WAO ART #207

Green hydrogen could be a lucrative opportunity for Brazil, similar to the pre-salt oil reserves. The country has the potential to generate significant energy and attract investments, with the European Union already committing $2.14 billion to green hydrogen production in Brazil.

Hong Kong and southern China are experiencing widespread flooding due to the heaviest rains in over 140 years. Streets and subway stations in Hong Kong were submerged, and over 100 people were taken to the hospital. The rain turned streets into raging rivers, flooded shopping centers, and blocked off subway entrances.

Elon Musk says he refused to give Ukraine access to his Starlink network over Crimea to avoid being complicit in a "major act of war." This comes after a book alleged that Musk switched off Starlink to prevent a drone attack on Russian ships. A senior Ukrainian official accused Musk of "committing evil".

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese came to power promising to tackle climate change and cut emissions. His government has enshrined into law an emissions reduction target of 43% by 2030 and introduced a carbon cap for the country's biggest emitters.

About 20,000 migrant children have entered New York City's school system, posing challenges for the city. Mayor Eric Adams has warned that the city could be "destroyed" if it does not receive more help to cope with the influx of migrants.

JPMorgan, the largest US bank, is reportedly developing a blockchain-based deposit token for international payments and settlements. The token would act as a transferable digital currency representing a deposit claim against the bank. JPMorgan has already developed the necessary infrastructure for the payment system.

A Ugandan church, Phaneroo Ministries, has set a Guinness World Record for the longest applause, clapping non-stop for over three hours. "Clap For Jesus" was organized to celebrate the church's ninth anniversary and aimed to unite people in thanksgiving and celebration. The 926 participants had to clap continuously.