offering false promises of jobs abroad. Victims often end up in forced labor and face sexual abuse. The worsening climate conditions, such as floods and mudslides, are displacing people, making them more susceptible to traffickers. Efforts to combat trafficking include undercover police operations and advocacy work, but challenges remain due to a weak justice system and corruption.
Death of a Mayor
The assassination of Alejandro Arcos Catalán, the mayor of Chilpancingo, is seen as both a murder and a warning, highlighting the severe governance issues in Guerrero. The article criticizes the lack of effective solutions from the government, particularly pointing out the unfulfilled promises of President AMLO and Governor Evelyn Salgado. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges of crime and insecurity in the region.
UAE to lease millions of hectares of land in Africa to generate carbon credits
The United Arab Emirates plans to lease 25 million hectares of land in Zambia, Tanzania, Liberia, and Zimbabwe to generate carbon credits, aiming to offset its pollution. The initiative, led by Blue Carbon, a company run by a member of Dubai’s royal family, has sparked criticism for potentially displacing local communities and being a form of greenwashing. The deals, which could generate $2.5 billion annually, are yet to be finalized. Concerns have been raised about the impact on local communities and the effectiveness of carbon offsets in combating global warming.
BP’s latest dirty secret? Oil terminal has been polluting Red Sea and coral reef for decades
An investigation reveals that an oil terminal jointly owned by BP and the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation has been illegally discharging contaminated water into the Red Sea for decades, severely impacting marine life and coral reefs. Despite BP selling its stake to Dragon Oil in 2019, pollution continues, with efforts to build a treatment plant stalled. The article highlights the environmental and public health risks, the lack of accountability from involved parties, and the broader implications for global marine ecosystems.
BP’s latest dirty secret? Oil terminal has been polluting Red Sea and coral reef for decades
An investigation reveals that an oil terminal, previously co-owned by BP and the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation, has been illegally discharging contaminated water into the Red Sea for decades, severely impacting marine life and coral reefs. Despite a clean-up contract awarded to Hydro Industries, pollution continues unabated. The article highlights the environmental and public health risks, the resilience of Red Sea corals, and the broader implications for global marine ecosystems. The Egyptian government's repression of journalists and activists is also noted, alongside international efforts to address the issue.
Vladimir Putin thanked BP’s Bernard Looney for his role in the Russian Geographical Society
Bernard Looney, the CEO of BP, serves as a trustee of the Russian Geographical Society, an influential organization chaired by Vladimir Putin. Looney, who joined the board in 2020, was personally thanked by Putin for his contributions during a virtual meeting. The society, originally founded in 1845 and revitalized by Putin in 2009, aims to preserve Russia's national identity. Looney's involvement is expected to face increased scrutiny.
You make money by finding men: DR Congo’s gold rush sex trade
In Luhihi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, the gold rush has led to a surge in sex trade, with women and girls, some as young as 14, turning to prostitution to survive. Deborah, a 17-year-old prostitute, moved to Luhihi after a gold rush began in 2020. The town, once bustling with miners and businesses, now sees fewer miners and more women struggling to find clients. The article highlights the dire conditions faced by these women, the risks of violence and sexual exploitation, and the broader context of conflict and mineral smuggling in the region. Organizations like UNICEF provide some support, but many women remain vulnerable.
Italian police seize hundreds of dormice destined for dinner plates of mafia dons
In southern Italy, police arrested three individuals after discovering hundreds of dormice, both dead and alive, during a raid on a cannabis farm. These dormice, a protected species, are reportedly consumed by the Calabrian 'Ndrangheta mafia during ritual peace-making dinners. Despite being illegal to hunt or eat, dormice remain a delicacy in parts of southern Italy. The 'Ndrangheta, one of the world's wealthiest criminal organizations, is known to make significant decisions over dormice meals. The practice of eating dormice dates back to Roman times. Wildlife protection groups, such as Gruppo Adorno and Lipu, condemn the hunting and caging of dormice as cruel and illegal.
Devastating wildfires wreak ‘incalculable’ environmental damage across southern Europe
Wildfires are causing severe environmental damage across southern Europe, affecting Turkey, Greece, Italy, and Spain. The fires are exacerbated by extreme heat, strong winds, and low humidity, conditions linked to climate change. Turkey is facing its worst fires in over a decade, with significant criticism directed at the government for inadequate firefighting resources. Italy and Greece are also battling multiple blazes, with evacuations and significant damage reported. Spain has managed to control recent fires but remains on alert. The European Union and other countries are providing assistance to combat the fires.
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