(2023-07-06). Sunday 7/16: Q&A Discussion of the film "My Tree" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-07-06). Saturday 7/8: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The People & The Olive. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-07-06). Saturday 7/29: International Childfree Convention 2023. indybay.org Virtual on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@childfreeconvention | FREE livestream…
(2023-07-06). Sunday 7/30: International Childfree Convention 2023 (Day 2). indybay.org Virtual on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@childfreeconvention | FREE livestream…
(2023-07-06). Wednesday 8/23: On Embodied Activism. indybay.org
(2023-07-06). Governor and legislators reach deal on budget package with Delta Tunnel language removed. indybay.org Many political insiders believe that Governor Newsom attempted to ram through his last minute legislative language to expedite the construction of the Delta Tunnel and other water and infrastructure projects in order to serve the wishes of his agribusiness, building industry, real estate and other Big Money donors.
(2023-07-06). Tuesday 7/11: Dogs and private property in city parks: a picnic rally. indybay.org West end of Precita Park, | Lower Bernal, San Francisco…
(2023-07-06). Saturday 7/8: How about this for Reparations? the walking tour. indybay.org American Youth Hostel lobby | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2023-07-06). Kolektiva.social Security Alert. indybay.org This is an alert for Kolektiva.social users. Please read this post in its entirety!
(2023-07-06). 2023 California Buffalo Soldiers Day Weekend – July 28-30, 2023. indybay.org 2023 California Buffalo Soldiers Day we continue to build off the US Congressional Buffalo Soldier Official Study while seeking official California State recognition for…
(2023-07-06). Saturday 7/15: Panel: 50th Anniversary of US Supported Coup In Chile & The Struggles & Lessons Today. indybay.org Eric Quezada Center for Culture & Politics | 518 Valencia St | San Francisco…
(2023-07-06). On Julian Assange's Birthday: SF Rally To Free Him & Mumia Abu-jamal. indybay.org On Julian Assange's birthday on July 2, 2023 a solidarity rally was held at the Harry Bridges Plaza in San Francisco to demand his freedom.
(2023-07-06). Saturday 7/15: LaborFest Panel – Palestine: Journalists, Educators & The US Labor Movement. indybay.org Please register for an event in advance. | Find the details in your confirmation email. (e.g. zoom link) | laborfest.net/event/50th-anniversary-of-chile-coup-labor-solidarity-afl-cio/…
(2023-07-06). Bolivia Forges Lithium Extraction Partnerships with China and Russia By: Misión Verdad. midwesternmarx.com Bolivia's government has recently entered into agreements with Chinese and Russian companies for the extraction of lithium from two of the country's salt flats. Signed on Thursday, June 29, these agreements grant authorization to China's Citic Guoan and Russia's Uranium One Group to deploy direct lithium extraction (DLE) technologies for lithium exploration in Bolivia, with a total investment of $1.4 billion.A previous agreement worth a similar value had already be …
(2023-07-06). Pakistan arrests human trafficking suspects after migrant boat tragedy By: The Associated Press. midwesternmarx.com 
Pakistani authorities said Wednesday they have arrested seven alleged key figures in a human trafficking ring following last week's sinking of an overcrowded smuggling vessel off Greece that left more than 500 migrants missing, including Pakistanis.Police told The Associated Press that the ring was engaged in smuggling Pakistanis into Europe and that the arrests took place over the last two days, as part of a government crackdown on traffickers.Thirty other suspects were arrested over the …
(2023-07-06). Tuesday 7/11: Banking on a Safe World: Divest from Nuclear Weapons & Fossil Fuels w/ Indigenous Leaders. indybay.org Online event via Zoom…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to use an asthma inhaler. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Summer temperatures, humidity and allergies are triggers for people diagnosed with asthma. These triggers can range from being a nuisance to being life-threatening.Dr. Jacqueline Squire, a Mayo Clinic allergist and immunologist, demonstrates proper technique for using inhalers to combat these asthma triggers. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/uje9beC6GlU Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 06) is available in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: What drowning doesn't look like. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Just like last summer, there are reports this year of a lifeguard shortage around the nation, meaning many public swimming pools and beaches may be closed or their hours limited. Without trained lifeguards on duty, water safety becomes an issue, especially for children. Dr. Michael Boniface, a Mayo Clinic emergency medicine physician, says drowning happens quickly and quietly so make sure children are always supervised by an attentive adult. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0FH9b1LiwY…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Fireworks safety tips. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org For many, the Fourth of July holiday is a time to celebrate with barbecues, parades and fireworks. But, experts say, when it comes to fireworks, it's best to leave it to the professionals. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/AYC8RPDRRvc Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Every year, thousands of people are admitted into emergency departments across the country because…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Where is the kidney stone belt? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Where you live, what you eat and how much you drink may tell healthcare professionals more about your risk of developing kidney stones than you think. Dr. Ivan Porter II, a Mayo Clinic nephrologist, describes intense weather areas, such as the South and Southwest, as the kidney stone belt. This is where research shows kidney stones are more prevalent. Dehydration in these hot climates, combined with certain diets, are increasing risks that can result in…
(2023-07-06). When to start regular breast cancer screenings. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Early detection and regular breast cancer screenings are key to reducing death from breast cancer. Mammograms remain the best tool available and have been shown to reduce deaths from breast cancer. That's why Mayo Clinic recommends women start screening mammograms yearly at age 40. While that recommendation has been firm for the past 10 years, other institutions have shifted the recommended screening age over the years. The latest to consider a change is the U.S….
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Sunscreen has a shelf life and other facts to know. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Did you know sunscreen has a shelf life and can expire? Or that too much heat or cold can ruin a new bottle? Protecting your skin from harmful sun rays will help against inflammation, burns, premature aging and, most importantly, skin cancer. Dr. Dawn Davis, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist, has more on sunscreen shelf life and other facts to help make decisions as you head into the sun. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/pW5-va0rvqI Sunscreen has a…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Know your status — the importance of HIV testing. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's not making major news headlines like in the '80s, but HIV remains a significant health concern. About 38 million people are living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, according to the World Health Organization. June 27 is National HIV Testing Day, a reminder to get tested and know your HIV status. This year's theme is self-testing. Knowing your HIV status helps you choose options to stay healthy. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic…
(2023-07-06). Science Saturday: Specialized testing diagnoses uncommon allergy to red meat. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Traditionally every fall, Joseph "Joe" Ducaji, M.D., an anesthesiologist affiliated with Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, Illinois, had gone deer hunting for two to three weeks. He loved "sitting in a tree stand watching wildlife." Recently, however, one of Joe's hunting trips was spoiled when the night before his trip, he woke up "feeling terrible" and had to cancel the outing. Joe could only equate his illness to the steak he'd eaten for dinner the…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Minute: Reducing the risks of sexually transmitted infections. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to rise the in the U.S and around the globe. The World Health Organization reports more than 1 million new sexually transmitted infections are acquired a day — with the majority of them asymptomatic. Dr. Stacey Rizza, an infectious diseases physician with Mayo Clinic, says there are many reasons for the continued rise in sexually transmitted infections in the last few years. She says educating people is crucial and an important step in…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Strains, sprains and tears of the upper arms. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am trying to get into shape for summer, and one area that has always been challenging has been my upper arms. Recently, though, I began a workout routine, but a friend warned me about the risk of injuries. Do you have any advice to avoid problems? ANSWER: Having well-defined, muscular upper arms often is the goal of anyone seeking a fit and toned appearance. But there's more to these hardworking muscles than good…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Snacking for meals. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: During warm weather months, I find myself eating less formal meals and, instead, reaching for more snacks. I also tend to exercise less when it's hot outside. Do you have advice on how to ensure I'm snacking healthfully as I realize the potential to overeat and not be as active? ANSWER: Regardless of the time of year, maintaining healthy habits is important for good health. This includes exercise, eating a balanced diet and maintaining…
(2023-07-06). How preeclampsia accelerates aging in women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Preeclampsia—the life-threatening surge in blood pressure that strikes 1 in 25 pregnancies—is an enigmatic condition. Each year, it causes the deaths of more than 70,000 women worldwide. Because scientists do not know what causes it, they lack targeted strategies to treat it. Delivery, the only available therapy, is not the "cure" it is often made out to be, according to Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D., a nephrologist at Mayo Clinic who has devoted her career to studying…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic researchers pioneer AI method to predict how cells are organized in disease microenvironments. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cells in the human body, the building blocks of life, are arranged in a precise way. That's necessary because pathways and spaces provide a means for cells to communicate, collaborate and function within the specific tissue or organ. Changes in cell arrangement can lead to uncontrolled cell growth, cell death and diseases, including cancer. Scientists at the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center have developed an artificial intelligence method, called Spatially Informed Artificial…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic to showcase advancements in science and healthcare delivery at AcademyHealth's Annual Research Meeting. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org AcademyHealth's 2023 Annual Research Meeting at the Seattle Convention Center on June 24—27 will bring together experts in health services research and healthcare delivery. Attendees can learn about how Mayo Clinic is helping to shape the future of healthcare, by visiting the booth of the Mayo Clinic Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery. Participants can speak directly with Mayo scientists at "Meet the Mayo Clinic Researcher" sessions, learn about…
(2023-07-06). How mindfulness meditation improves mental health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Quick and simple usually aren't terms used to describe medical treatments. Yet mindfulness meditation is a fast, easy way to reduce stress wherever you are. It's often recommended as part of a comprehensive treatment for physical and mental health conditions. It's considered a type of mind-body complementary medicine. You can incorporate mindfulness meditation into your routine to improve your overall health. Mindfulness meditation basics Mindfulness meditation is the practice of purposefully being aware of and…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic uses genomic testing broadly for rare diseases, improves patient care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org NEWS RELEASE ROCHESTER, Minn. – A Mayo Clinic study published in Journal of Translational Medicine evaluated the use of genomic testing broadly for rare diseases. With the increased use of genomic testing such as multi-gene panels, exome sequencing and genome sequencing in the past decade, there is a greater opportunity to better diagnose and treat patients with rare diseases. According to the National Institutes of Health, as many as 10,000 distinct rare diseases exist and…
(2023-07-06). Study assesses opioid usage patterns in patients with lupus. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)—a challenging autoimmune disease most common in women of childbearing age—can cause many problems in the body, including chronic pain. Typical pain management strategies are not always available to patients with lupus. For example, patients with kidney problems being treated with steroids cannot use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen. As a result, different pain management strategies, including opioid therapy, may be needed. A Mayo Clinic cross-sectional study in a population-based setting aimed to…
(2023-07-06). Career Immersion Program offers deep dive into health science careers for Minnesota students. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org 2019 Career Immersion Program ROCHESTER, Minn. — Thirty-two Minnesota high school students are participating in a five-day residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester this week, learning about 15 health science careers ranging from phlebotomy to nuclear medicine. The Career Immersion Program, presented by Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences, offers high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with experts in some of the most sought-after health science fields. Now in its…
(2023-07-06). Mayo Clinic names leaders for Discovery Oasis biotech innovation hub in Phoenix. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In 2021, Mayo Clinic announced plans to develop a biotechnology innovation hub called Discovery Oasis adjacent to Mayo Clinic Hospital in North Phoenix. Two leaders have now been named to champion this organizational priority. Steven Lester, M.D., Mayo Clinic cardiologist and health care futurist, will serve as the medical director for Discovery Oasis. Aric Bopp, an experienced economic development leader, will serve as its executive director. "I am inspired by this opportunity because I believe Discovery…
(2023-07-06). Staging pancreatic cancer early with minimally invasive surgery shows positive results in patient prognosis, Mayo Clinic study finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons reveals that performing a minor surgical procedure on patients newly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer helps to identify cancer spread early and determine the stage of cancer. The researchers add that the surgery ideally should be performed before the patient begins chemotherapy. "This is an important study because it supports that staging laparoscopy may help with determining a patient's prognosis and…
(2023-07-06). Making Madness Normal in Wartime. indybay.org Normalized baselines, basically insane…
(2023-07-06). Friday 7/14: Summer Block Party for Climate Justice. indybay.org Wells Fargo at 333 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 US…
(2023-07-06). Guerra, reproducción y luchas feministas. indybay.org Guerra, reproducción y luchas feministas | Silvia Federici…
(2023-07-06). Wallmapu: La autonomía como eje articulador de la lucha histórica mapuche. indybay.org La autonomía como eje articulador de la lucha histórica reivindicativa del pueblo mapuche…
(2023-07-06). Sunday 7/9: "We Need and We Demand: A Whole New Way to Live, A Fundamentally Different System" indybay.org 2444 Durant Avenue Berkeley…
(2023-07-06). Friday 7/7: POA: Shut it Down! indybay.org On the sidewalk in front of the San Francisco Police Officers Association: 800 Bryant @ 6th Street in San Francisco…
(2023-07-06). Friday 8/4: Ship of Fools: A Giant Puppet Odyssey. indybay.org Jean Sweeney Open Space Park | 1925 Sherman St, Alameda CA 94501…
(2023-07-06). Thursday 7/20: BIPOC Bonfires. indybay.org Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History | 1305 E. Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz…
(2023-07-06). üéß Deconstructed: Inside Joe Manchin's Rise, Alliances, and Presidential Ambitions. levernews.com Today, we're sharing an episode of the podcast Deconstructed from our friends over at
(2023-07-06). China's further development has priority. indybay.org The focus of Chinese policy remains the economic and social development of the country… Despite the enormous successes in economic and social development, there is still a long way to go before China catches up and can also keep up with the rich industrialized countries in terms of per capita economic output.
(2023-07-06). Limited Funds Stunts Minnesota's Conviction Review Unit — Families Want Expediency. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-07-06). Lower-tier cities brighten luxury market. ecns.cn As luxury brands penetrate China's lower-tier cities, the market for such goods is acquiring new geographical dimensions, observers said.
(2023-07-06). Afghanistan After Action Review report lacks true review and reflection: Chinese FM spokesperson. ecns.cn Issues that truly call for review and reflection of the U.S. were not touched upon in the After Action Review on Afghanistan, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin stated at a press conference on Wednesday.
(2023-07-06). IAEA report facing backlash in S. Korea. ecns.cn Concerns remain in South Korea over Japan's plan to release nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the sea, after the International Atomic Energy Agency announced the plan meets its safety standards.
(2023-07-06). Guide released for selection of academicians. ecns.cn CAST said in the notice that its purpose is to make sure the selection of academicians is not affected by non-academic factors, and to maintain the pure nature of the academicians' title — the highest academic title in China.
(2023-07-06). Innovative medicine treats autoimmune disorder. ecns.cn An innovative medicine to treat generalized myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness, was recently approved for the domestic market.
(2023-07-06). China reports severe COVID-19 cases declining. ecns.cn The Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday reported that it recorded 1,968 severe COVID-19 infections and 239 deaths on the Chinese mainland last month, compared with 2,777 severe cases and 164 related deaths recorded in May.
(2023-07-06). China unveils first open-source desktop operating system. ecns.cn China rolled out its first open-source desktop operating system, called openKylin 1.0, on Wednesday, a key move that indicates the country has the ability to build its own self-developed operating system and fill the gaps in this field.
(2023-07-06). U.S.' suppression of Chinese semiconductor companies will backfire, ministry says. ecns.cn The United States' further suppression of Chinese semiconductor companies will ultimately harm its own interests, Ministry of Commerce spokesperson Shu Jueting said at a news conference on Thursday.
(2023-07-06). InsightsÔΩúVietnamese Ph.D. Graduate: China's technological innovations promote world development. ecns.cn China's technological innovations have drawn the world's attention and promoted world development, said Hoang Thi Hanh Trang, Vietnamese Ph.D. Graduate from the School of International Studies, Renmin University of China.
(2023-07-06). Global media: SCO Summit promotes new international relations model. ecns.cn The 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) was held via video conference on Wednesday. China's position has garnered significant attention from the international media.
(2023-07-06). China operates 8,641 China-Europe freight train services during first half of 2023. ecns.cn A total of 8,641 China-Europe freight train services were operated from January to June this year, transporting 936,000 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of goods, representing year-on-year increases of 16 percent and 30 percent respectively, according to China State Railway Group Co., Ltd on Thursday.
(2023-07-06). U.S., EU were informed about export controls on gallium, germanium by China: MOFCOM. ecns.cn The gallium, germanium export control does not target any specific country, and China informed U.S., EU about the measure prior to the announcement.
(2023-07-06). China's export control measures not a complete ban. ecns.cn China's export control measures on gallium and germanium-related items are not targeted at any specific country, and the implementation of such actions conforms to internationally recognized practices.
(2023-07-06). Ex-Sham Shui Po Service Reservoir, a place to explore history of water supply in Hong Kong. ecns.cn The Ex-Sham Shui Po Service Reservoir was rediscovered in 2020 after being decommissioned for more than a few decades.
(2023-07-06). Beijing braces for fourth extreme heat day this summer. ecns.cn Beijing topped 40.9 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, the fourth time this year that the temperatures soared above 40 degrees Celsius.
(2023-07-06). Massive rescue and relief efforts underway in Chongqing after flood. ecns.cn Massive rescue and relief efforts were underway after heavy rains triggered floods and geological disasters in Chongqing.
(2023-07-06). 'Mirror of sky' on Nalati grassland in Xinjiang. ecns.cn A small lake with reflection of mountains, clouds and blue sky in the water looks like a mirror inlaid on the Nalati grassland in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
(2023-07-06). Sea of clouds float over Qilian Mountain. ecns.cn A sea of clouds float over Qilian Mountain at Qilian County, Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province in July.
(2023-07-06). World Artificial Intelligence Conference kicks off in Shanghai. ecns.cn With the theme "Intelligent Connectivity Generating Future," the event kicked off on Thursday. The number of the exhibition spaces and exhibitors both hit record highs.
(2023-07-06). Colorful lotus flowers grace Beijing after rain. ecns.cn Lotus flowers bloom at Lianhuachi Park as Minor Heat, a season for lotus flowers and the 11th solar term of the traditional Chinese lunar calendar, is approaching in Beijing, July 4, 2023.
(2023-07-06). Xinjiang adds record installed new energy capacity. ecns.cn The newly installed new energy capacity in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region hit 7.02 million kilowatts in the first half of this year, marking a record high and a 10.5-fold increase compared to the same period in 2022.
(2023-07-06). HK International Airport celebrates 25th anniversary with flash mob dance. ecns.cn Artists and airport staff perform a flash mob dance to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, July 6, 2023.
(2023-07-06). Iran officially becomes SCO member state. ecns.cn On Tuesday, a flag-raising ceremony was held for Iran in Beijing, marking the nation's official membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the ninth member state to join the bloc. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-06). InsightsÔΩúVietnamese Ph.D. Graduate: CPC is the key to China's success. ecns.cn China's development path of socialism with Chinese characteristics and Chinese-style modernization under the leadership of the CPC is the key to China's success today,said Hoang Thi Hanh Trang, Vietnamese Ph.D. Graduate from School of International Studies, Renmin University of China.
(2023-07-06). IAEA report should not be 'shield' for Japan's discharge of nuclear-contaminated water: ministry. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin made remarks on the Comprehensive Report on the disposal of nuclear-contaminated water at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station released by the IAEA.
(2023-07-06). British media angered by Biden backing Ursula von der Leyen to be NATO chief. infobrics.org Anglo-Alliance is just another mechanism to project US interests.
(2023-07-06). BRICS Expansion and a Message to the West. infobrics.org Saudi Arabia joining BRICS would cement a geopolitical trend while reminding the US of its diminishing clout…
(2023-07-06). China-Russia Trade Gets Boost With Vladivostok Being New Transit Port for Domestic Trade. infobrics.org Industry insiders tap into business potential with Vladivostok being transit hub for domestic trade…
(2023-07-06). BRICS Health and Pharmaceutical Association of Africa Launches. infobrics.org BRICS Health and Pharmaceutical Association of Africa has been launched in South Africa to help the African continent improve its health systems and be prepared for future pandemics…
(2023-07-06). Pentagon quietly admits US lied about Chinese 'spy' balloons. infobrics.org It turns out that the "evil Chinese spy balloon" was exactly what Beijing kept claiming it was — an actual weather balloon. The Pentagon is now saying it found no evidence whatsoever that it was collecting anything but weather data.
(2023-07-06). Kiev lies by accusing Russia of crimes against Zaporozhye nuclear power plant. infobrics.org Since last year, the Ukrainian side has been responsible for a series of bombings and sabotages against the plant's facilities.
(2023-07-06). Elena Milashina Attack: Rights Groups Condemn Brutal Beating of Russian Journalist in Chechnya. democracynow.org 
Press freedom groups around the world have condemned the brutal attack on Russian journalist Elena Milashina, who was beaten by unknown assailants in the Chechen capital of Grozny on July 4. Milashina, a reporter for Novaya Gazeta, was in town to report on Chechnya's ongoing attacks on LGBTQ people when she was assaulted along with lawyer Alexander Nemov. The attackers broke her fingers, shaved her head and doused her in liquid iodine, which leaves long-lasting stains on a person's skin. For more, we speak with human rights monitor Anna Dobrovolskaya, the former executive director of Memorial Human Ri…
(2023-07-06). Headlines for July 6, 2023. democracynow.org IAEA Sees No Evidence of Explosives Planted at Russian-Held Nuclear Plant in Ukraine, Belarus President Says Wagner Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin Is in Russia, Biden Welcomes Swedish PM to White House, Pressing NATO Membership for Sweden, U.S. Judge Restricts Biden Administration's Ability to Stem Misinformation on Social Media, Meta Launches Twitter Competitor "Threads"; Canada Blocks Facebook and Instagram Ads, Biden Nominates Elliott Abrams, Death Squad Backer Convicted of Lying to Congress, to Gov't Commission, Hunger and Malnutrition Surge in Ethiopia's War-Torn Tigray After U.S. and…
(2023-07-06). Rep. Ro Khanna on Term-Limiting SCOTUS Justices, Sole "No" Vote on Pentagon Budget & Modi's State Visit. democracynow.org 
We speak with Democratic Congressmember Ro Khanna of California about several topics. He has reintroduced a bill in the House to limit Supreme Court justices to 18-year terms, which he says would help rebalance the high court, now dominated by a 6-3 conservative majority, and is especially needed after several controversial Supreme Court rulings striking down President Biden's student debt relief plan, giving businesses the right to discriminate against LGBTQ people on religious grounds, rolling back environmental protections and more. "Most Americans have seen that the Supreme Court is just wildly ou…
(2023-07-06). Syria's Missing: New U.N. Body Will Investigate Disappearance of 130,000 People in 12-Year Civil War. democracynow.org 
The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution to establish an independent body to investigate what happened to more than 130,000 people who went missing during the conflict in Syria over the last 12 years. The Syrian government opposed the resolution, along with Russia, China, Belarus, North Korea, Cuba and Iran. "This is one of the most painful chapters in the Syrian crisis," says Dr. Zaher Sahloul, president and CEO of the medical nonprofit MedGlobal, as well as a former medical school classmate of President Bashar al-Assad.
(2023-07-06). How Syria Profits from Trafficking Captagon, Highly Addictive Amphetamine Propping Up Assad Regime. democracynow.org 
We speak with BBC Arabic correspondent Rasha Qandeel, whose new documentary investigates Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's role in producing the highly addictive amphetamine known as Captagon and how this is impacting his relations with other states in the region. "This is going to be a main factor in a lot of changes in the Middle East," says Qandeel, who notes that curbing the drug trade has already played a role in recent moves by Arab states to normalize relations with Syria.
(2023-07-06). Ukrainian Writer Andrey Kurkov Recalls Friend Victoria Amelina, Novelist Killed in Russian Airstrike. democracynow.org 
We remember the acclaimed Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina, who died as a result of injuries from a Russian strike on a restaurant in Kramatorsk last week, which also killed 12 other people. Amelina was part of a human rights group, Truth Hounds, investigating Russian war crimes. Amelina's friend Andrey Kurkov, a fellow author and the former president of PEN Ukraine, says the young writer's death is just the latest in a long string of artists lost to the Russian invasion. "We don't know when the war is going to end, but it will cost a lot for Ukrainian culture," says Kurkov.
(2023-07-06). Correísmo Continues to Lead in Ecuador's Polls. orinocotribune.com Ecuador's presidential candidate for the Citizen Revolution (RC) movement, Luisa González, continues to lead the polls as of this Tuesday, July 4, ahead of the early elections scheduled for August 20. | According to the polling firm Negocios y Estrategias, led by public opinion researcher Iván Sierra, the initial indications are positive for the RC candidate, with 41% of the voting intention in her favor. | The study was carried out between June 22 and 26 across the eight provinces in the state with the largest populations—on the coast, the highlands, and the east of the Andean country—equivalent to 7…
(2023-07-06). Cuba: US Blockade Brutal, Cruel, and Inhumane. orinocotribune.com
(2023-07-06). In Response to US-Led Chip War, China Restricts Exports of Metals for Chip Production (+Cloud Computing). orinocotribune.com China's government imposed export restrictions on two metals crucial for the semiconductor, telecommunications, and electric vehicle industries, The metals that will be subject to export controls as of August 1 are gallium and germanium. According to China's Ministry of Commerce, the measure was enacted to protect China's national security. China is the dominant global producer of both metals and accounts for about 94% of the world's gallium producti…
(2023-07-06). President Maduro: Venezuela Is and Will Always Be a Free Nation. orinocotribune.com "The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is, and will always be, a free nation," stated President Nicolás Maduro, at the launching of the civic-military parade marking the 212th anniversary of the signing of the Venezuelan Act of Independence, and the Day of the Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB). | From the Bolivarian Military Academy in Caracas, the president participated in a number of ceremonial events this Wednesday, July 5, including a military parade as a precursor to the civic-military parade celebrating Venezuelan soldiers, which took place in the Paseo Los Próceres. | The head of state stated that it…
(2023-07-06). 7 July, NYC: Long Live Jenin! Long Live Walid! Rally. samidoun.net 
Samidoun NY/NJ will be joining the Palestinian Youth Movement and many other organizations this Friday, July 7th at 4: 30pm at the UN Headquarters, Ralph Bunche Park, to demand the immediate release of Walid Daqqah! The Zionist entity is killing Walid Daqqah in an act of deliberate medical negligence. Walid has been imprisoned for over 37 …
(2023-07-06). 8 July, Albuquerque: Solidarity Rally for a Free Palestine. samidoun.net 
Samidoun Albuquerque will be participating in the following rally: | Solidarity rally for a Free Palestine! End all U.S. Aid to Israel — Solidarity with Palestinians in Jenin! | Saturday, July 8 | 11 am | UNM Bookstore, Albuquerque, NM | Organized by PSL (Party for Socialism and Liberation) and Stop the War Machine…
(2023-07-06). Vancouver banner drop shows solidarity with Jenin, demands liberation for Palestine. samidoun.net 
On Wednesday, 5 July, Samidoun Vancouver and friends took to the streets for a banner drop for Palestine in support of the people and the valiant resistance of Jenin, and to denounce the Canadian government's complicity in and support for ongoing Zionist war crimes and crimes against humanity in occupied Palestine. Participants in the action …
(2023-07-06). Mountain Valley Pipeline Work Site Disrupted in Montgomery County, VA. itsgoingdown.org 
Report from Appalachians Against Pipelines about recent action against the Mountain Valley Pipeline. This morning, people in Montgomery County, Virginia, entered a work site and disrupted construction on the Mountain Valley Pipeline. More than 2 dozen people walked onto the active site and stopped work, as well as stopping equipment from being delivered to the…
(2023-07-06). Eugene Community Blockades Sierra Pacific Mill in Protest of Public Lands Logging. itsgoingdown.org 
Report on recent logging blockade in protest of the logging of public lands in so-called Eugene, Oregon. Dozens of community members and forest defenders rallied at the Sierra Pacific Industries (SPI) mill in West Eugene as four activists locked themselves together, risking arrest and effectively blocking the entrance to the mill and disrupting operations to…
(2023-07-06). Housing rights coalition asks Berlin government to socialize corporate-owned housing properties. peoplesdispatch.org An expert committee constituted to assess the feasibility and legality of implementing the mandate of the 2021 Berlin referendum submitted its final report last month. The report states that the expropriation of properties of real estate firms with 3,000 or more units is legally permissible…
(2023-07-06). A brutal colonial legacy is tinder for the fires that are sweeping across France. peoplesdispatch.org Racism against people of Arab and African descent in France has become almost banal, something that takes place and no longer raises an eyebrow. The killing of Nael was absolutely explicable — the result of a general social toxicity towards minorities and one that is given expression through the police…
(2023-07-06). Tunisia deports hundreds of sub-Saharan migrants across the border to Libya. peoplesdispatch.org Human rights group have expressed concern over the migrants' safety and health in the border areas where they face multiple risks including physical and sexual violence…
(2023-07-06). British Defense Minister confirms that "conduct of special forces" in Afghanistan is the focus of investigation. peoplesdispatch.org The "conduct" that is being investigated includes the killing of Afghan civilians by British Special Forces. According to Leigh Day, a law firm representing the families of the victims, at least 80 Afghans were killed by these forces between 2010 and 2013…
(2023-07-06). India's discontent with SCO. peoplesdispatch.org In the international arena, the SCO and the BRICS are poised to be the two principal vehicles to advance the aspirations of the Global South. By clinging on to the US coattails, India is only weakening its own pretensions as the self-appointed leader of such countries…
(2023-07-06). Iran dismisses US allegations of bid to seize two oil tankers near Sea of Oman. peoplesdispatch.org The US has been opposed to Iranian attempts to create a regional maritime security alliance in the region, even as it maintains its own naval command base in Bahrain…
(2023-07-06). The not-so-discreet US campaign to pressure Brazil's foreign policy. peoplesdispatch.org There is an agenda behind the recent media coverage on the supposed "pressure campaign" carried out by US officials to prevent a coup by Bolsonaro and his supporters. These reports are in fact in favor of the US government's interests in Brazilian foreign policy…
(2023-07-06). Community Schools, Not Conservative Politicians, Expand 'Parental Rights'. progressive.org These schools intentionally listen to parents about what students need to thrive, whether it's dental services or more streetlights.
(2023-07-06). California ICE detainees' hunger strike is part of a long fight for freedom. therealnews.com 
(2023-07-06). Israel might try to make Jenin the new Gaza. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in Earlier this week, Palestinians in the occupied West Bank witnessed the bloodiest and most violent Israeli military operation in recent memory. Over the course of 48 hours, Israeli land and air forces besieged the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank, killed 12 Palestinians, and wounded over a hundred others. For the first time since the Second Intifada in 2002, the people of Jenin refuge…
(2023-07-06). UPS-Teamsters could strike Aug 1: What you need to know. therealnews.com 
The largest private sector labor contract in the US is set to expire at midnight on July 31; as negotiations continue to play out, we will soon see whether or not the nearly 350,000 Teamsters working for United Parcel Services (UPS) will hit the picket line and wage one of the largest strikes in US history. As Sean Orr, a UPS package-car driver and elected shop steward for Teamsters Local 705 in Chicago, and Elliot Lewis, a UPS package-car driver and alternate shop steward for Teamsters Local 804 in New York City, recently wrote in Jacobin, "This contract fight is about two visions of work in the twenty-fir…
(2023-07-06). Caution: Children at Work. tomdispatch.com An aged Native-American chieftain was visiting New York City for the first time in 1906. He was curious about the city and the city was curious about him. A magazine reporter asked the chief what most surprised him in his travels around town. "Little children working," the visitor replied. Child labor might have shocked that outsider, but it was all too commonplace then across urban, industrial America (and on farms where it had been customary for centuries). In more recent times, however, it's become a far rarer sight. Law and custom, most of us assume, drove it to near extinction. And our reaction to seeing it…
(2023-07-06). The New ICE Chief Should (Finally) Make Good on Biden's Immigration Promises. aclu.org 
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has new leadership, with the appointment last week of P.J. Lechleitner as acting director. ICE has not had a Senate-confirmed director since the Obama administration, making Lechleitner's appointment as acting director more significant — and potentially likely to last through the end of Biden's term. | The big question is whether Lechleitner is willing to move forward on a reform agenda that has been stalled for the last year. The good news is that in June, the Supreme Court removed a major obstacle to ICE reforms, shutting down litigation brought by anti-immigra…
(2023-07-06). The Armenian National Committee of America insults Atatàºrk. uwidata.com By Rozerin Doƒüan The Armenian diaspora targets the series "Atatàºrk", that's release in 6 episodes is planned for October 29, 2023, the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye. Directed by Mehmet Ada àñztekin, Disney Plus currently films the series, in which Bulut ƒ∞ynemli plays the role of Mustafa Kemal Atatàºrk. The Armenian diaspora called …
(2023-07-06). Democracy in check: The crisis of MAS in Bolivia and Evo's alliance with the accomplices of the coup. uwidata.com By Ana Laura Dagorret* The Movement Towards Socialism in Bolivia (MAS) is going through its final crisis. The rupture has left two well defined sides: On one side, the current president Luis Arce leads the "renovation" of the party. The other side's leader is the former president and founder of MAS, Evo Morales, who is …
(2023-07-06). Bank of America in berkeley hit with STOP COP CITY tags and ATM screens smashed. indybay.org Last night at 1am the bank of america on college ave was attacked in solidarity with the campaign to stop cop city and weelaunee forest defenders…
(2023-07-06). Europe Says No to China Decoupling. journal-neo.org 
Following active US diplomacy over the past few years, Europe seems to have now decided to say no to the US geopolitics of "decoupling" from China. This is nothing short of a major diplomatic blow for the US, although this blow has not received as much attention in the mainstream Western media due to its […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ
(2023-07-06). Iran and the USA are in Private Negotiations. journal-neo.org
(2023-07-06). Mongolia and India — an unusual but ambitious partnership. journal-neo.org 
Mongolia is currently putting the finishing touches to its preparations for a visit by the Speaker of the House of the People, the lower house of India's Parliament, which will take place from July 6-9 this year. The visit was announced in a meeting between India's ambassador to Mongolia and the speaker of the State […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ
(2023-07-06). What's the problem regarding radioactive water discharge from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant? Part One. The technical side of the issue. journal-neo.org 
(2023-07-06). Defense Contractor Funded Think Tanks Dominate Ukraine Debate. strategic-culture.org By Ben FREEMAN | Executive Summary | Think tanks in the United States are a go—to resource for media outlets seeking expert opinions on pressing public policy issues. But think tanks often have entrenched stances; a growing body of research has shown that their funders can influence their analysis and commentary. This influence can include censorship — both self-censorship and more direct censoring of work unfavorable to a funder — and outright pay—for—research agreements with funders. The result is an environment where the interests of the most generous funders can dominate think ta…
(2023-07-06). Failed Russian Coup Through a U.S. Looking Glass. strategic-culture.org By M.K. BHADRAKUMAR | The former U.S. president Donald Trump's remarks regarding the failed coup attempt in Russia by Yevgeniy Prigozhin stood out for their sheer subtlety amidst the crass new western narrative that the dramatic events on June 23-24 highlighted "cracks" within the Russian system. | No one cares to explain what these "cracks" are but the coinage conveys that Russia is heading for implosion.
(2023-07-06). Srebrenica: New Disclosures Further Undermine Bogus Genocide Narrative. strategic-culture.org The human cost of R2P genocide prevention activities ultimately originating with Srebrenica has been appalling, Stephen Karganovic writes. | This year, the annual July 11 Srebrenica remembrance ceremonies will be more subdued than usual. There are good reasons for that. The "Ukraine fatigue" which is spreading to many countries has now been augmented by Srebrenica fatigue. Both phenomena are a natural reaction to cynical deceit, in particular when the lies had been camouflaged with lofty ideals and high-sounding phrases. Once the truth becomes known, the game is up and then woe to the deceivers. | In the genealog…
(2023-07-06). Breaking: President Biden Backs Ursula von der Leyen to be NATO Chief. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Haitian police to receive armored vehicles. plenglish.com The vehicles are expected to arrive in the coming weeks to help the National Police fight gangs and recover areas under the control of armed groups. | The change of supplier comes after the Canadian company Inkas was criticized by non-governmental organizations and political figures who questioned the defects of their devices, after images went viral of the cars advancing with difficulty while emitting a large column of smoke during operations carried out by the police in the vicinity of the Varreux terminal. | Former Senate President Joseph Lambert demanded explanations and the coordinator of the National Netwo…
(2023-07-06). United Kingdom to train Ukrainian military pilots. plenglish.com London, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Some 20 pilots from Ukraine's Armed Forces will train in the United Kingdom, starting in August, to "control Western equipment," Deputy Defense Minister James Hippie announced here.
(2023-07-06). New UN Body Will Investigate Disappearances During Syria's 12-Year Civil War. truthout.org The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution to establish an independent body to investigate what happened to more than 130,000 people who went missing during the conflict in Syria over the last 12 years. The Syrian government opposed the resolution, along with Russia, China, Belarus, North Korea, Cuba and Iran. "This is one of the most painful chapters in the Syrian crisis… |
(2023-07-06). Cocal highlights the importance of professional specialization. plenglish.com Matanzas, Cuba, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) The essential role of professional specialization in the development of events was a topic highlighted today at the 39th Congress of the Federation of Latin American Congress Organizing Entities (Cocal) held in the Cuban resort of Varadero.
(2023-07-06). ECLAC highlights the region's role in the global lithium market. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Lithium is a strategic resource for energy transition and our region has a privileged position in that global market, the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) said in Chile Wednesday.
(2023-07-06). Former ministers dismiss importance of interference in Peru protests. plenglish.com Lima, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Three former interior ministers from different governments agreed today to downplay the importance of the interference of remnants of an armed group in upcoming anti-government protests announced in Peru.
(2023-07-06). Haitian authorities destroy expired medicines and foodstuffs. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Authorities in Haiti's North Department destroyed a batch of expired or spoiled medicines and foodstuffs sold in pharmacies and markets in the region, it was announced today.
(2023-07-06). France Is Suffering Blowback From Its State Policy Towards Ukraine. thealtworld.com
(2023-07-06). The Truth About The US: A Counter-Hegemonic Proposal For July 4th. popularresistance.org As a great protest against this U.S. offensive at the global level, the Network in Defense of Humanity-Cuba (REDH) joins the initiative launched on June 15 in Moscow, to celebrate the first International Day of Independence from U.S. Influence this July 4, 2023. This call is part of the great international project "Get out of the American Sector", and it is necessary that it responds in turn to the need for international counter-hegemonic, anti-colonialist, anti-capitalist and anti-imperialist articulation. A recent study shows that the United States has launched nearly 400 military interventions since its indepe…
(2023-07-06). The Curse Of DJ Vlad: Quando Rondo Added To Long List Of Rappers Catching Fed Cases After Vlad Coverage. moguldom.com Is there a curse for rappers who appear on DJ Vlad's show? Rapper Quando Rondo has appeared on Vlad's show, which runs on YouTube, and just recently had his home raided. There have long been questions about DJ Vlad's credibility as a journalist. Born Vladimir Lyubovny, he is a former rap mixtape DJ who transitioned …
(2023-07-06). KeKe Palmer's Child's Father Called 'Crusty' And 'Kept Hoe' For Speaking Out Against Twerky Dress: 'I Have Standards And Morals'. moguldom.com New mother KeKe Palmer went out for a night on the town to take in a performance by Usher. Nationally, the actress had to dress to impress. But, according to her boyfriend, the father of her six-month-old son, Palmer was giving off the wrong impression—and he took his opinion to social media. Commenting on a Twitter …
(2023-07-06). Human suffering worsens in DRC, the heart of Africa. mronline.org 
A million more Congolese people have been displaced to satisfy the resource hunger of the industrialized world.
(2023-07-06). Buena Fe Group to open La Isla de la Musica stage in Havana. plenglish.com Havana, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Buena Fe Cuban group will inaugurate today the central stage of La Isla de la Musica (Islansd of Music) with a big concert, a new recreational space in this capital that opens its doors with the summer in Cuba.
(2023-07-06). Deputies continue visit in central province on economic objectives. plenglish.com Santa Clara, Cuba, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Deputies to the National Assembly of People's Power of Cuba (parliament), led by the President of the nation, Miguel Diaz-Canel, visited today economic objectives of this central territory following a schedule of the legislative body.
(2023-07-06). Anti-Israel Operations In The West Bank. An Israeli Soldier Was Killed (Video). southfront.org 
Originally published by Following an armed attack by a Palestinian youth on a group of Israeli soldiers near the Kedumim settlement in the West Bank, an Israeli soldier was killed and another was wounded. | On July 6, a 19-year-old Palestinian youth named "Ahmad Yasin Hillal Gheithan" targeted a group of Israel…
(2023-07-06). In Video: Battle For Pyatikhatki And Ukrainian Losses. southfront.org
(2023-07-06). In Video: POWs Describe Current Situation In Ranks Of Ukrainian Army. southfront.org
(2023-07-06). Military Situation In Bakhmut Region On July 6, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
The AFU launched a new series of attacks on Russian positions near Berkhivka; | Russian forces launched a counter attack and took back control of some positions west of Berkhivka; | The AFU resumed attacks on the village of Razdolovka; | Clashes between the AFU and Russian forces continue near Klishchiivka; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions in Bogdanivka; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions in Ivanivske; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions in Stupoch…
(2023-07-06). Military Situation In Kupyansk Region, Ukraine, On July 6, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
(2023-07-06). Military Situation In Southern Ukraine On July 6, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Clashes are ongoing near Pryyutne village; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Orekhov; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Robotyne; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Makarivka; | Up to 165 Ukrainian servicemen, 3 armored vehicles, 3 motor vehicles, 2 howitzers were destroyed in Zaporozhye region, according to the Russian MOD; | Up to 130 Ukrainian servicemen, 8 motor vehicles, 1 Gvozdika howit…
(2023-07-06). Military Situation In Syria On July 6, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
On July 6, the Russian Ministry of Defense recorded no cases of hostilities and ceasefire violations in Idlib region in the past 24 hours; | On July 6, five militia members were killed in clashes between Turkish-backed forces in Ras al-Ain; | On July 5, three Russian warplanes intercepted three US drones in northeastern Syria, according to the US Air Forces Central Command; | On July 5, clashes between the SAA and gunmen from the town of Tafas resulted in the death of a gu…
(2023-07-06). Military Situation In Ukraine On July 6, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Stupochki and Vyemka; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Stelmakhovka; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Dibrova; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Kupyansk; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Pervomayskoye; | Russian forces destroyed 40 Ukrainian servicemen, 2 armored vehicles, 2 pickups, 1 M777 artillery system in Kupyansk area; | Russian forces destroyed 90 Ukrainian servicemen, 3 ar…
(2023-07-06). The Fossil Fuel Proliferation Threat. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image | Written by Dr. Binoy Kampmark | Climate change negotiations and debates are characterised by some curious features. For one, there are interminable stretches of discussion that never seem to feature the agents of cause. Chatter about horrendous fires, toxic smoke, and environmental degradation often skirts around the culprit of anthropogenic change, so ably aided by fossil fuels. | With the fossil fuel industries of so many countries buried in the treaty back cover and the…
(2023-07-06). Iran Denies Attempting To Seize Tankers In Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Navy Shares Footage. southfront.org 
An undated picture of an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy patrol craft. | A senior Iranian military source denied The U.S. Navy claimed that Iranian vessels attempted to seize a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker TRF Moss in the Gulf of Oman, and after about th…
(2023-07-06). Israel Attacked Targets Near Syria's Damascus Overnight — Report. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image. Source: the Israeli Air Force. | A series of Israeli airstrikes hit targets near the Syrian capital, Damascus, late on July 5, according to the Ynet news website. | Syrian media didn't report any attacks or explosions near Damascus. Yent said that the Syrian military did not use air defenses against the airstrikes as it normally does. According to the Hebrew news website, the alleged airstrikes targeted warehouses storing "advanced Iranian weapons." | I…
(2023-07-06). Israeli Army Shells South Lebanon After Rare Rocket Attack (Video). southfront.org 
An Israeli artillery unit on the Gaza border during Operation Breaking Dawn, in an image published by the military on August 9, 2022. (Israel Defense Forces) | On July 6, a rocket launched from Lebanon's South governorate, the heartland of Hezbollah, at the Israeli-occupied village of Ghajar. | The Israel Defense Forces said it was in response carrying out artillery strikes against the area where the rocket was launched. According to Lebanon's Al-Manar TV, linked to Hezbollah, at l…
(2023-07-06). Russian Army Repels Several Attacks In Donetsk, Inflicts More Losses On Kiev Forces (Videos). southfront.org 
File image. | The Russian military has repelled several new attacks in the Donetsk sectors and inflicted more losses on Kiev forces. | The Yug Group Forces said on July 6 that it had repelled Ukrainian attacks in the directions of Soledaro-Artemovsky, Avdeevsky and Maryinsky. The group added that its aviation also attacked gatherings of manpower and equipment near Kleshcheevka. | In addition, the group's artillery destroyed two D-20, one D-30, one American-made M777 and one German-made Panze…
(2023-07-06). Russian Army Struck Ukrainian Troops Deployment Sites, Storage Facilities For Western Weapons. southfront.org 
File image. | The Russian military delivered an overnight strike by seaborne precision weapons on the deployment sites of Ukrainian troops and foreign mercenaries and Western armor storage facilities, a spokesman for the Russian Ministry of Defense, Lieutenant General Igor Konashenkov, reported on July 6."Last night, the Russian Armed Forces delivered a massive strike by seaborne long-range precision weapons against the temporary deployment sites of the Ukrainian army personnel and foreign mercena…
(2023-07-06). Two ISIS Terrorists Killed In Diyala In Pinpoint Iraqi Strikes (Video, Photos). southfront.org 
Iraqi Air Force F-16s during a training sortie on July 18, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Drzazgowski) | On July 6, the Iraqi Air Force (IQAF) carried out airstrikes against a hideout of ISIS terrorists in the district of al-'Abara in the eastern province of Diyala. | In a statement, the official Security Media Cell said that the IQAF targeted the hideout in coordination with the Iraqi National Intelligence Service. A security force inspected the hideout after the airstrikes, where the dead bodies of…
(2023-07-06). U.S. Drones Violated Russian-Syrian Drills Area, Almost Got Shot Down (Video). southfront.org 
A fully armed MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle taxis down the runway at an air base in Afghanistan on its way to another wartime mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Brian Ferguson). | The United States has claimed that Russian fighter jets harassed its drones over Syria, while Russia said that the drones were flying in an area where joint drills with the Syrian military are taking place. | Russian fighter jets harassed American combat drones on an anti-ISIS mission over Syria, the U.S. military said late…
(2023-07-06). Victories On Auxiliary Front Of Ukrainian Offensive. southfront.org 
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(2023-07-06). The U.S.- NATO Hate — Campaign Against Russia And China. southfront.org 
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(2023-07-06). U.S. military trains in Hawai'i to target China. workers.org 
Military installations on O'ahu, Hawai'i Near the town of Wahiawā on the occupied Hawaiian island of O'ahu, the U.S. army is gearing up for war with China at the Lightning Academy, the 25th Infantry Division's training camp near Schofield Barracks. Here, the Jungle Operations Training Course (JOTC) takes place over . . . |
(2023-07-06). Philly is a trans city 'Moms for fascism not welcome here'. workers.org 
Activist Sam Rise leads chants against Moms for Liberty, Philadelphia, June 29, 2023. Philadelphia In multiple demonstrations and solidarity actions throughout Moms for Liberty's four-day convention in Philadelphia, thousands turned out to tell the hate group: "Philly is a trans city; Philly is a Black city, and you're not welcome . . . |
(2023-07-06). Graceless at Lord's: The Class Goons Strike Back. dissidentvoice.org What are the English other than their excruciatingly worn class, kitted out with a code of manners revocable at an instant? A streak of traditional Englishness, as A. A. Gill wrote, stresses bullying. It made them great in the hope of making others small. A towering creature like Charles James Fox may well have added …
(2023-07-06). "First 30 days recap" with Brian Berletic, Kalibrated Episode #54. thealtworld.com Brain Berletic joins me again to recap the first 30 days of the Ukrainian counter offensive and contemplate how Ukraine can turn it around.
(2023-07-06). Protesters say no to Tamil refugee deportation. greenleft.org.au Fifty people protested outside the Melbourne Immigration Transit Accommodation in support of Dixtan Arulruban, a Tamil refugee threatened with deportation to Sri Lanka. Chris Slee reports.
(2023-07-06). Houston Sues State of Texas Over "Death Star" Law Minimizing Local Governments. truthout.org The city of Houston is suing the state of Texas over a new law that severely restricts the kinds of ordinances and regulations that can be enacted by municipalities. House Bill 2127 became law last month after it was signed by Gov. Greg Abbott (R). It is often described as the "Death Star" law by its critics, who use the term — based on a fictional space station from the Star Wars franchise that… |
(2023-07-06). More Than 700K Ohioans Sign Ballot Initiative to Protect Abortion Rights. truthout.org This November, Ohio voters will get to decide whether to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution, as organizers have collected more than 700,000 signatures to place the question on a ballot initiative. The signatures have not yet been certified, but any challenges to them are likely to fail, as organizers obtained 710,131 signatures in total — nearly 300,000 more signatures than the… |
(2023-07-06). Florida Residents And Real Estate Investors Are Being Dropped By Insurance Companies, Prices Skyrocket. moguldom.com Homeowners insurance in Florida is the most expensive in the U.S., up 42 percent in the last year alone and rising as Floridians pay an average of $6,000 per year for premiums in 2023 compared to $1,700 for the rest of the country. Despite the rising costs, Florida homeowners are being squeezed even more by …
(2023-07-06). El silencio de la OTAN sobre sus ejércitos privados en Ucrania. globalizacion.ca El pasado 25 de abril, en una conferencia de prensa en Nueva York, el canciller ruso Sergei Lavrov fue consultado sobre la relación entre el gobierno de Vladimir Putin y el Grupo Wagner. El entrevistado no sólo no rechazó esta…
(2023-07-06). Lukashenko Says Wagner Chief Prigozhin Is in Russia. news.antiwar.com Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said Thursday that Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was now in Russia, raising questions about the deal between Moscow and the mercenary leader that ended his short-lived mutiny. "As for Evgeny Prigozhin, he is in St. Petersburg. Maybe he went to Moscow, but he is not on Belarusian soil," Lukashenko said, according …
(2023-07-06). Report: Former Senior US Officials Held Secret Talks With Russians. news.antiwar.com A group of former senior US officials has held talks with influential Russians, including Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in an effort to lay the groundwork for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, NBC News reported on Thursday. The meeting with Lavrov took place when he was in New York for a UN Security Council …
(2023-07-06). As Israel Smashes Up Jenin, Its British Apologists Are Enabling This Violence. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). The New York Times Has Decided We Need to Cut Social Security and Medicare. cepr.net The New York Times editorial board came to a shocking realization this week: we are living on borrowed money. That was the headline of an editorial it ran calling for deficit reduction. Having discovered the deficit, the piece then went on to call for a combination of increased revenue and reduced spending to reduce the …
(2023-07-06). Things Just Keep Getting Worse in China, Now They Are Running Out of Jobs. cepr.net Remember all those stories in the New York Times, Washington Post, National Public Radio, and elsewhere telling us about the looming disaster facing China because of its declining population. The problem was that the declining population meant a smaller workforce, which would be a drag on the economy. It turns out that things in China …
(2023-07-06). The Federal Reserve Has Been a Disaster for America. How the Fed Triggers "Bank Insolvency" globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Blood Clots: Major Problem with Pfizer & Moderna COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines. Some Are Lucky to Survive Like NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Firefighters Are Dying Suddenly. Another COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine-Mandated Group Suffering From Injuries & Deaths. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Coco Lee, popular Chinese American singer, dies by suicide at 48. ecns.cn Coco Lee, a popular singer and the first Chinese American to perform at the Oscars, died on Wednesday by suicide. She was 48 years old.
(2023-07-06). Xi underlines prioritizing people's safety. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has directed authorities at all levels to prioritize the safety of people and property and make concerted efforts to step up emergency response to floods, mudslides and other natural disasters triggered by torrential rainfall in the country.
(2023-07-06). China lodges concerns with IAEA approval of nuclear water discharge. ecns.cn China has expressed regret over the International Atomic Energy Agency's endorsement of Japan's discharge of nuclear-contaminated water from its Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station.
(2023-07-06). Obesity injection treatment receives regulatory approval. ecns.cn The first injection in China to treat obesity has received market authorization, providing another treatment options for those in need.
(2023-07-06). PLA dismisses fears over Rocket Force capability. ecns.cn The United States' military need not worry about China's missile force if it does not make provocations or intimidation, a media outlet under the People's Liberation Army said.
(2023-07-06). China's nuclear safety agency decries Japan's plan to release radioactive wastewater into sea. ecns.cn There are still many problems with the legitimacy of discharging the contaminated water into the sea, the reliability of Japan's purification system and the completeness of its monitoring plan, it stressed.
(2023-07-06). Police continue purge of online rumormongering. ecns.cn Police across the country have investigated some 1,600 cases involving the spread of rumors online and removed around 420,000 posts since April, according to the Ministry of Public Security on Tuesday.
(2023-07-06). Russia seeks to reconnect to SWIFT payments. ecns.cn Russia on Tuesday restated its demand that its state agricultural bank be reconnected to the global SWIFT payments system to avert the collapse of the Black Sea grain deal, and said it would not accept a reported compromise proposal.
(2023-07-06). Universities reopen to public visits. ecns.cn After more than three years, a number of top universities in China, such as Peking University and Tsinghua University, will allow the public to enter the campus starting on Saturday.
(2023-07-06). HKPM celebrates 1-year anniversary, grows closer to Chinese mainland. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM), a noted cultural landmark in Hong Kong that is the counterpart to the Palace Museum in Beijing, celebrated its one-year anniversary on Monday.
(2023-07-06). China to strive for new breakthroughs in critical mineral exploration: minister. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) will focus closely on the national strategic needs and implement another round of strategic actions to seek breakthroughs in critical mineral exploration and expand production capacity.
(2023-07-06). 1st batch of Honduran students transferred to mainland universities from Taiwan: FM. ecns.cn The first batch of a total of 26 Honduran students has transferred from the island of Taiwan to embark their studies in the Chinese mainland on Tuesday, which is believed to contribute to friendly exchanges between the two countries.
(2023-07-06). Travel market heats up as temperatures soar. ecns.cn Soaring summer temperatures are fueling Chinese consumers' enthusiasm for travel, and the scorching travel market this summer is expected to comprehensively surpass levels seen in 2019 before the COVID-19 outbreak.
(2023-07-06). (W.E. Talk) Prokopios Pavlopoulos：Why is the dialogue between China and the West so important？. ecns.cn Former Greek president and professor of law at the University of Athens, Prokopis Pavlopoulos, discussed the significance of China-Greece cultural exchange and mutual learning, as well as its power in promoting the construction of a community with a shared future for mankind.
(2023-07-06). No justice, no peace in France. mronline.org 
"Tout le monde deteste la police!"—Everyone hates the police—was chanted at demonstrations and riots across France last week.
(2023-07-06). Planet Earth is 'quite sick': 7 of 8 boundaries for safe and just world already breached, study says. mronline.org 
"Nothing less than a just global transformation… is required to ensure human well-being," researchers wrote.
(2023-07-06). 'The gravity of the situation cannot be overstated': an eyewitness account from the Israeli assault on Jenin. mronline.org 
As the occupation relentlessly tightens its grip on the Jenin refugee camp, the message is crystal clear—punish the stronghold of popular resistance. But they will not succeed and will only breed a new generation to carry the torch.
(2023-07-06). Ukraine destroyed the Kakhovka dam: a forensic assessment. mronline.org 
In multiple ways, the dam's destruction echoes the 2022 destruction of the Russian-owned Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
(2023-07-06). World's richest added $852 billion to their fortunes in first half of 2023. mronline.org 
Each member of the Bloomberg Billionaires Index made an average of over $14 million per day over the last six months—even as 47 percent of the world's population barely survived on $6.25 a day.
(2023-07-06). America Has Just Destroyed a Great Empire. scheerpost.com 
By Michael Hudson / CounterPunch Herodotus (History, Book 1.53) tells the story of Croesus, king of Lydia c. 585-546 BC in what is now Western Turkey and the Ionian shore of the Mediterranean. Croesus conquered Ephesus, Miletus and neighboring Greek-speaking realms, obtaining tribute and booty that made him one of the richest rulers of his …
(2023-07-06). As We Celebrate Independence, the US Stifles Freedoms Around the Globe. scheerpost.com 
(2023-07-06). Keir Starmer's Special Relationship With the Murdoch Press. scheerpost.com 
As England and Wales' senior public prosecutor, Keir Starmer accepted more hospitality from Rupert Murdoch-owned newspapers than the rest of the British press combined, indicating his current cultivation of the Murdoch media is a long-term project.
(2023-07-06). Patrick Lawrence: We Need to Talk About Nahel. scheerpost.com 
By Patrick Lawrence / Original to ScheerPost What is it about France these days? La republique seems to be ever on the brink of exploding over one or another social question. Twice in the past four months the French have erupted in protests and all too often rioting. In March they took to the streets, …
(2023-07-06). Behind high court's assault on civil rights. workers.org 
Protest outside Supreme Court building, June 30, 2023. "Equal justice under law." These words are inscribed above the main entrance to the Supreme Court Building. They are a deception and a lie! Three rulings on June 29 and 30 should have shattered any lingering illusion that the Supreme Court of . . . |
(2023-07-06). Uruguay y el agua: El día cero. globalizacion.ca Compartimos esta crónica del semanario cooperativo Brecha, de Uruguay, sobre la falta de agua potable en Montevideo, ´el primer caso en el mundo de una ciudad capital que llegó a esa situación de colapso ´. Los dilemas cotidianos en la zona…
(2023-07-06). Brasil — Las alucinaciones de un Golpe de Estado frustrado. globalizacion.ca A medida que pasan los días, como en una caja de pandora, se conocen cada vez más detalles de la intentona de Golpe fracasada que planificaron el entorno más cercano del ex Presidente Bolsonaro. | Con la información obtenida desde los…
(2023-07-06). La inelegibilidad de Bolsonaro y el desmonte de la extrema derecha. globalizacion.ca Cuando restaban pocas horas para que el Sistema Judicial brasileño concluyera sus actividades semestrales para entrar en el receso de invierno -por un mes a partir del 1 de julio-, el Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF) determinó la inelegibilidad de Jair…
(2023-07-06). Selected Articles: Despite Warnings, IAEA Approves Japan Release Plan for Contaminated Fukushima Water. globalresearch.ca 
By Despite years of protest and warnings from environmentalists, the United Nation's nuclear watchdog on Tuesday approved a plan by…
(2023-07-06). Is China's Export Control a Precise Counterattack against US, Japan and the Netherlands? dissidentvoice.org 
(2023-07-06). Southern racism is trying to kill Rodney Reed. workers.org 
Houston When Rodney Reed was sent to death row 25 years ago, his crime was being a Black man in a racist Texas county who was guilty of having a consensual romantic relationship with a white woman. This crime has historically caused Black men to be lynched, or if they . . . |
(2023-07-06). Bill to legalise personal pot introduced in NSW, Vic, WA. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Costly amalgamations: the university merger mania. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Daniel Ellsberg: the establishment whistleblower. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Feminista Melbourne pays tribute to JàÆna Amini. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Former ADF major says military industrial complex 'keeps us chained to the past'. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Korean community protests Fukushima waste plan. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Nauru's refugee stain and Australia's complicity. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). No to AUKUS nuclear submarine meeting draws hundreds. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Postal workers fight for an activist union. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Public housing residents call action to save Barak Beacon Estate. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Socialist Sarah Hathway elected to the City of Greater Geelong Council. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). Trans rights are human rights, protesters say. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-06). The WHO and European Commission (EC) Launch Digital Health Initiative. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Petro interviene, con Emergencia social y económica, los graves problemas de la Guajira. globalizacion.ca Presidente Gustavo Petro, rompe bloqueo de la ultraderecha fascista | Aunque los sectores de la ultraderecha reaccionaria quieren acorralar el gobierno del presidente Gustavo Petro para provocar su parálisis institucional y el colapso de todas las entidades públicas, lo que está…
(2023-07-06). Egyptian, German FMs discuss Sudan and Palestine. plenglish.com Cairo, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and his German counterpart Annalena Baerbock reportedly discussed several issues of common interest, especially the crisis in Sudan and Palestine.
(2023-07-06). Salvadorian authorities rely on international observation. plenglish.com San Salvador, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Salvadorian authorities rely on international observation to ensure the smooth running of 2024's elections, a source from the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) stated on Thursday.
(2023-07-06). What To The Exploited Working Class And Poor In A Capitalist Dictatorship Is The Fourth Of July? popularresistance.org Here's a little Fourth of July Critical Race and Labor History for you: On July 2, 1777 , Vermont became the first colony to abolish slavery when it ratified its first constitution and became a sovereign country, a status it maintained until its admittance to the union in 1791 as the 14th state in the United States. However, Harvey Amani Whitfield , author of The Problem of Slavery in Early Vermont, 1777-1810, writes that slavery in Vermont was gradually phased out over a period of multiple decades. Additionally, the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) staff write in "Vermont 1777: Ea…
(2023-07-06). New Campaign Aims to Unseat House Republicans Who Have Sabotaged Debt Relief. truthout.org A new campaign launched Thursday aims to channel widespread anger over the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling against student debt cancellation into an effort to unseat House Republicans who have opposed and attempted to sabotage debt relief every step of the way. Launched by the nonprofit Protect Borrowers Action, the campaign will focus its attention on more than a dozen Republican-held seats in… |
(2023-07-06). World's Richest Added Average of $14M Per Day to Their Wealth Over Past 6 Months. truthout.org The 500 richest people on the planet collectively added $852 billion to their fortunes in the first half of 2023 due in large part to a record-breaking rally in the U.S. stock market. According to a Bloomberg analysis of its Billionaires Index, the world's richest people added an average of $14 million per day to their wealth over the past six months, "the best half-year for billionaires since the… |
(2023-07-06). US Court Victory Against Online Censorship. popularresistance.org A judge in Louisiana has barred the F.B.I. and other government agencies from asking social media companies to suppress free speech, reports Joe Lauria. | A U.S. federal judge on Tuesday issued a temporary injunction against a number of government agencies preventing them from talking to social media firms for "the purpose of urging, encouraging, pressuring, or inducing in any manner the removal, deletion, suppression, or reduction of content containing protected free speech." | Judge Terry Doughty of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana ruled that the agencies couldn't identify specific…
(2023-07-06). Ukraine Timeline Tells the Story. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Circle the Wagons: The Government Is On the Warpath. dissidentvoice.org 
Once a government is committed to the principle of silencing the voice of opposition, it has only one way to go, and that is down the path of increasingly repressive measures, until it becomes a source of terror to all its citizens and creates a country where everyone lives in fear. — Harry S. Truman …
(2023-07-06). Despite Warnings, IAEA Approves Japan Release Plan for Contaminated Fukushima Water. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2023-07-06). After Marathon Sessions, UPS Negotiations Collapse. popularresistance.org Around 4 a.m., UPS walked away from the bargaining table after presenting an unacceptable offer to the Teamsters that did not address members' needs. The UPS Teamsters National Negotiating Committee unanimously rejected the package. | Following marathon negotiations, UPS refused to give the Teamsters a last, best, and final offer, telling the union the company had nothing more to give. | "This multibillion-dollar corporation has plenty to give American workers — they just don't want to," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien. "UPS had a choice to make, and they have clearly chosen to go down the…
(2023-07-06). Artificial Intelligence: More US Coercive Diplomacy. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Watchdog Urges Biden to Abandon Any Plans to Supply Ukraine With Cluster Bombs. truthout.org An independent weapons watchdog on Thursday implored the Biden administration to abandon any plans it has to provide the Ukrainian government with cluster bombs. While the White House has yet to finalize its decision, the State Department is expected to invoke a waiver under U.S. arms export laws that would allow stockpiled cluster munitions to be transferred to Ukraine, which is currently waging… |
(2023-07-06). Israel's Bloodcurdling 'Poison Policy' to Replace Palestinians with Jewish Settlers. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Biden Calls Cuba "Terrorist" While the People Demand an End to U.S. Terrorism against Cuba. masspeaceaction.org
(2023-07-06). Washington Drops Drug Trafficking Charges Against Operation Gideon Commander. orinocotribune.com
(2023-07-06). The Magazine the NRA Doesn't Want You to Know About. progressive.org
(2023-07-06). The U.S.-NATO Hate-Campaign Against Russia and China. theduran.com
(2023-07-06). Background Paper: Russia, United States & Ukraine. sonar21.com 
INTRODUCTION This paper is written to help address a recurring question concerning the Ukraine conflict: whether Russia is moving fast enough to finish its Special Military Operation (SMO)? In order…
(2023-07-06). Experts consider as a failure Israeli offensive against Jenin. plenglish.com Ramallah, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Palestinian experts consider that Israel failed to achieve its objectives after attacking the city of Jenin, on the West Bank, and its neighboring refugee camp.
(2023-07-06). India and Palestine conclude project in health sector. plenglish.com New Delhi, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) India and Palestine ended and examined cooperation projects, mainly in health, as part of the visit of Ausaf Sayeed, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of India, to Ramallah.
(2023-07-06). India hosts G20 meeting on space economy. plenglish.com New Delhi, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) India hosts the fourth meeting on the space economy under the presidency of the Group of Twenty (G20) aiming at improving the participation of this sector in global dynamics in a responsible and sustainable manner.
(2023-07-06). Meeting On the Way to the Amazon Summit begins in Colombia. plenglish.com Bogotá, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) The meeting under the name On the Way to the Amazon Summit, which will take place in Colombia, aims to unite proposals, assume political commitments focused on reversing the accelerated deterioration of the Amazon forest and work for its restoration.
(2023-07-06). National Liberation Army of Colombia stops offensive operations. plenglish.com Bogotá, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) The National Liberation Army (ELN) will stop offensive operations in virtue of the agreements reached with the national government in the third cycle of talks held in Havana.
(2023-07-06). NGO denounces attacks by the Israeli army and its impunity. plenglish.com Ramallah, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) The Norwegian Council for Refugees denounced that Israel used unjustified lethal force, forcibly displaced Palestinians and destroyed homes with impunity during its incursion into the city of Jenin and the refugee camp.
(2023-07-06). Rwanda willing to support multilateral force requested by Haiti. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) The President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, assured that he is willing to support the multilateral force requested by Haiti to combat the gangs in the face of the upsurge in violence.
(2023-07-06). Vietnam expects record exports of transport means and spare parts. plenglish.com Hanoi, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Vietnamese companies in the industry, forecast that Vietnam can reach the end of 2023 with a year-on-year increase of around 14 percent in exports of means of transportation and spare parts.
(2023-07-06). June Jobs Preview: What to Expect in the June Jobs Report. cepr.net June Jobs Preview: What to Expect in the June Jobs Report The job market has been looking much more normal in recent months, although it is still arguably creating jobs at a faster rate than can be sustained over any substantial period. Wage growth has slowed markedly from its pace at the start of 2022. …
(2023-07-06). Israel's rampage in Jenin changes nothing. electronicintifada.net Compounding injustices only galvanize resistance.
(2023-07-06). Making Peace with Russia, One Handshake at a Time. Dimitri Lascaris. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). At Least 45 Percent of US Tap Water Contaminated With PFAS "Forever Chemicals" truthout.org The United States Geological Survey (USGS) announced on Wednesday that at least 45 percent of tap water nationwide is likely contaminated with one or more type of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS, a family of harmful "forever chemicals" that do not break down in the environment and can now be widely detected in water supplies and virtually all of our bodies. |
(2023-07-06). I Gave Interview To RealTruthTalk Guys… smoothiex12.blogspot.com today. Enjoy, if you will.
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(2023-07-06). Mr. President, Mr. President… smoothiex12.blogspot.com I also cried because I couldn't see you because of the crowd. Any chance you can invite me to Kremlin to show me around? Please, pretty-pretty please, Mr. President. I am a boy, Andrei Martyanov, ahem, 60 years old. I can go without my family, just me alone;))) But jokes aside, this PR was not PR with the girl herself. One cannot fake true emotions of this adorable child and the way she ran to Putin. Beautiful Dagestani family and Putin, as always, pure class and very genuinely warm and touched by this girl. I will omit comparison here to you know who… Simply is not necessary, everything was captured "on…
(2023-07-06). San Salvador Games has a flavor of coffee. plenglish.com San Salvador, Jul 5 (Prensa Latina) Athletes, managers and press attending the 24th Central Caribbean Games can enjoy the aroma and flavor that currently make Salvadoran coffee one of the most preferred in the world.
(2023-07-06). The Federal Reserve Has Been a Disaster for America. thealtworld.com Like all indoctrinated economics PhDs, I used to teach students that the Federal Reserve was created as a central bank in order to provide cash to banks experiencing a run on deposits so that bank failures would not become general and collapse the money supply and, thereby, employment and output. It all sounds so reasonable and rational until you realize that finance least of all is idealistic. | The Federal Reserve was actually created in order to save the big New York banks from their greed-driven mistakes, and that is the Fed's principal activity. In recent decades the Fed has gone beyond merely saving the big…
(2023-07-06). SCO Denounces Confrontation And Protectionist Policies. popularresistance.org The New Delhi Declaration was adopted on Tuesday, July 4, after a virtual meeting of the leaders of the nine-member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). The declaration underlined the need for stronger and more effective international regimes and vowed to work for a more "just, democratic and multipolar world order." | The 23rd meeting of the Council of Head of States was hosted by India virtually. Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the meeting along with leaders from Central Asian countries.
(2023-07-06). Cluster Bombs for Ukraine? A Warning From Kosovo. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Wallmapu: ´la CAM goza de buena salud ª afirma Héctor Llaitul. indybay.org
(2023-07-06). The Sound of Freedom: There is a global epidemic of children being abducted and trafficked. expose-news.com Recently, a lot is being written and said on the subject of human trafficking and modern-day slavery, particularly due to the upcoming release of the highly anticipated film 'The Sound of Freedom' …
(2023-07-06). Net Zero policies will make people poorer, colder and less free, MP says. expose-news.com During a debate on Energy Infrastructure in the House of Commons yesterday, Andrew Bridgen, Member of Parliament for North West Leicestershire, reminded the Commons the only certain thing about net zero is …
(2023-07-06). "We no longer have freedom," says son of persecuted Canadian pastor to EU Parliament. expose-news.com On Tuesday, Nathaniel Pawlowski testified in the European Parliament about the tyranny in Canada. "Canada has fallen, we no longer have freedom of religion, freedom of speech, or the right to protest, …
(2023-07-06). Dr. Denis Rancourt: COVID Injections Have Killed 13 Million People Worldwide. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). In 31 States, Utilities Can Shut Off Electricity for Nonpayment Amid Heat Waves. truthout.org Millions of Americans have already been sweltering through heat waves this summer, and forecasters warn of hot months ahead. July 3 and 4, 2023, were two of the hottest days, and possibly the hottest, on satellite record globally. For people who struggle to afford air conditioning, the rising need for cooling is a growing crisis. An alarming number of Americans risk losing access to utility… |
(2023-07-06). The Richest 10% Are Starting to Feel the Pinch, but Will That Change How They Think About Inequality? inequality.org Media attention is often focused on the power the very richest 1% have in politics and society. But, the mindset and motivations of a much larger group just beneath them is often overlooked. The top 10% of income earners — managers and professionals in the media, business, politics, and academia — wield significant influence in …
(2023-07-06). DeSantis' weaponized FL justice system & beloved prosecutorial crony – quid pro quo. indybay.org November 2018 saw the election of DeSantis and his strong ally State's Attorney Amira Fox who later enjoyed multiple appointments by DeSantis including Fox's appointment to the investigation of DeSantis' first major law enforcement appointee Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony for perjury in his law enforcement applications. Fox let Sheriff Tony walk free on the obvious perjury and then enjoyed another gracious DeSantis appointment to a commission.
(2023-07-06). Economic Conditions Continue To Worsen For Millions. dissidentvoice.org 
While the monopoly-controlled media incessantly promotes disinformation, incoherence, and irrationalism about the U.S. economy, real people are experiencing harder economic conditions with each passing month. Below are 30 recent statistics that bear this out. ***** "More than half — 54% — of American millennials and Gen Z are still financially dependent on their parents, according …
(2023-07-06). Americans Are Voting To DECREASE Democracy. leecamp.com
(2023-07-06). U.S. Is The Only Country Where Workers Can't Do This One Thing. leecamp.com
(2023-07-06). Judge Smacks Down Big Pharma In Cancer Lawsuits & NY School Performed Illegal Surgeries On Children. trofire.com A court has ruled that Johnson and Johnson can NOT hide behind bankruptcy to avoid lawsuits. Plus, a special needs school in New York is being sued for running, what one former employee calls, a complete scam operation costing taxpayers millions. Mike Papantonio & Farron Cousins discuss more. Transcript: *This transcript was generated by a third-party transcription software company, …
(2023-07-06). Nitrate Gas Inhalation Leaves 16 Dead in South Africa. telesurenglish.net At least 16 people were confirmed dead on Wednesday evening following suspected gas inhalation at an informal settlement in Boksburg, east of Johannesburg. | Related: | Initial investigation indicates that it could be linked to illegal gold mining in the area, local media quoted emergency authorities as saying. | Nitrate oxide gas is often used by illegal gold miners to extract gold from soil stolen from abandoned mine shafts. | One of the gas cylin…
(2023-07-06). BBC shilling for the fossil fuel industry in latest example of media climate bias. thecanary.co The BBC has platformed the views of fossil fuel giant Shell's boss in the latest shocking example of media bias on the climate crisis. In an article titled Oil giant Shell warns cutting production 'dangerous', the BBC interviewed Shell chief executive Wael Sawan. At the time of writing on 6 July, the public service broadcaster had …
(2023-07-06). MintPress Brings Together The Crem De La Creme Of Investigative Reporting. youtube.com 
Live on Indiegogo: www.indiegogo.com/projects/sa… Hello everyone, My name is Kit Klarenberg, I'm a journalist and, proud to say, a regular contributor to MintPress News. Together we work week in, week out, to expose the lies and crimes of empire. Ultimately, it is you and the risk that you could see through pro-war narratives that the …
(2023-07-06). ONU alerta gravedad del Cambio Climático en América Latina. telesurtv.net Los ciclones tropicales, las fuertes precipitaciones, las inundaciones, así como las severas sequías de varios años provocaron la pérdida de vidas y miles de millones en daños económicos a lo largo de 2022.
(2023-07-06). Presidente de Belarús insta a negociar paz en Ucrania. telesurtv.net Alexandr Lukashenko consideró que la lucha se intensificará en esa nación, pues dicho territorio todavía tiene reservas estratégicas considerables.
(2023-07-06). Brasil y Colombia pretenden ampliar conectividad en el Amazonas. telesurtv.net Los ministros de Comunicaciones analizaron la importancia geográfica que tiene la ciudad colombiana de Leticia para ser punto básico de la conectividad de la Amazonia.
(2023-07-06). Secretaria del Tesoro de EE.UU., Janet Yellen, llega a China. telesurtv.net Coincide con el quinto aniversario de la imposición de aranceles a importaciones chinas por valor de más de 300.000 millones de dólares por parte del gobierno estadounidense.
(2023-07-06). Avanza a más de 54% revisión de actas electorales en Guatemala. telesurtv.net La revisión de los resultados de las pasada elecciones generales fue ordenada por la Corte de Constitucionalidad ante demandas de fuerzas de derecha.
(2023-07-06). Prosigue, aún con denuncias, revisión de comicios en Guatemala. telesurtv.net El recuento de votos es criticado por fiscales de otros partidos quienes reiteraron que la apertura de las cajas es ilegal y no está especificada en la ley guatemalteca.
(2023-07-06). Tribunal europeo retira inmunidad parlamentaria a líder catalán. telesurtv.net Esta determinación abre paso a la emisión de una nueva orden de detención y entrega por parte del Tribunal Supremo para que rinda cuentas en España.
(2023-07-06). øCómo Frida Kahlo se convirtió en un ícono cultural mundial?>. telesurtv.net Este 6 de julio es el aniversario del natalicio hace 116 años de la artista mexicana Frida Kahlo, un nuevo ícono global.
(2023-07-06). Conoce las obras más icónicas del pintor Oswaldo Guayasamín. telesurtv.net La mayor parte de la obra de Oswaldo Guayasamín está transversalisada por la temática de la vida del indígena, el negro y mestizo en el continente.
(2023-07-06). Venezolana Yulimar Rojas rompe récord y gana oro en JCC. telesurtv.net El segundo puesto en esta competencia lo ocupó la cubana Leyanis Pérez, quien logró saltar 14.98 metros.
(2023-07-06). Aprueban nueva prórroga al estado de excepción en el sur de Chile. telesurtv.net El ente aprobó la solicitud del Ejecutivo con 103 votos a favor, 26 en contra y 15 abstenciones.
(2023-07-06). Perú declara emergencia por proceso eruptivo del volcán Ubinas. telesurtv.net Según la nota emitida por el Consejo de Ministros, esta instancia aprobó la normativa para proteger a las poblaciones cercanas al volcán más activo del país.
(2023-07-06). Venezuela y México ganan oro en aguas abiertas en San Salvador 2023. telesurtv.net El mexicano Strehlke salió airoso en la prueba de aguas abiertas, al derrotar en una apretada competencia al venezolano Diego Vera con ventaja de tres segundos.
(2023-07-06). Ciclista cubana gana contrarreloj individual en JJ.CC. 2023. telesurtv.net Arlenis Sierra domina la prueba. Las medallas de plata y bronce recaen en Diana Peñuela (Colombia) y Caitlin Conyers (Bermudas).
(2023-07-06). Israel lanza ataque con artillería contra el sur de Líbano. telesurtv.net Las fuerzas israelíes dispararon al menos 15 proyectiles de artillería contra una zona entre Kafr Shouba y Halta, cerca de la frontera entre ambos países.
(2023-07-06). Países No Alineados exigen reforzar el multilateralismo. telesurtv.net El sur global exige que los países cumplan sus compromisos internacionales en materia de paz y seguridad, desarme y no proliferación, desarrollo, cambio climático.
(2023-07-06). OPEP: mercado petrolero global goza de estabilidad. telesurtv.net Haitham Al-Ghais asevera que 80 por ciento de la energía se obtiene de los combustibles fósiles y no es posible migrar a otras fuentes en solo una década.
(2023-07-06). Buscan alternativas al agravarse la crisis hídrica en Uruguay. telesurtv.net Participan el presidente Lacalle Pou, autoridades de la OSE y ministros de Salud Pública, Ambiente y Economía y Finanzas.
(2023-07-06). Presidente Nicolás Maduro encabeza desfile cívico-militar por el aniversario de la independencia. telesurtv.net Patentizan la lealtad del pueblo y sus oficiales y soldados con sus principios y la historia patria.
(2023-07-06). Gobierno colombiano y ELN inician cese de operaciones ofensivas. telesurtv.net El Comando Central del ELN ordenó a sus miembros "cesar todas las actividades militares ofensivas" y de inteligencia "contra las Fuerzas Militares y de Policía".
(2023-07-06). Caricom anuncia libre circulación de personas para 2024. telesurtv.net La primera ministra de Barbados, Mia Mottley, subrayó que la intención es "permitir totalmente la libre circulación de todas las categorías de personas en el Mercado Único".
(2023-07-06). Caricom anuncia libre circulación de personas para principios de 2024. telesurtv.net La primera ministra de Barbados, Mia Mottley, subrayó que la intención es "permitir totalmente la libre circulación de todas las categorías de personas en el Mercado Único".
(2023-07-06). Parlamento de Uruguay aprueba un Fondo de Emergencia Hídrica. telesurtv.net El plan contempla disponer de unos 12 millones de dólares mensuales, que asegurarán el suministro del vital líquido a más de 500 mil personas en situación vulnerable.
(2023-07-06). Asesinan a firmante del Acuerdo de Paz en Tolima, Colombia. telesurtv.net Este hecho tuvo lugar cuando unas personas llegaron en una moto a donde estaba Jiménez Rada junto a unas amistades, y le dispararon.
(2023-07-06). Denuncian asesinato de lideresa social en Antioquia, Colombia. telesurtv.net Con Ludis Esther García Jaramillo son dos los líderes sociales asesinados en Ituango en menos de 24 horas.
(2023-07-06). Países de la Unión Europea firman acuerdo por derechos LGBTIQ. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de España, que asume la presidencia del Consejo de la UE, firmaron este documento junto a otros 15 estados miembros.
(2023-07-06). Presidente Arce y Evo Morales acuden a clausura de Juegos Estudiantiles Plurinacionales del Trópico de Cochabamba. telesurtv.net El acto fue realizado en el estadio Bicentenario de Villa Tunari, en Chapare, y también contó con la participación de otras autoridades del país.
(2023-07-06). Presidente Arce y Evo Morales acuden a clausura de Juegos Estudiantiles Plurinacionales. telesurtv.net El acto fue realizado en el estadio Bicentenario de Villa Tunari, en Chapare, y también contó con la participación de otras autoridades del país.
(2023-07-06). Alertan sobre más de 60.000 refugiados del conflicto en Sudán. telesurtv.net La OIM destaca la barrera del idioma como el desafío clave para proporcionar servicios necesarios a los desplazados.
(2023-07-06). Fuga de gas deja al menos 17 muertos en norte de Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net Al llegar al lugar, los servicios de emergencia detectaron que era una fuga de nitrato de óxido, un gas muy venenoso.
(2023-07-06). Honduras extiende estado de excepción hasta el 19 de agosto. telesurtv.net Según autoridades hondureñas, si la criminalidad sigue descendiendo, sería la última ampliación del estado de excepción.
(2023-07-06). Azerbaiyán insta a MNOAL a luchar contra el neocolonialismo. telesurtv.net El presidente de Azerbaiyán condenó, además, que París apoye el separatismo armenio en la región de Nagorno Karabaj.
(2023-07-06). OPEP+ busca dar estabilidad al mercado petrolero mundial. telesurtv.net El presidente de turno de la OPEP afirmó que el mundo tampoco podrá prescindir de esa fuente fósil en un futuro previsible.
(2023-07-06). Ordenan en Perú incautar bienes a exmandatario Pedro Castillo. telesurtv.net Procuraduría General solicitó la incautación de tres bienes inmuebles de Castillo en el departamento de Cajamarca.
(2023-07-06). Lluvias en el suroeste de China provocan al menos 15 muertos. telesurtv.net Presidente chino instó a que se dé máxima prioridad a mantener a salvo a los residentes y a minimizar las pérdidas.
(2023-07-06). Bolivia inicia vacunación contra la influenza y Covid-19. telesurtv.net La epidemia de influenzas se presentó hace mas de dos meses con un alto índice de contagios…
(2023-07-06). México continúa a la cabeza del medallero de los XXIV JCC. telesurtv.net En el sexto lugar, acumulando un total de 83 medallas en los juegos, se encuentra República Dominicana.
(2023-07-06). Doce países africanos recibirán vacuna contra la malaria. telesurtv.net Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Camerún, República Democrática del Congo, Liberia, Níger, Sierra Leona y Uganda figuran entre los beneficiados.
(2023-07-06). Gobierno de Suiza devuelve a Egipto fragmento de estatua de Ramsés II. telesurtv.net El fragmento forma parte de un conjunto escultórico y fue sustraído del complejo del templo de Ramsés II en Abydos.
(2023-07-06). Mueren 29 personas al volcarse un autobús en Oaxaca, México. telesurtv.net De los lesionados, 14 reciben servicios en el Hospital del IMSS de Tlaxiaco, y fue necesario trasladar a cinco a la ciudad de Oaxaca por vía aérea.
(2023-07-06). Caricom aboga por fortalecer la integración regional. telesurtv.net "Todos estamos comprometidos a garantizar que fortalezcamos el movimiento de integración", afirmó el premier antiguano.
(2023-07-06). 45 ∞ cumbre de Caricom busca soluciones a problemas regionales. telesurtv.net La premier de Barbados, Mia Mottley, señaló que Caricom "ha sido una influencia humanizadora en el resto del mundo".
(2023-07-06). Séptima noche de protestas en Francia deja unos 16 arrestados. telesurtv.net Las autoridades señalaron en un comunicado que se registraron 78 vehículos quemados y 116 incendios en la calle.
(2023-07-06). Detienen en Colombia a miembros de red de trata de personas. telesurtv.net Las mujeres eran engañadas bajo falsas ofertas de trabajo como "webcamers" en Francia por un salario de 4.800 dólares.
(2023-07-06). Gobierno uruguayo asegura no modificará calidad del agua. telesurtv.net "No se va a modificar la calidad del agua en las condiciones actuales", afirmó el secretario de la Presidencia en medio de la crisis hidríca que vive el país desde hace meses.
(2023-07-06). Más de 20 muertos tras otra jornada de combates en Sudán. telesurtv.net Varios barrios capitalinos recibieron ataques terrestres y aéreos, lo que provocó grandes pérdidas humanas y materiales.
(2023-07-06). OIEA respalda descarga de agua tratada de central de Fukushima. telesurtv.net La OIEA señaló que las descargas "graduales y controladas" tendrán un impacto radiológico "insignificante".
(2023-07-06). Llaman a nueva jornada de protestas en Jujuy, Argentina. telesurtv.net El presidente de la comunidad Ocumazo llamó a un corte de rutas total "hasta que se derogue la reforma constitucional".
(2023-07-06). Reportan 20 arrestados en octava noche de protestas en Francia. telesurtv.net El ministerio del Interior señaló a través de un comunicado que durante la última jornada se registraron 81 incendios.
(2023-07-06). EE.UU. apoya posible intervención extranjera en Haití. telesurtv.net "Reafirmé nuestro compromiso de continuar brindando seguridad sólida y asistencia humanitaria", publicó Blinken.
(2023-07-06). Bus Plunges off Cliff in Southern Mexico, at Least 29 Killed. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, local authorities confirmed that at least 2 people were killed and about 19 injured after a bus coming from Mexico City plunged off a cliff on a highway in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca. | Related: | According to official statements, the accident occurred in the early morning in the municipality of Tlaxiaco in the road to Magdalena Peñasco, when the vehicle veered off the road and fell into…
(2023-07-06). Over 60,000 People Cross Into Ethiopia From Sudan. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said that some 60,046 people have fled the conflict in Sudan into neighboring Ethiopia. | RELATED: | The UN migration agency said that over 60,000 people have arrived in Ethiopia through multiple border crossing points in Amhara, Benishangul Gumz and Gambella Regions. | It said the armed conflict in Sudan has forced hundreds of thousands of people to flee to neighbo…
(2023-07-06). UN: 43 Mln USD To Mitigate Drought Impact in Somalia. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, United Nations (UN) humanitarians said that 43 million U.S. dollars have been allocated to aid Somalia in fighting the effects of drought, mainly food insecurity. | Related: | The UN has said that the allocations support the 2023 Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP) for Somalia. | According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF) put 25 million…
(2023-07-06). Wagner Leader Prigozhin is Not in Belarus: Lukashenko. telesurenglish.net On Thrusday, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said that Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of the Wagner military group, is not in Belarus. | RELATED: | "As far as I am informed, the fighters of the Wagner PMC are in those camps where they were after the withdrawal from the front for recovery," Lukashenko said. | "As for Yevgeny Prigozhin, he is in St. Petersburg. Where is he this morning? Maybe he went to Moscow, maybe somewhere else, but he is not…
(2023-07-06). WHO: Urgent Action To Prevent Climate Change Impact on Health. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, at the 7th Ministerial Conference on Environment and Health in Budapest, Hungary, World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Europe Dr. Hans Kluge said that the "triple threat" of climate change, pollution and loss of biodiversity to health must urgently be addressed. | Related: | According to Kluge, an estimated 1.4 million deaths annually in the European region are attributable to environmental risk…
(2023-07-06). Secret Documents published by order of Federal Court prove Pfizer, FDA & Fact Checkers lied when they said Toxic Graphene Oxide was not inside the Covid-19 Vaccines. expose-news.com Graphene Oxide is a fairly new substance not yet well understood. But what we do know is that studies have proven it can be toxic to cells and tissues in the body. …
(2023-07-06). Dossier no. 66: The world needs a new socialist development theory. mronline.org 
Across the world, evidence of human misery is increasingly easy to find. The data collected and reported by international agencies is stunning. Billions of people around the planet lack access to adequate education, healthcare, food, and shelter, as well as information and culture.
(2023-07-06). Prigozhin's failed mutiny. thecommunists.org On Saturday 24 June, Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of the Wagner private military group, occupied key points in the southern Russian city of Rostov-on-Don, after which he began a march towards Moscow with a view to effecting a change in the composition of the Russian government, if not its complete overthrow. For months leading up to …
(2023-07-06). COVID Hasn't Disappeared — But Empathy, Care and Solidarity Have. truthout.org Throughout 2020-2021, I wrote many pieces about COVID in an effort to highlight both the severity of the disease and the failure of capitalist governments to ensure the health and safety of their citizens, especially the most vulnerable of them, in the face of a global pandemic. I also edited a series, "Dispatches from the Frontlines of Care," where I tried to center the voices of essential… |
(2023-07-06). A Patriot's Fourth of July: Berlin Bulletin No. 213. mronline.org 
Despite all doubts, despite fearful weaponry, at home or abroad, can we still call ourselves patriotic? In fact, is that a good thing to be?>
(2023-07-06). Big Tech Is Ramping Up Censorship of the Climate 'Solutions' Debate. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Provocation against refugees in Kocaeli, Turkey highlights growing dangers. wsws.org What started as friction between neighbors was transformed into attacks targeting refugees. The responsibility for this poisonous atmosphere lies with the entire political establishment.
(2023-07-06). National Steel Car strikers should forge solidarity with striking BC dockers and Wabtec workers! For a North America-wide working-class counter-offensive! wsws.org
(2023-07-06). NATO plans escalation against Russia at Vilnius summit. wsws.org Next week, NATO will hold a summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, where the military alliance will announce plans to rapidly expand military spending, surge troops to Russia's borders, and dramatically increase its involvement in the war in Ukraine.
(2023-07-06). NATO plans massive escalation against Russia at Vilnius summit. wsws.org Next week, NATO will hold a summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, where the military alliance will announce plans to rapidly expand military spending, surge troops to Russia's borders, and dramatically increase its involvement in the war in Ukraine.
(2023-07-06). US ruling class sets the stage for a massive attack on Social Security and Medicare. wsws.org Wednesday's editorial in the New York Times signals a turning point in the developing attack on Social Security, Medicare and other critical social benefits.
(2023-07-06). Statements from Britain and Sri Lanka oppose attacks on IYSSE at Sydney's Macquarie University. wsws.org Macquarie University's refusal to affiliate an IYSSE club, despite it having met all the requirements, is receiving international condemnation as an attack on democratic rights aimed at silencing opposition to war.
(2023-07-06). Australia's second-largest state Victoria blocking people from reporting COVID infections. wsws.org In a two-page statement, buried on an official website, the state Labor government has decreed that up to 70 percent of COVID cases will no longer be counted.
(2023-07-06). Yellen's China visit a tactical manoeuvre. wsws.org National security has been invoked to impose a series of sweeping technology bans on China aimed at crippling its economic development in this crucial area.
(2023-07-06). South Korean trade union confederation launches phony two-week strike. wsws.org The KCTU is attempting to dispel workers' anger over declining social and economic conditions while directing them back behind the opposition Democratic Party.
(2023-07-06). Will Lehman and attorney discuss lawsuit against Biden admin demanding re-run of UAW election. wsws.org In this video, Will Lehman and his attorney discuss the lawsuit Lehman filed Monday against the Biden administration's Department of Labor over the fraudulent UAW election.
(2023-07-06). Talks "collapse" at UPS, as management digs in its heels over demands for massive concessions. wsws.org While the Teamster bureaucrats will continue their efforts to try and block a strike, their failure to do so by now suggests they are beginning to lose control of the situation. Their attempts to keep workers in line through PR maneuvering collides with the objective and irreconcilable class interests of workers and management.
(2023-07-06). Talks "collapse" at UPS, as management digs in its heels over demands for sweeping concessions. wsws.org While the Teamster bureaucrats will continue their efforts to try and block a strike, their failure to do so by now suggests they are beginning to lose control of the situation. Their attempts to keep workers in line through PR maneuvering collides with the objective and irreconcilable class interests of workers and management.
(2023-07-06). Indonesian president visits Australia amid intensifying US-China tensions. wsws.org Public professions of friendship could not hide fundamental divergences between the two countries as the US intensifies the war against Russia in Ukraine while step-by-step preparing for conflict with China.
(2023-07-06). Bluster from UAW President Fain as Ford receives $9 billion federal loan for electric vehicle production. wsws.org The unprecedented low-cost loan to Ford by the Biden administration reveals the extent to which the transition to EV production is being underwritten by the capitalist state.
(2023-07-06). Fearing expanded strike action, Unite Here shuts down Southern California hotel workers strike. wsws.org Eighteen hotels resumed work Wednesday morning while a 19th, the Fairmont Miramar, briefly locked out the striking workers.
(2023-07-06). Four killed at Shreveport, Louisiana outdoor party on Fourth of July. wsws.org Four people were killed late Tuesday evening in a gunfight at an outdoor party in Shreveport, Louisiana, bringing the number of deaths from mass shootings during the July 4th holiday to 15.
(2023-07-06). GM, Stellantis workers support Will Lehman lawsuit. wsws.org Autoworker Rank-and-File Network members support Will Lehman's lawsuit against the Labor Department sanction of the rigged UAW election.
(2023-07-06). "I think they should man up and strike," SAG-AFTRA actors call for joint struggle with striking writers. wsws.org In interviews with the WSWS, striking film and television workers reflected on the current state of the writers strike and denounced the extension imposed by SAG-AFTRA last week.
(2023-07-06). New studies on climate change presented in Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Results on humidity, temperatures and adaptation to climate change were presented on Thursday in Cuba, where the 14th International Convention on Environment and Development is taking place.
(2023-07-06). Santiago de Cuba, countdown for 70 years of the Moncada attack. plenglish.com Santiago de Cuba, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) With only 20 days left for the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the assault on the Moncada Barracks, a key date in the history of Cuba, this city is today making greater preparations for that purpose.
(2023-07-06). Syrian and Russian armies carry out joint maneuvers. plenglish.com Damascus, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) The Syrian Arab Army and the Russian Armed Forces began today joint military maneuvers, the first of their kind this year, and will last six days, in the east of the northern Syrian province of Aleppo.
(2023-07-06). UN: World water and sanitation crisis hurts women and girls more. plenglish.com United Nations, Jul 6 (Prensa Latina) Approximately, 2200 million people lack drinking water at home, which affects female members of the family to a greater extent, according to a report released today. The analysis, conducted by the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) and the World Health Organization (WHO), reveals that women and girls are the most affected by the crisis associated with these issues. According to the text, they are responsible for collecting the vital liquid in seven out of every 10 homes that are deprived of the supply.
(2023-07-06). Lawsuit Uses SCOTUS Affirmative Action Ruling to Go After Legacy Admissions. truthout.org A Boston nonprofit, Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), filed a lawsuit on behalf of multiple Black and Latinx community groups on Monday, alleging that legacy admissions at Harvard University violate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The parties being represented in the lawsuit — the Chica Project, the African Community Economic Development of New England, and the Greater Boston Latino… |
(2023-07-06). Judge Blocks "Egregious" Biden Officials, Academic Watchdogs From Manipulating Social Media Narratives. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-06). Migrar, única opción para millones de latinoamericanos… y negocio para pocos. globalizacion.ca La migración internacional ha adquirido un rol central en el debate político en América Latina y el Caribe. Para miles y miles de latinoamericanos, confrontados a la inseguridad alimentaria, la desocupación, las crisis del cambio climático, la covid y la…
(2023-07-05). £1.4m grant for AI to help achieve net zero in energy and transport. imperial.ac.uk Imperial researchers have been awarded £1.4 million to lead a project using AI to help the UK's energy and transport sectors achieve carbon net zero.
(2023-07-05). Dayton, Ohio, man dies following violent police encounter: 'I can't breathe'. liberationnews.org 
Despite the violent behavior of the police and the death of Antonio Lewis, neither of the officers involved have faced any accountability.
(2023-07-05). Huge Israeli attack on Jenin cannot break Palestine's spirit. liberationnews.org 
This criminal raid would not be possible without the U.S. financial and military support to Israel.
(2023-07-05). Banners Dropped for Isak Aden at Bloomington's July 4th Celebration. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-07-05). Venezuela's Opposition Primaries: Registration Extended Due to Expats' Apathy. orinocotribune.com Given the low level of interest shown by Venezuelans expats to register and participate in the opposition primary elections, the National Primary Commission (CNP) extended the deadline for voters to register and update their information. The measure was adopted with the hopes of increasing participation in the opposition's internal electoral process. | Through a press release, the CNP announced on Monday, July 3, that the deadline will be extended for two more days, until Sunday, July 9 at 23: 59 p.m. | Despite the fact that approximately three million Venezuelans abroad have been notified to register, only 112,00…
(2023-07-05). West frustrated by Ukrainian military advancing only "in metres, rather than kilometres" infobrics.org NATO refuses to transfer F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine before end of counteroffensive.
(2023-07-05). Contrary to what some media say, Russia became stronger after failed mutiny. infobrics.org Pragmatically speaking, "exiling" Wagner group to Belarus serves Russian and Belarusian interests.
(2023-07-05). BRICS Could Smash Dollar Dominance – Jim ONeill. infobrics.org The five emerging nations have already outpaced the G7 in economic growth, the prominent economist has noted…
(2023-07-05). Sino-Indian Relations Shall Not Be Defined Only by Border Disputes. infobrics.org In a speech at the Anant National University in Ahmedabad, India Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar highlighted a "very complicated challenge" from China, which is "very visible" in border areas in the past three years, adding that both countries have to find an equilibrium in ties…
(2023-07-05). New Development Bank Mechanism "Very Fair": Rousseff. infobrics.org The financial governance mechanism of the BRICS-led New Development Bank (NDB) is "very fair," Dilma Rousseff, the bank's president, has said…
(2023-07-05). Kiev attacks Russian airport with possible Western help. infobrics.org The case shows how the neo-Nazi regime is really focused on targeting civilian Russian facilities.
(2023-07-05). One of leading US think tanks admits Russia unlikely to ever run out of missiles. infobrics.org CSIS reports that "Russia will continue having the capacity to build missiles and drones and will continue to use them" and that "this reality will not change until the war ends".
(2023-07-05). Honduran Children Along the Coco River Are Educated in Nicaraguan Schools. orinocotribune.com 
By Marcel Osorto — Jun 22, 2023 | "Good morning, children!" | "Good morning, Mr. Director." | "This day we have a special visitor from our sister country of Honduras, so I ask you to give him a round of applause." | "Clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap, clap!" | "He has a question for you, answer him truthfully." | "Good morning, children, which of you are Hondurans?" | The classroom fell silent, the little ones began to look at each other with knowing smiles, while others ducked their faces between the desks a little embarrassed. | In the background a small hand was raised. | "One hand is up," sa…
(2023-07-05). Why Europe, US, China and Russia are Not the Same for Latin America. orinocotribune.com By Lucy Pagoada-Quesada — Jun 29, 2023 | For some time, I have been listening to a sector, supposedly on the left, say that they do not want European, U.S., Chinese or Russian empires. | And, to this, I reply that I don't see the relationship between the four of them. We Latin Americans have a very well-documented history of colonization, exploitation, and occupation with Europeans and North Americans, but not with China and Russia. | It was not the Russians or the Chinese who invaded the continent and began the colonization process from 1492 that produced one of the largest genocides of Indigenous peoples i…
(2023-07-05). BRICS Summit Will Go On As Planned, Confirms Host South Africa. towardfreedom.org The International Criminal Court's arrest warrant issued against Russian President Vladimir Putin had led to speculation about the BRICS summit being shifted to China or another country to avoid his arrest. Peoples Dispatch reports.
(2023-07-05). Belt and Road Initiative Introduces Key Tenets of Chinese Philosophy to Wider World. orinocotribune.com By Martin Jacques — Jun 18, 2023 | This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping. Through the lens of foreign pundits, we take a look at 10 years of the BRI — how it achieves win-win cooperation between China and countries along the Belt and Road and how it increases people's sense of fulfillment in these countries. | "China became a powerful voice on behalf of the developing countries, not just by word but crucially by deed," wrote Martin Jacques, a visiting professor at the Institute of Modern International Relations at Tsinghua Uni…
(2023-07-05). Gaddafi's Son Jailed in Lebanon Without Trial Hospitalized Due to Hunger Strike. orinocotribune.com Hannibal Gaddafi, son of the murdered Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi has been hospitalized in critical condition due to his hunger strike at the prison of the Lebanese internal security forces, Al-Hadath TV reported citing informed sources. | Last month, Gaddafi's son Hannibal went on a hunger strike to protest his incarceration without trial in Lebanon since 2015, his lawyer said. | Al-Hadath TV reported on Sunday, July 2, that Hannibal Gaddafi suffered a sharp dro…
(2023-07-05). "Inflection Point": Uprising over French Teen's Killing in Traffic Stop & Pattern of Racist Policing. democracynow.org 
In France, more than 3,000 people have been arrested after a week of nationwide protests following the police killing of Nahel Merzouk, a teenager of North African descent, captured on video. Nahel's family and friends held his funeral Saturday at a mosque in Nanterre. We speak with Rokhaya Diallo, a French journalist in Paris, who explains this killing is part of a long pattern of racist policing that has divided the country. "I wish there was a real and profound discussion about police brutality, about racialized policing," says Diallo.
(2023-07-05). Headlines for July 5, 2023. democracynow.org Israel Kills at Least 13 Palestinians in Worst West Bank Raid in 2 Decades, Unrest Grows in France Following Police Killing of Arab Teen as Country Reckons with Its Racism, Ukraine Mourns Killing of Writer Victoria Amelina in Russian Attack as War Rages On, Veteran Russian Journalist Elena Milashina Brutally Attacked While Reporting in Chechnya, SCOTUS Blocks Biden's Student Debt Relief Plan as Administration Pivots to "New Path", SCOTUS Sides with Christian Web Designer Who Wants to Discriminate Against LGBTQ Clients, At Least 15 Gun Deaths Mar July 4th Festivities in Mass Shootings Across U.S.
(2023-07-05). Under Fire: Report from Jenin Refugee Camp on Israel's Largest West Bank Attack in 20 Years. democracynow.org 
Israel attacked the Jenin refugee camp this weekend in what some are calling the largest military operation in the occupied West Bank in 20 years. Israel claims to have attacked militants in the camp, but camp residents say they were targeted by airstrikes and ground troops. Palestinian health officials say the massive two-day military offensive killed 12 Palestinians and injured at least 140 more. This continues a pattern of escalating violence by Israel against Palestinians, including attacks by settlers against residents of the occupied West Bank. We speak with Mustafa Sheta, general manager of The Freedom The…
(2023-07-05). "Bad for Religion": Gay Baptist Minister with Interfaith Alliance on SCOTUS Ruling on LGBTQ Rights. democracynow.org 
The Supreme Court has ruled 6 to 3 along ideological lines in favor of a Christian Colorado web designer who refused to create websites for same-sex couples even though the state bans such discrimination. "We're entering into a terrible moment where a Pandora's box has been opened," says president and CEO of Interfaith Alliance Paul Brandeis Raushenbush, who warns "permission has been granted to use religion as a way to discriminate against your fellow people." Raushenbush discusses the use of Christianity to advance discrimination, the importance of the Respect for Marriage Ac…
(2023-07-05). "Time Is of the Essence": Astra Taylor on Student Debt Relief Setback at Supreme Court, Biden's Plan B. democracynow.org 
The Supreme Court has blocked President Biden's student debt relief plan, which sought to cancel up to $20,000 in individual loans, adding up to over $400 billion of federal student debt. The decision comes as a major blow to some 40 million qualified borrowers. Biden has announced his administration will pursue a "new path" for debt relief. "It was a blow to debtors," says Astra Taylor, organizer with the Debt Collective and advocate for debt abolition. "It was a blow to anyone who cares about democracy." Taylor says the ruling raises major concerns over the constitution…
(2023-07-05). Nearly 2,000 Illegal Miners Evicted from Venezuela's Amazonas State. orinocotribune.com
(2023-07-05). Venezuela Appeals Recent International Criminal Court Decision. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Minister for Foreign Affairs Yván Gil published a statement via social media where the Venezuelan government reported that it notified the Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) that it will appeal the decision to authorize the resumption of the investigation against Venezuela. | "The government of Venezuela reports that it has notified the Appeals Chamber of the ICC of its appeal against the decision of the Pre-Trial Chamber that authorized the resumption of the investigation in the so-called 'Venezuela I' case," Minister Gil wrote on Tuesday, July 4, with the official communiqué at…
(2023-07-05). Venezuela's National Assembly Launches Nomination Process for New Electoral Officials. orinocotribune.com This Tuesday, Deputy Giuseppe Alessandrello, chairman of the Electoral Nominations Committee 2023, appointed by Venezuela's National Assembly (AN), called for nominations for new National Electoral Council (CNE) rectors. The nomination period will end on July 15. | Alessandrello said that the requirements have already been published on social media platforms, in two national newspapers, and in the Official Gazette. | He stated that special consideration will be given to individuals who meet the requirements and are nominated by civil society, universities and the Moral Power of the Republic, as established in the…
(2023-07-05). Gender Fascist "Mom's for Liberty" Conference Met with Resistance in Philadelphia. itsgoingdown.org 
Report from Philadelphia on the recent protests against the 'Mom's for Liberty' conference. What follows is a short blow-by-blow report from the streets of Philadelphia, as people turned out to shout down the gender fascist "Mom's for Liberty" conference which saw speeches from both Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis. Thursday Banner drop over I-95 this…
(2023-07-05). MintPress News Is Being Targeted: Join Us in Standing up to the War Machine. mintpressnews.com 
Stand up for truth. Stand up against war. Today, we invite you to join us in empowering MintPress News, the vanguard of fearless investigative journalism that unearths the hidden web of the military industrial complex.
(2023-07-05). How a Notorious Georgia Army School Became America's Training Ground for Global Torture. mintpressnews.com 
In spite of undergoing several name changes and employing shrewd repackaging strategies under the pretext of human rights advocacy, the notorious School of the Americas remains actively committed to training foreign fighters, steadfastly advancing the cause of the American empire.
(2023-07-05). Complicity in Hate: Israeli Government Boycotts Conference on Attacks Against Christians. mintpressnews.com 
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon denounced a conference organized by the Israeli Open University to discuss the increasing violence on Christians and Christian sites in Palestine. These attacks, carried out mostly by Anti-Chrisitan Zionist hate groups, have increased at an alarming pace. Close to twenty incidents were registered between the end of 2022 and June of 2023. | High-level clergy in Jerusalem have blamed, at least in part, the far-right government, which includes ultranationalist ministers, for the growing wave of attacks. Nikodemus Schnabel, who presides over the Benedictine Abbey of the Dormition in Jerusal…
(2023-07-05). The Problem with Environmentalism, and Why a Recession is Definitely Coming, with Second Thought's JT Chapman. mintpressnews.com Alan MacLeod speaks with YouTube and podcast star JT Chapman (First Thought, Second Thought, The Deprogram) about what everyone should know about environmentalism, about why a recession is definitely coming (and how we could stop it) and about what progressives and radicals could learn about the economy from WalMart.
(2023-07-05). Communist activists Aleksander and Mikhail Kononovich are facing death threats in Ukraine. peoplesdispatch.org Communist youth leaders Aleksander Kononovich and his brother Mikhail, who are under house arrest in Ukraine, have said they are facing death threats. Left and progressive organizations across the world have condemned the persecution of the activists…
(2023-07-05). Ahead of vote on aid to Syria through Turkey, UN Secretary General seeks longer extension. peoplesdispatch.org The Syrian government has opposed the cross-border aid through the Turkish border claiming it violates its sovereignty and is used by anti-government forces to transfer arms. Instead, it wants the aid to flow through the government machinery…
(2023-07-05). In a first, delegation of migrants attends Brazil's National Health Conference. peoplesdispatch.org The delegates representing the migrant population were elected at the Open National Conference on the Health of Migrant Populations. They will present 20 proposals for the for the Unified Health System (SUS)…
(2023-07-05). SCO denounces confrontation and protectionist policies, vows to work for a just and multipolar world order. peoplesdispatch.org The New Delhi declaration signed by SCO members declared Central Asia to be its core region and emphasized that resolution of the conflict in Afghanistan is significant for its security and stability…
(2023-07-05). "Israel's actions in Jenin will only serve to breed a new generation that will carry torch of resistance" peoplesdispatch.org A first person account of the devastating attack by Israel on The Freedom Theatre in Jenin, where a group of families sought refuge amidst the turmoil, by Mustafa Sheta, a leading light of the cultural group…