english.palinfo.com (2026-05-17). Sumud Flotilla presses on toward Gaza despite Israeli threats
The Global Sumud Flotilla seeking to break Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip is continuing its journey across the Mediterranean despite Israeli threats to intercept the vessels and prevent them from reaching the besieged enclave.
(2026-05-17). Israel strikes south Lebanon day after ceasefire extension. al-monitor.com Israel launched a massive series of airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, despite an extension of the truce between the two countries.Israel says it is targeting Hezbollah but the strikes were preceded by an evacuation warning covering nine villages.And the continuing bombardment has only increased scepticism about the truce among the many thousands of Lebanese driven from their homes in the south.
(2026-05-17). 'They're wiping us out' church leader warns about young West Papuans killed in escalating conflict. asiapacificreport.nz By Johnny Blades, RNZ Pacific senior journalist A West Papuan church leader has warned that ongoing killings of young Papuans allegedly by Indonesian security forces have the hallmark of genocide. Since the start of the year there has been no stop to violent incidents in the Indonesian-ruled Papua region known internationally as West Papua. Indonesia's…
english.palinfo.com (2026-05-17). How Israeli propaganda works: Oppose the occupation and you become Hamas, Muslim Brotherhood, or Anti-Semitic!
As Palestinians mark the seventy-eighth anniversary of the Nakba, I found myself once again turning over old photographs and fragments of memory from my destroyed village, Majdal Al-Sadiq; a village erased during the creation of Israel, from which my father was expelled as an eight-year-old child. | | On a day heavy with remembrance, grief, and inherited loss, I was confronted instead with yet another inflammatory article in an Israeli newspaper targeting me and several other activists.
(2026-05-17). NJ Congressional Elections 2026: Where is the Peace Block? fightbackbetter.com 
The analysis is below, but for those in a hurry, we suggest for you to consider the following potential Peace Block candidates for the following respective Congressional Districts: | FightBackBetter has not been able to identify any good Peace Block candidates in Congressional Districts 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 or 9. This is an electoral failure of anti-war political power and we should probably start studying how to do much better to flex the political muscle of anti-war and anti-genocide. But for now lets make the best. | In a perfect world we would rise up and get Green Party candidates in those congressional district…
(2026-05-17). Saturday 6/6: Shut it Down! How Tech Companies Power Genocide, Detention, and Deportation. indybay.org Online | www.eventbrite.com/e/shut-it-down-how-te……
(2026-05-17). War in Middle East: latest developments. al-monitor.com Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war: – No US concessions -Iranian media said Washington had failed to make any concrete concessions in its latest response to Iran's proposed agenda for negotiations to end the war. The Mehr news agency said: "The United States, offering no tangible concessions, wants to obtain concessions that it failed to obtain during the war, which will lead to an impasse in the negotiations." – Drone strike outside UAE nuclear plant -…
(2026-05-17). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-17). Pezeshkian's Diplomacy: Iran Balances Resistance, Regional Outreach and Global Pressure. ummid.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sharpened Tehran's diplomatic messaging amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and mounting pressure from the United States.
(2026-05-17). Iraq exported 10 million barrels of oil through Hormuz in April. newarab.com 
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the US-Israeli war on Iran has curtailed oil exports from Saudi Arabia, the
(2026-05-17). Strait of Hormuz 'open' except for enemies, as new Iran insurance regulatory plan touted. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is "open to all except its adversaries", and any passage through the trajectory of this significant chokepoint should be coordinated with the Iranian military, reports AL Jazeera. Sources say the number of ships transiting through the strait has slightly increased, but is still very low compared…
(2026-05-17). Xi, Trump have private meeting at Zhongnanhai in Beijing. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump had a private meeting on Friday in the Zhongnanhai leadership compound in central Beijing. | The meeting came before Trump concluded his state visit to China and a day after the two leaders held formal talks.
(2026-05-17). Trump wraps up China visit, leaves Beijing. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump left Beijing on Friday afternoon, concluding his state visit to China.
(2026-05-17). US President Donald Trump arrives in China to a rousing welcome. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Wednesday May 13, 2026 arrived in the Chinese capital Beijing where senior officials and hundreds of school students were present to greet him.
(2026-05-17). Xi, Trump have private meeting in Beijing. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump had a private meeting on Friday in the Zhongnanhai leadership compound in central Beijing.
(2026-05-17). Trump says looking forward to hosting Xi in Washington, D.C. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that he is willing to continue to maintain sincere and in-depth communication with Chinese President Xi Jinping, and warmly looks forward to hosting Xi in Washington, D.C.
(2026-05-17). Trump's China Visit and Xie Feng's Taiwan Narrative Explained. moderndiplomacy.eu The interview given by Chinese Ambassador to Washington Xie Feng to Newsweek on May 5, 2026, represents a pivotal moment in the ongoing Sino-American war of words over Taiwan. Xie, who assumed his post in May 2023, employed a clever, albeit controversial, historical analogy, reminding Americans of the American Civil War (1861-1865) to legitimize Beijing's …
(2026-05-17). Why Marco Rubio's name changed before his entry to China? ummid.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in China Wednesday May 13, 2026 along with Donald Trump onboard Air Force 1 — the US President's official carrier, but not before his name changed.
(2026-05-17). Xi, Trump reach series of new common understandings: China's foreign ministry. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump had an in-depth exchange of views on major issues concerning the two countries and the world and reached a series of new common understandings, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Friday.
(2026-05-17). Iran chief negotiator Ghalibaf appointed to oversee China ties. newarab.com 
Iran's parliament speaker "Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has recently been appointed as a special representative of the
(2026-05-17). US says Iran-backed militia commander planned Jewish site attacks. al-monitor.com US authorities on Friday detailed charges against a commander of an Iran-backed Iraqi militia who was allegedly involved in plotting terrorism against Jewish people in Europe, Canada and the United States. Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, 32, is said to have directed and urged others to attack US and Israeli interests, and to kill Americans and Jews, in retaliation for the war against Iran.He was identified as a senior figure in Kataeb Hezbollah, a US-designated foreign terrorist organization linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
(2026-05-17). The Surprising History of Warm Iranian-Jewish Relations. juancole.com Berkshire (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — After the massive US and Israeli attacks on Iran on 28 February 2026, the second attack in the middle of negotiations within a year, with his characteristic modesty, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said: "The war on Iran fulfils my 40-year dream". Netanyahu has not only been dreaming of involving the United States in a war against Iran, but he has also been actively working and plotting to bring this about. US Senator Chris Van Hollen put it this way: 'Netanyahu waited 40 years to find an American president "stupid enough and reckless enough" to s…
(2026-05-17). Trump issues dire warning to Iran to accept peace deal. al-monitor.com President Donald Trump issued a fresh warning to Iran on Sunday, saying it had to move quickly towards a peace deal or "there won't be anything left of them."Washington, locked in conflict with Tehran since US and Israeli forces launched major strikes on the Islamic republic beginning February 28, has struggled to break an impasse and make any progress toward ending a war that has shaken the Middle East and sent energy prices climbing.
(2026-05-17). Israeli officials say 50% chance of renewed war with Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Explained: Multi-dimensional Implications of US/Israel War on Iran. ummid.com Far from reviving American supremacy, the Iran conflict exposed the limits of coercive power in an age where history is no longer shaped by a single empire, but by competing centres of influence struggling to define a new world order.
(2026-05-17). After the Iran War: Seven Dynamics That Will Define the New Middle East. moderndiplomacy.eu Every major war in the Middle East has left the region permanently altered in ways that nobody fully anticipated at the time. The 1948 Arab-Israeli war created a refugee crisis whose consequences are still being negotiated seventy-eight years later. The 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran reorganized the entire regional security architecture around a new fault …
(2026-05-17). Iraqi militia leader in US custody after arrest: What to know. al-monitor.com Authorities said the individual is linked to a mysterious pro-Iran group that has been claiming attacks on Jewish communities in Europe.
(2026-05-17). FIFA says held positive talks with Iran's FA ahead of World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Solidarity group from the United States welcomed in Cuba. radiohc.cu The local branch of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) welcomed a group of American activists from the organization Code Pink on Saturday, who began a solidarity visit to the island. | The group will carry out a program of activities in this northeastern province until May 21st, with the aim of strengthening ties of friendship and learning about the realities of the Caribbean nation. | During the welcoming ceremony, the visitors expressed their rejection of the hostile policies of the United States government, as well as the economic sanctions and unilateral coercive measures applied agains…
(2026-05-17). Chikunga prioritises youth enterprise development. sanews.gov.za Chikunga prioritises youth enterprise development | Social Development Acting Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga has undertaken an oversight visit to the Sozo Foundation's Genesis Incubator Hub in Vrygrond, Cape Town, placing youth enterprise development at the centre of her first day in office. | The visit forms part of preparations for the Department of Social Development's Budget Vote 19 for 2026. It aimed to assess the impact of a youth enterprise development programme funded by the National Development Agency (NDA). | During the engagement on Friday, Chikunga interacted directly with young entrepreneurs participati…
(2026-05-17). Cuba and India discuss historic bilateral ties. radiohc.cu During their participation in the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuban Foreign Minister, and Rahul Gandhi, leader of the Indian National Congress, discussed the historic relations between the two countries and the progress made in various economic, trade, cooperation, and investment sectors. | The meeting with the Indian leader was part of the Cuban Foreign Minister's busy diplomatic agenda in New Delhi this week, which included a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he reaffirmed Cuba's commitment to continue strengthening bilateral ties in various sectors. | Through his…
(2026-05-17). Holguín recibe a grupo solidario de Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu La delegación local del Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP) recibió este sábado a un grupo de activistas estadounidenses de la organización Code Pink, quienes iniciaron una visita de solidaridad. | El colectivo cumplimentará un programa de actividades en esta provincia nororiental hasta el próximo 21 de mayo, con el objetivo de estrechar los lazos de hermandad y conocer la realidad del país caribeño. | Durante el recibimiento, los visitantes manifestaron su rechazo a la política hostil del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos, así como a las sanciones económicas y las medidas coercitivas unilaterales apl…
(2026-05-17). Solidaridad de India transmite amor y respaldo a Cuba. radiohc.cu Un mensaje de amor y respaldo hacia Cuba transmitió este sábado la Solidaridad de India al canciller de Bruno Rodríguez en un acto contra el asedio y las amenazas de Estados Unidos contra la nación caribeña. | En el concurrido encuentro, organizado por la Organización de Paz y Solidaridad de Toda la India (Aipso), el ministro de Relaciones Exteriores cubano detalló la difícil situación que enfrenta la mayor de las Antillas con el recrudecimiento del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos. | Ante representantes de partidos políticos de izquierda de la nación surasiática y del cuerpo diplomátic…
(2026-05-17). Spanish star Javier Bardem says on Gaza. al-monitor.com Outspoken Spanish star Javier Bardem told AFP he was "getting more work than ever" despite his public campaigning against Israel's war in Gaza, something he attributed to "the narrative changing" around the conflict. At the last Oscars ceremony in February, the openly political star of "No Country for Old Men" used his time presenting the award for best international feature film to state: "No to war and a free Palestine."
(2026-05-17). Israel says Hamas armed wing chief killed in Gaza strike. al-monitor.com Israel said Saturday it had killed Hamas armed wing chief Ezzedine Al-Haddad in an airstrike in Gaza the previous day, describing him as a key architect of the October 7 attacks.Since Hamas's October 7, 2023 cross-border assault, the Israeli military and intelligence services have waged a campaign targeting the group's senior political leaders and militant commanders in Gaza and across the region.The military said Friday it had carried out an airstrike in Gaza targeting Haddad, before confirming his death on Saturday.
(2026-05-17). Hamas seeks direct meeting with Fatah on 'national strategy' after 8th general conference. ecns.cn GAZA, May 14 ⚪ Hamas on Thursday called for a direct meeting with the Palestinian National Liberation Movementon a joint"national strategy"after the conclusion of Fatahs eighth general conference.
(2026-05-17). Eurovision Boycotters Turn to Father Ted, Raphael and Gaza Documentaries. moderndiplomacy.eu Broadcasters boycotting the Eurovision final due to Israel's participation plan to show alternatives like reruns of "Father Ted," an alternative music show with Spanish artist Raphael, or documentaries about Gaza. This year's contest has faced criticism due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, leading broadcasters from Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Iceland to withdraw, …
(2026-05-17). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-17). Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott. aljazeera.com Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia stage biggest political boycott in Eurovision history over Gaza war.
(2026-05-17). Gaza is integral part of Palestine, any arrangements must be temporary: Palestinian president. ecns.cn Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas affirmed on Thursday that the Gaza Strip is an integral part of the State of Palestine and that any transitional arrangements must be temporary and not infringe upon the unity of Palestinian territory.
(2026-05-17). Eurovision 2026 Results: Bulgaria Takes Victory. moderndiplomacy.eu Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time, with Dara's song "Bangaranga," which avoids political themes, taking the top spot. The contest was affected by a boycott from five countries protesting Israel's participation due to its military actions in Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attack. Notably, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland, and …
(2026-05-17). Palestinian son elected to top Fatah leadership body. al-monitor.com The son of Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas won a seat on Fatah's top decision-making body on Sunday, as initial results emerged from the Palestinian movement's first congress in a decade.The congress came as Fatah faces existential challenges in the wake of the Gaza war.Yasser Abbas, 64, a businessman who spends most of his time in Canada, secured a place on the central committee after being appointed around five years ago as his father's "special representative" — a role that marked his emergence on the political scene.
(2026-05-17). Two years on: upgrading the Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah. icrc.org For families in Gaza, the Red Cross Field Hospital has been a lifeline. Two years on, this upgrade enables the lifeline to continue.
(2026-05-17). Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, amid protests over Gaza. newarab.com 
Bulgaria wins the 70th Dara, who was declared the winner early Sunday, was not among the favourites ahead of the show but gained traction during Eurovision week with her high-energy and highly choreographed dancing on the catchy floor-filler "Bangaranga".
(2026-05-17). Spanish star Javier Bardem says 'narrative changing' on Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Gaza: Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah undergoes overhaul to continue addressing urgent health-care needs. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). CBSE 12th Result 2026 Out, 85.20% Pass – Read Full Details. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared the result of Class XIIth board exams held in February/March/April 2026 on its official website cbseresults.nic.in.
(2026-05-17). Activists troll far-right UK rally with giant pro-immigration clip. aljazeera.com Led By Donkeys has snuck a big screen streaming pro-immigration messages into a far-right rally in the UK.
(2026-05-17). Ukraine Drone Strike Kills Four in Russia as Moscow Hit by Biggest Attack in Over a Year. moderndiplomacy.eu At least four people died in a significant drone attack on Russian regions, including Moscow, which experienced its largest assault in over a year. Three fatalities occurred in the Moscow region, and one in Belgorod, with a woman killed when her home was struck in Khimki. Two men died in the Mytishchi district. Many high-rise …
(2026-05-17). Dollar trap: Washington's bid to keep the Gulf in line. strategic-culture.su The story Washington wants you to believe is simple. The Iran war broke the Persian Gulf's economy, and the US is throwing its allies a lifeline. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) called the proposed UAE dollar swap line a financial backstop. The Financial Times (FT) called it a rescue. CNBC called it a bailout. The real question is who gets access to the Fed's gates, and on what political terms.
(2026-05-17). New Chinese battery offers fresh hope for hydrogen storage. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have built a new type of battery that may solve one of the biggest challenges in clean energy: how to store hydrogen easily and efficiently.
(2026-05-17). Republican Senator Bill Cassidy pays the price for voting to convict Trump. scmp.com US President Donald Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jnr succeeded in their efforts to defeat Senator Bill Cassidy in Louisiana's Republican primary, a signal of the enduring strength of the president's hold on his party despite an unpopular war and soaring fuel prices. | Cassidy was one of seven Republican senators in 2021 who voted to convict Trump on the charge of inciting an insurrection on January 6 that year. He placed last in a three-way race on Saturday against Representative…
(2026-05-17). Questions over huge late-night explosion in Occupied Palestinian Territories. thecanary.co 
A huge explosion and fireball rocked Beit Shamesh in the Occupied Palestinian Territories late on Saturday, 16 May. Residents near Israel's Beit Shemesh area reported a loud explosion and large fire visible from afar. Israel's Kan News later claimed the incident was a controlled explosion carried out inside a civilian factory. No injuries or damage […] | By
(2026-05-17). Fertilizer, Energy and Liebig's Law of the Minimum. resourceinsights.blogspot.com The | loss of fertilizer shipments coming from the Persian Gulf as a | result of the Iran war got me thinking about the chemist Justus | von Liebig, a prominent 19th century proponent of the mineral theory | of plant nutrition. Liebig is the popularizer of what is now known as | Liebig's Law of the Minimum. The law states that the least available | essential nutrient limits the growth of plants. This means once a grower | runs out of…
(2026-05-17). China's South-to-North water project has supplied nearly 200 million people. ecns.cn China's South-to-North Water Diversion Project has transferred more than 88 billion cubic meters of water to northern regions since operations began, benefiting nearly 200 million people, according to official data released in May.
(2026-05-17). Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to meet today for Zilhajj moon sighting. tribune.com.pk 
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet in Karachi on Sunday to sight the moon of Zilhajj 1447 AH. | According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the meeting of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee on 29 Zilhajj, May 17, at the Meteorological Department in Karachi. | The meeting will be chaired by Chairman Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad, while zonal moon sighting committee meetings will be held at provincial headquarters. | Zonal committees will meet in Lahore, Karachi, Quetta and Peshawar. The Ministry of Religious Affairs has also issued a notification in this regard. | If th…
(2026-05-17). Labour Party leadership challenge — Starmer's successors change nothing. thecanary.co 
The Labour Party, once the obvious vehicle for working class hopes, now resembles a clapped-out Ford Escort, abandoned on the hard shoulder of history. The wheels are missing, the engine is on fire, and the driver is insisting everything is on track for change. With Keir Starmer on the brink — cabinet ministers whispering exit […] | By
(2026-05-17). Behind PM Modi's Austerity Appeal. ummid.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for austerity, urging families to cut back on personal spending and edible oil consumption amid high fuel prices and global conflicts, is purely an act of letting down the middle class.
(2026-05-17). Iraq's new PM Ali al-Zaidi formally takes over. aljazeera.com Iraq's new prime minister Ali al‚ÄëZaidi has formally taken office in Baghdad, pledging reforms.
(2026-05-17). for friends and Libyan National Army conducts grand exercises. al-monitor.com The Libyan National Army (LNA), commanded by Marshall Khalifa Haftar and controlling southern and eastern Libya, is conducting what officers describe as its biggest military exercise yet ⚪ and a message for both friends and foes.At the entrance of a sprawling military encampment some 100 kilometres away from Derna, a towering portrait of Haftar overlooked the scene.The sand whipped across a barren landscape as armoured vehicles sped along.
(2026-05-17). Eid al Adha 2026: Dhul Hijjah Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia Saturday. ummid.com Muslims in Saudi Arabia are gearinf up to sight the Dhul Hijjah Moon on Saturday, the 29th day of the month of Dhu al Qi'dah 1447 corresponding to May 16, 2026, to confirm Eid al Adha 2026 and Hajj 1447H date.
(2026-05-17). Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano fight: Rousey wins with a 17-second submission. aljazeera.com Rousey won the fight with her signature armbar lock, forcing Carano to submit just 17 seconds into the bout.
(2026-05-17). California's 2025 Wolf Population Rises 10%, Successful Breeding Pairs Decline. indybay.org SAN FRANCISCO, May 14, 2026 — California's wolf population grew by 10% in 2025, with a total of nine packs by the end of December, according to a report released today by the state Department of Fish and Wildlife. The number of successful breeding wolf pairs declined, the report said.
(2026-05-17). Saturday 5/16: A Community Conversation: How Fascism Is Controlling Us and the World. indybay.org Black & Brown Social Club | 474 Valencia St. | San Francisco…
(2026-05-17). The Pitt and the Pendulum. tribune.com.pk 
Louie dies, and they stop. But not for long. The ER never allows long. But long enough. | In The Pitt, Louie is what we would call a "frequent flier" in our ER lingo. Chronic illness. In and out. Uninsured. System-worn. The kind of patient whose name is familiar before his face comes into view. And yet, when he dies, the team does not reduce him to utilisation metrics or comorbidities. They remember him. They speak about his cheerfulness. The way he always had something kind to say to the nurses. The way he made their night shifts lighter. They celebrate his life. | That pause was the most accurate thing I hav…
(2026-05-17). WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda a global health emergency. aljazeera.com DR Congo accounts for all except two of the suspected cases, both of which were reported in neighbouring Uganda.
(2026-05-17). Head flag shagger arrested at Unite the Kingdom rally. thecanary.co 
Flag shagger arrested! As we reported, Tommy Robinson's 2026 Unite the Kingdom rally was a massive flop. Despite this, some good did come of it: Oh dear… Raise the Colours leader Ryan Bridge has just been arrested at Euston station t.co/jTvTaLaKrr — Nick Lowles (@lowles_nick) May 16, 2026 Flag shagger raising the colours Ryan Bridge […] | By
(2026-05-17). Trump's War on Iran Is a Symptom of Unchecked US Military Power. progressivehub.net GEORGE YANCY | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-05-17). NEET UG 2026 re-exam to be held at same exam centers with no fees. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) said NEET UG 2026 re-exam for all registered candidates will be held at the same exam centre where a candidate had appeared on May 03, 2026.
(2026-05-17). 'We're Not Going Back': Black Voters March in Montgomery Against Redistricting. capitalbnews.org 
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Roy Wilson remembers marching with his family before the Voting Rights Act was passed in 1965. More than 60 years later, the 77-year-old answered the nationwide call to action this weekend as hundreds mobilized across Selma and Montgomery against the direct attacks on the voting protections he fought for as a teenager. …
(2026-05-17). The photographer who got away the day Danny Kaye was front page news. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-17). Tunisians protest against Saied over arrests and economic strain. newarab.com 
Hundreds of Tunisians protested in the capital Tunis on Saturday against President The protest was held under the slogan: "The people are hungry and prisons are full". | Demonstrators called for an end to
(2026-05-17). On the Anniversary of the Nakba, Palestinians have never been in more Peril. juancole.com
(2026-05-17). Palestinian-owned dog survives after Israeli settler beating. newarab.com 
A Palestinian-owned dog that was brutally beaten by an Israeli settler in the occupied West Bank on Friday is now recovering and being treated for severe wounds. | The Lucy suffered severe injuries and has since been taken for emergency treatment. | The harrowing footage clearly shows the settler, who has not yet been named, r…
(2026-05-17). SEIU1021 SF Workers & Clients Rally to Stop Killing Cuts by Mayor Lurie at Health Centers. indybay.org SEIU 1021 SF healthcare workers and clients from community healthcare centers rallied at the Southeast Mission Geriatric clinic to protest the layoffs and closures of the facilities and the effect on the clients.
(2026-05-17). ISPR says Indian COAS remarks reflect 'jingoistic and myopic mindset'. tribune.com.pk 
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Sunday criticised remarks by the Indian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), saying the statement reflected a "jingoistic and myopic mindset" and warned against pushing "South Asia towards wars and crises". | In a statement, ISPR said the Indian army chief had made a "provocative statement" during a recent interview that "Pakistan should decide if it desired to be part of geography and history". | The military's media wing said that, contrary to what it described as a "delusional and hallucinational belief system" and "despite the omnipresent ill wishes that prevail in Hind…
(2026-05-17). Not your father's matlock. tribune.com.pk 
Reviving a legacy title is always a gamble, especially when the original—Matlock—remains etched in popular memory as a comforting courtroom procedural led by the folksy brilliance of Andy Griffith. Not only did it run for 9 seasons in the late 1980s and early 1990s, but it also inspired other producers to create a modern-day courtroom drama. | The same thing happens in CBS's modern reimagining, fronted by Kathy Bates, which could easily have leaned on nostalgia alone. Instead, by the time Season 2 wraps, it becomes clear that this Matlock is not interested in imitation—it's carving out someth…
(2026-05-17). NTA to re-conduct NEET UG 2026 after paper leak. ummid.com In a major setback for students who appeared in the NEET UG 2026, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled and decided to re-conduct the important medical entrance exam, conducted on Sunday May 03, 2026, after the agencies found evidence of paper leaks…
(2026-05-17). Could a leadership change undo Israel's international isolation? aljazeera.com Opposition leaders hope to end Israel's isolation, even as they retain policies towards Palestinians that led to it.
(2026-05-17). UK police detail arrests after far-right rally, counter demo. newarab.com 
London police said Sunday officers arrested 20 people the previous day at a The city's
(2026-05-17). France-born Bouaddi approved to play for Morocco before World Cup. al-monitor.com France-born Ayyoub Bouaddi has been approved to play for Morocco less than a month before the 2026 World Cup kicks off.The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) confirmed Friday they had received approval from world football governing body FIFA's Status Chamber to change Bouaddi's sporting nationality, making him immediately eligible to represent Morocco in all international competitions.
(2026-05-17). Ukraine drones kill four as Moscow faces biggest attack in year. newarab.com 
At least four people were killed, including three in the A fourth person was killed in the
(2026-05-17). The fruits of a warming valley. tribune.com.pk 
The scent of drying apricots once drifted through the mountain air of Chitral's Kalash and Arkari valleys, where orchards heavy with fruit sustained families, traditions and local economies for generations. Today, those same orchards tell a different story. Blossoms are battered by untimely rains, fruit ripens too quickly under rising temperatures, and infestations rot produce before it can be harvested or dried. In the valleys once known for their abundance of apricots, pears and mulberries, climate change is steadily eroding both livelihoods and centuries-old cultural practices, leaving farmers uncertain abo…
(2026-05-17). Saturday 5/16: San José…Billionaires ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José…
(2026-05-17). Malaysia calls off search, rescue operation for victims of migrant boat tragedy. tribune.com.pk 
Malaysian authorities ended a nearly week-long search and rescue operation for victims of a boat capsizing tragedy involving Indonesian migrants in waters off Pulau Pangkor island last week, media reports said Sunday. | At least 16 people were killed, while 23 were rescued after a migrant boat carrying 37 undocumented passengers sank on May 11 off the island, state-run Bernama news agency reported. | Perak Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) said the operation ended Saturday following no new discoveries in the search area. | "Initial information obtained on the first day of the operation stated that t…
(2026-05-17). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-05-17). Should you trust AI for everything? tribune.com.pk 
From diagnosing symptoms and planning diets to deciding what to cook for dinner or what to gift a friend, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved into roles once reserved for medical practitioners or trusted confidants and, stranger still, for companionship itself. At the same time, it has become the first stop for life's random questions: Türkiye?" and "Who invented the telephone?" to "How many calories are in an egg?" "How do I write a resignation letter?" "Why is my phone not charging?" or "How can I lose weight?" | This increasing variety of queries shows how deeply AI is embedding itself in our daily…
(2026-05-17). High-quality development of China's service sector to boost industry, benefit people. ecns.cn In the first quarter of this year, the value-added output of China's service industry accounted for 61.7 percent of GDP and contributed 63.2 percent to the country's economic growth, cementing its status as the largest pillar of the national economy, official data showed.
(2026-05-17). JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com IIT Roorkee is releasing the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates, who have successfully registered for the IIT JEE Advanced 2026, on its official website 'jeeadv.ac.in'.
(2026-05-17). Eurovision winner flies home to rapturous welcome. al-monitor.com Hundreds of ecstatic fans waving Bulgarian flags turned out at Sofia airport Sunday to give a triumphant welcome home to Dara, the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest, after her surprise victory.Leading figures from the fields of sport, music and politics in Bulgaria fired off messages of congratulations ⚪ some of whom had even helped rally support for her before Saturday's voting.Dara triumphed in Vienna with catchy floor-filler "Bangaranga", which swept the 70th edition of the world's biggest live televised music event.
(2026-05-17). Large blast near Beit Shemesh part of pre-planned test: Israeli defence firm. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-05-17). FIFA officials meet Chinese broadcaster over World Cup rights negotiations. ecns.cn FIFA officials visited Beijing on Thursday for talks with Chinese football authorities and state broadcaster CCTV as negotiations continued over television rights for upcoming World Cups, according to Chinese media reports.
(2026-05-17). ISPR condemns Indian army chief's remarks questioning Pakistan's place in 'geography and history'. tribune.com.pk The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Sunday condemned remarks by the Indian army chief during a recent interview, in which he stated that "Pakistan should decide if it desired to be part of geography and history". | In a statement, ISPR said the Indian army chief had made a "provocative statement" during a recent interview. | The military's media wing said that, "Contrary to the delusional and hallucinational belief system and despite the omnipresent ill wishes that prevail in Hindutva-led India, Pakistan is already a country of consequence at the global level, a declared nuclear power and an indelibl…
(2026-05-17). OpenAI Daybreak thrown open for users. ummid.com AI giant OpenAI Tuesday May 12, 2026 introduced a new cybersecurity tool named 'Daybreak', which directly rivals Anthropic and its Project Glasswing cybersecurity efforts.
(2026-05-17). Riyadh Derby: Self goal costs Al Nassr a certain victory over Al Hilal. ummid.com Al Nassr had almost clinched the Saudi Pro League title 2026 Tuesday May 12, 2026 but for the self goal in the fag end of the match which denied the Cristiano Ronaldo's men a certain victory against key rival Al Hilal.
(2026-05-17). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-17). Algeria's USM Alger beat Egypt's Zamalek to win CAF Cup. aljazeera.com Algeria's USM Alger beat Egypt's Zamalek to win CAF Cup.
(2026-05-17). Haryana 12th Result 2026, Toppers List Released. ummid.com The Haryana Board of Secondary Education (HBSE) had announced the result of 2026 HSC 12th exams along with Merit List and Toppers Names on its official website bseh.org.in.
(2026-05-17). Activists to Protest Marin Grocer United Markets Over Sale of Chickens from Perdue Factory. indybay.org Protesters to expose animal cruelty documented at Perdue's California subsidiary, Petaluma Poultry, and ask United Markets to cut ties…
(2026-05-17). 'Auction, Not Exam': Rahul Gandhi on NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak Reports. ummid.com Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi Tuesday slammed the Narendra Modi government over the reports of NEET UG 2026 paper leak saying the medical entrance exam is 'not an exam any more but has become 'auction'.
(2026-05-17). 76 Flock Cameras Disabled in the East Bay. indybay.org saboteurs vandalized and/or removed cameras…
(2026-05-17). Sandra Hàºller Says 'Fatherland' Explores Germany's Post-War Trauma. moderndiplomacy.eu German actor Sandra Hueller highlighted that the film "Fatherland," directed by Pawel Pawlikowski and presented at the Cannes Film Festival, explores Germany's post-war trauma, affecting even those who did not experience it. The film, shot in Poland with authentic sets, emphasizes the historical impact of World War Two. Hueller expressed that the story resonates deeply …
(2026-05-17). Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager on four-year deal. aljazeera.com Former Real Madrid coach replaces Liam Rosenior at the end of a difficult season for the Premier League club.
(2026-05-17). TN CM Joseph Vijay promises Secular state based on Social Justice. ummid.com Soon after taking oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Actor C Joseph Vijay promised a Secular state based on Social Justice.
(2026-05-17). London hate march sees anti-Muslim rhetoric and niqab mockery. newarab.com 
Racism and Tens of thousands crowded the streets of the British capital for the so-called "Unite the Kingdom" hate march, led by far-right activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson, and bringing together various far-right groups. | The demonstration coincided with a much larger march in central London marking 78 years since the…
(2026-05-17). Friday 5/15: Nakba Day protest at israeli consulate. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | "israeli" consulate…
(2026-05-17). India's Tata and Dutch giant ASML sign semiconductor deal during Modi visit. aljazeera.com Prime Minister Modi says his talks with the Dutch PM also focused on expanding cooperation in defence and security.
(2026-05-17). Major routes reopen in W Cape after severe weather. sanews.gov.za Major routes reopen in W Cape after severe weather | Major national routes in the Western Cape, including the N1 and N2, have been reopened and are operating close to normal capacity following recent severe weather, signalling significant progress in recovery efforts across the province. | Western Cape Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning MEC, Anton Bredell, said progress has been made in recovery, with mop-up operations and infrastructure restoration continuing in several affected areas. | "Restoration efforts are ongoing, particularly in areas affected by infrastructure damage, elect…
(2026-05-17). WB Uccha Madhyamik 12th Result 2026 Date: May 14, Time: 10:30 AM. ummid.com The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) is declaring on its official websites wbchse.nic.in and wbresults.nic.in today i.e. Thursday May 14, 2026 the result of WBCHSE Class 12th HS 2026 examinations, also known as Uccha Madhyamik Pariksha, held in March 2026.
(2026-05-17). Italian PM meets victims of Modena car incident. al-monitor.com Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Sunday visited people wounded by a driver with a history of mental health problems who ran over several pedestrians in a city centre in northern Italy.The driver, a 31-year-old Italian man of Moroccan heritage, hit several people in central Modena before crashing into a shop window, colliding head-on with a woman."For the moment, what is become most clear, is that this personal situation is of a psychiatric nature," Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi said Sunday, after a meeting with officials at Modena city hall.
(2026-05-17). SPL 25/26: Ronaldo trails behind Ivan Toney in Golden Boot Race. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo has taken Al-Nassr Saudi FC to the cusp of Saudi Pro League Title 2026 but the highest goal scorer in international football is trailing behind Al Ahli's Ivan Toney in Golden Boot race.
(2026-05-17). South Sudan: The country's humanitarian needs continue to rise. icrc.org Joint SSRC-IFRC-ICRC News Release…
(2026-05-17). High School Students Expose Lies About OAK Explansion Plans. indybay.org Students call on Port Commissioners to de-certify Environmental Report based on false information.
(2026-05-17). Domestic brands lauded for dynamism. ecns.cn Chinese brands have evolved from being known mainly for affordability to becoming synonymous with technological innovation, creating unique value for global markets, an Azerbaijani economist has said.
(2026-05-17). Cannes Filmmakers Show Growing Acceptance of AI in Cinema. moderndiplomacy.eu Xavier Gens, the French director of the upcoming Netflix film "Under Paris," mentioned that if he made the movie now, he could have dramatically reduced the visual effects budget and finished it in less time due to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). He stated that with AI, he could complete the film in three months …
(2026-05-17). British MP resigns, paving way for possible Starmer challenger's return to Westminster. ecns.cn Josh Simons, a British Labour member of parliament (MP), resigned on Thursday so that Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham could replace him in his constituency through a by-election.
(2026-05-17). Youth must help to shape government – Mhlauli. sanews.gov.za Youth must help to shape government – Mhlauli | Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli has called on young South Africans to take an active role in shaping government and the country's future, declaring them "not just leaders of tomorrow, but changemakers today". | Speaking at the Seventh-day Adventist Community Day held in Maragon Mooikloof, Pretoria, Mhlauli said young people play a very important role in shaping government, society, and the future of the nation. | She emphasised that South Africa's youth, estimated at around 21 million people between the ages of 15 and 34, make up more than a third…
(2026-05-17). Saturday 6/6: How Communities Across Turtle Island are Cutting Ties with Israeli Apartheid. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/us-palestineactivism/eve……
(2026-05-17). Sukhneet, Suhani, Divanshi Top PSEB 12th 2026 Exam Scoring 100% Marks. ummid.com Sukhneet Kaur, Suhani Chauhan and Divanshi have topped the PSEB Punjab Class 12th board exam 2026 the result of which was announced today i.e. Wednesday May 13, 2026.
(2026-05-17). WB 12th Result 2026 Declared, Check Toppers List. ummid.com The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has declared on its official websites wbchse.nic.in and wbresults.nic.in Thursday May 14, 2026 the result of WBCHSE Class 12th HS examinations, also knwon as Uccha Madhyamik Pariksha, along with Merit List and Toppers details.
(2026-05-16). UN experts raise alarm over military immunity in India. tribune.com.pk 
In the hills of India's northeast and across the valleys of Kashmir, generations have grown up under a law that grants soldiers the authority to arrest without warrant, search homes by force, and open fire on civilians under extraordinary circumstances. Entire communities have lived with checkpoints, patrols, raids, curfews, and the knowledge that military personnel operating in their towns are shielded by one of the most controversial legal protections in India. | For decades, the Armed Forces Special Powers Act, better known as AFSPA, has occupied a volatile space in India's social fabric and successive gove…
(2026-05-17). WHO Declares Congo-Uganda Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency. moderndiplomacy.eu The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern. " This outbreak, linked to the Bundibugyo virus, presents risks to neighboring countries. The WHO reported 80 suspected deaths, eight confirmed cases, and 246 possible cases in the DRC's …
(2026-05-17). China opens 21 international cargo routes in April. ecns.cn China opened 21 new international cargo air routes in April, adding more than 43 round-trip flights per week, according to data released by the Air Logistics Branch of the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing on Thursday.
(2026-05-17). Israel planning to seize up to 20 properties in East Jerusalem. newarab.com 
In a statement, the governorate said Israeli authorities are preparing to approve a plan on Sunday aimed at confiscating Palestinian properties in the Bab el-Silsileh neighbourhood adjacent to the mosque complex, f…
(2026-05-17). Marwan Barghouti tops Fatah vote as succession questions grow. newarab.com 
Imprisoned The results reinforce the jailed leader's enduring popularity among Fatah amid ongoing succession questions surrounding longtime Barghouti, one of Fatah's most prominent figures and a widely popular Palestinian poli…
(2026-05-17). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-05-17). Today's interview on News X World (India) relating to Kiev's latest deadly massive drone attack on the Moscow region. gilbertdoctorow.com See minutes 21 — 28…
(2026-05-17). By Targeting Dairy Farmers, ESG Wants to Decide Your Milk. wattsupwiththat.com P2DNZ is not an isolated initiative. It is the agricultural, and diary centered, expression of a broader ESG governance model that substitutes accounting targets for physical outcomes and private coordination for public accountability.
(2026-05-17). Burnham WON'T back proportional representation this parliament. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, Andy Burnham is a politician with many, many faults. Despite this, there was hope Burnham could be used as a vehicle to get some decent policies implemented. As it turns out, though, Burnham has already backed down on one of the policies which made him worth voting for: üö®BREAKING | Andy Burnham […] | By
(2026-05-17). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-05-17). Actor Imran Khan opens up about the joys, quiet struggles of being a single father. tribune.com.pk 
Actor Imran Khan made a rare public appearance, featuring in an interview on fellow actor Parineeti Chopra's show Mom Talks, speaking candidly about his life as a single father and the emotional challenges that come with parenting. | Sharing a heartfelt perspective, Imran said that parenthood, for him, was not merely a responsibility but an honour and privilege, as it allows him precious time with his daughter. | View this post on Instagram | Imran shares daughter Imara with his ex-wife Avantika Malik. The former couple welcomed their daughter in June 2014 before separating in 2019. Despite the split, Imran re…
(2026-05-17). 'Timmy' the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead. aljazeera.com 'Timmy' the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead, found off Danish coast.
(2026-05-17). U.S. martial arts enthusiast makes the right moves. ecns.cn Wearing a loose-sleeved training uniform with a flowing black beard and a topknot tied up with a hairpin, Pinnick, 36, from the United States, told an unusual story of "Becoming Chinese".
(2026-05-17). Chinese-made collectibles gain popularity among young consumers at Changchun expo. ecns.cn Original Chinese-made collectibles inspired by mythology, gaming and science fiction drew strong interest from young consumers at a model toy expo that opened in Changchun this week.
(2026-05-17). UK ramps up Gulf military role amid US-Iran tensions. newarab.com 
The The British government said Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets would be equipped with an advanced precision weapons system…
(2026-05-17). Tunisians rally amid economic crisis and political arrests. aljazeera.com Hundreds of Tunisians have marched through the capital to denounce a worsening economic crisis and crackdown on dissent.
(2026-05-17). R12bn allocated to water infrastructure grants. sanews.gov.za R12bn allocated to water infrastructure grants | An amount of R12.3 billion has been allocated to infrastructure grants to fund 70 bulk water projects and 341 water services initiatives across all provinces, as government intensifies efforts to stabilise struggling municipal systems. | Presenting the Budget Vote for the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in Parliament on Friday, Minister Pemmy Majodina announced that the funding will be channelled through the Regional Bulk Infrastructure Grant (RBIG) and the Water Services Infrastructure Grant (WSIG). | The Minister said RBIG will fund 70 bulk infrastructur…
(2026-05-17). In a world of chaos, China signals that stability is possible. scmp.com Three polls firmly caught my attention over the past month or so. Each was conducted by a different outlet and addressed different questions. However, taken together, they tell one overarching story — implicitly, but unmistakably. Beyond an assortment of data, the story is about direction. | The first was a CNN poll. It showed that 76 per cent of Americans now see high prices and the cost of living as their country's most serious economic problem. Even more striking, nearly seven in 10 expect a…
(2026-05-17). Tommy Robinson's far-right rally was a massive flop. thecanary.co 
In 2025, Tommy Robinson surprised many by orchestrating the largest far-right rally this country had seen in decades. Robinson reacted to this as you would expect — by selling advertising space and merchandise. We imagine Robinson made good money off his fans because he always does, but the future prospects of his fash-for-cash operation are […] | By
(2026-05-17). Close vote sees Niue's Dalton Tagelagi back in as prime minister. asiapacificreport.nz By Christina Persico, RNZ Pacific bulletin editor Niue's assembly has re-elected Dalton Tagelagi as its prime minister, continuing his leadership for the next three years. Tagelagi, 57, has led Niue since 2020 and was nominated alongside Emani Fakaotimanava-Lui during the leadership vote. The 19th Niue Assembly was officially sworn in on Wednesday local time. READ…
(2026-05-17). Taiwan President Says 'Taiwan Independence' Means the Island Does Not Belong to Beijing. moderndiplomacy.eu President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan stated that "Taiwan independence" means that Taiwan is not under Beijing's control and that only the Taiwanese people can determine their own future. His remarks came after a significant summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, which raised worries in Taiwan about U. S. support for the …
(2026-05-17). Keir Starmer set to face reality and step down finally. thecanary.co 
The UK is in an unusual situation in which everyone understands Keir Starmer is no longer PM except Keir Starmer himself. This is a problem, because Starmer is unfortunately the only person who can remove Starmer from office. Thankfully, though, there are now signs he's planning to join us all here in reality. As Labour […] | By
(2026-05-17). British daily reveals when UK PM Keir Starmer will exit Westminister as political pressure mounts. hindustantimes.com UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly considering stepping down, triggering fresh turmoil at the top of British politics. According to a report by journalist Dan Hodges, citing an unnamed cabinet minister, Starmer "understands the political reality". Pressure on Starmer has intensified sharply after four ministers resigned on May 11, even as he publicly insists he will not quit. Starmer became prime minister in 2024, the UK's fifth premier since the 2016 Brexit vote, in a period of almost continuous political instability in which no prime minister has completed a full term since David Cameron.
(2026-05-17). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-05-17). How Once Hardcore Climate Alarmist Lucy Biggers Realized It Was All A Scam, Brainwashing. wattsupwiththat.com Ms. Biggers, once a leading climate activist until recently, provides the details regarding why she changed her mind and views on current climate alarmism, discussing a progressive timeline between 2020 and 2025 where she deprogrammed herself from climate alarmism.
(2026-05-17). Historic Boycott of REI to Begin on May 15 Across the Country as New Bargaining Details Revealed. indybay.org REI proposals included moratoriums on organizing and public communications, a six-year contract length, and mandatory giving to REI's charity of choice | REI Union workers and allies will take a stand outside REI stores to alert customers about the boycott…
(2026-05-17). The lost art of letter writing. tribune.com.pk 
Recently, while cleaning up some old stuff in my parents' room, we discovered some old letters kept meticulously in their respective envelopes and then stashed together in a large envelope. Thinking that they might be some important correspondence, they were carefully handled only to discover that they were odd letters family members had written to each other—brother to brother, sister to sister, son to father and mother—and had been preserved carefully through decades as mementos, though the subject of any of them was not significant, just family chit chat and updates on each other. | Going throug…
(2026-05-17). Arnold urges Iraq to show fighting spirit at upcoming World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Strikes and resurgent trade unionism in Chile: Interview with Domingo Pérez Valenzuela. links.org.au 
Domingo Pérez Valenzuela discusses the resurgence of Chilean trade unionism, strengths and limitations of its strike model, and what lessons the country's recent labour struggles offer for labour renewal internationally.
(2026-05-17). Pool services as preventive care for safer and healthier water. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-17). Swatch-Audemars Piguet watch launch ignites global chaos, tear gas fired in Paris. scmp.com The launch of limited edition Swatch watches descended into chaos on Saturday in several European cities and New York, with French police firing tear gas to restore order at one store near Paris. | Hundreds of people waited through the night — and in some cases for several days — hoping to get their hands on the "Royal Pop" timepieces, made in collaboration with luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet.
(2026-05-17). Chevron wants a school district tax break for a data center power plant. grist.org A major oil company is seeking a state tax break in Texas worth hundreds of millions of dollars to build a massive power plant. The energy won't be going to residential customers, though. Instead, the gas plant will be used to power a data center whose eventual tenant could be Microsoft. | Chevron subsidiary Energy Forge One has
(2026-05-17). CTET Sept 2026 registration starts, Apply before June 10. ummid.com Online registration and application process for the 22nd edition of the Central Teaching Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 to be conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has started through the official website 'ctet.nic.in'.
(2026-05-17). Exchange programs offer youths firsthand experience. ecns.cn University students from the United States are making rubbings from inscriptions on wooden tablets. They carefully apply ink and press paper to create prints, experiencing the intangible cultural heritage firsthand.
(2026-05-17). Peter Mandelson reportedly backs Wes Streeting for PM. thecanary.co 
Streeting — Keir Starmer's downfall was hastened by his relationship with Peter Mandelson. Despite knowing Mandelson maintained a relationship with the dead paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, Starmer made the man our ambassador to the US. This made it clear to all that Starmer is a man with phenomenally bad judgement. It also made it clear that […] | By
(2026-05-17). The Struggle To Defend CSU Faculty & Students In The Upcoming CFA Contract Fight. indybay.org Thirty thousand faculty members of the CSU system are facing major attacks with layoffs of thousands of lecturers, use of AI to eliminate positions and the increasing ICE attacks. Kevin Wehr who is the | CFA chief negotiator talks about the contract issues.
(2026-05-17). Portugal gov't approves landmark labor reform bill. ecns.cn LISBON, May 14 ⚪ Portugals Council of Ministers on Thursday approved a sweeping overhaul of the countrys labor legislation, sending the draft law to parliament after nine months of negotiations with trade unions and business groups.
(2026-05-17). Iran have meeting with FIFA over World Cup preparations. al-monitor.com FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafstrom described as "excellent" and "constructive" the meeting held on Saturday in Istanbul with the Iranian federation to ensure Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.The Iranians are scheduled to be based and play all three of their group matches in the US in spite of the war currently being waged in the Middle East. "We've had an excellent meeting, a constructive meeting together with the Iran FA," said Grafstrom.
(2026-05-17). Saturday 5/16: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Balfour Declaration" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XzUA……
(2026-05-17). Saturday 5/16: Union Democracy, Worker Rights & The IBT: WorkWeek Panel. indybay.org Zoom Registration | us02web.zoom.us/j/84722091993?pwd=CoyU1e… | /us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/84722091993…
(2026-05-17). Meet VD Satheesan: Ex-Lawyer to Serve as Kerala Chief Minister. ummid.com The Congress President, Mallikarjun Khadge, Thursday May 14, 2026 nominated V.D. Satheesan as the New Chief Minister of Kerala (now Keralam).
(2026-05-17). At least eight injured as car rams into pedestrians in Italian city of Modena. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-05-17). China achieves successful batch cloning of super high-yield dairy goats. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have successfully cloned six super high-yield dairy goats in Northwest China's Shaanxi province, marking the country's first successful batch cloning of such animals and a major breakthrough in dairy goat breeding technology.
(2026-05-17). Homeless Persons Legal Assistance Project Returns. indybay.org Court Navigation and Local Ordinance Assistance for the Houseless Community…
(2026-05-17). Sunday 5/31: Farmworkers Betrayed: Latinx Feminists speak out on César Chávez abuses ⚪ watch party. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., San Francisco…
(2026-05-17). Insurance strategy for Australian SMEs in a disruption era. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-17). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-17). PHA and NAMI host songwriting workshop for Philadelphia youth during Mental Health Awareness Month. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Children gathered around a table at the Philadelphia Housing Authority's North Philadelphia office and shouted out things that made them feel happy as they worked together to write songs about their emotions. | The songwriting workshop, hosted by the Philadelphia Housing Authority and the National Alliance on Mental Illness, aimed to give Philadelphia youth a creative outlet to express themselves and talk openly about mental health. | Ashley Murray, youth peer navigator for…
(2026-05-17). 'Bad Blues' Report Names Six House Democrats Deserving of Primary Challenges. indybay.org A national group with more than 1 million online supporters today named six Democrats in the House who deserve to be "primaried" by progressive challengers.
(2026-05-17). Red is the colour of sacrifice. tribune.com.pk 
Sheep led to slaughter may sense what awaits them, yet they have no choice but to move forward. Some might even mistake movement for freedom and look forward to life beyond their stockyard. Dress these sheep in bright reds and golds, surround them with garlands, fill the air with melancholic music, and gather eager spectators, and the ritual begins to resemble a typical wedding procession. Herded down the aisle against their free will, millions of women and girls face a similar fate as their right to shape their own lives is sacrificed at the altar of culture. | Under Section 498-B of the Pakistan Penal Code (…
(2026-05-17). Crypto.com gets license to receive taxes, other govt payments in UAE. ummid.com Crypto.com has become the first Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) to get the UAE license to receive taxes and other government payments.
(2026-05-17). Chinese-made EVs increasingly visible in Britain: scholar. ecns.cn LONDON, May 14 ⚪ Chinese-made electric vehicleshave become increasingly visible in the British market, David Bailey, professor of business economics at the University of Birmingham, said in a written interview with Xinhua on Thursday.
(2026-05-17). Comoros suspends fuel price hikes after deadly protests. newarab.com 
The announcement came after one person was killed and five were injured in confrontations between protesters and security forces on the island of Anjouan. | "The government and President Azali (Assoumani) heard the cries of the Comorian people. There was no other solution than to listen to them. The goal is to preserve peace," Energy Minister…
(2026-05-17). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-17). Grey Tiles That Pair Beautifully with Full Body Vitrified Tiles. ummid.com Grey tiles have gained strong popularity in modern interiors due to their calm, neutral tone and versatile design appeal as they blend easily with a wide range of styles, from minimal to contemporary, while helping spaces feel balanced and visually open.
(2026-05-17). Saturday 5/16: All Roads Lead to the South: Watch Party for Selma Movie. indybay.org Mountain View, 94043…
(2026-05-17). Leidesdorff Plaza – Diamond Jubilee Chinatown at Historic Negro Bar, Sacramento County. indybay.org As the morning mist lifts each day at Historic Negro Bar, Gam Saan-Gold Mountain, the largest Chinatown outside of San Francisco, nearly 3,000 immigrants, erased from memory. Today's Lake Natoma reveals what has always been there: the labor, resilience, and brilliance of early California Gold Rush history. Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. "African Founding Father of California" who helped shaped this state long before it was a state remains a "hidden figure."
(2026-05-17). France Out Of Africa! PASAI Shows The Way. popularresistance.org Kenya's president, William Ruto, long ago proved his bona fides as a puppet of the United States and its junior imperialist partners. In 2023, he sent Kenyan police, under the "Multinational Security Support Mission" to assist the U.S. in its occupation of Haiti. At the time, he referred to his actions as being "Pan-African," even as he did the bidding of the imperialist powers and made a mockery of that term. | Ruto's loyalty was rewarded as Kenya was designated a Major Non-NATO Ally, an elaborate way of saying that he is a puppet, a stooge, a lapdog, for U.S. interests.
(2026-05-17). Chinese heavy-duty robot sets Guinness World Record for payload capacity. ecns.cn A Chinese-made industrial robot has set a Guinness World Record for payload capacity, highlighting China's push to expand its advanced manufacturing sector.
(2026-05-17). Activists to Protest at Petco and Demand the End of All Animal Sales. indybay.org Following SF Animal Commission's vote to recommend a ban on the retail sale of animals, advocates will rally in San Francisco to bring attention to cruelty of the exotic pet trade…
(2026-05-17). KEAM 2026 Result: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala is declaring the result of KEAM 2026 — the entrance exam held for admission in Engineering and Pharmacy courses on its official website cee.kerala.gov.in.
(2026-05-17). ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for 5 Israeli officials. newarab.com 
The A source told the newspaper that the warrants would target Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, two extremist members of the government who have pushed aggres…
(2026-05-17). Israel could wean itself off US defence aid, but not yet. al-monitor.com Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's call to gradually end Israel's reliance on US military aid could boost strategic flexibility, analysts said, though a full break from Washington's support remains unlikely anytime soon.The United States currently provides Israel with $3.8 billion annually under a 10-year memorandum of understanding signed in 2016 under Barack Obama's administration.The vast majority of the funds must be spent on American-made equipment, according to the agreement.
(2026-05-17). males Trump, Putin, Netanyahu to blame for wars, says star Bardem. al-monitor.com Spanish superstar Javier Bardem, who is winning rave reviews for his latest film role, slammed the "toxic masculinity" of Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday which he said was responsible for their wars. Bardem plays an overbearing film director with an explosive temper in "The Beloved" by Rodrigo Sorogoyen, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday to widespread praise from critics.
(2026-05-17). Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling. aljazeera.com Republicans seek to allocate $1bn in public funds for Secret Service security upgrades linked to the plans.
(2026-05-17). AI drives boom in one-person companies nationwide. ecns.cn As artificial intelligence tools become cheaper, smarter and easier to use, they are helping more Chinese entrepreneurs turn personal expertise and online followings into one-person companies (OPCs), building lean businesses powered by digital platforms and AI-driven productivity.
(2026-05-17). The 14-Title Curse: Ronaldo's trophy curse continues at Al-Nassr. thecanary.co 
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has entered a new season of frustration with Saudi club Al-Nassr, after the team fell in the second AFC Champions League final to Japan's Gamba Osaka by one goal to nil. The match was held at Al-Awwal Park in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. Al-Nassr lost a fresh opportunity to embrace silverware, […] | By
(2026-05-17). More Sweeps of Survival Gear & Disabled Sidewalk Sleepers at Coral St. indybay.org Expanded Speech to the Community at Santa Cruz City Council Tuesday afternoon on May 12, 2026…
(2026-05-17). Kuenssberg guest spied on journalists, but she failed to mention this. thecanary.co 
Kuenssberg — Josh Simons is the now-ex-Labour MP who was found to have spied on journalists. As we're supposed to live in a liberal democracy, this sort of behaviour should be frowned upon. Instead, the national broadcaster just treated Simons like a normal politician: Josh Simons is on #bbclaurak this morning. Will Laura Kuenssberg ask […] | By
(2026-05-17). Prosecutors seek death penalty for US man charged with killing Israeli embassy staffers. al-monitor.com Prosecutors said Friday that they will seek the death penalty for a Chicago man charged with fatally shooting two Israeli embassy staffers in the US capital last year.Elias Rodriguez was arrested immediately after the May 21 shooting of Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and his fiancee, Sarah Milgrim, 26, outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington.US Attorney Jeanine Pirro said in a court filing that prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Rodriguez, who faces murder, firearms and hate crime charges.
(2026-05-17). Advanced manufacturing showcases nation's industrial prowess. ecns.cn Ahead of the May Day holiday, more than 4,000 international car dealers traveled to Wuhu in East China's Anhui province, home to the headquarters of Chinese automaker Chery. For many, the visit was a firsthand look at the dynamism of China's manufacturing sector.
(2026-05-17). Modest fashion's global turn. aljazeera.com From Instagram to Paris catwalks, modest fashion is booming as the global Muslim market heads toward $433bn by 2028.
(2026-05-17). Government launches water anti-corruption drive. sanews.gov.za Government launches water anti-corruption drive | The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, has announced the establishment of a national Water Sector Anti-Corruption Forum as part of intensified efforts to combat crime, corruption and sabotage within South Africa's water sector. | Presenting the department's Budget Vote in Parliament on Friday, Majodina identified water mafias – organised criminal networks engaged in crime, corruption and sabotage of water infrastructure – as one of the central threats to water service delivery. | "One of the focus areas on the National Water Action Plan is the fight…
(2026-05-17). WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda an emergency of international concern. tribune.com.pk 
The World Health Organisation on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern", posing risks to neighbouring countries. | The WHO said the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency but that countries sharing land borders with the DRC are at high risk for further spread. | The UN health agency said in a statement that 80 suspected deaths, eight laboratory-confirmed cases and 246 suspected cases had been reported as of Saturday in the DRC's Ituri province across at least thre…
(2026-05-17). How nature-based solutions can help vulnerable and marginalized communities overcome climate injustice. globalvoices.org 
NbS plays a crucial role in mitigating flood impacts and safeguard vital ecosystem servicesGlobal Voices Biodykes serve as a Nature-based Solution to protect riverbanks from erosion in a time of increasingly erratic rainfall patterns in the Gindri watershed, Amaltari, Nawalparasi district in Nepal. Photo by Karun Dewan from WWF Nepal. Used with permission. | This post is part of Global Voices' May 2026 Spotlight series, (2026-05-17). China clones six high-yield dairy goats in livestock breeding breakthrough. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have cloned six high-yield dairy goats for the first time, marking a breakthrough that could help accelerate livestock breeding and improve domestic dairy production, according to Northwest A&F University.
(2026-05-17). UPSC Civil Services Prelims Admit Card 2026: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is releasing on its official website 'upsc.gov.in' the admit card (hall ticket also called as e-admit card) of the candidates who have registered for the Civil Services Preliminary Exams 2026.
(2026-05-17). Bearys Chamber Marks 10-Year Milestone with New Vision and Commitments. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-17). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). NUHW Clinical Kaiser Therapist on Musk Altman Trial: AI Threatens All Workers & Patients. indybay.org
(2026-05-17). Gulf crisis pushes more students back to Coastal Karnataka schools. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-17). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). The victory of the Multipolar Triumvirate. strategic-culture.su
(2026-05-17). ICRC president calls for sustained international engagement to prevent further military escalation in the Middle East during visit to Iraq. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Message on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). First export vessel from Mangaluru yard marks big leap for shipbuilding; 6,000 jobs, global orders in sight. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-17). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Yuba County Falconry Business Ransacked, Former Visitor Claims Responsibility. indybay.org
(2026-05-17). Iraq: ICRC president to meet senior officials, discuss humanitarian engagement on two-day visit. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Yemen: Frequently asked questions on the release, transfer and repatriation of conflict-related detainees – May 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). The Judicial Training Institute at the Ministry of Justice and the ICRC Launch the First International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition for Universities in the UAE. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). The diplomacy of the Celestial Peace: How Beijing is shaping the New World Order. strategic-culture.su
(2026-05-17). How White Christian Nationalists are trying to Hijack America's 250th Birthday. juancole.com
(2026-05-17). Egypt: ICRC, Al-Azhar University Emphasize Shared Principles Between IHL and Islamic Sharia. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Mozambique: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). Enlaces de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.05.2026. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.05.2026 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación…
(2026-05-17). México: autonomías de norte a sur en escenarios violentos (libro). indybay.org
(2026-05-17). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-16). Trump's Iran Brinkmanship Hits a Wall as Conflict Stalemate Deepens. moderndiplomacy.eu During his first year, U. S. President Donald Trump's aggressive negotiating style led to some gains with other countries, but when it comes to Iran, this approach seems to be failing. Instead of softening his stance, Trump has shown increasing frustration over the ongoing crisis, which has lasted for 11 weeks, and his tough tactics …
(2026-05-16). The Iceman Cometh And The Results Are So Boring, Y'all. newsone.com 
Source: Drake / OVO Sound/Republic Records | Let's get this out of the way: I am not a Drake hater. | I was there for Comeback Season and So Far Gone. Thank Me Later, Take Care, and Nothing Was The Same were the soundtracks to my college years. From 2007 to 2016, I was actually quite a big Drake fan. I even saw him in concert a few times! | I give this pretense to let it be known that if Drake dropped some straight heat, I would gladly give him his flowers. But perhaps appropriately, Drake's much hyped Iceman has left me cold. Making matters worse, the man had the audacity to release the albums Maid of Honor a…
(2026-05-16). March to save Lough Neagh on anniversary of historic anti-corporate win. thecanary.co 
Campaign group Save Lough Neagh are set to hold a major march on Sunday, May 17 to highlight the water body's plight from years of profiteering abuse. It will fall on the anniversary of a landmark 1986 rally against lignite mining. Marchers will follow the same route as the 3000 who attended 40 years ago, […] | By
(2026-05-16). Carrying It On for Assata Shakur, The Embodiment Of Black Liberation. newsone.com 
Source: Kakuya Shakur / other | On Saturday, May 30, all those who believe in the bounty of Black liberation will gather at The Riverside Church in New York City to honor the life and legacy of the indomitable Assata Shakur. |
(2026-05-16). Carrying It On for Assata Shakur, A Symbol Of Black Liberation. newsone.com Source: Kakuya Shakur / other | On Saturday, May 30, all those who believe in the bounty of Black liberation will gather at The Riverside Church in New York City to honor the life and legacy of the indomitable Assata Shakur. |
(2026-05-16). L'oro che non deve niente a nessuno. strategic-culture.su Il sorpasso storico delle riserve auree sui titoli del Tesoro americano segna la fine dell'unipolarismo monetario. Dalle banche centrali di Pechino e Nuova Delhi al rimpatrio francese, anatomia di una transizione che nessun comunicato ufficiale ha il coraggio di chiamare per nome. | Segue nostro Per la prima volta in trent'anni, le banche centrali del pianeta possiedono più oro che titoli del Tesoro americano. Non è un'oscillazione di me…