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- 1Environmental groups demand changes to 'Building Canada Strong' Act●Backlash over 'Building Canada Strong' Act: Environmental groups call for changes
Environmental groups in Canada are calling for changes to the federal government's 'Building Canada Strong' Act, saying the legislation as written falls short on environmental protections. The criticism has generated significant public attention, with tens of thousands engaging with coverage of the backlash. Critics want the act amended before it advances, framing the dispute as a test of how far Ottawa will go to balance development priorities with environmental commitments.
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The Ratepayer Protection Act failed to advance in the US Senate, falling three votes short of the margin needed. The bill was intended to shield electricity ratepayers from costs tied to environmental regulations. Its defeat highlights the narrow partisan divide over energy and climate legislation, with supporters criticising the outcome and opponents welcoming the bill's failure.
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The Protect College Sports Act has advanced in Congress, according to employment law firm Littler Mendelson, which flagged the bill's progress for employers and stakeholders. The legislation concerns college sports, though details of its provisions and the vote that moved it forward were not provided. The development is being watched in the context of ongoing debates over the regulation of collegiate athletics.
- 4Council of Europe assembly calls for treaty on healthy environment▼Parliamentary Assembly: Europe needs treaty on right to a healthy environment
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe is calling for a new legally binding treaty recognising the right to a healthy environment. The assembly argues that Europe needs stronger legal tools to protect citizens from environmental harm, including pollution and climate change. The move follows growing international momentum, with the UN General Assembly having recognised the right to a healthy environment as a universal human right in 2022.
- 5Google upgrades Android's Advanced Protection features●Punto Informatico: Google migliora la protezione avanzata di Android Google ha annunciato miglioramenti per Advanced Pro
Google has announced improvements to Advanced Protection, the Android security mode aimed at users at higher risk of cyber attacks. Some of the new protections will only be available on Android 17. The news, reported by Italian tech outlet Punto Informatico, highlights Google's ongoing effort to strengthen mobile security for its most exposed users.
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Los Angeles organisers are seeking $650 million in insurance coverage for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, according to Sports Business Journal. The move highlights the scale of financial risk tied to hosting the event, protecting against potential disruptions. Details about insurers or coverage terms were not disclosed, and it is not yet clear how the policy would fit into the Games' broader budget and risk planning.