Libre News of The World Express Edition. Tuesday the 6th of May 2025

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World Express edition, Brazilian police foiled a bomb plot at Lady Gaga’s record-setting Rio concert attended by 2.5 million fans, arresting suspects linked to hate groups (Cadena SER). In Colombia, FARC dissidents hijacked a major reforestation project in Caquetá, claiming it as their own amid peace talks (Mongabay). In Chile, Susana Moreira, a woman with muscular dystrophy, became the face of the euthanasia debate, pushing for long-delayed legislation (AP News). Argentina’s President Javier Milei sparked backlash for policy U-turns, praising Pope Francis after once calling him “evil,” and embracing IMF loans despite previous criticism (SWP Berlin). In China, 10 died after tourist boats capsized during a storm in Guizhou, prompting safety reviews from President Xi (South China Morning Post). Australia's screen industry reacted to Trump’s 100% tariff on foreign films, warning of severe economic impact (Courier Mail). New Zealand unveiled a NZ$2 billion helicopter upgrade amid a broader NZ$9 billion defense overhaul (Army Recognition). Japan denied plans to weaponize its U.S. Treasury holdings in trade talks (Reuters). South Korea faced turmoil as ex-president Yoon was probed for shaman influence and corruption ahead of the June election (Korea Herald). Vietnam vowed to hit 8% growth despite looming U.S. tariffs, banking on new infrastructure and trade partners (Tuoi Tre News). Starlink launched in Congo after the government reversed a ban over security concerns (Economic Times). Lastly, Syria and Turkey agreed on a power-sharing deal, including electricity imports and a new gas pipeline to Aleppo (Reuters). These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!