globalvillagespace.com (2023-12-18). Most young Americans want Israel given to Hamas – pollOver half of US adults from ages 18 to 24 believe the ongoing crisis in Gaza should be resolved by abolishing the state of Israel and turning it over to Hamas and the Palestinian people, a new poll has found. | | The Harvard-Harris poll, conducted this week and released on Friday, showed that 51% of young Americans believe the Israeli state should be "ended," compared with 32% who favor a two-state solution.
palestinechronicle.com (2023-12-18). Hundreds of People Killed, Wounded as Israel Bombs Several Areas across GazaScores of Palestinian civilians, mainly children and women, were killed, including a journalist and her family, in early morning bombings in several areas throughout the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-18). When People are Occupied, Is Resistance Justified? thealtworld.com Four days into the genocidal bombing and siege of Gaza, with a massive ground invasion pending, the West's most prominent left-liberal intellectuals stood up and spoke out against … the leftists on the streets for Palestine. But three months later, a mass anti-war movement in solidarity with Palestine has rocked the US, leaving liberals who condemn Palestinian resistance, isolated. | Ben Becker, Editor-in-Chief of BreakThrough News, discusses the remarkable transformation of the US political environment in response to the global movement for Palestine. | "Is the US Left trying to build an abstract and pure poli…
The Jewish Chronicle (2023-12-18). Two thirds of young Americans believe 'Jews are oppressers', poll shows
(2023-12-18). "It is clear that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza," UN-Panel concludes. peoplesdispatch.org 
While the 'physical element' of genocide is being documented and broadcast daily, the 'mental element' – i.e the intent behind the mass killing – which is more difficult to establish, has been repeatedly clarified by the leaders of Israeli government and military.
msn.com (2023-12-18). Houthi attacks on commercial ships have upended global trade in vital Red Sea corridorThe attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea by Yemen's Houthi rebels have scared off some of the world's top shipping companies and oil giants, effectively rerouting global trade away from a crucial artery for consumer goods and energy supplies that is expected to trigger delays and rising prices. | | Proofread, edit, APA 2¢/word! – Editing & proofreading service
(2023-12-18). Israel attacks hospitals in Gaza's north and south. electronicintifada.net Pope condemns sniper attack inside Catholic church complex.
(2023-12-18). As Gaza genocide continues, US prepares major escalation of war throughout Middle East. wsws.org As Israel continues to massacre hundreds of Gazans each day and starve the entire population of 2.2 million, a series of high-level US officials are traveling to Israel to coordinate American support for the genocide and prepare a military escalation throughout the Middle East.
(2023-12-18). As Gaza genocide continues, US prepares major escalation of war throughout Middle East. wsws.org As Israel continues to massacre hundreds of Gazans each day and starve the entire population of 2.2 million, a series of high-level US officials are traveling to Israel to coordinate US support for the genocide and prepare a military escalation throughout the Middle East.
(2023-12-18). Australian protesters: "We need a general strike to stop the Gaza genocide!" wsws.org "The union leadership in this country is all led by the Labor Party, they all benefit from ties with Israel, they don't want to do anything that harms that."
(2023-12-18). Youth must confront America's role in Gaza genocide. electronicintifada.net
(2023-12-18). The JFK Assassination Was Good For Zionist Israel. popularresistance.org President John F. Kennedy was assassinated sixty years ago. If he had lived and won a second term, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict would have evolved differently. Possibly, the path toward Israeli apartheid and genocide in Gaza could have been avoided. | In his short time in office, Kennedy significantly changed U.S. foreign policy. As documented in the book "JFK and the Unspeakable: Why He Died and Why It Still Matters," JFK resisted the CIA and military-industrial complex in the policies he set regarding the Third World and the Soviet Union. The Vietnam War, the assassination of Indonesia's President Sukarno,…
imemc.org (2023-12-18). Israeli Army Kills Four Palestinians, Including Two Children, Near TubasIsraeli forces killed, on Monday, four Palestinians including two children, and abducted two young men, in the Al-Far'a refugee camp, southwest of Tubas in the northeastern part of the occupied West Bank.
(2023-12-18). Christmas Greetings From Bethlehem. popularresistance.org We have been writing annual Christmas messages of peace, for human rights, and relating sometimes what happened in the passing year for decades. Since I returned to Bethlehem in 2008, these messages have been special. Since founding the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) in 2014, we also added greeting from PIBS. This year writing seems tougher than ever considering the ongoing and unprecedented genocide/holocaust occurring in Palestine. In the ten weeks before Christmas, more than 20,000 civilians (>8000 of them children) were killed. 2.3 million people were denied food, water and med…
newarab.com (2023-12-18). Half of US voters aged 18-24 back Hamas over Israel in Gaza warThe poll, published by the Center for American Political Studies (CAPS) at Harvard University and Harris Insights and Analytics, was carried out online on Wednesday and Thursday. | | It also found 60 percent of voters believe the long-term answer to the "Israeli-Palestinian dispute" was a two-state solution
(2023-12-18). The list of shame. Countries supporting the genocide of Palestinians. mronline.org 
Who voted against ceasefire in UN?>
(2023-12-18). Over 10,000 infants and children killed in Israel's Gaza genocide. euromedmonitor.org Hundreds are trapped beneath debris.
(2023-12-18). UAW President Fain, DSA congresspeople hold press conference to falsely posture as opponents of Gaza genocide. wsws.org Only a few minutes after the press conference, Democrats in Congress voted 147 to 73 in favor of the latest National Defense Authorization Act. The law includes $874.2 billion in funding for the US war machine, and includes provisions to fast-track sending weapons to the Israeli military.
(2023-12-18). New York City educators protest AFT President Randi Weingarten's role in Gaza genocide. wsws.org Teachers called out American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten for her role in supporting the genocide in Gaza and demanded that she support a ceasefire.
(2023-12-18). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 72: Israeli Forces Kill Palestinians In Church. popularresistance.org Israeli forces killed two Palestinians with sniper bullets on Saturday in Al-Zaytoun neighborhood and injured seven others while they were sheltering inside the Holy Family church in Gaza. | Israeli tanks surrounded the catholic parish and fired at Palestinians who moved inside its courtyard, Wafa news agency reported. Israeli fire killed Nahida Khalil Boulos Anton and her daughter, Samar Kamal Anton, inside the church's compound, where 600 displaced people, most of them Palestinian Christians, were sheltering from the Israeli bombardment. | Israeli forces are aiming to evict Palestinians from the Holy Family par…
(2023-12-18). Gaza and Ukraine leave Europe divided. independent.co.ug 
BRUSSELS | Xinhua | More than two months into the Israel-Hamas conflict, violence in the Middle East has no end in sight and Europe as a neighbor is still struggling to unify around a call for ceasefire in Gaza. The European Union (EU) summit ended December 15 without a much-expected tougher stance on the conflict …
(2023-12-18). Sanders' resolution challenges US involvement in Gaza crisis. nationofchange.org
(2023-12-18). Gaza, the G-word and leadership. nationofchange.org Exploring the depths of conflict: Unraveling the complex dynamics of the Israeli-Hamas tensions and their global implications.
(2023-12-18). Weekly Briefing: 'Well, You Dropped the Atom Bomb,' Netanyahu Tells Biden. scheerpost.com 
By Philip Weiss / Mondoweiss The insanity of Israeli's actions in Gaza were exposed for all to see — all those in the world who don't value Palestinian lives — when its army killed three half naked men waving a white flag and then discovered they were Israeli hostages. A tragedy, no doubt. But that tragedy has …
(2023-12-18). US intelligence reveals alarming use of imprecise 'dumb bombs' by Israel in Gaza conflict. nationofchange.org Unguided munitions in Gaza: A critical examination of civilian risk and international response.
english.ahram.org.eg (2023-12-18). 'Let It Be a Tale': On Refaat Alareer and the Martyrdom of the Gaza IntellectualWhat is taking place in Gaza is meant for the history books: an epic tale of a small nation under a long, brutal siege for many years, facing one of the greatest military powers in the world. And yet, it refuses to be defeated
(2023-12-18). War on Gaza: Israel kills 26 at al-Shifa hospital as shipping giants swerve Red Sea. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: Israel kills 26 at al-Shifa hospital as shipping giants swerve Red Sea | More than 170 killed as Israeli forces attack medical facilities and refugee camp, as ships re-route to avoid attacks by Yemen's Houthis | Mon, 12/18/2023 – 15: 30 | People inspect the damage in a room following Israeli bombardment at Nasser hospital in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip on 17 December 2023 (AFP)…
(2023-12-18). Israel-Palestine war: Father of hostage says his son was 'executed' by Israeli army. middleeasteye.net 
Israel-Palestine war: Father of hostage says his son was 'executed' by Israeli army | Alon Shamriz was among three men targeted by the Israeli army after exiting a building in Gaza | Mon, 12/18/2023 – 10: 45 | A picture of Alon Shamriz taken from social media (X) | The father of one of the captives, who was killed by
(2023-12-18). Israel-Palestine war: Palestinian detainees from Gaza die in Israeli custody, says report. middleeasteye.net 
(2023-12-18). Israel-Palestine war: Israel should 'level Gaza and make it look like Auschwitz', says official. middleeasteye.net 
Israel-Palestine war: Israel should 'level Gaza and make it look like Auschwitz', says official | David Azoulay, head of northern Israeli town, calls for besieged enclave to become a museum that 'should resemble' the extermination camp in Poland | Mon, 12/18/2023 – 09: 49 | A smoke plume erupts during Israeli bombardment on the northern Gaza Strip near the border with southern Israel on 17 December 2023…
(2023-12-18). Israel-Palestine war: Israeli forces kill four, including two children, in raid on refugee camp. middleeasteye.net 
(2023-12-18). War on Gaza: British-Palestinian MP fears family will 'not survive until Christmas'. middleeasteye.net 
(2023-12-18). Jewish man expelled by Labour claims discrimination over antisemitism accusation. middleeasteye.net 
Jewish man expelled by Labour claims discrimination over antisemitism accusation | Stephen Marks, a Labour member for more than 40 years, says accusation of antisemitism is 'repellent' and ignored his Jewishness and anti-Zionist beliefs | Mon, 12/18/2023 – 09: 54 | Stephen Marks warned that Labour leader Keir Starmer's refusal to support a ceasefire in Gaza would have political consequences for…
(2023-12-18). Headlines for December 18, 2023. democracynow.org HRW Accuses Israel of Using Starvation as a Weapon of War in Gaza as Sweeping Assault Continues, Pope Francis Condemns Shooting of Two Palestinian Women at Gaza's Catholic Church, Gaza Hospitals Have Become a "Bloodbath" as Israel Targets Health Facilities, Residential Areas, Palestinian Authorities Call for Probe into Bulldozing Deaths at Kamal Adwan Hospital, Al Jazeera Journalist Samer Abudaqa Bleeds to Death After Israeli Drone Strike Amid Attack on Press, IDF Kills 3 Hostages as Israelis Demand Netanyahu Gov't Make Deal to Release Remaining Captives, U.K. and Germany Call for "S…
(2023-12-18). Al Jazeera's Marwan Bishara on IDF Killing AJ Journalist, the 3 Hostages & U.S. Support for Israel. democracynow.org 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing growing calls for another ceasefire in Gaza after Israeli troops mistakenly shot dead three Israeli hostages who were shirtless and waving a white flag. This comes as Israel continues to target hospitals, refugee camps and journalists in Gaza. On Friday, Samer Abudaqa, a reporter from Al Jazeera, bled to death after being injured in an Israeli drone strike on a U.N. school. Israeli forces prevented ambulances and rescue workers from reaching him for five hours. "This is not the first time we've gone through this," says Al Jazeera senior politic…
(2023-12-18). Europe feels fallout of conflict in Gaza. ecns.cn Fallout from the Palestine-Israel conflict is increasingly being felt in Europe, including through social polarization and antagonism, as sharply divided views on the conflict pit Europeans against one another, analysts say.
znetwork.org (2023-12-18). Latin America and the Caribbean Stand with PalestineThe countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, with a few notable exceptions, have been critical of Israel's ongoing campaign of genocide in Gaza
(2023-12-18). Israeli Forces "Shoot Whatever Moves in Gaza," Says Al Jazeera Analyst. truthout.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing growing calls for another ceasefire in Gaza after Israeli troops mistakenly shot dead three Israeli hostages who were shirtless and waving a white flag. This comes as Israel continues to target hospitals, refugee camps and journalists in Gaza. On Friday, Samer Abudaqa, a reporter from Al Jazeera, bled to death after being injured in an Israeli… |
(2023-12-18). These "Experts" Cheer on Gaza Siege Without Disclosing Ties to War Profiteering. truthout.org We might be in an age of social media, but cable news channels like Fox News, MSNBC, and CNN still have enormous influence in shaping mainstream narratives about war and U.S. foreign policy. Therefore, it's alarming that numerous "experts" that news channels bring on to explain war and conflict are actually — unbeknownst to news viewers — themselves cogs within the military-industrial complex… |
(2023-12-18). Over 25,000 Palestinians killed in Gaza, hundreds missing: EuroMed. new.thecradle.co
(2023-12-18). OPINION: The Necessity to Prosecute Israel and U.S. for Genociding Gazans. theduran.com
(2023-12-18). Toronto Picketers at Pratt and Whitney. socialistproject.ca 
On Tuesday morning of December 12, more than two hundred workers and union members from across the Toronto area picketed the Mississauga manufacturing plant of defence contractor Pratt & Whitney Canada. As Israel pursues its deadly assault on Gaza for a third month, the picket lines interrupted business as usual at an aerospace giant that makes engines for aircrafts that the Israeli military is using to carry out its bombing campaign against Palestinian lives and infrastructure. Encountering banners that read "Stop Arming Apartheid" and "Arms Embargo on Israel Now" as they arrived for morning shift, cars were…
(2023-12-18). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 73: Reports surface of Palestinian deaths inside Israeli detention camps. mondoweiss.net 
As Israel continues attacking medical facilities in Gaza, Israeli media reports detained Gazans ranging in age from 12 to 70 were taken to army camps in southern Israel where they were subjected to severe abuse and at least several have died.
(2023-12-18). If Jesus Was Born Today, Would He Be Under Rubble? truthout.org As our hopes for an extended ceasefire are dashed and Israel's war on Gaza is now in its third month, the dire conditions Palestinians are living under — hunger, lack of drinking water, infectious diseases, displacement, and fear of dying from the nonstop bombardment — continue to worsen as the U.S. supports Israel's relentless assault on the besieged, occupied, and now largely houseless… |
(2023-12-18). Israeli Hostages Killed by IDF Were Carrying White Flag, Israeli Military Says. truthout.org The three Israeli hostages who Israeli soldiers shot and killed last week had waved a white flag before they were killed, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) said on Saturday. Three Israeli hostages were shirtless, carrying a makeshift white flag and traveling together near an IDF base in northern Gaza when soldiers identified them as "terrorists," an IDF official said. |
(2023-12-18). What's east Africa's position on the Israel-Hamas war? independent.co.ug 
An expert unpacks the reactions of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda ANALYSIS | MICHAEL BISHKU | The reactions of some east African countries to the ongoing conflict in Gaza have been less dramatic than South Africa's. South Africa's parliament has passed a resolution calling for the closure of its embassy in Tel Aviv. Algeria and South Africa …
(2023-12-18). The US fears the collapse of Israel. uwidata.com There have been comments that there is a "crack" between the US and Israel regarding the ground operation organized by the Israeli army in Gaza. The US's efforts to postpone the ground operation and its warnings about the intensity of the military operations and not to spread to other regions were put forward as facts …
(2023-12-18). Urgent int'l investigation needed to probe Israeli war crimes after Palestinian civilians buried alive at Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital. mronline.org 
Euro-Med Monitor teams are continuing to document what happened at Kamal Adwan Hospital today, and emphasized the need to open an international investigation into the horrific violations that the facility witnessed over the past several days against patients, displaced people, and medical staff as part of Israeli's deliberate and systematic targeting of health facilities in the Gaza Strip since 7 October.
(2023-12-18). Pressure Mounts on Netanyahu to Reach New Deal With Hamas After IDF Killed 3 Israeli Hostages. news.antiwar.com The Israeli government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is coming under increasing domestic pressure to reach a new hostage deal with Hamas after the Israeli military mistakenly killed three Israelis who escaped from captivity in Gaza. Israeli troops in Gaza shot the three Israeli hostages while the escapees were shirtless and waving a white flag. …
(2023-12-18). West Fears 'Atrocity Upsurge' While Ignoring Gaza. scheerpost.com 
Gaza, Oct. 17. (Saleh Najm and Anas Sharif/Fars News/Wikimedia Commons) | By Jonathan Cook / How do politicians, diplomats, the media and even the human rights community keep us politically ignorant, docile and passive — a collective mindset that prevents us from challenging their power as well as the status quo they benefit from? | The answer: By constantly misrepresenting r…
(2023-12-18). Police hunting for witchdoctor who is luring Kyotera anthrax patients from hospital. independent.co.ug 
Kyotera, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | With many anthrax patients abandoning treatment in hospital and disappearing, the Greater Masaka Regional Security Committee has issued orders for the arrest of a witch doctor who allegedly is luring them to her shrine. The accused, Sylvia Nansamba, Chairperson of traditional healers in Rakai district, has been accused of targeting …
(2023-12-18). USW imposes rotten contract, ends four-month strike by New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson nurses. wsws.org Having isolated and starved out 1,700 nurses at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, the USW has coerced them into accepting a contract that does not meet their most fundamental demands.
(2023-12-18). BRICS Tourism Market Reaches New Heights at US$ 688.3 Billion by 2032. infobrics.org The BRICS tourism market is poised to reach a valuation of US$ 465 Billion in 2022. Sales are projected to increase at a 4.0% CAGR, with the market size reaching US$ 688.31 Billion by 2032…
(2023-12-18). BRICS Pay: The Latest Development & Integration Updates. infobrics.org The BRICS Pay system itself is blockchain based, meaning it operates on a Distributed Ledger. It is not a Central Bank Digital Currency (CNDC) or a Cryptocurrency…
(2023-12-18). BRICS Expansion and Economic Fairness in Focus. infobrics.org Policy makers and experts from several countries speaking at the Doha Forum 2023 highlighted the potential of the BRICS group to establish trade and investment alliances, fostering economic and social development in a multipolar world…
(2023-12-18). US Promotion of Banned Fukushima Seafood Contradicts Biden's Cancer Initiatives. truthout.org During their first summit of the year on November 16, Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida urged Chinese President Xi Jinping to end China's ban on imports of Japanese seafood imposed in response to Japan's discharging of radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific, telling Jinping, "I want to work with you to create a brighter future for Japan-China ties for the sake… |
(2023-12-18). How to move from a legal prohibition, that of the TPNW, to an effective, total and irreversible elimination of nuclear weapons. pressenza.com How to move from a legal prohibition, that of the TPNW, to an effective, total, and irreversible elimination of nuclear weapons (1) | [Achieving] this from the progress emerged in the 2nd Meeting of States Parties to the TPNW (Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (2)) | 1. Introduction: | The question raised in the title is significant since, despite certain notable successes of the TPNW, following its adoption on 07/17/2017 and its entry into force on 02/22/2021, none of the States equipped with nuclear weapons, nor their allies, has so far adhered to this treaty. | Let us first recall, in brief,…
(2023-12-18). Australian Labor government hails US passage of AUKUS legislation. wsws.org Beyond the issue of Australia's acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines, the legislation seeks to consolidate a military block clearly aimed at preparing for war against China.
(2023-12-18). U.S. senator's 'sewage garlic' claim draws ridicule. ecns.cn An anti-China hawk in the United States Congress recently claimed that China has compromised U.S. national security by exporting garlic bulbs raised in sewage.
(2023-12-18). Putin: Russia uninterested in war with NATO. independent.co.ug 
MOSCOW | Xinhua | Russia has no interest in having war with NATO countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday. In an interview with a local TV channel, Putin refuted the claims that Russia may attack NATO as "absurd and a figure of speech." Moscow and NATO countries "have no territorial claims against each …
(2023-12-18). Resolution in US Congress Calls for End to Assange Case as Extradition Nears. scheerpost.com 
By Kevin Gosztola / The Dissenter A resolution in support of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was introduced in the United States House of Representatives on December 13. Cosponsored by eight representatives, it states that "regular journalistic activities are protected under the First Amendment," and the U.S. government should "drop all charges against and attempts to …
(2023-12-18). Closer global collaboration urged to reach UN goals. ecns.cn Prospects of achieving the United Nations' 2030 sustainable development goals are bleak, and countries need to make a much more concerted effort if progress is to be made, a top United Nations official says.
(2023-12-18). In Donbass, life gradually returns to normal – special report. infobrics.org In the liberated People's Republic of Lugansk, the population's living conditions have improved significantly since reintegration with the Russian Federation.
(2023-12-18). Indias Strong Relationship with Russia: A 60-Year Engagement. infobrics.org Indias External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasizes the importance of Indias 60-year relationship with Russia, stating that it has saved India many times and should not be seen as a handicap…
(2023-12-18). Finland's new 'defense' deal with US eerily reminds of similar one with Nazi Germany. infobrics.org An increase in American military presence in Finland should always be observed from the perspective of US expansionism, as the world's most aggressive country keeps moving its "defense" infrastructure ever closer to the borders of its geopolitical adversaries.
(2023-12-18). More than half of Germans want new government and early elections. infobrics.org German minister says Europe will take between 5-8 years to recover its defensive capacity.
(2023-12-18). Forget about Israel and Palestine: Iranian-Israeli war escalating at the Red Sea and beyond with global consequences. infobrics.org Iran-backed Houthis in actions are paralyzing shipments in the Red Sea and are part of a long Israeli-Iranian proxy fuel war that could spiral out of control.
(2023-12-18). China Pushes Northern Sea Route Transit Cargo to New Record. infobrics.org
(2023-12-18). Twenty More Countries Have Applied to Join BRICS. infobrics.org
(2023-12-18). Libya: How a sinking migrant boat's pleas for help fell on deaf ears. middleeasteye.net 
Libya: How a sinking migrant boat's pleas for help fell on deaf ears | A hotline for boats in distress said it alerted authorities about a sinking boat off the coast of Libya multiple times, but rescue came too late | Mon, 12/18/2023 – 14: 18 | Migrants from Eritrea, Libya and Sudan are crowded into the hold of a wooden boat in the Mediterranean Sea, before being assisted by Spanish…
(2023-12-18). Report: Trump Wants 300K Troops to Build "Detention Camps" at Southern Border. truthout.org Former President Donald Trump would send an unprecedented number of U.S. military troops to the southern border if elected president again in the 2024 race, tasking them with building migrant prisons and other infrastructure to punish migrants, sources told Rolling Stone Magazine. At least three sources familiar with the situation confirmed to the publication Trump's intent to use "hundreds of… |
(2023-12-18). 5-Year-Old Boy Dies After Becoming Sick at Chicago Migrant Shelter. truthout.org A 5-year-old boy died on Sunday after falling ill at a migrant shelter in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago, just days after Borderless Mag published migrant testimony saying that the shelter has refused to give sick children medicine. "They treat us terribly — like dogs," a young woman at the shelter told Borderless. The city-run shelter is located inside of a warehouse and houses approximately… |
(2023-12-18). Channeling Hitler, Trump accuses migrants of "poisoning the blood of our country" wsws.org Emboldened by Biden's pledge to enact Trump's border policies as part of a $105 billion military package to Ukraine and Israel, Trump upped his fascistic agitation in Saturday's New Hampshire campaign speech.
(2023-12-18). Heating and eating: the impoverishment of British workers. thecommunists.org It is clear to everyone that the standard of life for the vast majority of workers in Britain has been falling dramatically in recent years. What is not so clear is what is driving this decline. Variously attributed to the Covid pandemic, to wars abroad, to immigration, or to the activities of this or that …
(2023-12-18). Starbucks Ordered To Reopen 23 Stores. popularresistance.org Like its alleged intimidation tactics and firing of workers who have led unionization efforts, Starbucks' closure of at least 23 stores amid a nationwide workers' rights push last year did not go unnoticed by federal regulators, who ordered the global coffee chain to reopen the locations on Wednesday. | The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a complaint saying that eight of the shuttered stores were among the more than 360 Starbucks locations that have voted to unionize, and that executives did not notify the union, Starbucks Workers United, about the closures ahead of time—robbing organizers of a…
(2023-12-18). Australian government tries to thwart High Court challenges to new detention laws. wsws.org The Labor government's manoeuvre underscores how far it is prepared to go, hand-in-hand with the Liberal-National Coalition, to override even the limited protections in the Australian Constitution against arbitrary detention by executive decree.
(2023-12-18). Virginia county greenlights massive data center, imperiling Civil War battlefield. wsws.org The data center will bulldoze unprotected land and encroach on the boundaries of Manassas Battlefield National Park, staining the landscape for millions of visitors looking to understand the progressive revolutionary history of the United States…
(2023-12-18). Work on Antarctic research station advancing well. ecns.cn Construction of China's fifth and latest Antarctic science research station is advancing at full speed, after workers began to assemble the tallest steel columns in the station's main structure at the site on Saturday.
(2023-12-18). Grangemouth refinery workers' jobs at risk. thecommunists.org On the morning of Wednesday 22 November, 500 Grangemouth oil refinery workers received an email informing them that the nature of business at the site would change from refining and supplying 80 percent of Scotland's oil to simply being an import hub for finished fuel products. The email further informed them that this change would …
(2023-12-18). After decisive contract rejection, Southwest Airlines flight attendant union calls for revote, based on unsubstantiated claims of fraud. wsws.org The Transport Workers Union is trying to use minor voting anomalies to ram through a sellout contract on flight attendants at Southwest.
(2023-12-18). South Korea and Japan Emerge as Key Battlegrounds in US Strategy Against China, Featuring Tim Shorrock. mintpressnews.com Dive into the intricate geopolitics of Northeast Asia with Tim Shorrock in today's MintCast interview, exploring the shaping of Japan and South Korea by the United States, their complex political landscapes, and the potential for regional unification amidst growing U.S.-China tensions…
(2023-12-18). South Korea and Japan Emerge as Key Battlegrounds in US Strategy Against China, Featuring Tim Shorrock. thealtworld.com Dive into the intricate geopolitics of Northeast Asia with Tim Shorrock in today's MintCast interview, exploring the shaping of Japan and South Korea by the United States, their complex political landscapes, and the potential for regional unification amidst growing U.S.-China tensions | As China continues rising and the U.S. attempts to dominate the world, Northeast Asia becomes an increasingly crucial battleground. The United States is trying to encircle China with a network of hundreds of military bases while building a trilateral military alliance with South Korea and Japan. But many in those countries want to…
(2023-12-18). The Walls Are Closing In On Zelensky As Politico Demands A Government Of National Unity. thealtworld.com
(2023-12-18). 50 Years Of Mass Incarceration Has Devastated American Society. popularresistance.org Fifty years ago, the United States embarked on a path of mass incarceration that has led to a staggering increase in the prison population. Today, almost 2 million individuals—disproportionately Black Americans—are incarcerated in our nation's prisons and jails. The prison population has grown 500% since 1973, the year America began to sharply increase its prison population. "The social, moral, and fiscal costs associated with the large-scale, decades-long investment in mass imprisonment," The Sentencing Project notes, "cannot be justified by any evidence of its effectiveness. Misguided changes in sen…
(2023-12-18). Chris Hedges: The Death of Israel. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-18). War In Ukraine And The 'Crisis Of Western Civilization'. popularresistance.org The war in Ukraine has become a crisis of Western civilization. | Wall Street Journal Editor-at-Large Gerard Baker writes that the West is "losing our soul, our sense of purpose as a society, our identity as a civilization. We in the West are in the grip of an ideology that disowns our genius, denounces our success, disdains merit, elevates victimhood, embraces societal self-loathing, and enforces it all in a web of exclusionary and authoritarian rules, large and small." | Baker nevertheless reminds us that "liberal capitalism has done more for human prosperity, health and freedom than any other economic or polit…
(2023-12-18). Is Neoliberalism Really Dead? popularresistance.org Or does it live on like a zombie? Political economists Radhika Desai and Michael Hudson discuss neoliberalism, and the premature predictions about its demise.
(2023-12-18). Is Neoliberalism Really Dead? popularresistance.org t's happening again. Reports of the death of neoliberalism are once again proliferating. Just take a look at the UK Guardian. In the UK Guardian website, there is a whole series of stories whether it is "Neoliberalism is Dying," "The Rise and Fall of Neoliberalism," "Biden Just Declared the Death of Neoliberalism," "Is Neoliberalism Finally Over?," "Is Neoliberalism Finally Dead?" and "Is the Neoliberal Era Over Yet?" And of course there are also contrary views: "The National Institutes of Health Say Neoliberalism is Not Dead." And there is also a very interesting story in The Jacobin, which says "The Rumors are…
(2023-12-18). How could theater not be political? Left theater troupe in France fights eviction. peoplesdispatch.org Saint Denis city government allotted the La Belle Étoile theater, base of Compagnie Jolie Mà¥me since 2004, to a different group in November, over apprehensions of the group's politics…
(2023-12-18). Prabir Purkayastha: Fighting the good fight from the Emergency to today. peoplesdispatch.org Writers, journalists, students, and activists gathered in India's capital for a discussion on the memoir of jailed Newsclick founder Prabir Purkayastha, expressing solidarity with him…
(2023-12-18). Inside The Youth-Led Fight For A Demilitarized Future. popularresistance.org In January 2020, Dissenters — a grassroots, youth-led antiwar movement — began with the mission to connect violence against Black and brown communities in the U.S. to the systems of oppression that fund, arm and enable global militarism. While born from the legacy of the U.S. antiwar movement, Dissenters takes an intersectional approach that connects global wars with corporate elites, local police, border walls, surveillance and prisons. Operating across the country through campus chapters, training fellowships and a strong social media presence, Dissenters has been organizing for college divestment f…
(2023-12-18). A Beacon Of Hope To The Unhoused Faces Eviction. popularresistance.org Minneapolis, MN — Camp Nenookaasi is throwing the subject of Minneapolis' encampment policies into the spotlight again as it faces eviction on December 19. The camp's supporters are waging the latest skirmish in a longer fight between the city's prohibition of encampments and those who claim that allowing encampments to remain intact is the most …
(2023-12-18). A Beacon Of Hope To The Unhoused Faces Eviction. popularresistance.org Minneapolis, MN — Camp Nenookaasi is throwing the subject of Minneapolis' encampment policies into the spotlight again as it faces eviction on December 19. The camp's supporters are waging the latest skirmish in a longer fight between the city's prohibition of encampments and those who claim that allowing encampments to remain intact is the most humane approach to the issue, as well as a crucial first step toward getting people into stable housing and recovery programs. | On Dec. 8, a group of activists arrived at Mayor Jacob Frey's office to deliver an eviction notice to his door, symbolically evicting him…
(2023-12-18). Chicago Fraternal Order Of Police Dealt Third Political Defeat For 2023. popularresistance.org Chicago, IL — "How do you spell racist? FOP!" The crowd of 50 protesters on the LaSalle Street side of Chicago City Hall were loud and determined, December 13. As usual when there is a vote in city council that the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) cares about, there were extra cops on hand for intimidation. But the movement for police accountability had been standing up to the Chicago Police Department for decades. | Among the protesters was Anjanette Young, a medical social worker. In 2019, the Chicago Police mistakenly raided her West Side home. Young, a Black woman, had just stepped out of the shower when…
(2023-12-18). Venezuela And Guyana To Maintain Direct Dialogue On Essequibo. popularresistance.org Mexico City, Mexico — Venezuela and Guyana agreed Thursday to an ongoing direct dialogue between the two countries following a first meeting between their respective leaders in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. | Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his Guyanese counterpart Irfaan Ali met at the airport in Kingstown alongside representatives from CARICOM, the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), Brazil, Colombia, and the United Nations. | The two leaders gathered following a letter by Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines calling on the leaders to diffuse…
(2023-12-18). Campaign Leads To Fisher German Ending Ties With Elbit. popularresistance.org Palestine Action has received confirmation that the property managers for Elbit Systems' Shenstone drone factory, Fisher German, have cut ties with the Israeli arms manufacturer. Having sent confirmation to Palestine Action by email yesterday, Fisher German's decision follows on the tail of a similar announcement by Elbit's former recruiters iO Associates, who dropped Israel's largest weapons maker after a campaign by the direct action network. | The real estate giant confirmed that they no longer hold any ties to Elbit Systems or the site of their subsidiary, UAV Engines Ltd (UEL), in Shenstone.
(2023-12-18). Christmas Greetings From Bethlehem. popularresistance.org
(2023-12-18). IT ARMY OF UKRAINE: How U.S. Intelligence Agencies Have Elevated Cybercrime in Ukraine into a Freedom-Fighting Cult. sonar21.com 
The following was written by Valeriy Krylko and first published at Covert Action Magazine. Mr. Krylko asked if I would publish it here as well. | As we know, freedom ends where the freedom of another begins. That is why today, more than ever before, everyone simply needs to develop within themselves a self-control tuning fork—an analytical tool that allows them to evaluate what is happening in a sensible way. The battle for minds and souls is in full swing. This means that the truth often becomes an idea that can infect us. And here the main thing is not to miss the moment when the tantalizing, sweet…
(2023-12-18). The End of Ukraine. sonar21.com 
According to many reports, the population of Ukraine has declined by more than half, from 40+ million to 20- million, with death, injury, and destruction widespread in the country since February 2014. Let's look at some of the stages where this outcome might have been prevented: | Stage One—The Ukraine administration of Yanukovych had negotiated a better economic deal with China and Russia than what the West was offering. China was very much interested in helping Ukraine increase agricultural production, thereby increasing exports to China. However, Yanukovych was overthrown in the 2014 Maidan revolut…
(2023-12-18). Is Mubaje still Mufti of Uganda? independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A court order granting authority to Babirye Yudaya, Burhan Namanya, and one Hussein to organize a special session of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council ( UMSC) General Assembly, has resulted in the group saying they have electing a new Mufti, Sheikh Abdallah Ssemambo, supposedly to replace Shiekh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje. Hadji Abbas Sekyanzi Muluubya, …
(2023-12-18). Uganda Virus Research Institutue escapes US aid cut. independent.co.ug 
UVRI Wins Another Five Year PEPFAR Grant Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) has secured a five-year grant extension, further fortifying its efforts in HIV treatment, diagnosis, and research, aligning with global endeavors to combat the HIV epidemic. Prof Pontian Kaleebu, the executive director of UVRI, announced the renewed …
(2023-12-18). CHEPTEGEI: Parents are key in sports success. independent.co.ug 
Kapchorwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Long-distance champion Joshua Cheptegei, has urged parents in Sebei sub-region to support and nurture their children's talent in sports and education, emphasizing the role of parental empowerment in securing their offspring's future. The three-time world champion in the 10,000 meters highlighted the pivotal role parents play in aiding their …
(2023-12-18). Uganda awaits judgement on Anti-Homosexuality Law case. independent.co.ug 
Court Concludes Hearing Anti Homosexuality Case, to Deliver Judgement on Notice Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A panel of five Constitutional Court Justices in Kampala has concluded the hearing of four consolidated petitions challenging the Anti Homosexuality Law and promised to deliver its verdict on notice. The panel comprised Deputy Chief Justice Richard Buteera, Geoffrey …
(2023-12-18). Somali troops now in charge of State House as ATMIS exits. independent.co.ug 
Somali security forces take over key installations from ATMIS troops MOGADISHU | Xinhua | Somali security forces have officially taken over security responsibilities for the presidential palace, State House, and Parliament from the African Union Transition Mission (ATMIS) troops. ATMIS said the handover took place Sunday afternoon in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, marking the …
(2023-12-18). CARS: Early Christmas gifts for former Speakers. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | All Parliament Speakers who served Uganda since 1979 have today received new official government vehicles, and will be assured of replacment every five years. "You will be required to bring your own driver, who we will recruit as Parliamentary staff. The car remains a property of Government of Uganda and Parliament …
(2023-12-18). Africa's new online foreign exchange system will enable cross-border payments in local currencies. independent.co.ug 
What you need to know INTERVIEW | CHRISTOPHER ADAM | The high cost of making cross border payments on the African continent has driven governments on the continent to seek options of settling trade and other transactions in local currencies. This has given birth to the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System which is scheduled to …
(2023-12-18). Eating yogurt could reduce your risk of depression and anxiety, study finds. independent.co.ug 
ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | A new study in mice has found that the bacterium Lactobacillus helps the body manage stress, potentially preventing the onset of mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. The results could pave the way for new therapies to treat anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. Experts say these findings support a …
(2023-12-18). Cardinal Crimes: Absolute Rule and Fleecing the Holy See. dissidentvoice.org Like a bank with branches everywhere, the Catholic Church will go after its own when circumstances permit, wherever they are. In other instances, it will take the opposite tack, shielding the detractors or deviants from local scrutiny, and concealing them from the burden of accountability. Italian Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu, former adviser to Pope Francis …
(2023-12-18). President Maduro to Guyana's President Ali: You Are Opening the Door to the Devil. orinocotribune.com President Maduro reproached his Guyanese counterpart for having agreed to carry out a series of military exercises with the United States in Guyana. | From 2: 00 pm until 4: 08 pm on Thursday afternoon, a meeting was held between the presidents of Venezuela and Guyana, Nicolás Maduro and Mohamed Irfaan Ali, respectively. The two presidents were joined by a high-level delegation from each of their administrations. | They spoke of the Essequibo territory, but Irfaan asked that the word "Essequibo" not be included in the Joint Declaration of Argyle, a document that sealed the commitment of both nations to rely on the…
(2023-12-18). A master of terror. mronline.org The murky background of the likely next President of Indonesia may come to haunt Indonesia, and Australia.
(2023-12-18). CAIR seeks investigation over teen's expulsion from Florida school. mronline.org 
This comes after the school fired his mother Dr. Maha Almasri, a Palestinian-American, for her posts in support of Palestine.
(2023-12-18). U.S. troops are occupying Syria's oil fields. Congress refuses to withdraw them. mronline.org The U.S. military has illegally occupied Syrian sovereign territory since 2014, preventing Damascus from accessing its own oil and wheat fields. The Senate voted 13-84, rejecting a resolution to withdraw U.S. troops.
(2023-12-18). Is Neoliberalism Really Dead? Or Does It Live on Like a Zombie? scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-18). Today's Most Dangerous Drug. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-18). LEVER TIME PREMIUM: Big Tech Is "Attention Fracking" Our Brains. levernews.com On this week's episode of Lever Time Premium, exclusively for The Lever's supporting subscribers, David Sirota is joined by Princeton history professor
(2023-12-18). My Latest with Nima. sonar21.com 
Nima and I had an excellent chat on Friday.
(2023-12-18). Iran: Petrol stations paralysed by Israel-linked cyberattack. middleeasteye.net 
Iran: Petrol stations paralysed by Israel-linked cyberattack | Officials claim the country's enemies have orchestrated the attack to 'inflict suffering' on Iran | Mon, 12/18/2023 – 15: 55 | People wait at a gas station in Tehran on 18 December 2023 as fuel distribution across 60 percent of Iran's gas stations is disrupted. The disruption is due to a "possible sabotage," state med…
(2023-12-18). Egypt: President Sisi reelected for third term after vote marred by bribes and intimidation. middleeasteye.net 
(2023-12-18). Switzerland: Health insurance data shows 73% increase in people receiving cancer treatment since 2020. expose-news.com According to Helsana, a major Swiss health insurance company, since 2016 the number of patients receiving cancer treatments has decreased. However, something changed in 2021 and 2022. In 2021, Helsana's data shows …
(2023-12-18). Year 2023 in review for Latin America and the Caribbean. dissidentvoice.org December 2nd marked the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine, which proclaimed US dominion over Latin America and the Caribbean. Left-leaning governments in the hemisphere have had to contest a decadent but still dominant USA. Challenges in the past year include a world economic slowdown, a continuing drug plague, and a more aggressive hegemon reacting …
(2023-12-18). Biden's balancing act: Navigating offshore oil leasing amid climate concerns. nationofchange.org The impact of Biden's offshore oil policy on climate goals and energy dynamics.
(2023-12-18). Build Back B.S. . levernews.com 
(2023-12-18). "Tragically Historic": The Guardian's Nina Lakhani on the Failure of Yet Another U.N. Climate Summit. democracynow.org 
After some 200 countries at COP28 agreed to phase down fossil fuels, nations are facing pressure to block new oil and gas projects. A growing number of Democrats are calling on President Biden to stop massive new fossil fuel developments, and climate groups in the U.K. filed a lawsuit to block a massive new oilfield in the North Sea, saying it violates obligations to target net-zero carbon emissions. "Without means of implementation, these are just words," says The Guardian's senior climate reporter Nina Lakhani, who covered COP28. She says the COP28 deal continues a tragic history of powerful,…
(2023-12-18). COP28: Sà¥nia Guajajara, Brazil's First Indigenous Peoples Minister, on Climate & a Just Transition. democracynow.org When Democracy Now! was covering the COP28 U.N. climate summit in Dubai, we spoke to Sà¥nia Guajajara, the head of the largest Indigenous delegation in the history of the climate talks. | When Democracy Now! was covering the COP28 U.N. climate summit in Dubai, we spoke to Sà¥nia Guajajara, the head of the largest Indigenous delegation in the history of the climate talks.
(2023-12-18). Democracy Now! 2023-12-18 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 18, 2023; Al Jazeera's Marwan Bishara on IDF Killing AJ Journalist, the 3 Hostages & U.S. Support for Israel; "Tragically Historic": The Guardian's Nina Lakhani on the Failure of Yet Another U.N. Climate Summit | Headlines for December 18, 2023; Al Jazeera's Marwan Bishara on IDF Killing AJ Journalist, the 3 Hostages & U.S. Support for Israel; "Tragically Historic": The Guardian's Nina Lakhani on the Failure of Yet Another U.N. Climate Summit…
(2023-12-18). Governance of livestreaming firms in spotlight. ecns.cn East Buy, a subsidiary of private tutoring giant New Oriental that successfully transitioned to a live-streaming e-commerce company, removed Sun Dongxu as its executive director and CEO, and named New Oriental's founder Yu Minhong as its chief executive.
(2023-12-18). Tibet Airlines to jointly develop plateau variant of C919 aircraft with COMAC. ecns.cn Tibet Airlines from Southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region on Sunday signed a cooperation agreement with Commercial Aircraft Corp of China (COMAC) in Shanghai to jointly develop a plateau variant of the C919 aircraft.
(2023-12-18). Gold gains traction among country's investment options. ecns.cn Gold holdings will increase among Chinese high net-worth individuals next year as uncertainties loom in capital markets, experts said, as wealth preservation and security top their asset management priorities.
(2023-12-18). Xi calls for preserving quintessence of Chinese culture. ecns.cn For archaeologist Fan Jinshi, the memory of her first handshake with President Xi Jinping in 2013 is as vivid as if it happened yesterday.
(2023-12-18). (W.E. Talk) Confucius in American Supreme Court and Contemporary Culture. ecns.cn What's a sculpture of Confucius doing there? Bryan W. Van Norden explains why, as well as the influence of Chinese philosophy on the United States and Sino-U.S. relations. According to him, philosophical education should move away from the Western-centered perspective and abandon prejudice and misunderstanding.
(2023-12-18). Demand of AI surges for year-end reports. ecns.cn AI writing businesses are thriving as the end of the year has prompted a surge in demand for annual summaries.
(2023-12-18). China's happiest city eyes high-quality development. ecns.cn Topping the list of the Happiest Cities in China for the 15th straight year, Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, is trying to create better lives for its residents through high-quality development.
(2023-12-18). First batch of projects to be supported with additional treasury bonds unveiled. ecns.cn China has issued a budget for the first batch of projects to use funds raised through the additional 1 trillion yuan ($141 billion) of sovereign bonds announced in October, China Daily learned from the Ministry of Finance.
(2023-12-18). China unveils rules on supervision of non-bank payment institutions. ecns.cn China's State Council unveiled rules on the regulation of non-bank payment institutions on Sunday, in a move to prevent financial risks, regulate the industry's growth and protect consumers' interests amid the rapid development of the sector.
(2023-12-18). Chinese economy to keep its growth momentum in 2024 despite facing challenges: official. ecns.cn China's economy faces more opportunities than challenges in 2024, with economic growth remaining on the recovery trajectory and more factors contributing to high-quality growth.
(2023-12-18). China's 40th Antarctic expedition inland team sets off for scientific research. ecns.cn China's 40th Antarctic expedition inland team composing of 29 members set off for different regions to conduct scientific research, media reported on Sunday.
(2023-12-18). Chinese scientists reportedly published first study on long COVID at 3 years after primary infection. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have reportedly published the first study on long COVID, three years after the primary infection.
(2023-12-18). Experts: New COVID strain poses low risk. ecns.cn The emerging COVID-19 subvariant JN.1 has been detected on the Chinese mainland and will likely become the dominant strain in the future, but it does not pose a substantial risk to public health, experts said on Sunday.
(2023-12-18). Temperatures plunge to historic lows as severe cold fronts impact most of China. ecns.cn Severe cold fronts have extended their grip over the majority of China, sending temperatures plunging below freezing and breaking historic extreme low records in multiple places, prompting authorities to deploy preventive arrangements to deal with possible extreme situations.
(2023-12-18). Permanent population of Beijing declines for a 6th consecutive year: BAI. ecns.cn Since 2017, the permanent population of Beijing has been declining for six consecutive years, and the distribution of the population shows a pattern of multiple support points and gradient distribution.
(2023-12-18). New railroad linking Tianjin city with Beijing Daxing airport starts commercial operation Monday. ecns.cn A new high-speed railway that links North China's port city of Tianjin with Beijing Daxing International Airport (BDIA) will start commercial operation on Monday, according to China's state railway operator.
(2023-12-18). Over 5,000 Chinese suspects of economic crimes fleeing overseas apprehended from over 100 countries and regions: Ministry. ecns.cn More than 5,000 Chinese suspects of economic crimes fleeing overseas have been caught and arrested from over 100 countries and regions by the public security organs across the country since the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
(2023-12-18). German-born panda twins arrive in Chengdu. ecns.cn The 4-year-old giant panda twins Meng Xiang and Meng Yuan, the first giant pandas born in Germany, arrived in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province on Sunday.
(2023-12-18). Frozen Jiaozhou Bay looks like 'Ice Age' scene. ecns.cn Due to the recent drop in temperatures, layers of sea ice formed in the waters of Jiaozhou Bay.
(2023-12-18). Harbin Ice and Snow World opens to public. ecns.cn The Harbin Ice and Snow World officially opened on Monday. Covering an area of 810,000 square meters, the park requires 250,000 cubic meters of ice and snow.
(2023-12-18). China sends commercial carrier rocket into space. ecns.cn The SQX-1 commercial carrier rocket carrying the Di'er-1 satellite blasts off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, Dec. 17, 2023.
(2023-12-18). Colombia's ELN guerrillas agree to suspend kidnappings. colombiareports.com Colombia's largest guerrilla group, the ELN, agreed to suspend kidnapping people for profit in ongoing peace talks with the government. The agreement that was announced in Mexico comes days after…
(2023-12-18). Alastair Crooke: Does Netanyahu Have an Exit Planned? thealtworld.com In an eagerly anticipated conversation, we are set to engage with Alastair Crooke, the esteemed former British Ambassador, to delve into the captivating question: "Does Netanyahu Have an Exit Planned?" This dialogue promises to unravel the complexities of Israeli politics and the enigma that surrounds Benjamin Netanyahu, the long-serving Prime Minister of Israel. | As we explore this intriguing topic with Ambassador Crooke, the anticipation is palpable. With a distinguished career in diplomacy and a profound understanding of Middle Eastern affairs, Crooke is poised to offer unique insights into the motivations an…
(2023-12-18). Kanye West Goes Off In New Manic Episode: I Will Slap The Sh*t Out Of Mike Rubin, I'm On 'My Farrakhan Don'. moguldom.com Kanye West, also known as "Ye," has once again made headlines, this time for a 10-minute rant during his "Vultures" listening party in Las Vegas. The rant happened after local police shut down the private listening event saying it was unauthorized. Fans had reportedly paid upwards of $2,000 a ticket to attend. West has been …
(2023-12-18). Trump Echoing Fascists Doesn't Dissuade Likely GOP Iowa Caucusgoers. truthout.org Donald Trump believes in eugenics. He really does. Of course, his understanding of it is purely based upon his own belief in his superior genes and good "German blood." He's said it many times in public: When he said during his first term that he didn't understand why the U.S. allowed people from "shit-hole countries" to emigrate to the U.S. and suggested that we should encourage people from… |
(2023-12-18). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 73: Reports surface of Palestinian deaths inside Israeli detention camps. mondoweiss.net
(2023-12-18). Poll: Resistance and Liberation are the Popular Demands. orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-18). The Right Is Passing Bills That Ban the Teaching of Empathy and Care in Schools. truthout.org
(2023-12-18). Jews For Peace Are Rockin' It. youtube.com
(2023-12-18). Pentagon Has A Massive Secret Army Of 60,000 People. youtu.be
(2023-12-18). Anti-Abortion Pregnancy Centers in FL Get Taxpayer Funds With Little Oversight. truthout.org To understand the problems with Florida's oversight of anti-abortion pregnancy centers, you don't have to look much further than Mary's Pregnancy Resource Center, north of Miami. The crisis pregnancy center in Broward County steered women away from abortion while providing free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds and parenting classes. Founded by Yohanka Reyes and her husband, its mission was rooted in… |
(2023-12-18). Mexico Must Stand up to Agribusiness Oligopolies on GM Corn Ban. fpif.org U.S. and Canadian civil society groups are denouncing their own governments' efforts, driven by the agribusiness industry, to repeal Mexico's proposed ban on genetically modified corn.
(2023-12-18). The American Political Crisis. thealtworld.com The GEOFOR editorial board asked Paul Craig Roberts, Chairman of the Institute for Political Economy (USA), a PhD in Economics and US Undersecretary of Treasury in the Reagan administration, to give his assessment of the political situation in the US and whether a candidate other than Biden could result in a more reasonable US policy toward the rest of the world, and here is his reply. | American politics is in crisis. The evidence is overwhelming that Biden was not elected but was put into the presidency via a stolen election, and the evidence is overwhelming that Democrats and the Biden regime are attempting to…
(2023-12-18). 3rd World March for Peace and Non-Violence Takes Off in the Asia Pacific. pressenza.com 
Humanists and Peace Advocates Chat with the Founder and Lay the Groundwork for the 3rd WM in the Asia Pacific: | Humanists from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Philippines, and Australia including friends from the UK, France, and Italy, got together to have a virtual chat with Rafael de la Rubia, about the up and coming 3rd World March of Peace and Non-violence. | Officially presented at the Congress of Deputies of Spain in Madrid on 2 October 2023, International Day of Nonviolence, in the Ernest Lluch Hall, the 3rd World March is being planned to start on October 2, 2024 from Costa Rica,…
(2023-12-18). Washington state trooper crashes car, attempts to pin fake DUI on innocent driver. therealnews.com 
The weather outside is frightful, and so is the behavior of police departments around the country! In a special holiday-themed livestream, Police Accountability Report looks at a series of police abuse incidents around the country. From a Washington state trooper's car crash to a botched raid in Kentucky, Stephen and Taya report live on the latest incidents …
(2023-12-18). China launches commercial carrier rocket. independent.co.ug 
JIUQUAN | Xinhua | China successfully launched SQX-1 commercial carrier rocket into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Sunday. The rocket blasted off at 3 p.m. (Beijing Time) from the launch site, sending the Di'er-1 satellite into the planned orbit. It was the sixth flight mission of the SQX-1 commercial …
(2023-12-18). Fresh Dairy revamps its flavoured milk to meet customer demands. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fresh Dairy has once again purposed to address the ever-changing needs and preferences of its customers by revamping its flavoured milk with a new look and slim pack addition. Flavoured milk is popular for being an on-the-go ready-to-drink and is great for during and post sports work-out activities. Marketing Manager …
(2023-12-18). 'Government setting URA targets that are hard to meet'. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development is proposing that the Uganda Revenue Authority raises almost 29.96 trillion Shillings in taxes next financial year, up from the current year's 29.67 trillion. However, this will prove a tall order for the tax body considering that it has not been …
(2023-12-18). Insurers need to embrace sustainability initiatives — IRA. independent.co.ug 
Embrace sustainable practices not just for today's bottom line, but as a strategic investment Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Insurance players have been urged to embrace the aspect of sustainability in their operations to positively impact communities, the environment, and related fields in their business. "In the realm of insurance, risk assessment extends beyond policies. …
(2023-12-18). 'Lifting of Somalia arms embargo will aid fight against terrorism'. independent.co.ug 
Mogadishu, Somalia | THE INDEPENDENT | The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and the Federal Government of Somalia have said the lifting of the 31-year UN arms embargo on Somalia would give fresh impetus to the fight against the Al Shabaab and other armed groups in Somalia. The African Union Special Representative …
(2023-12-18). World is bigger than the FIVE. muslimmirror.com By Kashmala Ishfaq Elahi "The campaign launched by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the UN General Assembly emphasizes that 'The world is bigger than five.' As ordinary individuals, we share a common passion for rights and equality, as well as a fervent interest in diplomacy, supporting democratization. The assertion that the world is more …
(2023-12-18). Poll: Resistance and Liberation are the Popular Demands. orinocotribune.com By Hanna Eid — Dec 16, 2023 | The results of this PCPSR poll can tell us a lot about the unity of Palestinians in the face of colonialism, while also highlighting that Palestinian society is not a monolith and supports different factions and parties, just like in any other country. | On December 13, the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research (PCPSR) released the
(2023-12-18). This week in history: December 18-24. wsws.org This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago and 100 years ago.
(2023-12-18). New study proves that COVID-19 is far more harmful and deadly than the flu. wsws.org A study published in the Lancet journal by Dr. Ziyad Al-Aly and colleagues finds that COVID-19 and its post-acute sequalae cause far more deaths and health injuries than influenza and Long-Flu.
(2023-12-18). US city letter carriers union holds national meeting in New Orleans amid months-long silence on contract talks. wsws.org Contract negotiations remain stagnant for city carriers as reassignments and job cuts accelerate under Delivering for America.
(2023-12-18). Member of Zelensky's Servant of the People party injures 26 in grenade attack. wsws.org Combined with the state-organized crackdown on opposition and democratic rights, the violence of the war and conscription drive have created the conditions for such a violent anti-social and anti-democratic attack.
(2023-12-18). The lioness, the oak tree, the matron: In loving memory of my mother, Helen Halyard. wsws.org We are publishing here the tribute to Helen Halyard given by her son, Jamal, to a memorial meeting for Comrade Helen held by the Socialist Equality Party (US) and the International Committee of the Fourth International on December 3.
(2023-12-18). German government finalizes its war budget. wsws.org Unlimited funds for war and armaments, cuts in social spending and higher energy prices—this is the core of the German government's 2024 budget.
(2023-12-18). US financial system a "minefield of vulnerabilities" wsws.org The annual report by the Financial Stability Oversight Council has listed a wide range of potential problems in the financial system flowing from higher interest rates.
(2023-12-18). Patrick Lawrence: Impeachment: Biden Under Formal Investigation. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-18). The Pope Offers (Mixed) Blessing to Gay Marriage. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-18). IMPEACHMENT: Biden Under Formal Investigation. consortiumnews.com
(2023-12-18). Pressure Mounts on Netanyahu to Reach New Deal With Hamas After IDF Killed 3 Israeli Hostages. news.antiwar.com
(2023-12-18). Clausuran quinto ciclo de diálogos de paz entre el Gobierno de Colombia y el ELN. telesurtv.net Las partes, que desarrollan un proceso de negociaciones desde el año pasado, acordaron reunirse en enero próximo en La Habana, Cuba.
(2023-12-18). Rusia rechaza que vaya a atacar a un país de la OTAN. telesurtv.net El presidente de Rusia, Vladímir Putin, calificó de tontería la afirmación de su homólogo estadounidense, Joe Biden, sobre presuntos ataques a la OTAN.
(2023-12-18). Chilenos rechazan texto constitucional propuesto por la derecha. telesurtv.net Según medios locales, la opción "En Contra" ganó terreno en 13 regiones, mientras que "A favor" únicamente ganó en Maule, Ñuble y La Araucanía.
(2023-12-18). Fallecen al menos nueve personas tras estallido en fábrica de India. telesurtv.net La mayoría de los lesionados se halla en estado crítico. La Policía teme que la cifra de víctimas mortales ascienda durante las próximas horas.
(2023-12-18). Rechazan nuevas amenazas del Comando Sur contra teleSUR. telesurtv.net La Sra. Richardson sigue opinando de lo que no le corresponde, expresó la presidenta del multimedio. "Le vuelvo a decir: ¡No nos amedrenta! No nos van a detener".
(2023-12-18). Presidente cubano denuncia acciones contra el país. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado cubano denunció el genocidio que se está perpetrando contra el pueblo palestino por parte de Israel.
(2023-12-18). Trece heridos deja choque de trenes en Málaga, España. telesurtv.net La colisión ocurrió cerca de las 21H30 (hora local) del sábado entre dos trenes que cubrían las rutas Sevilla-Málaga y Málaga-Sevilla.
(2023-12-18). Exvicepresidente Glas ingresa a embajada de México en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La SRE explicó que de conformidad con el marco jurídico mexicano "se permitió el acceso de Glas Espinel en calidad de huésped".
(2023-12-18). Venezuela felicita al pueblo de Chile por participación en plebiscito. telesurtv.net "Felicitamos al pueblo de Chile que (…) ha enviado una señal muy clara hacia los nuevos tiempos", escribió el canciller venezolano Yván Gil.
(2023-12-18). Conoce 10 palabras que el idioma español heredó del árabe. telesurtv.net La Real Academia Española refiere que 4.000 palabras del habla hispana tienen sus orígenes en la etimología árabe.
(2023-12-18). Alba-TCP saluda el diálogo entre Venezuela y Guyana. telesurtv.net La plataforma de integración expresa su disposición de "apoyar el camino del diálogo, única vía para alcanzar una solución beneficiosa sobre la controversia territorial.
(2023-12-18). Hamás reitera condiciones para negociar canje de prisioneros con Israel. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento, la agresión israelí ha dejado un saldo de cerca de 19.000 civiles palestinos asesinados y una cifra superior a los 50.000 heridos.
(2023-12-18). Mueren tres personas tras accidente de aviación en Oregón, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Los tres fallecidos fueron identificados. Eran refugiados de Afganistán. El accidente ocurrió cuando volaban en medio de una niebla densa.
(2023-12-18). Cierran mesas electorales e inicia conteo de votos en Chile. telesurtv.net Fueron convocados al plebiscito constitucional cerca de 15 millones de chilenos, quienes decidieron si aprueban una nueva propuesta de Carta Magna a cargo del Consejo Constitucional.
(2023-12-18). Conoce siete frases para recordar el legado de Simón Bolívar. telesurtv.net El Libertador Simón Bolívar es una de las principales figuras de la emancipación hispanoamericana.
(2023-12-18). Elevan a 15 los muertos por temporal en Buenos Aires, Argentina. telesurtv.net Una mujer murió en Moreno y otra persona en Coronel Rosales debido al temporal.
(2023-12-18). Serbia celebra sus quintas elecciones parlamentarias en 10 años. telesurtv.net Unos 100.000 electores serbios residentes en Kosovo podrán votar en cuatro municipios de la parte central de Serbia.
(2023-12-18). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A más de dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 19.000 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-18). OMS alerta sobre las condiciones del hospital Al Shifa en Gaza. telesurtv.net El servicio de urgencias del hospital Al Shifa del norte la Franja de Gaza, devastado por los bombardeos israelíes, es "un baño de sangre" y "necesita reanimación", afirma la OMS…
(2023-12-18). Ataques israelíes en Jabalia dejan 43 palestinos asesinados. telesurtv.net Los ataques aéreos israelíes tuvieron como como objetivo a varias la familias en Jabalia: Al-Shehab Al Khala y Al Zayan con un saldo preliminar de 43 muertos.
(2023-12-18). Piden enjuiciar a Netanyahu como criminal de guerra. telesurtv.net La líderesa de Podemos calificó el asedio israelí sobre la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania como un "genocidio".
(2023-12-18). Israel arrecia agresiones contra hospitales y personal médico en Gaza. telesurtv.net En medio de la catastrófica situación de salud y con la completa interrupción del suministro de agua, los residentes consumen agua de lluvia, "si está disponible".
(2023-12-18). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A más de 70 días de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 19.000 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-18). Papa critica a Israel por asesinar a civiles en iglesia en Gaza. telesurtv.net Los bombardeos y la ofensiva terrestre de Israel contra Palestina han dejado hasta la fecha un saldo de alrededor de 19.000 civiles muertos.
(2023-12-18). teleSUR y Green Zone Foundation de Qatar firman convenio. telesurtv.net En días anteriores, teleSUR y la televisión pública brasileña EBC, así como el Instituto de Radiodifusión del Estado de Bahía, anunciaron un acuerdo de producción.
(2023-12-18). Fuerzas israelíes matan a cinco palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Los jóvenes, de edades comprendidas entre 22 y 33 años, murieron en un ataque israelí al campo de refugiados en la ciudad de Tulkarem.
(2023-12-18). Corea del Norte dispara misil no identificado al mar de Japón. telesurtv.net Corea del Norte disparó un tipo de misil balístico no identificado hacia el mar del Este, reportaron la Guardia Costera de Japón y del Ejército de Corea del Sur.
(2023-12-18). Temporal en Argentina deja al menos 13 muertos. telesurtv.net Entre los daños, se registraron la voladura de techos, caída de ramas, postes y cables, así como cortes en el servicio de electricidad.
(2023-12-18). Partido Rusia Unida anuncia respaldo al presidente Vladímir Putin. telesurtv.net El dignatario insistió en la necesidad de defender la soberanía del Estado, fortalecer el desarrollo de Rusia, consolidar la sociedad y la esfera científica y tecnológica.
(2023-12-18). Evacúan a miles de personas por inundaciones en Queensland, Australia. telesurtv.net La ciudad más afectada es Cairns, donde muchas casas, edificios, puentes y calles están bajo las aguas.
(2023-12-18). Riquelme es electo presidente del Boca Juniors en Argentina. telesurtv.net Votaron 43.367 asociados, la mayor concurrencia de socios de la historia del fútbol argentino.
(2023-12-18). Registran varios incendios forestales en El Salvador. telesurtv.net Al menos tres incendios forestales fueron atentidos por los efectivos salvadoreños en distintos municipios.
(2023-12-18). Reportan un apagón total en el norte de Argentina. telesurtv.net Varios barrios de la ciudad de Córdoba, capital de la provincia del mismo nombre, también quedaron a oscuras.
(2023-12-18). Israeli and American Jews Speak Out Against Horrors in Gaza. counterpunch.org 
In the midst of Netanyahu's annihilation of innocent Palestinian civilians in Gaza, many of them children, women and the elderly, there is a rising urgency from many Israeli and domestic Jewish groups for an immediate ceasefire and greatly increasing the flow of humanitarian aid. In the U.S. Jewish Voice for Peace and If Not Now
(2023-12-18). We're Still Breathing: Amhara Genocide in Ethiopia. counterpunch.org Ignored by western governments and largely overlooked by media a genocide is taking place in Ethiopia. The Amhara people, a large ethnic group, are being ethnically cleansed from the region of Oromia, the largest region on the country. Tens of thousands of Amhara have been killed by Oromo fanatics, over three million have been displaced,
(2023-12-18). Janus-Faced Biden Administration Can't Hide Its Complicity. counterpunch.org 
lsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains committed to using overwhelming and indiscriminate military force to vanquish the Palestinian community in Gaza. For the past two decades, Netanyahu has engaged in the total humiliation of the Palestinian people. At the same time, he is humiliating and embarrassing the only nation that provides Israel with political, military, and diplomatic cover—the United States. The fact that Netanyahu is bombarding Gaza with U.S.-supplied weaponry makes the United States complicit with regard to Israeli ethnic cleansing, particularly the killing and maiming of children.
(2023-12-18). Ceasefire in Gaza, No War on China. counterpunch.org Gaza is under attack by Israeli forces. Hospitals, refugee camps, and schools have been bombed indiscriminately, and even the water supply, which is indispensable for survival, has been cut off. Hamas, the target of the Israeli military's attacks, has gone underground, and it is the residents who are exposed to the bombing. This reminds us
(2023-12-18). Flirting With Nuclear Energy Down Under. counterpunch.org 
It was a policy that was bound to send a shiver through the policymaking community. The issue of nuclear energy in Australia has always been a contentious one. Currently, the country hosts a modest nuclear industry, centred on the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), nuclear medicine and laboratory products. But even this has created headaches in terms
(2023-12-18). How OSHA's Walkaround Rule Would Save Lives. counterpunch.org 
Kyle Downour, unit chair for United Steelworkers (USW) Local 1-346, threw himself into consoling fellow union members after a fire and explosion killed two co-workers at the BP-Husky refinery in Oregon, Ohio in 2022. But Downour, overwhelmed and stretched thin, realized that he was the one who needed support when federal investigators carried out a painstaking
(2023-12-18). Blood Carbon: Kenyans are Being Erased so the UAE can Greenwash. counterpunch.org 
Sasimwani, Kenya. You've heard of blood diamonds — extracted by violence, slavery, and displacement then processed through accounting magic and slick marketing until the finished product appears clean. Like the carbon atoms that make up these diamonds, under extreme pressure and buried far out of sight, the ravaged lives of millions of people are transformed
(2023-12-18). COP28 Agreement to Move Away From Fossil Fuels. counterpunch.org 
In what many see as a first-of-its-kind deal signaling the eventual end of the oil age, representatives from nearly 200 countries agreed on Wednesday to begin reducing global consumption of fossil fuels to avert the worst impact of climate change. In a demonstration of global solidarity, negotiators joined together at the COP28 climate summit in
(2023-12-18). In Our Deeply Unequal World, the Garbage Rises Ever Higher. counterpunch.org 
The summit of Mount Everest, in case you haven't heard, has become somewhat of a trash heap, a high-profile embarrassment that some have taken to calling the "world's highest garbage dump." A half-century ago, few would have expected this outcome. Back in 1976, Nepal, the Himalayan nation that counts Everest — Mount Sagarmatha — as
(2023-12-18). The American Chestnut Foundation Bails as GE Chestnut Develops Growth and Mortality Problems and Fails to Resist the Blight. counterpunch.org 
Late on Friday, December 8th, the American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) announced they were withdrawing their support for the "Darling 58" (D58) genetically engineered American chestnut tree. After 10+ years and millions of dollars invested into the D58 chestnut, as well as a massive publicity campaign involving media outlets like the New York Times, Wall Street
(2023-12-18). City of Sydney Council calls for ceasefire in Gaza. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Oppenheimer, atomic bombings and the ethical responsibility of scientists. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Labor's new punitive refugee laws criticised. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Tamil refugees hope to ask Richard Marles for permanent visas. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Housing activists organise national day of action for public housing, rent controls. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). How can we build the movement for the liberation of Palestine? greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Mainstream media's Israel bias comes under pressure. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Mardi Gras AGM votes to tear up deal with NSW Police. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). NUS votes to support a free Palestine. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Pro-Palestine protesters say Thales has no social licence. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Residents want council to support Palestine. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). 'Shared values' exposed as a naked lie. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Supreme Court overturns aspects of NSW's anti-protest laws. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). WestCONnex delivers traffic chaos and resident outrage as Rozelle Interchange opens. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-18). Oceti Sakowin Treaty Council Supports Palestinians and an End to Israel's Genocide. indybay.org The Oceti Sakowin Treaty Council passed a resolution on Thursday in Rapid City, South Dakota, in support of Palestinians, calling for an immediate ceasefire, emergency humanitarian aid, and an end to United States military aid to Israel. Oceti Sakowin, the Great Sioux Nation, said Israel is carrying out ethnic cleansing and genocide that mirrors what was done to the Oceti Sakowin. The Council said Israel's apartheid regime would not be possible without the United States government's military aid.
(2023-12-18). Protest for Gaza at Office of Rep. Kevin Mullin. indybay.org Constituents and peace groups, mothers and children, young and old lined the El Camino Real in front of the office of Congressman Kevin Mullin on December 15…
(2023-12-18). Human Exceptionalism Dehumanizes All. indybay.org Op-ed: The current wave of dehumanizing language fueling the extermination and expulsion of Palestinians from Gaza and the West Bank relies upon the Human Exceptionalism-based stance that the dehumanizers themselves are not "animals". However, through this insistence they have unwittingly rejected their own humanity.
(2023-12-18). Tuesday 12/19: Conversation with Independent Journalist Sharif Abdel Kouddous on the U.S. role in Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-18). Monday 12/18: Webinar: Gaza & International Humanitarian Law. indybay.org
(2023-12-18). Bay Area Unions & Thousands of Workers Rally & March for Palestine in Oakland. indybay.org Thousands of workers and unionists from throughout the Bay Area rallied in Oakland against the US supported Israel war on Gaza and the Palestinians. A growing number of unions are breaking from the pro-Zionist leadership including AFL-CIO president Liz Schuler and many of other union heads…
(2023-12-18). Sen. Padilla's Office is Chalk Marked – Gaza Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Human rights activists protest outside Senator Alex Padilla's office demanding his support for permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-18). Saturday 12/16: San Francisco: Shut It Down for Palestine! indybay.org Dolores Park | Dolores St & 19th St | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-18). 470 Levi's Workers In Turkey Need Support. indybay.org Workers in Turkey who make Levis are fighting against union busting and need international solidarity…
(2023-12-18). Friday 12/29: Peace Vigil — Call for Ceasefire + Diplomacy Not More Weapons for Ukraine or Israel! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 12/23: Unbelievable! Presence for everyone! THE WALKING TOUR. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2023-12-18). Monday 12/25: Santa Cruz Community Christmas Dinner. indybay.org Town Clock, Pacific Ave and Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2023-12-18). Law Center Statement on 12% Increase in Homelessness. indybay.org Point in Time results must drive housing investments, not despair…
(2023-12-18). Thursday 12/21: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org
(2023-12-18). People's Park Berkeley at Risk. indybay.org The heart of Berkeley's counterculture is at risk again.
(2023-12-18). Wednesday 12/20: National Phonebank to Oppose US Money for War Crimes! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-18). Human Rights Day Candlelight Vigil: Respect the Human Rights of the Palestinian People. indybay.org "As we prepare to celebrate Christmas this year, the Holy Land is bathed in blood," said Mario Galvan, Board Member of Sacramento Area Peace Action.
(2023-12-18). Monday 12/18: Pack the Court for the Bay Bridge Ceasefire Protestors! indybay.org 850 Bryant St, San Francisco…
(2023-12-18). Thursday 2/1: 2024 CA Black History Month – Reclaiming and Restoring our "Freedom Seekers" indybay.org Gold Rush Grille | Secretary of State Building | Downtown Sacramento…
(2023-12-18). Tuesday 12/26: Sacramento Kwanzaa – Freedom, Justice and Peace: Principles and Practice For A New World. indybay.org Sierra Service Project | Tool Library – Urban Agriculture | 1516 Del Paso Rd | Sacramento, CA. 95813…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 12/30: Merchants of Death War Crimes Tribunal. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 2/10: 2024 SF World Naked Bike Rides&AfterParties. indybay.org 11 am Gathering & 12pm Noon Start ( Times for All Rides&AfterParties ) | Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park, Folsom Street & The Embarcadero Drive, San Francisco USA…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 4/20: #EarthDay SF World Naked Bike Ride. indybay.org 11 am Gathering & 12pm Noon Start ( Times for All Rides&AfterParties ) | Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park, Folsom Street & The Embarcadero Drive, San Francisco USA…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 5/18: SF World Naked Bike Ride "warm up" for #Bay2Breakers. indybay.org 11 am Gathering & 12pm Noon Start ( Times for All Rides&AfterParties ) | Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park, Folsom Street & The Embarcadero Drive, San Francisco USA…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 6/8: Annual International Classic SF World Naked Bike Ride. indybay.org 11 am Gathering & 12pm Noon Start ( Times for All Rides&AfterParties ) | Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park, Folsom Street & The Embarcadero Drive, San Francisco USA…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 9/28: Autumnal Equinox & Folsom Weekender SF World Naked Biker Ride. indybay.org 11 am Gathering & 12pm Noon Start ( Times for All Rides&AfterParties ) | Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park, Folsom Street & The Embarcadero Drive, San Francisco USA…
(2023-12-18). Saturday 1/20: Counter the "Walk for Life" Religious Right Wing in San Francisco. indybay.org In front of San Francisco Main Library | 100 Larkin St. | SF…
(2023-12-18). Pope blasts Israel for using 'terrorism' tactics in Gaza. presstv.ir The Pope made remarks after Israeli military sniper killed two Christian women who had taken refuge in a church complex.
(2023-12-18). Yemen warns retaliatory strikes will expand if Israeli genocide in Gaza persists. presstv.ir A senior Ansarullah official says Yemeni retaliatory operations will expand to hit depths of the Israeli-occupied territories if the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip does not stop.
(2023-12-18). Pro-Palestinian protesters in Paris, Brussels demand end to Gaza genocide. presstv.ir Thousands of protesters marched in solidarity with Palestinians in Paris on Sunday and demanded the Israeli regime put an end to the 'massacre' in Gaza.
(2023-12-18). Thousands of pro-Palestine demonstrators march for Gaza ceasefire in Lyon. presstv.ir Thousands of demonstrators take to the streets of Lyon to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-18). 'Half of the population starving in Gaza': UN official. presstv.ir A senior United Nations official who visited Gaza over the weekend says that "half the population is starving" there.
(2023-12-18). No prisoner exchange deal under fire: Senior Hamas official. presstv.ir Hamas reaffirms its position that there will be no more prisoner swap deals with Israel until the regime's genocidal war on Gaza ends.
(2023-12-18). WHO says appalled by Israel's destruction of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital. presstv.ir The World Health Organization sounds the alarm about the Israeli military's destruction of a hospital in the northern Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-18). Children, women make up 70% of Palestinians killed in Gaza war: Health ministry. presstv.ir The Palestinian Health Ministry says women and children comprise 70 percent of approximately 18,800 people killed during the Israeli war on Gaza.
(2023-12-18). More than 100 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza's largest refugee camp. presstv.ir The Israeli military conducts aerial assaults on Jabalia, Gaza's largest refugee camp, killing more than 100 Palestinians and injuring dozens.
(2023-12-18). 'Flatten' Gaza, turn it to museum like Auschwitz: Israeli council head. presstv.ir An Israeli council head calls for sending all Gazans to refugee camps in Lebanon and "flattening" the whole area so it becomes an empty museum like Auschwitz.
(2023-12-18). In Amman, over 1,000 demonstrate in solidarity with Gaza. presstv.ir Over 1,000 people turned out in Amman to protest in solidarity with the Palestinians.
(2023-12-18). Destruction at northern Gaza hospital after Israeli raid. presstv.ir Israeli tanks and troops withdrew from a hospital in northern Gaza on Saturday.
(2023-12-18). New York City protesters demonstrate in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Protesters in New York rally in solidarity with Palestinians to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-18). Most American youth think Israel should 'be ended and given to Hamas': Poll. presstv.ir A poll shows that 51 percent of young Americans, between the ages of 18 and 24, believe Israel should be "ended and given to Hamas."
(2023-12-18). Hamas: No prisoner swap talks unless Israel ends war 'once and for all'. presstv.ir Hamas says that it will engage in no indirect talks on a prisoner-for-abductee swap with Israel unless the occupying regime completely ends its onslaught on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-18). Iran: Palestinians definite winners of 'unequal battle' against Israel. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister said Israeli officials continue to commit crimes more heinous than those by Daesh.
(2023-12-18). Shipping company OOCL halts all shipments to Israeli regime. presstv.ir The shipping company OOCL stopped delivering cargo to Israel, after the Yemeni army targeted two Israeli-bound container ships in waters off the country's coast.
(2023-12-18). 'Bloodbath': WHO slams Israeli aggression in Gaza's al-Shifa hospital. presstv.ir Israel's bombardment of Gaza Strip has left much of the territory in ruins.
(2023-12-18). France calls for Gaza ceasefire after consulate staff killed in Israeli bombing. presstv.ir French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna has called for an "immediate" ceasefire in the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-18). Yemeni army's operations have left significant economic impact on Israel: Ansarullah. presstv.ir Ansarullah says the Yemeni army's attacks against vessels headed to the occupied Palestinian territories have taken a big toll on the Israeli economy.
(2023-12-18). Pro-Palestine demonstrators rally in Australia's Melbourne to demand Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Thousands march in Melbourne to express solidarity with Palestinians and demand Gaza ceasefire.
(2023-12-18). Funeral held for five Palestinians killed in Israeli raid on West Bank refugee camp. presstv.ir People in the West Bank hold a funeral for five Palestinians killed in an Israeli raid on the Nur Shams refugee camp.
(2023-12-18). Funeral held for five Palestinians killed in Israeli raid on West Bank refugee camp. presstv.ir People in the West Bank residents hold a funeral for five Palestinians killed in an Israeli raid on the Nur Shams refugee camp.
(2023-12-18). New Israeli airstrike on Syrian capital injures two soldiers. presstv.ir Syrian air defenses respond to another Israeli aggression targeting the countryside of the country's capital Damascus.
(2023-12-18). New Israeli missile attack on Syrian capital injures two soldiers. presstv.ir Syrian air defenses respond to another Israeli aggression targeting the countryside of the country's capital Damascus.
(2023-12-18). Hundreds evacuated as flash floods hit northeastern Australia. presstv.ir Hundreds evacuated as flood disaster unfolds in northeastern Australia.
(2023-12-18). Iran Army drones, missiles lined up on borders to repel threats: Top cmdr. presstv.ir The Iranian Army's Ground Force has deployed missile, drone and artillery units along the country's northeastern border areas to give a "rapid and timely" response to any possible threat, says commander of the force.
(2023-12-18). Historic vote: Iraqis go to polls in first provincial elections in a decade. presstv.ir Iraqis go to the polls on Monday to vote in provincial elections for the first time in ten years to choose members of the Provincial Councils.
(2023-12-18). Iran's gas stations returning to normal after software problem disrupts services. presstv.ir The National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company says efforts are underway to fix a software problem which disrupted fuel supply across Iran, particularly in Tehran.
(2023-12-18). Aftermath of floods in southern Bolivia. presstv.ir People in the southern Bolivian town of Cotagaita inspect the damage from a flood.
(2023-12-18). Pro-Palestinian protesters block highway in Philadelphia. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian protesters block Philadelphia highway while calling for Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
(2023-12-18). Blizzards sweep across Russia, bringing massive snow falls. presstv.ir Blizzards swept across swathes of Russia, carpeting Moscow in one of the biggest snow falls in decades.
(2023-12-18). 'US occupation forces attacked 100 times in Iraq, Syria since Oct. 17'. presstv.ir US occupation forces have been targeted at least 100 times in Iraq and neighboring Syria since October 17, a Fox News correspondent says.
(2023-12-18). Pakistan condemns deadly terrorist attack in southeast Iran. presstv.ir Pakistan strongly condemns the recent, fatal terrorist attacks in Iran's southeast Rask county, killing at least 11 and injuring several others.
(2023-12-18). IRGC chief says 'bitter revenge' awaits those behind Rask attack. presstv.ir IRGC commander says those behind the terrorist attack on police station in Rask will pay dearly for it.
(2023-12-18). Iran FM meets new Kuwaiti Emir to discuss expansion of all-out ties. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister says Tehran is ready to further improve relations with Kuwait in various fields.
(2023-12-18). Dec 18, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
Schubert: Winterreise, D.911 — 15. Die Krà§he Bringing Light to the World: the Vision of Ibn 'Arabi, w/Eric Winkel We, the Blood Bladder: America as Feeding Trough for Lampreys, by Fred Reed Impeachment: Biden Under Formal Investigation, by Patrick Lawrence On Universal History & The Creation of Aristocratic Men (Part II of IV) — by Kwan Lee The Death of Israel: Settler colonial states have a terminal shelf life, by Chris Hedges John Mearsheimer: Israel is choosing 'apartheid' or 'ethnic cleansing' (Video) Day 72: Israeli forces kill Palestinians in church, UNRWA warns of mas…
(2023-12-17). The IDF Are So Good At Killing Israelis They Should Consider Joining Hamas. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Friendly fire during October 7, friendly fire on the battlefield in Gaza, friendly fire executions of Israeli prisoners. The IDF are so good at killing Israelis they should start making GoPro videos with red triangles about it.
2023-12-15: News Headlines
(2023-12-14). Patrick Lawrence: That New Hunter Biden Indictment. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-14). Unilateral Sanity Could Save the World. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-14). German Group Won't Present Arendt Prize to Masha Gessen Over Gaza Essay. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-14). Enslaved By Nonprofits: How NGOs Colonize Developing Countries. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-14). 'We are all Palestinians': COP28 activists demand ceasefire in Gaza, defying protest restrictions. nationofchange.org Over 100 people demonstrated on the sidelines of the summit Sunday in solidarity with Palestine to demand a ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Wednesday 12/13: Virtual event with Mosab Abu Toha. indybay.org
(2023-12-14). Tuesday 12/12: Mothers for Ceasefire Power Hour. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/momsforceasefire…
(2023-12-14). Wednesday 12/13: National Phonebank to Oppose US Money for War Crimes! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-14). Wednesday 12/13: Action: Mobilize to OUSD Board of Directors Meeting. indybay.org 1050 2nd Ave (Great Room) | Oakland, CA | or | Zoom…
(2023-12-14). Saturday 12/16: Action San Francisco: Demand Senator Alex Padilla call for ceasefire now. indybay.org 333 Bush Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: International Human Rights Day Community Art Build and Teach-In. indybay.org 1555 Irving St. | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Silent Vigil for Peace in Palestine and Ukraine. indybay.org corner of El Camino & Embarcadero, outside Town & Country shopping center, on the public sidewalk | 855 El Camino | Palo Alto, CA…
(2023-12-14). Monday 12/18: Action: San Leandro For Ceasefire, Protect The Sanctity Of Life. indybay.org 835 E 14th St | San Leandro, Ca…
(2023-12-14). Saturday 12/16: Rancho Cordova: Shut it Down for Palestine! indybay.org Aerojet Rocketdyne | 2001 Aerojet Road | Rancho, Rancho Cordova…
(2023-12-14). Zelensky Shows Up To Congress Looking For More Billion Dollar Bags: Why U.S. Support For Ukraine May Be Over. moguldom.com On Dec. 12, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Washington, D.C., in an effort to secure more U.S. aid for his country, which has been locked in a conflict with Russia for nearly two years. While his appeal resonated with many in Congress, the funding package he sought has become entangled in domestic U.S. politics. The …
(2023-12-14). Hedge Fund Billionaire Bill Ackman's Attempted Coup Against Harvard President Claudine Gay Fails. moguldom.com In recent weeks, Harvard University has found itself at the center of a heated debate involving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, presidential appointments, and the response to antisemitism on college campuses. This controversy has been fueled by billionaire hedge fund manager and Harvard graduate Bill Ackman, who accused Harvard President Claudine Gay of being …
(2023-12-14). Action Taken Against BNY Mellon in Solidarity with Palestine! indybay.org
(2023-12-14). The CIPOG-EZ Denounces Narco-Paramilitary Groups and the State. itsgoingdown.org Statement from the Popular Indigenous Council of Guerrero-Emiliano Zapata (CIPOG-EZ) denouncing state repression and infiltration of popular organizations. To the Zapatista Army of National Liberation To the National Indigenous Congress To the Indigenous Governing Council To the Signers of the Declaration for Life To the Networks of Resistance and Rebellion To the National and International…
(2023-12-14). Argentina was on the brink: did it step forward? pressenza.com The far-right Javier Milei is the new president of Argentina for the next four years: on taking office he ratified his "chainsaw" plan and said that the adjustment would fall on the state and not on the private sector, but acknowledged that it would hurt "activity, employment and wages". It is not a dream or a dystopia, it is real. | It was not a defeat of Peronism, or of Kirchnerism, it was a defeat of all progressivism, of the left, not only of Argentina but of all of Latin America. Milei will be another voice of the US and European neo-fascism in the region, a spearhead against China, the main trading partner,…
(2023-12-14). Waking up to terror after a dream of freedom. electronicintifada.net Israel has resumed its brutal attacks on Gaza after the end of the truce.
(2023-12-14). Censoring Israeli Violence. counterpunch.org 
The cathedral of censorship is a vast, airy one. In its embrace, texts are abridged, images removed, ideas scrubbed. Historical inconveniences are filed and rendered inaccessible. The only sermons tolerated will be those satisfying and serving the dictates of power. The power Israel disproportionately wields here, notably across a number of Western democratic states, is staggering. It is manifested
(2023-12-14). 'Race, Liberation, and Palestine' Rutgers Didn't Bend to Pressure to Shut Down Event. indybay.org The threats, pressure from a U.S. Congressman, and thousands of e-mails didn't shut down the event, "Race, Liberation and Palestine," at Rutgers University.
(2023-12-14). Watsonville Community Hospital nurses ratify new contract. indybay.org Nurses win strong measures to improve retention of experienced nurses, patient safety…
(2023-12-14). Why Are Intellectuals Divorced from Working People? orinocotribune.com By Carlos L. Garrido — Dec 10, 2023 | This article is a transcript of a presentation for The question we are exploring today, concerning the divorce of intellectuals and the working class, is fundamental for assessing the crisis we face in the subjective conditions for revolution. The first…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Justice for Raymond Mattia: Peaceful Protest on Tohono O'odham Nation. indybay.org Route 86 and Spencer Drive | Sells, Arizona…
(2023-12-14). Activists Tell Costco: Lobster Products Pose Risk to Endangered Whales. indybay.org SAN FRANCISCO, December 13, 2023 — Several activists dressed as lobsters delivered a petition with more than 20,000 signatures to the management at a Costco store today. The petition urges the company to stop selling lobster products not certified as sustainable.
(2023-12-14). Senate Passes Massive $886 Billion National Defense Authorization Act. news.antiwar.com On Wednesday, the Senate passed the mammoth $886 billion 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which funds the Pentagon and military spending in other government agencies. The bill passed in a vote of 87-13, with six Democrats, six Republicans, and one Independent voting against it. This NDAA now heads to the House, where it's expected …
(2023-12-14). US Has No Plans to Restrict Military Aid to Israel Despite Biden Calling Gaza Bombing 'Indiscriminate'. news.antiwar.com The US has no plans to restrict military aid to Israel or draw any red lines on Israel's use of US-provided munitions despite President Biden labeling Israel's bombing of Gaza "indiscriminate" and the massive civilian death toll, US officials told CNN. One official said the US does not consider the death of civilians a violation …
(2023-12-14). Saturday 12/16: MLK-informed land allocation in the time of Ukraine, Palestine, and the Tenderloin: a tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2023-12-14). Dealing with Patent Monopolies and High Prices. counterpunch.org 
Government-granted patent monopolies have become pretty much sacred in the United States. In fact, when high drug prices become a political issue, most discussion, including from progressives, turns reality on its head. The standard story is that the market creates high drug prices, the issue is whether the government should intervene through some type of
(2023-12-14). NDN Collective's Second Week At COP28 In Dubai. popularresistance.org For three weeks, members of NDN Collective's Policy and Advocacy, Regional Deep Dive program, NDN Fund, Communications, Tactical Media, and Creative Resistance Teams, have been on the ground in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Our second week of being on the ground began with the official opening of the United Nations 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) and opening of the International Indigenous Peoples' Pavilion. It was also filled with panels and discussions with panels, side events, participating in actions to uplift the Indigenous caucus' priorities, and tracking negotiations and meeting with government offic…
(2023-12-14). China overtakes U.S. in coffee outlets: report. ecns.cn China has overtaken the U.S. as the largest branded coffee shop market in the world by outlets, according to a report by World Coffee Portal released on Tuesday.
(2023-12-14). Expansion of resources for non-SOEs high on agenda. ecns.cn China has strengthened financial support measures to promote the robust growth of the private economy, with expanding financing channels for private enterprises high on its work agenda.
(2023-12-14). Vaccine manufacturers step up production to prevent infections. ecns.cn As influenza viruses spread, vaccine makers in China are speeding up efforts to guarantee supply, in order to safeguard citizens during the ongoing flu outbreak.
(2023-12-14). Tesla to recall 2m electric vehicles over Autopilot feature. ecns.cn Tesla is recalling more than 2 million electric vehicles in the United States to update its Autopilot driver-assistance software after a federal safety regulator cited safety concerns.
(2023-12-14). Boosting consumption high on 2024 agenda. ecns.cn China is likely to take more steps to revive consumer demand and boost spending appetites next year as it seeks to inject strong impetus into a consumption-led recovery amid pressure from subdued demand and property sector weakness.
(2023-12-14). Event mourns victims of Nanjing Massacre. ecns.cn Nanjing, Jiangsu province, was the focal point of a national ceremony commemorating the 300,000 victims of the Nanjing Massacre on Wednesday, the 86th anniversary of the start of the murderous rampage by invading Japanese troops in 1937.
(2023-12-14). Beijing, Hebei province brace for forecast snow. ecns.cn Despite Beijing's meteorological observatory upgrading its blizzard warning level to orange — the second-highest — on Tuesday night, severe snow and high winds failed to arrive in the capital on Wednesday.
(2023-12-14). Mainland-made planes showcased in Hong Kong. ecns.cn The two planes are being displayed at the HKIA.
(2023-12-14). Beijing reiterates position on South China Sea. ecns.cn China defended its recent maritime law enforcement activities in waters near Ren'ai Reef and Huangyan Island on Wednesday, and decried the United States' endorsement of the Philippines' maritime provocation.
(2023-12-14). Kishida to overhaul scandal-hit cabinet. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday he plans to announce cabinet changes on Thursday amid mounting pressure triggered by political fundraising scandals and expressed his intention to lead the efforts for recovery of trust.
(2023-12-14). Historic deal struck on fossil fuels at COP28. ecns.cn Despite going a day over its official end time of midday on Tuesday, the United Nations climate summit ended with a "Global Stocktake "agreement unanimously approved by 198 nations, marking a historic moment.
(2023-12-14). Record-breaking cold sweeps North China. ecns.cn A cold wave, the strongest so far this winter, is sweeping across large parts of China, with northern regions experiencing record-breaking cold temperatures.
(2023-12-14). World Bank, ADB project China GDP growth of 5.2% in 2023. ecns.cn The World Bank has predicted China's economy will have grown 5.2 percent in 2023, with momentum expected to stabilize in the near term, propelled by a gradual recovery of consumer sentiment and policy stimulus.
(2023-12-14). Concerted efforts key to tackling haze issue in region. ecns.cn Haze has become a serious environmental problem in Southeast Asia as it not only brings a negative impact on human health but also affects economies in the region.
(2023-12-14). COP28 UN conference provides clear vision for a green future. ecns.cn Nearly 200 nations at COP28 United Nations climate change conference approved a roadmap for "the transition away from fossil fuels in energy systems".
(2023-12-14). Beijing police detain man responsible for leaking personal medical records. ecns.cn A man has been placed under administrative detention by Beijing police for leaking a patient's personal medical records, the public security department of Shunyi district said on Thursday.
(2023-12-14). Realty foresees glad tidings next year. ecns.cn Real estate experts anticipate 2024 to be a pivotal year with fresh measures expected to resolve industry risks, reshape realty development framework and facilitate stable economic development.
(2023-12-14). Steps to lift trade will spur exports. ecns.cn China's latest measures to boost foreign trade, coupled with the sector's strong growth in the fourth quarter, will secure the country's exports and jobs in 2024, said analysts and business leaders on Wednesday.
(2023-12-14). State Council approves development plan for Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone. ecns.cn China's State Council on Tuesday approved the development plan for the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, South China's Guangdong Province, further accelerating the integration of the Macao Special Administrative Region and Guangdong Province.
(2023-12-14). China opposes UK foreign secretary's meeting with Jimmy Lai's son. ecns.cn China expressed strong opposition on Wednesday to the latest meeting between UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and the son of notorious media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who is also considered as "modern-day traitor" for his acts and deeds in instigating violent riots in Hong Kong back in 2019.
(2023-12-14). China, U.S. work together for successful COP28: Xie Zhenhua. ecns.cn The Chinese and American teams have worked together to support the success of COP28, which was also one of the goals of the previous joint climate statement between the two countries.
(2023-12-14). Chinese researchers develop novel dry-powder inhaled vaccine technology. ecns.cn Researchers have proposed a new "nano-micro composite" delivery concept for vaccines and developed a single-dose, dry-powder, inhalable vaccine platform.
(2023-12-14). Foodborne disease outbreaks down by 11% since 2021. ecns.cn China's food safety governance has made positive progress with a decrease of 11 percent in the number of foodborne disease outbreaks and a 33.9 percent reduction in the number of related deaths since the beginning of the period covered by the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025).
(2023-12-14). Beijing braces for snowfall. ecns.cn The second snow hit Beijing on Wednesday, turning the city all white overnight.
(2023-12-14). Two home grown aircraft make debuts in Hong Kong. ecns.cn A welcoming ceremony for the two aircraft, which will be displayed until Sunday, was held on Wednesday.
(2023-12-14). Wildfires Have Erased Two Decades' Worth of Air Quality Gains in U.S., Study Finds. pressenza.com In recent years, many people have learned first-hand how destructive wildfires can be. Even if they weren't forced to evacuate their homes, millions in Canada and the United States have had to breathe acrid air polluted with wildfire smoke. By Cristen Hemingway Jaynes A new study has…
(2023-12-14). How police have undermined the promise of body cameras. nationofchange.org Hundreds of millions in taxpayer dollars have been spent on what was sold as a revolution in transparency and accountability.
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Crash Congressman Jimmy Panetta's Fundraiser to Demand a Ceasefire Now! indybay.org
(2023-12-14). In a tight corner. electronicintifada.net An extended family of 28 people are squeezed into a small space within a Gaza school.
(2023-12-14). "Financial confidence": the semantic field of seduction and repression. pressenza.com A communicational and decolonial analysis of Javier Milei's first speech as president | Javier Milei repeated the phrase "the adjustment is inevitable" four times in his first speech as president. He also quoted Roca, Sarmiento and Benegas Lynch (h). He invoked God and "the forces of heaven". He recalled the times of the Expeditionary Campaign to the Desert as the most productive in the country's history. He treated the pre-existing peoples as "barbarians" and indicated that a programme of shock is more efficient than one of gradualism. On the other hand, on a symbolic level, Milei greeted Mauricio Macri during t…
(2023-12-14). Free Palestine Chants for Senator Alex Padilla. indybay.org these are activist chants directed at Senator Alex Padilla – urging him to call for a Ceasefire in Gaza…
(2023-12-14). Free Palestine Chants for Lockheed Martin. indybay.org Free Palestine chants directed at Lockheed Martin…
(2023-12-14). The United States Is Losing Allies On Gaza. popularresistance.org The United States is facing growing domestic and international opposition to its support for the ongoing genocide in Gaza. | Defying the U.S. and Israel, the U.N. General Assembly voted on Tuesday, 153 nations in favor with 10 against, and 23 abstentions for an immediate end to the killing. | Most significantly, the vote on Tuesday showed a slew of U.S. allies abandoning Washington on Gaza. | It is the second time in the past six weeks that the Assembly voted for a permanent ceasefire. On Oct. 27, the vote was 120 in favor, 14 against and 45 abstentions. | After witnessing six more weeks of genocide, 33 more nati…
(2023-12-14). Rescuing Realpolitik From Henry Kissinger. counterpunch.org 
Henry Kissinger wrote his doctoral dissertation about Europe's "long peace" after the defeat of Napoleon, focusing on how conservative statesmen negotiated the Concert of Europe through a mixture of diplomacy and military power. Kissinger was enamored of this approach to achieving an "equilibrium of forces." The lesson he absorbed, and later applied as a presidential
(2023-12-14). COP28: Navigating petrostate politics and the quest for climate action. nationofchange.org The path forward demands a concerted global effort, alternative strategies, and a commitment to transformative action.
(2023-12-14). Redefining alliance: Sanders urges Biden to reconsider Israel aid amid Gaza crisis. nationofchange.org This move by Sanders comes amidst a period of heightened tension and a reassessment of the U.S.-Israel relationship.
(2023-12-14). Chile: A left-wing government… pressenza.com When the left takes over the government, thanks to an electoral and democratic process, its rulers hasten to achieve their reforms before the forces of reaction manage to destabilise it and return to power. This has happened several times in our troubled regional history and the best-remembered case is that of the assassination of Salvador Allende. | Progressive leaders obviously will be willing to satisfy social demands such as, for example, improving workers' wages, resolving the high housing and health deficits, strengthening public education, and as promised, improving pensions for retirees. | To do this, sta…
(2023-12-14). Enslaved By Nonprofits: How NGOs Colonize Developing Countries. popularresistance.org November 21 marked the 28th anniversary of the signing of the US-brokered Dayton Agreement, which brought an end to the proxy war in Bosnia after three years and eight months. It is an event few celebrate — although there was much cheering in Sarajevo two days later when Stuart Seldowitz, the man who led negotiations on Washington's side, was arrested for subjecting Muslim Americans to vile verbal abuse. | The war in Bosnia — encouraged, financed, armed, and prolonged at every step by the U.S. — tore apart a previously harmonious, inclusive and prosperous republic of Socialist Yugoslavia. In all…
(2023-12-14). SEIU1021 SF General Hospital Workers & Healthcare Workers for Palestine Rally at Hospital. indybay.org San Francisco SEIU 1021 General Hospital workers rallied to prepare for their contract expiration and the growing attacks by Mayor London Breed who is cutting healthcare funds while wanting to increase the police budget by $300 million. They were joined by a contingent to Healthcare Workers For Palestine who called for more money for healthcare and not war.
(2023-12-14). Why Is U.S. Intelligence Lying About the War in Ukraine? sonar21.com 
(2023-12-14). Getting Serious About Halting Israeli Genocide. counterpunch.org 
On Friday, December 8, the UN Security Council met under Article 99 for only the fourth time in the UN's history. Article 99 is an emergency provision that allows the Secretary General to summon the Council to respond to a crisis that "threatens the maintenance of international peace and security." The previous occasions were the
(2023-12-14). Getting serious about halting Israeli genocide. nationofchange.org The real disconnect at the root of this crisis is the one between the isolated looking-glass world of U.S. and Israeli politics and the real world that is crying out for a ceasefire and justice for Palestinians.
(2023-12-14). Power, Protest, and All That's News. counterpunch.org 
What a world! For eight weeks now, events in Israel and Gaza have been the story of the hour, day, week. And what exactly are we to make of that? Let's start with the obvious: American media coverage of the horrors there has been nonstop since the Hamas slaughter of October 7th. In fact, it's knocked
(2023-12-14). Israeli sniper kills "everyone who moves" in Gaza hospital. electronicintifada.net Physicians say situation is "unbearable" as health system collapses.
(2023-12-14). Conformist Media Outlets Hide Realities of Power. Noam Chomsky Has Exposed Them. indybay.org
(2023-12-14). Gaza And Confronting Power. popularresistance.org The events of the past seven days are sobering no matter where you look. The Israelis' daily attacks in southern Gaza, after telling Gazans in the north to seek refuge there, strips bare the apartheid state's intent to ethnic-cleanse the Gaza Strip and scatter to the winds those of its people who survive. | Is there some word other than "genocide" we should use to name this horror, this stain upon the consciences of everyone who does not raise a voice against it? | It is also clear as of last week that the Biden regime's amoral support for the Israelis' bloodlust in Gaza is destabilizing America and hastening the…
(2023-12-14). Latin America and the Caribbean stand with Palestine: Israel viewed as a US proxy. pressenza.com The countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, with a few notable exceptions, have been critical of Israel's ongoing
(2023-12-14). Rallies held to condemn US veto of UN ceasefire resolution on Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian rallies continue across the world to demand an end to Israel's brutal aggression against the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-14). Thousands attend pro-Palestinian protest in London. presstv.ir The weekly Saturday protests in support of Palestinians return to the streets of London.
(2023-12-14). Thousands march in Paris to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Thousands gathered in Paris to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and show their support for the Palestinian people.
(2023-12-14). Australia plans to halve migrant intake, tighten student visa rules. presstv.ir Australia says it will tighten visa rules for international students and low-skilled workers.
(2023-12-14). Palestinians go on strike in solidarity with Gaza. presstv.ir Public agencies, schools, banks and shops shut in the West Bank to demand Gaza ceasefire.
(2023-12-14). US police arrest activists calling for Gaza ceasefire in Senate building. presstv.ir A group of activists holds a protest in a US Senate office building, calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Migrants, refugees protest in Paris against controversial immigration bill. presstv.ir Hundreds of migrants and refugees took to the streets of Paris on Monday to voice their opposition to a proposed immigration bill…
(2023-12-14). Pro-Palestinians protest the Times, Starbucks, Citigroup over stance on Gaza. presstv.ir Dozens of Pro-Palestinians gathered on Tuesday outside the New York Times.
(2023-12-14). Iran, Saudi Arabia call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, delivery of aid. presstv.ir Iran and Saudi Arabia underline the need for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the besieged territory.
(2023-12-14). Hamas welcomes UN General Assembly vote for immediate Gaza truce. presstv.ir Hamas welcomes a UN General Assembly resolution calling for mounted international pressure on Israel to stop its aggression on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-14). Iran FM says US to blame for influx of refugees to West Asia, Europe. presstv.ir Iran's FM has blamed America's irresponsible actions and its coercive economic measures for the recent influx of refugees to West Asia and also Europe and elsewhere.
(2023-12-14). Iran FM: Israel cannot continue Gaza onslaught without US support. presstv.ir Iran's FM says the Israeli regime can't continue the aggression on the Gaza Strip even for an hour without the United States' full support.
(2023-12-14). Displaced Gazans in tents at Al-Aqsa hospital after heavy rainfall. presstv.ir Displaced Palestinians live in tents at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.
(2023-12-14). Yemeni strikes on Israel-bound ships a message to West to stop Gaza carnage: Hamas. presstv.ir A senior Hamas member says Yemeni retaliatory strikes against ships heading to the Israeli-occupied territories send the message that the West must either stop the Gaza genocide or expect the crisis to expand across the region.
(2023-12-14). Gaza's brave battle against Israel nearing a bright end: Hamas leader. presstv.ir The leader of Hamas resistance movement says the Palestinian's brave battle with the Israeli regime is approaching a bright end thanks to the heroic resistance of fighters and the nation.
(2023-12-14). Iran FM warns about Israeli war crimes' aftermath. presstv.ir Iran says the region and the world are going to be grappling with the aftermath of the Israeli regime's war crimes across the Palestinian territories for years.
(2023-12-14). Aftermath of floods in southern Bolivia. presstv.ir People in the southern Bolivian town of Cotagaita inspect the damage from a flood.
(2023-12-14). Hamas to Press TV: 'We're ready for long war'. presstv.ir Senior Hamas' official reaffirms the movement's determination to continue standing up to the Israeli war against Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Only peace in Gaza can ease Red Sea tensions: Yemeni official. presstv.ir A Yemeni government official says the only way for calm to prevail in the Red Sea is a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Iran downplays as 'foolish' US plans to set up naval task force in Red Sea. presstv.ir Iran's defense chief says outsiders will not be allowed to maneuver in the region.
(2023-12-14). Biden admin. staffers call for Gaza ceasefire at vigil outside White House. presstv.ir Biden administration staffers and political appointees have held a vigil in front of the White House, calling for a permanent ceasefire to end the Israeli regime's months-long devastating war on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-14). Zelensky's aides warn him not to share classified military info with Biden: Report. presstv.ir Top advisors of the Ukrainian president have warned him against sharing classified military information with Biden, fearing leaks, a report says.
(2023-12-14). At least 288 killed in Israeli attacks on UNRWA shelters in Gaza. presstv.ir The UNRWA says at least 288 displaced people in its shelters in Gaza have been killed amid the ongoing Israeli war on the besieged strip.
(2023-12-14). Gaza war will end at once if US cuts off Israel's aid: Ex-CIA analyst. presstv.ir A former CIA analyst says the Israeli aggression against Gaza will end immediately if the US stops the flow of weapons to the occupying entity.
(2023-12-14). The genesis of Hamas. presstv.ir A leaflet issued on December 14, 1987 calling for resistance is considered their first public intervention, though the name Hamas itself was not used until early 1988.
(2023-12-14). 'Let It Be a Tale': On Refaat Alareer and the Martyrdom of the Gaza Intellectual. counterpunch.org 
What is taking place in Gaza is meant for the history books: an epic tale of a small nation under a long, brutal siege for many years, facing one of the greatest military powers in the world. And yet, it refuses to be defeated. Not even the legendary tenacity of Leo Tolstoy's 'War and Peace'
(2023-12-14). 'Let It Be a Tale': On Refaat Alareer and the Martyrdom of the Gaza Intellectual. counterpunch.org What is taking place in Gaza is meant for the history books: an epic tale of a small nation under a long, brutal siege for many years, facing one of the greatest military powers in the world. And yet, it refuses to be defeated. Not even the legendary tenacity of Leo Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' characters can be compared to the heroism of Gazans, living over a tiny stretch of land while subsisting on the precipice of calamity, even long before the Israeli genocide.
(2023-12-14). Sunday 12/17: Book Club Discussion on Ten Myths About Israel at Revolution Books. indybay.org Revolution Books, 2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley CA 94704…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Revolutionary Friday: Stop U.S. Funding for Genocide; End the Occupation. indybay.org San Francisco Federal Building | 90 7th Street (Corner of Mission & 7th St.) | San Francisco…
(2023-12-14). Sunday 12/17: Screening of Roadmap to Apartheid & the Struggle Today Against US Funded Israeli Genocide. indybay.org 474 Valencia St.
(2023-12-14). London's spontaneous bus combustion: How is this being allowed to happen? expose-news.com Why are London's buses spontaneously bursting into flames? And why are our politicians not addressing the problem? In the past couple of years, two huge ships carrying thousands of cars have gone …
(2023-12-14). US Navy whistle-blower who exposed spike in pilot heart-related conditions post-vaccination has been placed under investigation. expose-news.com An active-duty officer, Navy Health Administrator and Medical Recruiter in the US Navy Medical Service Corps blew the whistle and revealed data indicating a significant rise in heart-related issues among military pilots …
(2023-12-14). The Consequences of Police in Schools: A North Carolina Case Study. aclu.org At the end of the 2022-2023 school year, when she was 14 years old, a verbal altercation occurred between Amerie and a classmate who was berating her and other classmates. This wasn't the first time that Amerie, a student in North Carolina, faced harassment and bullying from some of her classmates. Her mother, Regina, had repeatedly contacted the school to bring the bullying to their attention, but no interventions took place. | This time, however, the dispute required a teacher to step in, who was later bumped by a student during the intervention. Amerie was taken to the principal's office by a school resourc…
(2023-12-14). Takes One to Know One. counterpunch.org There are a number of blatant ways for terrorist organizations — by which I mean national governments — to justify committing mass murder. Once you start killing, it's hard to stop. But you have to justify what you're doing — a process humanity has been engaged in since the dawn of civilization. We call it
(2023-12-14). Behind bars and beyond burgers: Exposing Alabama's prison labor exploitation. nationofchange.org This lawsuit seeks not only to compensate those who have been exploited, but also to dismantle a system that generates an estimated $450 million annually from this coerced labor.
(2023-12-14). The Method Behind Just Stop Oil's Madness. popularresistance.org Not a lot of people like Just Stop Oil. Its own members would admit to being annoying. Journalists and politicians spend a lot of time denouncing and criminalizing the group's chosen forms of protest. Even those who sympathize with the cause are inclined to criticize the group's brand of civil disobedience as unreasonable or counterproductive. The most common thing I am asked as someone who researches Just Stop Oil, or JSO, is why they disrupt the daily lives of the general public. Wouldn't it make more sense to disrupt the flow of oil directly? Whatever the answer, it is rare that JSO members are given a platfor…
(2023-12-14). Monterey Bay Central Labor Council Calls for Ceasefire in Israel and Palestine. indybay.org On December 6, the Monterey Bay Central Labor Council voted on a statement calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Palestine to local, state, and federal electeds. The Monterey Bay Central Labor Council (MBCLC) is the local body of the AFL-CIO. MBCLC serves as a coalition of the Labor Community in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, with over 80 affiliated unions, representing more than 37,000 union members and their families.
(2023-12-14). Behind Enemy Bars: Palestinian and Israeli Prisoners. orinocotribune.com By Robert Inlakesh — Dec 7, 2023 | The fair treatment of Israeli captives by Hamas has become part of the information war between Palestinians and Tel Aviv. Left unsaid is that there remain thousands of Palestinians in captivity who barely survive their Israeli detention. | The issue of Prisoners of War (POWs) taken captive by Hamas-led Palestinian resistance forces has become one of the key justifications for Israel's military assault on the Gaza Strip. | While western audiences are often presented with the image of these groups as bloodthirsty terrorists, a closer look reveals that Hamas and other factions…
(2023-12-14). Is Big Pharma Over-Selling Depression? counterpunch.org 
If you watch late-night television you've probably seen the ads for a new antidepressant drug called "Rexulti." It's billed as a break-through cure for people who've already been treated for depression but are still experiencing its symptoms. The manufacturer, Otsuka, is heavily promoting Rexulti just as it did its earlier controversial anti-depressant known as "Abilify."
(2023-12-14). Israeli assault on Jenin enters third day, kills ten. electronicintifada.net Israel's lethal raids in West Bank fail to quell resistance.
(2023-12-14). Formalizan investigación de juicio político contra Joe Biden. telesurtv.net La oposición acusa al actual mandatario de tráfico de influencias cuando era vicepresidente de Estados Unidos en el Gobierno de Barack Obama.
(2023-12-14). Líderes confirman asistencia a cumbre entre Venezuela y Guyana. telesurtv.net Estarán presentes varios primeros ministro de la región del Caribe como Roosevelt Skerritel, de Dominica, quien también es presidente de CARICOM,…
(2023-12-14). Unrwa denuncia que Gaza "ya no es un lugar habitable" telesurtv.net El alto comisionado de Unrwa desmintió las acusaciones de Israel de que miembros de Hamás están robando o desviando la ayuda humanitaria.
(2023-12-14). Caravana con 4.200 migrantes alista salida desde sur de México. telesurtv.net Ante la imposibilidad de conseguir papeles para llegar a la frontera con Estados Unidos de forma legal, en menos de 48 horas, se han alistado en la caravana migrantes procedentes de varios países de la región.
(2023-12-14). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A más de dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 18.600 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-14). Inician delegaciones de Venezuela y Guyana diálogo directo en San Vicente. telesurtv.net La reunión fue acordada con la mediación de la Celac y Caricom, así como del presidente brasileño Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva.
(2023-12-14). Policías de Haití y Kenia ultiman detalles de misión de paz. telesurtv.net El titular policial haitiano estuvo en el Cuartel General de Policía en Nairobi como parte de la visita de tres días.
(2023-12-14). Bajan eventos violentos en Colombia en segundo semestre de 2023. telesurtv.net Entre el primero de enero y el 5 de diciembre se reportaron 1.047 eventos violentos contra líderes sociales.
(2023-12-14). Concluyen franjas de propaganda en TV chilena previo a plebiscito. telesurtv.net Concluye el periodo de franja informativa para publicitar el proyecto constitucional y cualquier otra información electoral.
(2023-12-14). Parlamento de Venezuela aprueba Ley de Presupuesto para 2024. telesurtv.net La Asamblea Nacional aprobó en primera discusión el Proyecto de Presupuesto correspondiente al Ejercicio Económico Financiero 2024.
(2023-12-14). Ataque terrorista deja al menos 40 militares muertos en Mali. telesurtv.net Al momento del ataque la mayoría de los residentes pudieron escapar y solo este miércoles tropas de refuerzo del ejército, procedentes de Sokolo, entraron a la aldea desierta.
(2023-12-14). Central obrera rechaza el ajuste fiscal del Gobierno argentino. telesurtv.net "El plan de ajuste fiscal y cambiario anunciado por el Gobierno generará una fuerte aceleración del proceso inflacionario que dinamitará el poder adquisitivo de los salarios de los trabajadores", reza el comunicado.
(2023-12-14). Denuncian cifra de agresiones contra activistas salvadoreños. telesurtv.net Un integrante de la Red Salvadoreña de Defensoras de Derechos Humanos señaló que la tendencia de estas violaciones va en aumento, en especial contra periodistas, comunicadores y otros activistas.
(2023-12-14). Brasil buscará mantener las buenas relaciones con Argentina. telesurtv.net El gobierno de Brasil asegura que pese a las "diferencias ideológicas" que hay entre los mandatarios de ambas naciones, el gigante latinoamericano buscará fortalecer los lazos con su vecino sureño.
(2023-12-14). Han muerto 18,682 palestinos durante el genocidio de Israel. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Salud de Palestina asegura que aún hay fallecidos que no han sido contabilizados porque sus cadáveres están entre los escombros de las viviendas bombardeadas.
(2023-12-14). Congreso de Perú decidirá el viernes la suspensión de la JNJ. telesurtv.net El congreso peruano buscará destituir a los miembros de la Junta Nacional de Justicia por haber suspendido a la Fiscal General de la República Patricia Benavides.
(2023-12-14). Vladímir Putin: Habrá paz cuando logremos los objetivos. telesurtv.net El mandatario ruso aseguró que la desmilitarización de Ucrania es inminente ya que el país vive "de los regalos de Occidente".
(2023-12-14). Instalan mecanismo de verificación del cese al fuego en Colombia. telesurtv.net Dicho mecanismo lo integran el Ministerio de Defensa Nacional y la Oficina del Alto Comisionado para la Paz, junto a los representantes del Estado Mayor Central de las FARC-EP.
(2023-12-14). Asesinado líder del gremio del transporte informal en Colombia. telesurtv.net La Defensoría del Pueblo trasmitió la Alerta Temprana 019/23 dirigida a líderes sociales y defensores de Derechos Humanos.
(2023-12-14). Capitán del Ejército peruano confiesa disparos contra civiles. telesurtv.net El oficial, quien estuvo destacado con su brigada en el perímetro de la terminal aérea, develó los hechos denunciados en un intento de ser eximido de sus responsabilidades.
(2023-12-14). Protesta laboral paraliza servicios en hospital del sur de Haití. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes además exhortaron a las autoridades sanitarias de la nación caribeña a cumplir con sus reivindicaciones antes de que concluya el año 2023.
(2023-12-14). Arrestan a 29 personas en Ecuador asociadas a crimen organizado. telesurtv.net Según la Fiscalía, el caso denominado Metástasis fue iniciado tras el asesinato del narcotraficante Leandro Norero.
(2023-12-14). Diplomática israelí confirma que Israel no quiere dos Estados. telesurtv.net "Quieren tener un Estado desde el río hasta el mar. Lo dicen alto y claro", afirmó la diplomática de Tel Aviv, en referencia a los palestinos, cuyo territorio fue partido por la ONU en 1947.
(2023-12-14). Presidente ruso repasa agenda internacional en "Línea directa" telesurtv.net El mandatario aseguró que las relaciones entre Rusia y China se encuentran en un nivel "sin precedentes".
(2023-12-14). SHOCKING: BBC Unwittingly Exposes COVID Vaccine's Part in Historic Death Spike. expose-news.com The people of the UK should now be in a state of shock. Instead, they have been distracted by non-stop coverage of war in Ukraine, Palestine and Israel. So they will have …
(2023-12-14). Thursday 12/14: Rally At CPUC- CPUC Cruise Shill & Commissioner John Arnold Out! Blood On Their Hands. indybay.org California Public Utility Commission | McAllister & Van Ness St. | San Francisco…
(2023-12-14). Eric King Released from Prison After 9+ Years as Political Prisoner. unicornriot.ninja 
(2023-12-14). Palestine Supporters Rally Outside Biden/Shapiro Fundraiser in Philly. unicornriot.ninja 
(2023-12-14). House Speaker Mike Johnson and the Creationists. counterpunch.org 
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has been the subject of considerable media attention following his elevation to…
(2023-12-14). UAW keeps Allison Transmission workers on the job two weeks after 96 percent contract rejection. wsws.org Well aware of the growing anger among workers over being kept in the dark, local UAW officials have released a series of "bargaining updates" since Monday, while concealing the real content of their discussions with management.
(2023-12-14). Argentina's Milei announces first batch of class war measures dictated by the IMF. wsws.org On Tuesday, Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced the first set of economic shock measures, which are supposed to set a new bar for attacks against living standards of workers everywhere.
(2023-12-14). Union keeps Northern Virginia transit workers on the job without a contract. wsws.org The Amalgamated Transit Union has closed ranks with the transit system management to oppose any movement of the workers within it.
(2023-12-14). 86-year old FedEx worker dies on Thanksgiving at air freight hub in Memphis, Tennessee. wsws.org Verna Mae Jackson was reaching for a loose piece of mail when the tug operator drove off, pinning her beneath a one-ton dolly.
(2023-12-14). Ford reveals production to be cut in half at Rouge Electric Vehicle Center after Stellantis announces 3,600 job cuts. wsws.org Ford says it is halving 2024 production targets for its electric F-150 Lightning light truck built in Dearborn, Michigan.
(2023-12-14). Wall Street celebrates Fed interest rate "pivot" wsws.org Dow closed at a record high, the first in two years, as other indexes climbed.
(2023-12-14). Actor Brian Cox reading Palestinian poet Refaat al-Ar'eer's If I Must Die viewed more than 11 million times. wsws.org As part of the Palestine Festival of Literature, a video recording was posted Tuesday afternoon of the veteran actor reading al-Ar'eer's last work written before he was assassinated by the Israel Defense Forces.
(2023-12-14). "This is a capitalist government that just wants to dismantle the system, then privatize it": Over half- a-million Quebec public sector workers complete sixth day on strike. wsws.org The workers are determined to win inflation-busting wage increases, put an end to punishing working conditions, and secure major reinvestments in public services.
(2023-12-14). Biden admits Israel is carrying out "indiscriminate bombing": A confession of complicity in war crimes. wsws.org On Tuesday, US President Joe Biden made a series of damning admissions regarding the ongoing genocide in Gaza that makes clear the United States is consciously aiding and abetting what it knows to be war crimes by the Israeli government.
(2023-12-14). Australian government postures over ceasefire, but backs Israeli war machine. wsws.org While voting for the UN resolution, Labor signalled its support for an indefinite Israeli onslaught against Gaza, punctuated only by occasional "humanitarian pauses."
(2023-12-14). Militant protest against genocide in Gaza and censorship of war opponents at Ruhr-Università§t Bochum. wsws.org Pouring rain could not stop the loud and passionate protest of around 200 students and workers at Ruhr-Università§t Bochum (RUB) Tuesday afternoon against the genocide in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Republican-controlled House votes for impeachment inquiry into Biden. wsws.org The vote was a transparent effort to boost the presidential election campaign of ex-president Donald Trump, himself twice impeached, using the long-known corruption charges against Hunter Biden, the president's son.
(2023-12-14). Australia Labor government unveils plans to slash disability funding. wsws.org NDIS Minister Bill Shorten outlined measures to block most children from the NDIS, and to use "assessors" to deny access to many adult applicants as well.
(2023-12-14). "Block the Boat" actions used as cover for Australian unions' complicity with genocide. wsws.org The pseudo-left is promoting sporadic protests by workers and young people against Israeli ships to cover over the refusal of the Maritime Union of Australia to call strikes.
(2023-12-14). Year-end job cuts spread across the US. wsws.org Job cuts are sweeping across the US economy as corporations purge their payrolls for the coming year.
(2023-12-14). British writer Benjamin Zephaniah: an appreciation. wsws.org A much loved poet, novelist and musician, Zephaniah remained true to the idealistic and angry concerns of his youth, opposing empire and all forms of oppression.
(2023-12-14). Conformist Media Outlets Hide Realities of Power. Noam Chomsky Exposes Them. counterpunch.org One of the rare times that Noam Chomsky's name has been mentioned on a big national NPR program came two months ago. On "Weekend Edition" in mid-October, a week into Israel's murderous assault on civilians in Gaza, a correspondent reported while visiting a bookstore owned by a Palestinian in Jerusalem: "I'm seeing a lot of
(2023-12-14). COP28 failure means Australia shouldn't wait to phase out fossil fuels. greenleft.org.au 
Expectations were never high for COP28, but as the climate deniers have managed to subvert the summit's goals, Alex Bainbridge argues Australia must set its own climate transition plan.
(2023-12-14). Unilateral Sanity Could Save the World. tomdispatch.com Top American officials in the "national security" establishment are notably good at smooth rhetoric and convenient silences. Their scant regard for truth or human life has changed remarkably little since 1971 when Daniel Ellsberg risked decades in prison to leak the Pentagon Papers to the world. During the years between then and his death six months ago, he was a tireless writer, speaker, and activist. Most people remember him, of course, as the whistleblower who exposed voluminous official lies about the Vietnam War by providing 7,000 top-secret pages of classified documents to the New York Times and other newsp…
(2023-12-14). On Human Rights Day; The US Is The Greatest Violator Of Human Rights. popularresistance.org As the international community celebrates December 10th as International Human Rights Day, it is imperative that the world also affirm that violators of the fundamental human rights of peoples and nations will be held accountable. | From the war in Ukraine to mass incarceration of Black, Latino and Native Peoples in the U.S. to Obama's ongoing war in Yemen to murderous economic sanctions, coups, assassinations, war and abandonment of Afghanistan, international arms sales, commodification of COVID vaccines, illegal military occupations in Syria and Iraq, the pending invasion of Haiti and the resource wars in the D…
(2023-12-14). Israeli Knesset Member: Bernie Sanders Ignored Both of My Appeals for Ceasefire. truthout.org "In less than two months, Israel has killed more civilians than Russia killed in Ukraine in two years," Israeli parliament member Ofer Cassif told me recently, expressing horror at Israel's ongoing onslaught against the Palestinians civilians trapped under Israel's relentless attacks in Gaza. The Israeli government's response to the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas "has nothing to do with the… |
(2023-12-14). Don't Dismiss Marx. His Critique of Colonialism Is More Relevant Than Ever. truthout.org During the last couple of decades, we have been witnessing a resurgence of interest in the thought and work of Karl Marx, author of major philosophical, historical, political and economic works — and of course, of The Communist Manifesto, which is perhaps the most popular political manifesto in the history of the world. This resurgence is largely due to the devastating consequences of… |
(2023-12-14). Biden, a Bought-and-paid-for Israeli Puppet Declares: "I am a Zionist." globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Video: California Nurse Exposes Deadly COVID-19 Hospital Protocols, and Flood of COVID-19 Vaccine Injuries. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Dec 14, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ Hymn to the Fallen — Musikkapelle Toblach Evil is now the official foreign policy of the Western world, by Paul Craig Roberts Israel Starts Pumping Seawater Into Gaza Tunnels, After Russia Warned Against 'War Crime,' by Tyler Durden From Kishinev to Gaza, by Yakov M. Rabkin Israel's Litani Ultimatum — Russian Reaction Is That It's A Bluff, by John Helmer Day 68: UN says Israel destroyed nearly quarter of Gaza's buildings Forcible Transfer of Gazans Is a Crime Against Humanity, by Marjorie Cohn Finkelstein vs Dershowitz On Israel-Palestine War With Piers Morgan | The Full Debat…
(2023-12-14). Labor votes down Lidia Thorpe's bill to uphold First Nation's rights in law. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-14). Labor's new AUKUS bill declares Osborne in SA, Stirling in WA as nuclear zones. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-14). Labor's new punitive refugee laws criticised. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Mainstream media's Israel bias comes under pressure. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). NDIS Review: Is Labor adopting the Coalition's cuts? greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-14). Residents want council to support Palestine. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). 'Shared values' exposed as a naked lie. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Supreme Court overturns aspects of NSW's anti-protest laws. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Tamil refugees hope to ask Richard Marles for permanent visas. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Two charts show we are way off track for net zero by 2050. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-14). WestCONnex delivers traffic chaos and resident outrage as Rozelle Interchange opens. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-14). The Unvaccinated Were Scapegoated for Failure of COVID Vaccines, Study Finds. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). A Wall and a Watchtower: Why Is Israel Failing? Ilan Pappe. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Biden Staffers Hold Historic Vigil Outside White House Calling for Ceasefire. truthout.org Dozens of Biden administration staffers held a vigil outside the White House late Wednesday calling for a lasting cease-fire in Gaza as the Palestinian territory's healthcare system collapsed and the U.S.-armed Israeli military bombed the entirety of the besieged strip. The staffers donned masks and sunglasses to conceal their identities, likely out of fear of retaliation from an administration… |
(2023-12-14). Senate Passes $886 Billion Military Bill That Extends Mass Spying Authorization. truthout.org In an overwhelming bipartisan vote, the U.S. Senate on Wednesday passed a sprawling $886 billion military policy bill that includes an extension of surveillance authority that the government has used — and heavily abused — to access the communications of activists, journalists, lawmakers, and others without a warrant. The four-month extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance… |
(2023-12-14). Final COP28 deal riddled with 'cavernous loopholes' for fossil fuel industry. greenleft.org.au 
The COP28 climate summit in Dubai ended with an agreement that, for the first time, explicitly endorsed a move away from fossil fuels, but is so full of loopholes that the fossil fuel industry will be allowed to persist and thrive, reports Jake Johnson.
(2023-12-14). Israel's genocidal war on Gaza is an ecological disaster. greenleft.org.au 
As international solidarity with Palestinian people predicated on human rights continues to develop, it is intersecting with growing outrage over the environmental cost of war, writes Jordan AK.
(2023-12-14). Getting Serious About Halting Israeli Genocide. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 68: Israel Announces Death Of 10 Soldiers. popularresistance.org Israeli troops arrest dozens of Palestinian medical staff at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia. UNGA adopts ceasefire resolution. Israeli forces storm Jenin, killing 7. Netanyahu rejects prospect of PA rule in Gaza after war. Yemen fires on tanker.
(2023-12-14). UNGA Discusses Gaza Ceasefire After US Veto In Security Council. popularresistance.org The United Nation General Assembly is meeting on Tuesday, December 12 in an emergency session to discuss the Israeli war in Gaza. This is after Egypt and Mauritania jointly invoked the rarely-used resolution 377 A (V) on Monday. | The move follows the failure of the UN Security Council last week to adopt a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza due to a US veto. | The Uniting for Peace resolution was invoked by Egypt as the chair of the Arab group in the UN and Mauritania as the chair of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. | The resolution was first adopted by the General Assembly in November 1950 during…
(2023-12-14). Video: The Pfizer "Killer Vaccine": "Money vs. Mortality". Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Coordinated Actions by Peace Activists Across Canada Disrupt Israeli Cargo Shipping Company Zim. worldbeyondwar.org 
By World BEYOND War, December 14, 2023On Monday December 11, Zim, Israel's largest cargo shipping company, was disrupted across the country of Canada. Zim offices in Montreal and Toronto were taken over by peace activists and workers in the morning, and Vancouver offices were taken over in the afternoon. A banner was also dropped in downtown Toronto over the CN rail tracks used to transport Zim containers in the morning, while a blockade of CN rails in London, Ontario, took place in the evening. These actions are responding to calls from Palestinian trade unionists to disrupt the global transport of Israeli w…
(2023-12-14). Israeli Regime Turns To Western Mercenary Groups To Back Genocide. popularresistance.org Apart from the lavish military aid offered by the United States and Europe, the Israeli military is turning to Western mercenary groups in its genocidal war against the Gaza Strip. | In a recent interview with Spanish newspaper El Mundo, Pedro Diaz Flores, a notorious Spanish mercenary, revealed that the Israeli regime is recruiting Private Military Companies (PMCs) to achieve its interests in the besieged territory. | He revealed that "many" mercenary groups have joined Israel's army, which pays them "very well." | "So I came for the economy, for money. They pay very well, they offer good equipment and the work…
(2023-12-14). Assam govt converts 1281 Madrasas into general schools. muslimmirror.com The Assam government has renamed at least 1281 Madrasas across 31 districts in the state and turned them into general schools, officials said on Thursday. Taking to his X handle, state education minister Ranoj Pegu shared the information. He wrote, "Consequent to conversion of all Govt and Provincialised Madrasas into general schools under Board of …
(2023-12-14). Shahi Idgah row: HC likely to pass order on appointment of advocate commissioner. muslimmirror.com Prayagraj : The Allahabad High Court is likely to deliver on Thursday its order on an application seeking appointment of a court-monitored advocate commissioner to survey the Shahi Idgah premises adjoining the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. On November 16, Justice Mayank Kumar Jain had reserved the order on the application after hearing the …
(2023-12-14). Who Does Not Support Humanitarian Ceasefire in the Genocide on Gaza? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Biden sacrificará a migrantes para financiar las guerras y el genocidio. globalizacion.ca El presidente estadounidense Joe Biden está dispuesto a aceptar medidas antimigrantes extremas exigidas por los republicanos a cambio de obtener su apoyo para la asistencia militar que el mandatario ha solicitado 100 mil millones de dólares para financiar la guerra…
(2023-12-14). Qué se juega el domingo en Chile. globalizacion.ca Desde inicios de diciembre está prohibida la difusión de encuestas sobre el plebiscito de este domingo 17. Al corte, todos los sondeos, de las más variadas metodologías, han marcado una tendencia al voto en contra en proporciones muy altas sobre…
(2023-12-14). El conflicto en Nagorno Karabaj y los intereses en juego. globalizacion.ca En mayo del 2023, se han reanudado los combates entre Armenia y Azerbaiyán por el control de la región de Nagorno-Karabaj, de mayoría armenia, sin embargo, en unos días el enfrentamiento militar se ha extendido mucho más allá de la…
(2023-12-14). La difícil marcha de abismo en abismo y de cumbre en cumbre de la humanidad. globalizacion.ca Las cumbres que hoy enfrenta la humanidad como una representación colectiva de Sísifo. Estamos concluyendo un viejo año 2023 y asoma ya en el horizonte cercano uno nuevo. El dilema es si será de atisbos esperanzadores para los distintos pueblos…
(2023-12-14). La Cumbre del Clima alarga su prórroga por la disputa sobre el fin del petróleo, el carbón y gas. globalizacion.ca La COP28 desborda el calendario previsto con posturas alejadas entre los países petroleros y los estados que quieren un mensaje sólido sobre el final de los combustibles fósiles. | La Cumbre del Clima de Dubái se ha ido a la prórroga….
(2023-12-14). Dictadura minera en tiempos de democracia electoral. globalizacion.ca Allanamientos ilegales, detenciones arbitrarias, Poder Judicial adicto al sector económico y político, vulneración de derechos humanos. Son algunas de las acciones que padecen los pueblos donde se instalan las empresas de megaminería. En el Día de los DD.HH, y a…
(2023-12-15). Flirting With Nuclear Energy Down Under. dissidentvoice.org It was a policy that was bound to send a shiver through the policymaking community. The issue of nuclear energy in Australia has always been a contentious one. Currently, the country hosts a modest nuclear industry, centred on the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), nuclear medicine and laboratory products. But even this has …
(2023-12-15). CNN Goes To Gaza. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Watching the sloppy propagandistic spin of the western press reminds me of how grateful I am for all the real journalists in Gaza who've been doing the heavy lifting, even while their lives are in serious danger.
(2023-12-15). Scandinavian unions say Musk 'can't just make his own rules'. workers.org 
Swedish auto mechanics have been on strike against Tesla since Oct. 27 to win a collective bargaining agreement. The auto company, which does not have any plants in Sweden, has several repair shops. IF Metall, the union that represents the workers, has been trying for years to get Tesla to . . . |
(2023-12-15). Day 69 roundtable: Is Israel losing the war? electronicintifada.net Israeli military attempts to craft an image of victory as it hides casualty figures.
(2023-12-14). Stop the torture! Free Dr. Aafia Siddiqui! workers.org 
The report below is excerpted from Pakistan Aaj TV, followed by excerpts from The News. Incarcerated Pakistani neuroscientist Aafia Siddiqui met with her sister Dr. Fowzia for the second time in two years at a prison hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, on Monday. In one of her earlier videos, Dr. . . . |
(2023-12-14). Attacks on journalism and media are dangerous to us all. workers.org 
Relatives and colleagues of two Palestinian journalists, killed in an Israeli strike, mourn over the bodies of Hasouna Slim and Sari Mansoor during their funeral in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, Nov. 19, 2023. By Aja Arnold, Victoria Bouloubasis, Rebecca Chowdhury, Rae Garringer, Charmaine Lang, Nour Saudi, Tina Vasquez and Lewis Raven . . . |
(2023-12-14). Palestine Solidarity Austria defends member group from gov't attack. workers.org 
Palestine Solidarity Austria defends member group from gov't attack We received this statement from Palestine Solidarity Austria. To understand the importance of the current developments, one should be aware that Austria, a country of 9 million residents of whom 17% are non-citizens, had been neutral regarding military pacts since the . . . |
(2023-12-14). Spotting a Media Psyop. dissidentvoice.org 
(2023-12-14). Israel destroys a beloved Gaza cultural center. electronicintifada.net The Rashad al-Shawa Cultural Center was home to a theater, library and event space.
(2023-12-14). Venezuela's 2024 Budget Prioritizes Social Investment. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez presented the nation's budget for the year 2024 to the National Assembly earlier today. The budget earmarks 77% for social investment. | The budget totaled 729 billion bolívars (USD 20.5 billion). The vice president explained that ordinary income represents 38.8% of the budget, extraordinary income represents 47.8%, and represents debt 13.4%. It is estimated that assets will be allocated to development projects of the Homeland Plan (Plan de la Patria). | She said that, for the first time, the defense of Guayana Esequiba was included in the nation's budget, in compliance w…
(2023-12-14). Trump Is Leading Joe Biden In Key Battleground States: Georgia And Michigan. moguldom.com Former President Donald Trump is gaining momentum in crucial battleground states, raising concerns for President Joe Biden's re-election prospects. Recent CNN polls conducted by SSRS reveal that Trump has the upper hand in two pivotal states: Michigan and Georgia. These findings come as broad majorities in both states express negative views of President Biden's job …
(2023-12-14). NYT amplifies outrage over imaginary calls for genocide. mronline.org 
University presidents are under fire from politicians and the media over what is being framed as their waffling over allowing antisemitic speech on their campuses.
(2023-12-14). Statewide Pennsylvania protest for Palestine. workers.org 
WW Photo: Joe Piette Hundreds of activists braved heavy rains to rally and march in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, for Pennsylvania's first statewide action in solidarity with Palestine. Demonstrators, coming from multiple cities around the state, gathered outside the Pennsylvania Capitol where they placed over 300 infant-size, mock body bags, produced by . . . |
(2023-12-14). White supremacist, antisemitic Congress targets colleges over Palestine. workers.org 
Rally for Palestine at UPenn campus, Oct. 16, 2023. In response to the U.S. Congressional Committee hearing, "Holding Campus Leaders Accountable and Confronting Anti Semitism," held Dec. 5, seven campus organizations issued a joint statement on Instagram Dec. 10. The groups, representing students at Harvard, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology . . . |
(2023-12-14). Israel is not fighting against Hamas but against civilians. btselem.org Implementing a criminal policy of bombings.
(2023-12-14). Joe Manchin and the Legal Corruption That Threatens Our Planet. ips-dc.org Sen. For climate advocates especially, Manchin…
(2023-12-14). Peace activists slapped with the foreign agent charge, again. cpusa.org 
Tom Fitzgerald of Fox 5 News and Jeffrey James, a retired secret service agent, recently
(2023-12-14). Why Are Intellectuals Divorced from Working People? dissidentvoice.org 
This article is a transcript of a presentation for a panel on the subject, hosted by the International Manifesto Group, the Critical Theory Workshop, and the Midwestern Marx Institute, with other presentations from Gabriel Rockhill, Radhika Desai, Glenn Diesen, and Noah Khrachvik. The question we are exploring today, concerning the divorce of intellectuals and the …
(2023-12-14). The Leftist Case for Collecting. progressive.org Collecting, as a practice of love and admiration, is the antithesis to over-consumption. Through collecting, progressives can cherish, dwell on, and live with the physical manifestations of our humanity.
(2023-12-14). How Can We Actually Improve Human Rights in North Korea? fpif.org Instead of increasing pressure and sanctions, the Biden administration is more likely to improve the daily lives of North Koreans by creating a state of peace.
(2023-12-14). Tuesday 12/12: Candlelight Vigil for Berkeley Ceasefire Resolution. indybay.org 1231 Addison Way, Berkeley, just outside City Council mtg room and on the sidewalk on Addison…
(2023-12-14). Nate Cohn Says People Don't Like Biden Because It's Harder to Do Things Today. cepr.net There is a clear disconnect between how people rate the economy (the general economy, not their own economic condition — which most say is good) and standard measures of economic performance. This disconnect has led to a "vibes" vs economic reality debate, with one side arguing that negative news coverage and social media have led …
(2023-12-14). Ukraine War: Mainstream Media Narrative Doubles Down on "Russia Losing" Fantasies. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Xi pays tribute to late leader Ho Chi Minh. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, visited the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, on Wednesday to lay a wreath and pay his respects.
(2023-12-13). Managing differences amid collaboration stressed. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has called on China and Vietnam to advance pragmatic cooperation and effectively manage their problems and differences.
(2023-12-13). China, Vietnam agree to boost partnership. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping underlined the need for both China and Vietnam to work together to oppose any attempt that undermines the peace and stability of the Asia-Pacific region, during his meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh in Hanoi on Wednesday.
(2023-12-13). Public-private partnerships encouraged. ecns.cn China has issued a guideline that includes a raft of policies that would make it easier for public and private sector entities to form partnerships as part of the country's efforts to fine-tune the cooperation mechanism between government funding and social capital.
(2023-12-13). Presidents vow to advance solidarity, cooperation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping emphasized on Wednesday the need for China and Vietnam to deepen win-win cooperation and make the pie of common interests even bigger, as they forge ahead with the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
(2023-12-13). Xi: Carry forward China-Vietnam friendship. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping reiterated on Wednesday China's commitment to peaceful development and its policy of friendship and partnership with neighboring countries, and said that the nation is willing to share the more benefits of Chinese modernization with neighboring countries.
(2023-12-13). Not even snow will stop Professor Ge from his passion. ecns.cn After the snowfall in Beijing on Monday, a netizen captured a touching scene on the campus of the University of Science and Technology Beijing: Professor Ge Changchun, 89, braving the cold to ride to the laboratory, reported Beijing Daily.
(2023-12-13). COP28 concludes with deal to transition away from fossil fuels. ecns.cn Countries finally agreed, for the first time, to transition away from fossil fuels in Dubai on Wednesday to avert the worst effects of climate change after clashing over whether to include the wording "phase out of fossil fuels" in previous drafts.
(2023-12-13). China opposes UK foreign secretary's meeting with Jimmy Lai's son. ecns.cn China expressed strong opposition on Wednesday to the latest meeting between UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and the son of notorious media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who is also considered as "modern-day traitor" for his acts and deeds in instigating violent riots in Hong Kong back in 2019.
(2023-12-13). China releases first AI large language model for ancient book research. ecns.cn A college research team from East China's Jiangsu Province has recently released China's first large language model (LLM), a type of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm that uses deep learning techniques and massively big data sets to help conduct research on Chinese ancient books.
(2023-12-14). Large gold deposit discovered in Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn A large-scale gold deposit whose value is estimated at 17 billion yuan ($2.38 billion) was discovered recently in Urad Middle Banner of Bayannuur, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, during a geological exploration.
(2023-12-14). Raised forecast for China's economic growth. ecns.cn The Asian Development Bank has raised its forecast for China's economic growth in 2023 to 5.2 percent from September's estimate of 4.9 percent as household consumption and public investment have driven up growth in the third quarter.
(2023-12-14). China's economic activity picks up for 2023. ecns.cn The Word Bank has revised up its forecast for China's economic growth this year and next from its October estimates, expecting the world's second-largest economy to grow by 5.2 percent in 2023 and 4.5 percent in 2024.
(2023-12-14). China rebukes EU report for 'prejudices, lies, interference in Chinese internal affairs'. ecns.cn The Mission of China to the EU on Thursday harshly criticized the EU report that the mission said is full of prejudices and lies and interferes in China's internal affairs.
(2023-12-14). The 'brain drain' is a symptom of how capitalism has failed the healthcare sector. mronline.org 
Every year, thousands of healthcare workers leave South Africa, in order to chase better opportunities, as wealthier countries exploit desperate working conditions faced by them. This brain drain is a direct result of neoliberal policies, especially austerity.
(2023-12-14). UN Members support Gaza cease-fire in overwhelming 153-10 vote. mronline.org 
Humanity has prevailed," said Egyptian Ambassador Osama Abdel Khalek. "The Israeli aggression on Gaza must end. This bloodshed must stop."
(2023-12-14). Hideous Times of High Hope. dissidentvoice.org 
It is hard for those who have not lived through the shattering political assassinations of the 1960s to grasp their significance for today. Many might assume that that was then and long before their time, so let's move on to what we must deal with today. Let some old folks, the obsessive ones, live in …
(2023-12-14). "Four Died Trying": John F. Kennedy, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, Robert F. Kennedy: A Powerful, Riveting, and Masterful Documentary Series Begins. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance targets gathering of Israeli soldiers in th vicinity of Shumira Barracks. english.almanar.com.lb 
(2023-12-14). Al-Qassam resistance fighters fire TBG anti-tank projectile towards an Israeli force hiding inside a building and engage in fierce clashes with the occupation forces. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-12-14). Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance mourns Martyr All the Way to Al-Quds Ahmad Hasan Mkahhal (Kazem). english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-12-14). Al-Manar correspondent in Gaza: 13 people martyred in Israeli shelling of Khan Yunis. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-12-14). Head of Pediatric Department in Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza: Israeli occupation gave us 10-minute ultimatum to evacuate facility. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-12-14). Day 69: 'Israel' Pays High Price as Gaza Turns into Graveyard for Invaders. english.almanar.com.lb 
On the 69th day of the Israeli war on Gaza, the Palestinian resistance is engaging in epic battles against the Israeli occupation forces across the besieged enclave's frontlines. On Thursday morning, the Israeli occupation army announced the death of additional soldiers in Gaza, taking the death toll of the ground battles to 116. This comes …
(2023-12-14). Spokesman of Israeli occupation army puts number of Israeli casualties in Gaza during the last 24 hours at 29. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-12-14). Iran Warns of "Extraordinary Problems" If US Forms Multinational Red Sea Force. english.almanar.com.lb 
Iran's Defense Minister Mohammad Reza Ashtiani warned that a proposed US-backed multinational task force allegedly "to protect shipping in the Red Sea" would face extraordinary problems, official Iranian media reported on Thursday. Ashtiani's comments came after the United States said last week it was in talks with other countries to set up a task force …
(2023-12-14). Hezbollah Excutes Precision Strikes against Israeli Forces' Positions and Gatherings. english.almanar.com.lb 
In a show of support for the resilient Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and their brave resistance, the Islamic Resistance in Lebanon executed targeted operations against the Israeli enemy along the southern border with occupied Palestine. On Thursday at 10: 00 a.m., the Islamic Resistance fighters strategically engaged an assembly of Israeli occupation soldiers near …
(2023-12-14). Al-Quds Brigades targets military concentrations near Al-Zalal Mosque in the Al-Taqaddum axis, east of Khan Yunis, employing 60-caliber standard mortar shells. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-12-14). Australia's new migration strategy to reduce post-study work rights. geo.tv 
Student visa changes may create new hurdles for int'l students as Australia recovers from COVID-19 pandemic…
(2023-12-14). WHO Pandemic Treaty's Global Power Grab in May 2024. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Selected Articles: From Dallas to Gaza: Was JFK's Assassination Instrumental in Strengthening Zionist Israel? globalresearch.ca 
By President John F. Kennedy was assassinated 60 years ago. If he had lived and won a second term, the Israeli Palestinian …
(2023-12-14). Imperial launches Centre for Sectoral Economic Performance. imperial.ac.uk Imperial is launching a new research centre to find ways to make the UK economy more productive and competitive.
(2023-12-14). Is ICC still relevant? Not so, says Brazil's Lula da Silva. And he is not alone. infobrics.org Having been formed in 2002, with the exception of the Putin/Lvova-Belova arrest warrant and the investigation on Rodrigo Duterte (former President of the Philippines), all other cases thus far launched by the criminal court have been against Africans. It is no wonder its legitimacy and impartiality is being questioned.
(2023-12-14). Other Kiev regime hyenas after Zelensky as he loses grip on power. infobrics.org The political struggle in Kiev is bound to look more like a hyena fight, particularly when Western funding starts running dry. The situation on the frontlines will further exacerbate this, a fact that Zelensky's opponents will (ab)use to the maximum.
(2023-12-14). Zelensky recognises he will be forced to cede territories to Russia without US help. infobrics.org Elon Musk warns Ukraine that it risks losing more territory to Russia if the war continues.
(2023-12-14). Guayana Esequiba: Geo-Economics of an Occupation. telesurenglish.net An air of bonanza has raised the projections of the Exxon Mobil corporation, which accumulated around 414 billion dollars in 2022, an unprecedented income in its history, which represents 44.8 percent more than the previous year. It is a gigantic increase if compared to its crisis in 2020, when its losses put its place in the stock market in jeopardy. | RELATED: | Also from the research of that American corporati…
(2023-12-14). Censorship and Civic Terror in Canada: The Silencing of Palestinian Voices and Palestinian Supporters. socialistproject.ca 
(2023-12-14). 'Moral insanity': Biden admin bypasses Congress to rush tank shells to Israel. mronline.org "Rushing deadly weapons to the far-right and openly genocidal Israeli government without congressional review robs American voters of their voice in Congress," said one critic.
(2023-12-14). Ukrainian trial demonstrates 2014 Maidan massacre was false flag. mronline.org A massacre of protesters during the 2014 Maidan coup set the stage for the ouster of Ukraine's elected president, Viktor Yanukovych. Now, an explosive trial in Kiev has produced evidence the killings were a false flag designed to trigger regime change.
(2023-12-14). US Losing Allies on Gaza. consortiumnews.com
(2023-12-14). A Flawed and Dangerous Presence: US Troops in Syria. dissidentvoice.org
(2023-12-14). Israeli sniper kills "everyone who moves" in Gaza hospital. electronicintifada.net
(2023-12-14). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 69: Reports of Israeli soldier shooting women and children execution style in Gaza. mondoweiss.net
(2023-12-14). UN Members support Gaza cease-fire in overwhelming 153-10 vote. mronline.org
(2023-12-14). Israel to present US official with 2024 Gaza war plans. new.thecradle.co
(2023-12-14). Palestinians killed 'execution-style' in Gaza school: Report. new.thecradle.co
(2023-12-14). NDN Collective's Second Week At COP28 In Dubai. popularresistance.org
(2023-12-14). The Transit Equity Movement Wins Biggest Zero Fare Victory Yet. popularresistance.org
(2023-12-14). Latest COP28 Draft Does Not Mention Fossil Fuel Phaseout. ecowatch.com
(2023-12-14). Record Year & Yet Barely Any Media Coverage. youtube.com
(2023-12-14). Far Right on The Rise Around The World. youtube.com
(2023-12-14). Here's Why Record Number of Elderly Are Dirt Poor. youtube.com
(2023-12-14). Climate Activists Totally Ruin This Event. youtu.be
(2023-12-14). AI's digital likeness blends the lines of reality. america.cgtn.com 
Artificial Intelligence, or AI, has been at the forefront of tech news as it enters numerous sectors, including content creation. That includes industries where AI video and images, and even digital likenesses are blending the lines of reality. CGTN's Mark Niu has more.
(2023-12-14). Replacing a Disastrous War with a Just Peace in Ukraine. fpif.org Although the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza has captured the world's horrified attention, the war in Ukraine has had even more terrible consequences. Grinding on for nearly two years, Russia's massive military invasion of that country has taken hundreds of thousands of lives, created millions of refugees, wrecked Ukraine's civilian infrastructure and economy, and consumed enormous financial resources from nations around the world. | And yet, despite the Ukraine War's vast human and economic costs, there is no sign that it is abating. Russia and Ukraine are now bogged down in very bloody military stale…
(2023-12-14). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 69: Reports of Israeli soldier shooting women and children execution style in Gaza. mondoweiss.net 
The situation in Jenin "continues deteriorating" as it enters its third day under Israeli military siege; meanwhile, in Gaza, displaced Palestinians face frigid temperatures under heavy rainfall.
(2023-12-14). Israel Is Wiping Out Gaza's Journalists: A Tribute. mintpressnews.com Editor's Note: Dear Readers, MintPress News' YouTube channel was recently demonetized, and many of our videos made age-restricted. We would greatly appreciate your support by becoming a member of our I recently became the recipient of the Women and Media Award from the Women's Institute of the Freedom of the Press. While it's truly an honor to receive this recognition for the journalism that I direct at MintPress News…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to help a frozen shoulder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity, including sleep, difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, says Dr. Christopher Camp, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/OU6-i4dKPKs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Do you know the signs of inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 1—7, which makes this a good time to learn about the signs and symptoms of these disorders. Researchers estimate that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn's disease, and 600,000 to 900,000 people in the U.S. have ulcerative colitis, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of your…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Wash your hands to stay healthy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Handwashing Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 3—9, so this is a good time for a reminder that washing your hands is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading illness. Keeping hands clean can prevent 1 in 3 diarrhea-related illnesses and 1 in 5 respiratory infections, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hand-washing is an easy way to prevent infection. As you touch people, surfaces and objects throughout the…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Flu vaccination and cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed Dec. 4—8, which makes this a good time to learn more about the flu and why it's especially important that you get a flu shot if you have cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, now's the time. For…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Understanding ear infection in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org "My ear hurts." There are many conditions that can trigger this complaint from a young child. Depending on the symptoms, causes of earache in children include a foreign object in the ear, the common cold, swimmer's ear and earwax blockage. Another common cause of ear pain in children is an ear infection, or otitis media. It's an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Do you need more vitamin D in the winter? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones healthy and strong. It also has properties that support your immune system and neuromuscular health. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says one of the main ways your body gets vitamin D is through direct sunlight on the skin. And during winter in the Northern Hemisphere, that can sometimes be a challenge. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7D5TR8eRdCs Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips from a dietitian on managing holiday indulgences. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whether it's work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences.Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, shares three tips to help manage holiday indulgences this season. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/gMCQIt_bIUs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Sickle cell disease explained. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Food and Drug Administration is expected to decide by Dec. 8 on a new therapy to treat sickle cell disease using gene editing technology called CRISPR, which stands for clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats. Approximately 250 million people worldwide carry the gene for sickle cell disease. It affects those with roots in Africa, Spanish-speaking regions in the Western Hemisphere, Saudi Arabia, India and Mediterranean countries. In the U.S., sickle cell disease is most common in…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic expert on future of HIV on World AIDS Day. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World AIDS Day, observed on Dec. 1, raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and pays tribute to those affected by the disease. Globally, about 39 million people are living with HIV infection, according to the World Health Organization. HIV is the virus that causes the condition. The virus can spread through sexual contact, sharing infected needles and, less commonly, it can pass from mother to child. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases physician and HIV researcher, says that, while there…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Health benefits of volunteering. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My neighbor recently retired, and I've been trying to convince her to volunteer at the library with me. She's not swayed by my stories of feeling good from helping others. Can you share some other benefits of dedicating her time and energy to a cause? ANSWER: Thank you for volunteering in your community and for trying to persuade your neighbor to join you. Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people's lives. The…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Managing medication for loved ones. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My elderly mom has recently been told she needs to take a bunch of different medications every day due to her health conditions. It's gotten pretty overwhelming, and I'm worried about things like her missing doses or drug interactions. I just want to make sure she's safe and healthy. Do you have tips on how to handle my mom's meds? ANSWER: Some older people struggle with remembering to take their medications or…
(2023-12-14). Identifying new potential in cancer-killing T cells. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Joanina Gicobi began her Ph.D. degree five years ago at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, she was interested in thinking creatively about ways to improve cancer treatment. In particular, she was curious about the body's natural ability to fight tumors: Could that process be improved? In the laboratory of Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., she joined efforts to learn more about the T cells that are part of an inherent cancer-killing immune response. Joanina Gicobi,…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 signs your sick child may need to see a healthcare professional. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org While most common colds, flu, or other illnesses can be treated at home, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician with Mayo Clinic's Children's Center, says parents should watch for these three signs that their sick child may need to see a healthcare professional. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/PRUMG4pVE6M Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 09) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Hydration When children are sick, they're…
(2023-12-14). Health and zombie cells in aging. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org With age, cells can experience senescence, a state where they stop growing but continue releasing inflammatory and tissue-degrading molecules. When a person is young, the immune system responds and eliminates senescent cells, often referred to as zombie cells. However, zombie cells linger and contribute to various age-related health problems and diseases. Mayo Clinic researchers, in two studies, shed light on the biology of aging cells. In a study published in Aging Cell, Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed zombie…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin achieves Magnet designation for nursing excellence. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin has achieved Magnet designation, the highest national honor for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Mayo Clinic Health System received the recognition on Nov. 29 as a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care. The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest…
(2023-12-14). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo gives tips on preventing falls on ice during busy season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Tis the season of a million errands and shopping trips, and it just so happens to coincide with that time of year when ice and snow begin to impact travel, both in our cars and on foot. In the north country, a good pair of boots isn't always enough to protect your feet and ankles from injury if you're not careful. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 1…
(2023-12-14). The rainbow of urine colors: What's typical, what's not. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regular urine color varies but usually ranges from clear to pale yellow. The exact hue depends on how much water you drink. Fluids dilute the yellow pigments in urine. So the more you drink, the clearer your urine looks. When you drink less, the yellow color becomes stronger. Some foods and medications can change the color of urine. For example, foods like beets, blackberries and fava beans can turn urine pink or red. Some medications…
(2023-12-14). Advancing patient care with biologics: 4 ways Mayo Clinic's biomanufacturing strategy is making a difference. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic seeks to harness the power of cells, tissue and genes by delivering first-of-their kind therapeutics for patients in early-stage clinical trials. Mayo Clinic's Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics is leading an effort that is at the crossroads of biology, engineering, industry and medicine to expand biomanufacturing for rare and complex disorders. Biomanufacturing is the use of living organisms such as cells in the manufacturing of new medicines. On-site biomanufacturing helps Mayo Clinic validate new biologics in…
(2023-12-14). Use of anticoagulant drug after aortic valve replacement lowers mortality risk, Mayo Clinic study finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Patients who received the anticoagulant drug warfarin after bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement had lower incidence of mortality and a decreased risk of blood clots, according to a retrospective study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings. The use of bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement has increased significantly during the past decade. Among its advantages is that most patients can avoid warfarin for anticoagulation treatment. Even so, research has been conflicting on whether patients would benefit…
(2023-12-14). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo says hand hygiene, maintaining distance can keep viruses at bay. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — The holiday season is ubiquitous with family gatherings, shopping excursions in busy stores and malls, and workplace potlucks. With all the fun and merriment of the season, it's easy to forget that these gatherings in enclosed spaces also can lead to uninvited guests: nasty colds, RSV, gastrointestinal viruses, COVID-19 and the flu. "Getting sick during the holidays seems to feel even worse because we may be missing out on the fun while…
(2023-12-14). DINNER WITH THE OLIGARCHS. sonar21.com 
This article is intended to help shed light on some of the reported murky dealings in both Russia and China as the communist system ran into serious trouble. American influence upended the old order in Russia during the period of Yeltsin and the same happened in China during the Jiang period, although to a lessor degree. In addition, many of the Western political, economic, and social ideas became fashionable in both countries. | Russia led the way in adopting Western ways, without stopping to investigate whether they were good or bad, or how to adopt them successfully. China made great efforts to avoid the…
(2023-12-14). Panamanian people score a great victory, struggle continues. workers.org 
Published Dec. 2 in Panamá, where the author is a professor of sociology and an anti-imperialist political leader. Translation: John Catalinotto The ruling of unconstitutionality, issued by the Supreme Court of Justice of Panamá on Nov. 28, constituted the successful conclusion of a great popular victory against the abusive mining . . . |
(2023-12-14). Argentina: The Milei Moment Has Arrived. orinocotribune.com By Luis Alberto Quevedo — Dec 11, 2023 | Yesterday, Javier Milei's intense life as a panelist came to an end and his new life as president of the nation begins. Now his words and diagnoses will have to become government actions. For this reason, his first speech in front of the Legislative Assembly, at the very moment this mutation was taking place, aroused so much interest. The first surprise was that he did not address the deputies and senators who were constituted as representatives of the people: the two assembled chambers embody the always heterogeneous preferences of our society. Milei preferred instea…
(2023-12-14). European trade unions march in Brussels to protest the EU-imposed austerity. peoplesdispatch.org The protests took place in the context of the likely enforcement of the European Union's (EU) Stability and Growth Pact which will lead to combined cuts worth EUR 45 billion from the budgets of 14 member states…
(2023-12-14). Israel continues to kill hundreds of Palestinian civilians in Gaza and West Bank. peoplesdispatch.org Israeli forces abducted the director and over 70 staff from Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza after causing death of two injured Palestinians by preventing timely treatment…
(2023-12-14). Statement on Kurt Campbell's nomination to be Deputy Secretary of State. peacepivot.org On November 1, President Joe Biden announced Kurt Campbell's appointment as Deputy Secretary of State. For anyone concerned about the dangerous state of relations between the United States and China, this is a troubling development. Kurt Campbell has been one of the principal advocates of a hostile and belligerent posture toward China over the past …
(2023-12-14). Hezbollah warning: Strikes on Israel to continue as long as Gaza genocidal war rages. presstv.ir Sheikh Naim Qassem, Hezbollah's deputy secretary-general, says the Lebanese resistance movement will continue retaliatory strikes against Israel until the regime ends its war on Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Licence to kill: Iran says US enables Israel's genocide by opposing Gaza truce. presstv.ir Iran's UN envoy says the United States' opposition to a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza enables Israel to continue the genocide of civilians in the Palestinian territory.
(2023-12-14). First Intifada remembered. presstv.ir The first intifada, or uprising, began in December 1987 and ended in September 1993 with the signing of the first Oslo Accords, which provided a framework for Israeli 'peace negotiations' with the Palestinians.
(2023-12-14). West not willing to establish Palestinian state: Russia. presstv.ir Russia says Israel and its Western allies do not want Palestinians to establish an independent state in the occupied territories.
(2023-12-14). Gaza facing 'public health disaster' as Israeli army besieges hospitals: UN. presstv.ir UN also says Gaza's health system remains under siege and is barely functioning.
(2023-12-14). US has no plans to restrict military aid to Israel: Officials. presstv.ir US officials say the Biden administration has no plans to place conditions on military aid to Israel.
(2023-12-14). Palestinian poll shows a rise in Hamas support, increase in anti-US sentiments. presstv.ir The level of anti-Americanism and anti-Westernism is huge among Palestinians, the survey shows.
(2023-12-14). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years in 2003.
(2023-12-14). "Pogrom": From Kishinev in Tsarist Russia (1903) to Gaza, Palestine (2023). globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Israel's Never-Ending Wars on Its Neighbors & What Comes Next, w/ Ghadi Francis. thealtworld.com 
(2023-12-14). The US Could Have Stopped Israel's Genocide In Gaza, Opted For Unlimited Killing. thelastamericanvagabond.com The US government stood alone at the United Nations Security Council last Friday as it vetoed a resolution that called for a humanitarian ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Every other nation spoke with passion about the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding, with most issuing condemnatory remarks. But the US chose to blame Hamas for the suffering of
(2023-12-14). East Palestine Forced To Treat Norfolk Waste Water & Israel Knowingly Rounded Up/Executed Civilians. 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 (12/14/23). 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
(2023-12-14). A Stunning Rebuke: U.N. Cease-fire Vote Humiliates U.S. Imperialism. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Headlines for December 14, 2023. democracynow.org Israeli Attacks Kill 200 Palestinians in 24 Hours as Rains Increase Spread of Disease in Gaza, Israeli Army Raids Jenin, Killing 11 Palestinians and Arresting Leaders of Freedom Theatre, U.S. Stalls Sale of 27,000 Rifles to Israel over Settler Violence, Washington Post: Israel Used U.S.-Supplied White Phosphorus to Attack Civilians in Lebanon, Bernie Sanders Calls on Biden to Cancel Request for $10 Billion in Military Aid to Israel, Russia and Ukraine Trade Drone Attacks as Hungary's Orbán Threatens to Block EU Aid to Ukraine, SCOTUS Will Hear Challenge to FDA Rules for Abortion Pill Mifepristone, SCOTUS to…
(2023-12-14). Palestinian Student Shot in VT & Granddaughter of Holocaust Survivor Join Haverford Sit-In for Gaza. democracynow.org 
We look at student protests nationwide calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, including 41 students at Brown University arrested Monday at a sit-in demanding the school divest its endowment from weapons manufacturers like Raytheon and United Technologies, and a weeklong sit-in at Haverford College. One of the students who joined the protest has just returned to campus: Kinnan Abdalhamid, a junior who was shot two weeks ago along with his two friends, who are also of Palestinian descent, by a white man in Burlington, Vermont. We speak with Abdalhamid and Ellie Baron, an organizer with Students for Peace at Haverford Col…
(2023-12-14). Jeremy Scahill: Gaza "Scorched-Earth Campaign" Is a "Joint U.S.-Israeli Operation" democracynow.org 
We discuss President Joe Biden's "full support for a scorched-earth campaign" in Gaza with The Intercept's Jeremy Scahill, who says the U.S. is providing "political cover and rushing weapons there and giving support to the most pernicious lies that Israel [is] telling." Despite the Biden administration's recent assertions that it is helping to restrain Israel, Israel's military and intelligence operation is significantly propped up by resources from the United States State and Defense departments, explains Scahill. "This is a joint U.S. operation militarily and po…
(2023-12-14). Assam govt converts 1281 Madrasas into general schools. muslimmirror.com The Assam government has renamed at least 1281 Madrasas across 31 districts in the state and turned them into general schools, officials said on Thursday. Taking to his X handle, state education minister Ranoj Pegu shared the information. He wrote, "Consequent to conversion of all Govt and Provincialised Madrasas into general schools under Board of …
(2023-12-14). Parliament security breach: Case registered under UAPA. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : The Delhi Police has registered a case under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in connection with the Parliament security breach, officials said on Thursday. In a major security breach on the anniversary of the 2001 Parliament terror attack on Wednesday, two persons — Sagar Sharma and Manoranjan D — jumped into …
(2023-12-14). Shahi Idgah row: HC likely to pass order on appointment of advocate commissioner. muslimmirror.com Prayagraj : The Allahabad High Court is likely to deliver on Thursday its order on an application seeking appointment of a court-monitored advocate commissioner to survey the Shahi Idgah premises adjoining the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. On November 16, Justice Mayank Kumar Jain had reserved the order on the application after hearing the …
(2023-12-14). Guyana Considers Establishing US Military Base (+Trinidad & Tobago). orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-14). European trade unions march in Brussels to protest the EU-imposed austerity. peoplesdispatch.org On December 12, trade unionists, political parties, and other working-class sections from around 30 countries participated in a major demonstration led by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) protesting the EU-imposed austerity in the region. The march was organized against the backdrop of the summit of EU leaders in Brussels on December 14 and 15 …
(2023-12-14). "Fedayin: Georges Abdallah's Fight" now available free on YouTube. samidoun.net 
"Fedayin: Georges Abdallah's Fight" was released in 2021; this documentary explores the life in struggle of Georges Ibrahim Abdallah, the Lebanese Arab struggler for Palestine jailed in France for 39 years. Since its release, it has been screened at hundreds of events, film festivals and public activities in over 20 countries. Now, Collectif Vacarme(s) Films, …
(2023-12-14). Patrick Lawrence: That New Hunter Biden Indictment. scheerpost.com Attorney and businessman Hunter Biden (son of US President Joseph Biden) on the left, lawyer Abbe Lowell on the right, surrounded by a gaggle of reporters asking about Biden's potential testimony before the House of Representatives about his foreign business dealings. Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons By Patrick Lawrence / Original …
(2023-12-14). Unilateral Sanity Could Save the World. scheerpost.com Daniel Ellsberg by Christopher Michel is licensed under CC BY 2.0 / Flickr By Norman Solomon / TomDispatch Top American officials in the "national security" establishment are notably good at smooth rhetoric and convenient silences. Their scant regard for truth or human life has changed remarkably little since 1971 when Daniel Ellsberg risked decades in prison to leak the Pentagon Papers …
(2023-12-14). Shadowproof Is Shutting Down. shadowproof.com After eight years, we have decided that it is time to shut down Shadowproof, but that does not mean that the independent journalism that we fostered is coming entirely to an end. In a span of time defined by numerous global crises and an ever-shifting online media landscape, readers like you helped us develop an …
(2023-12-14). Asciende a 406 cifra de firmantes de paz asesinados en Colombia. telesurtv.net Defensoría del Pueblo emitió la AT 026/20 para el municipio de Mesetas en la cual señala que en la zona se generan condiciones de violencia que ponen en riesgo a distintas personas.
(2023-12-14). Rusia denuncia que Occidente no quiere un Estado palestino. telesurtv.net El conflicto palestino-israelí también fue abordado en una conversación telefónica sostenida este miércoles entre el jefe del Consejo de Seguridad ruso, Nikolái Pátrushev, con su colega israelí, Tsaji Hanegbi.
(2023-12-14). Armenia y Azerbaiyán intercambian prisioneros de guerra. telesurtv.net El primer ministro armenio confirmó la llegada de los 32 militares detenidos en el transcurso de los últimos tres años.
(2023-12-14). Presidente egipcio lidera resultados preliminares de elecciones. telesurtv.net Las elecciones estaban previstas para abril de 2024, pero por decisión de Al Sisi fueron adelantadas previo a la aplicación de un paquete de medidas.
(2023-12-14). Reportan en México menor tasa de homicidios dolosos en siete años. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con sus datos, se contabilizaron 2.350 homicidios dolosos en los 30 días de noviembre.
(2023-12-14). Siria y Vietnam dialogan para mejorar relaciones bilaterales. telesurtv.net Thanh Son manifestó que su país desea fortalecer sus vínculos con la nación árabe.
(2023-12-14). Prosigue fuego cruzado entre Hezbolá y ocupantes israelíes. telesurtv.net Resistencia islámica libanesa atacó un emplazamiento militar al norte de la Palestina ocupada. Israel respondió con ataques de aviones y blindados contra áreas de Líbano.
(2023-12-14). ONU saluda diálogo entre presidentes de Venezuela y Guyana. telesurtv.net Antonio Guterres informa que enviará a dos observadores a la reunión de este jueves entre Nicolás Maduro e Irfaan Ali en San Vicente y las Granadinas.
(2023-12-14). Vicepresidenta de Venezuela presenta proyecto de Ley de Presupuesto para 2024. telesurtv.net La Asamblea Nacional aprobó en primera discusión el Proyecto de Presupuesto correspondiente al Ejercicio Económico Financiero 2024.
(2023-12-14). Ciclón tropical Jasper toca territorio australiano. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento el fenómeno ha ocasionado la caída de árboles en las ciudades de Port Douglas y Cairns, y se espera que cause inundaciones repentinas en la zona aledaña a estas ciudades.
(2023-12-14). ONU: el 18 % de las estructuras de Gaza están dañadas. telesurtv.net La información está basada en una imagen de muy alta resolución recogida el 26 de noviembre por el Centro de Satélites de las Naciones Unidas.
(2023-12-14). Accidente vial deja varios fallecidos en autopista de Venezuela. telesurtv.net El accidente fue provocado por la colisión de un transporte de carga contra varios vehículos.
(2023-12-14). Vladímir Putin: "Habrá paz cuando logremos los objetivos" telesurtv.net El mandatario ruso aseguró que la desmilitarización de Ucrania es inminente ya que el país vive "de los regalos de occidente".
(2023-12-14). Arriba a México jefa negociadora del Gobierno de Colombia. telesurtv.net El Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN), agradeció la presencia de la nueva jefa negociadora del Gobierno colombiano.
(2023-12-14). Aprueban formalizar investigación de juicio político contra Joe Biden. telesurtv.net En esta jornada tuvo lugar la votación de la Cámara para abrir formalmente una investigación de juicio político contra el presidente Joe Biden.
(2023-12-14). Inflación en Argentina sube al 12,8 % en noviembre. telesurtv.net El Indec registró que la inflación de noviembre fue la más alta de 2023, superando al 12,7 por ciento de septiembre.
(2023-12-14). Instituto meteorológico registra intensas lluvias al occidente de Cuba. telesurtv.net La costa norte de la capital cubana fue afectada en horas de la madrugada y la mañana con intensas lluvias y descargas eléctricas.
(2023-12-14). Fuerzas hutíes atacan desde Yemen a buque petrolero en el mar Rojo. telesurtv.net Un funcionario estadounidense señaló que dos misiles fueron lanzados desde Yemen y cayeron cerca del petrolero.
(2023-12-14). Africa CDC Delivers Cold Chain Equipment to Botswana. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the African Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), delivered cold chain equipment to Botswana's Ministry of Health on Wednesday to strengthen its healthcare system. | RELATED: | Speaking during the handover ceremony in Gaborone, Botswana's capital, Sethomo Lelatisitswe, the assistant minister of…
(2023-12-14). Caribbean Mediation Was Decisive for Venezuela-Guyana Meeting. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, St. Vincent & the Grenadines Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves is hosting a regional meeting in which the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and the Guyanese President Irfaan Ali will hold a direct dialogue on the Essequibo region. | RELATED: | "PM Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica is poised to join the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in cruci…
(2023-12-14). DR: Airports Measures Redoubled, Higher Flow of Traffic. telesurenglish.net The Dominican government announced on Wednesday that it is reinforcing measures to guarantee the security of users in airport terminals during the current season, in which the number of nationals residing in other countries and vacationers is increasing. | RELATED: | This was announced by Brigadier General Floréal Suárez Martínez, director general of the Specialized Airport and Civil Aviation Security Corps (Cesac). | During a meeting with se…
(2023-12-14). Gaza is a Living Hell: UNRWA Commissioner Lazzarini. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the three-day Global Refugee Forum 2023 (GRF) kicked off in Geneva with the participation of some 4,000 delegates from 165 countries. Among them is Philippe Lazzarini, the commissioner of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). | RELATED: | When speaking to attendees at this event, Lazzarini began by highlighting his direct personal experience of what is happening in Gaza as a result of the Israeli bombi…
(2023-12-14). Germany to Tackle Budget Crisis With Savings. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the German government announced that the 17 billion euro gap in the 2024 budget due to the failed reallocation of COVID-19 relief funds for climate protection measures is to be closed through savings. | RELATED: | Although it has to "make do with significantly less money," the government is sticking to its green transformation plans, said Chancellor Olaf Scholz in a press conference. Savings are to be gen…
(2023-12-14). Israel Blocks All Communications in Gaza Again. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Palestinian Communications Ministry denounced that Israel cut off communications in Gaza. This marks the fifth blackout since October. | RELATED: | "The blackout entails the complete interruption of all communications and Internet services for Paltel and Ooredoo in the central and southern Gaza Strip," stated the Ministry. | The ongoing situation implies implies almost complete disruption of fixed and mobile phone line…
(2023-12-14). Jamaica: Important Heritage Site Undergoing Renovations. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Seville's Heritage Park showcases its rich history as a cultural, tourist and educational attraction following a $23 million renovation, local media outlet The Gleaner reported. | RELATED: | According to official data, the restoration of the Seville began in 2009 and, through a memorandum of understanding with the Spanish Jamaica Foundation, exhibitions on important periods of national history are now being mounted, sai…
(2023-12-14). President Maduro Hopes for the Victory of Peace at St. Vincent. telesurenglish.net After arriving in St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Thursday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said he hopes to make the most of his meeting with Guyanese President Irfaan Ali. | RELATED: | The Bolivarian leader celebrated that the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the Government of Brazil have promoted this meeting, which hopes to "make the most of it so that the Latin America and the Caribb…
(2023-12-14). Presidents Nicolas Maduro and Irfaan Ali Start Dialogue. telesurenglish.net On Thursday afternoon, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Guyanese President Irfaan Ali began talks in St. Vincent & the Grenadines aimed at easing tensions over the Essequibo, and oil-rich region that Venezuela claims as part of its historical territorial heritage. | RELATED: | "I come with a mandate from the people of Venezuela. We seek satisfactory solutions as the Geneva Agreement mandates," President Maduro said in one of his first…
(2023-12-14). Republicans Vote to Authorize Impeachment Inquiry Into Biden. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, U.S. House Republicans voted to authorize impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, in a 221-212 vote along party lines. | RELATED: | "The impeachment power resides solely with the House of Representatives," Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, a hardliner within the Republican party, told reporters. | "If a majority of the House now says we're in an official impeachment inquiry as part of our…
(2023-12-14). St. Vincent Meeting to Address the Essequibo Dispute Today. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and the Guyanese President Irfaan Ali will meet in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to address the dispute over Guyana Esequiba, a territory of about 160,000 square kilometers rich in natural resources. | RELATED: | Their meeting will take place after several weeks of tension related to the holding of a consultative referendum through which over 95 percent of Venezuelans supported the defe…
(2023-12-14). There Will Be Peace When We Achieve the Goals: Putin. telesurenglish.net During the television program "Direct Line", President Vladimir Putin emphasized that Russia has achieved economic growth despite all the aggressions and blockades imposed by the United States and its allies. | RELATED: | "The Russian economy has a sufficient safety margin not only to feel secure but also to progress. Public external debt decreased from US$46 billion to US$32 billion. Unemployment stands at 2.9 percent,…
(2023-12-14). Venezuela and Guyana to Continue Talks on the Essequibo. telesurenglish.net A meeting between the President of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, and his Guyanese counterpart, Irfaan Ali, concluded this Thursday at 16: 00 local time in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Both presidents expressed their willingness to continue the dialogue to solve the conflict over the Essequibo territory. | RELATED: | After concluding the high-level meeting, both leaders stood up and shook hands, sealing the willingness of both na…
(2023-12-14). Bailiffs: Gaddafi National Mosque not for sale. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) property atop Old Kampala Hill including Gaddafi National Mosque, previously on the brink of an auction due to debt exceeding sh18 billion owed to businessman Justus Kyabahwa, has been excluded from the list of assets set for sale. Louiza Auctioneers and Court Bailiffs …
(2023-12-14). COP28 agrees to end the fossil fuels era. independent.co.ug 
Dubai, UAE | THE INDEPENDENT | The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) closed on Wednesday with an agreement that signals the "beginning of the end" of the fossil fuel era. Delegates from over 190 countries who have been meeting for the last two weeks, finally agreed on a text that lays the ground for …
(2023-12-14). East African DRC mission flops, Uganda starts withdrawing troops. independent.co.ug 
North Kivu, DRC | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan troops have started withdrawing from the embattled North Kivu province in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This decision was triggered by the DRC government's refusal to extend the mandate of the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) in the region. The mission officially concluded on …
(2023-12-14). Francis Karuhanga picked to take charge of Stanbic. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Francis Karuhanga is the new Chief Executive Officer of Stanbic Holdings Uganda Ltd replacing Malawian executive, Andrew Mashanda. Mashanda joined SUHL in November 2020. Patrick Mweheire, the Standard Bank Group Regional Chief Executive for East Africa, says that Karuhanga will take over office effective January 1, 2024, while Mashanda is taking …
(2023-12-14). Palestine's tourism sector expected to lose 200 mln USD by year-end due to Gaza conflict. independent.co.ug 
RAMALLAH,PALESTINE | Xinhua | Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Rula Maayah said Wednesday that Palestine's tourism industry is expected to lose 200 million U.S. dollars by the end of the year under the impact of Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip. In a statement published by the official Palestinian news agency (WAFA), she said that …
(2023-12-14). Roundup: UN calls for humanitarian pause in Sudan to avert catastrophic hunger. independent.co.ug 
KHARTOUM, SUDAN | Xinhua | The United Nations (UN) on Wednesday called on all parties to the Sudan conflict to reach a humanitarian pause and to provide unfettered access to the country to avert a hunger catastrophe. "Parts of war-ravaged Sudan are at a high risk of slipping into catastrophic hunger conditions by next year's …
(2023-12-14). Twists and turns as anti-homosexuality case starts at Constitutional Court. independent.co.ug 
AG Asks Court to Dismiss Applications in Anti Homosexuality Case Over Bias Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Constitutional Court has admitted Pastors Langa and Martin Ssempa as co-respondents with the Attorney General in the ongoing case challenging the Anti-homosexuality Act. They are expected to file written submission to the court today before the hearing of …
(2023-12-14). Uganda to carry out its 6th census in May 2024. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA,UGANDA | Xinhua| Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has rallied the country's citizens to embrace the 6th national population and housing census scheduled for May next year. Museveni launched the census in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, Tuesday when he said the exercise would help the government to plan better for its citizens. "The aim seems …
(2023-12-14). UPDF soldiers captured on video tortuing suspect, face court martial. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Three Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers will be tried publicly for the alleged torture of a suspected motorcycle thief. Since Tuesday, a video has been circulating on social media showing the suspect, identified as Nelson Omon, a resident of Lagot Village, Larakaraka Parish in Pubec Parish, Mucwini East …
(2023-12-14). Cuba to international meet: Never before has world peace been so threatened. thecommunists.org The following speech was made on behalf of the Communist Party of Cuba by the party's head of international relations Emilio Lozada Garcia at the 23rd International Meeting of Communist and Workers' Parties in Turkey on 20 October 2023. ***** Dear Kemal Okuyan, general secretary of the Communist party of Türkiye, Dear comrades, brothers and …
(2023-12-14). World Mountain Day: Impossible to restore ecosystems with current development models. peoplesdispatch.org "Restoring Mountain Ecosystems" is the theme for World Mountain Day, observed across the world on December 11, just a day after Human Rights Day. Why should mountains be celebrated? Because they are part of the evolutionary process of this planet and the larger ecosystem. With the ruining of mountains at the current pace, even the plains will not be able to survive. | Awareness needs to be built that copy-paste models of plains cannot be adopted in the mountains. They are not just ecologically different, and also the fragility in the mountains is high. Hence, the sensitization and campaigns around it should not j…
(2023-12-14). Republican-Controlled House Committee Claims Millions Support the Violent Ideology of Aryan Nations. splcenter.org The House Judiciary Committee's Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government released an interim staff report last week that erroneously claimed millions of Americans support Christian Identity, the racist and antisemitic theology most associated with the neo-Nazi group Aryan Nations.
(2023-12-14). We Fight with Our Eyes. We Plant Seeds with Our Hands. We Will Watch the Wheat Fill the Valley. dissidentvoice.org 
Medu Art Ensemble (Botswana), Shades of Change, 1982. This two-man play, set in a prison cell, was written by Mongane Wally Serote. Credit: Medu Art Ensemble via Freedom Park In the ancient time of national liberation, when partisans walked among the people in rural hamlets or small towns, they carried their message forward in the …
(2023-12-14). Denver: Stop the Israeli massacre of Palestinian people! workers.org 
City Park, Denver Dec. 10 Palestine protest. Credit: Viviana Weinstein Over 500 people attended a protest memorial at City Park in Denver on Dec. 10, where thousands of white flags were planted by the lake in memory of the Palestinian adults and children who have been killed by Israeli . . . |
(2023-12-14). PDF of December 14 print issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF. Palestine will be free! U.S. imperialism: 'the head of the snake' Statements fromm PFLP and Hamas Editorial: Which forces promote Israeli terrorism? More on Palestine: Protests in Denver, Harrisburg, Portland Stunning rebuke to U.S. Solidarity of women Rafah and Khan Younis UAW resolution International Assembly Against Imperialism . . . |
(2023-12-14). 86-year old FedEx worker killed on Thanksgiving at air freight hub in Memphis, Tennessee. wsws.org Verna Mae Jackson was reaching for a loose piece of mail when the tug operator drove off, pinning her beneath a one-ton dolly.
(2023-12-14). Israeli officials spell out plans for ethnic cleansing of all Palestinians, as Gaza massacres continue. wsws.org Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told military commanders the war would "continue until the end, until the victory, until the elimination of Hamas" and that "nothing will stop us."
(2023-12-14). Wall Street celebrates Fed interest rate "pivot" wsws.org The Dow closed at a record high, the first in two years, as other indexes climbed.
(2023-12-14). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Solidarity strikes in support of Tesla workers at Swedish subsidiary spread to Denmark, Norway and Finland for collective agreement, but union's agenda is corporatism; 24-hour strikes across Middle East including in parts of Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey, and Tunisian teachers walk out to demand ceasefire in Gaza; 170,000 teachers and lecturers still out after 75 days in Iraqi Kurdistan over wage arrears; platinum miners in Bakubung, South Africa stage underground sit-in over three days for better pay and conditions…
(2023-12-14). Irish government seizes on far-right riot as pretext for state clampdown. wsws.org The numerically insignificant far-right draws strength because its agenda corresponds to the needs of the ruling class to destroy democratic rights, scapegoat the most vulnerable, drive down wages and conditions and prepare for war.
(2023-12-14). Thursday 12/14: Action: Shut Down Google: No Tech for Genocide. indybay.org 1 Market Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-12). The hidden death toll of flooding in Bangladesh sends a dark signal about climate and health. peoplesworld.org 
In the summer of 2022, one of the worst monsoons on record turned swaths of Bangladesh, a low-lying country in South Asia, into huge, muddy lakes. When the brunt of the flooding finally eased, at least 141 people had died and millions of others throughout the region had been injured, impoverished, or displaced. The sheer scale of the destruction …
pbs.org (2023-12-14). Argentina's new president implements shock economic measures, devalues currency and cuts subsidiesArgentina on Tuesday announced a sharp devaluation of its currency and cuts to energy and transportation subsidies as part of shock measures new President Javier Milei says are needed to deal with an economic emergency.
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reuters.com (2023-12-12). Cruise missile from Yemen strikes tanker shipAn anti-ship cruise missile launched from Houthi-controlled Yemen struck a commercial tanker vessel, causing a fire and damage but no casualties, the U.S. military said in a statement.
(2023-12-14). Patrick Lawrence: That New Hunter Biden Indictment. scheerpost.com
2023-12-14: News Headlines
(2023-12-14). Patrick Lawrence: That New Hunter Biden Indictment. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-14). Unilateral Sanity Could Save the World. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-14). German Group Won't Present Arendt Prize to Masha Gessen Over Gaza Essay. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-14). Enslaved By Nonprofits: How NGOs Colonize Developing Countries. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-13). The Ghosts of the Worldwide Surveillance Apparatus Show Their Hand. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-13). Ukrainian Trial Demonstrates 2014 Maidan Massacre Was a False Flag. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-13). UN Members Support Gaza Cease-Fire in Overwhelming 153-10 Vote. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-13). Bernie Sanders Votes No on Giving Israel Aid to Continue 'Inhumane War' on Gaza. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-13). America's War for the Greater Middle East (Continued). scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-14). 'We are all Palestinians': COP28 activists demand ceasefire in Gaza, defying protest restrictions. nationofchange.org Over 100 people demonstrated on the sidelines of the summit Sunday in solidarity with Palestine to demand a ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Wednesday 12/13: Virtual event with Mosab Abu Toha. indybay.org
(2023-12-14). Tuesday 12/12: Mothers for Ceasefire Power Hour. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/momsforceasefire…
(2023-12-14). Wednesday 12/13: National Phonebank to Oppose US Money for War Crimes! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-14). Wednesday 12/13: Action: Mobilize to OUSD Board of Directors Meeting. indybay.org 1050 2nd Ave (Great Room) | Oakland, CA | or | Zoom…
(2023-12-14). Saturday 12/16: Action San Francisco: Demand Senator Alex Padilla call for ceasefire now. indybay.org 333 Bush Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: International Human Rights Day Community Art Build and Teach-In. indybay.org 1555 Irving St. | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Silent Vigil for Peace in Palestine and Ukraine. indybay.org corner of El Camino & Embarcadero, outside Town & Country shopping center, on the public sidewalk | 855 El Camino | Palo Alto, CA…
(2023-12-14). Monday 12/18: Action: San Leandro For Ceasefire, Protect The Sanctity Of Life. indybay.org 835 E 14th St | San Leandro, Ca…
(2023-12-14). Saturday 12/16: Rancho Cordova: Shut it Down for Palestine! indybay.org Aerojet Rocketdyne | 2001 Aerojet Road | Rancho, Rancho Cordova…
(2023-12-14). Zelensky Shows Up To Congress Looking For More Billion Dollar Bags: Why U.S. Support For Ukraine May Be Over. moguldom.com On Dec. 12, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Washington, D.C., in an effort to secure more U.S. aid for his country, which has been locked in a conflict with Russia for nearly two years. While his appeal resonated with many in Congress, the funding package he sought has become entangled in domestic U.S. politics. The …
(2023-12-14). Hedge Fund Billionaire Bill Ackman's Attempted Coup Against Harvard President Claudine Gay Fails. moguldom.com In recent weeks, Harvard University has found itself at the center of a heated debate involving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, presidential appointments, and the response to antisemitism on college campuses. This controversy has been fueled by billionaire hedge fund manager and Harvard graduate Bill Ackman, who accused Harvard President Claudine Gay of being …
(2023-12-14). Action Taken Against BNY Mellon in Solidarity with Palestine! indybay.org
(2023-12-14). The CIPOG-EZ Denounces Narco-Paramilitary Groups and the State. itsgoingdown.org Statement from the Popular Indigenous Council of Guerrero-Emiliano Zapata (CIPOG-EZ) denouncing state repression and infiltration of popular organizations. To the Zapatista Army of National Liberation To the National Indigenous Congress To the Indigenous Governing Council To the Signers of the Declaration for Life To the Networks of Resistance and Rebellion To the National and International…
(2023-12-14). Argentina was on the brink: did it step forward? pressenza.com The far-right Javier Milei is the new president of Argentina for the next four years: on taking office he ratified his "chainsaw" plan and said that the adjustment would fall on the state and not on the private sector, but acknowledged that it would hurt "activity, employment and wages". It is not a dream or a dystopia, it is real. | It was not a defeat of Peronism, or of Kirchnerism, it was a defeat of all progressivism, of the left, not only of Argentina but of all of Latin America. Milei will be another voice of the US and European neo-fascism in the region, a spearhead against China, the main trading partner,…
(2023-12-14). Waking up to terror after a dream of freedom. electronicintifada.net Israel has resumed its brutal attacks on Gaza after the end of the truce.
(2023-12-14). Censoring Israeli Violence. counterpunch.org The cathedral of censorship is a vast, airy one. In its embrace, texts are abridged, images removed, ideas scrubbed. Historical inconveniences are filed and rendered inaccessible. The only sermons tolerated will be those satisfying and serving the dictates of power. The power Israel disproportionately wields here, notably across a number of Western democratic states, is staggering. It is manifested
(2023-12-14). 'Race, Liberation, and Palestine' Rutgers Didn't Bend to Pressure to Shut Down Event. indybay.org The threats, pressure from a U.S. Congressman, and thousands of e-mails didn't shut down the event, "Race, Liberation and Palestine," at Rutgers University.
(2023-12-14). Watsonville Community Hospital nurses ratify new contract. indybay.org Nurses win strong measures to improve retention of experienced nurses, patient safety…
(2023-12-14). Why Are Intellectuals Divorced from Working People? orinocotribune.com By Carlos L. Garrido — Dec 10, 2023 | This article is a transcript of a presentation for The question we are exploring today, concerning the divorce of intellectuals and the working class, is fundamental for assessing the crisis we face in the subjective conditions for revolution. The first…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Justice for Raymond Mattia: Peaceful Protest on Tohono O'odham Nation. indybay.org Route 86 and Spencer Drive | Sells, Arizona…
(2023-12-14). Activists Tell Costco: Lobster Products Pose Risk to Endangered Whales. indybay.org SAN FRANCISCO, December 13, 2023 — Several activists dressed as lobsters delivered a petition with more than 20,000 signatures to the management at a Costco store today. The petition urges the company to stop selling lobster products not certified as sustainable.
(2023-12-14). Senate Passes Massive $886 Billion National Defense Authorization Act. news.antiwar.com On Wednesday, the Senate passed the mammoth $886 billion 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which funds the Pentagon and military spending in other government agencies. The bill passed in a vote of 87-13, with six Democrats, six Republicans, and one Independent voting against it. This NDAA now heads to the House, where it's expected …
(2023-12-14). US Has No Plans to Restrict Military Aid to Israel Despite Biden Calling Gaza Bombing 'Indiscriminate'. news.antiwar.com The US has no plans to restrict military aid to Israel or draw any red lines on Israel's use of US-provided munitions despite President Biden labeling Israel's bombing of Gaza "indiscriminate" and the massive civilian death toll, US officials told CNN. One official said the US does not consider the death of civilians a violation …
(2023-12-14). Saturday 12/16: MLK-informed land allocation in the time of Ukraine, Palestine, and the Tenderloin: a tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2023-12-14). Dealing with Patent Monopolies and High Prices. counterpunch.org Government-granted patent monopolies have become pretty much sacred in the United States. In fact, when high drug prices become a political issue, most discussion, including from progressives, turns reality on its head. The standard story is that the market creates high drug prices, the issue is whether the government should intervene through some type of
(2023-12-14). NDN Collective's Second Week At COP28 In Dubai. popularresistance.org For three weeks, members of NDN Collective's Policy and Advocacy, Regional Deep Dive program, NDN Fund, Communications, Tactical Media, and Creative Resistance Teams, have been on the ground in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Our second week of being on the ground began with the official opening of the United Nations 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) and opening of the International Indigenous Peoples' Pavilion. It was also filled with panels and discussions with panels, side events, participating in actions to uplift the Indigenous caucus' priorities, and tracking negotiations and meeting with government offic…
(2023-12-14). China overtakes U.S. in coffee outlets: report. ecns.cn China has overtaken the U.S. as the largest branded coffee shop market in the world by outlets, according to a report by World Coffee Portal released on Tuesday.
(2023-12-14). Expansion of resources for non-SOEs high on agenda. ecns.cn China has strengthened financial support measures to promote the robust growth of the private economy, with expanding financing channels for private enterprises high on its work agenda.
(2023-12-14). Vaccine manufacturers step up production to prevent infections. ecns.cn As influenza viruses spread, vaccine makers in China are speeding up efforts to guarantee supply, in order to safeguard citizens during the ongoing flu outbreak.
(2023-12-14). Tesla to recall 2m electric vehicles over Autopilot feature. ecns.cn Tesla is recalling more than 2 million electric vehicles in the United States to update its Autopilot driver-assistance software after a federal safety regulator cited safety concerns.
(2023-12-14). Boosting consumption high on 2024 agenda. ecns.cn China is likely to take more steps to revive consumer demand and boost spending appetites next year as it seeks to inject strong impetus into a consumption-led recovery amid pressure from subdued demand and property sector weakness.
(2023-12-14). Event mourns victims of Nanjing Massacre. ecns.cn Nanjing, Jiangsu province, was the focal point of a national ceremony commemorating the 300,000 victims of the Nanjing Massacre on Wednesday, the 86th anniversary of the start of the murderous rampage by invading Japanese troops in 1937.
(2023-12-14). Beijing, Hebei province brace for forecast snow. ecns.cn Despite Beijing's meteorological observatory upgrading its blizzard warning level to orange — the second-highest — on Tuesday night, severe snow and high winds failed to arrive in the capital on Wednesday.
(2023-12-14). Mainland-made planes showcased in Hong Kong. ecns.cn The two planes are being displayed at the HKIA.
(2023-12-14). Beijing reiterates position on South China Sea. ecns.cn China defended its recent maritime law enforcement activities in waters near Ren'ai Reef and Huangyan Island on Wednesday, and decried the United States' endorsement of the Philippines' maritime provocation.
(2023-12-14). Kishida to overhaul scandal-hit cabinet. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday he plans to announce cabinet changes on Thursday amid mounting pressure triggered by political fundraising scandals and expressed his intention to lead the efforts for recovery of trust.
(2023-12-14). Historic deal struck on fossil fuels at COP28. ecns.cn Despite going a day over its official end time of midday on Tuesday, the United Nations climate summit ended with a "Global Stocktake "agreement unanimously approved by 198 nations, marking a historic moment.
(2023-12-14). Record-breaking cold sweeps North China. ecns.cn A cold wave, the strongest so far this winter, is sweeping across large parts of China, with northern regions experiencing record-breaking cold temperatures.
(2023-12-14). World Bank, ADB project China GDP growth of 5.2% in 2023. ecns.cn The World Bank has predicted China's economy will have grown 5.2 percent in 2023, with momentum expected to stabilize in the near term, propelled by a gradual recovery of consumer sentiment and policy stimulus.
(2023-12-14). Concerted efforts key to tackling haze issue in region. ecns.cn Haze has become a serious environmental problem in Southeast Asia as it not only brings a negative impact on human health but also affects economies in the region.
(2023-12-14). COP28 UN conference provides clear vision for a green future. ecns.cn Nearly 200 nations at COP28 United Nations climate change conference approved a roadmap for "the transition away from fossil fuels in energy systems".
(2023-12-14). Beijing police detain man responsible for leaking personal medical records. ecns.cn A man has been placed under administrative detention by Beijing police for leaking a patient's personal medical records, the public security department of Shunyi district said on Thursday.
(2023-12-14). Realty foresees glad tidings next year. ecns.cn Real estate experts anticipate 2024 to be a pivotal year with fresh measures expected to resolve industry risks, reshape realty development framework and facilitate stable economic development.
(2023-12-14). Steps to lift trade will spur exports. ecns.cn China's latest measures to boost foreign trade, coupled with the sector's strong growth in the fourth quarter, will secure the country's exports and jobs in 2024, said analysts and business leaders on Wednesday.
(2023-12-14). State Council approves development plan for Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone. ecns.cn China's State Council on Tuesday approved the development plan for the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, South China's Guangdong Province, further accelerating the integration of the Macao Special Administrative Region and Guangdong Province.
(2023-12-14). China opposes UK foreign secretary's meeting with Jimmy Lai's son. ecns.cn China expressed strong opposition on Wednesday to the latest meeting between UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and the son of notorious media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who is also considered as "modern-day traitor" for his acts and deeds in instigating violent riots in Hong Kong back in 2019.
(2023-12-14). China, U.S. work together for successful COP28: Xie Zhenhua. ecns.cn The Chinese and American teams have worked together to support the success of COP28, which was also one of the goals of the previous joint climate statement between the two countries.
(2023-12-14). Chinese researchers develop novel dry-powder inhaled vaccine technology. ecns.cn Researchers have proposed a new "nano-micro composite" delivery concept for vaccines and developed a single-dose, dry-powder, inhalable vaccine platform.
(2023-12-14). Foodborne disease outbreaks down by 11% since 2021. ecns.cn China's food safety governance has made positive progress with a decrease of 11 percent in the number of foodborne disease outbreaks and a 33.9 percent reduction in the number of related deaths since the beginning of the period covered by the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025).
(2023-12-14). Beijing braces for snowfall. ecns.cn The second snow hit Beijing on Wednesday, turning the city all white overnight.
(2023-12-14). Two home grown aircraft make debuts in Hong Kong. ecns.cn A welcoming ceremony for the two aircraft, which will be displayed until Sunday, was held on Wednesday.
(2023-12-14). Wildfires Have Erased Two Decades' Worth of Air Quality Gains in U.S., Study Finds. pressenza.com In recent years, many people have learned first-hand how destructive wildfires can be. Even if they weren't forced to evacuate their homes, millions in Canada and the United States have had to breathe acrid air polluted with wildfire smoke. By Cristen Hemingway Jaynes A new study has…
(2023-12-14). How police have undermined the promise of body cameras. nationofchange.org Hundreds of millions in taxpayer dollars have been spent on what was sold as a revolution in transparency and accountability.
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Crash Congressman Jimmy Panetta's Fundraiser to Demand a Ceasefire Now! indybay.org
(2023-12-14). In a tight corner. electronicintifada.net An extended family of 28 people are squeezed into a small space within a Gaza school.
(2023-12-14). "Financial confidence": the semantic field of seduction and repression. pressenza.com A communicational and decolonial analysis of Javier Milei's first speech as president | Javier Milei repeated the phrase "the adjustment is inevitable" four times in his first speech as president. He also quoted Roca, Sarmiento and Benegas Lynch (h). He invoked God and "the forces of heaven". He recalled the times of the Expeditionary Campaign to the Desert as the most productive in the country's history. He treated the pre-existing peoples as "barbarians" and indicated that a programme of shock is more efficient than one of gradualism. On the other hand, on a symbolic level, Milei greeted Mauricio Macri during t…
(2023-12-14). Free Palestine Chants for Senator Alex Padilla. indybay.org these are activist chants directed at Senator Alex Padilla – urging him to call for a Ceasefire in Gaza…
(2023-12-14). Free Palestine Chants for Lockheed Martin. indybay.org Free Palestine chants directed at Lockheed Martin…
(2023-12-14). The United States Is Losing Allies On Gaza. popularresistance.org The United States is facing growing domestic and international opposition to its support for the ongoing genocide in Gaza. | Defying the U.S. and Israel, the U.N. General Assembly voted on Tuesday, 153 nations in favor with 10 against, and 23 abstentions for an immediate end to the killing. | Most significantly, the vote on Tuesday showed a slew of U.S. allies abandoning Washington on Gaza. | It is the second time in the past six weeks that the Assembly voted for a permanent ceasefire. On Oct. 27, the vote was 120 in favor, 14 against and 45 abstentions. | After witnessing six more weeks of genocide, 33 more nati…
(2023-12-14). Rescuing Realpolitik From Henry Kissinger. counterpunch.org Henry Kissinger wrote his doctoral dissertation about Europe's "long peace" after the defeat of Napoleon, focusing on how conservative statesmen negotiated the Concert of Europe through a mixture of diplomacy and military power. Kissinger was enamored of this approach to achieving an "equilibrium of forces." The lesson he absorbed, and later applied as a presidential
(2023-12-14). COP28: Navigating petrostate politics and the quest for climate action. nationofchange.org The path forward demands a concerted global effort, alternative strategies, and a commitment to transformative action.
(2023-12-14). Redefining alliance: Sanders urges Biden to reconsider Israel aid amid Gaza crisis. nationofchange.org This move by Sanders comes amidst a period of heightened tension and a reassessment of the U.S.-Israel relationship.
(2023-12-14). Chile: A left-wing government… pressenza.com When the left takes over the government, thanks to an electoral and democratic process, its rulers hasten to achieve their reforms before the forces of reaction manage to destabilise it and return to power. This has happened several times in our troubled regional history and the best-remembered case is that of the assassination of Salvador Allende. | Progressive leaders obviously will be willing to satisfy social demands such as, for example, improving workers' wages, resolving the high housing and health deficits, strengthening public education, and as promised, improving pensions for retirees. | To do this, sta…
(2023-12-14). Enslaved By Nonprofits: How NGOs Colonize Developing Countries. popularresistance.org November 21 marked the 28th anniversary of the signing of the US-brokered Dayton Agreement, which brought an end to the proxy war in Bosnia after three years and eight months. It is an event few celebrate — although there was much cheering in Sarajevo two days later when Stuart Seldowitz, the man who led negotiations on Washington's side, was arrested for subjecting Muslim Americans to vile verbal abuse. | The war in Bosnia — encouraged, financed, armed, and prolonged at every step by the U.S. — tore apart a previously harmonious, inclusive and prosperous republic of Socialist Yugoslavia. In all…
(2023-12-14). SEIU1021 SF General Hospital Workers & Healthcare Workers for Palestine Rally at Hospital. indybay.org San Francisco SEIU 1021 General Hospital workers rallied to prepare for their contract expiration and the growing attacks by Mayor London Breed who is cutting healthcare funds while wanting to increase the police budget by $300 million. They were joined by a contingent to Healthcare Workers For Palestine who called for more money for healthcare and not war.
(2023-12-14). Why Is U.S. Intelligence Lying About the War in Ukraine? sonar21.com
(2023-12-14). Getting Serious About Halting Israeli Genocide. counterpunch.org On Friday, December 8, the UN Security Council met under Article 99 for only the fourth time in the UN's history. Article 99 is an emergency provision that allows the Secretary General to summon the Council to respond to a crisis that "threatens the maintenance of international peace and security." The previous occasions were the
(2023-12-14). Getting serious about halting Israeli genocide. nationofchange.org The real disconnect at the root of this crisis is the one between the isolated looking-glass world of U.S. and Israeli politics and the real world that is crying out for a ceasefire and justice for Palestinians.
(2023-12-14). Power, Protest, and All That's News. counterpunch.org What a world! For eight weeks now, events in Israel and Gaza have been the story of the hour, day, week. And what exactly are we to make of that? Let's start with the obvious: American media coverage of the horrors there has been nonstop since the Hamas slaughter of October 7th. In fact, it's knocked
(2023-12-14). Israeli sniper kills "everyone who moves" in Gaza hospital. electronicintifada.net Physicians say situation is "unbearable" as health system collapses.
(2023-12-14). Conformist Media Outlets Hide Realities of Power. Noam Chomsky Has Exposed Them. indybay.org
(2023-12-14). Gaza And Confronting Power. popularresistance.org The events of the past seven days are sobering no matter where you look. The Israelis' daily attacks in southern Gaza, after telling Gazans in the north to seek refuge there, strips bare the apartheid state's intent to ethnic-cleanse the Gaza Strip and scatter to the winds those of its people who survive. | Is there some word other than "genocide" we should use to name this horror, this stain upon the consciences of everyone who does not raise a voice against it? | It is also clear as of last week that the Biden regime's amoral support for the Israelis' bloodlust in Gaza is destabilizing America and hastening the…
(2023-12-14). Latin America and the Caribbean stand with Palestine: Israel viewed as a US proxy. pressenza.com The countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, with a few notable exceptions, have been critical of Israel's ongoing
(2023-12-14). Rallies held to condemn US veto of UN ceasefire resolution on Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian rallies continue across the world to demand an end to Israel's brutal aggression against the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-14). Thousands attend pro-Palestinian protest in London. presstv.ir The weekly Saturday protests in support of Palestinians return to the streets of London.
(2023-12-14). Thousands march in Paris to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Thousands gathered in Paris to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and show their support for the Palestinian people.
(2023-12-14). Australia plans to halve migrant intake, tighten student visa rules. presstv.ir Australia says it will tighten visa rules for international students and low-skilled workers.
(2023-12-14). Palestinians go on strike in solidarity with Gaza. presstv.ir Public agencies, schools, banks and shops shut in the West Bank to demand Gaza ceasefire.
(2023-12-14). US police arrest activists calling for Gaza ceasefire in Senate building. presstv.ir A group of activists holds a protest in a US Senate office building, calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Migrants, refugees protest in Paris against controversial immigration bill. presstv.ir Hundreds of migrants and refugees took to the streets of Paris on Monday to voice their opposition to a proposed immigration bill…
(2023-12-14). Pro-Palestinians protest the Times, Starbucks, Citigroup over stance on Gaza. presstv.ir Dozens of Pro-Palestinians gathered on Tuesday outside the New York Times.
(2023-12-14). Iran, Saudi Arabia call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, delivery of aid. presstv.ir Iran and Saudi Arabia underline the need for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the besieged territory.
(2023-12-14). Hamas welcomes UN General Assembly vote for immediate Gaza truce. presstv.ir Hamas welcomes a UN General Assembly resolution calling for mounted international pressure on Israel to stop its aggression on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-14). Iran FM says US to blame for influx of refugees to West Asia, Europe. presstv.ir Iran's FM has blamed America's irresponsible actions and its coercive economic measures for the recent influx of refugees to West Asia and also Europe and elsewhere.
(2023-12-14). Iran FM: Israel cannot continue Gaza onslaught without US support. presstv.ir Iran's FM says the Israeli regime can't continue the aggression on the Gaza Strip even for an hour without the United States' full support.
(2023-12-14). Displaced Gazans in tents at Al-Aqsa hospital after heavy rainfall. presstv.ir Displaced Palestinians live in tents at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.
(2023-12-14). Yemeni strikes on Israel-bound ships a message to West to stop Gaza carnage: Hamas. presstv.ir A senior Hamas member says Yemeni retaliatory strikes against ships heading to the Israeli-occupied territories send the message that the West must either stop the Gaza genocide or expect the crisis to expand across the region.
(2023-12-14). Gaza's brave battle against Israel nearing a bright end: Hamas leader. presstv.ir The leader of Hamas resistance movement says the Palestinian's brave battle with the Israeli regime is approaching a bright end thanks to the heroic resistance of fighters and the nation.
(2023-12-14). Iran FM warns about Israeli war crimes' aftermath. presstv.ir Iran says the region and the world are going to be grappling with the aftermath of the Israeli regime's war crimes across the Palestinian territories for years.
(2023-12-14). Aftermath of floods in southern Bolivia. presstv.ir People in the southern Bolivian town of Cotagaita inspect the damage from a flood.
(2023-12-14). Hamas to Press TV: 'We're ready for long war'. presstv.ir Senior Hamas' official reaffirms the movement's determination to continue standing up to the Israeli war against Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Only peace in Gaza can ease Red Sea tensions: Yemeni official. presstv.ir A Yemeni government official says the only way for calm to prevail in the Red Sea is a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Iran downplays as 'foolish' US plans to set up naval task force in Red Sea. presstv.ir Iran's defense chief says outsiders will not be allowed to maneuver in the region.
(2023-12-14). Biden admin. staffers call for Gaza ceasefire at vigil outside White House. presstv.ir Biden administration staffers and political appointees have held a vigil in front of the White House, calling for a permanent ceasefire to end the Israeli regime's months-long devastating war on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-14). Zelensky's aides warn him not to share classified military info with Biden: Report. presstv.ir Top advisors of the Ukrainian president have warned him against sharing classified military information with Biden, fearing leaks, a report says.
(2023-12-14). At least 288 killed in Israeli attacks on UNRWA shelters in Gaza. presstv.ir The UNRWA says at least 288 displaced people in its shelters in Gaza have been killed amid the ongoing Israeli war on the besieged strip.
(2023-12-14). Gaza war will end at once if US cuts off Israel's aid: Ex-CIA analyst. presstv.ir A former CIA analyst says the Israeli aggression against Gaza will end immediately if the US stops the flow of weapons to the occupying entity.
(2023-12-14). The genesis of Hamas. presstv.ir A leaflet issued on December 14, 1987 calling for resistance is considered their first public intervention, though the name Hamas itself was not used until early 1988.
(2023-12-14). 'Let It Be a Tale': On Refaat Alareer and the Martyrdom of the Gaza Intellectual. counterpunch.org What is taking place in Gaza is meant for the history books: an epic tale of a small nation under a long, brutal siege for many years, facing one of the greatest military powers in the world. And yet, it refuses to be defeated. Not even the legendary tenacity of Leo Tolstoy's 'War and Peace'
(2023-12-14). 'Let It Be a Tale': On Refaat Alareer and the Martyrdom of the Gaza Intellectual. counterpunch.org What is taking place in Gaza is meant for the history books: an epic tale of a small nation under a long, brutal siege for many years, facing one of the greatest military powers in the world. And yet, it refuses to be defeated. Not even the legendary tenacity of Leo Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' characters can be compared to the heroism of Gazans, living over a tiny stretch of land while subsisting on the precipice of calamity, even long before the Israeli genocide.
(2023-12-14). Sunday 12/17: Book Club Discussion on Ten Myths About Israel at Revolution Books. indybay.org Revolution Books, 2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley CA 94704…
(2023-12-14). Friday 12/15: Revolutionary Friday: Stop U.S. Funding for Genocide; End the Occupation. indybay.org San Francisco Federal Building | 90 7th Street (Corner of Mission & 7th St.) | San Francisco…
(2023-12-14). Sunday 12/17: Screening of Roadmap to Apartheid & the Struggle Today Against US Funded Israeli Genocide. indybay.org 474 Valencia St.
(2023-12-14). London's spontaneous bus combustion: How is this being allowed to happen? expose-news.com Why are London's buses spontaneously bursting into flames? And why are our politicians not addressing the problem? In the past couple of years, two huge ships carrying thousands of cars have gone …
(2023-12-14). US Navy whistle-blower who exposed spike in pilot heart-related conditions post-vaccination has been placed under investigation. expose-news.com An active-duty officer, Navy Health Administrator and Medical Recruiter in the US Navy Medical Service Corps blew the whistle and revealed data indicating a significant rise in heart-related issues among military pilots …
(2023-12-14). The Consequences of Police in Schools: A North Carolina Case Study. aclu.org At the end of the 2022-2023 school year, when she was 14 years old, a verbal altercation occurred between Amerie and a classmate who was berating her and other classmates. This wasn't the first time that Amerie, a student in North Carolina, faced harassment and bullying from some of her classmates. Her mother, Regina, had repeatedly contacted the school to bring the bullying to their attention, but no interventions took place. | This time, however, the dispute required a teacher to step in, who was later bumped by a student during the intervention. Amerie was taken to the principal's office by a school resourc…
(2023-12-14). Takes One to Know One. counterpunch.org There are a number of blatant ways for terrorist organizations — by which I mean national governments — to justify committing mass murder. Once you start killing, it's hard to stop. But you have to justify what you're doing — a process humanity has been engaged in since the dawn of civilization. We call it
(2023-12-14). Behind bars and beyond burgers: Exposing Alabama's prison labor exploitation. nationofchange.org This lawsuit seeks not only to compensate those who have been exploited, but also to dismantle a system that generates an estimated $450 million annually from this coerced labor.
(2023-12-14). The Method Behind Just Stop Oil's Madness. popularresistance.org Not a lot of people like Just Stop Oil. Its own members would admit to being annoying. Journalists and politicians spend a lot of time denouncing and criminalizing the group's chosen forms of protest. Even those who sympathize with the cause are inclined to criticize the group's brand of civil disobedience as unreasonable or counterproductive. The most common thing I am asked as someone who researches Just Stop Oil, or JSO, is why they disrupt the daily lives of the general public. Wouldn't it make more sense to disrupt the flow of oil directly? Whatever the answer, it is rare that JSO members are given a platfor…
(2023-12-14). Monterey Bay Central Labor Council Calls for Ceasefire in Israel and Palestine. indybay.org On December 6, the Monterey Bay Central Labor Council voted on a statement calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Palestine to local, state, and federal electeds. The Monterey Bay Central Labor Council (MBCLC) is the local body of the AFL-CIO. MBCLC serves as a coalition of the Labor Community in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, with over 80 affiliated unions, representing more than 37,000 union members and their families.
(2023-12-14). Behind Enemy Bars: Palestinian and Israeli Prisoners. orinocotribune.com By Robert Inlakesh — Dec 7, 2023 | The fair treatment of Israeli captives by Hamas has become part of the information war between Palestinians and Tel Aviv. Left unsaid is that there remain thousands of Palestinians in captivity who barely survive their Israeli detention. | The issue of Prisoners of War (POWs) taken captive by Hamas-led Palestinian resistance forces has become one of the key justifications for Israel's military assault on the Gaza Strip. | While western audiences are often presented with the image of these groups as bloodthirsty terrorists, a closer look reveals that Hamas and other factions…
(2023-12-14). Is Big Pharma Over-Selling Depression? counterpunch.org If you watch late-night television you've probably seen the ads for a new antidepressant drug called "Rexulti." It's billed as a break-through cure for people who've already been treated for depression but are still experiencing its symptoms. The manufacturer, Otsuka, is heavily promoting Rexulti just as it did its earlier controversial anti-depressant known as "Abilify."
(2023-12-14). Israeli assault on Jenin enters third day, kills ten. electronicintifada.net Israel's lethal raids in West Bank fail to quell resistance.
(2023-12-14). Formalizan investigación de juicio político contra Joe Biden. telesurtv.net La oposición acusa al actual mandatario de tráfico de influencias cuando era vicepresidente de Estados Unidos en el Gobierno de Barack Obama.
(2023-12-14). Líderes confirman asistencia a cumbre entre Venezuela y Guyana. telesurtv.net Estarán presentes varios primeros ministro de la región del Caribe como Roosevelt Skerritel, de Dominica, quien también es presidente de CARICOM,…
(2023-12-14). Unrwa denuncia que Gaza "ya no es un lugar habitable" telesurtv.net El alto comisionado de Unrwa desmintió las acusaciones de Israel de que miembros de Hamás están robando o desviando la ayuda humanitaria.
(2023-12-14). Caravana con 4.200 migrantes alista salida desde sur de México. telesurtv.net Ante la imposibilidad de conseguir papeles para llegar a la frontera con Estados Unidos de forma legal, en menos de 48 horas, se han alistado en la caravana migrantes procedentes de varios países de la región.
(2023-12-14). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A más de dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 18.600 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-14). Inician delegaciones de Venezuela y Guyana diálogo directo en San Vicente. telesurtv.net La reunión fue acordada con la mediación de la Celac y Caricom, así como del presidente brasileño Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva.
(2023-12-14). Policías de Haití y Kenia ultiman detalles de misión de paz. telesurtv.net El titular policial haitiano estuvo en el Cuartel General de Policía en Nairobi como parte de la visita de tres días.
(2023-12-14). Bajan eventos violentos en Colombia en segundo semestre de 2023. telesurtv.net Entre el primero de enero y el 5 de diciembre se reportaron 1.047 eventos violentos contra líderes sociales.
(2023-12-14). Concluyen franjas de propaganda en TV chilena previo a plebiscito. telesurtv.net Concluye el periodo de franja informativa para publicitar el proyecto constitucional y cualquier otra información electoral.
(2023-12-14). Parlamento de Venezuela aprueba Ley de Presupuesto para 2024. telesurtv.net La Asamblea Nacional aprobó en primera discusión el Proyecto de Presupuesto correspondiente al Ejercicio Económico Financiero 2024.
(2023-12-14). Ataque terrorista deja al menos 40 militares muertos en Mali. telesurtv.net Al momento del ataque la mayoría de los residentes pudieron escapar y solo este miércoles tropas de refuerzo del ejército, procedentes de Sokolo, entraron a la aldea desierta.
(2023-12-14). Central obrera rechaza el ajuste fiscal del Gobierno argentino. telesurtv.net "El plan de ajuste fiscal y cambiario anunciado por el Gobierno generará una fuerte aceleración del proceso inflacionario que dinamitará el poder adquisitivo de los salarios de los trabajadores", reza el comunicado.
(2023-12-14). Denuncian cifra de agresiones contra activistas salvadoreños. telesurtv.net Un integrante de la Red Salvadoreña de Defensoras de Derechos Humanos señaló que la tendencia de estas violaciones va en aumento, en especial contra periodistas, comunicadores y otros activistas.
(2023-12-14). Brasil buscará mantener las buenas relaciones con Argentina. telesurtv.net El gobierno de Brasil asegura que pese a las "diferencias ideológicas" que hay entre los mandatarios de ambas naciones, el gigante latinoamericano buscará fortalecer los lazos con su vecino sureño.
(2023-12-14). Han muerto 18,682 palestinos durante el genocidio de Israel. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Salud de Palestina asegura que aún hay fallecidos que no han sido contabilizados porque sus cadáveres están entre los escombros de las viviendas bombardeadas.
(2023-12-14). Congreso de Perú decidirá el viernes la suspensión de la JNJ. telesurtv.net El congreso peruano buscará destituir a los miembros de la Junta Nacional de Justicia por haber suspendido a la Fiscal General de la República Patricia Benavides.
(2023-12-14). Vladímir Putin: Habrá paz cuando logremos los objetivos. telesurtv.net El mandatario ruso aseguró que la desmilitarización de Ucrania es inminente ya que el país vive "de los regalos de Occidente".
(2023-12-14). Instalan mecanismo de verificación del cese al fuego en Colombia. telesurtv.net Dicho mecanismo lo integran el Ministerio de Defensa Nacional y la Oficina del Alto Comisionado para la Paz, junto a los representantes del Estado Mayor Central de las FARC-EP.
(2023-12-14). Asesinado líder del gremio del transporte informal en Colombia. telesurtv.net La Defensoría del Pueblo trasmitió la Alerta Temprana 019/23 dirigida a líderes sociales y defensores de Derechos Humanos.
(2023-12-14). Capitán del Ejército peruano confiesa disparos contra civiles. telesurtv.net El oficial, quien estuvo destacado con su brigada en el perímetro de la terminal aérea, develó los hechos denunciados en un intento de ser eximido de sus responsabilidades.
(2023-12-14). Protesta laboral paraliza servicios en hospital del sur de Haití. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes además exhortaron a las autoridades sanitarias de la nación caribeña a cumplir con sus reivindicaciones antes de que concluya el año 2023.
(2023-12-14). Arrestan a 29 personas en Ecuador asociadas a crimen organizado. telesurtv.net Según la Fiscalía, el caso denominado Metástasis fue iniciado tras el asesinato del narcotraficante Leandro Norero.
(2023-12-14). Diplomática israelí confirma que Israel no quiere dos Estados. telesurtv.net "Quieren tener un Estado desde el río hasta el mar. Lo dicen alto y claro", afirmó la diplomática de Tel Aviv, en referencia a los palestinos, cuyo territorio fue partido por la ONU en 1947.
(2023-12-14). Presidente ruso repasa agenda internacional en "Línea directa" telesurtv.net El mandatario aseguró que las relaciones entre Rusia y China se encuentran en un nivel "sin precedentes".
(2023-12-14). SHOCKING: BBC Unwittingly Exposes COVID Vaccine's Part in Historic Death Spike. expose-news.com The people of the UK should now be in a state of shock. Instead, they have been distracted by non-stop coverage of war in Ukraine, Palestine and Israel. So they will have …
(2023-12-14). Thursday 12/14: Rally At CPUC- CPUC Cruise Shill & Commissioner John Arnold Out! Blood On Their Hands. indybay.org California Public Utility Commission | McAllister & Van Ness St. | San Francisco…
(2023-12-14). Eric King Released from Prison After 9+ Years as Political Prisoner. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-12-14). Palestine Supporters Rally Outside Biden/Shapiro Fundraiser in Philly. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-12-14). House Speaker Mike Johnson and the Creationists. counterpunch.org Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has been the subject of considerable media attention following his elevation to…
(2023-12-14). UAW keeps Allison Transmission workers on the job two weeks after 96 percent contract rejection. wsws.org Well aware of the growing anger among workers over being kept in the dark, local UAW officials have released a series of "bargaining updates" since Monday, while concealing the real content of their discussions with management.
(2023-12-14). Argentina's Milei announces first batch of class war measures dictated by the IMF. wsws.org On Tuesday, Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced the first set of economic shock measures, which are supposed to set a new bar for attacks against living standards of workers everywhere.
(2023-12-14). Union keeps Northern Virginia transit workers on the job without a contract. wsws.org The Amalgamated Transit Union has closed ranks with the transit system management to oppose any movement of the workers within it.
(2023-12-14). 86-year old FedEx worker dies on Thanksgiving at air freight hub in Memphis, Tennessee. wsws.org Verna Mae Jackson was reaching for a loose piece of mail when the tug operator drove off, pinning her beneath a one-ton dolly.
(2023-12-14). Ford reveals production to be cut in half at Rouge Electric Vehicle Center after Stellantis announces 3,600 job cuts. wsws.org Ford says it is halving 2024 production targets for its electric F-150 Lightning light truck built in Dearborn, Michigan.
(2023-12-14). Wall Street celebrates Fed interest rate "pivot" wsws.org Dow closed at a record high, the first in two years, as other indexes climbed.
(2023-12-14). Actor Brian Cox reading Palestinian poet Refaat al-Ar'eer's If I Must Die viewed more than 11 million times. wsws.org As part of the Palestine Festival of Literature, a video recording was posted Tuesday afternoon of the veteran actor reading al-Ar'eer's last work written before he was assassinated by the Israel Defense Forces.
(2023-12-14). "This is a capitalist government that just wants to dismantle the system, then privatize it": Over half- a-million Quebec public sector workers complete sixth day on strike. wsws.org The workers are determined to win inflation-busting wage increases, put an end to punishing working conditions, and secure major reinvestments in public services.
(2023-12-14). Biden admits Israel is carrying out "indiscriminate bombing": A confession of complicity in war crimes. wsws.org On Tuesday, US President Joe Biden made a series of damning admissions regarding the ongoing genocide in Gaza that makes clear the United States is consciously aiding and abetting what it knows to be war crimes by the Israeli government.
(2023-12-14). Australian government postures over ceasefire, but backs Israeli war machine. wsws.org While voting for the UN resolution, Labor signalled its support for an indefinite Israeli onslaught against Gaza, punctuated only by occasional "humanitarian pauses."
(2023-12-14). Militant protest against genocide in Gaza and censorship of war opponents at Ruhr-Università§t Bochum. wsws.org Pouring rain could not stop the loud and passionate protest of around 200 students and workers at Ruhr-Università§t Bochum (RUB) Tuesday afternoon against the genocide in Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Republican-controlled House votes for impeachment inquiry into Biden. wsws.org The vote was a transparent effort to boost the presidential election campaign of ex-president Donald Trump, himself twice impeached, using the long-known corruption charges against Hunter Biden, the president's son.
(2023-12-14). Australia Labor government unveils plans to slash disability funding. wsws.org NDIS Minister Bill Shorten outlined measures to block most children from the NDIS, and to use "assessors" to deny access to many adult applicants as well.
(2023-12-14). "Block the Boat" actions used as cover for Australian unions' complicity with genocide. wsws.org The pseudo-left is promoting sporadic protests by workers and young people against Israeli ships to cover over the refusal of the Maritime Union of Australia to call strikes.
(2023-12-14). Year-end job cuts spread across the US. wsws.org Job cuts are sweeping across the US economy as corporations purge their payrolls for the coming year.
(2023-12-14). British writer Benjamin Zephaniah: an appreciation. wsws.org A much loved poet, novelist and musician, Zephaniah remained true to the idealistic and angry concerns of his youth, opposing empire and all forms of oppression.
(2023-12-13). This Holiday Season Is a Reminder That Workers Need Federally-Protected Paid Time Off. cepr.net 
The holidays are coming up and many Americans are looking forward to some time off. Unfortunately, some workers may not be able to take vacation, while others may take time off and receive no pay. The United States stands as an outlier among rich countries and even many much poorer countries when it comes to …
(2023-12-13). Israel-Palestine: Ten Israeli soldiers, including senior colonel, killed in Gaza ambush. middleeasteye.net 
Israel-Palestine: Ten Israeli soldiers, including senior colonel, killed in Gaza ambush | Meanwhile, White House national security adviser plans to travel to Israel after President Biden said Israel was losing international support over its 'indiscriminate bombing' of Gaza | Wed, 12/13/2023 – 10: 47 | Israeli soldiers prepare to go to the Gaza Strip, near the border area in southern Israel on 13 D…
(2023-12-13). Israel-Palestine: Ten Israeli soldiers, including senior colonel, killed in Gaza ambush. middleeasteye.net Israel-Palestine: Ten Israeli soldiers, including senior colonel, killed in Gaza ambush | Meanwhile, White House national security advisor plans to travel to Israel after President Biden said Israel was losing international support over its 'indiscriminate bombing' of Gaza | Wed, 12/13/2023 – 10: 47 | In southern Israel near the frontier with Gaza, Israeli soldiers prepare to go to the Gaza Strip…
(2023-12-13). Israel-Palestine war: Google staff at vigil for slain Palestinian intern hit out at firm's Israel ties. middleeasteye.net 
Israel-Palestine war: Google staff at vigil for slain Palestinian intern hit out at firm's Israel ties | Mai Ubeid, a software engineer, was killed along with her whole family in an Israeli air strike in Gaza on 31 October | Wed, 12/13/2023 – 15: 34 | An imam recites a Quranic verse at a vigil for Mai Ubeid in London, England, on 13 December 2023 (MEE/Alex MacDonald) | Google staff protes…
(2023-12-13). Crossing state lines for care: Kate Cox's forced journey from Texas to seek abortion rights. nationofchange.org Cox's case spotlights the intense legal and ethical debates surrounding abortion in America today.
(2023-12-13). Unraveling the knot: The Biden administration's struggle for comprehensive student debt relief. nationofchange.org This article explores the multifaceted journey to reshape student debt relief, a journey that weaves through political, economic, and social intricacies.
(2023-12-13). Why is the UN genocide office silent about Gaza? electronicintifada.net Secretary-general's adviser Alice Wairimu Nderitu is supposed to sound an "early warning" over atrocity crimes.
(2023-12-13). Activists detail frontline struggles against US militarism in Northeast Asia. peoplesdispatch.org The Asia-Pacific region has once again become a hotspot in Washington's new Cold War, as Biden's Indo-Pacific Strategy has been dead set on forging a new anti-China bloc across the region…
(2023-12-13). Celeb Puppets in the News Again. dissidentvoice.org 
(2023-12-13). Will Biden Cave on GOP's Immigration Demands in Ukraine Funding Request? truthout.org President Biden appears to be caving to hard-line Republican demands for a new crackdown on asylum seekers and immigrants nationwide in exchange for more Ukraine funding. As negotiations on the emergency funding request continue, we speak with Democratic Congressmember Greg Casar of Texas about how he and other lawmakers oppose "some of the worst changes to our immigration system in decades."… |
(2023-12-13). As Israel's Genocide Continues, 9 in 10 Gazans Report Lack of Food. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Trump, the Second Time Around. counterpunch.org 
Recently, on a commuter train, I ran into an acquaintance who works for a government agency here in Washington, D.C. Soon after we started chatting, he indicated a desire to switch jobs in case Donald Trump was reelected president in 2024. "I'd like to be somewhere that Trump wouldn't be able to politicize," my buddy
(2023-12-13). Keeping TomDispatch Alive. tomdispatch.com Dear TomDispatch Reader, In 2022, when I was putting together the end-of-year plea I always post to keep TomDispatch going in a tough world, I wrote: "This time around though, I have to wonder whether it may be the last such missive I'll write." Well, as it happens (and thanks to the generosity of the readers of this website), it wasn't. Three hundred and sixty-five days later — the beginning of our 23rd year and halfway through my own 79th year on this ever more embattled planet — I'm back, asking for your support. This is probably the least enjoyable thing I do at TomDispatch. I mean, why should I g…
(2023-12-13). Friday 12/15: Peace Vigil — Call for Ceasefire + Diplomacy Not More Weapons for Ukraine or Israel! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2023-12-13). Monday 12/11: Webinar: Liberate Palestine, Decolonize Medicine. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/HCWLiberatePalestine…
(2023-12-13). Monday 12/11: Los Altos Special Council Meeting. indybay.org 1 N San Antonio Rd | Los Altos, CA…
(2023-12-13). Monday 12/11: Kite-Building in Solidarity. indybay.org San Jose Peace & Justice Center | 48 South 7th Street, Room 101 | San Jose, CA…
(2023-12-13). Monday 12/11: The Electronic Intifada Podcast: Honoring Dr. Refaat Alareer. indybay.org YouTube…
(2023-12-13). Tuesday 12/12: Picket, Rally, and Grief Circle. indybay.org San Francisco, CA | To receive meeting location, RSVP here: bit.ly/nofundsforgenocide…
(2023-12-13). Thursday 12/14: Action: Shut Down Google: No Tech for Genocide. indybay.org 1 Market Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-13). Wednesday 12/13: Virtual event with Mosab Abu Toha. indybay.org
(2023-12-13). Tuesday 12/12: Mothers for Ceasefire Power Hour. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/momsforceasefire…
(2023-12-13). Wednesday 12/13: National Phonebank to Oppose US Money for War Crimes! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-13). Wednesday 12/13: Action: Mobilize to OUSD Board of Directors Meeting. indybay.org 1050 2nd Ave (Great Room) | Oakland, CA | or | Zoom…
(2023-12-13). Saturday 12/16: Action San Francisco: Demand Senator Alex Padilla call for ceasefire now. indybay.org 333 Bush Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-13). Constitutional Law Expert: New Federal Indictments Against Hunter Seek To Avoid Entangling Joe Biden, 'The Big Guy'. moguldom.com The recent 56-page indictment of President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden for tax evasion has caused uneasiness in the Democratic space. There are allegations of a four-year pattern of criminal behavior aimed at financing his extravagant lifestyle. While the charges against Hunter are compelling, what's equally intriguing is how the Justice Department has seemingly and …
(2023-12-13). American Credit Card Debt Is Over $1 Trillion: 5 Things To Know About Avoiding Making Credit Card Companies Rich, Black America Poor. moguldom.com Credit card debt in the United States has surged to over $1 trillion, with millions of Americans falling into the dangerous trap of revolving credit card balances. While credit cards can offer convenience, they can also lead to financial stress and wealth disparities, particularly in Black communities. Here are five things to know about credit …
(2023-12-13). Action Taken Against BNY Mellon in Solidarity with Palestine! indybay.org
(2023-12-13). Argentina estaba al borde del precipicio: ødio un paso al frente? globalizacion.ca El ultraderechista Javier Milei es el nuevo presidente de Argentina para los próximos cuatro años: al asumir el cargo ratificó su plan ´motosierra ª y dijo que el ajuste recaerá sobre el Estado y no sobre el sector privado, pero reconoció…
(2023-12-13). Cage director banned from entering Switzerland to address meeting at UN. middleeasteye.net 
Cage director banned from entering Switzerland to address meeting at UN | Muhammad Rabbani held at Geneva Airport in latest travel disruption which he says is a consequence of France adding his name to a European no-fly database | Wed, 12/13/2023 – 15: 24 | Earlier this year, Rabbani accused France of placing him on a European no-entry list after he was banned from entering Poland to speak at a co…
(2023-12-13). eWeek highlights digitalization's growing environmental footprint. nationofchange.org The digital transformation the world has seen is causing raw material depletion, an increase in water and energy use, and more pollution and waste, the speakers said.
(2023-12-13). As The Climate Summit Closes, A Single Sentence Offers Hope. levernews.com 
(2023-12-13). A Flawed and Dangerous Presence: US Troops in Syria. dissidentvoice.org Despite a focus on boxing China in the Indo-Pacific, US involvement in the Middle East continues to be widespread and problematic. While Israel is given its regular steroid diet of murderous arms, US military personnel find themselves scattered throughout a myriad of bases and countries. Recently, Kentucky Republican Senator Rand Paul decided that Syria should …
(2023-12-13). COP28: Where fossil fuel industries go to gloat. greenleft.org.au 
COP28 is shaping up as another failure, argues Binoy Kampmark.
(2023-12-13). Gaza Is Deliberately Being Made Uninhabitable. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2023-12-13). Canadian Tire Fire #66: Solidarity Demonstrations and Blockades Spread, Encampment Defense. itsgoingdown.org 
In this issue, we bring you a round up of a huge number of actions and demonstrations in solidarity with Palestine that have happened over the last month. Across the country, people have held massive protests, blocked infrastructure, pressured politicians, and disrupted the business of complicit companies. We've also got an update on encampment defense…
(2023-12-13). Canada's UN Vote for Ceasefire Shows It Is Gradually Ceding to Public Pressure. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Changing U.S. Policy on Gaza is Overdue. counterpunch.org 
The overwhelming U.N. General Assembly vote for a cease-fire in Gaza is the clearest demonstration of the desires of the international community to end the Gaza massacre. The U.N. General Assembly vote follows the U.N. Security Council vote demanding a cease-fire that was only opposed by the U.S., with Great Britain abstaining. While U.N. Security
(2023-12-13). Arizona Supreme Court Hears Arguments Against 1864 Anti-Abortion Law. truthout.org The Arizona state Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Tuesday regarding an anti-abortion law that has been on the books since the time the state was a territory. The 1864 law, passed nearly half a century before Arizona was even a state, forbids abortions at all stages of a pregnancy unless the life of a pregnant person is at risk. It's currently being enforced in tandem with a different 15-week… |
(2023-12-13). New York's Highest Court Orders New Congressional Maps Be Drawn. truthout.org The New York Court of Appeals, the highest court in the state judicial system, issued an order Tuesday night for an independent commission to redraw congressional districts for the 2024 election, deeming the boundaries that had been previously drawn as following an unlawful process. The order is viewed as likely to benefit Democrats, who are expected to gain between two and six seats currently… |
(2023-12-13). SCOTUS Takes Up Case That Could Help Trump Delay Election Subversion Trial. truthout.org The United States Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal from a Trump loyalist who took part in the attack on the U.S. Capitol building on January 6, 2021, setting up the possibility that his case will result in delays for former President Donald Trump's own trial, which is supposed to begin in March. The Court's decision to hear the appeal — from a man named Joseph W. Fischer… |
(2023-12-13). Anti-Genocide Protestors Arrested At US Capitol. popularresistance.org U.S. Capitol police arrested demonstrators calling for the end of U.S. support for Israel's genocide on Monday. | The demonstrators, chanting "Free Palestine" and "Stop the Genocide" were standing in the courtyard of the Hart Senate Building on Capitol Hill on Monday when they were arrested by Capitol police. | Demonstrations have been ongoing throughout the United States to put pressure on Congress and the Biden administration to cease its complicity in genocide. Film by Ford Fischer of News2Share.
(2023-12-13). teleSUR y canales públicos brasileños firman acuerdo. telesurtv.net Este convenio se firma con el objetivo de fortalecer los lazos de amistad y colaboración que promoverá la diversidad y el pluralismo en la información.
(2023-12-13). Tuesday 12/12: Candlelight Vigil for Berkeley Ceasefire Resolution. indybay.org 1231 Addison Way, Berkeley, just outside City Council mtg room and on the sidewalk on Addison…
(2023-12-13). US Palestinians Feel Helpless as Our Tax Dollars Fund Our Families' Destruction. truthout.org I am an OB/GYN physician and Palestinian American mother to a 7-month-old, Zaina. My husband Yahia and I are both from Gaza living in the diaspora in Chicago. We both can trace our families' roots in Palestine for multiple generations dating back hundreds of years. So much of our love story and vows are built on being kids from the same hometown, and on our love and longing for where we are from. |
(2023-12-13). Israel-Palestine: MPs call on UK government to halt arms exports to Israel over war crimes. middleeasteye.net 
(2023-12-13). Republicans Tell Zelensky No Ukraine Aid Until Border Deal. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was told by Republicans in Washington on Tuesday that Congress won't be authorizing new aid for Ukraine until a deal with Democrats on border issues can be reached. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) met with Zelensky and told him that Republicans support Ukraine but wouldn't send more aid until "a transformative …
(2023-12-13). UN General Assembly Overwhelmingly Votes to Demand Gaza Ceasefire. news.antiwar.com The UN General Assembly on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to adopt a resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza as global opposition to the US-backed Israeli massacre of Palestinians continues to rise. Out of the 193 members of the General Assembly, 153 countries supported the resolution, 10 voted against it, and 23 abstained. The US and Israel …
(2023-12-13). Houthi Official Says Gaza Ceasefire Is Only Way to 'Restore Calm' in the Red Sea. news.antiwar.com A Houthi official said on Wednesday that the only way to "restore calm" in the Red Sea is through a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip amid reports of another Houthi attack in the waters. Yemen's Houthi movement, formally known as Ansar Allah, has been targeting commercial vessels in the Red Sea that they claim are …
(2023-12-13). Israel Says Gaza Onslaught Will Continue 'With or Without' World Support. news.antiwar.com Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen on Wednesday vowed that the brutal Israeli assault on Gaza will continue "with or without" global support after the UN General Assembly voted overwhelmingly in support of a ceasefire. "Israel will continue the war against Hamas with or without international support. A ceasefire at the current stage is a gift …
(2023-12-13). Poland's New Prime Minister Vows to Rally Western Support for Ukraine. news.antiwar.com Donald Tusk, Poland's new pro-EU prime minister, was sworn in on Wednesday, a day after delivering a speech where he vowed his government would push for the West to continue supporting Ukraine in its war with Russia. Tusk, who previously served as prime minister from 2007-2014, promised Poland's "full involvement with Ukraine in this cruel …
(2023-12-13). US Says It Plans to Resume Security Partnership With Niger. news.antiwar.com A US official said Wednesday that the US is planning to resume its security partnership with…
(2023-12-13). EU's Top Diplomat: Destruction in Gaza May be Worse Than Germany in WWII. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). No Virginia, That's Not Snow over Gaza and Lebanon for the Holiday; It's White Phosphorus Sent by Uncle Sam. thiscantbehappening.net Visitors and occasional readers of ThisCantBeHappening who aren't on our blast list may not know it, but we are. in the process of moving our now 14-year-old news site to Substack.com, a subscription platform that will cost $8 a month to subscribers, $80 per year or $150 for a lifetime subscription. At this point I … |
(2023-12-13). NATO impressed by Israel's genocide tech. electronicintifada.net Alliance praised Israel's use of AI shortly before the current war.
(2023-12-13). Saturday 12/16: MLK-informed land allocation in the time of Ukraine, Palestine, and the Tenderloin: a tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2023-12-13). Democracy Now! 2023-12-13 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 13, 2023; Phase Down, Not Phase Out: COP28 Deal on Fossil Fuels Disappoints Activists & Vulnerable States; Exclusive: Palestinian Diplomat Who Went Viral for U.N. Speech Says Israel & U.S. Are Isolated on Gaza; Rep. Greg Casar: Biden Must Not Cave on GOP's Hard-Line Immigration Demands in Ukraine Funding Request | Headlines for December 13, 2023; Phase Down, Not Phase Out: COP28 Deal on Fossil Fuels Disappoints Activists & Vulnerable States; Exclusive: Palestinian Diplomat Who Went Viral for U.N. Speech Says Israel & U.S. Are Isolated on Gaza; Rep. Greg Casar: Biden Must Not Cave on GOP…
(2023-12-13). Democracy Now! 2023-12-13 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 13, 2023; Phase Down, Not Phase Out: COP28 Deal on Fossil Fuels Disappoints Activists & Vulnerable States; Exclusive: Palestinian Diplomat Who Went Viral for U.N. Speech Says Israel & U.S. Are Isolated on Gaza; Rep. Greg Casar: Biden Must Not Cave on GOP's Hard-Line Immigration Demands in Ukraine Funding Request | Headlines for December 13, 2023; Phase Down, Not Phase Out: COP28 Deal on Fossil Fuels Disappoints Activists & Vulnerable States; Exclusive: Palestinian Diplomat Who Went Viral for U.N. Speech Says Israel & U.S. Are Isolated on Gaza; Rep. Greg Casar: Biden Must Not Cave on GOP…
(2023-12-13). A Flawed and Dangerous Presence: US Troops in Syria. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Genocide and a Holocaust — Palestine, Gaza AD 2023. Open Letter to Lord Cameron, U.K. Foreign Secretary. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). The Tale of Two Presidents: Putin and Steinmeier Different Treatment in the Middle East. Shifting Geopolitical Paradigm? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). An Extension of Nazism: How Did Zionism Collaborate With Hitler to Establish 'Israel'? orinocotribune.com By Mohammad Ali Fakih — Dec 8th, 2023 | One of the more significant outcomes of the Al-Aqsa Flood Operation is that it has forced researchers in the history of the Zionist movement to confront the "phobia" of exposing historical facts that occurred during World War II, that would reveal their collaboration with Nazism. This movement, characterized by unethical tactics such as difficult-to-detect lies, exaggeration of facts, presenting opinion as truth, espousing contentious concepts as clear-cut, and fostering false connections and herd instinct, has long excelled in obfuscating the association between Zion…
(2023-12-13). 73 years on, China and Vietnam strive for a shared future. ecns.cn China and Vietnam established diplomatic relations in 1950 and forged a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership in 2008.
(2023-12-13). Harvard president keeps post after controversy. ecns.cn Claudine Gay will remain the 30th president of Harvard University as the top governing board of the oldest college in the U.S. on Tuesday gave her its full support.
(2023-12-13). Ukraine bid for more aid resisted in U.S. ecns.cn Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Washington this week to secure billions of dollars more of funding is running into opposition in the U.S. Congress.
(2023-12-13). 126 drugs to be added to national basic medical insurance. ecns.cn China will add 126 drugs to a revised national basic medical insurance list, the National Healthcare Security Administration said on Wednesday.
(2023-12-13). Wild boar kills one, injures three in Hubei. ecns.cn In an unfortunate incident, a wild boar entered Qinglong village in Fenyan town, Jianli city, Hubei province, leading to one fatality and three injuries on Tuesday, Beijing News reported.
(2023-12-13). Xi meets Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, met on Wednesday with Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong.
(2023-12-13). Xi says upgrade of China-Vietnam ties sends signal of solidarity, joint development. ecns.cn Xi Jinping said Wednesday the announcement to build the China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance sends out a positive signal of the two socialist countries' commitment to solidarity, friendship and joint development.
(2023-12-13). Xi meets Vietnamese PM. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, met on Wednesday with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
(2023-12-13). Xi meets chairman of National Assembly of Vietnam. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, met on Wednesday with Chairman of National Assembly of Vietnam Vuong Dinh Hue.
(2023-12-13). China's economy able to buffer short-term pressures, stands out on a global scale. ecns.cn China has ample space in macroeconomic policies to buffer short-term pressures, said Han Wenxiu, an official with the office of the Central Committee for Financial and Economic Affairs, on Wednesday.
(2023-12-13). Nepali student appreciates development opportunities brought by BRI. ecns.cn Mary, a Nepali student in China with the Chinese name of Ma Li, said she is very appreciative of the development opportunities that the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has brought to her homeland.
(2023-12-13). Xi says China, Vietnam should be alert to and oppose any attempts to mess up Asia-Pacific. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said Wednesday that China, Vietnam should be alert to and oppose any attempts to mess up Asia-Pacific.
(2023-12-13). Snowfall in Beijing causes flight, train delays and personal injury. ecns.cn Affected by the first snow this winter, 465 flights were canceled at the Beijing Capital International Airport and 216 at the Beijing Daxing International Airport.
(2023-12-13). Chinese youth adopt self-imagined 'plots' to save money. ecns.cn "Saving money in virtual plots" is a recent trend among Chinese youth, who simulate various life scenarios involving romance, adventure, etc.
(2023-12-13). 2023 annual character across Taiwan Strait unveiled. ecns.cn The Chinese character "Ëûç", ron…° in pinyin, was chosen as the 2023 annual character across the Taiwan Strait.
(2023-12-13). China's national railway sees increase of passengers. ecns.cn China's national railway network handled 3.56 billion passenger trips from January to November, a year-on-year increase of 126 percent, according the national railway operator China State Railway Group.
(2023-12-13). Relics of Nanjing Massacre undercut denials. ecns.cn The Memorial Hall for the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders has collected 193,000 sets of cultural relics that prove, by their simple existence, the undeniable reality of the Nanjing Massacre, which apologists continue to downplay on the anniversary of the events.
(2023-12-13). China marks 10th National Memorial Day for Nanjing Massacre victims. ecns.cn China holds the national memorial ceremony for the Nanjing Massacre victims at the Memorial Hall of the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders in Nanjing, capital of East China's Jiangsu Province, Dec. 13, 2023.
(2023-12-13). Snow blankets sand dunes in Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn Massive sand dunes are clad in a white layer of snow, creating a picturesque landscape in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.
(2023-12-13). In Numbers: Bilateral trade between China, Vietnam hits monthly record high. ecns.cn
(2023-12-13). Extreme cold grips Hulunbuir in Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn Hulunbuir,"ÄÄnorth China's"ÄÄInner Mongolia Autonomous Region, experienced a widespread temperature drop on Tuesday, with temperatures in many places lower than minus 40 degrees Celsius, reaching the "extremely cold" weather. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-13). Hong Kong and Zhuhai airports start transfer service. ecns.cn The "Fly from Hong Kong via Zhuhai" policy, which took effect on Tuesday, allows travelers arriving at Zhuhai Jinwan Airport on the Chinese Mainland to travel via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge to Hong Kong International Airport to fly to overseas destinations without going through immigration in Hong Kong. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-13). Food Safari in Yunnan | Papaya water. ecns.cn Go through the Panxi railway station of Yunnan-Vietnam Railway. It is a farmer's market that embodies the essence of a small town life. The taste of papaya water allows you to recall from Vietnam to Yunnan, and spreads from the tip of your tongue to mind.
(2023-12-13). Cargo train trips exceed 9,000 via land-sea trade corridor in 2023. ecns.cn Cargo train trips via the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor had exceeded 9,000 this year as of Tuesday, backed by vigorous trade between China and Southeast Asian countries. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-13). China's national flag flies at half-mast to mourn for Nanjing Massacre victims. ecns.cn China's national flag was flown at half-mast during a memorial ceremony held on Wednesday in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, to mourn the Nanjing Massacre victims. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-13). Children's Protection from Chemical Hazards Pushed. pressenza.com 13 December 2023, Quezon City. Children, including babies in the womb, are highly vulnerable to the harmful effects of hazardous chemicals that can put their health and future at risk, thus the need for research, policies, and risk communication to prevent and reduce early life exposures. | The vulnerability of children to environmental toxicants was duly emphasized at a recent seminar jointly organized by the toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition and the research unit of the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health (ASMPH) with over 65 people from various community and non-government organizations in atte…
(2023-12-13). Latest COP28 Draft Does Not Mention Fossil Fuel Phaseout. pressenza.com As the United Nations By Cristen Hemingway Jaynes | The draft deal is the precursor to a final round of…
(2023-12-13). Rape, war and human rights: the real story. mronline.org Sexual abuse is too serious to be treated as a justification for war, argues Lindsey German.
(2023-12-13). Sweden is giving Elon Musk a taste of union strength. mronline.org Let's hope Swedish workers win and workers in all countries where Tesla operates take note and act accordingly.
(2023-12-13). U.S., Big Oil exploit Guyana border dispute to attack Venezuela. mronline.org Until recently Guyana was the third-poorest country in Latin America. U.S. business journals have been painting a picture of Guyana potentially becoming the richest country in Latin America.
(2023-12-13). U.S. blocks Gaza peace proposal at UN for 3rd time, holding world hostage. mronline.org The U.S. government has paralyzed the United Nations, voting against the rest of the world and preventing peace in Gaza by vetoing three different resolutions in the Security Council. Meanwhile, Washington continues giving weapons to Israel.
(2023-12-13). Dec 13, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ Mouskouri & Zambetas — Siko Horepse Sirtaki Israel as a Conquering State, by Bill Astore United Nations Honor, United States Shame in Gaza, by Jeffrey D. Sachs MoA: 'Have You No Decency?' — John Mearsheimer Take Of The War In Gaza BRICS and the Resistance Axis: a convergence of goals, by Pepe Escobar Day 67: Israeli forces storm Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia Gaza Is Deliberately Being Made Uninhabitable, by Caitlin Johnstone Another Israeli Speaks Out On October 7 IDF Killings — Ryan Cristián Video UN Members Support Gaza Cease-Fire in Overwhelming 153-10 Vote, by Jessica…
(2023-12-13). Almost a million Salvadorans registered to vote abroad. plenglish.com San Salvador, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) Nearly one million Salvadorans with Unique Identity Documents (DUI) will be able to vote from abroad in the 2024 elections, reported today Fernando Velasco, president of the National Registry of Natural Persons (RNPN).
(2023-12-13). Guterres welcomes regional effort for peace in Sudan. plenglish.com United Nations, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) The Secretary General of the UN, António Guterres, today welcomed the steps of progress within the Extraordinary Assembly of Heads of State and Government of East Africa to achieve peace in Sudan.
(2023-12-13). Don't Stop: Continuing The Fight Against Cop City. popularresistance.org Starting in April 2021, people in Atlanta, Georgia set out to defend Weelaunee Forest, where politicians and profiteers are attempting to build a police training compound known as Cop City. Over the past two and a half years, this movement has given rise to one of the fiercest struggles in North America. Opponents of Cop City have repeatedly destroyed equipment and forced contractors to withdraw from the construction project, while the authorities have killed one forest defender and pressed outlandish racketeering charges against 61 more, including the members of a legal support collective.
(2023-12-13). Snubbing Modi, Biden likely to skip Indian Republic Day celebrations. geo.tv 
US official says Biden highly unlikely to visit after India's assassination plan to execute Sikh leader was exposed…
(2023-12-13). 'Caught in Providence' star judge Frank Caprio diagnosed with cancer. geo.tv 
"I know this is a long road, and I'm full prepared to fight as hard as I can," says Frank Caprio…
(2023-12-13). OIC 'concerned' over Indian SC verdict upholding decision to abrogate IIOJK special status. geo.tv 
OIC reiterates its call to reverse all illegal and unilateral measures taken by India since Aug 2019…
(2023-12-13). Selected Articles: History of Post Cold War Era: Western Interference and Subversion Abroad. globalresearch.ca 
By Beginning in 1997 the US had been conducting military exercises in former Soviet republics, under the banner of NATO's so-called Partnership for …
(2023-12-13). Climate is the real threat, protesters tell defence conference. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-13). Ecosocialist Bookshelf, December 2023. greenleft.org.au 
Climate and Capitalism editor Ian Angus presents eight important new books for rebels and revolutionaries on your gift list…
(2023-12-13). Health care workers for Palestine call for a permanent ceasefire. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-13). Labor votes down Lidia Thorpe's bill to uphold First Nation's rights in law. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). Labor's new AUKUS bill declares Osborne in SA, Stirling in WA as nuclear zones. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). Labor's new punitive refugee laws criticised. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). Mainstream media's Israel bias comes under pressure. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). Multiple faith groups target PM on climate. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-13). NDIS Review: Is Labor adopting the Coalition's cuts? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). 'Shared values' exposed as a naked lie. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). Tamil refugees hope to ask Richard Marles for permanent visas. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). Two charts show we are way off track for net zero by 2050. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-13). 'You don't betray your sources': Disrupt Burrup Hub tells the ABC. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-13). Covid-19 Vaccines Lead to New Infections and Mortality: The Evidence is Overwhelming. globalresearch.ca Vaccination has spread worldwide. And everywhere it has been followed by a dramatic rise in new infections and mortality. How many deaths and severe accidents will it take for governments, WHO, health agencies FDA, EMA, to look at the proven results of this experimental pseudo-vaccination?
(2023-12-13). Free Palestine Chants for Senator Alex Padilla. indybay.org these are activist chants directed at Senator Alex Padilla – urging him to call for a Ceasefire in Gaza…
(2023-12-13). Free Palestine Chants for Lockheed Martin. indybay.org Free Palestine chants directed at Lockheed Martin…
(2023-12-13). UN Resolution 181: The Partition of Arab Palestine in 1947. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Argentina — Milei y el regreso de la teología política. globalizacion.ca Por supuesto que es posible banalizar al presidente. Restarle importancia. Minimizarlo. Pero sería un grave error. Me refiero no sólo a la posibilidad de burlarse de él, o de "patologizarlo", que es una buena forma de bajarle el precio. Pero…
(2023-12-13). Cuban president calls for an end to genocide in Gaza. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) President Miguel Díaz-Canel called for an end to the genocide being perpetrated by Israel, in collaboration with the United States, against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-13). Daniel Diez in memory of Cuba and Televisión Serrana. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) The Fernando Birri Prize of the International School of Cinema and Television (EICTV) was awarded to "Televisión Serrana," a project founded in Cuba 30 years ago by its creator, recently deceased Daniel Diez.
(2023-12-13). Zelensky's "rose-tinted" speeches no longer convince his team or military. infobrics.org The West reportedly wants to replace Zelensky.
(2023-12-13). Mainstream propaganda machine doubles down on 'Russia losing' fantasies. infobrics.org "Russia has lost a staggering 87% of the total number of active-duty ground troops it had prior to launching its invasion of Ukraine and two-thirds of its pre-invasion tanks," CNN claims, citing a "declassified US intelligence assessment provided to Congress".
(2023-12-13). Israeli Soldiers Executing Women and Children While the World Refuses to Invoke the Genocide Convention. libya360.wordpress.com Craig Murray To the world's diplomats the enormity of a genocide appears less troubling than the enormity of doing something about it. Al Jazeera are leading their news with the execution of Palestinian civilians, including women and toddlers, inside the school in Jabalia where they were sheltering. They were all shot at point blank range, with…
(2023-12-13). Malaysia Must Invoke the Genocide Convention. libya360.wordpress.com Syed Hamid Albar Children react following an Israeli air strike on Palestinian houses, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip December 12, 2023. Since October 2023, the world has witnessed Israel's unrelenting assault on the Palestinian people. At the time of writing, at…
(2023-12-13). Palestine and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 75 Years Later. libya360.wordpress.com Maha Abdullah, Aseil Abu-Baker, Lina Ali, & Marya Farah United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (Center) speaks during a press conference at the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, October 20, 2023. (Photo: © Gehad Hamdy/dpa via ZUMA Press/APA Images) The system of international law affords impunity to the strong, while the weak…
(2023-12-13). Palestine: Understanding Yemen's Role. libya360.wordpress.com The Yemeni Armed Forces announced that it had launched two direct attacks on Israeli ships in the Bab Al-Mandab Strait off Yemen's coast on December 3. The spokesperson for the Forces said that the attacks were in response to the demands of the Yemeni people and the "free people of our Arab and Islamic nation,…
(2023-12-13). Rebuilding Gush Katif: The Scheme to Return Jewish Settlers to Gaza. libya360.wordpress.com William Van Wagenen Once viewed as a fringe group, Israel's messianic settler movement holds the reins of power today. Their plans for the ethnic cleansing and resettlement of Gaza needed only two things: a big war and an extremist government. Almost three weeks into Israel's bloody ground invasion of Gaza, an Israeli soldier filmed a…
(2023-12-13). Anarchist Prisoner Eric King Released to Halfway House After Ten Years. itsgoingdown.org Following nearly ten years of incarceration and numerous attempts by the State to frame, murder, and break him — anarchist prisoner Eric King has now been released and is headed to a half-way house "for several weeks," reports supporters. Imprisoned for taking direct action in solidarity with the Ferguson uprising, Eric King survived everything from…
(2023-12-13). Final COP28 Deal Bears the Fingerprints of the Fossil Fuel Industry. truthout.org The COP28 climate summit in Dubai ended Wednesday with an agreement that, for the first time, explicitly endorsed a move away from fossil fuels — a weak but historic signal that the oil and gas era may be coming to an end. But the deal, dubbed the UAE Consensus, is also chock full of escape hatches that will allow the fossil fuel industry to persist and thrive in ways that are incompatible with… |
(2023-12-13). MAGA's Revanchist Roots: A Tale of Tropes. counterpunch.org 
A year out from the 2024 presidential election, a New York Times/Siena poll showed the Republican former President Donald Trump leading the incumbent Democrat Joe Biden in five of six swing states — this, despite Trump having skipped two televised Republican Party debates and facing 4 criminal indictments.[1] Trump's defiance of political gravity has spawned
(2023-12-13). MAGA's Revanchist Roots: a Tale of Tropes. counterpunch.org Trump's defiance of political gravity has spawned a genre of Trump-studies, most focused on his character and the personalities of his devotees: The title of New York Times's Maggie Haberman's book Confidence Man is coda for her attribution of Trumpism to the perverse magnetism of his arrested development; Robert Draper's Weapons of Mass Delusion follows suit, psychologizing his followers' plunge "into a Trumpian cult of compulsive disassembling and conspiracy mongering."
(2023-12-13). The Horrors of Gaza. fpif.org The greatest horror of the war between Israel and Gaza is that it shouldn't have happened in the first place. Israeli intelligence Although the document was widely distributed among military and intelligence officials, the Israeli government did not act. It did not send reinforcements to the border. It did not modify th…
(2023-12-13). Death and Destruction in Gaza: "Have You No Decency?" Prof. John J. Mearsheimer. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Tragedy in Gaza: The killing of Refaat Alareer and the escalating humanitarian crisis. nationofchange.org "I feel such shame." These words echo the collective conscience of a world grappling with the complexities and moral implications of the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
(2023-12-13). Why Activists Shut Down The 2023 APEC Summit In San Francisco. popularresistance.org From Nov. 11-17, leaders from 20 nations across the Pacific Rim gathered in San Francisco for the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit. An activist coalition known as No to APEC greeted the visiting world leaders with a countersummit decrying APEC as a forum to advance the interests of transnational corporations at the expense of workers and the environment. While the Biden administration worked to construct a new free trade regime in the Pacific exclusive of China, known as the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), grassroots organizations in the No to APEC Coalition advanced an alternate vis…
(2023-12-13). Cuarenta años de democracia: "por sus frutos los conocereís" globalizacion.ca Un día como el de hoy, hace exactamente 40 años atrás, en una plaza de mayo rebosante de entusiasmo y voluntarismo democrático, asumía el gobierno un presidente nuevamente electo constitucionalmente. | Se trataba del radical Raúl Alfonsín. Fue emocionante el acompañamiento…
(2023-12-13). Boycott HP- Campaign Update during #GazaGenocide. bdsmovement.net 
(2023-12-13). Worn out from Gaza's war. electronicintifada.net Living in an asbestos-filled apartment in Rafah is not the life I expected for myself.
(2023-12-13). Milei's Argentina to Finalize Theft of Venezuelan 747 Cargo Jet. orinocotribune.com The airplane belonging to the Venezuelan firm EMTRASUR, affiliated with Conviasa, which was illegally detained at the Ezeiza International Airport in June 2022 was moved from the maintenance runway after an Argentine court ratified the confiscation of the aircraft following a US request. | The transfer took place one day after the inauguration of far-right president Javier Milei in the South American nation. | The Boeing 747-300 was detained in Argentina in June 2022 at the request of Washington, which alleged that its sales process was "illegal" because, according to a United States (US) judge, it violated the u…
(2023-12-13). SEIU1021 SF General Hospital Workers & Healthcare Workers for Palestine Rally at Hospital. indybay.org San Francisco SEIU 1021 General Hospital workers rallied to prepare for their contract expiration and the growing attacks by Mayor London Breed who is cutting healthcare funds while wanting to increase the police budget by $300 million. They were joined by a contingent to Healthcare Workers For Palestine who called for more money for healthcare and not war.
(2023-12-13). Prisoners of Context. counterpunch.org 
One of the first things they tell you in tenth grade biology class is that we are all submerged in an ocean of air. That is an ocean made up of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and 1% other gases plus water vapor. Just like a fish out of water, we can't survive outside of this
(2023-12-13). The 'brain drain' is a symptom of how capitalism has failed the healthcare sector. peoplesdispatch.org Every year, thousands of healthcare workers leave South Africa, in order to chase better opportunities, as wealthier countries exploit desperate working conditions faced by them. This brain drain is a direct result of neoliberal policies, especially austerity…
(2023-12-13). U.S. empire humiliated at the UN: The world stands with Palestine! liberationnews.org 
By a margin of 153-10, the countries of the world called for an end to Biden and Netanyahu's massacre.
(2023-12-13). The Moral Bankruptcy of U.S. Policy in Palestine. counterpunch.org 
(2023-12-13). The Moral Bankruptcy of U.S. Policy in Palestine. counterpunch.org Among the many memories I have of growing up in Tehran are of my elementary school days in Ms. Naji's class. On one occasion, she assigned a poem by the celebrated 13th-century Iranian poet and mystic, Saadi Shirazi. Our class was asked to write our reflections on Saadi's poem from his book, the Gulistan (flower land). Little did
(2023-12-13). Salario mínimo en México: realidad y perspectiva. globalizacion.ca El pasado 1 de diciembre la Comisión Nacional de Salarios Mínimos (CONASAMI) anunció la aplicación del aumento a los salarios mínimos para el año 2024 del 20 por ciento. El salario mínimo general pasa de 207.44 a 248.93 pesos; mientras…
(2023-12-13). Forcible Transfer Of 85% Of Gazans Is A Crime Against Humanity. popularresistance.org Since the October 7 attacks by Hamas that killed 1,200 people in Israel, the Israeli occupying forces have killed more than 17,000 Palestinians, over 7,000 of them children, and wounded more than 46,000. Close to 1.9 million people — about 85 percent of Gaza's population — have been forced to flee their homes and squeeze into roughly one-third of the Gaza Strip. | The vast majority of people in Gaza have been displaced and are on the verge of starvation. | On October 13, in anticipation of its ground invasion into Gaza, Israel ordered 1.1 million Palestinians in northern Gaza to evacuate to the south…
(2023-12-13). UN General Assembly votes overwhelmingly for Gaza ceasefire. electronicintifada.net Palestinian civilians arbitrarily detained and tortured by Israeli ground forces.
(2023-12-13). Israel-Palestine war: US senator demands Biden withdraw support for $10bn in aid to Israel. middleeasteye.net 
Israel-Palestine war: US senator demands Biden withdraw support for $10bn in aid to Israel | Senator Bernie Sanders called on Biden administration to support ceasefire efforts at UN | Wed, 12/13/2023 – 18: 07 | US Senator Bernie Sanders speaks to reporters before a Senate luncheon at the US Capitol on 12 December 2023 in Washington DC (AFP) |
(2023-12-13). Ret. Col. Ann Wright Unmasks the Truth in Arms Transfer Debate. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 68: Israel announces death of 10 soldiers, UN says Israel destroyed nearly quarter of Gaza's buildings. mondoweiss.net 
Israeli troops arrest dozens of Palestinian medical staff at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia. UNGA adopts ceasefire resolution. Israeli forces storm Jenin, killing 7. Netanyahu rejects prospect of PA rule in Gaza after war. Yemen fires on tanker.
(2023-12-13). Is Israel losing its biggest ally? peoplesdispatch.org US President Joe Biden warned in an address to donors in Washington that it appears the world has turned against Israel. "They're starting to lose that support," said the President. Comments made by Biden on Tuesday, December 12, are the most critical of Israel since the October 7 Al-Aqsa Flood operation. | "One of the things that Bibi understands," said Biden, "is that Israel's security can rest on the United States. But, right now, it has more than the United States. It has the European Union, it has Europe, it has most of the world supporting them. But they're starting to lose that support by indiscriminate bo…
(2023-12-13). Report Federal and State Crimes to Grand Jury Concerning COVID-19: Petition to New Jersey Governor Murphy, Attorney General Platkin and County Prosecutors. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Conformist Media Outlets Hide Realities of Power. Noam Chomsky Has Exposed Them. indybay.org
(2023-12-13). Cuba urges to respect the Guatemalan people's will. plenglish.com On X, Rodriguez posted that Cuba will be represented at the ceremony of transfer of Presidential Command to President-elect Bernardo Arevalo. | Guatemalan president-elect who must take office on January 14 has been denouncing attempts to destabilize and interrupt the democratic process in his country, where the Attorney General's Office intends to annul the election results. | Arevalo assured that the investigations have political overtones, and he described as absurd and illegal the actions of the Public Prosecutor's Office. | Different Guatemalan and international organizations coincided in deploring the maneu…
(2023-12-13). Cuba's PCC to analyze domestic priority issues. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) The Central Committee of Cuba's Communist Party (PCC) will analyze issues in its 7th plenary session, on December 15-16, that are a current domestic priority in the economic, political and social areas, PCC Secretary Roberto Morales posted on X and explained that the Cuban people will be provided with broad information on those debates.
(2023-12-13). Employees close hospital in southern Haiti. plenglish.com Workers left only the maternity ward operational, while they paralyzed other services of the health center. | Rallies were held in front of the Departmental Health Directorate to claim the fees for the last two months, in addition to the extra payment for the end of 2023, according to images circulated on social media. | They encouraged the health authorities to meet their demands before the end of 2023 and warned that they will continue with their movement.
(2023-12-13). Paraguayan MPs pass law on superintendence of pensions. plenglish.com Asuncion, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) Paraguayan MPs passed on Wednesday a bill's version approved on Tuesday by the Senate that creates the Superintendence of Retirement and Pensions, questioned for allegedly affecting the social security of retirees and employees.
(2023-12-13). Salvadoran official says gov't cracks down on crime. plenglish.com San Salvador, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) El Salvador is making progress in the fight off human smugglers alias 'coyotes,' drug trafficking and smuggling gangs that try to use its borders to move illicit goods, an official source informed on Wednesday.
(2023-12-13). Venezuela's National Assembly approves 2024 budget. plenglish.com Caracas, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) Venezuela's National Assembly approved Wednesday on the first debate the 2024 Budget Bill amounting to over USD.5 billion and allocated to a greater extent to social attention.
(2023-12-13). COVID Nurse Exposes Deadly Hospital Protocols. expose-news.com The Children's Health Defense interviewed, Gail McCrae who was a nurse during the COVID times and worked in the Bay area of California, which was notoriously one of the most strictly compliant …
(2023-12-13). The Truth About Adrenochrome. expose-news.com The mainstream media would like us to believe that Adrenochrome would have little effect on an individual and therefore there is no reason to suspect that it is used by "elites". However, …
(2023-12-13). Contradictions deepen in Israel as genocidal war on Gaza enters third month. peoplesdispatch.org Family members of the Israeli captives held by Hamas in Gaza are among the loudest voices opposing the carpet bombing of the besieged strip by the Israel Occupation Forces (IOF), killing "We were in tunnels, terrified that it would not be Hamas, but Israel, that would kill us, and…
(2023-12-13). Deadly diseases stalk millions in war-torn Sudan. greenleft.org.au 
As the world turns its gaze to Gaza, the war in Sudan, which has killed thousands, continues into its eighth month with no ceasefire in sight, reports Pavan Kulkarni. Cholera stalks millions and the fragile healthcare system has all but collapsed.
(2023-12-13). Cuba's resort hotels roll out circular economy. plenglish.com Ciego de Avila, Cuba, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) A group of circular economy initiatives are being developed on today by workers and managers of the Iberostar Daiquirí Hotel in Cayo Guillermo, north of this central Cuban province, in order to contribute to the tourism sustainable development.
(2023-12-13). Hunter Biden defies GOP subpoena, defends business record. plenglish.com Washington, Dec 13 (Prensa Latina) Hunter Biden on Wednesday claimed that nothing links his father to his businesses as he lashed out at House Republicans for an impeachment attempt against President Joe Biden.
(2023-12-13). Sunday 12/17: A Jewish Voice for Peace View of Israel and Gaza. indybay.org Online via Zoom…
(2023-12-13). After months of war and over 18,000 Gazans killed, US Senator Bernie Sanders calls for a ceasefire. peoplesdispatch.org The Senator, who repopularized socialism with an influential 2016 presidential campaign, had, until now, opposed the demand for a ceasefire…
(2023-12-13). Donald Tusk returns as Polish premier after eight years of PiS rule. peoplesdispatch.org The conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party which was in power since 2015 lost its majority in the general elections held on October 15.
(2023-12-13). Israel's genocidal war on Gaza enters 67th day. peoplesdispatch.org For the 67th consecutive day, the Israeli military has continued to kill and injure dozens of more civilians across the densely-populated Palestinian territory of Gaza. The death toll in Gaza has climbed up to well over 18,200, with more than 50,000 Palestinians injured, according to the latest statistics from the Palestinian Ministry of Health. | Several Palestinians have also been reported killed in the Occupied West Bank as a result of multiple raids and aerial bombardments carried out by the Israeli security forces, with many others sustaining injuries. | The UN, as well as numerous human rights groups and ai…
(2023-12-13). UNGA overwhelmingly adopts resolution for immediate ceasefire in Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org Only ten countries including the US, Israel, and Austria voted against the resolution which called for release of all hostages and ensuring humanitarian access for people in Gaza…
(2023-12-13). Basque country: Guernica stands in solidarity with Gaza. greenleft.org.au 
Thousands of people from the Basque city of Guernica hit the city centre on December 8, in a stunning display of solidarity with the people of Gaza, reports Peoples Dispatch.
(2023-12-13). Letter from London: A Train of Events. counterpunch.org 
Hold the front page. All trains for a moment in the middle of last week from London's Kings Cross to the north of Newcastle were canceled. This was due to flooding. Hard to imagine the canny River Tyne bursting its banks but I did recall again my returning DFDS ship from Denmark to Newcastle when
(2023-12-13). Polish Minister 'Saw UK Special Forces Operating in Ukraine'. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Israel's onslaught drags U.S. Jewish life into the abyss. mronline.org The Jewish establishment has been consigned to the support of genocide, and it has accepted that role eagerly. The effect on Judaism of this moral collapse is unfathomable.
(2023-12-13). Toxic Mold, Lead Paint, Asbestos, and Rodents in JBLM Housing. indybay.org For years military personnel and their families at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) have lived with toxic mold, lead paint, asbestos, and rodents in their homes. Families that exposed these danger health conditions had their concerns ignored and faced retaliation from the JBLM leadership.
(2023-12-13). Unrest after controversial re-election in Sierra Leone. pressenza.com 
After eleven years of senseless civil war in my country Sierra Leone, the main opposition APC (All People's Congress) tried so hard to put the stability of the country. they tried to put certain modalities in place by providing basic amenities like adequate water supply, electricity, and transportation, constructing new roads, and bringing in various sectors that would give thousands of Sierra Leoneans jobs which enhanced greatly the standards of living in the country. They also tried to stabilize the exchange rate between foreign currencies to our Leones. | from Ibrahim Kabia and Edmond Kombe | However, in 2018…
(2023-12-13). Climate activists protest outside COP28 talks in Dubai. presstv.ir Negotiators at the COP28 talks hosted by the United Arab Emirates are under pressure to hammer out a historic agreement on fossil fuels.
(2023-12-13). Rallies held to condemn US veto of UN ceasefire resolution on Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian rallies continue across the world to demand an end to Israel's brutal aggression against the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-13). Thousands attend pro-Palestinian protest in London. presstv.ir The weekly Saturday protests in support of Palestinians return to the streets of London.
(2023-12-13). Thousands march in Paris to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Thousands gathered in Paris to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and show their support for the Palestinian people.
(2023-12-13). Australia plans to halve migrant intake, tighten student visa rules. presstv.ir Australia says it will tighten visa rules for international students and low-skilled workers.
(2023-12-13). Palestinians go on strike in solidarity with Gaza. presstv.ir Public agencies, schools, banks and shops shut in the West Bank to demand Gaza ceasefire.
(2023-12-13). US police arrest activists calling for Gaza ceasefire in Senate building. presstv.ir A group of activists holds a protest in a US Senate office building, calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-12-13). Migrants, refugees protest in Paris against controversial immigration bill. presstv.ir Hundreds of migrants and refugees took to the streets of Paris on Monday to voice their opposition to a proposed immigration bill…
(2023-12-13). Pro-Palestinians protest the Times, Starbucks, Citigroup over stance on Gaza. presstv.ir Dozens of Pro-Palestinians gathered on Tuesday outside the New York Times.
(2023-12-13). Hezbollah warning: Strikes on Israel to continue as long as Gaza genocidal war rages. presstv.ir Sheikh Naim Qassem, Hezbollah's deputy secretary-general, says the Lebanese resistance movement will continue retaliatory strikes against Israel until the regime ends its war on Gaza.
(2023-12-13). Licence to kill: Iran says US enables Israel's genocide by opposing Gaza truce. presstv.ir Iran's UN envoy says the United States' opposition to a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza enables Israel to continue the genocide of civilians in the Palestinian territory.
(2023-12-13). Enemies failed to hinder Iran's nuclear progress through sanctions: Nuclear chief. presstv.ir The enemies have failed to hinder the progress of Iran's peaceful nuclear energy program through illegal sanctions, says the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI).
(2023-12-13). Iran, Saudi Arabia call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, delivery of aid. presstv.ir Iran and Saudi Arabia underline the need for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the besieged territory.
(2023-12-13). First Intifada remembered. presstv.ir The first intifada, or uprising, began in December 1987 and ended in September 1993 with the signing of the first Oslo Accords, which provided a framework for Israeli 'peace negotiations' with the Palestinians.
(2023-12-13). Hamas welcomes UN General Assembly vote for immediate Gaza truce. presstv.ir Hamas welcomes a UN General Assembly resolution calling for mounted international pressure on Israel to stop its aggression on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-13). Iran FM says US to blame for influx of refugees to West Asia, Europe. presstv.ir Iran's FM has blamed America's irresponsible actions and its coercive economic measures for the recent influx of refugees to West Asia and also Europe and elsewhere.
(2023-12-13). West not willing to establish Palestinian state: Russia. presstv.ir Russia says Israel and its Western allies do not want Palestinians to establish an independent state in the occupied territories.
(2023-12-13). Iran FM: Israel cannot continue Gaza onslaught without US support. presstv.ir Iran's FM says the Israeli regime can't continue the aggression on the Gaza Strip even for an hour without the United States' full support.
(2023-12-13). Gaza facing 'public health disaster' as Israeli army besieges hospitals: UN. presstv.ir UN also says Gaza's health system remains under siege and is barely functioning.
(2023-12-13). US has no plans to restrict military aid to Israel: Officials. presstv.ir US officials say the Biden administration has no plans to place conditions on military aid to Israel.
(2023-12-13). Displaced Gazans in tents at Al-Aqsa hospital after heavy rainfall. presstv.ir Displaced Palestinians live in tents at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.
(2023-12-13). Yemeni strikes on Israel-bound ships a message to West to stop Gaza carnage: Hamas. presstv.ir A senior Hamas member says Yemeni retaliatory strikes against ships heading to the Israeli-occupied territories send the message that the West must either stop the Gaza genocide or expect the crisis to expand across the region.
(2023-12-13). Palestinian poll shows a rise in Hamas support, increase in anti-US sentiments. presstv.ir The level of anti-Americanism and anti-Westernism is huge among Palestinians, the survey shows.
(2023-12-13). Gaza's brave battle against Israel nearing a bright end: Hamas leader. presstv.ir The leader of Hamas resistance movement says the Palestinian's brave battle with the Israeli regime is approaching a bright end thanks to the heroic resistance of fighters and the nation.
(2023-12-13). Iran FM warns about Israeli war crimes' aftermath. presstv.ir Iran says the region and the world are going to be grappling with the aftermath of the Israeli regime's war crimes across the Palestinian territories for years.
(2023-12-13). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years in 2003.
(2023-12-13). Exorcising American Domestic Violence: "The Exorcist" in 1973 and 2023. publicbooks.org "The Exorcist" begins by excoriating women's liberation and its potential dangers. But it veers into a brutal, unflinching look at domestic violence, unlike in any other film before.
(2023-12-13). Not a Single Car or Truck In: a Report Back on Blocking the Morning Shift at P&W, a Weapons Company Arming Israel. worldbeyondwar.org 
A blockade of 200 workers didn't let a single car or truck into Pratt & Whitney Canada for their entire morning shift! A report back of what we accomplished, media coverage, and how to support. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2023-12-13). Articles] Future cardiometabolic implications of insulin hypersecretion in response to oral glucose: a prospective cohort study. thelancet.com A robust post—challenge insulin secretory response does not indicate adverse cardiometabolic health but, rather, portends favourable metabolic function in the years to come. Future long-term study of the implications of…
(2023-12-13). Educators teaching Palestine face academic repression at the University of California. mondoweiss.net 
Emails from administrators at the University of California, Santa Cruz show the bureaucratic ways U.S. universities suppress discussion on Palestine.
(2023-12-13). Human Rights and education. pressenza.com On 10 December, Human Rights Day (HRD) was celebrated all over the world, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in Paris in 1948. This declaration was a very important historical milestone in human civilisation, in its articles it enshrines the inalienable rights that every person has as a human being, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, language, political position, socio-economic status, nationality or any other condition. These are rights that must be promoted and protected throughout the world. | It is now 75 years and it is worth asking ourselve…
(2023-12-13). Human Rights: Laura Rodríguez and the Villa Grimaldi Peace Park. pressenza.com We publish here the words of the humanist Dario Ergas on the occasion of the installation of a plaque in homage to Deputy Laura Rodríguez in the Villa Grimaldi Peace Park, which she helped to found in the years immediately following the recovery of democracy in Chile. | This recognition took place on International Human Rights Day."Dear friends, comrades, dear family. | Coming to Villa Grimaldi, to the Villa Grimaldi Peace Park, is not easy. | It requires an intention, to want to immerse oneself in the memory of pain; of what should never have happened, but we force ourselves, to have in mind what we must not rep…
(2023-12-13). The Resistance of the Argentinean Memory: Human Rights in the New Political Scenario. pressenza.com 
By Maxine Lowy | Slowly, the crowd moves forward one step and then another and then stands still, slowly turning counterclockwise, with the Pirámide de Mayo crowned by the Statue of Liberty on the left and the Casa Rosada in front, as the Madres have done every Thursday afternoon for more than four decades. Some weeks only about twenty people accompanied them, but today, with several Mothers, assisted in wheelchairs, so many have arrived at the Plaza de Mayo that this 2380th lap is not enough to go all the way around. | Today is Thursday, 23 November, and the Mothers called for the first round following the lands…
(2023-12-13). 18 Jewish Elders Arrested Following Gaza Ceasefire Protest Outside White House. pressenza.com 
The protest took place hours before a Hanukkah event that was held at the White House on Monday evening. | December 12, 2023 | A group of Jewish elders
(2023-12-13). Sunday 12/17: Book Club Discussion on Ten Myths About Israel at Revolution Books. indybay.org Revolution Books, 2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley CA 94704…
(2023-12-13). COP28: Self-proclaimed elites have mistakenly got the idea that they can lord their perverse ideology over us. expose-news.com International Monetary Fund ("IMF") Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva is driving a global carbon tax policy. This tax needs to go up, up and up to accelerate decarbonisation, she said on the sidelines …
(2023-12-13). Covid-19: How they used lies to terrify millions. expose-news.com In May 2020, BBC claimed that covid had infected 4 million people worldwide. What they didn't point out is that 25 million people in the USA alone can be infected with flu …
(2023-12-13). In the Middle Ages, usury was abolished and England prospered. expose-news.com When usury, the practice of lending money and charging the borrower interest, was abolished in England in the 15th century, taxes were moderate and there was no state debt. With tolerable taxes, …
(2023-12-13). From Dallas to Gaza: Was JFK's Assassination Instrumental is Strengthening Zionist Israel? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). From Dallas to Gaza: The JFK Assassination was Good for Zionist Israel. mintpressnews.com 
As John F. Kennedy warned in 1960, Israel has become a "garrison state" surrounded by "hate and fear." The assassination of John F Kennedy ensured Zionist control of Israel, suffering for Palestinians, and permanent instability.
(2023-12-13). Latin America and the Caribbean stand with Palestine. dissidentvoice.org The countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, with a few notable exceptions, have been critical of Israel's ongoing campaign of genocide in Gaza. Perhaps more than any other region, they have expressed their solidarity with Palestine. Most recognize that the partnership between US imperialism and Israeli Zionism applies not only to Palestine, but also …
(2023-12-13). Joint Statement by the Prime Ministers of Australia, Canada and New Zealand for a ceasefire in Gaza. pressenza.com In a statement released today, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand ask for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. | It's the first time since the war started on October 7 that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza."We recognize Israel's right to exist and defend itself. In defending itself, Israel must respect international humanitarian law. Civilians and civilian infrastructure must be protected. We are gravely concerned by the reduction of the security zone reserved for civilians in Gaza. The price of defeating Hamas cannot be the continued suffering of all Palestinian civ…
(2023-12-13). In the World's Wealthiest Country, Housing Should Be a Human Right and a Community Builder. inequality.org Too many of us have to depend on sheer good luck to make it — especially when it comes to putting a roof over our heads. We grow up hearing that hard work alone will lift us above the hardships we're born into. But many of us also watched as our parents worked two and …
(2023-12-13). Liz Cheney Floats Presidential Bid, Adding More Uncertainty to 2024 Election. truthout.org Last week, former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney indicated that, if she thought her entry into the presidential race would peel votes away from Donald Trump — who, as things currently stand, looks set to romp through the GOP nominating process in the first months of 2024 — she would contemplate entering the fray. Her warnings about the threat that Trump poses to democracy go back three years… |
(2023-12-13). Clarence Thomas Must Recuse From Trump Immunity Case, Senate Democrats Say. truthout.org Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee are urging Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to recuse himself from an upcoming decision on an appeal by Donald Trump's legal team claiming immunity in his indictment related to the 2020 election. The Democrats have argued in interviews that Thomas has a conflict of interest in the case due to his wife Ginni Thomas's role in the January 6… |
(2023-12-13). Sanders Calls on Biden to Reverse Course on US Veto of UN Ceasefire Resolution. truthout.org In one of his strongest statements against Israel's genocide so far, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) is urging President Joe Biden to back a "humanitarian ceasefire" in Gaza, saying that the U.S. is "complicit in this carnage." In a letter sent Tuesday, Sanders asked Biden to reject a proposal from Congress in a supplemental funding package to provide an additional $10 billion in military support… |
(2023-12-13). Supreme Court Will Hear Case on Access to Mifepristone Abortion Pill. truthout.org The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to weigh in on the future of mifepristone, a drug used in more than half of all abortions in the United States, setting up another major dispute over abortion rights less than two years after the court's conservative majority voted to overturn Roe v. Wade. The case, concerning the Food and Drug Administration's approval of mifepristone, will be argued early next… |
(2023-12-13). Phase Down, Not Phase Out: COP28 Deal on Fossil Fuels Disappoints Activists & Vulnerable States. democracynow.org 
As the United Nations climate summit ends with nations pledging to transition away from fossil fuels instead of explicitly calling for a fossil fuel phaseout, we go to the COP28 site in Dubai for a debrief with Asad Rehman, spokesperson for the Climate Justice Coalition. He says the deal overseen by COP28 president and head of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company Sultan Al Jaber is a "very weak text" with "lots of loopholes" that allows rich countries to avoid responsibility. "If you're an oil and gas baron and CEO, you must be rubbing your hands with glee," says Rehman. &#…
(2023-12-13). Rep. Greg Casar: Biden Must Not Cave on GOP's Hard-Line Immigration Demands in Ukraine Funding Request. democracynow.org 
President Biden appears to be caving to hard-line Republican demands for a new crackdown on asylum seekers and immigrants nationwide in exchange for more Ukraine funding. As negotiations on the emergency funding request continue, we speak with Democratic Congressmember Greg Casar of Texas about how he and other lawmakers oppose "some of the worst changes to our immigration system in decades." Casar and Democracy Now! co-host Juan González also discuss how today's "toxic brew" of border politics relates to 200 years of Monroe Doctrine policies punishing Latin America, forcing people t…
(2023-12-13). Headlines for December 13, 2023. democracynow.org Israel's Brutal Assault on Gaza Destroys More Schools, Homes, Hospitals as Death Toll Tops 18,000, IDF Uses Telegram Channel to Post Congratulatory Images of Killed and Abused Gazans, UNGA Overwhelmingly Backs Call for Ceasefire; U.S. Is Just One of 10 Nations to Oppose Resolution, Biden Cites "Indiscriminate Bombing" of Gaza But Refuses to Halt Flow of Money and Arms to Israel, COP28 Ends with Historic Deal to Move Away from Fossil Fuels; Activists Say It's Full of Loopholes, Zelensky Fails to Gain Bipartisan Support for More Aid; Biden Weighs Immigration Concessions to GOP, Russian Antiw…
(2023-12-13). Exclusive: Palestinian Diplomat Who Went Viral for U.N. Speech Says Israel & U.S. Are Isolated on Gaza. democracynow.org 
The U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza: 153 U.N. members approved the resolution, 23 abstained, and just 10, including the United States, voted "no." The vote is nonbinding but adds to the mounting isolation faced by the U.S. for its ongoing support of Israel's assault that has killed at least 18,000 Palestinians in just over two months. In an exclusive interview, Democracy Now! speaks with Palestinian diplomat Nada Tarbush, whose address to the U.N. went viral last month. "Only a handful of powerful states have bee…
(2023-12-13). Defense of Guayana Esequiba Commission Initiates Operations. orinocotribune.com On Monday, Venezuela installed the High National Commission for the Defense and Recovery of Guayana Esequiba, tasked with implementing President Nicolás Maduro's action plans to protect the country's territory in the ongoing border dispute with Guyana. | The commission is chaired by Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, along with National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez, Supreme Court Chief Justice Gladys Gutiérrez, and Attorney General Tarek William Saab. The ceremony was attended by representatives from various government bodies, including the Defense Council, the Federal Government Council, and the National Secu…
(2023-12-13). Israeli Regime Turning to Western Mercenary Groups to Back Genocide In Gaza. orinocotribune.com By Reza Javadi — Dec 12. 2023 | Apart from the lavish military aid offered by the United States and Europe, the Israeli military is turning to Western mercenary groups in its genocidal war against the Gaza Strip. | In a recent interview with Spanish newspaper El Mundo, Pedro Diaz Flores, a notorious Spanish mercenary, revealed that the Israeli regime is recruiting Private Military Companies (PMCs) to achieve its interests in the besieged territory. | He revealed that "many" mercenary groups have joined Israel's army, which pays them "very well." | "So I came for the economy, for money. They pay very well, th…
(2023-12-13). 15-16 December 2023: #LaborShutItDown4Palestine: End All Complicity With Genocide—Stop Arming Israel! samidoun.net 
#LaborShutItDown4Palestine on D15-16, 2023 End All Complicity With Genocide—Stop Arming Israel! We welcome growing union calls for a permanent ceasefire to end the U.S.-backed Israeli genocide in Gaza. Now, we call on our labor bodies to take the next step of fully embracing the Urgent Call from Palestinian Trade Unions: End all Complicity, Stop Arming …
(2023-12-13). Video: How to resist EU state led crackdown on Pro Palestinian Solidarity with Zaid Abdulnasser. samidoun.net Ôªø On 12 December, CAGE organized an online conference on resisting European state repression of the Palestinian and Palestine solidarity movement. Speakers included Zaid Abdulnasser, who was the coordinator of Samidoun Germany until our chapter in Germany was forcibly dissolved and banned by the German government as part of its widespread attack on Palestinian identity, …
(2023-12-13). Starbucks' Offer To Resume Contract Talks Comes With Serious Fine Print. popularresistance.org Starbucks received lots of favorable press when it told its workers' union that it wanted to resume contract talks. The move was a much-needed PR boost for a company whose recent battles with the union have stirred bad press and contributed to sinking stock prices. A top Starbucks official wrote to the union's president on Friday saying the company wanted to end the bargaining impasse‚Äâ—‚Äâone caused by the coffee chain's refusal to hold any negotiating sessions for more than six months. As a result of that refusal, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has repeatedly…
(2023-12-13). An Anti-Zionist Hanukkah for Palestine. counterpunch.org 
An old Catholic friend emailed to wish my husband Max and me a "Happy Hanukkah… with lots of fun and good cheer." "Thanks," I replied. "But with Israel bombing the lights and the life out of Gaza, it's not a very 'Happy Hanukkah 2023'." I'm actually on the fence about every Hanukkah—loathing its might-is-right story
(2023-12-13). ECOWAS to hold talks with Niger as Sahel states moves to expand ties. peoplesdispatch.org The West African regional bloc has decided to negotiate with Niamey for a "short transition roadmap" that can potentially lift sweeping economic sanctions. Meanwhile, Niger, along with Mali and Burkina Faso, is strengthening regional integration…
(2023-12-13). More Republicans Are Saying There Isn't Enough Evidence to Impeach Biden. truthout.org Some House Republicans are openly admitting that they have no evidence to impeach President Joe Biden as they prepare to vote to officially launch a probe into him later this week. When asked if Biden committed high crimes or misdemeanors, Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., told reporters on Tuesday, "Probably not." "They're getting millions of dollars off the Biden name," Bacon said, but added… |
(2023-12-13). China y Vietnam acuerdan construir comunidad de futuro compartido. telesurtv.net Xi Jinping manifestó que la causa de la construcción socialista en China y Vietnam avanzará de manera constante.
(2023-12-13). Nuevo primer ministro de Polonia presenta miembros de gabinete. telesurtv.net Tusk consiguió este lunes el respaldo de la mayoría del Parlamento polaco para encabezar el próximo Gobierno del país, como parte de una coalición de centro derecha.
(2023-12-13). Ejército israelí asesina a 86 periodistas en Palestina. telesurtv.net La Oficina de Prensa en Gaza denunció el arresto de seis periodistas, en una clara y flagrante violación de todas las leyes y convenciones internacionales.
(2023-12-13). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A más de dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 18.200 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-13). Bolivia confirma tres muertos por intensas lluvias. telesurtv.net Las intensas lluvias y granizadas iniciaron la noche tarde del domingo y se extendió hasta el amanecer del lunes cuando se desbordó el río que circunda al municipio de Cotagaita.
(2023-12-13). Tribunal Constitucional de Bolivia prorroga mandato de jueces. telesurtv.net "Este tribunal dispone la continuidad o prórroga de mandato de las actuales autoridades", señaló el juez René Espada.
(2023-12-13). Brasil entrega 11 toneladas de alimentos a la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net La ayuda destinada a la población palestina incluyó arroz orgánico, leche en polvo, azúcar morena y harina.
(2023-12-13). Ejército de ocupación asesina a joven palestino en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net El occiso fue identificado como Fouad Imad Abahreh, de 36 años quien recibió una herida de bala en el muslo.
(2023-12-13). Reportan la ocurrencia de microsismos en México. telesurtv.net Tres microsismos fueron registrados por las autoridades a media mañana en la Ciudad de México.
(2023-12-13). La COP28 acuerda iniciar transición que deje atrás industria de combustibles fósiles. telesurtv.net El texto de la COP28 busca limitar el aumento de la temperatura global en 1.5 grados celsius por encima de niveles preindustriales.
(2023-12-13). Gobierno argentino informa de medidas que impactarán al pueblo. telesurtv.net El gremio ATE Capital estimó que unos 10.000 trabajadores estatales estarían en riesgo tras el anuncio del ministro Caputo.
(2023-12-13). Grupo de sicarios asesinan por error a cuatro niños en Guayaquil. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con las autoridades, los sicarios entraron de manera violenta a la casa ubicada en el Guasmo Sur y dispararon sin distinción contra todos los ocupantes.
(2023-12-13). Anulan condena contra el exprimer ministro de Pakistán, Nawaz Sharif. telesurtv.net El Tribunal de Islamabad en la reciente revisión encontró que el tribunal previo no contaba con pruebas suficientes para imponer la condena, por lo que dictó a favor de Sharif.
(2023-12-13). Congreso de Perú debatirá posible destitución de la Junta de Justicia. telesurtv.net La solicitud provino de los parlamentarios Jorge Montoya y Alejandro Muñante, ambos del partido ultraconservador Renovación Popular.
(2023-12-13). Aumenta el nivel de alerta antiterrorista en Países Bajos. telesurtv.net El informe señala que, durante los últimos años, internet ha desempeñado un papel importante en la difusión de propaganda.
(2023-12-13). Junta Nacional de Justicia de Perú rechaza moción del Congreso. telesurtv.net La JNJ afirmó que también debe ser respetada "la independencia de poderes de Perú".
(2023-12-13). Continúa la alerta ante emisiones del volcán Ubinas en Perú. telesurtv.net Estas emisiones, aunque leves, han sido dispersadas por los vientos hacia los sectores norte y noroeste del volcán.
(2023-12-13). Egipto rechaza desplazamiento provocado por Israel en Gaza. telesurtv.net El comunicado tiene lugar como respuesta a las declaraciones hechas por el Ministro de Asuntos Estratégicos de Israel, Ron Dermer.
(2023-12-13). Rusia denuncia que EE.UU. bloquea esfuerzos para la paz en Gaza. telesurtv.net Además, EE.UU. vetó el proyecto de Emiratos Árabes Unidos, que contenía provisiones sobre el acceso humanitario y la liberación de rehenes.
(2023-12-13). Díaz-Canel resalta interés internacional de intensificar lazos con Cuba. telesurtv.net Sobre las conversaciones con Emiratos Árabes Unidos declaró que "se planteó toda una relación de amistad entre nuestros pueblos, entre nuestros gobiernos y que se renueva con esta visita".
(2023-12-13). Ruanda realizará elecciones presidenciales y parlamentarias en 2024. telesurtv.net Según lo previsto, el próximo 16 de julio se elegirán 53 diputados, de ellos 24, por legislación, son mujeres.
(2023-12-13). Sindicatos protestan contra normas de austeridad en Bruselas, Bélgica. telesurtv.net En la marcha estuvieron presentes sindicatos de Bélgica, Francia, Italia y España.
(2023-12-13). Asamblea General de la ONU aprueba resolución que pide un alto al fuego inmediato en Gaza. telesurtv.net Con 153 votos a favor, 10 en contra y 23 abstenciones, el documento fue aprobado en una sesión extraordinaria de emergencia.
(2023-12-13). Más de 18.400 muertos por ataques israelíes contra Gaza. telesurtv.net Registran 50.100 personas que han resultado heridas por bombardeos de las denominadas Fuerzas de Defensa de Israel.
(2023-12-13). Agricultural cooperative moves to establish mechanization hubs in Northern Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An agricultural cooperative in Northern Uganda has drawn plans to set up agricultural mechanization hubs in a move aimed at bringing closer mechanization services for smallholder farmers in the region. While Northern Uganda is considered blessed with fertile arable land, access to mechanized equipment remains a big challenge due …
(2023-12-13). Anti-homosexuality law directives. independent.co.ug 
Fear over safety of researchers and study participants ANALYSIS | LINDA NORDLING | Uganda's chief science council has triggered outrage in the medical research community after suggesting researchers have a legal duty to report offences under the country's anti-homosexuality laws, even if doing so breaches confidentiality rules. The country's much-criticised anti-gay law criminalises homosexual acts and …
(2023-12-13). Forensic experts revisit City House fire scene. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The police forensic experts have revisited City House to collect more exhibits that could be used to establish the cause of Monday's fire. The fire started at 9: 15 am in the basement, which houses California Bar and other restaurants. The police fire team also recovered the body of …
(2023-12-13). 'If we don't invest now, somebody from Europe, America or China will come to own what is ours'. independent.co.ug 
MARRAKESH, Morocco | THE INDEPENDENT | -Herbert Mensah, the newly elected President Rugby Africa, has said the continent's nations can continously be world beaters in the game, if the right investement is made. The President of the continental governing body made the remarks in an interview with African news channel Africa24 English during the Africa Investment …
(2023-12-13). Lira University lecturer collapses and dies. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Kampala | THE INDEPENDENT | Lango is mourning the passing of Alex Oryang Chono, a lecturer at Lira University. Oryang Chono, a lecturer in the Department of Public Administration and Management, passed away on Tuesday evening, according to the senior university communications officer, Patrick Opio. He explained that the deceased collapsed and passed away shortly …
(2023-12-13). Merriam-Webster's word of the year is 'authentic'. independent.co.ug 
It reflects growing concerns over the ability of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to deceive and dehumanise COMMENT | ROGER J. KREUZ | When Merriam-Webster announced that its word of the year for 2023 was "authentic," it did so with over a month to go in the calendar year. Even then, the dictionary publisher was late to …
(2023-12-13). Police ask for their salaries to match those of army Officers. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Retiring police officers have asked President Yoweri Museveni to raise the salaries of senior police officers to match those of their counterparts in the Uganda People's Defence Forces —UPDF. The message was delivered on Tuesday by the retiring Deputy Director for Interpol- Uganda, Joseph Obwana on behalf of 233 …
(2023-12-13). Sh60 billion anti-tick vaccine production facility nears completion. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The construction of a sh60-billion anti-tick vaccine production facility at Nakyesasa in Nalukulongo, Wakiso District will be concluded in April 2023, according to the National Agricultural Research Organisation — NARO. In October 2022, NARO, officially commenced field trials of the anti-tick vaccine dubbed TicVac-U which was developed by Makerere …
(2023-12-13). UPDF Kills Two ADF Rebels, Captures Commander in Kibale Forest. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF) have reported the fatal shooting of two suspected rebels affiliated with the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) and the capture of their commander within the Kibale Forest National Park, located in Kamwenge district. Gen. Felix Kulayigye, the UPDF spokesperson, confirmed the incident in an interview …
(2023-12-13). Voting ends in Egypt's presidential election. independent.co.ug 
CAIRO, EGYPT | Xinhua | Egypt concluded on Tuesday the three-day voting in the presidential election as the vote-counting process started immediately, according to the National Election Authority (NEA). The timetable previously released by the NEA indicated that the vote-counting, which started after 9: 00 p.m. local time (1900 GMT) on Tuesday, will be completed on …
(2023-12-13). AMC Theatres Endanger Public Health. indybay.org As SAG-AFTRA strikes end — Adam Aron and AMC Movie Theaters, the largest chain in the world, endangers the public health with their treatment of sick employees in violation of OSHA and state sick leave laws.
(2023-12-13). Dossier no. 71: Culture as a weapon of struggle: The Medu Art Ensemble and Southern African Liberation. mronline.org 
The story of Medu is not just a South or southern African story, but an international one. No single liberation struggle can exist without the circulation and exchange of ideas, strategies, material resources, political solidarity, and culture across the globe.
(2023-12-13). Gun Violence is a Reflection of Us All. counterpunch.org 
In the streets of Bogalusa, Louisiana, a sadly familiar scene unfolds—the mournful wail of sirens, the piercing flash of blue lights, and another community shaken by the harsh crack of gunfire. This is a recurring nightmare echoing across Louisiana, reflecting a national crisis that grips the heart of America. This isn't just about statistics; it's
(2023-12-13). Women's Rights and the Dominant Neoliberal Agenda: The Current Global Trajectory Is Far from Sustainable. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). A Resounding Rejection of Nuclearism at the UN. counterpunch.org 
The non-nuclear majority met in New York between 27 November and 1 December for the Second Meeting of States Parties (2MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). This coming together was not simply 'non-nuclear' but decidedly anti-nuclear in outlook and approach.
(2023-12-13). A Resounding Rejection of Nuclearism at the UN. counterpunch.org The non-nuclear majority met in New York between 27 November and 1 December for the Second Meeting of States Parties (2MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). This coming together was not simply 'non-nuclear' but decidedly anti-nuclear in outlook and approach. The TPNW represents many things: a 'work in progress', a
(2023-12-13). Thursday 12/14: Rally At CPUC- CPUC Cruise Shill & Commissioner John Arnold Out! Blood On Their Hands. indybay.org California Public Utility Commission | McAllister & Van Ness St. | San Francisco…
(2023-12-13). Keep Unicorn Riot Growing Into 2024. unicornriot.ninja 
(2023-12-13). The Erasure of History and the Places of Memory of Slavery. counterpunch.org 
"Places of Memory of Slavery and Black Culture in Pernambuco" is a book that should be read in every city in Brazil and abroad. Published by CEPE, it was organized by historian Isabel Cristina Martins Guillen, who brought together researchers and teachers on the subject of the history of slavery in Pernambuco and its forgetting.
(2023-12-13). Russia's Goal "Conquering Ukraine", Say Western Media. Not So, Say Experts. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Empeñados en un golpe en Guatemala contra el gobierno electo de Arévalo. globalizacion.ca La Unión Europea, la Organización de Estados Americanos y la Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos (CIDH) alertaron sobre una inminente ruptura del orden constitucional en Guatemala debido al abuso de poder por parte de la Fiscalía para impedir la asunción…
(2023-12-13). The no-state solution becomes more and more real as Israel's permanent Nakba continues. peoplesdispatch.org In 1948, the Syrian historian Constantin Zurayk used the Arabic word Nakba (Catastrophe) to refer to the forced removal of Palestinians from their lands and homes by the newly formed Israeli state (in his August 1948 book, Ma'na al-Nakba or The Meaning of the Nakba). A decade ago, in Beirut, I met with the Lebanese novelist Elias Khoury—then editor of the Arabic-language Journal of Palestinian Studies, who told me that the Nakba of 1948 was not an event but part of a process. "What we have is a Permanent Nakba, which means that this catastrophe has been continuous for the Palestinians," he said. Since 1948,…
(2023-12-13). Some People are More Equal than Others. dissidentvoice.org 
An apartheid state is definitionally a state that discriminates against a segment of the population, hence inequality exists.
(2023-12-13). Argentina — Tomar la iniciativa. globalizacion.ca Comenzó el gobierno de Javier Milei. Muchas de sus características siguen siendo una incógnita a pesar de los primeros anuncios que confirman un rumbo que insiste en su posición anti Estado y de severo ajuste del presupuesto público. | En la…
(2023-12-13). As UN calls for Gaza ceasefire, Israel begins flooding Gaza with seawater. wsws.org The United Nations General Assembly voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to call for a ceasefire in Gaza, with the United States, the leading global enabler of Israel's genocide, voting against the resolution.
(2023-12-13). "The attack on the SEP members is an attack on the international working class": Will Lehman defends Socialist Equality Party in Sri Lanka. wsws.org William Lehman, the Pennsylvania Mack Trucks worker and socialist candidate for UAW president in last year's election, issued the following statement defending the Socialist Equality Party in Sri Lanka.
(2023-12-13). Three establishment candidates line up for Indonesian presidential election. wsws.org All three candidates are defenders of capitalism and, despite their populist electoral rhetoric, innately hostile to the interests of working people.
(2023-12-13). "To mark Helen's life is to recognise her place of honour in the history of the Fourth International" wsws.org We are publishing here the tribute to Helen Halyard given by Chris Marsden, the national secretary of the Socialist Equality Party (UK), to a memorial meeting for Helen held December 3.
(2023-12-13). Hundreds of textile workers in Turkey continue wildcat strike in defiance of military police crackdown. wsws.org The wildcat strike by hundreds of textile workers in Şanlıurfa in south-eastern Turkey has entered its third week, in defiance of the trade union apparatus, company threats and military police violence.
(2023-12-13). Social Democrats position themselves as the leading party of German imperialism. wsws.org At the recent Social Democratic Party conference Chancellor Scholz did not limit himself to embracing the imperialist violence in the Middle East. He also positioned the SPD as the most aggressive party of rearmament and executor of the NATO war offensive against Russia.
(2023-12-13). UK Trades Union Congress special conference signals no fight against Tory anti-strike laws. wsws.org The anti-strike laws were proposed amid a mass strike wave encompassing workers in the National Health Service, education, the civil service, Royal Mail and on the rail. Almost all these strikes have been sold out prior to the imposition of the new legislation.
(2023-12-13). Key central bank meetings as higher interest rates start to bite. wsws.org There is a veritable clamour in financial markets for rates to be cut motivated by both greed and fear.
(2023-12-13). Forty-one Brown University students arrested for protesting Gaza genocide. wsws.org After the Harvard Corporation declined to take action against embattled Harvard president Claudine Gay, House Speaker Mike Johnson denounced the board, calling their decision "outrageous."
(2023-12-13). The Texas Supreme Court's anti-abortion ruling and the war on democratic rights. wsws.org Texas Supreme Court's abrupt intervention to block a medically necessary abortion is a concentrated expression of the profound rot of the whole social order in America, with fundamental human rights under siege and collapsing across the board.
(2023-12-13). The Texas Supreme Court's anti-abortion ruling and the war on democratic rights. wsws.org The Texas Supreme Court's abrupt intervention to block a medically necessary abortion is a concentrated expression of the profound rot of the whole social order in America, with fundamental human rights under siege and collapsing across the board.
(2023-12-13). Australian working class confronts deepening social and housing crisis. wsws.org Economists say Australian households and the economy have "hit the wall," with the Australian economy "almost" coming to a "standstill in the September quarter."
(2023-12-13). Union Pacific railroad lays off 1,300 maintenance of way workers. wsws.org The layoffs are part of a years-long attack on jobs by the railroads, which has escalated after the strike ban issued last year by Congress.
(2023-12-13). University of Michigan permanently bans student resolution against genocide in Gaza. wsws.org What is really behind the suppression of the anti-genocide resolution is the fact that it was headed for victory, something the billionaire donors and regents, Democratic and Republican politicians, and Pentagon, CIA and State Department officials who collectively run the university would not allow.
(2023-12-13). New Zealand pseudo-left group whitewashes unions' complicity in Gaza genocide. wsws.org The International Socialist Organisation cited mealy-mouthed statements by unions in New Zealand, the US and Australia calling for a ceasefire, while covering up the role of the unions in preventing strikes and other actions to stop the supply of weapons for Israel's war machine.
(2023-12-13). Biden, Zelensky demand billions more for anti-Russia war. wsws.org Zelensky's meeting with Biden was part of the White House's ongoing effort to secure another $60 billion for Ukraine, which is confronting a military debacle in the US-NATO war against Russia.
(2023-12-13). American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten's trip to Israel: A cover for genocide against Gaza. wsws.org Weingarten is reacting to popular outrage at the genocide with a tactical adaptation, pretending to advocate for "peace" in order to prevent this opposition from escaping the control of the political establishment.
(2023-12-13). Activists hold Israel responsible for drive-by-shooting at homes of detained demonstrators in Umm al-Fahm. mondoweiss.net 
In a new escalation, the homes of two Palestinians currently detained for protesting in Umm al-Fahm were attacked by a drive-by shooting. Activists suspect the Israeli government was involved.
(2023-12-13). The Great Taking and Central Banks. indybay.org Do you care about what's not in your pocket anymore, real money, real assets? What's actually jingling in your pockets and purses giving you the illusion of loose change is the insufferable debt. From personal debt to national debt is one big elite scam. Americans labor under the delusion more than Europeans and other nations from South America to Asia, that they are free. Yeah, free to be in perpetual debt slavery and happy or at least nonchalant about it. Have you ever stopped to ponder how the world's riches and man's sweat of the brow both have both fallen into a very very few wealthy hands who create greater…
(2023-12-13). Rutgers University Latest to Suspend Students for Justice in Palestine Group. truthout.org The Rutgers-New Brunswick chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) was notified on Monday that it had been suspended for "disruptive and disorderly conduct" and "failure to comply with university or civil authority." "Our university has chosen to suppress our voice, experiences and demands," a speaker at a November 29 SJP news conference said. SJP is a student-activist network of campus… |
(2023-12-14). Conformist Media Outlets Hide Realities of Power. Noam Chomsky Exposes Them. counterpunch.org One of the rare times that Noam Chomsky's name has been mentioned on a big national NPR program came two months ago. On "Weekend Edition" in mid-October, a week into Israel's murderous assault on civilians in Gaza, a correspondent reported while visiting a bookstore owned by a Palestinian in Jerusalem: "I'm seeing a lot of
(2023-12-14). COP28 failure means Australia shouldn't wait to phase out fossil fuels. greenleft.org.au Expectations were never high for COP28, but as the climate deniers have managed to subvert the summit's goals, Alex Bainbridge argues Australia must set its own climate transition plan.
(2023-12-14). Unilateral Sanity Could Save the World. tomdispatch.com Top American officials in the "national security" establishment are notably good at smooth rhetoric and convenient silences. Their scant regard for truth or human life has changed remarkably little since 1971 when Daniel Ellsberg risked decades in prison to leak the Pentagon Papers to the world. During the years between then and his death six months ago, he was a tireless writer, speaker, and activist. Most people remember him, of course, as the whistleblower who exposed voluminous official lies about the Vietnam War by providing 7,000 top-secret pages of classified documents to the New York Times and other newsp…
(2023-12-14). On Human Rights Day; The US Is The Greatest Violator Of Human Rights. popularresistance.org As the international community celebrates December 10th as International Human Rights Day, it is imperative that the world also affirm that violators of the fundamental human rights of peoples and nations will be held accountable. | From the war in Ukraine to mass incarceration of Black, Latino and Native Peoples in the U.S. to Obama's ongoing war in Yemen to murderous economic sanctions, coups, assassinations, war and abandonment of Afghanistan, international arms sales, commodification of COVID vaccines, illegal military occupations in Syria and Iraq, the pending invasion of Haiti and the resource wars in the D…
(2023-12-14). Israeli Knesset Member: Bernie Sanders Ignored Both of My Appeals for Ceasefire. truthout.org "In less than two months, Israel has killed more civilians than Russia killed in Ukraine in two years," Israeli parliament member Ofer Cassif told me recently, expressing horror at Israel's ongoing onslaught against the Palestinians civilians trapped under Israel's relentless attacks in Gaza. The Israeli government's response to the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas "has nothing to do with the… |
(2023-12-14). Don't Dismiss Marx. His Critique of Colonialism Is More Relevant Than Ever. truthout.org During the last couple of decades, we have been witnessing a resurgence of interest in the thought and work of Karl Marx, author of major philosophical, historical, political and economic works — and of course, of The Communist Manifesto, which is perhaps the most popular political manifesto in the history of the world. This resurgence is largely due to the devastating consequences of… |
(2023-12-14). Biden, a Bought-and-paid-for Israeli Puppet Declares: "I am a Zionist." globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Video: California Nurse Exposes Deadly COVID-19 Hospital Protocols, and Flood of COVID-19 Vaccine Injuries. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Dec 14, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Hymn to the Fallen — Musikkapelle Toblach Evil is now the official foreign policy of the Western world, by Paul Craig Roberts Israel Starts Pumping Seawater Into Gaza Tunnels, After Russia Warned Against 'War Crime,' by Tyler Durden From Kishinev to Gaza, by Yakov M. Rabkin Israel's Litani Ultimatum — Russian Reaction Is That It's A Bluff, by John Helmer Day 68: UN says Israel destroyed nearly quarter of Gaza's buildings Forcible Transfer of Gazans Is a Crime Against Humanity, by Marjorie Cohn Finkelstein vs Dershowitz On Israel-Palestine War With Piers Morgan | The Full Debat…
(2023-12-14). Labor votes down Lidia Thorpe's bill to uphold First Nation's rights in law. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Labor's new AUKUS bill declares Osborne in SA, Stirling in WA as nuclear zones. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Labor's new punitive refugee laws criticised. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Mainstream media's Israel bias comes under pressure. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). NDIS Review: Is Labor adopting the Coalition's cuts? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Residents want council to support Palestine. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). 'Shared values' exposed as a naked lie. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Supreme Court overturns aspects of NSW's anti-protest laws. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Tamil refugees hope to ask Richard Marles for permanent visas. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). Two charts show we are way off track for net zero by 2050. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). WestCONnex delivers traffic chaos and resident outrage as Rozelle Interchange opens. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-14). The Unvaccinated Were Scapegoated for Failure of COVID Vaccines, Study Finds. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). A Wall and a Watchtower: Why Is Israel Failing? Ilan Pappe. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Biden Staffers Hold Historic Vigil Outside White House Calling for Ceasefire. truthout.org Dozens of Biden administration staffers held a vigil outside the White House late Wednesday calling for a lasting cease-fire in Gaza as the Palestinian territory's healthcare system collapsed and the U.S.-armed Israeli military bombed the entirety of the besieged strip. The staffers donned masks and sunglasses to conceal their identities, likely out of fear of retaliation from an administration… |
(2023-12-14). Senate Passes $886 Billion Military Bill That Extends Mass Spying Authorization. truthout.org In an overwhelming bipartisan vote, the U.S. Senate on Wednesday passed a sprawling $886 billion military policy bill that includes an extension of surveillance authority that the government has used — and heavily abused — to access the communications of activists, journalists, lawmakers, and others without a warrant. The four-month extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance… |
(2023-12-14). Final COP28 deal riddled with 'cavernous loopholes' for fossil fuel industry. greenleft.org.au The COP28 climate summit in Dubai ended with an agreement that, for the first time, explicitly endorsed a move away from fossil fuels, but is so full of loopholes that the fossil fuel industry will be allowed to persist and thrive, reports Jake Johnson.
(2023-12-14). Israel's genocidal war on Gaza is an ecological disaster. greenleft.org.au As international solidarity with Palestinian people predicated on human rights continues to develop, it is intersecting with growing outrage over the environmental cost of war, writes Jordan AK.
(2023-12-14). Getting Serious About Halting Israeli Genocide. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 68: Israel Announces Death Of 10 Soldiers. popularresistance.org Israeli troops arrest dozens of Palestinian medical staff at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia. UNGA adopts ceasefire resolution. Israeli forces storm Jenin, killing 7. Netanyahu rejects prospect of PA rule in Gaza after war. Yemen fires on tanker.
(2023-12-14). UNGA Discusses Gaza Ceasefire After US Veto In Security Council. popularresistance.org The United Nation General Assembly is meeting on Tuesday, December 12 in an emergency session to discuss the Israeli war in Gaza. This is after Egypt and Mauritania jointly invoked the rarely-used resolution 377 A (V) on Monday. | The move follows the failure of the UN Security Council last week to adopt a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza due to a US veto. | The Uniting for Peace resolution was invoked by Egypt as the chair of the Arab group in the UN and Mauritania as the chair of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. | The resolution was first adopted by the General Assembly in November 1950 during…
(2023-12-14). Video: The Pfizer "Killer Vaccine": "Money vs. Mortality". Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Coordinated Actions by Peace Activists Across Canada Disrupt Israeli Cargo Shipping Company Zim. worldbeyondwar.org By World BEYOND War, December 14, 2023On Monday December 11, Zim, Israel's largest cargo shipping company, was disrupted across the country of Canada. Zim offices in Montreal and Toronto were taken over by peace activists and workers in the morning, and Vancouver offices were taken over in the afternoon. A banner was also dropped in downtown Toronto over the CN rail tracks used to transport Zim containers in the morning, while a blockade of CN rails in London, Ontario, took place in the evening. These actions are responding to calls from Palestinian trade unionists to disrupt the global transport of Israeli w…
(2023-12-14). Israeli Regime Turns To Western Mercenary Groups To Back Genocide. popularresistance.org Apart from the lavish military aid offered by the United States and Europe, the Israeli military is turning to Western mercenary groups in its genocidal war against the Gaza Strip. | In a recent interview with Spanish newspaper El Mundo, Pedro Diaz Flores, a notorious Spanish mercenary, revealed that the Israeli regime is recruiting Private Military Companies (PMCs) to achieve its interests in the besieged territory. | He revealed that "many" mercenary groups have joined Israel's army, which pays them "very well." | "So I came for the economy, for money. They pay very well, they offer good equipment and the work…
(2023-12-14). Assam govt converts 1281 Madrasas into general schools. muslimmirror.com The Assam government has renamed at least 1281 Madrasas across 31 districts in the state and turned them into general schools, officials said on Thursday. Taking to his X handle, state education minister Ranoj Pegu shared the information. He wrote, "Consequent to conversion of all Govt and Provincialised Madrasas into general schools under Board of …
(2023-12-14). Shahi Idgah row: HC likely to pass order on appointment of advocate commissioner. muslimmirror.com Prayagraj : The Allahabad High Court is likely to deliver on Thursday its order on an application seeking appointment of a court-monitored advocate commissioner to survey the Shahi Idgah premises adjoining the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. On November 16, Justice Mayank Kumar Jain had reserved the order on the application after hearing the …
(2023-12-14). Who Does Not Support Humanitarian Ceasefire in the Genocide on Gaza? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Zelensky's "Rose-tinted" Speeches No Longer Convince His Team or Military. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Like it or Not, Billionaires Are on Your Gift List This Holiday Season. otherwords.org It's high giving season in America. From Angel Trees and red buckets to year-end appeals, nonprofits and charities receive more donations during the five week holiday stretch than any other on the calendar. | Millions of people whose incomes are too low to take advantage of charitable tax deductions are still moved by the holiday spirit to give generously. | For Americans with enough income to itemize — less than
(2023-12-13). US Troops Are Occupying Syria's Oil Fields; Congress Rejects Withdrawl. popularresistance.org The US military has occupied Syrian sovereign territory since 2014, preventing Damascus from accessing its own oil and wheat fields. | A top Pentagon official has acknowledged that Washington's strategy is to starve Syria's central government of revenue it needs to rebuild, after a decade of war fueled by foreign powers devastated the country. | Former US President Donald Trump boasted in 2020: "They say, 'He left troops in Syria'. You know what I did? I left troops to take the oil. I took the oil. The only troops I have are taking the oil. They're protecting the oil. I took over the oil".
(2023-12-13). 'Race, Liberation, and Palestine' Rutgers Didn't Bend to Pressure to Shut Down Event. indybay.org The threats, pressure from a U.S. Congressman, and thousands of e-mails didn't shut down the event, "Race, Liberation and Palestine," at Rutgers University.
(2023-12-13). Watsonville Community Hospital nurses ratify new contract. indybay.org Nurses win strong measures to improve retention of experienced nurses, patient safety…
(2023-12-13). Friday 12/15: Justice for Raymond Mattia: Peaceful Protest on Tohono O'odham Nation. indybay.org Route 86 and Spencer Drive | Sells, Arizona…
(2023-12-13). Latest COP28 Draft Does Not Mention Fossil Fuel Phaseout. popularresistance.org As the United Nations COP28 climate talks entered the final stretch, the most recent draft of a climate deal left out the crucial "phase out" language regarding fossil fuels, the main demand expressed by many developing countries, particularly those vulnerable to climate change, as well as the European Union. | The draft deal is the precursor to a final round of negotiations over whether or how long fossil fuels will continue to be a part of the transition to a renewable energy future. | COP28 President Sultan Al Jaber encouraged those present at the summit to finalize a deal before the conference ends on Tuesday…
(2023-12-13). Dutch Court Case Looks To Cut Off Military Supplies To Israel. popularresistance.org Strolling down the street or along a green pathway in the southern Netherlands, it's not uncommon to see F-35 stealth bombers roaring overhead. | They could be heading up to the Netherlands' largest F-35 base in northern Leeuwarden, or to another airfield in the southeast. | Or, perhaps, returning from an F-35 maintenance base in the southwest, near the small town of Woensdrecht. | Woensdrecht Air Base, at the top of the Scheldt estuary, is one of three European 'logistics hubs' for Lockheed Martin's "lethal," "survivable" and "connected" F-35 Lightning II stealth bomber. F-35 users from across Europe (and Israel…
(2023-12-13). Inflation still hitting Americans' pockets. america.cgtn.com 
Average Americans are having to spend thousands of dollars extra every year, just to maintain their standard of living. | U.S. government data shows that soaring inflation last year — to a 40-year-high — meant many households had to part with more cash to keep treading water. | Even as prices fall and the jobless rate reaches a two-decade low, people are still feeling the pinch. | CGTN's Benji Hyer reports.
(2023-12-13). On Gaza, Biden Is Violating International Law. otherwords.org "If I must die, you must live to tell my story,"
(2023-12-13). Two protestors jump into Indian parliament from gallery in major security breach. geo.tv 
Those who breached security have been detained…
(2023-12-13). How Cristiano Ronaldo could cause Nagasaki prefacture governor Kengo Oishi to resign. geo.tv 
Cristiano Ronaldo: Oishi travelled from Nagasaki to Nagai Stadium in Osaka to witness a friendly match between Al-Nassr and PSG…
(2023-12-13). Nations strike deal at COP28 to transition away from fossil fuels. geo.tv 
COP28 president calls deal "historic" but notes its true success will be in its implementation…
(2023-12-13). Stonehenge's 'heritage site' status hangs in balance amid controversial tunnel plan. geo.tv 
The government's approval of a tunnel near Stonehenge has ignited strong opposition from campaigners…
(2023-12-13). Buffet 'hacking': These strategies will help you make the most of it. geo.tv 
At buffet dinner or lunch, to curb hunger, first go for nuts or dried fruit…
(2023-12-13). Young people take centre stage at Engagement Day 2023. imperial.ac.uk Around 100 attendees gathered for this year's Engagement Day to discuss how to meaningfully engage diverse young people with our work and research.
(2023-12-13). New centre to develop sustainable materials for steel industry of the future. imperial.ac.uk New centre will see Imperial and Tata Steel partner to develop innovative new manufacturing processes to help decarbonise steel production.
(2023-12-13). Is Free Speech a Relic in America? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Climate Tipping Points Are Nearer Than You Think. popularresistance.org It's now almost inevitable that 2023 will be the warmest year ever recorded by humans, probably the warmest for at least 125,000 years. | Multiple temperature records were smashed with global average temperatures for some periods well above 1.5 ∞C. Antarctic sea ice loss is accelerating at frightening rates along with many other indicators of rapid climate change. Does this mean 2023 is the year parts of the climate tip into a much more dangerous state? | Most people expect that if a system, like someone's body, an ecosystem, or part of the climate system, becomes stressed, it'll respond fairly predictably…
(2023-12-13). Milei makes major reforms to Argentine economy in first week of presidency. america.cgtn.com 
Argentina devalued its currency by more than 50 percent on Tuesday, part of an emergency economic plan announced by the new government of Javier Milei. | The country is in the midst of its worst economic crisis in decades. | Other measures announced this week include a reduction in subsidies for energy and transport. Imports will become more expensive and will hit industries and services. | CGTN's Joel Richards reports.
(2023-12-13). Celebrating the Resilience of Low-Income Women. otherwords.org It's been a difficult few years for poor people in this country. Just a year after the pandemic era safety net expansion saw poverty fall to its lowest level on record, we saw a historic Women and children have been among the hardest hit. In 2022, the last year we have data for, at least Despite that…
(2023-12-13). CARTOON: Gaza's Grim Holiday. otherwords.org
(2023-12-13). Give Climate Change The Name It Deserves: Fossil-Fueled Destruction. popularresistance.org There's always a lag between a rupture of the status quo and settling on a word for it. The planet is heating at a life-threatening pace. And yet the two words we use to describe this rupture — "climate" and "change" — are beginning to seem too stiff and one-dimensional for conveying the violence to life-sustaining ecosystems that threaten the world as we have known it. | As delegates from 196 countries attempt, for the 28th time, to reach a global agreement to reduce greenhouse gases, it is time for a new language. The violence of the atmospheric shifts, their deeply uneven impacts and the implicatio…
(2023-12-13). Yemen Strikes Norwegian Vessel En Route To Israel. popularresistance.org Yemen's Armed Forces on 12 December took responsibility for a missile attack on a Norwegian vessel north of the Bab al-Mandab strait which was en route to Israel. | "The naval forces of the Yemeni Armed Forces carried out an [efficient] military operation against the Norwegian ship 'Astrinda,' which was loaded with oil and headed to the Israeli entity. It was targeted with a suitable missile," the Yemeni statement read. "Over the past two days, the Yemeni armed forces succeeded in preventing the passage of several ships. They responded to the warnings of the Yemeni naval forces, who did not resort to targeting th…
(2023-12-13). British Workers Organize To Defeat The Tory Anti-Strike Laws. popularresistance.org Trade unions and left-wing sections in the UK are gearing up to challenge the anti-strike laws of the Tory government. The Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023 passed on July 20 this year came into effect in some of the key sectors in the UK from December 8. | Major trade unions in the country, including Unite Union, Fire Brigades Union, National Education Union, Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS), UNISON, Communication Workers Union (CWU), and the National Union of Rail, and the Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) gathered at the special conference of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) on December 9, S…
(2023-12-13). In OtherWords: December 14, 2023. otherwords.org For many of us, it might feel like the year is coming to a grim close. | That's certainly how it looks in Gaza, for example, as Here at home, inequality has gotten so extreme that even something as pure as holiday c…
(2023-12-13). Iran successfully launches first bio-space capsule into orbit. presstv.ir Iran's first bio space capsule carrying animals was successfully launched into orbit from the Semnan Space Center.
(2023-12-13). London students march in solidarity with palestine. presstv.ir Hundreds of students from schools and universities in London march in solidarity with Palestine, expressing their condemnation of both the UK and Israel policies.
(2023-12-13). Biden stresses 'unshakeable support' for Israel as Gaza death toll passes 18,000. presstv.ir US President Joe Biden pledges "unshakeable" support for Israel as the death toll from the occupying regime's aggression against Gaza surpasses 18,000.
(2023-12-13). Gaza hospitals stretched to breaking point by IOF bombing; infections exploding: UN. presstv.ir The United Nations says only 13 out of 36 hospitals in the Gaza Strip are partially functional and able to accept new patients.
(2023-12-13). Iran to Turkey: 'Maximum efforts' needed to stop Gaza genocide, provide aid. presstv.ir Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, in a phone conversation with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan, called for "maximum efforts" to end the Israeli regime's genocide of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-13). Israel dropped over 22,000 American bombs on Gaza in first 6 weeks of war: Report. presstv.ir Israel reportedly dropped more than 22,000 US-supplied bombs on Gaza in the first six weeks of its bloody war on the Palestinian territory.
(2023-12-13). Hunger stalks everyone in Gaza as Israel uses food as 'weapon of war': UNRWA. presstv.ir The UN agencies warn that Palestinians in the besieged strip face widespread hunger and dire conditions, amid Israel's genocidal war.
(2023-12-13). Iran: EU sanctions others, looks the other way on Gaza genocide, ethnic cleansing. presstv.ir Iran denounces EU's recent sanctions on its drone program over 'baseless' allegations of drone delivery to Russia, slamming the block for turning a blind eye on Israel's 'genocide' unfolding in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-13). Israeli troops storm Gaza hospital, rounding up Palestinian men. presstv.ir Health officials warn that the lives of patients at the hospital are at risk.
(2023-12-13). Humans of Gaza: Dima Alhaj, 29-year-old WHO medic and mother. presstv.ir Dima Alhaj, a 29-year-old medic with WHO based in Gaza, was killed in an Israeli airstrike along with her husband, two brothers and 5-month-old baby.
(2023-12-13). Dozens of Palestinians killed as Israel bombs homes in Rafah. presstv.ir Israeli airstrikes have been pounding locations across Gaza Israel had declared as safe zones.
(2023-12-13). Russia says Moscow working on 'major new agreement' with Tehran. presstv.ir Russia's Foreign Ministry says Moscow and Tehran plan to speed up work on a "major new interstate agreement."
(2023-12-13). Venezuela: US sold $32 billion in arms to Israel for killing Palestinian children. presstv.ir The Venezuelan president says the US has sold tens of billions of dollars in weapons to Israel to kill civilians in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-12-13). Israel's treatment of Palestinians reminiscent of Daseh: Iran FM. presstv.ir Iran's FM says the way Israel treats Palestinian hostages is reminiscent of Daesh.
(2023-12-13). Puma ends sponsorship of Israeli football team amid Gaza genocide. presstv.ir Germany's giant sportswear firm Puma ends its sponsorship deal with the Israeli football team amid the Gaza genocide.
(2023-12-13). Israeli military abducts Gaza hospital director after he bewails siege. presstv.ir Israel abducts the director of a main hospital in northern Gaza after he bewails the occupying regime's days-long siege of the facility and its repercussions.
(2023-12-13). British MPs vote in favor of Rwanda migrant deportation bill. presstv.ir British lawmakers have voted in favor of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's contentious plan to send migrants to Rwanda.
(2023-12-13). Not a Single Car or Truck in: a Report Back on Blocking the Morning Shift at P&W, a Weapons Company Arming Israel. worldbeyondwar.org A blockade of 200 workers didn't let a single car or truck into Pratt & Whitney Canada for their entire morning shift! A report back of what we accomplished, media coverage, and how to support.
(2023-12-13). The Resistance of the Argentinean Memory: Human Rights in the New Political Scenario. pressenza.com Slowly, the crowd moves forward one step and then another and then stands still, slowly turning counterclockwise, with the Pirámide de Mayo crowned by the Statue of Liberty on the left and the Casa Rosada in front, as the Madres have done every Thursday afternoon for more than four decades. Some weeks only about twenty people accompanied them, but today, with several Mothers, assisted in wheelchairs, so many have arrived at the Plaza de Mayo that this 2380th lap is not enough to go all the way around. | Today is Thursday, 23 November, and the Mothers called for the first round following the landslide election vic…
(2023-12-13). Sunday 12/17: Screening of Roadmap to Apartheid & the Struggle Today Against US Funded Israeli Genocide. indybay.org 474 Valencia St.
(2023-12-13). Saturday 12/16: Freshly Ground Matcha at Ritual Coffee in the Mission. indybay.org 1026 VALENCIA STREET | SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110 | (415) 641-1011…
(2023-12-13). Monterey Bay Central Labor Council Calls for Ceasefire in Israel and Palestine. indybay.org On December 6, the Monterey Bay Central Labor Council voted on a statement calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Palestine to local, state, and federal electeds. The Monterey Bay Central Labor Council (MBCLC) is the local body of the AFL-CIO. MBCLC serves as a coalition of the Labor Community in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, with over 80 affiliated unions, representing more than 37,000 union members and their families.
(2023-12-13). As We Look to 2024, Here's What Hope Looks Like. otherwords.org After a year of economic hardship, climate disasters, and war, few could be blamed for feeling like our leaders have let us down. As we look ahead to a new year, I find it helpful to remember examples of those who not only saw the problem clearly, but brought people together to find solutions. | In 1967, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called for a "radical redistribution of political and economic power" to address poverty, war, and racism. To do so, he turned to those who were on the frontlines of these crises, not those who perpetrated them. | He worked tirelessly to organize the original Poor People's Cam…
(2023-12-13). India rejects OIC's comments on SC verdict on J-K. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : India on Wednesday strongly rejected the comments by the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expressing concern over the Supreme Court's verdict upholding the 2019 revocation of Article 370 of the Constitution that gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said the OIC's action at the behest …
(2023-12-13). India votes for UNGA resolution for Gaza ceasefire. muslimmirror.com United Nations : Faced with the "challenge" to "strike the right balance", India has joined the General Assembly's call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza, reversing its earlier position of abstaining. After the resolution was adopted on Tuesday with 153 votes, India's Permanent Representative to UN, Ruchira Kamboj, outlined the …
(2023-12-13). Israel losing support due to indiscriminate bombing of Gaza: Biden. muslimmirror.com Washington : In his strongest criticism yet of Israel since Hamas launched its massive assault on October 7, US President Joe Biden has said that the Jewish nation is losing support due to the "indiscriminate bombing" of the Gaza Strip. Addressing a donors' fundraising event here on Tuesday night, the President said: "Israel's security can …
(2023-12-13). Jammu and Kashmir High Court orders release of Journalist Asif Sultan after 5 years. muslimmirror.com The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has quashed the preventive detention order imposed on journalist Asif Sultan by the Srinagar District Magistrate. The court, headed by Justice V C Koul, said that Sultan's fundamental right to a fair appeal was obstructed due to inadequate provision of detention records and evidence. Asif Sultan has been held …
(2023-12-13). SC Judgment on Article 370 is beyond "Kafkaesque" muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba The Supreme Court judgment in favor of the BJP government that abrogated Article 370 of the Constitution and scrapped the special status granted to the then State of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) on August 5, 370 has become a matter of debate. A lot has been written on the Presidential Order …
(2023-12-13). Turning defeat into opportunity: The silver lining for INDAI in recent assembly election. muslimmirror.com By Dr M Qutubuddin The recent outcomes of the five state assembly elections seem to present a formidable blow to the INDAI (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) particularly its major constituent, the Congress party, and perhaps, to the progressive and democratic ideals in India. The results appear to underscore the dominance of Hindutva ideology in …
(2023-12-13). Turning defeat into opportunity: The silver lining for INDIA in recent assembly election. muslimmirror.com By Dr M Qutubuddin The recent outcomes of the five state assembly elections seem to present a formidable blow to the INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) particularly its major constituent, the Congress party, and perhaps, to the progressive and democratic ideals in India. The results appear to underscore the dominance of Hindutva ideology in …
(2023-12-13). Two men jump from visitor's gallery in Lok Sabha, lit smoke sticks, say MPs. muslimmirror.com In a massive security breach on Wednesday on the day of the 22nd anniversary of 2001 Parliament attack, two unidentified people jumped into Lok Sabha from the visitors' gallery, started running around the House and also lit up smoke sticks. The MPs who were participating in the House proceedings were taken by surprise. The incident …
(2023-12-13). COP28 Has Failed; New App Helps Public Take Matters Into Their Own Hands. popularresistance.org As COP28 draws to a close — mired in inaction and controversy — a new app is launching to let the public take matters into their own hands. "Earthize" will allow people to avoid any companies that greenwash, invest in fossil fuels, or damage the environment. That is, you can now stop using corporations that fuel the climate and biodiversity crises. At the end of COP28 on Tuesday 12 December, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) promised to try again to strike a deal as the Dubai climate summit passed its deadline. At-risk nations and Western powers rejected a proposal that stopped short of phasing out fossi…
(2023-12-13). The U.S. Is Complicit with Israel in the Genocide in Gaza. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). ECOWAS to hold talks with Niger as Sahel states move to expand ties. peoplesdispatch.org The West African regional bloc has decided to negotiate with Niamey for a "short transition roadmap" that can potentially lift sweeping economic sanctions. Meanwhile, Niger, along with Mali and Burkina Faso, is strengthening regional integration…
(2023-12-13). Ugandan street kid turned serial murderer gets 134 years in jail. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has sentenced former street kid Musa Musasizi to a 134-year jail term for the murder of five women in Nakulabye and Kasubi suburbs of Kampala City within one month in 2021. His victims included his girlfriend, Mackline Ahereza, Violet Kansiime, her three-month-old baby, Nourine …
(2023-12-13). U.S. states weigh more abortion cases and policy. america.cgtn.com 
The future of abortion access across large swaths of the American Mountain West could be decided this week. | The Supreme Courts of Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, and Wyoming are all weighing cases that could determine how much access — if any — a woman will have to the procedure. | It's the complicated, often messy, aftermath of last year's overturning of Roe v. Wade — the 1973 landmark U.S. Supreme Court case that protected American women's rights to an abortion. The Supreme Court threw the issue back to U.S. states to decide. | CGTN's Toni Waterman reports.
(2023-12-13). Pfizer Has a Criminal Record. Did the Media or Your Government Inform You? Had You Known Would You Have Accepted to Receive the Covid-19 mRNA Vaccine? globalresearch.ca Introduction : | In September 2009, the U.S
(2023-12-15). CNN Goes To Gaza. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Watching the sloppy propagandistic spin of the western press reminds me of how grateful I am for all the real journalists in Gaza who've been doing the heavy lifting, even while their lives are in serious danger.
(2023-12-15). Scandinavian unions say Musk 'can't just make his own rules'. workers.org Swedish auto mechanics have been on strike against Tesla since Oct. 27 to win a collective bargaining agreement. The auto company, which does not have any plants in Sweden, has several repair shops. IF Metall, the union that represents the workers, has been trying for years to get Tesla to . . . |
(2023-12-14). Stop the torture! Free Dr. Aafia Siddiqui! workers.org The report below is excerpted from Pakistan Aaj TV, followed by excerpts from The News. Incarcerated Pakistani neuroscientist Aafia Siddiqui met with her sister Dr. Fowzia for the second time in two years at a prison hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, on Monday. In one of her earlier videos, Dr. . . . |
(2023-12-14). Attacks on journalism and media are dangerous to us all. workers.org Relatives and colleagues of two Palestinian journalists, killed in an Israeli strike, mourn over the bodies of Hasouna Slim and Sari Mansoor during their funeral in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, Nov. 19, 2023. By Aja Arnold, Victoria Bouloubasis, Rebecca Chowdhury, Rae Garringer, Charmaine Lang, Nour Saudi, Tina Vasquez and Lewis Raven . . . |
(2023-12-14). Palestine Solidarity Austria defends member group from gov't attack. workers.org Palestine Solidarity Austria defends member group from gov't attack We received this statement from Palestine Solidarity Austria. To understand the importance of the current developments, one should be aware that Austria, a country of 9 million residents of whom 17% are non-citizens, had been neutral regarding military pacts since the . . . |
(2023-12-14). Spotting a Media Psyop. dissidentvoice.org
(2023-12-14). Venezuela's 2024 Budget Prioritizes Social Investment. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez presented the nation's budget for the year 2024 to the National Assembly earlier today. The budget earmarks 77% for social investment. | The budget totaled 729 billion bolívars (USD 20.5 billion). The vice president explained that ordinary income represents 38.8% of the budget, extraordinary income represents 47.8%, and represents debt 13.4%. It is estimated that assets will be allocated to development projects of the Homeland Plan (Plan de la Patria). | She said that, for the first time, the defense of Guayana Esequiba was included in the nation's budget, in compliance w…
(2023-12-14). Trump Is Leading Joe Biden In Key Battleground States: Georgia And Michigan. moguldom.com Former President Donald Trump is gaining momentum in crucial battleground states, raising concerns for President Joe Biden's re-election prospects. Recent CNN polls conducted by SSRS reveal that Trump has the upper hand in two pivotal states: Michigan and Georgia. These findings come as broad majorities in both states express negative views of President Biden's job …
(2023-12-14). NYT amplifies outrage over imaginary calls for genocide. mronline.org University presidents are under fire from politicians and the media over what is being framed as their waffling over allowing antisemitic speech on their campuses.
(2023-12-14). Statewide Pennsylvania protest for Palestine. workers.org WW Photo: Joe Piette Hundreds of activists braved heavy rains to rally and march in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, for Pennsylvania's first statewide action in solidarity with Palestine. Demonstrators, coming from multiple cities around the state, gathered outside the Pennsylvania Capitol where they placed over 300 infant-size, mock body bags, produced by . . . |
(2023-12-14). White supremacist, antisemitic Congress targets colleges over Palestine. workers.org Rally for Palestine at UPenn campus, Oct. 16, 2023. In response to the U.S. Congressional Committee hearing, "Holding Campus Leaders Accountable and Confronting Anti Semitism," held Dec. 5, seven campus organizations issued a joint statement on Instagram Dec. 10. The groups, representing students at Harvard, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology . . . |
(2023-12-14). Israel is not fighting against Hamas but against civilians. btselem.org Implementing a criminal policy of bombings.
(2023-12-14). Joe Manchin and the Legal Corruption That Threatens Our Planet. ips-dc.org Sen. For climate advocates especially, Manchin…
(2023-12-14). Peace activists slapped with the foreign agent charge, again. cpusa.org Tom Fitzgerald of Fox 5 News and Jeffrey James, a retired secret service agent, recently
(2023-12-14). The Leftist Case for Collecting. progressive.org Collecting, as a practice of love and admiration, is the antithesis to over-consumption. Through collecting, progressives can cherish, dwell on, and live with the physical manifestations of our humanity.
(2023-12-14). Tuesday 12/12: Candlelight Vigil for Berkeley Ceasefire Resolution. indybay.org 1231 Addison Way, Berkeley, just outside City Council mtg room and on the sidewalk on Addison…
(2023-12-14). Nate Cohn Says People Don't Like Biden Because It's Harder to Do Things Today. cepr.net There is a clear disconnect between how people rate the economy (the general economy, not their own economic condition — which most say is good) and standard measures of economic performance. This disconnect has led to a "vibes" vs economic reality debate, with one side arguing that negative news coverage and social media have led …
(2023-12-14). Ukraine War: Mainstream Media Narrative Doubles Down on "Russia Losing" Fantasies. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-13). Xi pays tribute to late leader Ho Chi Minh. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, visited the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, on Wednesday to lay a wreath and pay his respects.
(2023-12-13). Managing differences amid collaboration stressed. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has called on China and Vietnam to advance pragmatic cooperation and effectively manage their problems and differences.
(2023-12-13). China, Vietnam agree to boost partnership. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping underlined the need for both China and Vietnam to work together to oppose any attempt that undermines the peace and stability of the Asia-Pacific region, during his meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh in Hanoi on Wednesday.
(2023-12-13). Public-private partnerships encouraged. ecns.cn China has issued a guideline that includes a raft of policies that would make it easier for public and private sector entities to form partnerships as part of the country's efforts to fine-tune the cooperation mechanism between government funding and social capital.
(2023-12-13). Presidents vow to advance solidarity, cooperation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping emphasized on Wednesday the need for China and Vietnam to deepen win-win cooperation and make the pie of common interests even bigger, as they forge ahead with the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
(2023-12-13). Xi: Carry forward China-Vietnam friendship. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping reiterated on Wednesday China's commitment to peaceful development and its policy of friendship and partnership with neighboring countries, and said that the nation is willing to share the more benefits of Chinese modernization with neighboring countries.
(2023-12-13). Not even snow will stop Professor Ge from his passion. ecns.cn After the snowfall in Beijing on Monday, a netizen captured a touching scene on the campus of the University of Science and Technology Beijing: Professor Ge Changchun, 89, braving the cold to ride to the laboratory, reported Beijing Daily.
(2023-12-13). COP28 concludes with deal to transition away from fossil fuels. ecns.cn Countries finally agreed, for the first time, to transition away from fossil fuels in Dubai on Wednesday to avert the worst effects of climate change after clashing over whether to include the wording "phase out of fossil fuels" in previous drafts.
(2023-12-13). China opposes UK foreign secretary's meeting with Jimmy Lai's son. ecns.cn China expressed strong opposition on Wednesday to the latest meeting between UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and the son of notorious media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who is also considered as "modern-day traitor" for his acts and deeds in instigating violent riots in Hong Kong back in 2019.
(2023-12-13). China releases first AI large language model for ancient book research. ecns.cn A college research team from East China's Jiangsu Province has recently released China's first large language model (LLM), a type of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm that uses deep learning techniques and massively big data sets to help conduct research on Chinese ancient books.
(2023-12-14). Large gold deposit discovered in Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn A large-scale gold deposit whose value is estimated at 17 billion yuan ($2.38 billion) was discovered recently in Urad Middle Banner of Bayannuur, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, during a geological exploration.
(2023-12-14). Raised forecast for China's economic growth. ecns.cn The Asian Development Bank has raised its forecast for China's economic growth in 2023 to 5.2 percent from September's estimate of 4.9 percent as household consumption and public investment have driven up growth in the third quarter.
(2023-12-14). China's economic activity picks up for 2023. ecns.cn The Word Bank has revised up its forecast for China's economic growth this year and next from its October estimates, expecting the world's second-largest economy to grow by 5.2 percent in 2023 and 4.5 percent in 2024.
(2023-12-14). China rebukes EU report for 'prejudices, lies, interference in Chinese internal affairs'. ecns.cn The Mission of China to the EU on Thursday harshly criticized the EU report that the mission said is full of prejudices and lies and interferes in China's internal affairs.
(2023-12-14). The 'brain drain' is a symptom of how capitalism has failed the healthcare sector. mronline.org Every year, thousands of healthcare workers leave South Africa, in order to chase better opportunities, as wealthier countries exploit desperate working conditions faced by them. This brain drain is a direct result of neoliberal policies, especially austerity.
(2023-12-14). UN Members support Gaza cease-fire in overwhelming 153-10 vote. mronline.org Humanity has prevailed," said Egyptian Ambassador Osama Abdel Khalek. "The Israeli aggression on Gaza must end. This bloodshed must stop."
(2023-12-14). Hideous Times of High Hope. dissidentvoice.org It is hard for those who have not lived through the shattering political assassinations of the 1960s to grasp their significance for today. Many might assume that that was then and long before their time, so let's move on to what we must deal with today. Let some old folks, the obsessive ones, live in …
(2023-12-14). "Four Died Trying": John F. Kennedy, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, Robert F. Kennedy: A Powerful, Riveting, and Masterful Documentary Series Begins. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Australia's new migration strategy to reduce post-study work rights. geo.tv Student visa changes may create new hurdles for int'l students as Australia recovers from COVID-19 pandemic…
(2023-12-14). WHO Pandemic Treaty's Global Power Grab in May 2024. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Selected Articles: From Dallas to Gaza: Was JFK's Assassination Instrumental in Strengthening Zionist Israel? globalresearch.ca By President John F. Kennedy was assassinated 60 years ago. If he had lived and won a second term, the Israeli Palestinian …
(2023-12-14). Imperial launches Centre for Sectoral Economic Performance. imperial.ac.uk Imperial is launching a new research centre to find ways to make the UK economy more productive and competitive.
(2023-12-14). Is ICC still relevant? Not so, says Brazil's Lula da Silva. And he is not alone. infobrics.org Having been formed in 2002, with the exception of the Putin/Lvova-Belova arrest warrant and the investigation on Rodrigo Duterte (former President of the Philippines), all other cases thus far launched by the criminal court have been against Africans. It is no wonder its legitimacy and impartiality is being questioned.
(2023-12-14). Other Kiev regime hyenas after Zelensky as he loses grip on power. infobrics.org The political struggle in Kiev is bound to look more like a hyena fight, particularly when Western funding starts running dry. The situation on the frontlines will further exacerbate this, a fact that Zelensky's opponents will (ab)use to the maximum.
(2023-12-14). Zelensky recognises he will be forced to cede territories to Russia without US help. infobrics.org Elon Musk warns Ukraine that it risks losing more territory to Russia if the war continues.
(2023-12-14). Guayana Esequiba: Geo-Economics of an Occupation. telesurenglish.net An air of bonanza has raised the projections of the Exxon Mobil corporation, which accumulated around 414 billion dollars in 2022, an unprecedented income in its history, which represents 44.8 percent more than the previous year. It is a gigantic increase if compared to its crisis in 2020, when its losses put its place in the stock market in jeopardy. | RELATED: | Also from the research of that American corporati…
(2023-12-14). Censorship and Civic Terror in Canada: The Silencing of Palestinian Voices and Palestinian Supporters. socialistproject.ca
(2023-12-14). 'Moral insanity': Biden admin bypasses Congress to rush tank shells to Israel. mronline.org "Rushing deadly weapons to the far-right and openly genocidal Israeli government without congressional review robs American voters of their voice in Congress," said one critic.
(2023-12-14). Ukrainian trial demonstrates 2014 Maidan massacre was false flag. mronline.org A massacre of protesters during the 2014 Maidan coup set the stage for the ouster of Ukraine's elected president, Viktor Yanukovych. Now, an explosive trial in Kiev has produced evidence the killings were a false flag designed to trigger regime change.
(2023-12-14). US Losing Allies on Gaza. consortiumnews.com
(2023-12-14). A Flawed and Dangerous Presence: US Troops in Syria. dissidentvoice.org
(2023-12-14). Israeli sniper kills "everyone who moves" in Gaza hospital. electronicintifada.net
(2023-12-14). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 69: Reports of Israeli soldier shooting women and children execution style in Gaza. mondoweiss.net
(2023-12-14). UN Members support Gaza cease-fire in overwhelming 153-10 vote. mronline.org
(2023-12-14). Israel to present US official with 2024 Gaza war plans. new.thecradle.co
(2023-12-14). Palestinians killed 'execution-style' in Gaza school: Report. new.thecradle.co
(2023-12-14). NDN Collective's Second Week At COP28 In Dubai. popularresistance.org
(2023-12-14). The Transit Equity Movement Wins Biggest Zero Fare Victory Yet. popularresistance.org
(2023-12-14). Latest COP28 Draft Does Not Mention Fossil Fuel Phaseout. ecowatch.com
(2023-12-14). Record Year & Yet Barely Any Media Coverage. youtube.com
(2023-12-14). Far Right on The Rise Around The World. youtube.com
(2023-12-14). Here's Why Record Number of Elderly Are Dirt Poor. youtube.com
(2023-12-14). Climate Activists Totally Ruin This Event. youtu.be
(2023-12-14). AI's digital likeness blends the lines of reality. america.cgtn.com Artificial Intelligence, or AI, has been at the forefront of tech news as it enters numerous sectors, including content creation. That includes industries where AI video and images, and even digital likenesses are blending the lines of reality. CGTN's Mark Niu has more.
(2023-12-14). Replacing a Disastrous War with a Just Peace in Ukraine. fpif.org Although the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza has captured the world's horrified attention, the war in Ukraine has had even more terrible consequences. Grinding on for nearly two years, Russia's massive military invasion of that country has taken hundreds of thousands of lives, created millions of refugees, wrecked Ukraine's civilian infrastructure and economy, and consumed enormous financial resources from nations around the world. | And yet, despite the Ukraine War's vast human and economic costs, there is no sign that it is abating. Russia and Ukraine are now bogged down in very bloody military stale…
(2023-12-14). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 69: Reports of Israeli soldier shooting women and children execution style in Gaza. mondoweiss.net The situation in Jenin "continues deteriorating" as it enters its third day under Israeli military siege; meanwhile, in Gaza, displaced Palestinians face frigid temperatures under heavy rainfall.
(2023-12-14). Israel Is Wiping Out Gaza's Journalists: A Tribute. mintpressnews.com Editor's Note: Dear Readers, MintPress News' YouTube channel was recently demonetized, and many of our videos made age-restricted. We would greatly appreciate your support by becoming a member of our I recently became the recipient of the Women and Media Award from the Women's Institute of the Freedom of the Press. While it's truly an honor to receive this recognition for the journalism that I direct at MintPress News…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to help a frozen shoulder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity, including sleep, difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, says Dr. Christopher Camp, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/OU6-i4dKPKs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Do you know the signs of inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 1—7, which makes this a good time to learn about the signs and symptoms of these disorders. Researchers estimate that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn's disease, and 600,000 to 900,000 people in the U.S. have ulcerative colitis, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of your…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Wash your hands to stay healthy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Handwashing Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 3—9, so this is a good time for a reminder that washing your hands is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading illness. Keeping hands clean can prevent 1 in 3 diarrhea-related illnesses and 1 in 5 respiratory infections, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hand-washing is an easy way to prevent infection. As you touch people, surfaces and objects throughout the…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Flu vaccination and cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed Dec. 4—8, which makes this a good time to learn more about the flu and why it's especially important that you get a flu shot if you have cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, now's the time. For…
(2023-12-14). Consumer Health: Understanding ear infection in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org "My ear hurts." There are many conditions that can trigger this complaint from a young child. Depending on the symptoms, causes of earache in children include a foreign object in the ear, the common cold, swimmer's ear and earwax blockage. Another common cause of ear pain in children is an ear infection, or otitis media. It's an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Do you need more vitamin D in the winter? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones healthy and strong. It also has properties that support your immune system and neuromuscular health. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says one of the main ways your body gets vitamin D is through direct sunlight on the skin. And during winter in the Northern Hemisphere, that can sometimes be a challenge. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7D5TR8eRdCs Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips from a dietitian on managing holiday indulgences. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whether it's work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences.Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, shares three tips to help manage holiday indulgences this season. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/gMCQIt_bIUs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Sickle cell disease explained. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Food and Drug Administration is expected to decide by Dec. 8 on a new therapy to treat sickle cell disease using gene editing technology called CRISPR, which stands for clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats. Approximately 250 million people worldwide carry the gene for sickle cell disease. It affects those with roots in Africa, Spanish-speaking regions in the Western Hemisphere, Saudi Arabia, India and Mediterranean countries. In the U.S., sickle cell disease is most common in…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic expert on future of HIV on World AIDS Day. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World AIDS Day, observed on Dec. 1, raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and pays tribute to those affected by the disease. Globally, about 39 million people are living with HIV infection, according to the World Health Organization. HIV is the virus that causes the condition. The virus can spread through sexual contact, sharing infected needles and, less commonly, it can pass from mother to child. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases physician and HIV researcher, says that, while there…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Health benefits of volunteering. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My neighbor recently retired, and I've been trying to convince her to volunteer at the library with me. She's not swayed by my stories of feeling good from helping others. Can you share some other benefits of dedicating her time and energy to a cause? ANSWER: Thank you for volunteering in your community and for trying to persuade your neighbor to join you. Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people's lives. The…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Managing medication for loved ones. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My elderly mom has recently been told she needs to take a bunch of different medications every day due to her health conditions. It's gotten pretty overwhelming, and I'm worried about things like her missing doses or drug interactions. I just want to make sure she's safe and healthy. Do you have tips on how to handle my mom's meds? ANSWER: Some older people struggle with remembering to take their medications or…
(2023-12-14). Identifying new potential in cancer-killing T cells. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Joanina Gicobi began her Ph.D. degree five years ago at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, she was interested in thinking creatively about ways to improve cancer treatment. In particular, she was curious about the body's natural ability to fight tumors: Could that process be improved? In the laboratory of Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., she joined efforts to learn more about the T cells that are part of an inherent cancer-killing immune response. Joanina Gicobi,…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 signs your sick child may need to see a healthcare professional. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org While most common colds, flu, or other illnesses can be treated at home, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician with Mayo Clinic's Children's Center, says parents should watch for these three signs that their sick child may need to see a healthcare professional. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/PRUMG4pVE6M Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 09) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Hydration When children are sick, they're…
(2023-12-14). Health and zombie cells in aging. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org With age, cells can experience senescence, a state where they stop growing but continue releasing inflammatory and tissue-degrading molecules. When a person is young, the immune system responds and eliminates senescent cells, often referred to as zombie cells. However, zombie cells linger and contribute to various age-related health problems and diseases. Mayo Clinic researchers, in two studies, shed light on the biology of aging cells. In a study published in Aging Cell, Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed zombie…
(2023-12-14). Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin achieves Magnet designation for nursing excellence. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin has achieved Magnet designation, the highest national honor for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Mayo Clinic Health System received the recognition on Nov. 29 as a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care. The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest…
(2023-12-14). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo gives tips on preventing falls on ice during busy season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Tis the season of a million errands and shopping trips, and it just so happens to coincide with that time of year when ice and snow begin to impact travel, both in our cars and on foot. In the north country, a good pair of boots isn't always enough to protect your feet and ankles from injury if you're not careful. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 1…
(2023-12-14). The rainbow of urine colors: What's typical, what's not. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regular urine color varies but usually ranges from clear to pale yellow. The exact hue depends on how much water you drink. Fluids dilute the yellow pigments in urine. So the more you drink, the clearer your urine looks. When you drink less, the yellow color becomes stronger. Some foods and medications can change the color of urine. For example, foods like beets, blackberries and fava beans can turn urine pink or red. Some medications…
(2023-12-14). Advancing patient care with biologics: 4 ways Mayo Clinic's biomanufacturing strategy is making a difference. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic seeks to harness the power of cells, tissue and genes by delivering first-of-their kind therapeutics for patients in early-stage clinical trials. Mayo Clinic's Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics is leading an effort that is at the crossroads of biology, engineering, industry and medicine to expand biomanufacturing for rare and complex disorders. Biomanufacturing is the use of living organisms such as cells in the manufacturing of new medicines. On-site biomanufacturing helps Mayo Clinic validate new biologics in…
(2023-12-14). Use of anticoagulant drug after aortic valve replacement lowers mortality risk, Mayo Clinic study finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Patients who received the anticoagulant drug warfarin after bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement had lower incidence of mortality and a decreased risk of blood clots, according to a retrospective study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings. The use of bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement has increased significantly during the past decade. Among its advantages is that most patients can avoid warfarin for anticoagulation treatment. Even so, research has been conflicting on whether patients would benefit…
(2023-12-14). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo says hand hygiene, maintaining distance can keep viruses at bay. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — The holiday season is ubiquitous with family gatherings, shopping excursions in busy stores and malls, and workplace potlucks. With all the fun and merriment of the season, it's easy to forget that these gatherings in enclosed spaces also can lead to uninvited guests: nasty colds, RSV, gastrointestinal viruses, COVID-19 and the flu. "Getting sick during the holidays seems to feel even worse because we may be missing out on the fun while…
(2023-12-14). DINNER WITH THE OLIGARCHS. sonar21.com This article is intended to help shed light on some of the reported murky dealings in both Russia and China as the communist system ran into serious trouble. American influence upended the old order in Russia during the period of Yeltsin and the same happened in China during the Jiang period, although to a lessor degree. In addition, many of the Western political, economic, and social ideas became fashionable in both countries. | Russia led the way in adopting Western ways, without stopping to investigate whether they were good or bad, or how to adopt them successfully. China made great efforts to avoid the…
(2023-12-14). Panamanian people score a great victory, struggle continues. workers.org Published Dec. 2 in Panamá, where the author is a professor of sociology and an anti-imperialist political leader. Translation: John Catalinotto The ruling of unconstitutionality, issued by the Supreme Court of Justice of Panamá on Nov. 28, constituted the successful conclusion of a great popular victory against the abusive mining . . . |
(2023-12-14). Argentina: The Milei Moment Has Arrived. orinocotribune.com By Luis Alberto Quevedo — Dec 11, 2023 | Yesterday, Javier Milei's intense life as a panelist came to an end and his new life as president of the nation begins. Now his words and diagnoses will have to become government actions. For this reason, his first speech in front of the Legislative Assembly, at the very moment this mutation was taking place, aroused so much interest. The first surprise was that he did not address the deputies and senators who were constituted as representatives of the people: the two assembled chambers embody the always heterogeneous preferences of our society. Milei preferred instea…
(2023-12-14). European trade unions march in Brussels to protest the EU-imposed austerity. peoplesdispatch.org The protests took place in the context of the likely enforcement of the European Union's (EU) Stability and Growth Pact which will lead to combined cuts worth EUR 45 billion from the budgets of 14 member states…
(2023-12-14). Israel continues to kill hundreds of Palestinian civilians in Gaza and West Bank. peoplesdispatch.org Israeli forces abducted the director and over 70 staff from Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza after causing death of two injured Palestinians by preventing timely treatment…
(2023-12-14). Statement on Kurt Campbell's nomination to be Deputy Secretary of State. peacepivot.org On November 1, President Joe Biden announced Kurt Campbell's appointment as Deputy Secretary of State. For anyone concerned about the dangerous state of relations between the United States and China, this is a troubling development. Kurt Campbell has been one of the principal advocates of a hostile and belligerent posture toward China over the past …
(2023-12-14). Hezbollah warning: Strikes on Israel to continue as long as Gaza genocidal war rages. presstv.ir Sheikh Naim Qassem, Hezbollah's deputy secretary-general, says the Lebanese resistance movement will continue retaliatory strikes against Israel until the regime ends its war on Gaza.
(2023-12-14). Licence to kill: Iran says US enables Israel's genocide by opposing Gaza truce. presstv.ir Iran's UN envoy says the United States' opposition to a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza enables Israel to continue the genocide of civilians in the Palestinian territory.
(2023-12-14). First Intifada remembered. presstv.ir The first intifada, or uprising, began in December 1987 and ended in September 1993 with the signing of the first Oslo Accords, which provided a framework for Israeli 'peace negotiations' with the Palestinians.
(2023-12-14). West not willing to establish Palestinian state: Russia. presstv.ir Russia says Israel and its Western allies do not want Palestinians to establish an independent state in the occupied territories.
(2023-12-14). Gaza facing 'public health disaster' as Israeli army besieges hospitals: UN. presstv.ir UN also says Gaza's health system remains under siege and is barely functioning.
(2023-12-14). US has no plans to restrict military aid to Israel: Officials. presstv.ir US officials say the Biden administration has no plans to place conditions on military aid to Israel.
(2023-12-14). Palestinian poll shows a rise in Hamas support, increase in anti-US sentiments. presstv.ir The level of anti-Americanism and anti-Westernism is huge among Palestinians, the survey shows.
(2023-12-14). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years in 2003.
(2023-12-14). "Pogrom": From Kishinev in Tsarist Russia (1903) to Gaza, Palestine (2023). globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Israel's Never-Ending Wars on Its Neighbors & What Comes Next, w/ Ghadi Francis. thealtworld.com
(2023-12-14). The US Could Have Stopped Israel's Genocide In Gaza, Opted For Unlimited Killing. thelastamericanvagabond.com The US government stood alone at the United Nations Security Council last Friday as it vetoed a resolution that called for a humanitarian ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Every other nation spoke with passion about the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding, with most issuing condemnatory remarks. But the US chose to blame Hamas for the suffering of
(2023-12-14). East Palestine Forced To Treat Norfolk Waste Water & Israel Knowingly Rounded Up/Executed Civilians. 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 (12/14/23). 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
(2023-12-14). A Stunning Rebuke: U.N. Cease-fire Vote Humiliates U.S. Imperialism. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-14). Assam govt converts 1281 Madrasas into general schools. muslimmirror.com The Assam government has renamed at least 1281 Madrasas across 31 districts in the state and turned them into general schools, officials said on Thursday. Taking to his X handle, state education minister Ranoj Pegu shared the information. He wrote, "Consequent to conversion of all Govt and Provincialised Madrasas into general schools under Board of …
(2023-12-14). Parliament security breach: Case registered under UAPA. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : The Delhi Police has registered a case under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in connection with the Parliament security breach, officials said on Thursday. In a major security breach on the anniversary of the 2001 Parliament terror attack on Wednesday, two persons — Sagar Sharma and Manoranjan D — jumped into …
(2023-12-14). Shahi Idgah row: HC likely to pass order on appointment of advocate commissioner. muslimmirror.com Prayagraj : The Allahabad High Court is likely to deliver on Thursday its order on an application seeking appointment of a court-monitored advocate commissioner to survey the Shahi Idgah premises adjoining the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. On November 16, Justice Mayank Kumar Jain had reserved the order on the application after hearing the …
(2023-12-14). Guyana Considers Establishing US Military Base (+Trinidad & Tobago). orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-14). European trade unions march in Brussels to protest the EU-imposed austerity. peoplesdispatch.org On December 12, trade unionists, political parties, and other working-class sections from around 30 countries participated in a major demonstration led by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) protesting the EU-imposed austerity in the region. The march was organized against the backdrop of the summit of EU leaders in Brussels on December 14 and 15 …
(2023-12-14). "Fedayin: Georges Abdallah's Fight" now available free on YouTube. samidoun.net "Fedayin: Georges Abdallah's Fight" was released in 2021; this documentary explores the life in struggle of Georges Ibrahim Abdallah, the Lebanese Arab struggler for Palestine jailed in France for 39 years. Since its release, it has been screened at hundreds of events, film festivals and public activities in over 20 countries. Now, Collectif Vacarme(s) Films, …
(2023-12-14). Patrick Lawrence: That New Hunter Biden Indictment. scheerpost.com Attorney and businessman Hunter Biden (son of US President Joseph Biden) on the left, lawyer Abbe Lowell on the right, surrounded by a gaggle of reporters asking about Biden's potential testimony before the House of Representatives about his foreign business dealings. Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons By Patrick Lawrence / Original …
(2023-12-14). Unilateral Sanity Could Save the World. scheerpost.com Daniel Ellsberg by Christopher Michel is licensed under CC BY 2.0 / Flickr By Norman Solomon / TomDispatch Top American officials in the "national security" establishment are notably good at smooth rhetoric and convenient silences. Their scant regard for truth or human life has changed remarkably little since 1971 when Daniel Ellsberg risked decades in prison to leak the Pentagon Papers …
(2023-12-14). Shadowproof Is Shutting Down. shadowproof.com After eight years, we have decided that it is time to shut down Shadowproof, but that does not mean that the independent journalism that we fostered is coming entirely to an end. In a span of time defined by numerous global crises and an ever-shifting online media landscape, readers like you helped us develop an …
(2023-12-14). Asciende a 406 cifra de firmantes de paz asesinados en Colombia. telesurtv.net Defensoría del Pueblo emitió la AT 026/20 para el municipio de Mesetas en la cual señala que en la zona se generan condiciones de violencia que ponen en riesgo a distintas personas.
(2023-12-14). Rusia denuncia que Occidente no quiere un Estado palestino. telesurtv.net El conflicto palestino-israelí también fue abordado en una conversación telefónica sostenida este miércoles entre el jefe del Consejo de Seguridad ruso, Nikolái Pátrushev, con su colega israelí, Tsaji Hanegbi.
(2023-12-14). Armenia y Azerbaiyán intercambian prisioneros de guerra. telesurtv.net El primer ministro armenio confirmó la llegada de los 32 militares detenidos en el transcurso de los últimos tres años.
(2023-12-14). Presidente egipcio lidera resultados preliminares de elecciones. telesurtv.net Las elecciones estaban previstas para abril de 2024, pero por decisión de Al Sisi fueron adelantadas previo a la aplicación de un paquete de medidas.
(2023-12-14). Reportan en México menor tasa de homicidios dolosos en siete años. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con sus datos, se contabilizaron 2.350 homicidios dolosos en los 30 días de noviembre.
(2023-12-14). Siria y Vietnam dialogan para mejorar relaciones bilaterales. telesurtv.net Thanh Son manifestó que su país desea fortalecer sus vínculos con la nación árabe.
(2023-12-14). Prosigue fuego cruzado entre Hezbolá y ocupantes israelíes. telesurtv.net Resistencia islámica libanesa atacó un emplazamiento militar al norte de la Palestina ocupada. Israel respondió con ataques de aviones y blindados contra áreas de Líbano.
(2023-12-14). ONU saluda diálogo entre presidentes de Venezuela y Guyana. telesurtv.net Antonio Guterres informa que enviará a dos observadores a la reunión de este jueves entre Nicolás Maduro e Irfaan Ali en San Vicente y las Granadinas.
(2023-12-14). Vicepresidenta de Venezuela presenta proyecto de Ley de Presupuesto para 2024. telesurtv.net La Asamblea Nacional aprobó en primera discusión el Proyecto de Presupuesto correspondiente al Ejercicio Económico Financiero 2024.
(2023-12-14). Ciclón tropical Jasper toca territorio australiano. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento el fenómeno ha ocasionado la caída de árboles en las ciudades de Port Douglas y Cairns, y se espera que cause inundaciones repentinas en la zona aledaña a estas ciudades.
(2023-12-14). ONU: el 18 % de las estructuras de Gaza están dañadas. telesurtv.net La información está basada en una imagen de muy alta resolución recogida el 26 de noviembre por el Centro de Satélites de las Naciones Unidas.
(2023-12-14). Accidente vial deja varios fallecidos en autopista de Venezuela. telesurtv.net El accidente fue provocado por la colisión de un transporte de carga contra varios vehículos.
(2023-12-14). Vladímir Putin: "Habrá paz cuando logremos los objetivos" telesurtv.net El mandatario ruso aseguró que la desmilitarización de Ucrania es inminente ya que el país vive "de los regalos de occidente".
(2023-12-14). Arriba a México jefa negociadora del Gobierno de Colombia. telesurtv.net El Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN), agradeció la presencia de la nueva jefa negociadora del Gobierno colombiano.
(2023-12-14). Aprueban formalizar investigación de juicio político contra Joe Biden. telesurtv.net En esta jornada tuvo lugar la votación de la Cámara para abrir formalmente una investigación de juicio político contra el presidente Joe Biden.
(2023-12-14). Inflación en Argentina sube al 12,8 % en noviembre. telesurtv.net El Indec registró que la inflación de noviembre fue la más alta de 2023, superando al 12,7 por ciento de septiembre.
(2023-12-14). Instituto meteorológico registra intensas lluvias al occidente de Cuba. telesurtv.net La costa norte de la capital cubana fue afectada en horas de la madrugada y la mañana con intensas lluvias y descargas eléctricas.
(2023-12-14). Fuerzas hutíes atacan desde Yemen a buque petrolero en el mar Rojo. telesurtv.net Un funcionario estadounidense señaló que dos misiles fueron lanzados desde Yemen y cayeron cerca del petrolero.
(2023-12-14). Africa CDC Delivers Cold Chain Equipment to Botswana. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the African Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), delivered cold chain equipment to Botswana's Ministry of Health on Wednesday to strengthen its healthcare system. | RELATED: | Speaking during the handover ceremony in Gaborone, Botswana's capital, Sethomo Lelatisitswe, the assistant minister of…
(2023-12-14). Caribbean Mediation Was Decisive for Venezuela-Guyana Meeting. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, St. Vincent & the Grenadines Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves is hosting a regional meeting in which the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and the Guyanese President Irfaan Ali will hold a direct dialogue on the Essequibo region. | RELATED: | "PM Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica is poised to join the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in cruci…
(2023-12-14). DR: Airports Measures Redoubled, Higher Flow of Traffic. telesurenglish.net The Dominican government announced on Wednesday that it is reinforcing measures to guarantee the security of users in airport terminals during the current season, in which the number of nationals residing in other countries and vacationers is increasing. | RELATED: | This was announced by Brigadier General Floréal Suárez Martínez, director general of the Specialized Airport and Civil Aviation Security Corps (Cesac). | During a meeting with se…
(2023-12-14). Gaza is a Living Hell: UNRWA Commissioner Lazzarini. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the three-day Global Refugee Forum 2023 (GRF) kicked off in Geneva with the participation of some 4,000 delegates from 165 countries. Among them is Philippe Lazzarini, the commissioner of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). | RELATED: | When speaking to attendees at this event, Lazzarini began by highlighting his direct personal experience of what is happening in Gaza as a result of the Israeli bombi…
(2023-12-14). Germany to Tackle Budget Crisis With Savings. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the German government announced that the 17 billion euro gap in the 2024 budget due to the failed reallocation of COVID-19 relief funds for climate protection measures is to be closed through savings. | RELATED: | Although it has to "make do with significantly less money," the government is sticking to its green transformation plans, said Chancellor Olaf Scholz in a press conference. Savings are to be gen…
(2023-12-14). Israel Blocks All Communications in Gaza Again. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Palestinian Communications Ministry denounced that Israel cut off communications in Gaza. This marks the fifth blackout since October. | RELATED: | "The blackout entails the complete interruption of all communications and Internet services for Paltel and Ooredoo in the central and southern Gaza Strip," stated the Ministry. | The ongoing situation implies implies almost complete disruption of fixed and mobile phone line…
(2023-12-14). Jamaica: Important Heritage Site Undergoing Renovations. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Seville's Heritage Park showcases its rich history as a cultural, tourist and educational attraction following a $23 million renovation, local media outlet The Gleaner reported. | RELATED: | According to official data, the restoration of the Seville began in 2009 and, through a memorandum of understanding with the Spanish Jamaica Foundation, exhibitions on important periods of national history are now being mounted, sai…
(2023-12-14). President Maduro Hopes for the Victory of Peace at St. Vincent. telesurenglish.net After arriving in St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Thursday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said he hopes to make the most of his meeting with Guyanese President Irfaan Ali. | RELATED: | The Bolivarian leader celebrated that the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the Government of Brazil have promoted this meeting, which hopes to "make the most of it so that the Latin America and the Caribb…
(2023-12-14). Presidents Nicolas Maduro and Irfaan Ali Start Dialogue. telesurenglish.net On Thursday afternoon, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Guyanese President Irfaan Ali began talks in St. Vincent & the Grenadines aimed at easing tensions over the Essequibo, and oil-rich region that Venezuela claims as part of its historical territorial heritage. | RELATED: | "I come with a mandate from the people of Venezuela. We seek satisfactory solutions as the Geneva Agreement mandates," President Maduro said in one of his first…
(2023-12-14). Republicans Vote to Authorize Impeachment Inquiry Into Biden. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, U.S. House Republicans voted to authorize impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, in a 221-212 vote along party lines. | RELATED: | "The impeachment power resides solely with the House of Representatives," Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, a hardliner within the Republican party, told reporters. | "If a majority of the House now says we're in an official impeachment inquiry as part of our…
(2023-12-14). St. Vincent Meeting to Address the Essequibo Dispute Today. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and the Guyanese President Irfaan Ali will meet in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to address the dispute over Guyana Esequiba, a territory of about 160,000 square kilometers rich in natural resources. | RELATED: | Their meeting will take place after several weeks of tension related to the holding of a consultative referendum through which over 95 percent of Venezuelans supported the defe…
(2023-12-14). There Will Be Peace When We Achieve the Goals: Putin. telesurenglish.net During the television program "Direct Line", President Vladimir Putin emphasized that Russia has achieved economic growth despite all the aggressions and blockades imposed by the United States and its allies. | RELATED: | "The Russian economy has a sufficient safety margin not only to feel secure but also to progress. Public external debt decreased from US$46 billion to US$32 billion. Unemployment stands at 2.9 percent,…
(2023-12-14). Venezuela and Guyana to Continue Talks on the Essequibo. telesurenglish.net A meeting between the President of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, and his Guyanese counterpart, Irfaan Ali, concluded this Thursday at 16: 00 local time in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Both presidents expressed their willingness to continue the dialogue to solve the conflict over the Essequibo territory. | RELATED: | After concluding the high-level meeting, both leaders stood up and shook hands, sealing the willingness of both na…
(2023-12-14). Bailiffs: Gaddafi National Mosque not for sale. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) property atop Old Kampala Hill including Gaddafi National Mosque, previously on the brink of an auction due to debt exceeding sh18 billion owed to businessman Justus Kyabahwa, has been excluded from the list of assets set for sale. Louiza Auctioneers and Court Bailiffs …
(2023-12-14). COP28 agrees to end the fossil fuels era. independent.co.ug Dubai, UAE | THE INDEPENDENT | The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) closed on Wednesday with an agreement that signals the "beginning of the end" of the fossil fuel era. Delegates from over 190 countries who have been meeting for the last two weeks, finally agreed on a text that lays the ground for …
(2023-12-14). East African DRC mission flops, Uganda starts withdrawing troops. independent.co.ug North Kivu, DRC | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan troops have started withdrawing from the embattled North Kivu province in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This decision was triggered by the DRC government's refusal to extend the mandate of the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) in the region. The mission officially concluded on …
(2023-12-14). Francis Karuhanga picked to take charge of Stanbic. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Francis Karuhanga is the new Chief Executive Officer of Stanbic Holdings Uganda Ltd replacing Malawian executive, Andrew Mashanda. Mashanda joined SUHL in November 2020. Patrick Mweheire, the Standard Bank Group Regional Chief Executive for East Africa, says that Karuhanga will take over office effective January 1, 2024, while Mashanda is taking …
(2023-12-14). Palestine's tourism sector expected to lose 200 mln USD by year-end due to Gaza conflict. independent.co.ug RAMALLAH,PALESTINE | Xinhua | Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Rula Maayah said Wednesday that Palestine's tourism industry is expected to lose 200 million U.S. dollars by the end of the year under the impact of Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip. In a statement published by the official Palestinian news agency (WAFA), she said that …
(2023-12-14). Roundup: UN calls for humanitarian pause in Sudan to avert catastrophic hunger. independent.co.ug KHARTOUM, SUDAN | Xinhua | The United Nations (UN) on Wednesday called on all parties to the Sudan conflict to reach a humanitarian pause and to provide unfettered access to the country to avert a hunger catastrophe. "Parts of war-ravaged Sudan are at a high risk of slipping into catastrophic hunger conditions by next year's …
(2023-12-14). Twists and turns as anti-homosexuality case starts at Constitutional Court. independent.co.ug AG Asks Court to Dismiss Applications in Anti Homosexuality Case Over Bias Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Constitutional Court has admitted Pastors Langa and Martin Ssempa as co-respondents with the Attorney General in the ongoing case challenging the Anti-homosexuality Act. They are expected to file written submission to the court today before the hearing of …
(2023-12-14). Uganda to carry out its 6th census in May 2024. independent.co.ug KAMPALA,UGANDA | Xinhua| Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has rallied the country's citizens to embrace the 6th national population and housing census scheduled for May next year. Museveni launched the census in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, Tuesday when he said the exercise would help the government to plan better for its citizens. "The aim seems …
(2023-12-14). UPDF soldiers captured on video tortuing suspect, face court martial. independent.co.ug Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Three Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers will be tried publicly for the alleged torture of a suspected motorcycle thief. Since Tuesday, a video has been circulating on social media showing the suspect, identified as Nelson Omon, a resident of Lagot Village, Larakaraka Parish in Pubec Parish, Mucwini East …
(2023-12-14). Cuba to international meet: Never before has world peace been so threatened. thecommunists.org The following speech was made on behalf of the Communist Party of Cuba by the party's head of international relations Emilio Lozada Garcia at the 23rd International Meeting of Communist and Workers' Parties in Turkey on 20 October 2023. ***** Dear Kemal Okuyan, general secretary of the Communist party of Türkiye, Dear comrades, brothers and …
(2023-12-14). World Mountain Day: Impossible to restore ecosystems with current development models. peoplesdispatch.org "Restoring Mountain Ecosystems" is the theme for World Mountain Day, observed across the world on December 11, just a day after Human Rights Day. Why should mountains be celebrated? Because they are part of the evolutionary process of this planet and the larger ecosystem. With the ruining of mountains at the current pace, even the plains will not be able to survive. | Awareness needs to be built that copy-paste models of plains cannot be adopted in the mountains. They are not just ecologically different, and also the fragility in the mountains is high. Hence, the sensitization and campaigns around it should not j…
(2023-12-14). Republican-Controlled House Committee Claims Millions Support the Violent Ideology of Aryan Nations. splcenter.org The House Judiciary Committee's Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government released an interim staff report last week that erroneously claimed millions of Americans support Christian Identity, the racist and antisemitic theology most associated with the neo-Nazi group Aryan Nations.
(2023-12-14). Denver: Stop the Israeli massacre of Palestinian people! workers.org City Park, Denver Dec. 10 Palestine protest. Credit: Viviana Weinstein Over 500 people attended a protest memorial at City Park in Denver on Dec. 10, where thousands of white flags were planted by the lake in memory of the Palestinian adults and children who have been killed by Israeli . . . |
(2023-12-14). PDF of December 14 print issue. workers.org Download the PDF. Palestine will be free! U.S. imperialism: 'the head of the snake' Statements fromm PFLP and Hamas Editorial: Which forces promote Israeli terrorism? More on Palestine: Protests in Denver, Harrisburg, Portland Stunning rebuke to U.S. Solidarity of women Rafah and Khan Younis UAW resolution International Assembly Against Imperialism . . . |
(2023-12-14). 86-year old FedEx worker killed on Thanksgiving at air freight hub in Memphis, Tennessee. wsws.org Verna Mae Jackson was reaching for a loose piece of mail when the tug operator drove off, pinning her beneath a one-ton dolly.
(2023-12-14). Israeli officials spell out plans for ethnic cleansing of all Palestinians, as Gaza massacres continue. wsws.org Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told military commanders the war would "continue until the end, until the victory, until the elimination of Hamas" and that "nothing will stop us."
(2023-12-14). Wall Street celebrates Fed interest rate "pivot" wsws.org The Dow closed at a record high, the first in two years, as other indexes climbed.
(2023-12-14). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Solidarity strikes in support of Tesla workers at Swedish subsidiary spread to Denmark, Norway and Finland for collective agreement, but union's agenda is corporatism; 24-hour strikes across Middle East including in parts of Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey, and Tunisian teachers walk out to demand ceasefire in Gaza; 170,000 teachers and lecturers still out after 75 days in Iraqi Kurdistan over wage arrears; platinum miners in Bakubung, South Africa stage underground sit-in over three days for better pay and conditions…
(2023-12-14). Irish government seizes on far-right riot as pretext for state clampdown. wsws.org The numerically insignificant far-right draws strength because its agenda corresponds to the needs of the ruling class to destroy democratic rights, scapegoat the most vulnerable, drive down wages and conditions and prepare for war.
(2023-12-13). Israeli academia joins the crackdown on dissent. 972mag.com On Israeli campuses, Palestinian and left-wing Jewish students and faculty have been suspended, arrested, and intimidated for their views since Oct. 7.
(2023-12-13). Hamas on the anniversary of the Stone Intifada. workers.org 
This statement, from the Hamas Islamic Resistance Movement, was released by Resistance News Network on Dec. 8, 2023. Palestinian youth in Nablus on the West Bank in 1988 during the first Intifada. On the 36th anniversary of the Stone Intifada: The Al-Aqsa Flood is a continuation of the Stone Intifada, . . . |
(2023-12-13). Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine 'U.S. is the head of the snake'. workers.org 
The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine issued the following statement on Dec. 9, 2023, published on Revolutionary News Network. United leadership of the Palestinian resistance, 2023. The United States's repeated use of the veto power against a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in . . . |
(2023-12-13). Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine: 'U.S. is the head of the snake'. workers.org The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine issued the following statement on Dec. 9, 2023, published on Revolutionary News Network. United leadership of the Palestinian resistance, 2023. The United States's repeated use of the veto power against a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in . . . |
(2023-12-13). Yemen and the war on Gaza. thealtworld.com How will the US respond to the Houthi challenge to Israeli shipping? | By intercepting Israeli shipping and engaging US and French naval vessels in the Red Sea, Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah movement has done more than embarrass the majority of Arab governments and armies that maintain a complicit silence about Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip. Its bold act of solidarity may also hasten the defeat of that aggression and the end of the ban on humanitarian aid from reaching its inhabitants. | Ansarullah and its government in Sanaa have proven to be the staunchest supporters of the resistance in Gaza as it confronts t…
(2023-12-13). Colombia's EMC guerrillas vow to stop kidnapping. colombiareports.com Guerrilla group EMC, which controls significant parts of southern Colombia, said on Tuesday that it has banned kidnapping as a means to finance the organization. The EMC's peace negotiators made…
(2023-12-13). Xi's Hanoi visit refutes claims Vietnam is being pulled into U.S. orbit. peoplesworld.org 
HANOI— In September, when Vietnam and the U.S. upgraded their relationship to the level of a "comprehensive strategic partnership," many Western analysts and media commentators declared that this meant Vietnam was being pulled into the U.S.' diplomatic sphere of influence and joining its anti-China coalition. But if the just-concluded two-day visit to Hanoi by Chinese …
(2023-12-13). US Using Myanmar and Philippines to Encircle, Contain China's and Asia's Rise. thealtworld.com — US is destabilizing Myanmar and backing militants physically attacking Chinese Belt and Road Initiative infrastructure, while using its political capture of the Philippines to transform the nation into a Ukraine-style battering ram against China; | — Along with a large and growing US military presence in Asia and other forms of political interference in the region, the US seeks to create a united front against China or destabilize the region to deny China's and Asia's continued rise; | — Current US foreign policy regarding the containment of China is a continuation of a decades-long policy articu…
(2023-12-13). Gaza: The second wave of genocide. cpusa.org 
The following article After several days of ceasefire, Israel again embarked upon its campaign of wanton killing and destruction. This followed yet the latest visit to the region by U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, underlining for anyone somehow still under doubt that the U.S. is most certainly an accomplice to this genocide being perpetrated by the Israeli occupation forces against the wholly innocent people of Gaza, undertaken of course with an arsenal of U.S. state-of-the…
(2023-12-13). Peace and Reindustrialization: Beyond Thatcher's Trauma. realprogressives.org The European left suffers from a post-traumatic stress disorder that has its origins in Margaret Thatcher's policies and does not know how to cope with it in a functional way.
(2023-12-13). Which forces promote Israeli terrorism? workers.org 
U.S.-armed Israel's mass murder of Palestinian civilians in Gaza has brought a new element to world history, a new horror. It is the first genocide splashed across TV screens and social media. The horrors have forced a new generation of political activists around the world to come to terms with . . . |
(2023-12-13). An Old CIA Intellectual Continues to Promote Fake Atrocity Stories and Advance War Propaganda in Retirement. covertactionmagazine.com From 1983 until 2021, Carl Gershman served as director of the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), which was established by Congress to take over the CIA's covert propaganda initiatives. The NED packages itself as a champion of human rights, though it finances groups that primarily publicize the atrocities—both real and imagined—of U.S. government enemies in …
(2023-12-13). Biden, a bought-and-paid-for Israeli Puppet declares: "I am a Zionist." The Jewish US Secretary of State said the same. thealtworld.com The Biden regime has made it clear that the US government is Zionist. Biden is clearly not an …
(2023-12-13). Phil Giraldi: Biden's Indifference to Israeli Slaughter. thealtworld.com
(2023-12-13). CovertAction Bulletin: U.S. Targets Venezuela on Behalf of ExxonMobil. covertactionmagazine.com The United States government is inserting itself into a border dispute between Venezuela and Guyana on behalf of ExxonMobil. The oil-rich Essequibo region has the world's biggest reserves per capita of crude oil and in May of this year, a "significant discovery" by ExxonMobil was announced in the area's 6.6-million acre Staborek Block oil field…
(2023-12-13). Via Cyber Attack, Immigration Or Vaccination Your Digital ID Is Coming & The Collapse Of Zionism. 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 (12/13/23). 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
(2023-12-13). Contracts Between Hungarian Nonprofit and Christopher Rufo, Others, Raise Foreign Agent Concerns: Expert. splcenter.org Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's government has long courted international conservative and far-right movements. Hatewatch obtained contracts between Hungarian U.S. conservative figures that suggest they should register as foreign agents under U.S. law.
(2023-12-13). Brazil Awards Oil Concessions in the Pelotas Marine Basin. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the Brazilian National Petroleum Agency (ANP) awarded 44 areas in Pelotas, which is a basin in the Atlantic Ocean located off the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul. | RELATED: | The companies benefiting from the award are Petrobras, Shell, Chevron, and China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), which formed several consortia to exploit oil and gas in deep waters. | The Petrobras-Shell consortium secure…
(2023-12-13). DR: Five New Constitutional Court Judges Elected. telesurenglish.net The current president of the TC, Ray Guevara, welcomed the election made by the National Council of the Magistracy and emphasized that his replacement meets the conditions to successfully lead the Court. | Napoleón Ricardo Estévez Lavandier is the new president of the Constitutional Tribunal of the Dominican Republic. Dec. 13, 2023.
(2023-12-13). E-Commerce Strategy Launched in Kenya to Boost Online Commerce. telesurenglish.net Rebecca Miano, cabinet secretary for Investment, Trade and Industry, said the implementation of the strategy would stimulate domestic and cross-border trade, enabling Kenyan producers to respond to the international market and thus help address the trade imbalance between the country and others. | Kenya's National E-Commerce Strategy was launched this afternoon at Radisson Blu, UpperHill. Dec. 13, 2023.
(2023-12-13). Gaza Strip: China Backs UN Resolution for Cease-Fire. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, China backed the resolution adopted by the emergency special session of the United Nations General Assembly calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. | RELATED: | According to Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, the document reflects the strong international call on this issue. | As emphasized by the spokeswoman, the resolution further calls for compliance with obligations under international law, particula…
(2023-12-13). Haiti Welcomes Historic Agreement at COP28. telesurenglish.net Haiti's Ministry of Environment celebrated on Wednesday the historic agreement reached at the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) to abandon fossil fuels responsible for global warming. | RELATED: | According to official reports, the portfolio said the document aims to accelerate action over the next 10 years, with the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. | On Wednesday, countries from around the world approved at COP28 in Dubai a co…
(2023-12-13). Israel Has Killed 89 Journalists During Attacks on Gaza. telesurenglish.net The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate (PJS) denounced that Israeli occupation forces have killed 89 journalists in the Gaza Strip since October 7. | RELATED: | On Wednesday, Abed Alkareem Owda passed away after an Israeli sniper assassinated him in the northern Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, journalist Nermin Qawwas lost her life when occupation forces bombed her residence. | The PJS alleges that Israel targets journalists to prevent th…
(2023-12-13). Israeli Forces Murder 7 Palestinians in Siege to Yenin. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the Israeli occupation forces carried out incursions for the second consecutive day in Jenin, a city located in the northern region of the West Bank. These operations resulted in the death of seven Palestinians and left several others injured. | RELATED: | Local media reported clashes between Palestinian youth and the occupation forces in the eastern area of the capital of the Jenin governorate.
(2023-12-13). Namibia To Bolster Efficiency, Transparency of Trade Processes. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the Bank of Namibia and the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) officially launched the country's first Trade Verification System (TVS). | RELATED: | According to the Financial Intelligence Center in the National Money Laundering, Terrorist and Proliferation Financing Risk Assessment Report of 2021, the TVS is expected to reduce the estimated 33 billion Namibia dollars (about 2.2 billion U.S. dollars) of pote…
(2023-12-13). Noboa's Bill To Forgive Debts to Large Ecuadorian Companies. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, the Workers' United Front (FUT) and the Ecuadorian Confederation of Free Union Organizations (CEOLS) criticized President Daniel Noboa's "Economic Efficiency and Job Generation Law," which was discussed in the first debate in the National Assembly. | RELATED: | Besides demanding the immediate payment of overdue salaries to public officials, the unions rejected the creation of free trade zones that undermine labor conditions and the forgive…
(2023-12-13). PM Rowley to Attend the Venezuela-Guyana Meeting. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Trinidad & Tobago's Prime Minister Keith Rowley confirmed his participation in the meeting in St. Vincent & the Grenadines, where Presidents Nicolas Maduro and Irfaan Ali will discuss matters related to the Venezuela-Guyana dispute over the Essequibo. | RELATED: | Since last week, authorities of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and St. Vincent & the Grenadines Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves have been promoting…
(2023-12-13). Russia Takes Part in Lithium Extraction Project in Bolivia. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Karla Calderon, the president of the state-owned company Bolivian Lithium Deposits (YLB), announced a two-year agreement with the Russian company Uranium One Group to establish a plant for lithium extraction. | RELATED: | "Let's continue advancing steadily, convinced that the industrialization of lithium is the path forward for the benefit of all," said Bolivian President Luis Arce during the launch event of this partnership i…
(2023-12-13). Britain using its Cypriot base to aid Israeli genocide in Gaza. thecommunists.org This statement is reproduced from the Union of Cypriots website, with thanks. ***** The Union of Cypriots stands unconditionally with the Palestinian people and supports their resistance. The Cypriot people have consistently expressed their unwavering solidarity with our neighboring Palestinian people. Both Cypriots and Palestinians have become victims of ongoing occupation, settler colonialism, and violations …
(2023-12-13). Solidarity with Greek comrades under attack for anti-imperialist activities! thecommunists.org The CPGB-ML wishes to express its solidarity with communists in Greece, who were recently subjected to a cowardly attempt to terrorise a member of their organisation. According to a report from the Collective of Struggle for the Revolutionary Unification of Humanity in Athens: "On the eve of the anniversary of the Polytechnic uprising and the …
(2023-12-14). Thursday 12/14: Action: Shut Down Google: No Tech for Genocide. indybay.org 1 Market Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-13). Mexico Must Stand up to Agribusiness Oligopolies on GM Corn Ban. ips-dc.org U.S. and Canadian civil society groups are denouncing their own governments' efforts, driven by the agribusiness industry, to repeal Mexico's proposed ban on genetically modified corn.
(2023-12-13). The Horrors of Gaza. ips-dc.org The greatest horror of the war between Israel and Gaza is that it shouldn't have happened in the first place. Israeli intelligence Although the document was widely distributed among military and intelligence officials, the Israeli government did n…
(2023-12-13). BRI projects altering dynamics of global trade. ecns.cn A railroad between China and Laos, a vehicle plant in South Africa, a container port in Greece and a highway in Jamaica — these represent just a few of the projects constructed and managed as part of the Belt and Road Initiative over the past decade.
(2023-12-13). Tech innovation critical to growth. ecns.cn China's latest efforts to develop new productivity boosters and speed up the construction of a modern industrial system through technological innovation are expected to inject strong impetus into the country's high-quality economic development and boost the country's core global competitiveness.
(2023-12-13). State-owned builder plans more overseas forays. ecns.cn State-owned China Railway 20th Bureau Group Corp plans to secure more overseas projects in the years ahead, guided by a popular Chinese saying — "roads first, then prosperity" — which points to how infrastructure projects can generate growth opportunities.
(2023-12-13). Freight trains boost trade across border. ecns.cn A freight train service between China and Vietnam has boosted the rapid movement of cargo between the two countries and further into Southeast Asia, the service provider, China Railway Nanning Group, said.
(2023-12-13). Battery makers mull global expansion. ecns.cn China's power battery sector has developed rapidly in recent years, with domestic companies dominating the global power battery market thanks to its technological advances, according to a research firm.
(2023-12-13). Progress made on security, customs clearance. ecns.cn Significant progress has been made in recent years on smoothing customs clearance, maintaining border stability, and facilitating personnel and trade exchanges between China and Vietnam, the National Immigration Administration said.
(2023-12-13). 'Deviant' content targeted on video platforms. ecns.cn The Cyberspace Administration of China is running a monthlong campaign targeting deviant and undesirable content on short-video platforms.
(2023-12-13). Two countries capitalizing on their complementary industrial structures. ecns.cn Growing trade between the two countries, advantageous tariff rates resulting from free trade agreements, enhanced international capacity cooperation and surging Chinese corporate investment in Vietnam are creating many more opportunities.
(2023-12-13). COP28 urged to deliver highest-ambition result. ecns.cn The United Nations climate chief on Monday called on all parties to deliver the "highest-ambition" outcome, as the climate conference in Dubai entered its final stretch.
(2023-12-13). Development of China to benefit Vietnam, Xi says. ecns.cn Xi Jinping has called for the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance and vowed to bring new development opportunities for Vietnam and other Asian countries through Chinese modernization.
(2023-12-13). BRI role in global green efforts hailed. ecns.cn As the climate conference in Dubai calls for accelerating green transformation, experts hailed the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative as a constructive force in steering the world toward a renewable energy-fueled future.
(2023-12-13). New measures in place to boost foreign trade. ecns.cn The measures that China has undertaken to expedite the integrated development of local and foreign trade will enable more domestic market-oriented companies to sell their goods abroad and boost demand within the country.
(2023-12-13). China firmly rejects U.S. chip export controls: FM. ecns.cn China firmly rejects U.S. chip export controls targeting the country, said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Tuesday.
(2023-12-13). China, Vietnam agree to build community with shared future that carries strategic significance. ecns.cn General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a welcome ceremony held by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong in Hanoi, capital of Vietnam, Dec. 12, 2023.
(2023-12-13). Tourism cooperation flows from falls. ecns.cn Chinese and Vietnamese travelers have been touring the Detian-Ban Gioc Waterfall area since it started receiving visitors in September.
(2023-12-13). 'Maestro,' the new biopic on Leonard Bernstein, reveals as much as conceals. peoplesworld.org 
Bradley Cooper's latest, a Leonard Bernstein biopic that he cowrote, coproduced, directed, and stars in as our deeply conflicted, sensitive hero, may not be a maestrowork of filmmaking, though surely it will be an Oscar contender. But who knows? Perhaps it will meet the same fate as a somewhat similar film, Todd Field's Tár (2022), …
(2023-12-13). How Cristiano Ronaldo could cause Nagasaki prefecture governor Kengo Oishi to resign. geo.tv Cristiano Ronaldo: Oishi travelled from Nagasaki to Nagai Stadium in Osaka to witness a friendly match between Al-Nassr and PSG…
(2023-12-13). Exposing the Jewish National Fund and Radioactive Fracking. projectcensored.org The Jewish National Fund sounds nice enough, especially with their quaint tree-planting campaigns, but as our guest, Palestinian organizer Abdullah Elagha points out, this greenwashed front hides a myriad of… | According to a July 2023 report in the Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, MA), state legislators have proposed to add $60 million to the state's annual budget to fund rural school…
(2023-12-13). Capitalism's rent-to-live society and the abolition of private property. peoplesworld.org 
Karl Marx quite famously says in The Manifesto of the Communist Party that "…the theory of the Communists may be summed up in a single sentence: Abolition of private property." This quote has been used over and over again by the capitalist class to scare workers away from contemplating socialism. After all, according to the …
(2023-12-13). The message in the cards. peoplesworld.org 
The cards banged against the brick wall of my grade school. It was recess and we were playing cards. Our teachers knew what we were doing. Gambling. The stakes were high. At least we thought so. Whoever had a card closer to that red brick wall won. Even if a card was right smack against …
(2023-12-13). Poison pills in House money bill for labor too much to swallow. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON— House Republicans this week have put forward outrageous attacks on immigrant rights with their push for policies that will stop all efforts at meaningful immigration reform. They are busy impeaching President Biden with no evidence whatsoever and they have stepped up their now-temporarily halted drive to prevent workers from exercising their right to form …
(2023-12-13). Arizona Private Schools Surge Tuition Despite State Vouchers. projectcensored.org In September 2023, private K-12 schools in Arizona decided to raise their tuition between 6 and 20 percent in response to experimental vouchers given to families to make private education…
(2023-12-13). California's Groundbreaking Investment in Education for Incarcerated Youth. projectcensored.org In an article for The Imprint News, Jeremy Loudenback and Sara Tiano dive into the details of California's June 30, 2023, signed budget, which incorporates investments in higher education for…
(2023-12-13). New York Teacher's Innovative Approach Humanizes Asylum-Seeker Students. projectcensored.org In an article for Rethinking Schools, New York teacher Juan P. Córdova shares his experience teaching a "traditional bilingual classroom" of fourth- and fifth-grade students whose families were seeking asylum…
(2023-12-13). Argentina: Milei's Package Includes Sharp Currency Devaluation. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, President Javier Milei's administration announced that the official nominal value of the Argentine currency with respect to the U.S. dollar goes from 400 to 800 pesos per dollar. | RELATED: | In a prerecorded message, Economy Minister Luis Caputo presented the following 10 emergency measures: | 1. State labor contracts with less than one year of validity will not be renewed. | 2. Government national advertising in the media will…
(2023-12-13). COP28 Concludes With Agreement for Energy Transition. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, 198 countries approved the final declaration of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) through which it was agreed to advance an energy transition through the gradual abandonment of fossil fuels. | RELATED: | The COP28 text seeks to limit the increase in global temperature to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. To this end, deep, rapid and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas…
(2023-12-13). Summer 2023 Warmest Ever Observed in Arctic: NOAA. telesurenglish.net On Tuesday, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released a report cart showing that summer surface air temperatures during 2023 were the warmest ever observed in the Arctic. | RELATED: | The annual report card documented new records showing that human-caused warming of the air, ocean and land is affecting people, ecosystems and communities across the Arctic region, which is heating up faster than any other…
(2023-12-13). The West Does Not Seek to Establish a Palestinian State: Lavrov. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov asserted that the United States and its allies are not interested in the creation of a Palestinian state. | RELATED: | "Judging by the current stance of the West, they have no intention of establishing a Palestinian state," he stated during an appearance in the Russian Senate. | Lavrov maintained that Western countries and Israel "do not want the unification of Gaza with th…
(2023-12-12). The hidden death toll of flooding in Bangladesh sends a dark signal about climate and health. peoplesworld.org In the summer of 2022, one of the worst monsoons on record turned swaths of Bangladesh, a low-lying country in South Asia, into huge, muddy lakes. When the brunt of the flooding finally eased, at least 141 people had died and millions of others throughout the region had been injured, impoverished, or displaced. The sheer scale of the destruction …
pbs.org (2023-12-14). Argentina's new president implements shock economic measures, devalues currency and cuts subsidiesArgentina on Tuesday announced a sharp devaluation of its currency and cuts to energy and transportation subsidies as part of shock measures new President Javier Milei says are needed to deal with an economic emergency.
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ifj.org (2023-12-13). Palestine: At least sixty-four journalists and media workers killed in GazaAt least sixty-four Palestinian journalists and media workers have been killed, several have been injured and others are missing during the war in Gaza. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate (PJS) condemn the killings and continued attacks on journalists. The IFJ calls for an immediate investigation into their deaths.
middleeasteye.net (2023-12-13). Israel-Palestine: Gaza and Jenin bombed as Netanyahu braces for 'possible war' with Palestinian AuthorityIn the West Bank, the army launched a large-scale raid on Jenin City and its refugee camp. | | At least six Palestinians have been killed in the ongoing incursion, including a 13-year-old boy prevented from reaching a hospital by Israeli forces, according to the Palestinian health ministry.
palestinechronicle.com (2023-12-13). Scores Killed In Israeli Strikes on UNRWA Shelters in GazaSeveral Palestinians have been killed in Israeli bombings of three schools facilitated by the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in the Gaza Strip, in the past 24 hours.
telegraphindia.com (2023-12-13). Biden administration concerned over Israel's use of white phosphorus supplied by US violating international lawThe Biden administration said on Monday that it is looking into reports by Amnesty International and The Washington Post that Israel used white phosphorus supplied by the US in violation of international law.
reuters.com (2023-12-12). Cruise missile from Yemen strikes tanker shipAn anti-ship cruise missile launched from Houthi-controlled Yemen struck a commercial tanker vessel, causing a fire and damage but no casualties, the U.S. military said in a statement.
(2023-12-14). Patrick Lawrence: That New Hunter Biden Indictment. scheerpost.com
2023-12-11: News Headlines
(2023-12-11). Las finanzas del purgatorio. globalizacion.ca El cielo no siempre es el límite. En un rincón peculiar del purgatorio hay un grupo de almas atrapadas en un juego interminable: la economía de las deudas eternas. Cada alma lleva consigo una lista de errores financieros y malas…
(2023-12-11). China stresses mutually beneficial cooperation with Vietnam. plenglish.com Beijing, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) China highlighted the pragmatic cooperation with Vietnam and the tangible benefits for both peoples, on the occasion of the upcoming visit of President Xi Jinping to that country.
(2023-12-11). Dominican farmers demand more investment in rural areas. plenglish.com Santo Domingo, Dec 11 ( Prensa Latina) Hundreds of small and medium Dominican agricultural producers demanded the government to increase investment in rural areas to prevent further migration to the big cities.
(2023-12-11). More than 20 Ibero-American countries attend MSMEs forum in Colombia. plenglish.com Bogota, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) The sixth Ibero-American Forum of MSMEs begins in Medellin, some 420 kilometers northwest of this capital, with the participation of representatives of the public and private sector from 22 countries, an authorized source informed.
(2023-12-11). Obrador announces everything ready to inaugurate the Mayan Train. plenglish.com Mexico City, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) President Andrés Manuel López Obrador confirmed that everything is ready to inaugurate the first stage of the Mayan Train next Friday, when two caravans will leave to travel 473 kilometers of the Campeche-Cancún section.
(2023-12-11). NWO Elephant in the Room. dissidentvoice.org 
(2023-12-11). Wednesday 12/13: Artist Teach-In for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | Register at: bit.ly/artists4pal…
(2023-12-11). Thursday 12/14: Webinar: How You Can Support Palestine. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-11). Monday 12/11: The Missing Peace: Discussing Palestine over the Holidays. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-11). Tuesday 12/12: Press Conference and Visit to Senator Alex Padilla's Sacramento Office. indybay.org Federal Building | 501 I St | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-11). Tuesday 12/12: Woodland: Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org 622 Main Street | Woodland, CA…
(2023-12-11). Thursday 12/14: Sacramento: Human Rights Day Candlelight Vigil. indybay.org Corner of 16th & J St | Sacramento, Ca…
(2023-12-11). Friday 12/15: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-11). Friday 12/15: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-11). Friday 12/15: Action: Palestine Phone Jam + Social Media Storm. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-11). Sunday 12/17: Virtual Q&A Discussion of 3 Short Films about Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-11). Tuesday 12/12: Menlo Park: Rally for Palestine. indybay.org
(2023-12-11). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Santa Clara City Council Meeting. indybay.org 500 Warburton Ave, Santa Clara, CA | or | via Zoom (Meeting ID: 997 0675 9306)…
(2023-12-11). Wednesday 12/13: Youth Mass Mobilization for Palestine. indybay.org 555 Franklin St | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-11). Saturday 12/16: Bakersfield: Shut It Down for Palestine. indybay.org Bakersfield, CA (exact location to be revealed on Dec 15)…
(2023-12-11). Thursday 12/14: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org
(2023-12-11). Sunday 12/10: Santa Rosa Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Courthouse Square | 3rd St | Santa Rosa, CA…
(2023-12-11). Tuesday 12/12: Davis City Council Meeting. indybay.org Community Chambers | 23 Russell Blvd | Davis, CA…
(2023-12-11). Friday 12/15: Peace Vigil — Call for Ceasefire + Diplomacy Not More Weapons for Ukraine or Israel! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2023-12-11). "Practices for Care and Endurance" Support Those Organizing for Ceasefire in Gaza. counterpunch.org Israel's bombardment of the Gaza Strip—which began following the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023—has led to mass civilian deaths including those of more than 6,000 children as of November, with "damning evidence of war crimes," according to Amnesty International. On November 16, UN experts warned of genocidal violence on the part of
(2023-12-11). Tomar la palabra, el arma para construir la paz en Colombia. globalizacion.ca Las prácticas de comunicación popular—sindical, indígena, comunitaria, de voces surgidas desde la resistencia, gritos revolucionarios- fueron siempre manifestación de un proyecto emancipatorio, de búsqueda de cambio, de liberación, de los sectores que sufren cualquier tipo de dominación. | Surge para disputar,…
(2023-12-11). Monday 12/11: Read the Universal Declaration of Human Rights outside City Hall! indybay.org Polk Street side of SF City Hall…
(2023-12-11). Gaza: "Genocide Joe," 66% of Americans Want a Ceasefire! globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). US Blocks Gaza Peace Proposal At UN For Third Time, Holds World Hostage. popularresistance.org The United States has used its veto power in the United Nations Security Council three times in less than two months to kill resolutions calling for peace in Gaza. | Meanwhile, Washington is sending billions of dollars worth of weapons to Israel, directly assisting the country as it commits war crimes against Palestinian civilians. | On December 8, the Security Council voted on a resolution that called for an "immediate humanitarian ceasefire" and the unconditional release of all hostages. | The United States was the only country on the 15-member council that voted against the measure.
(2023-12-11). Accidents of Eccentricity: Israel's Pacific Hold. counterpunch.org Cunning, subtle, understated. Israeli policy in the Pacific has seen United Nations votes cast in its favor, the foreign policies of certain countries adjusted, and favors switched. While China may be considered the big, threatening beast competing alongside that large, clumsy figure called the United States, the small state of Israel is directing its expertise,
(2023-12-11). On this Human Rights Day, Let Us Remember that the U.S. is the Greatest Violator of Human Rights in the World. dissidentvoice.org As the international community celebrates December 10th as International Human Rights Day, it is imperative that the world also affirm that violators of the fundamental human rights of peoples and nations will be held accountable. From the war in Ukraine to mass incarceration of Black, Latino and Native Peoples in the U.S. to Obama's ongoing …
(2023-12-11). University Of Michigan Administration Caves To Zionist Pressure. popularresistance.org Last week, the University of Michigan student body was set to vote on a resolution calling for the university to recognize the genocide in Gaza and to assess the ethics of the institution's investments, including investments in the State of Israel. The campaign has been led by the Tahrir Coalition, a broad and diverse group of over 60 student organizations. As the vote was underway, the university administration buckled to pressure from a coalition of off-campus Zionist organizations and canceled the vote, citing improper use of a university listserv to promote the vote. | Michigan Hillel, with the support of an…
(2023-12-11). Why the World's Most Popular Herbicide is a Public Health Hazard. counterpunch.org 
Glyphosate, known by its famous brand name, Roundup, is a widely used herbicide (a pesticide designed to kill plants). It is a broad-spectrum herbicide that kills or damages all plant types: grasses, perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees. Glyphosate has been sold as an herbicide since 1974. Its use dramatically increased in the 21st century as
(2023-12-11). Doctors Plead for an End to Gaza's Massacre. counterpunch.org 
Christos Christou, the president of Doctors Without Borders, one of the most committed organizations to international health, has written an open letter demanding an end to the massacre of Palestinian women, children, and non-combatant men in Gaza and, increasingly, in the West Bank. "We are watching as hospitals are turned into morgues and ruins. These
(2023-12-11). Israel, Gaza, and the Struggle for Oil. counterpunch.org 
In 1927 oil exploration yielded a major strike near Kirkuk, Iraq; the long-planned pipeline was completed in 1934 and oil flowed through it to the West until 1948, when it was closed by the Iraqis during the First Arab—Israeli War. Some five decades later, reopening it became a rallying cry of then-Finance Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, following the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center and the US invasion of Iraq. Netanyahu envisioned Saddam Hussein being overthrown and replaced by a pro-Israel Iraqi dissident named Ahmad Chalabi. "Soon the oil will be flowing to Haifa!" Netanyahu proclaimed. "It's not a p…
(2023-12-11). The Weapons Israel Tests On Palestinians Will Be Used Against All Of Us. popularresistance.org The Palestinians are human laboratory rats to the Israeli military intelligence services and arms and technology industries. Israel's drones, surveillance technology including spyware, facial recognition software, and biometric gathering infrastructure, along with smart fences, experimental bombs, and AI-controlled machine guns are all tried out on the captive population in Gaza, often with lethal results. These weapons and technologies are then certified as "battle-tested" and sold around the world. | Israel is the tenth largest arms dealer on the planet and sells its technology and weapons to an estimated 130 n…
(2023-12-11). Netanyahu's National Security Advisor Says Israel Ready to Act Against Houthis. news.antiwar.com Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi said on Saturday that Israel was ready to act against the Houthis in Yemen if the US and its allies do not. "Israel is giving the world some time to organize in order to prevent this but if there isn't to be a global arrangement, because it is a global …
(2023-12-11). Strong Job Growth Pushes Unemployment Rate Down to 3.7 Percent. counterpunch.org 
The rise in unemployment from the 3.4 percent low hit in April had some worried that a recession was looming. The Sahm Rule holds that a 0.5 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate presages a larger increase. (This is based on 3-month averages, not single month data.) The drop in unemployment to 3.7 percent
(2023-12-11). Accidents of Eccentricity: Israel's Pacific Hold. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2023-12-11). The View from Washington: Let the Killing in Gaza Continue. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). Work begins on underground oil storage project. ecns.cn Construction began in Zhejiang province on Saturday on China's largest commercial underground oil reserve project, further balancing domestic oil supply and demand, said its operator China National Offshore Oil Corporation, or CNOOC.
(2023-12-10). China's largest onshore wind power base at full-capacity production. ecns.cn China's largest onshore wind power base starts full-capacity production in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Sunday, said its operator China General Nuclear Power Corporation.
(2023-12-10). China's first large domestic cruise ship ready for inaugural voyage. ecns.cn All equipment needed for China's first domestic large cruise ship, the Adora Magic City was installed on Sunday, with 1,292 crew members from around the world boarding for duty.
(2023-12-10). Why foreign firms love to invest in nation's healthcare. ecns.cn Ever since I started reporting on the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries a decade ago, interactions with medical professionals and MNC executives have always informed my work.
(2023-12-10). Pharma MNCs boost local ties. ecns.cn Multinational corporations in the pharmaceutical industry are stepping up cooperation with local partners like biotech firms and drug distributors to better tap growth potential in China.
(2023-12-10). Concerns aired over illegal wildlife trade. ecns.cn The astonishing scale, nature and consequences of illegal wildlife trade across the globe mean that it should be put on the agenda of the climate club, as well as biodiversity, heard a panel at COP28 on Saturday.
(2023-12-10). District Council polls seen as final piece in principle of 'patriots governing HK'. ecns.cn A total of 399 candidates ran for 176 seats in the 18 District Committees' constituencies and 88 seats in the 18 geographical constituencies.
(2023-12-10). Envoy calls for more joint efforts on climate action. ecns.cn China will push for more financial support from developed countries for Global South nations amid the climate crisis, and rather than sharing in the support thus gained.
(2023-12-10). China backs G20 goal to triple global renewable energy by 2030. ecns.cn China supports the initiative by G20 countries to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030, said Xie Zhenhua, China's special envoy for climate change.
(2023-12-10). COP28 sets eyes on AI to fight climate change. ecns.cn The grand challenge was part of a high-level event organized by the UN Climate Change Technology Mechanism on Saturday in Dubai, in collaboration with the COP28 Presidency.
(2023-12-10). Economists call for more policy push. ecns.cn China's consumer prices dropped for the second consecutive month in November, indicating still-weak demand and backing the case for further policy support, including a likely reduction in the reserve requirement ratio for banks.
(2023-12-10). Philippine intrusions prompt warning from China. ecns.cn China warned the Philippines to stop infringing on China's territorial sovereignty in the South China Sea on Sunday, following two cases of intrusion by Philippine vessels without the Chinese government's permission over the weekend.
(2023-12-10). China urges the Philippines to stop infringing on its sovereignty. ecns.cn China urged the Philippines to stop infringing on its sovereignty following three Philippine vessels intruding into waters near Huangyan Island, Gan Yu, spokesman for the China Coast Guard, said on Sunday.
(2023-12-10). Research center aims to dig into Yan culture. ecns.cn A research center that will combine archaeological efforts from Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei province in the study of Yan culture and its influence, dating back thousands of years, was inaugurated in Beijing on Sunday.
(2023-12-10). China takes restriction measures amid Philippine vessels trespassing. ecns.cn The China Coast Guard (CCG) on Sunday took restriction measures when Philippine vessels again trespassed into waters off a Chinese reef in the South China Sea and intentionally rammed a Chinese ship.
(2023-12-10). Long March rockets mark their 500th spaceflight. ecns.cn China used a Long March 2D carrier rocket on Sunday morning to send several remote-sensing satellites into space, marking the 500th launch of the Long March family.
(2023-12-10). Private firm unveils nation's first reusable stainless steel carrier rocket. ecns.cn Beijing-based Chinese private aerospace company LandSpace on Saturday unveiled a reusable stainless steel carrier rocket ZQ-3, which is scheduled to test its first flight in 2025.
(2023-12-10). New 438-million-year-old fish fossil unveils evolutionary past from Xinjiang to Yangtze River. ecns.cn Chinese scientists recently found a new fish fossil while exploring the ancient layers of Lixi town, Wuning County in Jiujiang city, East China's Jiangxi Province, a place famous for being a crucial fossil site for ancient vertebrates.
(2023-12-10). Chinese mainland travelers to Hong Kong airport will be exempted from entry permits. ecns.cn Through the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB), Chinese mainland residents can take international flights directly from Hong Kong International Airports (HKIA) without entry permit.
(2023-12-10). Wave of respiratory illness easing. ecns.cn The number of children with respiratory illness visiting hospital pediatric departments is trending downward in China, health officials said on Sunday, adding that a recent nationwide surge in respiratory disease cases had not disrupted normal healthcare services.
(2023-12-10). New prominent records of Nanjing Massacre unveil Japanese invaders' crimes. ecns.cn The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders announced Saturday that a series of new historical materials showing the downright barbaric violence by invading Japanese troops will be unveiled.
(2023-12-11). Why foreign firms love to invest in nation's healthcare. ecns.cn Ever since I started reporting on the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries a decade ago, interactions with medical professionals and MNC executives have always informed my work.
(2023-12-11). Pharma MNCs boost local ties. ecns.cn Multinational corporations in the pharmaceutical industry are stepping up cooperation with local partners like biotech firms and drug distributors to better tap growth potential in China.
(2023-12-11). Research center aims to dig into Yan culture. ecns.cn A research center that will combine archaeological efforts from Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei province in the study of Yan culture and its influence, dating back thousands of years, was inaugurated in Beijing on Sunday.
(2023-12-11). China's grain production increases. ecns.cn China produced 695.41 million metric tons of grain this year, a year-on-year increase of 8.88 million tons, or 1.3 percent, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Monday.
(2023-12-11). Next-generation methane rocket to be more powerful. ecns.cn LandSpace, a leading Chinese private space company, has unveiled design details for its ZQ 3 carrier rocket, which the company said will be made primarily of stainless steel.
(2023-12-11). Hong Kong congratulated on successful holding of district council election. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's district council election on Sunday was an important step to fully implement "patriots administering Hong Kong" and improve governance, the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council said on Monday.
(2023-12-11). Gene-editing for human illness OK'd. ecns.cn The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first gene-editing therapy ever to be used in humans, for sickle cell disease, a blood disorder that affects about 100,000 Americans, mostly black people.
(2023-12-11). National security investigation focuses on safeguarding geographic information. ecns.cn National security departments and related departments are conducting inspections to assess and rectify security risks associated with geographic information data, the Ministry of State Security said in a statement released on Monday.
(2023-12-11). China, Arab states ready to advance cooperation on renewables, says official. ecns.cn With a good foundation laid for cooperation on renewable energy development, China and Arab countries have made progress in jointly promoting renewables, said an official with the National Energy Administration.
(2023-12-11). Officials emphasize digitalization's role in low-carbon future, economic recovery. ecns.cn Officials have called for further efforts to tap the potential of digital transformation in promoting low-carbon transition and economic recovery amid the global climate crisis.
(2023-12-11). Enormous potential in economic and trade cooperation between China and Vietnam. ecns.cn This year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Vietnam comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.
(2023-12-11). New 438-million-year-old fish fossil unveils evolutionary past from Xinjiang to Yangtze River. ecns.cn Chinese scientists recently found a new fish fossil while exploring the ancient layers of Lixi town, Wuning County in Jiujiang city, East China's Jiangxi Province, a place famous for being a crucial fossil site for ancient vertebrates.
(2023-12-11). New prominent records of Nanjing Massacre unveil Japanese invaders' crimes. ecns.cn The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders announced Saturday that a series of new historical materials showing the downright barbaric violence by invading Japanese troops will be unveiled.
(2023-12-11). Cold wave sweeps through northern China. ecns.cn As a cold wave swept through northern China, the capital Beijing welcomed its first snow of the winter on Sunday evening. Traffic in Beijing has also been affected by the snowfall, with heavy congestion during the morning rush hour.
(2023-12-11). Foreign geographic information software collects sensitive data, posing threat to national security: ministry. ecns.cn Geographic information system software is professional software that has functions such as geographic information data collection, storage, analysis, management, and sharing.
(2023-12-11). Construction of dam of Yebatan hydropower station exceeds 100 meters: designer. ecns.cn The construction of the dam of the Yebatan hydropower station, the largest hydropower project in the upper reaches of the Jinsha River, exceeded 100 meters on Sunday.
(2023-12-11). Beijing welcomes first snow of this winter. ecns.cn Beijing received its first snowfall of this winter season on Sunday evening.
(2023-12-11). Wind-solar energy storage, transmission base in N China. ecns.cn Zhangbei's National Wind and Solar Energy Storage and Transmission Demonstration Project is the world's largest station, integrating wind power, photovoltaic cells, energy storage devices and smart power transmission.
(2023-12-11). China wins ITTF Mixed Team World Cup. ecns.cn China beat South Korea 8-1 to win the first edition of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Mixed Team World Cup on Sunday.
(2023-12-11). Full-scale reusable rocket completes 2nd trial flight. ecns.cn The company completed its 2nd vertical takeoff, vertical landing test of Hyperbola-2 rocket, marking the first reusable flight of a reusable rocket in China. Hyperbola-2 rocket…
(2023-12-11). Giant pandas play in Inner Mongolia snow. ecns.cn A giant panda plays with a ball in the snow at Ordos Wildlife Park, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Dec. 11, 2023. A snowfall hit north China on Sunday evening.
(2023-12-11). In numbers: China's economy sustains good momentum of recovery. ecns.cn
(2023-12-11). China's private rocket makes first reusable flight. ecns.cn China's iSpace's Hyperbola-2 methane-liquid oxygen reusable verification rocket blasted off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Sunday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-11). Large Chinese dragon lantern attracts people in Toronto, Canada. ecns.cn The 57th annual Cavalcade of Lights was held on Saturday local time at the City Hall in Toronto, Canada, to welcome Christmas and the New Year. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-11). Beijing welcomes first snow of this winter. ecns.cn Beijing received its first snowfall of this winter season on Sunday evening. "ÄÄ | Photography enthusiasts captured the snow scenery of the corner tower of the Palace Museum. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-11). 2024 California Black History Month – Pan African Presence in Early California History. indybay.org Pan Africans migrated to California in significant numbers. By 1790, they made up nearly 20 percent of California's population, or one out of every five residents. More importantly, the concept of "race" had far less significance in California than in the United States. While European-born Spaniards controlled California society, Afro-Latinos and mestizos did manage to gain political and economic influence during the Spanish and Mexican periods of California history. African Cuban, Danish Jewish first elected Treasurer of San Francisco, Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. and several other "hidden figure…
(2023-12-11). COINTELPRO political prisoner Edward Poindexter dies in Nebraska prison after 53 years serving life sentence following unfair trial. mronline.org 
Edward Poindexter, 79, died on December 7, 2023 at the Nebraska State Penitentiary serving a life sentence for the murder of Omaha police officer Larry Minard.
(2023-12-11). Dec 11, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ Pink Floyd — The Dark Side Of The Moon Israel Supporters Would Defend Literally Any Israeli Atrocity, by Caitlin Johnstone Half of Palestinians in Gaza are now Starving; Depriving Civilians of Food is a War Crime, by Juan Cole 'We Can't Defeat Hamas' — Israel's Former Army Chief on the Gaza War Zionist Suppression in Congress, by Corinna Barnard Israel's onslaught drags U.S. Jewish life into the abyss, by Phil Weiss Moscow and Gaza: Is Russia ready for a major shift in its Middle East policy? by Ramzy Baroud Day 65: U.S. rushes arms to Israel as Palestinians announce over 250,000…
(2023-12-11). Argentina — El día después de mañana. globalizacion.ca En el fondo, bien en el fondo, casi lo único que hizo Javier Milei este mediodía fue reiterar las frases hechas, tecnocráticas y de aspiración filosófica, que viene recitando hace años en los medios que lo promovieron. No hubo detalles…
(2023-12-11). The New McCarthyism on US Campuses. counterpunch.org 
In several cases, these virulent campaigns to tarnish Palestinian human rights advocates have led to calls for the firing of tenured distinguished scholars (a prominent case in point being Joseph Massad of Columbia University)–whilst many faculty without the protection of tenure have been fired, student activists have been doxxed by pro-Israeli donors and their acolytes and hired thugs (in several cases leading to a withdrawal of job offers) and some elite universities have banned Palestinian student organizations such as SJP (Brandeis was the first to do so)–as well as progressive Jewish organizations like Jew…
(2023-12-11). Largest U.S. Teachers Union Allows Private Equity To Prey On Educators. levernews.com
(2023-12-11). Saturday 12/9: Palestine Writes Literature Festival. indybay.org
(2023-12-11). Melinda Gates, daughter Jennifer share sweet Christmas traditions, joy of grannyhood. geo.tv 
Bill Gates family also upheld a tradition of giving back by providing gifts for less fortunate children during the holidays…
(2023-12-11). US F-16 fighter jet crashes into Yellow Sea while training in South Korea. geo.tv 
F-16 fighter jet's pilot survived crash as he ejected and was rescued…
(2023-12-11). Article 370: Indian SC declares IIOJK 'integral part' of country>. geo.tv 
Indian top court also directs country's election commission to conduct elections in IIOJK by September 2024…
(2023-12-11). WATCH: India seizes millions of dollars from Congress MP's residences in 'largest-ever recovery'. geo.tv 
Unaccounted cash linked to Rajya Sabha MP Dheeraj Sahu in Odisha and Jharkhand totals over $40 million…
(2023-12-11). After years of struggle, NSW public sector wages cap is removed. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-11). 'Boomers vs Gen Z' narrative hides the class divide. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-11). Climate is the real threat, protesters tell defence conference. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-11). Gaza: Why doesn't the United Nations deploy 'Responsibility to Protect'? greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-11). Health care workers for Palestine call for a permanent ceasefire. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-11). Labor falls short on Robodebt royal commission measures. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-11). Labor votes down Lidia Thorpe's bill to uphold First Nation's rights in law. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-11). Multiple faith groups target PM on climate. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-11). Richard Marles' new AUKUS defence procurement laws: Sovereignty or subordination? greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-11). Two charts show we are way off track for net zero by 2050. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-11). 'You don't betray your sources': Disrupt Burrup Hub tells the ABC. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-11). Díaz-Canel sends condolences and solidarity to Brazil due to fire. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) President Miguel Díaz-Canel expressed on Monday his condolences and solidarity to his Brazilian counterpart, Luiz Inácio Lula Da Silva, and also to his people, due to the fire that occurred in the Amazonian state of Pará.
(2023-12-11). Palestine denounces Israeli attacks on historical heritage. plenglish.com Ramallah, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities denounced on Monday that the Israeli bombings by aircraft and artillery against archaeological, cultural, and historical sites in the Gaza Strip are aimed at destroying the national heritage.
(2023-12-11). Better together: the countries of Europe, Latin America and Africa agree on cooperation. infobrics.org
(2023-12-11). Argentine government to carry out heavy cutbacks. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) The cabinet of the Argentine President, Javier Milei, analyzed in its first meeting a reorganization of the State, the economic situation, a strong fiscal cut and the review of contracts, informed today the spokesman of the Casa Rosada, Manuel Adorni.
(2023-12-11). China rejects EU accusations of human rights violation. plenglish.com Beijing, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) China today rejected accusations by the European Union (EU) over an alleged violation of human rights in China and accused the bloc of damaging the country's image.
(2023-12-11). Dominican Rep asks island countries to have access to funds at COP 28. plenglish.com Santo Domingo, Dec 11 ( Prensa Latina) The Dominican Republic demanded to the international community, at the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (COP28), that developing countries have access to funds to face natural disasters, the Presidency's website published today.
(2023-12-11). Forest fires declared under control in Valparaiso, Chile. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) The three main forest fires that broke out over the weekend in the Chilean region of Valparaiso are under control, Sofia Gonzalez, the presidential delegate in that area, said today when making an assessment of the situation.
(2023-12-11). Capitalismo y derechos humanos, dos términos incompatibles. globalizacion.ca Pensar en lograr un ejercicio pleno de los derechos humanos en el marco de un sistema capitalista es un error garrafal y una ingenuidad absoluta. Error de apreciación que no es espontáneo sino inducido intencionalmente por los detentores de la…
(2023-12-11). Jeremy Corbyn: 'Look at Gaza—our political class only pays lip service to human rights'. mronline.org Today marks 75 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. But, as Gaza shows, it is being buried under the rubble along with the human beings whose rights it was written to protect, writes Jeremy Corbyn.
(2023-12-11). Ukrainian trial demonstrates 2014 Maidan massacre was false flag. thegrayzone.com A massacre of protesters during the 2014 Maidan coup set the stage for the ouster of Ukraine's elected president, Viktor Yanukovych. Now, an explosive trial in Kiev has produced evidence the killings were a false flag designed to trigger regime change. Two police officers charged with the mass shooting of opposition protesters in Kiev's Maidan Square in 2014 have been released after a Ukrainian court determined the fatal shots in the infamous massacre were fired from an opposition-controlled building. On …
(2023-12-11). Nueva dinámica de integración sudamericana. globalizacion.ca La lógica que ha estado en vigor durante quinientos años se está desmontando. Se invirtió. Hoy es Brasil el que necesita cruzar Panamá, el pasaje de Drake, el estrecho de Magallanes o el océano Indico para llegar a los mercados…
(2023-12-11). Bassam Al-Salhi of the Palestinian People's Party says war on Gaza has revealed fascist nature of Israel and the West. peoplesdispatch.org Despite the brutal atrocities committed by Israel in the last two months of its war on Gaza, Western countries, especially the United States, have remained firm in their support…
(2023-12-11). United States: Black voting rights threatened again. greenleft.org.au 
A recent legal appeal has further undermined the voting rights of people of colour in the United States and shows why a new civil rights movement is necessary, writes Malik Miah.
(2023-12-11). Inmigración, mucha habladuría y poca acción. globalizacion.ca Estados Unidos, una nación de inmigrantes, fundada y desarrollada por inmigrantes, øse está convirtiendo en una nación antiinmigrante? | En Estados Unidos existe actualmente un resentimiento generalizado hacia los inmigrantes. Y ese resentimiento, como es costumbre, está siendo muy bien promovido…
(2023-12-11). Black People Won't Be Silenced About Israel. popularresistance.org It is a bad sign when the leader of the United States Senate sounds something like an actress with bizarre feelings of entitlement. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer pulled off this dubious feat with his statements about U.S. policy towards Israel, what he perceives to be anti-semitism, and public opinion about Israel's attack on Gaza. His remarks resembled those of actress Julianna Margulies, whose infamous rant differed only in its lack of politesse. Of course, a senator has better political sense and more awareness than an entertainer, but aside from the manner of delivery, their thought processes don't d…
(2023-12-11). Israel committing "horrific crimes" against starving civilians in Gaza. electronicintifada.net Military metes out frustrations against defenseless people after suffering major blows from the Palestinian resistance.
(2023-12-11). Essequibo and ExxonMobil: A Tale of Imperialism and Undermining of the Bolivarian Revolution By: Lema Maiwand. midwesternmarx.com 
As a collective, we need to seriously re-evaluate the contexts in which we use the terms "sovereignty", "self-determination", and "imperialism", especially when it's devoid of historical analysis/context and in service of imperialist designs. We are at the point of the news cycle (again), where every two years or so, there is global denunciation and vilification of Venezuela, and even stronger calls for military intervention in the country. F …
(2023-12-11). Why Are Intellectuals Divorced from Working People? By: Carlos L. Garrido. midwesternmarx.com This article is a transcript of a presentation for a panel on the subject, hosted by the International Manifesto Group, the Critical Theory Workshop, and the Midwestern Marx Institute, with other presentations from Gabriel Rockhill, Radhika Desai, Glenn Diesen, and Noah Khrachvik. The question we are exploring today, concerning the divorce of intellectuals and the working class, is fundamental for assessing the crisis we face in the subjective conditions for revolution. The first …
(2023-12-11). Letter To NEA President and Officers On Palestine. indybay.org NEA members are circulating a letter to the NEA president and officers on Palestine.
(2023-12-11). Video: "The design of the so called COVID-19 vaccines was intentionally to harm people." Dr. Mike Yeadon. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Solidarity Against Anti-Palestinian Hate Crimes. counterpunch.org 
After three college students, Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid, and Tahseen Ahmed, all of Palestinian descent, were shot on a sidewalk in Burlington, VT, Paul Fleckenstein interviewed two organizers with the Vermont Coalition for Palestinian Liberation. +++ Paul Fleckenstein: Wafic and Ashley, what is your reaction to the shooting last month and what is the context for it
(2023-12-11). MST sends another donation of 11 tons of food to families in Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org Amid Israel's genocidal war on Gaza, the movement fighting for agrarian reform has worked with Brazil's federal government to send food aid to the besieged enclave…
(2023-12-11). The World, Including the Asia Pacific, Continues its Quest for Peace and Non-violence. pressenza.com 
(2023-12-11). Israeli Government's War Crimes — Enabled & Defended by Biden & Congress. counterpunch.org The humiliation of the U.S. government, which is actively complicit in providing the weaponry, funding, and UN vetoes backing the Israeli government's attack on the civilian Palestinians/Arabs in tiny Gaza, is in plain view daily. All in the name of the unasked American people and taxpayers. Earlier this week, at a House of Representatives' hearing,
(2023-12-11). Rally with Youth Voices for Humanity. indybay.org High School students organized to invite people to join hands and stand in support of human rights for all children, regardless of their race, religion or ethnicity.
(2023-12-11). What effects will the Sun's reduced activity over the next 30 years have on Earth? expose-news.com The sun is going through a stage known as a grand solar minimum. This is where the solar activity that ignites solar flares or sunspots has decreased. It's a normal cycle and …
(2023-12-11). Yuval Noah Harari discusses the creation of a massive class of useless people and what should be done with them. expose-news.com In 2015 and 2017, historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari discussed how a massive class of useless people was being created. The artificial intelligence revolution is beginning to create "the useless class," …
(2023-12-11). The War in Gaza and the Crisis of Zionism. counterpunch.org 
In Gaza, Israel acts exactly like every other collection of ethno-nationalists with guns. In doing so, it forfeits both the international sympathy that helped to create it and the support of many Jews and others outside Israel that helped to sustain it. |
(2023-12-11). Did Hamas Carry Out Mass Rapes On October 7? mintpressnews.com A number of Israeli rape claims, including one coming from an alleged member of Israel's unit 669, feature significant inconsistencies. Meanwhile, the main source for a BBC report on October 7 mass rapes was none other than May Golan, infamous for leading an anti-black rally in Tel Aviv, screaming, "I am proud to be a racist."
(2023-12-11). Henry Kissinger y el apartheid. globalizacion.ca Henry Kissinger, que no descansará en paz, propuso en 1976 bombardear a La Habana, someter la ciudad a un bloqueo naval y minar los puertos de Cuba. Fantaseó con ello seriamente, según documentos desclasificados hace casi una década y publicados…
(2023-12-11). Gaza's "safe south" is now a graveyard. electronicintifada.net Israel's violence against the city of Khan Younis has intensified…
(2023-12-11). Peter Beinart & Omer Bartov on UPenn President Resignation, Gaza & the Weaponization of Antisemitism. democracynow.org 
University of Pennsylvania President Elizabeth Magill voluntarily resigned her position Saturday after a House Education Committee hearing last Tuesday on how colleges have handled antisemitism. Magill has faced demands to resign since September, when she refused to bow to pressure to cancel the Palestine Writes Literature Festival on campus. More universities face accusations that they have failed to protect Jewish students since the October 7 Hamas incursion into southern Israel amid a broader effort to restrict pro-Palestinian speech on campus. We speak with Peter Beinart, professor of journalism at the City U…
(2023-12-11). "Please Stop This War Against Us": Gaza Doctor Begs for World's Help as Hunger & Disease Spread. democracynow.org 
We get an update from one of the few hospitals still operating in southern Gaza from Ahmed Moghrabi, a doctor at Nasser Hospital, who describes horrific conditions. "I've developed psychological disorder," says Moghrabi, who himself is barely surviving on little food and clean water. "Please stop this genocide against us. Stop this war. Please, please, I beg you." We also speak with Dr. Tarek Loubani, an emergency room medical doctor shot by the Israeli military in Gaza in 2018, about the arrests, killings and torture of his fellow medical workers by the Israeli military, and the eno…
(2023-12-11). Headlines for December 11, 2023. democracynow.org Displacement, Disease and Death Plague Gazans as Israel Continues Its Genocidal Assault, UNGA to Convene on Gaza Ceasefire After U.S. Vetoes Security Council Resolution, UPenn President Steps Down Amid Right-Wing Firestorm over Pro-Palestinian Movement on Campuses, COP28 Seeks Agreement on Fossil Fuel Phaseout Amid OPEC Pushback, TX Supreme Court Blocks Emergency Abortion; Kentucky Patient Challenges Abortion Ban, Oxford High School Shooter Sentenced to a Life Behind Bars, "There Is No Alternative to Shock": Far-Right Javier Milei Sworn In as President of Argentina, Children of Jailed Iranian Activist…
(2023-12-11). State Dept. Whistleblower Blasts Blinken for Bypassing Congress to Send 14K Tank Munitions to Israel. democracynow.org 
The Biden administration has bypassed Congress to approve an "emergency" sale of over $100 million of tank ammunition to Israel. Congress was notified just hours after the United States vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for a Gaza ceasefire. We get response from Josh Paul, former director of congressional and public affairs for the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, which oversees arms transfers to Israel and other nations. Paul resigned from the State Department in October to protest the Biden administration's push to increase arms sales to Israel amid its ongoing siege on Ga…
(2023-12-11). U.S. Vetoes U.N. Gaza Ceasefire Again as Biden Veers Far from Global Consensus, Death Toll Tops 18,000. democracynow.org 
To discuss the shocking United States veto of a U.N. Security Council resolution requesting a Gaza ceasefire, we're joined by Shibley Telhami, who says President Biden's refusal to engage with popular calls for ceasefire is a shocking "personal decision" that will have negative consequences for U.S. foreign policy and "American standing" around the world. Members of the Israeli government clearly want "more than self-defense," adds Telhami, and have created human rights needs in Gaza "so massive that you need a ceasefire to deal with that." Telhami is pr…
(2023-12-11). Presidentes de Venezuela y Guyana abordarán cara a cara tema sobre el Esequibo. telesurtv.net Dirigentes de la Celac y el Caricom han evaluado "la necesidad urgente de reducir la escalada del conflicto e instituir un diálogo apropiado cara a cara" entre los presidentes.
(2023-12-11). Abu Saleh Shariff spearheads empowerment initiatives for minorities in Maharashtra. muslimmirror.com By Dr. Danish Lambe In a series of thought-provoking programs across Aurangabad, Beed, and Nanded, initiated by Abu Saleh Shariff, the esteemed economist and key member of the Sachar Committee, and organized under the leadership of Honorable Hussain Dalwai, President of Maulana Azad Vichar Munch, discussions were led on the economic and social challenges faced …
(2023-12-11). Article 370: Supreme Court upholds removal of Jammu and Kashmir's 'special status'. muslimmirror.com The Supreme Court on Monday held that Article 370 is a temporary provision considering the historical context in which it was included. Pronouncing the verdict on a batch of pleas challenging the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution, Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud said that Article 370 was introduced to serve two …
(2023-12-11). Paris Protests For Gaza Despite Repression. popularresistance.org The open repression of Palestine solidarity protests in Paris over the last months has been unprecedented and violent. Although there have been some alarms ringing on this reality of state violence in France, including a statement by Amnesty International, it is important for all who witnessed this new wave of street-level suppression to speak out. I am writing this text after having been present at a number of recent Palestine solidarity actions in Paris. | As mass protests demanding a permanent ceasefire in Gaza continue around the world, French authorities are systematically deploying police forces to silence…
(2023-12-11). Asciende a 120 cifra de muertos por las inundaciones en Somalia. telesurtv.net Para apalear la situación, la Agencia somalí de Lucha contra los Desastres Naturales (SoDMA) indicó que más de tres millones de ciudadanos recibirán ayuda humanitaria rusa.
(2023-12-11). ONU presiona en COP28 para acabar con combustibles fósiles. telesurtv.net El Secretario General de la ONU abrió la posibilidad de que la eliminación se haga a diferentes velocidades en función de cada país.
(2023-12-11). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 16.800 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-11). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 18.000 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-11). Territorios ocupados realizan huelga en solidaridad con Gaza. telesurtv.net Los libaneses también paralizaron este lunes sus actividades en apoyo a los palestinos, sumándose a la convocatoria de una "huelga global en solidaridad con Gaza".
(2023-12-11). Javier Milei toma posesión como presidente de Argentina. telesurtv.net El ultraderechista inicia este domingo su mandato de cuatro años en la Casa Rosada.
(2023-12-11). Incendio en un campamento del MST deja 15 muertos en Brasil. telesurtv.net El gobernador de Pará, Helder Barbalho, informó este domingo que el Departamento de Bomberos ya investiga las causas de la tragedia.
(2023-12-11). Gobierno de EE.UU. aprueba venta de municiones a Israel. telesurtv.net El acuerdo general incluye 45.000 proyectiles para los tanques Merkava de Israel, que el ejército de ocupación ha desplegado constantemente durante sus ataques a la Franja de Gaza.
(2023-12-11). Tres personas muertas y una herida deja tiroteo en Atlanta, EE.UU. telesurtv.net La policía dijo que tres víctimas fueron declaradas muertas en el lugar y la cuarta fue transportada a un hospital.
(2023-12-11). Egipcios acuden a las urnas para elegir a su nuevo presidente. telesurtv.net Al menos 67 millones de electores egipcios están convocados para acudir a las urnas, durante tres dias a partir de este domingo 10 hasta el 12 de diciembre.
(2023-12-11). Escándalo de corrupción alcanza a ministros del Gobierno de Japón. telesurtv.net Al menos 15 altos funcionarios podrían ser destituidos por violar la ley tras no declarar decenas de millones de yenes recaudados por una facción del partido gobernante.
(2023-12-11). António Guterres alerta que el Consejo de Seguridad está paralizado. telesurtv.net La autoridad de la ONU "se ve socavada" tras el veto de EE.UU. sobre el cese al fuego en Gaza, afirmó el secretario general de la organización, António Guterres.
(2023-12-11). Citan a interrogatorio a hombre que amenazó de muerte a Gustavo Petro. telesurtv.net Fiscalía realizará dicha diligencia el próximo 13 de diciembre "con el fin de avanzar en el esclarecimiento de estos hechos y realizar la respectiva judicialización".
(2023-12-11). Cuba frustra plan violento de terroristas radicados en EE.UU. telesurtv.net Ministerio del Interior detuvo e investiga a grupo de personas vinculadas a planes para realizar acciones terroristas y desestabilizadoras durante las celebraciones de fin de año…
(2023-12-11). Israel informa cifra de bajas militares durante asedio a Gaza. telesurtv.net Según Tel Aviv, desde el 7 de octubre hasta la fecha 425 de sus soldados perdieron la vida y 1.593 sufrieron heridas, 255 de ellos en estado grave.
(2023-12-11). Exigen en El Salvador libertad de detenidos durante régimen de excepción. telesurtv.net Se movilizan en la nación centroamericana contra detenciones de personas sin vínculos con pandillas y para rechazar retrocesos en materia de DD.HH.
(2023-12-11). Cedeao mantiene sanciones contra Níger y crea comité de diálogo. telesurtv.net Durante una cumbre de la organización celebrada en Nigeria, los participantes reiteraron su exigencia para la liberación del presidente Mohamed Bazoum.
(2023-12-11). Fuerzas israelíes prosiguen ataque contra Jan Yunis, en Gaza. telesurtv.net Aviones de combate israelíes arrojaron fósforo blanco sobre dicha ciudad, al tiempo que Israel ha obligado a que los habitantes se desplacem forzosamene de allí.
(2023-12-11). Presidente de COP28 insta a evitar fracaso de negociación. telesurtv.net Ahmed Al Jaber recalca que las conversaciones avanzan, pero no son los suficientemente rápidas.
(2023-12-11). Choque de trenes en Italia deja 17 heridos. telesurtv.net Una falla en la comunicación fue la causa del accidente, por suerte no se registraron víctimas fatales.
(2023-12-11). Cifra de mártires en Gaza asciende a 18 mil muertos. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Salud de Palestina asegura que hay un gran número de víctimas mortales entre los escombros tras los últimos bombardeos.
(2023-12-11). Cifra de palestinos asesinados en Gaza asciende a 18 mil. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Salud de Palestina asegura que hay un gran número de víctimas mortales entre los escombros tras los últimos bombardeos.
(2023-12-11). Dos muertos tras ataque contra convoy de la Cruz Roja en Sudán. telesurtv.net El Convoy fue atacado por el Ejército de Sudán mientras se desplazaba por la región de Jartum.
(2023-12-11). ONU convoca reunión para tratar el alto al fuego en Gaza. telesurtv.net La ONU tratará el veto propuesto por uno de los miembros permanentes del Conejo de Seguridad.
(2023-12-11). Desbordamiento de ríos en Ecuador deja 400 damnificados. telesurtv.net En días pasados, se realizó una reunión del Comité de Operaciones de Emergencia Cantonal, para articular acciones y atender a los damnificados.
(2023-12-11). Salvadoreños recuerdan a victimas de la masacre de El Mozote. telesurtv.net En el acto para recordar la masacre de El Mozote participaron familiares de sobrevivientes que clamaron por justicia inmediata.
(2023-12-11). Defensores de DD.HH. que dejaron su huella en el mundo. telesurtv.net La Declaración Universal de los Derechos Humanos, es el documento que establece los derechos humanos fundamentales que deben protegerse en el mundo entero.
(2023-12-11). Colapsa una mina de sal sin víctimas en el noreste de Brasil. telesurtv.net La mina en cuestión es una de las 35 que explota en Maceió la empresa Braskem, cuyo mayor accionista es Novonor, antigua Odebrecht, empresa que fue objeto de la gran causa judicial por corrupción conocida como Lava Jato.
(2023-12-11). Disminuye cantidad de evacuados por inundaciones en Uruguay. telesurtv.net Ante el retiro del nivel de las aguas del río que va bajando más allá de la cota de seguridad, varios damnificados han ido regresando a sus hogares.
(2023-12-11). Milei cumple promesa de campaña y reduce número de ministerios. telesurtv.net El líder del partido La Libertad Avanza asumió el cargo en la Casa Rosada y envió un mensaje a sus seguidores, en el que dejó claro que su plan de duro ajuste económico y fiscal es la apuesta para sus primeros meses de Gobierno.
(2023-12-11). Presentarán recurso a favor de proceso electoral en Guatemala. telesurtv.net Habría que analizar si también incurrirían en usurpación de funciones, por arrogarse facultades que solamente competen al TSE o violando la Constitución Política de la República de Guatemala.
(2023-12-11). Cámara de Diputados de Bolivia aprueba Presupuesto del Estado. telesurtv.net La propuesta aprobada prevé un crecimiento del 3,71 por ciento del PIB, lo que representa un aumento de 3.000 millones de dólares con respecto al presupuesto del año 2023.
(2023-12-11). Tornados en Tennessee, EE.UU. dejan al menos seis muertos. telesurtv.net Equipos de emergencia mantienen las labores de búsqueda y rescate para constatar la existencia de más víctimas, entre muertos o heridos.
(2023-12-11). Presidentes ruso y egipcio debaten sobre situación en Palestina. telesurtv.net Los mandatarios reconocieron la necesidad de alcanzar un alto el fuego y una "solución justa e integral" a la cuestión palestina.
(2023-12-11). Israel ataca más de 250 supuestos objetivos de Hamás en 24 horas. telesurtv.net Los nuevos bombardeos israelíes contra la ciudad palestina de Khan Yunis dejó un saldo de diez palestinos muertos y decenas de heridos.
(2023-12-11). Represión policial deja tres detenidos en el sur de Perú. telesurtv.net Los agentes policiales reprimieron al grupo de manifestantes cuando intentaban bloquear un sector de la carretera Panamericana.
(2023-12-11). Celebran juicio contra acusados de terrorismo en Cuba. telesurtv.net La petición fiscal fue de treinta, veinticinco y veinte años de privación de libertad para cada uno de los imputados.
(2023-12-11). Supremo indio ratifica fin de semiautonomía de Cachemira. telesurtv.net El premier indio calificó la decisión judicial de "histórica mientras aseguró que constituye "un rayo de esperanza".
(2023-12-11). Reportan más de cinco movimientos telúricos en Perú. telesurtv.net El primer sismo se registró sobre las 22H38 del sábado 9 de diciembre, con magnitud de 4.6.
(2023-12-11). Las montañas, el hogar del 15 por ciento de la población mundial. telesurtv.net Para la FAO por ejemplo las montañas desempeñan un papel clave en el suministro de energía renovable.
(2023-12-11). Secret Plan Exposed: Government & Pfizer Documents Implicate Gates & Schwab in Depopulation Scheme. expose-news.com If an experimental vaccine were to damage the heart and immune system in a significant number of individuals who received it, it is possible that it could lead to a decline in …
(2023-12-11). Airtel Africa at COP28. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Group CEO of Airtel Africa plc, Segun Ogunsanya, has reaffirmed the importance of an enabling policy environment for sustainable development and climate action in partnership with Africa's private sector at COP28. Ogunsanya, a member of the United Nations Global Compact's African Business Leaders Coalition (ABLC), addressed a distinguished audience at …
(2023-12-11). FDC rift deepens as Katonga division prepares for elections. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in Katonga Division faces a critical juncture ahead of its upcoming grassroots and party structure elections scheduled for the weekend. The already fragile unity within the party is at risk of further disintegration, raising concerns about the FDC's future. Analysts warn that the elections …
(2023-12-11). Opposition leader decries government's inadequate response to missing persons crisis. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Mathias Mpuuga, issued a stern rebuke of the government's statement on missing persons, deeming it "disingenuous, insensitive, and dismissive of the plight of affected families." In a formal rejoinder delivered during a parliamentary session on Tuesday, Mpuuga unequivocally rejected the government's report presented …
(2023-12-11). Tororo's RockCity Radio 98.4FM goes live today. independent.co.ug 
Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Radio listeners in eastern Uganda will today get an early Christmas gift, when Tororo's RockCity Radio 98.4FM sends out its first live broadcast at 3pm today. The cultural leader of the Jopadhola, HRH Kwar Adhola Moses Stephen Owor, will be the first voice on the new radio and signal the start …
(2023-12-11). AMC Theatres Endanger Public Health. indybay.org As SAG-AFTRA strikes end — Adam Aron and AMC Movie Theaters, the largest chain in the world, endangers the public health with their treatment of sick employees in violation of OSHA and state sick leave laws.
(2023-12-11). Cuba bloqueada, no embargada, por Estados Unidos. globalizacion.ca Por una abrumadora mayoría de 187 votos a favor, dos en contra, Estados Unidos e Israel, con la abstención de Ucrania, se aprobó por trigésimo primera vez la resolución que pide a EEUU acabar con el bloqueo de Cuba. | Año…
(2023-12-11). Argentina — El ajuste que pagan los de siempre. globalizacion.ca En su primer discurso como Presidente Javier Milei anunció al país una "nueva era de paz y prosperidad, de libertad y de progreso", basada en "la libertad" ( °carajo!) y "dejando atrás las ideas empobrecedoras del colectivismo". | Como era previsible la…
(2023-12-11). Mobilize educators to stop the genocide against Gaza and to defend our students! wsws.org The Educators Rank-and-File Safety Committee (US) condemns the US-backed genocide in Gaza, the attacks on our democratic right to protest, led by the Biden administration and the teachers unions' bureaucracies' support for genocide.
(2023-12-11). Democrats offer to gut asylum rights in exchange for GOP support for Ukraine war funds. wsws.org The squabbling in Congress over immigration policy is only one element in the broader conflict between the Democrats and Republicans over border policy, an issue that has become intimately tied up with US military operations abroad.
(2023-12-11). South Korea major supplier of shells to Ukraine. wsws.org Seoul's participation in the US-led war against Russia in Ukraine has taken part almost entirely behind the backs of the population.
(2023-12-11). Police provocatively break up peaceful protest against Gaza genocide in Royal Oak, Michigan. wsws.org At the demonstration in the Detroit suburb, over 200 youth and workers, including many families with children, marched to express their disgust at the complicity of US imperialism and the Democratic Party over the genocide in Gaza.
(2023-12-11). Reject the tentative agreement with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and expand the strike! wsws.org The United Steelworkers is attempting to betray the months-long strike of 1,700 nurses by imposing a contract that will not ensure safe staffing or meet the workers' most basic economic needs.
(2023-12-11). Second warning strike by train drivers in Germany: "We're at work for 10 or 11 hours" wsws.org The second nationwide warning strike by train drivers belonging to the GDL union brought long-distance, regional and suburban rail services to an almost complete standstill on Friday.
(2023-12-11). Vetoing Gaza ceasefire resolution, Biden administration upholds genocide as state policy. wsws.org The United States is not merely a bystander in Israel's genocide: It is an active participant. US President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken are no less culpable than Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
(2023-12-11). Thousands mourn Professor Refaat al-Ar'eer at anti-genocide protests and online memorial. wsws.org At protests and online memorials, thousands of students and workers paid tribute to the assassinated English teacher and poet, and promised to continue his legacy.
(2023-12-11). Australian protests against Gaza genocide: Governments are not listening to us. wsws.org "My grandparents are Holocaust survivors and I'm here because I feel it is really important that anti-Zionism and antisemitism aren't conflated."
(2023-12-11). UAW reports sellout contract ratified by Blue Cross Blue Shield workers. wsws.org The UAW announced that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan workers ratified a sellout contract after they were left isolated by the union on the picket line for three months.
(2023-12-11). "The UAW knew these layoffs were coming": Toledo Jeep workers denounce job cuts. wsws.org Stellantis workers at the Toledo Assembly Complex Saturday denounced the corporation and the United Auto Workers for the sudden announcement late last week that 1,225 workers will be laid off indefinitely.
(2023-12-11). Ouster of University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill represents new stage in witch-hunt against opposition to Gaza genocide. wsws.org There is a bipartisan campaign to falsely equate opposition to Israeli genocide in Gaza with antisemitism.
(2023-12-11). UAW rams through fourth sellout agreement at Indiana Lear seating plant. wsws.org Lear workers had courageously defied three earlier attempts by the UAW to push through a pro-company deal.
(2023-12-11). New York University suspends student for removing Zionist posters. wsws.org Amid the wave of attacks by university administrations on students opposing the US/Israeli genocide against Palestinians, a New York University freshman has been suspended and her scholarship rescinded in retaliation for her removal of pro-Israel posters on campus.
(2023-12-11). New false accusations of antisemitism in Germany's cultural sector. wsws.org In recent weeks, numerous artists and cultural workers in Germany and other countries have been slandered as antisemites and deprived of opportunities to work.
(2023-12-11). Australian Greens offer no way forward in fight against Gaza genocide. wsws.org The Greens are trying to subordinate opposition to the barbarism to moral appeals to the Labor government that is fully committed to the mass slaughter.
(2023-12-11). Australia: Union bosses force unpopular Queensland Labor premier to quit. wsws.org Palaszczuk's tearful departure underlines a developing crisis of the political establishment as a whole nationally, and not just the Labor Party.
(2023-12-11). Australia signs anti-China security agreement with Papua New Guinea. wsws.org The security pact effectively commits the former Australian colony to the escalating US-led confrontation with China, and is viewed as a model for similar deals with other countries across Pacific.
(2023-12-11). What Sort of "Caring" Do Zionist Medical Faculty at U of T Teach? dissidentvoice.org An exaggerated sense of self-importance and entitlement, hubris, chutzpah, racism while claiming victimhood and massively flawed thinking are the descriptors that come to mind when considering the 555 doctors at the U of T who signed an Open Statement to the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine (TFOM) from Jewish Physician Faculty. The statement is …
(2023-12-10). Open letter to the UN Secretary General. The life of the planet in question. A proposal. pressenza.com Dear Secretary General whatever the global issues and problems under consideration, a dramatic fact emerges: humanity is not capable of giving concrete, immediate and common answers. The institutionalized powers of the current system are unable to do so because the…
(2023-12-10). US sends 'bunker buster' bombs to Israel for war on Gaza. indybay.org Apart from ground-penetrating munitions, US has also given Israel several other types of bombs and artillery shells.
(2023-12-10). China Home Life Expo held in Mexico. america.cgtn.com 
Hundreds of Chinese vendors showcased their products at the latest China Home Life Expo in Mexico City, looking to find success in the Mexican market. China and Mexico pledged to strengthen bilateral ties following a visit by Mexico's Foreign Minister to Beijing last week.
(2023-12-10). How Israel caused a young swimmer to lose an arm. electronicintifada.net An Israeli airstrike injured 5-year-old Kenzi al-Madhoun and killed her grandfather.
(2023-12-10). Trump, the Second Time Around? tomdispatch.com Recently, on a commuter train, I ran into an acquaintance who works for a government agency here in Washington, D.C. Soon after we started chatting, he indicated a desire to switch jobs in case Donald Trump was reelected president in 2024. "I'd like to be somewhere that Trump wouldn't be able to politicize," my buddy said. I listened as he mused about which government institutions would remain well-funded despite Trump's desire to destroy "the deep state." "Maybe I'll work for the Department of Defense," my companion finally suggested all too logically. I can see just where he's coming from since, during Trump's…
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: Non Violent Direct Action Workshop. indybay.org near 12th St Bart in Oakland…
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: The Rise of Jewish Voice for Peace. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: Sacramento Rally & March: International Human Rights Day. indybay.org Memorial Auditorium | 1515 J St | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-10). Monday 12/11: Webinar: Anti-Doxxing Defense: Basic Social Media and Protest Safety. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: From Awareness to Action: Organizing for Tech Workers. indybay.org Zoom | Register at: bit.ly/techorganizing101…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Berkeley City Council Meeting. indybay.org 1321 Addison St | Berkeley, CA…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Vallejo City Council Meeting. indybay.org Vallejo City Hall | 555 Santa Clara St | Vallejo, CA…
(2023-12-10). Wednesday 12/13: Artist Teach-In for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | Register at: bit.ly/artists4pal…
(2023-12-10). Thursday 12/14: Webinar: How You Can Support Palestine. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Monday 12/11: The Missing Peace: Discussing Palestine over the Holidays. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Press Conference and Visit to Senator Alex Padilla's Sacramento Office. indybay.org Federal Building | 501 I St | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Woodland: Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org 622 Main Street | Woodland, CA…
(2023-12-10). Thursday 12/14: Sacramento: Human Rights Day Candlelight Vigil. indybay.org Corner of 16th & J St | Sacramento, Ca…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Action: Palestine Phone Jam + Social Media Storm. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/17: Virtual Q&A Discussion of 3 Short Films about Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Menlo Park: Rally for Palestine. indybay.org
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Santa Clara City Council Meeting. indybay.org 500 Warburton Ave, Santa Clara, CA | or | via Zoom (Meeting ID: 997 0675 9306)…
(2023-12-10). Wednesday 12/13: Youth Mass Mobilization for Palestine. indybay.org 555 Franklin St | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-10). Saturday 12/16: Bakersfield: Shut It Down for Palestine. indybay.org Bakersfield, CA (exact location to be revealed on Dec 15)…
(2023-12-10). Scientists Skip COP28 To Demand Climate Action At Home. popularresistance.org Some scientists-turned-activists have changed tactics during this year's United Nations climate summit. Rather than staging demonstrations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, at the meeting itself, they are coordinating protests against governments' lack of progress reining in greenhouse-gas emissions closer to home — by blocking parts of fossil-fuel operations in their own countries and appealing to local governments. | Although the United Arab Emirates has pledged to allow peaceful protests and "the expression of values" at the 28th annual UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), the country normally bans unauth…
(2023-12-10). From Alfonsín to Milei: 40 years of Argentinean democracy. pressenza.com In early 1982, when I was a correspondent for the Inter Press Service Agency in Argentina, I was asked by the head office to interview the leader of the Radical Civic Union, Raúl Alfonsín, whom I did not know personally. I replied, via telex, that it seemed more appropriate to interview another Radical, Luis León, senator of the Movimiento de Afirmación Yrigoyenista, a more combative leader. | They did not accept my suggestion and the new answer came by telephone: "Interview Raúl Alfonsín, who is going to be the next president: the Socialist International says so". | The interview was very cordial, in his law off…
(2023-12-10). The View from Washington: Let the Killing in Gaza Continue. dissidentvoice.org Bloodletting as form; murder as fashion. The ongoing campaign in Gaza by Israel's Defence Forces continues without stalling and restriction. But the burgeoning number of corpses is starting to become a challenge for the propaganda outlets: How to justify it? Fortunately for Israel, the United States, its unqualified defender, is happy to provide cover for …
(2023-12-10). Monkeys: Nature's Playful Wonders and the Battle for Their Survival. pressenza.com 
by: Assaf Levy, Step into the lush landscapes of tropical rainforests or the wide-open spaces of savannas, and you might witness a captivating show unfolding high in the treetops — the world of monkeys. These clever creatures, distant relatives to humans, bring joy and wonder to the wild. Today, let's learn about monkeys — their different types, special traits, their problems, and the important work being done to keep them safe. | — | Monkeys form a diverse and sizable mammal category, encompassing the majority of primates. While humans, chimpanzees, and other…
(2023-12-10). The Evil Israel Does Is The Evil Israel Gets. popularresistance.org I knew Dr. Abdel Aziz al-Rantisi, the co-founder of Hamas, along with Sheikh Ahmed Ismail Yassin. Al-Rantisi's family were expelled to the Gaza Strip by Zionist militias from historic Palestine during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. He did not fit the demonized image of a Hamas leader. He was a soft spoken, articulate and highly educated pediatrician who had graduated first in his class at Egypt's Alexandria University. | As a nine-year-old boy, he witnessed executions in Khan Younis of 275 Palestinian men and boys, including his uncle, when Israel briefly occupied the Gaza Strip in 1956, the subject of Joe Sacco's ma…
(2023-12-10). Activating the Genocide Convention. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). Biden Administration Bypasses Congress to Get More Tank Shells to Israel. news.antiwar.com The Biden administration is bypassing Congress to get 13,000 rounds of tank ammunition to Israel to fuel its onslaught in Gaza by waiving a congressional review period for foreign weapons sales. On Friday night, the State Department notified Congress that it was going through with the $106 million sale of 120mm tank ammunition. The US …
(2023-12-10). China, Philippines Trade Accusation Over Collision in South China Sea. news.antiwar.com Chinese and Philippine vessels collided near a disputed reef in the South China Sea as tensions in the waters continue to rise. Beijing and Manila traded blame for the incident, which took place near Second Thomas Shoal, where Chinese and Philippine vessels have frequent intense encounters. The incidents typically occur when the Philippines attempts to …
(2023-12-10). Netanyahu Says He Appreciates US Veto of UN Gaza Ceasefire Resolution. news.antiwar.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday said he appreciated the US vetoing a UN Security Council resolution that called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and vowed to continue his war in the besieged enclave, which has killed at least 18,000 Palestinians. "Other countries must also understand that it's impossible to support the elimination …
(2023-12-10). US Embassy in Baghdad Comes Under Mortar Fire. news.antiwar.com The US embassy in Baghdad came under mortar fire on Friday as US assets in Iraq and Syria continue to be targeted over US support for Israel's onslaught in Gaza. According to Reuters, seven mortar rounds landed in the sprawling embassy. US officials said there was minor damage but no casualties. The incident was the …
(2023-12-10). Zelensky to Visit Washington Amid Congressional Negotiations on Ukraine Aid. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit Washington this week to push for more aid as Congress is still negotiating a massive spending package that includes over $60 billion for Ukraine. On Tuesday, Zelensky will meet with President Biden at the White House and hold talks with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). He was also invited …
(2023-12-10). Role Of US Menwith Hill NSA Base And The United Kingdom In Gaza. popularresistance.org Every Tuesday at 6pm, rain or shine, a small group of protestors stand outside a U.S. base in North Yorkshire with banners and flags. Members and supporters of the Menwith Hill Accountability Campaign (MHAC) are there to protest at the unaccountable and highly secret activities that go on inside the U.S. spy base nominally called 'RAF' Menwith Hill but run by the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA). In recent weeks the focus has been on the UK's role in events in Gaza. | Just how is the UK government involved in Gaza? According to the Campaign Against the Arms Trade, the UK has consistently sold arms to Israel si…
(2023-12-10). When Black And White Tenant Farmers Joined Together. popularresistance.org It's 1935 and class war is brewing in Arkansas. Standing before 1,500 black and white sharecroppers, the radical Methodist minister Ward Rodgers thunders, "I can lead a mob to lynch any planter in Poinsett County." The crowd erupts with applause. | These white and black sharecroppers who worked, lived, and died amid the vestiges of the Southern plantation system were no strangers to terror. The night before, a group of planters and deputy sheriffs had attacked an adult education class taught by Rodgers. The landowner class, the banks, the police, and an offshoot of the Ku Klux Klan called the Nightriders had been…
(2023-12-10). Anti-Palestinian racism is inherent to Zionism and you're not allowed to talk about it. mondoweiss.net 
We won't have truthful discussions about Zionism in this country until people are honest about the fact that anti-Palestinian racism permeates our political culture.
(2023-12-10). Can Extinction Rebellion's Success In The Netherlands Be Replicated? popularresistance.org Success in climate activism can take a lot of forms, and relatively few of them are glamorous. The change we work for might be too abstract to measure, or our role in it might be unclear. Perhaps, in difficult conditions, success might mean no more than keeping your head above the water. | Still, there are times when success can actually be joyful, epic and infectious, as in the case of the recent blockades on the Dutch capital's A12 highway. | The shortest version of this story is that a multi-year campaign of disruption induced the Dutch Parliament to move, on Oct. 10, towards a phasing-out of fossil fuel subsi…
(2023-12-10). (W.E. Talk)To Understand China's Success, First Understand Chinese Civilization. ecns.cn According to Martin Jacques, to understand the success of China's development, we must understand the Chinese civilization since China is not just a nation-state, but a civilization-state, with many of its thoughts deeply rooted in Confucianism. Westerners have been brought up to essentially believe that their way of doing things is an exemplar for the rest of the world. One fallacy of that is failing to understand how human rights operate in China.
(2023-12-10). (W.E. Talk)The Latin Bridge Between Chinese and Western Dialogue. ecns.cn Austrian sinologist Leopold Leeb came to China in 1995 to do his doctoral research in philosophy. After receiving his doctorate from Peking University in 1999, he worked as a translator and researcher at the Institute of World Religions under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences till 2004. His research interests include Western classical languages, ancient and medieval literature, philosophy and religion. His major publications include Zhang Heng, Science and Religion and several Latin textbooks and dictionaries.
(2023-12-10). Newly-developed rail transit product on debut at expo in China. ecns.cn Newly-developed rail transit products were on debut at an international rail transit expo in Zhuzhou City, central China's Hunan Province on Saturday. "ÄÄ Super-autonomous Rail Rapid Transit, which is a newly-developed rail transit product running on virtual tracks.
(2023-12-10). Brazil and Colombia Destroy Illegal Gold Mines in Amazon Rainforest. pressenza.com Brazil and Colombia have blown up 19 illegal gold mining operations in the Amazon rainforest. Colombia's armed forces said the mines were producing about $1.5 million worth of the rare metal every month and polluting the rainforest's rivers with mercury, reported the BBC and Reuters. By Cristen Hemingway Jaynes The unlawful…
(2023-12-10). 2024 California Black History Month – Pan African Presence in Early California History. indybay.org Pan Africans migrated to California in significant numbers. By 1790, they made up nearly 20 percent of California's population, or one out of every five residents. More importantly, the concept of "race" had far less significance in California than in the United States. While European-born Spaniards controlled California society, Afro-Latinos and mestizos did manage to gain political and economic influence during the Spanish and Mexican periods of California history. African Cuban, Danish Jewish first elected Treasurer of San Francisco, Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. and several other "hidden figure…
(2023-12-10). As the US Vetoes UN Ceasefire Resolution, the People Take the Streets for Palestine. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-10). Chris Hedges: 'The Genocide in Gaza'. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-10). 'Moral Insanity': Biden Admin Bypasses Congress to Rush Tank Shells to Israel. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-10). Norman Lear, A Giant of the Public Interest. scheerpost.com 
By Mark Lloyd / Original to ScheerPost For a brief decade and a half the U.S. government gave the Archie Bunkers of America the power to have a real say, to have their voices heard. No one advanced this federal project more than Norman Lear. As Lear would put it in his testimony before a …
(2023-12-10). The US Condemned Stalin's Prosecution of Journalists. Now It Uses His Playbook. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-10). Dec 10, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ The Ghost of Tom Joad — Bruce Springsteen w/Tom Morello Christmas Truces Past and Future — World Beyond War Only Truth And Clear Seeing Can Lead Us To Peace And Harmony, by Caitlin Johnstone A Wall and a Watchtower: Why is Israel Failing? by Ilan Pappe On How Israeli/US War Crimes in Gaza are orders of Magnitude Worse than Russia in Ukraine, by Juan Cole The Genocide in Gaza — Chris Hedges Lecture (Video) Day 64: U.S., alone against the world, vetoes Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire Israel flooding tunnels in Gaza would constitute war crime — Russian diploma…
(2023-12-10). San Jose Residents Pack City Council Meeting, Demand Palestine Resolution. popularresistance.org San Jose, CA — On Tuesday, December 5, hundreds of Palestine supporters attended the San Jose City Council meeting in person and online to demand that the council pass a resolution in support of Palestine. | Community members waved Palestinian flags, wore keffiyehs, and brought signs with messages such as "End the genocide." City staff intentionally blocked off half of the available public seats in the council chambers and diverted community members to overflow rooms. Many attendees were taken aback by this blatant restriction on their right to civic engagement.
(2023-12-10). Saturday 12/9: Palestine Writes Literature Festival. indybay.org
(2023-12-10). WATCH: Canadian news anchor calls out body shamer on live TV. geo.tv 
News anchor was praised by netizens for standing up to body-shaming bullies online…
(2023-12-10). Why is TikTok trend 'can you name a woman' sending internet rolling on floor laughing?>. geo.tv 
Whether it's celebrities like Megan Fox, Taylor Swift, or Anne Hathaway, participants have shown both quick wit and hesitancy in answers…
(2023-12-10). Witnessing The Gaza Genocide And Dealing With Despair. popularresistance.org Israel's genocidal assault on the civilian population of Gaza is not being carried out by carpet bombing alone. Electricity and water have been cut off. Desperately needed food, water and medical supplies are not being allowed in. Israel has deployed starvation as a weapon of war. Hundreds of big-rig trucks are lined up at the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, waiting to deliver their cargoes of food, water, medicine, and basic necessities. | This is the southern Gaza border, which is supposed to be controlled by Egypt. Israel has bombed the Gaza side of the border, however, and Egypt, a military dictatorship tha…
(2023-12-10). Does Israel want to wipe Gaza off the map? electronicintifada.net Vast numbers of archives have been deliberately destroyed.
(2023-12-10). The stubbornness of war. pressenza.com
(2023-12-10). After years of struggle, NSW public sector wages cap is removed. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Ballarat TLC says fascists will never co-opt Eureka Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-10). 'Boomers vs Gen Z' narrative hides the class divide. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Climate is the real threat, protesters tell defence conference. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Gaza: Why doesn't the United Nations deploy 'Responsibility to Protect'? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Health care workers for Palestine call for a permanent ceasefire. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Labor falls short on Robodebt royal commission measures. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Multiple faith groups target PM on climate. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Richard Marles' new AUKUS defence procurement laws: Sovereignty or subordination? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). VAD becomes legal in NSW, but Telehealth ban bites. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-10). 'You don't betray your sources': Disrupt Burrup Hub tells the ABC. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). The Radioactive Pacific Ocean. counterpunch.org 
(2023-12-10). This Dread and Depression is on Purpose! Don't Fall Victim! Don't Blame Yourselves! podcasters.spotify.com In this episode, I talk about some of the difficulties with remaining positive through a very dehumanizing, morbid, draining, and existential moment that we are all living through today. Whether we are Palestinian, Congolese, Nicaraguan, Cuban, Jamaican, Chinese, indigenous, or so-called American, we are all dealing with the extremes of capitalist, exploitation, extermination campaigns, mass, incarceration, the preponderance of social media, hyper individualism, mental health and climate crisis, and just in general, having to go to school or go to work every day while the world is blowing up around us. What do we…
(2023-12-10). The Cradle of Humanity: Georges Bataille on the Birth of Art and of Humanity. pressenza.com Why should we explore caves and excavate fossils? Why should we seek more information about our origins? And what can the first women and men tell us about the human condition? Reading Georges Bataille (1897-1962) answers these questions profoundly. The French writer considerably influenced authors such as Michel Foucault, Jacques Derrida, Jacques Lacan, and Julia Kristeva, with provocative novels and essays exploring love, grief, economic theories, social structures, and systems of beliefs. He was also fascinated by prehistoric art and culture, a topic he wrote about in many essays, reviews, and books, including…
(2023-12-10). China Donates 450 Generators to Address SA Power Cuts. infobrics.org The generators have arrived in South Africa but will be officially received by Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa…
(2023-12-10). 'India-Russia Can Cooperate in Building Small Floating Reactors' Says Rosatom. infobrics.org India and Russia can cooperate in building small floating reactors with the latter providing the nuclear heart (reactor) and the former taking care of the tow boat and electrical systems, said a top official of Rosatom…
(2023-12-10). Expanding BRICS for Numerical Strength or Ensuring Qualitative Geopolitical Influence. infobrics.org As stipulated by the guidelines, Russia takes over BRICS [Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa] from January 2024. With the heightening of geopolitical tensions, Russia's priority focus is on the group's possible enlargement to counter U.S. hegemony. It plans to push seriously for critical reforms in the international financial architecture and create a solidified platform for building an equitable multipolar world order…
(2023-12-10). The rush to preserve the sperm of slain soldiers exposes the deep militarism of Israeli society. mondoweiss.net 
The militarization of Israeli society has taken on new dimensions with the harvesting of sperm from the bodies of deceased soldiers for "posthumous reproduction." In this way, soldiers become the colonial embodiment of Israeli national masculinity.
(2023-12-10). What's a Good Economy, Anyway? counterpunch.org Far from being an obviously good economy that only partisans and the brainwashed could question, by any more specific measurement than "jobs are good," the economy is in fact awful, and has relentlessly squeezed the average American for decades. Yes, on some level, it is better to have a job than not to have a job — but understandably, Americans seem to want a bit more from life than a place to clock in and clock out. | To read this article, log in If you are logged in but ca…
(2023-12-10). Destruyen la democracia en el país que dice garantizarla en todo el planeta. globalizacion.ca Estados Unidos tiene unas 750 bases militares en más de 80 países y se dice que existen para garantizar la democracia en el mundo. Una justificación con muy poco fundamento. | De 1945 a 2022, Estados Unidos ha impulsado o apoyado…
(2023-12-10). EU's AI Act Falls Short: No Ban on Live Facial Recognition Raises Concerns. truthout.org Privacy advocates on Saturday said the AI Act, a sweeping proposed law to regulate artificial intelligence in the European Union whose language was finalized Friday, appeared likely to fail at protecting the public from one of AI's greatest threats: live facial recognition. Representatives of the European Commission spent 37 hours this week negotiating provisions in the AI Act with the European… |
(2023-12-10). Nuclear Power Pushing At The COP28 Climate Change Conference. popularresistance.org "U.S. leads coalition to triple nuclear power by 2050 in effort to address climate change," was the headline of a Dec. 4 CNBC article on activity at the UN conference called COP28 being held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on the climate crisis. | COP stands for Conference of the Parties, annual gatherings under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The 28 is for this being the twenty-eighth session. It began on Nov. 30 and is to end on Dec. 12. | When it started, there was a stir over the conference president being Sultan Al Jaber who just happens to head the UAE's state-owned oil company, Ab…
(2023-12-10). Moscow Trip Report. sonar21.com 
Why was I in Moscow? It was not a secret mission. Let's call it a mission of peace. I was invited to speak at a round table on multi-polarity and the future of Russian/American relations by the International Russophile Movement. The IRM or "MIR" (in French), is a recently formed organization. Pepe Escobar wrote about the inaugural meeting, which took place in March 2023 ( This was a much smaller gathering and I was fortunate to be invited to share the co…
(2023-12-10). Are human rights really universal? Palestine and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 75 years later. mondoweiss.net 
The system of international law affords impunity to the strong, while the weak are lectured on humanity, which they are denied, and the value of the rule of law and human rights, which do not seem to apply to them.
(2023-12-10). Piano di Hamas: Noto a Israele da Oltre un Anno. globalresearch.ca "Israele conosceva il piano d'attacco di Hamas da oltre un anno", rivela il New York Times. | Lo prova un documento di 40 pagine denominato in codice dall'intelligence israeliana "Mura di Gerico": esso delinea punto per punto, …
(2023-12-10). Israel y Estados Unidos planean la deportación total de Gaza. globalizacion.ca Deportar a todos los gazatíes es el plan conjunto de Estados Unidos e Israel, según el cual los palestinos serán ´reubicados ª a Egipto, Irak, Turquía y Yemen. Esta limpieza étnica a gran escala se presenta cínicamente como un plan de…
(2023-12-10). The Forcible Transfer of 85% of Palestinians in Gaza Is a Crime Against Humanity. truthout.org Since the October 7 attacks by Hamas that killed 1,200 people in Israel, the Israeli occupying forces have killed more than 17,000 Palestinians, over 7,000 of them children, and wounded more than 46,000. Close to 1.9 million people — about 85 percent of Gaza's population — have been forced to flee their homes and squeeze into roughly one-third of the Gaza Strip. The vast majority of people in Gaza… |
(2023-12-10). Pro-Israel PACs Gear Up for Significant Spending to Oust Progressive Congress Members in 2024. truthout.org A November house vote to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) was the latest effort to counter members of the progressive "squad" by politicians backed by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. The squad, a group of eight lawmakers, mainly women, has been critical of Israeli policy and is calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Already one of the most influential political organizations in… |
(2023-12-10). Elephant Seal Deaths in Antarctica Raise Fears of Avian Flu Threatening Penguin Colonies. truthout.org In a further red flag for penguin populations in Antarctica, a new report reveals that hundreds of elephants seals have been found dead. While on the surface the two trends may seem unrelated, the chair of the Antarctic Wildlife Health Network, Dr. Meagan Dewar, told The Guardian on Friday that "at some sites we've had mass mortalities, where we are getting into the hundreds" when it comes to… |
(2023-12-10). African States Cancel Agreements With France. orinocotribune.com The military governments of Mali and Niger have each terminated treaties with France that allowed them to cooperate with the former colonial power on tax matters. The two West African countries announced the decision in a joint According to the statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Mali's foreign ministry, the Malian government is annulling a 1972 agreement with Paris aimed at avoiding double taxation and establishing rules of reciprocal assistance in various tax m…
(2023-12-10). Rockets Hit US Embassy in Baghdad Amid Rage Over Its Support for Israel. orinocotribune.com The US embassy in Baghdad has been targeted with rockets as anti-US sentiments run high in the country over Washington's staunch support for the ongoing Israeli genocide against Gazans. | Explosions were heard early on Friday near the Iraqi capital's heavily fortified Green Zone, which houses the embassy. | A US embassy spokesperson confirmed the attack, saying it did not result in any casualties. | An Iraqi security official said 14 Katyusha rockets were fired and that while some struck near one of the embassy's gates, others fell into the nearby Tigris river. | No group has claimed responsibility for the attack…
(2023-12-10). The Criminalization of U.S. Foreign Policy: The Life and Legacy of Henry Kissinger. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). México — La Cuarta Transformación y el Estado de Bienestar. globalizacion.ca Desde las primeras décadas del siglo veinte empezaron a tomar cuerpo una teoría y una práctica económicas que recibieron el nombre de Estado de Bienestar. Históricamente los primeros y máximos exponentes de estas dos nuevas ideas fueron los llamados países…
(2023-12-10). Refaat Alareer: eternal echoes of resilience from the Gaza Strip. mondoweiss.net 
Refaat harbored a profound aspiration — to change his world through teaching poetry, literature, and writing. That writing is a responsibility to ourselves and the world, that Gaza "writes back" as much as it fights back.
(2023-12-10). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 65: U.S. rushes arms to Israel as Palestinians announce over 250,000 homes destroyed in Gaza. mondoweiss.net 
The Biden administration bypasses congressional approval to rush an emergency arms sale to Israel as the WHO warns Gaza's health system is collapsing and the PA announces 25 percent of Gaza's urban space has been destroyed.
(2023-12-10). 'We Feared Our Government Would Kill Us And Blame Hamas'. popularresistance.org A recently released Israeli captive held in Gaza revealed that she feared Israel would kill her and others through indiscriminate shelling and then blame Hamas, Ynet reported on 6 December. | Menir Oz made the statement in a meeting between her and other recently released captives and their family members on the one hand, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his war cabinet on the other. | During the meeting, the released captives and family members expressed anger at Netanyahu for his war policy which put their lives in danger. | "I was there and I know how hard it is in captivity," said Menir. "Every day i…
(2023-12-10). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 63: Israeli Army Strips, Blindfolds Men. popularresistance.org Two months on, it is becoming more and more difficult to summarize in an article the sheer scope of violence, war crimes, and human rights violations being committed in Gaza in the span of a single day. | Horrifying images have emerged of Palestinian men stripped down to their underwear, blindfolded, handcuffed, and made to line up kneeling in the streets or in non descript lots. | Struggling to come up with any credible proof of military success in Gaza besides the slaughter of civilians, Israeli forces have claimed that the men are Hamas fighters who surrendered.
(2023-12-10). Villa Grimaldi, from horror to hope. pressenza.com On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the civil-military coup d'état, a commemorative event for International Human Rights Day will be held in the Villa Grimaldi Peace Park, next Sunday 10th December 2023, at 10am. | At the event, a plaque will be unveiled for the Humanist Party Deputy, Laura Rodríguez Riccomini, who served in the former 24th district of Peñalolén and La Reina, between 1990 and 1992. | With this Ceremony, a recognition will be made of the contribution of our Deputy, who, hearing the clamour of the neighbours of her district, carried out, on the one hand, nonviolent actions together with the…
(2023-12-10). Look at Gaza "Our Political Class Only Pays Lip Service to Human Rights'. expose-news.com Today, Sunday, December 10th, marks the 75th anniversary of the United Nations' endorsement of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This milestone arrives amidst a period where neglect and disdain for …
(2023-12-10). As US Vetoes Ceasefire Resolution, People Take The Streets For Palestine. popularresistance.org From Alaska to Florida, people in the US once again took to the streets en masse to demand a permanent ceasefire in Israel's war on Gaza and an end US aid to Israel. The Shut It Down for Palestine Coalition, composed of several organizations including the International Peoples' Assembly, the Palestinian Youth Movement, the ANSWER Coalition, and National Students for Justice in Palestine, called for a day of action on December 8, to continue putting pressure on Israel and the US one week after Israel resumed its genocidal violence against Gaza.
(2023-12-10). Grassroots Voices Censored At Global Health Conference. popularresistance.org The People's Health Movement (PHM) has been a regular participant of the Prince Mahidol Awards Conference (PMAC) since 2007. Activists from around the world have freely given their time, ideas, and support to bring a progressive civil society perspective to an event whose objective is, reportedly, "to bring together leading public health leaders and stakeholders from around the world to discuss high priority global health issues, summarize findings and propose concrete solutions and recommendations." | Over the years, PHM has contributed many hours of unpaid work for the PMAC, undertaking roles in the conference'
(2023-12-10). President-elect of Guatemala, Bernardo Arévalo, warns that "coup d'état" is underway. peoplesdispatch.org Guatemala's Prosecutor's Office announced on December 8 that the elections held this year which saw the victory of progressive Bernardo Arévalo de León, must be annulled due to alleged administrative irregularities of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal. The move comes after
(2023-12-10). Israel's onslaught drags U.S. Jewish life into the abyss. mondoweiss.net The Jewish establishment has been consigned to the support of genocide, and it has accepted that role eagerly. The effect on Judaism of this moral collapse is unfathomable.
(2023-12-10). "No NATO" for Ukraine, Ukrainian politician says. pressenza.com US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is pressuring European diplomats to cease any talks about Ukraine joining NATO, according to a member of Rada (the Ukrainian parliament), Oleksiy Goncharenko. This is no minor politician. The son of a former Odessa mayor, he is a member of the Ukrainian Permanent Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). The allegations were publicly made in a series of
(2023-12-10). The WHO Confirms that the Covid-19 PCR Test is Flawed: Estimates of "Positive Cases" are Meaningless. Both the Lockdown and the "Vaccine" Have No Scientific Basis. globalresearch.ca One year later the WHO retracts. They don't say "We Made a Mistake". It's carefully formulated. While they do not officially deny the validity of their misleading January 2020 guidelines, they recommend RT-PCR "Re-testing" (which everybody knows is an impossibility).
(2023-12-10). Richer countries seek to grab large swathes of land in Africa as "carbon credits" to offset their own carbon emissions — it's a colossal scam. expose-news.com As has become commonplace at such gatherings, the theme this week at the United Nations Climate Summit ("COP28") has been reducing carbon emissions. The underlying, more sinister theme is to reduce emissions …
(2023-12-10). An explosive new study describing "unintended immune responses" from mRNA injections has dropped a tactical nuke on Pfizer. expose-news.com Last Wednesday, The Telegraph published an article on a study that showed one in four who had Moderna or Pfizer Covid jabs experienced an unintended immune response. This "unintended immune response," The …
(2023-12-10). An explosive new study describing "unintended immune responses" from mRNA injections has dropped a tactical nuke on Pfizer. expose-news.com Last Wednesday, The Telegraph published an article on a study that showed one in four who had Moderna or Pfizer Covid jabs experienced unintended immune response. This "unintended immune response," The Telegraph …
(2023-12-10). Seventeen Covid Pandemic Lies We've Been Told. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). Climate Trace Detects Underreported Soaring Emissions. pressenza.com COP28, the UN Conference of the Parties in oil-rich Dubai, currently underway, will not resolve the issue of oil and gas companies agreeing to slow down oil production. On the contrary, all signals point to an increase according to formal plans already laid out by the industry, as stated by the International Energy Agency. Reuters November 2023 headline says it all: Global Fossil Fuel Production Plans Far Exceed Climate Targets. | Greenhouse gas emissions will continue to rip roar, snort, huff and puff higher ever higher post COP28. It's guaranteed. The oil companies insist upon it. And a new kid on the block nam…
(2023-12-10). The Pirate Stream: Dialectical Dissidents — Episode 22. thelastamericanvagabond.com Join us on today's episode of The Pirate Stream — Dialectical Dissidents. Pirate Stream Media is a new platform of dedicated content creators focused on circumventing the tightly controlled, manipulated, and outright censored media space of today (both corporate and independent media) with a commitment to objectivity, integrity, and a stark awareness of the two
(2023-12-10). Meadow of Peace: a place open to artists. pressenza.com Not far from Bordeaux, on the Route des Pyrénées, after Langon, more precisely in a place called La jeune France (young France), there is an extraordinary place, open to all and dedicated to peace. | It is in this park that Hervé, a peace activist, is going to organise a day on Sunday 14 April 2024 on the theme of Art and Peace. Everyone will be able to attend with a work of art dedicated to Peace. It is not necessary to be an experienced artist to participate, as everyone can create a work of art with their hands or their body: a song, a dance, a painting, a drawing, a sculpture, etc. | Participation is free, so…
(2023-12-10). Sheikh Hasina hints at dealing with sanctions after the election. pressenza.com Looming threats of sanctions on labour issues have raised eyebrows among the government, policymakers, garment entrepreneurs and industrial bodies. | Most ready-made garments (RMG) factories have failed or partially implemented international compliance and ethical practices, which has ignited labour unrest. | Recently, Bangladesh has witnessed intense labour unrest and violent protests related to wage disputes in the garment industry. The dispute on fair wages for RMG workers has sparked widespread protests demanding against the government's Wage Board decision to increase BDT 12,500 ($113) per month for garment…
(2023-12-10). US Hospitals Getting Paid More to Label Cause of Death as 'Coronavirus'. globalresearch.ca Important article and interview. | Points to the over-counting of alleged Covid 19 deaths. | First published on April 15, 2020. | Among 2020 Most Popular Articles | *** | Senator Scott Jensen represents Minnesota. He's also a doctor. He appeared on Fox News with …
(2023-12-10). Ethnic cleansing of Muslims from Uttarakhand gets national attention. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba The hill state of Uttarakhand is the first state in India where a systematic campaign for ethnic cleansing of the Muslims is gathering momentum but this facet of Indian reality is hardly pricking the national consciousness. No one is calling for 'national chintan' which is necessary because today 14 percent of …
(2023-12-10). Manipur: 8 militants held with arms; student rescued from their clutches. muslimmirror.com Imphal : A day after he was abducted, the Manipur Police on Saturday rescued a 22-year-old student and arrested eight kidnappers who are active members of a militant outfit in the northeastern state, an official said. A police officer said that Laishram Chinglen Singh was abducted from the hostel of DM College of Science on …
(2023-12-10). Muslim personal law says women have share in inheritance: Scholars. muslimmirror.com Lucknow : Islamic scholars have said that Muslim personal law mandates that women — mother, sister, wife, daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, stepsister, grandmother, and great-grandmother — should get shares in inheritance as directed by the holy Quran. Islamic scholar Maulana Nasrullah Nadwi, while speaking at a conference of Tafheem-e-Shariat (Understanding of Shariyat), organised under the aegis …
(2023-12-10). Muslim personal law says women have share in inheritance: Scholars. muslimmirror.com Islamic scholars have said that Muslim personal law mandates that women — mother, sister, wife, daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, stepsister, grandmother, and great-grandmother — should get shares in inheritance as directed by the holy Quran. Islamic scholar Maulana Nasrullah Nadwi, while speaking at a conference of Tafheem-e-Shariat (Understanding of Shariyat), organised under the aegis of All …
(2023-12-10). Palestinian president charges US of being accomplice to Israel's genocide crimes by using veto in UNSC. muslimmirror.com RAMALLAH, Palestine : Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday condemned the US for using its veto to block a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, describing the move immoral and holding Washington accountable for the bloodshed of Palestinian children and women, as well as an accomplice with Israel in genocide …
(2023-12-10). Train firing: RPF constable's wife denies communal motive. muslimmirror.com Mumbai : The wife of dismissed Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable Chetansinh Chaudhary who is accused of shooting dead his senior colleague and three passengers on a moving train on Saturday said a "communal angle" should not be linked to her husband's alleged crime. Chaudhary was mentally ill for the past two years, his wife …
(2023-12-10). US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate Gaza cease-fire. muslimmirror.com WASHINGTON : The US vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution on Friday that demanded an immediate cease-fire to halt the ongoing bloodshed in the Gaza Strip as the death toll continues to mount. The text, which was co-sponsored by nearly 100 UN member states, received the support of 13 Security Council members. The United …
(2023-12-10). Essequibo Dispute: Venezuela and Guyana Agree on Presidential Meeting. orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-10). Globalize the Intifada: Regional resistance, international struggle and Palestinian liberation on the 36th anniversary of the great Intifada. samidoun.net 
Amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza carried out by the Zionist regime and the heroic resistance of the Palestinian people, December 7-9 2023 marks the 36th anniversary of the launch of the great popular Palestinian Intifada of 1987, one of the longest sustained grassroots uprisings in history and an example, like today's battle, of the …
(2023-12-10). Leaders of Venezuela and Guyana to meet amid border dispute. america.cgtn.com 
The leaders of Venezuela and Guyana have agreed to face-to-face talks this week amid a long-running border dispute that's taken on newfound urgency.
(2023-12-10). Social Worker Shortage Looms If Field Keeps Relying on Unpaid Student Labor. truthout.org Anyone who has ever interacted with New York City's vast social welfare system has probably come into contact with a social work student. For those who haven't, it might come as a surprise that much of the case management, housing stabilization, crisis intervention and counseling services for people who are low-income, criminal legal system-involved, experiencing homelessness, or disabled… |
(2023-12-10). Incarcerated Women Suffered Harms in University of Pennsylvania-led Medical Experiments. truthout.org As reported this summer by Prism, the notorious experiments conducted by University of Pennsylvania dermatologist Albert Kligman at Philadelphia's Holmesburg Prison have been under renewed scrutiny as former test participants speak out. Discussions about the experimentation that took place throughout Philadelphia's prison system have joined larger demands for reparations and conversations about… |
(2023-12-10). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 16.800 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-10). Realizan protestas en COP28 a favor de alto el fuego en Gaza. telesurtv.net Según medios internacionales, cientos de personas participaron en la manifestación, considerada la mayor realizada en el contexto del evento.
(2023-12-10). Sube a 17.700 cifra de asesinados por ataques israelíes en Gaza. telesurtv.net El número de heridos se elevó a 48.780 personas. Este viernes las tropas de ocupación ultimaron a al menos 300 civiles.
(2023-12-10). México llama a respetar resultados de comicios en Guatemala. telesurtv.net La diplomacia mexicana expresó su rechazo a "cualquier acción en detrimento del orden constitucional".
(2023-12-10). Venezuela y Guyana se reunirán sin interferencia de actores externos. telesurtv.net La reunión tendrá lugar el próximo 14 de diciembre, en San Vicente y las Granadinas, a las 10H00 hora local. Fue convenida por ambos países en el seno de la Celac.
(2023-12-10). Rechazan el veto de EE.UU. en el Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU. telesurtv.net El jefe de la ONU para los refugiados de Palestina (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, señaló que es la "hora más oscura" en la historia de la organización.
(2023-12-10). Decenas de miles de palestinos desplazados se quedan sin refugio en Rafah. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de ocupación israelíes han emitido avisos de evacuación a varios palestinos en el área de la Puerta de Marruecos en la Ciudad Vieja de Jerusalén.
(2023-12-10). Derrumbe de un muro deja siete muertos en el norte de India. telesurtv.net Tres mujeres y un niño perdieron la vida después de que un muro se derrumbara sobre ellos cuando participaban en una boda.
(2023-12-10). Franja de Gaza es el lugar más peligroso del mundo para los niños. telesurtv.net Unicef advirtió sobre la situación precaria de los menores de edad en Gaza y exigió un inmediato cese al fuego humanitario.
(2023-12-10). Guyana y ExxonMobil tendrán que sentarse a dialogar con Venezuela. telesurtv.net Presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, reivindica el Acuerdo de Ginebra como medio para solucionar el conflicto.
(2023-12-10). Dos fallecidos tras fuertes lluvias en Angra dos Reis, sureste de Brasil. telesurtv.net Un total de 300 personas quedaron sin hogar. Se registran durante una madrugada 250 mm, lo calculado para todo el mes de diciembre.
(2023-12-10). Cuba frustra plan violento de terroristas radicados en EE.UU. telesurtv.net Ministerio del Interior detuvo e investiga a grupo de personas vinculadas a planes para realizar acciones terroristas y desestabilizadoras durante las celebraciones de fin de año…
(2023-12-10). Cuba rechaza veto cómplice de EE.UU. con crímenes de guerra de Israel. telesurtv.net Presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel cuestiona veto de Washington a propuesta de alto el fuego en la Franja de Gaza, tras 63 días de brutal agresión israelí.
(2023-12-10). Hezbulá ataca bases israelíes en rechazo a asedio a Gaza. telesurtv.net
(2023-12-10). Desbordamiento de ríos en Ecuador deja 400 damnificados. telesurtv.net En días pasados, se realizó una reunión del Comité de Operaciones de Emergencia Cantonal, para articular acciones y atender a los damnificados.
(2023-12-10). Salvadoreños recuerdan a victimas de la masacre de El Mozote. telesurtv.net En el acto para recordar la masacre de El Mozote participaron familiares de sobrevivientes que clamaron por justicia inmediata.
(2023-12-10). Defensores de DD.HH. que dejaron su huella en el mundo. telesurtv.net La Declaración Universal de los Derechos Humanos, es el documento que establece los derechos humanos fundamentales que deben protegerse en el mundo entero.
(2023-12-10). Cámara de Diputados de Bolivia aprueba Presupuesto del Estado. telesurtv.net La propuesta aprobada prevé un crecimiento del 3,71 por ciento del PIB, lo que representa un aumento de 3.000 millones de dólares con respecto al presupuesto del año 2023.
(2023-12-10). Tornados en Tennessee, EE.UU. dejan al menos seis muertos. telesurtv.net Equipos de emergencia mantienen las labores de búsqueda y rescate para constatar la existencia de más víctimas, entre muertos o heridos.
(2023-12-10). Presidentes ruso y egipcio debaten sobre situación en Palestina. telesurtv.net Los mandatarios reconocieron la necesidad de alcanzar un alto el fuego y una "solución justa e integral" a la cuestión palestina.
(2023-12-10). Israel ataca más de 250 supuestos objetivos de Hamás en 24 horas. telesurtv.net Los nuevos bombardeos israelíes contra la ciudad palestina de Khan Yunis dejó un saldo de diez palestinos muertos y decenas de heridos.
(2023-12-10). Represión policial deja tres detenidos en el sur de Perú. telesurtv.net Los agentes policiales reprimieron al grupo de manifestantes cuando intentaban bloquear un sector de la carretera Panamericana.
(2023-12-10). Gustavo Petro denuncia una nueva amenaza de muerte en su contra. telesurtv.net El mandatario colombiano pidió al Ministerio Público iniciar las diligencias contra el ciudadano que aparece en un video, amenazando también a su familia…
(2023-12-10). Reportan cinco muertos y 36 heridos por accidente de bus en Perú. telesurtv.net La Policía Nacional del Perú señaló que el accidente del bus de pasajeros fue reportado sobre las 23H30 (hora local).
(2023-12-10). Tropas israelíes matan a tres jóvenes palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Mahmoud Abu Haniya, de 17 años, fue ultimado a tiros por las fuerzas israelíes en la ciudad de Azzun, Qalqilya ocupada.
(2023-12-10). NHS Under Fire: Whistleblower Claims Patients Were Unjustly Euthanized to Falsely Inflate COVID Pandemic Toll. expose-news.com An NHS whistleblower, who wishes to remain anonymous, has come forward with allegations that the NHS hospitals were not overwhelmed during the Covid-19 pandemic, as was reported by authorities and the mainstream …
(2023-12-10). Voting for Egypt's presidential election kicks off. independent.co.ug 
CAIRO, EGYPT | Xinhua | Voting for Egypt's presidential election began at 9: 00 a.m. local time (0700 GMT) on Sunday in Egypt, with four candidates contesting, including incumbent President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi. Voting spans from Dec. 10 to Dec. 12, with each day allowing 12 hours to cast ballots. Overseas Egyptian voters had previously cast their …
(2023-12-10). 23rd EAC trade fair opens new market horizons for artisans. independent.co.ug 
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA | Xinhua | The opening ceremony of the 23rd edition of the East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) trade Fair was held on Friday in the Burundian capital Bujumbura, said a statement. The statement by the EAC headquarters in Tanzania's northern city of Arusha noted the event, …
(2023-12-10). Alcohol dealers cite loopholes in new bill. independent.co.ug 
The issue of alcohol has an economic, social and health impact on society and we must strike a balance in the bill Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Alcohol Industry Association has brought to the attention of the Minister of State for Investment Evelyn Anite and the Minister of State for Trade David Bahati …
(2023-12-10). Interview: China-EU Summit strengthens mutual political trust, says Croatia's former president. independent.co.ug 
ZAGREB | Xinhua |The summit of China and the European Union (EU) is significant for strengthening mutual political trust and bilateral cooperation and further efforts need to be made to improve bilateral ties, Croatia's former president Ivo Josipovic told Xinhua in an interview. The China-EU Summit was an opportunity work towards restoring mutual political trust …
(2023-12-10). Liverpool go top with Crystal Palace win, Aston Villa claim Arsenal scalp. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Liverpool went top of the Premier League on Saturday following their 2-1 win away to Crystal Palace and Aston Villa's 1-0 defeat of Arsenal. Mohamed Salah scored his 200th Liverpool goal as Jurgen Klopp's side sneaked a late win away to 10-man Crystal Palace in the first game of the …
(2023-12-10). MTN Uganda empowers 1,400 learners with special needs. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Foundation's Digital Access for Inclusion program has opened the doors of technology to nearly 1,400 learners with disabilities across five schools in Uganda this year, marking a significant investment of Shs800 million. The impact of the program reverberates across different regions, with Salama School for the Blind and Masaka …
(2023-12-10). Parliament renews commitment to fight corruption. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The Leadership of Parliament renewed its commitment to the fight against corruption in what the Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, referred to as 'checking ourselves first'. Tayebwa said the institution is ready to deal with corrupt tendencies among its members, should they be found guilty as they discharge their duties. "As …
(2023-12-10). Security forces kill 5 terrorists in NW Pakistan. independent.co.ug 
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN | Xinhua | Pakistani security forces have killed five terrorists during an operation in the country's northwest Tank district, the military said. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan army, said in a statement that the forces conducted an intelligence-based operation on Friday in the Mullazai area of the …
(2023-12-10). She Cranes to Participate in Vitality Netball Nations Cup, Wales Test Series. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Netball Normalization Committee has confirmed that Uganda National Netball Team She Cranes will participate in a Test Series with Wales in January in Cardiff. This was confirmed on Thursday by the Committee Chairperson Moses Mwase in a press statement. In addition to the Wales Test Series, Mwase disclosed …
(2023-12-10). Uganda Baati makes case for quality roofing solutions as rain rages. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The current rains across the country should remind Ugandans to always embrace the right roofing solutions, Uganda Baati has said in a statement. "As the rains continue, Uganda Baati urges all Ugandans to prioritize their well-being by embracing quality roofing solutions. By partnering with Uganda Baati, you gain the …
(2023-12-10). LEVER WEEKLY: "We're Talking Five Million People That Could Potentially Be Monitored" levernews.com
(2023-12-10). Around 100,000 protest in London against US and UK support for Israel's genocide in Gaza. wsws.org Of sitting Labour MPs only Apsana Begum and John McDonnell were on the platform. Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, who now sits as an Independent, again refused to even name Sir Keir Starmer or the Labour Party as supporters of genocide.
(2023-12-10). University of California Irvine targets students opposing genocide in Gaza. wsws.org UC Irvine is targeting students and their organizations who oppose the Genocide in Gaza persued by Israel, threatning their academic and professional future with serious accusations of student misconduct.
(2023-12-10). Behind the "revival" of the Parti Québécois: as class struggle mounts, ruling class intensifies anti-immigrant chauvinism. wsws.org Faced with a resurgence of class struggle, sections of the ruling class are seeking to revive the political party that has historically been used to divert and derail the militant struggles of Quebec workers with the crucial assistance of its allies in the trade union bureaucracy.
(2023-12-10). Video report: Workers and youth speak to WSWS at London, UK demonstration against genocide in Gaza. wsws.org WSWS reporters spoke to some of those attending Saturday's protest in London against Israel's genocidal onslaught on Gaza.
(2023-12-10). This week in history: December 11-17. wsws.org This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago and 100 years ago.
(2023-12-10). "Is the Virus Fictitious"? Laboratories in US Can't Find COVID-19 in One of 1,500 Positive Tests. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). EU reaches agreement on landmark artificial intelligence law. pressenza.com European Union (EU) lawmakers and member states reached an agreement on rules governing artificial intelligence (AI). | "Historic! The EU becomes the first continent to set clear rules for the use of AI," European internal market commissioner Thierry Breton said on Friday night after the conclusion of talks that began on Wednesday. | Breton added on social networking site X, formerly Twitter, that "the AI law is much more than a rulebook, it is a launch pad for EU start-ups and researchers to lead the global AI race". | The European Commission said in a statement in the early hours of Saturday morning that it wel…
(2023-12-11). Weapons Israel Tests On Palestinians Will Be Used Against All Of Us. popularresistance.org The Palestinians are human laboratory rats to the Israeli military intelligence services and arms and technology industries. Israel's drones, surveillance technology including spyware, facial recognition software, and biometric gathering infrastructure, along with smart fences, experimental bombs, and AI-controlled machine guns are all tried out on the captive population in Gaza, often with lethal results. These weapons and technologies are then certified as "battle-tested" and sold around the world. | Israel is the tenth largest arms dealer on the planet and sells its technology and weapons to an estimated 130 n…
(2023-12-11). Houthis enforce embargo on ships heading to or leaving Israel. peoplesdispatch.org The Houthi-led government in Yemen announced that it had forced an Israel-bound ship to turn back as it was sailing through the Red Sea in violation of the warnings issued on Saturday…
(2023-12-11). Letter by academics across the globe raises concerns over the ICC's inaction on Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org In a open letter addressed to State Parties, law professors from different parts of the world raise objections on lack of transparency, discrimination, and selective decisions on the situation of Palestine…
(2023-12-11). Russia readies for a brave new world. peoplesdispatch.org Ukraine will remain a priority issue for Russia and that is one main reason why the Russian elite and the nation at large want Putin to remain in power until 2030…
(2023-12-11). Black American-Owned Businesses Only Received 1% Of $665 Billion In Federal Contracts, Under Biden. moguldom.com In recent years, federal tech procurement has evolved to make it easier for government agencies to acquire new products and technologies from outside contractors. However, despite these changes, Black-owned businesses are still left out. In the fiscal year 2022, the federal government spent approximately $665 billion on federal contracts, accounting for 10% of the federal …
(2023-12-11). Israel Used US-Supplied White Phosphorous in Attack on Southern Lebanon. news.antiwar.com Israel used US-provided white phosphorous munitions in an attack on southern Lebanon that wounded nine civilians, The Washington Post reported on Monday. White phosphorous can be used by militaries as a smokescreen or as an incendiary chemical weapon that can burn buildings or human skin on contact, in some cases all the way to the …
(2023-12-11). More Reflections on Multipolarity. orinocotribune.com By Hanna Eid — Dec 7, 2023 | An analysis of Samir Amin's four criteria in "National States: What is the Way Forward?" | The four criteria of a 'reliable' multipolar world, as posited by Samir Amin are as follows: Europe should chart an independent path from the Atlanticist one it has treaded for 400 years, China should redouble its efforts at socialist construction intentionally, the countries of the South should revive the Bandung legacy of a 'united front', and a reorganization of national and international systems of rights. | In this article, I hope to revisit these four criteria in light of new interna…
(2023-12-11). Venezuela's Foreign Minister Thanks CELAC and CARICOM for Supporting Dialogue with Guyana. orinocotribune.com CELAC and CARICOM helped to bring about the high-level meeting between the presidents of Venezuela and Guyana on December 14. | Venezuela's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil, thanked the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) for the efforts these organizations took to promote dialogue between Venezuela and Guyana. | The chancellor emphasized that the intervention of both multilateral bodies made possible the high-level meeting to be held by presidents Nicolás Maduro and Irfaan Ali next Thursday, December 14, in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. | In a m…
(2023-12-11). UK Special Forces secretly operated in Ukraine, says Polish journalist. mronline.org 
Special forces operators of UK were embedded with Ukrainian troops in the early days of the conflict, Declassified UK reported on Wednesday, citing the newly published book by Polish journalist Zbigniew Parafianowicz.
(2023-12-11). 'Pharmanomics: How Big Pharma Destroys Global Health' — book review. mronline.org Pharmanomics is an important book that shows how Big Pharma's profit seeking damages health care globally, but the solution lies outside the current system, argues John Clarke…
(2023-12-11). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 66: Israel attacks ambulances, medics in Gaza; people across the world join strike for Palestine. mondoweiss.net 
Palestinians have called for a global strike on Monday as Israel continues to kill Palestinians by the thousands, refusing a ceasefire as analysts warn a miscalculation could trigger a regional war.
(2023-12-11). Black People won't be silenced about Israel. mronline.org It is a bad sign when the leader of the United States Senate sounds something like an actress with bizarre feelings of entitlement.
(2023-12-11). Africans Should Expel all American Biolaboratories. orinocotribune.com 
By Batko Milacic — Dec 8, 2023 | In the early 21st century, new concerns about bioweapons being used to generate terror and also with a series of newly emerging or newly understood disease-causing microbes have resulted in infections and deaths of workers studying these microbes in the laboratory, generally to gain understanding and to develop treatments and vaccines. Here, five examples are summarized: 1) smallpox virus escaped from a UK laboratory where it was being maintained and stored, 2) the 2014 infections and deaths of five researchers who were isolating West African Ebola virus for deoxyribonucleic…
(2023-12-11). ASI gets till Dec 18 to submit Gyanvapi mosque survey report. muslimmirror.com Varanasi : Varanasi District Judge Ajay Krishna Vishvesha has given one more week to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and asked the agency to file the report of its scientific study and survey of the Gyanvapi mosque on December 18. This is the seventh extension granted to the ASI by the District Judge's court …
(2023-12-11). Netanyahu, Putin speak for first time since Israel-Hamas war. muslimmirror.com Jerusalem : Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke on the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin for the first time since the raging war in Gaza broke out on October 7. During the call on Sunday, Netanyahu appreciated the Russian effort to release an Israeli-Russian citizen held by the Hamas, reaffirming that the Jewish nation …
(2023-12-11). UNGA set to hold emergency meeting on Gaza tomorrow. muslimmirror.com United Nations : The UN General Assembly (UNGA) will hold an emergency meeting on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Gaza, a top official confirmed. "President of the UN General Assembly, Dennis Francis, has just informed member states that he will convene the 45th plenary meeting of the tenth Emergency Special Session of the General …
(2023-12-11). ExxonMobil Wants to Start a War in Latin America. orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-10). Thursday 12/14: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: Santa Rosa Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Courthouse Square | 3rd St | Santa Rosa, CA…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Davis City Council Meeting. indybay.org Community Chambers | 23 Russell Blvd | Davis, CA…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Peace Vigil — Call for Ceasefire + Diplomacy Not More Weapons for Ukraine or Israel! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2023-12-10). Read the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Monday Dec 11 @ noon outside City Hall! indybay.org Please join the SF Gray Panthers in a public reading the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (www.un.org/en/about-us/universal-declaration-of-human-rights) on Monday, December 11, 2023 @ noon on the steps on the Polk Street side of SF City Hall! (In cooperation with the office of SF Board of Supervisor Dean Preston). For more information, please email us at ! -SF Gray Panthers…
(2023-12-10). Comicomment: Tragic wave of mass shootings set grim U.S. record. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). China's third C919 aircraft delivered to China Eastern Airlines. ecns.cn Coded B-919D, the third C919 large jetliner arrives at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, December 9, 2023.The third of China's self-developed large C919 jetliners was delivered to China Eastern Airlines in Shanghai on Saturday.
(2023-12-10). China sends 500th Long March rocket into space. ecns.cn China used a Long March 2D carrier rocket on Sunday morning to place several remote-sensing satellites into space, marking the 500th launch of the Long March family.
(2023-12-10). China, Europe hold conference on innovation, clean energy. ecns.cn The China-Europe Science and Technology Innovation Day &2023 China-Europe Clean Energy Industry Innovation Cooperation Conference was held recently in Beijing.The China-Europe Science and Technology Innovation Day &2023 China-Europe Clean Energy Industry Innovation Cooperation Conference, focusing on the fields of clean energy such as wind, solar, storage, and hydrogen, was held recently in Beijing.
(2023-12-10). China's largest onshore wind power base at full-capacity production. ecns.cn China's largest onshore wind power base starts full-capacity production in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Sunday.China's largest onshore wind power base starts full-capacity production in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Sunday, said its operator China General Nuclear Power Corporation.
(2023-12-10). Global conference on best practice of carbon neutrality held during COP28. ecns.cn A forum on low-carbon transport and new energy vehicles attracts over 70 attendants on Dec 5, 2023 at the China Pavilion at the COP28 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.
(2023-12-10). Lee: DC polls the 'final piece in patriots governing Hong Kong'. ecns.cn Sunday's District Council Ordinary Election is the last jigsaw in the full implementation of the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong", and the voting is pertinent to every resident in the city, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Sunday morning.
(2023-12-10). Renewable investment urged at COP28. ecns.cn China is indispensable for the world's green transformation, considering the remarkable achievements the country has made in the renewables sector, international experts said on the sidelines of the COP28 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
(2023-12-10). Digital sector roadmap to aid recovery. ecns.cn Tech firms urged to hike investments in basic research, strategic fields | China's efforts to boost its digital economy and platform companies, and speed up the integration of the digital and real economy will foster new growth drivers and inject strong impetus into the country's economic recovery amid downward pressure, experts and company executives said. | Highlighting that the digital economy has become a new driver in promoting industrial upgrade, they said Chinese tech enterprises should step up investments in state-of-the-art technologies, basic research and strategic forward-looking areas, as well as furt…
(2023-12-10). China Coast Guard controls Philippine vessels. ecns.cn China Coast Guard has lawfully taken control measures against three vessels of the Philippine bureau of fisheries and aquatic resources intruding into waters near Huangyan Island on Saturday, a brief statement said.
(2023-12-10). China, Vietnam eye closer people-to-people bonds. ecns.cn Within the framework of the 15th Vietnam-China International Trade and Tourism Fair, an antiphonal singing exchange activity was held on Beilun River, the border river between China and Vietnam, on November 30. | Chinese and Vietnamese singers performed songs praising the close friendship between the people of the two countries.
(2023-12-10). Cradle of Civilization: Xiongjialing Dam. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). In Numbers: What has China done to address global climate challenges. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). Food Safari in Yunnan | Yiliang roast duck. ecns.cn When rail lies in repose, it tells the stories of Yiliang over the past century. Nothing more than Yiliang roast duck can stimualte the natural desire to eat for its inviting appearance, and its elemental smell.
(2023-12-10). China launches Zhuque-2 carrier rocket for three satellites. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). Street interview: Residents expect China and Europe to strengthen cooperation. ecns.cn The 24th China-European Union (EU) Summit was held in the Chinese capital of Beijing on Thursday."ÄÄ"ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). World's longest highway tunnel under construction makes new progress in Xinjiang. ecns.cn The tunnel boring machine (TBM) in the middle drift in the exit section of the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel achieved an advance of 11,028 meters on Friday, marking major progress made during the construction of the exit section of the tunnel in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, which is the longest highway tunnel currently under construction in the world. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). CATL to open int'l headquarters, R%26D center in Hong Kong. ecns.cn China's battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Hong Kong Science Park on Thursday.
(2023-12-10). China launches new remote sensing satellite. ecns.cn China on Sunday launched a Long March-2D carrier rocket, placing a remote sensing satellite in space.
(2023-12-10). Food Safari in Yunnan | Yiliang Kanglang fish. ecns.cn The Yunnan-Vietnam Railway was officially opened in1910, and the whistle of the meter gauge train sounded the horn for Yunnan to move towards modern society. For a hundred years, cities along the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway have formed their own culinary culture through the fusion of cultural features. They are shining like stars on the land of Yunnan…
(2023-12-10). Artist Cai Guoqiang creates firework display in E China's Fujian. ecns.cn Over 3,000 drones and over 15,000 fireworks shells lit up the night in Quanzhou, east China's Fujian Province on Friday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). Ralph Nader on Israeli Government's War Crimes — Enabled & Defended by Biden & Congress. scheerpost.com 
By Ralph Nader / Nader.org The humiliation of the U.S. government, which is actively complicit in providing the weaponry, funding, and UN vetoes backing the Israeli government's attack on the civilian Palestinians/Arabs in tiny Gaza, is in plain view daily. All in the name of the unasked American people and taxpayers. Earlier this week, at …
(2023-12-10). Cultural and Communicational Decolonization. orinocotribune.com By Fernando Buen Abad Domínguez — Dec 7, 2023 | Without the organization of culture and communication within our community, our best decolonizing efforts occur as islands of "good intentions," even if they are educated, ingenious, and passionate. There is no correct practical application without correct organization. That is a major weakness and an urgent current task. What should such a community organized against symbolic manipulation look like? Perhaps we do not know it completely, but it is inexcusable to know how we do not want it to be, [without considering what it should be.] That is why we need a se…
(2023-12-10). The Forcible Transfer of 85% of Palestinians in Gaza Is a Crime Against Humanity. truthout.org Since the October 7 attacks by Hamas that killed 1,200 people in Israel, the Israeli occupying forces have killed more than 17,000 Palestinians, over 6,000 of them children, and wounded more than 46,000. Close to 1.9 million people — about 85 percent of Gaza's population — have been forced to flee their homes and squeeze into roughly one-third of the Gaza Strip. The vast majority of people in Gaza… |
(2023-12-10). Letter To NEA President and Officers On Palestine. indybay.org NEA members are circulating a letter to the NEA president and officers on Palestine.
(2023-12-10). Rally with Youth Voices for Humanity. indybay.org High School students organized to invite people to join hands and stand in support of human rights of all children, regardless of their race, religion or ethnicity.
(2023-12-11). The Chris Hedges Report: The Weapons Israel Tests on Palestinians Will Be Used Against All of Us. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-11). Zionist Suppression in Congress. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-11). US Blocks Gaza Peace Proposal at UN for 3rd Time, Holding World Hostage. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-11). West Bank General Strike Kicks Off Global Protest Against Israel's War on Gaza. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-11). An Introvert's Field Guide to Friendship: Thoreau on the Challenges and Rewards of the Art of Connection. transcend.org Friendship is the sunshine of life — the quiet radiance that makes our lives not only livable but worth living.
(2023-12-11). COP28 UAE — Joint Statement on Climate, Nature and People. transcend.org 9 Dec 2023 – {From TMS Editor: Key terms and themes not addressed, conspicuously left out: Fossil Fuel, Energy, Oil, Gasoline, Petrol, Petroleum, Methane, Air Pollution, Marine Pollution, CO2, Deforestation, Pentagon/Military Footprint, US Wars, Billionaires' airplanes/yachts (did I miss anything?)}…
(2023-12-11). Damning Analysis: Short-Selling Deluge Suggests Prior Knowledge of Oct 7 Hamas Incursions. transcend.org 6 Dec 2023 – The totality of evidence continues to make mincemeat of the official story that the Israeli government — home of the most vaunted national security apparatus on Earth, engaged in constant, near-total surveillance of the Gaza Strip — was caught unawares on October 7.
(2023-12-11). EU Reaches Agreement on Landmark Artificial Intelligence Law. transcend.org 10 Dec 2023 – European Union lawmakers and member states reached an agreement on rules governing artificial intelligence. "Historic! The EU becomes the first continent to set clear rules for the use of AI."
(2023-12-11). False Flag] Israel Knew Hamas's Attack Plan More Than a Year Ago. transcend.org
(2023-12-11). For Refaat Alareer: A Tribute. transcend.org 9 Dec 2023 – They killed a poet in Gaza on Wednesday [6 Dec]. Well, as much as you can kill a poet, anyway. Plus: A Tribute, by Max Blumenthal…
(2023-12-11). Genocide in Pictures: Worth a Trillion Words. transcend.org GAZA and WEST BANK, 11 Dec 2023…
(2023-12-11). Genocide — The Gaze from the Abyss. transcend.org 7 Dec 2023 – In October, we discussed the corporate media invention of so-called 'disinformation experts'. Although journalists are 'working within profit-maximising, billionaire-owned, advertiser-dependent, government-subsidised media, they are nevertheless exposing "disinformation" without the slightest trace of bias'.
(2023-12-11). How Israel Uses an AI Genocide Program to Obliterate Gaza. transcend.org 6 Dec 2023 – According to whistleblowers, Israel's AI system is generating targets so fast, based on inputs so broad, that everyone in Gaza is in the crosshairs.
(2023-12-11). If I Must Die. transcend.org If I must die, | you must live | to tell my story | to sell my things…
(2023-12-11). Inside a Southern Gaza Hospital: Screaming Orphaned Children, Amputee Toddlers and The Stench of Rotting Flesh. transcend.org 8 Dec 2023 – As Israel expands its ground assault into Khan Younis, a surgeon at the European Hospital describes desperately trying to treat a relentless stream of wounded children as critical supplies run out. | Warning: this article contains distressing detail about people's injuries.
(2023-12-11). Israel's Genocide: Hate Speech or Truth-Telling? transcend.org The violence unleashed since 8 Oct is only partially directed at Hamas although for credibility reasons this is what Israeli spokespersons emphasize and receives most of the attention… We are left with the imperative of protecting free speech, especially in calling genocide genocide, and with a challenge to take all responsible action to end this scourge.
(2023-12-11). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 65: U.S. Rushes Arms to Israel as Palestinians Announce Over 250,000 Homes Destroyed in Gaza. transcend.org 10 Dec 2023 – 17,400+ killed and 46,000 wounded in the Gaza Strip. | 274 Palestinians killed in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem…
(2023-12-11). Peacebuilding During a Time of War? Bottom-Up Peacebuilding Between Israelis and Palestinians. transcend.org While the world focuses on the human tragedy of the conflict between Israel and Hamas, there are hundreds of organizations and thousands of individuals actively working to build peace. Peace News spoke to some of these peacebuilders to understand their experience during this war.
(2023-12-11). Record Number of Fossil Fuel Lobbyists at COP28. transcend.org 5 Dec 2023 – At least 2456 fossil fuel lobbyists have been granted access to the COP28 summit in Dubai, signalling an unprecedented presence at crucial climate talks from representatives of some of the world's biggest polluters.
(2023-12-11). Socialism's Self-Criticism and Real Democracy. transcend.org 5 Dec 2023 – Democracy is incompatible with class-divided economic systems. Masters rule in slavery, lords in feudalism, and employers in capitalism. Whatever forms of government coexist with class-divided economic systems, the hard reality is that one class rules the other.
(2023-12-11). The Evil Israel Does Is the Evil Israel Gets. transcend.org 8 Dec 2023 – Israel's settler colonial project perpetuates the cycle of violence against the indigenous inhabitants of historic Palestine. Palestinians have been forced to speak back in the language Israel speaks. Make no mistake: Karma is a bitch; what goes around comes around.
(2023-12-11). The Forgotten (Part 4): President Bashar-al-Assad, Syrian Civil War Chief Peace Disruptor. transcend.org "The Syrian War has effectively demonstrated that under violent conditions there is total stripping of Dignity, even in Death, while the perpetrators of crimes against humanity are thriving unaccountably, in a pseudo-civilised manner. Unfortunately, this trend has been repeatedly perpetuated in the 21st century, on a regular basis, disrupting Peace."
(2023-12-11). The 'Greater Israel' Scheme and Its Global Power Play: A Delusional Recipe for Armageddon. transcend.org 6 Dec 2023 – In 1996, a nest of American-born imperialists created a new think tank called "The Project for a New American Century." The principled aim hinged on a new "Pearl Harbor moment" to justify regime-change wars in the Middle East, but a secondary part of the formula involved the dominance of "Greater Israel."
(2023-12-11). The War on Gaza and the Crisis of Zionism. transcend.org Don't these disproportionate civilian casualties and exaggerated analogies suggest that the real motives for the continuing slaughter of Palestinians are a combination of fear and revenge, supported by a tribal sentiment that one of "us" is worth ten, a hundred, or a thousand of "them"?>
(2023-12-11). TMS Holidays Fundraising—'Please, don't let us sink!'. transcend.org Dear reader and supporter, this is a rather emotional appeal. We need your cooperation to stay afloat. Contributions from readers continue dwindling. Meanwhile, the war industry thrives. Our mottoes, Peace by Peaceful Means — Solutions-Oriented Peace Journalism are from TMS co-founder Johan Galtung. Not merely mottoes but ways of living. Thank you!
(2023-12-11). UN Secretary-General António Guterres' Urgent Letter to UNSC over Gaza. transcend.org 6 Dec 2023 – I am writing under Article 99 of the UN Charter to bring to the attention of the Security Council a matter that may aggravate existing threats to the maintenance of international peace and security. More than eight weeks of hostilities in Gaza and Israel have created appalling human suffering, physical destruction and collective trauma across Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
(2023-12-11). What Kind of World Do We Want to Live in? Dona Nobis Pacem. transcend.org According to the UN, 2022 was the year with the greatest number and longest-lasting armed conflicts and wars in the world since the end of the WWII. This year the situation will be even worse and there are no signs that this may calm down any time soon.
(2023-12-11). What Time's 2023 Person of the Year Reveals about the West. transcend.org 7 Dec 2023 – Each year, editors of Time magazine choose a person, group, idea, or object that made the most impact on the world. This year's winner is US singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. The choice is totally valid; it speaks volumes about the current state of the Western world.
(2023-12-11). Why Journalists Must Speak Out about Gaza. transcend.org 7 Dec 2023 — Attacks on journalism and media are dangerous to us all. The Israeli military has murdered at least 75 journalists and media workers in Gaza, as of 4 Dec. IDF has also killed three journalists in Lebanon and arrested 44, as of 28 Nov.
(2023-12-11). Hunter Biden Indicted for Evading $1.4M in Tax: What We Know and What Next? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Gaza, Beirut, Bagdad, Teherán: el sionismo brazo armado del imperialismo estadounidense. globalizacion.ca
(2023-12-11). Major rallies on human rights day renew calls for a ceasefire by Israel. greenleft.org.au 
Tens of thousands of people reiterated the call for ceasefire on the ninth weekend of protests against Israel's attempted genocide of Gaza, reports Alex Bainbridge.
(2023-12-11). The War on Gaza: Debunking the Pro-Zionist Propaganda Machine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Speak up! We owe it to Refaat. electronicintifada.net Israel has murdered a man who epitomized steadfastness.
(2023-12-11). History and Geopolitics: The Controversial Haavara Transfer Agreement, Analysis by the Jewish Virtual Library. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Could the U.S. Become Involved in a War Between Venezuela and Guyana? fpif.org The United States has taken the first steps in becoming involved in a potential war between Venezuela and Guyana. President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela is claiming the territory of the oil-rich Essequibo region of neighboring Guyana, a claim recently backed by a referendum. Maduro then produced a new Venezuelan map that includes Essequibo as a new state. A 1996 agreement between the two countries gives the United Nations International Court of Justice the power to resolve disputes, but Maduro has rejected its involvement. All of this is seen as a prelude to military action to take over the province and its petrol…
(2023-12-11). The Conviction of Derek Chauvin Was One of the Worst Travesties of Justice in American History. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). What Were Romans Thinking as They Watched Rome Collapse? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Babies Died After Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine, Flu Vaccine, or Died from SIDS. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Turbo Cancer: Leukemia Diagnosis to Death in Hours, Days or Weeks. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Great Wall shines after snowfall in N China. ecns.cn Snow turns the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall into a winter wonderland, winding into the distance in Luping County of Chengde City, north China's Hebei Province, Dec. 11, 2023.
(2023-12-11). Voting starts for HKSAR's 7th District Council Ordinary Election. ecns.cn Voting for the 7th District Council Ordinary Election of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) began on Sunday, with candidates running for 176 seats in the District Committees constituency (DCC) and the 88 seats in the District Council geographical constituency (DCGC). "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-11). NE China's Heilongjiang sees booming ice and snow tourism. ecns.cn Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province has a cold winter climate with abundant ice and snow resources, which has become a popular ice-snow tourism destination in recent years. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-11). China's Inner Mongolia witnesses 350 kg pork stewed in a 3.3-meter-diameter pot. ecns.cn On Saturday, a folklore festival in the Chinese city of Bayannur, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, drew thousands of tourists and locals as they watched a staggering 350 kg of pork being cooked in a massive 3.3-meter-diameter pot. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-11). American Sikhs seek prosecution of Modi as FBI director visits India. geo.tv 
Sikhs assembled to support US and Canadian probe into India's assassination plan against pro-Khalistan Sikhs…
(2023-12-11). Article 370: Why it matters for Kashmiris?>. geo.tv 
Indian top court validates Modi govt's decision to abrogate semi-autonomous status of disputed territory…
(2023-12-11). Provoke a Second Nakba, Transform Gaza Into a Mass of Rubble, Outdoor Concentration Camp in Rafah, Confiscate Gaza's Offshore Maritime Gas. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Apartheid Is the Root Cause of Violence in Palestine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Declassified 1947 CIA Document: The Consequences of the Partition of Palestine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Selected Articles: Video: "The design of the so called COVID-19 vaccines was intentionally to harm people." Dr. Mike Yeadon. globalresearch.ca 
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(2023-12-11). China Donates 450 Generators to Address SA Power Cuts. infobrics.org The generators have arrived in South Africa but will be officially received by Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa…
(2023-12-11). 'India-Russia Can Cooperate in Building Small Floating Reactors' Says Rosatom. infobrics.org India and Russia can cooperate in building small floating reactors with the latter providing the nuclear heart (reactor) and the former taking care of the tow boat and electrical systems, said a top official of Rosatom…
(2023-12-11). Expanding BRICS for Numerical Strength or Ensuring Qualitative Geopolitical Influence. infobrics.org As stipulated by the guidelines, Russia takes over BRICS [Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa] from January 2024. With the heightening of geopolitical tensions, Russia's priority focus is on the group's possible enlargement to counter U.S. hegemony. It plans to push seriously for critical reforms in the international financial architecture and create a solidified platform for building an equitable multipolar world order…
(2023-12-11). Biden must have "frank and open conversation" with Zelensky to end the war — The Guardian. infobrics.org Ukraine aid has become a political football in the US.
(2023-12-11). Netherlands buying Russian gas despite publicly supporting coercive measures. infobrics.org The case shows very clearly how hypocrisy is a key factor for maintaining sanctions policy in Europe.
(2023-12-11). Nigeria Expresses Interest to Join BRICS Nations. infobrics.org Following the BRICS 2023 annual summit's announcement of a six-country expansion plan and Argentina's unexpected decline, Nigeria has expressed its ambition to join the economic alliance…
(2023-12-11). China, and All of Asia Gear Up for Russia's Northern Sea Route Supply Chain. infobrics.org With the Suez now considered a risk, and EU gas supplies dead, Asia is intent on taking up Russia's gas and supply chain volumes…
(2023-12-11). Russia's Severstal Says Chinese Firm to Supply Equipment for New Plant Construction. infobrics.org Russian steelmaker Severstal CHMF.MM has signed a contract with a Chinese firm for the supply of key equipment for the construction of its new iron ore pellet plant in the northern city of Cherepovets…
(2023-12-11). Pentagon wants Skynet-style weapons. infobrics.org The Pentagon has no idea what might happen with the AI even next year, but it's determined to use it in a war. "Responsibly", of course.
(2023-12-11). Russia's goal "conquering Ukraine", say Western media. Not so, say experts. infobrics.org Although at times Russia considered the possibility of engaging in further dialogue and cooperation with NATO, there have always been tensions about the Atlantic Alliance's expansion and Moscow security concerns pertaining to it, far from being a mere excuse, are in fact well-founded.
(2023-12-11). The Cause of Anti-Colonialism and Liberation is One: Fayez Sayegh's Zionist Colonialism in Palestine. libya360.wordpress.com Louis Allday Zionism is a form of racism and racial discrimination. UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY RESOLUTION 3379, 10 NOVEMBER 1975 The Syrian-Palestinian academic and diplomat, Fayez Sayegh (1922-1980), a delegate of Kuwait's Mission to the UN in the mid-1970s, was the principal author of the landmark resolution quoted above. Much to the chagrin of the US, whose representative described it as a…
(2023-12-11). The Gaza War Calls Into Question the Moral Rectitude of Western Democracies. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). 'Disastrous': US Vetoes Cease-Fire Resolution at UN Security Council. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Are National Governments All Following a Genocide Agenda? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Gaza's "safe south" is now a graveyard. electronicintifada.net
(2023-12-11). San Jose residents pack city council meeting to demand Palestine resolution. fightbacknews.org
(2023-12-11). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 66: Israel attacks ambulances, medics in Gaza; people across the world join strike for Palestine. mondoweiss.net
(2023-12-11). Israeli jets bombard south Lebanon. new.thecradle.co
(2023-12-11). Essequibo Dispute: Venezuela and Guyana Agree on Presidential Meeting. orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-11). Scientists Skip COP28 To Demand Climate Action At Home. popularresistance.org
(2023-12-11). House of Representatives Paves the Path for More Attacks on Palestine Protesters. leftvoice.org
(2023-12-11). Israel Only Nuclear Country To Deny It. youtu.be
(2023-12-11). Why The United States Military is Clueless When It Comes to Ukraine. sonar21.com 
The two-part Washington Post report on the failed Ukraine counter offensive was written primarily to blame Ukraine for the debacle and exonerate the United States. My analysis of those articles (
(2023-12-11). Remembering Lubna Alyaan, the aspiring violinist martyred in Gaza. mondoweiss.net 
I will preserve Lubna's memory in the best way I know — by writing music in her memory, in memory of her dream, in memory of her passion, in memory of the future stolen from her.
(2023-12-11). Hamas Plan: Israel Knew It for Over a Year. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Israel and US Plan Complete Deportation from Gaza. Famine in Looming. "A Child is Killed Every Ten Minutes" globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). War on Gaza Will Last a Year at the Very Least. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). The 'Blue Shirts' of October 7. The Wall of Jericho, "The Mysterious Case of the Men with the Light Blue Shirts" globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-11). Best foods to eat when you have a stomach bug. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Viral gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, headache, muscle aches and sometimes fever. It's often called a stomach bug or the stomach flu, but it's not actually the flu or influenza, which is a respiratory illness. This infection often develops though contact with an infected person or by ingesting contaminated food or water. An upset stomach is a common symptom of a stomach bug, which can make…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to help a frozen shoulder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity, including sleep, difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, says Dr. Christopher Camp, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/OU6-i4dKPKs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-11). Consumer Health: Do you know the signs of inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 1—7, which makes this a good time to learn about the signs and symptoms of these disorders. Researchers estimate that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn's disease, and 600,000 to 900,000 people in the U.S. have ulcerative colitis, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of your…
(2023-12-11). Consumer Health: Flu vaccination and cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed Dec. 4—8, which makes this a good time to learn more about the flu and why it's especially important that you get a flu shot if you have cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, now's the time. For…
(2023-12-11). Consumer Health: Understanding ear infection in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org "My ear hurts." There are many conditions that can trigger this complaint from a young child. Depending on the symptoms, causes of earache in children include a foreign object in the ear, the common cold, swimmer's ear and earwax blockage. Another common cause of ear pain in children is an ear infection, or otitis media. It's an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: Do you need more vitamin D in the winter? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones healthy and strong. It also has properties that support your immune system and neuromuscular health. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says one of the main ways your body gets vitamin D is through direct sunlight on the skin. And during winter in the Northern Hemisphere, that can sometimes be a challenge. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7D5TR8eRdCs Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips from a dietitian on managing holiday indulgences. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whether it's work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences.Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, shares three tips to help manage holiday indulgences this season. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/gMCQIt_bIUs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-11). How can adults with congenital heart disease reduce risks? Study finds lifetime cardiology monitoring is key. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Heart failure is a potentially urgent health concern for young adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) that is often overlooked and undertreated, even as hospitalizations for this condition continue to rise. New research from Mayo Clinic shows that young adults in the U.S. living with congenital heart disease are at an increased risk of death or cardiovascular complications after being hospitalized for heart failure. However, study data published in the Journal of…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Why dogs are good for your health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We're thinking about getting a dog. We know they're great companions, but how are they good for your health? ANSWER: People with dogs know the benefits of pet ownership. The unconditional love, trust and loyalty shown by your canine companions, coupled with their unbridled enthusiasm on your return home each day, is hard to put into words. There's another plus of having a dog by your side: It improves your overall physical…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: How innovation is transforming heart transplants. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic doctors are using innovation to improve the lives of people who suffer from congestive heart failure and other chronic heart conditions. The Organ Care System, also known as "heart in a box," is potentially helping to expand the donor pool, which is crucial, considering that more than 4,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for a new heart. That's according to the organization Donate Life America. Dr. Lisa LeMond, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist,…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic expert on future of HIV on World AIDS Day. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World AIDS Day, observed on Dec. 1, raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and pays tribute to those affected by the disease. Globally, about 39 million people are living with HIV infection, according to the World Health Organization. HIV is the virus that causes the condition. The virus can spread through sexual contact, sharing infected needles and, less commonly, it can pass from mother to child. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases physician and HIV researcher, says that, while there…
(2023-12-11). Innovation in lung cancer screening, treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Lung cancer is the largest cancer killer of adult men and women worldwide. One of the reasons is that by the time symptoms develop, the cancer is too advanced for a cure. The goal of lung cancer screening is to detect cancer at an earlier stage and save more lives. Smoking is the No. 1 cause of lung cancer, and it's recommended that anyone over 55 who has a significant history of smoking, even if…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Health benefits of volunteering. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My neighbor recently retired, and I've been trying to convince her to volunteer at the library with me. She's not swayed by my stories of feeling good from helping others. Can you share some other benefits of dedicating her time and energy to a cause? ANSWER: Thank you for volunteering in your community and for trying to persuade your neighbor to join you. Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people's lives. The…
(2023-12-11). Identifying new potential in cancer-killing T cells. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Joanina Gicobi began her Ph.D. degree five years ago at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, she was interested in thinking creatively about ways to improve cancer treatment. In particular, she was curious about the body's natural ability to fight tumors: Could that process be improved? In the laboratory of Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., she joined efforts to learn more about the T cells that are part of an inherent cancer-killing immune response. Joanina Gicobi,…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees approves plans to transform healthcare, improve experience for staff and patients, redesign Rochester campus. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's Board of Trustees has approved Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester, a multiyear strategic initiative that advances Mayo Clinic's Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. It reimagines Mayo Clinic's downtown Rochester campus and introduces new facilities with a combination of innovative care concepts and digital technologies that will give Mayo Clinic the ability to scale transformation in ways never before imagined. This…
(2023-12-11). Mayo Clinic study explores heart failure, uncovers gene's role in recovery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers studying the genetics of people who had recently developed dilated cardiomyopathy, one of the most common causes of heart failure, have found a particular gene to target for developing future drug therapy treatments. The disease makes it harder for the heart's left ventricle to pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. In this first genome-wide association study, the researchers sought to understand why some patients get better after developing the condition —…
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(2023-12-11). Irak'ƒ±n kuzeyindeki 13 terà∂r hedefi hava harekatƒ±yla imha edildi. aa.com.tr Milli Savunma Bakanlƒ±ƒüƒ± (MSB), Irak'ƒ±n kuzeyindeki Gara, Metina, Hakurk ve Kandil'e yà∂nelik hava harekatlarƒ±nda, sorumlu dàºzeyde terà∂ristlerin barƒ±ndƒ±ƒüƒ± belirlenen 13 hedefin imha edildiƒüini bildirdi.
(2023-12-11). Yahudi yerle≈üimciler, ƒ∞srail askerlerinin e≈üliƒüinde Filistinlilerin zeytinliklerini talan etti. aa.com.tr ƒ∞≈ügal altƒ±ndaki Batƒ± ≈ûeria'daki Yahudi yerle≈üimciler, ƒ∞srail askerlerinin desteƒüiyle Filistinlilere ait zeytinliklerdeki mahsulleri àßalarak zeytin aƒüaàßlarƒ±nƒ± kesti.
(2023-12-11). Borsa gàºnຠdàº≈üàº≈üle tamamladƒ±. aa.com.tr Borsa ƒ∞stanbul'da BIST 100 endeksi, gàºnຠyàºzde 2,34 deƒüer kaybederek 7.728,44 puandan tamamladƒ±.
(2023-12-11). Filistin Esir ƒ∞≈üleri Heyeti: ƒ∞srail serbest bƒ±rakƒ±lan esiri yargƒ±layarak esir takasƒ±nƒ± ihlal ediyor. aa.com.tr FKàñ'ye baƒülƒ± Filistin Esir ƒ∞≈üleri Heyeti, ƒ∞srail makamlarƒ±nƒ±n, esir takasƒ± mutabakatƒ±nƒ± ihlal ettiƒüini, ƒ∞srail hapishanesinden yeni serbest bƒ±rakƒ±lan Filistinli Fedva Hamade'yi daha à∂nce aà߃±lmƒ±≈ü bir dava kapsamƒ±nda yargƒ±ladƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± aà߃±kladƒ±.
(2023-12-11). Washington Post, ƒ∞srail'in Làºbnan'da kullandƒ±ƒüƒ± beyaz fosforlu màºhimmat kalƒ±ntƒ±larƒ±na ula≈ütƒ±. aa.com.tr Washington Post, ƒ∞srail'in Làºbnan'ƒ±n gàºneyinde dàºzenlediƒüi ve 9 ki≈üinin yaralanmasƒ±na sebep olan saldƒ±rƒ±da kullandƒ±ƒüƒ± ABD yapƒ±mƒ± beyaz fosforlu top mermilerinin kalƒ±ntƒ±larƒ±na ula≈ütƒ±.
(2023-12-11). Bakan Uraloƒülu, yeni sezonda ilk seferine à߃±kan Turistik Doƒüu Ekspresi'ni uƒüurladƒ±. aa.com.tr Ula≈ütƒ±rma ve Altyapƒ± Bakanƒ± Uraloƒülu, Turistik Doƒüu Ekspresi'nin Kars-Ankara yà∂nàºnde ƒ∞liàß, Divriƒüi ve Sivas'ta 180'er dakikalƒ±k duru≈üla, 34 saat 30 dakikalƒ±k seyahatle e≈üsiz bir gezi ve manzara ≈üà∂leni sunduƒüunu sà∂yledi.
(2023-12-11). AB, Rusya'ya ƒ∞HA saƒüladƒ±ƒüƒ± gerekàßesiyle ƒ∞ran'a kar≈üƒ± yeni yaptƒ±rƒ±m kararƒ± aldƒ±. aa.com.tr Avrupa Birliƒüi (AB), ƒ∞ran'a Ukrayna'daki sava≈üta kullanmasƒ± iàßin Rusya'ya insansƒ±z hava araàßlarƒ± (ƒ∞HA) saƒüladƒ±ƒüƒ± gerekàßesiyle yaptƒ±rƒ±m uygulama kararƒ± aldƒ±.
(2023-12-11). Katar, Gazze'nin gàºneyindeki Refah kentinde 50 yataklƒ± sahra hastanesi kuruyor. aa.com.tr Katar'ƒ±n, Gazze ≈ûeridi'nin gàºneyindeki Refah kentinde 50 yataklƒ± bir sahra hastanesi kuracaƒüƒ± bildirildi.
(2023-12-11). Bakan I≈üƒ±khan, Asgari àúcret Tespit Komisyonu'ndaki i≈üàßileri kabul etti. aa.com.tr àáalƒ±≈üma ve Sosyal Gàºvenlik Bakanƒ± Vedat I≈üƒ±khan, Asgari àúcret Tespit Komisyonu'nda TàúRK-ƒ∞≈û heyetinde yer alan 4 i≈üàßiyi makamƒ±nda kabul etti.
(2023-12-11). BMGK'den bir heyet, Mƒ±sƒ±r'dan Gazze'ye gà∂nderilen yardƒ±mlarƒ± yerinde inceledi. aa.com.tr Birle≈ümi≈ü Milletler Gàºvenlik Konseyi'nden (BMGK) bir heyetin, Mƒ±sƒ±r'ƒ±n El-Ari≈ü kentinden Gazze ≈ûeridi'ne gà∂nderilen insani yardƒ±mlarƒ± yerinde incelediƒüi bildirildi.
(2023-12-11). Aile ve Sosyal Hizmetler Bakanƒ± Gà∂kta≈ü: (Gazze'de) Bu katliama sessiz kalanlar tarih kar≈üƒ±sƒ±nda hesap verecektir. aa.com.tr Bakan Gà∂kta≈ü, BM ƒ∞nsan Haklarƒ± Evrensel Beyannamesi'nin kabulàºnàºn 75'inci yƒ±l dà∂nàºmຠdolayƒ±sƒ±yla dàºzenlenen etkinlikte ƒ∞srail'in Gazze'ye yà∂nelik saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±na ili≈ükin, "Bu katliama sessiz kalanlar tarih kar≈üƒ±sƒ±nda hesap verecektir." dedi.
(2023-12-11). ƒ∞srailli esir askerin arkada≈üƒ±: ƒ∞srail ordusunun sava≈üarak esirleri kurtarmasƒ± imkansƒ±z. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srailli genàß Ariel Avramoviàß, Netanyahu hàºkumetine Gazze'deki esirleri kurtarabilmek iàßin màºzakere yapmasƒ± ve Gilad ≈ûalit esir takasƒ±nda olduƒüu gibi bir anla≈ümaya varmasƒ± àßaƒürƒ±sƒ±nda bulundu.
(2023-12-11). Cumhurba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ± ƒ∞leti≈üim Ba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ± Dezenformasyon Bàºlteni yayƒ±mladƒ±. aa.com.tr Cumhurba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ± ƒ∞leti≈üim Ba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ± Dezenformasyonla Màºcadele Merkezi, 103 sayƒ±lƒ± Dezenformasyon Bàºlteni yayƒ±mladƒ±.
(2023-12-11). Asgari àúcret Tespit Komisyonu birinci toplantƒ±sƒ± nasƒ±l geàßti? aa.com.tr
(2023-12-11). 60 saniyede bugàºn (11 Aralƒ±k 2023). aa.com.tr
(2023-12-11). 60 saniyede ekonomide bugàºn (11 Aralƒ±k 2023). aa.com.tr Bir bakƒ±≈üta ekonomide gàºnàºn geli≈ümeleri. Halkbank'ƒ±n katkƒ±larƒ±yla…
(2023-12-11). Fatih Karagàºmràºk, teknik direktà∂r ≈ûota Arveladze ile prensipte anla≈ütƒ±. aa.com.tr Trendyol Sàºper Lig ekiplerinden VavaCars Fatih Karagàºmràºk, teknik direktà∂r ≈ûota Arveladze ile prensipte anla≈ütƒ±.
(2023-12-11). Gazze'nin gàºneyindeki ƒ∞srail saldƒ±rƒ±larƒ±ndan korunmak isteyen Filistinlilerin son sƒ±ƒüƒ±naƒüƒ± Emel Hastanesi. aa.com.tr ƒ∞srail ordusunun son gàºnlerde aƒüƒ±r bombardƒ±mana tuttuƒüu Gazze ≈ûeridi'nin gàºneyindeki Han Yunus kentinden kaàßmak zorunda kalan yàºzlerce aile, son sƒ±ƒüƒ±nak olarak kentteki Filistin Kƒ±zƒ±layƒ±'na baƒülƒ± Emel Hastanesine sƒ±ƒüƒ±nmak zorunda kalƒ±yor.
(2023-12-11). 74. Uluslararasƒ± Berlin Film Festivali'nin Jàºri Ba≈ükanƒ± Kenyalƒ± oyuncu Lupita Nyong'o oldu. aa.com.tr Almanya'da, 15 ≈ûubat-25 ≈ûubat 2024'te dàºzenlenecek 74. Uluslararasƒ± Berlin Film Festivali'nin (Berlinale) jàºri ba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ±na Kenyalƒ± oyuncu Lupita Nyong'o getirildi.
(2023-12-11). Milli Sƒ∞HA Bayraktar TB2, 750 bin uàßu≈ü saatini tamamladƒ±. aa.com.tr
(2023-12-11). Euro-Med: ƒ∞srail ordusu, siyonist àßetelerin 1948'de i≈ülediƒüi suàßlarƒ± Gazze'de tekrarlƒ±yor. aa.com.tr Avrupa-Akdeniz ƒ∞nsan Haklarƒ± Gà∂zlemevi (Euro-Med), ƒ∞srail ordusunun, silahlƒ± siyonist àßetelerin 1948'de Filistin'de i≈ülediƒüi ve Filistinlilerin topluca yerlerinden edilmesiyle sonuàßlanan suàßlarƒ±n aynƒ±sƒ±nƒ± Gazze'de tekrarladƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ± bildirdi.
(2023-12-11). Albanese promises net migration fall to pre-pandemic levels. independentaustralia.net 
(2023-12-11). World: Joint NGO statement – Global Humanitarian Overview launch – Palais des Nations, Geneva – 11 December 2023. reliefweb.int 
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(2023-12-11). GDP growth numbers show Australian workers steadily gaining. independentaustralia.net 
(2023-12-11). World: Direct Aid supports SDGs by enhancing vocational education and training in the neediest societies in Africa. reliefweb.int Country: World | Source: Direct Aid | As Direct Aid pays special attention to regular education in the neediest societies in Africa, it also significantly supports vocational training along with applied education to meet the remarkable need of creating job opportunities in African societies. The vocational training at Direct Aid is provided for students from the regular education outputs (graduates of primary stages preparatory and secondary schools) alongside unlettered and unemployed students. This interest of vocational training is due to its quick effective outputs to human capital development compared to…
(2023-12-11). Cabinet briefed on NSFAS preparations for 2024. sanews.gov.za Cabinet briefed on NSFAS preparations for 2024 | As part of ensuring readiness for the 2024 post-matric academic year, Cabinet has been briefed on measures that are being put in place to avoid the challenges that affected the National Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). | "As part of ensuring readiness when the 2024 academic year for post matric education begins, Cabinet was briefed on measures that are being put in place to avoid the challenges that bedevilled NSFSAS in the 2023 post-matric academic year," Cabinet said in a statement on Monday. | Last month, the scheme announced that applications for financial aid for…
(2023-12-11). Cabinet welcomes the evacuation of South Africans from Gaza. sanews.gov.za Cabinet welcomes the evacuation of South Africans from Gaza | Cabinet has welcomed the return of 19 South African nationals who had been stuck in Gaza. | "South Africa extends its gratitude to the Government of Egypt for granting our citizens safe passage through the Rafah Crossing into its country. | "South Africa calls for an immediate and permanent ceasefire and the resumption of talks that will end the violence arising from the continued belligerent occupation and…
(2023-12-11). Remembering President Mandela. sanews.gov.za Remembering President Mandela | Cabinet has joined the nation in reflecting on the life and legacy of the father of the nation and the first democratically elected President of South Africa, Tata Nelson Mandela. | The former President passed away on December 5, 2013, with this year marking a decade since his passing. | "As we look ahead to the milestone of 30 Years of Freedom in 2024, along with our seventh National and Provincial elections, we can proudly say that our democracy remains strong," Cabinet said in a statement on Monday. | Tata Madiba, as he was affectionately known, died at the age of 95 at his Houg…
(2023-12-11). Health concerned about death rate among TB patients in SA. sanews.gov.za Health concerned about death rate among TB patients in SA | Although South Africa's Tuberculosis (TB) infection incidence is dropping, government is disturbed about the death rate among patients. | This is according to the Deputy Health Minister, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo, who was delivering a keynote address on the opening day of the BRICS TB Research Network Innovation Summit in Durban. | "TB remains a pressing concern for South Africa, as it does for all BRICS countries and many nations," he said on Monday. | He told the summit attendees that about 300 000 people are estimated to get TB every year in South Afric…
(2023-12-11). SA to celebrate Universal Health Coverage Day. sanews.gov.za SA to celebrate Universal Health Coverage Day | South Africa will on Tuesday, 12 December, join the global community in celecrating the progress made towards health for all. | According to the Department of Health, government will also observe the day by raising awareness of the necessity for resilient, equitable, and robust healthcare systems to achieve the Universal Health Coverage (UHC). | The Department of Health, in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) South Africa and other health sector stakeholders, will host a seminar to reinvigorate pledges to accelerate UHC efforts in South Africa.
(2023-12-11). Gavi and Alliance partners renew support for immunisation in Mozambique. reliefweb.int Country: Mozambique | Source: GAVI Alliance | Maputo, 11 December 2023 — A high-level mission comprising Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and World Bank is scheduled to visit the Republic of Mozambique from 10 December, aiming to renew political commitment towards recovery and strengthening of routine immunisation. | During the official visit, the delegation is set to meet and engage with key stakeholders, including senior government officials, health partners and civil society organisations. The dele…
(2023-12-11). Cleveland Dodd's fate is Australia's national shame. independentaustralia.net 
(2023-12-11). Poland: Child Protection Monitoring Report (June – September 2023). reliefweb.int Countries: Poland, Ukraine | Source: International Rescue Committee | 
(2023-12-11). Government activities for the week 11 December — 16 December 2023. sanews.gov.za Government activities for the week 11 December — 16 December 2023 | On Monday, 11 December, post-Cabinet media briefing from 10: 00 at the Ronnie Mamoepa press room, GCIS, Hatfield, Pretoria. | On Tuesday, 12 December, President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver an address at the inaugural Presidential Plenary on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) to be held in Pretoria. | On Tuesday, 12 December, the Department of Tourism launches the Tourism Monitors Programme in Mpumalanga. | From Tuesday, 12 December, to Thursday, 14 December, the Commission for Gender Equality conducts Gender Transformation Hearings in…
(2023-12-11). Argentina's Milei Warns Of 'Shock' Austerity As He Takes Office. latintimes.com Latin America's third-biggest economy is on its knees after decades of debt and financial mismanagement, with annual inflation at 140% and 40% of Argentines living in poverty.
(2023-12-11). Asian Markets Mixed Ahead Of US Inflation Data, Fed Decision. latintimes.com All three main indexes on Wall Street rose Friday but Asian traders struggled to extend the rally.
(2023-12-11). From Farmlands to Traditions: Climate Change Threatens Latino Culture in the U.S. latintimes.com Over half of the U.S. Latino population resides in states facing heightened climate threats, including air pollution, extreme heat, and flooding…
(2023-12-11). Guyana, Venezuela Presidents To Meet Thursday On Border Row. latintimes.com Tension has soared over Essequibo, which has historically been controlled by Guyana, since Maduro's government held a controversial referendum last weekend in which 95 percent of voters supported declaring Venezuela its rightful owner, according to official results.
(2023-12-11). Israel Bombs South Gaza After Hamas Hostage Threat. latintimes.com Israel military offensive has reduced much of Gaza to rubble and killed at least 17,997 people, mostly women and children, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.
(2023-12-11). Mexican-American Player Jaime Jaquez Jr. Emerges as One of the Brightest Stars in the NBA. latintimes.com Jaquez Jr. became the 1st player of Mexican descent to be drafter in the 1st round of the NBA Draft…
(2023-12-11). 'Not A Minute To Lose': Clock Ticks On Fossil Fuel Deal At Climate Summit. latintimes.com Simon Stiell urged countries to preserve the "highest ambition" to check warming at no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
(2023-12-11). 'Nothing More To Say': Trump Cancels Plan To Testify In NY Fraud Trial. latintimes.com The 77-year-old posted the surprise statement on Truth Social on Sunday, adding that he has "already testified to everything" in the ongoing trial against him, his eldest sons Don Jr and Eric, and other Trump Organization executives.
(2023-12-11). Philippines Summons Chinese Envoy Over Maritime Confrontations. latintimes.com Videos released by the Philippine Coast Guard showed Chinese ships blasting water cannon at Philippine boats during two separate resupply missions to fishermen at Scarborough Shoal and a tiny garrison at Second Thomas Shoal on Saturday and Sunday.
(2023-12-11). Real Estate in LatAm Vs. U.S.: How Much do Properties Cost in Their Main Cities and States?>. latintimes.com Montevideo and Mexico City, the most expensive cities in Latin America to buy a square meter, would be in the U.S.'s top 10 most expensive states…
(2023-12-11). Ten Hag Under Scrutiny As Man Utd Fight For Champions League Survival. latintimes.com Ten Hag's hopes that a turning point had been reached were short-lived as a 3-0 defeat at home to Bournemouth on Saturday saw a troubled campaign reach a new low.
(2023-12-11). TikTok Announces $1.5 Bn Deal To Restart Indonesia Online Shop. latintimes.com Indonesia in September banned sales on social media to protect small businesses that were losing out to e-commerce giants, forcing TikTok to close its online shopping business in October.
(2023-12-11). UK Covid-19 Inquiry To Grill PM Sunak Over Eat Out Scheme. latintimes.com Sunak, who was finance minister at the time, is due to give evidence to the public inquiry into the UK government's handling of the crisis.
(2023-12-11). Zelensky To Meet With Biden, Republicans As War Funding Dries Up. latintimes.com In a flurry of diplomatic activity after the White House announced Zelensky's visit, an aide for Mike Johnson said the new Republican speaker for the House of Representatives will also meet with the Ukrainian leader Tuesday.
(2023-12-11). Putin, Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Over Phone #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – Nam News Network) | MOSCOW, Dec 11 (NNN-TASS) Russian President, Vladimir Putin, and Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, discussed the humanitarian situation in Gaza, during a …
(2023-12-11). Business licensing policy up for public comment. sanews.gov.za Business licensing policy up for public comment | Cabinet has considered and approved the draft National Business Licensing Policy for public comments. | This is according to Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni who briefed the media on the outcomes of the Special Cabinet meeting held last Friday. | The Minister said the objectives of the policy are: | The provision of a fair, transparent and ethical allocation of business operating licenses in a manner that enables citizens to actively participate in an economic life. | The assertion and clarification of South Africa's sovereign right to determine the…
(2023-12-11). Freight Logistics Roadmap approved to be published. sanews.gov.za Freight Logistics Roadmap approved to be published | The Freight Logistics Roadmap — aimed at addressing the serious challenges in that industry — has been approved for publication by Cabinet. | The roadmap also sets out to reform the logistics system in the long run. | Over the past few weeks, Transnet — South Africa's government owned freight rail, ports and logistics company — has been hard at work to resolve severe truck congestion challenges at its Richard's Bay port, including ramping up the number of locomotives available on its lines servicing the port. | Speaking during a post-Cab…
(2023-12-11). Operation Vulindela making "significant progress" sanews.gov.za Operation Vulindela making "significant progress" | The Presidency and National Treasury have released the third and fourth quarter progress report of Operation Vulindlela. | The report was released during a media briefing on Monday. | Operation Vulindlela was launched in 2020 and is an initiative between Treasury and the Presidency aimed at, among other things, accelerating the implementation of structural reforms and to support South Africa's economic recovery. | The five desired outcomes of Operation Vulindlela are: | Stabilising of the electricity supply | Reduce cost and increased quality of digital communic…
(2023-12-11). SA's APRM Country Review Report to be launched. sanews.gov.za SA's APRM Country Review Report to be launched | President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to attend the 20th anniversary celebration of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) to be held in Johannesburg, on Tuesday evening. | "The APRM 20th Anniversary is being celebrated through a series of meetings and events from 10 to 14 December 2023 under the theme 'Accelerating and Deepening Governance Reform, Measures, and Intervention," the Presidency said in a statement. | The review mechanism is an institution of the African Union voluntarily acceded to by Member States. | The anniversary event includes the participation…
(2023-12-11). CAR: République centrafricaine : Calendrier des réunions de Bangui (dec. 2023) [Calendar]. reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Chad: Emergency Tracking Tool (ETT) – Dashboard #179, Data collection: 02— 23 October 2023, Publication: 07 December 2023. reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). UNHCR's Education in Emergencies Response for Cameroonian Refugees in Chad 2022-2023 [EN/FR]. reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Italy Weekly Snapshot (04 Dec – 10 Dec 2023). reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Malawi WASH Cluster Emergency Assessments Technical Working Group (TWiG) – October 2023 V2. reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Malawi: WASH Sector Meeting Points/Actions, 6 December 2023. reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). WASH Cluster Malawi: WASH Sector Response District Profiles (As of 30 November 2023). reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Moldova Refugee Accommodation Centres (RACs) Monthly Needs Monitoring, Update as of 04.12.2023 [EN/RO]. reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Mozambique: Cabo Delgado: Palma District – Humanitarian Profile (December 2023). reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Nigeria: Situation in Lake Chad Basin – DTM Monthly Dashboard #58 (November 2023). reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). World: Putting people first: Accountability in action snapshot, 01 December 2023. reliefweb.int 
(2023-12-11). Gaza: Israeli indiscriminate airstrikes kills 300 Palestinians in 24 hours. muslimnews.co.uk London, (Agencies): There is "no safe place to go in the Gaza Strip", the Palestinian Health Ministry said on Sunday, as Israeli airstrikes kill 300, injure 550 people in 24 hours, bringing the death toll to 18,000, as well as 49,500 wounded people. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization's executive board on Sunday adopted a resolution on …
(2023-12-11). Candidate of Political Sciences Leonid Isaev: BRICS topics are high on the agenda of Russia and Iran. tvbrics.com 
In an exclusive interview with TV BRICS, experts shared their views on the prospects for expanding co-operation between Russia and Iran…
(2023-12-11). Consumer confidence is on the rise in India. tvbrics.com 
Last month's data shows that the growth momentum has been maintained…
(2023-12-11). India to set up 500 new charging points for electric vehicles. tvbrics.com 
The country's authorities are keen to create a reliable and extensive network of chargers in major cities…
(2023-12-11). It is produced 695.41 million metric tonnes of grain in China. tvbrics.com 
New record grain production made a positive contribution to stabilising the world grain market and ensuring global food security…
(2023-12-11). Italy publishes a book on international co-operation within the BRICS framework. tvbrics.com 
The book launch was attended by representatives of the South African and Chinese embassies in Italy…
(2023-12-11). The Russian Institute of Theatre Arts holds a series of master classes in Senegal. tvbrics.com 
GITIS may become the main engine of creative education for Senegalese people…
(2023-12-11). The Social Security Reform coming into force in 2024 introduces changes regarding the retirement age in Brazil. tvbrics.com 
Employees intending to retire must be aware of the rules established…
(2023-12-11). Tchad : Rapport opérationnel, 08 décembre 2023. reliefweb.int Countries: Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Sudan | Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees | 
(2023-12-11). Ukraine: Nordic walking and singing: How displaced Ukrainians build new networks and stay resilient in their new communities. reliefweb.int Country: Ukraine | Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees | 73-year-old Maia Kondratenko is a vivid example of the strength that displaced Ukrainians demonstrate in their new communities across the country. Maia fled her hometown Sloviansk in Donetska oblast nine years ago when the armed conflict started in eastern Ukraine. Since then, she has lived in Poltava, which she now considers her home. | "I had to leave my own home because I was responsible for my daughter, who was pregnant at the time, so it was dangerous for her to stay. My children and grandchildren are currently abroad. Since the full-scale inv…
(2023-12-11). World: L'ONU lance un appel humanitaire mondial pour 2024 : 7,6 milliards de dollars requis pour soutenir 32,3 millions de personnes en situation de crise en Afrique de l'Ouest et du Centre. reliefweb.int 
Countries: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, World | Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs | ‚Ä¢ Cameroun : 2,3 millions de personnes ciblées, 376 millions de dollars US
| ‚Ä¢ Mali : 3,9 millions de personnes ciblées, 676,5 millions de dollars US
| ‚Ä¢ Niger : 2,7 millions de personnes ciblées, 604 millions de dollars US
| ‚Ä¢ Nigéria : 4,4 millions de personnes ciblées, 860 millions de dollars US
| ‚Ä¢ Républiq…
(2023-12-11). World: UN launches 2024 global humanitarian appeal: $7.6 billion required to support 32.3 million people in dire need across West and Central Africa. reliefweb.int 
Countries: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, World | Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs | In West and Central Africa, the number of people in need targeted under each country's 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan and the associated financial requirements are as follows: | ‚Ä¢ Burkina Faso: 3.8 million people targeted, US $935 million | ‚Ä¢ Cameroon: 2.3 million people targeted, US $376 million | ‚Ä¢ Central African Republic: 1.9 million people targeted, US $39…
(2023-12-10). 1] Some Radical Views of Early Christian Zionists Regarding Their Opponents. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Since its inception, Christian Zionism has been at odds with Catholicism and Orthodoxy. Indeed, as I indicated in general about the rise of Christian Zionism, one of the reasons could be the injustice, oppression, and dominance of Catholicism over Jews, and even over European …
(2023-12-10). Funding for religious organisations favours those in Labor-held seats. independentaustralia.net 
(2023-12-10). CPC leadership holds meeting on 2024 economic work, anti-corruption work, Party discipline. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Friday held a meeting to analyze and study the economic work of 2024, arrange Party conduct and anti-corruption work, and review regulations on the CPC's disciplinary action.
(2023-12-10). Leadership sets tone for economic work. ecns.cn Solid steps will be taken to effectively enhance economic vitality, prevent and defuse risks and improve social expectations as part of the nation's efforts to promote reasonable economic growth in 2024, according to a key Party meeting on Friday.
(2023-12-10). Bing Dwen Dwen changes skin for the upcoming 'Year of Dragon'. ecns.cn Chinese zodiac Dragon version of Bing Dwen Dwen, a Beijing Winter Olympic Games mascot, and licensed products of the new version, including toys, badges and keychains,"ÄÄhit the market in Beijing on Thursday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). Rainbow, icicles seen on Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall. ecns.cn A majestic rainbow appeared above the renowned Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River, creating an enchanting scene with rows of icicles hanging from rocks along riverbanks as the waterfall embraced a temperature drop recently.
(2023-12-10). Amazing! Festival to celebrate ice collection in NE China. ecns.cn With the first block of ice"ÄÄcollected from the frozen Songhua River, the fourth Harbin Ice Harvest Festival"ÄÄkicked off on Thursday in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). Made-in-China metro train goes into operation in northern Portugal. ecns.cn The first Made-in-China metro train in the European Union (EU) was put into commercial operation in Porto, Portugal on Wednesday.
(2023-12-10). China unveils world's first unmanned 20-story vertical veggie farm. ecns.cn The world's first 20-story unmanned vertical veggie farm has entered operation in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The world's tallest unmanned plants factory was developed by the Institute of Urban Agriculture (IUA) under the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). I am the luckiest person in the world: Gu Ailing. ecns.cn Freestyle skiing Olympic champion Gu Ailing debuted in China on Thursday after the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics at the FIS half pipe World Cup qualification round at Genting Resort in Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). Senate Votes Down Resolution to Withdraw Troops from Syria. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-10). Sudan: ICRC deplores deliberate and deadly attack on its humanitarian convoy in Khartoum. icrc.org The incident, which occurred in the Al-Shajara neighborhood, claimed the lives of two people and injured seven more including three ICRC staff members. The injured have been rushed to hospital for medical treatment.The humanitarian convoy, consisting of three ICRC vehicles and three buses, all clearly marked with the Red Cross emblem, was due to evacuate over a hundred vulnerable civilians from Khartoum to Wad Madani when it came under attack upon entering the evacuation area.The humanitarian operation had been requested by and coordinated with the parties to the conflict, who gave their agreement and provided th…
(2023-12-10). The exhausting pre-Christmas period of parties and socialising. independentaustralia.net 
(2023-12-10). Lights, Camera, Century! Hollywood Sign Hits 100. latintimes.com The nine-letter sign is officially a centenarian but, as with many an aging grande dame in Hollywood, looks as fresh as ever.
(2023-12-10). Orban, Bolsonaro, Zelenskiy: Unlikely Mix of Global Figures to Attend Javier Milei's Inauguration. latintimes.com Milei's alignment with the global right, as well as the "U.S. and Israel's" foreign policy, explain the list of attendees…
(2023-12-10). Top 5 Latino Christmas Dessert Recipes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth. latintimes.com The list includes Colombian 'Natilla', Mexican 'Apple Salad' and other Christmas Dessert Recipes that will not disappoint…
(2023-12-10). Zelensky Hails 'New Dawn' in Argentina as Milei Takes Reins. latintimes.com Zelensky had warmly welcomed Milei's victory end-November, thanking him for his "clear support for Ukraine."
(2023-12-10). 133 Palestinians Killed By Israel's Attacks In Gaza In 24 Hours: Source #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – IANS) Gaza, Dec 11 (IANS) At least 133 Palestinians were killed and dozens of others were injured on Sunday, as Israel's air and artillery attacks continued on the Gaza Strip, a …
(2023-12-10). US Still Not Clear How The Israel-Hamas War Will End After Vetoing UNSC Resolution For Ceasefire #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – IANS) Washington, Dec 11 (IANS) The US government still has no clue as to how the Israel-Hamas war is going to play out till the end even after vetoing the UNSC resolution for a ceasefire …
(2023-12-10). Best foods to eat when you have a stomach bug. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Viral gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, headache, muscle aches and sometimes fever. It's often called a stomach bug or the stomach flu, but it's not actually the flu or influenza, which is a respiratory illness. This infection often develops though contact with an infected person or by ingesting contaminated food or water. An upset stomach is a common symptom of a stomach bug, which can make…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to help a frozen shoulder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity, including sleep, difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, says Dr. Christopher Camp, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/OU6-i4dKPKs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-10). Consumer Health: Do you know the signs of inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 1—7, which makes this a good time to learn about the signs and symptoms of these disorders. Researchers estimate that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn's disease, and 600,000 to 900,000 people in the U.S. have ulcerative colitis, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of your…
(2023-12-10). Consumer Health: Flu vaccination and cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed Dec. 4—8, which makes this a good time to learn more about the flu and why it's especially important that you get a flu shot if you have cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, now's the time. For…
(2023-12-10). Consumer Health: Understanding ear infection in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org "My ear hurts." There are many conditions that can trigger this complaint from a young child. Depending on the symptoms, causes of earache in children include a foreign object in the ear, the common cold, swimmer's ear and earwax blockage. Another common cause of ear pain in children is an ear infection, or otitis media. It's an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: Do you need more vitamin D in the winter? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones healthy and strong. It also has properties that support your immune system and neuromuscular health. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says one of the main ways your body gets vitamin D is through direct sunlight on the skin. And during winter in the Northern Hemisphere, that can sometimes be a challenge. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7D5TR8eRdCs Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips from a dietitian on managing holiday indulgences. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whether it's work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences.Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, shares three tips to help manage holiday indulgences this season. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/gMCQIt_bIUs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-10). How can adults with congenital heart disease reduce risks? Study finds lifetime cardiology monitoring is key. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Heart failure is a potentially urgent health concern for young adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) that is often overlooked and undertreated, even as hospitalizations for this condition continue to rise. New research from Mayo Clinic shows that young adults in the U.S. living with congenital heart disease are at an increased risk of death or cardiovascular complications after being hospitalized for heart failure. However, study data published in the Journal of…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Why dogs are good for your health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We're thinking about getting a dog. We know they're great companions, but how are they good for your health? ANSWER: People with dogs know the benefits of pet ownership. The unconditional love, trust and loyalty shown by your canine companions, coupled with their unbridled enthusiasm on your return home each day, is hard to put into words. There's another plus of having a dog by your side: It improves your overall physical…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: How innovation is transforming heart transplants. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic doctors are using innovation to improve the lives of people who suffer from congestive heart failure and other chronic heart conditions. The Organ Care System, also known as "heart in a box," is potentially helping to expand the donor pool, which is crucial, considering that more than 4,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for a new heart. That's according to the organization Donate Life America. Dr. Lisa LeMond, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist,…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic expert on future of HIV on World AIDS Day. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World AIDS Day, observed on Dec. 1, raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and pays tribute to those affected by the disease. Globally, about 39 million people are living with HIV infection, according to the World Health Organization. HIV is the virus that causes the condition. The virus can spread through sexual contact, sharing infected needles and, less commonly, it can pass from mother to child. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases physician and HIV researcher, says that, while there…
(2023-12-10). Innovation in lung cancer screening, treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Lung cancer is the largest cancer killer of adult men and women worldwide. One of the reasons is that by the time symptoms develop, the cancer is too advanced for a cure. The goal of lung cancer screening is to detect cancer at an earlier stage and save more lives. Smoking is the No. 1 cause of lung cancer, and it's recommended that anyone over 55 who has a significant history of smoking, even if…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Health benefits of volunteering. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My neighbor recently retired, and I've been trying to convince her to volunteer at the library with me. She's not swayed by my stories of feeling good from helping others. Can you share some other benefits of dedicating her time and energy to a cause? ANSWER: Thank you for volunteering in your community and for trying to persuade your neighbor to join you. Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people's lives. The…
(2023-12-10). Identifying new potential in cancer-killing T cells. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Joanina Gicobi began her Ph.D. degree five years ago at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, she was interested in thinking creatively about ways to improve cancer treatment. In particular, she was curious about the body's natural ability to fight tumors: Could that process be improved? In the laboratory of Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., she joined efforts to learn more about the T cells that are part of an inherent cancer-killing immune response. Joanina Gicobi,…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees approves plans to transform healthcare, improve experience for staff and patients, redesign Rochester campus. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's Board of Trustees has approved Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester, a multiyear strategic initiative that advances Mayo Clinic's Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. It reimagines Mayo Clinic's downtown Rochester campus and introduces new facilities with a combination of innovative care concepts and digital technologies that will give Mayo Clinic the ability to scale transformation in ways never before imagined. This…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic study explores heart failure, uncovers gene's role in recovery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers studying the genetics of people who had recently developed dilated cardiomyopathy, one of the most common causes of heart failure, have found a particular gene to target for developing future drug therapy treatments. The disease makes it harder for the heart's left ventricle to pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. In this first genome-wide association study, the researchers sought to understand why some patients get better after developing the condition —…
(2023-12-10). Health and zombie cells in aging. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org With age, cells can experience senescence, a state where they stop growing but continue releasing inflammatory and tissue-degrading molecules. When a person is young, the immune system responds and eliminates senescent cells, often referred to as zombie cells. However, zombie cells linger and contribute to various age-related health problems and diseases. Mayo Clinic researchers, in two studies, shed light on the biology of aging cells. In a study published in Aging Cell, Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed zombie…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin achieves Magnet designation for nursing excellence. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin has achieved Magnet designation, the highest national honor for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Mayo Clinic Health System received the recognition on Nov. 29 as a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care. The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest…
(2023-12-10). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo gives tips on preventing falls on ice during busy season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Tis the season of a million errands and shopping trips, and it just so happens to coincide with that time of year when ice and snow begin to impact travel, both in our cars and on foot. In the north country, a good pair of boots isn't always enough to protect your feet and ankles from injury if you're not careful. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 1…
(2023-12-10). The rainbow of urine colors: What's typical, what's not. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regular urine color varies but usually ranges from clear to pale yellow. The exact hue depends on how much water you drink. Fluids dilute the yellow pigments in urine. So the more you drink, the clearer your urine looks. When you drink less, the yellow color becomes stronger. Some foods and medications can change the color of urine. For example, foods like beets, blackberries and fava beans can turn urine pink or red. Some medications…
(2023-12-10). People I Truly Like. Larry Reports. smoothiex12.blogspot.com 
Look at this company))) I should have been there too, man.
(2023-12-10). US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate Gaza cease-fire. muslimmirror.com WASHINGTON : The US vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution on Friday that demanded an immediate cease-fire to halt the ongoing bloodshed in the Gaza Strip as the death toll continues to mount. The text, which was co-sponsored by nearly 100 UN member states, received the support of 13 Security Council members. The United …
(2023-12-10). Activists Receive Threats Over Akii Bua Stadium Construction. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda |THE INDEPENDENT | Activists in Lango are reportedly receiving threats following their petition over construction of Akii-Bua stadium in Lira City. Last month, the activists petitioned Confederation of African Football (CAF) over the removal of Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira City from hosting the African Cup of Nations, AFCON 2027. Subsequently, the group …
(2023-12-10). Experts Concerned About Unutilised UGX 200b SME Recovery Funds. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Small and medium-scale enterprises are still experiencing an increase in the cost of production and inputs, even as COVID-19 is long gone. This is according to the results of a survey done by the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) meant to among others assess business resilience to the effects of …
(2023-12-10). Museveni Criticizes Religious Fundraising For Fueling Corruption. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has cautioned religious leaders against conducting fundraising events, saying they partly contribute to the promotion of corruption in the country."I would like you, the Church, and the Mosque people to help us, it is not the main source, but it is also a contributory problem. …
(2023-12-10). NCDC Starts Review of Early Childhood Development Learning Framework. independent.co.ug 
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT| The National Curriculum Development Centre-NCDC has started reviewing the early childhood development (ECD) learning framework. The review started on Thursday with a consultative meeting at Collin Hotel Mukono. NCDC had spent eighteen years without revisiting the framework. The current ECD framework for children between the ages of three to six years …
(2023-12-10). US government announces more sanctions for Ugandan officials. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday announced sanctions against current and former Ugandan officials who committed human rights abuses against opposition leaders and other groups including homosexuals. "After Uganda's flawed 2021 presidential elections, I announced a visa restriction policy targeting those believed to be responsible for, or …
(2023-12-10). 2] In search of solace whilst supplicating for our oppressed brothers and sisters in Palestine. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Al-Allaamah Saalih Al-Fawzaan [may Allah preserve him] stated: A person is neither to lose hope nor despair. He should not make the people lose hope of a return to goodness. He should not make the people lose hope regarding [the fact] that truth …
(2023-12-10). BRICS News Digest for the previous week. tvbrics.com 
We tell you what happened in the five countries during the week…
(2023-12-10). Indian engineering products are exported by top 25 global players. tvbrics.com 
According to engineering export promotion organisation EEPC India, India's exports of engineering products to 18 of the top 25 countries in the world, maintained positive growth in October 2023…
(2023-12-10). Javier Milei Takes Office as President of Argentina. tvbrics.com 
The inauguration took place on 10 December…
2023-12-10: News Headlines
(2023-12-10). Dec 10, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ The Ghost of Tom Joad — Bruce Springsteen w/Tom Morello Christmas Truces Past and Future — World Beyond War Only Truth And Clear Seeing Can Lead Us To Peace And Harmony, by Caitlin Johnstone A Wall and a Watchtower: Why is Israel Failing? by Ilan Pappe On How Israeli/US War Crimes in Gaza are orders of Magnitude Worse than Russia in Ukraine, by Juan Cole The Genocide in Gaza — Chris Hedges Lecture (Video) Day 64: U.S., alone against the world, vetoes Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire Israel flooding tunnels in Gaza would constitute war crime — Russian diploma…
(2023-12-09). Dec 9, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Julie Fowlis — Bothan Àirigh am Brà igh Raithneach SC Editorial: In the Season of Goodwill, A Tip for Biden… Stop Fueling War Patrick Lawrence: Gaza Divides the World Ukraine, Palestine, Taiwan. The course to WW3 and how to stop it, by D Konstantakopoulos The Evil Israel Does is the Evil Israel Gets, by Chris Hedges Day 62: Qassam Thwarts Israeli Rescue Mission | More Massacres in Gaza | Guterres: UNSC Will Discuss Gaza Stop the Slaughter in Palestine, by Eric Margolis Israel's War on Gaza shouldn't be America's War, by Andrew J. Bacevich Dying to Be Free: Releasing Palestin…
(2023-12-10). President-elect of Guatemala, Bernardo Arévalo, warns that "coup d'état" is underway. peoplesdispatch.org Guatemala's Prosecutor's Office announced on December 8 that the elections held this year which saw the victory of progressive Bernardo Arévalo de León, must be annulled due to alleged administrative irregularities of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal. The move comes after
(2023-12-09). New Yorkers march on Wall St. to demand an end to US funding of Israel. peoplesdispatch.org People in New York City once again took to the streets to demand a permanent ceasefire in Israel's war on Gaza and an end US aid to Israel. Protesters marched from Foley Square to NYC City Hall, Wall Street, and Washington Square Park to raise their demands. The protest took place as the United Nations Security Council was voting on a ceasefire resolution, which was vetoed by the United States. | The protest was called for by the Shut It Down for Palestine Coalition, composed of several organizations including the International Peoples' Assembly, the Palestinian Youth Movement, the ANSWER Coalition, and National…
(2023-12-09). As the US vetoes UNSC ceasefire resolution, the people take the streets for Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org 
Crowds of thousands take to the streets across the country, disrupting centers of power, responding to a call to "Shut It Down for Palestine"
(2023-12-09). Rising incidents of custodial death trigger demonstration in Sri Lanka. peoplesdispatch.org On December 4, scores of Tamils staged a demonstration in Kokuvil over the killing of 13-year-old Anandadeepan Darsanth. The boy was reportedly beaten to death and pronounced dead on November 29 after Sri Lankan police picked him on the allegation of stealing on November 16. | During his funeral rites, outraged locals took to the streets while
(2023-12-09). Editorial] Health Day at COP28: a hard-won (partial) gain. thelancet.com The Lancet has long campaigned for the link between climate change and health to be recognised, and so we welcome the first Health Day at a COP summit, which took place on Dec 3, at COP28 in Dubai. Planned to showcase the links between health and climate change, the day saw US$1 billion of funding provided for both mitigation and adaptation programmes, with an emphasis on transformation of health systems, addressing the environmental determinants of health, and ensuring communities and vulnerable populations are protected.
(2023-12-09). Comment] Still relevant: the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. thelancet.com Dec 10, 2023, marks the 75th anniversary of the founding commitment of the modern human rights movement, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).1 75 years on, the world is tested and tormented by an agonising array of conflicts in which human rights violations are not secondary outcomes, but rather central to such conflicts. Ethnic cleansing, collective punishment, apartheid, sexual violence as a tool of state terror, and the deliberate targeting of health-care facilities and workers are part of multiple ongoing conflicts in 2023.
(2023-12-09). World Report] FDA investigating safety risks in CAR T-cell recipients. thelancet.com The US regulator has received 20 reports of T-cell malignancies following immunotherapy. Roxanne Nelson reports.
(2023-12-09). World Report] Australia delivers apology to survivors of thalidomide. thelancet.com More than 60 years since thalidomide began to cause birth defects worldwide, the Australian Prime Minister issues an apology for the Government's role in the scandal. Tony Kirby reports.
(2023-12-09). World Report] New US initiative to prevent gun violence welcomed. thelancet.com Thwarted by Congress, President Joe Biden has created the first White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Susan Jaffe reports from Washington, DC.
(2023-12-09). Perspectives] Digitising the outbreak. thelancet.com A long-envisaged goal of outbreak response is a system that capitalises on the availability of massive amounts of diverse data types and the pervasiveness of smartphones to track and communicate an individual's risk in real time. Let's call this hypothetical app "WhatsEpi". What might WhatsEpi look like and how could existing technologies be used to realise it for the future disease X pandemic?
(2023-12-09). Perspectives] Creating the conditions for justice. thelancet.com The phrase, "the pandemic is a portal" has been repeated endlessly since the COVID-19 pandemic began, sometimes as a meditation, other times as a demand, and occasionally as a statement of fact. But now, as societies move on in the wake of the pandemic, where are we in this portal? The answer depends largely on your theory of change and your role in the intersecting social movements that have engaged in dialogue and action around the expansive global and local injustices related to the pandemic and the inequities it highlighted.
(2023-12-09). Obituary] Mahmoud Fahmy Fathalla. thelancet.com Obstetrician and champion of reproductive and maternal health. He was born in Abu Hammad, Egypt, on May 1, 1935, and died in Assiut, Egypt, on Nov 10, 2023, aged 88 years.
(2023-12-09). Correspondence] Lower respiratory tract infections in early childhood. thelancet.com We read with enthusiasm the cohort study by James Peter Allinson and colleagues,1 who estimated the risk and burden of premature adult mortality from respiratory disease attributable to lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) in the early childhoods of 5362 participants born in Great Britain in March, 1946. Cohort participants were contacted 25 times from birth until 2019. Although the study has addressed an important public health question, we are concerned about the assessment of exposure.
(2023-12-09). Correspondence] Lower respiratory tract infections in early childhood. thelancet.com The Article by James Peter Allinson and colleagues1 has aroused special interest from paediatric and respiratory physicians and researchers. This birth cohort study, which spans about eight decades, has highlighted the close relationship between lung health during early childhood and the survival rate from respiratory disease during adulthood. The authors claim that impaired lung function is a mediator linking early childhood lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) to respiratory-cause adult mortality, independent of socioeconomic circumstances and adult smoking.
(2023-12-09). Correspondence] Lower respiratory tract infections in early childhood. thelancet.com Historical and prospective cohort studies have shown that early lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI), especially pneumonia in the first 2 years of life, is associated with impaired adult lung function. This exposure is also associated with premature mortality from respiratory disease, as shown by James Peter Allinson and colleagues with data from the National Survey of Health and Development (NSHD).1 The authors state that the majority of these deaths were because of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and they show that forced expiratory volume in 1‚Äàs mediates much of the link b…
(2023-12-09). Correspondence] Lower respiratory tract infections in early childhood — Authors' reply. thelancet.com We thank Xiaoqian Zhang and colleagues, Jianning Guo and colleagues, and Seif Shaheen for their thoughtful correspondence regarding our Article.1…
(2023-12-10). Globalize the Intifada: Regional resistance, international struggle and Palestinian liberation on the 36th anniversary of the great Intifada. samidoun.net Amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza carried out by the Zionist regime and the heroic resistance of the Palestinian people, December 7-9 2023 marks the 36th anniversary of the launch of the great popular Palestinian Intifada of 1987, one of the longest sustained grassroots uprisings in history and an example, like today's battle, of the …
(2023-12-10). US sends 'bunker buster' bombs to Israel for war on Gaza. indybay.org Apart from ground-penetrating munitions, US has also given Israel several other types of bombs and artillery shells.
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: Non Violent Direct Action Workshop. indybay.org near 12th St Bart in Oakland…
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: The Rise of Jewish Voice for Peace. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: Sacramento Rally & March: International Human Rights Day. indybay.org Memorial Auditorium | 1515 J St | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-10). Monday 12/11: Webinar: Anti-Doxxing Defense: Basic Social Media and Protest Safety. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: From Awareness to Action: Organizing for Tech Workers. indybay.org Zoom | Register at: bit.ly/techorganizing101…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Berkeley City Council Meeting. indybay.org 1321 Addison St | Berkeley, CA…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Vallejo City Council Meeting. indybay.org Vallejo City Hall | 555 Santa Clara St | Vallejo, CA…
(2023-12-10). Wednesday 12/13: Artist Teach-In for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | Register at: bit.ly/artists4pal…
(2023-12-10). Thursday 12/14: Webinar: How You Can Support Palestine. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Monday 12/11: The Missing Peace: Discussing Palestine over the Holidays. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Press Conference and Visit to Senator Alex Padilla's Sacramento Office. indybay.org Federal Building | 501 I St | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Woodland: Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org 622 Main Street | Woodland, CA…
(2023-12-10). Thursday 12/14: Sacramento: Human Rights Day Candlelight Vigil. indybay.org Corner of 16th & J St | Sacramento, Ca…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Action: Palestine Phone Jam + Social Media Storm. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/17: Virtual Q&A Discussion of 3 Short Films about Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Menlo Park: Rally for Palestine. indybay.org
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Santa Clara City Council Meeting. indybay.org 500 Warburton Ave, Santa Clara, CA | or | via Zoom (Meeting ID: 997 0675 9306)…
(2023-12-10). Wednesday 12/13: Youth Mass Mobilization for Palestine. indybay.org 555 Franklin St | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-12-10). Saturday 12/16: Bakersfield: Shut It Down for Palestine. indybay.org Bakersfield, CA (exact location to be revealed on Dec 15)…
(2023-12-10). The View from Washington: Let the Killing in Gaza Continue. dissidentvoice.org Bloodletting as form; murder as fashion. The ongoing campaign in Gaza by Israel's Defence Forces continues without stalling and restriction. But the burgeoning number of corpses is starting to become a challenge for the propaganda outlets: How to justify it? Fortunately for Israel, the United States, its unqualified defender, is happy to provide cover for …
(2023-12-10). Monkeys: Nature's Playful Wonders and the Battle for Their Survival. pressenza.com by: Assaf Levy, Step into the lush landscapes of tropical rainforests or the wide-open spaces of savannas, and you might witness a captivating show unfolding high in the treetops — the world of monkeys. These clever creatures, distant relatives to humans, bring joy and wonder to the wild. Today, let's learn about monkeys — their different types, special traits, their problems, and the important work being done to keep them safe. | — | Monkeys form a diverse and sizable mammal category, encompassing the majority of primates. While humans, chimpanzees, and other…
(2023-12-10). The Evil Israel Does Is The Evil Israel Gets. popularresistance.org I knew Dr. Abdel Aziz al-Rantisi, the co-founder of Hamas, along with Sheikh Ahmed Ismail Yassin. Al-Rantisi's family were expelled to the Gaza Strip by Zionist militias from historic Palestine during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. He did not fit the demonized image of a Hamas leader. He was a soft spoken, articulate and highly educated pediatrician who had graduated first in his class at Egypt's Alexandria University. | As a nine-year-old boy, he witnessed executions in Khan Younis of 275 Palestinian men and boys, including his uncle, when Israel briefly occupied the Gaza Strip in 1956, the subject of Joe Sacco's ma…
(2023-12-10). Role Of US Menwith Hill NSA Base And The United Kingdom In Gaza. popularresistance.org Every Tuesday at 6pm, rain or shine, a small group of protestors stand outside a U.S. base in North Yorkshire with banners and flags. Members and supporters of the Menwith Hill Accountability Campaign (MHAC) are there to protest at the unaccountable and highly secret activities that go on inside the U.S. spy base nominally called 'RAF' Menwith Hill but run by the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA). In recent weeks the focus has been on the UK's role in events in Gaza. | Just how is the UK government involved in Gaza? According to the Campaign Against the Arms Trade, the UK has consistently sold arms to Israel si…
(2023-12-10). When Black And White Tenant Farmers Joined Together. popularresistance.org It's 1935 and class war is brewing in Arkansas. Standing before 1,500 black and white sharecroppers, the radical Methodist minister Ward Rodgers thunders, "I can lead a mob to lynch any planter in Poinsett County." The crowd erupts with applause. | These white and black sharecroppers who worked, lived, and died amid the vestiges of the Southern plantation system were no strangers to terror. The night before, a group of planters and deputy sheriffs had attacked an adult education class taught by Rodgers. The landowner class, the banks, the police, and an offshoot of the Ku Klux Klan called the Nightriders had been…
(2023-12-10). 2024 California Black History Month – Pan African Presence in Early California History. indybay.org Pan Africans migrated to California in significant numbers. By 1790, they made up nearly 20 percent of California's population, or one out of every five residents. More importantly, the concept of "race" had far less significance in California than in the United States. While European-born Spaniards controlled California society, Afro-Latinos and mestizos did manage to gain political and economic influence during the Spanish and Mexican periods of California history. African Cuban, Danish Jewish first elected Treasurer of San Francisco, Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. and several other "hidden figure…
(2023-12-10). Saturday 12/9: Palestine Writes Literature Festival. indybay.org
(2023-12-10). WATCH: Canadian news anchor calls out body shamer on live TV. geo.tv News anchor was praised by netizens for standing up to body-shaming bullies online…
(2023-12-10). Witnessing The Gaza Genocide And Dealing With Despair. popularresistance.org Israel's genocidal assault on the civilian population of Gaza is not being carried out by carpet bombing alone. Electricity and water have been cut off. Desperately needed food, water and medical supplies are not being allowed in. Israel has deployed starvation as a weapon of war. Hundreds of big-rig trucks are lined up at the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, waiting to deliver their cargoes of food, water, medicine, and basic necessities. | This is the southern Gaza border, which is supposed to be controlled by Egypt. Israel has bombed the Gaza side of the border, however, and Egypt, a military dictatorship tha…
(2023-12-10). Does Israel want to wipe Gaza off the map? electronicintifada.net Vast numbers of archives have been deliberately destroyed.
(2023-12-10). After years of struggle, NSW public sector wages cap is removed. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Ballarat TLC says fascists will never co-opt Eureka Day. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). 'Boomers vs Gen Z' narrative hides the class divide. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Climate is the real threat, protesters tell defence conference. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Gaza: Why doesn't the United Nations deploy 'Responsibility to Protect'? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Health care workers for Palestine call for a permanent ceasefire. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Labor falls short on Robodebt royal commission measures. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Multiple faith groups target PM on climate. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). Richard Marles' new AUKUS defence procurement laws: Sovereignty or subordination? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). VAD becomes legal in NSW, but Telehealth ban bites. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). 'You don't betray your sources': Disrupt Burrup Hub tells the ABC. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-10). The Radioactive Pacific Ocean. counterpunch.org
(2023-12-10). What's a Good Economy, Anyway? counterpunch.org Far from being an obviously good economy that only partisans and the brainwashed could question, by any more specific measurement than "jobs are good," the economy is in fact awful, and has relentlessly squeezed the average American for decades. Yes, on some level, it is better to have a job than not to have a job — but understandably, Americans seem to want a bit more from life than a place to clock in and clock out. | To read this article, log in If you are logged in but ca…
(2023-12-10). Destruyen la democracia en el país que dice garantizarla en todo el planeta. globalizacion.ca Estados Unidos tiene unas 750 bases militares en más de 80 países y se dice que existen para garantizar la democracia en el mundo. Una justificación con muy poco fundamento. | De 1945 a 2022, Estados Unidos ha impulsado o apoyado…
(2023-12-10). EU's AI Act Falls Short: No Ban on Live Facial Recognition Raises Concerns. truthout.org Privacy advocates on Saturday said the AI Act, a sweeping proposed law to regulate artificial intelligence in the European Union whose language was finalized Friday, appeared likely to fail at protecting the public from one of AI's greatest threats: live facial recognition. Representatives of the European Commission spent 37 hours this week negotiating provisions in the AI Act with the European… |
(2023-12-10). Moscow Trip Report. sonar21.com Why was I in Moscow? It was not a secret mission. Let's call it a mission of peace. I was invited to speak at a round table on multi-polarity and the future of Russian/American relations by the International Russophile Movement. The IRM or "MIR" (in French), is a recently formed organization. Pepe Escobar wrote about the inaugural meeting, which took place in March 2023 ( This was a much smaller gathering and I was fortunate to be invited to share the co…
(2023-12-10). Israel y Estados Unidos planean la deportación total de Gaza. globalizacion.ca Deportar a todos los gazatíes es el plan conjunto de Estados Unidos e Israel, según el cual los palestinos serán ´reubicados ª a Egipto, Irak, Turquía y Yemen. Esta limpieza étnica a gran escala se presenta cínicamente como un plan de…
(2023-12-10). The Forcible Transfer of 85% of Palestinians in Gaza Is a Crime Against Humanity. truthout.org Since the October 7 attacks by Hamas that killed 1,200 people in Israel, the Israeli occupying forces have killed more than 17,000 Palestinians, over 7,000 of them children, and wounded more than 46,000. Close to 1.9 million people — about 85 percent of Gaza's population — have been forced to flee their homes and squeeze into roughly one-third of the Gaza Strip. The vast majority of people in Gaza… |
(2023-12-10). Elephant Seal Deaths in Antarctica Raise Fears of Avian Flu Threatening Penguin Colonies. truthout.org In a further red flag for penguin populations in Antarctica, a new report reveals that hundreds of elephants seals have been found dead. While on the surface the two trends may seem unrelated, the chair of the Antarctic Wildlife Health Network, Dr. Meagan Dewar, told The Guardian on Friday that "at some sites we've had mass mortalities, where we are getting into the hundreds" when it comes to… |
(2023-12-10). African States Cancel Agreements With France. orinocotribune.com The military governments of Mali and Niger have each terminated treaties with France that allowed them to cooperate with the former colonial power on tax matters. The two West African countries announced the decision in a joint According to the statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Mali's foreign ministry, the Malian government is annulling a 1972 agreement with Paris aimed at avoiding double taxation and establishing rules of reciprocal assistance in various tax m…
(2023-12-10). Rockets Hit US Embassy in Baghdad Amid Rage Over Its Support for Israel. orinocotribune.com The US embassy in Baghdad has been targeted with rockets as anti-US sentiments run high in the country over Washington's staunch support for the ongoing Israeli genocide against Gazans. | Explosions were heard early on Friday near the Iraqi capital's heavily fortified Green Zone, which houses the embassy. | A US embassy spokesperson confirmed the attack, saying it did not result in any casualties. | An Iraqi security official said 14 Katyusha rockets were fired and that while some struck near one of the embassy's gates, others fell into the nearby Tigris river. | No group has claimed responsibility for the attack…
(2023-12-10). México — La Cuarta Transformación y el Estado de Bienestar. globalizacion.ca Desde las primeras décadas del siglo veinte empezaron a tomar cuerpo una teoría y una práctica económicas que recibieron el nombre de Estado de Bienestar. Históricamente los primeros y máximos exponentes de estas dos nuevas ideas fueron los llamados países…
(2023-12-10). 'We Feared Our Government Would Kill Us And Blame Hamas'. popularresistance.org A recently released Israeli captive held in Gaza revealed that she feared Israel would kill her and others through indiscriminate shelling and then blame Hamas, Ynet reported on 6 December. | Menir Oz made the statement in a meeting between her and other recently released captives and their family members on the one hand, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his war cabinet on the other. | During the meeting, the released captives and family members expressed anger at Netanyahu for his war policy which put their lives in danger. | "I was there and I know how hard it is in captivity," said Menir. "Every day i…
(2023-12-10). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 63: Israeli Army Strips, Blindfolds Men. popularresistance.org Two months on, it is becoming more and more difficult to summarize in an article the sheer scope of violence, war crimes, and human rights violations being committed in Gaza in the span of a single day. | Horrifying images have emerged of Palestinian men stripped down to their underwear, blindfolded, handcuffed, and made to line up kneeling in the streets or in non descript lots. | Struggling to come up with any credible proof of military success in Gaza besides the slaughter of civilians, Israeli forces have claimed that the men are Hamas fighters who surrendered.
(2023-12-10). As US Vetoes Ceasefire Resolution, People Take The Streets For Palestine. popularresistance.org From Alaska to Florida, people in the US once again took to the streets en masse to demand a permanent ceasefire in Israel's war on Gaza and an end US aid to Israel. The Shut It Down for Palestine Coalition, composed of several organizations including the International Peoples' Assembly, the Palestinian Youth Movement, the ANSWER Coalition, and National Students for Justice in Palestine, called for a day of action on December 8, to continue putting pressure on Israel and the US one week after Israel resumed its genocidal violence against Gaza.
(2023-12-10). An explosive new study describing "unintended immune responses" from mRNA injections has dropped a tactical nuke on Pfizer. expose-news.com Last Wednesday, The Telegraph published an article on a study that showed one in four who had Moderna or Pfizer Covid jabs experienced unintended immune response. This "unintended immune response," The Telegraph …
(2023-12-10). Climate Trace Detects Underreported Soaring Emissions. pressenza.com COP28, the UN Conference of the Parties in oil-rich Dubai, currently underway, will not resolve the issue of oil and gas companies agreeing to slow down oil production. On the contrary, all signals point to an increase according to formal plans already laid out by the industry, as stated by the International Energy Agency. Reuters November 2023 headline says it all: Global Fossil Fuel Production Plans Far Exceed Climate Targets. | Greenhouse gas emissions will continue to rip roar, snort, huff and puff higher ever higher post COP28. It's guaranteed. The oil companies insist upon it. And a new kid on the block nam…
(2023-12-10). Ethnic cleansing of Muslims from Uttarakhand gets national attention. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba The hill state of Uttarakhand is the first state in India where a systematic campaign for ethnic cleansing of the Muslims is gathering momentum but this facet of Indian reality is hardly pricking the national consciousness. No one is calling for 'national chintan' which is necessary because today 14 percent of …
(2023-12-10). US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate Gaza cease-fire. muslimmirror.com WASHINGTON : The US vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution on Friday that demanded an immediate cease-fire to halt the ongoing bloodshed in the Gaza Strip as the death toll continues to mount. The text, which was co-sponsored by nearly 100 UN member states, received the support of 13 Security Council members. The United …
(2023-12-10). Essequibo Dispute: Venezuela and Guyana Agree on Presidential Meeting. orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-10). Social Worker Shortage Looms If Field Keeps Relying on Unpaid Student Labor. truthout.org Anyone who has ever interacted with New York City's vast social welfare system has probably come into contact with a social work student. For those who haven't, it might come as a surprise that much of the case management, housing stabilization, crisis intervention and counseling services for people who are low-income, criminal legal system-involved, experiencing homelessness, or disabled… |
(2023-12-10). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 16.800 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-10). Realizan protestas en COP28 a favor de alto el fuego en Gaza. telesurtv.net Según medios internacionales, cientos de personas participaron en la manifestación, considerada la mayor realizada en el contexto del evento.
(2023-12-10). Sube a 17.700 cifra de asesinados por ataques israelíes en Gaza. telesurtv.net El número de heridos se elevó a 48.780 personas. Este viernes las tropas de ocupación ultimaron a al menos 300 civiles.
(2023-12-10). México llama a respetar resultados de comicios en Guatemala. telesurtv.net La diplomacia mexicana expresó su rechazo a "cualquier acción en detrimento del orden constitucional".
(2023-12-10). Venezuela y Guyana se reunirán sin interferencia de actores externos. telesurtv.net La reunión tendrá lugar el próximo 14 de diciembre, en San Vicente y las Granadinas, a las 10H00 hora local. Fue convenida por ambos países en el seno de la Celac.
(2023-12-10). Rechazan el veto de EE.UU. en el Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU. telesurtv.net El jefe de la ONU para los refugiados de Palestina (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, señaló que es la "hora más oscura" en la historia de la organización.
(2023-12-10). Decenas de miles de palestinos desplazados se quedan sin refugio en Rafah. telesurtv.net Las autoridades de ocupación israelíes han emitido avisos de evacuación a varios palestinos en el área de la Puerta de Marruecos en la Ciudad Vieja de Jerusalén.
(2023-12-10). Derrumbe de un muro deja siete muertos en el norte de India. telesurtv.net Tres mujeres y un niño perdieron la vida después de que un muro se derrumbara sobre ellos cuando participaban en una boda.
(2023-12-10). Franja de Gaza es el lugar más peligroso del mundo para los niños. telesurtv.net Unicef advirtió sobre la situación precaria de los menores de edad en Gaza y exigió un inmediato cese al fuego humanitario.
(2023-12-10). Guyana y ExxonMobil tendrán que sentarse a dialogar con Venezuela. telesurtv.net Presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, reivindica el Acuerdo de Ginebra como medio para solucionar el conflicto.
(2023-12-10). Dos fallecidos tras fuertes lluvias en Angra dos Reis, sureste de Brasil. telesurtv.net Un total de 300 personas quedaron sin hogar. Se registran durante una madrugada 250 mm, lo calculado para todo el mes de diciembre.
(2023-12-10). Cuba frustra plan violento de terroristas radicados en EE.UU. telesurtv.net Ministerio del Interior detuvo e investiga a grupo de personas vinculadas a planes para realizar acciones terroristas y desestabilizadoras durante las celebraciones de fin de año…
(2023-12-10). Cuba rechaza veto cómplice de EE.UU. con crímenes de guerra de Israel. telesurtv.net Presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel cuestiona veto de Washington a propuesta de alto el fuego en la Franja de Gaza, tras 63 días de brutal agresión israelí.
(2023-12-10). Hezbulá ataca bases israelíes en rechazo a asedio a Gaza. telesurtv.net
(2023-12-10). Desbordamiento de ríos en Ecuador deja 400 damnificados. telesurtv.net En días pasados, se realizó una reunión del Comité de Operaciones de Emergencia Cantonal, para articular acciones y atender a los damnificados.
(2023-12-10). Salvadoreños recuerdan a victimas de la masacre de El Mozote. telesurtv.net En el acto para recordar la masacre de El Mozote participaron familiares de sobrevivientes que clamaron por justicia inmediata.
(2023-12-10). Defensores de DD.HH. que dejaron su huella en el mundo. telesurtv.net La Declaración Universal de los Derechos Humanos, es el documento que establece los derechos humanos fundamentales que deben protegerse en el mundo entero.
(2023-12-10). Cámara de Diputados de Bolivia aprueba Presupuesto del Estado. telesurtv.net La propuesta aprobada prevé un crecimiento del 3,71 por ciento del PIB, lo que representa un aumento de 3.000 millones de dólares con respecto al presupuesto del año 2023.
(2023-12-10). Tornados en Tennessee, EE.UU. dejan al menos seis muertos. telesurtv.net Equipos de emergencia mantienen las labores de búsqueda y rescate para constatar la existencia de más víctimas, entre muertos o heridos.
(2023-12-10). Presidentes ruso y egipcio debaten sobre situación en Palestina. telesurtv.net Los mandatarios reconocieron la necesidad de alcanzar un alto el fuego y una "solución justa e integral" a la cuestión palestina.
(2023-12-10). Israel ataca más de 250 supuestos objetivos de Hamás en 24 horas. telesurtv.net Los nuevos bombardeos israelíes contra la ciudad palestina de Khan Yunis dejó un saldo de diez palestinos muertos y decenas de heridos.
(2023-12-10). Represión policial deja tres detenidos en el sur de Perú. telesurtv.net Los agentes policiales reprimieron al grupo de manifestantes cuando intentaban bloquear un sector de la carretera Panamericana.
(2023-12-10). Gustavo Petro denuncia una nueva amenaza de muerte en su contra. telesurtv.net El mandatario colombiano pidió al Ministerio Público iniciar las diligencias contra el ciudadano que aparece en un video, amenazando también a su familia…
(2023-12-10). Reportan cinco muertos y 36 heridos por accidente de bus en Perú. telesurtv.net La Policía Nacional del Perú señaló que el accidente del bus de pasajeros fue reportado sobre las 23H30 (hora local).
(2023-12-10). Tropas israelíes matan a tres jóvenes palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Mahmoud Abu Haniya, de 17 años, fue ultimado a tiros por las fuerzas israelíes en la ciudad de Azzun, Qalqilya ocupada.
(2023-12-10). NHS Under Fire: Whistleblower Claims Patients Were Unjustly Euthanized to Falsely Inflate COVID Pandemic Toll. expose-news.com An NHS whistleblower, who wishes to remain anonymous, has come forward with allegations that the NHS hospitals were not overwhelmed during the Covid-19 pandemic, as was reported by authorities and the mainstream …
(2023-12-09). US sends 'bunker buster' bombs to Israel for war on Gaza. indybay.org Apart from ground-penetrating munitions, US has also given Israel several other types of bombs and artillery shells.
(2023-12-09). Sunday 12/10: Alameda Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Alameda City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda…
(2023-12-09). Hey, Mr Guinea Pig. dissidentvoice.org 
(2023-12-09). Saturday 12/9: Sacramento Action: Boycott Sabra Hummus. indybay.org 1025 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA | and | 3680 Crocker Dr., Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-09). Saturday 12/9: Rally for Palestine by Youth Voices for Humanity. indybay.org King Plaza | 250 Hamilton Ave. | Palto Alto, CA…
(2023-12-09). Saturday 12/9: Free virtual screening of the documentary "The 100 year war on Palestine w/ Rashid Khalidi" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Saturday 12/9: Run for Palestine. indybay.org Jerusalem Coffee House | 5443 Telegraph Ave | Oakland, CA…
(2023-12-09). Sunday 12/10: Postcard Writing Campaign for A Free Palestine. indybay.org Sister Restaurant | 3308 Grand Ave | Oakland, CA…
(2023-12-09). Sunday 12/10: Virtual Teach-In: War on the Diaspora: Anti-Palestinian Violence & Repression in the U.S. indybay.org YouTube livestream | bit.ly/PFCTeach…
(2023-12-09). Saturday 12/9: Gaza Teach-In. indybay.org 1200 Harrison Street | Oakland, Ca…
(2023-12-09). Sunday 12/10: Non Violent Direct Action Workshop. indybay.org near 12th St Bart in Oakland…
(2023-12-09). Sunday 12/10: The Rise of Jewish Voice for Peace. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Monday 12/11: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Sunday 12/10: Sacramento Rally & March: International Human Rights Day. indybay.org Memorial Auditorium | 1515 J St | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-09). Monday 12/11: Webinar: Anti-Doxxing Defense: Basic Social Media and Protest Safety. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Tuesday 12/12: From Awareness to Action: Organizing for Tech Workers. indybay.org Zoom | Register at: bit.ly/techorganizing101…
(2023-12-09). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Berkeley City Council Meeting. indybay.org 1321 Addison St | Berkeley, CA…
(2023-12-09). Tuesday 12/12: Action: Vallejo City Council Meeting. indybay.org Vallejo City Hall | 555 Santa Clara St | Vallejo, CA…
(2023-12-09). Wednesday 12/13: Artist Teach-In for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | Register at: bit.ly/artists4pal…
(2023-12-09). Thursday 12/14: Webinar: How You Can Support Palestine. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Russell Simmons Speaks From Bali: Kimora And Her Convicted Felon Husband Stole $800 Million Of My Stock. moguldom.com Music mogul Russell Simmons, co-founder of Def Jam Recordings, has made shocking claims against his ex-wife, Kimora Lee Simmons. In a recent interview, Simmons alleged that Lee Simmons stole a staggering $800 million from him to secure bail for her husband, Tim Leissner, who had faced criminal charges. During an interview with Graham Bensinger on …
(2023-12-09). Venezuela Will Start Flights to Repatriate Migrants From Chile. orinocotribune.com Venezuela will start a series of flights to repatriate Venezuelan nationals who are in Chile and who wish to return through the Vuelta a la Patria (Return to the Homeland) program, the Venezuelan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil, announced. | In a post on the social media X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, December 8, Gil stated that these flights will be in coordination with the government of Chile. | "Following instructions from President Nicolás Maduro, we announce that in the coming days we will be initiating a series of repatriation flights, coordinated with the government of Chile, through the program Vue…
(2023-12-09). US blocks Gaza peace proposal at UN for 3rd time, holding world hostage. geopoliticaleconomy.com The US government has paralyzed the United Nations, voting against the rest of the world and preventing peace in Gaza by vetoing three different resolutions in the Security Council. Meanwhile, Washington continues giving weapons to Israel.
(2023-12-09). Accidents of Eccentricity: Israel's Pacific Hold. dissidentvoice.org Cunning, subtle, understated. Israeli policy in the Pacific has seen United Nations votes cast in its favour, the foreign policies of certain countries adjusted, and favours switched. While China may be considered the big, threatening beast competing alongside that large, clumsy figure called the United States, the small state of Israel is directing its expertise, …
(2023-12-09). Crowds, Masses and Movements. dissidentvoice.org 
Orientation Why study crowds, masses and movements? It is tempting to imagine that as socialists we must know a great deal about crowds, masses, and in medieval thought individual meant inseparable, that is indivisible. People were defined as individuals by reference to the groups of which they were members. Group membership defined their very identity …
(2023-12-09). Will COP28 End Up as the Greatest Flop in Global Climate Diplomacy Thus Far? truthout.org Global climate summits have rarely produced tangible results. More than anything, they have proven to be nothing less than platforms for verbose empty promises and extensive lobbying for the fossil fuel industry. COP28, currently underway in Dubai, may very well end up as the greatest flop so far in global climate diplomacy. Aside from the fact that it is presided over by the CEO of the United… |
(2023-12-09). The US Condemned Stalin's Prosecution of Journalists. Now It Uses His Playbook. truthout.org Two of my colleagues — Evan Gershkovich in Moscow and Julian Assange in London — languish in prisons for doing their job: keeping you informed. Russia and the U.S., knowingly or not, are following Joseph Stalin's press playbook. A case in point: the Stalinist persecution of U.S. journalist William (Bill) Nathan Oatis in Cold War Czechoslovakia, which mirrors the contemporary prosecutions of my… |
(2023-12-09). Protests Mark One Year Anniversary Of Coup Regime In Peru. popularresistance.org December 7, 2023, marks the one-year anniversary of the US backed right-wing parliamentary coup that ousted democratically elected president Pedro Castillo Terrones. The past 364 days have been some of the bloodiest, most repressive, and tumultuous in recent Peruvian history and the blood continues to be spilled. The US-backed Boluarte regime, led by the Fujimorista right-wing Congress, now has the blood of over 100 martyrs on its hands, with thousands severely injured, imprisoned, and tortured, and many more disappeared. There has yet to be justice in any of these cases as the prosecutor's office becomes mired i…
(2023-12-09). One Year Anniversary of Coup Regime Marks International Day of Solidarity With the Peruvian People. orinocotribune.com By Clau O'Brien Moscoso — Dec 6, 2023 | Tomorrow, December 7th, 2023, marks the one-year anniversary of the
(2023-12-09). New report reveals fossil fuel media influence as WSPA sponsors events for journalists. indybay.org When so called journalism organizations are tainted by the toxic stench of Big Oil money — and very few "environmental" and "climate" organizations appear to have any problem with this — you know that we are in a really dark time in human history.
(2023-12-09). China Calls for a "Roadmap" to a Two-state Solution. dissidentvoice.org This week's News on China. Sources: ‚Ä¢ China calls for a "roadmap" to a two-state solution "China calls for ceasefire, UN peace conference to end Israel-Gaza conflict" "Israeli military widens ground offensive to southern Gaza" "PA thanks China for sending aid to Gazans in hour of need: Palestinian diplomat" ‚Ä¢ US Secretary of Commerce counters …
(2023-12-09). You Are Entitled To Your Opinion, Not Your Own Facts. popularresistance.org On October 19, President Biden gave an Oval Office address. He was desperately trying to convince the nation to support his $105B military and humanitarian aid package for Israel, Ukraine and border efforts. His focus was on the wars between Israel/Hamas and Ukraine/Russia. | Biden's presentation was ahistorical, based upon supposition, personal bias and just wrong. One of Biden's constant underlying themes as he champions support for these failing efforts is that by supporting Israel and Ukraine, we're supporting "democracy". One of the prevalent talking points about Israel is that it's the "only democracy in th…
(2023-12-09). Comicomment: Tragic wave of mass shootings set grim U.S. record. ecns.cn
(2023-12-09). CPC leadership holds meeting on 2024 economic work, anti-corruption work, Party discipline. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Friday held a meeting to analyze and study the economic work of 2024, arrange Party conduct and anti-corruption work, and review regulations on the CPC's disciplinary action.
(2023-12-09). Insights | Former ABC VP: Improving U.S.-China communication beneficial for the whole world. ecns.cn The U.S.-China leaders' summit meeting earlier this month has attracted world attention for its particular relevance today. It is "the first step of a thousand-mile journey" and could lead to betterment in the bilateral relationship, which could be beneficial for not only the two countries but also the whole world, noted Harvey Dzodin, senior fellow at the Center for China & Globalization and former vice president of ABC Television, in an exclusive interview with China News Network recently.
(2023-12-09). China, Singapore agree on Free Trade Agreement upgrade. ecns.cn China and Singapore announced on Thursday that they have reached a protocol to further upgrade the China-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (CSFTA), according to news released by China's Ministry of Commerce on Thursday.
(2023-12-09). 'Rong' unveiled as 2023 cross-Straits Chinese character. ecns.cn The Chinese character "Ëûç", pronounced as rón…° and meaning integration, was selected as the 2023 Cross-Strait Chinese Character, jointly organized by institutions from the Taiwan Straits, in Taipei on Friday.
(2023-12-09). Chinese embassies, consulates to offer temporary visa discounts. ecns.cn As a temporary measure, Chinese embassies and consulates abroad will charge 75 percent of tourist visa fees from Dec. 11 to 31.
(2023-12-09). Upward trend continues in China's foreign trade. ecns.cn China's total imports and exports of goods in November grew by 0.3 percentage points from the previous month to 1.2 percent year-on-year, according to data released Thursday by the General Administration of Customs.
(2023-12-09). 99% of Americans will be financially worse-off than pre-pandemic by mid-2024: Business Insider. ecns.cn Most Americans have depleted their excess savings accumulated during the COVID-19 pandemic, Business Insider reported on Friday, citing JPMorgan, noting that nearly everyone is likely to be worse off financially in the coming months than they were in 2019.
(2023-12-09). Renewable investment urged at COP28. ecns.cn China is indispensable for the world's green transformation, considering the remarkable achievements the country has made in the renewables sector, international experts said on the sidelines of the COP28 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
(2023-12-09). Leadership sets tone for economic work. ecns.cn Solid steps will be taken to effectively enhance economic vitality, prevent and defuse risks and improve social expectations as part of the nation's efforts to promote reasonable economic growth in 2024, according to a key Party meeting on Friday.
(2023-12-09). Digital sector roadmap to aid recovery. ecns.cn Tech firms urged to hike investments in basic research, strategic fields | China's efforts to boost its digital economy and platform companies, and speed up the integration of the digital and real economy will foster new growth drivers and inject strong impetus into the country's economic recovery amid downward pressure, experts and company executives said. | Highlighting that the digital economy has become a new driver in promoting industrial upgrade, they said Chinese tech enterprises should step up investments in state-of-the-art technologies, basic research and strategic forward-looking areas, as well as furt…
(2023-12-09). China Coast Guard controls Philippine vessels. ecns.cn China Coast Guard has lawfully taken control measures against three vessels of the Philippine bureau of fisheries and aquatic resources intruding into waters near Huangyan Island on Saturday, a brief statement said.
(2023-12-09). Cradle of Civilization: Xiongjialing Dam. ecns.cn
(2023-12-09). In Numbers: What has China done to address global climate challenges. ecns.cn
(2023-12-09). Chinese piano virtuoso Lang Lang plays for Macron. ecns.cn Awarded the title of "Sino-French Friendship Ambassador," Chinese piano virtuoso Lang Lang was invited to the Elysee Palace in Paris on Monday local time.
(2023-12-09). Food Safari in Yunnan | Baguette. ecns.cn The Yunnan-Vietnam Railway officially opened in 1910, and the whistle of the meter gauge train sounded the horn for Yunnan to move towards modern society.
(2023-12-09). Pakistani delegation experiences autonomous driving in Beijing. ecns.cn On Thursday, a delegation of Pakistani media think-tankers visited the Yizhuang economic development zone in Beijing, experiencing China's autonomous driving technology at Apollo Park. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). Asia's first cylindrical FPSO facility finishes main construction. ecns.cn The main construction of Haiyang Shiyou 122, Asia's first cylindrical floating production, storage and offloading facility, designed and built by China, was finished on Wednesday in Qingdao, Shandong province, said its operator China National Offshore Oil Corp. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). Bing Dwen Dwen changes skin for the upcoming 'Year of Dragon'. ecns.cn Chinese zodiac Dragon version of Bing Dwen Dwen, a Beijing Winter Olympic Games mascot, and licensed products of the new version, including toys, badges and keychains,"ÄÄhit the market in Beijing on Thursday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). Rainbow, icicles seen on Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall. ecns.cn A majestic rainbow appeared above the renowned Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River, creating an enchanting scene with rows of icicles hanging from rocks along riverbanks as the waterfall embraced a temperature drop recently.
(2023-12-09). Amazing! Festival to celebrate ice collection in NE China. ecns.cn With the first block of ice"ÄÄcollected from the frozen Songhua River, the fourth Harbin Ice Harvest Festival"ÄÄkicked off on Thursday in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). Made-in-China metro train goes into operation in northern Portugal. ecns.cn The first Made-in-China metro train in the European Union (EU) was put into commercial operation in Porto, Portugal on Wednesday.
(2023-12-09). China unveils world's first unmanned 20-story vertical veggie farm. ecns.cn The world's first 20-story unmanned vertical veggie farm has entered operation in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The world's tallest unmanned plants factory was developed by the Institute of Urban Agriculture (IUA) under the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). I am the luckiest person in the world: Gu Ailing. ecns.cn Freestyle skiing Olympic champion Gu Ailing debuted in China on Thursday after the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics at the FIS half pipe World Cup qualification round at Genting Resort in Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). Food Safari in Yunnan | Yiliang roast duck. ecns.cn When rail lies in repose, it tells the stories of Yiliang over the past century. Nothing more than Yiliang roast duck can stimualte the natural desire to eat for its inviting appearance, and its elemental smell.
(2023-12-09). Guterres invokes 'most powerful tool' Article 99, in bid for humanitarian ceasefire. mronline.org 
Invoking a rarely used article of the UN Charter, Secretary-General António Guterres on Wednesday called on the Security Council to "press to avert a humanitarian catastrophe" in Gaza and unite in a call for a full humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militants.
(2023-12-09). How Israel undermined the prisoner exchange by widening the definition of 'security prisoners'. mronline.org 
Israel undermined the prisoner exchange with Hamas by widening the definition of "security prisoners" to include those held for little more than social media posts.
(2023-12-09). Israeli politician calls for captured Palestinians to be 'buried alive'. mronline.org Far-right deputy mayor of Jerusalem describes arrested Palestinians in Gaza as 'subhuman' and invokes biblical reference.
(2023-12-09). The attack against the freedom to read and what to do about it. mronline.org During the past three years, the country has seen a dramatic increase in book bans at public and K-12 school libraries and in rightwing pro-censorship activism, usually targeting books that address race, gender identity, or sexuality.
(2023-12-09). Chris Hedges: The Evil Israel Does is the Evil Israel Gets. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-09). Beltway Geniuses Keep Flinging Russia and China Into Each Other's Arms. scheerpost.com 
By Eve Ottenberg / CounterPunch You don't hear much about it in the U.S., but Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative is a big deal in the Global South. That's because it has installed infrastructure from airports to railways to ports to hospitals in poor countries with no other way to get such things. BRI also …
(2023-12-09). Make America Fascist Again (MAFA!). scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-09). The House Intelligence Committee's Surveillance 'Reform' Bill Is a Farce. scheerpost.com 
By India McKinney / Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) Earlier this week, both the House Committee on the Judiciary (HJC) and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) marked up two very different bills (H.R. 6570 — Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act in HJC, and HR 6611, the FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act of …
(2023-12-09). Time for a Transnational Uprising Against a Reckless Escalation of the Arms Race? scheerpost.com
(2023-12-09). The wanton destruction of mosques and churches. electronicintifada.net Palestine's history is being obliterated…
(2023-12-09). The wanton destruction of mosques and churches. electronicintifada.net Palestine's history is being obliterated.
(2023-12-09). Charges Dropped On The Tampa Five. popularresistance.org The Tampa 5 are proud to announce a great victory: their misdemeanor and felony charges will be dropped! This victory was made possible by months of mobilizations of people across the state of Florida, and even across the entire country, in defense of the Tampa 5. It is because of the bravery of students and youth protesters coming out for diversity and for student protest, that these five members of Students for a Democratic Society protesters will not see a single day in prison. | They have just agreed to a misdemeanor intervention program that will lead to the dismissal of their charges upon the fulfillment of…
(2023-12-09). On the Strategic Relationship Between Venezuela and China. orinocotribune.com By Francisco Dominguez — Nov 30, 2023 | During a state visit to the People's Republic of China in September 2023, Venezuelan president, Nicolas Maduro met president Xi Jinping and both agreed to strengthen the relationship of their countries by establishing seven sub commissions to elevate it to the level of 'all-weather strategic partnership'. This is the culmination of a relationship that began with president Hugo Chavez's first visit to Beijing in 1999, the very first year of his presidency. | Chavez's first visit went well beyond friendly diplomacy since Venezuela's president and the then president of Ch…
(2023-12-09). French court convicts six teens in teacher's beheading case. geo.tv 
The French court delivered sentences ranging from 14 months to two years, all of which were suspended or commuted, meaning no jail time for any defendant…
(2023-12-09). WATCH: Japanese restaurant discontinues bizzare paid slaps from waitress on menu. geo.tv 
Restaurant has now discontinued controversial slapping service offered on menu…
(2023-12-09). Climate change triggers extinction of indigenous 'God Flower' in Taiwan. geo.tv 
Elders of indigenous Tsou tribe believe there's no substitute for God Flower in rituals that can't be cultivated artificially…
(2023-12-09). Messi magic: Inter Miami's 'un-Barbie Pink' jersey tops Vogue's 2023 fashion charts. geo.tv 
Generic Inter Miami jersey, following Messi's arrival, quickly sold out…
(2023-12-09). After Elon Musk, Conor McGregor wins Tate Brothers' support for Ireland presidency bid. geo.tv 
Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter X, has also thrown his support behind McGregor…
(2023-12-09). King Charles turns blind eye to woman's appeal in viral video. geo.tv 
King Charles III was caught on video avoiding an important question from a Londoner…
(2023-12-09). After years of struggle, NSW public sector wages cap is removed. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). Ballarat TLC says fascists will never co-opt Eureka Day. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). 'Boomers vs Gen Z' narrative hides the class divide. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). Climate is the real threat, protesters tell defence conference. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). Gaza: Why doesn't the United Nations deploy 'Responsibility to Protect'? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). Labor falls short on Robodebt royal commission measures. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). Multiple faith groups target PM on climate. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). Pacific Island climate campaigner tells COP28 protest: 'Phase out, not phase down'. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-09). Richard Marles' new AUKUS defence procurement laws: Sovereignty or subordination? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). VAD becomes legal in NSW, but Telehealth ban bites. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). 'You don't betray your sources': Disrupt Burrup Hub tells the ABC. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-09). Liberalism and Its Discontents. dissidentvoice.org These are difficult, perilous, and frustrating times. Many cherished beliefs are coming unraveled. Many once-shared values are no longer shared. And distrust of unshakeable institutions is widespread. Yet it was only a little more than three decades ago that North America and European intellectuals joined in acknowledging the triumph of the Western world's "gift" to …
(2023-12-09). Biden's white supremacy gives Israel carte blanche to commit genocide. electronicintifada.net Current US Middle East policy, like Donald Trump's, is a denial of the very existence of the Palestinian people.
(2023-12-09). The 'Cop City' Mass Arraignment Circus. popularresistance.org On November 6, I sat in a courtroom in downtown Atlanta as 57 people churned through arraignments on charges tied to a sweeping racketeering case. | The case in question is as light on the evidence as it is clear in its aim: to suppress the movement to stop Cop City from being built in an Atlanta-area forest. The arraignment process was the first of what will likely be many surreal days in court as the state attempts a prosecution unprecedented in both size and scope. | Being somewhat confused by the inner workings of our Byzantine court system on even the best days, I didn't know what to expect from a mass arrai…
(2023-12-09). Monday 1/15: Homeless Garden Project Day of Service in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. indybay.org Homeless Garden Project's Natural Bridges Farm, Shaffer Rd. and Delaware Ave., Santa Cruz…
(2023-12-09). A Century of Colonialism Crushed at the Feet of Resistance. libya360.wordpress.com Myriam Charabaty The US global influences gets shaken in the depths of this critical juncture and Palestine sits at the center of its demise. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Zainab Termos) Amid a critical juncture that could sink US influence worldwide, thinktanks look for Arab Peace Initiative II, but the armed Resistance has since October…
(2023-12-09). Can Israel Be Charged with Genocide? libya360.wordpress.com Uzair Kayani | Sikander Shah | Sadaf Aziz Israel does not have an International Humanitarian Law "right to self-defence" against the Palestinian people, because it controls Palestinians and their land as an occupying force. Israel's reprisals against Palestinian civilians after the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023 have killed thousands of children. Out of the 2.2 million Gazans, some…
(2023-12-09). Peace Groups Appeal to Irish Government to Invoke the Genocide Convention. libya360.wordpress.com Mála Poist Below is the text of an open letter written to the Irish Government, pleading with them to invoke the Genocide Convention as the Israeli onslaught on Gaza continues. WE, the undersigned organisations and concerned individuals watch with increasing horror the growing death toll and ongoing humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. We believe there…
(2023-12-09). War Fears Grow as US Holds Military Drills in Guyana Amid Venezuela Oil Dispute. truthout.org forces held joint military drills within Guyanese airspace on Thursday as a longstanding and intensifying territorial dispute between Venezuela and Guyana sparked fears of war in South America. At the center of the dispute is Essequibo, an oil-rich region that Guyana has controlled for more than a century. Venezuela has claimed sovereignty over Essequibo for decades, and the two nations… |
(2023-12-09). The Gazan Women. counterpunch.org
(2023-12-09). The Gazan Women. counterpunch.org Hecuba: O ye Argives, was your spear Keen, and your hearts so low and cold, to fear This babe? 'Twas a strange murder for brave men! For fear this babe some day might raise again His fallen land! Had ye so little pride? While Hector fought, and thousands at his side, Ye smote us, and […] | To read this article, log in If you are logged in but can't read CP+ articles, check the status of your access In orde…
(2023-12-09). Javier Milei prepares to take oath as Argentina's president. america.cgtn.com 
On Sunday, December 10, Javier Milei will take office as President of Argentina. The Libertarian has promised "shock" therapy to address the country's economic troubles, but since winning the election the president-elect has moderated his agenda.
(2023-12-09). Fred Hampton's Martyrdom Looms Large Over Palestinians' Struggle. popularresistance.org Six months after Chicago police assassinated Fred Hampton, New York magazine published a remarkable cover story written by Tom Wolfe. Entitled Radical Chic: That Party at Lenny's, Wolfe's account of a lavish fundraiser for 21 jailed Black Panthers held at the composer Leonard Bernstein's tony Upper East Side townhouse was simply unlike anything ever seen in the annals of American journalism. | For starters, there was the cover photo of three glamorous white women in evening gowns raising their gloved fists in a Black power salute, More shocking, though, was Wolfe's novelistic treatment of the event, which made no…
(2023-12-09). Veto of Gaza ceasefire resolution shows U.S. & Israel are partners in genocide. liberationnews.org 
The U.S. action makes it cleared than ever that the carnage taking place in Gaza is a U.S.-Israeli genocide.
(2023-12-09). US Vetoes Cease-Fire Resolution at UN Security Council Amid Genocide in Gaza. truthout.org As the United Nations humanitarian chief warned that aid workers in Gaza are "hanging on by our fingertips" as they try to mitigate an "untenable" disaster, and with Americans' support for Israel's U.S-backed bombardment of the enclave eroding, the United States on Friday vetoed a resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian cease-fire at the U.N. Security Council. U.S. Envoy to the U.N. |
(2023-12-09). Sunday 12/31: 2023 Freedom''s Eve – Historic Stockton African Kwanzaa connection to our Cushite Empire. indybay.org Historic Stockton Waterfront Community…
(2023-12-09). Being Black and Pregnant in the Deep South Can Be a Dangerous Combination. truthout.org O'laysha Davis was a few weeks shy of her due date when in mid-August she decided it was time to switch doctors. Davis had planned to give birth at a small community hospital about 20 minutes from her home in North Charleston, South Carolina. But that changed when her medical team started repeatedly calling her cellphone and pressuring her to come to the hospital and deliver the baby. |
(2023-12-09). 200 Years Of The Monroe Doctrine. popularresistance.org December 2, 2023 marked two hundred years since U.S. President James Monroe's address to Congress, which came to be known as the Monroe Doctrine. It has become a household name for U.S. foreign policy over the past several centuries and will likely continue to be used indefinitely into the future. Although it was periodically supplemented by other doctrines and concepts. However, it was under James Monroe when it was categorically stated "America for the Americans", and the European powers had no business there, even though they had overseas possessions.
(2023-12-09). Highlights from Mercosur Summit in Brazil. america.cgtn.com 
Leaders of the South American trade bloc Mercosur gathered in Rio de Janeiro as tension escalated between Venezuela and Guyana. | Brazil is handing the group's rotating chair over to Paraguay and despite failing to secure a trade agreement with the European Union, the summit did make some progress.
(2023-12-09). US vetoes Security Council ceasefire resolution. electronicintifada.net Biden administration moves to expedite sale of tank shells to Israel.
(2023-12-09). The Shift: Congress Embraces McCarthyism. popularresistance.org It's now generally understood that McCarthyism was a dark and shameful aspect of our history. Oppenheimer made $953 million at the U.S. box office this summer and the bulk of Christopher Nolan's film isn't about the bomb, but the Red Scare attacks that destroyed the physicist's reputation. | Political repression might get pilloried in films these days, but you can still hear the faint echo of the Wisconsin Senator's accusations in any number of policies being pushed throughout the country. One of the most glaring examples is the GOP's ongoing war on libraries. | However, that crusade is mainly waged by just one p…
(2023-12-09). Essequibo and Other Border Issues: Venezuela's Territorial Losses to Imperialist Powers Through the Centuries (Part 1) By: Saheli Chowdhury. midwesternmarx.com 
Official map of the Captaincy General of Venezuela, as of 1777. Photo: Wikipedia Editorial note: Part 2 of this important series can be read here.With the Venezuelan consultative referendum on reclaiming the Essequibo territory from Guyana just around the corner, one may wonder what it is about and why it is being conducted now. Venezuela has been accused of intending to carry out imperialist expansion and attempting to control the petroleum resources of a "foreign territory.& …
(2023-12-09). Essequibo and Other Border Issues: Venezuela's Territorial Losses to Imperialist Powers Through the Centuries (Part 2) By: Saheli Chowdhury. midwesternmarx.com Orinoco Tribune editor, Jesus Rodriguez-Espinoza, and his wife Yullma Hernandez next to a banner for the Essequibo Referendum campaign showing the map of Venezuela (including the Essequibo territory) and the following caption: "Venezuela is all of us, all Venezuela vote 5 times yes. On December 3, we have an appointment with the homeland, Venezuela is calling us!" Photo: Orinoco Tribune. Editorial note: Part 1 of this important series can be read here. Venezuela's defense o …
(2023-12-09). Essequibo Referendum: 'Yes' Wins Overwhelmingly with Significant Turnout By: Orinoco Tribune. midwesternmarx.com Hand of a person holding a small Venezuelan flag and a book entitled The Truth of the Essquibo. Photo: Matias Delacroix/AP.Caracas (OrinocoTribune.com)—The Venezuelan people and Chavismo scored an important victory this Sunday when Venezuela's National Electoral Council (CNE) made public the first report on the results of the Essequibo Referendum called by the National Assembly (AN) two months ago, on September 27, and announcing an overwhelming victory of the "Yes," the option promoted …
(2023-12-09). PROPAGANDA WAR: PRO-ISRAEL TROLLS ARE MOBBING TWITTER'S COMMUNITY NOTES By: ALAN MACLEOD. midwesternmarx.com 
Almost as important as its military campaign for Israel is its battle to control its public image. Even as it kills thousands of people in Gaza, the small Middle Eastern nation is spending millions of dollars on a propaganda war, purchasing ads on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and other online apps. At the same time, an army of pro-Israel trolls has invaded the Community Notes function on X/Twitter, attempting to influence the online debate around the ongoing crisis.SPENDING MILLIONS TO WHITEW …
(2023-12-09). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 64: U.S., alone against the world, vetoes Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire. mondoweiss.net 
The U.S. was the lone Security Council member to vote against a resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, casting its veto despite nearly 100 states sponsoring the proposal. The American veto provoked outcry from humanitarian and advocacy groups, with Doctors Without Borders (MSF) calling it "a vote against humanity."
(2023-12-09). A recap of 2023 Atlantic hurricane season. america.cgtn.com 
The energetic 2023 Atlantic hurricane season came to an end last week. It was active and unpredictable in the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific regions, leaving scientists baffled by how quickly many of this year's storms strengthened.
(2023-12-09). Art Basel returns to Miami Beach. america.cgtn.com 
Art Basel Miami Beach, one of the most prestigious international art fairs, returned to Miami Beach in 2023 with more than 80,000 attendees and a growing presence of Asian Art. This surge in representation is slowly reshaping the global art landscape while highlighting Asia's diverse artistic traditions.
(2023-12-09). Tuesday 12/12: Stop the City of Santa Cruz from Buying Automatic License Plate Readers. indybay.org Council Chambers, Santa Cruz City Hall, 809 Center St, Santa Cruz | The proposal to purchase Automatic License Plate Readers is #26 on the city council agenda, and will be heard sometime after 12: 45 PM, in the mid-afternoon or early evening.
(2023-12-09). Day 62 roundtable: Genocide enters third month. electronicintifada.net In-depth look at new revelations into Israel's killing of their own civilians on 7 October.
(2023-12-09). We Need a Transnational Uprising Against Reckless Escalation of the Arms Race. truthout.org Forty years ago, across a dozen pages of The Nation, I was in a debate with the English historian E.P. Thompson about the U.S.-Soviet nuclear arms race, the relative culpability of both governments, and how activists should approach it all. At the time, Cold War hostility was rampant. In a March 1983 speech to an audience of evangelicals, President Ronald Reagan declared that the Soviet Union was… |
(2023-12-09). Landlords For Israel's Arms Trade Shut Down. popularresistance.org The offices of property firm 'LondonMetric' have been shut down by Palestine Action, with activists targeting the firm for their complicity in Israel's arms manufacturing in Britain. The company owns the land and building of Elbit Systems' UAV Tactical Systems drone factory in Leicester, from which military technologies are produced for the Israeli weapons market. As a result of their criminal association with Elbit, LondonMetric's offices have been disrupted by activists: using a lock-on device on their arms to prevent entry to the building at 1 Curzon Street, W1J 5HD, and dousing the building in red paint to ma…
(2023-12-09). Regional Resistance To War On Gaza Continues. popularresistance.org The Israeli war in Gaza has continued to invite strong responses from resistance forces all across the West Asian region. Militias in the region have targeted both Israel and its strongest backer, the US. | On Wednesday, December 6, the Ansar Allah (Houthi)-backed government in Yemen claimed that its army fired missiles targeting Israel's southern Umm al-Rashrash (Eilat) city and said it would continue its operations until the Israeli war on Gaza is stopped. | Media reports confirmed that sirens went off across Eilat city following the Houthi attacks on Wednesday. However, it claimed that using its Arrow air defe…
(2023-12-09). Pitfalls of export-led growth. mronline.org 
THE wisdom of pursuing a strategy of export-led growth has been discussed among development economists for at least half a century, ever since the so-called East Asian "miracle" started to be contrasted with the comparatively sluggish growth experience of countries like India that were pursuing, in the World Bank's language, an "inward looking" development strategy.
(2023-12-09). Big Meat And Dairy Delegates Triple At COP28. popularresistance.org Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Lobbyists from industrial agriculture companies and trade groups have turned out in record numbers at COP28, which this year has a strong focus on tackling emissions from the food sector. | Attendees are present from some of the world's largest agribusiness firms — such as meatpacker JBS, fertiliser giant Nutrien, food giant Nestlé and pesticide firm Bayer — and powerful industry trade groups. | Meat and dairy interests are especially well represented with 120 delegates in Dubai, triple the number that attended COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. | Overall the analysis of th…
(2023-12-09). Israeli Government's War Crimes. dissidentvoice.org 
The humiliation of the U.S. government, which is actively complicit in providing the weaponry, funding, and UN vetoes backing the Israeli government's attack on the civilian Palestinians/Arabs in tiny Gaza, is in plain view daily. All in the name of the unasked American people and taxpayers. Earlier this week, at a House of Representatives' hearing, …
(2023-12-09). Colombian Health Minister tells Senate covid vaccines are the greatest experiment carried out in human history. expose-news.com During a First Committee of the Senate debate on the supply of medicines, Colombian Health Minister Guillermo Alfonso Jaramillo said vehemently that "all Colombians who are vaccinated [against covid-19] served for the …
(2023-12-09). Lynn Forester de Rothschild wants to use AI to radically change economies; to "save capitalism" expose-news.com The Council for Inclusive Capitalism ("CIC") was formed at the height of the covid pandemic. It is essentially everything that conspiracy theorists have been warning about for years packaged into a single …
(2023-12-09). Saturday 12/9: No War Against Refugees Here and in Gaza. indybay.org Community room of the Santa Cruz Police Department or right outside 155 Center St.
(2023-12-09). Joint Statement on Climate, Nature and People #COP28. pressenza.com We, the UNFCCC COP28 Presidency, CBD COP15 Presidency, chairs of the undersigned partnerships, initiatives and coalitions, and endorsing member countries: | Recognizing that the growing and projected impacts of climate change critically threaten biodiversity and the billions of livelihoods dependent on high-integrity ecosystems; | Noting that continued loss and degradation of nature increases climate vulnerability, contributes to significant greenhouse gas emissions, and impedes sustainable development; | Acknowledging that efforts which promote sustainable land management, drought resilience and ocean health pro…
(2023-12-09). To those I've lost. electronicintifada.net Almost everyone in Gaza has lost someone dear to them. These are my losses.
(2023-12-09). Coup Attempt in Guatemala: Attorney General Tries to Invalidate President-Elect Arévalo's Victory. orinocotribune.com 
The attorney general of Guatemala tried to invalidate President-elect Bernardo Arévalo de León's presidential victory, claiming that the general elections in which Arévalo was elected was plagued with irregularities that would merit a declaration of nullity. This statement, made on Friday, December 8, is being interpreted by various sectors as a coup attempt against the elected government. | "The voting records of the closing of the scrutiny are null and void for the general elections of president and vice president, deputies of the Congress of the Republic by national list, deputies of the Congress of the Republ…
(2023-12-09). Monday 12/11: SF General Hospital Workers Rally For Contract. indybay.org In Front of Hospital at Free Speech Area On Potrero Avenue…
(2023-12-09). Controversial Waqf Repeal Bill 2022 introduced in Rajya Sabha. muslimmirror.com BJP member Harnath Singh Yadav introduced the Waqf Repeal Bill 2022 in the Rajya Sabha, seeking to overturn the Waqf Act of 1995. The introduction of the bill sparked vehement protests from various opposition parties, including the Congress, TMC, DMK, CPI, CPI (M), and RJD, leading to a division of votes. The Waqf Act, initially …
(2023-12-09). Crisis at CSSEIP: Systematic exclusion of SC/ST/OBC & minority institutions by Modi government. muslimmirror.com By Syed Zubair Ahmad Contrary to the claims of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas' (Together with all, development for all), the policy of the current dispensation has pushed institutions meant to empower marginalised communities to the brink of closure. The Centers for the Study of Social Exclusion & Inclusive Policy (CSSEIP) is one such institution which has virtually …
(2023-12-09). Gaza toll surges to 17,487 as Israeli onslaught continues: Health Ministry. muslimmirror.com GAZA CITY, Palestine : The number of Palestinians killed by Israel's onslaught in the Gaza Strip has risen to 17,487, with over 46,480 injured, the Health Ministry in the besieged enclave announced on Friday. Ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qudra said at a press conference that 350 were killed and 558 injured in the past several hours …
(2023-12-09). Mahua's expulsion is a symptom of India drifting towards a 'Deep State'. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba Finally, Mahua Moitra, the TMC MP is expelled from the Lok Sabha. This was on the expected lines. One pity is the BJP government's arrogance in taking such an action, when this Parliament is not left with even one or half session more. The damage that the BJP has done to …
(2023-12-09). Mayawati suspends MP Danish Ali from BSP for 'anti-party activities'. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Network Lok Sabha MP Danish Ali, who recently became a target of an unsavoury exchange on the floor of the house, has been suspended from his party — Mayawati's Bahujan Samaj Party. "Anti-party activity" has been spelt out as the reason for the action against him. "You were warned many times against …
(2023-12-09). NIA raids 40 locations in Maharashtra, arrests 13 in ISIS conspiracy case. muslimmirror.com The National Investigating Agency (NIA) said that it conducted raids at 40 locations in Maharashtra, including Thane, Pune, and Mira Bhayandar, leading to the arrest of 13 individuals in connection with an ISIS conspiracy case. Another location in Karnataka was also raided in connection with the same case. The targeted areas in Maharashtra were predominantly …
(2023-12-09). PFI moves Delhi HC against UAPA Tribunal order confirming Centre's ban. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : Popular Front of India (PFI) Friday moved the Delhi High Court challenging an order of an Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) tribunal confirming the five-year ban imposed on it by the Centre. A bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Manmohan asked the counsel for the organisation to examine the scope of the …
(2023-12-09). Venezuela To Build 120 Houses Near Essequibo Territory. orinocotribune.com The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, approved the construction of 120 homes in San Martín de Turumbán, on the bank of the Cuyuní River, near the border of the Venezuelan state of Bolívar with the disputed Essequibo territory. "The Great Venezuela Housing Mission arrives in Guayana Esequiba, to honor, accompany and embrace our communities," President Maduro announced on Thursday, December 7, at an event at the Aquiles Nazoa Cultural Center, Caracas. | During the ceremony to deliver house number 4.8 million of the Great Venezuela Housing Mission (GMVV), it was announced by Venezuelan Housing Minister Ilderma…
(2023-12-09). Paris protests for Gaza despite repression. mondoweiss.net 
The suppression of Palestine solidarity protests in France speaks to sustaining structures of colonial violence today.
(2023-12-09). Refaat Alareer was assassinated by Israel. electronicintifada.net This was not the first time the writer, poet and educator was bombed.
(2023-12-09). COP28 debate sobre futuro de combustibles fósiles. telesurtv.net En los debates también resaltó la idea de que no existe justicia climática sin derechos humanos, por lo que se exigió la detención del avance de la industria fósil, así como el fin al genocidio en Gaza.
(2023-12-09). EE.UU. no apoya alto el fuego en Gaza pese a llamado urgente de ONU. telesurtv.net "El pueblo de Gaza mira al abismo", dijo el secretario general de la ONU, António Guterres, al Consejo de Seguridad, en una sesión excepcional.
(2023-12-09). Venezuela conmemora Día de la Lealtad y el Amor al comandante Chávez. telesurtv.net Multitudinario acto pone fin a tres marchas que salieron de diversos puntos de Caracas. Nicolás Maduro anuncia nuevas medidas en defensa de la Guayana Esequiba.
(2023-12-09). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 16.800 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-09). Destituida fiscal general de Perú denuncia complot en su contra. telesurtv.net El abogado de Benavides, Juan Peña, declaró que entregará su cargo el lunes porque este jueves y el viernes son festivos en Perú, razón por la cual "es imposible" hacerlo antes.
(2023-12-09). Venezuela rechaza dichos de Reino Unido sobre cuestión esequiba. telesurtv.net Antes, la vicepresidenta Delcy Rodríguez, acusó a Guyana de disponer unilateralmente del mar del Esequibo, al otorgar allí concesiones petroleras que son "ilícitas e ilegítimas".
(2023-12-09). Vladimir Putin confirma que se presentará a las elecciones de 2024. telesurtv.net De ser electo, asumiría su quinto mandato ininterrumpido desde 2012 hasta la actualidad, cargo que ya ostentó del 2000 al 2008.
(2023-12-09). Maquinistas de ferrocarriles alemanes van al paro por mejoras laborales. telesurtv.net Demandan aumento salarial que compense pérdidas de poder adquisitivo debido a la inflación y que se reduzca la jornada laboral.
(2023-12-09). Culmina en Beijing reunión de líderes China – Unión Europea. telesurtv.net Xi Jinping señaló que las fluctuaciones en las relaciones bilaterales se deben en gran medida a la influencia de la política de EE.UU., un elemento que afecta el buen desarrollo de estas.
(2023-12-09). Aprueban juicio político contra fiscal general de Ecuador. telesurtv.net El proceso, aprobado con cinco votos a favor y uno en contra, pasará ahora a manos de la Comisión de Fiscalización de la Asamblea Nacional, encargada de ejecutarlo.
(2023-12-09). Sube a 168 la cifra de muertos por lluvias en Kenia. telesurtv.net En las últimas 24 horas se han reportado tres muertes relacionadas por las crecientes inundaciones, dijo el portavoz del Gobierno, Isaac Mwaura.
(2023-12-09). Rechazan liberación del dictador Alberto Fujimori en Perú. telesurtv.net Los familiares solicitaron a la Corte Interamericana de Derechos Humanos que sea declarado en desacato al Estado peruano por la liberación de Alberto Fujimori.
(2023-12-09). Realizan movilización en apoyo al pueblo palestino en Amán, Jordania. telesurtv.net Las autoridades palestinas han informado que, hasta el momento, la cifra de palestinos muertos se elevó a 17.487.
(2023-12-09). Rusia rechaza injerencia externa en controversia por el Esequibo. telesurtv.net Rusia sigue de cerca la situación en la región, teniendo en cuenta el reféndum consultivo celebrado el pasado 3 de diciembre en Venezuela.
(2023-12-09). TSE de Guatemala: no hay manera de repetir elecciones. telesurtv.net Blanca Alfaro enfatizó que los resultados obtenidos en los pasados comicios ya están validados, oficializados y son inalterables.
(2023-12-09). Incendio deja al menos 14 fallecidos en el norte de Iraq. telesurtv.net El fuego más mortal de los últimos años ocurrió a finales de septiembre de este año, en una sala donde se festejaba una boda en la provincia de Nínive, al norte de Iraq…
(2023-12-09). Declaran 13 provincias dominicanas en alerta verde por lluvias. telesurtv.net El COE prevé posible crecida de ríos, arroyos y cañadas debido a los efectos de las lluvias débiles a moderadas en ocasiones.
(2023-12-09). Aumentan a 133 los trabajadores de Unrwa muertos en Gaza. telesurtv.net Casi 1,2 millones de desplazados internos se refugiaban en 151 instalaciones de Unrwa en las cinco gobernaciones de la Franja de Gaza.
(2023-12-09). Bolivia muestra 1.48 % de inflación hasta noviembre del 2023. telesurtv.net El ministro de Planificación, Sergio Cusicanqui, refirió que la nación andina se sitúa dentro de las economías más constantes en los precios en la región.
(2023-12-09). Decrece deforestación en Amazonía brasileña en noviembre de 2023. telesurtv.net la deforestación de la Amazonía brasileña disminuyó a más de la mitad entre enero y noviembre, al pasar de 10.048,5 kilómetros cuadrados a 4.976,7 en 2023.
(2023-12-09). Declaran alerta preventiva por ola de calor en Chile. telesurtv.net El Servicio Nacional de Prevención y Respuesta ante Desastres de Chile indicó que la alerta por calor se mantendrá hasta el 31de marzo de 2024.
(2023-12-09). Misión de Caricom vuelve a Haití con propuesta electoral. telesurtv.net La propuesta de la Caricom se presenta como un nuevo intento por coadyuvar a la paz y la seguridad en un país donde prima la violencia, el caos y la ingobernabilidad.
(2023-12-09). 14 personas mueren durante un enfrentamiento armado en México. telesurtv.net Las autoridades del estado de México indicaron que entre los muertos se encuentran al menos 11 miembros de un grupo delictivo.
(2023-12-09). Cifra de muertos en la Franja de Gaza roza los 17.500. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Sanidad de la Franja de Gaza señaló que de los más de 46.600 heridos tan solo 618 han podido ser evacuados a Egipto para recibir atención médica.
(2023-12-09). Asamblea Nacional de Venezuela devela nuevo mapa del país. telesurtv.net El presidente de la Asamblea Nacional de Venezuela afirmó que el nuevo mapa del país para que ningún venezolano se ponga a las órdenes de gobiernos extranjeros.
(2023-12-09). TUNE IN: Second Belmarsh Tribunal For Assange In DC. thedissenter.org A second Belmarsh tribunal in Washington, DC, at the National Press Club will expand on the case for freeing WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange at 2pm ET. It was organized by
(2023-12-09). As Israeli Genocide Continues: Protesters Stay In The Streets. popularresistance.org Hundreds demonstrated in Center City Philadelphia on a rainy evening Dec. 3. Called by the Philadelphia Palestine Coalition, the event started with a rally and prayer service in Rittenhouse Park, followed by a march that ended at 40th and Market streets for a solidarity rally with the Save UC Townhomes Coalition. | Two sound trucks led the way, followed by lead banners calling out the murderous genocide, carried out by Israel but funded by the U.S., that has taken the lives of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza. Along the route, protesters stopped to call out two Zionist-run restaurants. | They marched by the Univ…
(2023-12-09). Andy and Opie Go Fishing. dissidentvoice.org 
It was such a bucolic setting. Even now, more than fifty years later, I can still see little Opie (Ron Howard) in his rolled-up jeans scrambling beside Andy; both carry fishing poles as they head to the lake. It introduced every episode of The Andy Griffith Show, along with that catchy whistled tune. It's what first comes to mind when I think of fishing…but that's just the first thing.
(2023-12-09). Enemies Destroyed One Palestine; My Wounds Populated Many Palestines. popularresistance.org The indecency of the phrase 'humanitarian pause' is obvious. There is nothing humanitarian about a brief interlude between bouts of horrendous violence. There is no true 'pause', merely the calm before the storm continues. We are witnessing the bureaucratisation of immorality, the use of old words with great meaning ('humanitarian') and their reduction to new, empty phrases that betray their original meanings. Before the debris from the first rounds of Israeli bombs could be cleared, the bombing resumed just as viciously as before. | The word 'humanitarian' has been severely bruised by the West.
(2023-12-09). Australian students speak out at school strike against Israel's genocide against Gaza. wsws.org "Governments around the world are not for the people. It is disheartening to see thousands coming out into the streets in Australia, but the government doesn't listen."
(2023-12-09). New COVID variant JN.1 fuels eighth wave of mass infection in the US. wsws.org The sudden emergence of JN.1 as its own distinct variant marks the fourth time that the CDC has deliberately concealed the emergence of a new, dangerous variant from the American and world population.
(2023-12-09). Washington Post staff wage 24-hour strike to oppose low salaries and corporate restructuring. wsws.org The strike emerges against a backdrop of growing crisis in the news media industry and within the economy more broadly.
(2023-12-09). US special counsel announces federal indictment of Hunter Biden, alleging 9 tax law violations. wsws.org Hunter Biden, the 53-year-old son of President Joe Biden, was charged Thursday by a federal grand jury on nine counts related to his failure to file and pay taxes between 2015 and 2019, and for filing false tax returns in 2020.
(2023-12-09). Australian school students strike against Gaza genocide, but pseudo-left advance dead end of protest politics. wsws.org The pseudo-left organisers of the school strikes, including Socialist Alternative and Socialist Alliance, are seeking to suppress discussion of the fundamental issues of political perspective required to halt the genocide and war.
(2023-12-09). The divisive role of the GDL rail union leadership. wsws.org The policy of "social partnership" has turned all trade unions into an auxiliary police force for the corporations and government. What the GDL union sells as a clever ploy to wrest higher wages for train drivers in the face of staff shortages actually amounts to dividing rail workers.
(2023-12-09). Protesters in the Philippines denounce Israel's genocide in Gaza. wsws.org While many people across the Philippines are repulsed by the barbaric crimes taking place in Gaza, petty-bourgeois layers in the country are working to derail the protest movement that has emerged.
(2023-12-09). Minnesota Nurses Association fires staffer for pro-Palestinian statements. wsws.org The MNA's termination of Singh expresses the broader political role of the trade unions to prop up the pro-war Democratic Party and suppress the growing opposition of workers to the economic and political situation.
(2023-12-09). "If we were going to ask Helen serious questions, we were going to get serious answers" wsws.org We are publishing here the tribute to Helen Halyard given by Bryan Dyne on behalf of the "Party kids." Bryan is a science writer for the WSWS.
(2023-12-09). Quebec public sector strike wave swells, as 420,000-member Common Front launches seven-day strike. wsws.org In opposing real wage cuts and the dismantling and privatization of public services, the Quebec public sector workers are challenging the class war agenda of the entire ruling class in Quebec and throughout Canada.
(2023-12-09). Workers evacuated from future Toyota electric battery production mega-site in North Carolina after being overcome by fumes. wsws.org Severe illness and hospitalizations of numerous workers expose the indifference to workers' safety at the top levels of the project.
(2023-12-09). Wayne State University Board of Governors snubs students protesting Gaza genocide. wsws.org The Board of Governors, packed with trade union officials and leading Democratic Party operatives, refused to take up a Student Senate resolution calling for the university to divest from companies complicit in Gaza genocide.
(2023-12-09). Thousands in Guernica, Spain draw link between 1937 fascist bombings and Gaza genocide. wsws.org Several thousand people in Guernica formed an enormous mosaic with their bodies to protest the genocide in Gaza.
(2023-12-09). Facing over $17 million budget shortfall, Michigan school district could lay off up to 100 workers. wsws.org Wayne-Westland Community Schools District recently uncovered a $17 million budget hole, leaving the district on the edge of a state takeover.
(2023-12-09). Israel's murder of Palestinian author Dr. Refaat al-Ar'eer sparks global outrage. wsws.org The targeted bombing of Prof. Refaat al-Ar'eer by the US-backed Israel Defense Forces is a warning to workers and youth throughout the world that opposition to genocide will not be tolerated.
(2023-12-09). Australia: A revealing bipartisan parliamentary love fest. wsws.org On the floor of parliament, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese blurted out something about the private conversations that he and Opposition leader Peter Dutton conduct constantly behind the backs of the population.
(2023-12-09). Australian state Labor governments threaten school teachers over Palestine solidarity actions. wsws.org Labor governments, their Departments of Education, Zionist organisations and the corporate media have worked to whip up a frenzied atmosphere of intimidation, including through false allegations of antisemitism.
(2023-12-09). 'Democratic margins' get even thinner in '48 Palestine. mondoweiss.net 
The war on Gaza has provided an opportunity for the police, under ultra-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, to launch an all-out repression campaign against the Arab population, and any opposition to the slaughter of Palestinians.
(2023-12-11). Melinda Gates, daughter Jennifer share sweet Christmas traditions, joy of grannyhood. geo.tv Bill Gates family also upheld a tradition of giving back by providing gifts for less fortunate children during the holidays…
(2023-12-10). Thursday 12/14: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org
(2023-12-10). Sunday 12/10: Santa Rosa Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Courthouse Square | 3rd St | Santa Rosa, CA…
(2023-12-10). Tuesday 12/12: Davis City Council Meeting. indybay.org Community Chambers | 23 Russell Blvd | Davis, CA…
(2023-12-10). Friday 12/15: Peace Vigil — Call for Ceasefire + Diplomacy Not More Weapons for Ukraine or Israel! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2023-12-10). Read the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Monday Dec 11 @ noon outside City Hall! indybay.org Please join the SF Gray Panthers in a public reading the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (www.un.org/en/about-us/universal-declaration-of-human-rights) on Monday, December 11, 2023 @ noon on the steps on the Polk Street side of SF City Hall! (In cooperation with the office of SF Board of Supervisor Dean Preston). For more information, please email us at ! -SF Gray Panthers…
(2023-12-10). Comicomment: Tragic wave of mass shootings set grim U.S. record. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). (W.E. Talk)To Understand China's Success, First Understand Chinese Civilization. ecns.cn According to Martin Jacques, to understand the success of China's development, we must understand the Chinese civilization since China is not just a nation-state, but a civilization-state, with many of its thoughts deeply rooted in Confucianism. Westerners have been brought up to essentially believe that their way of doing things is an exemplar for the rest of the world. One fallacy of that is failing to understand how human rights operate in China.
(2023-12-10). (W.E. Talk)The Latin Bridge Between Chinese and Western Dialogue. ecns.cn Austrian sinologist Leopold Leeb came to China in 1995 to do his doctoral research in philosophy. After receiving his doctorate from Peking University in 1999, he worked as a translator and researcher at the Institute of World Religions under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences till 2004. His research interests include Western classical languages, ancient and medieval literature, philosophy and religion. His major publications include Zhang Heng, Science and Religion and several Latin textbooks and dictionaries.
(2023-12-10). China's third C919 aircraft delivered to China Eastern Airlines. ecns.cn Coded B-919D, the third C919 large jetliner arrives at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, December 9, 2023.The third of China's self-developed large C919 jetliners was delivered to China Eastern Airlines in Shanghai on Saturday.
(2023-12-10). China sends 500th Long March rocket into space. ecns.cn China used a Long March 2D carrier rocket on Sunday morning to place several remote-sensing satellites into space, marking the 500th launch of the Long March family.
(2023-12-10). China, Europe hold conference on innovation, clean energy. ecns.cn The China-Europe Science and Technology Innovation Day &2023 China-Europe Clean Energy Industry Innovation Cooperation Conference was held recently in Beijing.The China-Europe Science and Technology Innovation Day &2023 China-Europe Clean Energy Industry Innovation Cooperation Conference, focusing on the fields of clean energy such as wind, solar, storage, and hydrogen, was held recently in Beijing.
(2023-12-10). China's largest onshore wind power base at full-capacity production. ecns.cn China's largest onshore wind power base starts full-capacity production in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Sunday.China's largest onshore wind power base starts full-capacity production in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Sunday, said its operator China General Nuclear Power Corporation.
(2023-12-10). Global conference on best practice of carbon neutrality held during COP28. ecns.cn A forum on low-carbon transport and new energy vehicles attracts over 70 attendants on Dec 5, 2023 at the China Pavilion at the COP28 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.
(2023-12-10). Lee: DC polls the 'final piece in patriots governing Hong Kong'. ecns.cn Sunday's District Council Ordinary Election is the last jigsaw in the full implementation of the principle of "patriots governing Hong Kong", and the voting is pertinent to every resident in the city, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Sunday morning.
(2023-12-10). Renewable investment urged at COP28. ecns.cn China is indispensable for the world's green transformation, considering the remarkable achievements the country has made in the renewables sector, international experts said on the sidelines of the COP28 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
(2023-12-10). Digital sector roadmap to aid recovery. ecns.cn Tech firms urged to hike investments in basic research, strategic fields | China's efforts to boost its digital economy and platform companies, and speed up the integration of the digital and real economy will foster new growth drivers and inject strong impetus into the country's economic recovery amid downward pressure, experts and company executives said. | Highlighting that the digital economy has become a new driver in promoting industrial upgrade, they said Chinese tech enterprises should step up investments in state-of-the-art technologies, basic research and strategic forward-looking areas, as well as furt…
(2023-12-10). China Coast Guard controls Philippine vessels. ecns.cn China Coast Guard has lawfully taken control measures against three vessels of the Philippine bureau of fisheries and aquatic resources intruding into waters near Huangyan Island on Saturday, a brief statement said.
(2023-12-10). China, Vietnam eye closer people-to-people bonds. ecns.cn Within the framework of the 15th Vietnam-China International Trade and Tourism Fair, an antiphonal singing exchange activity was held on Beilun River, the border river between China and Vietnam, on November 30. | Chinese and Vietnamese singers performed songs praising the close friendship between the people of the two countries.
(2023-12-10). Cradle of Civilization: Xiongjialing Dam. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). In Numbers: What has China done to address global climate challenges. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). Food Safari in Yunnan | Yiliang roast duck. ecns.cn When rail lies in repose, it tells the stories of Yiliang over the past century. Nothing more than Yiliang roast duck can stimualte the natural desire to eat for its inviting appearance, and its elemental smell.
(2023-12-10). China launches Zhuque-2 carrier rocket for three satellites. ecns.cn
(2023-12-10). Street interview: Residents expect China and Europe to strengthen cooperation. ecns.cn The 24th China-European Union (EU) Summit was held in the Chinese capital of Beijing on Thursday."ÄÄ"ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). World's longest highway tunnel under construction makes new progress in Xinjiang. ecns.cn The tunnel boring machine (TBM) in the middle drift in the exit section of the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel achieved an advance of 11,028 meters on Friday, marking major progress made during the construction of the exit section of the tunnel in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, which is the longest highway tunnel currently under construction in the world. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). CATL to open int'l headquarters, R%26D center in Hong Kong. ecns.cn China's battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Hong Kong Science Park on Thursday.
(2023-12-10). China launches new remote sensing satellite. ecns.cn China on Sunday launched a Long March-2D carrier rocket, placing a remote sensing satellite in space.
(2023-12-10). Food Safari in Yunnan | Yiliang Kanglang fish. ecns.cn The Yunnan-Vietnam Railway was officially opened in1910, and the whistle of the meter gauge train sounded the horn for Yunnan to move towards modern society. For a hundred years, cities along the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway have formed their own culinary culture through the fusion of cultural features. They are shining like stars on the land of Yunnan…
(2023-12-10). Artist Cai Guoqiang creates firework display in E China's Fujian. ecns.cn Over 3,000 drones and over 15,000 fireworks shells lit up the night in Quanzhou, east China's Fujian Province on Friday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). Newly-developed rail transit product on debut at expo in China. ecns.cn Newly-developed rail transit products were on debut at an international rail transit expo in Zhuzhou City, central China's Hunan Province on Saturday. "ÄÄ Super-autonomous Rail Rapid Transit, which is a newly-developed rail transit product running on virtual tracks.
(2023-12-10). As the US Vetoes UN Ceasefire Resolution, the People Take the Streets for Palestine. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-10). Chris Hedges: 'The Genocide in Gaza'. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-10). 'Moral Insanity': Biden Admin Bypasses Congress to Rush Tank Shells to Israel. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-10). Ralph Nader on Israeli Government's War Crimes — Enabled & Defended by Biden & Congress. scheerpost.com By Ralph Nader / Nader.org The humiliation of the U.S. government, which is actively complicit in providing the weaponry, funding, and UN vetoes backing the Israeli government's attack on the civilian Palestinians/Arabs in tiny Gaza, is in plain view daily. All in the name of the unasked American people and taxpayers. Earlier this week, at …
(2023-12-10). The US Condemned Stalin's Prosecution of Journalists. Now It Uses His Playbook. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-10). Why is TikTok trend 'can you name a woman' sending internet rolling on floor laughing?>. geo.tv Whether it's celebrities like Megan Fox, Taylor Swift, or Anne Hathaway, participants have shown both quick wit and hesitancy in answers…
(2023-12-10). The Forcible Transfer of 85% of Palestinians in Gaza Is a Crime Against Humanity. truthout.org Since the October 7 attacks by Hamas that killed 1,200 people in Israel, the Israeli occupying forces have killed more than 17,000 Palestinians, over 6,000 of them children, and wounded more than 46,000. Close to 1.9 million people — about 85 percent of Gaza's population — have been forced to flee their homes and squeeze into roughly one-third of the Gaza Strip. The vast majority of people in Gaza… |
(2023-12-10). Letter To NEA President and Officers On Palestine. indybay.org NEA members are circulating a letter to the NEA president and officers on Palestine.
(2023-12-10). The WHO Confirms that the Covid-19 PCR Test is Flawed: Estimates of "Positive Cases" are Meaningless. Both the Lockdown and the "Vaccine" Have No Scientific Basis. globalresearch.ca One year later the WHO retracts. They don't say "We Made a Mistake". It's carefully formulated. While they do not officially deny the validity of their misleading January 2020 guidelines, they recommend RT-PCR "Re-testing" (which everybody knows is an impossibility).
(2023-12-10). Rally with Youth Voices for Humanity. indybay.org High School students organized to invite people to join hands and stand in support of human rights of all children, regardless of their race, religion or ethnicity.
(2023-12-10). Richer countries seek to grab large swathes of land in Africa as "carbon credits" to offset their own carbon emissions — it's a colossal scam. expose-news.com As has become commonplace at such gatherings, the theme this week at the United Nations Climate Summit ("COP28") has been reducing carbon emissions. The underlying, more sinister theme is to reduce emissions …
(2023-12-10). Seventeen Covid Pandemic Lies We've Been Told. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). US Hospitals Getting Paid More to Label Cause of Death as 'Coronavirus'. globalresearch.ca Important article and interview. | Points to the over-counting of alleged Covid 19 deaths. | First published on April 15, 2020. | Among 2020 Most Popular Articles | *** | Senator Scott Jensen represents Minnesota. He's also a doctor. He appeared on Fox News with …
(2023-12-10). Muslim personal law says women have share in inheritance: Scholars. muslimmirror.com Islamic scholars have said that Muslim personal law mandates that women — mother, sister, wife, daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, stepsister, grandmother, and great-grandmother — should get shares in inheritance as directed by the holy Quran. Islamic scholar Maulana Nasrullah Nadwi, while speaking at a conference of Tafheem-e-Shariat (Understanding of Shariyat), organised under the aegis of All …
(2023-12-10). Palestinian president charges US of being accomplice to Israel's genocide crimes by using veto in UNSC. muslimmirror.com RAMALLAH, Palestine : Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday condemned the US for using its veto to block a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, describing the move immoral and holding Washington accountable for the bloodshed of Palestinian children and women, as well as an accomplice with Israel in genocide …
(2023-12-10). Voting for Egypt's presidential election kicks off. independent.co.ug CAIRO, EGYPT | Xinhua | Voting for Egypt's presidential election began at 9: 00 a.m. local time (0700 GMT) on Sunday in Egypt, with four candidates contesting, including incumbent President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi. Voting spans from Dec. 10 to Dec. 12, with each day allowing 12 hours to cast ballots. Overseas Egyptian voters had previously cast their …
(2023-12-10). 23rd EAC trade fair opens new market horizons for artisans. independent.co.ug DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA | Xinhua | The opening ceremony of the 23rd edition of the East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) trade Fair was held on Friday in the Burundian capital Bujumbura, said a statement. The statement by the EAC headquarters in Tanzania's northern city of Arusha noted the event, …
(2023-12-10). Alcohol dealers cite loopholes in new bill. independent.co.ug The issue of alcohol has an economic, social and health impact on society and we must strike a balance in the bill Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Alcohol Industry Association has brought to the attention of the Minister of State for Investment Evelyn Anite and the Minister of State for Trade David Bahati …
(2023-12-10). Interview: China-EU Summit strengthens mutual political trust, says Croatia's former president. independent.co.ug ZAGREB | Xinhua |The summit of China and the European Union (EU) is significant for strengthening mutual political trust and bilateral cooperation and further efforts need to be made to improve bilateral ties, Croatia's former president Ivo Josipovic told Xinhua in an interview. The China-EU Summit was an opportunity work towards restoring mutual political trust …
(2023-12-10). Liverpool go top with Crystal Palace win, Aston Villa claim Arsenal scalp. independent.co.ug LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Liverpool went top of the Premier League on Saturday following their 2-1 win away to Crystal Palace and Aston Villa's 1-0 defeat of Arsenal. Mohamed Salah scored his 200th Liverpool goal as Jurgen Klopp's side sneaked a late win away to 10-man Crystal Palace in the first game of the …
(2023-12-10). MTN Uganda empowers 1,400 learners with special needs. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Foundation's Digital Access for Inclusion program has opened the doors of technology to nearly 1,400 learners with disabilities across five schools in Uganda this year, marking a significant investment of Shs800 million. The impact of the program reverberates across different regions, with Salama School for the Blind and Masaka …
(2023-12-10). Parliament renews commitment to fight corruption. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The Leadership of Parliament renewed its commitment to the fight against corruption in what the Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, referred to as 'checking ourselves first'. Tayebwa said the institution is ready to deal with corrupt tendencies among its members, should they be found guilty as they discharge their duties. "As …
(2023-12-10). Security forces kill 5 terrorists in NW Pakistan. independent.co.ug ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN | Xinhua | Pakistani security forces have killed five terrorists during an operation in the country's northwest Tank district, the military said. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan army, said in a statement that the forces conducted an intelligence-based operation on Friday in the Mullazai area of the …
(2023-12-10). She Cranes to Participate in Vitality Netball Nations Cup, Wales Test Series. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Netball Normalization Committee has confirmed that Uganda National Netball Team She Cranes will participate in a Test Series with Wales in January in Cardiff. This was confirmed on Thursday by the Committee Chairperson Moses Mwase in a press statement. In addition to the Wales Test Series, Mwase disclosed …
(2023-12-10). Uganda Baati makes case for quality roofing solutions as rain rages. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The current rains across the country should remind Ugandans to always embrace the right roofing solutions, Uganda Baati has said in a statement. "As the rains continue, Uganda Baati urges all Ugandans to prioritize their well-being by embracing quality roofing solutions. By partnering with Uganda Baati, you gain the …
(2023-12-10). "Is the Virus Fictitious"? Laboratories in US Can't Find COVID-19 in One of 1,500 Positive Tests. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). Monday 12/11: The Missing Peace: Discussing Palestine over the Holidays. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Tuesday 12/12: Press Conference and Visit to Senator Alex Padilla's Sacramento Office. indybay.org Federal Building | 501 I St | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-09). Tuesday 12/12: Woodland: Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org 622 Main Street | Woodland, CA…
(2023-12-09). Thursday 12/14: Sacramento: Human Rights Day Candlelight Vigil. indybay.org Corner of 16th & J St | Sacramento, Ca…
(2023-12-09). Friday 12/15: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Food, Dispossession and Dependency. Resisting the New World Order. globalresearch.ca 
Food, Dispossession and Dependency.: | Resisting the New World Order: | by: | Colin Todhunter: | We are currently seeing an acceleration of the corporate consolidation of …
(2023-12-09). History: The Federal Reserve Cartel: Freemasons and The House of Rothschild. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). A Fateful Nobel Prize in Medicine to Convince "Reluctant People" to Get Vaccinated. For Making Possible the "Genetic Lobotomy" of a Large Part of the World's Population. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). 11 Children Ages 9-19 Had a Cardiac Arrest at US Schools in the Past Month. Some Schools Are Now Starting to Conduct "Sudden Cardiac Arrest Screening" globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). President John F. Kennedy: His Life and Public Assassination by the CIA. globalresearch.ca From the day he was sworn in as President, JFK was relentlessly pressured by the Pentagon, the Central Intelligence Agency, and by many of his own advisers to wage war — clandestine, conventional, and nuclear.
(2023-12-09). Colossal Financial Pyramid: BlackRock and The WEF "Great Reset" globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). Saturday 12/9: Palestine Writes Literature Festival. indybay.org
(2023-12-09). World Economic Forum's "Young Global Leaders" Revealed. globalresearch.ca For several decades, this program has nurtured compliant leaders acting as WEF agents in governments around the world. The consequences are far-reaching and may turn out to be devastating for humanity.
(2023-12-09). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Farewell, Methane. levernews.com Good things are happening! The EPA announces a long-awaited crackdown on methane emissions, labor organizers take on non-union automakers around the country, Michigan will automatically register to vote anyone who is leaving prison, and a new study finds massive lithium deposits in California's Salton Sea.EPA Slashes Methane Emissions: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has
(2023-12-09). 1500 Scientists Say "Climate Change Not Due to CO2" — The Real Environment Movement Was Hijacked. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). Who is Volodymyr Zelensky? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). Israel-Palestine War: The Big Picture. Peter Koenig. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). 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
(2023-12-09). Video: "Justified Vengeance" and The History of Israeli "False Flags"(2001-2023): Palestine Portrayed as "The Aggressor" globalresearch.ca The longer term objective of "Operation Justified Vengeance" (2001) was and remains the destruction of Palestine and the expulsion of Palestinians from their homeland.
(2023-12-09). Video: The Worldwide Corona Crisis, Global Coup d'Etat Against Humanity. Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). The Genocidal State of Israel. Let It Happen or Make It Happen? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-09). 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".
(2023-12-09). Africa CDC, WHO plan to tackle disease burden. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the World Health Organisation have entered into a partnership to halt disease outbreaks that are common across the continent. Every year, close to 100 disease outbreaks are reported across Africa according to research from the Africa CDC—an autonomous agency …
(2023-12-09). Move to expose 'who owns what'. independent.co.ug 
Can a Beneficial Ownership Register work in Uganda? COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | Who is the real owner of the multi-billion dollar telecoms giant, MTN Uganda? How about the fast-rising oil and gas marketing company, STABEX? Depending on who you talk to, several names will be whispered. Yet, quite often, the whispered so-called owners have …
(2023-12-09). Video: Supported by Bill Gates, The WHO Plans to Have 10 Years of Pandemics (2020-2030). globalresearch.ca First published by Global Research on June 1, 2022 | *** | THE PLAN shows the official agenda of the World Health Organization to have ten years of ongoing pandemics, from 2020 to 2030. | This is revealed by a WHO virologist, Marion …
(2023-12-09). Chinese-invested Husab mine marks 10 years of sustainable growth in Namibia. independent.co.ug 
SWAKOPMUND, Namibia | Xinhua | Chinese-invested Swakop Uranium's Husab mine in Namibia on Friday celebrated its 10th anniversary since its commencement of operations at an event held at the mine, near the town of Swakopmund in the Erongo region of west-central Namibia. Addressing the ceremony, Namibia's founding President Sam Nujoma said Swakop Uranium's investment and development …
(2023-12-09). COP28 Has Already Made History Says Al Jaber. independent.co.ug 
Dubai, UAE | THE INDEPENDENT | The host and President of COP28 President, Sultan Al Jaber says the annual climate summit taking place in Dubai has already made history. He told Journalist that more than $83 billion had been mobilized during the first week of the conference. Unlike at past Climate conferences, countries, businesses, and development …
(2023-12-09). Gatti decisive again for Juve's victory over Napoli in Serie A. independent.co.ug 
Rome, Italy | THE INDEPENDENT | Defender Federico Gatti proved his value again as his header helped Juventus beat Napoli 1-0 at Allianz Stadium in an eye-catching Serie A fixture on Friday. Juve were coming off a 2-1 win over Monza last round thanks to a last-gasp winner from Gatti while Napoli suffered a 3-0 …
(2023-12-09). He quickly taught himself a new language to help fight climate change. independent.co.ug 
Frustrated by language constraints in the climate space, a Congolese activist embarked on a mission to learn English without taking any formal language classes. Two years later, he is the heart and soul of many a COP28 conversation — in his newly adopted language — as he passes on messages from women in the communities …
(2023-12-09). Man in Arua Kills Wife in Suspected Ritual Sacrifice. independent.co.ug 
Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Arua City are hunting for Isaac Adedri Ogui who is accused of murdering his wife Sharon Enzaru in a suspected act of ritual sacrifice. It is alleged Enzaru, who was expecting a baby at the time of the incident was lured to Democratic Republic of Congo-DRC by …
(2023-12-09). Nabumali alumni reward their 'meanest and most miserly ever' cook. independent.co.ug 
SPECIAL FEATURE | Alfred Geresom Musamali | School cooks usually only prepare and serve food but during Uganda's Nabumali High School Alumni Annual Dinner held at Hotel Africana in Kampala on Friday, 24th November, 2023, long-serving school cook Anthony Mang'ara was treated among the Very Important Persons (VIPs). The Secret is in the Names and Catch …
(2023-12-09). Norfund delegation visits Uganda, signaling increased investment commitment. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kampala on December 5th hosted a high-level delegation from Norfund, the Norwegian Investment Fund for Developing Countries. This visit underscored Norfund's strategic intent to deepen its engagement and expand investment activities in Uganda. "Norfund's delegation visit represents Norway's steadfast commitment to fostering stronger economic …
(2023-12-09). U.S. obstructs UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. independent.co.ug 
UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | The United States on Friday vetoed a UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. The resolution, drafted by the United Arab Emirates and backed by more than 100 countries, gained support from 13 of the 15 Security Council members, with Britain abstaining. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres had …
(2023-12-09). Video: Dr. Naomi Wolf Uncovers Pfizer's Depopulation Agenda, as Evidenced by Its Own Documents. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). CPC leadership holds meeting on 2024 economic work, anti-corruption work, Party discipline. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Friday held a meeting to analyze and study the economic work of 2024, arrange Party conduct and anti-corruption work, and review regulations on the CPC's disciplinary action.
(2023-12-10). Leadership sets tone for economic work. ecns.cn Solid steps will be taken to effectively enhance economic vitality, prevent and defuse risks and improve social expectations as part of the nation's efforts to promote reasonable economic growth in 2024, according to a key Party meeting on Friday.
(2023-12-10). Bing Dwen Dwen changes skin for the upcoming 'Year of Dragon'. ecns.cn Chinese zodiac Dragon version of Bing Dwen Dwen, a Beijing Winter Olympic Games mascot, and licensed products of the new version, including toys, badges and keychains,"ÄÄhit the market in Beijing on Thursday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). Rainbow, icicles seen on Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall. ecns.cn A majestic rainbow appeared above the renowned Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River, creating an enchanting scene with rows of icicles hanging from rocks along riverbanks as the waterfall embraced a temperature drop recently.
(2023-12-10). Amazing! Festival to celebrate ice collection in NE China. ecns.cn With the first block of ice"ÄÄcollected from the frozen Songhua River, the fourth Harbin Ice Harvest Festival"ÄÄkicked off on Thursday in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). Made-in-China metro train goes into operation in northern Portugal. ecns.cn The first Made-in-China metro train in the European Union (EU) was put into commercial operation in Porto, Portugal on Wednesday.
(2023-12-10). China unveils world's first unmanned 20-story vertical veggie farm. ecns.cn The world's first 20-story unmanned vertical veggie farm has entered operation in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The world's tallest unmanned plants factory was developed by the Institute of Urban Agriculture (IUA) under the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). I am the luckiest person in the world: Gu Ailing. ecns.cn Freestyle skiing Olympic champion Gu Ailing debuted in China on Thursday after the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics at the FIS half pipe World Cup qualification round at Genting Resort in Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-10). The Criminalization of U.S. Foreign Policy: The Life and Legacy of Henry Kissinger. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-10). Best foods to eat when you have a stomach bug. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Viral gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, headache, muscle aches and sometimes fever. It's often called a stomach bug or the stomach flu, but it's not actually the flu or influenza, which is a respiratory illness. This infection often develops though contact with an infected person or by ingesting contaminated food or water. An upset stomach is a common symptom of a stomach bug, which can make…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to help a frozen shoulder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity, including sleep, difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, says Dr. Christopher Camp, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/OU6-i4dKPKs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-10). Consumer Health: Do you know the signs of inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 1—7, which makes this a good time to learn about the signs and symptoms of these disorders. Researchers estimate that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn's disease, and 600,000 to 900,000 people in the U.S. have ulcerative colitis, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of your…
(2023-12-10). Consumer Health: Flu vaccination and cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed Dec. 4—8, which makes this a good time to learn more about the flu and why it's especially important that you get a flu shot if you have cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, now's the time. For…
(2023-12-10). Consumer Health: Understanding ear infection in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org "My ear hurts." There are many conditions that can trigger this complaint from a young child. Depending on the symptoms, causes of earache in children include a foreign object in the ear, the common cold, swimmer's ear and earwax blockage. Another common cause of ear pain in children is an ear infection, or otitis media. It's an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: Do you need more vitamin D in the winter? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones healthy and strong. It also has properties that support your immune system and neuromuscular health. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says one of the main ways your body gets vitamin D is through direct sunlight on the skin. And during winter in the Northern Hemisphere, that can sometimes be a challenge. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7D5TR8eRdCs Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips from a dietitian on managing holiday indulgences. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whether it's work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences.Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, shares three tips to help manage holiday indulgences this season. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/gMCQIt_bIUs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-10). How can adults with congenital heart disease reduce risks? Study finds lifetime cardiology monitoring is key. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Heart failure is a potentially urgent health concern for young adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) that is often overlooked and undertreated, even as hospitalizations for this condition continue to rise. New research from Mayo Clinic shows that young adults in the U.S. living with congenital heart disease are at an increased risk of death or cardiovascular complications after being hospitalized for heart failure. However, study data published in the Journal of…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Why dogs are good for your health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We're thinking about getting a dog. We know they're great companions, but how are they good for your health? ANSWER: People with dogs know the benefits of pet ownership. The unconditional love, trust and loyalty shown by your canine companions, coupled with their unbridled enthusiasm on your return home each day, is hard to put into words. There's another plus of having a dog by your side: It improves your overall physical…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Minute: How innovation is transforming heart transplants. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic doctors are using innovation to improve the lives of people who suffer from congestive heart failure and other chronic heart conditions. The Organ Care System, also known as "heart in a box," is potentially helping to expand the donor pool, which is crucial, considering that more than 4,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for a new heart. That's according to the organization Donate Life America. Dr. Lisa LeMond, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist,…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic expert on future of HIV on World AIDS Day. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World AIDS Day, observed on Dec. 1, raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and pays tribute to those affected by the disease. Globally, about 39 million people are living with HIV infection, according to the World Health Organization. HIV is the virus that causes the condition. The virus can spread through sexual contact, sharing infected needles and, less commonly, it can pass from mother to child. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases physician and HIV researcher, says that, while there…
(2023-12-10). Innovation in lung cancer screening, treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Lung cancer is the largest cancer killer of adult men and women worldwide. One of the reasons is that by the time symptoms develop, the cancer is too advanced for a cure. The goal of lung cancer screening is to detect cancer at an earlier stage and save more lives. Smoking is the No. 1 cause of lung cancer, and it's recommended that anyone over 55 who has a significant history of smoking, even if…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Health benefits of volunteering. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My neighbor recently retired, and I've been trying to convince her to volunteer at the library with me. She's not swayed by my stories of feeling good from helping others. Can you share some other benefits of dedicating her time and energy to a cause? ANSWER: Thank you for volunteering in your community and for trying to persuade your neighbor to join you. Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people's lives. The…
(2023-12-10). Identifying new potential in cancer-killing T cells. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Joanina Gicobi began her Ph.D. degree five years ago at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, she was interested in thinking creatively about ways to improve cancer treatment. In particular, she was curious about the body's natural ability to fight tumors: Could that process be improved? In the laboratory of Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., she joined efforts to learn more about the T cells that are part of an inherent cancer-killing immune response. Joanina Gicobi,…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees approves plans to transform healthcare, improve experience for staff and patients, redesign Rochester campus. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's Board of Trustees has approved Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester, a multiyear strategic initiative that advances Mayo Clinic's Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. It reimagines Mayo Clinic's downtown Rochester campus and introduces new facilities with a combination of innovative care concepts and digital technologies that will give Mayo Clinic the ability to scale transformation in ways never before imagined. This…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic study explores heart failure, uncovers gene's role in recovery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers studying the genetics of people who had recently developed dilated cardiomyopathy, one of the most common causes of heart failure, have found a particular gene to target for developing future drug therapy treatments. The disease makes it harder for the heart's left ventricle to pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. In this first genome-wide association study, the researchers sought to understand why some patients get better after developing the condition —…
(2023-12-10). Health and zombie cells in aging. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org With age, cells can experience senescence, a state where they stop growing but continue releasing inflammatory and tissue-degrading molecules. When a person is young, the immune system responds and eliminates senescent cells, often referred to as zombie cells. However, zombie cells linger and contribute to various age-related health problems and diseases. Mayo Clinic researchers, in two studies, shed light on the biology of aging cells. In a study published in Aging Cell, Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed zombie…
(2023-12-10). Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin achieves Magnet designation for nursing excellence. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin has achieved Magnet designation, the highest national honor for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Mayo Clinic Health System received the recognition on Nov. 29 as a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care. The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest…
(2023-12-10). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo gives tips on preventing falls on ice during busy season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Tis the season of a million errands and shopping trips, and it just so happens to coincide with that time of year when ice and snow begin to impact travel, both in our cars and on foot. In the north country, a good pair of boots isn't always enough to protect your feet and ankles from injury if you're not careful. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 1…
(2023-12-10). The rainbow of urine colors: What's typical, what's not. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regular urine color varies but usually ranges from clear to pale yellow. The exact hue depends on how much water you drink. Fluids dilute the yellow pigments in urine. So the more you drink, the clearer your urine looks. When you drink less, the yellow color becomes stronger. Some foods and medications can change the color of urine. For example, foods like beets, blackberries and fava beans can turn urine pink or red. Some medications…
(2023-12-10). Look at Gaza "Our Political Class Only Pays Lip Service to Human Rights'. expose-news.com Today, Sunday, December 10th, marks the 75th anniversary of the United Nations' endorsement of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This milestone arrives amidst a period where neglect and disdain for …
(2023-12-10). An explosive new study describing "unintended immune responses" from mRNA injections has dropped a tactical nuke on Pfizer. expose-news.com Last Wednesday, The Telegraph published an article on a study that showed one in four who had Moderna or Pfizer Covid jabs experienced an unintended immune response. This "unintended immune response," The …
(2023-12-10). US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding immediate Gaza cease-fire. muslimmirror.com WASHINGTON : The US vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution on Friday that demanded an immediate cease-fire to halt the ongoing bloodshed in the Gaza Strip as the death toll continues to mount. The text, which was co-sponsored by nearly 100 UN member states, received the support of 13 Security Council members. The United …
(2023-12-10). Activists Receive Threats Over Akii Bua Stadium Construction. independent.co.ug Gulu, Uganda |THE INDEPENDENT | Activists in Lango are reportedly receiving threats following their petition over construction of Akii-Bua stadium in Lira City. Last month, the activists petitioned Confederation of African Football (CAF) over the removal of Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium in Lira City from hosting the African Cup of Nations, AFCON 2027. Subsequently, the group …
(2023-12-10). Experts Concerned About Unutilised UGX 200b SME Recovery Funds. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Small and medium-scale enterprises are still experiencing an increase in the cost of production and inputs, even as COVID-19 is long gone. This is according to the results of a survey done by the Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) meant to among others assess business resilience to the effects of …
(2023-12-10). Museveni Criticizes Religious Fundraising For Fueling Corruption. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has cautioned religious leaders against conducting fundraising events, saying they partly contribute to the promotion of corruption in the country."I would like you, the Church, and the Mosque people to help us, it is not the main source, but it is also a contributory problem. …
(2023-12-10). NCDC Starts Review of Early Childhood Development Learning Framework. independent.co.ug Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT| The National Curriculum Development Centre-NCDC has started reviewing the early childhood development (ECD) learning framework. The review started on Thursday with a consultative meeting at Collin Hotel Mukono. NCDC had spent eighteen years without revisiting the framework. The current ECD framework for children between the ages of three to six years …
(2023-12-10). US government announces more sanctions for Ugandan officials. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday announced sanctions against current and former Ugandan officials who committed human rights abuses against opposition leaders and other groups including homosexuals. "After Uganda's flawed 2021 presidential elections, I announced a visa restriction policy targeting those believed to be responsible for, or …
(2023-12-09). Oct. 7: 'The launch of the new Palestinian revolution'. workers.org 
By: Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement The article below is from the Masar Badil, the Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement, posted Nov 8, 2023, lightly edited. Khaled Barakat "For the past month, the world has been witnessing the true criminal and vicious nature of the Zionist regime: war crimes, crimes . . . |
(2023-12-09). Inside the war in Gaza. independent.co.ug 
How Hamas helps Zionists in Israel to undermine the peace process and thereby achieve their strategic aim THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | As the war in Gaza rages, we need to ask: What is the root cause of the problem in Palestine? It is the occupation of Palestinian lands by Jewish settlers largely from …
(2023-12-09). Friday 12/15: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Friday 12/15: Action: Palestine Phone Jam + Social Media Storm. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-09). Biden and Shapiro attack pro-Palestinian protesters. workers.org 
Philadelphia So, what really happened during a pro-Palestine protest in Philadelphia on Dec. 3? Pro-Palestine protest, Philadelphia, Dec. 3, 2023. WW Photo: Joe Piette According to President genocide Joe Biden, whose office was quick to issue a statement, the protesters were "antisemitic" because they demonstrated outside Goldie, a Israeli-owned restaurant . . . |
(2023-12-09). Steps taken to reduce delivery food waste. ecns.cn With online food orders taking off in recent years, China's food delivery platforms and the restaurant industry are taking measures to reduce food waste.
(2023-12-09). China launches Zhuque-2 carrier rocket for three satellites. ecns.cn
(2023-12-09). Street interview: Residents expect China and Europe to strengthen cooperation. ecns.cn The 24th China-European Union (EU) Summit was held in the Chinese capital of Beijing on Thursday."ÄÄ"ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). World's longest highway tunnel under construction makes new progress in Xinjiang. ecns.cn The tunnel boring machine (TBM) in the middle drift in the exit section of the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel achieved an advance of 11,028 meters on Friday, marking major progress made during the construction of the exit section of the tunnel in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, which is the longest highway tunnel currently under construction in the world. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-09). CATL to open int'l headquarters, R%26D center in Hong Kong. ecns.cn China's battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Hong Kong Science Park on Thursday.
(2023-12-09). WATCH: DC Belmarsh Tribunal for Assange. consortiumnews.com
(2023-12-09). The wanton destruction of mosques and churches. electronicintifada.net
(2023-12-09). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 64: U.S., alone against the world, vetoes Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire. mondoweiss.net
(2023-12-09). Israeli losses multiply as Gaza factions ferociously resist aggression. new.thecradle.co
(2023-12-09). Landlords for Israel's arms trade shut down, LondonMetric's Mayfair offices re-decorated. palestineaction.org
(2023-12-09). As Israeli genocide continues: Protesters for Palestine stay in the streets. workers.org
(2023-12-09). Iceberg The Size Of Hawaii Breaks Free! youtube.com
(2023-12-09). U.S. Is Officially Finished With Ukraine Proxy-War. youtube.com
(2023-12-09). Inspired By Strike Wins, 1,000 Volkswagen Workers Sign Union Cards. popularresistance.org Today workers at Volkswagen's Chattanooga, Tennessee, assembly plant announced their third bid to unionize plant-wide with the Auto Workers (UAW). | Riding the momentum of its strike of the Big 3 automakers, the UAW now wants to double its numbers in the auto industry by adding 150,000 workers at companies that have long avoided unionization. Thirteen non-union automakers are on notice: Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan, Subaru, Mazda, Mercedes, Volvo, BMW, Volkswagen, and electric vehicle producers Rivian, Tesla, and Lucid. | The union says it has been inundated with calls and online sign-ups by workers at these fi…
(2023-12-09). On the picket line. workers.org 
Detroit casino win As of Dec. 2, all 4,700 striking union members at three Detroit casinos will be back on the job with the ratification of a five-year contract at MGM Grand Detroit Casino. Strikers at the MotorCity Casino and the Hollywood Casino at Greektown approved an agreement and returned . . . |
(2023-12-09). Major organizing drive by UAW targets non-union auto companies. workers.org 
The United Auto Workers union, which scored major contract gains after striking Ford, General Motors and Stellantis for over 40 days, is not resting on its laurels. The union has just announced an industry-wide organizing drive aimed at bringing workers in all of the non-union U.S. auto plants into the . . . |
(2023-12-09). NIH Researchers Vote To Form A Union For The First Time. popularresistance.org Hundreds of early-career researchers at the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) have voted overwhelmingly to form a union, nearly completing the official process required to do so. They plan to call on the agency — the world's largest public funder of biomedical research — to improve pay and working conditions, and to bolster its policies and procedures for dealing with harassment and excessive workloads. | About 98% of the research fellows who participated in the ballot voted on 6 December to form the union, with 1,601 voting in favour and just 36 against. Barring any objections, the result will b…
(2023-12-09). Best foods to eat when you have a stomach bug. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Viral gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, headache, muscle aches and sometimes fever. It's often called a stomach bug or the stomach flu, but it's not actually the flu or influenza, which is a respiratory illness. This infection often develops though contact with an infected person or by ingesting contaminated food or water. An upset stomach is a common symptom of a stomach bug, which can make…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to help a frozen shoulder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity, including sleep, difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, says Dr. Christopher Camp, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/OU6-i4dKPKs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-09). Consumer Health: Do you know the signs of inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week will be observed Dec. 1—7, which makes this a good time to learn about the signs and symptoms of these disorders. Researchers estimate that more than half a million people in the U.S. have Crohn's disease, and 600,000 to 900,000 people in the U.S. have ulcerative colitis, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of your…
(2023-12-09). Consumer Health: Flu vaccination and cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed Dec. 4—8, which makes this a good time to learn more about the flu and why it's especially important that you get a flu shot if you have cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, now's the time. For…
(2023-12-09). Consumer Health: Understanding ear infection in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org "My ear hurts." There are many conditions that can trigger this complaint from a young child. Depending on the symptoms, causes of earache in children include a foreign object in the ear, the common cold, swimmer's ear and earwax blockage. Another common cause of ear pain in children is an ear infection, or otitis media. It's an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Do you need more vitamin D in the winter? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones healthy and strong. It also has properties that support your immune system and neuromuscular health. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says one of the main ways your body gets vitamin D is through direct sunlight on the skin. And during winter in the Northern Hemisphere, that can sometimes be a challenge. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7D5TR8eRdCs Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips from a dietitian on managing holiday indulgences. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whether it's work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences.Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, shares three tips to help manage holiday indulgences this season. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/gMCQIt_bIUs Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-12-09). How can adults with congenital heart disease reduce risks? Study finds lifetime cardiology monitoring is key. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Heart failure is a potentially urgent health concern for young adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) that is often overlooked and undertreated, even as hospitalizations for this condition continue to rise. New research from Mayo Clinic shows that young adults in the U.S. living with congenital heart disease are at an increased risk of death or cardiovascular complications after being hospitalized for heart failure. However, study data published in the Journal of…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Why dogs are good for your health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We're thinking about getting a dog. We know they're great companions, but how are they good for your health? ANSWER: People with dogs know the benefits of pet ownership. The unconditional love, trust and loyalty shown by your canine companions, coupled with their unbridled enthusiasm on your return home each day, is hard to put into words. There's another plus of having a dog by your side: It improves your overall physical…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: How innovation is transforming heart transplants. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic doctors are using innovation to improve the lives of people who suffer from congestive heart failure and other chronic heart conditions. The Organ Care System, also known as "heart in a box," is potentially helping to expand the donor pool, which is crucial, considering that more than 4,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for a new heart. That's according to the organization Donate Life America. Dr. Lisa LeMond, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist,…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic expert on future of HIV on World AIDS Day. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World AIDS Day, observed on Dec. 1, raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and pays tribute to those affected by the disease. Globally, about 39 million people are living with HIV infection, according to the World Health Organization. HIV is the virus that causes the condition. The virus can spread through sexual contact, sharing infected needles and, less commonly, it can pass from mother to child. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases physician and HIV researcher, says that, while there…
(2023-12-09). Innovation in lung cancer screening, treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Lung cancer is the largest cancer killer of adult men and women worldwide. One of the reasons is that by the time symptoms develop, the cancer is too advanced for a cure. The goal of lung cancer screening is to detect cancer at an earlier stage and save more lives. Smoking is the No. 1 cause of lung cancer, and it's recommended that anyone over 55 who has a significant history of smoking, even if…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Health benefits of volunteering. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My neighbor recently retired, and I've been trying to convince her to volunteer at the library with me. She's not swayed by my stories of feeling good from helping others. Can you share some other benefits of dedicating her time and energy to a cause? ANSWER: Thank you for volunteering in your community and for trying to persuade your neighbor to join you. Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people's lives. The…
(2023-12-09). Identifying new potential in cancer-killing T cells. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Joanina Gicobi began her Ph.D. degree five years ago at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, she was interested in thinking creatively about ways to improve cancer treatment. In particular, she was curious about the body's natural ability to fight tumors: Could that process be improved? In the laboratory of Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., she joined efforts to learn more about the T cells that are part of an inherent cancer-killing immune response. Joanina Gicobi,…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees approves plans to transform healthcare, improve experience for staff and patients, redesign Rochester campus. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's Board of Trustees has approved Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester, a multiyear strategic initiative that advances Mayo Clinic's Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. It reimagines Mayo Clinic's downtown Rochester campus and introduces new facilities with a combination of innovative care concepts and digital technologies that will give Mayo Clinic the ability to scale transformation in ways never before imagined. This…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic study explores heart failure, uncovers gene's role in recovery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers studying the genetics of people who had recently developed dilated cardiomyopathy, one of the most common causes of heart failure, have found a particular gene to target for developing future drug therapy treatments. The disease makes it harder for the heart's left ventricle to pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. In this first genome-wide association study, the researchers sought to understand why some patients get better after developing the condition —…
(2023-12-09). Health and zombie cells in aging. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org With age, cells can experience senescence, a state where they stop growing but continue releasing inflammatory and tissue-degrading molecules. When a person is young, the immune system responds and eliminates senescent cells, often referred to as zombie cells. However, zombie cells linger and contribute to various age-related health problems and diseases. Mayo Clinic researchers, in two studies, shed light on the biology of aging cells. In a study published in Aging Cell, Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed zombie…
(2023-12-09). Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin achieves Magnet designation for nursing excellence. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin has achieved Magnet designation, the highest national honor for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Mayo Clinic Health System received the recognition on Nov. 29 as a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork and superiority in patient care. The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition Program distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest…
(2023-12-09). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo gives tips on preventing falls on ice during busy season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. — Tis the season of a million errands and shopping trips, and it just so happens to coincide with that time of year when ice and snow begin to impact travel, both in our cars and on foot. In the north country, a good pair of boots isn't always enough to protect your feet and ankles from injury if you're not careful. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 1…
(2023-12-09). The rainbow of urine colors: What's typical, what's not. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regular urine color varies but usually ranges from clear to pale yellow. The exact hue depends on how much water you drink. Fluids dilute the yellow pigments in urine. So the more you drink, the clearer your urine looks. When you drink less, the yellow color becomes stronger. Some foods and medications can change the color of urine. For example, foods like beets, blackberries and fava beans can turn urine pink or red. Some medications…
(2023-12-09). Angolan President reaffirms commitment to fight off corruption. plenglish.com Luanda, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) Angolan President Joà£o Lourenàßo on Saturday reaffirmed his "unwavering" commitment to prevent and crack down on corruption, on the 20th anniversary of the UN Convention against Corruption.
(2023-12-09). Chile calls for UN reform after US vetoed Gaza cease-fire resolution. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) Chilean President Gabriel Boric on Saturday called for a new UN structural reform following the United States vetoed at UNSC a Gaza cease-fire resolution.
(2023-12-09). Cuba reaffirms willingness to collaborate with Botswana. plenglish.com The statement was made on X, on the occasion of the 46th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Havana and Gaborone back in 1977. | Since 1977, thousands of Cuban health professionals (Comprehensive Health Program (PIS), Compensated Collaboration and Medical Services, specialists in Pharmacy, Electromedicine and Rehab.) have been serving in the African country.
(2023-12-09). Cuban vice president tours biofertilizer plant in Central Province. plenglish.com Santa Clara, Cuba, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Vice President Salvador Valdés on Saturday checked the investment process of a biofertilizer and biopesticide factory being built in Santa Clara province.
(2023-12-09). French lawmakers criticize Macron for posing with gift from Milei. plenglish.com Paris, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) avier Milei gets to know his international counterparts in his own way. Newly elected In November, the new president of Argentina offered an original gift to Emmanuel Macron this week: a signed jersey from Boca Juniors, a club in the capital of which the extravagant polemicist is a fervent supporter.
(2023-12-09). Lebanese Democratic Party reaffirms solidarity with Gaza. plenglish.com In a meeting, the Executive Committee of the Democratic Party praised the capacity of Palestinian fighters to face up Israel ¥s genocidal machinery and its allies from the United States and the West. | In this regard, the Democratic Party regretted the shameful failure of the international community after assassinations and crimes against children, women and innocent people in Gaza. | For such a reason, the Party supported the resistance operations in Lebanon and called for the preservation of human rights and international laws and conventions. | At the same time, it called on the Lebanese state to help the…
(2023-12-09). MININT to condemn enemy plans and actions against Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) Cuba on Saturday will be revealing an important condemnation of enemy plans and actions against the country, which are being investigated by Interior Ministry (MININT).
(2023-12-09). Rich countries owe 500B dollars to developing world — UNCTAD. plenglish.com Dubai, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) Rich countries owe USD billion to developing nations in order to meet new climate finance target, the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) warned Saturday.
(2023-12-09). Texas judge says Katie Cox may abort fetus with lethal abnormality. plenglish.com Washington, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) For the first time -in at least 50 years- a judge has intervened to allow an adult woman to terminate her pregnancy.
(2023-12-09). Trump takes 2024 lead as Joe Biden approval hits new low — WSJ Poll. plenglish.com Washington, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) President Joe Biden's approval rating has hit a new low, as he also trials his top Republican challenger, former President Donald Trump, in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup ahead of the 2024 presidential election, according to a new Wall Street Journal poll.
(2023-12-09). Kissinger and Chile: A Declassified Postmortem. progressive.org The documents tell the truth of Kissinger's crimes.
(2023-12-09). Peruvians resist U.S.-backed coup. workers.org 
This talk was given at the "One Year of Resistance against the U.S.-backed Coup to Peruvian President Pedro Castillo" event, organized by PEX Semillas de Libertad and held Dec. 6 at People's Forum in New York City and by Zoom. 'One Year of Resistance' against coup in Peru, People's Forum, . . . |
(2023-12-09). Controversial Waqf Repeal Bill 2022 introduced in Rajya Sabha. muslimmirror.com BJP member Harnath Singh Yadav introduced the Waqf Repeal Bill 2022 in the Rajya Sabha, seeking to overturn the Waqf Act of 1995. The introduction of the bill sparked vehement protests from various opposition parties, including the Congress, TMC, DMK, CPI, CPI (M), and RJD, leading to a division of votes. The Waqf Act, initially …
(2023-12-09). Crisis at CSSEIP: Systematic exclusion of SC/ST/OBC & minority institutions by Modi government. muslimmirror.com By Syed Zubair Ahmad Contrary to the claims of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas' (Together with all, development for all), the policy of the current dispensation has pushed institutions meant to empower marginalised communities to the brink of closure. The Centers for the Study of Social Exclusion & Inclusive Policy (CSSEIP) is one such institution which has virtually …
(2023-12-09). Gaza toll surges to 17,487 as Israeli onslaught continues: Health Ministry. muslimmirror.com GAZA CITY, Palestine : The number of Palestinians killed by Israel's onslaught in the Gaza Strip has risen to 17,487, with over 46,480 injured, the Health Ministry in the besieged enclave announced on Friday. Ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qudra said at a press conference that 350 were killed and 558 injured in the past several hours …
(2023-12-09). Mahua's expulsion is a symptom of India drifting towards a 'Deep State'. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba Finally, Mahua Moitra, the TMC MP is expelled from the Lok Sabha. This was on the expected lines. One pity is the BJP government's arrogance in taking such an action, when this Parliament is not left with even one or half session more. The damage that the BJP has done to …
(2023-12-09). Mayawati suspends MP Danish Ali from BSP for 'anti-party activities'. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Network Lok Sabha MP Danish Ali, who recently became a target of an unsavoury exchange on the floor of the house, has been suspended from his party — Mayawati's Bahujan Samaj Party. "Anti-party activity" has been spelt out as the reason for the action against him. "You were warned many times against …
(2023-12-09). NIA raids 40 locations in Maharashtra, arrests 13 in ISIS conspiracy case. muslimmirror.com The National Investigating Agency (NIA) said that it conducted raids at 40 locations in Maharashtra, including Thane, Pune, and Mira Bhayandar, leading to the arrest of 13 individuals in connection with an ISIS conspiracy case. Another location in Karnataka was also raided in connection with the same case. The targeted areas in Maharashtra were predominantly …
(2023-12-09). PFI moves Delhi HC against UAPA Tribunal order confirming Centre's ban. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : Popular Front of India (PFI) Friday moved the Delhi High Court challenging an order of an Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) tribunal confirming the five-year ban imposed on it by the Centre. A bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Manmohan asked the counsel for the organisation to examine the scope of the …
(2023-12-09). Time for a Transnational Uprising Against a Reckless Escalation of the Arms Race? scheerpost.com Photos taken at the #StopTrident rally at Trafalgar Square on Saturday 27th February 2016. Garry Knight from London, England, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons By Norman Solomon / The Nation Forty years ago, across a dozen pages of The Nation, I was in a debate with the English historian E.P. Thompson about the US-Soviet nuclear arms race, …
(2023-12-09). Letters to the Canary: Jonathan Freedland, Long Covid, and Catalonia. thecanary.co The Canary is excited to share the latest edition of our letters page. This is where we publish people's responses to the news and politics, or anything else they want to get off their chest. We've now opened the letters page up so anyone can submit a contribution. As always, if you'd like to subscribe to the Canary — …
(2023-12-09). Human rights groups challenge the Met over 'biased' policing of pro-Palestine marches. thecanary.co Twelve British human rights and media organisations have written to the head of the Met Police, sir Mark Rowley, to protest about the force's handling of pro-Palestine demonstrations in the capital. Pro-Palestine demos: bias in the Met's policing? They accuse the Metropolitan Police, which has been beset recently with allegations of racism, of bias in …
(2023-12-09). The Internet vs. Apartheid: How the World is Helping Gaza Stay Online. youtube.com 
Telecommunication services have been cut off in the Gaza Strip. The telecom provider Paltel said the bombardment caused "complete disruption" of internet, cellular and landline services, plunging Gaza's 2.3 million people into further isolation as Israel continues its genocidal campaign. Mirna El Helbawi, a writer, journalist and founder of Connecting Gaza, discusses the grassroots digital …
(2023-12-09). Did Hamas Carry Out Mass Rapes On October 7? youtube.com 
Did Hamas really carry out a mass rape campaign of Israelis on October 7? That is the claim made by the Israeli government and by the likes of Hillary Clinton, who are asking the world to condemn a premeditated Hamas mass rape atrocity. Almost immediately after the seven-day truce and prisoner swap between Hamas and …
(2023-12-09). The moment the US gov't single-handedly blocked a UN resolution for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. youtube.com 
(2023-12-09). 'I am you': NYC Vigil Honors Palestinian Poet Dr. Refaat Alareer. youtube.com 
"I am you. I am your past. And by killing me, you kill you." Activists in New York City held a vigil for Dr. Refaat Alareer, a Palestinian poet assassinated by Israel. The activists read a poem by Refaat titled "I am you," written to the soldiers of the Israeli occupation. #BreakThroughNews…
(2023-12-09). Exhuman 46 cuerpos que podrían ser de indígenas en Colombia. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con los registros, las comunidades del territorio indígena de San Lorenzo reportaron al menos 200 desapariciones durante el conflicto armado.
(2023-12-09). Presidente Ace pide estar atentos a amenazas internas y externas. telesurtv.net El presidente Arce calificó de "enorme peligro" el interés de Estados Unidos por los recursos naturales como el litio.
(2023-12-09). EU Creates Law to Regulate Use of Artificial Intelligences. telesurenglish.net The EU institutions pacted the creation of a law that allows or ban the use of Artificial Intelligences which may be a risk for security, users and that seeks to boost European industry. | RELATED: | The objective of the law is to regulate the use of a technology with great possibilities for society, which at the same time generates doubts and some questions that the developers of artificial intelligence do not yet know how to a…
(2023-12-09). Guatemala: Elected President Warnings of a Coup. telesurenglish.net Bernardo Arévalo, the elected president of Guatemala was accused by the Prosecutor that the elections held this year and in which he won with 58% of the votes, must be annulled for alleged administrative irregularities of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal. | RELATED: | "We are facing an absurd, ridiculous and perverse coup", said the Guatemalan elected president, and added that 'It is time to vigorously defend our vo…
(2023-12-09). Thursday 14: Meeting Between Venezuelan and Guyanese Presidents. telesurenglish.net Experience has taught humanity that it is mature, wise, and preferable for leaders of nations which are in conflict, to speak to each other calmly, respectfully, and with patience, in order to avoid an escalation into threats or the use of force: Ralph Gonsalves | The PM also emphasized that: "Both of you (Maduro and Ali) have concurred with this assessment in the quest of peaceful co-existence.
(2023-12-09). UN: United States Vetoes Resolution for Ceasefire in Palestine. telesurenglish.net On Frideady, the UN Security Council meets to discuss a resolution calling for a humanitarian immediate ceasefire in the Gaza strip. | RELATED: | The United Nations highest instance ressolution was redacted by the United Arab Emirates was supported by more than 100 countries, received 13 afiermative votes one against, and one abstention. | This is the second time since the Gaza war began that the United States vetoed…
(2023-12-09). Venezuelan and Guyanese Authorities Plans High Level Meeting. telesurenglish.net According to a comuniqué shared by the Foreign Affairs minister Yvan Gil, the Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro hold a telephonic conversation with the Brazilian President Luiz Inácio da Silva and with the Prime Minister of San Vincent and the Grenadines, Ralph Gonsalves who accorded to schedule a high level meet with Guyanese authorities on next December 14. | RELATED: | Venezuela would welcome the proposal to hold a…
(2023-12-09). Zimbabwe: Parliamentary By-elections With Banned Opposition. telesurenglish.net According to the electoral commission poll stations opened this Saturday at Zimbabwe, to held the by-parliamentary elections, where are not opposition parties participating. | RELATED: | "Polling stations opened at 07: 00 (05: 00 GMT) in areas where by-elections are being held, and voters are already queuing up to cast their ballots," the electoral commission said on X. | In October, Sengezo Tshabangu, claiming to be the CCC's "acti…
(2023-12-09). Catalysing precision medicine by Africa, for Africa. independent.co.ug 
Tapping into its vast genomic research potential will require steady investment, capacity-building, and collaboration COMMENT | COLLEN MASIMIREMBWA | Africa is the continent with the most genetic diversity, but is gravely underrepresented in genomic research, with only 2% of global genomic data coming from people of African ancestry as of 2021. As a result, disease risk …
(2023-12-09). COP28: $400-million green investment commitments announced for Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Dubai, UAE | THE INDEPENDENT | Over $400 million in green investment commitments have been announced for Uganda at the climate change conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The green investment commitments, current and future, are for the next four years in the areas of renewable energy, water filtration and forestry, Uganda Investment …
(2023-12-09). Electricity Pricing: Winning the battle but losing the war. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | By DR HARRISON MUTIKANGA | A decade after Andrew Mwenda's article, "Electricity cost going up 40%: but who benefits most from subsidies to UMEME?" in The Independent (Issue No.196 January 13-19, 2012), the details of electricity pricing, subsidy policies, and their ramifications remain a concern. Mwenda's call to remove subsidies, deeming them economically …
(2023-12-09). Ethiopia, Tanzania and Morocco ranked Africa's top tourism performers 2023. independent.co.ug 
The three countries have by far exceeded their pre-pandemic arrival numbers on robust tourism infrastructure expansion and aggressive destination promotion. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | The end of a civil war in Ethiopia, Tanzania's president featuring in a historical tourism documentary and rising infrastructure and marketing investments in Morocco have bolstered the three countries' …
(2023-12-09). Warriors turn guns on wildlife in Kidepo Park. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Armed Karamojong warriors have sought refuge in Kidepo National Park, resorting to killing wild animals for sustenance, raising concerns about their impact on the park's ecosystem. Security has confirmed that these warriors, previously active in terrorizing Kaabong and Kotido districts, have relocated to Karenga district, using the game park …
(2023-12-09). India's Role as a Peace Mediator in these Critical Times. uwidata.com The Schiller Institute has organized on July 8 and 9 an international conference titled "On the Verge of a New World War — European Nations Must Cooperate" in Strasbourg, France. Several politicians and scholars from a wide range of countries participated, and UWI will present a number of selected speeches from the conference. Today we …
2023-12-08: News Headlines
(2023-12-07). EE.UU. dice que no puede hacer nada para detener la guerra en Gaza, pero miente. globalizacion.ca Tras las crecientes críticas por su inacción, la administración Biden afirma que es impotente para detener la embestida israelí contra Gaza. Se trata de una evasiva enfermiza, dado el gran apoyo militar y diplomático que Estados Unidos proporciona incuestionablemente a…
(2023-12-07). Dos décadas de desencuentros entre la Unión Europea y el Mercosur para cerrar un tratado de libre comercio. globalizacion.ca La Unión Europea y los Estados del Mercosur (Argentina, Bolivia, Brasil, Paraguay y Uruguay) renuncian a cerrar un pacto comercial esta semana tras meses de una intensa diplomacia comercial. | Por segunda vez en cuatro años se alejan las perspectivas de…
(2023-12-07). Estados Unidos: a dos siglos de la doctrina Monroe. globalizacion.ca Interpretada y ejercida de manera unilateral por una potencia mundial que empezaba a expandirse de manera sostenida a principios del siglo XIX, la docrina se condensa en una frase: ´América para los americanos ª. | La doctrina Monroe cumple 200 años y…
(2023-12-07). Gaza, Beirut, Bagdad, Teherán: el sionismo brazo armado del imperialismo estadounidense. globalizacion.ca En las últimas semanas el espectro de un nuevo conflicto militar se ha materializado en una de las zonas más inestables del planeta, Asía occidental, que es objeto de los intereses expansionistas de Estados Unidos y de la atención morbosa…
(2023-12-08). Nationwide Subsidiary Attacked in San Francisco. indybay.org Inspired by the recent attack in Walnut Creek, every window was smashed at a Nationwide subsidiary in San Francisco. Direct hits were achieved despite the presence of iron bars covering the windows.
(2023-12-08). Friday 12/8: Virtual Teach-In: Divest from Militarism, Invest in Life! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-08). Thursday 12/7: The Gaza Monologues. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-08). Friday 12/8: Action: Phone Jam + Social Media Storm. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-08). Saturday 12/9: Sacramento Action: Boycott Sabra Hummus. indybay.org 1025 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA | and | 3680 Crocker Dr., Sacramento, CA…
(2023-12-08). Saturday 12/9: Rally for Palestine by Youth Voices for Humanity. indybay.org King Plaza | 250 Hamilton Ave. | Palto Alto, CA…
(2023-12-08). In memory of Dr. Refaat Alareer. electronicintifada.net Beloved and influential educator, writer and mentor murdered in Israeli airstrike.
(2023-12-08). Monday 1/15: 10th Annual March to Reclaim MLK's Radical Legacy. indybay.org Our march will begin at 14th & Broadway in downtown Oakland on January 15th at 11 am.
(2023-12-08). Monday 12/11: December Permaculture Guild Potluck and Meetup – Gift Making Skill Share. indybay.org
(2023-12-08). Friday 12/15: Ghostly Labor: A Dance Theatre Performance. indybay.org Brava Theater Center | 2781 24th Street | San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2023-12-08). Lithium Mine Battle at Paiute Massacre Site Links to Global Battle Against Greenwashing. indybay.org The struggle to protect Peehee Mu'huh, Thacker Pass, from lithium mine links the global struggles of uncontacted Indonesians battling nickel mining, child slaves in Congo's cobalt mines, and the peoples' battles against lithium mining in Serbia and Argentina. They are all battling the greenwashing of the false solution of electric vehicles for climate change.
(2023-12-08). Anti-Palestinian Racism in Canada. dissidentvoice.org 
After months of research and analysis, CJPME published a landmark study highlighting the widespread problem of anti-Palestinian racism (APR) in Canada. Entitled, "Anti-Palestinian Racism in Canada: CJPME's 2022 Report," the report constitutes the first-ever, non-exhaustive study of APR in Canada, and exposes more than 500 examples of this form of racism in online written content …
(2023-12-08). Sunday 12/17: Holiday Bazaar & Annual Open House. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center | 1364 Fremont Blvd. | Seaside, CA 93955…
(2023-12-08). Newsom cancels public Capitol tree lighting ceremony to avoid Free Palestine protesters. indybay.org "Governor Newsom decided to cancel the tree lighting ceremony rather than face the public that is enraged by his shameful silence on the genocide in Gaza," said Yassar Dahbour of Sacramento Regional Coalition for Palestinian Rights.
(2023-12-08). The machine is broken. indybay.org Corporations are also using their profits to repurchase their own shares (thereby boosting stock indices to record levels), to finance mergers and acquisitions (which increase concentration, but not investment, and often involve cutting jobs)…
(2023-12-08). The Problem is Institutional Racism. indybay.org Three hurdles make it difficult to talk about racism: the identity hurdle, the guilt hurdle and the renunciation hurdle. The fourth hurdle is the imagination hurdle.
(2023-12-08). Third homegrown C919 plane to enter China Eastern Airline's flying fleet. ecns.cn China Eastern Airlines said it will welcome the third homegrown C919 aircraft soon, according to information released through a China Eastern investor interactive platforms on Monday.
(2023-12-08). Ample funds power infrastructure projects across China. ecns.cn Chinese provinces are propelling a fresh wave of infrastructure construction as well as accelerating the pace of existing projects, powered by sustained fund inflow through government bonds and bank loans.
(2023-12-08). Online shopping lets us live like kings. ecns.cn Every day most of us take for granted the fact that we can order and purchase all sorts of items online, thanks to e-commerce platforms such as Taobao, JD and Pinduoduo.
(2023-12-08). Domestic firms top EV battery installations. ecns.cn With the electric vehicle battery installation growing globally despite a slowdown in EV sales, Chinese battery makers have gained a larger footprint in the sector in the first ten months of this year.
(2023-12-08). U.S. urged to correct bias on EV makers. ecns.cn China has asked the United States to correct its discriminatory measures — which will exclude Chinese electric vehicles and relevant products from obtaining tax credits from next year.
(2023-12-08). China's NEV sector helps combat climate change. ecns.cn China's auto industry is expected to play a bigger role in combating climate change thanks to its leading position in electrification, said officials and experts.
(2023-12-08). Exports expected to see 4th-quarter resurgence. ecns.cn China is likely to achieve its annual goals for ensuring the stability and enhancing the quality of foreign trade, with positive factors continuing to take effect in the fourth quarter, government officials and analysts said on Thursday.
(2023-12-08). COP28 calls for speeding up action. ecns.cn Negotiators at the United Nations climate conference being held in Dubai were told to step up their game over the first Global Stocktake talks.
(2023-12-08). Gu Ailing's return off to flying start as superstar shakes off injury fears. ecns.cn The 20-year-old stomped two qualification runs in style to secure a spot in Saturday's final of the 2023-24 halfpipe World Cup season opener at Genting Resort in Zhangjiakou, Hebei province.
(2023-12-08). Data, AI, digital twin investment key to growth. ecns.cn Chinese companies should invest in data, artificial intelligence and digital twins, which are increasingly perceived as key drivers to build resilient supply chains and achieve autonomous production.
(2023-12-08). Beijing releases guideline on improving care for elderly. ecns.cn Authorities in Beijing released a guideline on Thursday, pledging to improve services for the capital's elderly population in line with the broader national strategy.
(2023-12-08). China supports developing nations on climate change. ecns.cn While promoting climate adaptation at home, China will continue to support other developing nations to adapt to the climate crisis, said Zhao Yingmin, vice-minister of ecology and environment.
(2023-12-08). Steps taken to reduce delivery food waste. ecns.cn With online food orders taking off in recent years, China's food delivery platforms and the restaurant industry are taking measures to reduce food waste.
(2023-12-08). Insights | Former ABC VP: Improving U.S.-China communication beneficial for the whole world. ecns.cn The U.S.-China leaders' summit meeting earlier this month has attracted world attention for its particular relevance today. It is "the first step of a thousand-mile journey" and could lead to betterment in the bilateral relationship, which could be beneficial for not only the two countries but also the whole world, noted Harvey Dzodin, senior fellow at the Center for China & Globalization and former vice president of ABC Television, in an exclusive interview with China News Network recently.
(2023-12-08). Mascot for Spring Festival Gala released. ecns.cn Named Long Chenchen, or the "dragon of Chenchen," the mascot for China's upcoming Dragon Spring Festival Gala has been released, with a lot of design details showing the aesthetics of Chinese cultural elements.
(2023-12-08). China issues plan to promote further opening-up of Shanghai FTZ. ecns.cn China's State Council on Thursday unveiled a comprehensive plan to promote the high-level institutional opening-up of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone by aligning it with high-standard international economic and trade rules.
(2023-12-08). Guideline to optimize Shanghai free trade zone. ecns.cn The State Council, the country's Cabinet, published a comprehensive plan on Thursday with measures to support further development of the Shanghai free trade zone, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2023-12-08). Upward trend continues in China's foreign trade. ecns.cn China's total imports and exports of goods in November grew by 0.3 percentage points from the previous month to 1.2 percent year-on-year, according to data released Thursday by the General Administration of Customs.
(2023-12-08). Envoy: Honor spirit of Xi-Biden summit. ecns.cn The recent rhetoric about a "China threat" and calls by some U.S. officials and lawmakers to intensify curbs on exports and investment run counter to the commitments that U.S. President Joe Biden made in his recent summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in California.
(2023-12-08). 8th LMC Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in Beijing. ecns.cn The 8th Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Foreign Ministers' Meeting was held in Beijing on Thursday.
(2023-12-08). Chinese envoy to UN calls for increase in humanitarian aid for people affected by Ukraine conflict ahead of winter. ecns.cn Chinese envoy to the UN called for an increase in humanitarian aid efforts ahead of winter, and reiterated that China's stance on the Ukraine issue has not changed, emphasizing its commitment to mediation and promoting dialogue.
(2023-12-08). China issues action plan for improving air quality. ecns.cn China's State Council, the country's cabinet, issued an action plan on Thursday for the continuous improvement of air quality. Under the plan, China should boost the development of new energy and clean energy.
(2023-12-08). Buddhist monks celebrate annual religious ceremony. ecns.cn Buddhist monks light up butter lamps for a religious ceremony at Sera Monastery in Lhasa, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, Dec. 6, 2023, the 24th day of the tenth month in Tibetan calendar.
(2023-12-08). Zodiac dragon version of Bing Dwen Dwen available in Beijing. ecns.cn The special version was designed to celebrate the second anniversary of the Beijing Winter Olympic Games and the upcoming Year of the Dragon.
(2023-12-08). World's tallest unmanned vertical veggie farm in Chengdu. ecns.cn The world's tallest unmanned vertical farm has entered operation in Chengdu..
(2023-12-08). Dec 8, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ "Al Pueblo" — Cuban Socialist Song My Speech To A Seminar on Multipolarity, by Larry Johnson Towards a Palestine Without Palestinians, by Philip Giraldi Genocide: The Gaze From The Abyss — Media Lens Jesus Buried Under Rubble in Bethlehem, by Finian Cunningham If The Pro-Israel Position Was Based On Truth And Morality, It Wouldn't Depend On Lies And Slander, by Caitlin Johnstone Day 62: UN Chief invokes Article 99, warning Israel's war on Gaza threatens.. by Leila Warah Israeli Government is 'Breaking Apart' — Türkiye's Erdogan Suspicious Israeli Stock Market Activity Hi…
(2023-12-08). Wednesday 12/13: #ERANow: It's Been 100 Years. Not One More! US Gender Equality Call to Action. indybay.org Virtual panel discussion on Equal Rights Amendment | Join from anywhere…
(2023-12-08). Selected Articles: Genocide: Israel's Mass Starvation Campaign, Targeting Children. globalresearch.ca 
By This video is the first major sign that I have seen that food will become a rare commodity and starving Palestinians with skin over bones …
(2023-12-08). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2023-12-08). After years of struggle, NSW public sector wages cap is removed. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Ballarat TLC says fascists will never co-opt Eureka Day. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). 'Boomers vs Gen Z' narrative hides the class divide. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Climate is the real threat, protesters tell defence conference. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Gaza: Why doesn't the United Nations deploy 'Responsibility to Protect'? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Labor falls short on Robodebt royal commission measures. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Multiple faith groups target PM on climate. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Pacific Island climate campaigner tells COP28 protest: 'Phase out, not phase down'. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Richard Marles' new AUKUS defence procurement laws: Sovereignty or subordination? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). VAD becomes legal in NSW, but Telehealth ban bites. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). 'You don't betray your sources': Disrupt Burrup Hub tells the ABC. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-08). Wednesday 12/13: Fighting Antisemitism Through the Lens of Collective Liberation. indybay.org Livestream event: www.tickettailor.com/events/haymarketbooks/1088718#…
(2023-12-08). Private Prison Firms Set To Cash In On Immigrant Surveillance Boom. levernews.com
(2023-12-08). Sunday 12/31: 2023 Freedom''s Eve – Historic Stockton African Kwanzaa connection to our Cushite Empire. indybay.org Historic Stockton Waterfront Community…
(2023-12-08). Washington Post San Francisco Bureau WBNG Journalists Speak Out At Solidarity Strike Rally. indybay.org Striking Washington-Baltimore News Guild members who work at the Washington Post rallied in San Francisco and spoke out about why they're striking nationally.
(2023-12-08). Thursday 12/7: Injured Longshore Workers To Protest PMA, Bosses, HMO's, OSHA, Lawyers & US Dep Of Labor. indybay.org Frank Ogawa Plaza | Oscar Grant Plaze | Oakland City Hall…
(2023-12-08). Effie's House tenants are illegally under surveillance. indybay.org This Story Is Dedicated To All The People Who May Be Under Surveillance Illegally Where They Reside!
(2023-12-08). Sabotage of the Kiev-Moscow March 2022 Peace Agreement in Istanbul. The End Game is the Destruction and Privatization of Ukraine. globalresearch.ca Ukrainian negotiators said that under their proposals, Kyiv would agree not to join alliances or host bases of foreign troops. The proposals, which would require a referendum in Ukraine. They have essentially agreed to to reject NATO membership.
(2023-12-08). Tuesday 12/12: Stop the City of Santa Cruz from Buying Automatic License Plate Readers. indybay.org Council Chambers, Santa Cruz City Hall, 809 Center St, Santa Cruz | The proposal to purchase Automatic License Plate Readers is #26 on the city council agenda, and will be heard sometime after 12: 45 PM, in the mid-afternoon or early evening.
(2023-12-08). Larry On Milley. . smoothiex12.blogspot.com 
(2023-12-08). Some Numbers For America's European Lapdo… I mean "Allies". smoothiex12.blogspot.com 
(2023-12-08). How the U.S. Has Darkened the Nuclear Cloud Over Humanity. indybay.org This article was originally published by The Nation.
(2023-12-08). Friday 12/8: Action: Associated Students Executive Council at CCSF is proposing a Ceasefire Resolution! indybay.org City College of San Francisco – Ocean Campus | 50 Frida Kahlo Way | Student Union Room 208…
(2023-12-08). Israeli Forces Push Deeper Into Khan Yunis. orinocotribune.com The Israeli air force is bombarding the entire city as troops push forward, despite alleged 'safe-zones' designated by Israel | The Israeli army continued its "Under heavy aerial bombardment, Israeli tanks started pushing deeper and deeper to the cent…
(2023-12-08). Israeli Forces Strip, Abduct Dozens of Palestinian Men. orinocotribune.com Seven men were reportedly shot dead by Israeli troops for not complying with the soldiers' orders fast enough | Israeli forces abducted dozens of Gaza men from the market street in Beit Lahia in northern Gaza on 7 December. The men were forced to strip off their clothes and sit in rows on the street. They were then searched and humiliated before they were taken in trucks to an unknown location, according to eyewitnesses, The New Arab Images and footage circulating on social media platforms showed Israeli for…
(2023-12-08). Wednesday 12/6: OUSD Gaza Teach-In. indybay.org Virtual panel…
(2023-12-08). Censored — The Study That Shows a Staggering 17 Million Deaths After Covid Vaccine Rollout. expose-news.com
(2023-12-08). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years in 2003.
(2023-12-08). Council on Foreign Relations tries to combat rise of anti-globalisation. expose-news.com Major economic powers are turning inward. In other words, they are turning away from globalisation in favour of economic nationalism. The shift away from hyper-globalisation poses huge questions for Globalists. Officially, the …
(2023-12-08). Electromagnetic radiation emitted from Starlink dishes sickens and kills pets and wildlife. expose-news.com In a letter to Arthur Firstenberg, custodian of an animal sanctuary in the Rocky Mountains described how animals in the sanctuary are falling sick and dying after most people in the area …
(2023-12-08). Unexplained deaths skyrocket in highly covid vaccinated Canada. expose-news.com
(2023-12-08). The Architecture of Cities: The World. counterpunch.org 
The old vs. the new I sat perched like a naked rabid Balinese Macaques monkey wrapped and buckled in a straitjacket: Arms waist tied behind my back: Legs crossed: I sat on an empty road between here and there: I smiled: I had a free pass to see the world pass before my eyes. The twilight sun had just a few more minutes
(2023-12-08). Ground prepared for expanding cooperation between Iran, Russia: Raisi. muslimmirror.com Tehran : Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has stressed that "the ground is prepared" for taking more effective steps to expand cooperation between Iran and Russia in line with the interests of both sides. Raisi made the remarks in a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Thursday while commenting on the two countries' …
(2023-12-08). Kannada, English among subjects to be taught in madrasas: Karnataka CM. muslimmirror.com Bengaluru : Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday said Kannada and English along with Maths and science will be taught for two years on an experimental basis in the registered madrasas for two years. "Children studying in waqf properties and registered madrasas run by waqf institutions will be taught continuously for two years in Kannada, …
(2023-12-08). US defense chief urges Israel to restrain settler violence in occupied West Bank. muslimmirror.com ISTANBUL : In a Thursday phone call, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, urging him to restrain settler violence in the occupied West Bank. According to the Pentagon, Austin called Gallant to hear updates on Israel's campaign to ensure Hamas will "no longer be able to use Gaza to …
(2023-12-08). "The Mayor" of Woodland Hills. counterpunch.org Glinting, the Southern California sun pierces smog-stained glass, its mottled rays reflecting the polished sheen of a flaming-red Maserati; smugly situated in the middle of a high-ceilinged showroom—empty at this hour—the Maserati slumbers, its smooth, sensual silhouette, sparkling. The refracted sunlight shoots a penetrating laser beam back through the glass, striking a man sprawled on
(2023-12-08). Benjamín Netanyahu amenaza con convertir el Líbano en Gaza. telesurtv.net El conflicto entre las fuerzas de ocupación y la resistencia islámica en Líbano escaló tras el inicio del asedio israelí a la Franja de Gaza.
(2023-12-08). Inicia en Venezuela consulta pública de Ley Orgánica para la Defensa de la Guayana Esequiba. telesurtv.net Con este paso debe abrir un debate en torno a dicho un instrumento entre todas y todos los venezolanos.
(2023-12-08). Algunas obras de Diego Rivera para recordar su legado. telesurtv.net El muralista Diego Rivera nació el 8 de diciembre de 1886 en la ciudad mexicana de Guanajuato. A 137 años de su natalicio, sigue siendo un referente del arte mexicano del siglo XX.
(2023-12-08). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 16.800 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-08). Seychelles declara emergencia tras explosión que dejó 66 heridos. telesurtv.net "Los daños son enormes y muchas familias han abandonado sus hogares", afirmó el mandatario Wavel Ramkalawan.
(2023-12-08). Brasil saluda ingreso pleno de Bolivia al bloque del Mercosur. telesurtv.net Lula considera que el bloque se fortalecerá, toda vez que Bolivia es una de las economías de más rápido crecimiento en la región y en el mundo, de manera duradera y sostenible.
(2023-12-08). Niños piden durante COP28 ser centro de la acción climática. telesurtv.net Intervienen en la cumbre de ONU menores de edad de naciones latinoamericanas y africanas muy afectadas por la crisis climática.
(2023-12-08). Bolivia acoge con optimismo su ingreso como socio al Mercosur. telesurtv.net "Agradecemos a todos los países miembros por hacer realidad el ingreso pleno de Bolivia al Mercosur", resaltó Arce.
(2023-12-08). Así quedaron los grupos de la Copa América 2024. telesurtv.net El partido de inauguración será entre la actual campeona del mundo Argentina contra el ganador del repechaje entre Canadá y Trinidad y Tobago.
(2023-12-08). Irán y Rusia condenan matanza de niños en Palestina. telesurtv.net "Es necesario detener lo antes posible los bombardeos. Esto es algo que atañe no solo a la región del Medio Oriente, sino a toda la humanidad y requiere de una solución rápida", dijo el presidente de Irán, Ebrahim Raisí.
(2023-12-08). Renuncia a su cargo el ministro de Inmigración del Reino Unido. telesurtv.net Jenrick considera que las medidas de premier británico, Rishi Sunak, no son lo suficientemente fuertes, "no creo que nos proporcione la mejor oportunidad posible de éxito", declaró en su carta.
(2023-12-08). Reportan más de 12.000 personas muertas por conflicto en Sudán. telesurtv.net El ente alertó también que 6.6 millones de personas se han visto obligadas a abandonar sus hogares, la mitad de ellas son niños.
(2023-12-08). Indepaz denuncia asesinato de líder en Putumayo, Colombia. telesurtv.net Este líder fue asesinado con arma blanca en la vereda Carmelita del territorio Puerto Vega Teteye.
(2023-12-08). Qatar alerta sobre auge de violencia en Oriente Medio por Israel. telesurtv.net Israel quiere "cambiar el estatus histórico y legal en Jerusalén (Este) y sus lugares sagrados", dijo Qatar.
(2023-12-08). Reportan sismo de magnitud 5,8 en Puebla, México. telesurtv.net El movimiento telúrico ocurrió a 25 kilómetros (km) al sur de Chiautla de Tapia a las 14H03 (hora local).
(2023-12-08). Presidente Maduro denuncia pretensiones de despojar a Venezuela de la Guayana Esequiba. telesurtv.net El mandatario Maduro precisó que el objetivo es desmembrar al país en pedazos y robar la riqueza que le pertenece a los venezolanos.
(2023-12-08). México valora positivamente encuentro bilateral con EEUU. telesurtv.net La secretaria estadounidense también dio arranque ayer miércoles, junto con la gobernadora del Banco de México, Victoria Rodríguez Ceja, a una moneda de 20 pesos por los 200 años de relación diplomática entre México y EU.
(2023-12-08). Australia sufre ola de calor y un ciclón. telesurtv.net En el estado de Victoria, el segundo más poblado del país, las autoridades están en alerta pues las temperaturas superarán estos días los 40 grados centígrados.
(2023-12-08). Presidente Gustavo Petro y Roger Waters hablan sobre Palestina. telesurtv.net El británico elogió al presidente de Colombia y recordó que en las elecciones de 2022 había pedido en las redes sociales votar por él.
(2023-12-08). Presidente de Portugal formaliza cese del Gobierno de António Costa. telesurtv.net Costa dijo en declaraciones a los periodistas que ahora es momento de esperar a la justicia y que después verá si todavía hay espacio para la política en su futuro.
(2023-12-08). Canciller de Venezuela se reúne con primer ministro sanvicentino. telesurtv.net El canciller venezolano expuso los resultados del referendo consultivo sobre la defensa de la Guayana Esequiba.
(2023-12-08). Realizan movilizaciones en rechazo a Dina Boluarte en Perú. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes protestaron en contra del Gobierno, la corrupción y la crisis institucional que vive esa nación.
(2023-12-08). Unrwa denuncia que Israel ataca escuela de la ONU en Gaza. telesurtv.net Urnwa destacó en su cuenta de la red social X, que otras tres escuelas también fueron atacadas, entre ellas la escuela Nuseirat.
(2023-12-08). Venezuela presenta a Caricom resultados de referendo consultivo. telesurtv.net El canciller venezolano calificó de contundente la votación de los venezolanos en defensa del territorio Esequibo.
(2023-12-08). Realizan debate electoral del Partido Republicano en EE.UU. telesurtv.net DeSantis y Ramaswamy apuntaron contra Haley, quien ha subido en las encuestas hasta el 10,5 por ciento.
(2023-12-08). Shocking Report: U.S. Government Data Reveals a Staggering 143,233% Surge in Fatal Cancer Cases Linked to COVID Vaccinations. expose-news.com Cancer begins when genetic changes interfere with the normal replication and replacement of cells in the body. Cells start to grow uncontrollably and may form a tumour. It is the No. 2 leading cause …
(2023-12-08). Startling Revelation: Only 4 to 5% of COVID Vaccine Batches Responsible for All Vaccination-Related Deaths, Yet U.S. Medicine Regulators Turn a Blind Eye! expose-news.com An investigation of official U.S. Government data, provided by the Centers for Disease Control, has revealed that extremely high numbers of adverse reactions and deaths have been reported against specific lot numbers …
(2023-12-08). Henok Teferra Shawl is new Managing Director for Boeing Africa. independent.co.ug 
Based in Addis Ababa, Teferra Shawl positioned to strengthen Boeing operations and relationships across the African continent Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | THE INDEPENDENT | Boeing has appointed Henok Teferra Shawl as the new managing director for Boeing Africa to strengthen the company's operations and relationships across the African continent. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Henok …
(2023-12-08). Impassable roads stall eviction of Balaalo in Amuru. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Amuru District is grappling with poor state of roads which has stalled the eviction of the migrant cattle keepers in the District. The District security team had identified government land at Lakang Sub County for a temporary holding ground of the animals . The roads measuring about 70 …
(2023-12-08). Luwero town council disowns protesting mortuary attendants. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Luwero town council has suspended the involvement of a mortuary attendant and a casual laborer in handling the burials of unclaimed bodies due to their demonstration over unpaid allowances. George Kallibala, a mortuary attendant, and Rogers Bulime Kakumba, a casual laborer at Luwero Hospital, protested by dumping two decomposing …
(2023-12-08). M23 captures key town in North Kivu. independent.co.ug 
North Kivu, DRC| THE INDEPENDENT | The March 23 Movement (M23) has claimed the capture of Mushaki town in Masisi territory, North Kivu province following intense fighting with Armed Forces of Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) soldiers and militia coalition under their umbrella Wazalendo (patriots). The fighting started on Thursday at around 2: 00 am in …
(2023-12-08). Medical bureau explain why not-for-profit hospitals charge exorbitant fees. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB) has spoken out on concerns by the public that Private-not-for-profit-PNFP health facilities continue charging patients highly for services despite receiving an annual grant from the government. Dr Tonny Tumwesigye, the Executive Director of the bureau says the majority of these hospitals were initially …
(2023-12-08). Mining of lithium to start soon in Ntungamo. independent.co.ug 
Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has okayed the mining of lithium in Ntungamo district to allow for the manufacture of electric car batteries. Museveni gave the green light while meeting a group of investors from Strand Hanson Limited, a London-based company at State House Entebbe. During the meeting, the President …
(2023-12-08). Private Sector Foundation and Uganda Baati sign MOU to enhance climate resilience. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A transformative memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been formalized between Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) and Uganda Baati Limited under the Uganda Baati Safal Foundation, marking the commencement of the tree-planting initiative. This agreement was signed during the PSFU's 27th Annual General Meeting at Kampala Serena Hotel and …
(2023-12-08). Research: Women experience lasting health problems after childbirth. independent.co.ug 
HEALTH REPORT | FLAVIA NASSAKA | Every year, at least 40 million women are likely to experience a long-term health problem caused by childbirth. This is according to a new study published on Thursday in the Lancet Global Health journal. Part of a special Series on maternal health, the study shows a high burden of …
(2023-12-08). Uganda MPs in Kigali for EAC games. independent.co.ug 
Kigali, Rwanda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan legislators have vowed to defend their title at the East African Community — EAC Inter-Parliamentary Games, scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, from December 8th to 19th, 2023. Flagged off Thursday at Parliament by Speaker Anita Among, a contingent of approximately 100 participants will compete across various …
(2023-12-08). Saturday 12/9: Roadmap to Apartheid: A film showing at UUSF. indybay.org Unitarian Universalists of S.F. | 1187 Franklin St. @ Geary | TSK Room…
(2023-12-08). Australian Nazis march through regional city as entire establishment vilifies refugees. wsws.org With a few cosmetic changes, the Nazi rally could have been called by Labor or the Liberal-National Coalition, both of which are engaged in a racist campaign against oppressed refugees.
(2023-12-08). Teacher, author and activist Dr. Refaat al-Ar'eer murdered in Israeli airstrike. wsws.org In his final X/Twitter posts, which have gone viral globally, Dr. al-Ar'eer correctly blamed the Biden administration and Democratic Party for the ongoing genocide.
(2023-12-08). "Helen was a true comrade, who was willing to sacrifice so much, even her life, like Tom Henehan" wsws.org The following tribute to Helen Halyard was sent by Gary Tyler. Helen played a leading role in the fight carried out by the Workers League, the predecessor to the SEP, and its youth movement, the Young Socialists, to free Gary, who was framed up in Louisiana at the age of 16 for the shooting of a white youth during the integration of Destrehan High School. Convicted by an all-white jury, Gary was initially sentenced to death and released only in 2016.
(2023-12-08). Growing support for Sri Lankan SEP campaign against pro-government thug attack on its members. wsws.org "The attack by two SLPP thugs shows the pathetic state of the ruling Wickremesinghe regime which resorts to physical violence to stop the cultivation of socialist consciousness among workers and youth." Andrei Ritsky, Young Guard of Bolshevik-Leninists from the former Soviet Union.
(2023-12-08). Stellantis announces 3,680 layoffs at Detroit and Toledo Jeep plants, as automakers escalate job cuts under new UAW contracts. wsws.org Stellantis has announced that it will cut as many as 2,465 jobs at its Detroit Assembly Complex-Mack and 1,225 jobs at the Toledo Assembly Complex, with the layoffs coming as early as February 5.
(2023-12-08). Australian government rams through detention and citizenship-stripping laws. wsws.org Backed by a foul witch hunt against refugees and immigrants, the Labor government and the Coalition are lurching further and further toward authoritarian methods of rule.
(2023-12-08). How the pseudo-left covers up the UAW's betrayal of autoworkers. wsws.org The DSA has been an integral component of the Democrats' attempted rehabilitation of the UAW apparatus, while other pseudo-left organizations are coming forward as an additional line of defense.
(2023-12-08). Trump threatens dictatorship, but "Genocide Joe" is no alternative. wsws.org The threat of a personalist Trump dictatorship is now being acknowledged by the Democrats and the corporate media, but they offer no way out of the crisis of American capitalism except imperialist war.
(2023-12-08). 1,100 DHL Express workers launch strike at Global Superhub at Cincinnati airport. wsws.org The timing of the strike during the holiday peak season and the strategic significance of the facility creates the potential for a broader struggle to bring DHL and other logistics companies to their knees. But that requires the rank and file organize themselves independently of the union apparatus, taking the initiative out of pro-corporate union officials' hands.
(2023-12-08). "Helen was our comrade, friend and fighter. She was an indefatigable fighter for the working class and socialism" wsws.org We are publishing here the tribute given by Larry Porter, the assistant national secretary of the Socialist Equality Party (US), to Helen Halyard.
(2023-12-08). Postdoctoral workers at Icahn School of Medicine in New York begin strike. wsws.org The strikers are demanding pay increases and wage adjustments for inflation, improved visa and financial support for international researchers, better benefits and healthcare for fellows and increased transparency on authorship and intellectual property.
(2023-12-08). David North sends a message to Sri Lankan SEP members attacked by pro-government thugs. wsws.org "The cowardly thugs—trade union bureaucrats who serve as the hirelings of the capitalist regime—stupidly believe that they can intimidate our party with such reactionary tactics. In fact, they draw upon themselves the contempt of the working class."
(2023-12-08). Growing tensions between Ukrainian President and army leadership as staggering death toll comes into view. wsws.org Following the disastrous failure of the "counteroffensive" the Zelensky regime is facing a disastrous political situation as Western funding fades and internal hostilities with the military leadership escalate.
(2023-12-08). Venezuela claims oil-rich territory controlled by Guyana as Pentagon carries out flight operations. wsws.org While the Maduro administration is carrying out an entirely reactionary policy, US imperialism has been the main player stoking up tensions in recent years.
(2023-12-08). Question mark raised over the world's most important financial market. wsws.org The $25 trillion US Treasury market, where government debt is bought and sold, forms the key foundation for the global financial system.
(2023-12-08). Labor government announces end of daily delivery at Australia Post. wsws.org The change is part of longstanding restructuring plans, aimed at slashing costs and transforming the publicly owned mail service into a parcel delivery business, with the ultimate goal of full or partial privatisation.
(2023-12-07). IDF Targets Khan Younis as Massacres of Palestinians Continue Unabated. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Why Journalists Must Speak Out About Gaza. popularresistance.org As journalists and media workers, we know that silencing a free press is a key tactic of authoritarian governments. We are horrified that the Israeli military has now murdered an unprecedented number of journalists and media workers in Gaza—at least 75 people as of December 4. Since October 7, Israeli forces have also killed three journalists in Lebanon, and targeted journalists in the West Bank and Jerusalem, arresting 44 journalists as of November 28, according to the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate. And, Israel's forced power and communications outages in Gaza have made even the simplest communications…
(2023-12-07). Owner of Philly restaurant targeted in Palestine protests is official Israeli govt propagandist and Biden ally. thegrayzone.com The Biden White House and top Democrats have denounced Palestine solidarity activists as antisemites for protesting outside an Israeli-owned restaurant in Philly. Its owner happens to be an official Israeli government propagandist with close ties to the Biden White House. If powerful Democrats are to be believed, it was a night of shattered glass in Philadelphia, PA this December 3. Local Palestine solidarity activists calling for a ceasefire in a war that has left 16,000 civilians dead in the besieged …
(2023-12-07). GOP bill threatens taxpayers with cleanup costs for abandoned oil wells. nationofchange.org Republicans advance legislation that could leave taxpayers footing the bill for Big Oil's mess.
(2023-12-07). Debunking Israel's 'Mass Rape' Propaganda. popularresistance.org Israel and its proxies have launched a new media blitz, reviving unverified claims that Hamas fighters perpetrated mass rapes of Israeli women during its 7 October military operation. | Despite blanket coverage, Israel does not claim to have identified any specific victim of such crimes, nor produced any videos or forensic evidence corroborating that they took place. | On The Electronic Intifada livestream we dissected this propaganda campaign and showed how it is being fronted by operatives close to the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. | Watch the video above. | We explain how this is a decep…
(2023-12-07). Syria criticizes WFP decision to suspend food aid. plenglish.com Damascus, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) The Syrian Minister of Local Administration, Hussein Makhlouf, expressed discontent of the Damascus government over the decision of the World Food Program (WFP) to suspend its aid as of next January.
(2023-12-07). Gaza Poet Describes Being Stripped, Jailed and Beaten by Israeli Forces. truthout.org We speak with celebrated Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha for his first interview after he was jailed and beaten by Israeli forces, when he was detained at a checkpoint in Gaza while heading to Rafah with his family. He was rounded up with scores of other Palestinians. "I felt humiliated. I felt terrified and terrorized by this army because they were ordering us to do everything at gunpoint… |
(2023-12-07). 'Catastrophic': Gaza aid worker on 'horror' of forced relocations amid Israel's war on Southern Strip. nationofchange.org "The amount of aid that's coming to Gaza is literally not tangible."
(2023-12-07). Cuba remembers the death in combat of General Antonio Maceo. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Cubans evoke today the 127th anniversary of the fall in combat of the major general of the Liberation Army, Antonio Maceo y Grajales, known on the island as the Bronze Titan.
(2023-12-07). Cuba's central province remembers Tribute Operation. plenglish.com Sancti Spíritus, Cuba Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Tribute was paid today in all the municipalities of this central province to the Cuban combattants who fell in the internationalist deed in Africa, whose remains returned to the Homeland 34 years ago in Operation Tribute.
(2023-12-07). DPRK condemns U.S. attempt of nuclear attack. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) today condemned the test bombings carried out by the United States with the new-generation Stealth B-21 Raider strategic aircraft.
(2023-12-07). MEP denounces Israel's attacks against journalists in Gaza. plenglish.com Brussels, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Spanish MEP Manu Pineda today denounced Israel for its crimes in the Palestinian Gaza Strip, in particular for its attacks on journalists, doctors and UN workers on the ground.
(2023-12-07). Uruguay dismantles network that brought drugs by air into the country. plenglish.com Montevideo, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) A network that transported cocaine by air from Argentina to Uruguay was dismantled in a joint operation by the two countries' prosecutors' offices, it was announced here today.
(2023-12-07). María Corina Machado Backs Down, Requests Meeting With President Maduro, and Questions Disqualification Evaluation Mechanism. orinocotribune.com Opposition leader María Corina Machado has apparently retreated from her radical and confrontational position against the Venezuelan government, saying that she was ready to sit down and talk with the President of the Republic, Nicolás Maduro. | In an According to lo…
(2023-12-07). We're Making Sure People in Immigration Detention Know Their Rights. aclu.org 
Louisiana has more people in immigration detention than any other state in the country except Texas. Across the state, thousands of people are held in just nine Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities, often in isolated regions where legal services are almost nonexistent. To put this into context, there are only about 10-12 pro-bono attorneys for the entire state, despite the immense need for legal support. This means that people detained in Louisiana essentially have no basic legal orientation or assistance in navigating the labyrinth that is the immigration legal system. | That's why the ACLU o…
(2023-12-07). America's War for the Greater Middle East (Continued). tomdispatch.com One way of understanding the ongoing bloodbath pitting Israel against Hamas is to see it as just the latest chapter in an existential struggle dating back to the founding of the Jewish state in 1948. While the appalling scope, destructiveness, and duration of the fighting in Gaza may outstrip previous episodes, this latest go-around serves chiefly to reaffirm the remarkable intractability of the underlying Arab-Israeli conflict. Although the shape of that war has changed over time, certain constants remain. Neither side, for instance, seems capable of achieving its ultimate political goals through violence. And e…
(2023-12-07). Sunday 12/10: Fairfield Palestine Rally! indybay.org 1325 Travis Blvd | Fairfield, CA…
(2023-12-07). Tuesday 12/12: No Way To Treat A Child Webinar. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-07). Thursday 12/7: Digital Security for Activists. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-07). Saturday 12/9: Pleasant Hill: Gathering in Solidarity with Palestine. indybay.org Diablo Valley College Commons | 321 Gulf Club Rd | Pleasant Hill, CA…
(2023-12-07). Friday 12/8: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-07). Friday 12/8: Virtual Teach-In: Divest from Militarism, Invest in Life! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-07). Thursday 12/7: The Gaza Monologues. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-12-07). Remembering The Political Genius And Prodigy Fred Hampton: Murdered By U.S. Government On Dec. 4, 1969. moguldom.com Civil rights leader Fred Hampton, the deputy chairman of the Black Panther Party's Illinois chapter, is remembered for his political genius and activism. His life was tragically cut short on Dec. 4, 1969, during a police raid on his residence in Chicago. Hampton's legacy endures as a symbol of the struggle for racial justice and …
(2023-12-07). Diddy Responds To Fourth Accuser Claiming Gang Rape: Individuals Are Looking For Quick Payday. moguldom.com Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is in the spotlight for facing a fresh set of rape allegations. The latest lawsuit, filed by an anonymous woman referred to as Jane Doe, claims that Combs, along with two other individuals, sexually assaulted her in a New York City music studio in 2003 when she was just 17 …
(2023-12-07). 5 Things To Know About Dr. Kevin James: The HBCU Prophet Who Brought Morris Brown Back From Grave. moguldom.com Dr. Kevin James, the 19th president of Morris Brown College, has played a pivotal role in resurrecting the institution from the brink of obscurity. As the only Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in Atlanta founded and funded by Black people, Dr. James has steered Morris Brown College towards international recognition. Here are five things …
(2023-12-07). Chile, the dangers of the new proposed Constitution. Interview with Tomás Hirsch. pressenza.com On December 17, the new draft Chilean Constitution, prepared in recent months by a Constitutional Council dominated by the extreme right, won an overwhelming victory in the May 7 [2023] [Constitutional Council] elections, will be put to a referendum. | The previous draft Constitution, very advanced in many aspects, was rejected in the September 2022 referendum. | We talked about the political and social situation and the perspectives of progressive forces with Tomás Hirsch, [Member of the Chamber of ] deputies [ of Chile] and president of Acción Humanista. | What happened after the May vote? Despite the defeat, h…
(2023-12-07). Monday 1/15: 10th Annual March to Reclaim MLK's Radical Legacy. indybay.org Our march will begin at 14th & Broadway in downtown Oakland on January 15th at 11 am.
(2023-12-07). Venezuela: National Assembly Approves Essequibo Defense Law in 1st Discussion. orinocotribune.com This Wednesday, in an extraordinary session, Venezuela's National Assembly (AN) unanimously approved, in the first discussion of the matter, the Organic Law for the Defense of Essequibo to comply with the mandate issued by the Venezuelan people last Sunday, December 3, in a binding referendum. | The legal text was presented by United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) Deputy Diosdado Cabello, who highlighted the massive participation on Sunday in the referendum. | "We came out stronger, more united," said Cabello. "I celebrate the active participation of sectors that are not aligned with the Bolivarian Revolutio…
(2023-12-07). Monday 12/11: December Permaculture Guild Potluck and Meetup – Gift Making Skill Share. indybay.org
(2023-12-07). Damning Analysis: Short-Selling Deluge Points to Foreknowledge of October 7 Attacks. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Officials Admit West Sabotaged Ukraine Peace Deal With Russia. popularresistance.org The United States has played a key role in fueling the wars in both Israel-Palestine and Ukraine. | The US government has sought to prevent peace in Gaza, vetoing resolutions in the UN Security Council that call for a ceasefire, while sending weapons to Israel to help it bomb densely populated civilian areas, contributing to the killing of more than 15,000 Palestinians, approximately 70% of whom are women and children. | Since 2022, Washington has done exactly the same in Ukraine, torpedoing peace proposals that Russia had supported. | This has been confirmed by numerous sources, including the former leader of Ge…
(2023-12-07). US-NATO Sabotaged Ukraine March 2022 Peace Deal with Russia. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Questioning the Stories We Are Told: On Solidarity and Propaganda. orinocotribune.com By Benay Blend — Dec 4, 2023 | To be in solidarity with the oppressed, whoever that might be, means to be wary of sensational media that transforms the victim into a victimizer for the sake of inflaming public opinion. | On the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, November 29, it is always good to remember what being in solidarity with another group of people really means. | It doesn't matter that the date might have come and gone before this article appears because solidarity is not something that should be put on and taken off, like a shawl, worn when it's convenient but put aside w…
(2023-12-07). Actuarial Justice: Released Refugees and Secondary Punishment. dissidentvoice.org In most instances, the justice system of a liberal democracy presumes absence of arbitrary and cruel treatment by the State. Punishment, when levelled, is finite. It might see out the term of a convict's natural life, but that would only be for the most extreme cases. Even then, the whiff of parole, while far off, …
(2023-12-07). Refreshing the Camelot School: Kennedy Hagiography at Sixty. counterpunch.org 
Camelot, the sweetly sentimental shorthand for a shortened US presidency, has generated a mythopoetry so rich it turns the stomach, clogs the intestines, and soils the historical record. With its effacing tendencies, its soppily loyal hagiographers, its ghastly, moist worshippers, anniversaries are the best occasions to shine. Six decades have passed since President John F. Kennedy was
(2023-12-07). Friday 12/8: The Long Walk Home: A Mayan Family's Journey In Search of Refuge. indybay.org Brava Theater Center | 2781 24th Street | San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2023-12-07). Friday 12/15: Ghostly Labor: A Dance Theatre Performance. indybay.org Brava Theater Center | 2781 24th Street | San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2023-12-07). Lithium Mine Battle at Paiute Massacre Site Links to Global Battle Against Greenwashing. indybay.org The struggle to protect Peehee Mu'huh, Thacker Pass, from lithium mine links the global struggles of uncontacted Indonesians battling nickel mining, child slaves in Congo's cobalt mines, and the peoples' battles against lithium mining in Serbia and Argentina. They are all battling the greenwashing of the false solution of electric vehicles for climate change.
(2023-12-07). US Shapes Philippines into Southeast Asia's "Ukraine" asia-pacificresearch.com
(2023-12-07). Sunday 12/17: Holiday Bazaar & Annual Open House. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center | 1364 Fremont Blvd. | Seaside, CA 93955…
(2023-12-07). Cliams Afghanis Are Being Ethnically Cleansed from Pakistan. counterpunch.org 
Pakistan is ethnically cleansing Afghani people from its territory. In early October, the caretaker government in Islamabad stated that all undocumented foreigners — Afghan refugees — illegally residing in Pakistan had until November 1 to leave the country. After an outcry by human rights organizations, this deadline was extended to the end of the year
(2023-12-07). 10 Fake Electors in WI Say Their Actions Were Used to Overturn Election. truthout.org On Wednesday, ten Republicans in Wisconsin who participated in the fake electors scheme in that state — as part of a broader multistate plot to help former President Donald Trump remain in office — declared their actions improper and invalid and recognized President Joe Biden as the legitimate winner of the state, as part of a settlement in a civil lawsuit. Their agreement to do so means they will… |
(2023-12-07). House Republicans Release Official Biden Impeachment Resolution. truthout.org House Republicans have unveiled a resolution to formalize the impeachment inquiry that began earlier this year against President Joe Biden. The resolution directs three committees, which have already been investigating Biden for several months now, to "continue their ongoing investigations…into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power… |
(2023-12-07). Vivek Ramaswamy Spread White Supremacist "Great Replacement Theory" at GOP Debate. truthout.org During the Republican presidential debate Wednesday night, pharmaceutical entrepreneur and former hedge fund manager Vivek Ramaswamy spread a number of discredited conspiracy theories, including one falsely purporting that the attack on the U.S. Capitol building on January 6, 2021, was an "inside job" by government leaders loyal to Democrats. Ramaswamy, who was criticized by other candidates on… |
(2023-12-07). Peace Coalition Floods US Senate with Demands Ceasefire in Gaza in Day of Action. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Friday 12/8: Shutdown Lockheed Martin. No Weapons for Genocide. indybay.org Lockheed Martin Office, 275 Battery St. (@ Sacramento), San Francisco Financial District…
(2023-12-07). Face to Face with Hezbollah. dissidentvoice.org 
As part of a fact-finding mission to the Middle East in late 2007, one year after Hezbollah concluded a war with Israel, we spent a few days with Hezbollah. I knew that Hezbollah carried heavy baggage, could be threatening, and operated as a state within a state, but it never seemed, as bludgeoning reports insisted, …
(2023-12-07). Henry Kissinger and I in Geneva. counterpunch.org The death of Henry Kissinger has elicited varying reactions, from Super Henry with his Middle East shuttle diplomacy and opening to China to Evil Henry with his Machiavellian policies in Chile, East Timor, Vietnam and elsewhere. For me, it brought back memories of his presence in Geneva in 1999 when I had an opportunity to
(2023-12-07). Israeli Defense Minister Threatens Military Action to Push Hezbollah Back from Lebanon Border. news.antiwar.com
(2023-12-07). Senate Republicans Block $111 Billion Military Aid Bill Over Border Dispute. news.antiwar.com Senate Republicans blocked a motion to advance a massive $111 billion spending package that includes military aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan over a partisan dispute on border issues. The effort failed in a vote of 49-51, with every Republican voting against the measure. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) also voted "no" due to his opposition …
(2023-12-07). The Mobile Phone: Anchor of Postmodern Life. counterpunch.org 
I live in New York and mobile phones are everywhere. I regularly take a bus or subway to get around and, most striking, I see few people who still read an old-fashioned paper newspaper or book. Nearly everyone seems to be glued to their handheld phone. This is very much the same while walking down
(2023-12-07). The machine is broken. indybay.org Corporations are also using their profits to repurchase their own shares (thereby boosting stock indices to record levels), to finance mergers and acquisitions (which increase concentration, but not investment, and often involve cutting jobs)…
(2023-12-07). Inequality in America? Bah, Humbug! counterpunch.org 
If the US economy is in such great shape why are there so many poor in America and why is there such inequality in the country? According to The Economist we are entering the golden years for American workers. After decades of the closing of factories, the loss of blue-collar jobs, wage stagnation, and a
(2023-12-07). The Problem is Institutional Racism. indybay.org Three hurdles make it difficult to talk about racism: the identity hurdle, the guilt hurdle and the renunciation hurdle. The fourth hurdle is the imagination hurdle.
(2023-12-07). Australia's Actuarial Justice: Released Refugees and Secondary Punishment. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2023-12-07). Israel-Hamas War: Genocide Resumes. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). 82 Years Ago: The Pearl Harbor "False Flag" and The Wars of Corporate America. globalresearch.ca Washington knew a Japanese fleet was on its way to Pearl Harbor, but welcomed the attack since a Japanese aggression would make it possible to "sell" the war to an anti-war American public.
(2023-12-07). Most of Gaza Strip Is Now a Wasteland. Children are Being Starved. Military Intervention and Israeli Embargo Are Necessary. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). What Is Killing Young COVID-19 Vaccinated Men? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). The War In Ukraine Would Have Been Over in March 2022, if the U.S. Had not Sabotaged the Istanbul Peace Negotations. Washington Post. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). National data body highlights role of platform companies. ecns.cn China's National Data Administration highlighted the important role of platform companies in leveraging investment to drive development, jobs and innovations.
(2023-12-07). Vietnamese student in China: 'It's more beautiful here than I imagined'. ecns.cn A Vietnamese girl, who is currently studying Tourism Management at Jilin International Students University, has expressed her growing love for China after spending nearly three years in the country. "It's more beautiful here than I imagined," she remarked in Chinese.
(2023-12-07). Xi congratulates Madagascar leader on reelection. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has congratulated Andry Rajoelina on his reelection as president of Madagascar, pledging to work with him to promote bilateral ties.
(2023-12-07). BRI deal boosts cooperation between China, Arab states. ecns.cn Beijing has signed cooperation documents on the Belt and Road Initiative with all 22 Arab nations and the League of Arab States, after such a deal was reached between China and Jordan last week.
(2023-12-07). Visa waiver to boost tourism in Malaysia. ecns.cn Malaysia may see a boost in its tourism revenues in the next few months as its visa-free travel that started on Friday may entice more Chinese and Indians to visit the country.
(2023-12-07). First carrier rocket launched in South China Sea. ecns.cn A Smart Dragon 3 carrier rocket lifted off early Wednesday morning off the coast of Yangjiang in Guangdong province, marking the first sea-based space launch mission in the South China Sea.
(2023-12-07). Forum: China still offers opportunities for U.S. companies. ecns.cn Despite an economic slowdown in China, the Chinese market still provides great potential for foreign companies, and U.S. companies need to be in it to learn how to compete at Chinese speed, said American experts.
(2023-12-07). Amid tensions, students from China seen as positive presence. ecns.cn For the 2022-23 academic year, China remained the top origin for international students in the U.S. with a total of 289,526, according to the 2023 Open Doors Report released by the Institute of International Education.
(2023-12-07). UN official urges more financial aid to developing nations at COP28. ecns.cn United Nations Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell has called for bigger financial support to the developing nations, stressing finance as the "great enabler for climate action".
(2023-12-07). Researchers discover that trace gases can speak. ecns.cn The interaction of light and gases can generate sound waves, a team from the Laser Spectroscopy Institute of Shanxi University has discovered.
(2023-12-07). China's ultra-deep underground laboratory commences operations. ecns.cn The Jinping Underground Laboratory, recognized as the world's deepest and largest ultra-deep underground facility, officially begins operations in Sichuan Province, marking China's entry into the realm of ultra-deep underground research.
(2023-12-07). China's foreign trade up 1.2% in Nov. ecns.cn China's imports and exports expanded by 1.2 percent year-on-year in November, with exports recording first expansion in seven months, as more positive factors emerge for the country's foreign trade recovery.
(2023-12-07). China committed to high-quality growth, high-level opening-up. ecns.cn China remains resolute in advancing high-quality growth and high-level opening-up, delivering enhanced services for global companies, said China's Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao.
(2023-12-07). Xi to pay state visit to Vietnam. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to Vietnam from Dec 12 to 13, China's Foreign Ministry has announced.
(2023-12-07). Global deepest, largest underground lab starts scientific operation in SW China. ecns.cn A 2,400-meter-deep physics laboratory in Southwest China's Sichuan Province was put into scientific operation on Thursday, making it the deepest and largest underground laboratory globally, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2023-12-07). Hangzhou Asian Games achieves carbon neutrality for first time. ecns.cn The emissions of greenhouse gases during the Games reached 882,900 metric tons, with a reduction of 22,000 tons through green electricity.
(2023-12-07). Beijing section of Bejing-Xiong'an Expressway to be completed this year. ecns.cn The remaining section of the Beijing-Xiong'an Expressway, from the southern part of the Fifth Ring Road to the Sixth Ring Road in Beijing, is under construction and expected to open within this year.
(2023-12-07). Half frozen Donggi Cuona Lake in Qinghai. ecns.cn Picturesque winter scenery of the half frozen Donggi Cuona Lake with azure waters in Maduo county, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2023-12-07). Culture Fact | Solar term: Major Snow. ecns.cn
(2023-12-07). China discovers oilfield of 100-mln-tonne reserves. ecns.cn Changqing Oilfield, a branch of PetroChina, has discovered a large-scale, well-preserved oilfield with geological reserves of over 100 million tonnes in Huanxian County of northwest China's Gansu Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-07). Foreigner anchor encounters 'solar terms': Major Snow. ecns.cn The 21st solar term of the year begins on December 7 this year, symbolizing the arrival of Major Snow during the middle of winter.
(2023-12-07). World's deepest, largest underground lab operational in China. ecns.cn A 2,400-meter-deep physics laboratory in southwest China's Sichuan Province became operational on Thursday, making it the deepest and largest underground lab in the world.
(2023-12-07). Construction of Beijing-Xiongan Bridge complete. ecns.cn The construction of the Beijing-Xiongan Bridge, flying over the Yongding River in Fangshan District of Beijing, was completed on Wednesday."ÄÄ "ÄÄ…
(2023-12-07). Rare Western Han Dynasty tomb found in SW China. ecns.cn A well-preserved tomb, dating back to the Western Han Dynasty (202 BC-25 AD), with a clear recorded year has been discovered in Wulong District of southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. More than 600 precious cultural relics such as lacquerware, wood ware, bamboo ware, pottery and bronze ware were unearthed from the tomb.
(2023-12-07). Food Safari in Yunnan | The tofu banquet. ecns.cn The Yunnan-Vietnam Railway was officially opened in 1910, and the whistle of the meter gauge train sounded the horn for Yunnan to move towards modern society.
(2023-12-07). Doctors in Italy strike against proposed pension cuts. mronline.org 
Some 85 percent of staff of the National Health Service and private medical facilities stayed away from work.
(2023-12-07). Relying on carbon capture and storage could Unleash 'carbon bomb'. mronline.org 
"We need to cut through the smoke and mirrors of 'abated' fossil and keep our eyes fixed on the goal of 1.5 ∞C," said a co-author of a new analysis.
(2023-12-07). The nuclear geopolitics of anthropogenic clouds. mronline.org 
Among the various types of anthropogenic clouds, mushroom clouds that form in the sky after atomic bomb explosions are arguably the most spectacular.
(2023-12-07). West sabotaged Ukraine peace deal with Russia, admit Zelensky official and Germany's ex leader. mronline.org 
Russia wanted to sign a peace deal with Ukraine in March 2022, but NATO countries sabotaged it, according to Germany's former Chancellor Gerhard Schrà∂der and the parliamentary faction leader of Zelensky's political party, Davyd Arakhamia.
(2023-12-07). Why Israel can torture detained Palestinian children with impunity. mronline.org 
Israel remains the only country in the world to automatically and systematically prosecute children in military courts. Yet world leaders say nothing.
(2023-12-07). Just Like 9/11? Suspicious Israeli Stock Market Activity Hints at Foreknowledge of October 7 Attack. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-07). Patrick Lawrence: Gaza Divides the World, Again. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-07). We Blew Up Israeli Houses on 7 October, Says Israeli Colonel. scheerpost.com 
By Asa Winstanley / The Electronic Intifada An air force colonel has said that Israeli airstrikes may have intentionally killed Israeli captives rather than let them be taken to Gaza. Speaking in Hebrew about the airstrikes, Colonel Nof Erez told a Haaretz podcast in November, that "the Hannibal Directive was apparently applied" and that 7 October "was a mass …
(2023-12-07). West Sabotaged Ukraine Peace Deal With Russia, Admit Zelensky Official and Germany's Ex Leader. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-07). Why Journalists Must Speak Out About Gaza. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-07). Dec 7, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ Creedence Clearwater Revival — Fortunate Son Civilization Has Disintegrated, by Paul Craig Roberts The 'Greater Israel' Scheme And Its Global Power Play: A Delusional Recipe For Armageddon, by Matthew Ehret The Official Story Of October Seventh, by Caitlin Johnstone The Moral Consequences of the War on Gaza, by Hugh J. Curran How Israel Uses an AI Genocide Program to Obliterate Gaza, by Jonathan Cook Tread softly on Hamas — for good reason, by M.K. Bhadrakumar History of Gaza: Conquerors, Resurgence and Rebirth, by Ramzy Baroud Why Israel's military wanted to end the Gaza truce, a…
(2023-12-07). Samir Amin's Eurocentrism. mronline.org In this short commentary, John Bellamy Foster describes the term after which Samir Amin's Eurocentrism is famously named. EUROCENTRISM: Since its first publication more than thirty years ago, Eurocentrism has become a classic of radical thought. Written by one of the world's foremost political economists, this original and provocative essay takes on one of the […] | December 7, 2023…
(2023-12-07). Samir Amin's Eurocentrism. mronline.org 
In this short commentary, John Bellamy Foster describes the term after which Samir Amin's Eurocentrism is famously named. EUROCENTRISM: Since its first publication more than thirty years ago, Eurocentrism has become a classic of radical thought. Written by one of the world's foremost political economists, this original and provocative essay takes on one of the …
(2023-12-07). Flagelados houthis humilham os vassalos dos EUA no Oriente Médio. globalresearch.ca Arábia Saudita, Catar, Egito, Turquia e Ir࣠sà£o potências regionais e, portanto, lideranàßas na regià£o do Oriente Médio e entre os países de maioria islâmica. Contudo, a maioria desses países tem sido complacente com a humilhaàßà£o imposta por Israel ao …
(2023-12-07). So-Called "Child Welfare" Tears Families Apart. How Can We Repair This Harm? truthout.org When Yusef Presley was 5, he was removed from his family home and separated from his mom and 8-year-old sister due to allegations of maternal abuse. "I still think about that day, still dream about it," he told me. "My mom had our best interests" at heart, Presley said, "but she did not know how to parent. She needed help. She had a lot on her plate and was being abused by a boyfriend. |
(2023-12-07). A 67-year-old professor responsible for shooting at a US university. plenglish.com Washington, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Anthony Polito, 67, was identified today as the gunman who killed three people and injured four others during the shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), United States Joined.
(2023-12-07). UN Security Council will discuss dispute over Essequibo tomorrow. plenglish.com United Nations, December 7 (Prensa Latina) The UN Security Council will discuss the dispute between Venezuela and Guyana over the Essequibo area tomorrow behind closed doors, according to the agenda published today.
(2023-12-07). LEVER TIME: Sound And Fury Over Israel-Palestine. levernews.com
(2023-12-07). Two Texas communities rocked by string of attacks, 6 dead. geo.tv 
The suspect, identified as Shane James Jr., a former army officer, had a prior arrest for assault charges involving a family member in January 2022…
(2023-12-07). Firing incident at Las Vegas university leaves 3 dead. geo.tv 
Las Vegas police said that three people, aside from the shooter, were killed while a person who was shot is in critical condition…
(2023-12-07). The Zionist genocidal war and its accomplices. greenleft.org.au 
GIlbert Achcar argues that Israel's crimes against humanity committed in its genocidal war on Gaza exceed even those committed during the Nakba (Catastrophe) in 1948.
(2023-12-07). Genocide: Israel's Mass Starvation Campaign, Targeting Children. globalresearch.ca Due to the sealed borders and the minuscule passage of food, water medicine and fuel through the single Rafah crossing from Egypt, many Palestinians are already down to a single meal a day. | . | But now, according to the Israeli …
(2023-12-07). Selected Articles: 5G and the Irradiation of Dogs, Cats and Birds. globalresearch.ca 
By Starting about 10 years ago I noticed strange things happening on our animal sanctuary. I would find a cat dead, not killed by an …
(2023-12-07). After years of struggle, NSW public sector wages cap is removed. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-07). Ballarat TLC says fascists will never co-opt Eureka Day. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-07). Debate rages as councils take positions against genocide in Gaza. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-07). Gaza: Why doesn't the United Nations deploy 'Responsibility to Protect'? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-07). Labor falls short on Robodebt royal commission measures. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-07). Labor must bring refugees to safety from Indonesia, PNG and Nauru. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-07). Pacific Island climate campaigner tells COP28 protest: 'Phase out, not phase down'. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-07). Richard Marles' new AUKUS defence procurement laws: Sovereignty or subordination? greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-07). VAD becomes legal in NSW, but Telehealth ban bites. greenleft.org.au
(2023-12-07). The False Equivalence Of The Colonized And Colonizer. popularresistance.org Following Hamas's October 7 attacks on Israel that caused more than 1,200 fatalities, there was a barrage of injunctions from Western mainstream media, politicians, and pundits insisting that anybody wishing to express an opinion on the events and the ensuing Israeli war crimes and genocide in Gaza, first denounce Hamas before expressing any other view. The failure to explicitly do so or any attempt to put events in their historical context or emphasize the root causes of the conflict were interpreted as condoning Hamas's actions (that the speaker was a Hamas sympathizer) and conflated with antisemitism.
(2023-12-07). 'How many kids did you kill today?': An Episode in the Ongoing Nakba. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Wednesday 12/6: Caroling for Palestine. indybay.org SF Civic Center, the public Holiday tree (tree lighting ceremony)…
(2023-12-07). Argentine film competes in Cuban Cinema Festival. plenglish.com The 180-minute feature film, released this year, tells the story of two bank employees who, at a certain point in their lives, question their existence and daily routine and decide to commit a crime. | Directed and written by filmmaker Rodrigo Moreno and co-produced with Brazil, Chile, and Luxembourg, the Argentinean film, which is now competing in Cuba's biggest film festival, has received positive reviews since its premiere on how it deals with robbery and theft. | With a nomination for the Cannes Film Festival 2023, "Los delincuentes" is also co-produced by Wanka Cine, Rizoma Films, Compañia Amateur, Jaque Pr…
(2023-12-07). Tsunami map strengthens disaster risk reduction in Cuba. plenglish.com Cuba has no high risk of this kind of event. It is important to remember that the phenomenon was recorded in 1882 and 1946 in the segment of the northern fault of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. | There is no evidence in southern Cuba that seismic and tectonic conditions can produce earthquakes that generate tsunamis. Neither of those strong earthquakes in the Oriente fault or the Caribbean generated tsunamis. | Granma newspaper reported that the map was drawn up with all scientific rigor. Data from all faults with the potential to generate earthquakes capable of producing tsunamis are in our geographical area…
(2023-12-07). Q&A: Reducing the use of animal tissues for testing the safety of cosmetics. imperial.ac.uk Imperial College London researchers speak to us about their work exploring animal-free methods for the future of testing cosmetics safety.
(2023-12-07). Imperial, University of Tokyo and Hitachi call for decarbonised future. imperial.ac.uk
(2023-12-07). Envoy Claims Russia's Trade with Associate BRICS Nation Increasing. infobrics.org The impact of Western sanctions on Russia has inadvertently created a "window of opportunity" for Brazil, according to the country's ambassador, Rodrigo Baena Soares…
(2023-12-07). Strengthened Sino-UAE Bilateral Relations Hailed. infobrics.org The Sino-UAE diplomatic relations, based on the spirit of collaboration and mutual respect, have notably strengthened over recent years, said Hussain bin Ibrahim Al Hammadi, ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to China…
(2023-12-07). Brics Will Help New Members Ethiopia and UAE to Cement Ties. infobrics.org Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which are set to become full members of the Brics economic bloc on January 1, 2024, committed to utilising the platform to enhance their all-round relations and cooperation…
(2023-12-07). Western defence industry not ready for high-intensity warfare — SIPRI. infobrics.org Ukraine sinks deeper into the abyss as the West loses interest.
(2023-12-07). Germany unstable in its position on Ukraine. infobrics.org German officials have made contradictory statements about what the country's position should be regarding the Ukrainian conflict.
(2023-12-07). Washington Post tacitly admits Kiev regime is losing. infobrics.org The political West has been (ab)using hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians as cannon fodder against Russia while heavily exploiting their country. In addition, the weapons that were supposed to be "game changers" turned out to be nothing more than a ludicrous myth of the Western "technological superiority".
(2023-12-07). Egypt Keen to Make Contribution to BRICS: PM. infobrics.org Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said that Egypt is keen to make influential contribution to BRICS, as its membership will start next year…
(2023-12-07). BRICS: UAE Ditches U.S. Dollar for Oil Trade. infobrics.org The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is asking BRICS countries to settle oil trade in local currencies and not the U.S. dollar. The Middle Eastern nation is aiming to diversify its economic partnerships by renewing payment methods for oil trade deals…
(2023-12-07). Baltika Beer to Sell & Distribute Beer to South Africa. infobrics.org Russia's BRICS trade extends to brewing and sales to Continental Africa…
(2023-12-07). Apartheid Israel's Terrorism Against Gaza. A Fascist Zionist Plot. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Naarm: Second school strike for Gaza. greenleft.org.au 
Hundreds of school students walked out of school a second time for Palestine. Jacob Andrewartha reports.
(2023-12-07). Second school strike for Gaza. greenleft.org.au Hundreds of school students in Naarm/Melbourne walked out of school for Palestine reports Jacob Andrewartha.
(2023-12-07). 40+ White House Interns Decry Israel's 'Genocidal' Assault On Gaza. popularresistance.org Dozens of White House interns sent a letter late Tuesday urging President Joe Biden to demand a permanent cease-fire in Gaza, echoing the calls of a growing number of lawmakers, congressional staffers, administration officials, and ordinary Americans. | "We heed the voices of the American people and call on the administration to demand a permanent cease-fire," reads the letter, which is signed "40+ White House & [Executive Office of the President] Interns for Palestine." | "We are not the decision-makers of today, but we aspire to be the leaders of tomorrow, and we will never forget how the pleas of the Amer…
(2023-12-07). Sanders Lone Member of Senate Democratic Caucus to Vote No on Giving Israel Aid. truthout.org Sen. Bernie Sanders was the lone member of the Senate Democratic caucus to oppose advancing a $110.5 billion supplemental foreign aid measure on Wednesday, expressing opposition to the bill's unconditional military assistance for the Israeli government. "I voted NO on the foreign aid supplemental bill today for one reason," Sanders (I-Vt.) said in a statement. "I do not believe that we should give… |
(2023-12-07). Kissinger and My Interstate 81 Epiphany. counterpunch.org 
Henry Kissinger died last week. So far, I've been handling my grief pretty well. Kissinger was the most esteemed war criminal in American history. Kissinger, who was Nixon's National Security Advisor, summarized Nixon's order for bombing Cambodia; "Anything that flies on everything that moves." In a 1972 conversation captured by the secret White House taping
(2023-12-07). Not A Penny Nor A Bullet Off The Table. popularresistance.org In the midst of an Old Testament-style genocide against the Palestinian people, there is a paraphrased line from the Book of Daniel that has come into full view for the Biden administration: "The writing is on the wall." | Everywhere in the U.S. that prominent administration officials go, they are hearing it from a public increasingly alarmed about their complicity in genocide. It is not criticism they can easily ignore. | For one thing, if they have a shred of conscience left they cannot avoid seeing that Israel's military campaign is "deliberately inflicting on the group [Gazans] conditions of life calculated t…
(2023-12-07). International Solidarity At The First 'World Congress For Climate Justice'. popularresistance.org Milan, Italy — For many years, transnational movements like "Fridays for Future" or "Extinction Rebellion" have tried to push governments to comply with the 1.5 C climate threshold set in 2015 by the Paris Agreement, yet activists believe not enough has changed. The struggles against mega-projects — be it coal mines, pipelines, motorways, train lines, construction for Olympic games, or water privatization — are still happening in every continent, and many are crying out for an immediate reaction to a dystopian future. One such reaction happened in October in Milan, Italy: The World Congress for…
(2023-12-07). How Israel Uses an AI Genocide Program to Obliterate Gaza. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Gaza's unthinkable tragedy: Newborns abandoned, 90 percent casualties civilians. nationofchange.org Decomposing newborns and civilian deaths raise questions about U.S. policy on Gaza.
(2023-12-07). Question The Narrative That Villainizes Henry Kissinger. popularresistance.org Henry Kissinger straddled US foreign policy like a narcissistic cowboy across two presidencies from 1969-1977 as National Security Advisor and Secretary of State. He is considered to have influenced the policy decisions of 12 presidents, affecting the course of global history. | What is notable in the current moment, in the moralizing obituary circuit, is the framing that Kissinger was somehow uniquely evil and murderous–a moral cancer on the US body politic–and that he personally shifted US policy in this direction. | This "exceptional war criminal" framing is especially promoted by the Imperial Liberal Press,…
(2023-12-07). Nuclear power pushing at the UN's COP28 Climate Change Conference. nationofchange.org In the way of a vested interest, nuclear interests, corporate and governmental, moved in on COP28.
(2023-12-07). Israel's Gaza Solution: Let Palestinians Die Before the World. Bombing Hospitals and UN Institutions. Nobody Will Stop Israel. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). "Palestine Is About Living in Spite of Everything" truthout.org "Belonging isn't about a claim of ownership, it's actually about this notion of love and longing. And so I've come to say, I don't claim that Palestine belongs to me. I just know that I belong to Palestine," says Palestinian author Rana Barakat. In this episode of "Movement Memos," Barakat and host Kelly Hayes talk about Palestinian history, Indigenous solidarity, how colonial violence disrupts… |
(2023-12-07). Articles] Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone agonist (GnRHa) during chemotherapy and post-cancer childbirths — a Nationwide population-based cohort study of 24,922 women diagnosed with cancer in Sweden. thelancet.com We did not find evidence of improved or maintained fertility, estimated as childbirth rates post-cancer, in women who received GnRHa during cancer treatment.
(2023-12-07). CARTOON: COP-Out 28. otherwords.org
(2023-12-07). Just Like 9/11? Suspicious Israeli Stock Market Activity Hints at Foreknowledge of October 7 Attack. mintpressnews.com 
Hearkening back to the days preceding the 9/11 attacks, suspicious stock market activity suggests that someone with prior knowledge of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood sought to capitalize on the events on October 7.
(2023-12-07). Labor, Demo Rights, Zionism & The Attack The UAW 2325 With UAW 2325 Member Mimi Rosenberg. indybay.org In New York, Zionists in UAW 2325 went to a Federal judge to get a Temporary Restraining Order TRO preventing the local from discussing a resolution to support the Palestine ceasefire and opposing US military aid.
(2023-12-07). The Fatal Post World War II Contradiction. popularresistance.org Human Beings are not showing off their best abilities of late. They appear to have mostly failed when it comes to climate change. For instance, "By 2100, average temperatures in the U.S. are expected to increase by approximately 8 ∞F or more (4.4 ∞C)" if the current high rate of greenhouse gas emissions is maintained. | If "immediate and rapid greenhouse gas reductions" are achieved we can keep the warming down to "approximately 2.5 ∞F (1.4 ∞C)." Given our lack of international institutions with the capability of enforcing agreements and treaties, which do you think is more likely? | Actua…
(2023-12-07). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 62: United Nations Chief Invokes Article 99. popularresistance.org Israel's ruthless attacks, the brutal military siege, and the displacement of over a million people in the space of two months, have left the Gaza Strip in ruins and its population severely traumatized, sick, injured, starving, and, in most cases, homeless. | In only seven weeks, Israel has flattened entire neighborhoods in northern Gaza and severely damaged over 60 percent of its buildings. | The extent of destruction has approached levels seen during the years-long carpet bombing of German cities during World War II, according to a report by the Financial Times. | "Gaza will also go down as a place name denotin…
(2023-12-07). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 62: UN Chief invokes Article 99, warning Israel's war on Gaza threatens 'international peace and security'. mondoweiss.net 
Israel continues massacring Palestinians in Gazan, approves provocative Israeli march through Al-Aqsa Mosque and kills a Palestinian child in the West Bank.
(2023-12-07). Thursday 12/7: Injured Longshore Workers To Protest PMA, Bosses, HMO's, OSHA, Lawyers & US Dep Of Labor. indybay.org Frank Ogawa Plaza | Oscar Grant Plaze | Oakland City Hall…
(2023-12-07). Político alemà£o anti-russo pede que a UE obtenha armas nucleares. globalresearch.ca Está a emergir uma ala radical entre os militantes pró-UE. Numa declaraàßà£o recente, um proeminente político alemà£o de alto escalà£o apelou à Europa para ter armas nucleares para "dissuadir" a Rússia. Além de irresponsáveis, as suas palavras soam verdadeiramente ingênuas …
(2023-12-07). Dead to Rights: The Need to Remember Henry Kissinger for Who He Was. indybay.org "If certain acts in violation of treaties are crimes, they are crimes whether the United States does them or whether Germany does them, and we are not prepared to lay down a rule of criminal conduct against others which we would not be willing to have invoked against us." — Robert H. Jackson, chief prosecutor for the United States at the Nuremberg Trials…
(2023-12-07). The 'Greater Israel' Scheme and Its Global Power Play: A Delusional Recipe for Armageddon. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). 'If I must die, let it be a tale': a tribute to Refaat Alareer. thegrayzone.com "I am going to use that marker to throw it at the Israeli soldiers, even if that is the last thing that I do," Refaat Alareer vowed in one of his final interviews. My friend Refaat Alareer was murdered by Israeli invaders in Shujaiya, east of Gaza City, on December 6. He is now among the more than 16,000 civilians killed by Israel in the besieged enclave since October 7. Our correspondence continued off-and-on for the past nine years. In …
(2023-12-07). A tribute to my friend, Refaat Alareer, a teacher murdered by Israel. thegrayzone.com "I am going to use that marker to throw it at the Israeli soldiers, even if that is the last thing that I do," Refaat Alareer vowed in one of his final interviews. My friend Refaat Alareer was murdered by Israeli invaders in Shujaiya, east of Gaza City, on December 6. He is now among the more than 16,000 civilians killed by Israel in the besieged enclave since October 7. Our correspondence continued off-and-on for the past nine years. In …
(2023-12-07). This Chanukah Is A Time For Palestine Solidarity. popularresistance.org Chanukah‚Äâ—‚Äâoften a time of joy and abundance‚Äâ—‚Äâis here. Throughout these eight days, many Jews eat delicious fried foods like potato pancakes and jelly donuts, sing, spin dreidels and celebrate the story of a bit of oil that lasted for eight nights, lighting an ancient temple. While Chanukah is considered a minor holiday on the Jewish calendar (and its history is fraught with questions of militarism), we look forward to it each year as a winter festival that responds to the increasingly dark season with a celebration of light.
(2023-12-07). Hanukkah Is a Time for Palestine Solidarity, From Fasting to Public Disruption. truthout.org Hanukkah — often a time of joy and abundance — is here. Throughout these eight days, many Jews eat delicious fried foods like potato pancakes and jelly donuts, sing, spin dreidels and celebrate the story of a bit of oil that lasted for eight nights, lighting an ancient temple. While Hanukkah is considered a minor holiday on the Jewish calendar (and its history is fraught with questions of… |
(2023-12-07). Genocide: The Gaze from the Abyss. dissidentvoice.org 
Left-progressive websites don't always get it right. Take Media Lens, for example. In October, we discussed the corporate media invention of so-called 'disinformation experts'. We lampooned the claim that although journalists are 'working within profit-maximising, billionaire-owned, advertiser-dependent, government-subsidised media, they are nevertheless exposing "disinformation" without the slightest trace of bias'. Last May, the BBC unveiled …
(2023-12-07). The Washington Post Gratuitously and Wrongly Trashes Jimmy Carter. counterpunch.org 
Unlike Kissinger, who had no regard for democratic values in the making of national security policy, Carter's "design" for foreign policy stressed the importance of the rule of law, universal human rights, self-determination, and the avoidance of military intervention. Whereas Kissinger orchestrated the overthrow of the democratically elected government of Salvador Allende in Chile, Carter suspended military and economic aid to the authoritarian government of Augusto Pinochet.
(2023-12-07). Anti-Palestinian racist secures anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism resolution. electronicintifada.net Congressman Max Miller pushes genocide for Palestinians and eliminating American protesters.
(2023-12-07). The Trouble with Evil. counterpunch.org 
Oxford Languages defines the word "evil" as "profound immorality and wickedness, especially when regarded as a supernatural force." The definition suggests that some behaviors are not of this world; they are so much worse than what we regularly read about that they stand outside the margins of our understanding. We are familiar with this idea of evil from childhood: Dracula and wicked witches are malignant creatures animated by dark forces that infect them with such corruption that they are insensible to reason or pity.
(2023-12-07). Two dangerous bills in Congress take aim at Palestine solidarity. mondoweiss.net 
In a dangerous precedent, the House of Representatives passed a controversial bill equating anti-Zionism with antisemitism. Pro-Israel lawmakers quickly followed with a bill to establish a congressional commission aimed at Palestine solidarity.
(2023-12-07). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 61: US Believes Israel's Gaza Invasion Could Last Until The End Of January. popularresistance.org Israeli forces went through their "most intense day" of battle as they approached the Gaza Strip's second-largest city of Khan Younis on Tuesday afternoon. The occupation forces had been attempting to control the Khan Younis governorate since Friday and reach the seaside street of Al-Rashid. Khan Younis is split into a zone east of Salah El-Din Street, where the towns of Al-Qarara, Abasan, Khuza'a, and Bani Suheila are located, and to the west lays the city of Khan Younis, Nasser Hospital, and the town of Al-Mawasi. | Israeli forces have bombed most of these locations in the past 24 hours to pave the way for tank…
(2023-12-07). About True Believers. . smoothiex12.blogspot.com My latest video.
(2023-12-07). On A LIghter Note)). smoothiex12.blogspot.com 
I think this report is now in wide circulation in Washington;)) On a more serious note: Russians openly state now (Alexei Leonkov) that this whole "counter-offensive" clusterfuck was specifically Mark Milley's concept and he supervised it. Mind you, this was Chairman of JCS–this is everything you need to know about the professional lev…
(2023-12-07). How the U.S. Has Darkened the Nuclear Cloud Over Humanity. indybay.org This article was originally published by The Nation.
(2023-12-07). More Than 1,000 UK Union Workers Blockade 4 Weapons Factories That Arm Israel. truthout.org More than 1,000 union members with Workers for a Free Palestine blockaded four weapons factories in the United Kingdom Thursday that make components for planes being used by Israel to bomb Gaza. The workers, who include teachers and healthcare and hospitality professionals, said they had shut down plants in Bournemouth, Lancashire, Brighton, and Glasgow. "As healthcare workers, we are tired of… |
(2023-12-07). Friday 12/8: Action: Associated Students Executive Council at CCSF is proposing a Ceasefire Resolution! indybay.org City College of San Francisco – Ocean Campus | 50 Frida Kahlo Way | Student Union Room 208…
(2023-12-07). Guatemala exceeds 90 percent of electricity coverage. plenglish.com With those actions it was possible to reach 51,000 homes, benefitting for around 250,000 inhabitants ntionwide, MEM stated. | The progress is the result of decentralization strategies in the energy sector, which is successful thanks to the approach with MEM-led local authorities. | At the beginning of the administration of President Alejandro Giammattei electricity coverage was 88.1%, according to official records. | Past June, former Minister of Electrification Pimentel Mata praised Sacatepequez, Guatemala City, Escuintla, Chimaltenango, Quetzaltenango, Solola and Totonicapan as the most advanced departments in…
(2023-12-07). President Arce praises presence in MERCOSUR meeting. plenglish.com La Paz, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Bolivian President Luis Arce on Thursday heaped praise on social media his attendance to the Heads of State of the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) Meeting held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
(2023-12-07). Wednesday 12/6: OUSD Gaza Teach-In. indybay.org Virtual panel…
(2023-12-07). Call To Workers Of The World: Block The Ships Of Israeli Genocide! popularresistance.org The Masar Badil, the Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement, calls on all labour activists, trade unionists and workers' organizations to take action to block Israeli ships, refuse to load or unload them, and refuse to transport weapons of war to the Israeli occupation currently waging a genocide against the Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip. | We have already seen several important actions around the world, first and foremost the actions of the Yemeni military and people in blocking the use of Yemeni seas for the transportation and passage of Zionist ships and cargo.
(2023-12-07). Disability, a world to be adapted and not the other way round. pressenza.com December 3rd International Day of Disability: | The United Nations in 1992 declared December 3rd as the International Day of Disability. The aim is to promote the rights and wellbeing of persons with disabilities in all ambits of society and development, as well as to raise awareness of their situation in all aspects of political, social, economic and cultural life. | In Chile, after the advent of democracy and in accordance with the evolution of international law, in 1994 the National Congress approved Law No. 19.284, which regulated for the first time in our country the rights of persons with disabiliti…
(2023-12-07). Gaza Divides The World, Again. popularresistance.org My award for courageous elocution of the week goes hands-down to Samuel Moncada, Venezuela's ambassador to the United Nations, who addressed the General Assembly last Tuesday on the topic of Israel and its barbaric attacks on the Palestinians of Gaza. His remarks, which Consortium News reproduced, were appropriately lengthy. Here I draw from his introductory paragraphs: | The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela robustly condemns the Israeli aggression against the civilian population in the occupied Palestinian territories. This is an operation of mass expulsion of an entire people in order to annex their territory b…
(2023-12-07). Canadian ambassador Gartshore tours Guantanamo province (+Photo). plenglish.com 
Guantánamo, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Canadian Ambassador to Cuba John Geoffrey Gartshore concluded on Thursday a tour across sites of historical and tourist interest in the easternmost of Cuba's provinces, according to Venceremos newspaper.
(2023-12-07). Nearly 40M women experience lasting health issues after childbirth. plenglish.com London, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Every year, at least 40 million women are likely to experience a long-term health problem caused by childbirth, according to a new study published today in The Lancet Global Health.
(2023-12-07). Restrictive measures affect world food prices — WTO. plenglish.com Brussels, Dec 7 (Prensa Latina) Recent and old restrictions to international trade contribute to the volatility in current food prices, amid a tense and uncertain economic scenario, the World Trade Organization (WTO) said on Thursday.
(2023-12-07). WFP Is Halting Food Distribution In Houthi-Held Northern Yemen. popularresistance.org The World Food Programme (WFP) announced on Tuesday, December 5 that it is suspending its food distribution program in areas controlled by the government in Yemen's capital Sana'a due to lack of funds and lack of agreement with the authorities. | The government in Sanaa is backed by the Ansar Allah (Houthi) group which also controls most of northern Yemen. | "This difficult decision, made in consultation with donors, comes after nearly a year of negotiations, during which no agreement was reached to reduce the number of people served from 9.5 million to 6.5 million," the WFP statement read.
(2023-12-07). In OtherWords: December 7, 2023. otherwords.org Nothing makes home feel like home like the holidays. | This week, housing advocate Kazmyn Ramos writes about watching her family struggle to provide stable housing, working with housing insecure mothers, and pulling together with neighbors to provide for each other. As Americans plan trips home for the holidays, she outlines Of course, for many of us the holidays also mean a good deal of shopping — whether for gifts or an ugly Christmas sweater party. This week in OtherWords,…
(2023-12-07). Scientists call for moratorium on digitalisation in kindergartens and schools. pressenza.com Digitalisation is currently regarded as a modern solution to educational questions for all age groups in the education sector. But the effects and secondary effects of digital media on development, learning and educational processes are often scientifically unclear. In fact, there is growing scientific evidence about the enormous disadvantages and damages caused by digital media to the developmental and educational processes of children and young people. In line with the duty of caring for public educational institutions, we therefore demand a moratorium on digitalisation, particularly for the period of early edu…
(2023-12-07). Remember Pearl Harbor: Provoking Japan, Provoking North Korea. globalresearch.ca Featured image: A destroyed December 7, 1941. Eighty-two years ago. incisive …
(2023-12-07). "The Witch" and the History of Euro-American Domestic Violence. publicbooks.org "Women and children in Western history could and did find in witchcraft relief from the violence they endured in their own families."
(2023-12-07). The Untold History of Gaza: On Conquerors, Resurgence and Rebirth. orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-07). Dying to Be Free: Releasing Palestinian Captives is Not a Numbers Game. mintpressnews.com While Israelis see their captives, whether civilians or military, held in Gaza in terms of numbers, Palestinians approach the issue from an entirely different perspective.
(2023-12-07). IV International Symposium on Africa and its contributions to intercultural reconciliation. pressenza.com This coming 10th of December, at 11: 00 am. Argentina, the Centre for Humanist Studies of the Americas will hold its IV Symposium. There will be simultaneous translation in Spanish, English, and Portuguese. | Five speakers will present the African cultures of Kemet (Egypt), Zulu, Yoruba, Amazigh and African humanism. | For millennia we have been told inaccurate stories of the original Alkebulan peoples (today's Africa), the mother of humanity. These false stories have caused a disconnect between humanity and people of African descent and with our ancestors. Today it is up to us (Afro-descendants) to tell our true…
(2023-12-07). Ireland's "Hate Speech Bill" is a grotesque abuse of State power that will affect freedom of speech worldwide. expose-news.com Ireland's "Hate Speech Bill" or The Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022 is a radical update to Irish hate crime law. It is a blueprint for …
(2023-12-07). Saskatchewan government passes bill to protect energy provider employees for not charging carbon tax on home heating. expose-news.com On Tuesday the Government of Saskatchewan, Canada, passed a bill that shields employees of the province's energy supplier from penalties if they do not collect carbon tax. This comes after the Trudeau …
(2023-12-07). Unsafe maternity units and DIY abortions prove UK politicians are not concerned about women's health. expose-news.com The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children ("SPUC") has said that "the shocking state of maternity care" in the UK is "part of a broader indifference towards the health of women …
(2023-12-07). Thursday 12/21: Santa Cruz Homeless Memorial. indybay.org Town Clock, Pacific Ave & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2023-12-07). December 7, 1941: The Bombing of Pearl Harbor and Japan's Early Conquests 82 Years Ago. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Democrats Introduce Bill Banning Hedge Funds From Owning Single-Family Homes. truthout.org Democrats have introduced bicameral legislation this week to take a step toward getting Wall Street out of the housing market amid a crisis during which house prices have soared to record highs. The bill would ban hedge funds from buying and owning single-family homes. The legislation would require hedge funds to sell off their stock of single-family homes over the next 10 years and would then… |
(2023-12-07). Jewish Groups Plan Massive NYC Ceasefire Protest for First Night of Hanukkah. truthout.org A coalition of Jewish groups are planning to flood Columbus Circle in Manhattan on Thursday evening in a protest for an Israeli ceasefire in Gaza to kick off a planned Hanukkah "week of action" for Palestinian rights. Organizers are expecting over 500 Jewish New Yorkers and allies to attend the protest, which falls on the two-month anniversary of Israel's current genocidal assault of Gaza and… |
(2023-12-07). Over 500 Staff at Over 140 Jewish Organizations Call for Gaza Ceasefire. truthout.org Over 500 workers for over 140 U.S. Jewish organizations are calling for President Joe Biden to support an immediate end to the violence in Gaza, in a new letter effort announced Thursday. The staffers write in an open letter that freedom for Jewish and Palestinian communities can only come by pursuing lasting peace in Palestine, rather than allowing Israel to continue its genocide in Gaza that has… |
(2023-12-07). Rise in SIPRI Top 100 Arms Sales Revenue Delayed by Production Challenges and Backlogs. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Headlines for December 7, 2023. democracynow.org More Palestinian Civilians Killed as Israel's Assault on Gaza Enters Third Month, As Israeli Siege Continues, U.N. Warns 97% of Gazans Have "Inadequate" Food Supplies, Reuters Investigation Reveals Israeli Tank Killed Journalist Issam Abdallah and Injured 6 Others, U.N. Chief António Guterres Invokes Article 99 in Rare Move to Force Debate on Gaza Ceasefire, Doctors Without Borders Holds Vigil for Medical Workers Killed in Gaza, Senate GOP Blocks $111 Billion Package with Military Funding for Ukraine, Taiwan and Israel, Gunman Kills 3 People on University of Nevada, Las Vegas Campus, Kevin McCar…
(2023-12-07). "Cabal of Oil Producers": Climate Scientist Kevin Anderson Slams Corporate Capture of COP28. democracynow.org 
As we broadcast from COP28 in Dubai, leading climate scientist Kevin Anderson lays out why he dismisses the annual climate talks as "grand events" that do little to actually curb emissions. "These COPs have become little more than a scam under which the oil companies and the other fossil fuel companies are hiding that nothing is being done," says Anderson. Decades of inaction make solving the climate crisis much harder, and Anderson notes "technology and fairness have to go hand in hand" in order to save the planet.
(2023-12-07). "Terrorized": Gaza Poet Mosab Abu Toha on Being Stripped, Jailed & Beaten by Israeli Forces. democracynow.org 
We speak with celebrated Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha for his first interview after he was jailed and beaten by Israeli forces, when he was detained at a checkpoint in Gaza while heading to Rafah with his family. He was rounded up with scores of other Palestinians. "I felt humiliated. I felt terrified and terrorized by this army because they were ordering us to do everything at gunpoint," says Toha, now in Cairo. He calls on Western leaders to stop supporting the violence against Palestinians. "If you can't stop the war, if you can't stop the carnage, the genocide, just stop finan…
(2023-12-07). "Green Colonialism": Nigerian Climate Activist Nnimmo Bassey Says Africa Is Being Sold Out at COP28. democracynow.org 
Longtime Nigerian activist and poet Nnimmo Bassey joins us at COP28 in Dubai to discuss how "false climate solutions" like carbon trading markets are hurting efforts to reduce emissions and prevent catastrophic global heating. "People are making deals rather than talking about how to cut emissions at source," says Bassey. "We're seeing a sellout of the African continent." Bassey is director of the Health of Mother Earth Foundation and received the Right Livelihood Award in 2010 for his environmental activism.
(2023-12-07). 24000 Madrassas under scrutiny in Uttar Pradesh for 'receiving funds from abroad'. muslimmirror.com Approximately 24,000 madrassas in Uttar Pradesh have come under intense scrutiny as authorities investigate allegations of receiving funds from abroad. The focus of the probe is to determine whether these funds were utilized for illegal activities such as "terrorism or coercive religious conversions." Top sources within the Uttar Pradesh police told media that out of …
(2023-12-07). Article 370 verdict: Omar Abdullah vows to 'fight' regardless of case outcome in SC. muslimmirror.com Kulgam : With the Supreme Court yet to pronounce its verdict on the revocation of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir, National Conference leader and former chief minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday vowed to continue with the political pushback to the move regardless of legal interventions and decisions. "We were the first to move the …
(2023-12-07). Guterres invokes UN Charter to call for UNSC action on Gaza. muslimmirror.com United Nations : In a bid to push the paralysed Security Council to act on Gaza, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday invoked a rarely used provision of the Charter to call its attention to the looming "human catastrophe" there and to request a humanitarian ceasefire. In a letter to Council President Javier Dominguez, Guterres wrote, …
(2023-12-07). Muslim vendors prevented from doing business in Karnataka temple fair. muslimmirror.com Bengaluru: The Muslims traders have been allegedly debarred from installing their business units at a temple fair in Mangaluru city of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka. The "Shahsthi Mahotsava" is religious fair which is scheduled between December 14 and 19 at the premises of the Kudupu Sri Anantha Padmanabha temple in Mangaluru city. The temple …
(2023-12-07). Nawab Malik issue rocks Maharashtra assembly. muslimmirror.com Nagpur : Maharashtra assembly on Thursday witnessed ruckus on the first day of the winter session after former Maharashtra minister and NCP member Nawab Malik was seen sitting in the treasury bench. The Leader of Opposition (LoP) Ambadas Danve asked how can a former minister, who was branded by the ruling BJP as a "terrorist" …
(2023-12-07). Putin says nothing can hinder development of Russian-Saudi relations. muslimmirror.com ISTANBUL : Russian President Vladimir Putin told Saudi Arabia's ruler Wednesday that nothing can prevent the development of their countries' relations. "While here in the region on a planned visit to the UAE, I took advantage of your invitation to meet with you and all the other friends we've been developing ties with for the …
(2023-12-07). Amid Strong Differences, Guyana Agrees to Open Communication Channels with Venezuela (+Condemnation of Threats). orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-07). Peruvian Government Releases Dictator Alberto Fujimori, Brutal Police Repression After Public Protests. orinocotribune.com The Constitutional Court (TC) of Perú has ordered the immediate release of the infamous Peruvian dictator Alberto Fujimori after a habeas corpus was granted to him, despite the fact that the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACHR) formally requested his release to be suspended. | "This Constitutional Court orders that the National Penitentiary Institute (INPE) and the director of the Barbadillo Prison (where Fujimori remains imprisoned), immediately release the favored person, Alberto Fujimori," reads the court order issued this Tuesday, December 5. | The ruling was signed by three of the six members of the…
(2023-12-07). From the Cries of Free Palestine to the Embrace of Civilizations. orinocotribune.com By Susana Khalil — Dec 4, 2023 | It is a nightmare and a moral torment to see almost all of "Israel's" colonial society celebrating and glorifying the butchering of children. | I. | The Imperial machinery uses the academic temple to bless the new war needs of…
(2023-12-07). Does It Really Matter Who Sits on the Throne? dissidentvoice.org 
There have been recent elections in numerous principalities. The constellations by which governments — the outward and visible signs of obscured and conspiratorial power — have been formed since 2020 are not in themselves unique but have occurred with an intensity — I like here the German term Verdichtung, i.e. thickening or coagulation — perhaps …
(2023-12-07). Cancilleres de México y China acuerdan fortalecer relaciones. telesurtv.net La canciller mexicana señaló la importancia de un mayor acercamiento de China con la región Latinoamericana y del Caribe, a través del fortalecimiento del foro Celac-China.
(2023-12-07). Inicia la Marcha por la democracia en Guatemala. telesurtv.net El pasado lunes, Arévalo hizo un llamado a los guatemaltecos a unirse en rechazo a las últimas acciones del Ministerio Público (MP) y del Congreso (unicameral) de Guatemala.
(2023-12-07). Benjamín Netanyahu amenaza con convertir el Líbano en Gaza. telesurtv.net El conflicto entre las fuerzas de ocupación y la resistencia islámica en Líbano escaló tras el inicio del asedio israelí a la Franja de Gaza.
(2023-12-07). Inicia en Venezuela consulta pública de Ley Orgánica para la Defensa de la Guayana Esequiba. telesurtv.net Con este paso debe abrir un debate en torno a dicho un instrumento entre todas y todos los venezolanos.
(2023-12-07). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net A dos meses de los ataques de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza y Cisjordania, las autoridades palestinas han registrado más de 16.000 personas asesinadas…
(2023-12-07). Seychelles declara emergencia tras explosión que dejó 66 heridos. telesurtv.net "Los daños son enormes y muchas familias han abandonado sus hogares", afirmó el mandatario Wavel Ramkalawan.
(2023-12-07). Brasil saluda ingreso pleno de Bolivia al bloque del Mercosur. telesurtv.net Lula considera que el bloque se fortalecerá, toda vez que Bolivia es una de las economías de más rápido crecimiento en la región y en el mundo, de manera duradera y sostenible.
(2023-12-07). Niños piden durante COP28 ser centro de la acción climática. telesurtv.net Intervienen en la cumbre de ONU menores de edad de naciones latinoamericanas y africanas muy afectadas por la crisis climática.
(2023-12-07). Peruanos se movilizan contra Gobierno designado de Dina Boluarte y el Congreso. telesurtv.net Convocan a protestas entre el 7 y el 9 de diciembre. Se demandará además la reorganización del Ministerio Público y que se revoque la liberación del dictador Alberto Fujimori.
(2023-12-07). Designan a autoridades militares de zona operativa del Esequibo. telesurtv.net Estarán al frente de la Zona Operativa de Defensa Integral Guayana Esequiba y sus respectivas Áreas de Desarrollo Integral.
(2023-12-07). Aprueban privatización de compañía pública de agua en Sao Paulo. telesurtv.net La ley impulsada por gobernador bolsonarista fue aprobada con 62 votos a favor y uno en contra.
(2023-12-07). Extienden régimen de excepción en El Salvador. telesurtv.net La oposición en la Asamblea ha señalado que, sobre todo, se debe velar "por aquellos que han sido víctimas y que a pesar de tener una carta de libertad siguen bajo custodia del Estado".
(2023-12-07). Irán y Rusia condenan matanza de niños en Palestina. telesurtv.net "Es necesario detener lo antes posible los bombardeos. Esto es algo que atañe no solo a la región del Medio Oriente, sino a toda la humanidad y requiere de una solución rápida", dijo el presidente de Irán, Ebrahim Raisí.
(2023-12-07). Renuncia a su cargo el ministro de Inmigración del Reino Unido. telesurtv.net Jenrick considera que las medidas de premier británico, Rishi Sunak, no son lo suficientemente fuertes, "no creo que nos proporcione la mejor oportunidad posible de éxito", declaró en su carta.
(2023-12-07). Indepaz denuncia asesinato de líder en Putumayo, Colombia. telesurtv.net Este líder fue asesinado con arma blanca en la vereda Carmelita del territorio Puerto Vega Teteye.
(2023-12-07). Qatar alerta sobre auge de violencia en Oriente Medio por Israel. telesurtv.net Israel quiere "cambiar el estatus histórico y legal en Jerusalén (Este) y sus lugares sagrados", dijo Qatar.
(2023-12-07). Reportan sismo de magnitud 5,8 en Puebla, México. telesurtv.net El movimiento telúrico ocurrió a 25 kilómetros (km) al sur de Chiautla de Tapia a las 14H03 (hora local).
(2023-12-07). Presidente Maduro denuncia pretensiones de despojar a Venezuela de la Guayana Esequiba. telesurtv.net El mandatario Maduro precisó que el objetivo es desmembrar al país en pedazos y robar la riqueza que le pertenece a los venezolanos.
(2023-12-07). Canciller de Venezuela se reúne con primer ministro sanvicentino. telesurtv.net El canciller venezolano expuso los resultados del referendo consultivo sobre la defensa de la Guayana Esequiba.
(2023-12-07). Realizan movilizaciones en rechazo a Dina Boluarte en Perú. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes protestaron en contra del Gobierno, la corrupción y la crisis institucional que vive esa nación.
(2023-12-07). Unrwa denuncia que Israel ataca escuela de la ONU en Gaza. telesurtv.net Urnwa destacó en su cuenta de la red social X, que otras tres escuelas también fueron atacadas, entre ellas la escuela Nuseirat.
(2023-12-07). Venezuela presenta a Caricom resultados de referendo consultivo. telesurtv.net El canciller venezolano calificó de contundente la votación de los venezolanos en defensa del territorio Esequibo.
(2023-12-07). Realizan debate electoral del Partido Republicano en EE.UU. telesurtv.net DeSantis y Ramaswamy apuntaron contra Haley, quien ha subido en las encuestas hasta el 10,5 por ciento.
(2023-12-07). Presidente de Ecuador recibe oferta de tregua de banda criminal. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con el jefe de Estado, la solicitud de paz significa que "algo estamos haciendo bien".
(2023-12-07). Recolectan firmas para defender la seguridad social en Uruguay. telesurtv.net El titular del ente sindical organizador de la iniciativa señaló que desde el pasado 5 de octubre se ha logrado un ritmo de 33.000 firmas por mes.
(2023-12-07). An Iraqi Confrontation Grows Between the US and PMU. orinocotribune.com
(2023-12-07). COPA28: Climate Commissioner defends Ugandan delegation of 600 in Dubai. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Commissioner for Climate Change, Margaret Athieno Mwebesa has defended Uganda's big numbers at the ongoing UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai. Mwebesa, who is Uganda's National Focal Point at the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change UNFCCC) denies that Ugandans at the COP28 are on perdiem hunt or …
(2023-12-07). Cryptococcal meningitis: Report highlights slow uptake of guidelines shown to reduce deaths in Africa. independent.co.ug 
With more than 600,000 AIDS-related deaths each year over the past four years, proven interventions must be implemented quickly to save lives Harare, Zimbabwe | THE INDEPENDENT | With timely and effective diagnosis and treatment, people living with advanced HIV can survive cryptococcal meningitis, the second leading cause of AIDS-related mortality after tuberculosis. A new …
(2023-12-07). New Next-Gen Ford Ranger launched in Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Motorcare Uganda Limited, a player in the Ugandan motor industry with over 27 Years of Experience with exclusive distribution rights for Ford vehicles has today launched the Next-Gen Ford Ranger with advanced safety and technology features. During the launch, Richard Musani the General Manager, Sales and Marketing at Motorcare Uganda, …
(2023-12-07). Speaker to meet President Museveni over Opposition demands. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has proposed a meeting with President Yoweri Museveni over fresh demands by Opposition legislators regarding the forced disappearance of citizens and human rights violations. The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament Mathias Mpuuga Nsamba presented four fresh demands to the Government on Tuesday …
(2023-12-07). Two dead after truck rams into 13 cars, motorcyle at Namboole. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT & URN | A truck has failed to brake at the Namboole interchange along the Kampala-Jinja road Thursday and rammed into 13 vehicles and two boda bodas, killing two people instantly. Police confirmed the incident, and said investigations into the cause of the crash have kicked off and the hunt for …
(2023-12-07). This Christmas, Remember That War Is Hell. counterpunch.org 
"You people of the South don't know what you are doing," William Tecumseh Sherman told David F. Boyd in 1860. "This country will be drenched in blood, and God only knows how it will end. It is all folly, madness, a crime against civilization! You people speak so lightly of war; you don't know what
(2023-12-07). Questions Surround FBI Informant Charged With Stabbing Convicted Cop Derek Chauvin. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-12-07). "The US and the UK prefer a long war in Ukraine rather than peace," Interview with Unver Sel. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-07). Saturday 12/9: Roadmap to Apartheid: A film showing at UUSF. indybay.org Unitarian Universalists of S.F. | 1187 Franklin St. @ Geary | TSK Room…
(2023-12-07). ExxonMobil Wants To Start A War In Latin America. popularresistance.org On December 3, 2023, a large number of registered voters in Venezuela voted in a referendum over the Essequibo region that is disputed with neighboring Guyana. Nearly all those who voted answered yes to the five questions. These questions asked the Venezuelan people to affirm the sovereignty of their country over Essequibo. "Today," said Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, "there are no winners or losers." The only winner, he said, is Venezuela's sovereignty. The principal loser, Maduro said, is ExxonMobil. | In 2022, ExxonMobil made a profit of $55.7 billion, making it one of the world's richest and most powerf…
(2023-12-07). Your Enemies Destroyed One Palestine; My Wounds Populated Many Palestines. dissidentvoice.org 
Malak Mattar (Palestine), A Life Stolen Before It Had Begun, 2023. The indecency of the phrase 'humanitarian pause' is obvious. There is nothing humanitarian about a brief interlude between bouts of horrendous violence. There is no true 'pause', merely the calm before the storm continues. We are witnessing the bureaucratisation of immorality, the use of …
(2023-12-07). Six Wars Old. dissidentvoice.org 
Israel's repeated military assaults on Gaza have devastating consequences for children. Israel is not only killing Palestinian children at astonishing rates, but also killing the childhood of those who survive.
(2023-12-07). US and Israeli mass rape propaganda, without credible evidence, is being used to justify Gaza genocide. wsws.org The campaign over alleged mass rape is timed to coincide with the resumption of the Israeli war on Gaza, following the brief "pause."
(2023-12-07). SAG-AFTRA contract ratified, with a large abstention. wsws.org When only a little more than a third of the membership bothers to vote in such circumstances, this has to be considered a vote of non-confidence in the union leadership.
(2023-12-07). Public meeting in Australia: Stop the Gaza genocide! Build a socialist anti-war movement! wsws.org The meeting, in Sydney and online, will discuss the revolutionary socialist perspective required to end the genocide and its source, the capitalist system.
(2023-12-07). France: Protesters denounce the escalation of Gazan genocide. wsws.org Protesters denounced the bourgeois French media's role in promoting phony "humanitarian pauses" as Israeli prepared to expand its bombing campaign to justify their murderous assault on the Gazan population.
(2023-12-07). No to censorship of opponents of war! Stop the genocide in Gaza! Protest December 12 at Ruhr University Bochum! wsws.org While a deliberate massacre of the women and children of Gaza is being committed before the eyes of the whole world, the RUB has banned the International Youth and Students for Social Equality group from organising an event entitled "Stop the genocide in Gaza!"
(2023-12-07). Former Japanese general reveals plans for war with China over Taiwan. wsws.org Both Washington and Tokyo are challenging the "One China" policy in order to provoke a clash with Beijing and launch long-standing plans for war against China.
(2023-12-07). Giant Chinese property developer Evergrande given stay of execution. wsws.org There is concern that an Evergrande liquidation could severely impact the ability of other corporations, not only highly indebted real estate developers, to raise money in international financial markets.
(2023-12-07). Gaza health system collapses amid nonstop Israeli bombardment. wsws.org The deliberate targeting of the healthcare infrastructure in Gaza intends to allow the "slow death" by starvation, dehydration and disease to kill the population. The resumption of hostilities is seeing a new wave of deaths and destruction.
(2023-12-07). "The essence of Helen Halyard is that she was party, she was cadre" wsws.org We are publishing here the tribute to Helen Halyard given by Cheryl Crisp, the national secretary of the Socialist Equality Party of Australia, to a memorial meeting for Comrade Helen held by the Socialist Equality Party (US) and the International Committee of the Fourth International on Sunday, December 3.
(2023-12-07). Spain: Trade unions support Telefónica's scheme to lay off a third of its workforce. wsws.org Telefónica's announcement is part of a global offensive against telecommunications workers.
(2023-12-07). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Healthcare workers in Italy including doctors, nurses and midwives in 24-hour strike over staff shortages and austerity budget; three thousand workers at Isfahan Steel Company in Iran walk out for improved pay and pay parity with other steelworkers; doctors and dentists begin stoppage in six counties in Kenya for pay rise and improved conditions…
(2023-12-07). "The measure of my dreams": Shane MacGowan (1957-2023). wsws.org The Pogues were one of the finest bands of the 1980s, infusing Irish traditional music with punk to give new voice to a young Irish diaspora. This owed very much to the poetic songwriting of Shane MacGowan.
(2023-12-07). New Zealand protests continue against genocide in Gaza as new far-right government backs Israel. wsws.org Protesters rallied outside parliament on Tuesday after the incoming National Party-NZ First-ACT coalition government issued statements continuing to justify Israel's genocidal bombing and siege of Gaza as a defensive action.
(2023-12-07). Johnson unrepentant on second day of UK COVID Inquiry questioning. wsws.org Questions focussed on Johnson's actions from the summer of 2020 through to January 2022. Attention was drawn repeatedly to the influence of "economic" concerns on government decision making.
(2023-12-07). Behind the UAW unionization campaign: containing the class struggle on behalf of Biden and auto bosses. wsws.org The UAW has launched what it calls and "unprecedented" effort to unionize nonunion auto plants under conditions of growing militancy and class struggle in an effort to contain this movement in a corporatist straitjacket.
(2023-12-07). Multiple people killed at University of Nevada, Las Vegas and in Austin, Texas as 2023 breaks record for mass shootings. wsws.org Several people were shot during an active shooter event at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas a day after six people were killed during a killing spree in Austin.
(2023-12-07). The struggle of Quebec's 600,000 public sector workers at the crossroads. wsws.org To prevail against the big business CAQ government, workers must wrest control of their struggle from the pro-capitalist union apparatuses and transform it into a unified political offensive of the entire working class against the Quebec and Canadian ruling elite's agenda of austerity and war.
(2023-12-07). Yellow bankruptcy auction raises $1.9 billion for Wall Street. wsws.org Yellow's asset auction raised more than enough funds to pay off its nearly $1.6 billion in debt.
(2023-12-07). Biden's Education Department expands scope of investigations into alleged antisemitism on college campuses. wsws.org Over 20 Title VI Shared Ancestry Investigations have been initiated by the Department of Education since October 7.
(2023-12-07). How Israel undermined the prisoner exchange by widening the definition of 'security prisoners'. mondoweiss.net 
Israel undermined the prisoner exchange with Hamas by widening the definition of "security prisoners" to include those held for little more than social media posts.
(2023-12-07). LA Times Reporters Who Demanded Unbiased Reporting Banned From Covering Gaza. truthout.org The Los Angeles Times (LAT) has banned 38 journalists from covering Gaza for at least three months after they signed an open letter criticizing Western newsrooms for their biased reporting on Israel's genocide of Palestinians. "The urgency of this moment cannot be overstated. It is imperative that we change course," the open letter says. LAT management claimed that signing the open letter violated… |
(2023-12-08). Walmart Is Selling Hanukkah Candles That Fund Anti-Arab Discrimination in Israel. truthout.org Each year, in preparation for Hanukkah, many Jews across the United States purchase candles to light their menorahs. For those in areas where Walmart has squeezed out competitors, the limited options of Hanukkah candles to choose from will include Rite Lite, which the superstore stocks from New York to California and sells online. These candles are advertised as benefiting the Jewish National Fund… |
(2023-12-08). Carbon-Trading Plans Are Thinly Veiled Land Grabs That Displace People Globally. truthout.org While King Charles was being wined and dined during his recent state visit to the country, Kenyan authorities were brutally evicting up to 700 Ogiek Indigenous people from their ancestral homes in the Mau Forest. This is just one in a long string of violent evictions that the Ogiek have had to endure, usually leading to the theft of their land by the government and the subsequent logging of the… |
(2023-12-08). White House Says No Deadline for Israel to End Gaza Onslaught. news.antiwar.com US Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer said Thursday that the Biden administration has not set a deadline on Israel's war in Gaza and reiterated US opposition to a ceasefire. "We have not given a firm deadline to Israel, not really our role. This is their conflict. That said, we do have influence, even if …
(2023-12-08). Digital Rights Groups Urge Meta to Stop Silencing Palestine. scheerpost.com 
By Jillian C. York / Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) In the wake of the October 7 attack on Israel and the ensuing backlash on Palestine, Meta has engaged in unjustified content and account takedowns on its social media platforms. This has suppressed the voices of journalists, human rights defenders, and many others concerned or directly affected by …
(2023-12-08). Not a Penny Nor a Bullet Off the Table. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-08). 'Staggering' Rise in Reports of Islamophobia During Gaza War. scheerpost.com
(2023-12-08). The Israel-India-US Triangle. scheerpost.com 
(2023-12-08). Pacific island, Vanuatu, jolted by 7.1 magnitude earthquake. geo.tv 
Vanuatu, situated in the seismic Ring of Fire, regularly experiences earthquakes…
(2023-12-08). Dissecting the Washington Post's "analysis" of Ukraine's Failed Counter Offensive — Part 1. sonar21.com 
(2023-12-08). Dissecting The Washington Post's "Analysis" Of Ukraine's Failed Counter Offensive — Part 2. sonar21.com 
This two part series in the Washington Post is a must read because of what it tells the reader about the abysmal performance of the White House and the Department of Defense. I found it genuinely shocking. I knew that Biden, Austin and Milley were bad. I just did not appreciate how bad. On a scale of 1 to 10, with a 10 marking the biggest fuck up in history, these guys rate an 11. | Part two,
(2023-12-08). UN Security Council to Vote on Ceasefire as US Downplays Israeli War Crimes. truthout.org This figure was given by the Gaza Ministry of Health on December 7. However, due to breakdowns in communication networks within the Gaza Strip (particularly in northern Gaza) and the high number of people trapped under rubble, the Gaza Ministry of Health has been unable to regularly and accurately update its tolls since mid-November. Some rights groups put the death toll number closer to or above… |
(2023-12-08). Do I Hear Kinzhal? smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2023-12-08). Israel's War On Gaza: Honoring The First Ten Palestinian Journalists Killed. thedissenter.org Israeli military forces have killed dozens of journalists in the government's war on Gaza, and according to "press advocates," it is the In this clip from Kevin Gosztola's weekly broadcast on
(2023-12-08). ExxonMobil quiere iniciar una guerra en Sudamérica. peoplesdispatch.org Está claro que los venezolanos que acudieron a votar el 3 de diciembre en un referéndum en la región del Esequibo vieron esto menos como un conflicto entre Venezuela y Guyana y más como un conflicto entre ExxonMobil y los pueblos de estos dos países latinoamericanos.
(2023-12-07). Israel asesina a periodistas en Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org Como parte de su ataque genocida contra Gaza, Israel está asesinando a trabajadores de los medios de comunicación a un ritmo sin precedentes, aparentemente para impedir que el mundo vea las atrocidades incalificables que lleva a cabo.
(2023-12-07). Nationwide Subsidiary Attacked in San Francisco. indybay.org Inspired by the recent attack in Walnut Creek, every window was smashed at a Nationwide subsidiary in San Francisco. Direct hits were achieved despite the presence of iron bars covering the windows.
(2023-12-07). Activists are voicing concerns over Atlanta's proposed ski-mask ban. itsgoingdown.org Report from the Atlanta Community Press Collective on recent proposal by a member of the Atlanta City Council to prohibit the wearing of ski masks "or other items that conceal the identity of the wearer." By: Matt Scott During Monday's regular council meeting, Atlanta City Council Member Antonio Lewis (District 12) introduced an ordinance to…
(2023-12-07). Newsom cancels public Capitol tree lighting ceremony to avoid Free Palestine protesters. indybay.org "Governor Newsom decided to cancel the tree lighting ceremony rather than face the public that is enraged by his shameful silence on the genocide in Gaza," said Yassar Dahbour of Sacramento Regional Coalition for Palestinian Rights.
(2023-12-07). Former Peruvian president released from jail. america.cgtn.com 
Alberto Fujimori, Peru's former leader, was freed from jail on Wednesday after a ruling from the country's highest court. | The 85-year-old was granted a humanitarian pardon, despite moves to block it.
(2023-12-07). Senate Votes Down Resolution to Withdraw Troops from Syria. news.antiwar.com The Senate on Thursday voted down a resolution that would have directed President Biden to withdraw all US troops from Syria, where US forces have come under frequent attack in response to President Biden's support for Israel's Gaza onslaught. The bill failed in a vote of 13-84 and received support from seven Democrats, five Republicans, …
(2023-12-07). US Looks to Help Ukraine Increase Its Own Weapons Production. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian officials traveled to Washington this week to attend a conference on building up Ukraine's own military industrial complex to reduce its reliance on the West for military equipment. Opening the conference on Wednesday, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said the US and its allies would work to strengthen "Ukraine's defense industrial base, both to …
(2023-12-07). US Military Conducting Flight Operations in Guyana Amid Venezuela Tensions. news.antiwar.com The US military said Thursday that it would conduct flight operations in Guyana amid tensions between the Caribbean nation and its neighbor Venezuela over the disputed Guayana Esequiba region. Guayana Esequiba is an oil-rich region that makes up about two-thirds of the territory of the state of Guyana, which gained independence from Britain in 1966. …
(2023-12-07). US Tells Israel Not to Strike the Houthis in Yemen. news.antiwar.com The Biden administration has asked Israel not to respond to recent attacks by Yemen's Houthis, The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. The Houthis, formally known as Ansar Allah, have fired missiles and drones at Israel in response to the Israeli onslaught in Gaza and have targeted Israeli-linked commercial ships in the Red Sea. US …
(2023-12-07). Democracy Now! 2023-12-07 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 07, 2023; "Terrorized": Gaza Poet Mosab Abu Toha on Being Stripped, Jailed & Beaten by Israeli Forces; "Cabal of Oil Producers": Climate Scientist Kevin Anderson Slams Corporate Capture of COP28; "Green Colonialism": Nigerian Climate Activist Nnimmo Bassey Says Africa Is Being Sold Out at COP28 | Headlines for December 07, 2023; "Terrorized": Gaza Poet Mosab Abu Toha on Being Stripped, Jailed & Beaten by Israeli Forces; "Cabal of Oil Producers": Climate Scientist Kevin Anderson Slams Corporate Capture of COP28; "Green Coloniali…
(2023-12-07). Hollywood actors approve new contract. america.cgtn.com 
A historic labor dispute officially comes to an end as Hollywood actors vote to ratify a new contract with major film studios. | Nearly 80 percent of the union members who participated voted in favor of the new deal.
(2023-12-07). Wednesday 12/13: #ERANow: It's Been 100 Years. Not One More! US Gender Equality Call to Action. indybay.org Virtual panel discussion on Equal Rights Amendment | Join from anywhere…
(2023-12-07). Wordlers assemble! Let's find out today's answer to Wordle #901. geo.tv 
Find out a series of hints to Wordle for Thursday, December 7…
(2023-12-07). Why was Italian opera singing awarded Unesco's cultural heritage status?>. geo.tv 
Announcement marks inclusion of Italian opera alongside other renowned Italian practices like pizza-making and Alpine peak scaling…
(2023-12-07). ChatGPT, Messi, Elon Musk among most visited Wikipedia pages of 2023 — Here is complete list of 25. geo.tv 
Taylor Swift, Matthew Perrry, and Andrew Tate were also among the top viewed pages on Wikipedia…
(2023-12-07). UNLV shooting suspect, who killed 3, identified, leaving Las Vegas shocked. geo.tv 
After UNLV shooting, campus will remain closed on Thursday and Friday…
(2023-12-07). Benjamin Zephaniah: British poet, activist, who played 'Jimmy Jesus' in 'Peaky Blinders' dies. geo.tv 
Benjamin Zephaniah succumbed to brain tumour, which was diagnosis just eight weeks before his demise…
(2023-12-07). Attack on Pearl Harbor: 10 untold stories finally told on 82nd anniversary. geo.tv 
Attack on Pearl Habor, which killed 2,400 in a mere 75 minutes, is commemorated annually with reverence for the fallen…
(2023-12-07). Iftar gets global recognition as 'cultural heritage'. geo.tv 
Centuries-old community tradition observed with religious zest represents Muslim culture in countries across the globe…
(2023-12-07). Nick Kyrgios, Australian tennis star, joins OnlyFans, leaving fans startled. geo.tv 
Nick Kyrgios was the Wimbledon runner-up in 2022…
(2023-12-07). New Denmark law makes desecration of Holy Quran in all forms punishable crime. geo.tv 
The legislation secured 94 votes in favour and faced opposition from 77 members…
(2023-12-07). 'Peach Fuzz' named 'Pantone's Color of the Year' — What's the deal with it?>. geo.tv 
'Peach Fuzz' represents peace and serenity and light fruity tone aims to provide a warm and nurturing touch…
(2023-12-07). Craig Mokhiber: "It's Genocide" libya360.wordpress.com Craig Mokhiber resigned as Director of the UN's New York Office of the Higher Commissioner for Human Rights citing the organizations insufficient response to the ongoing genocide in Gaza, and the push back he received even before 10/7 when critiquing the human rights violations perpetrated by Israel. In this episode, he applies his expertise as…
(2023-12-07). Sam Husseini: To Stop the Genocide, Protest Actions and Demands Must Change. libya360.wordpress.com Editorial Comment: In the following interview, Sam Husseini covers many important topics. He states that protest demands must shift to a specific focus — invoking the genocide convention. Why the World Court, Not the ICC, is the Right Place to Try Israel for Genocide. The Genocide Convention Must Be Invoked! The International Commission of Jurists…
(2023-12-07). Wednesday 12/13: Fighting Antisemitism Through the Lens of Collective Liberation. indybay.org Livestream event: www.tickettailor.com/events/haymarketbooks/1088718#…
(2023-12-07). Washington Post San Francisco Bureau WBNG Journalists Speak Out At Solidarity Strike Rally. indybay.org Striking Washington-Baltimore News Guild members who work at the Washington Post rallied in San Francisco and spoke out about why they're striking nationally.
(2023-12-07). Effie's House tenants are illegally under surveillance. indybay.org This Story Is Dedicated To All The People Who May Be Under Surveillance Illegally Where They Reside!
(2023-12-07). Colombians file for bankruptcy. america.cgtn.com 
The number of Colombians who declared bankruptcy in 2023 is 1/3rd higher than 2022. | While this may indicate harder times for Colombians, some experts say the good news is that more people are using bankruptcy laws, to recover.
(2023-12-07). Republican Presidential candidates debate in Alabama. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. Republican presidential candidates engaged in arguably their most acrimonious debate yet. | Four of the remaining candidates tore into each other, some trying to stem the rise of the only woman running. | And once again, Donald Trump's absence merely added fuel to the fire.
(2023-12-07). Censorship of grassroots voices at global health conference raises concerns. peoplesdispatch.org The People's Health Movement was removed from the organizing committee of the Prince Mahidol Awards Conference following an article criticizing presence of fossil fuel companies at public health events…
(2023-12-07). One year since the coup in Peru. peoplesdispatch.org
(2023-12-07). Regional resistance to war on Gaza continues with more attacks on Israel and US bases. peoplesdispatch.org The Houthis in Yemen, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and militias in Iraq have all targeted Israel and US bases in the last few weeks in support of the Palestinian people. Israel has continued to receive military aid from the US…
(2023-12-07). Senate Republicans block $111 billion aid package for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. peoplesdispatch.org The Democratic Party's latest effort to fund proxy conflicts is thwarted by conservatives, who argued that there was not enough funding allocated to the US-Mexico border…
(2023-12-07). Turkish Medical Association confronts new wave of attacks. peoplesdispatch.org The board of the Turkish Medical Association was dissolved by a court decision. This is the latest in a long list of repressive acts faced by the organization…
(2023-12-07). Another Hardwood Shakedown: Your Money or Your Team! inequality.org
(2023-12-07). Pro-Israel Billboard Torn Down by Palestine Supporters in Houston. itsgoingdown.org Report on recent direct action in Houston, Texas against a pro-Israel billboard. The following report, alongside the footage seen above, was sent to Screwston Antifascist Committee anonymously: On Thanksgiving Thursday, 11/23/23, a day which commemorates genocide against indigenous Americans and European colonization, a prominent Zionist billboard was torn down in Southwest Houston. The billboard, which…
(2023-12-07). Capital Markets Authority seeks greater powers over mushrooming ponzis. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least sh3.6 billion has so far been lost by Ugandan investors in closed-down investment companies, which were declared Ponzi Schemes by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA). CMA issued a warning to the public in September on potential losses from investing in Capital Chicken Ltd, The Mall Fund Limited, …
(2023-12-07). Death toll rises to 69 in northern Tanzania's deadly floods, landslides. independent.co.ug 
Dar es Salaa, Tanzania | Xinhua | The death toll went up to 69 in northern Tanzania's recent flash floods and landslides as rescuers recovered four bodies from mudflow caused by the landslides Wednesday, said authorities. The information was disclosed by Mobhare Matinyi, the chief government spokesperson and director of Information Services, at a news …
(2023-12-07). IFAD regional director visits Uganda, promises to support SMEs. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a move that underscores the International Fund for Agricultural Development's (IFAD) commitment to supporting small-scale farmers and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in East Africa, Sara Mbago-Bhunu, Director of the organization's East and Southern Africa Division, recently undertook a critical visit to Uganda. The visit served as …
(2023-12-07). MOTORING: How often should you change your car's engine oil? independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | For car owners, the maintenance of their vehicle is not only a matter of pride but a critical factor in ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of your cherished automobile. Among the various aspects of car maintenance, one crucial element that often escapes attention is the regular change and …
(2023-12-07). Nutritionists versus dietitians. independent.co.ug 
How are they different, which one do you need? ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | A healthy diet can help you lower your risk of chronic disease. In fact, it can improve many areas of your health, including your mood, energy, and weight. And while healthy eating may seem straightforward, it can be difficult to know which foods …
(2023-12-07). Ousted US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says he's leaving Congress. independent.co.ug 
Washington, US | Xinhua | Former U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who was unprecedentedly removed from the position in early October, announced on Wednesday that he is leaving the U.S. Congress at the end of this year. In an opinion piece published on the Wall Street Journal, McCarthy said he has decided to "depart the …
(2023-12-07). Parliament approves Shs3.5 trillion supplementary funding. independent.co.ug 
SUMMARY ‚ú≥ State House — Classified Shs441.3bn ‚ú≥ Support for Artists SACCO Shs13bn ‚ú≥ Shortfall of Census preparation Shs144bn ‚ú≥ Munyonyo Convention Centre Shs37bn ‚ú≥ Uganda Broadcasting Corp (UBC) Shs25bn ‚ú≥ Renovation of National Mosque Shs5bn ‚ú≥ Compensation mandatory vehicle inspection contract Shs33Bn Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved Shs3.5 trillion …
(2023-12-07). 'Too late for new comers in Uganda oil sector'. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Major contracts for construction activities for the Tilenga project have been awarded two years after a Final Investment Decision (FID) for the project was taken. The project is located in Bulisa and Nwoya districts and is led by TotalEnergies. Philippe Groueix, the Chair of TotalEnergies in Uganda and General …
(2023-12-07). Fascism 101 for Geopolitics Today. fpif.org Donald Trump's electoral defeat in 2020 and Jair Bolsonaro's loss to Lula in Brazil in 2022, along with Rodrigo Duterte's leaving the presidency of the Philippines last year, gave some quarters hope that the far-right or fascist wave had crested globally. | Two political earthquakes, taking place just in the last two weeks, have shattered this illusion. In Argentina, Javier Milei, a Trump-like, self-described anarcho-capitalist who brazenly denies that human rights abuses took place in that country during the so-called dirty war waged by the army in the late 1970s was overwhelmingly elected president. Two days la…
(2023-12-08). Palestinian Resistance Forces Joint Statement. libya360.wordpress.com Editorial Comment: While the struggle for liberation continues within Palestinian territory, let the international community do its part to delegitimize the Zionist entity, end apartheid and stop the genocide. International Appeal to Invoke the Genocide and Apartheid Conventions to Protect the Palestinian People Free Palestine — from the River to the Sea! Five Palestinian forces…
(2023-12-07). Behind Enemy Bars: Palestinian and Israeli Prisoners. libya360.wordpress.com Robert Inlakesh The fair treatment of Israeli captives by Hamas has become part of the information war between Palestinians and Tel Aviv. Left unsaid is that there remain thousands of Palestinians in captivity who barely survive their Israeli detention. The issue of Prisoners of War (POWs) taken captive by Hamas-led Palestinian resistance forces has become one of…
2023-11-29: News Headlines
(2023-11-29). Israel's PR Problem Is Summed Up in One Man — Itamar Ben-Gvir. sonar21.com 
This madman is a real sweetheart. Say hello to Itamar Ben Gvir. To call him an extremist is an insult to extremists. His latest antics pose a threat to Bibi Netanyahu's ability to retain a governing coalition. The National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir on Tuesday threatened to break apart the government if Israel does not restart its war with Hamas, currently on a negotiated pause. | "Stopping the war = breaking apart the government," he said in a statement.
(2023-11-29). Ukraine Retreats From Key Areas in Donetsk While Kiev is Wracked with Growing Turmoil. sonar21.com 
The map above shows two key areas — Avdiivka (which is about the red dot titled "winter storm) and Kleshcheyevka (which is on the western outskirts of Bakhmut that sits just below the tag "Museum") — that Ukraine has been clinging to tenaciously for more than 9 years. The news is not good for Ukraine. Its troops retreated from these areas today under heavy pressure from Russian forces. This should dispel the nonsense that there is some sort of stalemate. Nope. Russia is moving forward and Ukraine is falling back. | The following video provides dramatic footage of Russian soldiers attacking entre…
(2023-11-28). ADRIFT ON A SEA OF DELUSIONS. sonar21.com 
NOTE: This paper is divided into two sections. The first section is a digest of an article in Foreign Affairs by Robert Gates which is intended to present his views in a condensed, but accurate version. The second section is an analysis of Gates' views and comments on their applicability to current world affairs. | SECTION ONE | The second lead article in the November/December 2023 issue of Foreign Affairs magazine is entitled "The Dysfunctional Superpower: Can a Divided America Deter China and Russia?" The author is Robert M. Gates, Director of the United States (US) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) from…
(2023-11-28). Politics and Arrogance — Understanding Israel's October 7 Intelligence Failure. sonar21.com 
(2023-11-29). Gender, labor, democracy, and Americanism: U.S. history in the (un)making. mronline.org 
In the early hours of Monday, May 15, 2023, the historical highway marker recognizing the birthplace of a renown feminist, anti-racist labor organizer and defender of reproductive rights was taken down. The marker was formally approved and erected by the State, following years of community effort on behalf of this locally-born female hero. It stood …
(2023-11-29). Panama Court Declares Mining Contract Illegal. orinocotribune.com 
Tuesday, the Supreme Court of Panama declared the mining contract which renewed the exploitation concession of the largest open pit copper mine in Central America to be unconstitutional. | The renewal of this contract triggered a protest movement that has spread for more than a month throughout the country. | The president of the Supreme Court of Panama, María Eugenia López, indicated that the ruling was approved unanimously. The case was opened in response to two appeals presented against Law 406, approved on October 20 by the unicameral Parliament and President Laurentino Cortizo and that contains the contract.
(2023-11-29). State repression won't succeed at intimidating the Palestine solidarity movement. liberationnews.org 
The PSL condemns the heavy-handed wave of repression that U.S. authorities are using to try and intimidate and silence activists nationwide.
(2023-11-29). West Votes Against Democracy, Human Rights, Cultural Diversity at UN; Promotes Mercenaries, Sanctions. orinocotribune.com 
By Ben Norton — Nov 26, 2023 | The West voted against the rest of the world on United Nations General Assembly resolutions, opposing democracy, human rights, and cultural diversity, while supporting mercenaries and unilateral coercive measures (sanctions). | Western governments frequently claim that their foreign and domestic policies are motivated by "human rights" and "democracy". They often even lecture their adversaries for purportedly failing to respect these concerns. | But on the international stage, Western capitals have shown their commitments to be merely rhetorical, as they have consistently voted…
(2023-11-29). The Rise of the Desk Clerk Academic. dissidentvoice.org It is a particularly quotidian breed in the modern, management-driven university. The desk clerk who pretends to be an academic and researcher but is neither. The desk clerk who admires rosters, work plans and "key performance indicators", thinking that the process of knowledge is quantifiable by productivity targets and financial returns. The desk clerk who …
(2023-11-29). The dark side of SpaceX's flight of innovation. peoplesdispatch.org The massive Starship superheavy lift launch vehicle by Elon Musk's SpaceX company took off on its second test flight on November 18. | The largest and most powerful launcher ever built weighs 5,000 tonnes and can carry payloads of 100-150 tonnes. The launcher is a two-stage vehicle comprising the booster and the spaceship atop, both stages powered by SpaceX's own Raptor engine, 33 of which power the booster. | Starship itself is highly innovative and intended to be fully reusable to sharply reduce launch costs, a cornerstone of Musk's vision for earth-orbital and inter-planetary missions. | Starship, intended…
(2023-11-29). Looking for Likud Support, Netanyahu Says He's the Only One Who Can Prevent a Palestinian State. news.antiwar.com As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political career is in peril due to his failure to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack on southern Israel, the Israeli leader has been meeting with members of his Likud party to ensure continued support. According to Israeli media, in these meetings, Netanyahu has sold himself as the only …
(2023-11-29). Rep. Massie Casts Lone No Vote Against Bill Equating Anti-Zionism With Antisemitism. news.antiwar.com Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) was the lone member of the House to vote against a resolution equating criticism of the modern state of Israel with antisemitism. The resolution passed in a vote of 412-1-1, as Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) voted "present." The bill states that the House "reaffirms the State of Israel has the right …
(2023-11-29). Why Vaccine-Pushing Cardiologists Never See Myocarditis. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-29). World's first supply chain expo opens in Beijing, injects stability in global trade. ecns.cn CISCEkicked off in Beijing on Tuesday, bringing together hundreds of political and business leaders from around the world to strengthen cooperation and safeguard the stability of global industrial and supply chains amid mounting risks and challenges for global trade.
(2023-11-29). Xi'an city counts 20,897 China-Europe freight train runs since 2013. ecns.cn The China-European freight train (Xi'an) has experienced a consistent uptick in volume each year since its maiden run in 2013.
(2023-11-29). Rows of Chinese-built solar panels become 'energy oasis' in desert of Abu Dhabi: FM. ecns.cn The Al Dhafra Solar Project in United Arab Emirates (UAE), constructed by Chinese enterprises, has been fully completed recently, which will elevate the proportion of clean energy in the overall energy structure in UAE to over 13 percent.
(2023-11-29). Expo shines spotlight on supply chains. ecns.cn China's active support for global supply chain cooperation will help both domestic and foreign businesses accelerate digital and green transformation, effectively spurring innovation and fostering collaborations among a wide range of stakeholders.
(2023-11-29). Sizzling growth in catering segment powers recovery of consumption. ecns.cn With the January-September sales revenue of China's catering segment growing by nearly 19 percent year-on-year to 3.7 trillion yuan ($517.2 billion).
(2023-11-29). Strategy fuels brand rejuvenation among consumers. ecns.cn The fundamental reasons why time-honored brands launch crossover products include rejuvenating brand recognition, expanding the range of target consumers and enhancing influence.
(2023-11-29). Reports: Fast-fashion retailer Shein has filed for IPO in U.S. ecns.cn Shein, the trendy, fast-fashion online retailer, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in the United States, according to news reports.
(2023-11-29). Scientist hails accuracy of satellite data. ecns.cn The Macao Science Satellite 1 network, China's leading space-based geomagnetic monitoring system, has achieved remarkable feats and attracted scientists from around the world, according to a top member of the program.
(2023-11-29). Purr-fect solution: Rice company enlists cats to combat rats. ecns.cn A rice company in Liaoning province has found a unique and eco-friendly solution to protect its grain stocks from rats: cats.
(2023-11-29). China updates train ticket purchasing for foreigners. ecns.cn China has recently optimized its train ticket purchasing and checking services for international travelers, the China State Railway Group Co said on Tuesday.
(2023-11-29). Chinese IT engineer caught in foreign espionage plot. ecns.cn China's Ministry of State Security has warned the public about foreign espionage activities under the guise of safety protocol testing, following the case of an IT engineer who was hired by a foreign intelligence agency to deploy malware onto China's military and high-tech companies.
(2023-11-29). New railway link in northwestern Sichuan boosts regional connectivity. ecns.cn The Qingbaijiangdong-Zhenjiangguan section of the Sichuan-Qinghai Railway, which connects Chengdu, Sichuan province, and Xi'ning, Qinghai province, started operation on Tuesday morning.
(2023-11-29). Japanese vessels illegally enter territorial waters off Diaoyu Islands. ecns.cn China Coast Guard said that it had expelled multiple Japanese vessels that illegally entered the territorial waters off the Diaoyu Islands.
(2023-11-29). Shenzhen, Zhongshan connected by 'most comprehensive' crossing. ecns.cn The main line of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a mega cross-sea passage in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, has been fully connected after completion of the last part of the caisson concrete pouring on Tuesday morning.
(2023-11-29). Human trafficker appeals death sentence. ecns.cn High-profile human trafficker Yu Huaying appealed for leniency in sentencing for the abduction of 11 children in the 1990s, as she pleaded guilty during her second trial for the crime held by the High People's Court of Guizhou province on Tuesday.
(2023-11-29). WTO event may see nation championing trading system reform. ecns.cn China is expected to play an important role in promoting reforms at the World Trade Organization and ensuring practical outcomes at the multilateral trade body's 13th Ministerial Conference next year.
(2023-11-29). Russia approves hike in military spending. ecns.cn Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a significant increase in military spending that will see around 30 percent of fiscal expenditure directed toward the armed forces in 2024, as he signed draft plans into law on Monday.
(2023-11-29). Tax reliefs strengthen private sector. ecns.cn Tax and fee payment rebates, deductions or deferments were worth nearly 1.24 trillion yuan ($170 billion) for private businesses in the first 10 months of this year.
(2023-11-29). Wuhan cash for medical certificates investigation underway. ecns.cn The Wuhan health authority suspended a hospital and a judicial appraisal institute from conducting certain services on Tuesday, in the wake of them being accused online of involvement in illegal activities such as faking paternity results.
(2023-11-29). Court doubles down against domestic abuse. ecns.cn China's top court has reiterated its pledge to resolutely crack down on domestic violence, whether it is physical or mental, and to protect its victims.
(2023-11-29). University opens course to improve parenting skills. ecns.cn To help parents be better parents in today's fast-evolving society, East China Normal University in Shanghai has launched a "mini-major" in family education.
(2023-11-29). Chang'e 5 lunar samples put on display in Macao. ecns.cn Lunar samples retrieved by China's Chang'e 5 robotic mission went on display in Macao on Tuesday, marking the first time any lunar samples have been brought to the city for public exhibition.
(2023-11-29). China firm supporter of climate cooperation, to fulfill promises at steadfast pace: observers. ecns.cn China highly commends the UAE's leading role as the host of COP28 in advancing green and low-carbon development and galvanize global joint response to climate change.
(2023-11-29). China's first high-precision geomagnetic field detection satellite put into use. ecns.cn The Macao Science-1 satellite, China's first high-precision geomagnetic field detection satellite, was put into operation on Tuesday.
(2023-11-29). Loongson releases next-generation CPU. ecns.cn Chinese company Loongson released its next-generation computer central processing unit (CPU) 3A6000 in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2023-11-29). Historic march demands an end to Canada's complicity in Israel's crimes in Palestine. mronline.org 
100,000 people marched in the Canadian capital on November 25 to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the complicity of the Canadian government in Israel's ongoing violence and colonization of Palestine.
(2023-11-29). John Kiriakou: Reflections on the Deep State's Media Watchdog Tool. scheerpost.com 
By John Kiriakou / Original to ScheerPost In early November, the leadership and board of Consortium News, the independent news site, filed a major lawsuit against the federal government and NewsGuard Technologies, Inc. NewsGuard at first glance looks like a media watchdog organization, a group that seeks to keep misinformation and disinformation out of the …
(2023-11-29). Ralph Nader: An Open Letter to Members of the United States Congress. scheerpost.com By Ralph Nader / Nader.org RE: Hamas-Israel-Gaza-Genocide We are writing to exercise our First Amendment to petition Congress for redress of grievances. We are urging Congress to end the United States' unconditional, close, and continual military and intelligence support of Israel in its ongoing physical destruction of 2.3 million Palestinians residing in Gaza. The United …
(2023-11-29). Scott Ritter: The End of US Nuclear Superiority. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-29). West Votes Against Democracy, Human Rights, Cultural Diversity at UN; Promotes Mercenaries, Sanctions. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-29). Nov 29, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Guantanamera | Playing For Change | Song Around The World 'The Horror! The Horror!', Revisited in Palestine, by Pepe Escobar War Is Not Abstracted Anymore, by Caitlin Johnstone Understanding the U.S. War Industry w/Christian Sorensen (Video) Operation Ongoing Bullshit, by Bill Astore JFK's Fight to Stop WW3 and America's Tragic Slide into Empire — Cynthia Chung Video The Magician's Hat, and the Great Simulacrum of Palliative Balm, by Alastair Crooke Banned Books, by Craig Murray Step Closer to Victory in Gaza: Burns' 'Expansive Deal' Could Only Mean One Thing, by Baroud, Rubeo…
(2023-11-29). A Nuclear Assault on South Africa's Freedoms. counterpunch.org 
Attempts are underway to suppress and even demonize anti-nuclear protesters in South Africa. (Photo of 2016 Johannesburg protest by Linda Pentz Gunter) A considerable number of pro-nuclear articles penned by supposedly impartial nuclear experts or professed nuclear industry lobbyists have appeared in the South African media of late. The flurry of pro-nuclear activity has been
(2023-11-29). US military aid to Ukraine may be postponed until after 2024 elections. infobrics.org Biden's popularity continues to decline as Trump rises.
(2023-11-29). NATO further postpones Ukraine's membership. infobrics.org The Western military bloc clearly does not want to allow Kiev access, but it does not admit this publicly.
(2023-11-29). Russian aircraft for Iran and multipolarity. infobrics.org Attacking Iran seems to be a very tempting prospect for Washington DC, as it would effectively "kill two birds with one stone" by making both SCO and BRICS+ look "weak" and unable (or even unwilling) to defend their new members. The US very likely believes this could be a deadly blow to the rapidly emerging multipolar world that will inevitably dismantle the existing "rules-based world order".
(2023-11-29). Performance of Cuba's National Hotel-Capri Hotel Praised. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 29 (Prensa Latina) On the 66th anniversary of the inauguration of the NH-Capri Hotel in Havana, tourism authorities have praised the performance of this establishment, which has a long history and great attractions for guests from all over the world.
(2023-11-29). Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan to explore oil fields in the Caspian Sea. plenglish.com Ashgabat, Nov 29 (Prensa Latina) Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan are ready to sign an agreement on the joint exploitation of the Dostluk hydrocarbon field in the Caspian Sea, according to Turkmen Deputy Prime Minister Batir Atdayev.
(2023-11-29). Which Side Are You On? The False Binary of the Israel-Hamas War. counterpunch.org As a child of two Holocaust survivors and a product of Jewish day schools and Zionist summer camps, I was brought up to love Israel unconditionally. My great-grandmother moved to Palestine from Poland in the 1930s because she recognized the dangerous drumbeat of the approaching Third Reich. Most of her children chose not to follow
(2023-11-29). National Single Payer, a Health Care Justice Organization in the U.S., Denounces Targeting of Hospitals in the Gaza Strip and U.S. Complicity in Genocide. counterpunch.org 
As a national, grassroots, social justice organization that organizes locally in the struggle for national single payer health care in the U.S., united by the common principles that health care is a human right, must be free from corporate profit, and must be achieved through national legislation, the Steering Committee of National Single Payerfeels it is
(2023-11-29). Australia Too Is Aiding Gaza Massacre. popularresistance.org Australian-equipped Israeli Air Force F-35 Joint Strike Fighters are being used to commit what amounts to war crimes in Gaza by bombing civilians and providing aerial support for a murderous ground invasion. | The Lockheed-Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter global supply program is a co-operative partnership, with Australia an enthusiastic member and part of the global supply chain. The Australian government cannot escape the uses to which these aircraft are being put. | A week ago came news that Israel is stockpiling spare parts from the global supply chain, that Australia contributes to, for its F-35 'Adir' fight…
(2023-11-29). Israel and Hamas Extend Ceasefire for 2 More Days. orinocotribune.com The Palestinian resistance movement in the Gaza Strip announced Monday that the four-day truce and hostage-for-prisoner exchange agreement with Israel, which began on Friday, will be extended by two more days. | "The Islamic Resistance Movement Hamas announces that it has been agreed with the brothers in Qatar and Egypt to extend the temporary humanitarian truce for two more days under the same conditions as the previous truce," the group reported in a statement released through Telegram. | At the same time, Qatar, a country that acts as a mediator, indicated that Israel and Hamas will extend the humanitarian tru…
(2023-11-29). Brazil hosts Global Forum against Racism and Discrimination. plenglish.com Brasilia, Nov 29 (Prensa Latina) The third edition of the Global Forum against Racism and Discrimination will take place in the state of Sao Paulo from November 29th to December 1st, under the motto "A race to the top: placing equity and racial justice at the forefront of development agendas."
(2023-11-29). Jamaica again is a member of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. plenglish.com Kingston, Nov 29 (Prensa Latina) Jamaica was elected a member of the World Heritage Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), as reported by the local media outlet The Gleaner.
(2023-11-29). Gaza Truce Extended As Israel Threatens Even Bigger Attack. popularresistance.org Israel and Hamas agreed to extend a pause in hostilities in Gaza for two more days, Qatar's foreign ministry announced on Monday. The initial four-day pause was set to end on Monday night. | Hamas politburo member Khalil al-Hayya said that the group hoped the truce could be extended for a longer period and that Israelis held in Gaza would continue to be exchanged for Palestinians held by Israel. | Al-Hayya added that Hamas wanted more aid to reach northern Gaza after "negligence and delay" over the past few days. | Since the pause began, Hamas has released 69 people captured during its surprise 7 October attack,…
(2023-11-29). "Is That Orwellian Or Kafkaesque Enough For You?" dissidentvoice.org 
The Guardian has long promoted itself as a valiant publisher of news and analysis that holds the powerful to account. It is a thing of wonder that the Guardian appends the following comment beneath news pieces: Our quality, investigative journalism is a scrutinising force at a time when the rich and powerful are getting away …
(2023-11-29). Without Predators Ecosystems Become Zoos. counterpunch.org 
The omnivorous grizzly bear is the quintessential indicator of ecosystem health. It is known as an "umbrella" species due to its wide range and specific habitat requirements including security. Scientists have found that as many as 300 other species are protected under the grizzly umbrella. Grizzly bears are an indicator in landscape changes brought about by climate change that may affect food sources and numerous other species.
(2023-11-29). The Right's Persecution Of Palestine Supporters Looks Like A New Red Scare. popularresistance.org I attended the Janazah and burial of Wadea Al-Fayoume on October 16. In the first weeks of Israel's assault on Gaza, the six-year old Palestinian American boy, from a suburb of Chicago, was stabbed 26 times by his family's landlord in a hate crime. | The United States is currently awash in rhetoric justifying Muslim and Arab deaths. Joseph Czuba, 71, the landlord charged with killing Wadea and gravely injuring his mother, was on the receiving end of that rhetoric. | Czuba was reportedly an avid listener of conservative talk radio. According to Czuba's wife, he'd grown irate over supposed plans for a ‚Ä…
(2023-11-29). Across the globe, mobilizations called for the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. peoplesdispatch.org With over 15,000 dead and 6,500 missing from Israeli attacks on Gaza, the world is mobilizing on the day of International Solidarity with the Palestinian People…
(2023-11-29). Israeli Occupation Forces Violated Terms of the Gaza Truce Again. orinocotribune.com Al Mayadeen correspondent in Gaza confirmed that Israeli occupation forces violated the ceasefire by firing bullets in northern Gaza, after a series of breaches. | The Al Mayadeen correspondent in Gaza confirmed that Israeli occupation forces violated the ceasefire by firing gunshots in northern Gaza, particularly in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood. | He revealed that the occupation forces fired artillery and smoke shells west of the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood during their withdrawal, aiming to cover their retreat from the central part of the neighborhood towards Rashid Street. | Al Mayadeen's correspondent in the…
(2023-11-29). Covid Mindwars: Was it Really Smarter People Who Accepted the COVID-19 "Vaccines"? expose-news.com By Simon Lee, Science Officer, Anew UK "Mindwar is about gaming and sculpting perception of reality. Another way of saying it is that Mindwar is about building the Matrix, or perhaps directing …
(2023-11-29). We Can Do This But Not Under Capitalism. counterpunch.org 
Liberals want us to believe something that is simply false: that there are meaningful solutions to the leading existential problem of our time under the reigning capitalist-imperialist order. Recall how they responded to Joe Biden's 2022 corporate climate bill — the so-called Inflation Reduction Act. The legislation was hailed by Democrats and the establishment "green"
(2023-11-29). Food politics and Veganism: a Menu for Social Change. counterpunch.org 
"Tell me what you eat and I will tell you what you are" — Brillat-Savarin, 1825 Getting back into fasting after a break is difficult. In the past, I would fast for two days in every week, but occasionally challenged myself to extend that by a day or two, maybe three, until one day —
(2023-11-29). Anti-Arab And Islamophobic Hate Crimes On The Rise In The US. popularresistance.org This Saturday, three young Palestinian men, Hisham Awartani, Tahseen Ali, and Kenan Abdulhamid were shot in Vermont. The three men, all college students, were shot at four times by 48-year-old Jason J. Eaton. They were speaking Arabic and two of them were wearing Palestinian keffiyehs. All three of the shooting victims are 20 years old. | This comes shortly after three separate videos went viral of former State Department official Stuart Seldowitz harassing an Egyptian halal cart worker with vile Islamophobic and racist remarks. "Did you rape your daughter like Mohammed d…
(2023-11-29). Community organizations in the UK step up solidarity with Palestine by blockading arms supply companies. peoplesdispatch.org Activists from the British tenants' union and housing rights platform ACORN organized blockades in front of the offices of three arms companies that are involved in supplying arms to Israel…
(2023-11-29). Letter from London: Democratic Resilience in the Age of AI. counterpunch.org American-British novelist Raymond Chandler would probably have liked the rainy night, though I was actually thinking about his line about a coffee shop having a strong enough smell to build a garage on. I was on Tottenham Court Road. I was even wearing a raincoat (no trilby). But, I was now thinking, was the
(2023-11-29). People march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in London. presstv.ir People take to the streets of London to march in support of Palestinians.
(2023-11-29). Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate in Frankfurt. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters hold a demonstration in Frankfurt, calling for an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
(2023-11-29). Sri Lankans rally outside US embassy, denounce its support for Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of Sri Lankan protesters gather in front of the US embassy in Colombo to denounce Washington's support for Tel Aviv.
(2023-11-29). Thousands protest in Lyon in solidarity with Palestinian. presstv.ir Thousands of demonstrators joined a pro-Palestine rally in Lyon to demand ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-29). New York City protesters disrupt Black Friday shopping to support Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Dozens of protesters gather near Macy's megastore in Manhattan, disrupting Black Friday shopping to show support for Palestinians.
(2023-11-29). North Korea beefs up weapons, troops on border after military pact suspended. presstv.ir North Korea has deployed soldiers and heavy weapons at guard posts near the border with South Korea.
(2023-11-29). Crowds pack China's Beijing hospital after respiratory illness surge. presstv.ir Eyewitness footage showed an overcrowded waiting area at the Beijing Children's Hospital.
(2023-11-29). Thousands rally in Nuremberg, demanding permanent Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Thousands of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched in Nuremberg to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-29). British politician tells Press TV: Israeli crimes in Gaza part of 'ethnic cleansing policy'. presstv.ir Ranjeet Brar, a member of the Communist Party of Great Britain, who was arrested for an anti-Israel stance, says the regime's actions in the besieged enclave are a part of its 'ethnic cleansing policy'
(2023-11-29). Actress Cynthia Nixon launches hunger strike calling for permanent ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Cynthia Nixon, joined by state legislators and activists, launches a hunger strike calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-29). Iran calls on ICC to prosecute Israeli officials for war crimes in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran's FM has called on the ICC to establish a court to prosecute Israeli authorities for war crimes in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-29). Iran finalizes deal to receive Russian military aircraft: Report. presstv.ir Iran's Armed Forces have finalized arrangements for delivery of a number of advanced Russian-made aircraft.
(2023-11-29). Pakistan's Lahore, Karachi blanketed rank as two most polluted cities in world. presstv.ir Toxic smog engulfed Pakistan's Lahore on Tuesday (November 28).
(2023-11-29). Israel extends detention of Gaza's Shifa hospital chief for 45 days. presstv.ir Mohammad Abu Salmiya had been arrested last week along with five other medical staff by Israeli forces in Gaza…
(2023-11-29). Activists begin hunger strike outside White House demanding Gaza truce. presstv.ir Activists begin a hunger strike outside the White House calling for a permanent truce in Gaza.
(2023-11-29). Hamas frees 12 captives, Israel releases 30 Palestinians in 5th phase of swap deal. presstv.ir Hamas frees 12 captives in exchange for 30 Palestinians released by the Israeli regime, as part of the fifth phase of a swap deal between the two sides.
(2023-11-29). Israeli forces conduct extensive raid against Jenin: Reports. presstv.ir The Israeli regime's forces reportedly embark on an extensive raid against the city of Jenin and its refugee camp in the north of the occupied West Bank.
(2023-11-29). 'Gaza health situation catastrophic despite truce; hospitals buckle under shortage'. presstv.ir Gaza Health Ministry spokesman warns about the "catastrophic" situation of hospitals in Gaza despite a truce.
(2023-11-29). Iran urges UN to revive resolution equating Zionism with racism, racial discrimination. presstv.ir Iran calls on the UN to revive its 1975 resolution that described Zionism as a form of racism and racial discrimination.
(2023-11-29). US, Israel 'main losers' of Gaza war, 'incapable' of eliminating Hamas: Iran. presstv.ir Iran's foreign minister says the US and Israel have failed to eradicate the Palestinian Hamas resistance group and lost their war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-29). Pentagon says has no money for Middle East buildup, forced to reassess US operations. presstv.ir Pentagon reveals that the US military is short of funding for its involvement in the Israeli war on Gaza.
(2023-11-29). Leader: Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm, mainly anti-Israeli, upended US political agenda in region. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the historic Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm disrupted the table of American policies in the region and will hopefully erase the "agenda."
(2023-11-29). 'Stop slaughtering children in Gaza'. presstv.ir Thousands of makeshift tombstones were displayed in the center of Rome to commemorate the children of Gaza who were slaughtered by Israel in recent weeks.
(2023-11-29). Iran holds IAEA accountable for Israel's atomic threats: Nuclear chief. presstv.ir Iran's nuclear chief says the International Atomic Energy Agency bears responsibility for any nuclear accident caused by Israel amid the regime's repeated threats to use atomic bombs.
(2023-11-29). Iran: Afghanistan-like escape awaits US troops in Syria, Iraq. presstv.ir Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi says "escape" is the ultimate fate of US occupation forces in Syria and Iraq, as it was the case in Afghanistan.
(2023-11-29). "Wiping Gaza Off the Map": Implementing Israel's "Secret Intelligence Memorandum". More than 20,000 Civilians Killed. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-29). How Gaza War Galvanizes Global Indigenous Solidarity Movement. popularresistance.org For decades, the struggle for national liberation in Palestine was rightly understood to be part and parcel of a global struggle for liberation, mainly in the Global South. | And since national liberation movements were, per definition, the struggle for Indigenous people to assert their collective rights for freedom, equality, and justice, the Palestinian struggle was positioned as part of this global Indigenous movement. | Alas, the collapse of the Soviet Union; the growing dominance of the United States and its allies; and the return of Western colonialism in the form of neocolonialism to Africa, the Middle Eas…
(2023-11-29). One Small, Red Triangle: Palestine, We Are Finally Looking. counterpunch.org 
Did you know that there was an international conference held in France on November 9 under the title 'International Humanitarian Conference for Gaza's Civilian Population'? According to the French foreign ministry website, the conference "involved states, main donors, international organizations and NGOs active in Gaza" with the declared objective of promoting "compliance with international humanitarian
(2023-11-29). If there had been no unusual covid measures taken, no unusual illness would have been noticed; was the "pandemic" needed to roll out "vaccines"? expose-news.com In October 2022 Pandemics Analytics & Data ("PANDA") published a document summarising the group of professionals' thoughts on the products called "covid vaccines." Their comprehensive multidisciplinary review found that mass covid vaccination …
(2023-11-29). To Bury or Not to Bury: Muslim Migrants and the Politics of Funerary Rights in Contemporary Japan. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2023-11-29). 'We Will Not Leave': The Canary Talks To The Gaza Sunbirds Paracycling Team. popularresistance.org As Israel pauses its bombing of Gaza during a temporary cessation of violence, both it and Hamas have been releasing hostages. However, it is likely that Israel's attempted genocide in Gaza and the Occupied Territories will continue after the so-called temporary ceasefire ends. | Israel has already killed nearly 15,000 people in Gaza, including over 6,100 children — and injured more than 36,000 more. Moreover, it has obliterated much of the territory, destroying vital infrastructure and homes. It is unlikely that Israel will end there — hence people's objections to a ceasefire in the first place. More…
(2023-11-29). Israel añade a 50 palestinas secuestradas en lista de excarcelaciones. telesurtv.net Gobierno israelí confirmó recibir la lista con los nombres de los rehenes que serán devueltos este martes por la resistencia palestina en el marco del acuerdo para prorrogar la tregua.
(2023-11-29). Más de 100 damnificados tras lluvias en Huancayo, Perú. telesurtv.net Varias viviendas se quedaron sin energía eléctrica por varias horas debido a que las lluvias afectaron también las líneas de transmisión.
(2023-11-29). Rusia critica decisión de Finlandia de cerrar frontera. telesurtv.net La víspera el país euroasiático advirtió que esto supondría nuevas "líneas divisorias en Europa" y un coste de 3.000 millones de euros para los finlandeses.
(2023-11-29). CIA y Mossad deciden sobre utilidad de ampliar tregua en Gaza. telesurtv.net El acuerdo de intercambio fue negociado por Qatar, que sirvió como intermediario entre Hamás e Israel en negociaciones con la estrecha participación de Estados Unidos.
(2023-11-29). Gobierno filipino y rebeldes acuerdan reanudar diálogos de paz. telesurtv.net La lucha armada en curso, iniciada en 1969 y en su apogeo en la década de 1980, cuando el grupo rebelde contaba con unos 26.000 combatientes.
(2023-11-29). Rusia insiste en la solución de dos Estados en Palestina. telesurtv.net Estas declaraciones se dieron en el contexto de otra reunión de Bogdanov, con los vicecancilleres de Siria, Bassam Sabbagh y Ayman Susan.
(2023-11-29). Gobierno boliviano inaugura tercer Centro de Medicina Nuclear. telesurtv.net Según detalló el presidente Arce, la inversión fue de 52 millones de dólares.
(2023-11-29). Presidente cubano arriba a Emiratos àÅrabes en visita oficial. telesurtv.net Según el jefe de Estado cubano, el encuentro con funcionarios emiratíes tiene como propósito continuar fortaleciendo los lazos entre ambas naciones.
(2023-11-29). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-29). Venezuela afirma que defensa del Esequibo es asunto de unidad nacional. telesurtv.net La vicepresidenta Ejecutiva de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, afimó que Guyana debe regresar a la mesa de negociación, está contemplada en la carta de Ginebra.
(2023-11-29). Presidente de Panamá garantiza cierre ordenado y seguro de mina. telesurtv.net Tan pronto se reciba la comunicación del fallo que declara inconstitucional la Ley 406 por parte de la CSJ, se procederá a su publicación en Gaceta Oficial, dijo Cortizo.
(2023-11-29). Revocan sobreseimiento a Cristina Fernández en Argentina. telesurtv.net El sobreseimiento dictaminado por el juez federal Sebastián Casanello fue apelado por la asociación civil, "Bases Republicanas", la cual fue aceptada como como querellante por la Cámara.
(2023-11-29). Irán adquiere aeronaves militares modernas de Rusia. telesurtv.net El acuerdo para la venta de aeronaves fue firmado en marzo de este año luego de que la ONU levantara el embargo sobre la compra de armas convencionales en octubre de 2020.
(2023-11-29). Al menos 120 muertos por fenómeno de El Niño en Kenia. telesurtv.net Las inundaciones han provocado muertes, desplazamientos, brotes de enfermedades y destrucción de infraestructuras y propiedades.
(2023-11-29). Senado brasileño aprueba adhesión de Bolivia a Mercosur. telesurtv.net El senador Chico Rodrigues manifestó que la aprobación de la propuesta es importante para la expansión del comercio en América del Sur.
(2023-11-29). Alrededor de 3.960 personas han muerto por violencia en Haití. telesurtv.net La violencia sexual contra mujeres, niñas y niños es ejercida por las pandillas en Haití.
(2023-11-29). Presidente de Brasil arriba a Arabia Saudita. telesurtv.net Lula da Silva había informado que se encontraba "de camino a Riad, capital de Arabia Saudita, para una serie de agendas de interés nacional".
(2023-11-29). Celebran inconstitucionalidad de contrato minero en Panamá. telesurtv.net Se prevé que las celebraciones se prolonguen a lo largo de esta jornada y se han replicado en diferentes localidades del país.
(2023-11-29). Continúa cierre de campaña Venezuela Toda. telesurtv.net Es una batalla por la vida lo que tenemos en frente, es una batalla para que nuestros hijos se sientan orgullosos de lo que estamos haciendo en estos días.
(2023-11-29). Gobierno de Nicaragua muestra condiciones de Rolando àÅlvarez. telesurtv.net Mediante un comunicado, el Gobierno dio a conocer que garantiza las condiciones en el Sistema Penitenciario Nacional donde cumple la sanción de Traición a la Patria.
(2023-11-29). Siria denuncia agresiones de Israel ante la ONU. telesurtv.net Siria lamentó la demora de 50 días para llegar a un cese temporal y parcial de la agresión de las fuerzas de ocupación de Israel contra la Franja de Gaza.
(2023-11-29). Venezuela registra incremento económico durante los últimos nueve trimestres. telesurtv.net El mandatario destacó que los índices productivos se han evidenciado en los distintos rubros del país, y aseguró que el crecimiento es una tendencia que se mantiene.
(2023-11-29). Hamas acusa a Israel de violar tregua temporal en Gaza. telesurtv.net El vocero del brazo armado de Hamás, Abu Obeida, afirmó que Israel cometió "una clara violación" del acuerdo de tregua.
(2023-11-29). Rescatan exitosamente a 41 obreros atrapados en túnel de India. telesurtv.net El ministro de Transporte por Carretera y Autopistas afirmó que es "una de las operaciones de rescate más importantes"
(2023-11-29). Venezuela y Belarús instalan Comisión Conjunta de Alto Nivel. telesurtv.net La comisión basada en una hoja de ruta de 10 años fue instalada durante el encuentro "Geopolítica de Paz e Integración".
(2023-11-29). White Vigilante Appeals Murder Conviction, Seeks Release From Jail. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-11-29). A New Mood in the World Will Put an End to the Global Monroe Doctrine. dissidentvoice.org 
Tagreed Darghouth (Lebanon), from the series The Tree Within, a Palestinian Olive Tree, 2018. Every day since 7 October has felt like an International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, with hundreds of thousands gathering in Istanbul, a million in Jakarta, and then yet another million across Africa and Latin America to demand an end to the brutal attack being carried out by …
(2023-11-29). Are There Any Paranoids in the Stadium Tonight? Two Nights in Santiago With Roger Waters. counterpunch.org 
(2023-11-29). How Skewed Access to Land Has Fostered War in Gaza. counterpunch.org 
In 1945, 84.7% of cultivatable land in Palestine was "Arab-owned." The "newly established Israeli [military] forces in 1948 launched a major offensive" after Israel declared its independent statehood and after the surrounding Arab nations attacked. This was the setting for the "Nakba" (catastrophe); hundreds of thousands of Palestinians were forcibly displaced from homes and land.
(2023-11-29). Allison Transmission workers erupt in anger over details of UAW sellout contract: "The whole thing is loophole after loophole" wsws.org The contract brought back by the UAW bureaucracy is a brazen attack on workers' living standards, with sub-inflation raises which will leave workers poorer by the end of the four-year agreement.
(2023-11-29). A Tribute to Helen Halyard (November 24, 1950-November 28, 2023). wsws.org The unexpected and sudden death of Helen Halyard at the age of 73 deprives the working class in the United States and throughout the world of a courageous and selfless fighter for socialism.
(2023-11-29). Heightened US-China tensions impact Taiwan's presidential election campaign. wsws.org Next year's election has taken on global significance as the Biden administration, following on from Trump, has deliberately transformed Taiwan into a dangerous flashpoint for war with China.
(2023-11-29). "Society has plenty of resources, but the question is where are they going?"—Quebec teachers speak out as they launch indefinite strike. wsws.org The strike by 66,500 teachers has shut down approximately 40 percent of Quebec's public schools and set a militant example for the more than a half-million other provincial public sector workers across the province without contracts since March.
(2023-11-29). Why have right-wing forces attacked Adania Shibli's novel Minor Detail? wsws.org After the outbreak of the new Israeli war against Palestinians a number of critics discovered antisemitism in the book and denounced Shibli as a Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions activist.
(2023-11-29). COVID cases in the US have risen 50 percent in four weeks. wsws.org Undoutbedly, concentrations of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater will surge even more in the weeks ahead, as the impacts of record holiday travel on viral transmission are fully logged.
(2023-11-29). "Slow death": Israel weaponizes disease in the Gaza genocide. wsws.org Israel and its imperialist backers have used the destruction of hospitals, starvation and dehydration as weapons for the mass murder of the population of Gaza.
(2023-11-29). Drastically rising rents fuel growing homelessness in Germany. wsws.org Rising rents across the country mean the number of homeless people in Germany is also increasing dramatically.
(2023-11-29). Palestinian student Hisham Awartani issues powerful statement following Vermont shooting. wsws.org Prior to the reading of Awartani's statement at his vigil, Brown University President Christina Paxson was booed off the podium by students for refusing to endorse a ceasefire in Palestine and the divestment of Brown from war profiteers.
(2023-11-29). MGM Grand Detroit casino workers continue strike, as unions prepare new sellout. wsws.org Workers at the highly profitable Detroit casino earn as low as $11-$12 an hour and are still laboring under terms of a contract negotiated in 2015.
(2023-11-29). Graduate student union announces sellout deal before strike deadline at University of Southern California. wsws.org The TA is a sellout that would increase pay from only $35,700 a year to $40,000 a year, still below a living wage in the city of Los Angeles.
(2023-11-29). South Korean president visits Europe to promote US-led war drive against China. wsws.org Yoon's trip points to the integration of European imperialist powers into the web of military alliances and partnerships in the Indo-Pacific to prepare for conflict with Beijing.
(2023-11-29). Australia: Western Sydney health workers protest Israel's genocide in Gaza. wsws.org For the second time in a week, workers demonstrated at Westmead Hospital in opposition to the assault on Palestine and Israel's targeting of health workers.
(2023-11-29). Many actors, stunt workers, and now production assistants oppose tentative SAG-AFTRA agreement. wsws.org Opposition continues to mount among rank and file actors and entertainment workers after details of the tentative agreement between SAG-AFTRA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) were released last Friday.
(2023-11-29). Government and unions seek to contain and suppress swelling Quebec public sector strike wave. wsws.org A class confrontation is rapidly coming to a head in Canada's second-most-populous province, with major implications for workers across North America and around the globe.
(2023-11-29). Israeli Tank Gunner Reveals Orders To Fire Indiscriminately Into Kibbutz. popularresistance.org Firsthand testimony by admittedly inexperienced Israeli tank operators reveals orders to open fire upon Israeli communities when Palestinian militants breached the fences encircling Gaza on October 7. | A glowing profile of an all-female tank company by Israel's N12 News network contains admissions by the 20-year-old captain — identified only as 'Karni' — that she was ordered by a "panicked" soldier to open fire on homes in the Holit kibbutz whether they contained civilians or not. | Ten Israelis were killed in Holit on October 7; no children were among the dead. | "The soldier points and tells me, "s…
(2023-11-28). The King Of Wall Street B.S. levernews.com
(2023-11-28). Shortage of Weapons: Germany's Armed Forces, the Bundeswehr: "Would Only Last Two Days in a Battle" Due to Excessive Weapons Deliveries to Kiev. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Zelensky Paranoid About the Military and Warns Commanders to Stay Out of Politics. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). UNESCO's Insidious Plan to "Regulate Social Media" and "Control Speech Online" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). COP28 president caught in oil lobbying scandal: Secretly pushes fossil fuel agenda amidst climate leadership. nationofchange.org This conflict of interest, uncovered through an investigation by the Center for Climate Reporting (CCR), raises serious questions about the integrity of the UN climate summit leadership.
(2023-11-28). Al Mayadeen stresses commitment to martyrs and Palestine. plenglish.com Beirut, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Al Mayadeen does not abandon its martyrs and the people of Palestine, the president of the Board of Directors of the pan-Arab network, Ghassan Ben Jeddou, stressed.
(2023-11-28). Cuban Parliament calls for second ordinary session. plenglish.com The sessions will begin on December 20 of this year, starting at 9: 00 a.m. (local time), at the Convention Palace in the capital. | According to previous information, the provincial governments of Cienfuegos and Las Tunas, as well as the Ministry of Industry, in its capacity as an Agency of the Central State Administration, will render an account at the meeting of the Legislative Body. | In both territories, compliance with the objectives and goals of the Economy Plan and the State Budget Law will be evaluated, with emphasis on the performance of basic services to the population, such as health, education, trans…
(2023-11-28). Jeremy Scahill: Biden Must Be Accountable for Cosigning Al-Shifa Hospital Lie. truthout.org The Intercept's Jeremy Scahill deconstructs Israel's narrative around Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, including unsubstantiated allegations Hamas uses tunnels under the hospital as its command center — tunnels that Israel itself built. "We were told that this was like a Hamas Pentagon," says Scahill, who describes how the Israeli military's own evidence disproves its allegations that the hospital was… |
(2023-11-28). Justice and rule-of-law strengthen world peace — Pope Francis. plenglish.com Vatican City, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) In a message to the International Development Law Organization (IDLO), celebrating its 40th anniversary, Pope Francis recalls the importance of laws that protect the human person and authorities that enforce them.
(2023-11-28). Electricity Sabotage Alert in Venezuela Amid Essequibo Referendum. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez stated that state security agencies remain active to address any sabotage to the electrical system or the consultative referendum on Essequibo, to be held this Sunday, December 3. | This Monday, November 27, Rodríguez held a press conference after a meeting of the Council of Vice Presidents, where they reviewed all the aspects to be considered for the electoral event that will be held this weekend. | In her speech, Delcy Rodríguez sent a message to those who "are planning" to sabotage the National Electric Service (SEN) after reporting that national authorities are monito…
(2023-11-28). European Union Eases Some Illegal Sanctions Against Venezuela. orinocotribune.com The European Union (EU) agreed to relax some of the sanctions imposed on Venezuela, with the objective of "facilitating organizations to deliver humanitarian aid," in accordance with the recommendations of the United Nations. | The group currently consisting of 27 countries agreed to introduce exceptions to the asset freeze that the EU maintains against Venezuela, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Burundi, Guinea, Lebanon, Burma, Nicaragua, Tunisia, and Zimbabwe. | Referring to United Nations (UN) resolution 2664, passed in 2022, the EU can carry out financial transactions if the objective is to ensure humanitarian assista…
(2023-11-28). Is It Time (Once Again) for Nonviolent Rebellion? tomdispatch.com When I was in my early twenties, I seriously considered murdering someone. He had given my best friend genital herpes, which many health practitioners then believed was the agent responsible for causing cervical cancer in women. (It wasn't.) Back in the 1970s, though, I believed that, by infecting my friend, he might have set in motion a process that would someday kill her. That he was an arrogant jerk made it that much easier for me to contemplate murdering him. But there was a larger context to my private dream of revenge. My anger was also fed by a growing awareness that so many of us were just then acquiring…
(2023-11-28). Thursday 11/30: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Bayanihan Youth Group: Let's Talk About Palestine Workshop. indybay.org 310 8th St. | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Writers Against the War on Gaza: Bay Area Teach-In. indybay.org Arab Cultural and Community Center | 2 Plaza St. | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-11-28). Thursday 11/30: Community Forum for Oakland Families. indybay.org La Escuelita (the Great Room) | 1050 2nd Ave | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-28). Tuesday 11/28: Berkeley City Council Meeting for Ceasefire Resolution. indybay.org 1231 Addison St. | Berkeley, CA…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Marin Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Outside of Representative Huffman's office | 1002 4th Street and City Plaza | San Rafael, CA…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Free screening of "People of the Land" indybay.org The New Parkway Theater | 474 24th St, Oakland, CA 94612 | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Understanding Christian Zionism Teach-In. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Thursday 11/30: November Codepink Community Call. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Tuesday 11/28: Urgent Action: Immigrant Youth for Palestine Power Hour! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Was Don King A Hero More Than A Villain? A Look Back At Boxing Industry Legend. moguldom.com Don King is known on the surface for his boisterous behavior, fur coats, wild hair, and, then, later in life his MAGA stance. Beneath the bravado was a man considered one of the top boxing promoters ever. Boxing, however, can be a cut-throat sport. Some say King's legacy will show him as a hero for …
(2023-11-28). This open license must be revoked. mondoweiss.net 
The open license to weaponize antisemitism against any and all critics of Israel must be revoked.
(2023-11-28). Rot in the Civil Service. counterpunch.org 
There was no better example of Australia's politicised public service than its Home Affairs Secretary, Mike Pezzullo. In most other countries, he would have been the ideal conspirator in a coup, a tittletattler in the ranks and bound to brief against those he did not like. Give him a dagger, and he was bound to use it.
(2023-11-28). U.S. War Crimes Result in Hate Crimes. indybay.org While the United States continues to provide weapons for war crimes and genocide in Palestine, hate crimes toward Palestinians increased in the United States. Three Palestinians were shot last night in Vermont. This comes after a former US State Department was arrested for a racist rant and charged with a hate crime, after verbally assaulting a food vendor in New York City.
(2023-11-28). The Social Shame of Violence Against Women. counterpunch.org 
Women and men are now organizing across cultures and socioeconomic classes to challenge and change gender-based abuse and injustice. In Argentina, for example, there were 22 femicides in 2019, a number higher than the year before. Worldwide, the most common kind of gender violence is domestic violence, which occurs in the home or within the
(2023-11-28). The Dirty Tactics Of Zionist Censorship Against Pro-Palestine Voices. popularresistance.org Joining me to discuss this censorship is Dylan Saba, a staff attorney with Palestine Legal. He was commissioned by an editor at The Guardian newspaper to write about the campaign to silence voices critical of Israel's assault but was then informed shortly before the piece was to be published that the newspaper would not run it. So let's begin with this level of censorship which is probably unprecedented since maybe immediately after the events of 9/11. I was one of them attempting to denounce the calls to invade Iraq. But let's lay out its intensity, its reach, and then let's go into perhaps the causes of it.
(2023-11-28). 38 Congressional Lawmakers Won't Seek Reelection in 2024. truthout.org Dozens of lawmakers within Congress are opting not to run for reelection in 2024, signaling a growing discontent with the extremely partisan and dysfunctional way the legislative branch of the federal government has operated in recent months. Thirty-eight members of Congress — seven Senators and 31 members of the House of Representatives — have said they will not seek reelection next year. |
(2023-11-28). Trump's Latest Legal Defense: He Didn't Take Oath to "Support" the Constitution. truthout.org Lawyers for former President Donald Trump filed a brief with the Colorado state Supreme Court this week arguing that a constitutional provision that would disallow him from being able to run for the presidency again in 2024 should be ignored because, as they put it, he never made an oath, as president, to "support" the Constitution. The argument is one of semantics, as the president of the United… |
(2023-11-28). The Climate Justice Shot Heard 'Round The World. popularresistance.org In 1775, the first battles of the American Revolution began in Massachusetts at Lexington and Concord with what is now known as the "shot heard 'round the world." | Three miles away, at an airport known as Hanscom Field, climate activists are launching what might be the newest shot to ring across a warming planet: No new private jet infrastructure. | Located 14 miles outside Boston, Hanscom is New England's largest private jet port. Private jets are the epitome of private excess at public and planetary expense. They pollute between 10 and 20 times more per passenger than commercial flights.
(2023-11-28). What Exactly Are US Special Forces Doing in Israel? globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). United Kingdom's Rwanda Deportation Ruling Offers Assange Hope. popularresistance.org The judgment of the Supreme Court on the illegality of deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda was given massive publicity in connection with the sacking of Home Secretary Suella Braverman, but in fact it is a decision of much wider significance. | It also has great relevance to the coming High Court hearing on Julian Assange, both in terms of the arguments, some of which are common to both cases, and the stance of the judges, some of whom are also common to both cases. | Let me start with the point on which the Supreme Court decision turned — whether or not the court should independently determine whether…
(2023-11-28). World's largest iceberg breaks free in Antarctica. nationofchange.org "It was grounded since 1986 but eventually it was going to decrease (in size) sufficiently to lose grip and start moving. I spotted first movement back in 2020."
(2023-11-28). Sunday 12/3: Nancy Pelosi Intervention: "Ceasefire! No $ for Netanyahu's Genocide" indybay.org Nancy Pelosi's house, 2640 Broadway nr. Divisadero, San Francisco…
(2023-11-28). Report: Oil and gas production set to escalate under landmark US climate law. nationofchange.org Increased supply is largely going into exports as massive buildout of LNG export terminals undermines the Biden administration's much-touted climate legacy.
(2023-11-28). From a Released Hamas Captive: "I will forever be a prisoner of gratitude because she did not leave here with a lifelong psychological trauma." globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Gaza Truce Brings Lull in Attacks on US Troops in Iraq and Syria. news.antiwar.com Since October 17, US troops based in Iraq and Syria have come under steady rocket and drone fire. At least 73 attacks have been carried out on US bases in the two countries, but they have stopped since the truce between Israel and Hamas to facilitate the hostage deal came into effect on Friday. According …
(2023-11-28). Israel and Hamas Exchange Prisoners for the Fifth Day. news.antiwar.com Israel and Hamas exchanged prisoners for the fifth straight day on Tuesday as the extension of the initial four-day truce appears to be successful despite the two sides blaming the other for briefly violating the ceasefire earlier in the day. Hamas released 12 more hostages, including 10 Israelis and two foreign nationals. Qatar's Foreign Ministry …
(2023-11-28). NATO Chief Urges Members to 'Stay the Course' on Ukraine. news.antiwar.com NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Tuesday urged alliance members to continue funding the proxy war in Ukraine amid growing signs that Western support for the conflict is waning. "We just have to stay the course. This is about also about our security interests," Stoltenberg told reporters ahead of a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in …
(2023-11-28). Russia's Lavrov to Attend OSCE Meeting in NATO Member North Macedonia. news.antiwar.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov plans to attend a meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) from November 30 to December 1. To facilitate Lavrov's trip, Bulgaria and North Macedonia have agreed to temporarily suspend a ban on Russian planes flying in their airspace. The invitation has prompted Ukraine and the …
(2023-11-28). Sen. McConnell Says Calls to Condition Israel Aid are 'Ridiculous'. news.antiwar.com Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) on Tuesday dismissed growing calls to condition military aid to Israel, calling them "ridiculous," as Israel has been killing civilians at a historic pace in Gaza. "Our relationship with Israel is the closest national security relationship of any country in the world. And to condition, in effect, our assistance …
(2023-11-28). Why First Nations People Regard America's Thanksgiving Day as a National Day of Mourning. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). The Lord of "Vaccines" and the "Health Terrorist Ideology". Where Do You Think this Is Going? Get Off that Crazy Train. globalresearch.ca "A tyrant needs above all a tyrant-state, so he will use a million little civil servant tyrants who each have a trivial task to perform, and each will perform that task competently, and without remorse"
(2023-11-28). Germany's 'Military Schengen' Proposal: To Ease the Movement of NATO Troops across the European Union" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Critical role played by supply chains in focus ahead of expo. ecns.cn China's efforts to advance its industrial system will effectively bolster the global industry and supply chains, empowering both international and domestic businesses to capitalize on a multitude of market opportunities and boost their willingness to invest.
(2023-11-27). Yangtze belt development to get boost. ecns.cn A key meeting of the Communist Party of China highlighted on Monday the need to advance the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, calling for unwavering efforts to protect its ecology and environment and propel innovations in science and technology.
(2023-11-27). Industrial firms make steady recovery. ecns.cn China's industrial enterprises saw profits rise for a third straight month in October, an official survey showed on Monday, adding to a run of indicators pointing to a stabilizing economy.
(2023-11-27). Wenchang emerging as nation's first commercial space launch hub. ecns.cn Wenchang, a city in South China's Hainan province, is all set to ramp up its position as the hub of commercial spacecraft launches.
(2023-11-27). China's growth target of 5% will be reached, says central bank. ecns.cn China's central bank said on Monday that it expects the annual GDP growth target of around 5 percent will be reached, as the economy continues to return to the normal track.
(2023-11-27). Calls grow to extend truce in Palestine-Israel conflict. ecns.cn China's top diplomat Wang Yi will travel to New York to chair a UN Security Council high-level meeting on the Palestinian-Israeli issue on November 29, which is believed to be the latest effort by international community.
(2023-11-27). COP28 to send positive signal to international community. ecns.cn During the upcoming COP28 climate conference, China and the U.S. will hold a "methane and non-carbon dioxide greenhouse gas summit" with the UAE chair, to which other countries are invited to participate.
(2023-11-27). Xi chairs leadership meeting on Yangtze River Economic Belt development, CPC leadership over foreign affairs. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Monday held a meeting to review guidelines on policies and measures for further promoting the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt.
(2023-11-27). Malaysia's visa-free policy welcomed. ecns.cn Malaysia's new visa-free policy for Chinese travelers is a positive response to China's announcement that it will grant unilateral, visa-free entry to travelers from six countries including Malaysia, tourism industry insiders said.
(2023-11-28). Nefecon approved for use in China. ecns.cn Everest Medicines announced to media on Monday that China's National Medical Products Administration has approved its innovative medicine Nefecon for the treatment of primary immunoglobulin A nephropathy in adults at risk of disease progression.
(2023-11-28). China Eastern launches first flight between Jinan and Oceania. ecns.cn China Eastern Airlines launched the first flight between Jinan, capital of East China's Shandong province, and Sydney, Australia on Monday.
(2023-11-28). Chinese chip company unveils new self-developed CPU. ecns.cn Chinese chip company Loongson Technology unveiled its latest self-developed central processing unit, or CPU, in Beijing on Tuesday, which can be used in multiple applications across different platforms.
(2023-11-28). Elderly taking advantage of off-peak tours. ecns.cn In the year to mid-October, the number of travelers aged over 55 making bookings on its platform was double that in the same period last year, when strict COVID-19 pandemic precautions were in place.
(2023-11-28). China to chair UN meeting on Palestinian-Israeli issue. ecns.cn China, the rotating president of the United Nations Security Council for November, will hold a high-level meeting of the council on the Palestinian-Israeli issue on Wednesday, China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin announced.
(2023-11-28). Committee calls for action on adolescents' mental health. ecns.cn New techniques and multidisciplinary measures should be applied to intervention in adolescents' mental health, an expert said in response to the grim psychological issues affecting students in China.
(2023-11-28). 4 Chinese teens among 5 people killed in Canada crash. ecns.cn Five people — four teenagers and a 42-year-old woman — were killed in a two-vehicle crash in Huntsville, Canada, on Saturday, according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
(2023-11-28). Private sector sees more benefits from tax relief measures. ecns.cn China has appointed Hu Jinglin as Party secretary of the State Taxation Administration, the tax authority said on its website on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). PBOC vows to maintain the stability of renminbi. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China, the country's central bank, has reinforced its commitment to guarding the stability of the renminbi exchange rate after taking effective measures to cope with a transitory weakening of the Chinese currency in the past months.
(2023-11-28). Biden to skip UN's COP28, a major climate meeting. ecns.cn U.S. President Joe Biden, who has called climate change "the ultimate threat to humanity", won't attend the United Nations' major climate change summit that begins Thursday in Dubai.
(2023-11-28). Newly reported AIDS cases in Beijing down 49 pecent since 2016. ecns.cn The overall HIV/AIDS epidemic in Beijing is at a low prevalence level, with a steady decline in the number of new cases, said the city's center for disease control and prevention on Sunday.
(2023-11-28). BRI links countries together: Malaysian student in China. ecns.cn "The Belt and Road Initiative(BRI) is like a bridge, not only bringing countries closer but also profoundly impacting my life," said Joyce Ling Chieng Ying, a Malaysian student at Beijing Jiaotong University.
(2023-11-28). China's manned space engineering project delegation kicks off six-day visit to HK and Macao SARs. ecns.cn A delegation of China's manned space engineering project is paying a six-day visit to Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions from Tuesday through Sunday, the China Manned Space Engineering Office (CMSEO) announced on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). Chinese Ministry of Public Security releases 10 typical cases of cracking down on cyberspace violence, illegal crimes. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security released 10 typical cases of cracking down on cases of cyberspace violence and illegal crimes.
(2023-11-28). Main artery of Shenzhen-Zhongshan link across Pearl River in Guangdong Province completed>. ecns.cn The main artery of the 24-kilometer-long Shenzhen-Zhongshan link in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) was completed on Tuesday, marking the most significant progress before the project is scheduled to open to traffic in 2024.
(2023-11-28). Crystal ice drifts in Heihe River. ecns.cn Crystal ice floats in the upper stream of Heihe River in Qilian County, Haibei Tibetan autonomous prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2023-11-28). Humboldt penguins visit parks in Nanjing. ecns.cn Two captive-bred penguins from Nanjing Underwater World visit a park to enjoy the colorful winter scenery, drawing visitors in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, Nov. 27, 2023.
(2023-11-28). Hamas releases 4th batch of hostages. ecns.cn Hamas on Monday handed over the fourth batch of 11 Israeli hostages held in Gaza to the Red Cross.
(2023-11-28). Xinhai ro-ro passenger terminal to start trial run in Haikou. ecns.cn Aerial view of the Xinhai ro-ro passenger terminal in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, Nov. 27, 2023. The new ferry terminal is planned to start trial run on Wednesday.
(2023-11-28). Giant pandas enjoy sunshine in Sichuan. ecns.cn Giant panda pigeon cubs Yu Ke and Yu Ai play in the sunshine at Chongqing Zoo, Nov. 27, 2023.
(2023-11-28). Winter scenery of Sayram Lake in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Fishermen fish on Sayram Lake in Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Surrounded by the snow-capped Tianshan Mountains, Sayram Lake, the largest alpine lake, shines under the blue sky.
(2023-11-28). Shenzhen-Zhongshan link in Greater Bay Area completed. ecns.cn Shenzhen-Zhongshan link is a core transportation hub project in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
(2023-11-28). Natural scenery of Ganquan Grand Canyon in Shaanxi. ecns.cn Sunshine has cast into the red cliffs of Ganquan Grand Canyon in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, forming a stunning view.
(2023-11-28). Good swimmer! Wild boar swims across Yangtze River in Nanjing. ecns.cn A staff member of the Nanjing Maritime Bureau spotted a wild boar swimming across the Yangtze River in east China's Jiangsu Province on Monday evening.
(2023-11-28). Insights | Former French Prime Minister calls for global consensus on climate action. ecns.cn The 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) is about to commence in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Former French Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin has said that the current situation of climate change is severe, and the most urgent task is to implement the Paris Agreement and take concrete actions. Raffarin called for taking climate action as an opportunity to build global consensus. "ÄÄ…
(2023-11-28). A look at Assange from inside the CIA, State Department & U.S. Military. mronline.org You may have heard of Julian Assange, but chances are that you haven't heard about him from inside the CIA, State Department and U.S. military.
(2023-11-28). Cuba's economists committed to Che's example. mronline.org On the eve of Economist's Day, it is important to review some aspects of Che's core ideas on the Political Economy of Socialism and especially when for some the solution to current problems is to completely free the market and reduce the role of the State in the economy.
(2023-11-28). ExxonMobil's land grab. mronline.org 
In 2014/15, the most sinister and predatory oil corporation in the world, ExxonMobil-an avowed enemy of Venezuela-discovered oil in land and sea of the disputed territory.
(2023-11-28). Ben Norton and Kevin Gosztola on Javier Milei's Election in Argentina. scheerpost.com 
By Kevin Gosztola / The Dissenter On this week's episode, Ben Norton, the editor of Geopolitical Economy Report, returns to the show to discuss the election result in Argentina. 'Libertarian' fascist Javier Milei beat center-right candidate Sergio Massa, who is Argentina's economic minister. Ben outlines who Milei is, how he became a popular figure, and the …
(2023-11-28). Israeli Tank Gunner Reveals Orders to Fire Indiscriminately Into Kibbutz — Report. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-28). Patrick Lawrence: Media's Fatal Compromises. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-28). Nov 28, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Lou Rawls — You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine Gaza and the Anti-Semitism Hoax, by Ron Unz The Greatest Evil is War, by Chris Hedges (Video) The Unspoken Elephant in the Room of Netanyahu's Intent in Gaza, by Alastair Crooke Inside AIPAC's Strategy to Back Israel's Cheerleaders and Punish the Squad, by Naomi LaChance Hamas Before and After Oct. 7, by As'ad AbuKhalil Genocidal Zionists Reveal Their True, Hideous Faces, by Kevin Barrett More lies, unprecedented destruction… by Mazin Qumsiyeh The masterful propaganda of 'deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust,' by Tom Suarez Wh…
(2023-11-28). Cuba's Ambassador to UN discusses China's role in the UNSC. america.cgtn.com 
CGTN's Elaine Reyes briefly spoke with Cuba's Ambassador to the United Nations, Gerardo Peñalver Portal, about China's impact on the organization and its month as president in the United Nations Security Council.
(2023-11-28). MOVIES VS. CAPITALISM: Ask MVC Anything. levernews.com
(2023-11-28). Saturday 12/9: The War in Ukraine: Which Path Leads to Peace with Justice? indybay.org New Valencia Hall | 747 Polk St (near Ellis), SF | 7 blocks from Civic Center BART, on/near Muni #5, 19, 27, 31, 38, 49 | Wheelchair accessible ‚ôø…
(2023-11-28). Montana's Visionary Conservationists. counterpunch.org 
It's that time of year to be grateful for the good things, people and places in our lives. And given how quickly our state is changing in these days of endless promotion and development, Montanans might want to give thanks for those visionary conservationists who saw what was coming, broke with those who claimed the
(2023-11-28). The Feds Finally Banned the Use of Cyanide Bombs on BLM Lands. counterpunch.org 
The Biden Administration's Department of Interior has formally banned M-44 or what are known as cyanide bombs, from 245 million acres of Bureau of Land Management federal lands. M-44 are spring-loaded ejectors that contain cyanide poison that has been used for decades to kill predators. The M-44 is indiscriminate killing or poisoning any animals or,
(2023-11-28). Selected Articles: The History of US-NATO Led Wars: "Exporting Democracy" Through Acts of Subversion and Infiltration. globalresearch.ca 
By The American-led NATO attacked Serbia and Montenegro with military aircraft between March to June 1999. The often indiscriminate manner …
(2023-11-28). Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity: Netanyahu Has Ordered Mass Murder, a Blatant Violation of International Law. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: SF: Shut it down! For Palestine. indybay.org Blackrock, 400 Howard st, SF…
(2023-11-28). El Salvador has largest army in Central America. plenglish.com When President Nayib Bukele took office in 2019, he promised to increase the number of military personnel to 40,000 troops. Today, it has reached 24,500, the highest compared with Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, where there are 27,460 police officers. | La Prensa Gráfica newspaper indicated that in the last five years, the defense budget has increased from 141 to 250.6 million dollars in 2023. The military forces currently participate in missions in the war declared against gangs along with the police. | The data published in the digital magazine states that El Salvador is the second Central American country…
(2023-11-28). Finland's policy on common border is irrational, says Grushko. plenglish.com Moscow, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The Finnish Government's decision to shut the checkpoints on the border with Russia is irrational, Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said after addressing reporters during the International Forum Primakov Readings on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). Forty-one percent of imported firearms are in Paraguay's black market. plenglish.com Asunción, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Forty-one percent of the firearms imported by Paraguay in the last four years are in the hands of criminal gangs, according to a specialized official institution quoted by àöltima Hora on Monday.
(2023-11-28). World's first transatlantic flight on 100% sustainable aviation fuel takes off. imperial.ac.uk The world's first transatlantic flight run on 100% sustainable aviation fuel is taking off today from London Heathrow, bound for New York.
(2023-11-28). Iran, Russia Discuss Cooperation in BRICS. infobrics.org Ranking diplomats from Iran and Russia weighed plans for closer cooperation between the two states within the framework of BRICS, which Iran will officially join in January 2024…
(2023-11-28). The Arctic for China's Green Energy Transition. infobrics.org Chinese Perspective on the Arctic and its Implication for Nordic Countries…
(2023-11-28). Argentina Would Benefit from Joining BRICS. infobrics.org Argentinian president-elect Javier Milei's team in charge of international relations is reportedly weighing up whether Argentina should proceed with joining BRICS or not. This, according to experts the team has consulted, represents "an opportunity rather than a risk" for the country…
(2023-11-28). German military "would only last two days in a battle" due to weapons deliveries to Kiev. infobrics.org Germany will face deindustrialisation if sanctions on Russian energy continue, warns CEO.
(2023-11-28). 'Military Schengen' shows EU nothing more than geopolitical pendant of NATO. infobrics.org The EU has definitely exposed its role long before the SMO. Officially an economic alliance, the loose bureaucratic superstate demonstrated that it's nothing more than a geopolitical pendant of NATO, and by extension, of the US. The EU "broke the ice" last year by officially sending weapons to the Kiev regime and hasn't stopped doing so ever since. Its de facto unification with NATO structures is effectively over and the belligerent alliance is now simply looking for ways to make it de jure, which would give its forces free rein over the entire continent.
(2023-11-28). Kiev's military official believes conflict will go beyond Ukraine. infobrics.org If hostilities begin in any other country, it will certainly not be on Russian initiative, but by NATO itself, which has repeatedly shown interest in internationalizing its aggression against Russia, involving new territories in the war.
(2023-11-28). Exploiting the Potential of the Việt Nam-China-Russia International Railway Line. infobrics.org
(2023-11-28). BRICS Expansion Elevates Bloc's Reach and Influence in Global Governance: How Will Expansion Benefit the African Continent. infobrics.org The BRICS' Johannesburg II Declaration simply states that "the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) and BRICS cooperation presents opportunities for the continent to transition away from its historic role as a commodity exporter towards higher productivity value addition…
(2023-11-28). China and the Arctic: Reflections in 2023. infobrics.org Is there really a Russian-Chinese partnership in the Arctic? What is China's role in the Arctic and how far does it go beyond climate change and environmental protection? These are some of the most hotly debated questions in Arctic security studies…
(2023-11-28). Australia's Role in the Bombing of Gaza. libya360.wordpress.com Kellie Tranter Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stands in front of an Israeli Air Force F-35 fighter jet at the Air Force's Nevatim base in southern Israel, undated (Photo: Amos Ben Gershom/Office of the President of Israel) Australian-equipped Israeli Air Force F-35 Joint Strike Fighters are being used to commit what amounts to war crimes in Gaza…
(2023-11-28). Banned Books, Arrests and Police Supression in the UK. libya360.wordpress.com Craig Murray At Saturday's great march in support of Palestine in London, police arrested members of the Communist Party of Great Britain Marxist-Leninist (CPGBML) for having a pamphlet on sale on their stall. Harpal-Brar-Zionism: A Racist, Anti-Semitic and Reactionary Tool of Imperialism The "illegal" pamphlet is entitled Zionism: A Racist, Anti-Semitic and Reactionary Tool of Imperialism….
(2023-11-28). Historic March Demands an End to Canada's Complicity in Israel's Crimes in Palestine. libya360.wordpress.com Tanupriya Singh Ottawa on November 25. 100,000 people marched in the Canadian capital on November 25 to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the complicity of the Canadian government in Israel's ongoing violence and colonization of Palestine 100,000 people took to the streets in Canada's capital of Ottawa on November 25…
(2023-11-28). Palestinian Resistance and the Crisis of Liberal Humanism. libya360.wordpress.com Yanis Iqbal Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, launched by Hamas on October 7, 2023, was a huge blow to the settler-colonial state of Israel: Al-Qassam Brigades captured 20 settlements and 11 military sites in merely a few hours. The attacks on Israeli civilian and military outposts destroyed the narcissistic sense of security associated with the carefully orchestrated narratives of…
(2023-11-28). What Would a Just Peace in Palestine Look Like? libya360.wordpress.com The Eclectic Radical A meme on Twitter has been asking "Where do the Israeli Jews go?" as if this is the supreme gotcha and this question completely invalidates all discussion of Palestinian liberation, as if Palestinian self-determination automatically means rendering the entire population of Israel homeless and stateless. This ignores the fact that the mere…
(2023-11-28). 'Subsidizing Abuse' investigates Minnesota's affordable housing industry's record of worker exploitation—while receiving millions in public dollars. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in At least $84 Million in Minnesota state and municipal funds earmarked for affordable housing projects have gone towards contractors with records or accusations of worker exploitation, from wage theft to misclassification to labor trafficking to sexual abuse, according to a new Subsidizing Abu…
(2023-11-28). House GOP-Led Hearing Is a Trojan Horse for Social Security Cuts, Critics Warn. truthout.org The Republican-controlled House Budget Committee is set to convene a hearing Wednesday to examine legislation that would establish a so-called fiscal commission for the U.S. debt, a proposal that critics have called a Trojan horse for Social Security and Medicare cuts. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), a longtime proponent of Social Security cuts, described such a commission as one of his top… |
(2023-11-28). Survey: Which Children Visit ED for Mental Health Concerns, and Why. jamanetwork.com More children seek care for mental health disorders today than a decade ago, researchers have shown. During that time, the proportion of pediatric visits to the emergency department (ED) for mental health symptoms increased relative to visits related to other health concerns. Now, a report by the National Center for Health Statistics quantifies the characteristics of children who tended to seek care in the ED for mental health concerns using data from more than 1 million visits between 2018 and 2021.
(2023-11-28). Heat-Related Deaths From CVD Expected to Surge by Midcentury. jamanetwork.com The number of excess cardiovascular disease (CVD) deaths related to extreme heat is projected to climb to 4320 deaths per year in the US by 2065, an increase of 162% compared with the period between 2008 and 2019. The estimates are based on a model that assumes adherence to proposed emissions reduction policies. However, should levels of emissions grow substantially, that number could reach 5491 excess CVD deaths by midcentury—an increase of 233% compared with the current period.
(2023-11-28). Time-Restricted Eating Tested for Weight Loss in Type 2 Diabetes. jamanetwork.com People who limited the time they spent eating each day to an 8-hour window between 12 pm and 8 pm lost more weight after 6 months than those who restricted calories, according to results from a randomized clinical trial that involved 75 adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants in the time-restricted eating group found it easier to stick to their intervention than did participants in the calorie-restriction group. No participants reported serious adverse events in the study published in JAMA Network Open.
(2023-11-28). WHO: What Regulators Should Consider for AI in Health Care. jamanetwork.com A new publication by the World Health Organization (WHO) identifies key areas for governments and regulatory bodies to consider when integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into health care. The areas of regulation include transparency about AI technology development, external validation of data, and collaboration among stakeholders to maintain the regulatory compliance of AI products throughout their life cycles.
(2023-11-28). Convalescent Plasma Lowered Risk of Death in COVID-19 ARDS. jamanetwork.com Patients with COVID-19—induced acute respiratory distress syndrome, or ARDS, who were treated with convalescent plasma from recovered donors between September 2020 through March 2022 had a lower risk of death at about 1 month compared with those who received standard care, according to results from 475 participants, almost all of whom were also treated with glucocorticoids. About 35% of participants in the treatment group died by day 28 compared with 45% in the standard-care group.
(2023-11-28). Daily Exercise May Offset Otherwise Sedentary Lifestyle. jamanetwork.com Remaining sedentary for more than 12 hours daily was linked with a higher risk of death than being sedentary for 8 hours—but a little more than 20 minutes of exercise closed the gap, according to a review of 4 prospective cohort studies involving almost 12‚ÄØ000 participants aged 50 years or older. There was no association between sedentary time and mortality risk for people who were largely inactive but engaged in moderate to vigorous physical activity for more than 22 minutes a day, based on accelerometer data.
(2023-11-28). FDA Will Evaluate First Self-Administered FluMist Vaccine. jamanetwork.com The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) agreed to review an application to allow eligible adult patients to self-administer FluMist, AstraZeneca's nasal spray flu vaccine that uses a live, weakened version of the virus to prompt an immune response. Under the application, caregivers would also be able to administer the vaccine to people aged 2 to 49 years who are not immunocompromised.
(2023-11-28). CDC Report: Health Worker Mental Health Crisis Continued in 2022. jamanetwork.com Health workers continued to experience higher levels of burnout and worse mental health in 2022 than in 2018, according to a US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) analysis of survey results from 3395 workers, 551 of whom were health workers. About 44% of health workers indicated that they were somewhat or very likely to look for a new job in 2022.
(2023-11-28). Long-Term Blood Pressure Control After Hypertensive Pregnancy. jamanetwork.com This clinical trial assesses whether physician-guided self-management of antihypertensive medication results in persistently lower blood pressure after a hypertensive pregnancy compared with usual care.
(2023-11-28). Characterizing Gender Descriptions for Trials Registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. jamanetwork.com This cross-sectional, exploratory study uses ClinicalTrials.gov data from trials initiated on or after January 18, 2017, to characterize the use of a new free-text "gender eligibility description" data field; reports the frequency of gender identity terms used; and assesses the correct or incorrect use of the field.
(2023-11-28). Review of Obesity Management in Adults. jamanetwork.com This Review summarizes current evidence regarding the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of obesity.
(2023-11-28). Made of Flower and Flame: Poetry and Climate Change. jamanetwork.com The natural world, long a source of delight and repose and so often celebrated in poetry, is changing. As the impact of human activity harmful to the earth's climate and global health continues to be documented, so too has contemporary poetry responded in its own terms in the work of poets like Gary Snyder and Terry Tempest Williams, and in this issue's "Persephone Explains Global Warming." Florid, overheated language evokes the globe's astonishing variety of biota and the threat posed by rising temperatures. "Unphas[ed] tides" and "blister[ed] trees" are metaphors for nature gone awry. The poem's version of the…
(2023-11-28). Persephone Explains Global Warming. jamanetwork.com She has realized: all these years in Hell have made her powerful. She whirls back from the underworld, skirts made of flowers but also, now, flame. She dares the sun to come closer, flirts with the moon, unphasing the tides. She offers fruit to passersby, out of season: mango, blood orange, avocado, overripe pineapple. She blisters the trees with her passing. It's not enough to bring back spring: hurricanes, volcanoes, tornadoes, wildfires, tsunamis in her dance. If the poles switch polarity, if the icecaps are melting, she'll be singing: "Put the blame on Mame, boys," in a satin dress, a film-noir femme fatale i…
(2023-11-28). Self-Sampling Strategy to Increase Cervical Cancer Screening. jamanetwork.com This randomized clinical trial assessed rates of adherence to undergo cervical cancer screening by comparing response rates to various outreach strategies among individuals who were due or overdue for screening and who had unknown screening history.
(2023-11-28). Toripalimab Plus Chemotherapy for Recurrent or Metastatic Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma. jamanetwork.com This multicenter, double-blind, randomized trial conducted in nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC)—endemic regions assesses whether toripalimab in combination with gemcitabine-cisplatin as first-line treatment for recurrent or metastatic NPC, compared with gemcitabine-cisplatin alone, will significantly improve progression-free survival and overall survival among chemotherapy-naive patients with recurrent or metastatic NPC.
(2023-11-28). USPSTF Recommendation on Screening for Lipid Disorders in Children and Adolescents—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply The USPSTF appreciates the viewpoints expressed in the Letters to the Editor regarding the Recommendation Statement on screening for lipid disorders in children and adolescents.
(2023-11-28). Treatment of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in US Nursing Homes—Reply. jamanetwork.com In Reply Dr Bergman highlights a number of important potential barriers to COVID-19 antiviral treatment use in nursing homes, including rapidly evolving guidelines concerning the use of monoclonal antibodies, insufficient supply of recommended monoclonal antibodies, and high staffing needs to administer monoclonal antibodies intravenously. These factors likely contributed to the low antiviral treatment rates observed in our study, when monoclonal antibodies were the only treatment available.
(2023-11-28). USPSTF Recommendation on Screening for Lipid Disorders in Children and Adolescents. jamanetwork.com To the Editor We disagree with the recent recommendation from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) against lipid screening in the pediatric population. If misinterpreted, this statement could have widespread implications that adversely affect the health of youths with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH). Familial hypercholesterolemia is a relatively common semidominant genetic condition that, if untreated, leads to cumulative exposure to low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD).
(2023-11-28). USPSTF Recommendation on Screening for Lipid Disorders in Children and Adolescents. jamanetwork.com To the Editor The preamble to the USPSTF Recommendation Statement on screening for lipid disorders in children and adolescents states that the USPSTF is committed to mitigating the health inequities that prevent people from fully benefiting from preventive services. However, the conclusion of that Recommendation Statement that there is insufficient evidence to recommend screening for lipid disorders in children and adolescents may contribute to inequities in the prevention of heart disease later in life.
(2023-11-28). USPSTF Recommendation on Screening for Lipid Disorders in Children and Adolescents. jamanetwork.com To the Editor The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality describes the USPSTF as follows: "The USPSTF works to improve the health of people nationwide by making evidenced-based recommendations on effective ways to prevent disease and prolong life." This is a serious and important mandate.
(2023-11-28). Treatment of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in US Nursing Homes. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent Research Letter examined COVID-19 treatment rates in US nursing homes from May 31, 2021, through December 25, 2022, and found that only 1 in 4 nursing home residents with COVID-19 had been treated with antiviral treatments and that more than 40% of nursing homes reported never administering any oral antiviral or monoclonal antibody treatment in the 19-month study window. As a practicing nursing home attending physician and medical director, I wish to elaborate on some of the barriers to treatment in nursing homes to highlight policy changes that could improve treatment rates in future pande…
(2023-11-28). The Foundation of Ethics, The Public Service of Professions. jamanetwork.com
(2023-11-28). Immunotherapy for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma. jamanetwork.com Due to a unique immune substrate consisting of abundant lymphocytic infiltration, high programmed death—ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression, and the presence of several immune targets (CD40, CD70, CD80, and CD86), there is a strong biological rationale for incorporating immunotherapy in the treatment of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). Nonkeratinizing histological subtypes encompass more than 95% of NPC cases in endemic areas, and NPC is largely linked to Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection, providing an additional immune-prone factor through the expression of EBV antigens and CD4+/CD8+ T-cell target proteins. In thi…
(2023-11-28). How popular are post-growth and post-capitalist ideas? Some recent data. mronline.org Here is a list of studies, surveys and polling results that shed some light on popular perceptions of post-growth and post-capitalist ideas.
(2023-11-28). Conformist Democrats Have Been in Denial. Now They're in a Panic. counterpunch.org 
(2023-11-28). Conformist Democrats Have Been in Denial. Now They're in a Panic. counterpunch.org Over the weekend, Politico published the latest in a tidal wave of stories about President Biden's dwindling prospects for re-election. Under the headline "The Polls Keep Getting Worse for Biden," the article pointed out that Biden is trailing the presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump in a large majority of the latest polling. The trend is
(2023-11-28). "Lucifer's Banker: The Untold Story of How I Destroyed Swiss Bank Secrecy" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Israel's Insidious Narrative About Palestinian Prisoners. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). From South Africa to Palestine, apartheid will fall. liberationnews.org 
It may be tempting to feel hopeless in the face of Israel's seemingly omnipotent power over Palestinians, but in reality, Israel cannot win. We can look to the example of South Africa, where a colonial apartheid system was toppled in 1994, to understand some of the key factors that will ultimately lead to the end of apartheid in historic Palestine.
(2023-11-28). The Myth That Putin Was Bent On Conquering Ukraine. popularresistance.org There is a growing body of compelling evidence showing that Russia and Ukraine were involved in serious negotiations to end the war in Ukraine right after it started on 24 February 2022 (see below). These talks were facilitated by Turkish President Recep Erdogan and former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and featured detailed and candid discussions on the terms of a possible settlement. | By all accounts, these negotiations, which took place in March-April 2022, were making real progress when Britain and the US told Ukrainian President Zelensky to abandon them, which he did.
(2023-11-28). The Myth that Putin Was Bent on Conquering Ukraine and Creating a Greater Russia. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). The Unfulfilled promises of the Fort Laramie Treaty: A deep dive into a century-old conflict between the US and Native Nations. nationofchange.org Uncovering historical injustices—the ongoing struggle of the Sioux Nation against treaty violations.
(2023-11-28). Evidence shows Israel killed many of its own citizens on Oct. 7, then blamed Hamas. liberationnews.org 
Israel tanks and helicopters fired indiscriminately on Israeli homes and cars.
(2023-11-28). Asylum policy: how to create a permanent crisis. indybay.org The principle of repression instead of adapting the asylum system to changing circumstances had long been established by this time. The discourse is being whipped up from the right. In its dispatch, the (German) Federal Council justifies its repressive package of measures with the dissatisfied mood among the population towards "delinquent asylum seekers."
(2023-11-28). Anti-Abortion Groups Made Sure Abortion Ban Exceptions Didn't Happen. truthout.org After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending nearly 50 years of federal protection for abortion, some states began enforcing strict abortion bans while others became new havens for the procedure. ProPublica is investigating how sweeping changes to reproductive health care access in America are affecting people, institutions and governments. State Rep. Taylor Rehfeldt was speaking on the… |
(2023-11-28). Will I be killed by Israel or cancer? electronicintifada.net A diagnosis of leukemia amid a genocidal war.
(2023-11-28). Reflections on a Prayer Service for Gaza. counterpunch.org Washington DC is a city designed to evoke emotions. Coming up from the Metro into the Main Hall of Union Station, on my way to a prayer service for the people of Gaza, I paused to look at the Roman legionnaire statues standing guard over the crowds who entered and exited the great neo-Classical building.
(2023-11-28). How We Got to an Era of De-Civilization. counterpunch.org 
Human Beings are not showing off their best abilities of late. They appear to have mostly failed when it comes to climate change. For instance, "By 2100, average temperatures in the U.S. are expected to increase by approximately 8 ∞F or more (4.4 ∞C)" if the current high rate of greenhouse gas emissions is maintained. If "immediate
(2023-11-28). Dancing with broken hearts for the Palestinian children being freed. mondoweiss.net 
On Sunday, hundreds gathered in Ramallah to welcome Palestinian children set free from Israeli jails for the third consecutive day. It was a bittersweet victory however, with thousands still in jail and Israel's genocide continuing in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Could Restrictive New Voting Laws in Swing States Shift the Outcome in 2024? truthout.org The 2024 presidential election is a full year away — and many of the rules that will govern the pivotal contest have already been written. The past three years make up one of the most prolific periods for election legislation in American history. Over 560 new laws governing our elections — many of them containing pages and pages of changes — have become law in states all across the country. |
(2023-11-28). Kiev's Military Official Believes Conflict Will Go Beyond Ukraine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). O acordo com o Hamas revela as dificuldades de Israel. globalresearch.ca Depois de insistir que nà£o negociaria com o Hamas, Israel finalmente anunciou que concordou em participar numa troca de prisioneiros e na interrupàßà£o temporária dos combates. Os termos do acordo foram publicados por representantes do Qatar, sendo Doha o local …
(2023-11-28). Democrats need to 'stop talking bullshit and do something'. therealnews.com 
People write off states like Texas as dyed-in-the-wool Republican strongholds, but it wasn't always that way. Legendary author, organizer, commentator, and former State Agricultural Commissioner Jim Hightower is living proof that there is a strong progressive tradition in Texas that stretches back to the 19th century. Hightower has fought the far right for decades, but he has also seen how Democrats have abandoned grassroots organizing and how the Democratic Party has been hijacked by corporate money and self-serving elites. In this special episode of The Marc Steiner Show, recorded at Hightower's home in A…
(2023-11-28). International Delegation Pushes For Opening The Rafah Border To Gaza. popularresistance.org Recently, an international delegation traveled to Cairo, Egypt to visit the Rafah border crossing and pressure the United States to allow aid to be brought in to Gaza. Hundreds of trucks carrying aid are lined up at the border waiting for permission to enter. Clearing the FOG spoke with Sara Flounders, one of the members of the delegation, about the current situation in Gaza, the role of the United States in the genocide of Palestinians, how the current conflict is impacting the United States' drive to protect its hegemony and the blow back in Western Asia. Flounders also discusses the incredible solidarity acros…
(2023-11-28). Mapping the Impacts and Conflicts of Rare-Earth Elements. fpif.org Rare-earth elements (REEs) are a group of 17 chemical elements considered critical for digitalization and for the energy transition. While called "rare", they are not in fact rare in the Earth's crust and can be found in many places. REEs have unique magnetic, optical and electronic properties that make them crucial (and difficult to substitute) for many uses such as wind turbines, solar panels, electric vehicles, LED and LCD screens, hard drives, fiber optic cables, catalysts, steel alloys, hydrogen technologies and all kinds of electric motors for cars, toys or drones. Nevertheless, REEs are not only strategic…
(2023-11-28). ExxonMobil's Land Grab. popularresistance.org Attacks on Venezuela by the USA and its allies include 930 illegal sanctions that shut the country out from international finance blocking it from buying medicines, food or producing or selling its oil. Also there have been direct and indirect support for coup d'etat attempts, street violence leading to murders and injuries, cyberattacks on its electricity grid, sabotage of oil and infrastructure, financing criminal bands, corruption of officials, assassination attempt against the President and his cabinet, setting up a false presidency, appropriating CITGO oil company and billions of Venezuelan assets in banks,…
(2023-11-28). Gaza truce extended as Israel threatens even bigger attack. electronicintifada.net Hamas and Israel to exchange prisoners for an additional two days.
(2023-11-28). The New York Times Reports Gaza Civilians 'Are Being Killed at Historic Pace'. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Biden punts on settler abuses. electronicintifada.net US State Department official has nothing new to say on lawbreaking Israelis in the occupied West Bank.
(2023-11-28). A "Pause" Isn't a Ceasefire — and a Ceasefire Isn't an End to the Siege of Gaza. truthout.org Like many Palestinians, I've been glued to the news during the past 50 days following Israel's senseless, illegal and immoral genocide in Gaza. Our eyes are filled with painful and horrific images showing massive death and devastation wrought on innocent civilians who lost loved ones — entire families in some cases — homes and dreams. I've also watched the terror being inflicted by Israeli… |
(2023-11-28). In Photos: Israel Leaves Trail of Destruction in Gaza After 48 Days of Bombing. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). The people reclaim the Dublin streets rampaged by right-wing mobs. peoplesdispatch.org Working class groups marched in Dublin on November 27, in solidarity with Dubliners traumatized by far-right riots and the gruesome knife attack on November 23. In the march Participants highlighted that the Irish society stands against all attempts to divide working people and also se…
(2023-11-28). Indian workers and farmer stage historic three-day protest. peoplesdispatch.org The three-day nationwide protest called by central trade unions and farmers' organizations against government policies concluded on November 28 with a call to defeat the ruling BJP in the 2024 elections if key demands are not met…
(2023-11-28). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 52: Palestinians Brace For Israeli Attacks. popularresistance.org International leaders call for extending the truce as the fourth and final round of captive exchanges is set to take place. Palestinians in Gaza are still not able to count their dead as the majority of hospitals remain out of service.
(2023-11-28). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 53: Hostage exchange continues, Israel, Hamas agree to extend truce. mondoweiss.net 
Sorrow has taken root in Gaza as Palestinians queue to fill up fuel for cooking. Israel arrested more Palestinians than it released in the past four days of the truce.
(2023-11-28). Day 52 roundtable: Joy and tears in Palestine. electronicintifada.net "Life was beautiful," photojournalist Mahmoud Nasser says about living in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Europe Is Written Off. smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2023-11-28). It Is Official. . smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2023-11-28). Send This Rambo To The Real War. smoothiex12.blogspot.com And then see how he will talk and sing once he experiences it, or is taken POW by Akhmat guys. But then again, Apti Alaudinov and his people are pure military class, they treat POWs humanely and it is in Russia's combat manuals. You cannot buy class, you are either brought up with it, or you are not–simple as that.
Jimmy is spot on, it is the case of Jerusalem Redneck. The whole thing is down right a grotesque caricature on serious military. Sadly, it is not a joke or put on.
(2023-11-28). Backing Biden for 2024, Conformist Democrats Have Been in Denial. indybay.org Now They're in a Panic.
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Land Back! From Palestine to the United States. indybay.org Old Capitol Books, 482 Alvarado St, Monterey…
(2023-11-28). Bolivia completes national nuclear medicine network. plenglish.com La Paz, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Bolivian President Luis Arce opened on Tuesday the third Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy Center (CMNyR) in Achumani, southern La Paz, thus completing a modern national network.
(2023-11-28). CEAS calls fro withdrawal of accused prosecutor in Peru. plenglish.com Lima, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The Episcopal Commission for Social Action (CEAS) of the Peruvian Catholic Church on Tuesday called for the Peruvian Prosecutor Patricia Benavides ¥ resignation, who has been accused by counter-corruption prosecutors and police of heading a criminal network.
(2023-11-28). People in Gaza are in extreme health needs — WHO. plenglish.com People are starving and lacking clean water; if someone is sick, if a child has diarrhea, if someone has a respiratory infection, they won't get any assistance, WHO spokesperson Margaret Harris said. | The UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) described as devastating the context in Gaza Strip after the entry of more personnel amid the pause agreed on November 24. | UNICEF ¥s spokesperson James Elder termed the Nasser Medical Complex, located in southern Gaza, as a war zone. | "Everywhere you look at there is a child in incredible need," Elder told Al Jazeera, praising the "incredible, courageous and tireless health wo…
(2023-11-28). Russia: The rise of the Global South at the Primakov Readings. plenglish.com Moscow, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) On the second and closing day of the International Forum Primakov Readings in the Russian capital, a panel on the rise of the Global South was held, with the participation of experts from several nations, Prensa Latina reported on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). Salvadoran legislative awaits Bukele's proposal. plenglish.com San Salvador, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Salvadoran Legislative Assembly is waiting for a proposal from President Nayib Bukele to approve the person who will take over the country's leadership, the chair of that forum Ernesto Castro stated on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). Saudi Fund for Development collaborates with Cuban city. plenglish.com Santa Clara, Cuba, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Representatives of the Saudi Fund for Development assessed on Tuesday a bunch of collaboration projects for the repairing of the aqueduct, sewage and rainwater networks in this central city.
(2023-11-28). U.S. Coast Guards send four irregular migrants back to Cuba. plenglish.com The irregular migrants, three men and a woman, were deeply involved in an illegal boatlift from the western province of Artemisa. | Counting this recent operation, the US Coast Guards have been able to return as many as 5,105 boatlifters so far in 2023. | Cuban authorities remain steady in their commitment to safe and orderly migration, while reiterating the danger and life-threatening conditions posed by illegal departures from the country by sea, the source pointed out in a press release.
(2023-11-28). Listen to Caracas (Arguments on Essequibo). orinocotribune.com By Wayne Kublalsingh — Nov 25, 2023 | At a news conference on November 21, Dr Keith Rowley was asked by a journalist why Venezuela was at this time ramping up its claim to Essequibo. He replied that this journalist should know the answer to the question. And he looked forward to reading the journalist's answer to his own question. Yet, the answer is complex and far from obvious. Any presumption of obviousness is not good. Unwise. | On October 25, Caricom issued a statement on the "border dispute". It was "deeply disappointed and concerned at the decree and subsequent statements by Venezuela with respect to t…
(2023-11-28). Three Palestinian Students Shot, Wounded in US State of Vermont. orinocotribune.com Three Palestinian college students have been shot and wounded in the US state of Vermont, in what is perceived to be an Islamophobic act amid unfaltering US support for the Israeli regime's genocidal war against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip. | Burlington Police said that officers responded to a call on Saturday evening and found two shooting victims, with the third a short distance away, all close to the University of Vermont campus. | One victim was reportedly shot in the back while another is said to have been shot in the chest and a third sustained minor injuries. | Husam Zomlot, the Palestinian amb…
(2023-11-28). Was October 7th a Hamas or Israeli Massacre? orinocotribune.com By William Van Wagenen — Nov 24, 2023 | Israel's controversial military policy of killing its own citizens to preserve national security may be its defining mistake of 7 October. Would there have even been a 'massacre' that day if Israel had not employed the Hannibal Directive? | A farewell
(2023-11-28). 'We Will Not Raise the White Flag': Gaza Resistance. orinocotribune.com Palestinian factions in Gaza say that the battle against Israel will continue until "all goals are achieved." | The spokesmen of the Palestinian resistance factions have issued statements referring to the Israeli agreement to a On 24 November, Secretary General of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Resistance Movement Ziad Nakhala said "the truce is a clear admission of the enemy's setback, forced due to its losses in the [battle] field and the stalling of its ground forces de…
(2023-11-28). 'We Will Not Raise the White Flag:' Gaza Resistance. orinocotribune.com Palestinian factions in Gaza say that the battle against Israel will continue until 'all goals are achieved' | The spokesmen of the Palestinian resistance factions have given statements calling the Israeli agreement to a On 24 November, Secretary General of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Resistance Movement Ziad Nakhala said, "the truce is a clear admission of the enemy's setback, forced due to its losses in the [battle] field and the stalling of its ground forces despite gro…
(2023-11-28). Childhood obesity, the COVID-19 pandemic, and ultra-processed foods in Brazil. peoplesdispatch.org 
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to reverberate in many aspects of life in Brazil, with nutrition being one of them. A survey conducted by Fiocruz's Childhood Health Observatory (Observa Infância) analyzed data on overweight and obesity among children and adolescents in the country and in each region. The findings revealed that the pandemic has contributed to an increase in overweight among age groups up to 5 years old and between 10 and 18 years old. However, the problem was already serious before the pandemic, as Brazil surpasses the global and Latin American averages for childhood obesity. | "We tend to blame s…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Tell Good Times: Stop Publishing Islamophobia! indybay.org Good Times, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2023-11-28). 10 drugs to fight HIV, TB, malaria to be vulnerable to climate change. plenglish.com United Nations, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) UNITAD, an international financing mechanism for treating several diseases, warned on Tuesday that 10 products to combat HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria would be vulnerable to climate change.
(2023-11-28). BINUH condemns surge of gang violence in Haiti ¥s Bas Artibonite. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Over 1,690 people were killed, wounded or kidnapped in Bas Artibonite, some 100 km off north of Haiti ¥s capital, the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) condemned on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). French warship to assist wounded people in Gaza. plenglish.com Paris, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The French helicopter carrier Dixmude has docked in Egypt and could start treating wounded children from Gaza later this week, Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Tuesday, as Western powers look to ramp up efforts to aid the enclave.
(2023-11-28). Koch-tied group backs Haley to beat Donald Trump. plenglish.com Washington, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The political network financed largely by billionaire Charles Koch is endorsing former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley in the Republican primary, affording her new support against her Republican rivals in the fight to be the alternative to Donald Trump.
(2023-11-28). Gaza: More than 20,000 Civilians Killed, Drone Footage of Destruction. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Media Outlets Call For An End To Israel's Massacre Of Journalists. popularresistance.org The world is waiting in cautious anticipation amid the four-day pause in hostilities in Gaza, giving Palestinians a brief respite from the incessant Israeli airstrikes. Israel did not cease its bombing of the enclave from October 7, when it declared war on Hamas following the surprise Al-Aqsa Flood Operation launched by Palestinian resistance groups, to the start of the pause on November 24. In these nearly seven weeks, over 15,000 Palestinians were killed and 33,000 have been injured. The number of missing is around 6,800, many of whom are presumed dead or still trapped under the rubble.
(2023-11-28). Israel extends detention of Al-Shifa hospital's director by 45 days. peoplesdispatch.org Al-Shifa hospital director Dr. Muhammad Abu Salmiya and his colleagues were arrested on November 23, a day before the ceasefire came into effect. Israeli forces had continuously targeted and raided the hospital leading to the death of patients…
(2023-11-28). Dockworkers And Labor Activists Can Block The Transport Of Arms To Israel. popularresistance.org As a humanitarian disaster ravages Gaza, activists around the world have taken a wide range of actions aimed at pressuring Israel, from mass marches and "die-ins" to blockades and sit-ins. Unions have also ramped up solidarity actions in a range of sectors. While the scale of these actions is unprecedented, they follow on the heels of years of organizing and education campaigns by rank-and-file labor activists. | Among the most celebrated labor actions have been those launched by dockworkers in a number of countries — including the United States, Australia, Canada, Sweden, Italy, South Africa, Belgium, and…
(2023-11-28). Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC): The Weaponization of Money? WHO's Health Tyranny: Towards a Totalitarian World Government? No Way! globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Beyond Orwell's 1984, 5G and the Launching of 6G: "Easy to Take Down a Society that Is Digital". ‚Ä® UNCTAD Attempts Accomplishing this Doom Scenario. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Poverty and Climate Overheating: Flip Sides of One Coin. counterpunch.org 
I retired in 2020 after decades as a mental health outreach worker. My job involved going out to my clients' apartments — usually in sprawling housing projects or in "section 8" apartments in run down neighborhoods. Some of my clients slept in backyard sheds or abandoned factories and I met with them on playgrounds, parking
(2023-11-28). The Israeli perspective—on genocide—dominates our airwaves. mronline.org 
The Israeli ambassador to the United States was on CNN this morning assuring us that when the truce is over, "the operation will resume"—i.e., the vengeful destruction of life and property in Gaza will continue.
(2023-11-28). Pro-Palestine rallies continue as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine protesters hold more rallies in Sydney and New York in solidarity with people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). People march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in London. presstv.ir People take to the streets of London to march in support of Palestinians.
(2023-11-28). Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate in Frankfurt. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters hold a demonstration in Frankfurt, calling for an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Sri Lankans rally outside US embassy, denounce its support for Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of Sri Lankan protesters gather in front of the US embassy in Colombo to denounce Washington's support for Tel Aviv.
(2023-11-28). Thousands protest in Lyon in solidarity with Palestinian. presstv.ir Thousands of demonstrators joined a pro-Palestine rally in Lyon to demand ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). New York City protesters disrupt Black Friday shopping to support Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Dozens of protesters gather near Macy's megastore in Manhattan, disrupting Black Friday shopping to show support for Palestinians.
(2023-11-28). Iran stresses sustainable security as new destroyer joins naval fleet. presstv.ir Iran's highest-ranking military commander stresses sustainable security as a new destroyer joins naval fleet.
(2023-11-28). Israel massacred own people under 'Hannibal Directive': Reports. presstv.ir Israel massacred its own people by enacting its controversial 'Hannibal Directive' during the Palestinians' Oct. 7 operation, according to reports.
(2023-11-28). North Korea beefs up weapons, troops on border after military pact suspended. presstv.ir North Korea has deployed soldiers and heavy weapons at guard posts near the border with South Korea.
(2023-11-28). Crowds pack China's Beijing hospital after respiratory illness surge. presstv.ir Eyewitness footage showed an overcrowded waiting area at the Beijing Children's Hospital.
(2023-11-28). Iran naval forces 'frustrated' self-proclaimed maritime superpowers: IRGC cmdr. presstv.ir The IRGC Navy commander says his force along with the Iranian Army's naval division have "frustrated" those claiming to be maritime superpowers.
(2023-11-28). Thousands rally in Nuremberg, demanding permanent Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Thousands of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched in Nuremberg to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Iran warns of Israel's plot to stoke tension in West Asia. presstv.ir Iran says Israel is responsible for the consequences of any increased tension in the West Asia region.
(2023-11-28). White House funding massive phone surveillance program. presstv.ir The DAS (Data Analytical Services) program has been collecting information from countless phone calls nationwide.
(2023-11-28). Jordan says Israeli crimes in Gaza qualify as genocide. presstv.ir Jordan's FM says events in Gaza qualify as genocide as MPs seek a review of accords with Israel.
(2023-11-28). Iran calls for Israel to be brought to justice for '4 core international crimes' in Gaza. presstv.ir An Iranian diplomat says Israel should be brought to justice for all four core international crimes it committed in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Iranian academics: Israel seeks genocide, extinction of Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir A group of Iranian academic figures and distinguished luminaries have officially condemned the Israeli regime's brutal aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Israeli captive held in Gaza thanks Hamas for kind, humane treatment. presstv.ir An Israeli woman held by Hamas during the regime's war on Gaza thanks the movement's fighters for their humane behavior.
(2023-11-28). Senior Hamas official: We hope truce would be extended for longer period. presstv.ir A senior official of Hamas resistance movement hopes the truce in Gaza would be extended for a longer period of time.
(2023-11-28). UN envoy: Iran's missile, space programs fully in compliance with international law. presstv.ir Iran's UN envoy says the country's missile and space programs are fully in compliance with its legitimate rights under international law.
(2023-11-28). Iran: International consensus exists on necessity of lasting ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran's foreign minister says there exists an international consensus on the need for a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Israel releases 33 Palestinian prisoners after Hamas frees 11 captives in 4th phase of swap deal. presstv.ir Israel releases another group of Palestinian prisoners after the Hamas resistance movement frees 11 captives.
(2023-11-28). British politician tells Press TV: Israeli crimes in Gaza part of 'ethnic cleansing policy'. presstv.ir Ranjeet Brar, a member of the Communist Party of Great Britain, who was arrested for an anti-Israel stance, says the regime's actions in the besieged enclave are a part of its 'ethnic cleansing policy'
(2023-11-28). Iran warns US, Israel of 'harsh consequences' if war crimes continue in Gaza. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister warns the US and Israel that they will face 'harsh consequences' if they keep committing crimes in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Actress Cynthia Nixon launches hunger strike calling for permanent ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Cynthia Nixon, joined by state legislators and activists, launches a hunger strike calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Hamas once again scores major victory in cognitive war against Tel Aviv: Israeli think tank. presstv.ir An Israeli independent think-tank has confirmed that the Palestinians resistance movement Hamas has scored more victories against Israel.
(2023-11-28). Canadians demonstrate for Palestine. presstv.ir The temporary pause in the bombardment of Gaza did not stop Canadians from holding a historic national march in the capital city in solidarity with Palestinians.
(2023-11-28). Israeli tanks target areas in Gaza in violation of truce after ceasefire extended. presstv.ir Israeli tanks target areas in the Gaza Strip in violation of a temporary truce that has brought a halt to the bloody onslaught on the besieged enclave, reports say.
(2023-11-28). Leader: Iran Navy's progress since 1979 revolution 'unbelievable, remarkable'. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei hails achievements made by the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy after the 1979 Islamic Revolution as "remarkable and unbelievable."
(2023-11-28). Iran calls on ICC to prosecute Israeli officials for war crimes in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran's FM has called on the ICC to establish a court to prosecute Israeli authorities for war crimes in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Hamas says it confronted Israeli forces violating truce after brief extension. presstv.ir Hamas' military wing says it confronted Israeli forces after they violated the ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Palestinians going through 'one of the darkest chapters' of their history. presstv.ir Guterres also says Palestinians were going through "one of the darkest chapters" of their history.
(2023-11-28). Iran finalizes deal to receive Russian military aircraft: Report. presstv.ir Iran's Armed Forces have finalized arrangements for delivery of a number of advanced Russian-made aircraft.
(2023-11-28). Pakistan's Lahore, Karachi blanketed rank as two most polluted cities in world. presstv.ir Toxic smog engulfed Pakistan's Lahore on Tuesday (November 28).
(2023-11-28). US, Israeli spy chiefs discussing 'next phase' of Gaza truce: Report. presstv.ir Spy chiefs of the US and Israel are discussing the 'next phase' of the current ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Qatar, a source says.
(2023-11-28). Israel extends detention of Gaza's Shifa hospital chief for 45 days. presstv.ir Mohammad Abu Salmiya had been arrested last week along with five other medical staff by Israeli forces in Gaza…
(2023-11-28). Activists begin hunger strike outside White House demanding Gaza truce. presstv.ir Activists begin a hunger strike outside the White House calling for a permanent truce in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Hamas frees 12 captives, Israel releases 30 Palestinians in 5th phase of swap deal. presstv.ir Hamas frees 12 captives in exchange for 30 Palestinians released by the Israeli regime, as part of the fifth phase of a swap deal between the two sides.
(2023-11-28). Gaza's Call To The World: Unveiling The Silent Message Of The Red Triangle. popularresistance.org Did you know an international conference was held in France on November 9 under the title 'International Humanitarian Conference for Gaza's Civilian Population'? | According to the French foreign ministry website, the conference "involved states, main donors, international organizations and NGOs active in Gaza" to promote "compliance with international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians and humanitarian staff, and the strengthening of humanitarian access." | If you did not know, we do not blame you. The conference, after all, was meant to distract from the Israeli genocide in Gaza by giving the impress…
(2023-11-28). México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" indybay.org México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" | La marioneta, que representa la figura de una niña siria de 10 años, es un símbolo global de las personas refugiadas. Esta es su primera vez en Latinoamérica…
(2023-11-28). FDA approves Pfizer's maternal RSV vaccine despite trial safety signals of increased premature birth. expose-news.com
(2023-11-28). New Zealand Government will inform WHO it does not agree to International Health Regulations amendments. expose-news.com The newly sworn-in New Zealand government intends not to be pushed around by UN resolutions or by the World Health Organisation anymore. According to a coalition agreement with New Zealand First, the …
(2023-11-28). WHO's close links to Gates and Big Pharma make the Pandemic Treaty a fundamental threat to our national sovereignty and personal liberty. expose-news.com Intended to form part of international law, preparations for the creation of a World Health Organisation ("WHO") Pandemic Treaty or Pandemic Accord began in 2001. Far from strengthening the prevention of, preparedness …
(2023-11-28). Unlawful DEI discrimination policies lose momentum in the USA. expose-news.com Diversity, equity and inclusion ("DEI") is losing momentum in the United States as a result of pushback in the courts, according to a new report from DEI consulting firm Paradigm. Its related …
(2023-11-28). How incarcerated people are helping at-risk youth avoid prison. nationofchange.org By sharing our lived experiences, I have seen how incarcerated people can stop the pipeline funneling troubled teens to prison.
(2023-11-28). "Hamas Bases In Hospitals": Exposing Israel's Propaganda. thelastamericanvagabond.com Since the beginning of its war on Gaza, Israel's propaganda has been outrageous, but it has since crossed a threshold into the genre of dark comedy. The most recent episode of Israel's "evidence"-saga has focused on the claim that Hamas uses Palestinian hospitals as bases, a narrative the US government has faithfully backed up. On
(2023-11-28). Biden's proposal to lift limits on Israel's US weapons access sparks debate. nationofchange.org U.S.-Israel arms policy in flux: Biden's bold proposal to lift restrictions on weapon access.
(2023-11-28). Israel's Open Secret Of Palestinian Organ Theft & The Reality Of Israel's Illegal Settlements. 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 (11/28/23). 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
(2023-11-28). Our Rich: Fooling Themselves and Fouling Our Planet. counterpunch.org 
Look, up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane, it's . . . Wall Street's electric air-taxi future! Earlier this month, a flying machine from the California-based Joby Aviation became the first "electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft — "eVTOL" — to go airborne from the Downtown Heliport that services Lower Manhattan's financial district.
(2023-11-28). Our Rich: Fooling Themselves and Fouling Our Planet. counterpunch.org Some 45 major oil and gas corporations averaged annual windfall profits of $237 billion in 2021 and 2022, dollars that overwhelmingly funneled straight into rich shareholder pockets. Governments worldwide, Oxfam notes, could have increased global investments in renewable energy by 31 percent had they taxed this windfall profit at 90 percent.
(2023-11-28). Jewish Voice For Peace Shuts Down The Manhattan Bridge. popularresistance.org Israel's offensive on Gaza is on hold, but displays of solidarity with the Palestinian people continue. If this was not clear from the recent protests at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, it should be following the latest display of civil disobedience organized by Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP). | On Sunday afternoon, November 26, more than 1,000 Jews and allies blocked the Manhattan Bridge from the Manhattan side, with many prepared to be arrested. The demonstration shut down traffic for more than three hours on one of the busiest travel days of the year. NYPD was seen recording the images of protesters, but did…
(2023-11-28). Israel's Violence Will Never Bring 'Safety' To Anyone, Including Jews. popularresistance.org The horror and heartbreak in Gaza reaches new proportions each minute: Israel's siege has killed at least 3,400 people and injured more than 12,000 in the past week and a half, and a possible ground invasion threatens unspeakable levels of new violence. The Israeli forces and settlers have also killed 61 and injured 1,250 in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. The death tolls climb even as Palestinians and those in solidarity with them are marching and rallying worldwide in powerful and urgent protests. | For us, as anti-Zionist Jewish journalists, the past week and a half has been a flood of many griefs.
(2023-11-28). The History of US-NATO Led Wars: "Exporting Democracy" through Acts of Subversion and Infiltration. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). AOC Says Republicans Would Be "Humiliated" If Hunter Biden Hearing Was Public. truthout.org On Tuesday, the top Republican on the House Oversight Committee rejected a request from Hunter Biden for his testimony in front of the committee to be made public — a move that committee member Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) said was made simply because Republicans are afraid of "getting humiliated" in the public sphere. Hunter Biden's lawyer, Abbe Lowell, sent a letter to Congress… |
(2023-11-28). Pro-Israel Lobby Offers $20M to Another Senate Candidate to Run Against Tlaib. truthout.org A second candidate for U.S. Senate from Michigan has revealed that the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) has approached him with a deal to drop out of his race and run against Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan). Democratic candidate Nasser Beydoun posted a video on social media on Monday revealing that AIPAC offered him $20 million to primary Tlaib, a vocal pro-Palestinian advocate and… |
(2023-11-28). Report: Saudi Arabia Plans to Get African Countries "Hooked" on Fossil Fuels. truthout.org Top Saudi Arabian officials, led by Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, have formulated a covert plan to make countries across Africa and Asia dependent on fossil fuel products, a new bombshell investigation has revealed. According to the investigation by Centre for Climate Reporting (CCR) and Channel 4 News, which went undercover to shine a light on the plan… |
(2023-11-28). Headlines for November 28, 2023. democracynow.org Israel and Hamas Agree to Extend Truce by 48 Hours to Exchange More Captives , Elon Musk Says Starlink Internet Service Will Operate in Gaza Only with Israel's Approval , Vermont Man Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder of Three Palestinian Students, Former Obama Adviser Pleads Not Guilty to Hate Crimes over Racist Harassment of NYC Vendor, Activists at White House Launch Hunger Strike Demanding Biden Press for Gaza Ceasefire, Ahead of COP28 Climate Summit, U.N. Warns of Rapidly Melting Antarctic Sea Ice , Biden Won't Join World Leaders at COP28 Climate Talks, Climate Reporters' Sting Reveals S…
(2023-11-28). Jeremy Scahill: Israel's "Lethal Lie" About Al-Shifa Hospital as Hamas Base Was Co-Signed by Biden. democracynow.org 
The Intercept's Jeremy Scahill deconstructs Israel's narrative around Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, including unsubstantiated allegations Hamas uses tunnels under the hospital as its command center — tunnels that Israel itself built. "We were told that this was like a Hamas Pentagon," says Scahill, who describes how the Israeli military's own evidence disproves its allegations that the hospital was dangerous enough to justify its siege and bombardment. The World Health Organization says Al-Shifa, Gaza's largest hospital, "is no longer functioning." The Israeli d…
(2023-11-28). Remembering Pablo Yoruba Guzmán, Young Lords Co-Founder, Afro-Latino Leader, Legendary NYC Journalist. democracynow.org 
We remember the legendary activist and journalist Pablo Yoruba Guzmán, who died from a heart attack Sunday at age 73. Guzmán was the former minister of information of the Young Lords Party, the revolutionary social justice group led by Puerto Ricans in the 1960s and '70s. He later became a beloved print and television reporter, known for his street reporting. Guzmán was the "first great public relations expert of the Latino community," says Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, also a former Young Lord. "He was one of the first Afro-Latino people in the media," adds Johanna Fernández,…
(2023-11-28). "Atmosphere of Hate": AFSC Leader & Palestinian Vermonter on Shooting of 3 College Students. democracynow.org 
We get an update on the three university students of Palestinian descent who were shot Saturday in Burlington, Vermont. Two were wearing keffiyehs and speaking Arabic at the time of the attack. Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid and Tahseen Ahmad are now recovering, though Hisham Awartani, who was shot in the spine, has reportedly lost feeling in the lower part of his body. The FBI is reportedly investigating whether the shooting was a hate crime. "This atmosphere of hate" starts "from the federal level," declares Wafic Faour of the organization Vermonters for Justice in Palestine, who joi…
(2023-11-28). Essequibo Dispute: Evidence Surfaces of ExxonMobil Payments to Guyana. orinocotribune.com
(2023-11-28). Democrats Debate Their Options: Should Biden Ignore Pressure to Step Aside? counterpunch.org 
In the wake of a series of devastating polls showing Donald Trump defeating Joe Biden in the battle for the White House in 2024, Democrats have taken to consoling themselves that past party incumbents, including both Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, also faced stiff challenges three years into their first term in office but still
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Rise Up for Palestine! Defend Our People! Defend Our Students! indybay.org Meet at Baskin Courtyard, UC Santa Cruz…
(2023-11-28). Dysfunctional Migration App Is Making Migrants to US Vulnerable to Kidnapping. truthout.org The U.S. has been using a dysfunctional app to "manage" a humanitarian crisis, and the situation is reaching a breaking point. Migrants have been using the CBP One app to get appointments with border officials since January. When Title 42 expired in May, the U.S. returned to Title 8 to punish anyone who tries to cross between checkpoints and doesn't use the app with a five-year ban. |
(2023-11-28). Historic march demands an end to Canada's complicity in Israel's crimes in Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org 100,000 people marched in the Canadian capital on November 25 to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the complicity of the Canadian government in Israel's ongoing violence and colonization of Palestine.
(2023-11-28). War has left me without a future. electronicintifada.net Before the war, I had plans to be a dentist. That future is gone.
(2023-11-28). Alrededor de 35.000 heridos en Gaza necesitan tratamiento. telesurtv.net La Organización Mundial de la Salud advirtió que, en Gaza, más personas corren el riesgo de morir por enfermedades que por los bombardeos, si no se recupera el sistema de salud del territorio.
(2023-11-28). Israel añade a 50 palestinas secuestradas en lista de excarcelaciones. telesurtv.net Gobierno israelí confirmó recibir la lista con los nombres de los rehenes que serán devueltos este martes por la resistencia palestina en el marco del acuerdo para prorrogar la tregua.
(2023-11-28). Israel y Hamas acuerdan extender la tregua humanitaria dos días más. telesurtv.net El acuerdo incluiría la liberación diaria de diez rehenes en Gaza, mujeres y niños, a cambio de 30 prisioneros palestinos en cárceles israelíes.
(2023-11-28). Más de 100 damnificados tras lluvias en Huancayo, Perú. telesurtv.net Varias viviendas se quedaron sin energía eléctrica por varias horas debido a que las lluvias afectaron también las líneas de transmisión.
(2023-11-28). Alrededor de 570 migrantes arriban a Lampedusa, Italia. telesurtv.net El Ministerio del Interior italiano indica más de 150.000 migrantes han llegado a ese país desde principios de año.
(2023-11-28). Luis Arce posesiona a nueva canciller de Bolivia, Celinda Sosa. telesurtv.net Sosa nació en una comunidad de la provincia Cercado de Tarija y durante el acto de su posesión remarcó que siempre estuvo vinculada al trabajo con "el pueblo y las organizaciones sociales".
(2023-11-28). CIA y Mossad deciden sobre utilidad de ampliar tregua en Gaza. telesurtv.net El acuerdo de intercambio fue negociado por Qatar, que sirvió como intermediario entre Hamás e Israel en negociaciones con la estrecha participación de Estados Unidos.
(2023-11-28). Corte Suprema panameña declara inconstitucional contrato minero. telesurtv.net La decisión, reclamada por las protestas de gremios de varias ramas podría ser una inflexión a una crisis nacional.
(2023-11-28). Gobierno filipino y rebeldes acuerdan reanudar diálogos de paz. telesurtv.net La lucha armada en curso, iniciada en 1969 y en su apogeo en la década de 1980, cuando el grupo rebelde contaba con unos 26.000 combatientes.
(2023-11-28). Médicos peruanos exigen oficializar anuncio de aumento salarial. telesurtv.net Los cirujanos, obstetras, tecnólogos médicos, dentistas, químicos farmacéuticos, entre otros profesionales de la salud, paralizaron sus actividades desde el jueves pasado.
(2023-11-28). Rusia insiste en la solución de dos Estados en Palestina. telesurtv.net Estas declaraciones se dieron en el contexto de otra reunión de Bogdanov, con los vicecancilleres de Siria, Bassam Sabbagh y Ayman Susan.
(2023-11-28). Realizan paro contra privatizaciones en Sao Paulo, Brasil. telesurtv.net La protesta se produce contra el gobierno estatal, en específico la política de privatización de empresas públicas.
(2023-11-28). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-28). Venezuela afirma que defensa del Esequibo es asunto de unidad nacional. telesurtv.net La vicepresidenta Ejecutiva de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, afimó que Guyana debe regresar a la mesa de negociación, está contemplada en la carta de Ginebra.
(2023-11-28). Liberan a 33 palestinos secuestrados en cárceles israelíes. telesurtv.net Los jóvenes liberados señalaron a los medios que fueron sometidos a diversas torturas y vejaciones por parte de las autoridades carcelarias del ente sionista.
(2023-11-28). Revocan sobreseimiento a Cristina Fernández en Argentina. telesurtv.net El sobreseimiento dictaminado por el juez federal Sebastián Casanello fue apelado por la asociación civil, "Bases Republicanas", la cual fue aceptada como como querellante por la Cámara.
(2023-11-28). Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU abordará conflicto en Gaza. telesurtv.net China pretende aprovechar esta reunión como escenario para fomentar un diálogo profundo y eficaz entre todas las partes implicadas.
(2023-11-28). Detectan en Reino Unido el primer caso humano de gripe A(H1N2)v. telesurtv.net La directora de Incidentes del UKHSA, Meera Chand, ha declarado que "gracias a la vigilancia rutinaria de la gripe y a la secuenciación del genoma hemos podido detectar este virus".
(2023-11-28). Irán adquiere aeronaves militares modernas de Rusia. telesurtv.net El acuerdo para la venta de aeronaves fue firmado en marzo de este año luego de que la ONU levantara el embargo sobre la compra de armas convencionales en octubre de 2020.
(2023-11-28). Mueren 11 trabajadores en una mina carbón en China. telesurtv.net La mina ubicada a 130 km de la frontera con Rusia forma parte de la gran industria regional, una que ha sufrido varios accidentes fatales en los últimos tiempos.
(2023-11-28). Policía Nacional allana la sede la Fiscalía de Perú. telesurtv.net La presunta red "instrumentalizó la persecución penal" y tenía el objetivo de manipular las decisiones de algunos congresistas en la remoción de los titulares de la Junta Nacional de Justicia.
(2023-11-28). Presidente de Brasil propone a nuevo juez para el Tribunal Supremo. telesurtv.net Las propuestas deben ser validadas por la Cámara Alta del Senado.
(2023-11-28). Se disparan las muertes por dengue en Guatemala en 2023. telesurtv.net La cartera sanitaria declaró de igual manera que 89 personas han fallecido por esta enfermedad en Guatemala en 2023.
(2023-11-28). Exigen cese al fuego permanente contra Gaza en Nueva York, EEUU. telesurtv.net La guerra en Gaza, Palestina, por la invasión israelí ha dejado ya más de 15.000 muertos.
(2023-11-28). Fiscal presenta denuncia contra presidenta de Perú. telesurtv.net Peruanas y peruanos se movilizaron contra la corrupción del Ministerio Público.
(2023-11-28). Colombia llevará a COP28 propuesta de canje de deuda. telesurtv.net La COP28 tendrá lugar del 30 de noviembre al 12 de diciembre en la Expo City Dubái, donde se darán cita jefes de Estado y de Gobierno…
(2023-11-28). Al menos seis fallecidos y siete heridos en accidente vial en Bolivia. telesurtv.net Según reportan testigos, en la carretera había neblina que dificultaba la visión.
(2023-11-28). Comienzan cierres de campaña de cara a referéndum por Esequibo. telesurtv.net La diputada de la Asamblea Nacional, Iris Varela, recordó que la consulta del próximo 3 de diciembre es un hecho histórico donde los venezolanos podrán defender a su país en un ejercicio soberano.
(2023-11-28). Presidente de Cuba confirma su asistencia a la COP28. telesurtv.net Díaz-Canel asistirá a la COP28, que se desarrollará del 30 de noviembre al 12 de diciembre en Emiratos Árabes Unidos.
(2023-11-28). Venezuela condena ataque de Israel a aeropuerto de Damasco, Siria. telesurtv.net Mediante un comunicado, el gobierno bolivariano denunció las acciones bélicas del domingo pasado, que inhabilitaron al Aeropuerto Internacional de Damasco.
(2023-11-28). Aumentan a 15.000 los muertos por ataques de Israel en Gaza. telesurtv.net La Oficina de Prensa en Gaza señaló que entre las víctimas, se reportan al menos 6.150 niños y 4.000 mujeres.
(2023-11-28). Registran sismo de magnitud 6,6 en Wewak, Papúa Nueva Guinea. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con el ente, el seísmo se localizó a 49 kilómetros al noroeste Wewak, Papúa Nueva Guinea.
(2023-11-28). Siria condena ataques de Israel contra sus aeropuertos civiles. telesurtv.net La cartera diplomática Siria destacó que los continuos ataques contra aeropuertos civiles de la nación atentan contra la seguridad regional y mundial.
(2023-11-28). Delegación venezolana llega a Belarús para reunión de Comisión Mixta. telesurtv.net En los días 28 y 29 de noviembre, los participantes de la reunión llegarán a nuevos acuerdos de cooperación.
(2023-11-28). Presidente venezolano reitera llamado a votar en referéndum consultivo en defensa del Esequibo. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado indicó que Venezuela tiene un compromiso con la historia.
(2023-11-28). Presidente venezolano reitera llamado a votar en referéndum en defensa del Esequibo. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado indicó que Venezuela tiene un compromiso con la historia.
(2023-11-28). 40 países favorecen solución de dos Estados para conflicto palestino. telesurtv.net El canciller de España apuntó que la Autoridad Nacional Palestina constituye "nuestro único socio posible para la paz".
(2023-11-28). Hamas acusa a Israel de violar tregua temporal en Gaza. telesurtv.net El vocero del brazo armado de Hamás, Abu Obeida, afirmó que Israel cometió "una clara violación" del acuerdo de tregua.
(2023-11-28). Rescatan exitosamente a 41 obreros atrapados en túnel de India. telesurtv.net El ministro de Transporte por Carretera y Autopistas afirmó que es "una de las operaciones de rescate más importantes"
(2023-11-28). Prosiguen esfuerzos para rescatar a obreros atrapados en India. telesurtv.net El nuevo plan se basa en cavar a mano nueve metros con una técnica denominada "minería de agujeros de rata".
(2023-11-28). Tropas israelíes asesinan a tres jóvenes palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Amr Ahmed Jamil Wahdan, de 14 años, fue asesinado durante una incursión sionista en la aldea de Tayasir, en Tubas.
(2023-11-28). Venezuela y Belarús instalan Comisión Conjunta de Alto Nivel. telesurtv.net La comisión basada en una hoja de ruta de 10 años fue instalada durante el encuentro "Geopolítica de Paz e Integración".
(2023-11-28). Más de 356.000 efectivos vigilarán referendo sobre el Esequibo. telesurtv.net Delcy Rodríguez realizó las declaraciones tras la reunión del Consejo de vicepresidentes junto con el Gabinete de Seguridad.
(2023-11-28). Sunday 11/26: Tenants Fighting Eviction to Picket KP Market, Threatening Boycott. indybay.org KP Market (2370 Telegraph Avenue)…
(2023-11-28). Tenants Fighting Eviction Picket KP Market, Threatening Boycott. indybay.org
(2023-11-28). National Parks Are More Than Scenic ‚àí They're Sacred. popularresistance.org Abraham Lincoln has an almost saintly place in U.S. history: the "Great Emancipator" whose leadership during the Civil War preserved the Union and abolished slavery. | Often overlooked among his achievements is legislation he signed June 30, 1864, during the thick of the war — but only marginally related to the conflict. The Yosemite Valley Grant Act preserved the Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove in California as a park "held for public use, resort, and recreation … for all time." | It was the first time the federal government had set aside land for its scenic value, and it created a model for U.S. nati…
(2023-11-28). How to Carbonize Planet Earth. counterpunch.org 
(2023-11-28). How to Carbonize Planet Earth. counterpunch.org Imagine this: humanity in its time on Earth has already come up with two distinct ways of destroying this planet and everything on it. The first is, of course, nuclear weapons, which once again surfaced in the ongoing nightmare in the Middle East. (An Israeli minister recently threatened to nuke Gaza.) The second, you won't
(2023-11-28). Are there any paranoids in the stadium tonight? Two nights in Santiago with Roger Waters. peoplesdispatch.org Vijay Prashad reflects on two nights of Roger Waters' tour "This is not a drill", which has faced backlash from the Zionist lobby in several countries…
(2023-11-28). Old and New Thinking. counterpunch.org "These machines will eventually need to have the power to take lethal action on their own, while remaining under human oversight in how they are deployed. Individual decisions versus not doing individual decisions is the difference between winning and losing — and you're not going to lose. I don't think people we would be up against
(2023-11-28). Biden announces raft of measures aimed at securing supply chains for World War III. wsws.org The focus on the supply chain as a national security issue is an ominous warning that, on top of the proxy war against Russia in Ukraine and the Israeli genocide in Gaza, Washington is moving rapidly towards opening a third front, this time against China.
(2023-11-28). Suspected shooter arrested on attempted murder charges in shooting of three Palestinian college students in Vermont. wsws.org The Burlington Police Department announced that Jason J. Eaton, 48, was arrested Sunday afternoon near the scene of the shooting.
(2023-11-28). UN warns "humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza is getting worse" as Israel plans to resume onslaught after "pause" wsws.org Israel is using a four-day "pause" in its onslaught—which will reportedly be extended for another two days—to make preparations for an even more ruthless onslaught on southern Gaza.
(2023-11-28). NSW police arrest more than 100 Australian climate change protesters. wsws.org The mass arrests in Newcastle, presided over by the state Labor government, were part of a broader assault on protests, including actions opposing the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Tens of thousands protest in Ottawa against Israel's genocidal assault on Gaza. wsws.org The protest was a repudiation of the political and media establishment's campaign to smear, intimidate and witch-hunt those opposing the genocide in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Surge of respiratory illness in northern China part of global outbreak of pneumonia among children. wsws.org Cases of influenza-like illnesses have seen thousands of children hospitalized recently. China's health authorities have told the World Health Organization that these illnesses are being caused by the continuing rise in mycoplasma pneumonias combined with other known seasonal viral pathogens.
(2023-11-28). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Teachers in Uruguay conducted a 24-hour protest strike against cuts while 1,000 Winnipeg, Manitoba transit workers again voted down a sellout deal pushed by their union.
(2023-11-28). US invests in Colombo Port, deepening tensions with China. wsws.org US involvement in the project is in line with its geo-strategic moves to undermine Beijing's growing influence in the Indian Ocean region and its preparations for war against China.
(2023-11-28). Home ownership the "preserve of the rich" in Australia. wsws.org In Sydney, Australia's most populous city, households need to earn a staggering $261,733 annually for a mortgage on an average-priced home.
(2023-11-28). Rail workers in Germany can place no trust in the union leadership! Join the Rail Action Committee! wsws.org The GDL rail union is looking for a deal it can sell as a success and that does not jeopardise the "profitability of the railways."
(2023-11-28). Royal Mail workers denounce stitch up of reps and members by the Communication Workers Union in Falconer Review. wsws.org It is an obscenity that the livelihoods of fighters for the working class are threatened. Those who should face the axe are the pro-company bureaucracy responsible for the betrayal of those they were meant to represent.
(2023-11-28). Censorship campaign against Roger Waters intensifies on his Latin American tour. wsws.org After the censorship campaign against Roger Waters in the US and Europe, the acclaimed singer has been targeted on the Latin American leg of his "This is Not a Drill" tour amid Israel's genocide in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Palestinian theater calls for international performance of the play The Gaza Monologues. wsws.org The Ashtar theater in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank has called for performances around the world on November 29 of The Gaza Monologues.
(2023-11-28). Australia protesters denounce Gaza genocide: "The whole capitalist system has shown its true face" wsws.org "I've lost nearly 45 members of my family there. Most of their houses are destroyed, and whoever is left are homeless. So it's very close to my heart."
(2023-11-28). San Diego Sweetwater educators begin contract vote, as union bureaucrats use scare tactics against opposition. wsws.org Educators must not be intimidated by this threat. If they organize a real struggle, unencumbered by the treacherous union bureaucracy, they can win their demands.
(2023-11-28). London's "National March Against Antisemitism" aimed at legitimising Israel's genocide of the Palestinians. wsws.org The march was held in support of the grotesque political lie that opposition to Israel's genocide in Gaza is equivalent to anti-Jewish hatred.
(2023-11-28). Official "Secret" Israeli Document Revealed: Expel All Palestinians from Gaza, Israeli Intelligence Ministry. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). "Silence is not an option": celebrities speak out against genocide. peoplesdispatch.org Academy Award Winning Actor Susan Sarandon was dropped from her long-time agency United Talent Agency (UTA) on November 21, days after addressing a rally in support of Palestine and a ceasefire in New York City on Friday, November 17. | "There are a lot of people afraid of being Jewish at this time, and are getting a taste of what it feels like to be a Muslim in this country, so often subjected to violence," she said, commenting on the decades of racism and Islamophobia that has been stirred up by dominant institutions in the United States bent on a reason to justify imperialist interests in the Middle East. | Me…
(2023-11-28). Amazon Fined Just $7,000 Over Indiana Worker's Death Caused by Unsafe Conditions. truthout.org After an 11-week investigation into the workplace death of Caes Gruesbeck, a 20-year-old employee at an Amazon distribution center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, safety officials fined the company only $7,000, despite finding that Amazon failed to ensure a workplace "free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death," and issuing a serious safety citation. |
(2023-11-28). Idaho Asks Supreme Court to Let State Prosecute Doctors, Ban Abortions. truthout.org The state of Idaho, represented by the Alliance Defending Freedom — designated a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center — asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to allow its abortion ban to take full effect. Idaho's Defense of Life Act is one of the strictest abortion bans in the country and imposes criminal penalties on doctors who perform abortions in the state. In 2022… |
(2023-11-29). Diddy Steps Aside As Chairman Of Revolt After Blockbuster Legal Settlement With Cassie. moguldom.com Sean "Diddy" Combs, the music mogul and co-founder of Revolt TV, has temporarily stepped down from his role as chairman of the network amid a series of sexual assault lawsuits, according to a spokesperson for Combs. The move comes in the wake of a high-profile legal settlement with R&B singer Cassie, who accused him of …
(2023-11-29). Israeli Occupation Forces Violated Terms of the Gaza Truce Again. orinocotribune.com 
Al Mayadeen correspondent in Gaza confirmed that Israeli occupation forces violated the ceasefire by firing bullets in northern Gaza, after a series of breaches. | The Al Mayadeen correspondent in Gaza confirmed that Israeli occupation forces violated the ceasefire by firing gunshots in northern Gaza, particularly in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood. | He revealed that the occupation forces fired artillery and smoke shells west of the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood during their withdrawal, aiming to cover their retreat from the central part of the neighborhood towards Rashid Street. | Al Mayadeen's correspondent in the…
(2023-11-29). UN envoy: Iran's missile, space programs fully in compliance with international law. presstv.ir Iran's UN envoy says the country's missile and space programs are fully in compliance with its legitimate rights under international law.
(2023-11-29). Iran warns US, Israel of 'harsh consequences' if war crimes continue in Gaza. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister warns the US and Israel that they will face 'harsh consequences' if they keep committing crimes in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-29). Hamas once again scores major victory in cognitive war against Tel Aviv: Israeli think tank. presstv.ir An Israeli independent think-tank has confirmed that the Palestinians resistance movement Hamas has scored more victories against Israel.
(2023-11-29). Canadians demonstrate for Palestine. presstv.ir The temporary pause in the bombardment of Gaza did not stop Canadians from holding a historic national march in the capital city in solidarity with Palestinians.
(2023-11-29). Leader: Iran Navy's progress since 1979 revolution 'unbelievable, remarkable'. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei hails achievements made by the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy after the 1979 Islamic Revolution as "remarkable and unbelievable."
(2023-11-29). Hamas says it confronted Israeli forces violating truce after brief extension. presstv.ir Hamas' military wing says it confronted Israeli forces after they violated the ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-29). Palestinians going through 'one of the darkest chapters' of their history. presstv.ir Guterres also says Palestinians were going through "one of the darkest chapters" of their history.
(2023-11-29). US, Israeli spy chiefs discussing 'next phase' of Gaza truce: Report. presstv.ir Spy chiefs of the US and Israel are discussing the 'next phase' of the current ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Qatar, a source says.
(2023-11-29). Border confrontations with Israel catastrophic for Lebanon's tourism sector. independent.co.ug 
Beirut, Lebanon | Xinhua | Confrontations between Israel and Hezbollah, a Shiite military group in Lebanon, on Lebanon's southern border have had a disastrous effect on the country's tourism sector, said industry experts. Due to the ongoing border tension that has lasted for more than seven weeks, many hotels outside of Beirut, the capital …
(2023-11-29). Huawei hosts 2023 Africa 5G Summit. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Africa 5G Summit, a prominent event within the sixth Southern Africa Mobile Broadband (MBB) VIP Salon, underscored the pivotal role of 5G in shaping Africa's business landscape. Hosted by Huawei and held during AfricaCom, the continent's largest technology conference, the summit convened industry leaders, government regulators, and representatives from various …
(2023-11-29). Nawangwe pardons students suspended for protesting eviction of businesses. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University Vice Chancellor Barnabas Nawangwe has pardoned three students who were suspended for protesting the eviction of small businesses at the university. In 2022, Makerere University Council ordered all businesses to vacate campus premises, a decision that was recently implemented. The businesses included photocopy and stationery shops, food …
(2023-11-29). Many actors, stunt workers, and now production assistants, oppose tentative SAG-AFTRA agreement. wsws.org Opposition continues to mount among rank and file actors and entertainment workers after details of the tentative agreement between SAG-AFTRA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) were released last Friday.
(2023-11-28). Fact Check: A Record 40% Of All US Homes Currently Don't Have Mortgages. moguldom.com More American households are owning their homes free and clear with the burden of paying a mortgage out of the picture, according to a new data analysis from Zillow. The data reveals that 37 percent of homes in 2017 no longer had mortgages to pay. Zillow isn't the only one supporting this claim. Data from …
(2023-11-28). Amazon's Mightiest Apex Predator, The Jaguar. pressenza.com 
by: Assaf Levy, In the past, jaguars were revered as deities, but currently, their population is being drastically reduced throughout their habitat. | Explore the deep, dense jungles where a stunning and mighty creature resides—the incredible jaguar. This majestic big cat grabs your attention and sparks your imagination with its captivating patterns and intense gaze. Join me on an exciting journey through the lush trees as we uncover the mysteries of this fascinating animal. | Learn about its special traits, find out how many are left in the wild, and understand why it's…
(2023-11-28). Democracy Now! 2023-11-28 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for November 28, 2023; "Atmosphere of Hate": AFSC Leader & Palestinian Vermonter on Shooting of 3 College Students; Jeremy Scahill: Israel's "Lethal Lie" About Al-Shifa Hospital as Hamas Base Was Co-Signed by Biden; Remembering Pablo Yoruba Guzmán, Young Lords Co-Founder, Afro-Latino Leader, Legendary NYC Journalist | Headlines for November 28, 2023; "Atmosphere of Hate": AFSC Leader & Palestinian Vermonter on Shooting of 3 College Students; Jeremy Scahill: Israel's "Lethal Lie" About Al-Shifa Hospital as Hamas Base Was Co-Signed by Biden; Rememb…
(2023-11-28). Democracy Now! 2023-11-28 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for November 28, 2023; "Atmosphere of Hate": AFSC Leader & Palestinian Vermonter on Shooting of 3 College Students; Jeremy Scahill: Israel's "Lethal Lie" About Al-Shifa Hospital as Hamas Base Was Co-Signed by Biden; Remembering Pablo Yoruba Guzmán, Young Lords Co-Founder, Afro-Latino Leader, Legendary NYC Journalist | Headlines for November 28, 2023; "Atmosphere of Hate": AFSC Leader & Palestinian Vermonter on Shooting of 3 College Students; Jeremy Scahill: Israel's "Lethal Lie" About Al-Shifa Hospital as Hamas Base Was Co-Signed by Biden; Rememb…
(2023-11-28). Genocide in Gaza, Activists Shut Down Manhattan Bridge. Demonstrators Disrupt Macy's Parade Over Protest-Filled Weekend. pressenza.com In New York, over 1,000 peaceful protesters held a sit-in protest Sunday at the entrance to the Manhattan Bridge, halting traffic to downtown Brooklyn. Protesters, led by Jewish Voice for Peace, unfurled banners reading "Let Gaza Live" and "The Whole World Is Watching" as they sat in the roadway chanting, "Up with liberation! Down with occupation!" Their protest came three days after protesters disrupted the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to demand an end to U.S. support for Israel's occupation and bombardment of Gaza. Protesters wore jumpsuits covered in fake blood and glued themselves to the street, briefly dis…
(2023-11-28). Xi chairs leadership meeting on Yangtze River Economic Belt development, CPC leadership over foreign affairs. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Nov. 27 held a meeting to review Guidelines on Policies and Measures for Further Promoting High-Quality Development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, and Regulations on the CPC Leadership over Foreign Affairs. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, chaired the meeting.
(2023-11-28). Released Israeli hostage thanks Hamas for making daughter feel 'like a queen'. geo.tv 
Israeli mother wrote letter to Hamas thanking them for their "kindness and compassion" during 49-day captivity…
(2023-11-28). Elon Musk visits Hamas-hit Israeli areas, meets Netanyahu to clear name in antisemitism row. geo.tv 
Elon Musk and Netanyahu agreed on the necessity to eliminate Hamas for peace…
(2023-11-28). 'Prophet Song': Did Paul Lynch get Booker Prize because his novel predicted Dublin riots?>. geo.tv 
Paul Lynch's novel 'Prophet Song' is about the rise of a fascist regime in a dystopian Dublin…
(2023-11-28). India arrests Kashmiri students for raising pro-Pakistan slogans, celebrating World Cup defeat. geo.tv 
IIOJK police charge seven university students with draconian anti-terror laws…
(2023-11-28). David Fuller: How necrophiliac 'morgue monster' molested 101 dead women unnoticed in UK. geo.tv 
David Fuller was apprehended 33 years after the murders of Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce in 1987…
(2023-11-28). Uttarakhand tunnel rescue: All 41 trapped workers evacuated after 17 days of nonstop digging. geo.tv 
The labourers trapped in Uttarakhand collapsed tunnel received sustenance through a 53-meter pipe and remained in good health…
(2023-11-28). Ex-Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson opens up on 'worrying' health concerns. geo.tv 
Jeremy Clarkson expresses concerns over hearing loss, risk of developing dementia; reveals he will be using hearing aids…
(2023-11-28). In boost to 'Saudi Vision', Riyadh wins vote to host World Expo 2030. geo.tv 
World Expo 2030 is grand event that attracts millions of people and is specifically tailored to address contemporary issues…
(2023-11-28). Future of Harry Potter's iconic Hogwarts Express faces derailment amid safety dispute. geo.tv 
The train, operational from March to October, attracts approximately 750 daily passengers during peak seasons…
(2023-11-28). Winter 2023 National Immigrant Solidarity Network News Alert! indybay.org Breaking his campaign promise — amid a migrant crisis, Biden to build new section of racist border wall!
(2023-11-28). Sabotaging EU Pesticide Reduction Law (SUR). pressenza.com 
Pesticide industry lobby's reckless assault on biodiversity and health | It is make-or-break time for several urgent key topics under the EU's Green Deal and its Farm to Fork Strategy. In June this year for example, the Nature Restoration Law became the center of a turbulent media storm when the right-wing conservative group in the European Parliament tried to kill it as part of a publicity stunt to launch their EU election campaign. | Next up will be the pesticide reduction law (Sustainable Use Regulation, or SUR), which has been under attack from the very start. Industry lobbies and their allies have waged a re…
(2023-11-28). Europe worries about the rise of "populism", but real specter haunting EU is "maidanization" pressenza.com In the Netherlands, the PVV (Freedom Party), led by controversial politician Geert Wilders, often described as "far-right" and "populist", won about 37 of the 150 seats in the Dutch parliament. While talks have started to form the new government, Wilders and his party are now in a leading position. Predictably, much is being written now about the rise of "populism" in Europe, while Western discourses try to link it to far-right Nazi-Fascism. | Whether one likes the "populist" wave or not, this being an umbrella term for a variety of movements, it would be simply inaccurate to equate all such groups with Fascism i…
(2023-11-28). Rep McGovern attend the meeting of U.N. #TPNW2MSP Nov. 27. pressenza.com 
For the first time since the Nuclear Ban Treaty was agreed by 122 countries at the United Nations in 2017, the US Congress is represented at a treaty meeting. The Second Meeting of State Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear…
(2023-11-28). Turks in Istanbul protest death of civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Istanbul on Friday to protest civilian deaths in the Gaza Strip and express support for the Palestinians.
(2023-11-28). Region 'let down' by West's reaction to Israeli crimes in Gaza: Qatar. presstv.ir Qatar's Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani has slammed the West's support for Israel's war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Biden ditched staff advice to dismiss fake news on 'Hamas beheading babies'. presstv.ir The US president dismissed the recommendation that he cut a line about Hamas beheading babies "because those reports were unverified."
(2023-11-28). On Not Asking "Should I Insert Myself in the Text?" publicbooks.org "We are obliged to acknowledge what we see and how we organize what we see."
(2023-11-28). 2020 Delhi riots: Court acquits 9 accused of arson, vandalism. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : A court here has acquitted nine accused people of all charges, including rioting, vandalism, and arson, during the 2020 Delhi riots, saying they were entitled to the benefit of the doubt. Additional Sessions Judge Pulastya Pramachala was hearing a case against the accused, who were accused of being a part of a …
(2023-11-28). ASI seeks 3 weeks' more to submit Gyanvapi mosque survey report. muslimmirror.com Varanasi : The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has sought three more weeks to submit the scientific survey report of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi. The survey had concluded almost a month ago and the ASI had sought extra time to file its report. The last extension was on November 18, when the ASI asked …
(2023-11-28). Justice collapsed and United Nations died on 29 November 1947 when Israel was created in Palestine. muslimmirror.com By Latheef Farook November 29 marks the day when the United Nations, under pressure from US, Britain and Europe, divided Palestine and created an artificial state for imported Jews in violation of all accepted norms , laws and moral principles. The main purpose of planting this alien entity in Palestine was to ensure Middle East …
(2023-11-28). Softer provision of UAPA invoked against arrested students: J-K Police. muslimmirror.com Srinagar : After it faced flak from a section of politicians, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday defended booking under UAPA seven university students who had raised objectionable slogans after the Indian cricket team's in the World Cup final, saying it had invoked a "softer provision" of the anti-terror law. Several politicians, including the …
(2023-11-28). UN experts call for independent investigations into crimes committed in Israel, Palestine. muslimmirror.com ATHENS : A group of UN experts called for full and independent investigations into crimes committed in Israel and Palestine in a joint statement on Monday. Urging Israel, the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank and authorities in Gaza to cooperate fully with the investigations, they said "independent investigators must be given the necessary resources, …
(2023-11-28). UP temple 'purified with gangajal' after Muslim MLA's visit. muslimmirror.com Siddharthnagar : A temple in Uttar Pradesh's Siddharthnagar district was 'purified' with 'gangajal' after a visit by a Muslim MLA of the Samajwadi Party. Doomariyaganj MLA Sayeda Khatoon had on Sunday visited the Samay Mata temple at the invitation of the local people to participate in a 'Shatchandi Mahayagya.' After she left, some people not …
(2023-11-28). Africa & Byzantium. independent.co.ug 
Exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, show how cultural cross-pollination thrived across centuries and continents under Byzantine rule ART | AGENCIES | While trans-continental interventions on the African continent began with the 15th-century arrival of the Portuguese, the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Africa & Byzantium exhibition demonstrates how the continent had been engaged …
(2023-11-28). Africa Cup of Nations: 1xBet tells about continent's main football tournament intrigue. independent.co.ug 
The bookmaker company 1xBet is a reliable partner of the Africa Cup of Nations and, together with you, is counting the days until the start of the football festival! Place The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations will take place from January 13 to February 11 in Cote d'Ivoire, with Abidjan, Bouaké, Corhogo, San Pedro …
(2023-11-28). 'Africa running out of time to sort looming pensions crisis'. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An expert at the ongoing 4th Annual Conference of the African Pension Supervisors Association (APSA) in Kampala has said urgent steps need to be taken to reverse a trend in which the continent has only 10% pension coverage of its population. Sundeep Raichura, Group Chief Executive Officer Zamara says that …
(2023-11-28). C-Care Uganda marks men health awareness 'Movember'. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | C-Care Uganda, Uganda's largest private healthcare network, has this month, joined the rest of the world to raise men's health awareness, with special attention to testicular and prostate cancers. The healthcare providers kicked off the month by providing discounted prostate and testicular cancer screening in all their clinics countrywide. …
(2023-11-28). Coca-Cola cement partnership to fuel plastic waste solution. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Plastic waste will be put to good use as an alternative fuel in cement production thanks to a new three-year partnership between Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) and Hima Cement Limited announced on Nov.17 in Kampala. CCBU will provide Hima Cement access to plastic waste from its operations for handling and …
(2023-11-28). Entrepreneurs urged to tap into opportunities in the digital economy for growth and Innovation. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a bid to accelerate business growth and foster solutions for last-mile communities, experts are advising entrepreneurs to tap into the burgeoning opportunities within the digital economy. This call was made during the Uganda Innovation Week held last week, a collaborative effort by Startup Uganda in partnership with Innovation …
(2023-11-28). Former Uganda railways boss granted bail. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Buganda Road Magistrates Court has granted a sh1 million cash bail to Stanley Ssendegeya, the former managing director of Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) who is facing forgery charges. Court presided over by Sienna Owomugisha granted him bail Monday after finding that his sureties including his wife, son, and …
(2023-11-28). Hajji Kiyimba, son charged for inciting violence at UMSC. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Law Development Centre Court in Kampala has charged businessman Abdul Kiyimba and his son Hamuza Kiyimba with incitement to violence. He has been granted bail. On Monday, the two appeared before the Grade One Magistrate Martins Kirya and denied the charges. There was heavy security deployment at the …
(2023-11-28). James Kamwesiga, educationist and church laity leader, has died. independent.co.ug 
TODAY — Tuesday, November 28 ‚û°Ô∏è12.00 — Mass St Angela Bugema WEDNESDAY November 29 ‚û°Ô∏è 6.00pm —Mass at Home. Official vigil. THURSDAY November 30 ‚û°Ô∏è9.00am — Requiem Mass at Christ the King FRIDAY December 1 ‚û°10.00am — Official burial at home Nyamiyaga 01, Nyarurambi Parish, Nyamirama Sub County West Kinkizi West County Kanungu district. Kampala, …
(2023-11-28). Kampala-Namanve railway works finally near completion. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The rehabilitation of the Kampala-Namanve railway is finally entering the last phase. This stretch, which is part of the Kampala-Mukono line was scheduled for completion in September, but "unforeseen circumstances" delayed it, according to John Linonn Sengendo, the Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) spokesman. He said, the works initially encountered resistance …
(2023-11-28). Kitutu fails to block iron sheet trial. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti-Corruption Court has rejected Minister for Karamoja Affairs Mary Gorreti Kitutu's plea challenging her trial in the iron sheets scandal on grounds of alleged torture. Lady Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga, presiding over the court on Tuesday, dismissed Kitutu's application, stating it lacked substantial evidence and contained falsehoods, as …
(2023-11-28). Mpuuga stranded after DP, FDC call off plenary boycott. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Opposition legislators are in disarray following a decision by the Democratic Party — DP, and Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) to call off the ongoing boycott of plenary sittings in parliament. On October 19th, 2023, Mathias Mpuuga, the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament led a group of legislators to …
(2023-11-28). NCDC special needs tutor training flops over poor accommodation. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) training session came to an unexpected halt on Monday after a group of Center Coordinating Tutors (CCT) raised concern about inadequate accommodation and unclear communication from the organizers. The CCTs all returned home. The Center Coordinating Tutors had been selected to undergo specialized …
(2023-11-28). Not even the rain could stop Roast and Rhyme. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 19th edition of Roast and Rhyme that was held on Sunday at Jahazi Pier Munyonyo was a powerful testament to Ugandans' commitment to having a good time on a weekend. From the moment the gates opened at noon, guests were ushered into the venue and took their …
(2023-11-28). Planning for a future beyond 1.5 ∞C. independent.co.ug 
It is apparent we are barreling toward global temperatures at least 2 ∞C above pre-industrial levels COMMENT | SIMON ZADEK | The negotiators and activists preparing to attend the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai are grimly aware that there is no realistic chance of limiting global warming to 1.5 ∞ Celsius above pre-industrial levels. …
(2023-11-28). PPPs needed to bridge Africa's infrastructure gap. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |Public-private partnerships are crucial to closing the financing gap for infrastructure development in Africa, and governments and the private sector should work together to create effective PPPs, said Dr Robert Lisinge, Acting Director of the Private Sector Development and Finance Division at the UN Economic Commission for Africa. "Financing Africa's …
(2023-11-28). Stress Clinic entertainment show set for Nov 29 at UMA showground. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stress Clinic, an entertainment project will officially kick off on November 29 at the Uganda Manufacturers Association base in Lugogo, some 4km from Kampala City Centre, the organisers said on Monday. Winnie Nwagi and Maddox Sematimba are some of the big artists that will entertain the audience. …
(2023-11-28). UDB opens physical branch in Gulu, hints at other touchpoints in country cities. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Development Bank (UDB), the country's Development Finance Institution (DFI) has recently launched its inaugural regional office situated in Gulu City aimed at serving Northern Uganda. Situated along Lower Church Hill Drive, the Gulu City office will act as a liaison point for all the districts that constitute …
(2023-11-28). Second meeting of TPNW States Parties opens in New York. pressenza.com The first day of the second meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons opened on Monday 27 November at 10 a.m. and lasted all day at the United Nations headquarters in New York. | The second meeting of the States Parties runs from 27 November to 1 December with Mexico as chairman. | During the morning meeting, the President emphasised that the risks of a nuclear catastrophe are real and increasing due to the modernisation of the arsenals and the current geopolitical tensions, so this meeting becomes a milestone in stopping and reversing the current course. The work of civil soci…
(2023-11-28). Palestinian theater calls for international performances of the play The Gaza Monologues. wsws.org The Ashtar theater in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank has called for performances around the world on November 29 of The Gaza Monologues.
(2023-11-29). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 54: Two children killed by Israeli forces in Jenin amid discussions of truce extension. mondoweiss.net 
As leaders discuss extending the temporary truce, Israeli forces kill two children, including an 8-year-old boy, in the occupied West Bank. Meanwhile, Gaza is still facing a grave humanitarian crisis, with children on the front line.
(2023-11-29). Friday 12/1: Writers Against the War on Gaza: Bay Area Teach-In. indybay.org Arab Cultural and Community Center | 2 Plaza St. | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-11-29). Thursday 11/30: Community Forum for Oakland Families. indybay.org La Escuelita (the Great Room) | 1050 2nd Ave | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-29). Tuesday 11/28: Berkeley City Council Meeting for Ceasefire Resolution. indybay.org 1231 Addison St. | Berkeley, CA…
(2023-11-29). Wednesday 11/29: Marin Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Outside of Representative Huffman's office | 1002 4th Street and City Plaza | San Rafael, CA…
2023-11-28: News Headlines
(2023-11-28). 10 drugs to fight HIV, TB, malaria to be vulnerable to climate change. plenglish.com United Nations, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) UNITAD, an international financing mechanism for treating several diseases, warned on Tuesday that 10 products to combat HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria would be vulnerable to climate change.
(2023-11-28). French warship to assist wounded people in Gaza. plenglish.com Paris, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The French helicopter carrier Dixmude has docked in Egypt and could start treating wounded children from Gaza later this week, Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Tuesday, as Western powers look to ramp up efforts to aid the enclave.
(2023-11-28). Koch-tied group backs Haley to beat Donald Trump. plenglish.com Washington, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The political network financed largely by billionaire Charles Koch is endorsing former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley in the Republican primary, affording her new support against her Republican rivals in the fight to be the alternative to Donald Trump.
(2023-11-28). BINUH condemns surge of gang violence in Haiti ¥s Bas Artibonite. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Over 1,690 people were killed, wounded or kidnapped in Bas Artibonite, some 100 km off north of Haiti ¥s capital, the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) condemned on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). El Salvador has largest army in Central America. plenglish.com When President Nayib Bukele took office in 2019, he promised to increase the number of military personnel to 40,000 troops. Today, it has reached 24,500, the highest compared with Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, where there are 27,460 police officers. | La Prensa Gráfica newspaper indicated that in the last five years, the defense budget has increased from 141 to 250.6 million dollars in 2023. The military forces currently participate in missions in the war declared against gangs along with the police. | The data published in the digital magazine states that El Salvador is the second Central American country…
(2023-11-28). Russia: The rise of the Global South at the Primakov Readings. plenglish.com Moscow, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) On the second and closing day of the International Forum Primakov Readings in the Russian capital, a panel on the rise of the Global South was held, with the participation of experts from several nations, Prensa Latina reported on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). Al Mayadeen stresses commitment to martyrs and Palestine. plenglish.com Beirut, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Al Mayadeen does not abandon its martyrs and the people of Palestine, the president of the Board of Directors of the pan-Arab network, Ghassan Ben Jeddou, stressed.
(2023-11-28). Finland's policy on common border is irrational, says Grushko. plenglish.com Moscow, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The Finnish Government's decision to shut the checkpoints on the border with Russia is irrational, Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said after addressing reporters during the International Forum Primakov Readings on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). Cuban Parliament calls for second ordinary session. plenglish.com The sessions will begin on December 20 of this year, starting at 9: 00 a.m. (local time), at the Convention Palace in the capital. | According to previous information, the provincial governments of Cienfuegos and Las Tunas, as well as the Ministry of Industry, in its capacity as an Agency of the Central State Administration, will render an account at the meeting of the Legislative Body. | In both territories, compliance with the objectives and goals of the Economy Plan and the State Budget Law will be evaluated, with emphasis on the performance of basic services to the population, such as health, education, trans…
(2023-11-28). Justice and rule-of-law strengthen world peace — Pope Francis. plenglish.com Vatican City, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) In a message to the International Development Law Organization (IDLO), celebrating its 40th anniversary, Pope Francis recalls the importance of laws that protect the human person and authorities that enforce them.
(2023-11-28). The King Of Wall Street B.S. levernews.com
(2023-11-28). Zelensky Paranoid About the Military and Warns Commanders to Stay Out of Politics. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). UNESCO's Insidious Plan to "Regulate Social Media" and "Control Speech Online" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Electricity Sabotage Alert in Venezuela Amid Essequibo Referendum. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez stated that state security agencies remain active to address any sabotage to the electrical system or the consultative referendum on Essequibo, to be held this Sunday, December 3. | This Monday, November 27, Rodríguez held a press conference after a meeting of the Council of Vice Presidents, where they reviewed all the aspects to be considered for the electoral event that will be held this weekend. | In her speech, Delcy Rodríguez sent a message to those who "are planning" to sabotage the National Electric Service (SEN) after reporting that national authorities are monito…
(2023-11-28). Is It Time (Once Again) for Nonviolent Rebellion? tomdispatch.com When I was in my early twenties, I seriously considered murdering someone. He had given my best friend genital herpes, which many health practitioners then believed was the agent responsible for causing cervical cancer in women. (It wasn't.) Back in the 1970s, though, I believed that, by infecting my friend, he might have set in motion a process that would someday kill her. That he was an arrogant jerk made it that much easier for me to contemplate murdering him. But there was a larger context to my private dream of revenge. My anger was also fed by a growing awareness that so many of us were just then acquiring…
(2023-11-28). Thursday 11/30: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Bayanihan Youth Group: Let's Talk About Palestine Workshop. indybay.org 310 8th St. | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Writers Against the War on Gaza: Bay Area Teach-In. indybay.org Arab Cultural and Community Center | 2 Plaza St. | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-11-28). Thursday 11/30: Community Forum for Oakland Families. indybay.org La Escuelita (the Great Room) | 1050 2nd Ave | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-28). Tuesday 11/28: Berkeley City Council Meeting for Ceasefire Resolution. indybay.org 1231 Addison St. | Berkeley, CA…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Marin Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Outside of Representative Huffman's office | 1002 4th Street and City Plaza | San Rafael, CA…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Free screening of "People of the Land" indybay.org The New Parkway Theater | 474 24th St, Oakland, CA 94612 | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Understanding Christian Zionism Teach-In. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Thursday 11/30: November Codepink Community Call. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Tuesday 11/28: Urgent Action: Immigrant Youth for Palestine Power Hour! indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Was Don King A Hero More Than A Villain? A Look Back At Boxing Industry Legend. moguldom.com Don King is known on the surface for his boisterous behavior, fur coats, wild hair, and, then, later in life his MAGA stance. Beneath the bravado was a man considered one of the top boxing promoters ever. Boxing, however, can be a cut-throat sport. Some say King's legacy will show him as a hero for …
(2023-11-28). This open license must be revoked. mondoweiss.net The open license to weaponize antisemitism against any and all critics of Israel must be revoked.
(2023-11-28). Rot in the Civil Service. counterpunch.org There was no better example of Australia's politicised public service than its Home Affairs Secretary, Mike Pezzullo. In most other countries, he would have been the ideal conspirator in a coup, a tittletattler in the ranks and bound to brief against those he did not like. Give him a dagger, and he was bound to use it.
(2023-11-28). U.S. War Crimes Result in Hate Crimes. indybay.org While the United States continues to provide weapons for war crimes and genocide in Palestine, hate crimes toward Palestinians increased in the United States. Three Palestinians were shot last night in Vermont. This comes after a former US State Department was arrested for a racist rant and charged with a hate crime, after verbally assaulting a food vendor in New York City.
(2023-11-28). The Social Shame of Violence Against Women. counterpunch.org Women and men are now organizing across cultures and socioeconomic classes to challenge and change gender-based abuse and injustice. In Argentina, for example, there were 22 femicides in 2019, a number higher than the year before. Worldwide, the most common kind of gender violence is domestic violence, which occurs in the home or within the
(2023-11-28). The Dirty Tactics Of Zionist Censorship Against Pro-Palestine Voices. popularresistance.org Joining me to discuss this censorship is Dylan Saba, a staff attorney with Palestine Legal. He was commissioned by an editor at The Guardian newspaper to write about the campaign to silence voices critical of Israel's assault but was then informed shortly before the piece was to be published that the newspaper would not run it. So let's begin with this level of censorship which is probably unprecedented since maybe immediately after the events of 9/11. I was one of them attempting to denounce the calls to invade Iraq. But let's lay out its intensity, its reach, and then let's go into perhaps the causes of it.
(2023-11-28). United Kingdom's Rwanda Deportation Ruling Offers Assange Hope. popularresistance.org The judgment of the Supreme Court on the illegality of deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda was given massive publicity in connection with the sacking of Home Secretary Suella Braverman, but in fact it is a decision of much wider significance. | It also has great relevance to the coming High Court hearing on Julian Assange, both in terms of the arguments, some of which are common to both cases, and the stance of the judges, some of whom are also common to both cases. | Let me start with the point on which the Supreme Court decision turned — whether or not the court should independently determine whether…
(2023-11-28). World's largest iceberg breaks free in Antarctica. nationofchange.org "It was grounded since 1986 but eventually it was going to decrease (in size) sufficiently to lose grip and start moving. I spotted first movement back in 2020."
(2023-11-28). Sunday 12/3: Nancy Pelosi Intervention: "Ceasefire! No $ for Netanyahu's Genocide" indybay.org Nancy Pelosi's house, 2640 Broadway nr. Divisadero, San Francisco…
(2023-11-28). Report: Oil and gas production set to escalate under landmark US climate law. nationofchange.org Increased supply is largely going into exports as massive buildout of LNG export terminals undermines the Biden administration's much-touted climate legacy.
(2023-11-28). From a Released Hamas Captive: "I will forever be a prisoner of gratitude because she did not leave here with a lifelong psychological trauma." globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Gaza Truce Brings Lull in Attacks on US Troops in Iraq and Syria. news.antiwar.com Since October 17, US troops based in Iraq and Syria have come under steady rocket and drone fire. At least 73 attacks have been carried out on US bases in the two countries, but they have stopped since the truce between Israel and Hamas to facilitate the hostage deal came into effect on Friday. According …
(2023-11-28). Why First Nations People Regard America's Thanksgiving Day as a National Day of Mourning. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Critical role played by supply chains in focus ahead of expo. ecns.cn China's efforts to advance its industrial system will effectively bolster the global industry and supply chains, empowering both international and domestic businesses to capitalize on a multitude of market opportunities and boost their willingness to invest.
(2023-11-27). Yangtze belt development to get boost. ecns.cn A key meeting of the Communist Party of China highlighted on Monday the need to advance the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, calling for unwavering efforts to protect its ecology and environment and propel innovations in science and technology.
(2023-11-27). Industrial firms make steady recovery. ecns.cn China's industrial enterprises saw profits rise for a third straight month in October, an official survey showed on Monday, adding to a run of indicators pointing to a stabilizing economy.
(2023-11-27). Wenchang emerging as nation's first commercial space launch hub. ecns.cn Wenchang, a city in South China's Hainan province, is all set to ramp up its position as the hub of commercial spacecraft launches.
(2023-11-27). China's growth target of 5% will be reached, says central bank. ecns.cn China's central bank said on Monday that it expects the annual GDP growth target of around 5 percent will be reached, as the economy continues to return to the normal track.
(2023-11-27). Calls grow to extend truce in Palestine-Israel conflict. ecns.cn China's top diplomat Wang Yi will travel to New York to chair a UN Security Council high-level meeting on the Palestinian-Israeli issue on November 29, which is believed to be the latest effort by international community.
(2023-11-27). COP28 to send positive signal to international community. ecns.cn During the upcoming COP28 climate conference, China and the U.S. will hold a "methane and non-carbon dioxide greenhouse gas summit" with the UAE chair, to which other countries are invited to participate.
(2023-11-27). Xi chairs leadership meeting on Yangtze River Economic Belt development, CPC leadership over foreign affairs. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Monday held a meeting to review guidelines on policies and measures for further promoting the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt.
(2023-11-27). Malaysia's visa-free policy welcomed. ecns.cn Malaysia's new visa-free policy for Chinese travelers is a positive response to China's announcement that it will grant unilateral, visa-free entry to travelers from six countries including Malaysia, tourism industry insiders said.
(2023-11-28). Nefecon approved for use in China. ecns.cn Everest Medicines announced to media on Monday that China's National Medical Products Administration has approved its innovative medicine Nefecon for the treatment of primary immunoglobulin A nephropathy in adults at risk of disease progression.
(2023-11-28). China Eastern launches first flight between Jinan and Oceania. ecns.cn China Eastern Airlines launched the first flight between Jinan, capital of East China's Shandong province, and Sydney, Australia on Monday.
(2023-11-28). Chinese chip company unveils new self-developed CPU. ecns.cn Chinese chip company Loongson Technology unveiled its latest self-developed central processing unit, or CPU, in Beijing on Tuesday, which can be used in multiple applications across different platforms.
(2023-11-28). Elderly taking advantage of off-peak tours. ecns.cn In the year to mid-October, the number of travelers aged over 55 making bookings on its platform was double that in the same period last year, when strict COVID-19 pandemic precautions were in place.
(2023-11-28). China to chair UN meeting on Palestinian-Israeli issue. ecns.cn China, the rotating president of the United Nations Security Council for November, will hold a high-level meeting of the council on the Palestinian-Israeli issue on Wednesday, China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin announced.
(2023-11-28). Committee calls for action on adolescents' mental health. ecns.cn New techniques and multidisciplinary measures should be applied to intervention in adolescents' mental health, an expert said in response to the grim psychological issues affecting students in China.
(2023-11-28). 4 Chinese teens among 5 people killed in Canada crash. ecns.cn Five people — four teenagers and a 42-year-old woman — were killed in a two-vehicle crash in Huntsville, Canada, on Saturday, according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
(2023-11-28). Private sector sees more benefits from tax relief measures. ecns.cn China has appointed Hu Jinglin as Party secretary of the State Taxation Administration, the tax authority said on its website on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). PBOC vows to maintain the stability of renminbi. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China, the country's central bank, has reinforced its commitment to guarding the stability of the renminbi exchange rate after taking effective measures to cope with a transitory weakening of the Chinese currency in the past months.
(2023-11-28). Biden to skip UN's COP28, a major climate meeting. ecns.cn U.S. President Joe Biden, who has called climate change "the ultimate threat to humanity", won't attend the United Nations' major climate change summit that begins Thursday in Dubai.
(2023-11-28). Newly reported AIDS cases in Beijing down 49 pecent since 2016. ecns.cn The overall HIV/AIDS epidemic in Beijing is at a low prevalence level, with a steady decline in the number of new cases, said the city's center for disease control and prevention on Sunday.
(2023-11-28). BRI links countries together: Malaysian student in China. ecns.cn "The Belt and Road Initiative(BRI) is like a bridge, not only bringing countries closer but also profoundly impacting my life," said Joyce Ling Chieng Ying, a Malaysian student at Beijing Jiaotong University.
(2023-11-28). China's manned space engineering project delegation kicks off six-day visit to HK and Macao SARs. ecns.cn A delegation of China's manned space engineering project is paying a six-day visit to Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions from Tuesday through Sunday, the China Manned Space Engineering Office (CMSEO) announced on Tuesday.
(2023-11-28). Chinese Ministry of Public Security releases 10 typical cases of cracking down on cyberspace violence, illegal crimes. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security released 10 typical cases of cracking down on cases of cyberspace violence and illegal crimes.
(2023-11-28). Main artery of Shenzhen-Zhongshan link across Pearl River in Guangdong Province completed>. ecns.cn The main artery of the 24-kilometer-long Shenzhen-Zhongshan link in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) was completed on Tuesday, marking the most significant progress before the project is scheduled to open to traffic in 2024.
(2023-11-28). Crystal ice drifts in Heihe River. ecns.cn Crystal ice floats in the upper stream of Heihe River in Qilian County, Haibei Tibetan autonomous prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2023-11-28). Humboldt penguins visit parks in Nanjing. ecns.cn Two captive-bred penguins from Nanjing Underwater World visit a park to enjoy the colorful winter scenery, drawing visitors in Nanjing, east China's Jiangsu Province, Nov. 27, 2023.
(2023-11-28). Hamas releases 4th batch of hostages. ecns.cn Hamas on Monday handed over the fourth batch of 11 Israeli hostages held in Gaza to the Red Cross.
(2023-11-28). Xinhai ro-ro passenger terminal to start trial run in Haikou. ecns.cn Aerial view of the Xinhai ro-ro passenger terminal in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, Nov. 27, 2023. The new ferry terminal is planned to start trial run on Wednesday.
(2023-11-28). Giant pandas enjoy sunshine in Sichuan. ecns.cn Giant panda pigeon cubs Yu Ke and Yu Ai play in the sunshine at Chongqing Zoo, Nov. 27, 2023.
(2023-11-28). Winter scenery of Sayram Lake in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Fishermen fish on Sayram Lake in Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Surrounded by the snow-capped Tianshan Mountains, Sayram Lake, the largest alpine lake, shines under the blue sky.
(2023-11-28). Shenzhen-Zhongshan link in Greater Bay Area completed. ecns.cn Shenzhen-Zhongshan link is a core transportation hub project in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
(2023-11-28). Natural scenery of Ganquan Grand Canyon in Shaanxi. ecns.cn Sunshine has cast into the red cliffs of Ganquan Grand Canyon in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, forming a stunning view.
(2023-11-28). Good swimmer! Wild boar swims across Yangtze River in Nanjing. ecns.cn A staff member of the Nanjing Maritime Bureau spotted a wild boar swimming across the Yangtze River in east China's Jiangsu Province on Monday evening.
(2023-11-28). Insights | Former French Prime Minister calls for global consensus on climate action. ecns.cn The 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) is about to commence in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Former French Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin has said that the current situation of climate change is severe, and the most urgent task is to implement the Paris Agreement and take concrete actions. Raffarin called for taking climate action as an opportunity to build global consensus. "ÄÄ…
(2023-11-28). A look at Assange from inside the CIA, State Department & U.S. Military. mronline.org You may have heard of Julian Assange, but chances are that you haven't heard about him from inside the CIA, State Department and U.S. military.
(2023-11-28). Cuba's economists committed to Che's example. mronline.org On the eve of Economist's Day, it is important to review some aspects of Che's core ideas on the Political Economy of Socialism and especially when for some the solution to current problems is to completely free the market and reduce the role of the State in the economy.
(2023-11-28). ExxonMobil's land grab. mronline.org In 2014/15, the most sinister and predatory oil corporation in the world, ExxonMobil-an avowed enemy of Venezuela-discovered oil in land and sea of the disputed territory.
(2023-11-28). Ben Norton and Kevin Gosztola on Javier Milei's Election in Argentina. scheerpost.com By Kevin Gosztola / The Dissenter On this week's episode, Ben Norton, the editor of Geopolitical Economy Report, returns to the show to discuss the election result in Argentina. 'Libertarian' fascist Javier Milei beat center-right candidate Sergio Massa, who is Argentina's economic minister. Ben outlines who Milei is, how he became a popular figure, and the …
(2023-11-28). Israeli Tank Gunner Reveals Orders to Fire Indiscriminately Into Kibbutz — Report. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-28). Patrick Lawrence: Media's Fatal Compromises. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-28). Nov 28, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Lou Rawls — You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine Gaza and the Anti-Semitism Hoax, by Ron Unz The Greatest Evil is War, by Chris Hedges (Video) The Unspoken Elephant in the Room of Netanyahu's Intent in Gaza, by Alastair Crooke Inside AIPAC's Strategy to Back Israel's Cheerleaders and Punish the Squad, by Naomi LaChance Hamas Before and After Oct. 7, by As'ad AbuKhalil Genocidal Zionists Reveal Their True, Hideous Faces, by Kevin Barrett More lies, unprecedented destruction… by Mazin Qumsiyeh The masterful propaganda of 'deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust,' by Tom Suarez Wh…
(2023-11-28). Saturday 12/9: The War in Ukraine: Which Path Leads to Peace with Justice? indybay.org New Valencia Hall | 747 Polk St (near Ellis), SF | 7 blocks from Civic Center BART, on/near Muni #5, 19, 27, 31, 38, 49 | Wheelchair accessible ‚ôø…
(2023-11-28). Montana's Visionary Conservationists. counterpunch.org It's that time of year to be grateful for the good things, people and places in our lives. And given how quickly our state is changing in these days of endless promotion and development, Montanans might want to give thanks for those visionary conservationists who saw what was coming, broke with those who claimed the
(2023-11-28). The Feds Finally Banned the Use of Cyanide Bombs on BLM Lands. counterpunch.org The Biden Administration's Department of Interior has formally banned M-44 or what are known as cyanide bombs, from 245 million acres of Bureau of Land Management federal lands. M-44 are spring-loaded ejectors that contain cyanide poison that has been used for decades to kill predators. The M-44 is indiscriminate killing or poisoning any animals or,
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: SF: Shut it down! For Palestine. indybay.org Blackrock, 400 Howard st, SF…
(2023-11-28). Forty-one percent of imported firearms are in Paraguay's black market. plenglish.com Asunción, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Forty-one percent of the firearms imported by Paraguay in the last four years are in the hands of criminal gangs, according to a specialized official institution quoted by àöltima Hora on Monday.
(2023-11-28). World's first transatlantic flight on 100% sustainable aviation fuel takes off. imperial.ac.uk The world's first transatlantic flight run on 100% sustainable aviation fuel is taking off today from London Heathrow, bound for New York.
(2023-11-28). Australia's Role in the Bombing of Gaza. libya360.wordpress.com Kellie Tranter Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stands in front of an Israeli Air Force F-35 fighter jet at the Air Force's Nevatim base in southern Israel, undated (Photo: Amos Ben Gershom/Office of the President of Israel) Australian-equipped Israeli Air Force F-35 Joint Strike Fighters are being used to commit what amounts to war crimes in Gaza…
(2023-11-28). Banned Books, Arrests and Police Supression in the UK. libya360.wordpress.com Craig Murray At Saturday's great march in support of Palestine in London, police arrested members of the Communist Party of Great Britain Marxist-Leninist (CPGBML) for having a pamphlet on sale on their stall. Harpal-Brar-Zionism: A Racist, Anti-Semitic and Reactionary Tool of Imperialism The "illegal" pamphlet is entitled Zionism: A Racist, Anti-Semitic and Reactionary Tool of Imperialism….
(2023-11-28). Historic March Demands an End to Canada's Complicity in Israel's Crimes in Palestine. libya360.wordpress.com Tanupriya Singh Ottawa on November 25. 100,000 people marched in the Canadian capital on November 25 to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the complicity of the Canadian government in Israel's ongoing violence and colonization of Palestine 100,000 people took to the streets in Canada's capital of Ottawa on November 25…
(2023-11-28). Palestinian Resistance and the Crisis of Liberal Humanism. libya360.wordpress.com Yanis Iqbal Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, launched by Hamas on October 7, 2023, was a huge blow to the settler-colonial state of Israel: Al-Qassam Brigades captured 20 settlements and 11 military sites in merely a few hours. The attacks on Israeli civilian and military outposts destroyed the narcissistic sense of security associated with the carefully orchestrated narratives of…
(2023-11-28). What Would a Just Peace in Palestine Look Like? libya360.wordpress.com The Eclectic Radical A meme on Twitter has been asking "Where do the Israeli Jews go?" as if this is the supreme gotcha and this question completely invalidates all discussion of Palestinian liberation, as if Palestinian self-determination automatically means rendering the entire population of Israel homeless and stateless. This ignores the fact that the mere…
(2023-11-28). How popular are post-growth and post-capitalist ideas? Some recent data. mronline.org Here is a list of studies, surveys and polling results that shed some light on popular perceptions of post-growth and post-capitalist ideas.
(2023-11-28). Conformist Democrats Have Been in Denial. Now They're in a Panic. counterpunch.org
(2023-11-28). Conformist Democrats Have Been in Denial. Now They're in a Panic. counterpunch.org Over the weekend, Politico published the latest in a tidal wave of stories about President Biden's dwindling prospects for re-election. Under the headline "The Polls Keep Getting Worse for Biden," the article pointed out that Biden is trailing the presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump in a large majority of the latest polling. The trend is
(2023-11-28). "Lucifer's Banker: The Untold Story of How I Destroyed Swiss Bank Secrecy" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Israel's Insidious Narrative About Palestinian Prisoners. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). From South Africa to Palestine, apartheid will fall. liberationnews.org It may be tempting to feel hopeless in the face of Israel's seemingly omnipotent power over Palestinians, but in reality, Israel cannot win. We can look to the example of South Africa, where a colonial apartheid system was toppled in 1994, to understand some of the key factors that will ultimately lead to the end of apartheid in historic Palestine.
(2023-11-28). The Myth That Putin Was Bent On Conquering Ukraine. popularresistance.org There is a growing body of compelling evidence showing that Russia and Ukraine were involved in serious negotiations to end the war in Ukraine right after it started on 24 February 2022 (see below). These talks were facilitated by Turkish President Recep Erdogan and former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and featured detailed and candid discussions on the terms of a possible settlement. | By all accounts, these negotiations, which took place in March-April 2022, were making real progress when Britain and the US told Ukrainian President Zelensky to abandon them, which he did.
(2023-11-28). The Myth that Putin Was Bent on Conquering Ukraine and Creating a Greater Russia. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). The Unfulfilled promises of the Fort Laramie Treaty: A deep dive into a century-old conflict between the US and Native Nations. nationofchange.org Uncovering historical injustices—the ongoing struggle of the Sioux Nation against treaty violations.
(2023-11-28). Asylum policy: how to create a permanent crisis. indybay.org The principle of repression instead of adapting the asylum system to changing circumstances had long been established by this time. The discourse is being whipped up from the right. In its dispatch, the (German) Federal Council justifies its repressive package of measures with the dissatisfied mood among the population towards "delinquent asylum seekers."
(2023-11-28). Politics and Arrogance — Understanding Israel's October 7 Intelligence Failure. sonar21.com
(2023-11-28). Reflections on a Prayer Service for Gaza. counterpunch.org Washington DC is a city designed to evoke emotions. Coming up from the Metro into the Main Hall of Union Station, on my way to a prayer service for the people of Gaza, I paused to look at the Roman legionnaire statues standing guard over the crowds who entered and exited the great neo-Classical building.
(2023-11-28). How We Got to an Era of De-Civilization. counterpunch.org Human Beings are not showing off their best abilities of late. They appear to have mostly failed when it comes to climate change. For instance, "By 2100, average temperatures in the U.S. are expected to increase by approximately 8 ∞F or more (4.4 ∞C)" if the current high rate of greenhouse gas emissions is maintained. If "immediate
(2023-11-28). Dancing with broken hearts for the Palestinian children being freed. mondoweiss.net On Sunday, hundreds gathered in Ramallah to welcome Palestinian children set free from Israeli jails for the third consecutive day. It was a bittersweet victory however, with thousands still in jail and Israel's genocide continuing in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). O acordo com o Hamas revela as dificuldades de Israel. globalresearch.ca Depois de insistir que nà£o negociaria com o Hamas, Israel finalmente anunciou que concordou em participar numa troca de prisioneiros e na interrupàßà£o temporária dos combates. Os termos do acordo foram publicados por representantes do Qatar, sendo Doha o local …
(2023-11-28). International Delegation Pushes For Opening The Rafah Border To Gaza. popularresistance.org Recently, an international delegation traveled to Cairo, Egypt to visit the Rafah border crossing and pressure the United States to allow aid to be brought in to Gaza. Hundreds of trucks carrying aid are lined up at the border waiting for permission to enter. Clearing the FOG spoke with Sara Flounders, one of the members of the delegation, about the current situation in Gaza, the role of the United States in the genocide of Palestinians, how the current conflict is impacting the United States' drive to protect its hegemony and the blow back in Western Asia. Flounders also discusses the incredible solidarity acros…
(2023-11-28). ExxonMobil's Land Grab. popularresistance.org Attacks on Venezuela by the USA and its allies include 930 illegal sanctions that shut the country out from international finance blocking it from buying medicines, food or producing or selling its oil. Also there have been direct and indirect support for coup d'etat attempts, street violence leading to murders and injuries, cyberattacks on its electricity grid, sabotage of oil and infrastructure, financing criminal bands, corruption of officials, assassination attempt against the President and his cabinet, setting up a false presidency, appropriating CITGO oil company and billions of Venezuelan assets in banks,…
(2023-11-28). Gaza truce extended as Israel threatens even bigger attack. electronicintifada.net Hamas and Israel to exchange prisoners for an additional two days.
(2023-11-28). Biden punts on settler abuses. electronicintifada.net US State Department official has nothing new to say on lawbreaking Israelis in the occupied West Bank.
(2023-11-28). In Photos: Israel Leaves Trail of Destruction in Gaza After 48 Days of Bombing. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 52: Palestinians Brace For Israeli Attacks. popularresistance.org International leaders call for extending the truce as the fourth and final round of captive exchanges is set to take place. Palestinians in Gaza are still not able to count their dead as the majority of hospitals remain out of service.
(2023-11-28). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 53: Hostage exchange continues, Israel, Hamas agree to extend truce. mondoweiss.net Sorrow has taken root in Gaza as Palestinians queue to fill up fuel for cooking. Israel arrested more Palestinians than it released in the past four days of the truce.
(2023-11-28). Day 52 roundtable: Joy and tears in Palestine. electronicintifada.net "Life was beautiful," photojournalist Mahmoud Nasser says about living in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Europe Is Written Off. smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2023-11-28). Backing Biden for 2024, Conformist Democrats Have Been in Denial. indybay.org Now They're in a Panic.
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Land Back! From Palestine to the United States. indybay.org Old Capitol Books, 482 Alvarado St, Monterey…
(2023-11-28). Listen to Caracas (Arguments on Essequibo). orinocotribune.com By Wayne Kublalsingh — Nov 25, 2023 | At a news conference on November 21, Dr Keith Rowley was asked by a journalist why Venezuela was at this time ramping up its claim to Essequibo. He replied that this journalist should know the answer to the question. And he looked forward to reading the journalist's answer to his own question. Yet, the answer is complex and far from obvious. Any presumption of obviousness is not good. Unwise. | On October 25, Caricom issued a statement on the "border dispute". It was "deeply disappointed and concerned at the decree and subsequent statements by Venezuela with respect to t…
(2023-11-28). 'We Will Not Raise the White Flag:' Gaza Resistance. orinocotribune.com Palestinian factions in Gaza say that the battle against Israel will continue until 'all goals are achieved' | The spokesmen of the Palestinian resistance factions have given statements calling the Israeli agreement to a On 24 November, Secretary General of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Resistance Movement Ziad Nakhala said, "the truce is a clear admission of the enemy's setback, forced due to its losses in the [battle] field and the stalling of its ground forces despite gro…
(2023-11-28). Wednesday 11/29: Tell Good Times: Stop Publishing Islamophobia! indybay.org Good Times, 107 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2023-11-28). Gaza: More than 20,000 Civilians Killed, Drone Footage of Destruction. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Media Outlets Call For An End To Israel's Massacre Of Journalists. popularresistance.org The world is waiting in cautious anticipation amid the four-day pause in hostilities in Gaza, giving Palestinians a brief respite from the incessant Israeli airstrikes. Israel did not cease its bombing of the enclave from October 7, when it declared war on Hamas following the surprise Al-Aqsa Flood Operation launched by Palestinian resistance groups, to the start of the pause on November 24. In these nearly seven weeks, over 15,000 Palestinians were killed and 33,000 have been injured. The number of missing is around 6,800, many of whom are presumed dead or still trapped under the rubble.
(2023-11-28). Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC): The Weaponization of Money? WHO's Health Tyranny: Towards a Totalitarian World Government? No Way! globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Poverty and Climate Overheating: Flip Sides of One Coin. counterpunch.org I retired in 2020 after decades as a mental health outreach worker. My job involved going out to my clients' apartments — usually in sprawling housing projects or in "section 8" apartments in run down neighborhoods. Some of my clients slept in backyard sheds or abandoned factories and I met with them on playgrounds, parking
(2023-11-28). The Israeli perspective—on genocide—dominates our airwaves. mronline.org The Israeli ambassador to the United States was on CNN this morning assuring us that when the truce is over, "the operation will resume"—i.e., the vengeful destruction of life and property in Gaza will continue.
(2023-11-28). Pro-Palestine rallies continue as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine protesters hold more rallies in Sydney and New York in solidarity with people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). People march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in London. presstv.ir People take to the streets of London to march in support of Palestinians.
(2023-11-28). Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate in Frankfurt. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters hold a demonstration in Frankfurt, calling for an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Sri Lankans rally outside US embassy, denounce its support for Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of Sri Lankan protesters gather in front of the US embassy in Colombo to denounce Washington's support for Tel Aviv.
(2023-11-28). Thousands protest in Lyon in solidarity with Palestinian. presstv.ir Thousands of demonstrators joined a pro-Palestine rally in Lyon to demand ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). New York City protesters disrupt Black Friday shopping to support Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Dozens of protesters gather near Macy's megastore in Manhattan, disrupting Black Friday shopping to show support for Palestinians.
(2023-11-28). Iran stresses sustainable security as new destroyer joins naval fleet. presstv.ir Iran's highest-ranking military commander stresses sustainable security as a new destroyer joins naval fleet.
(2023-11-28). Israel massacred own people under 'Hannibal Directive': Reports. presstv.ir Israel massacred its own people by enacting its controversial 'Hannibal Directive' during the Palestinians' Oct. 7 operation, according to reports.
(2023-11-28). North Korea beefs up weapons, troops on border after military pact suspended. presstv.ir North Korea has deployed soldiers and heavy weapons at guard posts near the border with South Korea.
(2023-11-28). Crowds pack China's Beijing hospital after respiratory illness surge. presstv.ir Eyewitness footage showed an overcrowded waiting area at the Beijing Children's Hospital.
(2023-11-28). Iran naval forces 'frustrated' self-proclaimed maritime superpowers: IRGC cmdr. presstv.ir The IRGC Navy commander says his force along with the Iranian Army's naval division have "frustrated" those claiming to be maritime superpowers.
(2023-11-28). Thousands rally in Nuremberg, demanding permanent Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Thousands of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched in Nuremberg to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Iran warns of Israel's plot to stoke tension in West Asia. presstv.ir Iran says Israel is responsible for the consequences of any increased tension in the West Asia region.
(2023-11-28). White House funding massive phone surveillance program. presstv.ir The DAS (Data Analytical Services) program has been collecting information from countless phone calls nationwide.
(2023-11-28). Jordan says Israeli crimes in Gaza qualify as genocide. presstv.ir Jordan's FM says events in Gaza qualify as genocide as MPs seek a review of accords with Israel.
(2023-11-28). Iran calls for Israel to be brought to justice for '4 core international crimes' in Gaza. presstv.ir An Iranian diplomat says Israel should be brought to justice for all four core international crimes it committed in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Iranian academics: Israel seeks genocide, extinction of Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir A group of Iranian academic figures and distinguished luminaries have officially condemned the Israeli regime's brutal aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Israeli captive held in Gaza thanks Hamas for kind, humane treatment. presstv.ir An Israeli woman held by Hamas during the regime's war on Gaza thanks the movement's fighters for their humane behavior.
(2023-11-28). Senior Hamas official: We hope truce would be extended for longer period. presstv.ir A senior official of Hamas resistance movement hopes the truce in Gaza would be extended for a longer period of time.
(2023-11-28). UN envoy: Iran's missile, space programs fully in compliance with international law. presstv.ir Iran's UN envoy says the country's missile and space programs are fully in compliance with its legitimate rights under international law.
(2023-11-28). Iran: International consensus exists on necessity of lasting ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran's foreign minister says there exists an international consensus on the need for a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Israel releases 33 Palestinian prisoners after Hamas frees 11 captives in 4th phase of swap deal. presstv.ir Israel releases another group of Palestinian prisoners after the Hamas resistance movement frees 11 captives.
(2023-11-28). Iran warns US, Israel of 'harsh consequences' if war crimes continue in Gaza. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister warns the US and Israel that they will face 'harsh consequences' if they keep committing crimes in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Actress Cynthia Nixon launches hunger strike calling for permanent ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Cynthia Nixon, joined by state legislators and activists, launches a hunger strike calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Hamas once again scores major victory in cognitive war against Tel Aviv: Israeli think tank. presstv.ir An Israeli independent think-tank has confirmed that the Palestinians resistance movement Hamas has scored more victories against Israel.
(2023-11-28). Gaza's Call To The World: Unveiling The Silent Message Of The Red Triangle. popularresistance.org Did you know an international conference was held in France on November 9 under the title 'International Humanitarian Conference for Gaza's Civilian Population'? | According to the French foreign ministry website, the conference "involved states, main donors, international organizations and NGOs active in Gaza" to promote "compliance with international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians and humanitarian staff, and the strengthening of humanitarian access." | If you did not know, we do not blame you. The conference, after all, was meant to distract from the Israeli genocide in Gaza by giving the impress…
(2023-11-28). México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" indybay.org México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" | La marioneta, que representa la figura de una niña siria de 10 años, es un símbolo global de las personas refugiadas. Esta es su primera vez en Latinoamérica…
(2023-11-28). FDA approves Pfizer's maternal RSV vaccine despite trial safety signals of increased premature birth. expose-news.com
(2023-11-28). New Zealand Government will inform WHO it does not agree to International Health Regulations amendments. expose-news.com The newly sworn-in New Zealand government intends not to be pushed around by UN resolutions or by the World Health Organisation anymore. According to a coalition agreement with New Zealand First, the …
(2023-11-28). WHO's close links to Gates and Big Pharma make the Pandemic Treaty a fundamental threat to our national sovereignty and personal liberty. expose-news.com Intended to form part of international law, preparations for the creation of a World Health Organisation ("WHO") Pandemic Treaty or Pandemic Accord began in 2001. Far from strengthening the prevention of, preparedness …
(2023-11-28). Unlawful DEI discrimination policies lose momentum in the USA. expose-news.com Diversity, equity and inclusion ("DEI") is losing momentum in the United States as a result of pushback in the courts, according to a new report from DEI consulting firm Paradigm. Its related …
(2023-11-28). Biden's proposal to lift limits on Israel's US weapons access sparks debate. nationofchange.org U.S.-Israel arms policy in flux: Biden's bold proposal to lift restrictions on weapon access.
(2023-11-28). Our Rich: Fooling Themselves and Fouling Our Planet. counterpunch.org Look, up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane, it's . . . Wall Street's electric air-taxi future! Earlier this month, a flying machine from the California-based Joby Aviation became the first "electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft — "eVTOL" — to go airborne from the Downtown Heliport that services Lower Manhattan's financial district.
(2023-11-28). Our Rich: Fooling Themselves and Fouling Our Planet. counterpunch.org Some 45 major oil and gas corporations averaged annual windfall profits of $237 billion in 2021 and 2022, dollars that overwhelmingly funneled straight into rich shareholder pockets. Governments worldwide, Oxfam notes, could have increased global investments in renewable energy by 31 percent had they taxed this windfall profit at 90 percent.
(2023-11-28). Jewish Voice For Peace Shuts Down The Manhattan Bridge. popularresistance.org Israel's offensive on Gaza is on hold, but displays of solidarity with the Palestinian people continue. If this was not clear from the recent protests at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, it should be following the latest display of civil disobedience organized by Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP). | On Sunday afternoon, November 26, more than 1,000 Jews and allies blocked the Manhattan Bridge from the Manhattan side, with many prepared to be arrested. The demonstration shut down traffic for more than three hours on one of the busiest travel days of the year. NYPD was seen recording the images of protesters, but did…
(2023-11-28). Israel's Violence Will Never Bring 'Safety' To Anyone, Including Jews. popularresistance.org The horror and heartbreak in Gaza reaches new proportions each minute: Israel's siege has killed at least 3,400 people and injured more than 12,000 in the past week and a half, and a possible ground invasion threatens unspeakable levels of new violence. The Israeli forces and settlers have also killed 61 and injured 1,250 in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. The death tolls climb even as Palestinians and those in solidarity with them are marching and rallying worldwide in powerful and urgent protests. | For us, as anti-Zionist Jewish journalists, the past week and a half has been a flood of many griefs.
(2023-11-28). The History of US-NATO Led Wars: "Exporting Democracy" through Acts of Subversion and Infiltration. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). Democrats Debate Their Options: Should Biden Ignore Pressure to Step Aside? counterpunch.org In the wake of a series of devastating polls showing Donald Trump defeating Joe Biden in the battle for the White House in 2024, Democrats have taken to consoling themselves that past party incumbents, including both Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, also faced stiff challenges three years into their first term in office but still
(2023-11-28). Friday 12/1: Rise Up for Palestine! Defend Our People! Defend Our Students! indybay.org Meet at Baskin Courtyard, UC Santa Cruz…
(2023-11-28). Historic march demands an end to Canada's complicity in Israel's crimes in Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org 100,000 people marched in the Canadian capital on November 25 to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the complicity of the Canadian government in Israel's ongoing violence and colonization of Palestine.
(2023-11-28). War has left me without a future. electronicintifada.net Before the war, I had plans to be a dentist. That future is gone.
(2023-11-28). Alrededor de 35.000 heridos en Gaza necesitan tratamiento. telesurtv.net La Organización Mundial de la Salud advirtió que, en Gaza, más personas corren el riesgo de morir por enfermedades que por los bombardeos, si no se recupera el sistema de salud del territorio.
(2023-11-28). Israel añade a 50 palestinas secuestradas en lista de excarcelaciones. telesurtv.net Gobierno israelí confirmó recibir la lista con los nombres de los rehenes que serán devueltos este martes por la resistencia palestina en el marco del acuerdo para prorrogar la tregua.
(2023-11-28). Israel y Hamas acuerdan extender la tregua humanitaria dos días más. telesurtv.net El acuerdo incluiría la liberación diaria de diez rehenes en Gaza, mujeres y niños, a cambio de 30 prisioneros palestinos en cárceles israelíes.
(2023-11-28). Más de 100 damnificados tras lluvias en Huancayo, Perú. telesurtv.net Varias viviendas se quedaron sin energía eléctrica por varias horas debido a que las lluvias afectaron también las líneas de transmisión.
(2023-11-28). Alrededor de 570 migrantes arriban a Lampedusa, Italia. telesurtv.net El Ministerio del Interior italiano indica más de 150.000 migrantes han llegado a ese país desde principios de año.
(2023-11-28). Luis Arce posesiona a nueva canciller de Bolivia, Celinda Sosa. telesurtv.net Sosa nació en una comunidad de la provincia Cercado de Tarija y durante el acto de su posesión remarcó que siempre estuvo vinculada al trabajo con "el pueblo y las organizaciones sociales".
(2023-11-28). CIA y Mossad deciden sobre utilidad de ampliar tregua en Gaza. telesurtv.net El acuerdo de intercambio fue negociado por Qatar, que sirvió como intermediario entre Hamás e Israel en negociaciones con la estrecha participación de Estados Unidos.
(2023-11-28). Corte Suprema panameña declara inconstitucional contrato minero. telesurtv.net La decisión, reclamada por las protestas de gremios de varias ramas podría ser una inflexión a una crisis nacional.
(2023-11-28). Gobierno filipino y rebeldes acuerdan reanudar diálogos de paz. telesurtv.net La lucha armada en curso, iniciada en 1969 y en su apogeo en la década de 1980, cuando el grupo rebelde contaba con unos 26.000 combatientes.
(2023-11-28). Médicos peruanos exigen oficializar anuncio de aumento salarial. telesurtv.net Los cirujanos, obstetras, tecnólogos médicos, dentistas, químicos farmacéuticos, entre otros profesionales de la salud, paralizaron sus actividades desde el jueves pasado.
(2023-11-28). Rusia insiste en la solución de dos Estados en Palestina. telesurtv.net Estas declaraciones se dieron en el contexto de otra reunión de Bogdanov, con los vicecancilleres de Siria, Bassam Sabbagh y Ayman Susan.
(2023-11-28). Realizan paro contra privatizaciones en Sao Paulo, Brasil. telesurtv.net La protesta se produce contra el gobierno estatal, en específico la política de privatización de empresas públicas.
(2023-11-28). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-28). Venezuela afirma que defensa del Esequibo es asunto de unidad nacional. telesurtv.net La vicepresidenta Ejecutiva de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, afimó que Guyana debe regresar a la mesa de negociación, está contemplada en la carta de Ginebra.
(2023-11-28). Liberan a 33 palestinos secuestrados en cárceles israelíes. telesurtv.net Los jóvenes liberados señalaron a los medios que fueron sometidos a diversas torturas y vejaciones por parte de las autoridades carcelarias del ente sionista.
(2023-11-28). Revocan sobreseimiento a Cristina Fernández en Argentina. telesurtv.net El sobreseimiento dictaminado por el juez federal Sebastián Casanello fue apelado por la asociación civil, "Bases Republicanas", la cual fue aceptada como como querellante por la Cámara.
(2023-11-28). Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU abordará conflicto en Gaza. telesurtv.net China pretende aprovechar esta reunión como escenario para fomentar un diálogo profundo y eficaz entre todas las partes implicadas.
(2023-11-28). Detectan en Reino Unido el primer caso humano de gripe A(H1N2)v. telesurtv.net La directora de Incidentes del UKHSA, Meera Chand, ha declarado que "gracias a la vigilancia rutinaria de la gripe y a la secuenciación del genoma hemos podido detectar este virus".
(2023-11-28). Irán adquiere aeronaves militares modernas de Rusia. telesurtv.net El acuerdo para la venta de aeronaves fue firmado en marzo de este año luego de que la ONU levantara el embargo sobre la compra de armas convencionales en octubre de 2020.
(2023-11-28). Mueren 11 trabajadores en una mina carbón en China. telesurtv.net La mina ubicada a 130 km de la frontera con Rusia forma parte de la gran industria regional, una que ha sufrido varios accidentes fatales en los últimos tiempos.
(2023-11-28). Policía Nacional allana la sede la Fiscalía de Perú. telesurtv.net La presunta red "instrumentalizó la persecución penal" y tenía el objetivo de manipular las decisiones de algunos congresistas en la remoción de los titulares de la Junta Nacional de Justicia.
(2023-11-28). Presidente de Brasil propone a nuevo juez para el Tribunal Supremo. telesurtv.net Las propuestas deben ser validadas por la Cámara Alta del Senado.
(2023-11-28). Se disparan las muertes por dengue en Guatemala en 2023. telesurtv.net La cartera sanitaria declaró de igual manera que 89 personas han fallecido por esta enfermedad en Guatemala en 2023.
(2023-11-28). Exigen cese al fuego permanente contra Gaza en Nueva York, EEUU. telesurtv.net La guerra en Gaza, Palestina, por la invasión israelí ha dejado ya más de 15.000 muertos.
(2023-11-28). Fiscal presenta denuncia contra presidenta de Perú. telesurtv.net Peruanas y peruanos se movilizaron contra la corrupción del Ministerio Público.
(2023-11-28). Colombia llevará a COP28 propuesta de canje de deuda. telesurtv.net La COP28 tendrá lugar del 30 de noviembre al 12 de diciembre en la Expo City Dubái, donde se darán cita jefes de Estado y de Gobierno…
(2023-11-28). Al menos seis fallecidos y siete heridos en accidente vial en Bolivia. telesurtv.net Según reportan testigos, en la carretera había neblina que dificultaba la visión.
(2023-11-28). Comienzan cierres de campaña de cara a referéndum por Esequibo. telesurtv.net La diputada de la Asamblea Nacional, Iris Varela, recordó que la consulta del próximo 3 de diciembre es un hecho histórico donde los venezolanos podrán defender a su país en un ejercicio soberano.
(2023-11-28). Presidente de Cuba confirma su asistencia a la COP28. telesurtv.net Díaz-Canel asistirá a la COP28, que se desarrollará del 30 de noviembre al 12 de diciembre en Emiratos Árabes Unidos.
(2023-11-28). Venezuela condena ataque de Israel a aeropuerto de Damasco, Siria. telesurtv.net Mediante un comunicado, el gobierno bolivariano denunció las acciones bélicas del domingo pasado, que inhabilitaron al Aeropuerto Internacional de Damasco.
(2023-11-28). Aumentan a 15.000 los muertos por ataques de Israel en Gaza. telesurtv.net La Oficina de Prensa en Gaza señaló que entre las víctimas, se reportan al menos 6.150 niños y 4.000 mujeres.
(2023-11-28). Registran sismo de magnitud 6,6 en Wewak, Papúa Nueva Guinea. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con el ente, el seísmo se localizó a 49 kilómetros al noroeste Wewak, Papúa Nueva Guinea.
(2023-11-28). Siria condena ataques de Israel contra sus aeropuertos civiles. telesurtv.net La cartera diplomática Siria destacó que los continuos ataques contra aeropuertos civiles de la nación atentan contra la seguridad regional y mundial.
(2023-11-28). Delegación venezolana llega a Belarús para reunión de Comisión Mixta. telesurtv.net En los días 28 y 29 de noviembre, los participantes de la reunión llegarán a nuevos acuerdos de cooperación.
(2023-11-28). Presidente venezolano reitera llamado a votar en referéndum consultivo en defensa del Esequibo. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado indicó que Venezuela tiene un compromiso con la historia.
(2023-11-28). Presidente venezolano reitera llamado a votar en referéndum en defensa del Esequibo. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado indicó que Venezuela tiene un compromiso con la historia.
(2023-11-28). 40 países favorecen solución de dos Estados para conflicto palestino. telesurtv.net El canciller de España apuntó que la Autoridad Nacional Palestina constituye "nuestro único socio posible para la paz".
(2023-11-28). Hamas acusa a Israel de violar tregua temporal en Gaza. telesurtv.net El vocero del brazo armado de Hamás, Abu Obeida, afirmó que Israel cometió "una clara violación" del acuerdo de tregua.
(2023-11-28). Rescatan exitosamente a 41 obreros atrapados en túnel de India. telesurtv.net El ministro de Transporte por Carretera y Autopistas afirmó que es "una de las operaciones de rescate más importantes"
(2023-11-28). Prosiguen esfuerzos para rescatar a obreros atrapados en India. telesurtv.net El nuevo plan se basa en cavar a mano nueve metros con una técnica denominada "minería de agujeros de rata".
(2023-11-28). Tropas israelíes asesinan a tres jóvenes palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Amr Ahmed Jamil Wahdan, de 14 años, fue asesinado durante una incursión sionista en la aldea de Tayasir, en Tubas.
(2023-11-28). Venezuela y Belarús instalan Comisión Conjunta de Alto Nivel. telesurtv.net La comisión basada en una hoja de ruta de 10 años fue instalada durante el encuentro "Geopolítica de Paz e Integración".
(2023-11-28). Más de 356.000 efectivos vigilarán referendo sobre el Esequibo. telesurtv.net Delcy Rodríguez realizó las declaraciones tras la reunión del Consejo de vicepresidentes junto con el Gabinete de Seguridad.
(2023-11-28). Sunday 11/26: Tenants Fighting Eviction to Picket KP Market, Threatening Boycott. indybay.org KP Market (2370 Telegraph Avenue)…
(2023-11-28). Tenants Fighting Eviction Picket KP Market, Threatening Boycott. indybay.org
(2023-11-28). How to Carbonize Planet Earth. counterpunch.org
(2023-11-28). How to Carbonize Planet Earth. counterpunch.org Imagine this: humanity in its time on Earth has already come up with two distinct ways of destroying this planet and everything on it. The first is, of course, nuclear weapons, which once again surfaced in the ongoing nightmare in the Middle East. (An Israeli minister recently threatened to nuke Gaza.) The second, you won't
(2023-11-28). Old and New Thinking. counterpunch.org "These machines will eventually need to have the power to take lethal action on their own, while remaining under human oversight in how they are deployed. Individual decisions versus not doing individual decisions is the difference between winning and losing — and you're not going to lose. I don't think people we would be up against
(2023-11-28). Biden announces raft of measures aimed at securing supply chains for World War III. wsws.org The focus on the supply chain as a national security issue is an ominous warning that, on top of the proxy war against Russia in Ukraine and the Israeli genocide in Gaza, Washington is moving rapidly towards opening a third front, this time against China.
(2023-11-28). Suspected shooter arrested on attempted murder charges in shooting of three Palestinian college students in Vermont. wsws.org The Burlington Police Department announced that Jason J. Eaton, 48, was arrested Sunday afternoon near the scene of the shooting.
(2023-11-28). UN warns "humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza is getting worse" as Israel plans to resume onslaught after "pause" wsws.org Israel is using a four-day "pause" in its onslaught—which will reportedly be extended for another two days—to make preparations for an even more ruthless onslaught on southern Gaza.
(2023-11-28). NSW police arrest more than 100 Australian climate change protesters. wsws.org The mass arrests in Newcastle, presided over by the state Labor government, were part of a broader assault on protests, including actions opposing the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Tens of thousands protest in Ottawa against Israel's genocidal assault on Gaza. wsws.org The protest was a repudiation of the political and media establishment's campaign to smear, intimidate and witch-hunt those opposing the genocide in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Surge of respiratory illness in northern China part of global outbreak of pneumonia among children. wsws.org Cases of influenza-like illnesses have seen thousands of children hospitalized recently. China's health authorities have told the World Health Organization that these illnesses are being caused by the continuing rise in mycoplasma pneumonias combined with other known seasonal viral pathogens.
(2023-11-28). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Teachers in Uruguay conducted a 24-hour protest strike against cuts while 1,000 Winnipeg, Manitoba transit workers again voted down a sellout deal pushed by their union.
(2023-11-28). US invests in Colombo Port, deepening tensions with China. wsws.org US involvement in the project is in line with its geo-strategic moves to undermine Beijing's growing influence in the Indian Ocean region and its preparations for war against China.
(2023-11-28). Home ownership the "preserve of the rich" in Australia. wsws.org In Sydney, Australia's most populous city, households need to earn a staggering $261,733 annually for a mortgage on an average-priced home.
(2023-11-28). Rail workers in Germany can place no trust in the union leadership! Join the Rail Action Committee! wsws.org The GDL rail union is looking for a deal it can sell as a success and that does not jeopardise the "profitability of the railways."
(2023-11-28). Censorship campaign against Roger Waters intensifies on his Latin American tour. wsws.org After the censorship campaign against Roger Waters in the US and Europe, the acclaimed singer has been targeted on the Latin American leg of his "This is Not a Drill" tour amid Israel's genocide in Gaza.
(2023-11-28). Palestinian theater calls for international performance of the play The Gaza Monologues. wsws.org The Ashtar theater in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank has called for performances around the world on November 29 of The Gaza Monologues.
(2023-11-28). Australia protesters denounce Gaza genocide: "The whole capitalist system has shown its true face" wsws.org "I've lost nearly 45 members of my family there. Most of their houses are destroyed, and whoever is left are homeless. So it's very close to my heart."
(2023-11-28). San Diego Sweetwater educators begin contract vote, as union bureaucrats use scare tactics against opposition. wsws.org Educators must not be intimidated by this threat. If they organize a real struggle, unencumbered by the treacherous union bureaucracy, they can win their demands.
(2023-11-27). Screen Actors on Strike: SAG-AFTRA Releases Entire Text of Tentative Agreement Pending Ratification. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Algeria, Palestine, and the limits of humanism. mondoweiss.net 
Albert Camus rejected Algerian independence and anticolonial violence in favor of a vision of bourgeois humanism. Palestinians are now encountering similar sentiments, reminding us that humanism is often the privilege of those already living in humane conditions.
(2023-11-27). Sierra Leone is calmed as tensions surge. plenglish.com The Sierra Leonean President Julius Madda Bio, who decreed a 24-hour curfew, assured that "most of the leaders of the attacks on the main military bases and prisons have been arrested" and he eased the restrictions on the movement of the population. | An undetermined number of people were kidnapped or released from police custody and both the identity and the intentions of the assailants remain in the shadows. | The only certainty is that an Army spokesman reported that retired and active Army personnel are wanted. | For President Madda Bio the attempt is his second litmus test since the August elections in which…
(2023-11-27). Israel Is Assassinating Journalists in Gaza. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Release every Palestinian prisoner held hostage by Israel now! liberationnews.org 
Since Oct. 7, Israel and its corporate news mouthpieces have whipped up a media frenzy over the 240 people detained by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, framing the situation as a "hostage crisis." But what corporate media doesn't acknowledge is that there was already a hostage crisis underway, well before the Palestinian Resistance counter-offensive began. In fact, Israel has been detaining thousands of Palestinian political prisoners — many of them children — in Zionist jails for decades.
(2023-11-27). Cause and Effect: Chicago City Hall's pro-Israel resolution and the murder of Wadea Al-Fayoume. mondoweiss.net 
The Chicago City Council's demonization of Palestinians set the stage for the murder of six-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume. We refuse to accept the grief of elected officials who would rather stand with our corpses than support our freedom.
(2023-11-27). More than 1 million now taking shelter in UN facilities. electronicintifada.net Families forcibly displaced by Israel do not have adequate clothing to face the winter.
(2023-11-27). Incarceration Is a Central Tool of Israel's Oppression of Palestinians. truthout.org With a four-day truce between Israel and Hamas set to expire after Monday, we look at who has been released and the growing pressure to extend the pause in fighting that has given Gaza residents small respite from Israel's relentless bombardment and allowed humanitarian aid to reach people inside the territory. The pause began Friday to allow for the release of Israelis and foreign nationals kept… |
(2023-11-27). Venezuela's CNE Has Completed 65% of Preparation for December's Essequibo Referendum. orinocotribune.com Venezuela's National Electoral Council (CNE) has completed over 60% of its project schedule in preparation for the consultative referendum in defense of the disputed Essequibo territory. The referendum is scheduled to be held on December 3. | The president of the CNE, The CNE Vice President Carlos Quintero reported that there are 1,021 contingency transmission centers, which means that in case a voting machine does not transmit from the polling station for any reason, t…
(2023-11-27). Venezuela: Maduro warns of ExxonMobil interference ahead of "historic" Essequibo vote. peoplesdispatch.org Venezuela's National Electoral Council (CNE) has carried out a "successful" dry-run to prepare for the December 3 referendum intended to measure popular support over the country's centuries-long claim over the Essequibo Strip. | On November 19, Venezuelans participated in an electoral simulation drill with 800 voting centers opened nationwide, which registered long queues throughout the day. The ballot had five questions regarding the country's territorial dispute with neighboring Guyana over the 160,000 square kilometer resource-rich Essequibo region. | According to electoral authorities, the voting exercise "tr…
(2023-11-27). La farsa ambiental en la nueva propuesta constitucional en Chile. globalizacion.ca A menos de un mes de que se realice el plebiscito de salida de la nueva propuesta de constitución, este 17 de diciembre, si bien se nota un cansancio general sobre esta discusión, me parece importante de todas formas revisar…
(2023-11-27). Sunday 11/26: Vigil: Alameda Families and Friends for Ceasefire. indybay.org Alameda City Hall | 2263 Santa Clara Ave | Alameda, CA…
(2023-11-27). Wednesday 11/29: International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-27). Friday 12/1: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-27). Monday 11/27: The Art of One on Ones: Anti-War Organizer Training. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-27). Monday 11/27: #NoTechFor Apartheid. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-27). Tuesday 11/28: Rising in Solidarity: Palestine and the Arab Revolution. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-27). Thursday 11/30: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-27). Friday 12/1: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-27). Wednesday 11/29: Bayanihan Youth Group: Let's Talk About Palestine Workshop. indybay.org 310 8th St. | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-27). Friday 12/1: Writers Against the War on Gaza: Bay Area Teach-In. indybay.org Arab Cultural and Community Center | 2 Plaza St. | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-11-27). Thursday 11/30: Community Forum for Oakland Families. indybay.org La Escuelita (the Great Room) | 1050 2nd Ave | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-27). ALF Liberates 30 Foxes at Ohio Fur Farm. indybay.org In an anonymous communique received on November 21 by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has taken credit for liberating 30 captive foxes from the Grand River Fur Exchange, located in Rome, Ohio.
(2023-11-27). ADOS Reparations Leader Yvette Carnell: The NAACP Has Lost Its Way, Here's Why. moguldom.com American Descendants of Slavery co-founder Yvette Carnell, who co-hosts online ADOS radio shows, is not too happy with the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Carnell took to her YouTube show in an episode entitled "The NAACP Has Lost Its Way," posted on Nov. 15, to call out NAACP head Derrick Johnson for …
(2023-11-27). J.R. Smith Talks Self-Sabotage, Golf, And The Need For Black Collective Economics. moguldom.com Former National Basketball Association champion J.R. Smith has been on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth since stepping away from professional basketball. After winning his second NBA championship with LeBron James during the covid-19 pandemic season, Smith found himself at a crossroads. The last time he played an NBA game was in November 2018 …
(2023-11-27). Mogul Byron Allen And Al Sharpton Make Up After Accusations And Lawsuit: Sharpton Gets TheGrio's Justice Icon Award. moguldom.com There was a time in 2015 when media mogul Byron Allen and civil rights activist the Rev. Al Sharpton were at odds. But it seems the dispute has been resolved as Sharpton was recently honored by theGrio news platform, which Allen owns. In 2015, a federal judge ruled to reopen the $20 billion racial discrimination …
(2023-11-27). Don't Panic, Stay Tight: Frontline Reflections on Block Cop City. itsgoingdown.org
(2023-11-27). West Votes Against Democracy, Human Rights, Cultural Diversity At UN. popularresistance.org Western governments frequently claim that their foreign and domestic policies are motivated by "human rights" and "democracy". They often even lecture their adversaries for purportedly failing to respect these concerns. | But on the international stage, Western capitals have shown their commitments to be merely rhetorical, as they have consistently voted against these noble causes and refused to support measures that would tangibly protect them, in flagrant violation of the will of the vast majority of the international community. | These stark double standards were on display on November 7 in the meeting of the…
(2023-11-27). Rot in the Civil Service: Farewelling Mike Pezzullo. dissidentvoice.org There was no better example of Australia's politicised public service than its Home Affairs Secretary, Mike Pezzullo. In most other countries, he would have been the ideal conspirator in a coup, a tittletattler in the ranks and bound to brief against those he did not like. Give him a dagger, and he was bound to …
(2023-11-27). The War against Wind Farms. counterpunch.org 
The fossil fuel lobby has had a busy year on the eco-camouflage front. Earlier this year, interest started to rumble and rage against the stranding of humpback whales on the east coast of the United States. Suddenly, opponents of wind turbine technology — and renewable technology more broadly — had identified an invaluable, if tenuous nexus: a
(2023-11-27). The War against Wind Farms. counterpunch.org 
The fossil fuel lobby has had a busy year on the eco-camouflage front. Earlier this year, interest started to rumble and rage against the stranding of humpback whales on the east coast of the United States. Suddenly, opponents of wind turbine technology — and renewable technology more broadly — had identified an invaluable, if tenuous nexus: a
(2023-11-27). Putin Was Declared A War Criminal For 'Relocating' The Same Number Of Children Israel Just 'Killed'. orinocotribune.com By Caitlin Johnstone — Nov 24, 2023 | It's probably worth noting at this point in history that the total number of children killed in Gaza has just surpassed the number of children the International Criminal Court indicted Russian president Vladimir Putin for relocating out of a war zone. | A
(2023-11-27). Putin Was Declared A War Criminal For *Relocating* The Same Number Of Children Israel Just *Killed*. orinocotribune.com By Caitlin Johnstone — Nov 24, 2023 | It's probably worth noting at this point in history that the total number of children killed in Gaza has just surpassed the number of children the International Criminal Court indicted Russian president Vladimir Putin for relocating out of a war zone. | A
(2023-11-27). "Worldwide Genocide"? History of U.S. Mass Killings of Civilians: The Monstrous Plan to Kill Palestinians Is Fully Endorsed by Washington. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). The dirty tactics of Zionist censorship against pro-Palestine voices. therealnews.com 
Dylan Saba, a lawyer for Palestine Legal, was asked to write a piece on the silencing of pro-Palestine voices by The Guardian—only to then be informed at the last minute that his piece had been killed. Saba joins countless pro-Palestine activists and voices who have been targeted with termination, doxxing, harassment, censorship, and even death threats. Studio Production: D…
(2023-11-27). 3 Palestinian College Students Shot by 48-Year-Old Man in Burlington, Vermont. truthout.org Three Palestinian college students were shot and wounded by a 48-year-old white man on Saturday night in Burlington, Vermont, in an act that appears to be motivated by Islamophobia and anti-Arab racism. The students — Hisham Awartani, who attends Brown University; Kinnan Abdalhamid, who attends Haverford College in Pennsylvania; and Tahseen Ahmed, who attends Connecticut's Trinity College — were… |
(2023-11-27). Trump Says He'll Push for Repeal of Obamacare (Again) If He's Elected President. truthout.org Former President Donald Trump suggested in a social media post over the weekend that, if he were to win the 2024 presidential election, he would continue pursuing avenues to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The ACA, commonly referred to as Obamacare because it was passed during the first term of former President Barack Obama, is directly responsible for providing health coverage to tens of… |
(2023-11-27). Israel, Gaza, and International Law: A Humanitarian Crisis Roils the Academy. counterpunch.org 
The October 7th terrorist attack by Hamas on Israeli civilians and the retaliatory genocide being waged by Israel in a total siege of Gaza have roiled academic communities in the United States and abroad. Charges of antisemitism and Islamophobia have divided colleagues, terrified students, destroyed friendships, and threatened the basic integrity of academic freedom that
(2023-11-27). International Campaign To Send Ships With Relief Assistance For Gaza. popularresistance.org The horrific 49-day Israeli attack on the civilian population of Gaza continues with over 15,000 Palestinians dead, including over 6,150 children and more than 36,000 wounded in the Gaza Strip. Virtually all of the 2.3 million residents of Gaza have been forced into the southern half of the tiny enclave. 226 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. | Israeli attacks have put 27 of 35 hospitals across Gaza out of operation, according to the World Health Organization. | Bakeries, grain mills, agricultural land, water and sanitation facilities have been destroyed…
(2023-11-27). Israel Is Using US-Provided Weapons to Kill Palestinian Civilians at a Historic Pace. news.antiwar.com The New York Times reported Saturday that Israel is killing Palestinian civilians in Gaza at a historic pace. The huge civilian death toll in Gaza is explained by the scale of the bombing campaign and Israel's willingness to drop US-provided 2,000-pound bombs on densely populated areas that are packed with civilians. Marc Garlasco, a former …
(2023-11-27). Qatar Says Israel and Hamas Agree to Extend Truce for Two Days. news.antiwar.com Qatar announced Monday that Israel and Hamas agreed to extend the truce under the Hostage deal for another 48 hours. "The State of Qatar announces, as part of the ongoing mediation, an agreement has been reached to extend the humanitarian truce for an additional two days in the Gaza Strip," Majed al-Ansari, spokesman for Qatar's …
(2023-11-27). Sen. Schumer Vows to Bring Bill for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan Funding to Floor for Vote Soon. news.antiwar.com Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) vowed in a letter to his colleagues to bring a bill to the Senate floor as soon as December 4 to fund military aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. President Biden has requested the funding as part of a massive $105 billion spending package. "One of the most important …
(2023-11-27). US Denies It's Pressuring Ukraine to Negotiate With Russia. news.antiwar.com A US official has denied that the Biden administration is nudging Ukraine toward negotiations with Russia, saying it's up to Kyiv when to seek peace talks. The comments from James O'Brien, assistant secretary of state for Europe and Eurasian affairs, came in response to a report from the German tabloid Bild. The report said the …
(2023-11-27). US Military Says It Thwarted Ship Hijacking in Gulf of Aden Near Somalia. news.antiwar.com The US military said it thwarted a ship hijacking in the Gulf of Aden near Somalia on Monday as tensions continue to rise in the region due to Israel's campaign in Gaza. US Central Command said in a press release that the destroyer USS Mason and allied ships responded to a distress call from the …
(2023-11-27). The Present State of Our Art World. counterpunch.org 
For a very long time, at least since the 1980s, there has been a dramatic contrast between the politics of most art writers and artists and those of the collector class. The art writers and artists who had any political concerns have been liberal-leftists, while their collectors often have had decidedly conservative views. (Here of
(2023-11-27). Dublin Riots: the Social Engineering of Xenophobia in Ireland. counterpunch.org 
In these days of a genocidal bombing campaign in Gaza and a widespread blackout in both the mainstream media in the west, and on social media, the choice between a news blackout on Facebook and a polarized, all-or-nothing "discourse" on X, trying to make sense of anything happening in the world that you're not directly
(2023-11-27). When It Comes to Prescription Drugs, the Washington Post Can't Even Conceive of Free Trade. cepr.net Like many self-imagined "free-traders," the Washington Post editorial board cannot even conceive of free trade when it comes to prescription drugs. They demonstrated this fact yet again in discussing ways to deal with the high price of effective weight-loss drugs like Wegovy. These drugs carry price tags of more than $1,000 a month, making them …
(2023-11-27). Social Security and Medicare: Fun with Numbers Time. counterpunch.org 
As a Thanksgiving present to readers, Washington Post columnist Catherine Rampell decided to tell us again how old-timers are robbing from our children with their generous Social Security and Medicare benefits. This is always a popular theme at the WaPo, especially around the holiday season. The story is infuriating for four reasons: + Even by
(2023-11-27). Unionization Wave Spurred by Starbucks Workers Is Spreading Across Buffalo. truthout.org Buffalo, New York, has been a key hub within the current uptick of worker-led, store-level union organizing, especially among baristas and food service and grocery workers. From SPoT Coffee to Starbucks, the Lexington Co-op to Remedy House, the city has generated a collection of inspiring union victories and a growing layer of skilled labor organizers. Now, another well-known Buffalo shop may be… |
(2023-11-27). In memory of my brother, Mohammad. mondoweiss.net 
It has been a week now since that Israeli shrapnel killed you. I promise I will never stop writing to you. I promise I will never stop sending greetings to you. I promise I will never make peace with any of them, Mohammad.
(2023-11-27). Who Will Replace Joe Biden? counterpunch.org Nobody remembers the year 1968 more vividly than the people who lived through it. Martin Luther King was murdered in Memphis. Bobby Kennedy was assassinated in Los Angeles. Lyndon Johnson was forced out of his presidency during the primaries, a scant three and half years after being elected in a landslide victory. His "war" on
(2023-11-27). How Glycine Fights Viruses. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). The COVID-19 RT-PCR Test: How to Mislead All Humanity. Using a "Test" To Lock Down Society. globalresearch.ca The misuse of the RT-PCR technique is used as an intentional strategy by some governments, supported by scientific safety councils and by the dominant media, to justify the violation of a large number of constitutional rights, the destruction of the economy with the bankruptcy of entire active sectors of society,…
(2023-11-27). "Netanyahu's Vicious Attack on Civilians, The Violence is Unlimited": Unintended Consequences of Israel's Assault on Palestine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) After COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination — A Disabling Illness. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). "Dying Suddenly While Driving": Firefighter Stops Ambulance From Going Over Cliff After Her COVID-19 mRNA Vaccinated Partner Collapses at the Wheel. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Chinese e-commerce platforms rise in Black Friday shopping spree. ecns.cn Chinese cross-border e-commerce platforms ramped up efforts to boost sales for the Black Friday shopping spree this year, with some seeing rapid growth, further highlighting the rise of Chinese online shopping sites in overseas markets, including the U.S.
(2023-11-26). Beijing tells Seoul, Tokyo that mutual respect is key. ecns.cn Beijing has underlined the urgent need to shore up mutual respect and reject economic "decoupling", during productive senior diplomats' talks over the weekend with Japan and the Republic of Korea, two of China's key Northeast Asian neighbors.
(2023-11-26). Data trading expected to play bigger role. ecns.cn Data trading should play a bigger role so that data, an important production resource, can be better integrated into different economic sectors to nurture new growth engines and facilitate high-quality economic development.
(2023-11-26). PLA conducts live-fire drills along border with Myanmar. ecns.cn Live-fire drills being conducted on the Chinese side of the China-Myanmar border since Saturday are aimed at testing the mobility, border control abilities and firepower capabilities of the military units so that the People's Liberation Army is ready for any emergency.
(2023-11-26). Global mechanism urged to bolster climate ties. ecns.cn A senior environmental expert has called for establishing an international mechanism to track the compliance of developed nations' financial commitments to the Global South, as poorly materialized pledges are jeopardizing the trust seriously needed in the global climate process.
(2023-11-26). Experts pitch for reforms to drive growth. ecns.cn China should consider amplifying macroeconomic support in a precise manner next year to underpin a steady annual economic growth rate of around 5 percent, experts said on Sunday.
(2023-11-26). New railway set to bolster connectivity, development. ecns.cn A railway linking the picturesque cities of Lijiang and Shangri-La in Southwest China's Yunnan province officially opened to traffic on Sunday, connecting the province's Dechen prefecture to the country's high-speed railway network.
(2023-11-26). Chinese central SOEs asked to lead in repaying overdue corporate debts. ecns.cn SOEs have been asked to prevent and resolve risks in key areas, uphold financial discipline, and display leadership in repaying overdue debts.
(2023-11-26). Iraq, China inaugurate business council in Baghdad. ecns.cn The Iraqi-Chinese Business Council was set up on Saturday in Baghdad, capital of Iraq, in a bid to help boost bilateral trade and economic ties, Xinhua News Agency reported on Sunday.
(2023-11-26). Benefits of membership highlighted. ecns.cn A successful application by Pakistan to join BRICS could help bolster its economic development and further contribute to the regional stability and prosperity of South Asia, experts say.
(2023-11-26). PLA vigilant against continuous provocations by U.S., Australian, Philippine forces. ecns.cn The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) is at high vigilance amid continuous provocations by foreign forces from the sea, displaying its high level of readiness, capabilities and determination in safeguarding China's national sovereignty, security and maritime rights.
(2023-11-26). Chinese scientists unveil middle ear evolution in 120 mln-year-old eutherian mammals. ecns.cn CAS have identified a new eutherian mammal, which marks the first time that Chinese scientists have revealed the middle ear structure of a eutherian mammal from 120 million years ago, filling a gap in research on middle ear evolution in the early Cretaceous era.
(2023-11-26). China's 2024 national civil servant exams begin with candidates, vacancies hitting record high. ecns.cn China's annual national public servant exams started on Sunday, with the number of candidates surpassing 3 million for the first time in history.
(2023-11-26). Flu peak may last another one or two weeks. ecns.cn In the first winter of…
(2023-11-26). Lijiang-Shangri-La railway opens to traffic, shortens travelling time. ecns.cn A railway linking the cities of Lijiang and Shangri-la, two well-known tourist destinations in Southwest China's Yunnan Province, opened to traffic on Sunday. As an important part of the Yunnan-Xizang Railway, the new line will slash travel times and drive economic development along the route.
(2023-11-26). Millions sit nation's civil service exam. ecns.cn Millions of young adults on Sunday stepped into testing halls across the nation to vie for approximately 40,000 government jobs being offered this year.
(2023-11-27). China breaks ground in nuclear energy heating. ecns.cn China's first nuclear energy heating project that covers multiple prefecture-level cities, operated by the State Power Investment Corp, was put into operation in East China's Shandong province on Saturday.
(2023-11-27). Chinese shipyards see demand for offshore wind installation vessels. ecns.cn Global demand surges for offshore wind installation vessels, with Chinese shipyards taking on nearly 90 percent of manufacturing, said a trade body recently.
(2023-11-27). International communication center opens in Shandong. ecns.cn The center aims to shore up international communication about the province by integrating functions of content production, cultural exchanges, talent cultivation, research and innovation in the field of international communication.
(2023-11-27). China's profits continue to grow, economy continues stabilizing. ecns.cn Profits at China's industrial firms extended gains for a third consecutive month in October, pointing to further signs of a stabilizing economy.
(2023-11-27). 7 killed after scaffolding collapses in Shanxi. ecns.cn Rescuers have recovered the bodies of all seven workers who fell into freshly poured concrete in a construction accident in Linfen, Shanxi province, according to local authorities.
(2023-11-27). 'Father of hybrid millet' cultivates a success story. ecns.cn Autumn is an important time of the year for agricultural researcher Zhao Zhihai because it is when he can harvest what he has planted and also sow seeds in new experimental fields.
(2023-11-27). Hospitals gearing up for spike in respiratory cases. ecns.cn The recent increase in respiratory illness in China has been driven by the simultaneous spread of multiple pathogens, and hospitals are gearing up to handle a surge in patients, health officials and experts said on Sunday.
(2023-11-27). Prominent Buddhist leader encourages monks to reduce dependency on technology. ecns.cn Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi-rgyal-po— also known as Panchen Rinpoche — exhorted monks to reduce their dependence on electronic devices when performing their religious practices in daily life.
(2023-11-27). Thai girl enchanted by Chinese culture aspires to become cross-cultural tour guide. ecns.cn A Thai girl studying at Jilin International Studies University said she is fascinated by Chinese culture and its beautiful scenery and plans to explore the country to share her experiences.
(2023-11-27). Chinese central SOEs asked to lead in repaying overdue corporate debts. ecns.cn SOEs have been asked to prevent and resolve risks in key areas, uphold financial discipline, and display leadership in repaying overdue debts.
(2023-11-27). Iraq, China inaugurate business council in Baghdad. ecns.cn The Iraqi-Chinese Business Council was set up on Saturday in Baghdad, capital of Iraq, in a bid to help boost bilateral trade and economic ties, Xinhua News Agency reported on Sunday.
(2023-11-27). Benefits of membership highlighted. ecns.cn A successful application by Pakistan to join BRICS could help bolster its economic development and further contribute to the regional stability and prosperity of South Asia, experts say.
(2023-11-27). China unveils 25 specific measures to bolster financing for private enterprises. ecns.cn China's central bank and other seven central government departments on Monday issued a notice on strengthening financial support for the development and growth of the private economy.
(2023-11-27). Wang Yi to chair UN Security Council high-level meeting on the Palestinian-Israeli issue. ecns.cn China will hold a Security Council high-level meeting on the Palestinian-Israeli issue on November 29.
(2023-11-27). Chinese scientists unveil middle ear evolution in 120 mln-year-old eutherian mammals. ecns.cn CAS have identified a new eutherian mammal, which marks the first time that Chinese scientists have revealed the middle ear structure of a eutherian mammal from 120 million years ago, filling a gap in research on middle ear evolution in the early Cretaceous era.
(2023-11-27). Millions sit nation's civil service exam. ecns.cn Millions of young adults on Sunday stepped into testing halls across the nation to vie for approximately 40,000 government jobs being offered this year.
(2023-11-27). Four Chinese students killed in traffic accident in Canada. ecns.cn A serious traffic accident occurred near the city of Toronto in Ontario, Canada, on Sunday local time, resulting in the death of four Chinese students.
(2023-11-27). Annual national civil servant exam held with 3 million candidates. ecns.cn The written test of China's annual national civil servant exam took place on Sunday with more than 3 million applicants signed up for the exam this year.
(2023-11-27). China International Supply Chain Expo ready to open. ecns.cn The first China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) will be held from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2 in Beijing.
(2023-11-27). Lijiang-Shangri-La railway put into operation. ecns.cn The Lijiang-Shangri-La railway, connecting two well-know tourist cities in Yunnan opened to traffic on Sunday, cutting the travel time to 1 hour and 18 minutes.
(2023-11-27). World's largest iceberg breaks free. ecns.cn The world's largest iceberg is on the move for the first time in more than three decades, scientists said on Friday. At almost 4,000 square kilometers, the iceberg is roughly three times the size of New York City.
(2023-11-27). Stunning light pillars dazzle night sky in Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn Stunning light pillars illuminate the night sky of Genhe City, known as China's Pole of Cold, in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Nov. 25, 2023.
(2023-11-27). Snow-covered Danxia landform in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Tranquil scenery with snow-covered Nuerga Canyon is reflected in water of Nuerga Reservoir in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
(2023-11-27). New railway links Lijiang, Shangri-la in southwest China. ecns.cn With the operation of the Lijiang-Shangri-la railway, the fastest travel time between the two cities will be 1 hour and 18 minutes. "ÄÄ…
(2023-11-27). China's largest cruise ship starts maiden voyage from Qingdao. ecns.cn A cruise ship named Mediterranea, operated by Adora Cruises, began its maiden voyage from Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province on Sunday. "ÄÄ…
(2023-11-27). Yemen's Armed Forces Take Control of Israeli Oil Tanker. orinocotribune.com The Yemeni Armed Forces took control of the Israeli oil tanker Central Park off the coast of Yemen. | The incident occurred in the Gulf of Aden when Yemeni fighters boarded the Liberian-flagged vessel from the British company Zodiac and owned by Israeli national Eyal Ofer. | The company formed an event management team at its London headquarters and appealed for the safety of the 22 crew members. | At the helm of the ship is a Turkish captain accompanied by a multinational team of Russian, Vietnamese, Bulgarian, Indian, Georgian, and Filipino nationals. The vessel is carrying a full load of phosphoric acid. | The…
(2023-11-27). Gaza 2023 — high-tech war revisited. mronline.org 
The Times remarks that "The speed, precision and scale of Hamas's attack had thrown the Israeli military into disarray, and for many hours afterward civilians were left to fend for themselves." It took two hours for the Israeli military to declare a state of war.
(2023-11-27). Israel-Palestine war: Jewish students say they won't be silenced by Brown University. mronline.org 
In their first interview since they were arrested for holding a sit-in, some of the students vow to continue their activism until the US university divests from Israel.
(2023-11-27). Remembering Jean Genet: the United States and Palestine. mronline.org 
Genet was one of the most original and combative writers of the 20th century.
(2023-11-27). A New Mood in the World Will Put an End to the Global Monroe Doctrine. scheerpost.com 
By Vijay Prashad / Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research Every day since 7 October has felt like an International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, with hundreds of thousands gathering in Istanbul, a million in Jakarta, and then yet another million across Africa and Latin America to demand an end to the brutal attack being carried out by Israel (with the collusion …
(2023-11-27). A Slow-Motion Gaza. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-27). As a Muslim Incarcerated in New Jersey, I Worry I Will Be Cremated When I Die. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-27). Chris Hedges Report: Zionist Anti-Palestine Censorship Is Surging w/ Dylan Saba. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-27). Israel's Genocidal Antisemitism Against the Arab Civilians of Gaza. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-27). Musk's Lawsuit Is About Destroying Free Speech. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-27). New Book Captures Revolutionary Spirit of Latin American Liberation Movements. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-27). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 51: Israel Fires at Palestinians Attempting to Return to Northern Gaza Amid Shaky Truce. scheerpost.com 
Palestinians inspect the damage following an Israeli airstrike on the El-Remal aera in Gaza City on October 9, 2023. Photo from Wikimedia Commons by Naaman Omar. | By Mustafa Abu Sneineh / Casualties: | 15,000 killed*, including 6,150 children, and 33,000 wound…
(2023-11-27). The Myth that Putin Was Bent on Conquering Ukraine and Creating a Greater Russia. scheerpost.com 
By John J Measheimer / Substack There is a growing body of compelling evidence showing that Russia and Ukraine were involved in serious negotiations to end the war in Ukraine right after it started on 24 February 2022 (see below). These talks were facilitated by Turkish President Recep Erdogan and former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and featured detailed and …
(2023-11-27). The New York Times Reports Gaza Civilians 'Are Being Killed at Historic Pace'. scheerpost.com 
By Max Jones / ScheerPost Staff Writer The New York Times reported on Saturday that "experts say that even a conservative reading of the casualty figures reported from Gaza shows that the pace of death during Israel's campaign has few precedents in this century." ScheerPost publisher Robert Scheer commented on the importance of the piece, …
(2023-11-27). U.S. Flies 'Routine' Spy Flights From UK's Cyprus Base Near Gaza for 'Third Party Governments'. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-27). Nov 27, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Hauser & Petrit àáeku — Concierto de Aranjuez — Adagio Hamas Isn't The Target, It's The Excuse, by Caitlin Johnstone The Past, Present and Future of Israel/Palestine — Juan Cole, S Seikaly and Z Lockman (Video Transcript) Dmitry Orlov on "Wherefore Israel?" by Kevin Barrett Israel and its allies are repurposing the goals and lies of 1948 — in Gaza in 2023, by Jonathan Cook Juan Cole: Infidel or Pagan? Understanding Kufr (ŸÉŸÅÿ±) in the Qur'an | Muhammad the Prophet of Peace Unintended Consequences of Israel's Assault on Pal…
(2023-11-27). Forest Defense Is About More Than The Trees. popularresistance.org For years, settlers and soldiers have set fire to and uprooted trees and attacked Palestinian olive harvesters in an attempt to further sever the people from their land. The olive trees are more than just a source of income, and indeed survival, for Palestinian farmers. They represent tradition and a culture of mutualism, and are a symbol of both life and struggle. It's perhaps both ironic and apt that olive branches are also a symbol of peace. Talaat Abu Jiyab, a Palestinian farmer in Gaza, told Middle East Today back in 2021 that, "Whether we are in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, the border areas or far from th…
(2023-11-27). The One Quadrillion Dollars Derivatives Bubble: "The Great Taking": How They Plan to Own It All. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). "Life-Threatening" Failures To Communicate. levernews.com
(2023-11-27). LEVER TIME PREMIUM: Affordable Housing Is Saving Paris. levernews.com On this week's bonus episode of Lever Time, available exclusively for The Lever's supporting subscribers, producer Frank Cappello is joined by journalist and author Cole Stangler to discuss his new book
(2023-11-27). Wednesday 11/29: Monterey Rally for Palestine. indybay.org Monterey City Hall, 580 Pacific Street, Monterey…
(2023-11-27). Articles] DAPagliflozin for the attenuation of albuminuria in Patients with hEaRt failure and type 2 diabetes (DAPPER study): a multicentre, randomised, open-label, parallel-group, standard treatment-controlled trial. thelancet.com Although dapagliflozin at a dose of 5 mg daily did not reduce urinary albumin excretion in patients with HF and T2D from that in the controls, our findings suggest that dapagliflozin decreased CV events and suppressed left ventricular remodeling.
(2023-11-27). Everything is gray and red in Gaza. electronicintifada.net Fear does not leave you during a truce.
(2023-11-27). Selected Articles: Unspoken Objective: Israel Wants to Confiscate Gaza's Offshore Gas Reserves Which Belong to Palestine. globalresearch.ca 
(2023-11-27). The Weekly Round-up: Gaza reprieve, Covid-19 Inquiry continues, and oil-spill litigation in the Niger Delta. ukhumanrightsblog.com In the news Fighting in Gaza paused this weekend, as Hamas and Israel agreed to a temporary, four-day reprieve. Twenty-six hostages have been released by Hamas and 39 Palestinian detainees held in pre-trial detention have been allowed to return to the West Bank. Under the terms of the agreement negotiated by Qatar, a total of …
(2023-11-27). America's Military Deployment in the Asia-Pacific Region. "Deter China from Invading Taiwan" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). México — AMLO no abandona a sus ciudadanos. globalizacion.ca El presidente mexicano Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO), con la sensibilidad humana que le caracteriza, anunció que ningún ciudadano quedará desamparado después de los desastres ocasionados por el huracán Otis. | Para aliviar los daños, AMLO informó que fue acordado un…
(2023-11-27). Neoliberalism, Democracy and the University as a Public Sphere. indybay.org What can educators and others concerned about the future of higher education do to make sure it is not colonized by corporate and other antidemocratic interests? First, educators & others need to figure out how to defend more vigorously higher education as a public good & how central it is in producing the formative culture necessary to educate young people to be critical & engaged.
(2023-11-27). Imperial AI initiative I-X to collaborate with Fetch.ai on 'new AI economy'. imperial.ac.uk AI startup Fetch.ai has joined I-X Business Partners, the corporate membership programme of Imperial's flagship initiative in artificial intelligence.
(2023-11-27). New Development Era Ahead for Belt and Road, BRICS. infobrics.org The launch of the Belt and Road Initiative a decade ago marked another milestone in China's development journey. The question is: What is the Belt and Road Initiative's role in international relations, particularly China's relations with other countries and organizations now and in the future?>
(2023-11-27). A World of Blocs: Where Pakistan Stands?>. infobrics.org BRICS and SCO play a vital role in challenging the western-based international order and its established hegemony. They were established to replace the developed West and serve as the foundation for joint Chinese and Russian efforts to reshape the international system…
(2023-11-27). China's Relationship with South Africa and the Continent Will Grow. infobrics.org Chairperson of the National Assembly's portfolio committee on international relations, Supra Mahumapelo, believes China's relationship with South Africa and the continent will grow over the next few years, given the level of investment…
(2023-11-27). Zelensky paranoid about the military and warns commanders to stay out of politics. infobrics.org US artillery shell deliveries to Ukraine have dropped over 30% since Hamas attacked Israel.
(2023-11-27). Is America pushing for artificial commodities crisis?>. infobrics.org Greek shipping companies that were forced to stop transporting Russian oil operate more than 100 tankers capable of handling nearly all oil exports from Russia's European ports (roughly 2.4 million barrels per day). For the time being, Moscow is dealing with this by relying on its shipping companies and other firms from around the world. However, any additional tightening of the sanctions could eliminate a large portion of its massive oil exports, resulting in further skyrocketing of the price of critical commodities, creating an artificial crisis that would affect the entire world.
(2023-11-27). Ukrainian negotiator admits conflict could have ended long time ago. infobrics.org According to the Ukrainian parliamentarian who headed Kiev's diplomatic team in Istanbul, Russia was willing to halt military actions, but Western pressure prevented Ukraine from accepting a mutually beneficial agreement.
(2023-11-27). Europe worries about the rise of "populism", but real specter haunting EU is "maidanization" infobrics.org Rather than expecting Ukraine to adapt to European norms and values, it would seem Europe is changing in such a way that post-Maidan Ukraine will just feel at home if its accession ever materializes.
(2023-11-27). Iran, Russia Discuss Cooperation in BRICS. infobrics.org Ranking diplomats from Iran and Russia weighed plans for closer cooperation between the two states within the framework of BRICS, which Iran will officially join in January 2024…
(2023-11-27). The Arctic for China's Green Energy Transition. infobrics.org Chinese Perspective on the Arctic and its Implication for Nordic Countries…
(2023-11-27). Argentina Would Benefit from Joining BRICS. infobrics.org Argentinian president-elect Javier Milei's team in charge of international relations is reportedly weighing up whether Argentina should proceed with joining BRICS or not. This, according to experts the team has consulted, represents "an opportunity rather than a risk" for the country…
(2023-11-27). Europe Worries about the Rise of "Populism": The Real Specter Haunting the EU is "Maidanization" libya360.wordpress.com Uriel Araujo In the Netherlands, the PVV (Freedom Party), led by controversial politician Geert Wilders, often described as "far-right" and "populist", won about 37 of the 150 seats in the Dutch parliament. While talks have started to form the new government, Wilders and his party are now in a leading position. Predictably, much is being…
(2023-11-27). Israeli Tank Gunner Reveals Orders to Fire Indiscriminately into Kibbutz. libya360.wordpress.com Wyatt Reed and Max Blumenthal New disclosures add to the growing body of evidence indicating many Israelis who died on October 7 were killed by the Israeli military. Meanwhile, the Israeli government has muzzled captives freed from Gaza to prevent further damage to the official narrative. Firsthand testimony by admittedly inexperienced Israeli tank operators reveals…
(2023-11-27). Israel's Ground War Conundrum. libya360.wordpress.com Hasan Illaik While Tel Aviv may intensify its bombardment of Gaza after the truce, this disguises the fact that its ground incursion is facing unprecedented dangers ahead. Before dusk on 26 November, fighters from Hamas' military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, began the process of handing over to the International Red Cross a number of Israeli captives…
(2023-11-27). Rising Tensions Between Political and Military Leaders in Ukraine as Military Campaign Fails. libya360.wordpress.com Dmitri Kovalevich In November, the Ukrainian authorities once again extended martial law for three months. This means that the presidential election scheduled for March 31, 2024, will not happen because the election law requires 100 days for campaigning. Martial law restrictions and a 'democratic election' are not mixing well in militarized Ukraine. Volodymyr Zelensky himself…
(2023-11-27). The Battle of Algiers Shows How Decolonization Is a Bloody and Messy Affair. libya360.wordpress.com Eamon Tracy On October 7th a group of around 2,000 Hamas militants breached a security barrier on the Gaza border astonishing the world and forever changing Israel's sense of security. In response to that brazen attack, Israel has ruthlessly targeted 2.3 million people in Gaza who faced a siege for weeks facing an endless barrage…
(2023-11-27). U.S. Flies 'Routine' Spy Flights from UK's Cyprus Base Near Gaza for 'Third Party Governments'. libya360.wordpress.com Matt Kennard An American U-2 spy plane parked at RAF Akrotiri, the British air base on Cyprus. (Screengrab: Google Earth) Leaked cable raises the possibility the US is flying surveillance missions over Gaza from RAF Akrotiri and sharing the intelligence with Israel, which would further implicate Britain in war crimes in Gaza. UK official said…
(2023-11-27). West Admits Ukraine is Losing Proxy War. libya360.wordpress.com Brian Berletic After nearly 2 years of portraying the ongoing conflict in Ukraine as unfolding in Kiev and the collective West's favor, a sudden deluge of admissions have begun saturating Western headlines noting that Ukraine is not only losing, but that there is little or nothing its Western backers can do to change this fact….
(2023-11-27). Biden Reportedly Plans to Skip COP28 Climate Summit Kicking Off This Week. truthout.org President Joe Biden is reportedly planning to skip the United Nations climate summit that kicks off later this week in Dubai, a decision sure to anger climate advocates and scientists who have pushed him to back a speedy fossil fuel phaseout at the talks. The New York Times was first to report the president's plans on Sunday, citing an unnamed White House official who did not provide a… |
(2023-11-27). Israel Poised to Vote on Budget Plan That Funds Illegal Settlements in West Bank. truthout.org The European Union's foreign affairs chief on Monday said he was "appalled to learn" that Israel's wartime government is preparing to vote on a budget plan that includes money for illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, where settler violence against Palestinians has grown in recent weeks amid Israel's assault on Gaza. "In the middle of a war, the Israeli gov is poised to commit new funds… |
(2023-11-27). Al-Shifa Hosptial, Hamas's Tunnels, And Israeli Propaganda. indybay.org Al-Shifa's Tunnels Were Built by Israel…
(2023-11-27). Saturday 12/2: Report from Chile on the 50th Anniversary of the US AFL-CIO Supported Coup. indybay.org San Jose Peace & Justice Center | 48 S. 7th St. | San Jose, CA 95112…
(2023-11-27). Telling the Complex History of Korea's Occupation. counterpunch.org 
On the South Korean side of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), the twisted wreckage of a train sits on a set of rails that end abruptly before they can proceed northward. The wreck, what remains of a train bombed during the Korean War, rests outside Woljeong-ri train station, the northernmost station on the Gyeongwon line before
(2023-11-27). US Sanctions Hit Nicaragua's Social Investment Programs. popularresistance.org Which country spends nearly two-thirds of its budget on tackling poverty? When I met Nicaragua's finance minister, Ivan Acosta, he had just presented his 2024 budget to its National Assembly, and he made clear that a large part of it is aimed at doing just that. | In cash terms, Nicaragua's government will spend about 24% more in 2024 than in the current year, which includes a huge increase (43%) in public sector investment. Acosta explained how the country would continue its recent advances in health, education, transport, energy, water supply, housing and local government services. Less than 3% of spending is f…
(2023-11-27). Two Solutions for the "Question of Palestine" counterpunch.org 
In these terrible times in the wake of October 7, there is one perception as to which the Israeli government and virtually all other governments now publicly profess to agree, sincerely and passionately in the Israeli case and at least rhetorically in the case of the Global West: The "Question of Palestine" can no longer
(2023-11-27). Second Nakba; Same Israeli Lies; Same Western Narrative. popularresistance.org History is repeating itself — and every politician and establishment journalist is pretending they cannot see what is staring them in the face. There is a collective and wilful refusal to join the dots in Gaza, even when they point in one direction only. | There has been a consistent pattern to Israel's behaviour since its creation 75 years ago — just as there has been a consistent pattern to the "see no evil, hear no evil" response of western powers. | In 1948, in events the Palestinians call their "Nakba," or Catastrophe, 80 percent of Palestinians were ethnically cleansed from their lands in what b…
(2023-11-27). The Cameron Doctrine Revisited. counterpunch.org 
What Cameron really brings to the role is reassurance that the status quo is secure. He is a safe pair of hands for certain sections of the political and media establishment. But we can better understand Cameron's foreign policy via a series of snapshots.
(2023-11-27). El Estado forajido de Israel. globalizacion.ca Hace días el primer ministro Scholz, pagando viejos delitos arios, señaló a Israel como: una democracia que respeta los derechos humanos y el derecho internacional… Y, en esos afanes le brotó el grosero engreimiento étnico, llamó terrorista a Hamás. | Semejante…
(2023-11-27). Carrying On Tradition Of National Day Of Mourning. popularresistance.org Once again on so-called "Thanksgiving Day," United American Indians of New England and our supporters are gathered on this hill to observe a National Day of Mourning for the Indigenous people murdered by settler colonialism and imperialism, from Turtle Island to Palestine. Today marks the 54th time we have gathered here to mourn our ancestors, tear down settler mythologies, and speak truth to power. The National Day of Mourning came into existence 53 "Thanksgivings" ago when my grandfather, an Aquinnah Wampanoag man named Wamsutta Frank James, was invited by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to speak at a banquet…
(2023-11-27). Hostile takeover: NATO's annexation of Montenegro. mronline.org NATO's stealth takeover of the tiny but geopolitically significant nation represents the Balkans' latest submission to U.S. global hegemony.
(2023-11-27). Osaka Minato Godo Shoichi Metals Branch Strike For Wages & Palestinians & Rally In Tokyo. indybay.org Osaka Minato Godo Shoichi Metals Branch workers went on a one day strike on Monday November 20. 2023 for a wage increase and to defend the Palestinian workers and people from US supported genocide by Israel in Gaza…
(2023-11-27). Ukraine Opts For More "Cowbell" As desperation Sets In. sonar21.com 
Powerline Crippled in Odessa | The last week of November is setting up to be a pivotal week in Ukraine's futile effort to fend off the Russian military. Russia is clobbering Kiev and other parts of western Ukraine with drone hordes that are wreaking havoc on military depots and electric power nodes. In Kiev, the rift between President Zelensky and General Zaluzhny is widening, with rumors swirling that Zelensky will order a full mobilization of Ukraine that will draft 17 to 70 year old civilians, including women. | To make matters worse General Winter has arrived in full force, lashing Ukraine (and Russia) wit…
(2023-11-27). Malik Rahim: Climate justice and the prisoners' struggle go together. therealnews.com 
Malik Rahim, a former Black Panther and long-time prison and housing activist, joins Rattling the Bars to discuss the conditions faced by prisoners at the notorious Louisiana State Penitentiary, more commonly known as "Angola." Rahim also delves into the necessity of environmental justice in the face of a future where climate collapse and fascism will come hand-in-hand. | Studio: Cameron Granadino, David Hebden | Post-Production: Cameron Granadino |
| Transcript: | Mansa Musa: Welcome to this edition of Rattling The Bars. I'm your host, Mansa Musa. Joining me today is Malik Rahim, an activist,…
(2023-11-27). Sunday 11/26: Bay Area Artists for a Free Palestine. indybay.org St John the Evangelist Episcopal Church | 1661 15th Street at Julian…
(2023-11-27). ExxonMobil's Land Grab. orinocotribune.com By María Páez Victor — Nov 24, 2023 | Attacks on Venezuela by the USA and its allies include 930 illegal sanctions that shut the country out from international finance and blocking it from buying medicines, food, or producing or selling its oil. Also there have been direct and indirect support for coup d'etat attempts, street violence leading to murders and injuries, cyberattacks on its electricity grid, sabotage of oil and infrastructure, financing criminal bands, corruption of officials, assassination attempt against the President and his cabinet, setting up a false presidency, appropriating CITGO oil com…
(2023-11-27). ExxonMobil's Land Grab. orinocotribune.com By María Páez Victor — Nov 24, 2023 | Attacks on Venezuela by the USA and its allies include 930 illegal sanctions that shut the country out from international finance blocking it from buying medicines, food or producing or selling its oil. Also there have been direct and indirect support for coup d'etat attempts, street violence leading to murders and injuries, cyberattacks on its electricity grid, sabotage of oil and infrastructure, financing criminal bands, corruption of officials, assassination attempt against the President and his cabinet, setting up a false presidency, appropriating CITGO oil company…
(2023-11-27). Time is short to head off catastrophe in southern Gaza. electronicintifada.net Biden is proving incapable of changing long-held beliefs.
(2023-11-27). Colombia sees large growth in chocolate production. america.cgtn.com 
Over the last decade, Colombia's chocolate production has grown exponentially with international recognition and in exports but also when it comes to the country's plans for peace. Michelle Begue has more from Bogota.
(2023-11-27). Psychotronic and Electromagnetic Weapons: Remote Control of the Human Nervous System. globalresearch.ca Note to readers: please click the share buttons above | This incisive article by Mojmir Babajek predicted more than 10 years ago, what is happening today, namely the development of informational weapons and the remote control of the human brain. | It …
(2023-11-27). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 52: Palestinians in Gaza brace for resumption of Israeli attacks as truce reaches final day. mondoweiss.net 
International leaders call for extending the truce as the fourth and final round of captive exchanges is set to take place. Palestinians in Gaza are still not able to count their dead as the majority of hospitals remain out of service.
(2023-11-27). Holiday shopping season kicks off with record spending. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. consumers spent a record whopping $9.8 billion dollars this Black Friday that's a 7.5% jump according to research firm Adobe Analytics. U.S. consumers also spent over $5 billion dollars on Thanksgiving day itself — and are set to spend even more on what is known as Cyber Monday when online behemoths like Amazon offer deep discounts on online purchases. CGTN's Nathan King has more.
(2023-11-27). Report: US Bases In Iraq, Syria 'Plagued By Weapons Thefts'. popularresistance.org US military bases in Iraq and Syria are plagued by thefts of weapons and equipment, a report from The Intercept published on 26 November has shown. | Criminal investigation documents obtained by The Intercept via the Freedom of Information Act show that "multiple sensitive weapons and equipment" — including guided missile launch systems as well as drones — have been stolen in Iraq. | This follows hundreds of thousands of dollars in military equipment stolen from US troops in Iraq and Syria between 2020 and 2022, as reported previously by The Intercept. | Officials in Washington claim the US bases in I…
(2023-11-27). And Again, Isn't It Too Late? smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2023-11-27). My Latest On (Real) Strategy. smoothiex12.blogspot.com Using watches comparison.
(2023-11-27). No Shit, Genius! Stoltenberg Has A Epiphany. smoothiex12.blogspot.com It is difficult to explain to them:
(2023-11-27). Russian Infantry At Work. smoothiex12.blogspot.com And as always was in history for Russian soldier–merciless in battle, sympathetic, humane and magnanimous in victory. Couple of guys take VSU POWs and order the guy to get up and put hands up–otherwise they will kill him, especially if his other partner is somewhere down the trench and he will begin to shoot. They order guy to crawl for his buddy and then recognize that the dude is 300. What do they do? Taking POW turns into evacuation of the wounded and they tell him to endure the pain while they pull him to their position. They say, hold on if you want to live. This is how you treat the defeated enemy. As Rus…
(2023-11-27). Backing Biden for 2024, Conformist Democrats Have Been in Denial. indybay.org Now They're in a Panic.
(2023-11-27). 1,500 Protesters Block Manhattan Bridge Demanding Lasting Gaza Ceasefire. truthout.org In what organizers said was the largest action of civil disobedience in New York City since the Iraq War, more than 1,000 protesters blocked traffic on the Manhattan Bridge for hours Sunday to demand a permanent cease-fire in Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza. The action, organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, began around 2 pm Eastern Time, and traffic began moving again around 5: 30 pm… |
(2023-11-27). Bolivia's steel complex plants to operate by 2024. plenglish.com La Paz, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) The Chair of the Steel Company of Mutun —ESM Jorge Alvarado assured on Monday that building up this complex would help reach 85% of its construction and six of its seven plants will be operating by 2024.
(2023-11-27). Cuba backs up nuclear weapon erradication at the NPT meeting. plenglish.com United Nations, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) The danger posed by nuclear weapons can only disappear with their total eradication, in a transparent, verifiable and irreversible manner, Cuba's First Deputy Foreign Minister Gerardo Peñalver assured on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Essequibo Campaign stands out by Venezuelans' unity. plenglish.com Caracas, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) The response of the people has been unity over differences, and mostly an active participation, Genesis Garvett, secretary of spokesperson and social media of the All Venezuela campaign command affirmed.
(2023-11-27). Guatemala seizes over 265 million dollars from drug smugglers. plenglish.com Guatemala City, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Guatemala seized over million in drugs, weapons and goods linked to organized crime and drug trafficking, a periodic document on this scourge revealed on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Prosecutor reports President Boluarte for deaths in riots. plenglish.com Lima, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Peru's Prosecutor of the Nation Patricia Benavides denounced on Monday President Dina Boluarte and Prime Minister Alberto Otarola for the aggravated homicide of Victor Santisteban, killed during the opposition social protests.
(2023-11-27). Salvadorans call for inquiring into gangster's release. plenglish.com San Salvador, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Civil society organizations called the Attorney General's Office (FGR) for inquiring into the release of gangster Elmer Canales Rivera, alias "Crook," La Prensa Grafica (LPG) reported on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Uruguay and Cuba to strengthen solidarity. plenglish.com Montevideo, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Cuba and Uruguay share stories of solidarity forged in accompanying the Cuban Revolution, the vice president of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) Noemi Rabaza assured on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Argentina Goes Loco: Javier Milei Elected President. orinocotribune.com By Francisco Dominguez — Nov 24, 2023 | Francisco Dominguez looks at the grim implications of the shock victory for a shocking candidate, assessing how much damage they might do to the nation and the continent | Latin America and the world were stunned to learn that on November 19 2023, Argentina's most extreme right-wing politician, Javier Milei, had been elected president with a hefty 56 per cent of the vote. | His rival, Peronist Sergio Massa, minister of economics of Alberto Fernandez's outgoing administration, scratched 44 per cent of the vote. The support of the electoral coalition Juntos por el Cambio…
(2023-11-27). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 50: First Hostages Released. popularresistance.org Thirty-nine Palestinians were released from Israeli prisons on Friday, as aid trickles back into Gaza amid calls for a full-fledged ceasefire to address the full scope of humanitarian devastation. Spain, Belgium, and the UK have strong words for Israel.
(2023-11-27). "Breaking Off Diplomatic Relations with Israel will be Counterproductive," Claims South Africa's (Unreliable) Foreign Minister. counterpunch.org 
Johannesburg. By late November, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza, there were 15 000 recorded Israeli murders of civilians, of which more than 6 100 were children. More than 7 000 Palestinians (including 4 700 women and children) are, additionally, feared to have died under rubble from Tel Aviv's bombing of 55
(2023-11-27). Targeting the Messenger to Kill the Message. counterpunch.org 
As in any conflict, the media war is a major influencer in swaying public opinion, a fact that has long been understood by the powers that be. As British minister David Lloyd George said in December 1917 of the bloodbath of World War I and the need to keep such horror out of the press: "If people really knew [the truth], the war would be stopped tomorrow. But of course they don't know, and can't know."
(2023-11-27). Targeting the Messenger to Kill the Message. counterpunch.org The Israeli onslaught on Palestinians is having a chilling effect on the media and its ability to report on events. So far, since 7 October, 46 Palestinian journalists have been killed and there has been the complete or partial destruction of "at least 117 press offices". A further 11 journalists have been injured, two are
(2023-11-27). Sao Paulo hosts Chinese film festival. america.cgtn.com 
Brazilians had a chance this weekend to immerse themselves in Chinese culture via the cinema. Sao Paulo hosted the inaugural edition of a Chinese film festival that organizers hope will become a yearly highlight on the calendar. CGTN's Paulo Cabral has more.
(2023-11-27). Number of people living with HIV decreases in South Africa — Study. plenglish.com A new survey has found that the percentage of people living with the HIV virus in South Africa has decreased from 14% in 2017 to 12.7% in 2022.
(2023-11-27). Workers Protest And Strike On Global Day Of Action To 'Make Amazon Pay'. popularresistance.org Workers and activists in different parts of the world downed their tools and took to the streets on Friday, November 24, to mark the fourth global day of action to "Make Amazon Pay." Convened by Progressive International and UNI Global Union, the campaign organized actions across 31 countries to protest the exploitative practices of the tech and commerce giant. | The action was held on 'Black Friday,' which is considered to be the biggest retail shopping day in the US, with companies announcing major discounts and sales to lure buyers. | "Workers know that it doesn't matter what country you're in or what your job…
(2023-11-27). Anti-Arab and Islamophobic hate crimes on the rise in the US amidst Israel's war on Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org This Saturday, three young Palestinian men, Hisham Awartani, Tahseen Ali, and Kenan Abdulhamid were shot in Vermont. The three men, all college students, were shot at four times by 48-year-old Jason J. Eaton. They were speaking Arabic and two of them were wearing Palestinian keffiyehs. All three of the shooting victims are 20 years old. | This comes shortly after three separate videos went viral of former State Department official Stuart Seldowitz harassing an Egyptian halal cart worker with vile Islamophobic and racist remarks. "Did you rape your daughter like Mohammed d…
(2023-11-27). Gaza truce extended by two days as prisoner and hostage exchange continues. peoplesdispatch.org The four-day truce between Israel and Hamas was set to expire on Tuesday morning. 33 Palestinian prisoners are set to be released on Monday…
(2023-11-27). Media outlets call for an end to Israel's massacre of Palestinian journalists. peoplesdispatch.org The world is waiting in cautious anticipation amid the four-day pause in hostilities in Gaza, giving Palestinians a brief respite from the incessant Israeli airstrikes. Israel did not cease its bombing of the enclave from October 7, when it declared war on Hamas following the surprise Al-Aqsa Flood Operation launched by Palestinian resistance groups, to the start of the pause on November 24. In these nearly seven weeks, over 15,000 Palestinians were killed and 33,000 have been injured. The number of missing is around 6,800, many of whom are presumed dead or still trapped under the rubble. | Amid these genocidal a…
(2023-11-27). Moroccan activists arrested for demanding end to normalization of ties with Israel. peoplesdispatch.org Morocco in 2020 became the fourth Arab country to normalize relations with Israel under the US-backed Abraham Accords. The government is facing intense domestic pressure with thousands taking to the streets in solidarity with the Palestinian people…
(2023-11-27). Marching for Israel? American and Israeli War Criminals Celebrate Together. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Hundreds of Australian students in Sydney protest for Palestinians. presstv.ir Hundreds of Australian students skipped class in Sydney to protest for the freedom of Palestinians.
(2023-11-27). Turks in Istanbul protest death of civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Istanbul on Friday to protest civilian deaths in the Gaza Strip and express support for the Palestinians.
(2023-11-27). Pro-Palestine rallies continue as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine protesters hold more rallies in Sydney and New York in solidarity with people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-27). People march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in London. presstv.ir People take to the streets of London to march in support of Palestinians.
(2023-11-27). Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate in Frankfurt. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters hold a demonstration in Frankfurt, calling for an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Sri Lankans rally outside US embassy, denounce its support for Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of Sri Lankan protesters gather in front of the US embassy in Colombo to denounce Washington's support for Tel Aviv.
(2023-11-27). Hezbollah: Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm 'marvelous'; Israel forced to accept ceasefire. presstv.ir A high-ranking official with the Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement calls the Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm a 'marvelous operation", saying its effects will be known soon.
(2023-11-27). Gaza war inflicts 'humiliating defeat' on Israel, reveals 'true nature' of US: Iran Army chief. presstv.ir The chief commander of the Iranian Army says the onslaught on Gaza has inflicted a "humiliating defeat" on Israel and exposed the true face of the regime's supporters.
(2023-11-27). Israeli soldier dedicates bombing of Gaza home as 'birthday gift' to daughter. presstv.ir In a shocking video that has surfaced online, an Israeli regime soldier is seen detonating a residential house in the besieged Gaza Strip as a "birthday gift" to his two-year-old daughter.
(2023-11-27). Iran: Resistance battle against Israel will alter 'balance of power in region'. presstv.ir "Al-Aqsa Storm showed Palestine is still the top issue in the world," the spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry said.
(2023-11-27). Thousands protest in Lyon in solidarity with Palestinian. presstv.ir Thousands of demonstrators joined a pro-Palestine rally in Lyon to demand ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Palestinian killed in Israeli attack in Gaza despite truce deal. presstv.ir Israel is said to have violated the truce deal with Hamas by attacking a refugee camp in central Gaza.
(2023-11-27). 'U.S. accomplice in Israel's crimes, cannot make decisions for people of Gaza'. presstv.ir Iran says as an accomplice in Israel's crimes against Gaza, the US has no right to make decisions for Palestinians in the besieged territory.
(2023-11-27). New York City protesters disrupt Black Friday shopping to support Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Dozens of protesters gather near Macy's megastore in Manhattan, disrupting Black Friday shopping to show support for Palestinians.
(2023-11-27). Yemeni forces fire ballistic missiles toward US destroyer in Gulf of Aden: CENTCOM. presstv.ir The US military says Yemeni Armed Forces fire two ballistic missiles in the direction of USS Mason, an Arleigh-Burke class destroyer, in the Gulf of Aden.
(2023-11-27). Iran stresses on sustainable security as new destroyer joins naval fleet. presstv.ir Iran's highest-ranking military commander stresses on sustainable security as a new destroyer joins naval fleet.
(2023-11-27). Iran stresses sustainable security as new destroyer joins naval fleet. presstv.ir Iran's highest-ranking military commander stresses sustainable security as a new destroyer joins naval fleet.
(2023-11-27). Israel 'paralyzed' after failing to eliminate resistance: Islamic Jihad envoy. presstv.ir The Palestinian Islamic Jihad resistance movement's envoy to Tehran says Israel's brutal aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip has failed to achieve "any of its goals."
(2023-11-27). UK health crisis: NHS care delays caused 112 deaths, harmed 8,000 last year. presstv.ir England's medical treatment delays related to the NHS harmed 8,000 people and caused 112 deaths last year, a British daily paper revealed.
(2023-11-27). Palestinian resistance says Gaza ceasefire 'extendable' as calls to prolong truce grow. presstv.ir Calls mount for the extension of a four-day truce between Israel and the Palestinian Hamas resistance group in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-27). Israel massacred own people under 'Hannibal Directive': Reports. presstv.ir Israel massacred its own people by enacting its controversial 'Hannibal Directive' during the Palestinians' Oct. 7 operation, according to reports.
(2023-11-27). North Korea beefs up weapons, troops on border after military pact suspended. presstv.ir North Korea has deployed soldiers and heavy weapons at guard posts near the border with South Korea.
(2023-11-27). Crowds pack China's Beijing hospital after respiratory illness surge. presstv.ir Eyewitness footage showed an overcrowded waiting area at the Beijing Children's Hospital.
(2023-11-27). Region 'let down' by West's reaction to Israeli crimes in Gaza: Qatar. presstv.ir Qatar's Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani has slammed the West's support for Israel's war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-27). US resorts to political maneuvering to achieve unfulfilled goals in Gaza war: Iran. presstv.ir Iran says the US is resorting to political means to achieve the unfulfilled goals during Israel war on Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Iran naval forces 'frustrated' self-proclaimed maritime superpowers: IRGC cmdr. presstv.ir The IRGC Navy commander says his force along with the Iranian Army's naval division have "frustrated" those claiming to be maritime superpowers.
(2023-11-27). Thousands rally in Nuremberg, demanding permanent Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Thousands of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched in Nuremberg to demand a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Iran warns of Israel's plot to stoke tension in West Asia. presstv.ir Iran says Israel is responsible for the consequences of any increased tension in the West Asia region.
(2023-11-27). Global demands to extend Gaza truce becoming louder. presstv.ir November 27 was the final day of the temporary ceasefire agreement.
(2023-11-27). White House funding massive phone surveillance program. presstv.ir The DAS (Data Analytical Services) program has been collecting information from countless phone calls nationwide.
(2023-11-27). Jordan says Israeli crimes in Gaza qualify as genocide. presstv.ir Jordan's FM says events in Gaza qualify as genocide as MPs seek a review of accords with Israel.
(2023-11-27). Iran calls for Israel to be brought to justice for '4 core international crimes' in Gaza. presstv.ir An Iranian diplomat says Israel should be brought to justice for all four core international crimes it committed in Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Hamas says made deal to extend Gaza truce by 2 days. presstv.ir The temporary ceasefire has given Palestinians in the besieged territory a brief respite from Israel's 7-week brutal war.
(2023-11-27). Biden ditched staff advice to dismiss fake news on 'Hamas beheading babies'. presstv.ir The US president dismissed the recommendation that he cut a line about Hamas beheading babies "because those reports were unverified."
(2023-11-27). Iranian academics: Israel seeks genocide, extinction of Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir A group of Iranian academic figures and distinguished luminaries have officially condemned the Israeli regime's brutal aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-27). There Never Was a "New Virus", There Never was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). There Never Was a Virus, There Never was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Women's Rights in Afghanistan: "Before" and "After" America's Destructive Wars. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). 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".
(2023-11-27). The Old and New Nakba. counterpunch.org 
It is simply inaccurate to claim that the ongoing Israeli attempt to displace all, or many Palestinian refugees from Gaza to Sinai is a new idea, compelled by recent circumstances. Displacing Palestinians, or as it is known in Israeli political lexicon, the 'transfer', is an old idea — as old as Israel itself. In fact,
(2023-11-27). The Old and New Nakba. counterpunch.org It is simply inaccurate to claim that the ongoing Israeli attempt to displace all, or many Palestinian refugees from Gaza to Sinai is a new idea, compelled by recent circumstances. Displacing Palestinians, or as it is known in the Israeli political lexicon, the 'transfer', is an old idea – as old as Israel itself. In fact, historically, population 'transfer' has been more than an idea, but an actual government policy, with clear mechanisms.
(2023-11-27). Gaza's Call to the World: Unveiling the Silent Message of the Red Triangle. mintpressnews.com 
The origins of the small red triangle do not matter. Maybe it was intended to represent something or was simply a technical choice made by a young, tech-savvy Palestinian fighter to let us know where we needed to look. What truly matters is its deeper meaning.
(2023-11-27). México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" indybay.org México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" | La marioneta, que representa la figura de una niña siria de 10 años, es un símbolo global de las personas refugiadas. Esta es su primera vez en Latinoamérica…
(2023-11-27). French government takes aim at covid "conspiracy theorists" and complementary and alternative medicine in draft bill to combat sects. expose-news.com In mid-November, the French Senate reviewed a draft law that aims to crush dissent using hefty fines of up to EUR 15,000 and threat of jail time. Anyone daring to criticise medical …
(2023-11-27). Bill Gates Is Funding a Scheme to Cut Down 70 Million Acres of Forests in North America. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Activists, You Must Shame and Pressure the Palestinian Authority for Its Sins as Much as You Pressure Israel for Its Crimes. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). When Israel bombed our neighbors. electronicintifada.net Woman uprooted in 2003 sees her home destroyed in 2023.
(2023-11-27). Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network On Raids. popularresistance.org Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network denounces in the strongest terms the raids carried out by German police in four federal states, with a particular focus in Berlin, targeting Palestinians labeled by the German state as members or supporters of Samidoun or of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas. We express our deepest solidarity with all of those subjected to these raids today, and we view these raids as a clear attempt by the German state to terrorize the Palestinian, Arab and Muslim communities in Germany and, more broadly, the popular sentiment in support of Palestinian liberation.
(2023-11-27). Perinatal Healthcare Workers in Santa Cruz County Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza. indybay.org Campesina Womb Justice, a mutual aid project for womb justice and healing for indigenous campesinas in Santa Cruz County, has released a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Elon Musk's Backing of Antisemitic Content May Cost "X" Up to $75M in Ad Revenue. truthout.org Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly known as Twitter) may have cost the company tens of millions of dollars in lost advertising revenue due to his recent comments endorsing an antisemitic and racist conspiracy theory, internal documents show. According to The New York Times, these documents find that the social media platform could lose as much as $75 million from advertising by the end of this… |
(2023-11-27). Israeli Forces Have Still Killed Palestinians Amid 4-Day "Ceasefire" truthout.org Last week, Israeli leaders struck an agreement with Hamas to implement a four-day pause in bombardments in Gaza after weeks of Israeli attacks that have killed over 14,500 Palestinians. But Israeli forces have continued killing Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and Gaza throughout the supposed pause. The pause began on Friday and was originally supposed to last through Tuesday morning local… |
(2023-11-27). Leak Shows UAE Planned to Use COP28 Climate Talks to Strike Fossil Fuel Deals. truthout.org The United Arab Emirates, the host of this year's UN climate conference COP28, has covertly conspired to use the global gathering as a place to strike fossil fuel deals with other countries and lobby for oil and gas, a damning investigation finds. According to reporting by the Centre for Climate Reporting (CCR) and BBC, Sultan al-Jaber — who is both the president of COP28 and CEO of the UAE's… |
(2023-11-27). Monday 12/11: Teaching (Beyond) Crisis: Black Ecologies and Critical Hope. indybay.org Virtual event, register here: ucsc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P5GKNY-JT0GRysaJOK6fxw#/registration…
(2023-11-27). "There Is an Alternative": Meet the Israeli & Palestinian "Combatants for Peace" Urging Nonviolence. democracynow.org 
With Israel and Palestine experiencing the worst violence in decades, we speak with two co-founders of Combatants for Peace, a group composed of people from both sides of the conflict who have committed to nonviolence and peaceful coexistence. Avner Wishnitzer is a former member of Sayeret Matkal, one of the Israel Defense Forces' elite commando units, and Sulaiman Khatib spent more than 10 years in prison after being arrested as a teenager for an attack on Israeli soldiers. The two recently co-authored a piece for The New York Review of Books on modeling a nonviolent path toward peace. "We are offeri…
(2023-11-27). Headlines for November 27, 2023. democracynow.org Calls Mount to Extend Truce as Dozens of Hamas Captives and Palestinian Prisoners Freed, Israeli Forces Kill at Least 8 West Bank Palestinians Amid Surge in Violence, Vermont Police Arrest Suspect in Shooting of 3 Palestinian Students, Activists Shut Down Manhattan Bridge; Demonstrators Disrupt Macy's Parade Over Protest-Filled Weekend, BBC Censors BAFTA Acceptance Speeches Expressing Solidarity with Palestine, NYU Cancer Doctor Sues After Firing for Racist Posts, Far-Right Xenophobe Geert Wilders on Path to Become Dutch PM After Parliamentary Election, Russia Launches Largest Drone Attack in Ukraine Since…
(2023-11-27). Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal Highlights Plight of Palestinian Prisoners, Many of Them Children. democracynow.org 
With a four-day truce between Israel and Hamas set to expire after Monday, we look at who has been released and the growing pressure to extend the pause in fighting that has given Gaza residents small respite from Israel's relentless bombardment and allowed humanitarian aid to reach people inside the territory. The pause began Friday to allow for the release of Israelis and foreign nationals kept hostage by militants in Gaza in exchange for the freedom of some of the thousands of Palestinians held in Israeli jails, many of whom are minors and women. "We are talking about over 7,000 Palestinian politic…
(2023-11-27). Fuerzas de ocupación israelíes asesinan a un agricultor en Gaza. telesurtv.net En las últimas horas también se reportaron varios asesinatos en la ocupada Cisjordania a manos del ejército de Israel.
(2023-11-27). Third Round of Prisoner Exchange in Gaza Advances, Truce Extended. orinocotribune.com The Palestinian Resistance concluded the third round of prisoner exchange yesterday with the handover of 13 Israelis and 4 foreigners. This is part of the truce agreement reached on November 22. | The Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement has handed over 13 Israeli prisoners to the Red Cross in the occupied territories and one is admitted to a hospital, the army of the Israeli occupation regime confirmed in a statement. The foreign beneficiaries went to the Rafah border post. Following the transfer, 39 Palestinians were released from the regime's prisons. | This prisoner exchange has been celebrated by many des…
(2023-11-27). How will I live now that Israel has killed my children? electronicintifada.net My cousin Raed loved treating his children and his nieces and nephews to ice cream and playground trips. But Israel killed them all.
(2023-11-27). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-27). Corea del Norte acude a las urnas para elegir autoridades locales. telesurtv.net Hasta el mediodía, el 47,8% de los votantes había participado en las elecciones locales para elegir nuevos diputados para las asambleas locales de provincias, ciudades y condados de todo el país.
(2023-11-27). China, Japón y Corea del Sur buscan reanudar su cooperación. telesurtv.net China instó a los tres países a hacer más para desempeñar un papel activo en la promoción del desarrollo regional y global, dados los cambios acelerados no vistos en un siglo y la lenta recuperación económica.
(2023-11-27). Niña irlandesa liberada por Hamas había sido dada por muerta por Israel. telesurtv.net Israel inicialmente afirmó que encontraron el cadáver de Emily Hand, pero 30 días después dijeron que estaba viva. Hoy regresó con su familia.
(2023-11-27). Muere una persona tras naufragio de carguero en costas griegas. telesurtv.net El Raptor, que se dirigía de Alejandría a Estambul y transportaba 6.000 toneladas de sal, informó de un problema mecánico antes de desaparecer frente a Lesbos.
(2023-11-27). Sierra Leona declara toque de queda tras ataque a cuarteles. telesurtv.net En un comunicado del Gobierno afirmó este domingo que las fuerzas de seguridad tenían el control de la situación.
(2023-11-27). Agresión israelí deja inoperativo el Aeropuerto Internacional de Damasco. telesurtv.net Las defensas antiaéreas sirias respondieron de inmediato al ataque y lograron derribar la mayoría de los misiles israelíes.
(2023-11-27). Concluyen en Chile los Juegos Parapanamericanos 2023. telesurtv.net Delegación de Brasil ocupó el primer lugar del medallero, escoltada por EE.UU. y Colombia. Próximos juegos serán en 2027 en Barranquilla.
(2023-11-27). Balean a estudiantes palestinos en Vermont, EE.UU. telesurtv.net El hecho ocurre en medio de la tregua entre Israel y el movimiento de resistencia islámica palestino Hamás. Se desconocen los móviles del ataque.
(2023-11-27). Hamás expresa interés en extender tregua humanitaria con Israel. telesurtv.net Este domingo Israel liberó a 39 adolescentes palestinos que permanecían secuestrados en cárceles de Tel Aviv.
(2023-11-27). TSJ de Venezuela: ningún agente foráneo puede impedir referendo consultivo sobre Esequibo. telesurtv.net La Corte asevera que celebración del referendo es un derecho fundamental y ningún agente foráneo puede pronunciarse en torno a su conformidad.
(2023-11-27). Asciende a 3.200 cifra de detenidos en Gaza y Cisjordania. telesurtv.net El ejército israelí ha arrojado 40.000 toneladas de explosivos en la Franja de Gaza desde el 7 de octubre.
(2023-11-27). Asesinan a un firmante del Acuerdo de Paz en el Cauca, Colombia. telesurtv.net Argemiro Fajardo, el excombatiente de las FARC, fue asesinado el domingo cuando se desplazaba en una carretera del departamento colomiano del Cauca.
(2023-11-27). Balacera en Canadá deja tres muertos y dos heridos. telesurtv.net El informe preliminar del referido cuerpo policial indicó que en la escena fueron encontradas cinco personas con "heridas consistentes por disparos".
(2023-11-27). Venezuela y Cuba suscriben acuerdos de cooperación turística. telesurtv.net Los ministros para el turismo de ambas naciones celebraron una reunión en el Fitven 2023, celebrado en suelo venezolano.
(2023-11-27). Cancilleres de países amazónicos se unen contra crisis climática. telesurtv.net Los cancilleres de Bolivia, Brasil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Perú, Surinam y Venezuela aprobaron además otras 29 resoluciones para la protección del Amazonas.
(2023-11-27). Asesinan a tres personas en refugio para sin techos en EE.UU. telesurtv.net Tras una revisión inicial de la escena del crimen todo parece indicar que alguien mató a tres personas antes de suicidarse.
(2023-11-27). Crecen los llamados a extender la tregua en la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Hasta la fecha se han realizado tres intercambios de rehenes y secuestrados, en los que en total han sido liberadas 175 personas por Hamás y 117 palestinos liberados por Israel.
(2023-11-27). Colegios belgas suspenden las clases por amenazas de bombas. telesurtv.net La institución de Educación de la región de Valonia Bruselas deploro la proliferación de las amenzas de bombas en los centros educativos.
(2023-11-27). Fiscalía cita a expresidente colombiano por masacre de El Aro. telesurtv.net El Tribunal Superior de Medellín compulsó copias contra Álvaro Uribe Vélez para que se investigara su posible participación en las masacres de El Aro y La Granja.
(2023-11-27). Presidente Petro reitero la necesidad de la reforma a la salud. telesurtv.net Gustavo Petro aseveró que los representantes del Centro Democrático le han advertido que de aprobarse la reforma de salud, la Corte Constitucional la tumbaría.
(2023-11-27). Palestinos liberan a 13 rehenes según lo acordado con Israel. telesurtv.net En el tercer día de cuatro, de la tregua pactada entre las parte enfrentadas, Israel entregó a 39 palestinos secuestrados.
(2023-11-27). Denuncian asesinato de líder social en Córdoba, Colombia. telesurtv.net "Luis Mendoza era un reconocido líder quien actualmente se desempeñaba como presidente de la Junta de Acción Comunal de la vereda Los Rosales", dijo Indepaz.
(2023-11-27). Dina Boluarte obtiene mayor desaprobación de su gestión en Perú. telesurtv.net Investigación del IEP consultó a la población desde el 18 de noviembre hasta el jueves 23 de noviembre.
(2023-11-27). Sunday 11/26: Tenants Fighting Eviction to Picket KP Market, Threatening Boycott. indybay.org KP Market (2370 Telegraph Avenue)…
(2023-11-27). Oakland Tenants Fighting Eviction Picket KP Market, Threatening Boycott. itsgoingdown.org 
Report on recent action by tenants in the Valley Street Tenant Council and Tenant and Neighborhood Councils in so-called Oakland, CA. Oakland, CA — On Sunday, Nov. 26, the Valley Street Tenant Council and Tenant and Neighborhood Councils carried out a noisy picket at KP Market, owned by landlord Byong Yu. A crowd of some…
(2023-11-27). Agenda to Depopulate the Planet Through COVID Vaccination. Revealed by Government Reports and Pfizer Documents. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). A Slow-Motion Gaza. fpif.org Imagine this: humanity in its time on Earth has already come up with two distinct ways of destroying this planet and everything on it. The first is, of course, nuclear weapons, which once again surfaced in the ongoing nightmare in the Middle East. (An Israeli minister recently
(2023-11-27). A new mood in the world will put an end to the Global Monroe Doctrine: The Forty-Seventh Newsletter (2023). mronline.org No war in recent years—not even the 'shock and awe' campaign used by the United States against Iraq in 2003—has been as ruthless in its use of force.
(2023-11-27). Cities Like Portland Are Spending Staggering Amounts on Police PR Budgets. truthout.org Over the past few years, Portland, Oregon, like several other United States metro areas, has seen a substantial rise in gun violence. Since 2019, statistics show an increase in the homicide rate, non-fatal gun violence crime and other auxiliary metrics used to measure public safety. But as policy makers and advocates debate solutions to this violence, Portland police have scaled up their efforts… |
(2023-11-27). In chilling attack on free speech, court issues injunction against public defenders' union resolution opposing Gaza genocide. wsws.org The lawsuit is a major legal attack on the right to free speech, arrogating to employers and the capitalist courts the "right" to determine whether public expression of opposition to genocide is legally permissible.
(2023-11-27). Australian protesters speak out: Gaza genocide "is about protecting US imperialist interests in the Middle East" wsws.org "It is limiting to look at it as a mere Israel/Gaza conflict because really, it is all about protecting American interests in the area, as Joe Biden said himself."
(2023-11-27). China suspends publishing youth unemployment data. wsws.org The Beijing regime is terrified that the rapidly growing youth unemployment figure will foster social opposition and undermine its rule.
(2023-11-27). Amazon warehouse workers strike in Coventry, UK as part of international "Black Friday" protests. wsws.org 1,000 workers walked out according to the GMB union. Approximately 800 workers were on picket lines or took part in protests outside Amazon's warehouse.
(2023-11-27). UAW announces tentative agreement with Allison Transmission, running roughshod over mass sentiment for strike. wsws.org The UAW has delayed announcing details of the agreement with management, further enraging workers.
(2023-11-27). US, Australia stage joint patrols with the Philippines in South China Sea. wsws.org A confrontation at sea with Chinese vessels is imminently plausible and could easily escalate into conflict and launch the rapid spiral of events to war.
(2023-11-27). Hundreds converge on Capitol in Lansing, Michigan to oppose the genocide in Gaza. wsws.org Anees, whose family is Palestinian, said, "There's a saying—the United States has no feelings, it has interests. I think the Palestinian is just an inconvenience for the broader policy in the Middle East."
(2023-11-27). Thanksgiving in America: End of pandemic social programs fuels rising hunger. wsws.org A major driver in the rise of poverty is the end of pandemic emergency benefits, including expanded child tax credits and food stamps, as well as free school meals.
(2023-11-27). This week in history: November 27-December 3. wsws.org This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago and 100 years ago.
(2023-11-27). New board of directors restores Sam Altman as CEO of OpenAI. wsws.org One week after he was fired, Altman was restored as CEO of the leading artificial intelligence technology company as a result of a staff revolt, combined with the intervention of Microsoft Corporation and other powerful sections of the ruling class.
(2023-11-27). New surge of COVID-19 in Australia. wsws.org What has been established in place of a coordinated public health response is a policy of mass infection and death, as the continued circulation of a deadly virus is treated as a non-event.
(2023-11-27). Berlin: Humboldt University Student Parliament rejects pro-Israel motion proposed by Social Democrats. wsws.org Last week, the Student Parliament (StuPa) of Humboldt University (HU) rejected by a large majority a motion aimed at defending Israel's genocide in the Gaza Strip and suppressing criticism of it.
(2023-11-27). Australian journalists take a stand against official media's backing of Israeli war crimes. wsws.org The journalists condemned the phony "both-sidesism" of official coverage, insisted on centering the historical oppression of the Palestinians and demanded their right to report on war crimes and genocide.
(2023-11-27). Thousands strike once again in Germany against assault on educational and social programmes. wsws.org Around 10,000 public sector employees took strike action once again Wednesday in Berlin for better working conditions and higher wages.These included teachers and educators from daycare centres and schools, as well as employees of the Senate and district administrations, firefighters and university employees.
(2023-11-27). Three Palestinian students shot in Burlington, Vermont in suspected hate crime. wsws.org According to police, a "white man" shot the three students with a pistol as they were walking to a family dinner on Saturday night.
(2023-11-27). Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha detained and beaten by Israel Defense Forces. wsws.org The IDF's brutal and arbitrary treatment of an acclaimed Palestinian poet underscores the incompatibility of Zionism with culture and mutual understanding.
(2023-11-27). Vast scale of Gaza genocide comes into view. wsws.org Three days into the first letup in Israel's two-month-long bombardment of Gaza, film crews have begun to document the evidence left behind by the deliberate mass murder of Gaza's civilian population in what is the world's largest crime scene.
(2023-11-27). State of emergency declared in Kentucky after chemical train derails. wsws.org Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a State of Emergency with a half-mile evacuation zone implemented.
(2023-11-27). Israeli tank gunner reveals orders to fire indiscriminately into kibbutz — report. thegrayzone.com New disclosures add to the growing body of evidence indicating many Israelis who died on October 7 were killed by the Israeli military. Meanwhile, the Israeli government has muzzled captives freed from Gaza to prevent further damage to the official narrative. Firsthand testimony by admittedly inexperienced Israeli tank operators reveals orders to open fire upon Israeli communities when Palestinian militants breached the fences encircling Gaza on October 7. A glowing profile of an all-female tank company by Israel's N12 News …
(2023-11-27). Toronto Police Arrest Palestine Activists, Should Target Heather Reisman. dissidentvoice.org Aggressive pre-dawn police raids on homes and charging individuals with hate crimes for posting social justice messages is legal overreach at best and "thought crimes" reflecting creeping fascism at worst. Truth is Heather Reisman, not those putting up posters, is the one who should have been charged with breaking Canadian law. Between 4: 30 and 6 …
(2023-11-27). Republicans Introduce Bill Mandating Misgendering of Trans Federal Employees. truthout.org Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn) have introduced bicameral legislation that would ban all federal government employees and federally funded entities from using anything other than a person's legal name and the pronouns that correspond with the sex they were assigned at birth. The bill, misleadingly named the Safeguarding Free Speech Act, was introduced in response to a new… |
(2023-11-28). COP28 president caught in oil lobbying scandal: Secretly pushes fossil fuel agenda amidst climate leadership. nationofchange.org This conflict of interest, uncovered through an investigation by the Center for Climate Reporting (CCR), raises serious questions about the integrity of the UN climate summit leadership.
(2023-11-28). How incarcerated people are helping at-risk youth avoid prison. nationofchange.org By sharing our lived experiences, I have seen how incarcerated people can stop the pipeline funneling troubled teens to prison.
(2023-11-28). Amazon's Mightiest Apex Predator, The Jaguar. pressenza.com by: Assaf Levy, In the past, jaguars were revered as deities, but currently, their population is being drastically reduced throughout their habitat. | Explore the deep, dense jungles where a stunning and mighty creature resides—the incredible jaguar. This majestic big cat grabs your attention and sparks your imagination with its captivating patterns and intense gaze. Join me on an exciting journey through the lush trees as we uncover the mysteries of this fascinating animal. | Learn about its special traits, find out how many are left in the wild, and understand why it's…
(2023-11-28). 38 Congressional Lawmakers Won't Seek Reelection in 2024. truthout.org Dozens of lawmakers within Congress are opting not to run for reelection in 2024, signaling a growing discontent with the extremely partisan and dysfunctional way the legislative branch of the federal government has operated in recent months. Thirty-eight members of Congress — seven Senators and 31 members of the House of Representatives — have said they will not seek reelection next year. |
(2023-11-28). Genocide in Gaza, Activists Shut Down Manhattan Bridge. Demonstrators Disrupt Macy's Parade Over Protest-Filled Weekend. pressenza.com In New York, over 1,000 peaceful protesters held a sit-in protest Sunday at the entrance to the Manhattan Bridge, halting traffic to downtown Brooklyn. Protesters, led by Jewish Voice for Peace, unfurled banners reading "Let Gaza Live" and "The Whole World Is Watching" as they sat in the roadway chanting, "Up with liberation! Down with occupation!" Their protest came three days after protesters disrupted the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to demand an end to U.S. support for Israel's occupation and bombardment of Gaza. Protesters wore jumpsuits covered in fake blood and glued themselves to the street, briefly dis…
(2023-11-28). Xi chairs leadership meeting on Yangtze River Economic Belt development, CPC leadership over foreign affairs. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Nov. 27 held a meeting to review Guidelines on Policies and Measures for Further Promoting High-Quality Development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, and Regulations on the CPC Leadership over Foreign Affairs. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, chaired the meeting.
(2023-11-28). MOVIES VS. CAPITALISM: Ask MVC Anything. levernews.com
(2023-11-28). Released Israeli hostage thanks Hamas for making daughter feel 'like a queen'. geo.tv Israeli mother wrote letter to Hamas thanking them for their "kindness and compassion" during 49-day captivity…
(2023-11-28). German military "would only last two days in a battle" due to weapons deliveries to Kiev. infobrics.org Germany will face deindustrialisation if sanctions on Russian energy continue, warns CEO.
(2023-11-28). Anti-Abortion Groups Made Sure Abortion Ban Exceptions Didn't Happen. truthout.org After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending nearly 50 years of federal protection for abortion, some states began enforcing strict abortion bans while others became new havens for the procedure. ProPublica is investigating how sweeping changes to reproductive health care access in America are affecting people, institutions and governments. State Rep. Taylor Rehfeldt was speaking on the… |
(2023-11-28). Winter 2023 National Immigrant Solidarity Network News Alert! indybay.org Breaking his campaign promise — amid a migrant crisis, Biden to build new section of racist border wall!
(2023-11-28). Could Restrictive New Voting Laws in Swing States Shift the Outcome in 2024? truthout.org The 2024 presidential election is a full year away — and many of the rules that will govern the pivotal contest have already been written. The past three years make up one of the most prolific periods for election legislation in American history. Over 560 new laws governing our elections — many of them containing pages and pages of changes — have become law in states all across the country. |
(2023-11-28). Turks in Istanbul protest death of civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Istanbul on Friday to protest civilian deaths in the Gaza Strip and express support for the Palestinians.
(2023-11-28). Region 'let down' by West's reaction to Israeli crimes in Gaza: Qatar. presstv.ir Qatar's Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani has slammed the West's support for Israel's war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-28). Biden ditched staff advice to dismiss fake news on 'Hamas beheading babies'. presstv.ir The US president dismissed the recommendation that he cut a line about Hamas beheading babies "because those reports were unverified."
(2023-11-28). ASI seeks 3 weeks' more to submit Gyanvapi mosque survey report. muslimmirror.com Varanasi : The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has sought three more weeks to submit the scientific survey report of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi. The survey had concluded almost a month ago and the ASI had sought extra time to file its report. The last extension was on November 18, when the ASI asked …
(2023-11-28). UN experts call for independent investigations into crimes committed in Israel, Palestine. muslimmirror.com ATHENS : A group of UN experts called for full and independent investigations into crimes committed in Israel and Palestine in a joint statement on Monday. Urging Israel, the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank and authorities in Gaza to cooperate fully with the investigations, they said "independent investigators must be given the necessary resources, …
(2023-11-28). Dysfunctional Migration App Is Making Migrants to US Vulnerable to Kidnapping. truthout.org The U.S. has been using a dysfunctional app to "manage" a humanitarian crisis, and the situation is reaching a breaking point. Migrants have been using the CBP One app to get appointments with border officials since January. When Title 42 expired in May, the U.S. returned to Title 8 to punish anyone who tries to cross between checkpoints and doesn't use the app with a five-year ban. |
(2023-11-28). Africa Cup of Nations: 1xBet tells about continent's main football tournament intrigue. independent.co.ug The bookmaker company 1xBet is a reliable partner of the Africa Cup of Nations and, together with you, is counting the days until the start of the football festival! Place The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations will take place from January 13 to February 11 in Cote d'Ivoire, with Abidjan, Bouaké, Corhogo, San Pedro …
(2023-11-28). 'Africa running out of time to sort looming pensions crisis'. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An expert at the ongoing 4th Annual Conference of the African Pension Supervisors Association (APSA) in Kampala has said urgent steps need to be taken to reverse a trend in which the continent has only 10% pension coverage of its population. Sundeep Raichura, Group Chief Executive Officer Zamara says that …
(2023-11-28). Coca-Cola cement partnership to fuel plastic waste solution. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Plastic waste will be put to good use as an alternative fuel in cement production thanks to a new three-year partnership between Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) and Hima Cement Limited announced on Nov.17 in Kampala. CCBU will provide Hima Cement access to plastic waste from its operations for handling and …
(2023-11-28). Former Uganda railways boss granted bail. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Buganda Road Magistrates Court has granted a sh1 million cash bail to Stanley Ssendegeya, the former managing director of Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) who is facing forgery charges. Court presided over by Sienna Owomugisha granted him bail Monday after finding that his sureties including his wife, son, and …
(2023-11-28). James Kamwesiga, educationist and church laity leader, has died. independent.co.ug TODAY — Tuesday, November 28 ‚û°Ô∏è12.00 — Mass St Angela Bugema WEDNESDAY November 29 ‚û°Ô∏è 6.00pm —Mass at Home. Official vigil. THURSDAY November 30 ‚û°Ô∏è9.00am — Requiem Mass at Christ the King FRIDAY December 1 ‚û°10.00am — Official burial at home Nyamiyaga 01, Nyarurambi Parish, Nyamirama Sub County West Kinkizi West County Kanungu district. Kampala, …
(2023-11-28). Kampala-Namanve railway works finally near completion. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The rehabilitation of the Kampala-Namanve railway is finally entering the last phase. This stretch, which is part of the Kampala-Mukono line was scheduled for completion in September, but "unforeseen circumstances" delayed it, according to John Linonn Sengendo, the Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) spokesman. He said, the works initially encountered resistance …
(2023-11-28). NCDC special needs tutor training flops over poor accommodation. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) training session came to an unexpected halt on Monday after a group of Center Coordinating Tutors (CCT) raised concern about inadequate accommodation and unclear communication from the organizers. The CCTs all returned home. The Center Coordinating Tutors had been selected to undergo specialized …
(2023-11-28). Stress Clinic entertainment show set for Nov 29 at UMA showground. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Stress Clinic, an entertainment project will officially kick off on November 29 at the Uganda Manufacturers Association base in Lugogo, some 4km from Kampala City Centre, the organisers said on Monday. Winnie Nwagi and Maddox Sematimba are some of the big artists that will entertain the audience. …
(2023-11-27). Deadly shadows: new study reveals over 460,000 U.S. deaths linked to coal pollution since 1999. nationofchange.org New study reveals coal pollution's dire impact on U.S. public health, with over 460,000 deaths in two decades.
(2023-11-27). Cuban population satisfied with organic potato production. plenglish.com Sancti Spiritus, Cuba, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) The population of this central province of Cuba, sees with excitement how the planting of organic potato crops is becoming a reality and its cultivation is returning to the farmers' sector.
(2023-11-27). Jamaica is concerned about human cost in Israel-Palestine conflict. plenglish.com Kingston, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness expressed concern about the growing human cost in the Israel-Palestine conflict, and welcomed the current truce in hostilities.
(2023-11-27). Lopez Obrador responds to Court ministers opposed to election. plenglish.com Mexico, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador responded on Monday to the Supreme Court ministers opposed to being elected to their posts by the people that it is possible to do so.
(2023-11-27). Scientists tracking iceberg A23 heading for the South Atlantic. plenglish.com London, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) The A23 iceberg heading towards the South Atlantic is a cause of concern for scientists, as it could create problems for the millions of seals, penguins, and other sea birds that breed on South Georgia Island.
(2023-11-27). Tuesday 11/28: Berkeley City Council Meeting for Ceasefire Resolution. indybay.org 1231 Addison St. | Berkeley, CA…
(2023-11-27). Wednesday 11/29: Marin Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Outside of Representative Huffman's office | 1002 4th Street and City Plaza | San Rafael, CA…
(2023-11-27). U.S. War Crimes Result in Hate Crimes. indybay.org While the United States continues to provide weapons for war crimes and genocide in Palestine, hate crimes toward Palestinians increased in the United States. Three Palestinians were shot last night in Vermont. This comes after a former US State Department was arrested for a racist rant and charged with a hate crime, after verbally assaulting a food vendor in New York City.
(2023-11-27). Sunday 12/3: Nancy Pelosi Intervention: "Ceasefire! No $ for Netanyahu's Genocide" indybay.org Nancy Pelosi's house, 2640 Broadway nr. Divisadero, San Francisco…
(2023-11-27). Democracy Now! 2023-11-27 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for November 27, 2023; Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal Highlights Plight of Palestinian Prisoners, Many of Them Children; "There Is an Alternative": Meet the Israeli & Palestinian "Combatants for Peace" Urging Nonviolence | Headlines for November 27, 2023; Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal Highlights Plight of Palestinian Prisoners, Many of Them Children; "There Is an Alternative": Meet the Israeli & Palestinian "Combatants for Peace" Urging Nonviolence…
(2023-11-27). The Chris Hedges Report: Zionist Anti-Palestine Censorship is Surging (w/ Dylan Saba). scheerpost.com By Chris Hedges / The Real News Network Dylan Saba, a lawyer for Palestine Legal, was asked to write a piece on the silencing of pro-Palestine voices by The Guardian—only to then be informed at the last minute that his piece had been killed. Saba joins countless pro-Palestine activists and voices who have been targeted …
(2023-11-27). Global campaign for Amazon workers' rights. Initiatives exist also in the United States. pressenza.com Globalization has also brought about the regular consumerist Black Friday, which fall on the day following the all-American holiday of Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November. Initially characterized by queues in front of shops which reduced prices due to sales, today it focuses above all on online purchases. And here the personnel management policies of the sales giant Amazon comes into play, generally characterized by low salaries and heavy controls on employee activity. | The workers of the huge Amazon warehouse in Coventry, England, have been on strike for about ten months and this has favoured the cr…
(2023-11-27). As India's election nears, Hindu-Muslim tensions play out online. geo.tv 
Local, global incidents used to convey 'that Muslims are evil, that Hindus need to be afraid', says a fact-checker…
(2023-11-27). Indian envoy flees NY Gurdwara after questions on New Delhi's role in failed plot to assassinate Sikh leader. geo.tv 
Taranjit Singh Sandhu aborted his visit and fled Hicksville Gurdwara hastily after being grilled on assassination plot…
(2023-11-27). Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner begin new lives with hefty financial expenses. geo.tv 
Documents reveal that Donald Trump's three eldest children took out several loans to purchase lavish homes…
(2023-11-27). SHOCKING: Why New Zealand lifted landmark SMOKING ban putting Gen Alpha at risk?>. geo.tv 
The legislation, introduced under Jacinda Ardern, aimed to prohibit cigarette sales to youth born after 2008…
(2023-11-27). Vermont: Palestinian students shot for wearing Keffiyeh as Islamophobic crimes spike in US. geo.tv 
Two students remained in stable condition, while the third suffered more severe injuries.
(2023-11-27). Joe Biden's collapsing health 'a risk to US', says ex-White House physician. geo.tv 
Ronny Jackson served under the George Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump administrations as White House's physician…
(2023-11-27). French teens who beheaded teacher for showing Charlie Hebdo caricatures face in-camera trial. geo.tv 
French history teacher Samuel Paty was killed by an 18-year-old boy in 2020…
(2023-11-27). Taylor Swift-inspired word crowned Merriam-Webster's Word of the Year. geo.tv 
According to Merriam-Webster, the Taylor Swift-inspired term is closely associated with the concepts of being real and actual…
(2023-11-27). Lightning strikes kill 18 in India. geo.tv 
India's Home Minister Amit Shah says he was "deeply saddened" by the deaths…
(2023-11-27). Cuban medical brigade in its first year in Italy honors Fidel Castro. plenglish.com Rome, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) The anniversary of the arrival of a Cuban medical brigade in Calabria, Italy, was celebrated with an act to pay tribute to the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, seven years after his death, a spokesman said on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Habanos S.A. celebrates 25 years presence in India. plenglish.com New Delhi, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Habanos S.A. celebrated its 25th anniversary of arrival in India as the only premium cigar at the top of the list of cigar lovers' tastes in this country.
(2023-11-27). Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemns attack on nationals in US. plenglish.com Ramallah, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian Foreign Ministry strongly condemned on Monday a shooting attack on three nationals in the US state of Vermont and demanded justice from that country's Government.
(2023-11-27). Uncertainty over extending Gaza truce. plenglish.com Ramallah, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Frenetic contacts are taking place in several capitals on Monday to extend the truce between the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) and Israel to give more breath to the devastated Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-27). Hate speech arrest of ex-US official sparks wider conversation on Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment. nationofchange.org
(2023-11-27). Cuban authorities recall assassinations of medical students. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel noted that the medical students who were assassinated due to the hatred of the volunteers during the Spanish colonial rule in 1871 will never be forgotten, on the occasion of the 152nd anniversary of that event on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Raúl Castro and Díaz-Canel pay tribute to Cuban scientist. plenglish.com Santa Clara, Cuba, Nov 27 (Prensa Latina) Floral offerings from Army General Raúl Castro and Cuban President Miguel-Díaz-Canel on Monday honored Dr. Sergio Rodríguez, an expert in in Agricultural Sciences, who died in this central city on Sunday.
(2023-11-27). Asylum policy: how to create a permanent crisis. indybay.org The principle of repression instead of adapting the asylum system to changing circumstances had long been established by this time. The discourse is being whipped up from the right. In its dispatch, the (German) Federal Council justifies its repressive package of measures with the dissatisfied mood among the population towards "delinquent asylum seekers."
(2023-11-27). Mexican army deployed after capture of Sinaloa Cartel's alleged security boss. presstv.ir The Mexican Army was deployed on Wednesday (November 22) in the streets of Culiacan after the National Guard captured Nestor Isidro Perez Salas, or "El Nini."
(2023-11-27). Demonstrators clash with riot police after Dublin knife attack. presstv.ir Anti-immigrant protesters clash with riot police in Dublin following a knife attack that injured five people..
(2023-11-27). 39 more Palestinian prisoners released in return for 17 captives held in Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli regime releases a second batch of 39 Palestinian prisoners under a swap deal with Hamas.
(2023-11-27). Britons march for permanent ceasefire n Gaza. presstv.ir Britons took to the streets of London calling for a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and an end to the Israeli regime's blockade of the territory.
(2023-11-27). Tens of thousands protest in Italy to condemn violence against women. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of people hold protests across Italy, calling for an end to violence against women after the violent murder of a young student earlier this month.
(2023-11-27). Protesters worldwide call for permanent ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Thousands of protesters across various parts of the world have called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Health situation in Gaza 'extremely catastrophic': Palestinian official. presstv.ir A senior Palestinian official has described as "extremely catastrophic" the health situation in the Gaza Strip in general, stressing the need for providing the necessary health components.
(2023-11-27). Gaza ceasefire: Iraq's Kata'ib Hezbollah scales down attacks on US bases. presstv.ir Iraqi resistance forces say attacks on US bases will decline until the end of the ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Israeli oil tanker seized off Yemen, third in a week. presstv.ir An Israeli tanker has been seized off the coast of the Yemeni port city of Aden.
(2023-11-27). Third phase of prisoner swap: Hamas releases 17 captives as Israel frees 39 Palestinians. presstv.ir Israel releases a third batch of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for more than a dozen captives freed by Hamas.
(2023-11-27). Hamas says it seeks to extend Gaza truce after end of four days. presstv.ir Hamas says it seeks to extend a four-day truce with the Israeli regime, which featured release of scores of prisoners from both sides.
(2023-11-27). Surging hunger in the US signals alarming trend as food aid cuts take toll. nationofchange.org As vital food aid programs expire, millions of Americans face rising hunger challenges, reveals Hunger Free America's 2023 National Hunger Survey Report.
(2023-11-27). Our rich: fooling themselves and fouling our planetÔøº. nationofchange.org Electric air taxis aren't going to save the world. Really taxing the rich, on the other hand, could.
(2023-11-27). 7 Kashmiri students held under UAPA for 'celebrating' India's WC's loss. muslimmirror.com Srinagar : Seven students of an agricultural university have been arrested here under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for allegedly raising objectionable slogans and celebrating the Indian cricket team's loss in the World Cup final, officials said on Monday. The arrested youths are studying at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) …
(2023-11-27). Hamas onslaught was originally planned for April 5. muslimmirror.com Tel Aviv : Hamas had initially planned its October 7 cross-border onslaught for the eve of Passover, but cancelled the attack after Israel raised the alert level, Israeli media reported. Military intelligence caught the early signs of an attack on Passover, which this year fell on April 5, and raised the alert, leading Hamas to …
(2023-11-27). Islamophobe Greet Wilders, the new Dutch PM. muslimmirror.com By Asad Mirza Last week, veteran Dutch anti-Islam politician Geert Wilders vowed to be Prime Minister of the Netherlands eventually, following an election in which his party won the most seats. Wilders vowed on X: "I will be prime minister." In a long post on X, he expressed frustration at other parties for their apparent …
(2023-11-27). 'There will be no peace for Israel without a Palestinian state': EU foreign policy chief. muslimmirror.com OVIEDO, Spain / LONDON : EU foreign policy chief Josep Borell said on Monday that without a Palestinian state, there will be "no peace or security for Israel." Borrell is in Barcelona for the eighth ministerial forum of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), which began on Monday, and is being attended by representatives from …
(2023-11-27). There will be no peace for Israel without a Palestinian state: EU foreign policy chief. muslimmirror.com OVIEDO, Spain / LONDON : EU foreign policy chief Josep Borell said on Monday that without a Palestinian state, there will be "no peace or security for Israel." Borrell is in Barcelona for the eighth ministerial forum of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), which began on Monday, and is being attended by representatives from …
(2023-11-27). Israel y Hamas acuerdan extender la tregua humanitaria dos días más. telesurtv.net El acuerdo incluiría la liberación diaria de diez rehenes en Gaza, mujeres y niños, a cambio de 30 prisioneros palestinos en cárceles israelíes.
(2023-11-27). Moscú valora de positiva liberación de ciudadano ruso por Hamás. telesurtv.net La liberación se produjo adicionalmente a la lista de intercambio de rehenes entre el Gobierno de Israel y la Franja de Gaza, en el marco de acuerdos directos entre los representantes rusos y miembros de Hamás.
(2023-11-27). UNICEF: "Los niños de Gaza han sufrido heridas horribles" telesurtv.net Las Sociedades de la Media Luna Roja Palestina y Egipcia, UNICEF y otras agencias de las Naciones Unidas están entregando suministros médicos de emergencia, alimentos y agua a las comunidades de Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Luis Arce posesiona a nueva canciller de Bolivia, Celinda Sosa. telesurtv.net Sosa nació en una comunidad de la provincia Cercado de Tarija y durante el acto de su posesión remarcó que siempre estuvo vinculada al trabajo con "el pueblo y las organizaciones sociales".
(2023-11-27). Lula viaja a Dubái para participar en la Cumbre COP28. telesurtv.net Lula le ha dado un vuelco radical a la política medioambiental de Brasil en relación al mandato de Jair Bolsonaro.
(2023-11-27). Corea del Norte refuerza seguridad en la frontera sur. telesurtv.net Tras el fracaso de las negociaciones sobre desnuclearización con Washington en 2019, Pyonyang aprobó un plan de modernización armamentístico además de rechazar el reinicio del diálogo.
(2023-11-27). Israel realiza 56 nuevos arrestos a palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Según medios locales, 29 fueron detenidas en Hebrón, 15 en Ramallah, seis en Jenin, cinco en Naplusa y una en Belén.
(2023-11-27). Novios discuten en boda y termina en una masacre en Tailandia. telesurtv.net Según testigos locales cercano a la medianoche los novios tuvieron una discusión acalorada. La pelea fue escalando y el novio hizo un total de 10 disparos contra los presentes.
(2023-11-27). Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU abordará conflicto en Gaza. telesurtv.net China pretende aprovechar esta reunión como escenario para fomentar un diálogo profundo y eficaz entre todas las partes implicadas.
(2023-11-27). Policía Nacional allana la sede la fiscalía de Perú. telesurtv.net Según medio locales la presunta red "instrumentalizó la persecución penal" ya que tenía el objetivo de manipular las decisiones de algunos congresistas en la remoción de los titulares de la Junta Nacional de Justicia (JNJ).
(2023-11-27). Nevadas en Bulgaria y Rumanía dejan a hogares sin electricidad. telesurtv.net El tráfico de trenes y aviones se vio también afectado por las nevadas y tormentas, con numerosas cancelaciones tanto en puertos como en aeropuertos.
(2023-11-27). Presidente de Ecuador presenta su primer gabinete ministerial. telesurtv.net Las diferencias entre los dos principales líderes del gobierno ecuatoriano se han hecho cada vez más evidentes.
(2023-11-27). ONU afirma que tregua en la Franja de Gaza se cumplió en su mayoría. telesurtv.net A pesar del respeto de la tregua por Israel, el organismo multilateral reportó el domingo la muerte de un palestino en la Franja de Gaza.
(2023-11-27). UE y Palestina esperan que se extienda tregua entre Hamas e Israel. telesurtv.net El jefe de la diplomacia de la Unión Europea, Josep Borrell, y el de la Autoridad Palestina, Riyad al-Maliki, llamaron este lunes a que se extienda la tregua en la Franja de Gaza.
(2023-11-27). Prosiguen esfuerzos para rescatar a obreros atrapados en India. telesurtv.net El nuevo plan se basa en cavar a mano nueve metros con una técnica denominada "minería de agujeros de rata".
(2023-11-27). Más de 356.000 efectivos vigilarán referendo sobre el Esequibo. telesurtv.net Delcy Rodríguez realizó las declaraciones tras la reunión del Consejo de vicepresidentes junto con el Gabinete de Seguridad.
(2023-11-27). Arua City engineer refunds sh28m to road fund. independent.co.ug 
Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Arua City Engineer Charles Omona has been released on Police Bond after refunding a sum of close to sh28 million he is accused of embezzling. Omona was arrested on Thursday, November 23, 2023, by a team from the State House Anti-Corruption Unit over allegations of embezzling money meant to rehabilitate roads …
(2023-11-27). East African Community waives South Sudan debt. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Community has waived South Sudan's debt arising out of annual membership contributions to the bloc. The country owed the bloc about $36 million, a situation President Salva Kiir blamed on the costs of the implementation of the peace process back home. Kiir, the new Chairperson of …
(2023-11-27). Leaders responsible for military barracks attack arrested: Sierra Leone president. independent.co.ug 
Freetown, Sierra Leone | XINHUIA | Sierra Leonean President Julius Maada Bio said late Sunday that all the leaders involved in an earlier attack on major military barracks in Freetown, the country's capital, have been arrested. In a national address, Bio said the attackers had been repelled by a combined team of gallant security forces, …
(2023-11-27). M23, FARDC fighting intensifies as DRC pushes for EACRF troops withdrawal. independent.co.ug 
North Kivu, DRC | THE INDEPENDENT | Fighting between the March 23 Movement (M23), the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) and the militia coalition under their umbrella Wazalendo (patriots), intensified on Sunday in Masisi territory. Since Friday, fighting has raged in Kirolirwe along the Kitchanga-Sake road. This as the deadline for troops …
(2023-11-27). NGOs, government engage in constructive dialogue over oil sector. independent.co.ug 
Latest data from the Petroleum Authority of Uganda shows that the country has a minimal emission rate of greenhouse gases, accounting for only 0.02% of global greenhouse gas emissions Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda's non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are advocating for sustainable oil and gas development to safeguard the environment, dismissing reports suggesting opposition to …
(2023-11-27). Over 400 youth get solar installation and maintenance skills. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 441 youths from Acholi, Lango and West Nile sub-regions have been equipped with entrepreneurial, solar technical and installation skills, and given funds to support their businesses. The youth underwent short vocational courses at different training institutions under the Employment Skills for Development program that is co-financed by …
(2023-11-27). Reckitt Brands clinches multiple People's Choice Awards. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Reckitt has showcased its dominance at this year's People's Choice Awards, a gala event held in Kampala. Four of Reckitt's esteemed brands, Dettol, Harpic, Mortein, and Jik stood out, earning recognition as the best in their respective categories. Dettol antibacterial soap, a flagship product of Reckitt, secured the award for …
(2023-11-27). Rotary Club of Kyadondo wins Rotary golf tournament. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Richard Mwami, Tony Kisada and Michael Tumusiime were in outstanding form with a 95 stableford points Friday as Kyadondo Club won the annual Rotary Golf tournament at UGC, Kitante. The team of Sam Muwanga, Anne Abeja, Nila Manzi and Andrew Muguluma spurred Ssese Rotary Club to runner up position …
(2023-11-27). Truce extension under discussion after Hamas releases 3rd batch of hostages. independent.co.ug 
Jerusalem, Israel | Xinhua | The Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, released on Sunday the third batch of hostages from the Gaza Strip under a temporary ceasefire agreement with Israel. "Within the framework of the humanitarian truce, we handed over to the Red Cross 13 Israeli detainees, three Thais, and one Russian," Al-Qassam …
(2023-11-27). UBOS, URA and BOU to cooperate on statistics of economy. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Top national economic statistics generating agencies have come together to form a single platform that would ensure accurate and more acceptable indicators. Apart from the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), the other major producers of national statistics are the Bank of Uganda (BOU) and the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), …
(2023-11-27). UPDF soldier, two Karamojong warriors get 60-year sentence for murder. independent.co.ug 
Kotido, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Third Division Military Court Martial in Kotido District has sentenced a Uganda Peoples Defense Forces- UPDF soldier to 65 years in prison for murder. Peter Lokidi was sentenced on Saturday during an open court session held in Nakapelimoru Sub County and presided over by Col. Francis Kateraho. Lokidi …
(2023-11-27). 25N, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. pressenza.com 
This November 25, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, hundreds of women marched in Quito denouncing violence against women throughout the country, while demanding the implementation of consistent policies.
(2023-11-27). New York: ICAN activists' meeting. pressenza.com We publish the diary of events around the International Conference of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons taking place these days in New York; the diary is written for Pressenza by Sandro Ciani of the World Without Wars and Without Violence delegation. | Sunday 26 November, 10am-5pm | Brick Church | 62 E 92nd St, New York, NY 10128, United States | The purpose of this meeting is to prepare activists from the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) for the Second Meeting of States Parties (2MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). The meeting…
(2023-11-27). Berlin: Humboldt University Student Parliament rejects Social Democratic motion in favour of solidarity with Israel. wsws.org Last week, the Student Parliament (StuPa) of Humboldt University (HU) rejected by a large majority a motion aimed at defending Israel's genocide in the Gaza Strip and suppressing criticism of it. Many visitors attended the public meeting and rejected the war propaganda in harsh terms.
(2023-11-28). Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine Calls for 'unified Palestinian stance' against Zionist aggression. workers.org 
The Central Media Department of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine issued a call to action on the Resistance News Network on Nov. 25, 2023. The resistance is ready for all possibilities, including the renewal of aggression, and it has many strong cards. The Zionist enemy succumbed to . . . |
(2023-11-28). American Muslims for Palestine inadvertently give Netanyahu a Thanksgiving gift. peoplesworld.org 
TINLEY PARK, Il. — Women who don't adhere to strict standards of clothing are to blame if they are assaulted by men. That was the view expressed by a speaker at last weekend's convention of the American Muslims for Palestine. AMP is a prominent pro-Palestine organization in the U.S. that has the ability to mobilize …
(2023-11-28). Shortage of Weapons: Germany's Armed Forces, the Bundeswehr: "Would Only Last Two Days in a Battle" Due to Excessive Weapons Deliveries to Kiev. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-28). DPRK military satellite works according to planned parameters. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The military reconnaissance satellite launched a week ago by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) is working as planned, as stated by a report presented to the general secretary of the Workers' Party, Kim Jong-Un.
(2023-11-28). South Africa calls for investigation into mine accident. plenglish.com Pretoria, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) The National Union of Mineworkers of South Africa (NUM) called on the Ministry of Mineral Resources to investigate the cause of the accident that killed 11 miners at the Impala Platinum mine.
(2023-11-28). Chinese hospitals take new measures to fight respiratory outbreak. plenglish.com Beijing, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Chinese hospitals are taking new measures on Tuesday to provide timely and effective treatment due to the recent outbreak of respiratory diseases, particularly those affecting children.
(2023-11-28). Ecuadorian President Noboa submits economic draft bill to Parliament. plenglish.com Quito, Nov 28 (Prensa Latina) Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa on Tuesday sent the Urgent Economic Draft Bill, his first action to counter the crisis that the country is going through, to the National Assembly.
(2023-11-28). European Union Eases Some Illegal Sanctions Against Venezuela. orinocotribune.com The European Union (EU) agreed to relax some of the sanctions imposed on Venezuela, with the objective of " facilitating organizations to deliver humanitarian aid," in accordance with the recommendations of the United Nations. | The group currently consisting of 27 countries agreed to introduce exceptions to the asset freeze that the EU maintains against Venezuela, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Burundi, Guinea, Lebanon, Burma, Nicaragua, Tunisia, and Zimbabwe. | Referring to United Nations (UN) resolution 2664, passed in 2022, the EU can carry out financial transactions if the objective is to ensure humanitarian assist…
(2023-11-28). Monday 11/27: #NoTechFor Apartheid. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Tuesday 11/28: Rising in Solidarity: Palestine and the Arab Revolution. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-28). Democracy Now! 2023-11-28 Tuesday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | Democracy Now! Tuesday, November 28, 2023…
(2023-11-28). Democracy Now! 2023-11-28 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for November 28, 2023; "Atmosphere of Hate": AFSC Leader & Palestinian Vermonter on Shooting of 3 College Students; Jeremy Scahill: Israel's "Lethal Lie" About Al-Shifa Hospital as Hamas Base Was Co-Signed by Biden; Remembering Pablo Yoruba Guzmán, Young Lords Co-Founder, Afro-Latino Leader, Legendary NYC Journalist | Headlines for November 28, 2023; "Atmosphere of Hate": AFSC Leader & Palestinian Vermonter on Shooting of 3 College Students; Jeremy Scahill: Israel's "Lethal Lie" About Al-Shifa Hospital as Hamas Base Was Co-Signed by Biden; Rememb…
(2023-11-28). The Lord of "Vaccines" and the "Health Terrorist Ideology". Where Do You Think this Is Going? Get Off that Crazy Train. globalresearch.ca "A tyrant needs above all a tyrant-state, so he will use a million little civil servant tyrants who each have a trivial task to perform, and each will perform that task competently, and without remorse"
(2023-11-28). Germany's 'Military Schengen' Proposal: To Ease the Movement of NATO Troops across the European Union" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-27). Chinese company makes breakthrough in fuel cells, solves key material bottleneck. ecns.cn Taiyuan Iron and Steel Group has developed and achieved mass production of a material that can be used in fuel cells.
(2023-11-27). China holds first supply chain-themed expo, timely response to global needs. ecns.cn The first China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) will kick off on Tuesday, gathering a number of Fortune Global 500 companies.
(2023-11-27). Huawei-Changan auto JV rocks industry. ecns.cn Huawei's decision to move its smart vehicle technologies and solutions into a joint venture with Chinese carmaker Changan is expected to grow its business but it is also spreading disquiet among other partners as well, said analysts.
(2023-11-27). Pre-owned luxury goods biz gains momentum. ecns.cn China's pre-owned luxury goods market has grown remarkably in recent times as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on it has subsided and the purchasing power of China's middle-income consumers has also gradually recovered, experts said at a trade forum.
(2023-11-27). Panda bonds to help RMB expand footprint. ecns.cn Increased interest in panda bonds, spurred by China's low interest rates and supportive policies, will help promote the internationalization of the renminbi, experts said on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Lenders may bolster private sector. ecns.cn China is expected to further strengthen policy support for the private sector with focus on improving financial services, to sustain economic recovery momentum and stabilize employment, macroeconomic experts said on Monday.
(2023-11-27). Court begins compensation hearings over MH370. ecns.cn A Beijing court began compensation hearings on Monday for Chinese relatives of people who disappeared nearly a decade ago on Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, China Central Television reported.
(2023-11-27). AI proves divisive in writing community. ecns.cn We are still worlds away from the sophistication required for it to emulate timeless classics penned by the likes of Charles Dickens and playwright William Shakespeare.
(2023-11-27). Highlights of First China International Supply Chain Expo. ecns.cn
(2023-11-28). Huawei-Changan auto JV rocks industry. ecns.cn Huawei's decision to move its smart vehicle technologies and solutions into a joint venture with Chinese carmaker Changan is expected to grow its business but it is also spreading disquiet among other partners as well, said analysts.
(2023-11-28). Electrification to drive nation's net-zero goals. ecns.cn Electrification will play a key role in China's decarbonization, especially in sectors such as steel, building and transportation, experts said.
2023-11-26: News Headlines
(2023-11-26). Three Palestinian students shot in Vermont in apparent hate crime. mondoweiss.net 
Three Palestinian students were shot and injured in Burlington, Vermont in an apparent hate crime. The suspect remains at large.
(2023-11-26). Israel deports human rights defender documenting Palestinian home demolitions. mondoweiss.net 
Alison Russell was detained by Israeli forces while documenting home demolitions in Masafer Yatta in the occupied West Bank. She was deported following a perfunctory hearing where Israeli police accused her of "supporting terrorism."
(2023-11-26). The masterful propaganda of 'deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust'. mondoweiss.net 
Israel and its supporters are engaging in Holocaust revisionism to justify its genocidal attack on Gaza.
(2023-11-26). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 51: Israel fires at Palestinians attempting to return to northern Gaza amid shaky truce. mondoweiss.net 
Israeli forces killed a Palestinian in Al-Maghazi refugee camp and shot at people attempting to inspect their homes amid the shaky temporary truce. Israel also killed five Palestinians during a 14-hour raid in the West Bank city of Jenin.
(2023-11-26). Harvard is on the wrong side of history, again. mondoweiss.net 
Harvard's current suppression of Palestinian rights advocacy is a decades-long tradition. Instead of learning from past mistakes, Harvard is once again punishing students advocating for human rights.
(2023-11-25). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 50: First Israeli and Palestinian hostages released as Gaza takes stock of devastation. mondoweiss.net 
Thirty-nine Palestinians were released from Israeli prisons on Friday, as aid trickles back into Gaza amid calls for a full-fledged ceasefire to address the full scope of humanitarian devastation. Spain, Belgium, and the UK have strong words for Israel.
(2023-11-25). A 'temporary ceasefire' means realizing how much we've lost. mondoweiss.net 
For the people of Gaza, the four-day truce has only afforded them the chance to fully comprehend what they went through: "Only today have we realized that they're gone. Only today do we feel death's presence here."
(2023-11-25). Minimum of two months imprisonment for 'illegal' Palestinian workers. mondoweiss.net 
Israeli police are setting up roadblocks to catch "illegal" Palestinian workers and shutting down businesses that employ them. But this isn't a new story, and the "Bread Prisoners" have always been forgotten.
(2023-11-25). Block the Bombs: Palestine activists protest Boeing facility in Missouri. mondoweiss.net 
We must communicate as loudly as possible, with both our words and actions, that we will not allow our city to be complicit in arming a genocide.
(2023-11-26). IDF Confirm Tanks Fired On Israeli Civilians & The Insidious Narrative About Palestinian Prisoners. 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 (11/26/23). 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
(2023-11-26). Pollution Displaces Black Residents; White Homeowners Profit. popularresistance.org Englewood Chicago — Deborah Payne's neighborhood of 35 years on Chicago's South Side no longer exists. | Dirt piles tower where families once gathered for Sunday dinners in single- and multifamily homes. Concrete lots cover backyards where children watched fireworks and caught lightning bugs. Streets that maintained generations of Black Chicago razed and left empty for railway cars. | Today, less than 10 blocks from Payne's old neighborhood, sits the repercussions of diesel pollution caused by the expansion of a railyard. Over a decade ago, the city, along with railroad giant Norfolk Southern, announced a p…
(2023-11-26). Chicago scrambles to house migrants as winter draws near. plenglish.com Washington, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) As Chicago's brutal winter looms, city and state officials are scrambling to find shelter for more than 2,000 migrants now living at airports, police stations and on the city's streets, plus long-term housing for thousands more already crammed into overcrowded shelters.
(2023-11-26). Egypt continues diplomatic offensive to end Israeli aggression. plenglish.com Cairo, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry on Sunday began an international tour to put an end to Israel ¥s aggressions over the Gaza Strip and also the Israel-Palestine peace processresumption.
(2023-11-26). French political leader calls attacks over Gaza as atrocity. plenglish.com Paris, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) The La France Insoumise (LFI) Coordinator Manuel Bompard on Sunday termed Israel ¥s indiscriminate attacks over Gaza as unacceptable atrocity, where nearly 15,000 civilians (6,000 children included) were assassinated. In statements to the Europe1 channel, Bompard said that what is really happening in Gaza is a massacre.
(2023-11-26). Nearly 2 million foreigners visited Syria, says Minister Rami Martini. plenglish.com Damascus, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) Syrian Tourism Minister Muhammad Rami Martini revealed on Sunday that as many as 1,900,000 foreigners from various countries have arrived in Syria this year, including 600,000 for tourism purposes.
(2023-11-26). Sunday 11/26: Vigil: Alameda Families and Friends for Ceasefire. indybay.org Alameda City Hall | 2263 Santa Clara Ave | Alameda, CA…
(2023-11-26). Wednesday 11/29: International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-26). Friday 12/1: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-26). Monday 11/27: The Art of One on Ones: Anti-War Organizer Training. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-26). Monday 11/27: #NoTechFor Apartheid. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-26). Tuesday 11/28: Rising in Solidarity: Palestine and the Arab Revolution. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-26). Thursday 11/30: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-26). Friday 12/1: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-26). Wednesday 11/29: Bayanihan Youth Group: Let's Talk About Palestine Workshop. indybay.org 310 8th St. | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-26). Friday 12/1: Writers Against the War on Gaza: Bay Area Teach-In. indybay.org Arab Cultural and Community Center | 2 Plaza St. | San Francisco, CA…
(2023-11-26). Thursday 11/30: Community Forum for Oakland Families. indybay.org La Escuelita (the Great Room) | 1050 2nd Ave | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-26). ALF Liberates 30 Foxes at Ohio Fur Farm. indybay.org In an anonymous communique received on November 21 by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has taken credit for liberating 30 captive foxes from the Grand River Fur Exchange, located in Rome, Ohio.
(2023-11-26). Statement on the Recent Arrests in Eloxochitlán de Flores Magón. itsgoingdown.org 
Statement from the support group in solidarity with Miguel Peralta following the recent arrests of three more community members from Eloxochitlán de Flores Magón, Oaxaca. The Indigenous Mazatec community of Eloxochitlán de Flores Magón is a factory where they manufacture crimes through a combination of political party-caciquismo, state corruption, impunity, and indolence. Since 2010, Indigenous…
(2023-11-26). Black Friday shut down: No profits until Palestine is free! answercoalition.org 
, Photo: Shut It Down protesters gather outside Macy's in San Francisco | On the most profitable day of the year for major retailers, the movement to Shut It Down for Palestine held another powerful day of action nationwide. Protests of many different types were held at commercial centers across the country, disrupting the windfall of money that big corporations count on all year in a clear example that business as usual will not be allowed to continue until Palestine is free. These actions were a huge success despite police violence directed at protesters, including 8 in Atlanta who were brutally arrested while…
(2023-11-26). West votes against democracy, human rights, cultural diversity at UN; promotes mercenaries, sanctions. geopoliticaleconomy.com 
The West voted against the rest of the world on United Nations General Assembly resolutions, opposing democracy, human rights, and cultural diversity, while supporting mercenaries and unilateral coercive measures (sanctions).
(2023-11-26). Israel clausura su laboratorio humano en Gaza. globalizacion.ca
(2023-11-26). The Federal Reserve Cartel: The Eight Families. globalresearch.ca The Four Horsemen of Banking (Bank of America, JP Morgan Chase, Citigroup and Wells Fargo) own the Four Horsemen of Oil (Exxon Mobil, Royal Dutch/Shell, BP and Chevron Texaco)…
(2023-11-26). Living through hell in Gaza's largest hospital. electronicintifada.net "There is no place for life here, there is a place only for death."
(2023-11-26). China's economy very resilient: South African scholar. ecns.cn I think China's economy remains very resilient despite global economic slowdown, said Farhana Paruk, head of Client Engagement at Gordan Institute of Business Science (GIBS) at the University of Pretoria and a former fellow at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, in a recent interview with China News Service.
(2023-11-26). Comicomment: South China Sea should not be wrestling ground for int'l politics. ecns.cn The South China Sea is the shared home for the countries in the region and should not be a wrestling ground for international politics.
(2023-11-26). China announces visa-free travel for five European countries and Malaysia. ecns.cn China decided to offer visa-free entry to travelers holding ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning announced on Friday.
(2023-11-26). Over 100 mln people sign up for China's medical insurance digital code. ecns.cn More than 100 million people in China have registered to use a digital code for the country's basic medical insurance plan, the National Healthcare Security Administration said on Friday.
(2023-11-26). Xizang sees sharp foreign trade growth. ecns.cn In the first 10 months of this year, the total value of foreign trade imports and exports in the Xizang autonomous region was 9.35 billion yuan ($1.3 billion), 1.5 times that of the same period last year and the highest in the country.
(2023-11-26). China to see simultaneous circulation of infections this winter. ecns.cn China will likely see simultaneous circulations of multiple respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza and mycoplasma pneumoniae infections, this winter and spring.
(2023-11-26). Historic Flying Tigers relics find new home in Guangzhou. ecns.cn Pedro Chan, president of the Cantonese Society of Southern California, donated around 1,000 pieces of historic items related to Flying Tigers Chinese museums, libraries and memorial halls to Guangzhou, Guangdong province, earlier this week.
(2023-11-26). New appointment for PBOC and State Administration of Foreign Exchange. ecns.cn Zhu Hexin, chairman of the board of directors of CITIC Group, has been appointed as a member of the Party committee of the People's Bank of China and Party chief of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange.
(2023-11-26). China to trial unilateral visa-free policy to six countries from Dec. 1. ecns.cn To further facilitate cross-border travel and China's high-quality development and high-standard opening up, China has decided to apply unilateral visa-free policy to six more countries on a trial basis, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced at a news briefing on Friday. The six countries are France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia.
(2023-11-26). Insights | Former French Prime Minister: world's peaceful development cannot be achieved without China. ecns.cn Former French Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin recently said in an exclusive interview with ECNS that the world's peaceful development cannot be achieved without China, and world civilization would be incomplete without Chinese culture.
(2023-11-26). Beijing proposes initiative of setting up Olympic Culture Day. ecns.cn An activity commemorating the 160th anniversary of Pierre de Coubertin's birth, the father of the modern Olympic Games, was held at the Peking Academy High School in Beijing on Saturday.
(2023-11-26). Museums in bay area form alliance. ecns.cn Museums from Guangdong province and the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions announced the establishment of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Alliance of Museums at the Chinese Museum Studies Conference on Friday in Guangzhou, Guangdong province.
(2023-11-26). Foreign scholars hail BRI as crucial platform for collaboration. ecns.cn The Belt and Road Initiative has demonstrated China's determination to collaborate with other countries and create a world order defined by fairness, cooperation and positivity, said foreign scholars attending the Shanghai Forum of World Conference on China Studies on Friday.
(2023-11-26). Kashgar to facilitate trade with key areas. ecns.cn Kashgar prefecture, in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, expects to facilitate China's further opening-up to Asia and Europe through a newly established free trade zone.
(2023-11-26). PLA warns off US warship near Xisha Islands. ecns.cn The Chinese military warned off a United States warship that illegally entered China's territorial waters off the Xisha Islands in the South China Sea on Saturday, a spokesman for the People's Liberation Army said.
(2023-11-26). Xi: Mutual learning key for progress. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has underlined the importance of exchanges and mutual learning among various civilizations in the world, and said that only through mutual learning can different civilizations achieve common progress.
(2023-11-26). Bridge offers trial run of group tour next month. ecns.cn Tourists from the Chinese mainland and the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions will be able to enjoy a front seat view of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge as the world's longest seacrossing will offer a trial run of tour groups in mid-December, the Zhuhai authority announced on Friday.
(2023-11-26). In Numbers: China's 5G construction sees steady growth. ecns.cn
(2023-11-26). What to expect from first China International Supply Chain Expo. ecns.cn
(2023-11-26). Cradle of Civilization: Panlongcheng Site. ecns.cn
(2023-11-26). China holds burial ceremony for remains of soldiers returned from ROK. ecns.cn The remains of 25 Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) soldiers killed in the 1950-53 Korean War were buried on Friday in Shenyang, capital of northeast China's Liaoning Province, after they were returned from the Republic of Korea (ROK).
(2023-11-26). Life-long passion: Chinese and Russian couple promotes cultural communication through photo-shooting tour. ecns.cn
(2023-11-26). Magnificent scenery of ice chunks drifting on Yellow River. ecns.cn Affected by the cold weather, ice chunks floating on a segment of the Yellow River have created magnificent winter scenery in Madoi County, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2023-11-26). Heart-shaped island spotted in SW China's Sichuan. ecns.cn A newly-built island, passed by a trestle bridge, was spotted in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. "ÄÄ…
(2023-11-26). What is foreign scholars' favorite Chinese dish?>. ecns.cn More than 400 global scholars gathered in Shanghai to share their observations and thoughts on China studies, as well as Chinese civilization and Chinese modernization at the forum. "ÄÄ…
(2023-11-26). College Administrations Are Failing Their Palestinian and Jewish Students. scheerpost.com 
By Hadas Thier / "I lost 14 family members in the church bombing in Gaza," Layla told me. | Layla requested that only her first name be used, due to safety concerns. She is a Palestinian American student at Columbia University. Grieving with dignity there, she said, has felt impossible. She has been repeatedly called a terrorist while walking on campus wearing a keffiyeh—…
(2023-11-26). Delayed But Not Denied: Second Hamas-Israeli Prisoner Swap Goes Through. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-26). Israeli October 7 Posterchild Was Killed by Israeli Tank, Eyewitnesses Reveal. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-26). Team B and the Jerusalem Conference: How Israel Helped Craft Modern-Day "Terrorism" scheerpost.com 
By Kit Klarenberg / MintPress News Since Israel's genocidal assault on Gaza began, Zionist officials, pundits, journalists, and their Western opposite numbers have endlessly invoked the sinister specter of "terrorism" to justify the industrial-scale slaughter of Palestinians. It is because of "terrorism," twice-failed U.S. Presidential candidate and unconvicted war criminal Hillary Clinton representatively wrote for The Atlantic on November …
(2023-11-26). Ukrainian Official Confirms Russia Was Ready to End War in March 2022 If Kyiv Agreed to Neutrality. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-26). Nov 26, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ Bob Marley — redemption song The Thanksgiving Truce, by Joe Lauria Israel Has Damaged Israel's Reputation Far Worse Than Its Enemies Ever Have, by Caitlin Johnstone Hamas has won the war! by Gilbert Doctorow Experts Agree: Hamas Is Winning, by Kevin Barrett Gaza: a pause before the storm, by Pepe Escobar Day 49 — War and Pause | Last Minute Massacres | Prisoners Released | Intl. Solidarity Grows Day 50: First Israeli and Palestinian hostages released as Gaza takes stock of devastation — Mondoweiss Israel Already Violated "Ceasefire", Gareth Porter Exposes Al-Shi…
(2023-11-26). Community Control For A Zone Of Peace. popularresistance.org Earlier this year, in January, I had the privilege of spending ten days on the Women In Nicaragua: Power and Protagonism delegation which was organized by the Jubilee House Community — Casa Benjamin Linder and Alliance for Global Justice. This was nothing short of a life changing trip. This opportunity came by way of a sponsorship so I want to encourage you all in donating to allow another person this same opportunity. Because I promise you, I have not been the same since I've returned. | I've often described my trip in January as nothing short of life changing. So when given the chance to return in July le…
(2023-11-26). 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.
(2023-11-26). Video: "Wiping Gaza Off The Map": Big Money Agenda. Confiscating Palestine's Maritime Natural Gas Reserves. globalresearch.ca There is an unspoken "Big Money Agenda". Netanyahu's objective is not only to exclude Palestinians from their homeland, it consists in confiscating Palestine's multi-billion dollar Gaza offshore Natural Gas reserves…
(2023-11-26). Wednesday 11/29: Monterey Rally for Palestine. indybay.org Monterey City Hall, 580 Pacific Street, Monterey…
(2023-11-26). Neoliberalism, Democracy and the University as a Public Sphere. indybay.org What can educators and others concerned about the future of higher education do to make sure it is not colonized by corporate and other antidemocratic interests? First, educators & others need to figure out how to defend more vigorously higher education as a public good & how central it is in producing the formative culture necessary to educate young people to be critical & engaged.
(2023-11-26). New Development Era Ahead for Belt and Road, BRICS. infobrics.org The launch of the Belt and Road Initiative a decade ago marked another milestone in China's development journey. The question is: What is the Belt and Road Initiative's role in international relations, particularly China's relations with other countries and organizations now and in the future?>
(2023-11-26). A World of Blocs: Where Pakistan Stands?>. infobrics.org BRICS and SCO play a vital role in challenging the western-based international order and its established hegemony. They were established to replace the developed West and serve as the foundation for joint Chinese and Russian efforts to reshape the international system…
(2023-11-26). China's Relationship with South Africa and the Continent Will Grow. infobrics.org Chairperson of the National Assembly's portfolio committee on international relations, Supra Mahumapelo, believes China's relationship with South Africa and the continent will grow over the next few years, given the level of investment…
(2023-11-26). South Africa Calls on ICJ to Declare Israel as 'Apartheid State'. libya360.wordpress.com South Africa says it is in the process of submitting a petition to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to demand that Israel be declared an "apartheid state." Speaking to a parliamentary session on Saturday, Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor said that South Africa and Palestine were currently working on formulating practical strategies towards taking up…
(2023-11-26). The International Commission of Jurists Appeals to the International Community: Invoke the Genocide Convention. libya360.wordpress.com The ICJ urges other States to immediately act under article VIII of the Genocide Convention, by calling on the competent organs of the United Nations, including the UN Security Council, and particularly the UN General Assembly, to take urgent action under the UN Charter appropriate for the prevention and suppression of any acts of genocide…
(2023-11-26). The Netherlands' turn to the radical right. peoplesdispatch.org The Freedom Party (PVV) of xenophobic leader Geert Wilders has won a resounding victory in the November 22 parliamentary elections in the Netherlands. With 37 seats out of a total of 150 in the lower house (Tweede Kamer) of the country's bicameral parliament, Geert Wilders has made his party the leading political force and the favorite to attempt the formation of the next government. | In second place, the coalition of social democrats and left-wing environmentalists, GroenLinks/PvdA, led by former European Commission vice-president and Green Deal responsible Frans Timmermans, won 25 seats. The right-wing liberal…
(2023-11-26). Al-Shifa Hosptial, Hamas's Tunnels, And Israeli Propaganda. indybay.org Al-Shifa's Tunnels Were Built by Israel…
(2023-11-26). Saturday 12/2: Report from Chile on the 50th Anniversary of the US AFL-CIO Supported Coup. indybay.org San Jose Peace & Justice Center | 48 S. 7th St. | San Jose, CA 95112…
(2023-11-26). US Sanctions Hit Nicaragua's Social Investment Programs. orinocotribune.com 
By John Perry — Nov 7, 2023 | John Perry is based in Masaya, Nicaragua, and writes for the Council on Hemispheric Affairs, London Review of Books, FAIR and other outlets. | Which country spends nearly two-thirds of its budget on tackling poverty? When I met Nicaragua's finance minister, Ivan Acosta, he had just presented his 2024 budget to its National Assembly, and he made clear that a large part of it is aimed at doing just that. | In cash terms, Nicaragua's government will spend about 24% more in 2024 than in the current year, which includes a huge increase (43%) in public sector investment. Acosta explai…
(2023-11-26). After Wave Of Protest, Hunter College Reverses Israel Movie Cancellation. popularresistance.org On Tuesday, Hunter College Interim President Ann Kirschner reversed her decision to ban a movie about young Jewish-Americans exploring their disenchantment with Israel one week after she set off a firestorm of criticism at the CUNY campus. It will now be shown at Hunter by Dec. 5, Kirschner promised. | "This represents the power of what the faculty, students and our union did when the president unilaterally canceled our event," said Tami Gold, a professor of film and media studies at Hunter. | The movie, Israelism, is co-directed by Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen. It was inspired by their experiences of traveling…
(2023-11-26). 2023 National Native American Heritage Day – Polo Oo Boat Launch. indybay.org California Pioneers of Pan African Ancestry have a long and cherished relationship with our extended family, A'ho all my relations and embrace Polo Oo as Shingle Springs Miwok Elders partner with the managed lands of California State Parks along today's Lake Natoma.
(2023-11-26). Kite Line: Block Cop City. itsgoingdown.org Long running abolitionist radio show and podcast Kite Line speaks on the recent mobilizations against Cop City in so-called Atlanta, GA. Listen and Download HERE Since 2021, a diverse movement in has challenged the construction of Cop City, which is slated to destroy Atlanta's South River Forest. The forest is also known by its Muscogee name,…
(2023-11-26). Osaka Minato Godo Shoichi Metals Branch Strike For Wages & Palestinians & Rally In Tokyo. indybay.org Osaka Minato Godo Shoichi Metals Branch workers went on a one day strike on Monday November 20. 2023 for a wage increase and to defend the Palestinian workers and people from US supported genocide by Israel in Gaza…
(2023-11-26). Hostage Release Creating More PR Problems For Israel. sonar21.com 
Israeli and Palestinian civilians are celebrating the exchange of hostages. Wait, some might say. Israel was not holding "hostages", they were prisoners. That is not how the Palestinians view the matter. The vast majority of people scarfed up by Israel and jailed were not afforded due process. This type of abuse is one grievance that is fueling support for Hamas and Hezbollah. | Netanyahu and his government are not happy about this deal. They were forced to accept it by a combination of domestic political pressure from the Israeli families who wanted their loved ones back and the international pressure gene…
(2023-11-26). Sunday 11/26: Bay Area Artists for a Free Palestine. indybay.org St John the Evangelist Episcopal Church | 1661 15th Street at Julian…
(2023-11-26). Invoking The Genocide Convention Against Israel. orinocotribune.com 
(2023-11-26). Statement by Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network on the 23 November 2023 Raids in Germany. orinocotribune.com Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network denounces in the strongest terms the raids carried out by German police in four federal states, with a particular focus in Berlin, targeting Palestinians labeled by the German state as members or supporters of Samidoun or of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas. We express our deepest solidarity with all of those subjected to these raids today, and we view these raids as a clear attempt by the German state to terrorize the Palestinian, Arab and Muslim communities in Germany and, more broadly, the popular sentiment in support of Palestinian liberation.
(2023-11-26). Cuba's economists committed to Che's example. By: Pedro Ríoseco López-Trigo. midwesternmarx.com 
On the eve of Economist's Day, it is important to review some aspects of Che's core ideas on the Political Economy of Socialism and especially when for some the solution to current problems is to completely free the market and reduce the role of the State in the economy. In the Constituent Congress of the National Association of Economists and Accountants of Cuba (ANEC), in 1979, November 26 was established as Economist's Day, in tribute to the appointment of Ernesto Che Guevara o …
(2023-11-26). Forward Ever: 40 Years on from the End of the Revolution and the U.S. Invasion of Grenada. By: Amy Li Baksh. midwesternmarx.com 
In the throes of the Cold War, a tiny Caribbean island dared to wage a revolutionary experiment. As the Revo imploded, the United States invaded. Dear Comradesif it must beyou speak no more with menor smile no more with menor march no more with methen let me takea patience and a calmfor even now the greener leaf explodessun brightens stoneand all the river burns.Now from the mourning vanguard moving ondear Comrades I salute you and I sayDeath will not find us thinking that we die.— …
(2023-11-26). Gaza: a pause before the storm. By: Pepe Escobar. midwesternmarx.com 
The US and its allies will continue backing Israel's war on Gaza after a brief truce. But as the case for 'genocide' grows stronger, the new multipolar powers will have to confront the old hegemons and their Rules-Based Chaos. While the world cries "Israeli genocide," the Biden White House is gushing over the upcoming Gaza truce it helped broker, as though it's actually "on the verge" of its "biggest diplomatic victory." Be …
(2023-11-26). Gaza war shatters west's Global South clout. By: Mohamad Hasan Sweidan. midwesternmarx.com 
On 15 November, The Guardian caused a social media stir by removing a letter from its website written by the late Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden, titled "A Letter to America." The missive, which had remained on the media outlet's site for over two decades, delved into the reasons behind the fateful 9/11 attacks on the US, which it said was a response to US injustices in Afghanistan, Palestine, and other parts of the Islamic world. Bin Laden's letter …
(2023-11-26). Hamas: From Al-Aqsa Intifada to Al-Aqsa Flood. By: Sammy Ismail. midwesternmarx.com 
Any sympathizer with the Palestinian cause must recognize the aptness of the Palestinian people's decision to resist and achieve liberation. Solidarity is not about pitying the Palestinians for their grave suffering but rather honoring their will to resist their oppressors. I won't rest until I plant my heaven in this world. Or I'll uproot the world's heavens from it -Ghassan Kanafani Hamas: rising as the military vanguard in Palestine Hamas, which l …
(2023-11-26). Israel Is Assassinating Journalists in Gaza. By: Amanda Yee. midwesternmarx.com 
As part of its genocidal onslaught on Gaza, Israel is killing media workers at an unprecedented rate, seemingly to prevent the world from seeing the unspeakable atrocities it carries out. Israel is intentionally assassinating journalists in Gaza. As it wages its genocidal onslaught on the enclave, having murdered at least 13,000 Palestinians so far, Israel is simultaneously killing media workers in order to prevent the world from seeing the unspeakable atrocities it carries out.R …
(2023-11-26). The Eviction Notice Is Being Written, and Will Come in Four Languages. By: Pepe Escobar. midwesternmarx.com 
The Eviction Notice is being written. And it will come in four languages. Russian. Farsi. Mandarin. And last but not least, English.A much-cherished pleasure of professional writing is to always be enriched by informed readers. This "eviction" insight — worth a thousand geopolitical treatises — was offered by one of my sharpest readers commenting on a column.Concisely, what we have here expresses a deeply felt consensus across the spectrum n …
(2023-11-26). The immensity of a man. By: Mailenys Oliva Ferrales. midwesternmarx.com 
Inexhaustible presence, image of the dream fulfilled and truth of a country, Fidel continues to inhabit us from the survival, and emerging undefeated in the endearing memory of those who lived his time Seven Novembers have passed since his physical departure and, however, Fidel continues to inhabit us since his survival, with that inexhaustible presence that emanates from his eternal and inescapable legacy, and from the endearing memory of those who lived his time.And it could not …
(2023-11-26). US & Israel Dead-Last in Following UN Charter. By: Jeffrey D. Sachs and Guillaume Lafortune. midwesternmarx.com 
As part of our academic research on how to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we are examining the extent to which U.N. member states adhere to the U.N. Charter and U.N.-backed goals such as the SDGs.Towards this end, we have created a preliminary "Multilateralism Index" and welcome feedback and suggestions. The ranking of 74 countries according to the Multilateralism Index is shown below. Barbados ranks highest, the U.N. member most aligned with the U.N. Charter. Thou …
(2023-11-26). Profit-Making Holiday 'Black Friday' Interrupted By Mass Mobilizations. popularresistance.org Thousands took to the streets across multiple US cities to disrupt Black Friday, the most profitable retail shopping day of the year, to demand a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. | November 24, marked the first day of the four-day humanitarian pause in the enclave. Displaced families have begun to travel back to their homes in the north of Gaza, even as Israeli forces opened fire on them, killing at least two Palestinians who were traveling back north. Videos have been circulating on social media of Palestinian political prisoners being released by Israeli forces, including many children and women. Freed ch…
(2023-11-26). Dozens Hold Sit-In To Demand Resignation Of SD State's Attorney. popularresistance.org Rapid City, SD — Yesterday, the families of Nevaeh Brave Heart, Aiko Storm White Eagle, Kasey Arehart, and Kyle Whiting held a sit-in at state's attorney Lara Roetzel's office for five hours, calling for her resignation and for an independent investigation into the practices of the State's Attorney office. | The families and local community members mobilized this peaceful action to call attention to the state's attorney's track record of over prosecuting Native people while also failing to serve justice for Native people who have been murdered. | To draw just one sharp comparison: the white man who killed N…
(2023-11-26). Palestinians Celebrate As Israel Releases Captive Women And Children. popularresistance.org Crowds across the occupied West Bank cheered and waved Palestinian and Hamas flags, along with kaffiyeh scarves, as 39 Palestinian women and children held captive by Israel were released. | The Palestinian captives were transported home in white buses — escorted by armored vehicles — from the Ofer military camp. | Israel released the Palestinians under a truce agreement to pause the fighting in besieged Gaza after Hamas released 13 Israeli women and children and 10 Thai workers the resistance movement captured during its 7 October Al-Aqsa Flood raid on Israel.
(2023-11-26). High Budget Sleaze. counterpunch.org Now I see in Blonde the seed of the next six or seven years in American pop culture. The austere, bland, and politically correct atmosphere that ruled the 2010s was fading, its reign was extended a bit by the coronavirus pandemic. Blonde is not an objectionable film because its director doesn't like, or possibly even understand Marilyn Monroe movies. It may be a bad film, but it becomes more and more interesting with time. | To read this article, log in If you are logged in but can…
(2023-11-26). I Don't Think It Was A Mistake. smoothiex12.blogspot.com 
(2023-11-26). Hamas Praises Contributions Of China, Russia, And Arab Countries In Truce. popularresistance.org The political leader of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, highlighted the efforts of several Arab countries, as well as Russia and China, behind the truce in Gaza Strip. | "We reaffirm the importance of the efforts of Arab and Islamic countries, as well as friendly states like Russia and China, to help our people fulfill their aspirations for freedom, return, and independence," Haniyeh said on Friday, November 24, in a short video posted on social media. | The Hamas leader also thanked Egypt and Qatar for their mediation efforts in the truce agreement, underlining the Palestinian movement…
(2023-11-26). Americans under winter weather alerts. plenglish.com Below-normal temperatures were expected from New Mexico to Kansas and from Oklahoma to the Upper Midwest, as the seasonal west-to-east upper-level low-pressure system brings rain and, in some places, half a foot of snow, federal forecasters said. | Temperatures could dip from 5 to 30 degrees below normal. | The winter front is coming to big cities in the Midwest and East Coast as post-pandemic air travel booms and a single-day U.S. record of 2.9 million people were expected to fly home on Sunday following Thanksgiving. | Scott Keyes, founder of going.com, a platform for alerting travelers to discounted flights, s…
(2023-11-26). Czech unions set to protest against government measures. plenglish.com Prague, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) Several Czech trade union centers prepare conditions for demonstrating and taking to the streets in order to call for the repeal of a package of measures for public budgets.
(2023-11-26). Pope Francis praises truce in Israeli-Palestinian conflict. plenglish.com Vatican City, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) Pope Francis on Sunday laid stress on the significance of the truce in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and insisted on the pressing need for a dialogue to put an end to clashes.
(2023-11-26). Syrian community contributes to equipping medical facilities. plenglish.com Open catheterization, cardiac surgery and computed tomography sections have a capacity of 14 beds, in addition to four beds for ICU, the medical staff explained to Arnous. | The emergency department was also reopened which would help improve the medical care for dozens of communities in the mountainous region of Al-Qalamoun. | In statements to journalists, Arnous stressed the importance of bilateral collaboration between government agencies and civil community entities and associations. | This constructive work represents a model of cooperation to improve the reality of services in various fields and contribute t…
(2023-11-26). Venezuela and Cuba to strengthen cooperation in tourism sector. plenglish.com Caracas, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and Cuba on Sunday inked two cooperation agreements to continue strengthening tourism operations in domestic and international markets.
(2023-11-26). The German state's crackdown on solidarity with Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org Zaid Abdulnasser is a Palestinian refugee living in Berlin, Germany and a former member of "Samidoun — Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network". Samidoun is an international organization, working for the cause of Palestinian prisoners. On the 2nd of November, Samidoun was banned by the Ministry of Interior in Germany. On November 23rd, German security authorities also conducted raids at properties connected to suspected Samidoun members. Previously, Zaid Abdulnasser had already been threatened with deportation, due to his political work. | In this interview, Zaid gives a comprehensive overview on the positi…
(2023-11-26). Gaza: A Pause Before the Storm. orinocotribune.com By Pepe Escobar — Nov 23, 2023 |
(2023-11-26). The Brain Is the Battlefield of the Future. The WEF's Stated Objective is "Altering the Human Being" globalresearch.ca We are all vulnerable — vaxxed or unvaxxed — to mind interference through the worldwide coverage of 5G shortwaves. And the worst is, we may not even notice when it "hits" us.
(2023-11-26). Is the Gaza-Israel Fighting "A False Flag"? They Let it Happen? Their Objective Is "to Wipe Gaza Off the Map"? globalresearch.ca "Anyone who wants to thwart the establishment of a Palestinian state has to support bolstering Hamas and transferring money to Hamas. This is part of our strategy". Benjamin Netanyahu…
(2023-11-26). Marching for Israel? American and Israeli War Criminals Celebrate Together. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Aftermath of Israeli airstrikes on Jabalia refugee camp, wounded in hospital. presstv.ir Scenes of devastation could be seen in Jabalia refugee camp following Israeli airstrikes.
(2023-11-26). Thousands of Canadian civil servants go on strike in Quebec. presstv.ir Thousands of school, hospital and social services workers in Canada's Quebec province walk off their jobs.
(2023-11-26). Mexican army deployed after capture of Sinaloa Cartel's alleged security boss. presstv.ir The Mexican Army was deployed on Wednesday (November 22) in the streets of Culiacan after the National Guard captured Nestor Isidro Perez Salas, or "El Nini."
(2023-11-26). Demonstrators clash with riot police after Dublin knife attack. presstv.ir Anti-immigrant protesters clash with riot police in Dublin following a knife attack that injured five people..
(2023-11-26). Hundreds of Australian students in Sydney protest for Palestinians. presstv.ir Hundreds of Australian students skipped class in Sydney to protest for the freedom of Palestinians.
(2023-11-26). Without US support, Israel couldn't have continued Gaza war: Iran. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian made the remark in an interview with Qatar-based Al Jazeera television network.
(2023-11-26). Turks in Istanbul protest death of civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Istanbul on Friday to protest civilian deaths in the Gaza Strip and express support for the Palestinians.
(2023-11-26). Pro-Palestine rallies continue as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine protesters hold more rallies in Sydney and New York in solidarity with people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-26). IRGC Navy develops new homegrown air-launched cruise missiles. presstv.ir The two indigenous standoff weapons have a range of virtually four and 17 kilometers.
(2023-11-26). People march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in London. presstv.ir People take to the streets of London to march in support of Palestinians.
(2023-11-26). Israel failed to achieve goals in Gaza war: Hamas official. presstv.ir Khaled Meshaal, head of Hamas' office in the diaspora, says the Israeli regime was unable to reach its goals after 48 days of its onslaught against the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-26). Erdogan blasts Israeli war crimes as Turkish lawyers refer evidence to ICC. presstv.ir Turkish legal experts sent a file of Israel war crimes evident to the International Criminal Court (ICC).
(2023-11-26). Iran says 'mediated' release of Thai captives held in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran says it mediated Friday's release of 10 Thai captives held by the Palestinian resistance movements in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-26). Hamas hails Iran's 'great diplomatic efforts' for Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir A senior Hamas leader says Iran played a major role in efforts that led to the ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-26). South Africa calls on ICJ to declare Israel as 'apartheid state'. presstv.ir South Africa demand Israel to be declared an apartheid state at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
(2023-11-26). Israeli vessel struck in Indian Ocean before Gaza truce took effect. presstv.ir It all happened hours before a four-day truce between the Israeli army and Hamas took effect.
(2023-11-26). WHO voices concern about al-Shifa chief arrested by Israel. presstv.ir The WHO has voiced concern about the fate of the director of al-Shifa Hospital in the Gaza Strip who was detained by Israeli military along with several other senior doctors this week.
(2023-11-26). Hamas delays release of captives over Israel's violation of ceasefire. presstv.ir A senior political official of Hamas has said Israel started violating the terms of the agreement on Friday.
(2023-11-26). Humans of Gaza: 9-year-old Mayar and 6-year-old Bilal, inseparable siblings. presstv.ir For journalists reporting from Gaza, the tragedy extends to their entire families, including children.
(2023-11-26). Iran calls for stronger measures by Muslim countries to support Palestinians. presstv.ir Iran calls for stronger measures by Muslim countries to support the Palestinian people.
(2023-11-26). Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate in Frankfurt. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters hold a demonstration in Frankfurt, calling for an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
(2023-11-26). Sri Lankans rally outside US embassy, denounce its support for Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of Sri Lankan protesters gather in front of the US embassy in Colombo to denounce Washington's support for Tel Aviv.
(2023-11-26). 39 more Palestinian prisoners released in return for 17 captives held in Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli regime releases a second batch of 39 Palestinian prisoners under a swap deal with Hamas.
(2023-11-26). Israeli forces gun down 4 Palestinian youths during violent raid in Jenin. presstv.ir Israeli forces kill four Palestinian youths during a violent raid against the city of Jenin in the northern part of the occupied West Bank.
(2023-11-26). Iran: US will pay heavy price for Israeli crimes; foreign forces must leave region. presstv.ir The Iranian defense minister warns that the US and Israel will pay the price for all the crimes that they are committing in the region.
(2023-11-26). México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" indybay.org México: El paso migrante de "La pequeña Amal" | La marioneta, que representa la figura de una niña siria de 10 años, es un símbolo global de las personas refugiadas. Esta es su primera vez en Latinoamérica…
(2023-11-26). The latest trends in healthcare and other observations. expose-news.com Dr. Vernon Coleman gives us his latest passing observations including the new medical trend of "long" diseases and another medical craze to come out of covid is multiple annual "vaccines," all at …
(2023-11-26). We Are Being Smashed Politically, Economically, Medically and Technologically by the Elite's 'Great Reset': Why? How Do We Fight Back Effectively? globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Perinatal Healthcare Workers in Santa Cruz County Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza. indybay.org Campesina Womb Justice, a mutual aid project for womb justice and healing for indigenous campesinas in Santa Cruz County, has released a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-26). Stanford Students Rise Up as Japan's Kishida, S Korea's Yoon Speak on Campus Pt II. indybay.org Loud drumming, shaman-inspired dancing, chanting, and student speeches arose on the Stanford University campus on November 17th when a coalition gathered to protest outside the Hoover Institution. President Yoon of the Republic of Korea (ROK/South Korea) and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan were speaking there at a joint event celebrating increasing military and economic alliances amongst the US, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. | photos via @saaacofficial and @raging_grannies (instagram)…
(2023-11-26). Rescued from beneath Gaza's rubble. electronicintifada.net Israa Ahmed survived an Israeli attack that killed her mother, brother and nephew.
(2023-11-26). Monday 12/11: Teaching (Beyond) Crisis: Black Ecologies and Critical Hope. indybay.org Virtual event, register here: ucsc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P5GKNY-JT0GRysaJOK6fxw#/registration…
(2023-11-26). Block The Bombs: Palestine Activists Protest Boeing Facility In Missouri. popularresistance.org Hidden in plain sight along a particularly drab stretch of Route 94, just west of the Missouri River in St. Charles, MO, lies a large, plain white building. Almost completely nondescript apart from its size, it is distinguishable from the road only by a pair of small signs identifying it as Boeing Building 598. It is, at present, perhaps the deadliest building in the state. | Amidst an ever-growing civilian death toll exacted by Israel's relentless bombing campaign against Gaza, the displacement of the vast majority of the city's 2 million residents, and numerous other human rights atrocities of various descripti…
(2023-11-26). Palestinian Resistance Releases 13 Israelis and 7 Foreigners in Exchange for 42 Palestinian Prisoners on Second Day of Ceasefire. orinocotribune.com The Palestinian Resistance reported that it released 13 Israelis and seven foreigner hostages and handed them over to the Red Cross, as part of the temporary ceasefire agreement signed with the Israeli occupation. This is the second prisoners swap that has taken place as part of the truce signed on November 22. | The announcement was made by the al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of the Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas that administrates the Gaza Strip, late at night on Saturday, November 25. The delay in the prisoner exchange had raised uncertainty about the humanitarian pause that started on November 24…
(2023-11-26). Naciones Unidas alerta sobre intensificación de conflicto en Myanmar. telesurtv.net Existen más de dos millones de desplazados en todo el país a consecuencia de los enfrentamientos armados.
(2023-11-26). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-26). Más de 4.050 mujeres fueron víctimas de feminicidio en Latinoamérica en 2022. telesurtv.net El Observatorio, una iniciativa de la Comisión Económica para América Latina y el Caribe (CEPAL), especificó que esos crímenes ocurrieron en 26 países y territorios de la región que reportaron información.
(2023-11-26). Colombia anuncia diálogo con el ELN para el 30 de noviembre. telesurtv.net La Delegación de Paz del Gobierno explicó que dedicarán su esfuerzo para "superar la crisis por la que atraviesa el proceso de diálogos generada por el secuestro del señor Luis Manuel Díaz".
(2023-11-26). Qatar confirma intercambio de rehenes entre Israel y Gaza. telesurtv.net Hamas aseguró que liberará a 13 israelíes y siete extranjeros a cambio de 39 palestinos secuestrados en el segundo día de una tregua de cuatro días.
(2023-11-26). Hamas retrasa entrega de rehenes hasta que Israel cumpla los acuerdos. telesurtv.net Hamas añadió que la liberación de rehenes se retrasaría si Israel no cumple los términos acordados para la liberación de palestinos secuestrados.
(2023-11-26). Reeligen al presidente Andry Rajoelina en Madagascar. telesurtv.net El presidente saliente de Madagascar, Andry Rajoelina, gana por mayoría absoluta las elecciones del pasado día 16 que boicoteó gran parte de la oposición.
(2023-11-26). Al menos 11 muertos deja incendio en centro comercial de Pakistán. telesurtv.net La agencia de noticias paquistaní Geo News dijo que el incendio comenzó temprano en la mañana en el centro comercial de varios pisos RJ en la ciudad más poblada de Pakistán.
(2023-11-26). Ocupantes israelíes asesinan a cinco jóvenes palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Se reportan numerosas detenciones. Se eleva a 3.160 el total de palestinos detenidos desde el 7 de octubre pasado a la fecha.
(2023-11-26). Jóvenes cubanos rinden homenaje a Fidel Castro. telesurtv.net Realizan gala político-cultural en homenaje al líder revolucionario, a siete años de su desaparición física.
(2023-11-26). Ecuatorianas rechazan violencia basada en género. telesurtv.net Entre enero y la primera quincena de noviembre, Ecuador registró 277 femicidios.
(2023-11-26). Mexicana Osiris Machado impone récord mundial en Parapanamericanos. telesurtv.net La lanzadora de disco intervino en la categoría F64. Envió el implemento a una distancia de 41.16 metros, nuevo récord global.
(2023-11-26). 42 reos palestinos y 14 rehenes israelíes serán liberados el sábado. telesurtv.net El intercambio se realizará en el marco del alto al fuego pactado entre Israel y Hamás.
(2023-11-26). Al menos 57 periodistas han muerto en Gaza. telesurtv.net EL CPJ dijo que producto de dicho conflicto hay un saldo oficial de 57 periodistas muertos, entre los que hay 50 palestinos, cuatro israelíes y tres libaneses…
(2023-11-26). Liberan a dos periodistas que estaban secuestrados en México. telesurtv.net Se supo que la esposa de un tercer comunicador secuestrado fue liberada, sin embargo, el periodista Marco Antonio Toledo, y su hijo Alberto Toledo siguen privados de libertad.
(2023-11-26). Se registra sismo de 4,9 en la región amazónica de Ecuador. telesurtv.net El movimiento telúrico no provocó daños ni dejó víctimas fatales informaron las autoridades ecuatorianas.
(2023-11-26). Apuñalan en prisión a expolicía condenado por muerte de George Floyd. telesurtv.net Según versiones de algunos testigos, los empleados de la cárcel intervinieron en el incidente y aplicaron medidas de salvamento antes de que el recluso agredido fuera llevado al hospital.
(2023-11-26). Emboscada deja nueve muertos en el estado mexicano de Oaxaca. telesurtv.net La Fiscalía de Oaxaca desplegó un equipo para recabar datos y realizar el procesamiento del lugar del ataque armado.
(2023-11-26). CSJ de Panamá aplaza nuevamente sesión sobre contrato minero. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes ratificaron que solo reconocerán el fallo de la Corte Suprema que ponga fin al acuerdo entre el Gobierno y la minera canadiense.
(2023-11-26). Presidente Daniel Ortega recuerda al comandante Fidel Castro. telesurtv.net El presidente y vicepresidenta de Nicaragua, dijeron que la vida de Fidel Castro habla del deber de seguir en las batallas para custodiar la Vida, la Justicia y la Paz.
(2023-11-26). Revocan fallo de incompetencia de tribunal en caso Senkata en Bolivia. telesurtv.net La decisión del Tribunal permite que inicien los procesos penales ordinarios contra la expresidenta Jeanine Añez y otras 17 personas.
(2023-11-26). Inundaciones dejan 70 muertos en Kenia y 96 en Somalia. telesurtv.net En Kenia, unas 36.160 familias se vieron desplazadas; mientras en Somalia 649.000 personas han debido abandonar sus hogares.
(2023-11-26). Misión de ONU denuncia ataque israelí a su patrulla en Líbano. telesurtv.net La Unifil explicó que el ataque ocurrió alrededor de las 12H00 (hora local) del sábado.
(2023-11-26). Envían 61 camiones con ayuda humanitaria a norte de Gaza. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento, sólo han cruzado la frontera con Egipto 196 camiones con ayuda humanitaria.
(2023-11-26). Miles de personas se manifiestan a favor de Palestina en el mundo. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes llenaron las calles de importantes capitales como Londres, París, Berlín, Zagreb y Filipinas.
(2023-11-26). Sunday 11/26: Tenants Fighting Eviction to Picket KP Market, Threatening Boycott. indybay.org KP Market (2370 Telegraph Avenue)…
(2023-11-26). Palestine Solidarity Campaign Took Protests To The Heart Of 'Democracy'. popularresistance.org Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) has been behind multiple marches in support of the people of the Occupied Territories and Gaza. However, the group has taken its activism one step further — because it occupied the centre of so-called democracy in the UK right in the middle of the biggest parliamentary event of the week. Wearing "Ceasefire" t-shirts and shouting "Ceasefire now!" and "Free Palestine!", the activists sought to draw attention to the need for a permanent ceasefire to bring an end to Israel's indiscriminate bombing of civilians in Gaza and to create the conditions to begin to address the root…
(2023-11-26). DEADLY SECRETS: Unvaccinated account for just 5% of COVID-19 Deaths since beginning of 2023 but 3 & 4x Vaccinated account for Shocking 95%. expose-news.com
(2023-11-26). Argentina is Not For Sale: Unions Respond to Privatization. popularresistance.org Argentines weary of annual inflation soaring above 140% and a poverty rate that reached 40% have elected right-wing libertarian economist Javier Milei. On Sunday, November 19, 2023, Milei defeated Economy Minister Sergio Massa by a wide margin, 55.7% to 44.3%, winning all but three of the nation's 24 provinces. He had campaigned on the promise to privatise state-owned enterprises, slash government spending, dollarise the economy, eliminate the Central Bank, and close key ministries, among them health and education. | Milei is making the privatisation of the Argentine state-run oil company, YPF, a top priority. "T…
(2023-11-26). The Politics of the Occult: A Conversation with Historian Mitch Horowitz. counterpunch.org 
The relationship between politics and occultism is often misunderstood. Despite popular conceptions of Nazi esotericism, or depictions in folk horror films like The Wicker Man, throughout modern history occult spirituality has regularly interwoven with progressive social movements. |
(2023-11-25). This Rural Black Community Is at War With a Private Railroad Company. truthout.org SPARTA, Ga. — On a muggy and humid afternoon in mid-September, a frustrated Mark Smith stands in the kitchen of the home he and his wife, Janet Smith, built over 30 years ago on the 600 acres his grandfather acquired in 1926. Just a few feet away, the home where Mark grew up still stands. It's the place where he recalls countless conversations his parents had about the importance of education. |
(2023-11-25). Bangladesh dengue outbreak unmasks weakness of public healthcare system. peoplesdispatch.org The number of dengue cases has surged in Bangladesh with the disease's pattern and severity changing and rural areas bearing the brunt. As public health facilities struggle to cope with the number of cases, patients are facing extreme financial difficulties…
(2023-11-25). The Rise Of The Far Right Is A Global Phenomenon. popularresistance.org Across the globe, the far Right appears to be on the ascent. It has seized commanding heights in Giorgia Meloni's Italy and Viktor Orbán's Hungary, while formerly ostracized ethno-nationalist parties like the Sweden Democrats and the True Finns are now in governing coalitions. Shortly after this issue went to press, Argentina elected as president the voluble anarcho-capitalist Javier Milei, whose promise to commodify all facets of social life is accompanied by rabid anti-feminism and culture war invectives‚Äâ—‚Äâ"In my government there will be no cultur…
(2023-11-25). Rusia, China e Irán, constructores de un mundo multipolar. globalizacion.ca
(2023-11-25). Israeli child "burned completely" by Israeli tank fire at kibbutz. electronicintifada.net Survivor Yasmin Porat provides new details of 7 October bloodbath.
(2023-11-25). UN Security Council failed in Gaza crisis, Türkiye says. plenglish.com/feed/ Ankara, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The UN Security Council was unable to do its job in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, the spokesman of the Turkish Foreign Ministry, Fahrettin Altun, considered in a conference in this capital.
(2023-11-25). Jurists in Ecuador question decree that eliminates drug table. plenglish.com For criminal lawyer Pablo Encalada this measure will not have major effects. The jurist said through his social network X that the Constitutional Court said in a sentence that the thresholds of drug possession are referential and it is up to the Prosecutor's Office (police) to prove possession for trafficking. But it is still absurd, he exclaimed. | Meanwhile, the jurist Paulina Araujo in a report of the digital portal Primicias pointed out that, in practice, Noboa's decree is inapplicable because it goes against a ruling of the Constitutional Court and Article 364 of the Constitution that defines addictions as…
(2023-11-25). Mexican government reaffirms commitment to women. plenglish.com In an official statement, the Government of Mexico ratified its respect for the rights of the female population. | This was stated by the Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, Rosa Icela Rodríguez, in Oaxaca. | She said that President Andrés Manuel López Obrador instructed her to address the structural causes that generate violence, and to work to prevent and inhibit crimes committed in communities, homes and schools. | With this purpose, she explained, the Integral Strategy to tackle Violence against Women and Girls that was permanently implemented in the 15 municipalities of the country with the highes…
(2023-11-25). New tribute to Alicia Alonso in Spain. plenglish.com Madrid, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) Alicia Alonso returns to rescue her legacy in Spain, which will be remembered next Nov. 29th, at the Ateneo de Madrid on the 80th anniversary of her debut staging Giselle.
(2023-11-25). Palestine condemns comments by far-right Dutch politician. plenglish.com Ramallah, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemned statements made by far-right legislator Geert Wilders, whose party was the most voted in the recent elections in the Netherlands.
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Can haemodynamic effects be resumed to systolic arterial pressure? — Authors' reply. thelancet.com We thank Yannis Ait-Ali and colleagues for their Correspondence. We agree that in previous trials a major reported benefit of a cooler dialysate temperature was a 50—70% lower rate of intradialytic hypotension than with standard dialysate temperature.1,2 In many previous trials, intradialytic hypotension was defined on the basis of the drop in intradialytic systolic blood pressure. However, conclusions about treatment effects on this outcome remained uncertain because the quality of evidence from previous trials was rated as very low.
(2023-11-25). Cuba is ready to host Afide 2023. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) Cuba is ready to host the 10th International Convention on Physical Activity and Sports (Afide 2023), Dr. C. Mélix Ilisástigui told a press conference on Friday.
(2023-11-25). ECLAC reports more than 4,000 feminicides in Latin America in 2022. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) At least 4,500 women were murdered due to gender-related reasons in 2022 in the region, according to statistics published here by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).
(2023-11-25). Milei insists on closing Argentina's Central Bank. plenglish.com It was communicated in a document published in the profile of his office on the social network X. | The text specified that economist Osvaldo Giordano will be the head of the National Social Security Administration, and Engineer Horacio Marin will be at the head of Yacimientos Petroliferos Fiscales (YPF) as of December 10, when his presidential inauguration will take place. | Since 2015, Giordano has been the Minister of Finance in the Province of Córdoba, where he was previously Secretary of Social Welfare. He is one of the main allies of Governor and former presidential candidate Juan Schiaretti. | Meanwhile,…
(2023-11-25). President of Guyana Tries to Provoke Venezuela, Raises Guyanese Flag in Disputed Essequibo Territory. orinocotribune.com The government of Guyana continues to escalate provocations against Venezuela. The president of Guyana, Irfaan Ali, raised the Guyanese flag in the Pacaraima mountain range, a region that is part of the Essequibo territory and is very close to the Venezuelan border. | On Friday, November 24, the Guyanese president arrived at the Pacaraima mountain range in a military helicopter, and accompanied by military officials, unfurled the Guyanese flag and raised it. |
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: Eureka: Shut it Down for Palestine! indybay.org Eureka Bayshore Mall | 3300 Broadway St. | Eureka, CA…
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: San Diego: Shut It Down For Palestine! indybay.org San Diego County Administration building | 1600 Pacific Hwy | San Diego, CA…
(2023-11-25). Monday 11/27: Tell Oakland City Council: Ceasefire Resolution Now! indybay.org Oakland City Hall | 1 Frank Ogawa Plaza | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: San Diego: Shut it Down! indybay.org Fashion Valley Mall | Meet at Fashion Valley Transit Center | San Diego, CA…
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: Silent Vigil for Peace in Ukraine and Palestine and honoring Native American Heritage Day. indybay.org corner of El Camino & Embarcadero, outside Town & Country shopping center, on the public sidewalk | 855 El Camino | Palo Alto, CA…
(2023-11-25). Sunday 11/26: Vigil: Alameda Families and Friends for Ceasefire. indybay.org Alameda City Hall | 2263 Santa Clara Ave | Alameda, CA…
(2023-11-25). Wednesday 11/29: International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Friday 12/1: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Monday 11/27: The Art of One on Ones: Anti-War Organizer Training. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Monday 11/27: #NoTechFor Apartheid. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Tuesday 11/28: Rising in Solidarity: Palestine and the Arab Revolution. indybay.org YouTube (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Thursday 11/30: No Money for Massacres Solidarity Phone Bank. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Friday 12/1: Action Hour — Ceasefire Now. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Wednesday 11/29: Bayanihan Youth Group: Let's Talk About Palestine Workshop. indybay.org 310 8th St. | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-25). ALF Liberates 30 Foxes at Ohio Fur Farm. indybay.org In an anonymous communique received on November 21 by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has taken credit for liberating 30 captive foxes from the Grand River Fur Exchange, located in Rome, Ohio.
(2023-11-25). Scholar Charisse Burden-Stelly Releases New Book on Racial Capitalism: 'Black Scare/Red Scare'. moguldom.com Acclaimed scholar Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly, an associate professor of African American Studies at Wayne State University, has unveiled her latest book, "Black Scare/Red Scare: Theorizing Capitalist Racism in the United States." In this work, Dr. Burden-Stelly does a deep dive into the intertwined histories of anti-Black racial oppression and anti-communist repression in the U.S., shedding …
(2023-11-25). Silicon Valley Legend Paul Graham Called Anti-Semite For Highlighting Massacre Of 3600 Palestinian Children. moguldom.com Silicon Valley luminary and Y Combinator founder Paul Graham has stirred up controversy with his recent tweets concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Graham, known for his influential role in the tech industry, found himself facing criticism from Israeli tech professionals who accused him of taking a seemingly pro-Palestinian stance. He faced the same backlash in 2014 …
(2023-11-25). Silicon Valley Legend Paul Graham Called Anti-Semite For Highlighting Massacre Of 3600 Palestinian Children. moguldom.com Silicon Valley luminary and Y Combinator founder, Paul Graham, has stirred up controversy with his recent tweets concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Graham, known for his influential role in the tech industry, found himself facing criticism from Israeli tech professionals who accused him of taking a seemingly pro-Palestinian stance. He faced the same backlash in 2014 …
(2023-11-25). Indigenous Activists Detained in Oaxaca Following Gathering on Political Prisoners. itsgoingdown.org 
Report on repression of indigenous activists in Oaxaca, Mexico following a conference on political prisoners. On Tuesday, November 21st 2023 three Indigenous land defenders were kidnapped by the State in their hometown of Eloxochitlán (Nguixo), a Mazatec community in Northern Oaxaca. For nine years, Jaime Vidauria Romero, Artemio Vidauria Romero and Ranulfo Vidauria Estrada have…
(2023-11-25). Musk's Lawsuit Is About Destroying Free Speech. popularresistance.org He wasn't bluffing. | After threatening to sue liberal media watchdog Media Matters for America (CNBC, 11/18/23), Twitter's principal owner Elon Musk did just that, arguing in papers filed in a Texas court that the group "manipulated" data in an effort to "destroy" the social media platform, causing major advertisers to pull back (BBC, 11/20/23). | The world's richest human was responding to an MMFA report (11/16/23) about Twitter—which Musk has rebranded as X since purchasing the once publicly traded company—and its promotion of far-right, antisemitic content. It said that while "Musk continues his d…
(2023-11-25). FBI Labels Anti-Fascists And Anti-Racists As Violent Extremists. popularresistance.org A recently released Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) document titled "Domestic Terrorism Symbols Guide" links common protest symbols to "terrorism" — another marker in a common theme of conflating militant protest for social justice with deadly terrorist violence within the United States. Groups like the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the Brennan Center have raised warnings about such documents, citing inadequate protections for people's constitutional rights. | In a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on July 27 (PDF), the ACLU voiced deep concern ab…
(2023-11-25). White House Fears Pause in Fighting Will Let Journalists See What's Been Happening in Gaza. orinocotribune.com By Caitlin Johnstone — Nov 22, 2023 | Israel and Hamas have reportedly agreed to a In an article titled "
(2023-11-25). Israel clausura su laboratorio humano en Gaza. globalizacion.ca Israel es el 10 ∫ mayor traficante de armas del planeta y vende su tecnología y armamento a unas 130 naciones, incluidas dictaduras militares de Asia y América Latina. | Las ventas de armas israelíes ascendieron a 12.500 millones de dólares el…
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view. thelancet.com As Elsa Dent and colleagues1 note, malnutrition is an important and widely prevalent determinant of health in older adults. They also highlight the importance of malnutrition management in older adults affected by COVID-19. However, we find that the link between malnutrition and tuberculosis, as well as other infectious diseases that are more prevalent in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), is missing. Tuberculosis is a known driver of wasting and continues to kill more than 1 ∑5 million people each year.
(2023-11-25). Oil And Gas Production Set To Escalate Under Landmark US Climate Law. popularresistance.org A new report warns that oil and gas production in the United States is expected to rise under Biden's signature climate law, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), even as the legislation helps to moderately lower fossil fuel demand through billions of dollars in clean energy investments. | The report, "Biden's Fossil Fuel Fail: How U.S. Oil and Gas Supply Rises under the Inflation Reduction Act, Exacerbating Environmental Injustice," details how, despite the IRA's significant spending on renewable energy, electric vehicles, and batteries, the policy will not be enough for the U.S. to meet its 2030 climate target of…
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view. thelancet.com We read with interest the Review by Elsa Dent and colleagues1 raising awareness on a too-often neglected condition. The authors proposed the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition criteria2 as a gold standard solution for the diagnosis of malnutrition. However, we noted that the definition of a low BMI as less than 18 ∑5 kg/m2 for those younger than 70 years is not in line with the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition criteria, which define a low BMI as less than 20 kg/m2 for people younger than 70 years.
(2023-11-25). Tesla Full Self-Driving in process of entering Chinese market: reports. ecns.cn U.S. electric car maker Tesla said its Full Self-Driving (FSD) function is now in progress to deploy in the Chinese market, as reported by the Chinese media outlet CHINAFUND on Thursday, citing sources from Tesla China.
(2023-11-25). China's economy very resilient: South African scholar. ecns.cn I think China's economy remains very resilient despite global economic slowdown, said Farhana Paruk, head of Client Engagement at Gordan Institute of Business Science (GIBS) at the University of Pretoria and a former fellow at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, in a recent interview with China News Service.
(2023-11-25). Comicomment: South China Sea should not be wrestling ground for int'l politics. ecns.cn The South China Sea is the shared home for the countries in the region and should not be a wrestling ground for international politics.
(2023-11-25). Chinese court upholds pop star Kris Wu's 13-year sentence for sex offenses. ecns.cn Chinese-Canadian pop star Kris Wu's 13-year prison sentence for rape and assembling a crowd to engage in promiscuous activities was upheld by the Beijing No 3 Intermediate People's Court on Friday.
(2023-11-25). China enters top 10 in innovation. ecns.cn A recently released report indicated that China's comprehensive innovation capability has risen to the 10th position globally, further cementing the nation's status as a rising leading innovative nation.
(2023-11-25). China announces visa-free travel for five European countries and Malaysia. ecns.cn China decided to offer visa-free entry to travelers holding ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning announced on Friday.
(2023-11-25). Over 100 mln people sign up for China's medical insurance digital code. ecns.cn More than 100 million people in China have registered to use a digital code for the country's basic medical insurance plan, the National Healthcare Security Administration said on Friday.
(2023-11-25). Xizang sees sharp foreign trade growth. ecns.cn In the first 10 months of this year, the total value of foreign trade imports and exports in the Xizang autonomous region was 9.35 billion yuan ($1.3 billion), 1.5 times that of the same period last year and the highest in the country.
(2023-11-25). China to see simultaneous circulation of infections this winter. ecns.cn China will likely see simultaneous circulations of multiple respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza and mycoplasma pneumoniae infections, this winter and spring.
(2023-11-25). Historic Flying Tigers relics find new home in Guangzhou. ecns.cn Pedro Chan, president of the Cantonese Society of Southern California, donated around 1,000 pieces of historic items related to Flying Tigers Chinese museums, libraries and memorial halls to Guangzhou, Guangdong province, earlier this week.
(2023-11-25). New appointment for PBOC and State Administration of Foreign Exchange. ecns.cn Zhu Hexin, chairman of the board of directors of CITIC Group, has been appointed as a member of the Party committee of the People's Bank of China and Party chief of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange.
(2023-11-25). China-made ARJ21 jet welcomes 10,000,000th passenger. ecns.cn China's domestically-produced ARJ21 regional jet of China Southern Airlines has served more than 10 million passengers by Friday as Flight CZ3892 took off from Guangzhou to Jieyang in Guangdong Province, marking a new milestone in the operation of home-made aircraft.
(2023-11-25). China to trial unilateral visa-free policy to six countries from Dec. 1. ecns.cn To further facilitate cross-border travel and China's high-quality development and high-standard opening up, China has decided to apply unilateral visa-free policy to six more countries on a trial basis, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced at a news briefing on Friday. The six countries are France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia.
(2023-11-25). Insights | Former French Prime Minister: world's peaceful development cannot be achieved without China. ecns.cn Former French Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin recently said in an exclusive interview with ECNS that the world's peaceful development cannot be achieved without China, and world civilization would be incomplete without Chinese culture.
(2023-11-25). Beijing to lift foreign equity limit in local telecom value-added services for expanded opening-up: State Council. ecns.cn China's State Council, the cabinet, on Thursday gave approval for Beijing to cancel the foreign equity limit in local telecom value-added services, in order to further promote the nation's services industry.
(2023-11-25). China unveils vision and action plan for the BRI development in next decade. ecns.cn China's Office of the Leading Group for Promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) released the Vision and Actions for High-Quality Belt and Road Cooperation: Brighter Prospects for the Next Decade, in a bid to further promote the world stabilization and regional mutual development.
(2023-11-25). China launches website for the private economy bureau amid strong policy support. ecns.cn China has launched a website for the bureau for private economy development under the website of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), as the latest effort to boost the private economy.
(2023-11-25). Burial ceremony held for remains of Chinese soldiers killed in Korean War in Shenyang. ecns.cn Chinese soldiers escort caskets containing remains of Chinese People Volunteers martyrs killed in the 1950-53 Korean War during a burial ceremony at the Cemetery of Revolutionary Martyrs in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Nov. 24, 2023.
(2023-11-25). Danxia landform after snow in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Magnificent scenery of Danxia landform after snow, a landscape characterized by reddish sandstone features, in Hutubi County of Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
(2023-11-25). Desert park showcases 'Swan Lake' scene in Qinghai. ecns.cn Whooper swans, under China's second-class state protection, swim in a lake surrounded by a desert, transforming it to a "Swan Lake" scene in Ulan county, Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2023-11-25). Village hidden in morning mist. ecns.cn Houses and colorful trees hidden in early winter mist create an atmospheric scene in Yuexi County of Anqing City, east China's Anhui Province.
(2023-11-25). In Numbers: China's 5G construction sees steady growth. ecns.cn
(2023-11-25). What to expect from first China International Supply Chain Expo. ecns.cn
(2023-11-25). Cradle of Civilization: Panlongcheng Site. ecns.cn
(2023-11-25). Sweet-toothed visitors treated with sugar-coated hawthorn in N China. ecns.cn Sweet-toothed visitors have been treated with sugar-coated hawthorn in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province.
(2023-11-25). Complicit in Genocide: Activists Blockade Danish Arms Manufacturer Terma. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-25). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 49: Four-Day Truce Begins in Gaza After a Night of Heavy Bombardment. scheerpost.com 
A rally in Los Angeles California. Photo by ScheerPost Staff Editor on November 17, 2023. | By Mondoweiss Palestine Bureau / Casualties: | 14,854 killed*, including 6,150 children, and more than 36,000 wounded in the Gaza Strip | 226 Palestinians* killed in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusale…
(2023-11-25). Private Equity Is Using Prison Phone, Food and Health Systems to Rack Up Profits. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-25). The Old and New Nakba: Forced Expulsion of Palestinians Must Be Rejected. scheerpost.com 
By Ramzy Baroud / CounterCurrents.org It is simply inaccurate to claim that the ongoing Israeli attempt to displace all, or many Palestinian refugees from Gaza to Sinai is a new idea, compelled by recent circumstances. Displacing Palestinians, or as it is known in Israeli political lexicon, the "transfer", is an old idea — as old …
(2023-11-25). When the First Casualty of War Is Truth, Journalists Are the Second. scheerpost.com 
Photographer Hosny Salah shows children in Gaza the photos he has taken. Photo from Pixabay on May 17, 2022 from Hosny Salah. | By Denis Moynihan and Amy Goodman / Truth — and journalists — are the first casualties of the war on Gaza. As Israel's 7-week bombardment of the Gaza Strip has killed over 14,000 Palestinians, 5,000 of whom were children, courageous Palestinian journalists, working in Gaza under unbelievabl…
(2023-11-25). Nov 25, 2023. sitrepworld.info 
‚ô´ Down By the Riverside feat. Grandpa Elliott | Playing For Change The Eviction Notice Is Being Written, and Will Come in Four Languages, by Pepe Escobar Scott Ritter: Hamas Winning Battle for Gaza Marching for Israel? American and Israeli war criminals celebrate together, by Philip Giraldi How Gaza United the World, by Ramzy Baroud and Romana Rubeo Palestine Speaks! (Comment on Moon of Alabama post) Why Does the West Support the Genocide of Gaza? by Kevin Barrett Putin Was Declared A War Criminal For *Relocating* The Same Number Of Children Israel Just *Killed*, by Caitlin Johnstone Day…
(2023-11-25). Milei y la nueva derecha en Argentina mirada de otros modos. globalizacion.ca Se han sucedido múltiples reacciones frente al triunfo de Javier Milei en las elecciones en Argentina. | En varias predominan abordajes enfocados en el individuo, en el personaje político, como si actuara en solitario, o se lo compara con Jair Bolsonaro…
(2023-11-25). Forest Defense Is About More Than the Trees. It's About Our Collective Future. truthout.org It's like this in the olive groves in Palestine. For years, settlers and soldiers have set fire to and uprooted trees and attacked Palestinian olive harvesters in an attempt to further sever the people from their land. The olive trees are more than just a source of income, and indeed survival, for Palestinian farmers. They represent tradition and a culture of mutualism, and are a symbol of both… |
(2023-11-25). Three Presidents Who Made Thanksgiving a National Holiday And What They Were Thankful For. dissidentvoice.org Three U.S. presidents were instrumental in establishing Thanksgiving as a regular national event. On October 3, 1789, George Washington declared the first federal Thanksgiving holiday. In 1863, Abraham Lincoln made it an annual federal holiday. And in 1941, Franklin Roosevelt signed a bill setting the date at the fourth Thursday of every November. All three presidents …
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view — Authors' reply. thelancet.com We thank Domenico Azzolino and Tiziano Lucchi for their Correspondence regarding our Review of malnutrition in older adults.1 Azzolino and Lucchi raise a concern about the low BMI cutoff point we reported for the diagnosis of malnutrition by the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) criteria1 for adults aged younger than 70 years. We briefly touched upon the GLIM criteria in our Review, without going into much detail. One of the phenotypic GLIM criteria is a low BMI, for which we have mentioned the upper and lower boundary cutoff points by age group.
(2023-11-25). Activists Disrupt Thanksgiving Parade: End Genocide, Don't Celebrate It. popularresistance.org Today, pro-Palestine protestors disrupted Thanksgiving Day Parades in New York City and Detroit, all sending the same message: end genocide, don't celebrate it. | In Detroit, protestors marched in front of the Thanksgiving Day parade route carrying banners reading: "From Turtle Island to Palestine, genocide is a crime" and "Detroit stands with Gaza," giving a spotlight to Palestine during Israel's ongoing atrocities. | In Manhattan, protestors disrupted the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, an annual corporate parade watched nationwide, with signs and banners reading "Genocide then, genocide now."
(2023-11-25). World Report] France cools on assisted dying and euthanasia. thelancet.com A draft bill was due to come before the Cabinet in December, but Emmanuel Macron has thrown the plans into doubt. Ferry Biedermann reports.
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: San Jose Prayer and Protest: Join Us to Demand a Permanent Ceasefire. indybay.org 1040 Olin Ave, San Jose…
(2023-11-25). Wednesday 11/29: Monterey Rally for Palestine. indybay.org Monterey City Hall, 580 Pacific Street, Monterey…
(2023-11-25). Obituary] Roger Maitland Greenhalgh. thelancet.com Vascular surgeon and advocate of randomised controlled trials. He was born in Ilkeston, UK, on Feb 6, 1941 and died on Oct 6, 2023 in London, UK, aged 82 years.
(2023-11-25). Argentina — Macri, Milei, la pasión y los intereses. globalizacion.ca El dueto Macri-Milei — el orden de los factores no altera el producto — cranea una respuesta al pueblo si se moviliza contra sus medidas. Una parte del pueblo al que el primero llamó: "Orcos". | Los monstruos de la saga…
(2023-11-25). Neoliberalism, Democracy and the University as a Public Sphere. indybay.org What can educators and others concerned about the future of higher education do to make sure it is not colonized by corporate and other antidemocratic interests? First, educators & others need to figure out how to defend more vigorously higher education as a public good & how central it is in producing the formative culture necessary to educate young people to be critical & engaged.
(2023-11-25). Ashes of Italian expeditionary of Granma yacht to be taken to Cuba. plenglish.com Rome, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) A delegation from the Italian-Cuba Friendship Association (ANAIC), led by its President, Marco Papacci, will travel to Cuba to take the ashes of partisan Gino Doné, the only Granma yacht expedition member from Europe, a spokesperson said on Friday.
(2023-11-25). Cuban business group promotes light industry. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The Light Industry Business Group, GEMPIL, is betting on a substantial boost to this sector in Cuba as authorities are looking for solutions to the country's economic problems.
(2023-11-25). Perspectives] Documenting compassion and teamwork in maternity care. thelancet.com In this series of photographs, I document experiences of some expectant parents cared for by a multidisciplinary team at the Queen Mary Maternity Unit at West Middlesex University Hospital, part of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in London, UK. For this project, I spent a week capturing aspects of the work of consultant obstetrician and Labour Ward Lead Osaeloke Osakwe, who cared for my wife and newborn daughter in 2020.
(2023-11-25). Arrest of 109 gang members highlighted in El Salvador. plenglish.com The Minister of Justice and Security, Gustavo Villatoro indicated in a report that the Attorney General's Office (FGR) together with the National Civil Police (PNC) made the capture in the department of Santa Ana, as part of "Operation Lake". | In his message on his X account, Villatoro said that among those arrested were four palabreros, four of the so-called "homeboys" in charge of neighborhoods or cantons, and 16 collaborators, all of whom have criminal records for crimes committed from 2014 to 2018, including six homicides. | The terrorists, as defined by law, will be charged with the crimes of aggravated hom…
(2023-11-25). Cuba remembers the eternal leadership of Fidel Castro. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) Cuban leaders, led by President Miguel Díaz-Canel, and users on social networks, remembered today the legacy of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, who physically disappeared on November 25, 2016.
(2023-11-25). Israeli troops killed Palestinian doctor in the West Bank. plenglish.com The director of the Al-Razi hospital in Jenin, Fawaz Hammad, denounced that the doctor Shamekh Kamal Abu Al-Rub, 25 years old, lost his life, while his brother Muhammad and another young man were wounded by bullets, during the clashes in that town. | According to the official Wafa news agency, the clashes erupted when an Israeli special unit infiltrated Qabatiya to arrest a suspected militiaman. | Abu Al-Rub was hit by bullets in the abdomen as he was leaving his home with his brother-in-law, the source stressed. Two other Palestinians were arrested on Saturday in the northern Jordan Valley village of Ain al-Bayd…
(2023-11-25). Palestinian question reaffirmed as a priority for Jordan. plenglish.com Aman, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The chairman of the Palestinian Parliamentary Committee, Firas Al-Ajarma, reaffirmed today that the Palestinian issue is a priority for Jordan, in light of the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). Uruguayan feminists in solidarity with Palestinian cause. plenglish.com In this capital the Intersocial Feminist called for a concentration in the afternoon in Plaza Libertad, which will be followed by a rally along the emblematic 18 de Julio Avenue under the slogan "United for peace and in solidarity with the people of Palestine". | We declare that the Palestinian people are not alone, says a declaration that calls to "defend life against the massacre". The proclamation adds groups of the Lgbtiq+ community and affirms that "the Palestinian cause is also a feminist one". | The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women honors the sisters Patria, Minerva and Maria…
(2023-11-25). Complete and Utter Carnage. counterpunch.org
(2023-11-25). Al-Shifa Hosptial, Hamas's Tunnels, And Israeli Propaganda. indybay.org Al-Shifa's Tunnels Were Built by Israel…
(2023-11-25). Saturday 12/2: Report from Chile on the 50th Anniversary of the US AFL-CIO Supported Coup. indybay.org San Jose Peace & Justice Center | 48 S. 7th St. | San Jose, CA 95112…
(2023-11-25). Far-Right Rumors About Stabbing Attack Spur Anti-Migrant Riots in Dublin. truthout.org Irish authorities on Friday condemned a far-right, anti-immigrant faction that rapidly spread rumors about the perpetrator of a violent knife attack in Dublin and ultimately tore through the streets of Ireland's capital Thursday night, setting cars and buses on fire and smashing storefront windows. The country was shocked Thursday by a mid-day stabbing attack on three young children — including a… |
(2023-11-25). Tunnels For Safety And Tunnels For Death. popularresistance.org It's one thing to burrow beneath the ground, digging to construct a tunnel for refuge, a passage of goods, or to store weapons during a time of war. It's quite another for a small child to use one hand to dig their way out of the rubble that has collapsed on them. | Professor Mustafa Abu Sway, a professor based in Jerusalem, spoke sadly of the reality in Gaza where, he told Vatican News, "one child dies every ten minutes." | "It was not the death of a child," he said, "but the survival of one, that made me really very, very sad." He was speaking of a video that had emerged showing a child buried alive under rubbl…
(2023-11-25). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Here Come The Solar Canals. levernews.com Good things are happening! Construction gets underway at one of the first solar canals in the United States, New York files an "unprecedented" lawsuit against PepsiCo for plastic pollution, Florida is blocked from enforcing its ban on drag, and Starbucks workers walk out on the company's flagship sales day.First Solar Canal Breaks Ground: In the sunny, drought-ridden Southwest, some policymakers have been advocating adoption of a new climate technology: covering canals with solar panels. Officials hope this will create renewable energy while also preserving water. Now, in Arizona, the first of these proje…
(2023-11-25). 2023 National Native American Heritage Day – Polo Oo Boat Launch. indybay.org California Pioneers of Pan African Ancestry have a long and cherished relationship with our extended family, A'ho all my relations and embrace Polo Oo as Shingle Springs Miwok Elders partner with the managed lands of California State Parks along today's Lake Natoma.
(2023-11-25). Ukrainian Official Confirms Russia Was Ready to End War in March 2022 If Kyiv Agreed to Neutrality. news.antiwar.com David Arakhamia, a high-ranking member of Volodymyr Zelensky's Servant of the People political party, said that Kyiv could have ended the war with Russia after a month if it agreed not to join NATO. The official said that Moscow was not concerned about other issues, such as "denazification," but only wanted Kyiv to agree to …
(2023-11-25). Osaka Minato Godo Shoichi Metals Branch Strike For Wages & Palestinians & Rally In Tokyo. indybay.org Osaka Minato Godo Shoichi Metals Branch workers went on a one day strike on Monday November 20. 2023 for a wage increase and to defend the Palestinian workers and people from US supported genocide by Israel in Gaza…
(2023-11-25). Explaining the Failure to Properly assess Russia. sonar21.com Kudos to
(2023-11-25). La sombra de Monroe: iniciativa para las Américas y TLCAN. globalizacion.ca Iniciativa para las Américas | El 14 de septiembre de 1990 el presidente George Bush, padre, propone ante el Congreso de Estados Unidos el proyecto de Ley Iniciativa para las Américas, que comprende la creación de un sistema de libre comercio…
(2023-11-25). Il Ministero dell'Intelligenge Israeliano: Deportare I Palestinesi nel Deserto del Sinai | Grandangolo — Pangea. globalresearch.ca Il Ministero dell'Intelligence israeliano — che supervisiona il funzionamento del Mossad e dello Shin Bet (i servizi segreti esterno e interno) sotto la direzione del Primo Ministro — raccomanda il trasferimento forzato e permanente dell'intera popolazione palestinese di Gaza nella …
(2023-11-25). Sunday 11/26: Bay Area Artists for a Free Palestine. indybay.org St John the Evangelist Episcopal Church | 1661 15th Street at Julian…
(2023-11-25). Global Condemnation Of Their Crimes Spells Doom For Zionist Criminals. popularresistance.org In the gray, smoldering rubble of Gaza, hope is elusive. The wails of babies clutched in the arms of staggering, broken, bloody Palestinian civilians are surpassed in volume only by Zionist bombs that shake the earth, level multilevel structures and create scenes so hellish that even vultures probably pass on the chance to feast on a massive banquet of carnage. | The world strains to find even the slightest reason for encouragement, and perhaps the only positive that flows dialectically from a profound negative is that the truth rises from Gaza's ruins more brightly than a thousand suns.
(2023-11-25). New Book Captures Revolutionary Spirit of Latin American Liberation Movements. truthout.org Benjamin Dangl and I had only been out of college for four years when Dangl's first book The Price of Fire: Resource Wars and Social Movements in Bolivia (AK Press, 2007) was published. At our 20-year reunion this past May, Dangl handed me a copy of his hot-off-the-press new book of poems and photographs exploring the pulse of everyday life from his travels as journalist across Latin America and… |
(2023-11-25). Joy and pain at outset of four-day pause and prisoner exchange. electronicintifada.net West Bank crowds thank the resistance as Palestinians in Gaza find their communities in ruins.
(2023-11-25). Israeli October 7 posterchild was killed by Israeli tank, eyewitnesses reveal. thegrayzone.com Eyewitnesses to the October 7 hostage standoff in Kibbutz Be'eri have exposed Israel for misleading the world about the killings of 12-year-old Liel Hetzroni, her family and her neighbors. Update: A video transcript of Yasmin Porat's testimony translated by David Sheen for Electronic Intifada follows this article. In a desperate bid for international sympathy, the Israeli government has sought to stir outrage over the killing of a 12-year-old girl during the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on October 7. "This …
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view. thelancet.com The Review published by Elsa Dent and colleagues1 highlighted malnutrition in older adults and proposed a set of evidence-based interventions for identifying and treating malnutrition. Although mainly from a clinical care perspective, we also appreciate their recommendations on community-level supportive interventions to address this issue. Because a large proportion of older individuals residing in the community are at high risk of malnutrition, community-level supportive interventions need to extend beyond those who receive home-care services or reside in nursing homes.
(2023-11-25). Venezuelan Opposition's Contradictions Regarding Essequibo Dispute. orinocotribune.com Misión Verdad — Nov 24, 2023 | The defense of Venezuelan sovereignty over the Essequibo territory is an issue that should unite all Venezuelans irrespective of their ideological positions. | The Venezuelan government has emphasized the importance of national unity to confront the intentions of US oil corporations that are planning to take over the Essequibo region and exploit its natural resources, using Guyana as a proxy. | Recently, the opposition governor of Cojedes state, Alberto Galíndez, received instructions from the Venezuela Toda campaign and its national coordinator, National Assembly President Jo…
(2023-11-25). Profit-making holiday "Black Friday", interrupted by mass mobilizations calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org Thousands took to the streets across multiple US cities to disrupt Black Friday, the most profitable retail shopping day of the year, to demand a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. | November 24, marked the first day of the four-day humanitarian pause in the enclave. Displaced families have begun to travel back to their homes in the north of Gaza, even as Israeli forces
(2023-11-25). World Report] Maternity care crisis worsening across the USA. thelancet.com Three maternity units have closed in Alabama, contributing to a long-standing trend leaving the USA with the highest maternal mortality among high-income countries. Nayanah Siva reports.
(2023-11-25). Tuesday 11/28: Stop the City of Santa Cruz from Buying Automatic License Plate Readers. indybay.org Council Chambers, Santa Cruz City Hall, 809 Center St, Santa Cruz | The proposal to purchase Automatic License Plate Readers is #15 on the city council consent agenda, and will be heard shortly after 12: 30 PM.
(2023-11-25). I Googled Mia Khalifa. smoothiex12.blogspot.com OK, I admit–I am not a big connoisseur of porn, alright? Like with Stormy Daniels I went to all kinds of seedy sites and "researched" Mia Khalifa's contribution to the field of fine arts. OK. Now, the question… while looking up Gaza videos I stumbled upon this: Is it a good idea to have a "former" porn "actress" as an advocate for Gaza and Palestinians? I know we all live in a completely perverted world, but heroism of such women as Eva Bartlett who risked her life for reporting from Gaza shouldn't be degraded by the opinion of a a gal whose only risk was to be gang banged for a serious sums of money by a bunch…
(2023-11-25). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 49: Four-Day Truce Begins In Gaza. popularresistance.org A planned four-day temporary ceasefire mediated by Qatar began at 7 a.m. on Friday in the Gaza Strip after 48 days of relentless bombardment and fighting. | A first batch of hostages is expected to be released by Hamas and Israel on Friday afternoon, as part of a prisoner exchange deal that is set to see the exchange of 50 Israelis held by Palestinian resistance groups in Gaza since October 7 with 150 Palestinian women and children detained in Israeli prisons. | At 4 p.m. local time, 13 Israeli women and children are scheduled to be taken to the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, then flown back to Israel via heli…
(2023-11-25). Estados Unidos y China escenifican la colaboración. globalizacion.ca Biden trata de relajar su agenda nacional e internacional y Xi aprovecha para exponer al mundo la posición de China. | Nunca conoceremos los detalles de lo hablado y/o acordado en la reunión de San Francisco entre Xi Jinping y Joe…
(2023-11-25). Gaza truce takes effect after 48 days of Israel's genocidal assault. peoplesdispatch.org On the first day of the truce, 39 Palestinian prisoners, mainly women and children, were freed by Israel in return for 24 captives held by the Palestinian resistance groups. Around 200 trucks entered Gaza with humanitarian aid, fuel, and gas…
(2023-11-25). "The British policy on immigration is the most harsh of our lifetimes" peoplesdispatch.org In this interview with Peoples Dispatch, Edward Anderson of Northumbria University, UK, delves into the recent ousting of former British Home Secretary Suella Braverman.
(2023-11-25). Workers hold protests and strikes on global day of action to "Make Amazon Pay" peoplesdispatch.org 
Workers in different parts of the world took to the streets on the 4th global day of action to "Make Amazon Pay" to protest the corporation's anti-worker policies, its role in fueling the climate crisis, and its complicity in the Israeli occupation of Palestine…
(2023-11-25). Abortion still heavily criminalized and regulated across the world, says Amnesty report. peoplesdispatch.org A new report by Amnesty International looks into the different forms of violence that safe abortion providers and advocates around the world are exposed to…
(2023-11-25). Group of 28 babies evacuated from war-torn Gaza arrive in Egypt. presstv.ir A group of 28 premature infants evacuated from the besieged Gaza City arrived in Egypt.
(2023-11-25). London demo calls for lifting of Israeli blockade of Gaza. presstv.ir Demonstrators gathered on World Children's Day in London to demand an end to the Gaza blockade.
(2023-11-25). Aftermath of Israeli airstrikes on Jabalia refugee camp, wounded in hospital. presstv.ir Scenes of devastation could be seen in Jabalia refugee camp following Israeli airstrikes.
(2023-11-25). Thousands of Canadian civil servants go on strike in Quebec. presstv.ir Thousands of school, hospital and social services workers in Canada's Quebec province walk off their jobs.
(2023-11-25). Mexican army deployed after capture of Sinaloa Cartel's alleged security boss. presstv.ir The Mexican Army was deployed on Wednesday (November 22) in the streets of Culiacan after the National Guard captured Nestor Isidro Perez Salas, or "El Nini."
(2023-11-25). Demonstrators clash with riot police after Dublin knife attack. presstv.ir Anti-immigrant protesters clash with riot police in Dublin following a knife attack that injured five people..
(2023-11-25). Hundreds of Australian students in Sydney protest for Palestinians. presstv.ir Hundreds of Australian students skipped class in Sydney to protest for the freedom of Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Hamas chief hails 'political and military victory', thanks Iran. presstv.ir Hamas says the truce agreement was a political victory that was based on the victory of the resistance in the field.
(2023-11-25). Israel Hamas ceasefire agreement. presstv.ir The Palestinian resistance movement, Hamas, says it has agreed to a four day humanitarian truce in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). Israeli troops fire at Gazans returning home, kill two after ceasefire. presstv.ir There are reports of "intense shooting" by Israeli forces east of Khan Younis and Rafah after a four-day ceasefire went into effect on Friday morning.
(2023-11-25). Without US support, Israel couldn't have continued Gaza war: Iran. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian made the remark in an interview with Qatar-based Al Jazeera television network.
(2023-11-25). Turks in Istanbul protest death of civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Istanbul on Friday to protest civilian deaths in the Gaza Strip and express support for the Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Islamic Jihad warns of 'response' in case of Israel's truce violation. presstv.ir A spokesman for the military wing of the Islamic Jihad has underscored the Palestinian resistance movement's commitment to a fresh truce deal in Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Hamas chief: Palestinians forced Israel for ceasefire. presstv.ir Haniyeh said the resistance managed to thwart Israel's plan to get back its captives through genocide.
(2023-11-25). Pro-Palestine rallies held across world as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Thousands of people rallied across the world on Friday to voice their unfaltering support for Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, on the first day of a truce after some 50 days of brutal Israeli war on the besieged territory.
(2023-11-25). Barcelona city suspends relations with Israel over Gaza war. presstv.ir Barcelona City Council has suspended the city's relations with the Israel regime as long as the latter sustains its ongoing hugely deadly war against Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Facebook greenlit ads calling for 'holocaust' against Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Facebook approves advertisements sent experimentally to the social network, including some containing demands for "holocaust for the Palestinians."
(2023-11-25). Pro-Palestine rallies continue as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine protesters hold more rallies in Sydney and New York in solidarity with people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). US ex-cop convicted in George Floyd's death stabbed in prison. presstv.ir Former US police officer Derek Chauvin who was convicted of killing George Floyd has been stabbed by another inmate in prison and seriously injured…
(2023-11-25). Iran's top rights official: Criminal Israeli leaders must stand trial. presstv.ir Iran's top human rights official says criminal Israeli authorities must be brought to trial for their atrocities against Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Italy: Journalists demand freedom of information on Gaza. presstv.ir Italian journalists are calling for freedom of information in the Gaza Strip contending that it has become impossible to cover the ongoing situation.
(2023-11-25). Resistance leader: US not seeking to leave Iraq, threatening government. presstv.ir The leader of an Iraqi resistance group says the American occupation forces have no intention of leaving the Arab country and justify their illegal presence under the pretext of fighting the now-defunct Takfiri Daesh terrorist group.
(2023-11-25). Spain blasts Israeli accusations after criticizing Gaza genocide. presstv.ir Spain has slammed Israel for "terror" accusations against Madrid, calling them false and out of place.
(2023-11-25). People march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in London. presstv.ir People take to the streets of London to march in support of Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Israel failed to achieve goals in Gaza war: Hamas official. presstv.ir Khaled Meshaal, head of Hamas' office in the diaspora, says the Israeli regime was unable to reach its goals after 48 days of its onslaught against the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). Argentina: La anomalía salvaje. indybay.org Argentina: La anomalía salvaje | 14 millones votaron para que llegue a dominar la motosierra ultraneolliberal: anarcocapitalismo…
(2023-11-25). Carta de una mujer mapuche a una mujer palestina. indybay.org
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: Emeryville: Black Friday Rally and Protest. indybay.org Shellmound St. & Ohlone Way, Emeryville…
(2023-11-25). Estonia notifies WHO that it rejects the Pandemic Treaty and amendments to International Health Regulations. expose-news.com On 22 November, 11 Members of the Estonian Parliament wrote a letter to the World Health Organisation ("WHO") to reject the proposed international agreement on pandemic prevention preparedness and response — also …
(2023-11-25). Slovakia will not be entering into any international pandemic agreements with WHO, Prime Minister says. expose-news.com During a SMER party conference, Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico declared that his government will not sign the World Health Organisation's Pandemic Treaty and SMER Members of Parliament will not ratify in …
(2023-11-25). Baltimore Joins Over 100 US Cities In Endorsement Of Medicare For All. popularresistance.org Baltimore has officially joined the growing list of over 100 U.S. municipalities advocating for a nationwide Medicare for All healthcare system. This significant endorsement, led by Democratic City Councilmembers Kristerfer Burnett and Odette Ramos, aligns Baltimore with major cities like Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Los Angeles in supporting a federally funded universal healthcare program. | Burnett expressed gratitude to advocates who have been instrumental in advancing these resolutions nationwide, highlighting the importance of accessible healthcare for thriving communities. Rev. Alvin C. Hathaway Sr., a…
(2023-11-25). Perinatal Healthcare Workers in Santa Cruz County Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza. indybay.org Campesina Womb Justice, a mutual aid project for womb justice and healing for indigenous campesinas in Santa Cruz County, has released a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Stanford Students Rise Up as Japan's Kishida, S Korea's Yoon Speak on Campus Pt II. indybay.org Loud drumming, shaman-inspired dancing, chanting, and student speeches arose on the Stanford University campus on November 17th when a coalition gathered to protest outside the Hoover Institution. President Yoon of the Republic of Korea (ROK/South Korea) and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan were speaking there at a joint event celebrating increasing military and economic alliances amongst the US, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. | photos via @saaacofficial and @raging_grannies (instagram)…
(2023-11-25). Protests Continue in Panama Against Controversial Mining Contract. orinocotribune.com Panama is facing a wave of protests as the Supreme Court of Justice (CSJ) of Panama analyzes the constitutionality of the controversial contract between the Panamanian State and a Canadian mining company. The protests are the largest in decades and they have already caused millions of dollars of economic losses. | For days, groups of demonstrators have been camping out in front of the CSJ to pressure the magistrates to rule in favor of society and end the crisis. | Los centros regionales y las extensiones de la Universidad de Panamá manifestaron su desacuerdo con el contrato minero. | Al igual que la marcha unive…
(2023-11-25). Building Less Parking Space Helps Us Fight Climate Change and the Housing Crisis. truthout.org In the beginning, parking lots were created to curb chaos on the road. But climate change has turned that dynamic on its head. Since the 1920s a little-known policy called parking minimums has shaped a large facet of American life. In major cities, this meant that any type of building — apartments, banks, or shopping malls — needed to reserve a certain amount of parking spaces to accommodate… |
(2023-11-25). Stop Cop City: Nationwide Subsidiary Attacked in Walnut Creek. indybay.org This bit of news comes to us courtesy of Scenes from the Atlanta Forest, a website covering the movement to Stop Cop City.
(2023-11-25). Monday 12/11: Teaching (Beyond) Crisis: Black Ecologies and Critical Hope. indybay.org Virtual event, register here: ucsc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P5GKNY-JT0GRysaJOK6fxw#/registration…
(2023-11-25). Hamas Praises Contributions of China, Russia, and Arab Countries in Gaza Truce (+Prisoner Exchange). orinocotribune.com The political leader of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, highlighted the efforts of several Arab countries, as well as Russia and China, behind the truce in Gaza Strip. | "We reaffirm the importance of the efforts of Arab and Islamic countries, as well as friendly states like Russia and China, to help our people fulfill their aspirations for freedom, return, and independence," Haniyeh said on Friday, November 24, in a short video posted on social media. | The Hamas leader also thanked Egypt and Qatar for their mediation efforts in the truce agreement, underlining the Palestinian movement…
(2023-11-25). 39 Palestinian prisoners in first day of exchange achieved by Palestinian Resistance. samidoun.net 
On Friday, 24 November, with the start of the four-day "humanitarian pause" in the ongoing Zionist genocide on Gaza, the Palestinian Resistance extracted the liberation of women and children prisoners jailed by the Israeli occupation. Today, 39 prisoners were released in exchange for a group of Israelis detained by the Palestinian resistance in Gaza; each …
(2023-11-25). Free the Holy Land Five: 15 years of imprisonment — freedom cannot wait! samidoun.net 
On 24 November 2023, we mourn the martyrs of Gaza as we honour and welcome 39 freed Palestinian prisoners, the first prisoners liberated through a prisoner exchange with the Palestinian resistance since the Wafaa al-Ahrar exchange in 2011. On this date, we also mark the 15th year of imprisonment for Shukri Abu Baker, Ghassan Elashi …
(2023-11-25). World Report] Health at COP28: three things to watch for. thelancet.com The 28th UN climate change conference will see declarations related to health and humanitarian crises, as well as an assessment of progress on the Paris Agreement. Talha Burki reports.
(2023-11-25). Can Jordan's treaty with Israel survive the Gaza genocide? electronicintifada.net Amman says treaty with Israel will become "a document collecting dust" if Palestinians are forcibly displaced.
(2023-11-25). For Palestinians in Gaza, a Temporary Ceasefire Means Realizing What We've Lost. truthout.org The streets were suddenly flooded. People could now inspect the destroyed buildings in Khan Younis, in Nuseirat, in Deir al-Balah, and other cities in the south, able to venture farther away from their shelters to bring supplies for their families. Above all, they could now check in on the members of their family who were still alive, with whom contact had been severed throughout the war. |
(2023-11-25). Realizan marchas en Irán, Yemen y Qatar en apoyo a Palestina. telesurtv.net En Doha, Qatar, miles de personas con banderas y grandes carteles, expresaron con consignas su solidaridad con Gaza y en contra del genocidio.
(2023-11-25). Milei incluye ministros macristas en futuro Gabinete argentino. telesurtv.net Patricia Bullrich, la otrora adversaria del presidente electo (a la que acusó de poner bombas en jardines de infantes), se hará cargo el Ministerio de Seguridad.
(2023-11-25). Frustran plan sionista de impedir cantar a Roger Waters en Chile. telesurtv.net La maniobra legal sionista fue denunciada por artistas chilenos, pues el recurso "retrotraía a los tiempos oscuros de la dictadura de Augusto Pinochet".
(2023-11-25). España evalúa posible reconocimiento a Palestina como Estado. telesurtv.net Pedro Sánchez afirmó que, si la Unión Europea no reconoce a Palestina como Estado, España "adoptará su propia decisión".
(2023-11-25). Honduras rechaza ley antinmigrante aprobada por Texas, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Según Tegucigalpa, la ley que impulsa la deportación de migrantes "pondría en entredicho las normas internacionales".
(2023-11-25). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-25). Más de 4.050 mujeres fueron víctimas de feminicidio en Latinoamérica en 2022. telesurtv.net El Observatorio, una iniciativa de la Comisión Económica para América Latina y el Caribe (CEPAL), especificó que esos crímenes ocurrieron en 26 países y territorios de la región que reportaron información.
(2023-11-25). Colombia anuncia diálogo con el ELN para el 30 de noviembre. telesurtv.net La Delegación de Paz del Gobierno explicó que dedicarán su esfuerzo para "superar la crisis por la que atraviesa el proceso de diálogos generada por el secuestro del señor Luis Manuel Díaz".
(2023-11-25). Qatar confirma intercambio de rehenes entre Israel y Gaza. telesurtv.net Hamas aseguró que liberará a 13 israelíes y siete extranjeros a cambio de 39 palestinos secuestrados en el segundo día de una tregua de cuatro días.
(2023-11-25). Hamas retrasa entrega de rehenes hasta que Israel cumpla los acuerdos. telesurtv.net Hamas añadió que la liberación de rehenes se retrasaría si Israel no cumple los términos acordados para la liberación de palestinos secuestrados.
(2023-11-25). Reeligen al presidente Andry Rajoelina en Madagascar. telesurtv.net El presidente saliente de Madagascar, Andry Rajoelina, gana por mayoría absoluta las elecciones del pasado día 16 que boicoteó gran parte de la oposición.
(2023-11-25). Al menos 11 muertos deja incendio en centro comercial de Pakistán. telesurtv.net La agencia de noticias paquistaní Geo News dijo que el incendio comenzó temprano en la mañana en el centro comercial de varios pisos RJ en la ciudad más poblada de Pakistán.
(2023-11-25). Chile envía ayuda a Bolivia para contrarrestar incendios. telesurtv.net Esta donación se suma al apoyo internacional que han brindado Venezuela y Francia para ayudar a extinguir las llamas que continúan azotando zonas del país.
(2023-11-25). Fiscalía formula cargos por presunta corrupción organizada en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La Fiscalía formuló cargos por presunta delincuencia organizada en contra del cuñado del expresidente ecuatoriano Guillermo Lasso, Danilo Carrera.
(2023-11-25). PMA: 2,2 millones de personas necesitan ayuda alimentaria en Gaza. telesurtv.net El ente internacional alertó que "los sistemas alimentarios están colapsando en Gaza".
(2023-11-25). teleSUR rinde homenaje a periodistas asesinados en Palestina. telesurtv.net Desde el pasado 7 de octubre hasta el momento, se han reportado unos 60 periodistas asesinados, en algunos casos junto con sus familias.
(2023-11-25). Eterno Diego: A tres años de la partida de Maradona. telesurtv.net El eterno "pelusa" siempre estará presente en cada corazón de los amantes del deporte rey.
(2023-11-25). 42 reos palestinos y 14 rehenes israelíes serán liberados el sábado. telesurtv.net El intercambio se realizará en el marco del alto al fuego pactado entre Israel y Hamás.
(2023-11-25). CNE está preparado para el referéndum sobre el Esequibo. telesurtv.net El Consejo Nacional Electoral de Venezuela aseguró que tiene el 75% de cronograma para la consulta popular listo.
(2023-11-25). Paraguay superó los diez mil casos confirmados de dengue. telesurtv.net Las autoridades sanitarias confirmaron más de 20 muertes en lo que va de 2023.
(2023-11-25). Rusia envía ayuda humanitaria a Gaza. telesurtv.net La ayuda humanitaria consiste en 15 toneladas de suministros que incluyen alimentos para bebés, artículos de higiene, sábanas, cobijas y sacos de dormir.
(2023-11-25). Suspenden al fiscal anticorrupción de Perú. telesurtv.net Autoridad Nacional de Control del Ministerio Público que el fiscal Rafael Vela cometió una presunta infracción administrativa grave.
(2023-11-25). Francia envía bomberos a enfrentar incendios forestales en Bolivia. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Exteriores francés expresó su plena solidaridad con el pueblo y las autoridades bolivianas ante los incendios forestales.
(2023-11-25). Gobierno de Colombia destina presupuesto a sector educativo. telesurtv.net El presupuesto supera los 70 billones de pesos para garantizar que todas las necesidades del sector se puedan cumplir.
(2023-11-25). Más de 2.000 migrantes murieron en el Mediterráneo en lo que va de año. telesurtv.net Según la OIM, la cifra es mayor que la registrada en 2022, donde se contabilizaron 2.411 muertos, siendo el 2023 el año más mortífero desde el 2018.
(2023-11-25). Registran sismo de magnitud 5,4 en Baja California Sur, México. telesurtv.net El seísmo se produjo a las 13H26 (hora local), a una profundidad de diez kilómetros.
(2023-11-25). Apuñalan en prisión a expolicía condenado por muerte de George Floyd. telesurtv.net Según versiones de algunos testigos, los empleados de la cárcel intervinieron en el incidente y aplicaron medidas de salvamento antes de que el recluso agredido fuera llevado al hospital.
(2023-11-25). México suspende cuarentena por casos de gripe aviar en Sonora. telesurtv.net Tras finalizar la cuarentena, la Sader emprendió un proceso de vacunación de emergencia en zonas estratégicas.
(2023-11-25). Perú logra mejor actuación histórica en Juegos Parapanamericanos. telesurtv.net A pesar de haber superado su récord histórico en cuanto a cantidad de medallas, todavía la anterior cita parapanamericana arrojó más títulos dorados que la actual actuación.
(2023-11-25). Presidente cubano se reúne con representante de Derechos Humanos. telesurtv.net El encuentro coincidió con la celebración en La Habana, en la misma jornada, del IV Diálogo de Derechos Humanos entre Cuba y la Unión Europea.
(2023-11-25). Fidel Castro visto a través de quienes lo conocieron. telesurtv.net El Comandante en Jefe se convirtió en una de las figuras políticas más importantes de la región de todos los tiempos.
(2023-11-25). Envían 61 camiones con ayuda humanitaria a Gaza. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento, sólo han cruzado la frontera con Egipto 196 camiones con ayuda humanitaria.
(2023-11-25). Inundaciones dejan 70 muertos en Kenia y 96 en Somalia. telesurtv.net En Kenia, unas 36.160 familias se vieron desplazadas; mientras en Somalia 649.000 personas han debido abandonar sus hogares.
(2023-11-25). Misión de ONU denuncia ataque israelí a su patrulla en Líbano. telesurtv.net La Unifil explicó que el ataque ocurrió alrededor de las 12H00 (hora local) del sábado.
(2023-11-25). Calls for Israel Boycotts, Ceasefire Disrupt Black Friday Shoppers. unicornriot.ninja 
(2023-11-25). Minneapolis City Councilors Reject Recruitment Deal With Cops, Accuse Mayor Frey of Fear Tactics. unicornriot.ninja 
(2023-11-25). Una nueva actitud en el mundo pondrá fin a la doctrina Monroe global. globalizacion.ca 
Cada día desde el 7 de octubre se ha sentido como un Día Internacional de Solidaridad con el Pueblo Palestino, con cientos de miles de personas reunidas en Estambul, un millón en Yakarta, y luego otro millón en àÅfrica y …
(2023-11-25). Defend Berlin's Oyoun cultural centre! No to censorship of war opponents! wsws.org The Berlin Senate (State Executive) wants to illegally shut down the Oyoun cultural centre by the end of the year because it has provided meeting space for Jewish Voices for Peace and socialists opposing war.
(2023-11-25). Far-right government formed in New Zealand. wsws.org After more than five weeks of talks, the National Party has formed an unstable coalition with far-right parties, which will intensify the assault on the working class and ramp up war preparations.
(2023-11-25). Neo-fascist Wilders wins Dutch general elections. wsws.org Protests against Wilders broke out in Utrecht and Amsterdam after an election campaign dominated by vicious appeals to anti-immigrant hatred by all of the major parties.
(2023-11-25). Australian high school students ferociously attacked for protesting Gaza genocide. wsws.org The venomous attacks on students because of their opposition to war crimes underscores the far right-wing character of the Australian political and media establishment's line-up behind the Gaza genocide.
(2023-11-25). Hundreds of Sydney school students strike against the genocide in Gaza. wsws.org "Clearly there is a war occurring, people are dying, and we have to do something. We can't just stand back."
(2023-11-25). The "No to Wars" demonstration: A cover for the war policy of the German government. wsws.org The national "No to Wars" demonstration taking place in Berlin on Saturday is a cynical attempt to push the growing opposition to the NATO war in Ukraine and the genocide in Gaza into a dead end.
(2023-11-25). Workers Struggles: Asia and Australia. wsws.org Minibus drivers stop work across the Philippines; Pakistani nurses strike over four months of unpaid wages; Sri Lankan workers oppose privatisation; Australian paramedics demand 20 percent pay rise.
(2023-11-25). Sri Lankan SEP/IYSSE meeting calls on working class to intervene to stop Israel's genocide in Gaza. wsws.org The Colombo meeting is a part of a series of meetings in Sri Lanka, as well as around the world by the International Committee of the Fourth International (ICFI), to build an international anti-war movement of the working class based on socialist policies.
(2023-11-25). New surge in New Zealand COVID-19 cases and deaths. wsws.org The ruling class is responding to the pandemic by covering up the ongoing crisis while preparing escalating attacks on the public health system as part of a wider assault on the working class.
(2023-11-25). Victimized Stellantis temp worker speaks on lessons of 2023 contract struggle. wsws.org A young temp worker at Mack Assembly in Detroit speaks about the 2023 contract and the continuing attack on temp workers.
(2023-11-25). SAG-AFTRA releases full tentative agreement, amidst growing distrust, criticism. wsws.org Voting on the contract began prior to the union's membership having a chance to examine its contents. SAG-AFTRA declared the strike "over" before the ratification process began. The agreement betrays actors' interests all along the line and should be rejected.
(2023-11-25). Study finds that SARS-CoV-2 can shut down mitochondria, the cellular "power plants" wsws.org The study's authors conjecture that ongoing inhibition of the mitochondria after infection might also play a role in the symptoms of Long COVID, especially general fatigue and malaise.
(2023-11-25). Australian Committee for Public Education campaigns against Israeli genocide in Gaza. wsws.org "This meeting of educators condemns the genocide being perpetrated against the Palestinian people by the Zionist State of Israel and its imperialist backers the US and others."
(2023-11-25). The election of Milei and the breakdown of Peronism and bourgeois democracy in Argentina. wsws.org The most important question raised by the Argentine elections is why mass outrage over conditions imposed by capitalism led to the election of the profit system's most extreme right-wing defenders.
(2023-11-25). Health crisis in Gaza intensifies as Israel deepens its genocidal attack. wsws.org The healthcare system in northern Gaza is near complete collapse as the humanitarian crisis continues to escalate.
(2023-11-25). Legal challenge to Australian government's new laws to impose inhuman conditions on released refugees. wsws.org The court challenge underscores the readiness of the ruling political establishment to override even the extremely limited protections of legal and democratic rights in the 1901 Constitution.
(2023-11-26). CAA final draft likely to be ready by Mar 30, 2024: Union min. muslimmirror.com Kolkata : Union Minister of State for Home Ajay Mishra on Sunday said that the final draft of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act or CAA is expected to be ready by March 30 next year. The BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh, while addressing a gathering of the Matua community at Thakurnagar in North 24 Parganas district, …
(2023-11-26). NC sacrificed for tricolour when others were selling 'Azadi' dreams: Omar. muslimmirror.com Srinagar : National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Sunday asserted that his party has always held the national flag high and rendered sacrifices to safeguard it when others were "selling dreams of Azadi" to the people of J-K and pushing arms into the hands of the youths. "No one has any objection to someone hoisting …
(2023-11-26). BJP denying contribution of Muslims in freedom struggle: Tejashwi Yadav. muslimmirror.com Patna: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday launched a blistering attack on the BJP government at the Centre, accusing it of denying contribution of Muslims in the freedom struggle in a bid to communally polarise the society. The RJD leader was addressing a symposium organised by his party here in the memory of …
(2023-11-26). Gaza- A graveyard of more than 5,500 children. muslimmirror.com By Asad Mirza The World Children's Day, on 20th November this year, was observed during the Israel's war on Gaza, in which an estimated 5,500 children have been killed. International humanitarian agencies are concerned about the unfolding tragedy but it looks as if the international community is sleeping and not bothered about taking any concrete action …
(2023-11-26). Israeli army says it will resume attacks on Gaza right after pause ends. muslimmirror.com JERUSALEM, Palestine : Israel's military chief said on Saturday that Israeli forces will resume attacks on the Gaza Strip immediately after the temporary humanitarian pause with Hamas ends. "We will immediately return to maneuver in Gaza, eradicate Hamas and exert significant pressure to release most of the hostages held in Gaza," the Israeli Broadcasting Corporation …
(2023-11-25). Surprise attack by Hamas brought Palestine issue back on focus, say experts. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : The surprise attack on Israel by Hamas and the retaliatory strike on the Gaza Strip stirred the hornet's nest and has brought the Palestine issue back on focus, former Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar said during a discussion on the issue here. During the discussion at the Indian Women Press Corps' on Friday …
(2023-11-25). UP: Meat shops to remain shut as Yogi govt declares 'No Non-Veg Day'. muslimmirror.com Lucknow : On the birth anniversary of Sadhu Thanwardas Lilaram Vaswani, the Uttar Pradesh government has declared a 'no non-veg day' on Saturday. The Uttar Pradesh government ordered all slaughterhouses and meat shops to remain closed on Saturday, on the birth anniversary of Sadhu Thanwardas Lilaram Vaswani, who advocated for a vegetarian lifestyle. A circular …
(2023-11-25). Tensions erupt in Kathmandu as thousands rally for 'Hindu Rashtra'. muslimmirror.com Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered in the heart of Kathmandu on Thursday, advocating for the reinstatement of the monarchy and the return of Nepal to its former status as a Hindu state. Aligned with the "citizen's movement to protect the nation, nationalism, religion, and culture," protesters, waving national flags, voiced their support for ex-King …
(2023-11-25). Israeli army withdraws from Gaza's largest hospital. muslimmirror.com Gaza : The Israeli army withdrew on Friday from the Al Shifa Hospital in Gaza after raiding the premises for over a week, a Palestinian security source said. The source, who requires anonymity, told Xinhua news agency that "the Israeli forces detonated facilities within the complex before their withdrawal, including power generators, oxygen pumps, and …
(2023-11-26). CHRISTMAS ALERT: Kiddie Bouncy and Squeaky Plastic Toys Sold in Local Markets Contain Toxic Chemicals. pressenza.com 
With Christmas fast approaching and shoppers gearing up for their gift-giving, safe toy advocate BAN Toxics issued a warning to the public concerning the sale of bouncy (also known as inflatable hoppers) and squeaky plastic toys that might contain toxic chemicals. Chlorinated paraffins are widely used in various plastics, especially in children's toys, and pose severe health risks. They have been linked to liver and kidney damage, disruptions in the endocrine system, potential cancer risks, developmental brain impairments, and threats to reproductive health. | Recent market surveillance conducted by BT Patrollers…
(2023-11-26). West votes against democracy, human rights, cultural diversity at UN; promotes mercenaries, sanctions. geopoliticaleconomy.com The West consistently voted against the rest of the world on United Nations General Assembly resolutions, opposing democracy, human rights, and cultural diversity, while supporting mercenaries and unilateral coercive measures (sanctions).
(2023-11-26). (W. E. Talk) Western Individualism and Eastern Collectivism from a Transcultural Perspective. ecns.cn
(2023-11-26). Iran's top rights official: Criminal Israeli leaders must stand trial. presstv.ir Iran's top human rights official says criminal Israeli authorities must be brought to trial for their atrocities against Palestinians.
(2023-11-26). High-ranking Climate Scientists Rebel against the IPPC. pressenza.com It's 35 years since the formation of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) "to advance scientific knowledge about climate change caused by human activities." Subsequently, COP21 at Paris '15 warned the world not to exceed 1.5 ∞C, and worst case, not to exceed 2.0 ∞C above pre-industrial or risk lasting damage to crucial life-supporting ecosystems, ultimately leading to some level of an extinction event. | Following three decades of IPCC failures to convince nations/states to make a dent in greenhouse gas emissions, which increase more and more each year, a high-ranking group of rebellio…
(2023-11-26). Fuerzas de ocupación israelíes asesinan a un agricultor en Gaza. telesurtv.net En las últimas horas también se reportaron varios asesinatos en la ocupada Cisjordania a manos del ejército de Israel.
(2023-11-26). Corea del Norte acude a las urnas para elegir autoridades locales. telesurtv.net Hasta el mediodía, el 47,8% de los votantes había participado en las elecciones locales para elegir nuevos diputados para las asambleas locales de provincias, ciudades y condados de todo el país.
(2023-11-26). China, Japón y Corea del Sur buscan reanudar su cooperación. telesurtv.net China instó a los tres países a hacer más para desempeñar un papel activo en la promoción del desarrollo regional y global, dados los cambios acelerados no vistos en un siglo y la lenta recuperación económica.
(2023-11-26). Niña irlandesa liberada por Hamas había sido dada por muerta por Israel. telesurtv.net Israel inicialmente afirmó que encontraron el cadáver de Emily Hand, pero 30 días después dijeron que estaba viva. Hoy regresó con su familia.
(2023-11-26). Muere una persona tras naufragio de carguero en costas griegas. telesurtv.net El Raptor, que se dirigía de Alejandría a Estambul y transportaba 6.000 toneladas de sal, informó de un problema mecánico antes de desaparecer frente a Lesbos.
(2023-11-26). Aumenta a 24 cifra de drones ucranianos derribados por Rusia. telesurtv.net Los sistemas de defensa aérea destruyeron drones sobre las regiones de Moscú, Tula, Kaluga, Briansk y Smolensk, informa el Ministerio de Defensa…
(2023-11-26). Sierra Leona declara toque de queda tras ataque a cuarteles. telesurtv.net En un comunicado del Gobierno afirmó este domingo que las fuerzas de seguridad tenían el control de la situación.
(2023-11-26). Agresión israelí deja inoperativo el Aeropuerto Internacional de Damasco. telesurtv.net Las defensas antiaéreas sirias respondieron de inmediato al ataque y lograron derribar la mayoría de los misiles israelíes.
(2023-11-26). Asciende a 3.200 cifra de detenidos en Gaza y Cisjordania. telesurtv.net El ejército israelí ha arrojado 40.000 toneladas de explosivos en la Franja de Gaza desde el 7 de octubre.
(2023-11-26). Eliminan varios drones ucranianos en territorio ruso. telesurtv.net Rusia interceptó el domingo 11 drones que sobrevolaban en Moscú, Tula, Kaula y Briansk.
(2023-11-26). Panamá supera los 12.000 casos confirmados de dengue. telesurtv.net Las regiones panameñas con más casos de dengue confirmados son Bocas del Toro, Colón, la región metropolitana de Panamá y Chiriquí.
(2023-11-26). Choques armados provocan más de 1.400 desplazados en Colombia. telesurtv.net El Defensor del Pueblo de Colombia señaló que más de 550 familias han sido desplazadas a causa del aumento de la violencia en zonar rurales del departamento de Bolívar.
(2023-11-26). Contraloría guatemalteca denuncia a miembros de TSE por fraude. telesurtv.net La Contraloría señaló que la denuncia se deriva de un proceso de auditoría que arrojó la necesidad de investigar a fondo el proceso de compra de los equipos informáticos del TSE.
(2023-11-26). Huracán Otis establece varios récords en su paso por México. telesurtv.net Otis se convirtió en el cuarto ciclón tropical en exhibir los vientos más rápidos de la historia a nivel mundial y el segundo con los vientos de mayor velocidad en todo el continente americano.
(2023-11-26). Asesinan a firmante del Acuerdo de Paz en Bolívar, Colombia. telesurtv.net Indepaz señaló que en el ataque también falleció un familiar del excombatiente de las FARC identificado como Luis Navarro.
(2023-11-26). Resistencia palestina libera a 13 rehenes según lo acordado con Israel. telesurtv.net En el tercer día de cuatro, de la tregua pactada entre las parte enfrentadas, Israel entregó a 39 palestinos secuestrados.
(2023-11-26). China backs Uganda on UN Security Council reforms. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The People's Republic of China pledged unconditional support to Uganda's push for sweeping reforms at the United Nations Security Council, commended Uganda's government for safeguarding African solidarity, and castigated external interference and politics of bullying. The Deputy Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress of China, H.E. …
(2023-11-26). Court throws out Mabirizi application in Kenya-Uganda maize, poultry ban. independent.co.ug 
Arusha, Tanzania | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Court of Justice has validated the defence by the government of Kenya in a case in which lawyer Male Mabirizi is challenging a ban on maize and poultry products from Uganda. Mabirizi sued the Kenyan government on March 11, 2021, challenging directives issued on January 14, 2021, …
(2023-11-26). Excitement builds as Ker Alur football finale nears. independent.co.ug 
Pakwach, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the 6th edition of the Ker Alur football competition hurtles towards its grand finale on Nov. 30, the counties of Jonam, Padyere, and Okoro find themselves in a heated battle for the coveted prize of Shs 4 million. Ker Alur, in collaboration with its leading partner for 2023, MTN-Uganda, …
(2023-11-26). Hamas says 2nd group of Israeli, foreign hostages handed over to Red Cross. independent.co.ug 
Jerusalem, Israel | Xinhua | The Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) said in a statement late Saturday that it had handed over the second group of Israeli and foreign hostages to the Red Cross. A total of 17 hostages, including 13 Israelis and four Thais, have crossed into Egypt and are on their way to …
(2023-11-26). Justice leaders gather to enhance service delivery. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On Tuesday, the Principal Judge, Dr Flavian Zeija, chaired the Criminal Justice Stakeholder meeting at the Judiciary Headquarters, Kampala. Principal Judge Dr. Flavian Zeija chaired the meeting at Judiciary Headquarters. The purpose of the meeting was to review the progress of the Daily Hearings initiative and how it is taking …
(2023-11-26). KCCA officials grilled over Lugogo Forest Mall. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a contentious session before the Parliamentary Physical Infrastructure Committee, KCCA officials, led by Kampala minister Kabuye Kyofatogabye and Deputy Executive Director David Luyimbazi, found themselves under intense scrutiny for the unauthorized extension of Lugogo Forest Mall. Legislators pointed to alleged double standards in dealing with illegal structures and raised …
(2023-11-26). King Oyo Praised for boosting Uganda's Tourism Sector. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Key players in the Tourism sector appreciated Tooro King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru for his visionary leadership which has led to several developmental reforms. Among these is the documentary "Rwenzori Source of Life" scheduled to be launched this Friday at the International University of East Africa (IUEA) in Kampala In …
(2023-11-26). MPs probe disappearance of Uganda's properties in South Africa. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee launched an investigation into the alleged disappearance of land titles for Uganda's Mission in Pretoria and the Ambassador's official residency. Both current and former ambassadors have denied knowledge of having seen these crucial documents during their respective tenures. The probe was initiated after Andrew Nyumba, acting …
(2023-11-26). Museveni meets with delegates from Italy. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni met and held discussions with a delegation from Italy at State House Entebbe on Thursday. Mario Savona, the Deputy Head of Mission and chargè d'affaires ad interim of Italy in Uganda led the delegation. During the meeting, Mr. Savona informed the President that the new Italian …
(2023-11-26). Soroti Fruit Factory starts buying oranges to boost output. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a strategic move to support local farmers and ensure the continuous operation of the Soroti Fruit Factory, management announced an emergency purchase of oranges. The factory is set to buy up to 1 million kilograms of oranges from local farmers as they navigate challenges related to inadequate funding and …
(2023-11-26). Uganda, ILO to implement the second phase of project to end child labour. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MGLSD), Mr. Aggrey David Kibenge has met with a delegation from the International Labour Organization's ACCEL project, during which they discussed the upcoming second phase of the initiative aimed at eradicating child labour in supply chains across Africa. …
(2023-11-26). UWA plan will see rhinos return to Ajai wildlife reserve in 2025. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is planning to reintroduce the Northern White Rhino back to Ajai Wildlife Reserve in 2025. The reintroduction of the white rhinos to Ajai Wildlife Reserve in the Madi Okollo district has been a long-standing demand for the people of West Nile due to its …
(2023-11-26). LEVER WEEKLY: "It Could Cost The United States The Battle For Global AI Dominance." levernews.com
(2023-11-26). Video report: Workers and youth speak to WSWS at rallies in London and Leeds, UK against genocide in Gaza. wsws.org WSWS reporters spoke to some of those attending the rallies in London and Leeds on Saturday November 25 against Israel's genocidal onslaught on Gaza. The video interviews are below.
(2023-11-26). London demonstration demands immediate Gaza ceasefire, not "operational pause" wsws.org Many protesters brought homemade placards condemning the war crimes carried out by the Netanyahu government, with the full backing of the United States, Britain and other imperialist powers.
(2023-11-26). Dublin riots highlight far-right threat in Europe amid deep social crisis. wsws.org Groups of extreme nationalists, white supremacists, religious fundamentalists, anti-vaccine campaigners and COVID denialists come together around opposition to immigration and to a "weak" and "woke" establishment—in fact only magnifying the anti-migrant rhetoric of that same establishment.
(2023-11-25). Ex-Minneapolis cop convicted in George Floyd's killing stabbed in prison. geo.tv 
Derek Chauvin is in stable condition after stabbing as employees promptly "initiated life-saving measures"
(2023-11-25). UK court declares activist bankrupt after losing case against Geo/Jang. geo.tv 
Shah Muhammad told court he owed over £20,000, but could pay only £10 a month…
(2023-11-25). Wife punches husband to death for denying birthday trip to Dubai. geo.tv 
Nikhil Khanna suffered heavy bleeding from impact of his wife's punch and was left unconscious…
(2023-11-25). WATCH: Indians wish IAF best as 'panauti' Modi flies Tejas aircraft. geo.tv 
"Indian Air Force should organise a Hawan and Pooja, the biggest Panauti has arrived," says an X user…
(2023-11-25). Robert Miller: Canada's 'Jeffrey Epstein' raped virgins for $20 Barbies, victims say. geo.tv 
Billionaire businessman Robert Miller,80, allegedly enticed and coerced minor girls into sexual abuse using drugs and alcohol…
(2023-11-25). Jeremy Clarkson opens up on Top Gear's return as show axed. geo.tv 
Hammond was always keen on getting back to work after accident, whereas Freddie isn't, says former host…
(2023-11-25). Gazans hold mass funeral for family members killed in Israeli airstrike. presstv.ir Palestinians bid farewell to 45 members of a family killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). Tens of thousands rally in Lahore in support of Palestine. presstv.ir Tens of thousands gather in Lahore in support of Gaza amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
(2023-11-25). Cuban president leads anti-Israel demo in front of US embassy. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of Cubans have staged a demonstration in front of the US embassy in Havana condemning Israel for committing "genocide" against Palestinians in Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Nakhala says Israel failed to achieve goals as Gaza truce takes effect. presstv.ir Islamic Jihad Secretary General Ziyad Nakhalah has said that Israel failed to achieve its stated goals in the Gaza war as a four-day truce took effect in the besieged territory after seven weeks of massacres.
(2023-11-25). 'Terrorist, apartheid regime': How Israeli general's son describes Israel. presstv.ir American-Israeli activist Miko Peled bitterly criticizes the Tel Aviv regime's policies against Palestinians, describing Israel as a 'terrorist entity' and 'apartheid regime.'
(2023-11-25). Aggression on Gaza to cost Israel $48 billion: Report. presstv.ir A report says Israel's aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip is estimated to cost the occupying regime $48 billion, leaving it highly dependent on bond markets.
(2023-11-25). Iran's Basij volunteer forces hold nationwide rallies in solidarity with Gaza. presstv.ir Some 50,000 Basij members took to the streets in the capital Tehran to voice their solidarity with the Palestinians in the face of the Israeli regime's brutal onslaught on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). 39 Palestinian prisoners released in return for 24 Gaza captives. presstv.ir A total of 39 Palestinian female and child prisoners have been released by the Israeli occupation at Ofer prison in the occupied West Bank.
(2023-11-25). Hamas Praises Contributions of China, Russia, and Arab Countries in Gaza Truce (+Prisoner Exchange). orinocotribune.com The political leader of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, highlighted the efforts of several Arab countries, as well as Russia and China, behind the truce in Gaza Strip. | "We reaffirm the importance of the efforts of Arab and Islamic countries, as well as friendly states like Russia and China, to help our people fulfill their aspirations for freedom, return and independence," Haniyeh said on Friday, November 24, in a short video posted on social media. | The Hamas leader also thanked Egypt and Qatar for their mediation efforts in the truce agreement, underlining the Palestinian movement'
(2023-11-25). Naciones Unidas alerta sobre intensificación de conflicto en Myanmar. telesurtv.net Existen más de dos millones de desplazados en todo el país a consecuencia de los enfrentamientos armados.
(2023-11-25). Envían 61 camiones con ayuda humanitaria a norte de Gaza. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento, sólo han cruzado la frontera con Egipto 196 camiones con ayuda humanitaria.
(2023-11-25). Miles de personas se manifiestan a favor de Palestina en el mundo. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes llenaron las calles de importantes capitales como Londres, París, Berlín, Zagreb y Filipinas.
(2023-11-25). Asesinan a un líder social en Puerto Asís, Putumayo, Colombia. telesurtv.net Luego de salir de su trabajo Elkin Jesús Díaz fue abordado por sujetos desconocidos, "quienes le propiciaron varios impactos con armas de fuego".
(2023-11-25). Cipla records 74% dip in 1H profit amidst transition to new ownership. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Cipla Quality Chemicals Limited has reported a substantial 74% dip in profit after tax to Shs 3.56 billion for the six months ending September 30. The dip is attributed to a significant increase in operating expenses and a shift in the product mix. The company's operating profits also saw a …
(2023-11-25). Gen Katumba commissions rehabilitation of 31km road in Otuke. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Gen. Katumba Wamala, the Works and Transport Minister has commissioned the rehabilitation of 31 kilometers of road in Okwang Town Council, Otuke District. The road, which runs from Baralegi State Lodge to Okwang Town Council through Barjobi to Agweng sub-county in Lira District is in a sorrowful state characterized …
(2023-11-25). Israel receives 1st group of hostages released from Gaza. independent.co.ug 
Jerusalem, Israel | Xinhua | Israel's Shin Bet internal security agency has received the first group of 13 hostages released from the Gaza Strip on Friday, local media reported. After the initial medical assessment, the hostages were returning to Israel, escorted by security forces, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Spokesperson Daniel Hagari said in a statement. …
(2023-11-25). Italy enacts ban on lab-produced meat. independent.co.ug 
Rome, Italy | Xinhua | Italy has become the first country in the world to ban the production, sale and import of cultivated meat — a term derived from the way it is produced by the cultivation of animal cells rather than through the slaughter of animals. The ban also extends to the use of …
(2023-11-25). 'Judiciary will not entertain incompetence'. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Deputy Chief Justice Richard Buteera and Principle Judge Dr. Flavian Nzeija have warned the newly appointed High Court judges against incompetence. They asked those who find the job stressful to quit early enough or face the boot. Closing this week's induction, Justice Buteera singled out late coming to work, …
(2023-11-25). Mak students start fees fundraising drive. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Student leaders at Makerere University led by the Guild President Robert Maseruka have started a campaign to solicit funds and support underprivileged students clear their tuition. Last month, the students launched the campaign dubbed "Save a Makererean" aimed at raising sh1 billion . On Friday, the students organized a …
(2023-11-25). Minister Otafiire orders police to resume construction of housing units. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Internal Affairs Minister Maj Gen Otafiire Kahinda has given the Uganda Police Force a three-month ultimatum to start constructing housing units for junior officers. The Housing Project was initially launched in 2016 by then Inspector General of Police Gen Edward Kale Kayihura with the construction of 10,000 housing units. The project started with the construction …
(2023-11-25). Money lenders asked to follow the law or miss out on licenses. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Money lenders and microfinance institutions have been advised to use legal means to conduct their businesses instead of resorting to the use of force, especially in recovering money. This comes at a time when the small lenders are trying to get to terms with the recent directives by the …
(2023-11-25). No new cars for G77, Non-Aligned Movement summits. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has resolved not to purchase new vehicles for the Non-Aligned Movement — NAM Summit slated for 15 — 20 January 2024 at the Munyonyo Commonwealth Speke Resort due to a lack of funds. However, they will mobilize fleets from across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies — MDAs. …
(2023-11-25). Northern region leaders face challenge of over 80,000 head of cattle not in fenced land. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nearly 80,000 head of cattle in northern Uganda belong to non-compliant migrant cattle keepers. These include cattle keepers who failed to fence off their land and provide water sources and those without adequate land for their animals. This category of people was given three weeks effective November 3, 2023, …
(2023-11-25). Report on African roads. independent.co.ug 
Why Uganda was not on the list for worst roads COVER STORY | THE INDEPENDENT | A new report on the state of roads attributed to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently left Ugandans agitated for a surprising reason; that their country was not named among the top 10 with the worst roads. Part of …
(2023-11-25). The myth of land grabbing. independent.co.ug 
Why the president and chief justice are making a mistake of trying to resolve commercial disputes using ethnic lenses THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | The Chief Justice, Owiny Dollo, was quoted in Daily Monitor raising alarm bells on the problem of "land grabbing" in Acholi region. "I told him," Dollo is quoted to have said …
(2023-11-25). The wars of the new world order. independent.co.ug 
Beyond Gaza and Ukraine a fundamental global geopolitical rebalancing now appears all but inevitable COMMENT | BRAHMA CHELLANEY | The crises, conflicts, and wars that are currently raging highlight just how profoundly the geopolitical landscape has changed in recent years, as great-power rivalries have again become central to international relations. With the wars in Gaza and …
(2023-11-25). Editorial] Drug decriminalisation: grounding policy in evidence. thelancet.com The Global Commission on Drug Policy's latest report, published ahead of World AIDS Day on Dec 1, describes decriminalisation of drug use as an essential precursor to ending HIV and viral hepatitis as public health threats. Since its formation in 2011 by political, economic, and cultural leaders, the Commission has advocated for decriminalisation as part of a rights-based approach to drug policy, rooted in scientific evidence and principles of public health, to minimise the harms arising from drug use.
(2023-11-25). New Mood In The World Will Put An End To The Global Monroe Doctrine. popularresistance.org Every day since 7 October has felt like an International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, with hundreds of thousands gathering in Istanbul, a million in Jakarta, and then yet another million across Africa and Latin America to demand an end to the brutal attack being carried out by Israel (with the collusion of the United States). It is impossible to keep up with the scale and frequency of the protests, which are in turn pushing political parties and governments to clarify their stances on Israel's attack on Palestine. These mass demonstrations have generated three kinds of outcomes.
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Can haemodynamic effects be resumed to systolic arterial pressure? thelancet.com We read with interest the work by The MyTEMP writing committee.1 Considering the key secondary outcome of the study, the authors found that the implementation of an individualised approach to reducing dialysate temperature failed to prevent intradialytic hypotension, defined by a drop of systolic blood pressure.
(2023-11-26). NATO's Proposed "Military Schengen" Is a Thinly Disguised German Power Play Over Poland. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Killer Robots: The Pentagon Is Moving Toward Letting AI Weapons Autonomously Decide to Kill Humans. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Unspoken Objective: Israel Wants to Confiscate Gaza's Offshore Gas Reserves Which Belong to Palestine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Ireland and the Fury of the Cancelled. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Deal with Hamas reveals Israel's difficulties. pressenza.com After insisting that it would not negotiate with Hamas, Israel finally announced that it agreed to participate in a prisoner swap and temporary interruption of fighting. The terms of the agreement were published by By Lucas Leiroz, colum…
(2023-11-26). Are COVID Jab Deaths Being Covered Up? globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Long COVID Propaganda and Fraud: It's Time to Push Back on Lies and Help Those Suffering from Spikeopathy. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Three Presidents Who Made Thanksgiving a National Holiday — And What They Were Thankful For. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). How to Take Down the Billionaires. Form Independent Communities. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Fierce Clashes in Jenin: Death Toll Rises to 7 in West Bank. english.almanar.com.lb 
The city of Jenin in the northern West Bank has become a battleground between Palestinian resistance fighters and Israeli occupation forces. The death toll has now reached 7, with 5 Palestinians martyred in Jenin and its camp, and another young Palestinian man killed in the Psagot settlement. ÿ®ÿߟџşäÿØŸäŸà | ŸÇŸàÿßÿ™ ÿ™ŸàÿßÿµŸÑ ÿπŸÖŸÑŸäÿ™Ÿáÿß &yu…
(2023-11-26). 51 Days of Aggression: Destruction Unveiled as Gaza Sees Third Day of Calm. english.almanar.com.lb 
In the midst of the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Gaza Strip, the aggression has now entered its 51st consecutive day. However, there is a glimmer of hope as the third day of a temporary humanitarian truce brings a brief respite from air strikes. Despite this, the occupation forces continue to violate the ceasefire by …
(2023-11-26). Palestinian Resistance Frees 6 Oldest Female Prisoners and 33 Children in Historic Prisoner Exchange. english.almanar.com.lb 
In a remarkable display of resistance, the Palestinian people welcomed the second group of liberated prisoners as part of a historic exchange deal between Hamas and the Israeli occupation. This batch included six of the oldest female prisoners and 33 children, symbolizing a significant step towards justice and freedom. Defiance and Joy Amidst Oppression Amidst …
(2023-11-26). Hezbollah Executive Council chief Sayyed Hashem Safieddine: So long as the Resistance's weapons are able to strike the Israelis with precision, that means these weapons are protecting Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb 
(2023-11-26). Sheikh Naim Qassem: Abbas Raad's Testimony Embodies Leadership in the Resistance. english.almanar.com.lb 
Deputy Secretary-General of Hezbollah, Sheikh Naim Qassem, praised the testimony of Abbas Muhammad Raad, son of the head of the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, as a shining example of leadership in the resistance movement. Sheikh Qassem emphasized that Raad's testimony represents not only Lebanon's resistance but also that of Palestine and Iran, highlighting the …
(2023-11-26). 'Israel' Gains No Military Achievement in Gaza: Mousavi. english.almanar.com.lb 
The weeks-long Israeli aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip has been described as a "humiliating defeat" for Tel Aviv by Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, the chief commander of the Iranian Army. Speaking at a ceremony in Tehran, Mousavi highlighted how the conflict has exposed the true nature of the US and other supporters of the …
(2023-11-26). Associated Press: The "Central Park" oil tanker, owned by Israeli businessman Eyal Ofer, was seized near the coast of Aden. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-26). Nikki Haley's home state cheers Donald Trump at college football game. geo.tv 
Trump was invited to attend football game between Clemson-South Carolina by Governor Henry McMaster…
(2023-11-26). Kochi university concert: Four dead, dozens injured in south India stampede. geo.tv 
Mishap occurred when a sudden downpour prompted the crowd outside the auditorium to seek cover…
(2023-11-26). Is the US's Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System Broken? globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Contrary to Dominant Folklore, Evidence Indicates that, Like Oswald, John Wilkes Booth Was Part of Wider Conspiracy. covertactionmagazine.com In popular lore, John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of Abraham Lincoln, was the first lone deranged gunman—preceding Lee Harvey Oswald. A stage actor from a famous theatrical family from Maryland and Confederate sympathizer who was as "handsome as a Greek God,"[1] Booth shot Lincoln in the back of the head while Lincoln and his wife, …
(2023-11-26). OpenAI Is Falling Apart: The Dilemma of Ilya Sutskever. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). O regime de Kiev tenta impedir fugas na fronteira da Transcarpátia. globalresearch.ca A Ucrânia está a ter dificuldade em convencer os seus cidadà£os a permanecer no país. De acordo com um relatório recente, os soldados do regime està£o a concentrar os seus esforàßos em impedir que os cidadà£os deixem o território ucraniano …
(2023-11-26). Israeli Ministry of Intelligence: Let's Deport Palestinians to the Sinai Desert. "Erase the Palestinian Territories" globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: GERD is not 'just' heartburn. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common digestive disorders in the world. It happens when acid comes up from the stomach, which is acid-resistant, into the esophagus, which is less acid-resistant. Dr. James East, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London, says GERD may be common, but there can be potentially severe complications if it's ongoing and left untreated. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/zFZETgXW_3U Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 08) is…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: Be careful when carving on Thanksgiving. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Food tends to be the focus on Thanksgiving, but preparing that food is often trickier than many people expect. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic hand surgeon, says far too many people accidentally carve up their hands while trying to carve up the turkey. Dr. Kakar offers these tips to help keep you out of the emergency department this Thanksgiving. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/2KhkklTfV1E Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the…
(2023-11-26). Heart-smart cranberry apple crisp recipe for the holidays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cranberries have become a Thanksgiving dinner staple. How about making a heart-smart cranberry apple crisp this year? Jen Welper, a wellness executive chef with the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, demonstrates how to make a delicious dessert for your Thanksgiving table that is full of fiber, low in fat but rich in flavor. Mayo Clinic News Network photojournalist Kevin Sullivan joined Jen in the kitchen to find out how a few ingredients and 40 minutes can…
(2023-11-26). Consumer Health: What do you know about pancreatic cancer? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about the risk factors for pancreatic cancer and what you can do to keep yourself safe. More than 64,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, and more than 50,000 people will die of the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Pancreatic cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic Q and A: How to diagnose and support someone with post-traumatic stress disorder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm reaching out because I'm in a tough spot. A close friend rode out Hurricane Ian in Florida last year and it seems to me that he's struggling now. He's angry and jumpy, while being numb to what's happening around him. He told me that he's not sleeping well, especially when another hurricane is in the news. Is it possible that he has PTSD from the hurricane? I'm not sure how to…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Pelvic floor during and after pregnancy: What to expect. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm pregnant with my first child, and I've heard a lot about pelvic floor changes during pregnancy and childbirth. I'm a bit worried and curious about what to expect. Can you explain these changes and offer advice on preparing for a healthy pelvic floor after pregnancy? ANSWER: Pregnancy and childbirth are transformative experiences for a woman's body, affecting it in many ways. One of the areas that may be affected is the…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to make healthy holiday food choices. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org During Thanksgiving, food often takes center stage at gatherings of friends and family. The focus is on turkey, pie and all the sides. But it also can challenge healthy eating habits. Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, says that by paying attention to how much you eat and how often, you can make healthy food choices during the holidays. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/nR-biL5MVSw Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 01) is in the downloads at the…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Who should get the latest COVID-19 vaccine? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: The Food and Drug Administration recently approved two new COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna. What are the recommendations for who should get it? ANSWER: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended the 2023-2024 COVID-19 (mRNA) vaccine for everyone 6 months or older. The COVID-19 vaccine is strongly recommended for people who face the highest risk of experiencing complications from the virus. This group includes older people, those with compromised…
(2023-11-26). Four ways organ transplants are being transformed to save more lives. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Despite a record year for organ donation last year in the U.S., an estimated 17 people die every day waiting for a transplant. Yet Mayo Clinic transplant experts are optimistic that solutions to some of the biggest transplant challenges are on the horizon, thanks to new technology, research and innovations. Watch: Dr. Burcin Taner talks about the start of organ transplant practice at Mayo Clinic youtu.be/dLlAdVJjvpg "Our goal is to transform the…
(2023-11-26). 'Dogtor' and doctor return joy to boy with severe epilepsy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Jules and Jason Hunter felt like they were losing their son Calvin to severe epilepsy that caused his motor and communication skills to decline, they turned to Mayo Clinic for a second opinion. A doctor and a "dogtor" — as his nametag says — helped Calvin regain abilities and his smile. Watch: 'Dogtor' and doctor return joy to boy with severe epilepsy youtu.be/KikeEOqJOOI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (2: 41) is in the downloads at the end…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic hospital recognized for surgical quality, outstanding surgical outcomes. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program has recognized Mayo Clinic Hospital — Rochester, Methodist Campus for achieving meritorious outcomes in surgical patient care. This is the fifth time Mayo Clinic Hospital — Rochester, Methodist Campus has been recognized. As a program participant, Mayo Clinic tracks the outcomes of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures to direct quality improvement efforts. The recognition is related to eight surgical outcomes, including: Mortality…
(2023-11-26). At 81, woman is among world's longest-surviving transplant recipients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Charlotte and David Markle in 1965 Mayo recognizes 60 years of transplant innovation Charlotte Markle, 81, is among the world's longest-surviving kidney transplant recipients. Her transplant at Mayo Clinic was over 57 years ago on March 2, 1966. It followed Mayo Clinic's first kidney transplant on Nov. 25, 1963, which was Mayo's first solid organ transplant of any kind. Charlotte is Mayo's longest-surviving transplant recipient. She attributes her place in medical history to her loved…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert shares steps to take to improve fertility. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org LONDON — Conditioning for pregnancy has some things in common with preparing to run a race. Diet, exercise and avoiding unhealthy habits are all important to increase the chances of becoming pregnant, says May Al-Araji, MBChB, a family medicine expert at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London. "In general, we look at lifestyle to start off with," Dr. Al-Araji says. "Are exercise and diet healthy and balanced? Are there any factors that might reduce the ability…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic and Columbia University receive $10.6 million grant from NCI to advance glioblastoma research with mathematical oncology. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center and Columbia University received a five-year, $10.6 million U54 center grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to further study combining the molecular analysis of glioblastoma with MRI. Glioblastoma is a fast-growing and aggressive brain tumor that begins as a growth of cells in the brain or spinal cord. As it grows, it can invade and destroy healthy tissue. There is no cure, but treatments may slow the cancer's growth…
(2023-11-26). Mayo Clinic researchers demonstrate nearly 20% boost in adolescent HPV vaccination rates using comprehensive strategy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers demonstrated a nearly 20% increase in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination rates among adolescents through a combination intervention approach, a new Mayo Clinic study finds. The strategy involved mailing reminders to parents about their child's eligibility for the HPV vaccine and simultaneously giving healthcare providers feedback about successful HPV vaccine administration among the patients they had recently seen. The findings, published in JAMA Pediatrics, suggest healthcare practices could adopt this evidence-based approach to…
(2023-11-26). Pass the turkey — and your family health insights — this Thanksgiving. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Thanksgiving Day is also Family Health History Day, an annual national campaign to promote awareness of hereditary health traits in families. Has your grandmother, mother, aunt or sister had breast or ovarian cancer? Has your grandfather, father or uncle had prostate, breast or pancreatic cancer? Is there a history in your family of colon cancer, diabetes or high cholesterol? If any of these scenarios resonate within your family, you could also be at risk. Many hereditary…
(2023-11-26). Study shows immune molecule may play key role in the progression of ALS. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers and collaborators have identified a protein expressed by immune cells that may play a key role in the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The team also found that an immunomodulatory treatment that blocks the protein was able to restore motor function in preclinical models. The findings suggest that the protein, known as Œ±5 integrin (pronounced alpha 5 integrin), is a potential therapeutic target for ALS. The study was…
(2023-11-26). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo says 'planning, practice, positivity' keys to overcoming holiday stress. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ST. JAMES, Minn. — The holiday season is upon us once again, and we all know how easy it is to get caught up in the stress and chaos of it all. Already demanding lives become even more hectic as Thanksgiving cooking rolls into hectic shopping and then preparation for holiday events. For many people, the result can be overwhelming. "The key here is to get ahead of the stress as much as possible by…
(2023-11-26). Organ Transplant Innovation: Helping more people get the gift of life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Christopher Leslie and his daughter, Olivia, play at a park Mayo Clinic is celebrating 60 years of helping patients receive the gift of life through organ transplants. Over the past six decades, Mayo Clinic has remained at the forefront of research and cutting-edge innovation which is revolutionizing the world of organ transplant. Tens of thousands of people are on organ transplant waiting lists in the US. The wait can take years. There is hope. Innovation…
(2023-11-26). Neonatal Intensive Care Unit celebrates 50 years of caring for Mayo's tiniest patients – including those of a NICU nurse. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Photo by Whitnei Abel Photography. When Connor and Colson Kasper arrived at 32 weeks gestation, their mother, Alli Kasper, was better prepared than most parents for a stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Mayo Clinic: She's the unit's interim nurse manager. Alli Kasper with her sons Connor and Colson. But her role had changed. She was now a mom, not a nurse. And her colleagues recognized that. "Even though I was their colleague, everyone in the…
(2023-11-26). Israel Bombed Civilians on October 7, Deliberately Created Destruction in Order to Justify Its Aggression Against Gaza. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). The WHO Pandemic Treaty and Amendments to the International Health Regulations: Enabling a Global Health Dictatorship. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Bolivian movement in solidarity with Cuba pays honor to Fidel Castro. plenglish.com Cochabamba, Bolivia, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) The Bolivian Movement of Solidarity with Cuba on Sunday reaffirms its strength after an extensive day in which it paid tribute in Cochabamba to the historical leader of the Cuban Revolution Fidel Castro.
(2023-11-26). Cuban farmers focus on more production, less imports. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) Cuba's cooperatives and peasants will sow as many as 470,000 hectares of various crops planned for the cold season, which contributes to reducing food imports, as stated by the National Association of Small Farmers (ANAP).
(2023-11-26). Russia launches Soyuz-2.1b rocket carrying military satellite. plenglish.com "Combat teams of the Aerospace Forces' Space Troops launched a Soyuz-2.1b medium-class carrier rocket with the Defense Ministry's space vehicle from the Defense Ministry's State Testing Cosmodrome (the Plesetsk spaceport) in the Arkhangelsk Region at 11: 58 p.m. (8: 58 p.m. GMT) on Saturday, November 25," the statement reads. | A Soyuz-2.1b carrier rocket was last launched from the Plesetsk space center on October 27, 2023. A total of 67 launches took place as of November 26, 2023, including two failed ones. As many as 41 launches were carried out from the Plesetsk spaceport, 15 from Baikonur and another 11 from Vo…
(2023-11-26). Nov 29: International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. pressenza.com The
(2023-11-26). Unite now to stop #GazaGenocide and start dismantling Israeli apartheid! pressenza.com
(2023-11-26). Israeli troops fire at Gazans returning home, kill two after ceasefire. presstv.ir There are reports of "intense shooting" by Israeli forces east of Khan Younis and Rafah after a four-day ceasefire went into effect on Friday morning.
(2023-11-26). Hundreds of Sri Lankans rally outside US embassy, denounce its support for Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of Sri Lankan protesters gather in front of the US embassy in Colombo to denounce Washington's support for Tel Aviv.
(2023-11-26). UK PM vows crackdown on migrants amid Tory anger over record-high immigration. presstv.ir UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak vows to "clamp down" on immigration as he faces a backlash from senior members of his own party over his weak past performance.
(2023-11-26). Tens of thousands march in Tel Aviv to voice anger against Netanyahu. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of Israelis demonstrate in Tel Aviv to express their anger at prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2023-11-26). Biden moves to lift all restrictions on Israel's access to US weapons stockpile: US media. presstv.ir US President Joe Biden requests the removal of nearly every restriction on Israel's use of the stockpiles of weapons and ammunition stored by the United States in Israel, according to a report.
(2023-11-26). Hezbollah: Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm 'marvelous'; Israel forced to accept ceasefire. presstv.ir A high-ranking official with the Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement calls the Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm a 'marvelous operation", saying its effects will be known soon.
(2023-11-26). Britons march for permanent ceasefire n Gaza. presstv.ir Britons took to the streets of London calling for a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and an end to the Israeli regime's blockade of the territory.
(2023-11-26). Gaza war inflicts 'humiliating defeat' on Israel, reveals 'true nature' of US: Iran Army chief. presstv.ir The chief commander of the Iranian Army says the onslaught on Gaza has inflicted a "humiliating defeat" on Israel and exposed the true face of the regime's supporters.
(2023-11-26). Tens of thousands protest in Italy to condemn violence against women. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of people hold protests across Italy, calling for an end to violence against women after the violent murder of a young student earlier this month.
(2023-11-26). Protesters worldwide call for permanent ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Thousands of protesters across various parts of the world have called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-26). Israeli soldier dedicates bombing of Gaza home as 'birthday gift' to daughter. presstv.ir In a shocking video that has surfaced online, an Israeli regime soldier is seen detonating a residential house in the besieged Gaza Strip as a "birthday gift" to his two-year-old daughter.
(2023-11-26). Health situation in Gaza 'extremely catastrophic': Palestinian official. presstv.ir A senior Palestinian official has described as "extremely catastrophic" the health situation in the Gaza Strip in general, stressing the need for providing the necessary health components.
(2023-11-26). Iran: Resistance battle against Israel will alter 'balance of power in region'. presstv.ir "Al-Aqsa Storm showed Palestine is still the top issue in the world," the spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry said.
(2023-11-26). Gaza ceasefire: Iraq's Kata'ib Hezbollah scales down attacks on US bases. presstv.ir Iraqi resistance forces say attacks on US bases will decline until the end of the ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-26). Israeli oil tanker seized off Yemen, third in a week. presstv.ir An Israeli tanker has been seized off the coast of the Yemeni port city of Aden.
(2023-11-26). Thousands protest in Lyon in solidarity with Palestinian. presstv.ir Thousands of demonstrators joined a pro-Palestine rally in Lyon to demand ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-26). Palestinian killed in Israeli attack in Gaza despite truce deal. presstv.ir Israel is said to have violated the truce deal with Hamas by attacking a refugee camp in central Gaza.
(2023-11-26). 'U.S. accomplice in Israel's crimes, cannot make decisions for people of Gaza'. presstv.ir Iran says as an accomplice in Israel's crimes against Gaza, the US has no right to make decisions for Palestinians in the besieged territory.
(2023-11-26). Unspoken Objective: Israel Wants to Confiscate Gaza's Offshore Gas Reserves Which Belong to Palestine. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). The latest trends in healthcare and other observations. expose-news.com Dr. Vernon Coleman gives us his latest passing observations including the new medical trend of "long" illnesses. Another medical craze to come out of covid is multiple annual "vaccines," all at the …
(2023-11-26). US, China, Israel and others are developing AI killer drones; this poses significant risks. expose-news.com The Pentagon's recent developments in AI technology have drawn concern and criticism as they approach the deployment of autonomous AI weapons systems capable of making lethal decisions independently. The New York Times …
(2023-11-26). James Rickards: When the next financial crisis hits the elites are planning to freeze the financial system, worldwide. expose-news.com During an interview in 2017, James Rickards revealed that there is a network of 189 people who are positioned in the world's financial systems that hold the fate of the global financial …
(2023-11-26). In this Truce, the Star of David Is Akin to a Swastika. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Diamonds Drenched in Blood: Unmasking Israel's Role in the Congo Crisis. orinocotribune.com 
By Khafre Jay — Nov 22, 2023 | In the heart of Africa, where the earth is rich with diamonds, lies the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a land steeped in beauty and turmoil. This nation, endowed with vast natural resources, has become a tragic illustration of how global greed and geopolitical agendas can ravage a country. The DRC's story is not just about its diamonds; it's a saga of exploitation and lost promises. The allure of these precious stones has attracted various international players, casting long shadows over the nation's sovereignty and the well-being of its people. | The year 1997 marked a pi…
(2023-11-26). Hamas Winning Battle for Gaza. Scott Ritter. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-26). Rescued from beneath Gaza's rubble. electronicintifada.net Israa Ahmed survived an Israeli attack that killer her mother, brother and nephew.
2023-11-25: News Headlines
(2023-11-25). The Rise Of The Far Right Is A Global Phenomenon. popularresistance.org Across the globe, the far Right appears to be on the ascent. It has seized commanding heights in Giorgia Meloni's Italy and Viktor Orbán's Hungary, while formerly ostracized ethno-nationalist parties like the Sweden Democrats and the True Finns are now in governing coalitions. Shortly after this issue went to press, Argentina elected as president the voluble anarcho-capitalist Javier Milei, whose promise to commodify all facets of social life is accompanied by rabid anti-feminism and culture war invectives‚Äâ—‚Äâ"In my government there will be no cultur…
(2023-11-25). Israeli child "burned completely" by Israeli tank fire at kibbutz. electronicintifada.net Survivor Yasmin Porat provides new details of 7 October bloodbath.
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Can haemodynamic effects be resumed to systolic arterial pressure? — Authors' reply. thelancet.com We thank Yannis Ait-Ali and colleagues for their Correspondence. We agree that in previous trials a major reported benefit of a cooler dialysate temperature was a 50—70% lower rate of intradialytic hypotension than with standard dialysate temperature.1,2 In many previous trials, intradialytic hypotension was defined on the basis of the drop in intradialytic systolic blood pressure. However, conclusions about treatment effects on this outcome remained uncertain because the quality of evidence from previous trials was rated as very low.
(2023-11-25). Cuba is ready to host Afide 2023. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) Cuba is ready to host the 10th International Convention on Physical Activity and Sports (Afide 2023), Dr. C. Mélix Ilisástigui told a press conference on Friday.
(2023-11-25). ECLAC reports more than 4,000 feminicides in Latin America in 2022. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) At least 4,500 women were murdered due to gender-related reasons in 2022 in the region, according to statistics published here by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).
(2023-11-25). Milei insists on closing Argentina's Central Bank. plenglish.com It was communicated in a document published in the profile of his office on the social network X. | The text specified that economist Osvaldo Giordano will be the head of the National Social Security Administration, and Engineer Horacio Marin will be at the head of Yacimientos Petroliferos Fiscales (YPF) as of December 10, when his presidential inauguration will take place. | Since 2015, Giordano has been the Minister of Finance in the Province of Córdoba, where he was previously Secretary of Social Welfare. He is one of the main allies of Governor and former presidential candidate Juan Schiaretti. | Meanwhile,…
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: Eureka: Shut it Down for Palestine! indybay.org Eureka Bayshore Mall | 3300 Broadway St. | Eureka, CA…
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: San Diego: Shut It Down For Palestine! indybay.org San Diego County Administration building | 1600 Pacific Hwy | San Diego, CA…
(2023-11-25). Monday 11/27: Tell Oakland City Council: Ceasefire Resolution Now! indybay.org Oakland City Hall | 1 Frank Ogawa Plaza | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: San Diego: Shut it Down! indybay.org Fashion Valley Mall | Meet at Fashion Valley Transit Center | San Diego, CA…
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: Silent Vigil for Peace in Ukraine and Palestine and honoring Native American Heritage Day. indybay.org corner of El Camino & Embarcadero, outside Town & Country shopping center, on the public sidewalk | 855 El Camino | Palo Alto, CA…
(2023-11-25). Sunday 11/26: Vigil: Alameda Families and Friends for Ceasefire. indybay.org Alameda City Hall | 2263 Santa Clara Ave | Alameda, CA…
(2023-11-25). Wednesday 11/29: International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Friday 12/1: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). Monday 11/27: The Art of One on Ones: Anti-War Organizer Training. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-25). ALF Liberates 30 Foxes at Ohio Fur Farm. indybay.org In an anonymous communique received on November 21 by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has taken credit for liberating 30 captive foxes from the Grand River Fur Exchange, located in Rome, Ohio.
(2023-11-25). Scholar Charisse Burden-Stelly Releases New Book on Racial Capitalism: 'Black Scare/Red Scare'. moguldom.com Acclaimed scholar Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly, an associate professor of African American Studies at Wayne State University, has unveiled her latest book, "Black Scare/Red Scare: Theorizing Capitalist Racism in the United States." In this work, Dr. Burden-Stelly does a deep dive into the intertwined histories of anti-Black racial oppression and anti-communist repression in the U.S., shedding …
(2023-11-25). Silicon Valley Legend Paul Graham Called Anti-Semite For Highlighting Massacre Of 3600 Palestinian Children. moguldom.com Silicon Valley luminary and Y Combinator founder, Paul Graham, has stirred up controversy with his recent tweets concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Graham, known for his influential role in the tech industry, found himself facing criticism from Israeli tech professionals who accused him of taking a seemingly pro-Palestinian stance. He faced the same backlash in 2014 …
(2023-11-25). Indigenous Activists Detained in Oaxaca Following Gathering on Political Prisoners. itsgoingdown.org Report on repression of indigenous activists in Oaxaca, Mexico following a conference on political prisoners. On Tuesday, November 21st 2023 three Indigenous land defenders were kidnapped by the State in their hometown of Eloxochitlán (Nguixo), a Mazatec community in Northern Oaxaca. For nine years, Jaime Vidauria Romero, Artemio Vidauria Romero and Ranulfo Vidauria Estrada have…
(2023-11-25). Musk's Lawsuit Is About Destroying Free Speech. popularresistance.org He wasn't bluffing. | After threatening to sue liberal media watchdog Media Matters for America (CNBC, 11/18/23), Twitter's principal owner Elon Musk did just that, arguing in papers filed in a Texas court that the group "manipulated" data in an effort to "destroy" the social media platform, causing major advertisers to pull back (BBC, 11/20/23). | The world's richest human was responding to an MMFA report (11/16/23) about Twitter—which Musk has rebranded as X since purchasing the once publicly traded company—and its promotion of far-right, antisemitic content. It said that while "Musk continues his d…
(2023-11-25). FBI Labels Anti-Fascists And Anti-Racists As Violent Extremists. popularresistance.org A recently released Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) document titled "Domestic Terrorism Symbols Guide" links common protest symbols to "terrorism" — another marker in a common theme of conflating militant protest for social justice with deadly terrorist violence within the United States. Groups like the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the Brennan Center have raised warnings about such documents, citing inadequate protections for people's constitutional rights. | In a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on July 27 (PDF), the ACLU voiced deep concern ab…
(2023-11-25). White House Fears Pause in Fighting Will Let Journalists See What's Been Happening in Gaza. orinocotribune.com By Caitlin Johnstone — Nov 22, 2023 | Israel and Hamas have reportedly agreed to a In an article titled "
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view. thelancet.com As Elsa Dent and colleagues1 note, malnutrition is an important and widely prevalent determinant of health in older adults. They also highlight the importance of malnutrition management in older adults affected by COVID-19. However, we find that the link between malnutrition and tuberculosis, as well as other infectious diseases that are more prevalent in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), is missing. Tuberculosis is a known driver of wasting and continues to kill more than 1 ∑5 million people each year.
(2023-11-25). Oil And Gas Production Set To Escalate Under Landmark US Climate Law. popularresistance.org A new report warns that oil and gas production in the United States is expected to rise under Biden's signature climate law, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), even as the legislation helps to moderately lower fossil fuel demand through billions of dollars in clean energy investments. | The report, "Biden's Fossil Fuel Fail: How U.S. Oil and Gas Supply Rises under the Inflation Reduction Act, Exacerbating Environmental Injustice," details how, despite the IRA's significant spending on renewable energy, electric vehicles, and batteries, the policy will not be enough for the U.S. to meet its 2030 climate target of…
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view. thelancet.com We read with interest the Review by Elsa Dent and colleagues1 raising awareness on a too-often neglected condition. The authors proposed the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition criteria2 as a gold standard solution for the diagnosis of malnutrition. However, we noted that the definition of a low BMI as less than 18 ∑5 kg/m2 for those younger than 70 years is not in line with the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition criteria, which define a low BMI as less than 20 kg/m2 for people younger than 70 years.
(2023-11-25). Tesla Full Self-Driving in process of entering Chinese market: reports. ecns.cn U.S. electric car maker Tesla said its Full Self-Driving (FSD) function is now in progress to deploy in the Chinese market, as reported by the Chinese media outlet CHINAFUND on Thursday, citing sources from Tesla China.
(2023-11-25). China's economy very resilient: South African scholar. ecns.cn I think China's economy remains very resilient despite global economic slowdown, said Farhana Paruk, head of Client Engagement at Gordan Institute of Business Science (GIBS) at the University of Pretoria and a former fellow at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, in a recent interview with China News Service.
(2023-11-25). Comicomment: South China Sea should not be wrestling ground for int'l politics. ecns.cn The South China Sea is the shared home for the countries in the region and should not be a wrestling ground for international politics.
(2023-11-25). Chinese court upholds pop star Kris Wu's 13-year sentence for sex offenses. ecns.cn Chinese-Canadian pop star Kris Wu's 13-year prison sentence for rape and assembling a crowd to engage in promiscuous activities was upheld by the Beijing No 3 Intermediate People's Court on Friday.
(2023-11-25). China enters top 10 in innovation. ecns.cn A recently released report indicated that China's comprehensive innovation capability has risen to the 10th position globally, further cementing the nation's status as a rising leading innovative nation.
(2023-11-25). China announces visa-free travel for five European countries and Malaysia. ecns.cn China decided to offer visa-free entry to travelers holding ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning announced on Friday.
(2023-11-25). Over 100 mln people sign up for China's medical insurance digital code. ecns.cn More than 100 million people in China have registered to use a digital code for the country's basic medical insurance plan, the National Healthcare Security Administration said on Friday.
(2023-11-25). Xizang sees sharp foreign trade growth. ecns.cn In the first 10 months of this year, the total value of foreign trade imports and exports in the Xizang autonomous region was 9.35 billion yuan ($1.3 billion), 1.5 times that of the same period last year and the highest in the country.
(2023-11-25). China to see simultaneous circulation of infections this winter. ecns.cn China will likely see simultaneous circulations of multiple respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza and mycoplasma pneumoniae infections, this winter and spring.
(2023-11-25). Historic Flying Tigers relics find new home in Guangzhou. ecns.cn Pedro Chan, president of the Cantonese Society of Southern California, donated around 1,000 pieces of historic items related to Flying Tigers Chinese museums, libraries and memorial halls to Guangzhou, Guangdong province, earlier this week.
(2023-11-25). New appointment for PBOC and State Administration of Foreign Exchange. ecns.cn Zhu Hexin, chairman of the board of directors of CITIC Group, has been appointed as a member of the Party committee of the People's Bank of China and Party chief of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange.
(2023-11-25). China-made ARJ21 jet welcomes 10,000,000th passenger. ecns.cn China's domestically-produced ARJ21 regional jet of China Southern Airlines has served more than 10 million passengers by Friday as Flight CZ3892 took off from Guangzhou to Jieyang in Guangdong Province, marking a new milestone in the operation of home-made aircraft.
(2023-11-25). China to trial unilateral visa-free policy to six countries from Dec. 1. ecns.cn To further facilitate cross-border travel and China's high-quality development and high-standard opening up, China has decided to apply unilateral visa-free policy to six more countries on a trial basis, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced at a news briefing on Friday. The six countries are France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia.
(2023-11-25). Insights | Former French Prime Minister: world's peaceful development cannot be achieved without China. ecns.cn Former French Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin recently said in an exclusive interview with ECNS that the world's peaceful development cannot be achieved without China, and world civilization would be incomplete without Chinese culture.
(2023-11-25). Beijing to lift foreign equity limit in local telecom value-added services for expanded opening-up: State Council. ecns.cn China's State Council, the cabinet, on Thursday gave approval for Beijing to cancel the foreign equity limit in local telecom value-added services, in order to further promote the nation's services industry.
(2023-11-25). China unveils vision and action plan for the BRI development in next decade. ecns.cn China's Office of the Leading Group for Promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) released the Vision and Actions for High-Quality Belt and Road Cooperation: Brighter Prospects for the Next Decade, in a bid to further promote the world stabilization and regional mutual development.
(2023-11-25). China launches website for the private economy bureau amid strong policy support. ecns.cn China has launched a website for the bureau for private economy development under the website of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), as the latest effort to boost the private economy.
(2023-11-25). Burial ceremony held for remains of Chinese soldiers killed in Korean War in Shenyang. ecns.cn Chinese soldiers escort caskets containing remains of Chinese People Volunteers martyrs killed in the 1950-53 Korean War during a burial ceremony at the Cemetery of Revolutionary Martyrs in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Nov. 24, 2023.
(2023-11-25). Danxia landform after snow in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Magnificent scenery of Danxia landform after snow, a landscape characterized by reddish sandstone features, in Hutubi County of Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
(2023-11-25). Desert park showcases 'Swan Lake' scene in Qinghai. ecns.cn Whooper swans, under China's second-class state protection, swim in a lake surrounded by a desert, transforming it to a "Swan Lake" scene in Ulan county, Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2023-11-25). Village hidden in morning mist. ecns.cn Houses and colorful trees hidden in early winter mist create an atmospheric scene in Yuexi County of Anqing City, east China's Anhui Province.
(2023-11-25). In Numbers: China's 5G construction sees steady growth. ecns.cn
(2023-11-25). What to expect from first China International Supply Chain Expo. ecns.cn
(2023-11-25). Cradle of Civilization: Panlongcheng Site. ecns.cn
(2023-11-25). Sweet-toothed visitors treated with sugar-coated hawthorn in N China. ecns.cn Sweet-toothed visitors have been treated with sugar-coated hawthorn in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province.
(2023-11-25). Nov 25, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Down By the Riverside feat. Grandpa Elliott | Playing For Change The Eviction Notice Is Being Written, and Will Come in Four Languages, by Pepe Escobar Scott Ritter: Hamas Winning Battle for Gaza Marching for Israel? American and Israeli war criminals celebrate together, by Philip Giraldi How Gaza United the World, by Ramzy Baroud and Romana Rubeo Palestine Speaks! (Comment on Moon of Alabama post) Why Does the West Support the Genocide of Gaza? by Kevin Barrett Putin Was Declared A War Criminal For *Relocating* The Same Number Of Children Israel Just *Killed*, by Caitlin Johnstone Day…
(2023-11-25). Three Presidents Who Made Thanksgiving a National Holiday And What They Were Thankful For. dissidentvoice.org Three U.S. presidents were instrumental in establishing Thanksgiving as a regular national event. On October 3, 1789, George Washington declared the first federal Thanksgiving holiday. In 1863, Abraham Lincoln made it an annual federal holiday. And in 1941, Franklin Roosevelt signed a bill setting the date at the fourth Thursday of every November. All three presidents …
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view — Authors' reply. thelancet.com We thank Domenico Azzolino and Tiziano Lucchi for their Correspondence regarding our Review of malnutrition in older adults.1 Azzolino and Lucchi raise a concern about the low BMI cutoff point we reported for the diagnosis of malnutrition by the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) criteria1 for adults aged younger than 70 years. We briefly touched upon the GLIM criteria in our Review, without going into much detail. One of the phenotypic GLIM criteria is a low BMI, for which we have mentioned the upper and lower boundary cutoff points by age group.
(2023-11-25). Activists Disrupt Thanksgiving Parade: End Genocide, Don't Celebrate It. popularresistance.org Today, pro-Palestine protestors disrupted Thanksgiving Day Parades in New York City and Detroit, all sending the same message: end genocide, don't celebrate it. | In Detroit, protestors marched in front of the Thanksgiving Day parade route carrying banners reading: "From Turtle Island to Palestine, genocide is a crime" and "Detroit stands with Gaza," giving a spotlight to Palestine during Israel's ongoing atrocities. | In Manhattan, protestors disrupted the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, an annual corporate parade watched nationwide, with signs and banners reading "Genocide then, genocide now."
(2023-11-25). World Report] France cools on assisted dying and euthanasia. thelancet.com A draft bill was due to come before the Cabinet in December, but Emmanuel Macron has thrown the plans into doubt. Ferry Biedermann reports.
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: San Jose Prayer and Protest: Join Us to Demand a Permanent Ceasefire. indybay.org 1040 Olin Ave, San Jose…
(2023-11-25). Wednesday 11/29: Monterey Rally for Palestine. indybay.org Monterey City Hall, 580 Pacific Street, Monterey…
(2023-11-25). Obituary] Roger Maitland Greenhalgh. thelancet.com Vascular surgeon and advocate of randomised controlled trials. He was born in Ilkeston, UK, on Feb 6, 1941 and died on Oct 6, 2023 in London, UK, aged 82 years.
(2023-11-25). Neoliberalism, Democracy and the University as a Public Sphere. indybay.org What can educators and others concerned about the future of higher education do to make sure it is not colonized by corporate and other antidemocratic interests? First, educators & others need to figure out how to defend more vigorously higher education as a public good & how central it is in producing the formative culture necessary to educate young people to be critical & engaged.
(2023-11-25). Ashes of Italian expeditionary of Granma yacht to be taken to Cuba. plenglish.com Rome, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) A delegation from the Italian-Cuba Friendship Association (ANAIC), led by its President, Marco Papacci, will travel to Cuba to take the ashes of partisan Gino Doné, the only Granma yacht expedition member from Europe, a spokesperson said on Friday.
(2023-11-25). Cuban business group promotes light industry. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The Light Industry Business Group, GEMPIL, is betting on a substantial boost to this sector in Cuba as authorities are looking for solutions to the country's economic problems.
(2023-11-25). Perspectives] Documenting compassion and teamwork in maternity care. thelancet.com In this series of photographs, I document experiences of some expectant parents cared for by a multidisciplinary team at the Queen Mary Maternity Unit at West Middlesex University Hospital, part of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in London, UK. For this project, I spent a week capturing aspects of the work of consultant obstetrician and Labour Ward Lead Osaeloke Osakwe, who cared for my wife and newborn daughter in 2020.
(2023-11-25). Complete and Utter Carnage. counterpunch.org
(2023-11-25). Al-Shifa Hosptial, Hamas's Tunnels, And Israeli Propaganda. indybay.org Al-Shifa's Tunnels Were Built by Israel…
(2023-11-25). Saturday 12/2: Report from Chile on the 50th Anniversary of the US AFL-CIO Supported Coup. indybay.org San Jose Peace & Justice Center | 48 S. 7th St. | San Jose, CA 95112…
(2023-11-25). Tunnels For Safety And Tunnels For Death. popularresistance.org It's one thing to burrow beneath the ground, digging to construct a tunnel for refuge, a passage of goods, or to store weapons during a time of war. It's quite another for a small child to use one hand to dig their way out of the rubble that has collapsed on them. | Professor Mustafa Abu Sway, a professor based in Jerusalem, spoke sadly of the reality in Gaza where, he told Vatican News, "one child dies every ten minutes." | "It was not the death of a child," he said, "but the survival of one, that made me really very, very sad." He was speaking of a video that had emerged showing a child buried alive under rubbl…
(2023-11-25). 2023 National Native American Heritage Day – Polo Oo Boat Launch. indybay.org California Pioneers of Pan African Ancestry have a long and cherished relationship with our extended family, A'ho all my relations and embrace Polo Oo as Shingle Springs Miwok Elders partner with the managed lands of California State Parks along today's Lake Natoma.
(2023-11-25). Explaining the Failure to Properly assess Russia. sonar21.com Kudos to
(2023-11-25). Sunday 11/26: Bay Area Artists for a Free Palestine. indybay.org St John the Evangelist Episcopal Church | 1661 15th Street at Julian…
(2023-11-25). Global Condemnation Of Their Crimes Spells Doom For Zionist Criminals. popularresistance.org In the gray, smoldering rubble of Gaza, hope is elusive. The wails of babies clutched in the arms of staggering, broken, bloody Palestinian civilians are surpassed in volume only by Zionist bombs that shake the earth, level multilevel structures and create scenes so hellish that even vultures probably pass on the chance to feast on a massive banquet of carnage. | The world strains to find even the slightest reason for encouragement, and perhaps the only positive that flows dialectically from a profound negative is that the truth rises from Gaza's ruins more brightly than a thousand suns.
(2023-11-25). Joy and pain at outset of four-day pause and prisoner exchange. electronicintifada.net West Bank crowds thank the resistance as Palestinians in Gaza find their communities in ruins.
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Malnutrition in older adults: a wider view. thelancet.com The Review published by Elsa Dent and colleagues1 highlighted malnutrition in older adults and proposed a set of evidence-based interventions for identifying and treating malnutrition. Although mainly from a clinical care perspective, we also appreciate their recommendations on community-level supportive interventions to address this issue. Because a large proportion of older individuals residing in the community are at high risk of malnutrition, community-level supportive interventions need to extend beyond those who receive home-care services or reside in nursing homes.
(2023-11-25). Profit-making holiday "Black Friday", interrupted by mass mobilizations calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org Thousands took to the streets across multiple US cities to disrupt Black Friday, the most profitable retail shopping day of the year, to demand a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. | November 24, marked the first day of the four-day humanitarian pause in the enclave. Displaced families have begun to travel back to their homes in the north of Gaza, even as Israeli forces
(2023-11-25). World Report] Maternity care crisis worsening across the USA. thelancet.com Three maternity units have closed in Alabama, contributing to a long-standing trend leaving the USA with the highest maternal mortality among high-income countries. Nayanah Siva reports.
(2023-11-25). Tuesday 11/28: Stop the City of Santa Cruz from Buying Automatic License Plate Readers. indybay.org Council Chambers, Santa Cruz City Hall, 809 Center St, Santa Cruz | The proposal to purchase Automatic License Plate Readers is #15 on the city council consent agenda, and will be heard shortly after 12: 30 PM.
(2023-11-25). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 49: Four-Day Truce Begins In Gaza. popularresistance.org A planned four-day temporary ceasefire mediated by Qatar began at 7 a.m. on Friday in the Gaza Strip after 48 days of relentless bombardment and fighting. | A first batch of hostages is expected to be released by Hamas and Israel on Friday afternoon, as part of a prisoner exchange deal that is set to see the exchange of 50 Israelis held by Palestinian resistance groups in Gaza since October 7 with 150 Palestinian women and children detained in Israeli prisons. | At 4 p.m. local time, 13 Israeli women and children are scheduled to be taken to the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, then flown back to Israel via heli…
(2023-11-25). Gaza truce takes effect after 48 days of Israel's genocidal assault. peoplesdispatch.org On the first day of the truce, 39 Palestinian prisoners, mainly women and children, were freed by Israel in return for 24 captives held by the Palestinian resistance groups. Around 200 trucks entered Gaza with humanitarian aid, fuel, and gas…
(2023-11-25). "The British policy on immigration is the most harsh of our lifetimes" peoplesdispatch.org In this interview with Peoples Dispatch, Edward Anderson of Northumbria University, UK, delves into the recent ousting of former British Home Secretary Suella Braverman.
(2023-11-25). Group of 28 babies evacuated from war-torn Gaza arrive in Egypt. presstv.ir A group of 28 premature infants evacuated from the besieged Gaza City arrived in Egypt.
(2023-11-25). London demo calls for lifting of Israeli blockade of Gaza. presstv.ir Demonstrators gathered on World Children's Day in London to demand an end to the Gaza blockade.
(2023-11-25). Aftermath of Israeli airstrikes on Jabalia refugee camp, wounded in hospital. presstv.ir Scenes of devastation could be seen in Jabalia refugee camp following Israeli airstrikes.
(2023-11-25). Thousands of Canadian civil servants go on strike in Quebec. presstv.ir Thousands of school, hospital and social services workers in Canada's Quebec province walk off their jobs.
(2023-11-25). Mexican army deployed after capture of Sinaloa Cartel's alleged security boss. presstv.ir The Mexican Army was deployed on Wednesday (November 22) in the streets of Culiacan after the National Guard captured Nestor Isidro Perez Salas, or "El Nini."
(2023-11-25). Demonstrators clash with riot police after Dublin knife attack. presstv.ir Anti-immigrant protesters clash with riot police in Dublin following a knife attack that injured five people..
(2023-11-25). Hundreds of Australian students in Sydney protest for Palestinians. presstv.ir Hundreds of Australian students skipped class in Sydney to protest for the freedom of Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Hamas chief hails 'political and military victory', thanks Iran. presstv.ir Hamas says the truce agreement was a political victory that was based on the victory of the resistance in the field.
(2023-11-25). Israel Hamas ceasefire agreement. presstv.ir The Palestinian resistance movement, Hamas, says it has agreed to a four day humanitarian truce in the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). Israeli troops fire at Gazans returning home, kill two after ceasefire. presstv.ir There are reports of "intense shooting" by Israeli forces east of Khan Younis and Rafah after a four-day ceasefire went into effect on Friday morning.
(2023-11-25). Without US support, Israel couldn't have continued Gaza war: Iran. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian made the remark in an interview with Qatar-based Al Jazeera television network.
(2023-11-25). Turks in Istanbul protest death of civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Istanbul on Friday to protest civilian deaths in the Gaza Strip and express support for the Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Islamic Jihad warns of 'response' in case of Israel's truce violation. presstv.ir A spokesman for the military wing of the Islamic Jihad has underscored the Palestinian resistance movement's commitment to a fresh truce deal in Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Hamas chief: Palestinians forced Israel for ceasefire. presstv.ir Haniyeh said the resistance managed to thwart Israel's plan to get back its captives through genocide.
(2023-11-25). Pro-Palestine rallies held across world as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Thousands of people rallied across the world on Friday to voice their unfaltering support for Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, on the first day of a truce after some 50 days of brutal Israeli war on the besieged territory.
(2023-11-25). Barcelona city suspends relations with Israel over Gaza war. presstv.ir Barcelona City Council has suspended the city's relations with the Israel regime as long as the latter sustains its ongoing hugely deadly war against Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Facebook greenlit ads calling for 'holocaust' against Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir Facebook approves advertisements sent experimentally to the social network, including some containing demands for "holocaust for the Palestinians."
(2023-11-25). Pro-Palestine rallies continue as truce takes hold in Gaza. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine protesters hold more rallies in Sydney and New York in solidarity with people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). US ex-cop convicted in George Floyd's death stabbed in prison. presstv.ir Former US police officer Derek Chauvin who was convicted of killing George Floyd has been stabbed by another inmate in prison and seriously injured…
(2023-11-25). Iran's top rights official: Criminal Israeli leaders must stand trial. presstv.ir Iran's top human rights official says criminal Israeli authorities must be brought to trial for their atrocities against Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Italy: Journalists demand freedom of information on Gaza. presstv.ir Italian journalists are calling for freedom of information in the Gaza Strip contending that it has become impossible to cover the ongoing situation.
(2023-11-25). Resistance leader: US not seeking to leave Iraq, threatening government. presstv.ir The leader of an Iraqi resistance group says the American occupation forces have no intention of leaving the Arab country and justify their illegal presence under the pretext of fighting the now-defunct Takfiri Daesh terrorist group.
(2023-11-25). Spain blasts Israeli accusations after criticizing Gaza genocide. presstv.ir Spain has slammed Israel for "terror" accusations against Madrid, calling them false and out of place.
(2023-11-25). People march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in London. presstv.ir People take to the streets of London to march in support of Palestinians.
(2023-11-25). Israel failed to achieve goals in Gaza war: Hamas official. presstv.ir Khaled Meshaal, head of Hamas' office in the diaspora, says the Israeli regime was unable to reach its goals after 48 days of its onslaught against the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). Argentina: La anomalía salvaje. indybay.org Argentina: La anomalía salvaje | 14 millones votaron para que llegue a dominar la motosierra ultraneolliberal: anarcocapitalismo…
(2023-11-25). Carta de una mujer mapuche a una mujer palestina. indybay.org
(2023-11-25). Friday 11/24: Emeryville: Black Friday Rally and Protest. indybay.org Shellmound St. & Ohlone Way, Emeryville…
(2023-11-25). Estonia notifies WHO that it rejects the Pandemic Treaty and amendments to International Health Regulations. expose-news.com On 22 November, 11 Members of the Estonian Parliament wrote a letter to the World Health Organisation ("WHO") to reject the proposed international agreement on pandemic prevention preparedness and response — also …
(2023-11-25). Slovakia will not be entering into any international pandemic agreements with WHO, Prime Minister says. expose-news.com During a SMER party conference, Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico declared that his government will not sign the World Health Organisation's Pandemic Treaty and SMER Members of Parliament will not ratify in …
(2023-11-25). Baltimore Joins Over 100 US Cities In Endorsement Of Medicare For All. popularresistance.org Baltimore has officially joined the growing list of over 100 U.S. municipalities advocating for a nationwide Medicare for All healthcare system. This significant endorsement, led by Democratic City Councilmembers Kristerfer Burnett and Odette Ramos, aligns Baltimore with major cities like Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Los Angeles in supporting a federally funded universal healthcare program. | Burnett expressed gratitude to advocates who have been instrumental in advancing these resolutions nationwide, highlighting the importance of accessible healthcare for thriving communities. Rev. Alvin C. Hathaway Sr., a…
(2023-11-25). Perinatal Healthcare Workers in Santa Cruz County Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza. indybay.org Campesina Womb Justice, a mutual aid project for womb justice and healing for indigenous campesinas in Santa Cruz County, has released a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Stanford Students Rise Up as Japan's Kishida, S Korea's Yoon Speak on Campus Pt II. indybay.org Loud drumming, shaman-inspired dancing, chanting, and student speeches arose on the Stanford University campus on November 17th when a coalition gathered to protest outside the Hoover Institution. President Yoon of the Republic of Korea (ROK/South Korea) and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan were speaking there at a joint event celebrating increasing military and economic alliances amongst the US, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. | photos via @saaacofficial and @raging_grannies (instagram)…
(2023-11-25). Stop Cop City: Nationwide Subsidiary Attacked in Walnut Creek. indybay.org This bit of news comes to us courtesy of Scenes from the Atlanta Forest, a website covering the movement to Stop Cop City.
(2023-11-25). Monday 12/11: Teaching (Beyond) Crisis: Black Ecologies and Critical Hope. indybay.org Virtual event, register here: ucsc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P5GKNY-JT0GRysaJOK6fxw#/registration…
(2023-11-25). 39 Palestinian prisoners in first day of exchange achieved by Palestinian Resistance. samidoun.net On Friday, 24 November, with the start of the four-day "humanitarian pause" in the ongoing Zionist genocide on Gaza, the Palestinian Resistance extracted the liberation of women and children prisoners jailed by the Israeli occupation. Today, 39 prisoners were released in exchange for a group of Israelis detained by the Palestinian resistance in Gaza; each …
(2023-11-25). Free the Holy Land Five: 15 years of imprisonment — freedom cannot wait! samidoun.net On 24 November 2023, we mourn the martyrs of Gaza as we honour and welcome 39 freed Palestinian prisoners, the first prisoners liberated through a prisoner exchange with the Palestinian resistance since the Wafaa al-Ahrar exchange in 2011. On this date, we also mark the 15th year of imprisonment for Shukri Abu Baker, Ghassan Elashi …
(2023-11-25). World Report] Health at COP28: three things to watch for. thelancet.com The 28th UN climate change conference will see declarations related to health and humanitarian crises, as well as an assessment of progress on the Paris Agreement. Talha Burki reports.
(2023-11-25). Can Jordan's treaty with Israel survive the Gaza genocide? electronicintifada.net Amman says treaty with Israel will become "a document collecting dust" if Palestinians are forcibly displaced.
(2023-11-25). Realizan marchas en Irán, Yemen y Qatar en apoyo a Palestina. telesurtv.net En Doha, Qatar, miles de personas con banderas y grandes carteles, expresaron con consignas su solidaridad con Gaza y en contra del genocidio.
(2023-11-25). Milei incluye ministros macristas en futuro Gabinete argentino. telesurtv.net Patricia Bullrich, la otrora adversaria del presidente electo (a la que acusó de poner bombas en jardines de infantes), se hará cargo el Ministerio de Seguridad.
(2023-11-25). Frustran plan sionista de impedir cantar a Roger Waters en Chile. telesurtv.net La maniobra legal sionista fue denunciada por artistas chilenos, pues el recurso "retrotraía a los tiempos oscuros de la dictadura de Augusto Pinochet".
(2023-11-25). España evalúa posible reconocimiento a Palestina como Estado. telesurtv.net Pedro Sánchez afirmó que, si la Unión Europea no reconoce a Palestina como Estado, España "adoptará su propia decisión".
(2023-11-25). Honduras rechaza ley antinmigrante aprobada por Texas, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Según Tegucigalpa, la ley que impulsa la deportación de migrantes "pondría en entredicho las normas internacionales".
(2023-11-25). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-25). Chile envía ayuda a Bolivia para contrarrestar incendios. telesurtv.net Esta donación se suma al apoyo internacional que han brindado Venezuela y Francia para ayudar a extinguir las llamas que continúan azotando zonas del país.
(2023-11-25). Fiscalía formula cargos por presunta corrupción organizada en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La Fiscalía formuló cargos por presunta delincuencia organizada en contra del cuñado del expresidente ecuatoriano Guillermo Lasso, Danilo Carrera.
(2023-11-25). PMA: 2,2 millones de personas necesitan ayuda alimentaria en Gaza. telesurtv.net El ente internacional alertó que "los sistemas alimentarios están colapsando en Gaza".
(2023-11-25). teleSUR rinde homenaje a periodistas asesinados en Palestina. telesurtv.net Desde el pasado 7 de octubre hasta el momento, se han reportado unos 60 periodistas asesinados, en algunos casos junto con sus familias.
(2023-11-25). Eterno Diego: A tres años de la partida de Maradona. telesurtv.net El eterno "pelusa" siempre estará presente en cada corazón de los amantes del deporte rey.
(2023-11-25). CNE está preparado para el referéndum sobre el Esequibo. telesurtv.net El Consejo Nacional Electoral de Venezuela aseguró que tiene el 75% de cronograma para la consulta popular listo.
(2023-11-25). Paraguay superó los diez mil casos confirmados de dengue. telesurtv.net Las autoridades sanitarias confirmaron más de 20 muertes en lo que va de 2023.
(2023-11-25). Rusia envía ayuda humanitaria a Gaza. telesurtv.net La ayuda humanitaria consiste en 15 toneladas de suministros que incluyen alimentos para bebés, artículos de higiene, sábanas, cobijas y sacos de dormir.
(2023-11-25). Suspenden al fiscal anticorrupción de Perú. telesurtv.net Autoridad Nacional de Control del Ministerio Público que el fiscal Rafael Vela cometió una presunta infracción administrativa grave.
(2023-11-25). Francia envía bomberos a enfrentar incendios forestales en Bolivia. telesurtv.net El Ministerio de Exteriores francés expresó su plena solidaridad con el pueblo y las autoridades bolivianas ante los incendios forestales.
(2023-11-25). Gobierno de Colombia destina presupuesto a sector educativo. telesurtv.net El presupuesto supera los 70 billones de pesos para garantizar que todas las necesidades del sector se puedan cumplir.
(2023-11-25). Más de 2.000 migrantes murieron en el Mediterráneo en lo que va de año. telesurtv.net Según la OIM, la cifra es mayor que la registrada en 2022, donde se contabilizaron 2.411 muertos, siendo el 2023 el año más mortífero desde el 2018.
(2023-11-25). Registran sismo de magnitud 5,4 en Baja California Sur, México. telesurtv.net El seísmo se produjo a las 13H26 (hora local), a una profundidad de diez kilómetros.
(2023-11-25). México suspende cuarentena por casos de gripe aviar en Sonora. telesurtv.net Tras finalizar la cuarentena, la Sader emprendió un proceso de vacunación de emergencia en zonas estratégicas.
(2023-11-25). Perú logra mejor actuación histórica en Juegos Parapanamericanos. telesurtv.net A pesar de haber superado su récord histórico en cuanto a cantidad de medallas, todavía la anterior cita parapanamericana arrojó más títulos dorados que la actual actuación.
(2023-11-25). Presidente cubano se reúne con representante de Derechos Humanos. telesurtv.net El encuentro coincidió con la celebración en La Habana, en la misma jornada, del IV Diálogo de Derechos Humanos entre Cuba y la Unión Europea.
(2023-11-25). Fidel Castro visto a través de quienes lo conocieron. telesurtv.net El Comandante en Jefe se convirtió en una de las figuras políticas más importantes de la región de todos los tiempos.
(2023-11-25). Presidentes de Colombia y Ecuador se reúnen en Quito. telesurtv.net Durante el encuentro en el palacio presidencial de Carondelet se abordó como punto cardinal el tema de la sequía.
(2023-11-25). Asesinan a un líder social en Puerto Asís, Putumayo, Colombia. telesurtv.net Luego de salir de su trabajo Elkin Jesús Díaz fue abordado por sujetos desconocidos, "quienes le propiciaron varios impactos con armas de fuego".
(2023-11-25). Editorial] Drug decriminalisation: grounding policy in evidence. thelancet.com The Global Commission on Drug Policy's latest report, published ahead of World AIDS Day on Dec 1, describes decriminalisation of drug use as an essential precursor to ending HIV and viral hepatitis as public health threats. Since its formation in 2011 by political, economic, and cultural leaders, the Commission has advocated for decriminalisation as part of a rights-based approach to drug policy, rooted in scientific evidence and principles of public health, to minimise the harms arising from drug use.
(2023-11-25). Calls for Israel Boycotts, Ceasefire Disrupt Black Friday Shoppers. unicornriot.ninja
(2023-11-25). New Mood In The World Will Put An End To The Global Monroe Doctrine. popularresistance.org Every day since 7 October has felt like an International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, with hundreds of thousands gathering in Istanbul, a million in Jakarta, and then yet another million across Africa and Latin America to demand an end to the brutal attack being carried out by Israel (with the collusion of the United States). It is impossible to keep up with the scale and frequency of the protests, which are in turn pushing political parties and governments to clarify their stances on Israel's attack on Palestine. These mass demonstrations have generated three kinds of outcomes.
(2023-11-25). Defend Berlin's Oyoun cultural centre! No to censorship of war opponents! wsws.org The Berlin Senate (State Executive) wants to illegally shut down the Oyoun cultural centre by the end of the year because it has provided meeting space for Jewish Voices for Peace and socialists opposing war.
(2023-11-25). Far-right government formed in New Zealand. wsws.org After more than five weeks of talks, the National Party has formed an unstable coalition with far-right parties, which will intensify the assault on the working class and ramp up war preparations.
(2023-11-25). Neo-fascist Wilders wins Dutch general elections. wsws.org Protests against Wilders broke out in Utrecht and Amsterdam after an election campaign dominated by vicious appeals to anti-immigrant hatred by all of the major parties.
(2023-11-25). Australian high school students ferociously attacked for protesting Gaza genocide. wsws.org The venomous attacks on students because of their opposition to war crimes underscores the far right-wing character of the Australian political and media establishment's line-up behind the Gaza genocide.
(2023-11-25). Hundreds of Sydney school students strike against the genocide in Gaza. wsws.org "Clearly there is a war occurring, people are dying, and we have to do something. We can't just stand back."
(2023-11-25). The "No to Wars" demonstration: A cover for the war policy of the German government. wsws.org The national "No to Wars" demonstration taking place in Berlin on Saturday is a cynical attempt to push the growing opposition to the NATO war in Ukraine and the genocide in Gaza into a dead end.
(2023-11-25). Workers Struggles: Asia and Australia. wsws.org Minibus drivers stop work across the Philippines; Pakistani nurses strike over four months of unpaid wages; Sri Lankan workers oppose privatisation; Australian paramedics demand 20 percent pay rise.
(2023-11-25). Sri Lankan SEP/IYSSE meeting calls on working class to intervene to stop Israel's genocide in Gaza. wsws.org The Colombo meeting is a part of a series of meetings in Sri Lanka, as well as around the world by the International Committee of the Fourth International (ICFI), to build an international anti-war movement of the working class based on socialist policies.
(2023-11-25). New surge in New Zealand COVID-19 cases and deaths. wsws.org The ruling class is responding to the pandemic by covering up the ongoing crisis while preparing escalating attacks on the public health system as part of a wider assault on the working class.
(2023-11-25). Victimized Stellantis temp worker speaks on lessons of 2023 contract struggle. wsws.org A young temp worker at Mack Assembly in Detroit speaks about the 2023 contract and the continuing attack on temp workers.
(2023-11-25). Victimized Stellantis temp worker speaks on lessons of 2023 contract struggle. wsws.org A young temp worker at Mack Assembly in Detroit speaks about the 2023 contract struggle and the continuing attack on temp workers.
(2023-11-25). SAG-AFTRA releases full tentative agreement, amidst growing distrust, criticism. wsws.org Voting on the contract began prior to the union's membership having a chance to examine its contents. SAG-AFTRA declared the strike "over" before the ratification process began. The agreement betrays actors' interests all along the line and should be rejected.
(2023-11-25). Study finds that SARS-CoV-2 can shut down mitochondria, the cellular "power plants" wsws.org The study authors conjecture that ongoing inhibition of the mitochondria after infection might also play a role in the symptoms of Long COVID, especially general fatigue and malaise.
(2023-11-25). Study finds that SARS-CoV-2 can shut down mitochondria, the cellular "power plants" wsws.org The study's authors conjecture that ongoing inhibition of the mitochondria after infection might also play a role in the symptoms of Long COVID, especially general fatigue and malaise.
(2023-11-25). Australian Committee for Public Education campaigns against Israeli genocide in Gaza. wsws.org "This meeting of educators condemns the genocide being perpetrated against the Palestinian people by the Zionist State of Israel and its imperialist backers the US and others."
(2023-11-25). The election of Milei and the breakdown of Peronism and bourgeois democracy in Argentina. wsws.org The most important question raised by the Argentine elections is why mass outrage over conditions imposed by capitalism led to the election of the profit system's most extreme right-wing defenders.
(2023-11-25). Health crisis in Gaza intensifies as Israel deepens its genocidal attack. wsws.org The healthcare system in northern Gaza is near complete collapse as the humanitarian crisis continues to escalate.
(2023-11-25). Legal challenge to Australian government's new laws to impose inhuman conditions on released refugees. wsws.org The court challenge underscores the readiness of the ruling political establishment to override even the extremely limited protections of legal and democratic rights in the 1901 Constitution.
(2023-11-25). Correspondence] Can haemodynamic effects be resumed to systolic arterial pressure? thelancet.com We read with interest the work by The MyTEMP writing committee.1 Considering the key secondary outcome of the study, the authors found that the implementation of an individualised approach to reducing dialysate temperature failed to prevent intradialytic hypotension, defined by a drop of systolic blood pressure.
(2023-11-24). Greece Plays Both Sides: Delivers Weapons to Ukraine, Greek Shipping Companies in Lucrative Trade in Russian Oil. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). US govt-linked Ukraine activists hold pro-Nazi Veterans Day rally outside White House. thegrayzone.com A recent rally in front of the White House featuring Nazi iconography has been wholly ignored by the same mainstream media outlets pushing the narrative of rising antisemitism. The two DC-based organizations behind the events collaborated with the Biden administration on a similar event last February. This Veterans Day, on November 11, passersby outside the White House gates were met with the sight of protest signs bearing Nazi-inspired Wolfsangels and protesters performing fascist salutes. While the rally may have fallen …
(2023-11-24). Pro-Palestinian protesters make powerful statement at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade amid Gaza genocide outcry. nationofchange.org Activists interrupt iconic parade to spotlight Gaza crisis.
(2023-11-24). Forward Ever: 40 Years on from the End of the Revolution and the U.S. Invasion of Grenada. counterpunch.org 
Dear Comrades if it must be you speak no more with me nor smile no more with me nor march no more with me then let me take a patience and a calm for even now the greener leaf explodes sun brightens stone and all the river burns. Now from the mourning vanguard moving on
(2023-11-24). Monday 11/27: The Missing Peace: Don't Buy Biden's Genocide. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-24). Monday 11/27: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: Sacramento: Shut it Down for Palestine! indybay.org Arden Fair Mall | Arden @ Heritage | Sacramento, CA…
(2023-11-24). Wednesday 11/29: Asians for Palestine Teach-In. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-24). Monday 11/27: Understand How Palestine is Represented in the Media and Inviting Alternative Approaches. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2023-11-24). Tuesday 11/28: Vallejo, It's Your Turn! Tell City Council We Want a Free Palestine! indybay.org Vallejo City Hall | 555 Santa Clara St. | Vallejo, CA…
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: Eureka: Shut it Down for Palestine! indybay.org Eureka Bayshore Mall | 3300 Broadway St. | Eureka, CA…
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: San Diego: Shut It Down For Palestine! indybay.org San Diego County Administration building | 1600 Pacific Hwy | San Diego, CA…
(2023-11-24). Monday 11/27: Tell Oakland City Council: Ceasefire Resolution Now! indybay.org Oakland City Hall | 1 Frank Ogawa Plaza | Oakland, CA…
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: San Diego: Shut it Down! indybay.org Fashion Valley Mall | Meet at Fashion Valley Transit Center | San Diego, CA…
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: Silent Vigil for Peace in Ukraine and Palestine and honoring Native American Heritage Day. indybay.org corner of El Camino & Embarcadero, outside Town & Country shopping center, on the public sidewalk | 855 El Camino | Palo Alto, CA…
(2023-11-24). ALF Liberates 30 Foxes at Ohio Fur Farm. indybay.org In an anonymous communique received on November 21 by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has taken credit for liberating 30 captive foxes from the Grand River Fur Exchange, located in Rome, Ohio.
(2023-11-24). Transforming East Detroit: How Raphael Wright's Personal Health Battle Inspired The Creation Of Neighborhood Grocery. moguldom.com In the heart of Detroit's east side, a transformative initiative is taking shape, poised to impact residents' lives profoundly. Raphael Wright, a Detroit native, is on a mission to combat the pervasive issue of food insecurity in his community through the launch of Neighborhood Grocery. Wright's journey began with a personal health battle. Diagnosed with …
(2023-11-24). Hollywood Elites Send Message: If You Criticize Israel, No Employment In Our Industry. moguldom.com Hollywood elites seem to be cracking down on anyone in the film industry who takes a pro-Palestine stance. Take actress Melissa Barrera, for example. After leading both 2022's "Scream" and the sixth installment, released earlier this year, she has been dropped from "Scream VII" after making social media posts concerning the Israel-Hamas War. "Gaza is …
(2023-11-24). Portland Mobilizes and Shuts Down Anti-Trans Hate Group with Links to the Far-Right. itsgoingdown.org Report on recent mobilization in Portland, Oregon against anti-trans hate group with links to the far-Right. For more information on the Women's Declaration International (WDI), go here. photos: @marcielinenovatore A few months ago, Women's Declaration International (WDI) announced their intention to have a "nationwide gender abolition tour" comprised of three stops: Philly, San Francisco, and…
(2023-11-24). Portland Mobilizes and Shuts Down Anti-Trans Hate Group with Links to the Far-Right. itsgoingdown.org Report on recent mobilization in Portland, Oregon against anti-trans hate group with links to the far-Right. For more information on the Women's Declaration International (WDI), go here. photos: @marcielinenovatore A few months ago, Women's Declaration International (WDI) announced their intention to have a "nationwide gender abolition tour" comprised of three stops: Philly, San Francisco, and…
(2023-11-24). Pallywood Tactics: Al-Shifa Hospital and Israel's Propaganda Effort. dissidentvoice.org It resembles a chronology of desperation, shifting narratives, and schoolboy howlers. From the outset, the mass lethality of Israeli strikes against Gaza and the collective punishment of its populace needed some justification, however tenuous. If it could be shown, convincingly, that Hamas and its allies had militarised such civilian infrastructure as hospitals, they would become …
(2023-11-24). Pallywood Tactics: Al-Shifa Hospital and Israel's Propaganda Effort. counterpunch.org It resembles a chronology of desperation, shifting narratives, and schoolboy howlers. From the outset, the mass lethality of Israeli strikes against Gaza and the collective punishment of its populace needed some justification, however tenuous. If it could be shown, convincingly, that Hamas and its allies had militarised such civilian infrastructure as hospitals, they would become
(2023-11-24). Thursday 12/7: You're on Native Land, So Now What? indybay.org Middlebury Institute of International Studies, McGowan MG100, 411 Pacific Street, Monterey…
(2023-11-24). Killer Water: The toxic legacy of Canada's oil sands industry for Indigenous communities. therealnews.com 
In Northern Alberta, Canada, sit the Athabasca tar sands—the world's largest known reservoir of crude bitumen, and a major driver of Canada's economy. The vast majority of Canadian oil production comes from the extraction and processing of the crude bitumen found in the tar sands. But while Canada prospers off the tar sands industry, Indigenous communities downstream are in the grips of its toxic impact. It is well documented that the people of Fort Chipewyan, in northern Alberta, have been struck by disproportionately high rates of cancer, and their proximity to the tar sands has long been the suspec…
(2023-11-24). This Is the Real Face of the US Empire. orinocotribune.com By Caitlin Johnstone — Nov 21, 2023 | Someone uploaded one of those viral "help identify this racist jerk" clips featuring a man accosting a street vendor with awful Islamophobic vitriol, and it turned out he was the former US State Department Deputy Director in the Office of Israel and Palestinian Affairs. | It sounds made up, but that's exactly what just happened; Vice
(2023-11-24). Fraude, quiebras y cárcel: dónde están hoy los criptomillonarios del gran boom del bitcoin. globalizacion.ca
(2023-11-24). Conviction of leading animal activist could ignite a populist revolution. nationofchange.org U.S. prosecutors have charged more penalties for activists revealing blatant animal mistreatment than they have charged factory farms with committing it. This trend is a glaring miscarriage of justice, and it must be reversed.
(2023-11-24). India Pollution, COP28 and Plastics Treaty are all Intertwined. counterpunch.org 
The citizens of New Delhi were faced with unimaginable levels of pollution recently when the Air Quality Index (AQI) reached an unimaginable and whopping 999 (between 0-50 is considered "good"). Across the Arabian Sea, in Kenya, a UN-led meeting on plastic pollution failed to reach a consensus supposedly after oil-producing countries placed obstacles to prevent
(2023-11-24). New Columbia River Treaty Must Prioritize Local Tribes and Ecological Concerns. truthout.org Canada and the United States met in October for their 19th round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty. The 60-year-old Columbia River Treaty is an engineering agreement between the two countries to jointly manage the international Columbia River to reduce flood risk and optimize hydropower production. The river runs through the heart and history of the U.S. Northwest and plays a… |
(2023-11-24). Netanyahu Says UN Isn't Doing Enough for Palestinians in Gaza. news.antiwar.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday accused the UN of not doing enough to respond to the humanitarian crisis he created in Gaza. "I have not seen yet the effort that I'd like to see from the UN and the international agencies to build shelters there [in Gaza]," Netanyahu said. The Israeli leader said …
(2023-11-24). US Doesn't Think Israel Can Make Good on Hostage Deal Promise to Increase Aid. news.antiwar.com Biden administration officials told The Times of Israel that they don't believe Israel can live up to its commitment to allow 200 aid trucks to enter Gaza per day during the pause that's part of the hostage deal with Hamas. The officials said Israel is refusing to open its Kerem Shalom crossing with Gaza during …
(2023-11-24). From Concentration Camp to Concentration Territory. counterpunch.org Hamas's vicious attack on October 7th effectively provoked Israel's horrendous and ongoing assault on Gaza. As has been endlessly reported, Hamas forces killed 1,200 Israelis, many of them young people attending a music concert, and kidnapped some 240 others. For many, it invoked memories of the Jewish people's greatest trauma, the WWII Holocaust. The Holocaust
(2023-11-24). Ceasefire Tour Roundup. counterpunch.org 
The Israeli genocide of Palestinians goes on unabated, but at least in Scandinavia it's "all out in the streets for Palestine." I've been on tour in Scandinavia from the first of November until last Friday. During the many hours spent in the car, my singing partner Kamala and I have been mostly listening to Al-Jazeera
(2023-11-24). Power and Punishment in the Construct of Terrorism. counterpunch.org The concept of terrorism has long been a slippery one, bordering on meaningless even before the 9/11 attacks massively increased its use. Since that day, the term has been used so "broadly and carelessly . . . that there appears to be a wholesale disregard for any serious endeavor to treat terrorism as an analytical
(2023-11-24). Private Equity Is Using Prison Phone, Food and Health Systems to Rack Up Profits. truthout.org Private equity firms, one of the most powerful arms of Wall Street, have become key adversaries of movements from labor rights to climate action to housing justice. With their wealthy CEOs and aggressive cost-cutting tactics aimed at delivering big returns, these firms are one of the most rapacious expressions of financial profiteering today. This makes it all the more alarming that private equity… |
(2023-11-24). Who Owns Your Children? The Government Keeps Acting Like It Does. thelastamericanvagabond.com Governments across the world continue to take actions that reflect the belief that it is not parents who are the guardians of their children but the state itself. In September, the First Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments in a high-profile case regarding whether a school violated parents' constitutional rights by actively encouraging their 11-year-old
(2023-11-24). Pallywood Tactics: Al-Shifa Hospital and Israel's Propaganda Effort. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). How Office Buildings Will be Converted to Smart Cities for the Cartels. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Children COVID mRNA Vaccine-Injured: Encephalitis After Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine. Potentially Deadly Brain Inflammation. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Is Armenia Really Arming the Kiev Regime? globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). F-16 Fighter Jets Yet to Arrive. Kiev Regime is Desperate. Ukraine Air Force in Shambles. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Artificial intelligence to 'transform PCs into personalized computers'. ecns.cn Artificial intelligence is expected to spur the personal computer market going forward, with AI-powered laptops estimated to account for nearly 90 percent of total laptop sales in China by 2027, industry experts said.
(2023-11-24). Telecommunications sector sees growth despite challenges. ecns.cn China's telecommunications industry recorded total revenues of about 1.4168 trillion yuan ($198.4 billion) from January to October, marking a year-on-year growth of 6.9 percent despite challenges, according to the country's top industry regulator.
(2023-11-24). Tesla Full Self-Driving in process of entering Chinese market: reports. ecns.cn U.S. electric car maker Tesla said its Full Self-Driving (FSD) function is now in progress to deploy in the Chinese market, as reported by the Chinese media outlet CHINAFUND on Thursday, citing sources from Tesla China.
(2023-11-24). China's economy very resilient: South African scholar. ecns.cn I think China's economy remains very resilient despite global economic slowdown, said Farhana Paruk, head of Client Engagement at Gordan Institute of Business Science (GIBS) at the University of Pretoria and a former fellow at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, in a recent interview with China News Service.
(2023-11-24). Shanghai continues to improve across metrics. ecns.cn Shanghai's GDP reached 4.47 trillion yuan ($630 billion) last year after surpassing 4 trillion yuan the previous year, and the city's GDP per capita exceeded 180,000 yuan in 2022, reaching the level of a moderately developed economy.
(2023-11-24). Domestic road network grew by over 1 million kilometers in past decade. ecns.cn China's expressway network had extended to 177,000 kilometers by the end of last year, ranking top in the world, according to the Ministry of Transport on Thursday.
(2023-11-24). Nation's rule of law conveyed overseas. ecns.cn China is establishing frameworks for foreign-related laws and regulations while communicating to the world its rule of law as well as overseas legal services, senior judicial officials said at a news conference on Thursday.
(2023-11-24). Sinologists around the world gather for forum in Shanghai. ecns.cn A group of sinologists on Thursday took part in guided tours across Shanghai that were part of the ongoing World Conference on China Studies ∑ Shanghai Forum.
(2023-11-24). GalaxySpace developing orbiting internet service. ecns.cn GalaxySpace, a Beijing-based private satellite maker, is developing a new type of plate-shaped satellite that will allow operators to establish a direct link between their mobile phone and such spacecraft for better internet service.
(2023-11-24). Chinese court upholds pop star Kris Wu's 13-year sentence for sex offenses. ecns.cn Chinese-Canadian pop star Kris Wu's 13-year prison sentence for rape and assembling a crowd to engage in promiscuous activities was upheld by the Beijing No 3 Intermediate People's Court on Friday.
(2023-11-24). China enters top 10 in innovation. ecns.cn A recently released report indicated that China's comprehensive innovation capability has risen to the 10th position globally, further cementing the nation's status as a rising leading innovative nation.
(2023-11-24). China announces visa-free travel for five European countries and Malaysia. ecns.cn China decided to offer visa-free entry to travelers holding ordinary passports from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning announced on Friday.
(2023-11-24). Over 100 mln people sign up for China's medical insurance digital code. ecns.cn More than 100 million people in China have registered to use a digital code for the country's basic medical insurance plan, the National Healthcare Security Administration said on Friday.
(2023-11-24). Xizang sees sharp foreign trade growth. ecns.cn In the first 10 months of this year, the total value of foreign trade imports and exports in the Xizang autonomous region was 9.35 billion yuan ($1.3 billion), 1.5 times that of the same period last year and the highest in the country.
(2023-11-24). China to see simultaneous circulation of infections this winter. ecns.cn China will likely see simultaneous circulations of multiple respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza and mycoplasma pneumoniae infections, this winter and spring.
(2023-11-24). Historic Flying Tigers relics find new home in Guangzhou. ecns.cn Pedro Chan, president of the Cantonese Society of Southern California, donated around 1,000 pieces of historic items related to Flying Tigers Chinese museums, libraries and memorial halls to Guangzhou, Guangdong province, earlier this week.
(2023-11-24). New appointment for PBOC and State Administration of Foreign Exchange. ecns.cn Zhu Hexin, chairman of the board of directors of CITIC Group, has been appointed as a member of the Party committee of the People's Bank of China and Party chief of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange.
(2023-11-24). China committed to keeping global industrial and supply chains stable, unfettered: FM. ecns.cn The Chinese government has always been committed to keeping global industrial and supply chains stable and unfettered and taken various concrete steps to advance international cooperation on industrial and supply chains, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a regular press conference on Thursday.
(2023-11-24). China-made ARJ21 jet welcomes 10,000,000th passenger. ecns.cn China's domestically-produced ARJ21 regional jet of China Southern Airlines has served more than 10 million passengers by Friday as Flight CZ3892 took off from Guangzhou to Jieyang in Guangdong Province, marking a new milestone in the operation of home-made aircraft.
(2023-11-24). China to trial unilateral visa-free policy to six countries from Dec. 1. ecns.cn To further facilitate cross-border travel and China's high-quality development and high-standard opening up, China has decided to apply unilateral visa-free policy to six more countries on a trial basis, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced at a news briefing on Friday. The six countries are France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia.
(2023-11-24). Beijing to lift foreign equity limit in local telecom value-added services for expanded opening-up: State Council. ecns.cn China's State Council, the cabinet, on Thursday gave approval for Beijing to cancel the foreign equity limit in local telecom value-added services, in order to further promote the nation's services industry.
(2023-11-24). China unveils vision and action plan for the BRI development in next decade. ecns.cn China's Office of the Leading Group for Promoting the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) released the Vision and Actions for High-Quality Belt and Road Cooperation: Brighter Prospects for the Next Decade, in a bid to further promote the world stabilization and regional mutual development.
(2023-11-24). China launches website for the private economy bureau amid strong policy support. ecns.cn China has launched a website for the bureau for private economy development under the website of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), as the latest effort to boost the private economy.
(2023-11-24). 2023 Aero Asia show kicks off in Zhuhai. ecns.cn The 2023 Aero Asia show kicked off at the Zhuhai International Air Show Center on Thursday.
(2023-11-24). China sends experimental satellite into space. ecns.cn A Long March 2D carrier rocket carrying a satellite, named space-based Internet Technology Demonstrator, blasts off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province, Nov. 23, 2023.
(2023-11-24). Burial ceremony held for remains of Chinese soldiers killed in Korean War in Shenyang. ecns.cn Chinese soldiers escort caskets containing remains of Chinese People Volunteers martyrs killed in the 1950-53 Korean War during a burial ceremony at the Cemetery of Revolutionary Martyrs in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Nov. 24, 2023.
(2023-11-24). Danxia landform after snow in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Magnificent scenery of Danxia landform after snow, a landscape characterized by reddish sandstone features, in Hutubi County of Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
(2023-11-24). Desert park showcases 'Swan Lake' scene in Qinghai. ecns.cn Whooper swans, under China's second-class state protection, swim in a lake surrounded by a desert, transforming it to a "Swan Lake" scene in Ulan county, Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2023-11-24). Village hidden in morning mist. ecns.cn Houses and colorful trees hidden in early winter mist create an atmospheric scene in Yuexi County of Anqing City, east China's Anhui Province.
(2023-11-24). Fiji pins growth hopes on Chinese tourists, plans direct flights from HK. ecns.cn Chinese tourists can potentially boost Fiji's tourism as their numbers are expected to surge in the years to come, said Tourism Fiji, the tourism marketing arm of the Fijian government.
(2023-11-24). Sweet-toothed visitors treated with sugar-coated hawthorn in N China. ecns.cn Sweet-toothed visitors have been treated with sugar-coated hawthorn in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province.
(2023-11-24). Brics Leaders Condemn Israeli War Crimes in Gaza, Call For End of Hostilities. scheerpost.com 
Leaders of the IX Summit of the BRICS.. Photo from Wikimedia Commons by Beto Barata. | By Abdul Rahman / Leaders of the BRICS bloc called for an immediate end to the hostilities in Palestine in an online meeting held on Tuesday, November 21. | The meeting was attended by the heads of government of Brazil, Russia, China, S…
(2023-11-24). Doctors Gabor Maté and Tarek Loubani Discuss Israel's Medical Siege of Gaza. scheerpost.com Watch Part 1 of this discussion Dr. Gabor Maté and Dr. Tarek Loubani, a doctor who treats patients in Gaza and runs the Glia Project which provides medical supplies to impoverished areas, break down Israel's systematic destruction of medical practice in Gaza. Loubani recounts his own experiences to portray a horrendous site in which children …
(2023-11-24). Doctors Gabor Maté and Tarek Loubani Discuss Israel's Medical Siege of Gaza. scheerpost.com Watch Part 1 of this discussion Special thanks to Dr. Clare O'Conner for organizing this event at the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communications and Journalism. Dr. Gabor Maté and Dr. Tarek Loubani, a doctor who treats patients in Gaza and runs the Glia Project which provides medical supplies to impoverished areas, break …
(2023-11-24). How Incarcerated People are Helping At-Risk Youth Avoid Prison. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-24). LA Sheriff Promised Reform and Accountability. Critics See Neither a Year Later. scheerpost.com 
(2023-11-24). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 48: Ahead of Temporary Ceasefire, Israeli Forces Continue to Terrorize Hospitals. scheerpost.com 
A wounded Palestinian infant being treated at the overcrowded emergency ward of Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City following an Israeli airstrike on October 11, 2023. Photo from Wikimedia Commons | By Leila Warah / Casualties : | 14,100 killed*, including 5,840 children, and 32,…
(2023-11-24). Protesters Arrested Disrupting Macy's Parade Over Genocide in Gaza. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-24). Nov 24, 2023. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Old Crow Medicine Show — Wagon Wheel Never Stop Being Shocked By The Depravity Of The Empire, by Caitlin Johnstone Happy Thanksgiving, by Matt Taibbi Happy Thanksgiving: A celebration of gratitude in the midst of strife, by John Leake Reviving the Spirit of JFK 60 years after the coup, by Matthew Ehret (Video) On the consequences of the Kennedy coverup, by James K. Galbraith 'Is That Orwellian Or Kafkaesque Enough For You?' Guardian Removes Bin Laden's 'Letter To America' Norman Finkelstein on Israel-Hamas war (Video) Day 48: Ahead of temporary ceasefire, Israeli forces continue to terr…
(2023-11-24). President John F. Kennedy: His Life and Public Assassination by the CIA. dissidentvoice.org 
What is the truth, and where did it go? Ask Oswald and Ruby, they oughta know "Shut your mouth," said the wise old owl Business is business, and it's a murder most foul Don't worry, Mr. President Help's on the way Your brothers are coming, there'll be hell to pay Brothers? What brothers? What's this …
(2023-11-24). End the Insanity: For Nuclear Disarmament and Global Demilitarization. counterpunch.org 
(2023-11-24). António Guterres visits Antarctica with the Chilean president. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The Secretary General of the UN, António Guterres, continued his tour of Antarctica today, where together with the President of Chile, Gabriel Boric, he confirmed the damage caused by climate change in the so-called White Continent.
(2023-11-24). Cuban President praises productions of military-industrial company. plenglish.com Santa Clara, Cuba, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The president of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, today praised the contribution to the economy and the defense of the Empresa Militar Industrial (EMI) Batalla de Santa Clara, located in this city to the center of the country.
(2023-11-24). Cybersecurity day in Cuba pays tribute to Fidel Castro. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) With two audiovisual materials dedicated to the historical leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, on occasion of tomorrow's seven-year anniversary of his physical disappearance, the scientific event of the Second National Day of Cybersecurity.
(2023-11-24). Fidel Castro is remembered in Moscow. plenglish.com Moscow, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The workers of the Cuban state mission in the Russian Federation today paid tribute to the historical leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, seven years after his physical disappearance, Prensa reported. Latina.
(2023-11-24). Hygienic and safe tourism facilities increase in Cuba. plenglish.com Matanzas, Cuba, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The facilities with the Most Hygienic and Safe Tourism (T+HS) certification in the spa city of Varadero increased to 614, a figure that denotes the work in the main sun and beach destination of the country.
(2023-11-24). Violence in Guatemala still marks high averages. plenglish.com Guatemala City, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) Violence continues to mark life today in Guatemala, an average of 250 homicides per month, despite the fact that this year would close lower compared to the 2022 rates.
(2023-11-24). Tears flow as truce begins. electronicintifada.net An eerie silence prevails.
(2023-11-24). Pandora's New Arms Race. counterpunch.org 
Prologue Pandora was the first woman that Zeus, father of the gods and Greeks, schemed to tyrannize and, possibly, please men. The metallurgist god, Hephaistos, constructed Pandora on the advice and gifts of the rest of the gods. Myth says that the gods gave Pandora a Pithos / Jar full of virtues for the wellbeing
(2023-11-24). U.S. Poverty is More Entrenched Than Ever. counterpunch.org 
More Americans are poorer and persistently poorer than they have been in a long time. Since last year the number of people living in poverty in the U.S. increased by 15.3 million, as pandemic aid ended, according to CBS September 12. The census and CBS differ over how many American households endure penury, with the
(2023-11-24). Health Alert on mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine Safety in Florida. "Serious Adverse Events" Reported in 2022. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: Monterey: Don't Feed the War Machine! indybay.org
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: Santa Cruz: Shut it Down for Palestine on Black Friday. indybay.org Santa Cruz Clocktower, Pacific Ave & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: San Jose Prayer and Protest: Join Us to Demand a Permanent Ceasefire. indybay.org 1040 Olin Ave, San Jose…
(2023-11-24). Israeli Forces Knew Real Hamas HQ While Lying About Al-Shifa. popularresistance.org Although corporate news media have made it clear they don't buy the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claim that al-Shifa Hospital has been a cover for a Hamas command and control center and weapons armory, Western media have failed to report a much bigger story. | The IDF and the Israeli government already knew when they launched their propaganda campaign about al-Shifa that Hamas had no military command and control facility hidden there because it had already found the complex kilometers away. | As Consortium News reported last week, for 15 years the Israelis claimed Hamas was operating its primary command and contro…
(2023-11-24). Tso'l Food Episode 25: Look Fun. america.cgtn.com 
Hawaii's capital Honolulu is home to one of the oldest Chinatowns in the country. And it's a bustling hub for restaurants, shopping and the arts. In this installment of Tso'l Food, CGTN's Gerald Tan is letting his nose lead the way to discover a local favorite.
(2023-11-24). 35 Zionist Media Lies, the Killing of Children, Neo-Nazi Apartheid Israel. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Selected Articles: The Climate Change Mental Asylum — CO2 Fanatics Suffering from Ideological Insanity. globalresearch.ca 
By The UN climate change, sustainable development and green economy policies over the past 30 years are little more than worldwide marketing …
(2023-11-24). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2023-11-24). Neoliberalism, Democracy and the University as a Public Sphere. indybay.org What can educators and others concerned about the future of higher education do to make sure it is not colonized by corporate and other antidemocratic interests? First, educators & others need to figure out how to defend more vigorously higher education as a public good & how central it is in producing the formative culture necessary to educate young people to be critical & engaged.
(2023-11-24). Argentine organization sues to end US blockade against Cuba. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The Argentine League for Human Rights joined organizations worldwide that demand an end to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade the United States has imposed on Cuba for over six decades.
(2023-11-24). CARICOM congratulates Suriname on Independence Day. plenglish.com Georgetown, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) Carla Barnett, Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), extended on Friday her warmest congratulations to the Government and people of Suriname as they celebrate the 48th anniversary of their independence on November 25.
(2023-11-24). Commission launches EU green hydrogen auction. plenglish.com Brussels, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The European Commission launched its first EU green hydrogen auction on Thursday, with 800 million euros that should support subsidies to the industry and encourage private investment.
(2023-11-24). Pope Francis to receive Argentine President next week. plenglish.com According to the institution, it will be a protocol audience on the end of Fernández's term, and will take place at the Vatican Apostolic Palace. | The meeting will be held a few days before the official ceremony to change governments and the inauguration of President-elect Javier Milei, on December 10. | In several interviews to local media, such as Télam, His Holiness expressed his intention to visit Argentina next year. But his trip has been questioned due to Milei's insults and statements against Pope Francis. | On Tuesday, however, the press team of the leader of La Libertad Avanza (Freedom Advances) inform…
(2023-11-24). Prostate cancer focal therapy is cost effective and may improve patient outcomes. imperial.ac.uk Minimally invasive focal therapies for prostate cancer are associated with a lower overall cost and improved quality of life for patients.
(2023-11-24). South Korea minister visits Imperial to mark synthetic biology collaboration. imperial.ac.uk South Korea's Science Minister visited Imperial during the country's UK state visit to strengthen scientific ties between the two countries.
(2023-11-24). Fishery guidance and brain repair: News from Imperial. imperial.ac.uk Here's a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
(2023-11-24). Ukraine's backflip on Greece shows it cannot be trusted partner to Europe. infobrics.org Kiev and Athens clash over transportation of Russian oil.
(2023-11-24). Deal with Hamas reveals Israel's difficulties. infobrics.org The Zionist state was forced to make a temporary ceasefire deal due to the difficulties on the battlefield.
(2023-11-24). F-16s yet to arrive but Kiev regime already whining about modernization. infobrics.org The process of training Ukrainian pilots for some of the most basic F-16 variants is already taking too long. Retraining them for a modernized version would take even longer and that's without taking into account the time and resources needed to upgrade the existing F-16s slated for the Kiev regime forces. What's more, there's also the question of training the ground crews that are supposed to conduct maintenance, repairs and other logistics, further exacerbating the issue.
(2023-11-24). West pressures Ukraine to hold elections amid talks about land-for-peace deal. infobrics.org Washington has funded, supported and white-washed far-right violence and even neo-Nazism in Ukraine for years. So this time it might just try to find a way to get rid of Zelensky, as it often does with its allies, and proxies. And a former far-right activist Alexey Arestovich might be just the right man for the job.
(2023-11-24). S African Chambers of Commerce Welcome Initiatives by Indian Missions to Boost Trade. infobrics.org
(2023-11-24). Ethiopia's BRICS Membership to Promote South-South Cooperation: PM. infobrics.org Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said Ethiopia's membership in the BRICS mechanism is advantageous as the group promotes the South-South cooperation framework…
(2023-11-24). Algeria at the BRICS Doorstep: A Journey of Aspirations and Opportunities. infobrics.org At the 15th BRICS Summit in South Africa, Algeria's candidacy was not retained to join the 5-member grouping; six out of 23 candidates were chosen: Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. While politically, Algeria is the ideal candidate, its economic standing might not have been attractive enough, at least not yet. The pause before eventual membership in the BRICS at a later date should entice Algeria to accelerate long-overdue domestic reforms, reflect, innovate, and bolster efforts to position itself as an indisputable player on the global stage…
(2023-11-24). International Appeal to Invoke the Genocide and Apartheid Conventions to Protect the Palestinian People. libya360.wordpress.com With each day that passes, more precious lives are lost. Not only are the genocidal actions of the Zionist occupation regime escalating, emerging reports reveal projects of both the United States and Israel that involve plans for the extermination of the Palestinian people and the expropriation of their remaining lands. A genocide is happening in…
(2023-11-24). The Hannibal Directive: Was October 7th a Hamas or Israeli Massacre? libya360.wordpress.com William Van Wagenen Israel's controversial military policy of killing its own citizens to preserve national security may be its defining mistake of 7 October. Would there have even been a 'massacre' that day if Israel had not employed the Hannibal Directive? A farewell ceremony was recently held for 12-year-old Liel Hezroni, an Israeli girl from Kibbutz Be'eri…
(2023-11-24). Wars and Revolutionary Transformations. libya360.wordpress.com Christopher Black And maybe… something good does come out of this tragedy … the loss of America's claimed moral hegemony; a loss so severe that it can lead to a revolutionary transformation of nations' and peoples' world view, an awakening of their consciousness to a new reality of a future without American and European aggression,…
(2023-11-24). Workers Kick Off Black Friday With "Biggest Ever Global Strike Against Amazon" truthout.org Amazon workers and allies in dozens of countries around the world took to the streets Friday to protest the e-commerce behemoth's atrocious working conditions, low pay, union busting, tax dodging, and inaction on planet-warming emissions. The "Make Amazon Pay" strikes and rallies coincided with Black Friday, the busiest shopping day of the year and one of Amazon's most profitable. |
(2023-11-24). Rebirth of a Nation: US History According to DW Griffith. counterpunch.org 
Since many high school students across the country will be back to learning their history of the US from Birth of a Nation and Gone with the Wind, it's perhaps instructive to recall that when Birth of a Nation premiered at Clune's Auditorium in LA, to large protests by the NAACP, it was still called The Clansman, the title of the racist novel by Thomas Dixon it was based on. In fact, it's possible that the print that was shown at the White House, which generated such a frenzied reaction from Woodrow Wilson, was still called The Clansman. Dixon was a pal of Wilson's and had arranged the showing, the first film eve…
(2023-11-24). Al-Shifa Hosptial, Hamas's Tunnels, And Israeli Propaganda. indybay.org Al-Shifa's Tunnels Were Built by Israel…
(2023-11-24). These Are Western Countries Aiding Israel's Genocide In Gaza. popularresistance.org Now into its second month, Israel's war on Gaza has left the strip's northern section in shambles and killed over 14,000 Palestinians, with the majority being women and children. While Israel is launching the attacks on Gaza, several Western powers are also involved in the assault behind the scenes. MintPress News takes a deep dive into the countries sustaining Israel's war. Since Israel's war on Gaza began in October, several rights groups have initiated legal proceedings regarding arms exports to Israel. | On Nov. 6, Palestinian human rights organizations, Al-Haq, Al Mezan Center for Human Rights, and the Pales…
(2023-11-24). Saturday 12/2: REPORT FROM CHILE ON THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE US AFL-CIO SUPPORTED COUP. indybay.org San Jose Peace & Justice Center | 48 S. 7th St. | San Jose, CA 95112…
(2023-11-24). Environmental Pollution Lawsuit May Pump The Brakes On Cop City. popularresistance.org Earlier this month, the South River Watershed Alliance (SRWA) filed a civil rights complaint against the city of Atlanta, saying the rapid construction of a police training facility, locally known as Cop City, has caused environmental destruction to the surrounding community. The SRWA filed the complaint with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and says the project's location constitutes environmental racism. The facility's construction is planned for a predominantly Black residential area, despite the investors and organizers of the project hailing from mostly white residential areas, and a proposed 43% of…
(2023-11-24). Chaco Canyon's future: a pledge for environmental justice and tribal rights. nationofchange.org Amid environmental concerns and cultural significance, the Honoring Chaco Initiative aims to transform the Greater Chaco Landscape, but real progress remains in limbo.
(2023-11-24). The Trudeau Government Spent Millions in Grants for Developing Insect-Based Food. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Cuba and Vietnam to strengthen ties in biotechnology. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The Finlay Vaccines Institute of Cuba and the Vietnamese company Vabiotech agreed in this capital on Friday to strengthen ties in the field of biotechnology.
(2023-11-24). Cubana de Aviación starts selling tickets on line. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Aviation, Cuba's flagship airline, is selling tickets on line for its clients in both the country and abroad, including payment in cash or by bank transfers.
(2023-11-24). ECLAC warns about gender gaps in labor market. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The increase in women's participation in the regional labor market has slowed down and historic gender gaps has persisted in the last decade, the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) warned in a report.
(2023-11-24). Gaza Newborns Are Dying From Preventable Causes Due to Israeli Siege, Oxfam Says. truthout.org Humanitarian workers in Gaza on Thursday said their daily experiences struggling to take care of pregnant people and babies demonstrate why a four-day pause in fighting is far from sufficient to save the lives of the blockaded enclave's most vulnerable residents, including newborns who have begun to die from preventable causes. As Israel's blockade continues to keep Gaza authorities from providing… |
(2023-11-24). Classified: The Secret Radiation Files. counterpunch.org 
In 1987, a year after the Chernobyl accident, the US Health Physics Society met in Columbia, Maryland. Health physicists are scientists who are responsible for radiological protection at nuclear power plants, nuclear weapons plants, and hospitals. They are called on in cases of nuclear accidents. The conference's keynote speaker came from the Department of Energy
(2023-11-24). Tunnels for Safety and Tunnels for Death. counterpunch.org 
It's one thing to burrow beneath the ground, digging to construct a tunnel for refuge, a passage of goods, or to store weapons during a time of war. It's quite another to use one hand, as a small child, to try and dig your way out of the rubble that has collapsed upon you. Professor
(2023-11-24). Unauthorized Disclosure: Ben Norton. thedissenter.org Thanks for subscribing and supporting the "Unauthorized Disclosure" podcast. | On this week's episode, Ben Norton, the editor of Libertarian fascist Javier Milei beat center-right candidate Sergio Massa, who is Argentina's economic minister. Ben outlines who Milei is, how he became a popular figure, and the authoritarian policies that Milei promoted in his campaign. | Ben responds to a couple clips from the United States, where right-wing personalities cheered Mile…
(2023-11-24). 2023 National Native American Heritage Day – Polo Oo Boat Launch. indybay.org California Pioneers of Pan African Ancestry have a long and cherished relationship with our extended family, A'ho all my relations and embrace Polo Oo as Shingle Springs Miwok Elders partner with the managed lands of California State Parks along today's Lake Natoma.
(2023-11-24). Russia Claims to Foil Major Ukrainian Attack on Crimea. news.antiwar.com Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks targeting the Crimean Peninsula since Russia invaded the country last year. The Russian Defense Ministry reported downing 16 Ukrainian drones near or above Crimea. The attack on the critical peninsula comes as Russian forces are close to taking a key city in the Donbas. According to the …
(2023-11-24). Cuba turns to aquaponics to solve food shortage. america.cgtn.com 
Cubans have been looking at ways to solve Cuba's food shortage and boost the economy. Two of the city's entrepreneurs have been doing that with a green food production technology called aquaponics. CGTN's Luis Chirino reports.
(2023-11-24). Fintech expands in Latin America. america.cgtn.com 
Financial technology, better known as 'fintech', is rapidly expanding in Latin America, as it introduces new ways to bank and conduct transactions. CGTN's Alasdair Baverstock reports from Mexico City.
(2023-11-24). U.S. consumer spending expected to reach record high. america.cgtn.com 
The U.S. is dealing with sky-high interest rates and credit card debt, but even that is not enough to stop Americans from spending money this holiday season. According to the National Retail Federation, Americans are expected to spend a record amount in the months of November and December. CGTN's Karina Mitchell reports.
(2023-11-24). Lloyd Austin and Richard Haass Refuse to Admit Ukraine's Defeat. sonar21.com 
Joe Scarborough and Richard Haass | I realize this is a bit of old news, but recent comments by Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Richard Haass, long-term diplomat and former head of the Council on Foreign Relations, bears revisiting. Their remarks on the dire situation in Ukraine reflects a combination of delusion and magical thinking. They are not lying in the sense that they know they are saying something that is deliberately false. I think they genuinely believe what they are saying. The only way they will come to their senses is when Russia forces Ukraine to surrender. But when that happens, these guy…
(2023-11-24). Mass Migration, Depopulation. "Ukrainians are Fleeing Ukraine". Kiev Regime Trying to "Prevent Escapes" on the Western Transcarpathian Border. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Discarded Toys Are Creating an Electronic Waste Crisis. Here's How to Stop It. truthout.org This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist's weekly newsletter here. With the holiday season fast approaching, parents around the world are deciding which new toys to purchase for their kids this year. Many will opt for classic favorites like Lego bricks, Mr. Potato Heads, Jenga sets, and Barbie dolls. Others will choose toys with more high-tech flair — like remote-controlled… |
(2023-11-24). Medio Oriente: Estados Unidos necesita la guerra. globalizacion.ca
(2023-11-24). The Black Misleaders Promote Zionism. popularresistance.org In 2021 this columnist wrote, "The Palestine Litmus Test." At that time Israel was carrying out one of its periodic attacks against Gaza, deliberately targeting civilians, and in doing so practicing war crimes. Now the zionist state is intent on completely destroying Gaza, killing as many people as possible and driving out the survivors so that the region can be open for settlement and for oil and gas extraction. | The horrific scenes of carnage have evoked revulsion for millions of people in the United States and around the world. Huge protests have taken place nationally and internationally and the zionists fin…
(2023-11-24). ExxonMobil's Land Grab. counterpunch.org 
Attacks on Venezuela by the USA and its allies include 930 illegal sanctions that shut the country out from international finance blocking it from buying medicines, food or producing or selling its oil. Also there have been direct and indirect support for coup d'etat attempts, street violence leading to murders and injuries, cyberattacks on its
(2023-11-24). Imagine A Central Income Distribution Institution. popularresistance.org Many years ago, I learned that the Faroe Islands has a peculiar process for compensating workers. There, employers pay each worker's entire paycheck to the tax authority, which removes any taxes owed and then remits the remainder to each worker's linked bank account. As part of this process, the tax authority also rolls in any welfare payments an individual is owed when making its periodic payments. Beyond these practical advantages, the idea of a central income distribution institution (CIDI) — i.e. a government entity that all income payments are routed through, even factor income payments like wages, div…
(2023-11-24). Return to Bosnia-Herzegovina: the Not-So-Safe Areas. counterpunch.org 
This is the ninth part in a series about Bosnia-Herzegovina thirty years after its civil wars. Srebrenica-Potočari Genocide Memorial and Cemetery near the eastern Bosnian town of Srebrenica, one of the so-called UN "safe areas" (that wasn't) during the 1992-95 Yugoslav wars. Photo: Matthew Stevenson Martin Bell's book about the Yugoslav war, In Harm's Way:
(2023-11-24). National Day of Action Of All Medical School Students For Ceasefire. indybay.org There will be a national day of action at all most medical schools in the US on Nov22 for a cease fire…
(2023-11-24). John F. Kennedy, 60 Years after his Death: Encounters with Evil. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Venezuelan Opposition Politician María Corina Machado's Changing Opinions on ICJ's Jurisdiction in Essequibo Dispute. orinocotribune.com The Geneva Agreement, signed in 1966 between Venezuela, the United Kingdom, and the then colony of British Guyana, is the only instrument in force that constitutes the legal basis for resolving the dispute over the Essequibo territory. For this reason, Venezuela denounces the self-imposition of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the main judicial body of the United Nations, as the arbitrator intending to solve the territorial dispute. | Once upon a time, this position was defended by far-right Venezuelan politician María Corina Machado, who stated in 2018 that the Geneva Agreement was the only way to reach…
(2023-11-24). Israel wants to pull the U.S. into a regional confrontation, but Biden remains reluctant. mondoweiss.net 
Israel has larger war aims than Hamas, and is deliberately provoking a regional war to draw the U.S. into the fray. Biden has made halfhearted efforts to cool the situation, but he needs to be bolder in reining Israel in before it's too late.
(2023-11-24). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 49: Four-day truce begins in Gaza after a night of heavy bombardment. mondoweiss.net 
A window of respite opens on Friday with a hostage swap due to take place in the afternoon, after Israeli forces hit Indonesian hospital and an UNRWA school. Israeli forces kill a 12-year-old Palestinian boy in the occupied West Bank, and settlers continue to harass Palestinian communities.
(2023-11-24). Why the United Arab Emirates is a Poor Choice for a Global Climate Summit. counterpunch.org 
It is no joke; the man who will preside over the upcoming climate summit, COP28 (which will take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from November 30 to December 12), is the chief oil executive of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), the third largest oil company in the Arabian Peninsula: Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, who also is the United Arab Emirates Minister for Industry
(2023-11-24). Tuesday 11/28: Stop the City of Santa Cruz from Buying Automatic License Plate Readers. indybay.org Council Chambers, Santa Cruz City Hall, 809 Center St, Santa Cruz | The proposal to purchase Automatic License Plate Readers is #15 on the city council consent agenda, and will be heard shortly after 12: 30 PM.
(2023-11-24). Day 48 roundtable: What can we read into Gaza "pause"? electronicintifada.net The first stage of the prisoner release "is a historic achievement," says Jon Elmer.
(2023-11-24). Why They Are Laughed At. smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2023-11-24). Atilio Borón: Milei's Triumph in Argentina Was a Neatly Planned Media Construction (Interview). orinocotribune.com Correo del Alba interviewed renowned Argentinian political scientist and intellectual Atilio Borón about far-right Javier Milei's victory in the Argentinian presidential elections. | Milei is what is known today in the political field as an outsider. How did this controversial figure, supported by young people, mostly men, rise meteorically? Did the Peronist old guard not see it coming? Is it responsible for the results of November 19? | Let's go by parts. First, Milei was an outsider in the political field, but not in the media. Mariana Moyano, the journalist who unfortunately disappeared a few weeks ago, verifi…
(2023-11-24). China Warns US, Philippines Not To Harm Its Sovereignty, Rights. orinocotribune.com By Yang Sheng and Liu Xuanzun — Nov 22, 2023 | Joint patrol shows 'poor military capability, nothing meaningful but bluffing' | China on Wednesday warned the US and the Philippines that their recent joint naval patrols near Chinese territorial waters should not harm China's sovereignty and maritime interests, with analysts saying the military activities by Washington and Manila showed the two countries have no sincerity to ease tension. | Chinese military experts said the vessels and aircrafts that are participating in the patrol showed poor combat capability and lack of effective collaborative capacity betw…
(2023-11-24). How Will Gaza's Fire Burn Mahmoud Abbas? orinocotribune.com By Khalil Harb — Nov 22, 2023 | The aging Palestinian leader faces his worst nightmare: His Israeli partners massacring Palestinians in Gaza, a possible Third Intifada in the West Bank, and widespread popular support for armed resistance against his benefactors. The threats could be existential for the PA. | The overlooked casualty of Israel's Gaza genocide is its West Bank Palestinian partner — the Palestinian Authority (PA) — now teetering on the brink of crisis as its ailing President Mahmoud Abbas confronts three formidable threats. | Whether it's absorbing the fallout from the occupation state…
(2023-11-24). M.S. Swaminathan Lives on in the Hearts of India's Farmers. counterpunch.org 
Young Vishal Khule, the son of a famer in Akola's Dadham village, took his own life in 2015. Seen here are Vishal's father, Vishwanath Khule and his mother Sheela (on the right); elder brother Vaibhav and their neighbour Jankiram Khule with Vishal's paternal uncle (to the left). Dadham, with a population of 1,500, is among
(2023-11-24). Butterflies in Space. counterpunch.org One of the personal items that perished with Israeli astronaut Colonel Ilan Ramon when he died in the Columbia space shuttle disaster on February 1, 2003 was a drawing called Mountains of the Moon made by Petr Ginz in Terezín. Petr Ginz was a 14-year-old Jewish boy killed in Auschwitz. Terezín or Theresienstadt is a town
(2023-11-24). Demands Grow For A Permanent Ceasefire. popularresistance.org In the early hours of November 22, Israeli and Hamas officials announced that they accepted the agreement brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States for a 4-day pause in aggression in the Gaza Strip, which includes the exchange of 150 Palestinian political prisoners for 50 non-military Israeli hostages, as well as the entry of 300 trucks of humanitarian aid into the besieged Gaza Strip. | This temporary pause comes after Israel has slaughtered over 14,500 Palestinians in Gaza, with 7,000 still trapped under the rubble and over 35,000 wounded. Israel's airstrikes on hospitals and civilian infrastructure as we…
(2023-11-24). As medical establishments lag behind, health workers are in the forefront of demanding ceasefire in Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org Health workers worldwide have demanded immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, but not all medical associations are backing up their demands.
(2023-11-24). The 2023 APEC Conference: "Working Towards a Joint Future with Benefits for All". Strained US-China Relations, Biden Meets Xi. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Babies evacuated from al-Shifa hospital transferred to Rafah before evacuation to Egypt. presstv.ir More than 30 premature babies evacuated from Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital receive care at the Emirates hospital in Rafah.
(2023-11-24). Gazans hold mass funeral for family members killed in Israeli airstrike. presstv.ir Palestinians bid farewell to 45 members of a family killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-24). Tens of thousands rally in Lahore in support of Palestine. presstv.ir Tens of thousands gather in Lahore in support of Gaza amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
(2023-11-24). Group of 28 babies evacuated from war-torn Gaza arrive in Egypt. presstv.ir A group of 28 premature infants evacuated from the besieged Gaza City arrived in Egypt.
(2023-11-24). London demo calls for lifting of Israeli blockade of Gaza. presstv.ir Demonstrators gathered on World Children's Day in London to demand an end to the Gaza blockade.
(2023-11-24). Aftermath of Israeli airstrikes on Jabalia refugee camp, wounded in hospital. presstv.ir Scenes of devastation could be seen in Jabalia refugee camp following Israeli airstrikes.
(2023-11-24). Thousands of Canadian civil servants go on strike in Quebec. presstv.ir Thousands of school, hospital and social services workers in Canada's Quebec province walk off their jobs.
(2023-11-24). Mexican army deployed after capture of Sinaloa Cartel's alleged security boss. presstv.ir The Mexican Army was deployed on Wednesday (November 22) in the streets of Culiacan after the National Guard captured Nestor Isidro Perez Salas, or "El Nini."
(2023-11-24). Iran president: Israel suffered 'humiliating defeat' in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says Israel suffered a "humiliating defeat" at the hands of the Palestinians who managed to "incapacitate" the regime in Gaza.
(2023-11-24). Nasrallah: Resistance will emerge victorious in Gaza war against Israel. presstv.ir The Hezbollah chief and the Iranian foreign minister discuss the latest developments in the region during a meeting in the Lebanese capital of Beirut.
(2023-11-24). America's youth name Biden 'Genocide Joe'. presstv.ir Biden has earned a new nickname among America's youth which reveals the depth of support for Israel: 'Genocide Joe'.
(2023-11-24). Hezbollah targets Israeli military base with 48 Katyusha rockets. presstv.ir The Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement Hezbollah fires 48 Katyusha rockets at an Israeli military base.
(2023-11-24). Palestinian photojournalist killed by Israeli airstrike on Gaza refuge camp. presstv.ir A Palestinian photojournalist along with a number of family members has been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a refugee camp in the besieged Gaza Strip…
(2023-11-24). In Netherlands, anti-Islam Wilders wins general elections. presstv.ir Geert Wilders has been advocating the "de-Islamization" of the Netherlands.
(2023-11-24). Cost-of-living crisis: UK households face worse winter amid rising energy bills. presstv.ir Energy regulator Ofgem has increased the maximum price suppliers can charge for a typical household's annual gas and electricity use.
(2023-11-24). IRGC chief: 'Galloping' Israeli regime stopped in Gaza. presstv.ir The head of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Israel's "galloping" invasion of the Gaza Strip has come to a sudden halt after the regime conceded to a truce in its war on the Palestinian territory.
(2023-11-24). Qatar says four-day Gaza truce to start on Friday morning. presstv.ir For every Israeli captive released, there will be three Palestinian prisoners released, namely women and children.
(2023-11-24). Iranian FM, Hamas chief meet ahead of Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held talks with Hamas politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh in Doha where he has traveled as part of a regional tour for consultations amid the Israeli invasion of Gaza.
(2023-11-24). Hamas: We frustrated Israeli enemy's plan for 'swift victory' in Gaza. presstv.ir Hamas says it has frustrated the Israeli enemy's plan for achieving a "swift victory" in its ongoing war against Gaza.
(2023-11-24). Demonstrators clash with riot police after Dublin knife attack. presstv.ir Anti-immigrant protesters clash with riot police in Dublin following a knife attack that injured five people..
(2023-11-24). Spanish PM 'whitewashing war criminal Netanyahu,' outspoken ex-minister says. presstv.ir A former Spanish minister, who has been openly censuring the West's mum on the genocidal Israeli war on Gaza, persists with her outspoken criticism.
(2023-11-24). Cuban president leads anti-Israel demo in front of US embassy. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of Cubans have staged a demonstration in front of the US embassy in Havana condemning Israel for committing "genocide" against Palestinians in Gaza.
(2023-11-24). Hundreds of Australian students in Sydney protest for Palestinians. presstv.ir Hundreds of Australian students skipped class in Sydney to protest for the freedom of Palestinians.
(2023-11-24). Truce officially starts in Gaza after seven weeks of Israeli aggression. presstv.ir A four-day truce has taken effect in the besieged Gaza Strip after seven weeks of massacres committed by the Israeli regime against Palestinians.
(2023-11-24). Hamas chief hails 'political and military victory', thanks Iran. presstv.ir Hamas says the truce agreement was a political victory that was based on the victory of the resistance in the field.
(2023-11-24). Pfizer's "Secret" Report on the Covid Vaccine. Beyond Manslaughter. The Evidence is Overwhelming. The Vaccine Should Be Immediately Withdrawn Worldwide. globalresearch.ca Pfizer was fully aware that the mRNA vaccine which it is marketing Worldwide would result in a wave of mortality and morbidity. This is tantamount to a crime against humanity on the part of Big Pharma.
(2023-11-24). Israel's Genocidal Antisemitism Against the Arab Civilians of Gaza. counterpunch.org 
"It should never have happened," an elderly Holocaust survivor of a Nazi death camp told the New York Times. He was referring to the colossal failure on October 7th, of Israel's touted high-tech military and intelligence operations that opened the door to Hamas' attack on Israeli soldiers and civilians. In many parliamentary countries, the government
(2023-11-24). How Gaza United the World. counterpunch.org 
For decades, the struggle for national liberation in Palestine was rightly understood to be part and parcel of a global struggle for liberation, mainly in the Global South. And since national liberation movements were, per definition, the struggle for indigenous people to assert their collective rights for freedom, equality and justice, the Palestinian struggle was
(2023-11-24). Argentina: La anomalía salvaje. indybay.org Argentina: La anomalía salvaje | 14 millones votaron para que llegue a dominar la motosierra ultraneolliberal: anarcocapitalismo…
(2023-11-24). Carta de una mujer mapuche a una mujer palestina. indybay.org
(2023-11-24). Friday 11/24: Emeryville: Black Friday Rally and Protest. indybay.org Shellmound St. & Ohlone Way, Emeryville…
(2023-11-24). Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger has started a database of encyclopaedias to challenge Wikipedia's dominance. expose-news.com Wikipedia has become a bastion of establishment propaganda that no longer even pretends to be neutral on the controversies of the day, and this is very dangerous to society, explained Wikipedia co-founder …
(2023-11-24). EU Digital Identity: Eurocrats want to create a regime in which citizens are increasingly controlled by Brussels. expose-news.com The agreement between the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on the EU Digital Identity Wallet is open to abuse and gives Brussels the ability to deny people rights …
(2023-11-24). Dr. Jill Glasspool Malone: How the covid pandemic has advanced the UN's aim of becoming the One World Government. expose-news.com By globally synchronising the public health response across the United Nations ("UN") member states, new powers were granted to the UN. These universally applied regulations and multilateral agreements have created a vast …
(2023-11-24). When is 'a Humanitarian Pause' Genocidal? counterpunch.org 
We know something about 'the fog of war,' its hidden motivations, its devious methods and justifications, and its subtle unacknowledged change of goals, but most of us trust mainstream media despite the 'discourse fog,' that is, the partisan use of language and 'facts' to twist 'the hearts and minds' of viewers and readers in. Even when, as during this period since October 7th, the events and images are so rending, there is a deliberate, unacknowledged, perhaps automatic, to create perceptions of ethical symmetry between antagonists and indulge 'war is hell' reactions in which both sides are locked in a death dan…
(2023-11-24). Consorting With the Enemy. counterpunch.org 
Having just returned from almost three weeks in Vietnam, traveling its length with a group of veterans on a tour sponsored by Veterans For Peace, one was left with the indelible impression, like the thousands of bomb craters that still scar that beautiful land, that the American War, as the Vietnamese refer to it, was,
(2023-11-24). Did Israel Really Create Hamas? thelastamericanvagabond.com As debate rages on about the current war between armed Palestinian factions and Israel, a prominent argument claims Israel is now facing "blowback" for its policy of aiding Hamas, the party that governs the Gaza Strip. So, did Israel create, fund, or promote Hamas? To understand the political party/armed group known as Hamas, we first
(2023-11-24). On the Perpetration of Mass-Death Events. orinocotribune.com By Roger Stoll — Nov 20, 2023 | The holocaust now visited on Palestine by the US/Israel is unique in many ways. Rates of killing and maiming exceed those of previous Israeli assaults on Gaza, the perpetrators announce their genocidal intent with unusual frankness, and Western media and official apologists are especially shameless. | But in a world under centuries of West European domination, this particular intentional genocide/mass-death event ought to seem familiar. These mass killings have always been necessary for the global system to function, providing land for settlement, cultivation and resource extr…
(2023-11-24). The USA Gets High. counterpunch.org 
Since 1967, the Jefferson Airplane has been bewitching teenagers with the observation from their song "White Rabbit": "One pill makes you larger/and one pill makes you small…." Drug warriors have never liked this tune, while the Airplane's lead singer Grace Slick once sarcastically remarked that the line "Feed your head" from the same song was
(2023-11-24). Amazon's Black Friday fiasco: over 1000 workers rebel in historic pay dispute strike. nationofchange.org As Black Friday sales surged, Amazon faced an unprecedented labor revolt. Over a thousand workers across the globe downed tools in a landmark strike, challenging the retail giant on wages and working conditions in a historic show of worker solidarity.
(2023-11-24). Still waiting for the war to stop. electronicintifada.net Israel has fired on people from northern Gaza as they tried to go home.
(2023-11-24). Israel Already Violated "Ceasefire", Gareth Porter Exposes Al-Shifa Lie & Fox/IDF Caught Faking News. 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 (11/24/23). 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
(2023-11-24). Jeff Berwick Interview — Understanding Anarchy, Israeli False Flags & What Happened At Anarchapulco? thelastamericanvagabond.com Joining me today is Jeff Berwick, founder of Anarchapulco, here to discuss a major hurricane that recently hit the Anarchapulco event in Mexico — which received shockingly little coverage — and why he feels this was actually an attack on the event itself. We also discuss his opinions surrounding the developing story of October 7th,
(2023-11-24). My kind neighbor was tortured while working in Israel. electronicintifada.net Released by Israel, Gaza workers imprisoned after 7 October tell stories of beatings and humiliation.
(2023-11-24). Our Rich: Fooling Themselves and Fouling Our Planet. inequality.org
(2023-11-24). Stanford Students Rise Up as Japan's Kishida, S Korea's Yoon Speak on Campus Pt I. indybay.org Three short .MOV reels under 30 seconds each. | Activists rallied then marched through the Stanford campus on the afternoon of November 17 while the leaders of Japan and the Republic of Korea held a summit discussion moderated by former US Secretary Condoleeza Rice.
(2023-11-24). Stanford Students Rise Up as Japan's Kishida, S Korea's Yoon Speak on Campus Pt II. indybay.org Loud drumming, shaman-inspired dancing, chanting, and student speeches arose on the Stanford University campus on November 17th when a coalition gathered to protest outside the Hoover Institution. President Yoon of the Republic of Korea (ROK/South Korea) and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan were speaking there at a joint event celebrating increasing military and economic alliances amongst the US, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. | photos via @saaacofficial and @raging_grannies (instagram)…
(2023-11-24). Argentina: Far-Right Politician Patricia Bullrich Will Be Milei's Minister of Security. orinocotribune.com 
Argentina's far-right politician and former presidential candidate Patricia Bullrich (for the right-wing coalition Juntos por el Cambio or JxC) will be appointed as minister of Security of president-elect Javier Milei's government starting on December 10, Argentinian daily La Nación reported. | Bullrich held the same post in the government of neoliberal President Mauricio Macri (2015-2019), and in that period she starred in some controversies for defending the Gendarmerie, held responsible for the disappearance and death of activist Santiago Maldonado in 2017, and for supporting ex-cop Luis Chocobar, convicted of…
(2023-11-24). Former Obama Advisor Bragged About Murdered Palestinian Children, Arrested for Hate Crime. orinocotribune.com 
Stuart Seldowitz, a former White House advisor during the Obama administration, was arrested by the New York Police Department for verbally assaulting and harassing a food vendor with Islamophobic comments. | New York City Council Member Julie Menin reported that the suspect is in police custody and has been arrested. The arrest came after videos went viral on November 21, in which the former Obama aide is seen insulting and threatening a street food vendor of Egyptian origin, whose identity has not been revealed. | "UPDATE in Street Vendor Case in Our Community: The Suspect is in NYPD custody and has been arrest…
(2023-11-24). Stop Cop City: Nationwide Subsidiary Attacked in Walnut Creek. indybay.org This bit of news comes to us courtesy of Scenes from the Atlanta Forest, a website covering the movement to Stop Cop City.
(2023-11-24). Ta-Nehisi Coates and Rashid Khalidi on Israeli Occupation, Apartheid & the 100-Year War on Palestine. democracynow.org 
In this special broadcast, we air excerpts from a recent event organized by the Palestine Festival of Literature at the Union Theological Seminary here in New York. The event featured a discussion between the acclaimed writer Ta-Nehisi Coates and Columbia University professor Rashid Khalidi. Coates won the National Book Award for his book Between the World and Me. Rashid Khalidi is the Edward Said professor of modern Arab studies at Columbia. His books include The Hundred Years' War on Palestine. Their conversation was moderated by civil rights attorney Michelle Alexander.
(2023-11-24). "The Mandates of Conscience": Michelle Alexander on Israel, Gaza, MLK & Speaking Out in a Time of War. democracynow.org 
"But We Must Speak: On Palestine and the Mandates of Conscience." That was the name of a recent event organized by the Palestine Festival of Literature here in New York, where leading writers and academics came together to speak out against Israel's bombardment of Gaza. Speakers included Yasmin El-Rifae of PalFest and the civil rights attorney Michelle Alexander, author of The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness.
(2023-11-24). Cuba Marches in Support of Palestine. orinocotribune.com 
The president of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, marched at the forefront of a mass demonstration down the central Malecón boardwalk in Havana, the capital of Cuba, to support the cause of Palestine and condemn the crimes against humanity committed by the Israeli settler regime. | Convened by the Union of Young Communists (UJC) of the island, thousands of people marched down the streets chanting slogans in favor of the occupied Palestinian people this Thursday, November 23. | Hoy acompañamos la marcha de los jóvenes palestinos y cubanos en La Habana. Nuestros corazones y también nuestros actos están y estarán siempre ju…
(2023-11-24). Cease Fire! Yellowstone Buffalo Need to Recover. counterpunch.org It is time for a cease-fire in the so-called buffalo hunts that take place on the western and northern edges of Yellowstone National Park. Last winter was the worst "hunting" season the buffalo suffered since the 19th century. Winter came early and hard and we witnessed one of the largest migrations into Montana long before
(2023-11-24). More Reflections on the Current Mideast War. counterpunch.org 
(2023-11-24). Palestine's Resistance Has Already Won In Gaza. popularresistance.org No matter the outcome of Israel's genocidal invasion of Gaza, the Palestinian resistance fighters have already won. | They were victorious from that first day when they executed a successful military raid of Israeli targets. It was a devastating blow to Israel's very presence in the world, which depends heavily on military prestige and ability to strike terror in the indigenous Palestinian population and surrounding Arab neighbors. | Hamas specifically targeted the heavily fortified colonies Israel has been installing and expanding for decades around all Palestinian centers of life. Like all Zionist colonies, tho…
(2023-11-24). ONU-Mujeres: dos madres son asesinadas en Gaza cada hora. telesurtv.net El número de palestinos asesinados por las fuerzas de ocupación aumentó a 14.532, donde se incluyen más de 6.000 niños y 4.000 mujeres.
(2023-11-24). TSE ratifica candidatura de Bukele a comicios presidenciales. telesurtv.net Tras Bukele inscribir su candidatura el pasado 26 de octubre, un grupo de abogados presentó un recurso en contra por "violar" hasta seis artículos de la Constitución que prohíben la reelección presidencial inmediata.
(2023-11-24). Realizan marchas en Irán, Yemen y Qatar en apoyo a Palestina. telesurtv.net En Doha, Qatar, miles de personas con banderas y grandes carteles, expresaron con consignas su solidaridad con Gaza y en contra del genocidio.
(2023-11-24). España conmemorará Día de la No Violencia contra la Mujer. telesurtv.net El Foro Madrid 25N insta este sábado a una marcha llamando a la unidad contra la violencia machista, con el lema "Unidad Ciudadana y Respuesta Institucional".
(2023-11-24). Otorgarán premio Juego Limpio en Parapanamericanos de Chile. telesurtv.net El instante de Juego Limpio debe demostrarse mediante de un testimonio gráfico, imagen de video y/o reportaje de los profesionales acreditados que cubren los 17 deportes y 18 disciplinas.
(2023-11-24). Entran primeros camiones de ayuda a Gaza en medio de tregua. telesurtv.net Egipto recibirá un grupo de niños heridos y lesionados para que reciban tratamiento, además de extranjeros y personas con doble nacionalidad.
(2023-11-24). Milei incluye ministros macristas en futuro Gabinete argentino. telesurtv.net Patricia Bullrich, la otrora adversaria del presidente electo (a la que acusó de poner bombas en jardines de infantes), se hará cargo el Ministerio de Seguridad.
(2023-11-24). Frustran plan sionista de impedir cantar a Roger Waters en Chile. telesurtv.net La maniobra legal sionista fue denunciada por artistas chilenos, pues el recurso "retrotraía a los tiempos oscuros de la dictadura de Augusto Pinochet".
(2023-11-24). Protestas antimineras esperan resolución del Supremo panameño. telesurtv.net Sucede justo cuando los magistrados de la CSJ fueron convocados para comenzar sesión permanente para el análisis, debate y discusión del proyecto de ley sobre minería.
(2023-11-24). Presidente paraguayo anuncia plan de combate anticorrupción. telesurtv.net Insistió que mediante esta estrategia se instala una mesa de diálogo en la lucha contra este flagelo, en "busca de un futuro mejor".
(2023-11-24). Terminan alegatos ante Supremo de Panamá sobre contrato minero. telesurtv.net A partir de este viernes el pleno de la Corte Suprema de Justicia (CSJ) se declarará en sesión permanente para debatir los diferentes alegatos hasta que se encuentren en condiciones de emitir su decisión.
(2023-11-24). Al menos 18 casas destruidas por incendios en oeste de Australia. telesurtv.net Las llamas, que cubren un perímetro de 67 kilómetros, han quemado 31 construcciones, entre ellas cobertizos y cabañas.
(2023-11-24). España evalúa posible reconocimiento a Palestina como Estado. telesurtv.net Pedro Sánchez afirmó que, si la Unión Europea no reconoce a Palestina como Estado, España "adoptará su propia decisión".
(2023-11-24). Honduras rechaza ley antinmigrante aprobada por Texas, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Según Tegucigalpa, la ley que impulsa la deportación de migrantes "pondría en entredicho las normas internacionales".
(2023-11-24). Aumentan a 30 las muertes por ciclón en República Dominicana. telesurtv.net El Centro de Operaciones de Emergencias confirmó los decesos y precisó que la última víctima no se ha identificado.
(2023-11-24). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net El comandante militar de las Brigadas Ezzedin Al-Qassam de la Resistencia Palestina, Mohammed Deif, anunció el inicio de la operación Diluvio de Al-Aqsa.
(2023-11-24). Congreso hondureño sin acuerdo para elegir a Tribunal superior. telesurtv.net Bancadas oficialista y opositora nombran por separado comisiones a cargo de la elección de magistrados para el Tribunal Superior de Cuentas.
(2023-11-24). Comienza intercambio de rehenes y prisioneros entre Hamás e Israel. telesurtv.net El grupo de israelíes y deotras nacionalidades cruzó a Egipto a través del cruce de Rafah, mientras que los palestinos fueron liberados cerca de Ramallah, en Cisjordania ocupada.
(2023-11-24). Yulimar Rojas invita a venezolanos a votar sí por el Esequibo. telesurtv.net La reina del triple salto llamó a sus compatriotas a defender el Esequibo y ejercer el voto durante el referendo consultivo del próximo 3 de diciembre.
(2023-11-24). Comienza tregua entre Israel y Hamás en la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Este es el primer alto el fuego que acuerdan ambas partes en las siete semanas que se han desarrollado las hostilidades.
(2023-11-24). Cubano Robiel Sol impone récord mundial en salto largo en Parapanamericanos. telesurtv.net El sitio oficial de las competencias que se efectúan en la capital chilena calificó a Sol como la estrella de la jornada al imponer una marca de 7.74 metros.
(2023-11-24). Felicitan al presidente venezolano en ocasión de su cumpleaños. telesurtv.net Bajo su liderazgo, desde marzo de 2013, continúa la Revolución Bolivariana y la concreción de los sueños del comandante Hugo Chávez.
(2023-11-24). Israel arresta a director de hospital Al Shifa de Gaza. telesurtv.net La ministra de Sanidad de Gaza, Mai Alkaila, condenó la detención del Abu Salmiya y dijo que "la ocupación israelí sigue haciendo la vista gorda a todas las leyes y convenciones humanitarias internacionales".
(2023-11-24). Chile envía ayuda a Bolivia para contrarrestar incendios. telesurtv.net Esta donación se suma al apoyo internacional que han brindado Venezuela y Francia para ayudar a extinguir las llamas que continúan azotando zonas del país.
(2023-11-24). Autoridades indias próximas a liberar obreros atrapados en túnel. telesurtv.net "La región es muy débil desde el punto de vista tectónico, porque se producen muchos terremotos", declaró el geólogo Chittenipattu Puthenveettil Rajendran.
(2023-11-24). Más de 30 detenidos en Irlanda por disturbios tras apuñalamiento. telesurtv.net Policía señaló que los manifestantes pusieron petardos, incendiaron autobuses y tranvías, y arrojaron objetos contundentes contra establecimientos con el objetivo de saquearlos.
(2023-11-24). México reconstruirá casas afectadas por el huracán Otis. telesurtv.net Para esta tarea el Estado mexicano ha destinado el equivalente a más de 3.000 millones de dólares,. Presidente López Obrador ha dicho que se entregará directamente a la población damnificada.
(2023-11-24). Organizaciones sociales argentinas envían avión con ayuda a Gaza. telesurtv.net La donación incluye aceite, fideos, arroz y legumbres. El avión llegará a Gaza a través de la Cruz Roja Argentina y la Media Luna Roja Egipcia.
(2023-11-24). Fiscalía formula cargos por presunta corrupción organizada en Ecuador. telesurtv.net La Fiscalía formuló cargos por presunta delincuencia organizada en contra del cuñado del expresidente ecuatoriano Guillermo Lasso, Danilo Carrera.
(2023-11-24). Llaman a evacuar tras descarrilarse tren con azufre en Kentucky, EEUU. telesurtv.net Los derrames de sustancias tóxicas han sido frecuentes en algunos de los estados de EE.UU.
(2023-11-24). Realizan movilización en defensa del Esequibo en Caracas, Venezuela. telesurtv.net Vladímir Padrino López refirió que "hoy desde La Pastora, en el corazón de Caracas, fuimos testigos de ese sentimiento nacional que se expresa en consignas".
(2023-11-24). Sindicatos de educación y salud exigen derechos en Perú. telesurtv.net Ante la desatención del sector y el incumplimiento de promesas, el Sutep ha convocado a un Paro Nacional.
(2023-11-24). teleSUR rinde homenaje a periodistas asesinados en Palestina. telesurtv.net Desde el pasado 7 de octubre hasta el momento, se han reportado unos 60 periodistas asesinados, en algunos casos junto con sus familias.
(2023-11-24). Daniel Noboa asume la Presidencia de Ecuador. telesurtv.net Noboa juró ante los parlamentarios ser el presidente que los ecuatorianos necesitan en este momento y prometió luchar contra la delincuencia que hace vida en la nación.
(2023-11-24). Israel bombardea campo de refugiados en Gaza. telesurtv.net El asedio israelí también afectó hospitales y otros puntos donde se aglomeran civiles.
(2023-11-24). Chile alcanza la medalla de oro número 13 en Juegos Parapanamericanos. telesurtv.net La victoria correspondió al nadador Vicente Almonacid en la final de los 200 metros combinados SM8.
(2023-11-24). Comisión del Senado brasileño aprueba ingreso de Bolivia al Mercosur. telesurtv.net Los 17 miembros de la Comisión de Relaciones Exteriores del Senadores respaldaron la propuesta de ahesión.
(2023-11-24). Gobierno de Colombia destina presupuesto a sector educativo. telesurtv.net El presupuesto supera los 70 billones de pesos para garantizar que todas las necesidades del sector se puedan cumplir.
(2023-11-24). Jordania ratifica rechazo al desplazamiento del pueblo palestino. telesurtv.net Jordania expresó que está "junto al hermano Egipto en una misma trinchera".
(2023-11-24). Más de 2.000 migrantes murieron en el Mediterráneo en lo que va de año. telesurtv.net Según la OIM, la cifra es mayor que la registrada en 2022, donde se contabilizaron 2.411 muertos, siendo el 2023 el año más mortífero desde el 2018.
(2023-11-24). Mueren decenas de civiles por ataques aéreos de Israel en Gaza. telesurtv.net Israel bombardea una escuela en Jabalia y dejó al menos 27 palestinos muertos.
(2023-11-24). Registran sismo de magnitud 5,4 en Baja California Sur, México. telesurtv.net El seísmo se produjo a las 13H26 (hora local), a una profundidad de diez kilómetros.
(2023-11-24). Presidente de Venezuela denuncia campaña mediática de ExxonMobil para impedir referendo consultivo. telesurtv.net El mandatario aseguró que la petrolera estadounidense busca confundir al pueblo venezolano, a través de mensajes mediáticos y en redes sociales.
(2023-11-24). Realizan marcha en solidaridad con Palestina en La Habana, Cuba. telesurtv.net La juventud habanera salió a las principales arterias de la capital con pancartas, banderas de Cuba y Palestina, hasta concentrarse en la zona de La Piragua.
(2023-11-24). Vicepresidenta Murillo reitera que Nicaragua tiene paz. telesurtv.net Murillo instó a personas malintecionadas a dejar "de aprovechar tanta Belleza, Alegría y Talento nicaragüense".
(2023-11-24). Presidente electo de Ecuador declarará estado de excepción. telesurtv.net "Lo primero es un estado de excepción", afirmó desde el Parlamento ecuatoriano el mandatario electo.
(2023-11-24). Reportan aumento de muertes en rutas migratorias durante 2023. telesurtv.net La cifra de las víctimas en la ruta hacia las Canarias supera en 559 a la registrada durante todo el año pasado.
(2023-11-24). Denuncian situación de periodistas palestinos presos en Israel. telesurtv.net Organizaciones de la sociedad civil palestina llamaron a liberar a los comunicadores cautivos en las cárceles sionistas.
(2023-11-24). Presidentes de Colombia y Ecuador se reúnen en Quito. telesurtv.net Durante el encuentro en el palacio presidencial de Carondelet se abordó como punto cardinal el tema de la sequía.
(2023-11-24). Agenda to Depopulate the Planet Through COVID Vaccination. Revealed by Government Reports and Pfizer Documents. globalresearch.ca
(2023-11-24). Exposed: The Hidden Agenda behind the UK Government's very real Chemtrail Operations. expose-news.com "Chemtrails are nothing new. We're just starting to notice them, that's the shock for us," a commercial airline pilot said during a recent interview. "They've been doing it for years. It was …
(2023-11-24). 1,000 Boats To Leave Türkiye For Gaza In New 'Freedom Flotilla'. popularresistance.org Approximately 1,000 boats have gathered in Türkiye on Wednesday before heading toward Gaza in an attempt to break the Israeli blockade in a similar attempt from over a decade ago. | In an interview with Turkish news website Haber7, Volkan Okàßu, one of the organizers of the protest, indicated the boats will carry 4,500 people from 40 countries, "including anti-Zionist Jews." | Among the 1,000 vessels would be 313 boats filled with Russian activists, and 104 filled with Spanish activists, he said. Only 12 Turkish vessels will join the flotilla, he told Haber7. | However, Okàßu said in a later twee…
(2023-11-24). As a Palestinian Mother, Here's How I Talk to My Kids About the Genocide in Gaza. truthout.org The genocide Israel is currently carrying out against Palestinians in Gaza correlates almost exactly with the 75th anniversary of the Nakba, the mass displacement and dispossession of Palestinians triggered by the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. Israel's current war on Gaza is part of a much larger continuum of violence against Palestinians — a history Mariam has taught her children. |
(2023-11-24). Split on the Left in Germany. counterpunch.org Is it a tragedy or a new hope? After months, in fact years of inner-party squabbling in Germany's LINKE party (The Left), the die has been cast, the Rubicon crossed, and Sahra Wagenknecht, with nine other Bundestag deputies, has quit the party and announced their decision to found a new party in January. Until then,
(2023-11-24). Israel intensifies bombardment of Gaza ahead of 4-day "pause" wsws.org Israeli attacks on hospitals and dozens of residential buildings continued Thursday, underscoring just how tenuous the brief lull in the Israeli regime's genocidal onslaught on the Palestinians is.
(2023-11-24). Child hospitalizations soar across China one year after the lifting of Zero-COVID. wsws.org It is not yet clear what pathogen or pathogens are responsible for the deluge of child hospitalizations, but the underlying cause of this crisis is undoubtedly the collapse of public health in China and internationally over the course of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
(2023-11-24). While hunger soars in US, Biden feasts at billionaire's estate. wsws.org The spectacle of the US president enjoying the hospitality provided by a super-rich hedge fund boss, while American workers struggle to make ends meet, underscores the class chasm in American society.
(2023-11-24). Tens of thousands of Australian healthcare workers sign petitions demanding Gaza ceasefire. wsws.org The online petitions and active participation of thousands of health workers in mass protests expose the vast gulf between the medical practitioners and the institutions purporting to represent them.
(2023-11-24). Striking Quebec public sector workers speak out on deplorable working conditions, need to mobilize to defeat a back-to-work law. wsws.org Thursday's job action, which saw almost 600,000 workers on strike, was one of the largest in Quebec, or for that matter Canadian, history.
(2023-11-24). Hostage/prisoner exchange used to prepare next stage of Israel's Gaza genocide. wsws.org There has been no shift in Israel's aim of mass murder and the ethnic cleansing of Gaza, prior to its permanent annexation.
(2023-11-24). "Just let people die" said "Dr Death the chancellor", now UK prime minister, Rishi Sunak. wsws.org Sunak's murderous declaration was exposed this week in testimony at the UK COVID Inquiry given by former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance.
(2023-11-24). "Just let people die" said "Dr Death the chancellor," now UK prime minister, Rishi Sunak. wsws.org Sunak's murderous declaration was exposed this week in testimony at the UK COVID Inquiry given by former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance.
(2023-11-24). Thousands join protests across Germany to demand an end to Gaza genocide. wsws.org Protests have occurred in the face of an extraordinary police and state crackdown overseen by the Social Democrat-led federal government.
(2023-11-24). Australian High Court decision sheds light on shocking housing conditions in Northern Territory. wsws.org For years on end, under one government after another, the NT housing department refused to rectify critical faults such as the lack of a back door, no air-conditioning, water leaks, broken toilets and insect infestation.
(2023-11-24). Southeastern US states see a host of hospital closures, attacks on healthcare programs. wsws.org In Alabama, two local hospitals—Princeton Baptist Medical Center in Birmingham, and Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster—closed their programs for pregnancy and maternal care on October 25.
(2023-11-24). Australian PM Albanese, opposition leader exploit Holocaust to legitimise Gaza genocide. wsws.org The transparent purpose of Albanese and Dutton's presence at the Holocaust museum was to exploit the worst imperialist atrocity of the last century, to justify the worst imperialist atrocity of the 21st, the genocide in Gaza.
(2023-11-24). School students strike against the Gaza genocide in Melbourne. wsws.org The 1,000 students who participated defied threats and intimidation from the state Labor government, Zionist organisations and the far-right, to take a stand against war crimes.
(2023-11-24). School students strike in Melbourne against the Gaza genocide. wsws.org The 1,000 students who participated defied threats and intimidation from the state Labor government, Zionist organisations and the far-right, to take a stand against war crimes.
(2023-11-25). Complicit in Genocide: Activists Blockade Danish Arms Manufacturer Terma. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-25). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 49: Four-Day Truce Begins in Gaza After a Night of Heavy Bombardment. scheerpost.com A rally in Los Angeles California. Photo by ScheerPost Staff Editor on November 17, 2023. | By Mondoweiss Palestine Bureau / Casualties: | 14,854 killed*, including 6,150 children, and more than 36,000 wounded in the Gaza Strip | 226 Palestinians* killed in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusale…
(2023-11-25). Private Equity Is Using Prison Phone, Food and Health Systems to Rack Up Profits. scheerpost.com
(2023-11-25). The Old and New Nakba: Forced Expulsion of Palestinians Must Be Rejected. scheerpost.com By Ramzy Baroud / CounterCurrents.org It is simply inaccurate to claim that the ongoing Israeli attempt to displace all, or many Palestinian refugees from Gaza to Sinai is a new idea, compelled by recent circumstances. Displacing Palestinians, or as it is known in Israeli political lexicon, the "transfer", is an old idea — as old …
(2023-11-25). When the First Casualty of War Is Truth, Journalists Are the Second. scheerpost.com Photographer Hosny Salah shows children in Gaza the photos he has taken. Photo from Pixabay on May 17, 2022 from Hosny Salah. | By Denis Moynihan and Amy Goodman / Truth — and journalists — are the first casualties of the war on Gaza. As Israel's 7-week bombardment of the Gaza Strip has killed over 14,000 Palestinians, 5,000 of whom were children, courageous Palestinian journalists, working in Gaza under unbelievabl…
(2023-11-25). Forest Defense Is About More Than the Trees. It's About Our Collective Future. truthout.org It's like this in the olive groves in Palestine. For years, settlers and soldiers have set fire to and uprooted trees and attacked Palestinian olive harvesters in an attempt to further sever the people from their land. The olive trees are more than just a source of income, and indeed survival, for Palestinian farmers. They represent tradition and a culture of mutualism, and are a symbol of both… |
(2023-11-25). Ex-Minneapolis cop convicted in George Floyd's killing stabbed in prison. geo.tv Derek Chauvin is in stable condition after stabbing as employees promptly "initiated life-saving measures"
(2023-11-25). New Book Captures Revolutionary Spirit of Latin American Liberation Movements. truthout.org Benjamin Dangl and I had only been out of college for four years when Dangl's first book The Price of Fire: Resource Wars and Social Movements in Bolivia (AK Press, 2007) was published. At our 20-year reunion this past May, Dangl handed me a copy of his hot-off-the-press new book of poems and photographs exploring the pulse of everyday life from his travels as journalist across Latin America and… |
(2023-11-25). Gazans hold mass funeral for family members killed in Israeli airstrike. presstv.ir Palestinians bid farewell to 45 members of a family killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). Tens of thousands rally in Lahore in support of Palestine. presstv.ir Tens of thousands gather in Lahore in support of Gaza amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
(2023-11-25). Cuban president leads anti-Israel demo in front of US embassy. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of Cubans have staged a demonstration in front of the US embassy in Havana condemning Israel for committing "genocide" against Palestinians in Gaza.
(2023-11-25). Nakhala says Israel failed to achieve goals as Gaza truce takes effect. presstv.ir Islamic Jihad Secretary General Ziyad Nakhalah has said that Israel failed to achieve its stated goals in the Gaza war as a four-day truce took effect in the besieged territory after seven weeks of massacres.
(2023-11-25). 'Terrorist, apartheid regime': How Israeli general's son describes Israel. presstv.ir American-Israeli activist Miko Peled bitterly criticizes the Tel Aviv regime's policies against Palestinians, describing Israel as a 'terrorist entity' and 'apartheid regime.'
(2023-11-25). Aggression on Gaza to cost Israel $48 billion: Report. presstv.ir A report says Israel's aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip is estimated to cost the occupying regime $48 billion, leaving it highly dependent on bond markets.
(2023-11-25). Iran's Basij volunteer forces hold nationwide rallies in solidarity with Gaza. presstv.ir Some 50,000 Basij members took to the streets in the capital Tehran to voice their solidarity with the Palestinians in the face of the Israeli regime's brutal onslaught on the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2023-11-25). 39 Palestinian prisoners released in return for 24 Gaza captives. presstv.ir A total of 39 Palestinian female and child prisoners have been released by the Israeli occupation at Ofer prison in the occupied West Bank.
(2023-11-25). Hamas Praises Contributions of China, Russia, and Arab Countries in Gaza Truce (+Prisoner Exchange). orinocotribune.com The political leader of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, highlighted the efforts of several Arab countries, as well as Russia and China, behind the truce in Gaza Strip. | "We reaffirm the importance of the efforts of Arab and Islamic countries, as well as friendly states like Russia and China, to help our people fulfill their aspirations for freedom, return and independence," Haniyeh said on Friday, November 24, in a short video posted on social media. | The Hamas leader also thanked Egypt and Qatar for their mediation efforts in the truce agreement, underlining the Palestinian movement'
(2023-11-25). Israel receives 1st group of hostages released from Gaza. independent.co.ug Jerusalem, Israel | Xinhua | Israel's Shin Bet internal security agency has received the first group of 13 hostages released from the Gaza Strip on Friday, local media reported. After the initial medical assessment, the hostages were returning to Israel, escorted by security forces, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Spokesperson Daniel Hagari said in a statement. …
(2023-11-25). Minister Otafiire orders police to resume construction of housing units. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Internal Affairs Minister Maj Gen Otafiire Kahinda has given the Uganda Police Force a three-month ultimatum to start constructing housing units for junior officers. The Housing Project was initially launched in 2016 by then Inspector General of Police Gen Edward Kale Kayihura with the construction of 10,000 housing units. The project started with the construction …
(2023-11-25). No new cars for G77, Non-Aligned Movement summits. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has resolved not to purchase new vehicles for the Non-Aligned Movement — NAM Summit slated for 15 — 20 January 2024 at the Munyonyo Commonwealth Speke Resort due to a lack of funds. However, they will mobilize fleets from across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies — MDAs. …
(2023-11-25). Northern region leaders face challenge of over 80,000 head of cattle not in fenced land. independent.co.ug Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nearly 80,000 head of cattle in northern Uganda belong to non-compliant migrant cattle keepers. These include cattle keepers who failed to fence off their land and provide water sources and those without adequate land for their animals. This category of people was given three weeks effective November 3, 2023, …
(2023-11-25). Report on African roads. independent.co.ug Why Uganda was not on the list for worst roads COVER STORY | THE INDEPENDENT | A new report on the state of roads attributed to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently left Ugandans agitated for a surprising reason; that their country was not named among the top 10 with the worst roads. Part of …
(2023-11-25). The myth of land grabbing. independent.co.ug Why the president and chief justice are making a mistake of trying to resolve commercial disputes using ethnic lenses THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | The Chief Justice, Owiny Dollo, was quoted in Daily Monitor raising alarm bells on the problem of "land grabbing" in Acholi region. "I told him," Dollo is quoted to have said …
(2023-11-24). UN expects more access to Gaza after truce comes into force. plenglish.com United Nations, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) The beginning of the humanitarian truce in Gaza today leaves a respite and access to the growing number of people in need, said UN humanitarian personnel in the enclave.
(2023-11-24). Democracy Now! 2023-11-24 Friday. democracynow.org "The Mandates of Conscience": Michelle Alexander on Israel, Gaza, MLK & Speaking Out in a Time of War; Ta-Nehisi Coates and Rashid Khalidi on Israeli Occupation, Apartheid & the 100-Year War on Palestine | "The Mandates of Conscience": Michelle Alexander on Israel, Gaza, MLK & Speaking Out in a Time of War; Ta-Nehisi Coates and Rashid Khalidi on Israeli Occupation, Apartheid & the 100-Year War on Palestine…
(2023-11-24). Democracy Now! 2023-11-24 Friday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Friday, November 24, 2023 | Democracy Now! Friday, November 24, 2023…
(2023-11-24). How is China ensuring food security for 1.4 billion people? dongshengnews.org 
In this Dongsheng Explains, we explore some of the social, historical, and economic policies and realities that underpin China's ability to feed its people, provide some stabilization of the global food market and continue to contribute to eradicating global food insecurity by feeding one-fifth of the world's population.
(2023-11-24). Riots in response to children's stabbing in Dublin turn violent. geo.tv 
Police held back violent crowds using riot shields while a police car was set on fire…
(2023-11-24). Afghan embassy in India shuts down citing Indian govt, Taliban pressure. geo.tv 
Afghan diplomats appointed by Ghani's government have reached third countries and there are none remaining in India…
(2023-11-24). Will Christmas be white in UK, USA this year? Experts weigh in. geo.tv 
With just a month until Dec 25, meteorologists are examining the possibilities for snow in the UK and USA on big day…
(2023-11-24). King cobra turns out to be murder weapon after Indian man held for killing wife, daughter. geo.tv 
K Ganesh Patra, claiming to use snake for religious purposes, reportedly obtained the cobra from a snake charmer…
(2023-11-24). 10 pivotal moments of deadly Israel-Hamas war. geo.tv 
More than 14,000 Palestinians martyred in conflict that began on October 7 after Hamas launched surprise attack…
(2023-11-24). Elon Musk to 'tour Gaza border towns' next week, says Israel media. geo.tv 
According to N12, Musk is expected to engage in discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu…
(2023-11-24). Tourism supports foundation of Cuba's economy. plenglish.com Camagàºey, Cuba, Nov 24 (Prensa Latina) For a region with 20 percent of Cuba's beaches, the beginning of the peak tourism season is fundamental in the rebound of the province's economy.
(2023-11-24). "her": The Divine Feminine, Artfully Brought to Life, in the First Solo Exhibit of Filipina Artist, Dawn Almario. pressenza.com 
A muti-awarded Filipina artist living and working in Dubai returns to her artistic roots. She returns to her true calling and passion by unveiling her first solo exhibit here, in her native country. Entitled "her", it opened on November 17 and runs to November 30, 2023, in the Artienda Gallery, located in Quezon City, Manila. | A feminist at heart, the exhibit showcases ten beautifully crafted works of art that express the feminine essence dwelling within women, each one a visual narrative bringing to life the intrinsic qualities of women—stories of grace and resilience, of creative power and strength, of ca…
(2023-11-24). Fresh rallies across globe to demand ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir People across the world have held fresh rallies to express solidarity with Palestinians and demand an end to Israel's war on Gaza.
(2023-11-24). Leader: Israeli regime 'knocked out' by Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Israel was "knocked out" during Operation Al-Aqsa Storm last month.
(2023-11-24). Israel says no pause in fighting, keeps pounding Gaza despite truce. presstv.ir Israel says there will be no halt to the fighting in Gaza until at least before Friday, as it continues to bombard the besieged enclave.
(2023-11-24). Gujarat: Dalit man assaulted and forced to apologize with footwear in his mouth for demanding salary in Morbi. muslimmirror.com In Morbi city, Gujarat, a 21-year-old Dalit man, Nilesh Dalsaniya, was allegedly assaulted and humiliated by a businesswoman and at least six others for seeking his due salary. The incident occurred on Wednesday, and a case has been registered against the accused, including the businesswoman, identified as Vibhuti Patel aka Raniba, her brother Om Patel, …
(2023-11-24). Days after demolition drive, Nizamuddin slum dwellers trade house remains. muslimmirror.com New Delhi : Two days after it was demolished, the slum near Hazrat Nizamuddin area was a scene of chaos with grief-stricken families trying to dispose of whatever they could salvage from the wreck to scrap dealers. The slum cluster between the Sundar Nursery and the Delhi Public School inhabited by about 1,000 to 1,500 …
(2023-11-24). Gaza death toll surges to more than 14,800. muslimmirror.com Gaza : As the four-day humanitarian pause agreed between Israel and Hamas is set to begin on Friday, the death toll in the Gaza Strip has increased to more than 14,800, according to the Government Media Office (GMO) in the enclave. In its latest update, the Hamas-controlled GMO said the dead included about 6,000 children …
(2023-11-24). Israel only targets civilians, children in Gaza: Survivor. muslimmirror.com ZENICA, Bosnia Herzegovina : Nowhere in Gaza is safe and Israel only targets civilians and children, said a 55-year-old Palestinian man who was recently evacuated from the enclave. Nabil El-Tanany is a dual citizen of Palestine and Bosnia and Herzegovina. He arrived in Bosnia during the 1992-1995 Bosnian war and started a family. After 23 …
(2023-11-24). Madres de Plaza de Mayo piden resistir a las políticas de Milei. telesurtv.net La organización realizó su primera manifestación popular tras la victoria electorial de Javier Milei a la presidencia de Argentina.
(2023-11-24). Chad: WFP runs out of money to feed refugees in Chad. independent.co.ug 
Harare, Zimbabwe | Jerry Chifamba ALL AFRICA COM | Food aid to 1.4 million people in Chad, including recently arrived refugees from conflict in Sudan's Darfur region, will stop in January 2024 due to a lack of sponsorship, according to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). The WFP announced in a statement on November 21, that …
(2023-11-24). China rejects EU's allegations of EV overcapacity export. independent.co.ug 
Brussels, Belgium | Xinhua | Chinese Ambassador to the European Union (EU) Fu Cong on Thursday dismissed a recent claim that China is exporting its overcapacity of electric vehicles (EV) to the European market. "I want to emphasize the fact that the Chinese companies are selling cars in Europe does not by itself signify an …
(2023-11-24). Cipla issues profit warning amidst product mix changes. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's drug manufacturer, Cipla Quality Chemicals Ltd, has issued a profit warning for the six months period ended Sept.202, 2023, citing changes in product mix. The Uganda Securities Exchange-listed firm now expects to report lower net earnings than what it reported during the same period last year, which ended Sept. …
(2023-11-24). 'Content piracy undermining Africa's ability to tell its own stories'. independent.co.ug 
Content piracy is reducing opportunities for young creators to earn a living from their work. But the most insidious impact of entertainment content theft is how it undermines Africa's ability to tell its own stories. Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | MultiChoice Africa Holdings recently launched a continent-wide television campaign to make the point …
(2023-11-24). Digital innovations boosting insurance growth, sh2trillion targeted. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The insurance industry estimates that Ugandans will pay up to sh2 trillion in total premiums for different products next year, as the population becomes more aware of the importance of insurance. This is partly attributed to the innovative products that have become more appealing to Ugandans, especially in life …
(2023-11-24). Equity Group ED Mary Wangari tips professionals on work-life balance. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | While launching her book titled 'The Village Girl: My Dream, Life and Legacy' — at the Kampala Serena Hotel Thursday evening, Mary Wangari Wamae — the Group Executive Director of Kenya's Equity Group — encouraged professionals to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The book documents her journey from her …
(2023-11-24). Experts call for implementing land policies to address cross-border pastoral conflicts in Africa. independent.co.ug 
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Xinhua | Experts have called for implementing regional and continental land policies and conventions to address unfolding cross-border conflicts involving dwindling pastoral resources in Africa. The call was made on Thursday at the 2023 Conference on Land Policy in Africa at the African Union (AU) headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopian capital. …
(2023-11-24). Govt issues new guidelines for students studying abroad. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Education and Sports has issued new guidelines for students on various scholarships who are studying abroad. According to the Ministry, failure to submit progress reports will lead to the suspension of stipends. Dr. Jane Egau, the undersecretary at the ministry, announced these guidelines, stating that students …
(2023-11-24). Nyombi Thembo takes over at UCC. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of ICT Chris Baryomunsi has appointed Nyombi Thembo Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) for a five year term. He takes over from Eng. Irene Kaggwa who has been acting since Eng Godfrey Mutabazi's contract was not renewed in 2020. Nyombi Thembo, a former ICT …
(2023-11-24). Somalia joins the East African Community. independent.co.ug 
Arusha, Tanzania | THE INDEPENDENT & XINHUA | Somalia on Friday officially became the eighth member of the East African Community (EAC) after the EAC heads of state summit endorsed its decade-long application to join the regional bloc. The EAC leaders endorsed Somalia's membership into the bloc during the 23rd Ordinary Summit of the EAC Heads …
(2023-11-24). Truce deal in Gaza enters into force, prisoner release set for 5pm. independent.co.ug 
Cairo, Egypt | Xinhua | The first temporary humanitarian truce between Hamas and Israel entered into force at 7: 00 a.m. local time (0500 GMT) on Friday in the Gaza Strip. Confirming the truce agreement had taken effect, Diaa Rashwan, chairman of Egypt's State Information Service (SIS), said in a statement that 130,000 liters of diesel …
(2023-11-24). Visa-free travel for Africans. independent.co.ug 
Why Kenya and Rwanda, by opening up their borders for other Africans, have taken a step in the right direction COMMENT | ALAN HIRSCH | President William Ruto of Kenya recently announced that Kenya's borders would be open to visitors from the entirety of Africa, with no visas required, by the end of 2023. He said …
(2023-11-24). Hostage/prisoner exchange used to prepare next stage on Israel's Gaza genocide. wsws.org There has been no shift in Israel's aim of mass murder and the ethnic cleansing of Gaza, prior to its permanent annexation.
(2023-11-24). Southeastern US states see a host of hospital closures, attacks on healthcare programs. wsws.org Throughout the southeastern US, state residents seeking medical care are seeing a raft of hospital closures and attacks on health programs while healthcare workers face increasingly deteriorating conditions.
(2023-11-25). Protest at U.N. demands restoration of historic Palestine. workers.org 
By Bronx Antiwar Coalition The Bronx Antiwar Coalition called for and held a demonstration at the United Nations in New York City on Nov. 20 aimed at reviving and centering once again the fundamental position of anti-Zionism. The demonstration's core demands included the total dismantlement of the Zionist state and . . . |
(2023-11-25). UN Security Council failed in Gaza crisis, Türkiye says. plenglish.com/feed/ Ankara, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The UN Security Council was unable to do its job in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, the spokesman of the Turkish Foreign Ministry, Fahrettin Altun, considered in a conference in this capital.
(2023-11-25). Attempt to stabilize electricity service in South Africa. plenglish.com Pretoria, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) After a sudden return to the most severe stages of blackouts in South Africa this week, the national electricity company, Eskom, is struggling to replenish generating capacity and reduce the daily power cuts.
(2023-11-25). Cuba pays tribute to Fidel Castro, the eternal leader. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) Cuba pays tribute to the historic leader of the Revolution, Fidel Castro (1926-2016), with multiple tributes throughout the country dedicated to evoke his legacy, on the seventh anniversary of his physical disappearance.
(2023-11-25). Cuban folklore delights audiences in the Indian state of Meghalaya. plenglish.com New Delhi, Nov 26 (Prensa Latina) A representation of the Cuban National Folkloric Ensemble (CFNC) delighted the audience at the inauguration of the "Tril Hills Ensemble" Festival in the Indian state of Meghalaya, it was reportedly stated.
(2023-11-25). Cuban leader Fidel Castro remembered in Honduras. plenglish.com Tegucigalpa, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The house where the hero Francisco Morazán was born in Honduras was the scene of a tribute to the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, on the occasion of the seventh anniversary of his physical disappearance which is commemorated today.
(2023-11-25). Palestine condemns comments by far-right Dutch politician. plenglish.com Ramallah, Nov 25 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemned statements made by far-right legislator Geert Wilders, whose party was the most voted in the recent elections in the Netherlands.
(2023-11-25). Israel clausura su laboratorio humano en Gaza. globalizacion.ca Israel es el 10 ∫ mayor traficante de armas del planeta y vende su tecnología y armamento a unas 130 naciones, incluidas dictaduras militares de Asia y América Latina. | Las ventas de armas israelíes ascendieron a 12.500 millones de dólares el…
(2023-11-25). Milei y la nueva derecha en Argentina mirada de otros modos. globalizacion.ca Se han sucedido múltiples reacciones frente al triunfo de Javier Milei en las elecciones en Argentina. | En varias predominan abordajes enfocados en el individuo, en el personaje político, como si actuara en solitario, o se lo compara con Jair Bolsonaro…
(2023-11-25). Gaza Truce Appears to Hold on Second Day, More Captives to Be Released. english.almanar.com.lb 
Gazans have been on Saturday experiencing a second day of relative calm absent of Israeli attacks as a temporary pause in fighting holds. After almost 50 days of constant Israeli bombardment that has killed nearly 15,000 Palestinians in the besieged enclave, a four-day truce came into effect from early Friday and appeared to be proceeding …
(2023-11-25). Israeli occupation army says defenses intercepted 'suspicious aerial target' that entered airspace from Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-25). Displaced Lebanese Return to Southern Border Towns as Cautious Calm Prevails. english.almanar.com.lb 
Cautious calm prevailed for the second day across the southern border between Lebanon and occupied Palestine, with citizens who were displaced in the last weeks returned to their towns. Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon Ali Shoeib reported that Lebanese farmers were spotted on Saturday harvesting olives after returning to their hometowns at the southern border …
(2023-11-25). 4 fuel tankers, 4 cooking gas tankers entered Gaza Strip from Egypt: Coordinator for Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT). english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-25). COGAT: 200 trucks of humanitarian aid enter Gaza, over 50 of them for the northern Strip. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-25). How US, UK Media Outlets Dehumanize Palestinian People: Study. english.almanar.com.lb 
The Western hostility against the Palestinians has been never restricted to the political, economic and military domains. Media has always been a key field resorted to in order to reinforce this hostility. Thus, the UK and US media outlets have always engaged in the scheme of dehumanizing the Palestinians. Declassified Website published a study that …
(2023-11-25). Gaza health ministry: Hospitals in the South are unable to provide medical services to all the injured and locals displaced from the North. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-25). Al-Manar reporter: 14 Israeli captives have been handed to Red Cross in Khan Younis. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-25). Al-Qassam Brigades decides to delay release of second batch of captives until occupation adheres to agreement terms related to entry of relief trucks to the northern Gaza Strip and complies with agreed-upon standards for the release of captives: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-25). Israeli media reports several explosions in Eilat. english.almanar.com.lb
(2023-11-25). UK court declares activist bankrupt after losing case against Geo/Jang. geo.tv Shah Muhammad told court he owed over £20,000, but could pay only £10 a month…
(2023-11-25). Wife punches husband to death for denying birthday trip to Dubai. geo.tv Nikhil Khanna suffered heavy bleeding from impact of his wife's punch and was left unconscious…
(2023-11-25). WATCH: Indians wish IAF best as 'panauti' Modi flies Tejas aircraft. geo.tv "Indian Air Force should organise a Hawan and Pooja, the biggest Panauti has arrived," says an X user…
(2023-11-25). Robert Miller: Canada's 'Jeffrey Epstein' raped virgins for $20 Barbies, victims say. geo.tv Billionaire businessman Robert Miller,80, allegedly enticed and coerced minor girls into sexual abuse using drugs and alcohol…
(2023-11-25). Jeremy Clarkson opens up on Top Gear's return as show axed. geo.tv Hammond was always keen on getting back to work after accident, whereas Freddie isn't, says former host…