UPDATE: Emergency responders are currently engaged in a critical rescue operation in Rome after a medieval tower partially collapsed on November 4, 2023, trapping a worker beneath the rubble. Firefighters have been tirelessly working for hours to free the individual, while another worker has been critically injured in the incident.
The tower, located in the heart of Italy’s capital, collapsed during renovation work, and a complex rescue effort is underway. Firefighters, facing dangerous conditions as the structure continues to give way, have been utilizing telescopic aerial ladders in a cloud of smoke. As dusk approached, heavy machinery was deployed to extract debris, and rescuers reported “signs of life” from the trapped worker.
According to firefighter spokesperson Luca Cari, three workers escaped unharmed immediately following the collapse. However, a 64-year-old worker has been hospitalized in critical condition, with no immediate updates on his status available. Thankfully, no firefighters have been injured during the ongoing operation.
In other news, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley is facing mounting pressure within the Liberal Party as calls grow to abandon their net zero emissions pledge. This shift follows a series of events where key conservative figures like Angus Taylor and Michaelia Cash expressed their support for moving away from the 2050 target after the Nationals party distanced itself from the commitment.
A recent Newspoll revealed the Coalition’s primary vote has plummeted to a record low of 24 percent, intensifying discussions about Ley’s leadership. Top members of her team are reportedly urging her to reconsider the net zero policy, which they argue has become politically toxic. Internal conversations hint at potential leadership challenges, with Ted O’Brien and Angus Taylor emerging as likely contenders should Ley’s position falter further.
Ley’s situation is precarious as senior party members express dissatisfaction with her handling of the crisis. The urgency for a decisive leadership direction comes as the party grapples with record-low polling and dissatisfaction among constituents.
Meanwhile, the Melbourne Cup is set to take place today at Flemington Racecourse, with festivities kicking off at 10:45 AM local time, despite a forecast of rain. The iconic race is scheduled to commence at 3 PM, and coverage of the event is available through various media outlets.
As these stories develop, stay tuned for further updates on the ongoing rescue efforts in Rome and the political dynamics shifting within Australia’s Liberal Party.
