(2023-07-09). Experts hold cross-Strait dialogue on folk art. ecns.cn Experts from both sides of the Taiwan Strait called for more cooperation in folk arts to bring new vitality to traditional Chinese music.
(2023-07-09). Chinese finance minister meets with U.S. treasury secretary. ecns.cn Chinese Minister of Finance Liu Kun met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in Beijing on Saturday night.
(2023-07-09). China unveils private investment fund regulation. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang has signed a State Council decree unveiling a regulation on the supervision and administration of private investment funds. | The regulation, with 62 items in seven chapters, will come into effect on September 1, 2023, the State Council said in a statement.
(2023-07-09). China sets out new plan to preserve Yangtze River culture. ecns.cn Jointly issued by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the National Cultural Heritage Administration and the National Development and Reform Commission, the plan includes seven major tasks, including the protection of cultural relics and cultural heritage along the Yangtze River, improving related tourism services and cultural products, constructing national cultural parks and launching outstanding literary and artistic works themed on the river, as well as promoting international cultural exchanges.
(2023-07-09). Climate change addressed at China's eco forum amid scorching heat wave. ecns.cn As a rare heat wave grills China, an ongoing global forum themed on ecological civilization in southwest China's Guizhou Province became all the more relevant as parts of its discussions are dedicated to climate change.
(2023-07-09). Migratory bird conservation enriches vision of shared future for all. ecns.cn Harboring rich biodiversity, including more than 1,400 species of birds, China plays an irreplaceable role in global migratory bird conservation. Thanks to the country's continued efforts to preserve biodiversity and conserve green ecosystems, an ever-growing number of people are joining in on migratory bird protection work.
(2023-07-09). China's mega 1,000 MW photovoltaic power station connected to grid. ecns.cn The Huadian Tianjin Haijing photovoltaic power station, a "salt-light complementary" project featuring world's largest single capacity, was connected to the power grid in north China's Tianjin Municipality on Saturday.
(2023-07-09). Xi urges Jiangsu to take lead in advancing Chinese modernization. ecns.cn It is imperative for the province to fully and accurately implement the new development philosophy on all fronts, continue to be a paradigm in reform and innovation and the advancement of high-quality development, play an exemplary role in serving the country to forge a new development pattern, and take the lead in achieving socialist modernization, and vigorously advance the new practice of Chinese modernization in the province, so as to write a new chapter of a modernized Jiangsu characterized by robust economy, affluent population, pristine environment and a high level of social civility.
(2023-07-09). Newly elected OCA president expects Hangzhou to deliver 'fantastic' Asian Games. ecns.cn Sheikh Talal Fahad Al-Sabah, the newly elected president of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), expressed his conviction on Saturday that Hangzhou is prepared and will deliver a "fantastic" Asian Games.
(2023-07-09). Driverless robotaxi services launched in Shanghai's Pudong district. ecns.cn Driverless robotaxi services were launched in designated areas of Shanghai's Pudong New Area as the district's first batches of licenses for the commercialization of autonomous driving were issued on Saturday at the sixth World Artificial Intelligence Conference.
(2023-07-09). Regulators fine Ant Group 7.12 billion yuan for violations. ecns.cn Financial regulators imposed a 7.12 billion yuan ($984.1 million) fine on Ant Group, an affiliated company of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd, on Friday for violations of laws on corporate governance, consumer rights and business activities.
(2023-07-09). Outbreak wave of COVID-19 declared to have peaked. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland has passed the peak of the COVID-19 wave that started climbing in April, according to data released by the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention and healthcare experts.
(2023-07-09). 70 years after 'Icebreaking Mission'，Stephen Perry praises China's achievements. ecns.cn From Jack Perry breaking the ice of China-UK trade in the 1950s to Stephen Perry calling for global attention to Chinese modernization, both their efforts have continuously enhanced China-UK friendship in the new era.
(2023-07-09). Eco Forum Global Guiyang opens in Guizhou. ecns.cn Eco Forum Global Guiyang, China's only national-level global forum focusing on ecological civilization, has become a showcase of the country's sweeping ecological conservation efforts and an important vehicle for global exchanges in the area, said Governor of Guizhou Li Bingjun.
(2023-07-09). Silk Road-themed exhibition to be held in Japan. ecns.cn A Silk Road-themed exhibition, organized by the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum and The Asahi Shimbun Company, will be held in Japan starting from mid-September this year.
(2023-07-09). How can China's development be global model? Stephen Perry explains. ecns.cn The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) and the 48 Group Club of the UK held a celebratory luncheon on Thursday in Beijing for the 70th anniversary of the "Ice-breaking Mission" in China-UK trade.
(2023-07-09). LandSpace to launch methane-propelled rocket. ecns.cn LandSpace, a leading private rocket maker in China, will soon carry out the second launch of its ZQ 2, the world's first methane-propelled carrier rocket, at a launch facility in the Gobi Desert.
(2023-07-09). People commemorate July 7 Incident across China. ecns.cn People across China commemorated the 86th anniversary of the July 7 Incident on Friday. The July 7 Incident in 1937 was the beginning of China's nationwide full-scale war against the Japanese invasion. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-09). Culture Fact | How ancient Chinese stayed cool in summer: Ice and delicacies. ecns.cn
(2023-07-09). Insights | Pakistani scholar: China creates knowledge and wisdom in its modernization. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) has actually delivered to the expectation of all the people living in China and beyond in the past 100 years and more, said a Pakistani scholar in an online interview with China News Network.
(2023-07-09). China mulls new rules to address cyber violence, bullying. ecns.cn China is mulling a new regulation to address cyber violence and bullying content, which requires online service providers to monitor relevant content and take timely steps to deal with it.
(2023-07-09). China-made large models and generative AI dazzle WAIC 2023. ecns.cn The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2023 is underway in Shanghai from July 7 to 9, focusing on large models and generative artificial intelligence (AI) under the theme "Intelligent Connectivity Generating Future."
(2023-07-09). Rural basketball game held under fireworks show in C China's Hunan. ecns.cn A rural basketball game was held in Liuyang City, central China's Hunan Province on Thursday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-09). 86th anniversary of China's resistance war against Japanese aggression commemorated in Nanjing. ecns.cn The Lugou Bridge Incident on July 7, 1937, is recognized as the start of Japan's full-scale invasion of China, and China's whole-of-nation resistance against it.
(2023-07-09). In Numbers: China has nearly 520,000 schools in 2022. ecns.cn China had 518,500 schools of all levels and sorts by 2022, with the total number of students reaching 293 million, the Ministry of Education said Wednesday.
(2023-07-09). 100 Teamsters join practice pickets at Elm Grove UPS in Milwaukee. fightbacknews.org Milwaukee, WI — On July 6, Local 344 Teamsters held practice pickets at the Elm Grove UPS location to gear up for the potential nationwide strike in August. | Just the day before, Teamster leadership announced that, after over 24 hours of negotiating, no agreement had been reached. UPS walked away from the table at 4 a.m. on July 5, continuing to rob membership, especially part-time workers, of a decent economic proposal. There were no further negotiation dates scheduled. | This news was relayed to the members at the practice pickets and the importance of being out on the picket line was heavily stressed.
(2023-07-09). Milwaukee residents push back on Wisconsin Act 12. fightbacknews.org Milwaukee, WI – On July 6, elected alderpeople of the Milwaukee Common Council hosted a town hall regarding a city sales tax increase and other provisions around Wisconsin Act 12. Members of the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (MAARPR) participated in the town hall and distributed general information about Act 12 to community members. Alderpeople from the 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 9th, and 15th Districts were present. | The city organized the event to gauge opinion on the potential of a 2% city sales tax increase. An opportunity to implement this sales tax comes from last month's b…
(2023-07-09). Starbucks and UPS union organizers speak at FRSO New Orleans panel. fightbacknews.org New Orleans, LA – On July 1, fifteen people gathered for a panel at the Nora Navra Library to hear report backs from the successful unionization of two local Starbucks coffee stores. The panel also included a report from the frontlines of the UPS-Teamster contract negotiations. | Starbucks workers win union election | Billie Nyx, former shift lead at the Maple Street Starbucks, opened by sharing their experience organizing the union with Starbucks Workers United. Baristas at their store began their campaign to unionize in April 2022 due to issues like understaffing, inconsistent hours and unsafe working conditio…
(2023-07-09). Monday 7/17: Banking on a Safe World: Divesting from Nuclear Weapons & Fossil Fuels. indybay.org Online event via Zoom…
(2023-07-09). Monday 7/10: EBPG "Observe and Interact" Drawing Inspiration from Nature — ArtLuck! indybay.org
(2023-07-09). Sunday 8/6: Climate Emotions and Activism: A Psychologist's Perspective on the Climate Emergency. indybay.org Online event…
(2023-07-09). Wednesday 7/19: Renters' Rights Clinic in West Oakland. indybay.org Oakland Public Library: West Oakland Branch | 1801 Adeline Street | Oakland, CA 94607…
(2023-07-09). Brick thrown at UPS Store Window in Solidarity with #StopCopCity. indybay.org Oakland CA, a brick was thrown into the front window of UPS Store in solidarity with #StopCopCity and defense of Weelaunee forest…
(2023-07-09). The Rise and Rise of the Cult of the Ego. indybay.org All types of people are convinced to buy something to ward off feelings of inner emptiness. A mix of clickbait hyper-capitalism will hoodwink an entire generation.
(2023-07-09). Saturday 8/5: Hiroshima-Nagasaki Remembrance & Floating Peace Lantern Ceremony. indybay.org Lovers Point Beach Cove, Ocean View Blvd., at 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA…
(2023-07-09). Sunday 8/6: Climate Emotions and Activism: A Psychologist's Perspective on the Climate Emergency. indybay.org Online event…
(2023-07-09). Wednesday 7/19: Renters' Rights Clinic in West Oakland. indybay.org Oakland Public Library: West Oakland Branch | 1801 Adeline Street | Oakland, CA 94607…
(2023-07-09). Brick thrown at UPS Store Window in Solidarity with #StopCopCity. indybay.org Oakland CA, a brick was thrown into the front window of UPS Store in solidarity with #StopCopCity and defense of Weelaunee forest…
(2023-07-09). The Rise and Rise of the Cult of the Ego. indybay.org All types of people are convinced to buy something to ward off feelings of inner emptiness. A mix of clickbait hyper-capitalism will hoodwink an entire generation.
(2023-07-09). Saturday 8/5: Hiroshima-Nagasaki Remembrance & Floating Peace Lantern Ceremony. indybay.org Lovers Point Beach Cove, Ocean View Blvd., at 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA…
(2023-07-09). Saturday 7/15: Banking Busts and Bailouts – A Marxist Look at Why and What Next. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., | San Francisco (near Ellis St.) | 7 blocks from Civic Center BART, on/near Muni #5, 19, 27, 31, 38, 49 | Wheelchair accessible | To participate via Zoom, please register:…
(2023-07-09). Friday 7/28: A Bold Peace: Free Film Screening. indybay.org 1364 Fremont Blvd. between Sonoma Ave. and Hamilton St., in Seaside, CA.
(2023-07-09). México: Nuestro respaldo total al EZLN. indybay.org MÉXICO | Congreso Nacional Indígena | ANTE LA GUERRA QUE RECORRE AL PAÂS: NUESTRO RESPALDO TOTAL AL EZLN…
(2023-07-09). Janet Yellen, playing the "good cop" routine in China? indybay.org Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is in Beijing this week meeting with Chinese officials. But Western corporate media is trying to spin her role as a "good cop" for the NeoLiberal policy of coercing China to follow the USA-made "rules-based" international order.
(2023-07-09). Put the Moxi, not Puny, in MUNI. indybay.org The progressive left hobbles itself in not believing the advocacy of socializing land values is worth the energy expended. Without a clear, principled aspiration articulated, a larger, wider, transformative social justice program is unlikely to emerge in public discourse, much less at the ballot.
(2023-07-09). Sunday 7/30: Tour: The Lives of Farmworkers in Watsonville. indybay.org Meet at and carpool from: | Human Agenda office | 1590 Oakland Road, Suite B211 | San José, CA 95131…
(2023-07-09). Sunday 7/16: Tour: The Lives of Farmworkers in Half Moon Bay. indybay.org Meet at and carpool from: | Human Agenda office | 1590 Oakland Road, Suite B211 | San José, CA 95131…
(2023-07-09). Tuesday 7/11: Banking on a Safe World: Divest from Nuclear Weapons & Fossil Fuels w/ Indigenous Leaders. indybay.org Online event via Zoom…
(2023-07-09). Saturday 7/8: How about this for Reparations? the walking tour. indybay.org American Youth Hostel lobby | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2023-07-09). 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.
(2023-07-09). Sunday 7/9: "We Need and We Demand: A Whole New Way to Live, A Fundamentally Different System" indybay.org 2444 Durant Avenue Berkeley…
(2023-07-09). Thursday 7/20: BIPOC Bonfires. indybay.org Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History | 1305 E. Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz…
(2023-07-09). Friday 8/4: Ship of Fools: A Giant Puppet Odyssey. indybay.org Jean Sweeney Open Space Park | 1925 Sherman St, Alameda CA 94501…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). Making Madness Normal in Wartime. indybay.org Normalized baselines, basically insane…
(2023-07-09). Tuesday 7/11: Dogs and private property in city parks: a picnic rally. indybay.org West end of Precita Park, | Lower Bernal, San Francisco…
(2023-07-09). Cluster Bombs for Ukraine? A Warning From Kosovo. strategic-culture.org With Washington poised to ship cluster bombs to Kyiv, Declassified visits Kosovo to review the grim legacy of NATO firing this banned weapon in the Balkans. | By Phil MILLER | Gracanica, Kosovo — "In the village where we lived, there were nine bombs dropped by NATO in the space of two minutes," Dzafer Buzoli recalls, as we discuss his traumatic childhood in Yugoslavia. A leading member of Kosovo's Roma, his community went from pillar to post. | Many were dragooned into Slobodan Milosevic's Serb-dominated Yugoslav army or targeted by Albanian rebels as suspected collaborators, before Bill Clinton and Tony Bl…
(2023-07-09). Open Letter to His Excellency, Volodymyr Zelensky, President of Ukraine. strategic-culture.org 
(2023-07-09). Frictions mark primaries of Cambio Democratico party in Panama. plenglish.com Panama City, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) The Democratic Change (CD) party, the third to hold primaries in Panama for the general elections of 2024, begins this process today in the midst of serious differences in its leadership.
(2023-07-09). Lebanon reports Israeli naval violation for second day in a row. plenglish.com Beirut, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) For the second consecutive day, Lebanon reported the violation of its national sovereignty by an Israeli military vessel, the Army Guidance Directorate announced today.
(2023-07-09). Uruguay boosts electricity generation in photovoltaic parks. plenglish.com Montevideo, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) Uruguay is betting on renewable energies and for this reason the first photovoltaic solar park owned by the state company Administración Nacional de Usinas y Transmisiones Eléctricas (UTE) is under construction today.
(2023-07-09). NATO deploys depleted uranium weapons to Ukraine, nuclearizing war. workers.org 
This article updates the article published at workers.org on June 15, entitled: "Chinese translation available: 'Metal of Dishonor-Depleted Uranium.'" The United States will be sending depleted uranium munitions (DU) to Ukraine, reported The Wall Street Journal on June 13. This was written three months after Pentagon spokesperson Air Force Brig. Gen. . . . |
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). Science Saturday: Mom's experience inspires undergraduate to pursue career in cancer research and medicine. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Summertime is ideal for exploring possible life paths. For undergraduate students joining Mayo's Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program, the experience is sometimes the first step toward a career in biomedical research and medicine. As of June, the 2023 class of SURF students — 164 undergraduates who were selected from more than 1,800 applicants — are beginning projects in research labs on Mayo's campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Co42xFBHaBc Former SURF student Eran Maina…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). Why LGBTQ+ adults should pay attention to heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Recent studies reveal a concerning trend in the cardiovascular health of LGBTQ+ adults. They experience worse heart health compared to their cisgender heterosexual peers. LGBTQ+ people also tend to have a higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease risk factors. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Rekha Mankad, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains what may be putting LGBTQ+ adults at higher risk for cardiovascular disease and what can be done to lower their risk. Watch: The Mayo…
(2023-07-09). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Work with your hands? Watch out for carpal tunnel syndrome. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm a homebuilder and have begun experiencing numbness and tingling in my hands. Sometimes I drop things because I can't get a good grip. A friend suggested I might have carpal tunnel syndrome. But doesn't that mostly affect people who use computers all day? Can you explain more about the condition? ANSWER: Working with your hands day after day can take a toll on them, causing pain, numbness and weakness. Carpal tunnel syndrome is…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). Malaria in the US: A Mayo Clinic expert offers insight, tips on prevention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Malaria, a severe and potentially fatal disease most often caused by the bite of an infected mosquito, has been reported in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a health advisory because there have been instances of people getting infected with Plasmodium vivax malaria in Florida and Texas, even though they hadn't traveled outside the country. Malaria does not spread from person to person. "Malaria is caused by parasites in the genus Plasmodium, that are usually…
(2023-07-09). 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…
(2023-07-09). West Nile virus: What you need to know. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Female Culex mosquito, courtesy: CDC The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed reports of West Nile virus in 10 states. The bite of an infected mosquito most commonly spreads the virus. "West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne illness in the U.S.," says Dr. Bobbi Pritt, director of the Clinical Parasitology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic. It's a flavivirus —a specific type of RNA virus that can infect humans, birds and horses. "West Nile virus is…
(2023-07-09). Yale University-Mayo Clinic CERSI Receive up to $50 Million FDA Grant to Advance Medical Research. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Yale University-Mayo Clinic Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science and Innovation (CERSI), a joint effort between Yale University, Mayo Clinic and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct research and develop tools to support regulatory decision-making, has received renewed FDA funding to advance its efforts to improve public health. The renewed funding — spanning 5 years and up to $50 million —will support a wide range of research projects focused on areas such as the development of…
(2023-07-09). PAD: The other arterial disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The body has two types of artery systems: the coronary artery system, which relates to the heart, and peripheral artery system, which involves the arteries carrying oxygenated blood to the arms, legs and brain. Just like coronary arteries, peripheral arteries can become diseased. This condition, called peripheral artery disease, or PAD, narrows arteries and reduces blood flow due to a buildup of fatty deposits on the artery walls. This can cause claudication, which is muscle…
(2023-07-09). CIA recruits SDF forces in Syria to fight in Ukraine. plenglish.com Damascus, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) The U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has recently accelerated the recruitment process of Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) members in the fight against the Russian army in Ukraine, a Syrian media reported Sunday.
(2023-07-09). DPRK condemns IAEA report in favor of Japan. plenglish.com Pyongyang, July 9 (Prensa Latina) The Land and Environmental Protection Ministry of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on Sunday strongly condemned the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report in favor of Japan.
(2023-07-09). Nine people wounded in mass shooting in Cleveland. plenglish.com Washington, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) At least nine people suffered gunshot wounds in a mass shooting in Cleveland, Ohio, as a suspect opened fire on a group of people and fled, police said.
(2023-07-09). Pope Francis appeals for Israel-Palestine peace, reconciliation talks. plenglish.com Rome, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) Following his Sunday Angelus address, Pope Francis made an appeal for peace and reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians, in view of recent attacks on the West Bank.
(2023-07-09). øQuiénes fueron los próceres de la independencia argentina?>. telesurtv.net El 9 de julio de 1816 el Congreso de Tucumán aseguró la unión de las provincias argentinas frente a la corona española.
(2023-07-09). Mercedes Sosa, una vida de lucha social entre canciones. telesurtv.net La negra Mercedes Sosa, rescató en sus interpretaciones a poetas como los chilenos Víctor Jara y Pablo Neruda, la peruana Alicia Maguiña y el cubano Ignacio Villa.
(2023-07-09). Concluye visita de cuatro días de la secretaria del Tesoro en China. telesurtv.net "Mi objetivo durante este viaje es establecer y profundizar las relaciones con el nuevo equipo económico de Beijing", manifestó la secretaria del Tesoro.
(2023-07-09). Celebran en Francia marcha en contra de la brutalidad policiaca. telesurtv.net Las autoridades prohibieran una manifestación conmemorativa en París, por temor a reavivar los recientes disturbios que asolaron el país.
(2023-07-09). Francia prohíbe venta de fuegos artificiales para el 14 de julio. telesurtv.net La muerte de Nahel, de 17 años, el 27 de junio, tras un disparo de la policía durante un control de tráfico, en Nanterre, en Hauts-de-Seine, marcó el inicio de varias noches de disturbios.
(2023-07-09). Líderes de la Cedeao celebran cumbre en Guinea Bissau. telesurtv.net Los líderes de África Occidental se reunirán el domingo en la capital de Guinea Bissau, Bissau, para discutir varios temas que afectan a la región.
(2023-07-09). Detienen en México a general vinculado al caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El general en retiro Hernández Nieto era el comandante del 41 Batallón de Infantería de Iguala, Guerrero, durante los hechos del 26 de septiembre de 2014, donde desaparecieron los 43 estudiantes normalistas.
(2023-07-09). Ucrania admite autoría del atentado contra el puente de Crimea. telesurtv.net A través de una publicación en redes sociales, la viceministra de Defensa ucraniana mencionó el asunto como uno de los logros de Kiev.
(2023-07-09). Cancilleres de Rusia y Türkiye mantienen conversación sobre Ucrania. telesurtv.net Este es el primer contacto de alto nivel entre Moscú y Ankara desde la decisión de Türkiye de transferir a los comandantes de Azov a Ucrania en violación de acuerdos anteriores entre las partes.
(2023-07-09). Conoce el legado cultural que Facundo Cabral dejó al mundo. telesurtv.net En las canciones de Facundo Cabral sobresalen la visión de la realidad, el amor a la gente sencilla y el modo afectivo de brindar su arte.
(2023-07-09). Sube a 14 cifra de fallecidos tras derrumbe de inmueble en Brasil. telesurtv.net Cuerpo de Bomberos pone fin a la búsqueda de víctimas del hecho, ocurrido este viernes a las 06H35 hora local.
(2023-07-09). Presidente de Venezuela sostiene encuentro con primera ministra de Barbados. telesurtv.net Ambos Gobiernos desean construir nuevos horizontes en materia energética, alimentaria, cultural y de transporte aéreo, para mejorar el desarrollo, el comercio y el bienestar popular.
(2023-07-09). Clausuran Juegos Centroamericanos y de Caribe San Salvador 2023. telesurtv.net La sede de la edición 25 de la justa deportiva será República Dominicana 2026. México se corona nuevamente campeón de los juegos, seguido por Colombia y Cuba.
(2023-07-09). Rusia inspecciona entrenamiento de militares en Distrito sur. telesurtv.net Las autoridades informaron que posterior al entrenamiento, los soldados serán desplegados en la zona de la operación militar especial.
(2023-07-09). Accidente aéreo provoca seis fallecidos en California, EE.UU. telesurtv.net De acuerdo a la Oficina del Sheriff del condado de Riverside, no se han identificado los fallecidos por el accidente de la avioneta Cessna C550.
(2023-07-09). Reportan 13 víctimas mortales por lluvias en Costa de Marfil. telesurtv.net De acuerdo a medios locales casi todos los fallecimientos producidos tuvieron lugar por deslizamientos de tierra.
(2023-07-09). Concluyen elecciones presidenciales en Uzbekistán. telesurtv.net Según la Comisión Electoral Central, alrededor de 20 millones de uzbekos están convocados este domingo a las urnas.
(2023-07-09). Estado brasileño de Alagoas en emergencia por fuertes lluvias. telesurtv.net El Centro de Mando de la Defensa Civil reportó que 14.338 personas abandonaron sus casas en el estado de Alagoas ante el peligro de inundaciones y deslaves.
(2023-07-09). Parlamento griego ratifica al primer ministro Kyriakos Mitsotakis. telesurtv.net La decisión se logró después de tres días de debate que ratificaron el apoyo de los 158 diputados del partido Nueva Democracia del propio Mitsotakis.
(2023-07-09). Perú en emergencia sanitaria por Síndrome de Guillain-Barré. telesurtv.net El programa está conformado por acciones que permitan enfrentar la emergencia como la vigilancia epidemiológica, la investigación y el control de la enfermedad.
(2023-07-09). Presidente argentino inaugurará el gasoducto Néstor Kirchner. telesurtv.net El gasoducto de 573 kilómetros de largo posibilitará aumentar la disponibilidad de gas a precios competitivos en Argentina.
(2023-07-09). Gobierno colombiano y disidencia de las FARC reanudarán diálogo. telesurtv.net En los próximos días el Gobierno y el EMC anunciarán los nombres de quienes integrarán sus equipos negociadores para la mesa de diálogos.
(2023-07-09). Protestas contra reforma judicial recobran impulso en Israel. telesurtv.net Para el 11 de julio se convocó a una nueva jornada de movilizaciones en Israel en repudio a la reforma judicial de Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2023-07-09). Hallan muerto a periodista en el estado mexicano de Nayarit. telesurtv.net El periodista Luis Martín Sánchez Iñiguez fue reportado como desaparecido el pasado 5 de julio.
(2023-07-09). Brasil y Colombia instan a protección integral de Amazonía. telesurtv.net Presidentes de ambos países asistieron al cierre de la reunión "Camino a la Cumbre Amazónica", que tuvo por sede a la ciudad de Leticia, en el Amazonas colombiano.
(2023-07-09). 16 candidates to Mexico City's government. plenglish.com Mexico City Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) If it is not my turn or it is not enough for the Presidency of the Republic, it is more than enough for the government of Mexico City, 16 candidates seem to agree so far.
(2023-07-09). Colombia to chair CELAC in 2025. plenglish.com Bogotá, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) Colombia will chair the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) in 2025, as confirmed by Deputy Minister of Multilateral Affairs of Colombia ¥s Foreign Ministry Elizabeth Taylor.
(2023-07-09). Venezuelan President considers perfect civic-military union key. plenglish.com Caracas, Jul 9 (Prensa Latina) Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro considered today that the perfect civil-military union has been key to continue moving forward in the times to come, in peace and with love for the homeland.
(2023-07-09). Venezuela: New Corporations to Claim Citgo Shares Following 'Alter Ego' Ruling. venezuelanalysis.com The US-backed opposition has faced accusations of malpractice and collusion over its handling of Venezuelan foreign assets.
(2023-07-09). The causes and consequences of the Turkish-Egyptian rapprochement. uwidata.com By Andrew Korybko The global systemic transition to multipolarity, which predates Russia's special operation but was unprecedentedly accelerated by it, is leading to increased stability in West Asia-North Africa despite Western fearmongering forecasts to the contrary. Far from regional fault lines worsening to the point of open warfare or at least an even more intense cold …
(2023-07-09). Reps. Omar and Jacobs Move to Stop Biden From Sending Cluster Bombs to Ukraine. truthout.org President Joe Biden's looming decision to include cluster munitions in the next weapons package to Ukraine could prove to be a political challenge. Democratic Reps. Sara Jacobs (D-California) and Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) have introduced an amendment to the 2023 NDAA that would effectively block the transfer of these munitions. "Notwithstanding any other provision of law… |
(2023-07-09). 7 GOP Attorneys General Threaten Target, Calling LGBTQ Merchandise "Obscene" truthout.org Republican attorneys general from seven states have signed a letter to Target, insinuating that the retailer's LGBTQ+ youth content and merchandise may be considered obscene and in violation of law. The letter criticizes Target for offering youth-sized clothing featuring Pride themes and asserts that the states are obliged to "enforce state laws protecting children" from "content that sexualizes… |
(2023-07-09). Military Invasion Signals Israel May Be Trying to Turn Jenin Into a New Gaza. truthout.org 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 refugee… |
(2023-07-09). OECD Secretly Lobbied Against Law Requiring Corporations to Disclose Tax Records. truthout.org The Financial Times confirmed Friday that the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development lobbied Australia to weaken a law that would have compelled about 2,500 highly profitable multinational corporations to reveal where they pay taxes, eliciting outrage from tax justice advocates. Citing two unnamed people familiar with the discussions, FT reported that the Paris-based club of wealthy… |
(2023-07-09). Doctors Have a Moral Obligation to Disobey Abortion Bans. truthout.org It has been more than one year since the United States Supreme Court, in a controversial decision not supported by a majority of Americans, overturned Roe v. Wade, returning authority over abortion's legality to the states. Since the decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, 14 states have prohibited abortion and another six have added restrictions on this basic component of… |
(2023-07-09). A Jan. 6 "Moms" Group Funded by Big Lie Donors Is Stoking Voter Suppression. truthout.org Julie Jenkins Fancelli, a Florida-based heiress to the Publix super markets fortune, was little known to the public before she was outed as a major sponsor of the dark money groups organizing the January 6 "Stop the Steal" rallies that culminated in the violent insurrection at the United States Capitol. Recent reporting by OpenSecrets uncovered that the George Jenkins Foundation… |
(2023-07-09). What does Sweden have to do with whether or not Turkey will be accepted to the EU? journal-neo.org 
(2023-07-09). Attacks On Rural Letter Carriers; Devastating Restructuring Of USPS. popularresistance.org More than 90,000 rural letter carriers for the United States Postal Service (USPS) are battling changes to their compensation which have led to massive pay cuts and longer workweeks. | The replacement of the pre-existing method of calculating rural carriers' hours and wages has resulted in wage cuts as high as $20,000 a year in some cases. Rural carriers' attempts to challenge and prove any discrepancies between their actual work and what is calculated by the new system have been derailed by the USPS's refusal to disclose the year-long electronic collection of data used by the system which they alone control.
(2023-07-09). Somalia: The Lawless Frontier (Interview). orinocotribune.com Last week the UN Security Council adopted a resolution to extend the UN peacekeeping mission in Somalia until the end of December 2023, but the troops are supposed to withdraw entirely by the end of December 2024. The mission's name is the
(2023-07-09). In Video: Israel Tests 'Expanded Capability' Of David's Sling Air Defense System. southfront.org 
Screengrab. Source: the Israeli Ministry of Defense. | The Israeli Ministry of Ministry and military announced on July 9 that the air force and the defense firm Rafael Advanced Defense Systems had successfully completed a recent series of tests with the David's Sling medium-range air defense system. | According to a joint statement, David's Sling was tested against "advanced threats," expanding the system's capability "and significantly improving the air defense layers of the State of Israel.""The…
(2023-07-09). Iraq To Purchase JF-17 Thunder Fighter Jets From Pakistan — Reports. southfront.org 
Pakistan Air Force Chengdu JF-17. By Wikimedia user (Shimin Gu) | Iraq will purchase a number of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan for its air force, The News International and other sources reported on July 9. | The JF-17 was jointly developed by China's Chengdu Aircraft Corporation and Pakistan Aeronautical Complex. The fighter jet can be used for multiple roles, including interception, ground attack, anti-ship, and aerial reconnaissance. | Citing unnamed sources, The News International…
(2023-07-09). Kiev Forces Suffer Heavy Losses In Bakhmut And Several Other Directions (Videos). southfront.org 
File image. | Kiev forces sustained more heavy human and material losses while attempting to advance in several directions on July 8. | The fiercest battles took place near the city of Bakhmut. Kiev forces launched several attacks. However, they failed to make any meaningful gains and suffered from heavy losses. New videos from Bakhmut outskirts show several Ukrainian troops being killed and vehicles being destroyed by Russian military units. | In the Kupyansk direction, t…
(2023-07-09). Kiev Regime Says Crimean Bridge Attack Was 'Milestone' For Ukraine. southfront.org 
File image. | The Kiev regime has finally claimed responsibility for last autumn's attack on the Crimean Bridge, calling it a "milestone" for Ukraine. | On July 8, Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Anna Maliar published a post on Telegram commemorating 500 days since the start of the conflict between Kiev and Moscow, outlining several highlights. | The list includes an apparent public acknowledgment of Kiev's role in the attack on the key link between the eastern part of the Russian peninsula and the rest of…
(2023-07-09). Russian MoD Details Recent Ukrainian Losses In Different Directions (Videos). southfront.org 
File image. | Kiev forces made several attempts to advance in the directions of South Donetsk, Krasny Liman and Donetsk without any success, the Russian Ministry of Defense said on July 9. | In a statement, the ministry said that the Russian Yug Group of Forces repelled several attacks close to Belogorovka, Opytnoye, Pervomaiskoye and Severnoye. The group also targeted gatherings of manpower and equipment near Konstantinovka, Krasnoye, Avdeevka, and Krasogorovka."Enemy losses were up to 180…
(2023-07-09). U.S. Claims ISIS Leader In Eastern Syria Was Killed In Questionable Drone Strike. southfront.org 
A MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle prepares to land after a mission in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Brian Ferguson) | On July 9, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that it had killed ISIS leader in eastern Syria, Usamah al-Muhajir. | In a statement, the command said that al-Muhajir was killed in a strike that took place on July 7. On that day, Syrian media reported the death of a man near the Turkish-occupied town of al-Bab in…
(2023-07-09). U.S.-Led Coalition And Proxies Amassed Large Force On Front With Syrian Army In Deir Ezzor. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image. Source: sdf-press.com | The United States-led coalition and its proxies had amassed a large force on the contact line with the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) and its allies in the northeastern governorate of Deir Ezzor, Sputnik reported on July 8. | Citing local sources, the Russian news agency said that U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) had deployed hundreds of troops and vehicles along the contact line on the eastern bank of the Euphrates River."The SDF forces brou…
(2023-07-09). Beyond Affirmative Action, Toward Black Unity. popularresistance.org "Affirmative action" is, at this point, a loaded phrase. Strictly speaking, affirmative action typically refers to sets of policies/procedures that attempt to "even the playing field," most commonly in education or employment decisions, by stopping present and future discrimination against marginalized or underrepresented groups while making up for past discrimination and injustices. For some in the U.S., affirmative action that considers race is representative of 'reverse racism' and political 'wokeness' run amok, and for others, it is a major victory that our elders and ancestors struggled for for years.
(2023-07-09). A Bankrupt Calculus: Sending Cluster Munitions to Ukraine. dissidentvoice.org There is a certain desperation in the logic of those who argue that a depraved solution has merit because it's only slightly less depraved than that of the opponent. Torture is bad but should still be used because your adversary feels free to resort to it. Only do so, however, via judicial warrant. Bombing hospitals …
(2023-07-09). Judge Blocks Medicare Advantage Switch For 250,000 Retirees. popularresistance.org A Manhattan judge is pressing pause on a controversial plan to push New York City government retirees onto a new privatized version of Medicare this fall — a major victory for critics of the switch. | In a plan that city officials said would save some $600 million a year, municipal retirees were supposed to be moved from their existing coverage — a combination of traditional Medicare with supplemental coverage paid for by the city — onto a private Medicare Advantage plan run by Aetna this fall. City officials had scheduled the deadline to opt out for this coming Monday, but seniors who decided t…
(2023-07-09). Sunday 7/30: International Childfree Convention 2023 (Day 2). indybay.org Virtual on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@childfreeconvention | FREE livestream…
(2023-07-09). Chris Hedges Report: The Persecution Of Jeremy Corbyn. popularresistance.org Jeremy Corbyn's ascendance to the leadership of the UK Labour Party in 2015 offered hope for a revival of the British left. With decades of experience and principled opposition to war and privatization under his belt, Corbyn was uniquely positioned to bring the Labour Party back from its neoliberal turn. But this was not to be—just five years later, Corbyn was ousted from the Labour Party and his supporters were purged. The political opposition to Corbyn was accompanied by a media villification campaign that conflated support for Palestinian rights with anti-Semitism. Ultimately, the question of Labour's su…
(2023-07-09). What Was Covid Really About? Triggering A Multi-Trillion Dollar Global Debt Crisis. "Ramping up an Imperialist Strategy"? globalresearch.ca If it was indeed about public health, why close down the bulk of health services and the global economy knowing full well what the implications would be? And why mount a military-style propaganda campaign to censor world-renowned scientists and terrorise entire populations…
(2023-07-09). The COVID Pandemic and the mRNA Vaccine: What Is the Truth? Dr. Russell L. Blaylock. globalresearch.ca The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the most manipulated infectious disease events in history. Official lies in an unending stream led by government bureaucracies, medical associations, medical boards, the media, and UN agencies.
(2023-07-09). Huawei unveiled latest AI large language model. ecns.cn Huawei Technologies Co on Friday unveiled the latest version of its artificial intelligence large language model Pangu 3.0, as part of its broader push to leverage AI to accelerate digital transformation in a wide range of sectors.
(2023-07-09). China launches real-time customs tax deduction via digital RMB. ecns.cn A company from Guangdong Province successfully used digital RMB to pay import tariff of 8880.76 yuan (about $1225.98) and import value-added tax of 24244.48 yuan on Friday for the first time relying on the real-time customs tax deduction function of China's Treasury Information Process System (TIPS).
(2023-07-09). Chongqing alerts adjusted following downpour. ecns.cn Multiple parts of Chongqing, including Chengkou county and Kaizhou and Liangping districts, were rated a blue alert for geological disasters..
(2023-07-09). Digital economy becomes major GDP driver. ecns.cn China's digital economy reached 50.2 trillion yuan ($6.9 trillion) in 2022, accounting for 41.5 percent of the country's GDP, an official from the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday in Dalian, Liaoning province.
(2023-07-09). Lancang-Mekong-Sichuan Express departs Chengdu for Europe. ecns.cn A Lancang-Mekong-Sichuan Express train carrying automotive spare parts departed from Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province on Friday morning.
(2023-07-09). Insights | BRI allows world to share fruits of Chinese modernization. ecns.cn Hassan Daud Butt, former director CPEC project and director of BRI %26amp; Regional Studies Global Governance Institute and SDPI, noted that the Belt and Road Initiative is one of the greatest initiatives given by China. The concept of modernization is also a concept of "responsible growth". When China develops and becomes modernized, other countries also benefit, especially its neighboring countries like Pakistan. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-09). Hiroshima Survivors Decry Link to Pearl Harbor. scheerpost.com 
A U.S.-Japan "sister peace park" agreement angers representatives of the survivors of the 1945 atomic bombings of Japan, who want Washington to admit the "A-bomb did not end the war and save the lives of American soldiers."
(2023-07-09). Lukashenko Says Wagner Chief Prigozhin Is in Russia. scheerpost.com 
(2023-07-09). With Drone Strike, the Occupied West Bank Could Turn Into War-Ravaged Gaza. scheerpost.com 
(2023-07-09). How Blackrock Investment Fund Triggered the Global Energy Crisis. globalresearch.ca The energy crisis is a long-planned strategy of western corporate capital to dismantle industrial economies in the name of a dystopian Green Agenda. That has its roots well before February 2022, when Russia launched its military action in Ukraine.
(2023-07-09). Final Straw: Continuing the Struggle Against The Mountain Valley Pipeline. itsgoingdown.org Long-running anarchist radio and podcast show The Final Straw speaks with activists on the ongoing struggle against the Mountain Valley Pipeline. This week, we're sharing a conversation with Rose and Crystal, two comrades involved in the struggle against the Mountain Valley Pipeline, a 304 mile, 41 inch in diameter liquefied so-called natural gas pipeline with…
(2023-07-09). The People Are The Builders Of The Brazil's Unified Health System. popularresistance.org Brazil's 17th National Health Conference brought a significant portion of the social mobilizations that led to President Lula's electoral victory to the federal capital Brasilia. It was a rare opportunity to see all, or almost all, the social struggles from different corners of the country in one place. The National Health Conference represented an important gathering point for different activists and generations, highlighting the long-standing challenges in the pursuit of social justice. | The National Health Conferences are spaces for activists and the population at large to conduct dialogue with the government…
(2023-07-09). 70% want an end to native forest logging. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Bill to legalise personal pot introduced in NSW, Vic, WA. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Costly amalgamations: the university merger mania. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Ecosocialism 2023 strengthens the fight for a world beyond capitalism. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Feminista Melbourne pays tribute to JàÆna Amini. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Former ADF major says military industrial complex 'keeps us chained to the past'. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Korean community protests Fukushima waste plan. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Labor must act on council demerger promises. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Nauru's refugee stain and Australia's complicity. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Postal workers fight for an activist union. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Public housing residents call action to save Barak Beacon Estate. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Socialist Sarah Hathway elected to the City of Greater Geelong Council. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Unite union pushes for fair pay for hospitality workers. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Jenin atrocity sparks call for Australia to ban all military exports to Israel. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-07-09). Canada's Political Elites Are Climate Criminals in the Pocket of Big Oil. socialistproject.ca 
With each mile of country that burns in wildfire, this unwavering support for the oil industry is looking more and more deranged. As wildfires spread across Canada, Justin Trudeau sought to showcase his commitment to responsible environmental stewardship. He
(2023-07-09). Nicaragua: Fifth Anniversary Of Coup Attempt, Conflicting Accounts Persist. popularresistance.org According to Amnesty International (AI), five years ago the Nicaraguan government committed an extraordinary and horrendous crime. In October 2018, AI published a report, Instilling Terror,[1] concerning the violent coup attempt that took place in Nicaragua in April-July of that year. Among the incidents they covered, they gave prominence to a claim that on July 8, 2018, Faber López Vivas, a young member of the national police force's Directorate of Special Operations, was the subject of a possible "extrajudicial execution" by his fellow police officers. The report alleged that two days earlier, disenchanted with…
(2023-07-09). Ukraine's Failed Counter Offensive Paints NATO into a Corner. sonar21.com 
Is Joe Biden, on the eve of the NATO Summit in Vilnius, trying out for a part in the musical, GREASE? Shanga, shanga, waddle di doodle wop? Ukraine's attempt at…
(2023-07-09). Law That Fast-Tracks Mountain Valley Pipeline Challenged. popularresistance.org In asserting its power over that of the courts, Congress violated the separation of powers doctrine when it parachuted in to save the Mountain Valley Pipeline. | That is what environmental groups contend in written arguments filed with a federal appeals court. Proving it, however, may be another matter. | "It's a very tricky legal question," said Evan Zoldan, a professor at the University of Toledo's law school who has read the legal briefs in a case that raises a fundamental question: Did Congress breach the U.S. Constitution when it passed a law that fast-tracks completion of the controversial pipeline?
(2023-07-09). The Climate (CO2) Hoax and the Control Matrix. Mega-banks and Corporations. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-09). It's Hard for Americans to Engage in China-Bashing Without Tripping on Contradictions. orinocotribune.com By Yves Smith — Jul 7, 2023 | The contradictions of China-bashing in the United States begin with how often it is flat-out untrue. The Wall Street Journal
(2023-07-09). Qatar Boosts Mediator Credentials by Hosting Secret US-Venezuela Talks. orinocotribune.com The meeting in Doha sought to 'unblock' strained relations between Washington and Caracas. | Qatar last month hosted direct talks between Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez and Juan Gonzalez, advisor for the Western Hemisphere at the US National Security Council, according to Spanish daily The focus of the high-level meeting, which took place without mediators or third parties present, was to "establish a direct channel of comm…
(2023-07-09). The US Meat Supply May Soon be Widely Contaminated with mRNA Proteins From Biotech "Vaccines" globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-09). Non-Aligned Movement Reiterates Support for Venezuela Against US Blockade. orinocotribune.com The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) has approved a document reiterating its support for Venezuela and its constitutional government headed by President Nicolás Maduro, thus challenging the US-imposed blockade on the country. | The alternate ambassador of Venezuela to the United Nations, Joaquín Pérez Ayestarán, posted on his Twitter account that the document was approved by the heads of state and government of the NAM in Kampala, capital of Uga…
(2023-07-09). The Neighborhood's Communication Department. popularresistance.org Minneapolis, MN — "We're trying to be the neighborhood's communication department," said Duaba, Confluence Studio's co-founder, while standing inside a shipping container-turned print shop in South Minneapolis. "We worked with neighbors," said Confluence's other co-founder Sam, "to collaboratively construct this idea of what a newsroom for neighbors could be." | The container was initially gifted to Confluence Studio a few years ago. Duaba and Sam, who already had a print shop, worked with the community to build the Autonomous Mobile Media Unit, or the AMMU, inside the container.
(2023-07-09). Luisa González, The New Face Of Correísmo. popularresistance.org Less than a month after a surprise designation as the presidential candidate of the Citizens' Revolution, polls show Luisa González as the favorite to win the elections in Ecuador, far ahead of her closest opponent. | Her candidacy's strong point lies in being endorsed by the Citizens' Revolution (RC) movement, led by former President Rafael Correa. This movement has won three consecutive presidential elections: firstly with Correa from 2007 to 2017, followed by Lenín Moreno's term from 2017 to 2021. It was only in the 2021 presidential elections that the movement faced defeat in the runoff against current Presid…
(2023-07-09). How To Build A Bank To Scale Up Local Food Ecosystems. popularresistance.org Charley Cummings had a vision of creating a new, sustainable, local food system. In 2013 he and his wife started their own company in Concord, New Hampshire, delivering grass-fed beef and pasture-raised pork and chicken purchased from farmers in the region and delivered directly to consumers. Along the way, he's found farmers, food processors, distributors and consumers who are excited to be part of it. | But the banks haven't been interested. | "There were farmers and also other types of food businesses, processors and things that wanted to scale alongside us, but seem to have trouble accessing the right type of…
(2023-07-09). The Plan: WHO's Ten Years of Infectious Diseases (2020 to 2030), Leading to World Tyranny. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-09). "Preemptive Nuclear War": The Historic Battle for Peace and Democracy. A Third World War Threatens the Future of Humanity. globalresearch.ca US nuclear doctrine consists in portraying nuclear weapons as a means of "self defense" rather than a "weapon of mass destruction". There are powerful financial interests behind Joe Biden's $1.3 trillion nuclear weapons program initiated under Obama.
(2023-07-09). Global WAR-NING! Geoengineering Is Wrecking Our Planet and Humanity. globalresearch.ca World leaders are meeting in Glasgow at COP-26. All eyes are now on "the imminent dangers of CO2 and greenhouse gas emissions". The "climate emergency" is a timely instrument of propaganda used to distract people from questioning "the real crisis", namely the Covid-19 "plandemic".
(2023-07-09). CBDCs are a solution for a problem we don't have, and they want to implant it under our skin. expose-news.com Speaking about universal basic income, Professor Richard Werner said: "You will get 2 000 Euros into your account every month. But of course, to run this efficiently [they'll say: ] 'We need to …
(2023-07-09). Climate Related News: Eco-fascism is coming to the fore. expose-news.com Finland has reminded us of the rise of eco-fascism as a Minister who called for "climate abortions" for African women four years ago is forced to resign. This comes as the World …
(2023-07-09). President Maduro Makes New Appointments in Venezuela's Military High Command. orinocotribune.com 
The president of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and commander-in-chief of the Bolivarian National Armed Force (FANB), Nicolás Maduro, announced new appointments in the military high command of the country during the joint graduation ceremony for the different categories of technical commanders, troops, and the passing to active reserve of the 1990 promotions of the FANB, held at the Bolivarian Military University of Venezuela (UMBV), also know as the Military Academy, in Caracas. | During the event on Friday, July 7, the president ratified Vladimir Padrino López as the minister for Defense "for his values o…
(2023-07-09). Prime Minister of Barbados Meets President Maduro on Official Visit in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com 
The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, received the prime minister of Barbados, Mia Amor Mottley, who is on her first official visit to Venezuela. | At the meeting, which took place on Saturday, July 8, bilateral agreements on energy, agriculture, air transport, and other cooperation treaties were signed at Miraflores Palace. | The Barbadian prime minister arrived in Venezuela on Saturday and was received by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil. Thereafter, Motltey met with Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez. She also visited the National Pantheon in Caracas where she paid a floral tribute to the Libe…
(2023-07-09). The Syrian Refugees in Germany Face Danger. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-09). øCómo avanza la Misión Milagro en Venezuela?>. telesurtv.net Actualmente este programa social de salud beneficia a la población venezolana, pero también a aquellos pacientes en Centroamérica y el Caribe.
(2023-07-09). Argentina condena a 16 exmilitares por crímenes de la dictadura. telesurtv.net Entre los condenados se encuentran un exfiscal de la Justicia Federal y los integrantes del grupo de tareas del Regimiento 22 de Infantería del Ejército.
(2023-07-09). Transporte público argentino levanta paro tras negociación. telesurtv.net Tras el fin de la medida de fuerza impulsada por las empresas, todas las líneas retoman su habitual funcionamiento.
(2023-07-09). Presidenta de Supremo impide oficializar resultados electorales en Guatemala. telesurtv.net La decisión de Silvia Valdés, que fue emitida de forma unilateral sin el resto de magistrados de la Corte Suprema de Justicia, deja en el aire nuevamente el proceso electoral de Guatemala.
(2023-07-09). Japón insta a 370 mil residentes de Shimane a evacuar sus hogares. telesurtv.net En la ciudad de Izumo, ha habido al menos 15 deslizamientos de tierra y 20 lugares fueron impactados por el desbordamiento de los ríos.
(2023-07-09). Rusia condena entrega de bombas de racimo a Ucrania. telesurtv.net EE.UU. anunció este viernes la decisión de transferir a Ucrania municiones de racimo prohibidas por una convención internacional ratificada por 123 países.
(2023-07-09). Primera ministra de Barbados se reúne con vicepresidenta de Venezuela. telesurtv.net A su llegada al Aeropuerto Internacional Simón Bolívar, en La Guaira, Mottley fue recibida por el ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Yván Gil, con los honores correspondientes a su alta investidura.
(2023-07-09). Las agresiones armadas más terribles de Israel contra Palestina. telesurtv.net Para el régimen sionista, la diplomacia de las armas ha sido una constante en el manejo de sus relaciones con Palestina.
(2023-07-09). EE.UU. confirma el suministro de bombas de racimo a Ucrania. telesurtv.net El asesor de Seguridad Nacional de EE.UU., afirmó que Joe Biden tomó la decisión de enviar las municiones de racimo por recomendación unánime de su administración.
(2023-07-09). Prohíben marchas contra la violencia policial en Francia. telesurtv.net A pesar de la prohibición el partido La Francia Insumisa llamó a marchas de "duelo y cólera" por la violencia policial en Marsella y Estrasburgo.
(2023-07-09). Gustavo Petro y Lula da Silva participarán en cumbre amazónica. telesurtv.net Los presidentes de Colombia y Brasil se reunirán en la sede de la Universidad Nacional de Colombia en Leticia, momentos antes del cierre de la cumbre amazónica.
(2023-07-09). Premier de Países Bajos renuncia por desacuerdo de coalición. telesurtv.net El primer ministro quería reducir solo a 200 las reunificaciones familiares de los niños con sus familiares que ya se encontraban en la condición de refugiados.
(2023-07-09). Just Stop Oil Disrupts Wimbledon To Highlight Climate Emergency. popularresistance.org Just Stop Oil activists disrupted Wimbledon to demand that the UK government halts new licences for fossil fuels. | In the afternoon of 5 July, two Just Stop Oil supporters ran onto Court 18 while Sho Shimabukuro and Grigor Dimitrov were playing. They threw orange confetti glitter and jigsaw pieces onto the courts before being removed by security. The game was disrupted while marshals cleared up the debris. | 68 year-old Deborah Wilde took part in the action. She said: | I'm just an ordinary grandmother in resistance to this government's policy of serving us new oil and gas licences. In normal circumstances this…
(2023-07-09). U.S. DOD issued contract for 'COVID-19 Research' in Ukraine in 2019. expose-news.com The world first started to hear about a novel coronavirus in early January 2020, with reports of an alleged new pneumonia like illness spreading across Wuhan, China. However, the world did not …
(2023-07-09). Veterans' Group Responds To Biden's 'Cluster Bombs For Ukraine'. popularresistance.org Veterans For Peace and other U.S. anti-war organizations denounce the Biden administration's decision to send cluster bomb munitions to Ukraine and they will hold a rally on July 22 at 11 am at the Scranton (PA) Army Ammunition Plant to oppose sending cluster bombs, and all weapons, into the Ukraine War, and call for an immediate ceasefire. | The Scranton plant produces 11,000 artillery shells a month but cannot keep up with the demand for killing. That the U.S. would even consider sending cluster bombs, a weapon designed to wound as many people as possible, into the Ukraine War to make up for the lack of artille…
(2023-07-09). Lancet Study on COVID Vaccine Autopsies Finds 74% Were Caused by Vaccine — Study Is Removed Within 24 Hours. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-09). Ukraine: Those Who Take Their Wishes for Reality Will Have a Nightmare. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-09). History: Hitler was Financed by the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England. globalresearch.ca Note to readers: please click the share buttons above | feature image: Hitler, Schacht and Prescott Bush | First published by Global Research in May 2016, Minor edits by Global Research. Title as in the original. | Incisive historical analysis. | From World War …
(2023-07-08). City of New Orleans attempts exit of consent decree, protesters demand community control of the police. fightbacknews.org New Orleans, LA – June 28 at 8: 30 a.m., a dozen people rallied outside the Hale Boggs Federal Building on Poydras Street with New Orleans for Community Oversight of the Police (NOCOP). They demanded the New Orleans Police Department Consent Decree, the most expansive one in the nation, not be waived. | The consent decree is an oversight agreement from the U.S. Department of Justice. It was put in place in 2013 to respond to racist policing, civil rights violations, and unconstitutional police conduct. Protesters emphasized that the consent decree is not a substitute for real community control of the police. | NOC…
(2023-07-08). Asylum seekers sexually assaulted by Chicago police, community demands justice. fightbacknews.org Chicago, IL- On July 6, news outlets reported that Chicago police officers allegedly sexually assaulted several asylum seekers who had been sleeping in the lobby of Chicago's 10th District police station. One of the asylum seekers, a teenager, was impregnated. The news prompted outrage from community members. | Thirty people gathered outside the 10th District station at 3315 W Ogden Avenue on the evening of July 7, to demand that any officers engaged in sexual misconduct be fired and prosecuted. Recently-elected District Councilors criticized the lack of transparency by the Chicago Police Department and the…
(2023-07-08). Book review: "The East is Still Red" fightbacknews.org The new book, The East is Still Red: Chinese Socialism in the 21st Century, by Carlos Martinez and published by Praxis Press, is a valuable and important defense of socialism in the People's Republic of China today. As the U.S. ramps up propaganda and aggression against China, this book addresses an important need, for everyone who wants a better world, to understand and defend China. | The book begins by acknowledging that there is a great deal of ignorance and confusion, especially in the imperialist countries, about China. Martinez writes, "Even among socialists and communists, there are misconceptions and imp…
(2023-07-08). UPS negotiations collapse ahead of contract expiration, strike looms. liberationnews.org 
After marathon bargaining sessions lasting until 4am on July 5, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters walked out of negotiations with United Parcel Service (UPS). The National Negotiating Committee of the union unanimously rejected the inadequate proposals from UPS. With no more bargaining sessions scheduled ahead of the contract's expiration date on July 31, the stage is set for the Teamsters to launch a nation-wide strike of 340,000 UPS drivers. This would be the largest strike at a single employer in U.S. history, and would be felt throughout the country and around the world.
(2023-07-08). The Capitalists Are Circling Over Ukraine. strategic-culture.org By Thomas FAZI | Two weeks ago, thousands of representatives from businesses and governments from across the world gathered in London to "support Ukraine's recovery". But was the gathering of all those Western corporate elites at the " data-widget-id="AR_2″>Last year, the Ukrainian government essentially outsourced the entire post-war "reconstruction" process to BlackRock, the world's largest asset management fi…
(2023-07-08). The West Continues to Dominate the Global Arms Trade. strategic-culture.org 
NATO, EU and their allies account for the lion's share of the global weapons sales with the United States being the unquestionable leader. Non-western countries taken together (including Russia and China) sell five times less weapons globally. The measure used is SIPRI TIV, which measures transfers of military capability rather than the financial value of arms transfers. All data is for December 2022 except for Serbia and Indonesia (December 2021).
(2023-07-08). The Indian Child Welfare Act upheld! workers.org 
On June 15, the Supreme Court of the United States voted to uphold the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) in Brackeen v. Haaland, a Supreme Court case that sought to declare ICWA unconstitutional. Had SCOTUS failed to uphold ICWA, the results would have been disastrous for Native nations and communities. . . . |
(2023-07-08). Perspectives] Investigating maternal deaths. thelancet.com The past few years have shown us that whichever lens is used to view maternal and perinatal mortality, it continues to be an emotive and relevant topic in the UK. Whether the discussions focus on poor maternity safety within hospitals or the stark racial differences in maternal outcomes, society agrees that one preventable maternal or perinatal death is one too many. The UK, however, has been successful in reducing maternal mortality. Almost a century ago in 1928 there were 2920 maternal deaths in the UK, whereas between 2018 and 2020 there were 229 such deaths.
(2023-07-08). World Report] Ethnic conflict hampering health services in Manipur, India. thelancet.com Violence has seen 50‚Äà000 people displaced and more than 100 killed, impeding delivery of health services and leading to staff shortages. Dinesh C Sharma reports from New Delhi.
(2023-07-08). Perspectives] Hani Kim: The RIGHT way to fund global public health research. thelancet.com South Korea is the first member of the OECD's Development Assistance Committee to have moved from aid recipient to aid donor. The RIGHT Foundation (RIGHT is an acronym of research investment for global health technology) based in Seoul is contributing to South Korea's involvement in global health. Hani Kim, Executive Director of the RIGHT Foundation since 2018, is committed to raising its profile globally and shaping its future development, especially its goal of greater health equity. Peter Hotez, Dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, USA, and a member of…
(2023-07-08). World Report] Shock over National Cancer Research Institute closure. thelancet.com An influential partnership of funders to promote cancer research in the UK is to close after 22 years, causing shock and anger. Jacqui Thornton reports.
(2023-07-08). World Report] Political instability hampering Peruvian dengue response. thelancet.com Peru's fifth health minister in 2 years has resigned as cases of dengue have surged. Joe Parkin Daniels reports.
(2023-07-08). Activists defend clinic from anti-abortion fascists. workers.org 
On the one-year anniversary of the Dobbs decision, which led to the imposition of anti-abortion laws and emboldened the right wing to push for more anti-trans legislation in many states, a crowd organized by a coalition of groups, marched to a local women's health-care center to defend it from anti-abortion . . . |
(2023-07-08). Clinical Picture] Non-immune hydrops fetalis caused by Diamond-Blackfan anaemia and a mutation of the RPL15 gene. thelancet.com A 36-year-old woman, who was 27 weeks pregnant, attended our hospital reporting decreased fetal movements for 2 days. On examination, she appeared well; a fetal heart rate tracing showed reduced variability, and on fetal ultrasound, we detected pleural effusion, ascites, and subcutaneous oedema. The middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity (MCA-PSV) indicated possible fetal anaemia (figure). A Kleihauer-Betke test showed no fetal-maternal haemorrhage. The patient's blood type was O RhD-positive, and investigations found no red cell alloantibodies, thalassaemia, or maternal infections—parvovirus B19-spe…
(2023-07-08). US Sends Illegal Cluster Bombs To Ukraine, The "Safe & Effective" Lie & UN's Global Emergency Powers. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (7/8/23). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2023-07-08). Freddie Ponton Interview — What Is Really Happening In France? thelastamericanvagabond.com Joining me today Freddie Ponton, here to discuss what's really going on in France, and break down the many different factors at play. We of course discuss the many false and misleading narratives circulating within the two party paradigm and postulate about why this may be happening, and what it may be covering up. (odysee.com/@TLAVagabond: 5)
(2023-07-08). For-profit health care and the mental health crisis. workers.org 
As current living conditions get tougher for people, driving them into depression and despair, health-care CEOs are licking their chops at the profits to be made from increased demand for mental health services. St. Vincent's Hospital was dismantled in 2010 to build luxury condominiums. Credit: Crain's New York Business Mental . . . |
(2023-07-08). World Report] US affirmative action ruling may harm health equity. thelancet.com Health and science groups warn the Supreme Court's decision threatens workforce diversity and patient care. Susan Jaffe reports from Washington DC.
(2023-07-08). Editorial] Loneliness as a health issue. thelancet.com Loneliness is not new, but it does seem to be gaining attention as a social and health concern. The UK and Japan appointed ministers of loneliness in 2018 and 2021, respectively. The US Surgeon General recently called loneliness a public health problem on the scale of smoking: as damaging to physical health as 15 cigarettes per day. The COVID-19 pandemic—necessitating periods of physical distancing and changing the way many structure their working lives—has brought the issue of loneliness to the forefront.
(2023-07-08). 10 years since the military coup in Egypt. wsws.org This week marks the tenth anniversary of the military coup in Egypt. On July 3, 2013, the then-military chief General Abdel Fatah al-Sisi took power with the support of the imperialist powers and established one of the most brutal and bloodiest regimes in the entire globe.
(2023-07-08). Australia: Young apprentice worker killed at Newcastle hospital building site. wsws.org According to Safe Work Australia's preliminary figures, 16 construction workers have died already this year. Across all industries, 78 worker deaths were recorded in the 187 days to July 6, a rate of one fatality every 2.4 days.
(2023-07-08). Biden taps Elliott Abrams, champion of death squads, for US diplomacy panel. wsws.org Abrams is one of the most loathsome figures in the US foreign policy establishment, personifying the homicidal violence, thuggishness and hypocrisy that has pervaded Washington's global operations for the last four decades.
(2023-07-08). As Canadian dockworkers strike enters second week, container ships bound for British Columbia are being diverted to American ports. wsws.org The first diverted container ships have been identified as the MSC Sara Elena and the OOCL San Francisco.
(2023-07-08). Thailand to hold joint parliamentary session to install next government. wsws.org Despite the Move Forward Party-led coalition winning a majority in the parliamentary lower house, it can still be prevented from forming government by the military-appointed upper house.
(2023-07-08). Australian Robodebt inquiry covers up political responsibility for systemic cruelty to welfare recipients. wsws.org Robodebt was not an aberration. Whether fully automated or not, the "income compliance" programs began under the Hawke-Keating Labor government in the 1990s and continue to this day.
(2023-07-08). Trudeau government and Biden administration conspiring to shut down west coast Canadian dockworkers strike. wsws.org The meeting Thursday between Canada's Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan and US Acting Secretary of Labour Julie Su must be taken as a warning by the more than 7,400 west coast Canadian dockworkers striking across 30 ports in British Columbia.
(2023-07-08). Support grows among autoworkers for lawsuit demanding UAW elections be re-run: "This entire election needs to be tossed" wsws.org In an indication of the seriousness with which the suit is being taken, several articles about Lehman's suit have appeared in leading legal news outlets over the past week.
(2023-07-08). Young people around Australia speak out against Macquarie University's refusal to affiliate anti-war IYSSE club. wsws.org One young person said the attack on the IYSSE by Macquarie University is "an affront to democracy, intentionally crippling the ability of politically keen students to organise and fully voice their opinion from a socialist perspective."
(2023-07-08). Guantánamo Diary Revisited: Mohamedou Slahi seeks out his torturers. wsws.org In the film's opening, John Goetz argues that "it's a David and Goliath story … the whole weight and power of the American government focused against one individual."
(2023-07-08). Sending cluster bombs to Ukraine, Washington makes clear it will stop at nothing. wsws.org The aim of the decision to use cluster bombs—regardless of its long-term impact on civilians—is to kill as many Russian soldiers as possible. The reasoning that led in the past to the use of Agent Orange and Napalm—and which will be used to sanction the use of tactical nuclear weapons—is presently at work.
(2023-07-08). Devastating COVID-19 surge in Okinawa exposes lies that the pandemic is over. wsws.org This alarming development, which raises the possibility that a new and more dangerous variant could be spreading in Okinawa, has gone entirely unreported by all media outlets outside of Japan.
(2023-07-08). Heavily armed January 6 insurrectionist arrested outside Obama's home after Trump posts his address on social media. wsws.org Prosecutors allege 37-year-old Taylor Taranto had two firearms, hundreds of rounds of ammunition and a machete in the van he drove to Obama's house.
(2023-07-08). China retaliates against US with export restrictions on strategic metals. wsws.org China's export restrictions on germanium and gallium were announced just prior to the visit of US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen that will bring with it new US demands and threats.
(2023-07-08). Gary Tyler, then and now: From class war prisoner to artist. wsws.org Gary Tyler, a class-war prisoner from Destrehan, Louisiana, was framed up at the age of 16 for a murder he did not commit and incarcerated for nearly 42 years. He is now an artist and mentor of ex-prisoners.
(2023-07-08). Ukraine is tired — is Poland entering the game? uwidata.com By Hàºseyin Vodinalƒ± Putin wants an agreement on the current status quo in Ukraine. Biden (and the oligarchy that rules him behind the scenes) wants an electoral victory or, if not, the continuation of the war. Ukraine is devastated. It has no military left. Its weapons are not enough. It manages with pipeline, bridge, and …
(2023-07-08). Uruguay: Water you should not drink. uwidata.com By Oscar Rotundo Not long ago, it was predicted that the next wars would be for water. In today's Uruguay, a battle is being waged within this war against the commodification and exploitation of water resources, which are being being valued more than life. The Oriental Republic of Uruguay was the first country in the …
(2023-07-08). 'The Neighborhood's Communication Department' — Confluence Studio's Print Shop. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-07-08). Abolitionist Mariame Kaba Uncovers Hidden History of Black-Native Solidarity. truthout.org In 1966, at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, Black mega-celebrity and activist Dick Gregory was sentenced to 90 days in the Thurston County jail in Washington for illegal net fishing. As a coordinated movement of sit-ins for voting rights and desegregation spread across the South like wildfires, "fish-ins," an effort for increased native fishing rights, popped up in the Pacific Northwest. |
(2023-07-08). Idaho Disbands Maternal Mortality Review Committee Amid National Surge in Deaths. truthout.org On July 1, Idaho became the only state without a legal requirement or specialized committee to review maternal deaths related to pregnancy. The change comes after state lawmakers, in the midst of a national upsurge in maternal deaths, decided not to extend a sunset date for the panel set in 2019, when they established the state's Maternal Mortality Review Committee, or MMRC. |
(2023-07-08). US Treasury Secretary Visits China Amid Rising Economic Tensions. truthout.org Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's visit to Beijing, currently underway, is just as important as Secretary of State Antony Blinken's higher profile visit last month. She will be searching for ways to stabilize badly damaged economic relations threatening harm to all sides. On her first day of meetings Friday, she and Chinese Premier Li Qiang made pledges to strengthen their economic ties… |
(2023-07-08). The Federalist Society Just Won Its 40-Year War on Affirmative Action. truthout.org On June 29, the Supreme Court upheld a challenge to affirmative action at Harvard and the University of North Carolina and put an end to race-conscious measures to overcome discrimination. The Federalist Society, an ultra-conservative legal organization, was the central force behind this decision. In immediate terms, the opinions that killed affirmative action were written by the six justices who… |
(2023-07-08). 10 Years After Historic Hunger Strike, Will CA Finally End Solitary Confinement? truthout.org This past April, Todd Ashker walked to the prison dining hall and ate at a table with other men. "So, this is what it feels like to be around fellow human beings and share a meal" he recalled thinking. This is an everyday occurrence in prisons across the United States, but for Ashker, this mundane meal symbolized the culmination of a decades-long fight. And he says that the fight isn't over. |
(2023-07-08). What happened to Ukraine's spring offensive? thecommunists.org With Kiev smarting from the loss of Artemovsk (aka Bakhmut) to Russian forces, the long anticipated counteroffensive by Ukraine began on 5 June. In the first few days Ukrainian forces launched attacks all along the front line and there are reports of towns being taken, lost and taken again, but to date there have been …
(2023-07-08). CNN and US Government Pushing the Envelope — Obsolete F16s or F/A-18 Hornets won't make an "Iota of Difference" in Ukraine! journal-neo.org 
(2023-07-08). The Magic Skin of US dollar hegemony. journal-neo.org 
The dominance of the US dollar in the global economy continues to wane quietly but relentlessly as many countries actively seek other currencies. First and foremost, they are the BRICS nations of Russia, China, India, Brazil, and South Africa. Although it appeared to be only a few countries, the total population is over 3.23 billion, […] | –°–æ–æ–±—â–µ–Ω–∏–µ
(2023-07-08). Calamities suffered by migrant women in Panama are pointed out. plenglish.com Panama City, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) Irregular migrant women suffer the greatest calamities on their way through the Darien jungle, in Panama, on their way to the United States, an international forum on the subject explained.
(2023-07-08). Cooperation actions with Cuba are outlined in France. plenglish.com Paris, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) The Cuba Coopération France (CubaCoop) association discussed the progress of its projects of socio-economic accompaniment to the island and ratified the will to promote them in the second half of this year.
(2023-07-08). Cuban President congratulates new heads of diplomatic missions. plenglish.com Havana, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel sent congratulations to the new heads of mission appointed abroad, who signed an oath the day before referring to their commitment to the fulfillment of the Constitution of the Republic.
(2023-07-08). Díaz-Canel congratulates Santiago for hosting patriotic celebration. plenglish.com Havana, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel congratulated the inhabitants of the eastern province of Santiago de Cuba, host of the central event for the National Rebellion Day, which is celebrated on July 26.
(2023-07-08). Drone to be used for health services in rural areas in Uruguay. plenglish.com Montevideo, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) The hospital of Tacuarembó, in the center-north of Uruguay, is getting ready to be a pioneer in the country to use a drone for public health care.
(2023-07-08). Yamandú Orsi leads electoral poll in Uruguay. plenglish.com Montevideo, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) A poll by the consulting firm Cifra puts the pre-candidate of the Frente Amplio, Yamandú Orsi, at the head of the preference for the presidency of the Republic in the elections of 2024.
(2023-07-08). What Trips off a Troll Alarm. dissidentvoice.org 
(2023-07-08). UNICEF warns about increased violence against children worldwide. plenglish.com On its Twitter account, the UN agency denounced sexual assaults, rapes and kidnappings of infants, especially girls. | UNICEF strongly condemned all forms of abuse, neglect and exploitation of children, and called on the media to protect the right to privacy of the youngest and refrain from publishing the names and photos of the victims of violence. | It also noted the importance of not creating barriers for other affected people to report violence due to fear of stigmatization. | A report released by the Fund in mid-June expressed concern about the impact of the crisis on children's access to education and ment…
(2023-07-08). Saturday 7/8: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The People & The Olive" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-07-08). Erdogan Signals To Moscow: Azov Commanders Allowed To Return To Ukraine From Turkey. southfront.org 
On July 8, five commanders of the notorious Ukrainian Azov battalion returned to Ukraine from Turkey. They were supposed to stay in Turkey until the end of hostilities "under the personal guarantees of the Turkish president". However, it seems that the Turkish President changed his mind. | The commander of the Azov Denis Prokopenko, acting commander of the 36th Separate Marine Brigade Sergei Volynsky, Deputy Commander Svyatoslav Palamar, Major of the National Guard Oleg Khomenko and Colonel…
(2023-07-08). How So Many Americans Learned to "Stop Worrying" and "Love the Nukes" southfront.org 
Illustrative Image | Written by Social psychosis is widespread. In the words of the British psychiatrist, R. D. Laing, "The condition of alienation, of being asleep, of being unconscious, of being out…
(2023-07-08). In Video 18+: Rare Footage Shows Ukrainian Unit Trapped In Russian Trenches. southfront.org
(2023-07-08). In Video: Innovation Of Ukrainian Air Defense Forces. southfront.org
(2023-07-08). Military Situation In Donbass On July 8, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Nevskoye; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Dibrova; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Bakhmut; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Makarivka; | Clashes between Russian forces and the AFU continue in Mariinka; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Pervomaiskoye; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Avdiivka; | Up to 95…
(2023-07-08). Military Situation In Southern Ukraine On July 8, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Lugovskoye; | Russian artillery destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Orikhiv; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Robotyne; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Makarivka; | Up to 200 Ukrainian soldiers, 2 infantry vehicles, 2 armored vehicles, 3 motor vehicles, 4 artillery systems were destroyed in Zaporozhye region, according to the Russian MOD; | Up to 80 Ukr…
(2023-07-08). Military Situation In Syria On July 8, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
(2023-07-08). Military Situation In Ukraine On July 8, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Last night, Russian strikes destroyed warehouses in Kryvyi Rih; | Last night, explosions thundered in Dnipro; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Sinkovka; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Kharkov; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Dibrova; | Russian artillery struck AFU positions near Yampolovka; | Russian artillery destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Orikhiv; | Clashes between the Russian Army and the AFU continue near Orikhiv; | Clas…
(2023-07-08). Russian UAVs Destroy Military Facilities In Ukrainian Rear Areas. southfront.org 
Fire reported in Kryvyi Rig | On the night of July 8, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation launched another wave of strikes on the military facilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) throughout the country. Last night, explosions were reported in the cities of Krivyi Rig and Dnipro. | Air alert sounded in the Dnipropetrovsk, Kirovograd, Mykolaiv, Poltava, Sumy, Kharkiv and Cherkasy regions, as well as in the areas controlled by Ukrainian forces in the Donetsk People's Republic, Zaporozhye and Kherson regions. | T…
(2023-07-08). The Robodebt Rogues Gallery. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image | Written by Dr. Binoy Kampmark | If ever there was an instance of such a hideous failing in government policy and its cowardly implementation by the public service, Australia's cruel, inept and vicious Robodebt program would have to be one of them. | Robodebt was a scheme developed by the Department of Human Services (DHS) and submitted as a budget measure by the then Minister for Social Services, Scott Morrison, in 2015. Its express purpose: to recover claimed overpayments from welfare reci…
(2023-07-08). France Joins U.S. In Complaining Of Russian 'Harassment' In Syria's Skies. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image. By the French military. | A Russian SU-35 fighter jet conducted a "non-professional interaction" with two French Rafale fighter jets that were flying a mission along the Syrian-Iraqi border on July 6, according to the French military. | The two Rafales maneuvered in order to avoid the risk of accident, the French military said on Twitter, without providing any additional information. | The French military operations in Syria as a part of an anti-ISIS c…
(2023-07-08). ISIS Cells Continue To Launch Attacks In U.S.-Held Areas In Syria. southfront.org 
File image. | On July 8, an ISIS cell attacked a checkpoint of the United States-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) near the town of al-Kubar in the northwestern countryside of Deir Ezzor, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR). | The London-based monitoring group said that the hit-and-run attack didn't result in any losses, adding that the terrorists were able to flee. | This was the second such attack by ISIS cells in Syria's northeastern region in less than a week. On July 4, the group…
(2023-07-08). Kiev Forces Launched More Futile Attacks In Different Directions (Videos). southfront.org 
File image. | On July 8, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced that Kiev forces had launched several new attacks in the directions of Donetsk, Krasny Liman and South Donetsk. | The ministry said in a statement that the Russian Yug Group of Forces repelled nine attacks close to Druzhba, Severnoye, Maryinka, and Pervomaiskoye in the Donetsk direction. Russian strikes also hit Ukrainian troops near Krasnogorovka, Avdeevka, Veseloye and west of Kleshcheevka. | In addition, an ammunition depot for HIMARS multiple…
(2023-07-08). New Frontline Footage Shows More Ukrainian Losses. southfront.org File image. | Kiev forces continue to sustain human and material losses while attempting to advance as a part of their ongoing counteroffensive. | Several videos that surfaced online on July 7 and 8 showed some of the losses the Russian military inflicted on Kiev forces in different directions. | Two of the videos show recent strikes with FPV suicide drones against a group of Ukrainian troops as well as a T-72 main battel tank in an unspecified direction. A third video shows a strike with a Lance…
(2023-07-08). Russian Airstrikes Hit Militants Positions Near U.S. Garrison In Syria's Al-Tanf (Video). southfront.org 
A Russian Su-24 strike aircraft in the sky over the Khmeimim airbase in Syria. Photo: Dmitriy Vinogradov / RIA Novosti | A series of Russian airstrikes have reportedly targeted militants operating near the United States-led coalition garrison in the southeastern Syrian area of al-Tanf. | Video footage of the Russian airstrikes surfaced online on July 7. Nevertheless, it is still unclear when exactly the airstrikes took place. The coalition and Syrian opposition media didn't report a…
(2023-07-08). U.S. Claims Its Drones Got 'Harassed' Over Syria For Third Time This Week. 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 Air Force said that its drones were "harassed" again by Russian fighter jets while operating over Syria on July 7."Earlier today three MQ-9 drones were once again harassed by Russian fighter aircraft while flying over Syria," commander of US Air Forces Central Lieutenant General Alex Grynkewich said in a…
(2023-07-08). U.S. Moved 650 Fighters From Syrian Democratic Forces To Ukraine — Report. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image. Source: sdf-press.com | The United States has moved hundreds of fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to Ukraine, Sputnik reported on July 7. | The fighters were transported to Ukraine via the autonomous Iraqi region of Kurdistan over the six past months, according to the Russian news agency, which added that the fighters are now being deployed at the front with Kiev forces against the Russian military."The American army transported the 650 militants via p…
(2023-07-08). Saturday 7/29: International Childfree Convention 2023. indybay.org Virtual on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@childfreeconvention | FREE livestream…
(2023-07-08). Wednesday 8/23: On Embodied Activism. indybay.org
(2023-07-08). Assange Appeal — The US-UK Deception. popularresistance.org The 'Perfected Grounds of Appeal' submitted by Julian Assange's lawyers to the High Court of England and Wales reveals new evidence of deception by both Britain and the United States. Emmy Butlin from the Julian Assange Defence Committee discusses the revelations with Cathy Vogan, executive producer of CN Live!. Recorded July 3, 2023 on Julian Assange's 52nd birthday, his 5th spent on remand in Belmarsh Prison in London. "So there were things that leapt out at me, things I knew about already, but more detail, some transcripts, very important points. And well, one of the things was that we thought that there was a…
(2023-07-08). My Final Networking Message in this Absurd Postmodern American Social Experiment. indybay.org That's All Folks!
(2023-07-08). Iran Joins Shanghai Cooperation Organization. dissidentvoice.org This week's News on China. | ‚Ä¢ SCO's 23rd Summit | ‚Ä¢ Measures to protect the chip industry | ‚Ä¢ Over-reliance on seed imports | ‚Ä¢ Fewer Chinese students in the US…
(2023-07-08). Contracted area of the 6th CIIE exceeds 330,000 sqm to date. ecns.cn The sixth China International Import Expo, or the CIIE, scheduled to be held in Shanghai from Nov 5 to 10 this year, has a total of 330,000 square meters of contracted area to date.
(2023-07-08). Comicomment: U.S. Independence Day celebrations clouded by domestic predicament. ecns.cn Under multiple clouds of despair, as expressed by David Shribman, former executive editor of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the U.S. "no longer conforms to the boast in its national anthem that it is the home of the brave. It is instead the home of the fearful."
(2023-07-08). Internet regulator seeks public opinion on fighting cyberbullying. ecns.cn A draft regulation on combating cyberbullying began soliciting public opinion from Friday, as part of China's new plan to purify online environment and protect people's legitimate rights.
(2023-07-08). New Zealand welcomes China's application to join CPTPP: joint statement. ecns.cn New Zealand welcomes China's application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), said the Ministry of Commerce on Thursday.
(2023-07-08). Insights | Scholar: U.S., China should work together for a better future under the new normal. ecns.cn In an exclusive interview with China News Network, Sourabh Gupta, a senior research fellow at ICAS, pointed out that the U.S.-China relationship needs a "new normal" that features a stable, constructive and clear-eyed relationship, in which bilateral trade and investment ties can act as an important stabilizer.
(2023-07-08). China prohibits food imports from 10 Japanese prefectures over Fukushima wastewater. ecns.cn China has prohibited the import of food from ten prefectures, including Fukushima, in Japan, according to the general administration of customs on Friday.
(2023-07-08). Rare Milu deer spotted in Tianjin. ecns.cn The white-colored Milu deer, a rare species native to China, has recently been spotted in the Qilihai wetland area of North China's Tianjin municipality.
(2023-07-08). Railway maintenance workers endure extreme heat. ecns.cn A team of 16 workers toils outdoors to guarantee railway safety amid heat wave as temperatures of the railway track can reach nearly 50 degree Celsius.
(2023-07-08). World Artificial Intelligence Conference kicks off in Shanghai. ecns.cn
(2023-07-08). S. Korean activists question IAEA report on Fukushima nuke wastewater discharge plan. ecns.cn South Korean civic activists on Wednesday raised questions over the credibility of a final report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Japan's planned discharge of nuclear wastewater from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean. "ÄÄ…
(2023-07-08). Cluster bomb opponents 'appalled' by Biden becision to send banned weapons to Ukraine. mronline.org 
President Joe Biden has reportedly given final approval for the transfer of U.S. cluster munitions to Ukraine, ignoring warnings from human rights groups and progressive lawmakers who underscored the indiscriminate weapons' devastating impacts on civilians immediately upon use and far into the future.
(2023-07-08). Failed 'counteroffensive' in Ukraine as NATO prepares for summit, pressures Global South to toe a pro-war line. mronline.org 
Monthly military situation report for June 2023, by Dmitri Kovalevich, in Ukraine, June 29, 2023.
(2023-07-08). More than meets the silk press: Kamala Harris and U.S. imperialism. mronline.org 
Kamala Harris wants to be your aunty. The Biden Administration's controversial Vice President is often presented as either an incompetent sidekick, or a lovable big sister figure who "stays with her hair done".
(2023-07-08). Activists Continue to Fight Against 'Cop City' Construction Despite Challenges. scheerpost.com 
(2023-07-08). Chris Hedges: They Lied About Afghanistan. They Lied About Iraq. And They Are Lying About Ukraine. scheerpost.com 
(2023-07-08). Declassified Files Expose British Role in NATO's Gladio Terror Armies. scheerpost.com 
Newly declassified British files shed disturbing light on the origins and internal workings of Operation Gladio, a covert NATO plot deploying fascist terror militias across Italy. Have spies in London applied these lessons in Ukraine?
(2023-07-08). How a Notorious Georgia Army School Became America's Training Ground for Global Torture. scheerpost.com 
Fort Benning is home to a shadowy academy where around 84,000 Latin American soldiers and police officers have been taught on the U.S. dime on how to kill, torture and how to stamp out political activists.
(2023-07-08). US Will Provide Ukraine U.N. Condemned Cluster Bombs as Part of New Weapons Package. scheerpost.com 
(2023-07-08). VIDEO: The Death of Journalism. scheerpost.com
(2023-07-08). Colossal Financial Pyramid: BlackRock and The WEF "Great Reset" globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Norman Finkelstein: A National Treasure? dissidentvoice.org 
Among the most dangerous people in the US are those who actually once fervently believed the foundational myths of the country's social and political order. It's the true believers — we who are schooled on republican virtues, democratic procedures, universal equality, and fair play that are said to be deeply embedded in the US experience …
(2023-07-08). Europe Abandons All-Electric Car Mandate. Stupidity of the CO2 Transition. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Russia's Indigenous Heartland. libya360.wordpress.com Oleg Yasinsky Oleg Yasinsky and José Salcedo (Image by Pressenza) My friend, the Ecuadorian anthropologist José Salcedo, a researcher of shamanic cultures and civilisational crises, had a dream: he wanted to get to know the ancestral Siberian cultures and be able to compare their oral creation myths and healing ceremonies with those of the indigenous…
(2023-07-08). The NHS at 75 years: A sharp turn needed to fight health inequities. peoplesdispatch.org 75 years after its establishment, the NHS continues to enjoy strong support among health workers and patients, but struggles under the burden of divestment and prioritization of the private sector…
(2023-07-08). ICE Detainees' Hunger Strike Is Part Of A Long Fight For Freedom. popularresistance.org At two Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention centers in California's Central Valley, a cycle of resistance and retaliation has been intensifying over the past three years. Detainees at the facilities, which are operated by for-profit prison company GEO Group, have organized against abysmal conditions, prompting detention center authorities to respond with increasing levels of punitive action. | A motion was filed with the Eastern District Court of California on May 18 as part of an ongoing class-action lawsuit against GEO pertaining to the facilities. The filing marked a major escalation in a multipronged…
(2023-07-08). Something's Gotta Give: Imran Khan versus the Pakistan Military. dissidentvoice.org The internet was flooded with alarming images, showcasing an unprecedented backlash against the military establishment. Supporters of Imran from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, known as PTI supporters, engaged in destructive activities such as storming the General Headquarters and causing havoc at the Lahore Corps Commander's residence. They also defaced military monuments and properties across …
(2023-07-08). China and the US highlight the potential of bilateral cooperation. plenglish.com Beijing, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) Bilateral cooperation potentialities under mutual respect were underlined today by China and the United States, on the occasion of the visit here of the US Secretary of the Treasury, Janet Yellen.
(2023-07-08). Destruction of Palestinian village after Israeli assault denounced. plenglish.com Ramallah, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) Kamal Abu Al-Rub, deputy governor of Jenin, denounced today that the Israeli offensive against the refugee camp in the territory damaged 80 percent of the houses and destroyed the water, electricity and telephone networks.
(2023-07-08). Excellent relations between Iran and Algeria highlighted. plenglish.com He stressed in a joint press conference with Ahmed Attaf, his Algerian counterpart, held on Saturday in the Persian capital, that Tehran and Algeria have always had important dialogues and consultations at the highest authorities level on political issues and that it will continue to be so. | "Relations between the two countries are on the right track (…) In today's meeting, we agreed to hold a follow-up committee of the Joint High Commission at the level of Iran's first vice president and Algeria's prime minister, the relevant ministries are also in charge of organizing the follow-up committee. Their meetings…
(2023-07-08). Petro and Lula on the Road to the Amazon Summit. plenglish.com The meeting aims to agree on a strategy to guarantee the integrity of the ecosystem, stop the destructive use of the land and prevent the point of no return from being reached, as a response to climate and biodiversity crisis. | The meeting between the two heads of state and their respective delegations, will take place at the headquarters of the National University of Colombia in Leticia, moments before the closing plenary of the technical-scientific meeting of the Amazon. | This event represents the starting point for the creation of a new agenda for the Amazon based on science, ancestral knowledge, social incl…
(2023-07-08). Syria and Cuba stress adherence to the principles of the NAM. plenglish.com Damascus, Jul 8 (Prensa Latina) Media reported today that Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Al-Mekdad and Cuban First Deputy Foreign Minister Gerardo Peñalver reaffirmed the need to join the principles of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).
(2023-07-08). The U.N. Is Planning to Seize Global 'Emergency' Powers with Biden's Support. "The Privatization of the UN?" globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Russia's "Success". US-NATO's Unspoken Military Failures, "Western Stupidity is Everywhere" globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). 18 Years of BDS. 18 Years of Impact in Turning Darkness into Light. bdsmovement.net 
(2023-07-08). WATCH: ASSANGE APPEAL — The US-UK Deception. consortiumnews.com
(2023-07-08). How A Utility Giant Tried (and Failed) to Build a Pipeline Under Brooklyn. inthesetimes.com
(2023-07-08). Argentina: Jujuy Protests Continue as Indigenous Communities Demand Repeal of Constitutional Reform. orinocotribune.com
(2023-07-08). Guns, Gangs, and Neocolonialism in Haiti. orinocotribune.com
(2023-07-08). Bell Tolls Once Again In Lac-Mégantic, Marking A Decade. popularresistance.org
(2023-07-08). Rice Bowl Of The Chinese People Is Held Firmly In Their Hands. popularresistance.org
(2023-07-08). A YouTube, That Keeps Being Blocked, About Who Controls U.S. & UK. theduran.com
(2023-07-08). My Reply to Professor Karaganov's Proposal For Russia to Launch WW III. theduran.com
(2023-07-08). World Passes Highest Average Global Temperature Recorded. ecowatch.com
(2023-07-08). 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.
(2023-07-08). Ukraine is doing Great, Which is Why Biden is Sending Them Cluster munitions. sonar21.com 
The Biden Administration is not good at logic. Watch Biden's National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, insist that Ukraine is doing swell and that the United States must send cluster bombs…
(2023-07-08). The Failed Coup in Russia Through American Looking Glass. orinocotribune.com By M. K. Bhadrakumar — Jul 3, 2023 | Former US 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 dramatic events on June 23-24 highlighted "cracks" within the Russian system. | No one cares to explain what these "cracks" are but the wording suggests that Russia is heading for implosion.
(2023-07-08). Transcending the Climate Change Deception — Toward Real Sustainability. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Bombshell Video: The "COVID Pandemic" Was the Result of Extensive Media Propaganda: "Nobody Is Safe, BE AFRAID!" globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Africa Sets the Course for Latin America and Multipolarity. orinocotribune.com 
By Eder Peña — Jul 6, 2023 | The African continent, like the American continent, was subjected to colonization and intervention by European nations and, although the processes were different, there are common channels between the two histories, just as there are with Asia. | One such conduit is the slave trade that took place from Africa to America between the 16th and late 19th centuries. Another is the current international division of labor, that global order in which the European metropolises imposed on both continents the role of being extractive enclaves, no matter what economic model was involved. | I…
(2023-07-08). Don't Look Now, But Utter Chaos Is Being Unleashed All Over the World. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Poll shows 49% of Colombians want to live elsewhere. america.cgtn.com 
1,200 people from 13 different Central and South American countries participated in a survey. The results indicated that Colombia had the highest percentage of people looking to leave the country. Find out more.
(2023-07-08). NYC Pizzerias Get a Slice of Carbon Reductionism. dissidentvoice.org 
You may or may not like pizza. You may not eat it for health reasons or personal dietary reasons. I'm not here right now to debate anyone's eating choices. Rather, I wanna comment on an article sent to me by a friend/subscriber named Lucine: "NYC Bans Delicious Pizza for Climate Change" Once again, the Powers …
(2023-07-08). People's Brains and Bodies Are Not Protected Against Attacks by Electromagnetic Waves and Neurotechnologies. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Tens of Thousands Gather at Mexico's Zócalo Square To Celebrate Fifth Anniversary of AMLO's Presidential Victory. orinocotribune.com 
Since assuming office, President President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, popularly known as AMLO, has taken significant steps in strengthening Mexico's sovereignty and challenging the hegemony of the United States. His administration has also made enormous strides in uplifting poor and working people in Mexico | On Saturday, July 1, around 250,000 people gathered at Zócalo square in Mexico City to celebrate five years since the presidential victory of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO). The citizens called AMLO's victory "the triumph of the people," hailed the good work done by the AMLO government, and e…
(2023-07-08). Housing Coalition Asks Government To Socialize Corporate-Owned Housing. popularresistance.org On Wednesday, July 5, the housing rights coalition in Berlin urged the Christian Democratic Union (CDU)-Social Democratic Party (SPD) government to honor the mandate of the 2021 Berlin referendum and introduce legislation to socialize the properties of corporate realtors to solve the escalating housing crisis in the city. | The previous SPD-Greens-Die Linke government in Berlin had established a commission of legal experts to assess the legality and feasibility of implementing the mandate of the referendum known as Expropriate Deutsche Wohnen & Co. (DWE).
(2023-07-08). Remembering Dr. Amit Sengupta's legacy in the health movement. peoplesdispatch.org Jan Swasthya Abhiyan recently announced the recipients of the 4th Amit Sengupta Fellowship on Health Rights. The announcement was followed by reflections on Dr. Sengupta's activist legacy and a discussion on tuberculosis in India…
(2023-07-08). WHO's Worldwide Power Grab: Beware of the New International Health Regulation and Pandemic Treaty, a Health Tyranny Never Heard of Before in Human History. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). The Covid-19 Vaccine Applied at the Level of the Entire Planet. It's A Criminal Undertaking. globalresearch.ca Published on July 1, 2023. Updated on July 6, 2023 | I have just read an important article by
(2023-07-08). Ukraine's "Neo-Nazi Summer Camp". Military Training for Young Children, Para-military Recruits. globalresearch.ca The Azov battalion supported by its Western partners is not only involved in para-military operations in Donbass, it is also running a Summer Camp military training project for young children.
(2023-07-08). Video: America is at War with Europe. globalresearch.ca The evidence amply confirms that The Nord Stream was the object of an act of sabotage ordered by President Joe Biden. | Nord Stream —which originates in Russia— transits through the (maritime) territorial jurisdiction of 4 member states of the EU. From a legal standpoint (International Law: UN Charter, Law of the Sea) this was a U.S. Act of War against the EU.
(2023-07-08). Video: The Engineered Destabilization of the Global Economy. Prof. Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). America's Perpetual War: Six Questions. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Russia-Africa Relations. "Tense Global Situation". The Saint Petersburg Summit. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Suggestions for Progressives to Become Stronger. dissidentvoice.org Though reluctant to admit it publicly, for the sake of morale and status, progressive citizen group leaders taking on the corporate supremacists and their political lackeys are in hard times. With few exceptions, they are neither adjusting with bolder strategies and tactics nor growing fast enough to spin off new divisions and groups. On the …
(2023-07-08). 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…
(2023-07-08). 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…
(2023-07-08). Former advisor to the US Secretary of Defence explains the truth about the Ukraine war. expose-news.com The Big Picture interviewed Douglas Macgregor, Col. (ret.) in Virginia, and asked him: What is the truth about the war in Ukraine? What is really happening there and does this policy of …
(2023-07-08). Hidden Truths about the War in Ukraine. expose-news.com Dr. Vernon Coleman highlights some facts about what is "aid" to Ukraine that corporate media may have omitted to tell the public. By Dr. Vernon Coleman It is just possible that the …
(2023-07-08). International group of lawyers join forces to oppose WHO's power grab. expose-news.com On Monday, a group of lawyers from ten countries released a statement voicing their opposition to the World Health Organisation's ("WHO's") proposed Pandemic Treaty, officially known as WHO CA+, and the amendments …
(2023-07-08). The "new normal" has snuck up on us; people and standards have declined. expose-news.com If we look around, we'll see many working-age people struggling with basic tasks, and a great decline in standards. The corporate media is suggesting that one in every ten people who's had …
(2023-07-08). Covid Related News: The pantomime act is wearing thin. expose-news.com As more evidence emerges that covid injections cause long covid-like symptoms, seizures in children, prion disease and cancer as well as new research showing that the body produces toxic spike proteins two …
(2023-07-08). Club of Rome "Limits to Growth" Author Promotes Genocide of 86% of the World's Population. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). Colombia Government Cannot Confirm Rumors of FARC Dissident Leader Iván Márquez's Death. orinocotribune.com The government of Colombia has announced that it cannot confirm at the moment the rumors of the death of Iván Márquez, commander of the Second Marquetalia, one of the dissident groups of the extinct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). | On Thursday, July 6, Colombian media reported the presumed death of Luciano Martin Arango, alias Iván Márquez, one of the most well-known guerrilla leaders of Colombia. |
(2023-07-08). Non-Aligned Movement Reiterates Support for Palestinian Statehood. orinocotribune.com The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) has reiterated its support for the inalienable right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state. | "We call for redoubled international efforts to reach a just solution that ensures the fulfillment of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, including the right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state, with East Jerusalem as its capital, as well as a just solution that ends the suffering of Palestinian refugees within the framework of [United Nations] General Assembly Resolution 194," reads the fi…
(2023-07-08). Russia and China Oppose Military Intervention in Haiti. orinocotribune.com Russia and China opposed military intervention in Haiti during a United Nations Security Council meeting on the deployment of an international force in the Caribbean island nation. | "Some consider that the panacea is a multinational force, when history shows us that such foreign interventions have done more harm than good in Haiti," deputy ambassador of Russia to the United Nations, Dmitri Polianski, said during the meeting held on Friday, July 7. | The Russian representative exhorted the international community to listen to the voices of Haitians who advocate for other alternatives amid the serious political an…
(2023-07-08). The Daily Practice of Abolition. progressive.org Surviving the future means questioning the very institutions that betray us.
(2023-07-08). The Heat: Yellen visits China. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visits Beijing.
(2023-07-08). Bruised & Beaten For Free Speech. leecamp.com
(2023-07-08). Major Blow To Forensics 'Science'. leecamp.com
(2023-07-08). Prez's Accuser Forced To Flee U.S. leecamp.com
(2023-07-08). Venezuela: Vice President Discards Rumors of Suspension of "Door-to-Door" Imports by Courier Companies. orinocotribune.com 
Caracas, July 7, 2023 (OrinocoTribune.com)—Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez discarded rumors about the suspension of "door-to-door" imports and stated that the system is operating normally, during a meeting of the Productive Economy Council, with broad participation of representatives of the private sector. | At a meeting held on Thursday, July 6, Vice President Rodríguez stated that the flow of imports into Venezuela is going smoothly, and denied that the government has taken any measures to restrict these "door-to-door" shipment operations carried out by courier companies. | Rodríguez said that s…
(2023-07-08). From Ghassan Kanafani to Walid Daqqah: Assassination, Imperialism, Resistance and Revolution. samidoun.net 
On the 51st anniversary of the assassination of Palestinian revolutionary leader, intellectual, writer and artist, Ghassan Kanafani, and his niece Lamis Najem, in Beirut by a Mossad car bomb in 1972, Kanafani's revolutionary direction, critical eye and focus on the popular forces and working class of Palestine are perhaps more relevant today than they have …
(2023-07-08). US Will Provide Ukraine Cluster Bombs as Part of New Weapons Package. scheerpost.com Demonstration of cluster bomb. U.S. Army, original print located at Rocky Mountain Arsenal, Commerce City, Colorado. Public domain. By Dave DeCamp / Anitwar.com The Associated Press reported Thursday that the Biden administration has decided to arm Ukraine with cluster bombs and will announce the munitions as part of a new $800 million arms package. The news …
(2023-07-08). Letters to the Canary: what did you think of Kate Andrews BBCQT appearance? thecanary.co The Canary receives a lot of emails from members and subscribers, on various topics — which the team are really grateful for. We always aim to respond. However, we thought what a waste it was that we're the only ones that get to read your opinions and musings on politics, society, and the world. So, …
(2023-07-08). Incendio de plataforma petrolera deja varios heridos en México. telesurtv.net Se activó el Sistema de Paro por Emergencia y se enviaron cuatro embarcaciones para el control del incendio.
(2023-07-08). Precios de alimentos en países vulnerables continúan altos. telesurtv.net La caída de los precios mundiales de algunos productos no se reflejó en los mercados internos de los países pobres.
(2023-07-08). Denuncian muerte de reos en cárceles de El Salvador. telesurtv.net El MOVIR ha llamado a una concentración el viernes para exigir un alto a las capturas arbitrarias y las muertes suscitadas en los centros penales durante el Régimen de Excepción.
(2023-07-08). Sociedad civil cubana denuncia opacidad en foro social Celac-UE. telesurtv.net El formato propuesto no se ajusta a la decisión adoptada por los cancilleres de ambos bloques de integración en reunión efectuada en Buenos Aires el 27 de octubre de 2022.
(2023-07-08). Buscan víctimas tras derrumbe de edificio en Pernambuco, Brasil. telesurtv.net El derrumbe se produjo en el barrio de Janga, el municipio Paulista. No hay confirmación del número exacto de víctimas, pero se estima que son diez.
(2023-07-08). Gobierno colombiano ratifica apuesta por la paz total. telesurtv.net Descarta militarización de ciudad portuaria de Buenaventura, en el Pacífico. Junto al ELN, busca cerrar en los próximos días el protocolo del cese al fuego bilateral.
(2023-07-08). Países de Celac no quieren romper neutralidad en cumbre con UE. telesurtv.net Latinoamérica y el Caribe se niegan a que Europa le imponga la presencia del presidente de Ucrania o de una posible condena a Rusia en la próxima cumbre birregional.
(2023-07-08). Irán llama a Naciones Unidas a tomar medidas sobre quema del Corán. telesurtv.net El secretario general de la Oficina de DD.HH. del Poder Judicial iraní pidió medidas urgentes al CDHNU tras el agravio al libro sagrado de los musulmanes.
(2023-07-08). Presidente Putin participará en cumbre Rusia-àÅfrica. telesurtv.net "Esperamos una cumbre altamente representativa con una agenda bastante ocupada y numerosos eventos ", señaló Peskov.
(2023-07-08). Rusia y China rechazan despliegue de fuerza extranjera en Haití. telesurtv.net Se cumplen dos años del asesinato del expresidente Jovenel Moïse. Embajador adjunto ruso ante ONU advierte que ntervenciones extranjeras han hecho más mal que bien en Haití.
(2023-07-08). Supremo ratifica suspender resultados electorales en Guatemala. telesurtv.net La decisión de Silvia Valdés, que fue emitida de forma unilateral sin el resto de magistrados de la Corte Suprema de Justicia, deja en el aire nuevamente el proceso electoral de Guatemala.
(2023-07-08). Primera ministra de Barbados, Mia Mottley, arriba a Venezuela. telesurtv.net A su llegada al Aeropuerto Internacional Simón Bolívar, en La Guaira, Mottley fue recibida por el ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Yván Gil, con los honores correspondientes a su alta investidura.
(2023-07-08). OMM: Junio de 2023 fue el mes más caluroso registrado. telesurtv.net En junio el hielo marino antártico llegó a su nivel más bajo desde que comenzaron las observaciones satelitales.
(2023-07-08). Asesinan otro líder social en Valle del Cauca, Colombia. telesurtv.net Fue identificado como Hever Gamboa y era un reconocido líder y Guardia Mayor del Cabildo Nonam Dur.
(2023-07-08). Mnoal insta a EE.UU. a levantar las medidas coercitivas contra Venezuela. telesurtv.net Representantes de los Estados integrantes manifestaron su rechazo a las medidas coercitivas unilaterales impuestas ilegalmente contra Venezuela.
(2023-07-08). teleSUR recibe reconocimiento del Premio Aníbal Nazoa. telesurtv.net En el contexto del Día del Periodista, fue entregado el reconocimiento a teleSUR por la labor desempeñada en estos 18 años.
(2023-07-08). Presidente de Venezuela ratifica al ministro para la Defensa. telesurtv.net El mandatario venezolano también hizo anuncios sobre cambios en Alto Mando Militar.
(2023-07-08). Lluvias monzónicas dejan al menos 50 fallecidos en Pakistán. telesurtv.net En la provincia Jaiber Pastunjuá se encontraron los cuerpos de ocho niños sepultados por un corrimiento de tierras.
(2023-07-08). Mueren seis personas a manos de sicarios en Manabí, Ecuador. telesurtv.net La Policía ecuatoriana investiga los homicidios; hasta el momento se desconoce si tienen algún tipo de conexión.
(2023-07-08). Partidos políticos españoles inician campaña electoral. telesurtv.net Se prevé que el presidente del Gobierno y el líder del Partido Popular protagonicen debate cara a cara el próximo lunes.
(2023-07-08). Avanza impresión de papeletas para elecciones en Ecuador. telesurtv.net Las papeletas electorales de Azuay, Bolívar, El Oro, Imbabura, Loja, Tungurahua y Zamora Chinchipe ya están impresas.
(2023-07-08). Fuerzas de Israel atacan a manifestantes palestinos en Kufur Qaddoum. telesurtv.net Resultaron heridas al menos cinco personas con balas de acero recubiertas de goma.
(2023-07-08). México gana oro en relevos mixtos de triatlón en Centroamericanos. telesurtv.net El equipo mexicano se llevó la medalla de oro en relevos mixtos de triatlón al alcanzar un tiempo de 1: 38.03.
(2023-07-08). Derrumbe de edificio deja cinco muertos en Pernambuco, Brasil. telesurtv.net El Cuerpo de Bomberos de Paulista señaló que el derrumbe del edificio residencial dejó a una veintena de personas bajo los escombros.
(2023-07-08). Imputan por crímenes de guerra a diez exjefes de las FARC. telesurtv.net Los diez exjefes del extinto grupo rebelde han sido imputados por crímenes de guerra y de lesa humanidad dentro del macro-caso 01…
(2023-07-08). Misión de la ONU llegará a Honduras para ayudar crear la Cicih. telesurtv.net La Cicih comenzará a funcionar cuando el secretario de la ONU y el gobierno acuerden la existencia de garantías legales y requisitos para su funcionamiento.
(2023-07-08). Choferes argentinos realizan paro por aumento salarial. telesurtv.net "No vamos a permitir que nos tengan de rehenes", señaló el jefe de la comisión directiva de UTA, Roberto Fernández.
(2023-07-08). UK NHS Director of "End-of-Life Care" Confirms Doctors Lied About COVID Being Cause of Death to Create Illusion of a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). How can you remove Graphene Nanobots being transmitted from the COVID Vaccinated from your body? expose-news.com In an era marked by the infiltration of graphene nanomaterials/nanobots into various aspects of our lives, concerns over their potential health implications have grown. The inadvertent exposure to graphene and its potential …
(2023-07-08). The future is now: Rethinking public ownership. mronline.org 
Ursula Huws reflects on the history of 'prefigurative' approaches and community ownership models in the UK – and how these can be used to rethink public ownership amid the current cost-of-living crisis.
(2023-07-08). The World Needs a New Socialist Development Theory. dissidentvoice.org 
Over the course of the past century, substantial changes have taken place in debates about social development. Dossier no. 66, The World Needs a New Socialist Development Theory, examines the historical evolution of development theory over four distinct eras, analyses the obstacles that stand in the way of development today, identifies processes that have the potential …
(2023-07-08). The CIA's Blind Spot About the Ukraine War. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-08). As Canadian dockworkers strike enters second week, container ships bound for British Columbia are now being diverted to American West Coast ports. wsws.org The first diverted container ships have been identified as the MSC Sara Elena and the OOCL San Francisco. The first ship is expected at the Port of Seattle on July 10, according to port authorities.