COP30 closes with deal on climate finance

More than 200 state lawmakers are urging Congress to reject a provision in an annual defense bill that would preempt state laws regulating artificial intelligence (AI). This bipartisan group expressed their concerns in a letter addressed to both the House and Senate, highlighting the importance of state-level regulations in managing AI technologies.

The Associated Press has initiated a legal battle to restore its special access to the Oval Office, claiming that President Trump infringed upon its rights by relegating it to the same status as numerous other media organizations. This move has sparked concerns regarding press freedom and the treatment of news outlets by the government.

The Associated Press and the Trump administration appeared before a federal appeals court to contest media access rights, with the AP arguing against punitive measures based on editorial stance, while the White House maintained that the president has the authority to control who questions him in the Oval Office.

Thousands of revelers gathered in Copacabana for Rio de Janeiro's annual Pride parade, celebrating the preemptive jailing of former President Jair Bolsonaro, known for his homophobic remarks. This event marked a significant moment for the LGBTQ+ community in Brazil, as many viewed Bolsonaro's arrest as a victory against his controversial legacy.

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is scheduled to meet with a judge to discuss the legality of his imprisonment, which began on Saturday at federal police headquarters in Brasilia. This preemptive jailing follows allegations of his involvement in a coup attempt and plotting to evade a lengthy prison sentence.

The United Nations climate talks in Brazil concluded with a subdued agreement to provide increased financial support to nations most affected by climate change, aimed at helping them adapt to extreme weather. However, the agreement lacks a clear strategy for phasing out fossil fuels or enhancing current emissions reduction commitments.

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro was arrested on Saturday amid allegations that he was plotting to evade a 27-year prison sentence related to his involvement in a coup attempt.

New Orleans is preparing for the imminent deployment of up to 250 federal agents as part of President Trump's immigration enforcement operation, dubbed 'Operation Swamp Sweep,' which aims to arrest approximately 5,000 individuals across Louisiana and Mississippi despite a reported decrease in crime rates.