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Cyclone Chido leaves Mayotte reeling. Warmer oceans fueled it

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

The Indian Ocean archipelago of Mayotte is reeling from Cyclone Chido, the most intense storm to hit the French territory in 90 years, according to officials. At least 22 people have been killed since Chido made landfall on Saturday, as high winds swept away entire neighborhoods, damaged major infrastructure and uprooted trees. While Africa’s southeast coast is no stranger to devastating cyclones, climate scientists have warned in recent years that storms in the area are getting more intense and... Читать дальше...

Pakistan govt introduces bill to bar non-filers from opening bank accounts, buying cars above 800cc

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Pakistan's government introduced a bill to curb tax evasion. The proposed law would bar non-filers from opening bank accounts, buying cars over 800cc, and purchasing shares beyond a certain limit. The FBR could freeze accounts of unregistered businesses and those failing to file sales tax returns. This measure aims to boost revenue collection following an IMF loan agreement.