WAO ART #125

Researchers at the Instituto Agronomico de Campinas in Brazil are close to creating naturally decaffeinated arabica coffee varieties, which could hold substantial commercial opportunities. The IAC is starting regional field trials of some of the varieties they have been developing for several years.

Polygon has proposed a new decentralized governance model, centered around the establishment of an "Ecosystem Council," to enhance its network's security, upgradeability, and robustness. The council will be responsible for performing timelock-limited upgrades to system smart contracts.

A fire broke out on the Esperanza Star passenger ferry in the Philippines while travelling between provinces. The Philippine Coast Guard used a water cannon to extinguish the blaze off the island of Bohol. All 120 passengers and crew on board were accounted for and no casualties were reported.

France has introduced a new law to tackle online scams involving influencers who promote dangerous services or misleading commercial practices. The law threatens online content creators with steep fines. However, not all influencers act irresponsibly, and some are promoting eco-responsible and inclusive products.

Mali is holding a referendum on a new constitution that would begin the process of returning the country to democratic civilian rule. The revised constitution includes a new second house to increase representation across Mali, which has been hit by violence and other insecurity for more than a decade.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is visiting China to mend diplomatic relations, with three key priorities on the agenda: re-establishing diplomatic interactions, easing trade conflicts, and averting war. The US has been unwilling to cancel trade measures enacted by former President Donald Trump.

CM Punk returns to All Elite Wrestling after nearly a year out due to a torn tricep. He will face Samoa Joe, Jay White & Juice Robinson, one of the most threatening trios in AEW. Punk & FTR took on the Bullet Club Gold and Samoa Joe. CM Punk hit the Hail to the King Elbow drop for the win.