(2026-05-08). Zionism Didn't Go Wrong, It Was Always Built This Way. portside.org Zionism Didn't Go Wrong, It Was Always Built This Way |
(2026-05-08). The Doctors And Medical Staff From Gaza Still Held In Israel's Prisons. popularresistance.org For the last 16 months, campaigners around the world have, understandably, been highlighting the case of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the brave director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, in northern Gaza, who kept the hospital operational for three months, from October to December 2024, when it was besieged and attacked remorselessly by Israeli forces during what was known as "the Generals' Plan." | This was the "genocide within a genocide", when the whole of northern Gaza was placed under a violent siege, and everyone still living there, who had failed to cooperate with previous evacuation orders — either b…
(2026-05-08). Palestinian Supporters Attacked By Cops At Stolen Land Sale. popularresistance.org May 5 — New York City police attacked people protesting illegal sales of stolen Palestinian land. Officers used pepper spray and kettled demonstrators. Some of these cops were trained by the Zionist state's military, who've committed genocide in Gaza. | The protest was called by PAL-Awda NY/NJ, which has long been campaigning against these illegal land sales. Members of Healthcare Workers 4 Palestine, CUNY 4 Palestine and other groups also participated. | The stolen land sale had been condemned by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, whose election campaign featured support for Palestinian rights.
(2026-05-08). US resumes strikes on Iran, as Trump threatens further escalation. wsws.org US forces struck Iranian military targets on Thursday after sending three US Navy destroyers through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively closed since February.
(2026-05-08). US Project Freedom Fell Apart After 'Backlash' From Saudi Arabia, Kuwait. popularresistance.org Saudi Arabia and Kuwait suspended US access to their military sites in opposition to Washington's so-called Project Freedom, according to a 6 May report by NBC News. | "Trump's abrupt reversal on his plan to help ships go through the Strait of Hormuz came after [Saudi Arabia] suspended the US military's ability to use its bases and airspace to carry out the operation," two US officials told the US outlet. The officials said Washington's Persian Gulf allies were "surprised" by Trump's announcement of Project Freedom over the weekend, which the US leader framed as a means of breaking Iran's control over the Strait…
(2026-05-08). European war flotilla en route to the Strait of Hormuz. wsws.org The mission is neither peaceful nor neutral. The former colonial powers France and Britain are pursuing their own imperialist interests in the Middle East, which do not align with those of the US. The same applies to Germany and the European Union.
(2026-05-08). Kurds caught in the Middle of Israel-US War on Iran. juancole.com ( Rojava's Kurds spent years fighting…
(2026-05-07). Amid global conflict-disruption cycle, China's reliability has enduring economic appeal. ecns.cn Disruption has become the name of the game for the world economy in the 2020s. The COVID pandemic, Russia-Ukraine conflict, Gaza war, Trump tariffs and now the Middle East conflict, have highlighted the flipside of globalization, which is that physical separation from a crisis is no longer a buffer from its economic fallout. Whether it be lockdowns, supply shocks, financial contagion, mobility bottlenecks, or erratic foreign policies, the butterfly effect is likely to be felt in multiple forms far from the epicenter.
(2026-05-08). University of Michigan president attacks Faculty Senate chair for opposing Israel's war on Gaza. wsws.org Over 1,500 students, faculty and staff have signed an open letter denouncing U-M President Grasso and defending Professor Peterson. A separate alumni letter with over 750 signatures is also circulating.
(2026-05-08). Judge forces unsealing of alleged Epstein "suicide note" wsws.org A judge from the US District Court for the Southern District of New York ruled Wednesday that an alleged suicide note written by Jeffrey Epstein before he was found dead in his jail cell was to be unsealed and released to the public.
(2026-05-08). Detroit, May 16, 2026: Lessons From Minneapolis! Hear from MN, WI Detroit Organizers, Help Build for Post May Day Actions! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-08). UK's Labour Party suffers heavy early losses as Reform gains in elections. geo.tv 
(2026-05-08). Apps For Activism: A Privacy-First Guide. popularresistance.org Before we start, I'd like to give an honorable mention to self-hosting. Every app stores your data on company servers—hence hosting your own server (even on a spare laptop) is the gold standard for protecting your privacy. | I used Qwen to walk me through my first self-hosting setup. If I can do it, you can too. | Now whether you self-host or not, ordinary people (especially activists) need a framework for choosing apps. Here are the key criteria to consider the next time you evaluate an app.
(2026-05-07). 2,500 hantavirus diagnostic kits being shipped from Argentina labs to five nations: WHO. ecns.cn 2500 hantavirus diagnostic kits being shipped from Argentina labs to five nations: WHO.
(2026-05-08). Thunder pull away from Lakers in NBA playoffs, while Pistons down Cavs. aljazeera.com Oklahoma City Thunder and Detroit Pistons take 2-0 leads in respective NBA playoff semifinal series.
(2026-05-07). China, U.S. urged to work for more practical results. ecns.cn Li said that China is willing to work with the U.S. to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, strengthen dialogue and communication, foster a favorable atmosphere for exchanges at all levels and cooperation in various fields, and strive for more practical results.
(2026-05-08). Iran war marks the end of American primacy as we know it. responsiblestatecraft.org The war in Ukraine shattered a core assumption about great-power dominance: that size and military strength are enough to impose one's will. Ukraine showed otherwise. With the right strategy, geography, and resolve, a weaker state can survive and blunt – and in key respects even defeat – a much stronger adversary.The United States now faces an uncomfortable parallel. The war with Iran is exposing similar limits to American power.For decades, U.S. grand strategy has rested on primacy — the belief that America's unmatched military capabilities enabled it to uphold global stability and shape outcomes acros…
(2026-05-08). CPJ demands progress on US probe of Shireen Abu Akleh killing. newarab.com 
(2026-05-08). No boss required: why Modern Times is more dangerous now than in 1936. onlineopinion.com.au From factory discipline to self-exploitation: the machine has moved within.
(2026-05-07). Naan coffee: Xinjiang cuisine winning over Beijing. ecns.cn Some Western media, turning a blind eye to the facts, have deliberately spread false claims of "cultural eradication" in an attempt to tarnish Xinjiang and distort China's image.
(2026-05-07). China, U.S. should strive for more practical achievements: Premier Li. ecns.cn China is willing to work with the United States to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, enhance dialogue and communication, create a favorable atmosphere for exchanges at all levels and cooperation in various fields, and strive for more practical achievements between the two countries, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said Thursday.
(2026-05-08). Two Bets On The Future Of Wind Energy: Who Is Right? wattsupwiththat.com My bet is that within about a decade, China will be taking multi hundreds of billions of dollars, if not trillions of dollars, of write-offs on its wind energy investments.
(2026-05-07). China slams EU's discriminatory restrictions on Chinese inverters. ecns.cn China has firmly rejected the European Union's (EU) groundless designation of China as a so-called "high-risk country" and its decision to restrict funding support for projects using Chinese inverters, devices that convert solar panels' direct current output into alternating current for use in homes and industrial facilities, China's Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2026-05-08). The Palestinian shot dead hours before his son was born. aljazeera.com Nayef Samaro, 26 was shot dead hours before his son was born.
(2026-05-08). Protest Demands Freedom For Student Anti-War Activist Yousof Azizi. popularresistance.org Washington, DC — On Sunday, May 3, about 15 protesters gathered again outside the Customs and Border Patrol headquarters to protest the ICE detainment of Yousof Azizi, a PhD student and outspoken anti-war advocate. Azizi was kidnapped on April 13 while on his way home from dropping off his two children at school. Since then, he has been transferred at least twice, and has been repeatedly denied access to his lawyer and allowed only limited contact family. | Chant leaders opened the program with calls such as "I-C-E, we don't need 'em, we demand Yousof's freedom!" and "CBP stop the lies, speaking out is not…
(2026-05-07). In a world of chaos, China is where stability pays off. ecns.cn As the world continues to grapple with supply chain disruptions and volatile market expectations, a sense of order that enables safe travel, confident business operations, and stable livelihoods has become a scarce resource—one that China possesses in abundance.
(2026-05-08). US Continues To Blow Up Small Boats. popularresistance.org A US military strike on May 4 killed two mariners in an alleged "narco boat" campaign which now has a cumulative death toll of at least 188. The pace of extrajudicial executions is ramping up, according to The Guardian. But why? | The serial murders could be, as the Trump administration claims, a genuine counter-narcotics operation. Or Mr. Trump and company may be conducting a demonstration exercise of executive power. Alternatively, the "kinetic strikes" may reflect more domestic concerns or perhaps foreign policy issues. Another possibility is that the administration is intentionally cultivating an image of unp…
(2026-05-08). Australia: Victorian budget cuts services amid war and cost-of-living crisis. wsws.org In order to produce a surplus, the state Labor government's budget deepens cuts to education, health and disability services, while rejecting the wage demands of public sector workers.
(2026-05-08). Trump's "America First" Counterterrorism Strategy: A blueprint for dictatorship. wsws.org The White House document equates anti-fascists and left-wing opponents of the government with terrorists, while erasing the threat of far-right fascist violence.
(2026-05-08). Tennessee approves map dismantling majority-Black district. aljazeera.com Tennessee has approved a new congressional map that breaks apart a majority-Black district centred on Memphis.
(2026-05-07). Kunming's 20,000 jacaranda trees paint city purple. ecns.cn The jacaranda trees are now in full bloom in Kunming, Yunnan province, creating a breathtaking landscape of purple.
(2026-05-08). New York City's Mayor Just BOYCOTTED the Met Gala — and What He Did Instead Is the Most Powerful Statement About Class in America You'll See All Year. portside.org New York City's Mayor Just BOYCOTTED the Met Gala — and What He Did Instead Is the Most Powerful Statement About Class in America You'll See All Year. |
(2026-05-08). West Philly tenants are fighting to preserve 925 units of affordable housing. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Housing advocates in West Philadelphia are urging the city to take on nearly 1,000 privately held rental units so they can remain affordable into the future. | The portfolio of properties is home to roughly 3,000 tenants, who fear they'll be displaced if the city doesn't strike a deal and the subsidized units become market-rate under new ownership. | "People are going to become homeless," said longtim…
(2026-05-08). The MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak and the threat of another pandemic. wsws.org Six years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the institutions of public health have been so thoroughly dismantled that the ruling class no longer knows, or wishes to know, how far this outbreak has spread.
(2026-05-08). US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz despite ongoing ceasefire. geo.tv 
(2026-05-07). China launches new round of central environmental inspections. ecns.cn Teams involved in China's high-profile central environmental inspection campaign will conduct monthlong inspections in seven provincial-level regions, the Ministry of Ecology and Environment said in a news release on Thursday.
(2026-05-08). Springfield, Massachusetts postal workers describe asbestos, Legionnaires' disease and complicit union officials at major distribution center. wsws.org Workers at the facility last month founded a rank-and-file committee affiliated with the national USPS Workers Rank-and-File Committee, citing the failure of the American Postal Workers Union to enforce contractual rights or respond to safety hazards.
(2026-05-08). A revealing report on the rise and rise of private credit. wsws.org Financial authorities are largely in the dark about the operations and risk factors associated with private credit, which has undergone explosive growth in the recent period.
(2026-05-08). Super Power To Spare: How Battery Tech Illuminates Competition Between U.S. China. wattsupwiththat.com Turner said that for too long, climate has "served as a shield," in which imputed good intentions can mask backscratching and failure.
(2026-05-08). School District of Philadelphia announces 17 school closures, in latest onslaught against public education. wsws.org The Philadelphia's Board of Education's vote to shutter schools is the latest assault on social programs to benefit the wealthy and the U.S. war machine.
(2026-05-08). Rwanda: Critic Dies in Prison on Release Day. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Aimable Karasira. | © Private | (Nairobi) — Rwandan authorities should conduct an effective, independent, and transparent investigation into the death in custody of Aimable Karasira, a Rwandan academic and outspoken government critic, on the day he was set to be released from prison, Human Rights Watch said today.Karasira's prosecution and imprisonment are emblematic of Rwanda's crackdown on dissent and free expression. His death adds to the list of disappearances and suspicious deaths of perceived critics and government opponents, and the authorities' failure to deliver just…
(2026-05-07). China urges Philippines to stop harassment in South China Sea. ecns.cn A China Coast Guard (CCG) spokesperson on Thursday urged the Philippine side to immediately stop illegal harassment, smearing and inflammatory propaganda, responding to Manila's disruption of China's marine scientific research.
(2026-05-07). China issues measures to assess Beautiful China construction progress. ecns.cn China has unveiled assessment measures for the building of a Beautiful China, aiming to promote green and low-carbon development and achieve overall improvement in ecological and environmental quality, according to an official document made public recently.
(2026-05-07). China's May Day holiday trips, spending both rise year on year. ecns.cn China's cultural and tourism market sustained stable expansion during the 2026 May Day holiday, with domestic trips and total spending both registering year-on-year growth, according to official data released on Thursday.
(2026-05-08). Landlords pay almost $7 billion a year more in tax than home owners, pushing rents higher. onlineopinion.com.au Landlords pay more tax than homeowners. Renters may be footing the bill.
(2026-05-08). United Flight 169 strikes highway vehicle on landing at Newark: The latest incident in crisis-ridden US aviation system. wsws.org The incident, which came the day after the collapse of Spirit Airlines, reflects the systemic crisis of FAA understaffing, crumbling navigation infrastructure and airline cost-cutting.
(2026-05-07). Beijing restaurants see surge during May Day break. ecns.cn Beijing's catering sector saw a clear uptick during the recent May Day holiday, with increased foot traffic across tourist areas, commercial districts and nighttime dining venues.
(2026-05-08). National strike in Bolivia fueled by gas costs sees growing calls for president to resign. wsws.org The decisive question confronting workers and youth is to draw the political lessons from the debacle of the MAS and the role played by the COB and indigenous leaderships in paving the way for the return of the right.
(2026-05-08). Milwaukee: Educators, Staff, Students Supporters Pack School Board Meeting, Demand Wage Increases! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-08). Nexteer workers: Vote "No" on the new sellout contract! Join the Rank-and-File Committee to prepare strike action! wsws.org The new Nexteer tentative agreement expands the tier system and maintains poverty wages as in the first TA, which workers voted down by 96 percent. Workers should reject it, dismiss the bargaining committee, and prepare to strike.
(2026-05-07). Strawberry Festival echoes four decades of rock. ecns.cn Fans gather at the Strawberry Music Festival during the May Day holiday.[Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn].For three days, over 180000 fans shared that magic, witnessing a convergence of eras, influences, and cultures that few other festivals could match.
(2026-05-07). U.S. issues new Iran-related sanctions. ecns.cn U.S. issues new Iran-related sanctions – Treasury Department website…
(2026-05-08). Operation Trust Me Bro: Let Them Drink Bourbon. commondreams.org 
With no grown-ups in sight, a feckless war lurches and whipsaws on, run by a regime full of clowns, drunks, losers, grifters all steadfastly defying the will of the people. Trump rants, Hegseth lies, Rubio punts, and a shameless Ka$h Patel, who actually likes to spell his name that way, is gifting bottles of personally branded bourbon – "KASH PATEL, FBI Director," boasting "strong notes of insecurity" – on all sides. Nothing to see here.The dizzying pivots on Iran go on, with Dear Leader "paralyzed" by what he started and can't for the life of him figure out how to end. The military blockade of Iran's ports i…
(2026-05-08). 'A calamity': Why is a record heatwave sweeping South Asia? aljazeera.com Countries including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh have experienced temperatures soaring well above seasonal averages.
(2026-05-08). Tidbits-May 7- Reader Comments: Voting Rights Overturned by Trump Administration and Supreme Court; Kamala in '28?; Haymarket Monuments; Barbara Kopple's Labor Films; Black Employment Under Trump; a Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Assata Shakur. portside.org Tidbits-May 7- Reader Comments: Voting Rights Overturned by Trump Administration and Supreme Court; Kamala in '28?; Haymarket Monuments; Barbara Kopple's Labor Films; Black Employment Under Trump; a Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Assata Shakur |
(2026-05-08). Israeli settler to face trial over attack on nun in Jerusalem. newarab.com 
(2026-05-08). Will John Fetterman Go Full Benedict Arnold? portside.org Will John Fetterman Go Full Benedict Arnold? |
(2026-05-07). 2026 World Digital Education Conference to be held in Hangzhou. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Education held a press conference in Beijing on Thursday to introduce preparations for the 2026 World Digital Education Conference, which will be held in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province.
(2026-05-07). Macao, Zhuhai launch smart immigration clearance at Hengqin port lanes. ecns.cn Authorities from China's Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) and Zhuhai in Guangdong province on Thursday launched a smart immigration clearance at the one-stop joint services lanes at the Hengqin Port, aiming to improve cross-border travel efficiency between Macao and the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin.
(2026-05-08). Shanghai's changing expats, Hong Kong trail sign fallout: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. 2 former Chinese defence ministers handed suspended death sentences…
(2026-05-08). Mali Still Stands: A Sahelian Coup D'état That Almost Was. popularresistance.org In the early morning hours of April 25, 2026, a very sophisticated and coordinated attack was made against the Republic of Mali. Armed groups simultaneously struck in Kidal and Gao to the north-east, Mopti and Sévaré in the center of the country, and critically, Bamako, and Kati in the center-west of the country. Bamako is the national capital and Kati is a garrison town 9 miles north-west of Bamako, the largest town of the Koulikoro region. | These were not random targets. Reportedly The 1st Military Region and 13th Combined Arms Regiment are based in Gao; the 3rd Military Region is based in Kati; and the 6th Mi…
(2026-05-08). Why Are BRICS Countries Buying So Much Gold. infobrics.org BRICS countries are buying gold for three main reasons: to break away from the US dollar, to protect reserves from sanctions, and to hedge against debt spirals they did not create…
(2026-05-08). Ex-prisoners recount abuse in Israeli detention centres. aljazeera.com Former Palestinian detainees are speaking out about torture and sexual violence they faced in Israeli detention.
(2026-05-07). Philippines brokers Thailand-Cambodia talks on ASEAN Summit sidelines. ecns.cn
(2026-05-08). Hantavirus cruise horror escalates? WHO warns of possible human spread, says 'can't be ruled out…'. hindustantimes.com
(2026-05-08). On cam: WHO breaks silence on Hantavirus outbreak, says low risk but more infections cannot be ruled out. hindustantimes.com
(2026-05-08). Trump's Ostrich Policy on Climate Change. juancole.com
(2026-05-08). Chavín de Huántar: The Rescue of the Century: A film of reactionary propaganda for Peru's military. wsws.org The social and political issues are deliberately ignored in order to present the rescue operation as a binary struggle between the "heroic" army and a guerrilla force that is the enemy of the entire nation.
(2026-05-07). Trump Says Us Military Operation In The Strait Of Hormuz Is Paused. popularresistance.org President Trump said in a Tuesday night post on Truth Social that the US military operation to "guide" commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, which he has dubbed "Project Freedom," has been paused. | "Based on the request of Pakistan and other Countries, the tremendous Military Success that we have had during the Campaign against the Country of Iran and, additionally, the fact that Great Progress has been made toward a Complete and Final Agreement with Representatives of Iran, we have mutually agreed that, while the Blockade will remain in full force and effect, Project Freedom (The Movement of Ships throu…
(2026-05-07). Senators press US military on Israel's displacement campaign in Lebanon. aljazeera.com In letter to CENTCOM commander, 12 Democrats raise questions about possible US role in Israel's 'mass evacuation zones'.
(2026-05-07). Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in Washington May 14-15: US. newarab.com 
Lebanon and Israel will hold a new round of peace talks on May 14-15 in Washington, a US official said Thursday, despite a The attack late Wednesday Next week's talks will be the third between Israel and Lebanon, which…
(2026-05-07). Irish footballers and celebrities urge boycott of Israel matches. aljazeera.com Irish campaign group accuses Israel of engaging ‚Å in 'genocide' in war on Gaza ahead of UEFA Nations League game.
(2026-05-07). Friday 5/8: Weekly "NAG" Friday Protest: Israeli Consulate – Noisemakers Against Genocide. indybay.org Israeli Consulate | 456 Montgomery, San Francisco…
(2026-05-07). Palestine solidarity activists disrupt Barclays AGM, saying 'Stop bankrolling genocide'. thecanary.co 
Palestine solidarity activists have disrupted the Barclays AGM in London on 7 May. This was in protest at the bank's financial links to Israel's genocide in the Gaza Strip. The protesters called on Barclays to end its role as a 'primary dealer' in the sale of Israel government bonds, and to end its substantial provision […] | By
(2026-05-07). On May Day, Workers Speak at ILWU6 on US Supported Genocide, War, ICE & Worker Rights. indybay.org Workers and community rallied on May Day at ILWU Local 6 to speak out about the role of Oakland airport in shipping military equipment to…
(2026-05-07). UK granted licence to export targeting equipment to Israel, despite risk of use in Gaza. thecanary.co 
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) granted two new licences for the export of trainer aircraft for F-35 sorties and "targeting equipment" to Israel, Campaign Against Arms Trade (CAAT) can reveal. This is despite concerns about potential 'auto-diversion' of military equipment by Israel, and its ongoing use of the F-35 in its genocidal onslaughts. […] | By
(2026-05-07). Intern Spotlight: Mark Birnbaum. worldbeyondwar.org 
Each month, we share the stories of World BEYOND War volunteers around the world. Want to volunteer with World BEYOND War? Email . | Current Location: : | Toronto, Canada | How did you get involved with anti-war activism and World BEYOND War (WBW)?: | I first became involved with anti-war activism in late 2023. For years prior I had witnessed a steady progression towards a militarized police and suppression of public expression. The confluence of the evolution of Israel's apartheid into a full genocide, and my own, more develope…
(2026-05-07). Israel's 'permanent security' quest is a policy with sinister implications. responsiblestatecraft.org The most explosive allegation against Israel is also the most emotionally painful one. A state founded in 1948 as a refuge for Jewish survivors of Adolf Hitler's terror is committing genocide today, contend a range of historians, including Holocaust scholars, human rights groups, and an independent U.N.
(2026-05-07). Remembering 262 Palestinian Journalists Israel has killed since Oct 2023. ummid.com On World Press Day, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip commemorated more than 262 journalists killed by Israeli forces since the start of the genocide on Oct 7, 2023.
(2026-05-07). People Against Genocide once again blockade Elbit insurer Chubb. thecanary.co 
First thing on 7 May, two activists from People Against Genocide locked on outside the London headquarters of Chubb. This is the fifth recent action against Chubb by People Against Genocide. The group is targeting the firm because it insures UAV Engines of Shenstone in Staffordshire. UAV is a subsidiary of Israel's biggest weapons company, […] | By
(2026-05-07). US and Iran exchange attacks around Strait of Hormuz, testing ceasefire. scmp.com The United States and Iran exchanged fire on Thursday in the most serious test yet of their month-long ceasefire, but Iran said the situation returned to normal while the US said it did not want to escalate. | The renewed hostilities broke out as Washington was awaiting Iran's response to a US proposal that would stop the fighting but leave the most contentious issues, such as Iran's nuclear programme, unresolved for now.
(2026-05-07). Cuatro hipótesis acerca del comportamiento de Rusia e Irán en sus conflictos. strategic-culture.su No hay salida total de la confrontación de manera pacífica o sin chocar y paradójicamente se suma como tragedia que ahora, a diferencia de la Segunda Guerra Mundial, la mayor escalada será nuclear. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Es…
(2026-05-07). US-Iran peace optimism fuels Asian stock market gains. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said conflict in the Middle East would be "over quickly", as Iran considered a peace proposal that could lead to the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz. | "We've had very good talks over the last 24 hours, and it's very possible that we'll make a deal," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office on Wednesday, according to Reuters. The president has repeatedly played up the possibility of an agreement with Iran since the war began on February 28, without reaching an…
(2026-05-07). Trump says done to Iranian attackers after US Navy destroyers came under fire. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 7 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Thursday three U.S. Navy destroyers transited out of the Strait of Hormuz under fire, adding that the American destroyers were not damaged but "great damage was done to Iranian attackers.""Three World Class American Destroyers just transited, very successfully, out of the Strait of Hormuz, under fire. There was no damage done to the three Destroyers, but great damage done to the Iranian attackers," Trump wrote on Truth Social."They were completely destroyed along with numerous small boats," he said.
(2026-05-07). Report: Trump Paused 'Project Freedom' Due To Backlash From Gulf Arab Allies. news.antiwar.com Updated on May 7, 2026 at 4: 03 pm EST NBC News reported on Wednesday that President Trump quickly ended the US military operation to "guide" commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz due to backlash from the US's Gulf Arab allies. The report said that the abrupt reversal came after Saudi Arabia was caught off …
(2026-05-07). What to know about Gulf Strait to control Hormuz traffic. al-monitor.com The establishment of an entity seeking to control maritime transportation in the Strait of Hormuz is the latest sign that Iran wants to formalize authority in the strategic waterway.
(2026-05-07). Trump says Iran deal 'very possible' but threatens strikes if talks fail. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump attends an event to mark Military Mother's Day, in the East Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 6, 2026. — ReutersTrump claims Iran would hand over enriched uranium to US.US halts military operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz.US, Iran near…
(2026-05-07). US-proposed Iran resolution at UN faces likely vetoes from China, Russia. al-monitor.com May 7 (Reuters) – The U.S. on Thursday urged countries to support its United Nations resolution demanding Iran halt attacks and mining of the Strait of Hormuz, but diplomats said China and Russia are likely to veto it.A Chinese veto would be awkward ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's trip to China next week, where the Iran war is like to be high on the agenda.
(2026-05-07). Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire with new attacks. al-monitor.com May 8 (Reuters) – Iran accused the United States of violating a ceasefire by targeting two ships at the Strait of Hormuz and attacking civilian areas, the country's top joint military command said early on Friday.The U.S. targeted "an Iranian oil tanker traveling from Iran's coastal waters near Jask toward the Strait of Hormuz, as well as another vessel entering the Strait of Hormuz near the Emirati port of Fujairah," a spokesperson for Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said in a statement carried by state media.
(2026-05-07). US military says it carries out retaliatory strikes against Iran. al-monitor.com By Idrees Ali and Phil StewartWASHINGTON, May 7 (Reuters) – The U.S. military said it carried out retaliatory strikes on Iran on Thursday, targeting sites it said were responsible for attacking U.S. forces in what it called unprovoked hostilities by Tehran.Earlier, Iran's top joint military command said the U.S. had violated a ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker and another ship entering the Strait of Hormuz, and by striking civilian areas.
(2026-05-07). China's position on situation of Hormuz quite clear: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's position on the situation of the Strait of Hormuz is quite clear, and the Chinese side will continue to make efforts to promote the deescalation of the situation and safeguard the safety and security of Chinese ships and crews, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). Headlines for May 7, 2026. democracynow.org Israel Bombs Beirut in Further Violation of April Ceasefire, Trump Threatens Iran with Heaviest Bombing Yet, Then Predicts "It'll All Work Out", Trump Abandons "Project Freedom" After Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Suspend Access to Bases and Airspace, Satellite Photos Reveal Iran Has Hit Far More U.S. Military Targets Than Previously Reported, Israel Begins Bypass Road Linking Jerusalem to West Bank Settlements, U.N. Calls on Israel to Immediately and Unconditionally Release Abducted Gaza Flotilla Activists, U.S. Renews Deportation Proceedings Against Palestinian Student Activist Mohsen Ma…
(2026-05-07). Crisis in New Zealand government over Iran war. wsws.org Foreign Minister Winston Peters, leader of the right-wing nationalist NZ First Party, released emails sent in early March which indicate that Prime Minister Christopher Luxon wanted the government to express stronger support for the criminal US-Israeli war.
(2026-05-07). US-Iran Talks at Risk: Israel's Gaza Strategy Sparks New Fears. thinktank.pk As negotiations between the United States and Iran struggle to hold, renewed military actions by Israel in Gaza Strip are raising urgent questions. Is Israel intentionally derailing fragile diplomacy, or are these actions part of a broader strategic calculus? Recent developments indicate that the already fragile truce in Gaza is fraying, with Israel threatening to …
(2026-05-07). US' "rollercoaster of objective" , Iran's strategy of "passive defense" and "cost-imposition" unitedworldint.com Notes from a roundtable discussion at the Center for Iranian Studies in Türkiye. The war, which began with the US-Israeli attack on Iran on February 28, 2026, is currently in a period of ceasefire. What follows remains highly uncertain. A process full of fluctuations and contradictions continues to unfold. What is certain, however, we are …
(2026-05-07). Iran denies involvement in Korean ship incident in Hormuz. newarab.com 
Iran's embassy denied on Thursday that its armed forces had been involved in an explosion that struck a South Korean vessel in The blast and fire occurred on the Panama-flagged HMM Namu, a cargo ship carrying 24 crew members, on Monday. |
(2026-05-07). US, Gulf allies press UN to condemn Iran over Hormuz attacks. newarab.com 
The US on Thursday urged countries to support its
(2026-05-07). Rubio meets Pope Leo at Vatican to defuse tensions with Trump. scmp.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio left the Vatican on Thursday after seeing Pope Leo in what was expected to have been a fraught meeting following President Donald Trump's repeated attacks on the Catholic leader over the Iran war. | Rubio spent 2-1/2 hours at the Vatican before driving away in a convoy under tight security. He met initially Leo before ‚Äåsitting down with senior Vatican officials, including top diplomat Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
(2026-05-07). Trump says U.S. had 'very good' talks with Iran in past 24 hours. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States has had very good talks over the past 24 hours with Iran on ending the war that has lasted more than two months.
(2026-05-07). Iran war almost over . . . and the end of an era a Global South perspective. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Prince Taofeek Ajibade The signals are now coming from both sides of the negotiating table. American sources confirm it. Pakistani mediators confirm it. The end of the US-Iran war is near, and the terms of that ending will echo across the international order for decades. Let us be precise about what has happened…
(2026-05-07). How Gaza became one of the defining issues in UK local elections. newarab.com 
With polls
(2026-05-07). Rutgers Criticized for Canceling Commencement Speaker Over Palestine Advocacy. truthout.org Faculty members at Rutgers University in New Jersey on Thursday were among those condemning the school's decision to rescind an invitation to Rami Elghandour, a biotech executive and producer of the Gaza-focused film The Voice of Hind Rajab, who had been invited to speak at the School of Engineering commencement next week. Elghandour said the engineering school's dean, Alberto Cuitiño… |
(2026-05-07). 'We're under attack!' the night the Israelis struck the Global Sumud Flotilla. asiapacificreport.nz 
SPECIAL REPORT: By Eugene Doyle New Zealander Jay O'Connor had finished a long but satisfying day as a crew member aboard Eros 1, one of dozens of vessels that formed the Global Sumud Flotilla that was heading to besieged Gaza to open a humanitarian aid corridor. What Jay wanted was a well-deserved rest, not a…
(2026-05-07). Israel kills son of Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Gaza strike. newarab.com 
Israel targeted a group of people in the Al-Daraj neighbourhood of
(2026-05-07). Labour concedes an own goal in blocking Labour councillor from re-standing over Gaza and pro-trade union stance. thecanary.co 
The people of London stand ready to deliver a decisive blow to Keir Starmer's Labour Party, as voters across the capital — and much of the UK — move to remove Labour councillors from office and turn their backs on a party that abandoned them long ago. However, remaining socialist MP's and councillors within the […] | By
(2026-05-07). 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. Now, it is being rebuilt to last.
(2026-05-07). Thursday 5/28: Virtual Visit: Deaf Relief Gaza. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/deaf-relie……
(2026-05-07). World's top media outlets urge Israel to "Let Us Into Gaza" ummid.com Senior leaders from more than two dozen global news organizations signed an open letter calling for Israel to allow international media to independently enter the Gaza Strip.
(2026-05-07). Venezuela's National Assembly Authorizes Appointment of Ernesto Villegas as Ambassador to UNESCO. orinocotribune.com During Tuesday's ordinary session, Venezuela's National Assembly approved the appointment of journalist Ernesto Villegas Poljak as permanent ambassador of Venezuela to the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). | Deputy Adolfo Pereira, a member of Venezuela's Interior Policy Commission, presented the report to the full assembly and noted that Venezuela has been a member of this multilateral body since 1946. | "Venezuela's participation in UNESCO allows our country to strengthen cultural policies against the illicit trafficking of culturally significant goods," said Pereira. He…
(2026-05-07). OFAC Authorizes Debt Restructuring Prep, But Keeps Venezuelan Assets Frozen. orinocotribune.com The US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a general license that removes obstacles preventing the Venezuelan government and Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA) from contracting legal and financial advisory services for the restructuring of Venezuela's sovereign debt. | This measure marks a significant technical step toward future negotiations on the country's multimillion-dollar external debt. Until now, US sanctions have blocked Venezuela from engaging in any form of debt restructuring. | While imposing unilateral coercive measures, the US seized Venezuelan assets abroad[md…
(2026-05-07). May 23, 2026 Fight for a Contract Day of Action! Starbucks Workers United! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-07). Trump reversed Hormuz ship escort plan after Saudi blocks US base, airspace access: report. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks during an event to mark Military Mother's Day, in the East Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 6, 2026. — ReutersSaudi anger reportedly derailed US maritime operation.Qatar informed after mission already started.NBC says Oman consulted…
(2026-05-07). Councillors claim Reform stopped them acting in local interest. thecanary.co 
A new investigation from the Independent has looked at the various Reform councillors who have jumped or been pushed from the party since May 2025. An interesting recurring theme is the claim that councillors were blocked by the national party of focusing on local matters. It's a worrying sign of what we'll have to contend with […] | By
(2026-05-07). What is it about the Met fashion gala that leads one to think fondly of the guillotine? wsws.org The Met Gala on Monday evening was an expression of the putrefaction of the ruling establishment where fashion, Hollywood, corporate money, celebrity culture and politics comingled in a display of wealth and privilege.
(2026-05-07). South Sudan: The country's humanitarian needs continue to rise. icrc.org Joint SSRC-IFRC-ICRC News Release…
(2026-05-07). Historic Milan Library Move Prompts Protest. indybay.org Milan's beloved main public library the Biblioteca Sormani that calls itself "The Library of Everyone" and often described as Europe's most beautiful, has been involved in controversy regarding its future since March when it was announced that the library would cease to exist in the 17th c Baroque Palazzo Sormani. The plan calls for the library to be moved to a new facility and for the building's transformation into a culture center.
(2026-05-07). The Mexican economy in the U.S. ranks among the World's top 8. mronline.org 
The researcher concludes that the economic power of the Mexican diaspora is undeniable, but its potential remains untapped due to decades of restrictive policies and a lack of binational planning.
(2026-05-07). UK voters head to the polls in local elections. aljazeera.com Voters in England, Scotland and Wales are casting their ballots in local elections.
(2026-05-07). China calls for equitable sharing of AI-driven digital dividends. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 6 ⚪ People around the world should be able to equally share the digital dividends brought by artificial intelligence, a Chinese envoy said here Tuesday.
(2026-05-07). Dazzling AI light show staged in Fuzhou. ecns.cn A live AI light show is staged on May 5, 2026 on the exteriors of buildings at Zhongzhou Island in Fuzhou, Fujian province.
(2026-05-07). White House calls actor Mark Hamill 'sick' over Trump grave image. scmp.com The White House called Star Wars ‚Å star Mark Hamill "one ‚Å sick individual" on Thursday after ‚Å an AI-generated image of US President Donald Trump in a shallow grave was posted on one of the actor's social media accounts. | "If Only" was inscribed on the image of ‚ÄåTrump lying with his eyes closed next to a gravestone, surrounded by daisies, with the inscription "Donald J Trump 1946-2024". The image was posted on Hamill's verified Bluesky account.
(2026-05-07). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-07). Wednesday 5/6: Emergency Call: Voting Rights Act Gutted by SCOTUS – Black & Brown Votes in Jeopardy. indybay.org Virtual | RSVP: secure.ngpvan.com/e-seOOH6pUacgLfa8l9wHA……
(2026-05-07). US left-wing Dems demand end to silence on Israel nuclear policy. newarab.com 
Left-wing Democratic lawmakers have called on the United States to break its silence on Israel is widely believed to have developed nuclear weapons in the 1960s but keeps a deliberately ambiguous policy by neither confirming nor denying its arsenal, which is is not subject to any international monitoring. | Some 30 Democratic lawmakers led by Representative Joaquin Castro said that…
(2026-05-07). 2026 West Bengal Elections End With Poll PC Highest Since Independence. ummid.com Polling for the second phase of 2026 Assembly Elections in West Bengal Wednesday April 29, 2026 ended amid heavy deployment of security personnel, including NIA sleuths.
(2026-05-07). Positive national energy momentum at risk of being swamped by…everything else. wattsupwiththat.com Even Ontario's premier Doug Ford has chastised the federal government to show some respect to Alberta and Saskatchewan, singling them out, an act that has happened exactly never times before.
(2026-05-07). UAH v6.1 Global Temperature Update for April, 2026: +0.39 deg. C. wattsupwiththat.com The Version 6.1 global average lower tropospheric temperature (LT) anomaly for April, 2026 was +0.39 deg. C departure from the 1991-2020 mean, which remains statistically unchanged for 4 months now.
(2026-05-07). Hondurasgate: Recordings reveal alleged scheme to restore Trump ally to presidency. peoplesworld.org 
A leak of supposedly private audio recordings from Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram—speculated to come from a source close to former Honduran president and convicted drug trafficker Juan Orlando Hernández—has unmasked an alleged plot to force regime change in Honduras and other Latin American countries. Said to be spearheaded by U.S. President Donald Trump and supported …
(2026-05-07). "Gerrymandering Arms Race" : GOP Rushes to Erase Black Representation After SCOTUS Guts Voting Rights. democracynow.org 
"The country's most important civil rights law no longer effectively exists, and that's going to have ramifications on American democracy for a very long time." Mother Jones correspondent Ari Berman reacts to the Supreme Court's recent 6-3 decision rejecting key principles of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Since the court issued its ruling last week, Republican-controlled states have begun to redraw their voting maps in a "gerrymandering arms race" that "could lead to the largest drop in Black representation since the Jim Crow era," explains Berman. "WeR…
(2026-05-07). "UAE IS IRAN'S EASIEST TARGET NOW" Pepe Escobar On Iran War. thealtworld.com Mario Nawfal is the host of the largest show on X (formerly Twitter) with guests including Hunter Biden, Elon Musk, President Bolsonaro, President Novak, PM Imran Khan, RFK Jr, Bill Ackman, Marc Cuban, Marc Andreessen and Tucker Carlson reaching millions of people a week and leading the citizen journalism movement. | Mario is also the founder and CEO of IBC group which is the largest incubator in crypto and AI and is one of the leading voices in the industry.
(2026-05-07). NYPD Captain Gets Reassigned After Calling Mayor Zohran Mamdani 'An Embarrassment'. newsone.com 
Source: Spencer Platt / Getty | An
(2026-05-07). The Màºtter Museum commemorates 50th anniversary of deadly Legionnaires' summer in Philly with new exhibit. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The summer of 1976 in Philadelphia was shaping up to be a busy one. | On top of the usual swell in tourism from people on vacation and families visiting with kids out of school, the city was also hosting a series of celebratory events marking the nation's bicentennial. | Parades, special exhibits and festivals were scheduled in and around Independence Hall throughout July. That same month, about 2,000 veterans from across Pennsylvania gathered for an American Legion conventi…
(2026-05-07). Russia urges foreigners to leave Ukraine capital over Victory Day threat. scmp.com Russia told foreign governments and organisations to evacuate diplomatic staff and citizens from Kyiv, saying a retaliatory strike would be inevitable if Ukraine tried to attack Moscow during World War II Victory Day celebrations on May 9. | Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said late Wednesday that Russia had sent a message to all accredited embassies urging them to take "very, very seriously" a May 4 statement from the Defence Ministry warning of strikes if Ukraine interrupts the…
(2026-05-07). Sh*thole: Forest Service cuts will impact facility maintenance. peoplesworld.org 
(2026-05-07). Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship exposes the continuing threat of zoonotic spillover. wsws.org A lethal hantavirus outbreak aboard the luxury vessel MV Hondius highlights how capitalist encroachment into ecological frontiers and global mobility transform localized zoonotic spillovers into urgent international public health crises.
(2026-05-07). Ancient Ziggurat of Ur restored in Iraq using traditional methods. aljazeera.com Restoration work is underway at the ancient Ziggurat of Ur, a monumental stepped temple in Iraq.
(2026-05-07). The five enablers of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. onlineopinion.com.au For decades, five powerful actors-the United States, the Arab states, the European Union, AIPAC, and Israel's own opposition – have all claimed to seek Israeli-Palestinian peace while enabling permanent occupation.
(2026-05-07). Health care under fire: Ten years after Resolution 2286. icrc.org Scared, but doing it anyway – health care workers on saving lives when their own are at risk…
(2026-05-07). 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.
(2026-05-07). China expresses strong dissatisfaction to UK's unilateral sanctions: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China has always opposed unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law or authorization of the United Nations Security Council, and the country has made solemn representations to the UK side, expressing strong dissatisfaction, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). China ready to help restore peace, stability in Mideast. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday that China is ready to help create the conditions for starting peace talks and play a greater role in restoring peace and stability in the Middle East, as the region stands at a critical juncture between war and peace.
(2026-05-07). China shores up Iran support as Trump seeks exit. al-monitor.com China understands how badly Trump wants an exit from the conflict. But timing is critical: if no agreement is reached before Trump arrives in China on Thursday, Beijing would be better positioned to set the agenda.
(2026-05-07). Man arrested 'with weapon' near former prince Andrew's home. scmp.com UK police said on Thursday they had arrested a man wielding a weapon who "was behaving in an intimidating manner" close to the home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in eastern England. | Norfolk police confirmed they had been called to an incident late on Wednesday near the Sandringham Estate "and the man was arrested on suspicion of a public order offence and possession of an offensive weapon".
(2026-05-07). A fight over vacant Philly lots is exposing tensions in Mayor Parker's housing plan. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! On North Third Street, not far from Norris Square Park, sits a long-vacant lot that neighbors want to see put to productive use. And they're raising questions about whether a popular homeownership initiative is the right tool for the job. | Ideally, they say, the city-owned parcel would be used for a mixed-use development with an independent retailer on the ground level — perhaps a pharmacy or a…
(2026-05-07). Here comes a very fast train! (Please, save us!). onlineopinion.com.au Big promises, bigger price tag: the fast train debate returns.
(2026-05-07). Isolated Europe doesn't even believe its own theatre: May's EPC summit in review. strategic-culture.su The Yerevan summit appears not as a milestone but as a failed maintenance operation, a necessary rite to reaffirm the plausibility of a project whose practical limits have long since been reached. | Join us on , , and .
(2026-05-07). San Diego Workers Gather at Chicano Park for May Day. portside.org San Diego Workers Gather at Chicano Park for May Day |
(2026-05-07). Saturday 5/16: Coffee & Conversation About Reparations to African People. indybay.org International Cafe, 508 Haight Street (near Fillmore), San Francisco…
(2026-05-07). Decades Of Stigmatization Fueled Threat Of Pregnancy Criminalization. popularresistance.org In the aftermath of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, there has been increased movement toward criminalization of abortion. | The Fifth Circuit Court recently ordered the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to rescind guidance permitting the use of telemedicine for mifepristone, one of the two medications used for medication abortion. The US Supreme Court on Monday announced a one week stay on the Fifth Circuit's order, once again allowing the FDA to permit telemedicine abortion.
(2026-05-07). Green Party supporters happy they can vote 'for a positive reason'. thecanary.co 
Green Party supporters have been expressing their excitement about being able to vote "for a positive reason" rather than tactically. Popping that Green vote in the ballot will never not be refreshing. Knowing youre voting for a party for a positive reason and not having to hold your nose and vote for someone just to […] | By
(2026-05-07). China responds to Japan launching offensive missiles overseas. ecns.cn A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday Japan's right-wing forces are pushing for the acceleration of remilitarization, adding Japan's neo-militarism is rising and posing a threat to regional peace and stability.
(2026-05-07). The Supreme Court's War on the Voting Rights Act Sends America Backwards. otherwords.org The United States took a decisive step toward democracy with the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. At the time, Black political representation was not just limited — it was nearly nonexistent. African Americans made up more than 10 percent of the population but held less than 2 percent of seats in Congress and none in the Senate. | By dismantling formal barriers to voting, the Voting Rights Act opened the door for Black political participation — and over time, representation. That progress was neither immediate nor inevitable, but it was real. | It was in this context that the Joint Center for…
(2026-05-07). Iran war undermines Dubai economic 'safe haven' appeal. newarab.com 
The United Arab Emirates, in general, and Recent missile and air strikes on the
(2026-05-07). Zack Polanski is right Israel doesn't have the right to exist. thecanary.co 
Green Party leader Zack Polanski was grilled on ITV's Peston show about Israel's right to exist. Polanski's reply that he believes that people have the right to exist rather than nation-states was not revolutionary; it has been explained by people like Francesca Albanese and Moncef Khane. However, Polanski had already rattled his pro-Israel interviewer, who was an […] | By
(2026-05-07). 2026 World Cup will bring 1000th match in tournament's history. thecanary.co 
The World Cup is no longer just a competition held every four years. Throughout its history, which began in 1930, it has become a monumental record reflecting the evolution of the game itself. Prior to the 2026 edition, it had reached a remarkable milestone: 964 matches, representing the culmination of 22 tournaments. With the 2026 […] | By
(2026-05-07). Court Rules Fresno City Council Violated Open Meetings Law. indybay.org FRESNO, Calif., May 5, 2026 — The City of Fresno violated the Ralph M. Brown Act by holding budget committee meetings behind closed doors for years, without public notice or the opportunity for residents to attend or participate, a Fresno Superior Court judge ruled.
(2026-05-07). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-07). Close calls at Michigan's dams are a climate warning to America. grist.org 
Flooding across northern Michigan last month pushed rivers to record levels, testing the limits of the state's aging dams so severely that officials in one city nearly ordered evacuations as water threatened to spill over the top of a key barrier — a close call that highlights the growing risk that intensifying storms pose to similar infrastructure around the country. | Nationwide, the average dam is
(2026-05-07). Who Is L. Louise Lucas? The Virginia Lawmaker Now At The Center Of An FBI Probe. newsone.com 
Source: The Washington Post / Getty | On May 6, FBI agents conducted a search of the office and marijuana dispensary owned by Virginia Democratic State Senator L. Louise Lucas, a veteran lawmaker who recently emerged as a key figure in the state's heated congressional redistricting debate, according to reports from
(2026-05-07). Thursday 5/21: Panel: Radicals, Realists, and Repression: The State of Activism in the U.S. indybay.org The Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists; 1924 Cedar St. Berkeley CA…
(2026-05-07). White CEO Says Zohran Mamdani's 'Tax The Rich' Slogan Is A 'Racial Slur' For The Wealthy. newsone.com 
Source: Michael M. Santiago / Getty | The only thing worse than Meet Ken Griffin and Steven Roth, two of New York City's richest men, both of whom app…
(2026-05-07). Why electricity costs more than we think…and why, in Germany, solar is about 10x more expensive than coal. wattsupwiththat.com What does it actually cost to keep the lights on, reliably, 24/7/365 year after year?
(2026-05-07). US 'terrorism' strategy links Muslim Brotherhood to Al-Qaeda, IS. newarab.com 
The US has announced a new counterterrorism strategy, which claims for the first time ever that the The strategy was announced on Tuesday by
(2026-05-07). US Launches Its 63rd Airstrike of the Year in Somalia. news.antiwar.com The US has launched another airstrike in Somalia, according to a press release from US Africa Command, as the Trump administration continues its record-shattering bombing campaign in the country. AFRICOM said that the strike targeted the ISIS affiliate in Somalia's northeastern Puntland region, about 46 miles southeast of the Gulf of Aden port city of …
(2026-05-07). Wednesday 5/27: Trillion Dollar War Machine: Book Talk w/ William D. Hartung & Katrina vanden Heuvel. indybay.org Online: www.thenation.com/events/the-trillion-do……
(2026-05-07). Armed fighters kill at least 30 people in attacks in central Mali. aljazeera.com Several sources tell Reuters and AFP the al-Qaeda-affiliated assailants hit two villages in Mopti region on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). UN urges Tunisia to end repression of civil society, media. newarab.com 
(2026-05-07). Somali pirates abandon hijacked UAE dhow due to dwindling supplies. aljazeera.com The lemon-laden Fahad-4, hijacked in late April, was used as a mothership to attack other ships.
(2026-05-07). You Don't Know What It Is, Do You, Mr. Jones? scheerpost.com Ari Paul FAIR Silence had never sounded so sweet, blankness had never looked so beautiful. A visit to the far-right conspiracy outlet Infowars website had no "Jesus Returns"—sized headlines about government-tainted water turning the frogs gay, or fresh anti-vaccine claims. No promotions for host Alex Jones' supplements, either, or videos of him screaming gibberish about politicians eating babies. Just a …
(2026-05-07). Motorbike gunmen kill political aide in India's West Bengal. geo.tv 
Members of security forces stop a delivery personnel as they stand guard along a road leading to the site where an aide of Suvendu Adhikari, a leader of Bharatiya Janata Party in West Bengal state, was shot dead days after the BJP secured a majority in the state assembly elections, in…
(2026-05-07). Five Prices For The Same Product Is Price Manipulation. popularresistance.org If you're just trying to assess the way corporations view a particular development, you can learn more from how they talk among themselves than whatever narrative is crafted for general consumption. On dynamic pricing, let's look just at headlines from Forbes Magazine. | In 2024, we have "Harnessing AI for Dynamic Pricing for Your Business," saying "AI has emerged as a critical tool for implementing dynamic pricing strategies, enabling businesses to adjust prices in real-time based on market demand." | In 2025, we get "Making Dynamic Pricing a C-Suite Imperative." That declares that "in order to elevate pricing i…
(2026-05-07). The best living American songwriters. whyy.org The New York Times Magazine released a list of the top 30 living American songwriters, from Taylor Swift, to Stevie Wonder, to Jay-Z. Who made the cut and who didn't?
(2026-05-07). From Emergency Lifelines to Strategic Levers: Dollar Liquidity and the UAE Pivot. fairobserver.com The current debate over dollar liquidity is often framed as a technical question — who gets access to swap lines, under what conditions and through which institutional channel. That framing understates what is changing. Access to dollar funding is becoming a strategic variable, shaping how countries position themselves within an increasingly layered global system. The…
(2026-05-07). Wednesday 5/13: Rally to Fight Back Against SFDPH Program Cuts & Clinic Closures that Will Kill. indybay.org South East Mission Geriatric Services Clinic, | 3905 Mission St. San Francisco…
(2026-05-07). Meet Joseph Vijay: The Fathima Alumnus Who Stormed Into TN Politics. ummid.com The Fathima School alumnus, Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, or simply Vijay, is the latest Filmstar who has stormed into the Tamil Nadu Politics.
(2026-05-07). Egyptian man jailed for life over deadly US fire attack on Jewish protest. al-monitor.com A man who launched a Molotov cocktail attack on Jewish protesters in Colorado last year that killed one person and injured more than a dozen others was sentenced to life imprisonment on Thursday, US media said.Mohamed Soliman, a 46-year-old Egyptian, admitted a raft of charges, including first degree murder, over the horrific June attack in Boulder.Soliman threw fire bombs and sprayed burning gasoline at a group of people who had gathered in the city in support of Israeli hostages held by Hamas after the militant group's assault on Israel in October 2023.
(2026-05-07). Saturday 6/6: At the Intersection of Valencia & Sandino Plaza: A Walking Tour. indybay.org Meet at the corner of 16th Street & Rondell Place (in front of Mother)…
(2026-05-07). UAE Deports Thousands of Pakistani Workers, Blocks Them From Accessing Life Savings: Report. orinocotribune.com
(2026-05-07). Saturday 5/9: Film: It Was Just An Accident directed by Jafar Panahi. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-05-07). Ramzi Mallat's Leighton House installation confronts Orientalism. newarab.com 
Beneath a grand dome, pierced by arched windows of stained glass, where ceramic tiles carry the curves of Arabic calligraphy, and white marble columns frame the recesses, accented by intricately carved mashrabiya, the Light filters through the wooden latticework in fractured patterns, cooling the air and softening the grandeur. Below, a black marble fountain anchors the room in stillness. | Into this layered interior, over 7,500 rounded, deep-turquoise glazed cerami…
(2026-05-07). The truth about election fraud, by the numbers. peoplesworld.org 
"The true liar is of so mendacious a constitution that he lies at all times, and he is happy only when he is lying. Always and evermore, his gob is after lying: He lies here and lies there, he lies in secret and in public, he lies year out and he lies year in." — …
(2026-05-07). 'Keystone Light': These Wyoming oil tycoons are reviving the controversial pipeline. peoplesworld.org 
On the first day of his presidency back in 2021, Joe Biden revoked a key permit for the Keystone XL pipeline, which would have brought oil from Canada's tar sands into the U.S. The decision to kill Keystone XL was perhaps Biden's clearest gift to the environmental movement. But now, five years later, a family …
(2026-05-07). Colorado rally firebomber gets life in prison after asking for death. scmp.com The man who threw petrol bombs at ‚Å a pro-Israel rally last year in Colorado, setting several people aflame including a woman who later died from her burns, was sentenced on Thursday to spend the rest of his life in prison but said he wished to be executed. | Mohamed Soliman, 46, an Egyptian national, pleaded guilty to 101 charges brought by state prosecutors, including first-degree murder, then apologised in court and decried his own crimes as contrary to "the teachings of Islam" in a statement…
(2026-05-07). Australia and Japan boost military ties against China. wsws.org Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has proclaimed that the country will play a "more proactive" role in the Indo-Pacific, amid a flurry of regional visits all directed against Beijing.
(2026-05-07). South Koreans' favorability toward China hits six-year high. ecns.cn South Koreans' favorability toward China rose to 30.2 points, the highest level since April 2020, according to a survey released by Hankook Research.
(2026-05-07). China's Tianzhou-9 cargo craft re-enters atmosphere. ecns.cn China's Tianzhou-9 cargo craft, tasked with carrying supplies for China's space station, has re-entered the Earth's atmosphere in a controlled manner, the China Manned Space Agency said Thursday.
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(2026-05-07). Russia's Rosatom, IIT-B, Bengaluru Co Partner to Build India's Next-Gen Nuclear Workforce. infobrics.org State-run Russian nuclear corporation Rosatom, through its subsidiary JSC Engineering and Technology Center 'ETC GET', has announced a pilot training programme for nuclear industry specialists in India…
(2026-05-07). The Shipping Shield and Washington's Strategic Miscalculation. fpif.org If the United States continues to treat the global commons as a zero-sum battlefield, it may find that it has not cornered its rival but has instead isolated itself from the very infrastructure of the modern world.
(2026-05-07). Australia's interest rate rise signals growing hawkish stance in Asia. scmp.com For an indication of how much the energy crisis is shaping the path of monetary policy, look no further than Australia. On May 5, the country's central bank raised interest rates for the third consecutive time, unwinding last year's monetary easing. | The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) said "higher fuel prices are adding to inflation and there are indications that this is likely to have second-round effects on prices for goods and services more broadly".
(2026-05-07). Analysis: Russian security assistance is creating problems on the Korean Peninsula. longwarjournal.org North Korea has launched dozens of missiles since the start of 2026. The regime is displaying increasingly lethal long-range fires capabilities that have been enabled, in no small part, by Russian security assistance.
(2026-05-07). Protection of health care in armed conflict: UN Security Council Resolution 2286 10 years on. icrc.org Briefing by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council Arria-formula Meeting: "A Decade of Resolution 2286: Protecting Medical Care in Conflict Amid Evolving Threats".
(2026-05-07). BRICS Members Russia and Ethiopia Deepen Partnership with Bold Industrial Plans. infobrics.org As constituent members of the BRICS economic bloc, the Russian Federation and Ethiopia have sustained a mutually beneficial partnership, which both sovereign states are committed to consolidating moving forward…
(2026-05-07). Will Kyiv Strike on May 9? Russia Braces for High-Stakes Parade Risks. thinktank.pk Russia's annual Victory Day parade in Moscow has long been a carefully choreographed display of military strength and national pride. In 2026, however, the event is unfolding under extraordinary tension. The ongoing war with Ukraine has transformed the parade from a symbol of historic victory into a potential flashpoint for modern conflict. Speculation is growing …
(2026-05-07). Spain summons Israeli envoy over detention of flotilla activist. newarab.com 
Spain summoned Israel's top envoy in Madrid to protest the "unacceptable and intolerable" The countries' latest diplomatic clash came as Spain decorated the
(2026-05-07). 'MAMDANI Act' pushes both anti-communism and Islamophobia. peoplesworld.org 
"Following the 'alien radical,' the naturalized American, is the first victim of the Czarification of America. Patriotic profiteers and political hooligans are united in the cry for the 'Americanization' of the foreigner in the United States. He is to be 'naturalized,' intellectually sterilized and immunized to Bolshevism, so that he may properly appreciate the glorious …
(2026-05-07). India's Modi Gov't Purged Millions of Voters Before Elections in "Direct Attack" on Democracy. democracynow.org 
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his right-wing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won big in state-level elections this week, with the Hindu nationalist BJP now controlling over 70% of the country. Leading opposition politician and Chief Minister of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee has refused to recognize the results as legitimate, accusing the Modi government of mass disenfranchisement. Ahead of elections, 9 million names were deleted from the rolls under a process called "Special Intensive Revision" (SIR). The process, conducted by India's Election Commission, "vitiates and creates an elec…
(2026-05-07). Performances from Alice Cooper and Everclear, Love Your Park, 'Kinky Boots' on stage and more in this week's 'Things to Do'. whyy.org It's Mother's Day weekend, and we're hoping that one of these events resonates with Mom. If she's a sports fan, the Sixers try to make more noise in the playoffs with Games 3 and 4 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Friday and Sunday. If she prefers music, there's everything from classical with the Philadelphia Orchestra's Musician's Choice at the Kimmel to rock with MMRBQ at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion or reggae with the Wailers at Lansdowne Theater. | If Mom's a history buff, she might appreciate History That Doesn't Suck with Professor Greg Jackson at the Kimmel Center or the world premiere of "The Woman Question" at Br…
(2026-05-07). Venetoulis Institute 'saves' the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette by purging union members who went on strike. therealnews.com 
After members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh won their strike at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette in late 2025, which had lasted for over 3 years, they were notified in January that the paper's wealthy owners, the Block family and Block Communications Inc., were shutting down operations. Then, in a stunning turn of events,…
(2026-05-07). Activists who smashed up Elbit plant in Germany fear show trial. electronicintifada.net Highly political trial against the Ulm 5 activists begins with judge refusing to let defense lawyers sit next to their clients.
(2026-05-07). How Trump, Republicans, and Their Billionaires Took Your Money and Then Sold You Hate. portside.org How Trump, Republicans, and Their Billionaires Took Your Money and Then Sold You Hate |
(2026-05-07). West Bank Faces Economic Crisis as Israel Withholds Tax Revenue and Work Permits. truthout.org If it had not been stopped at an Israeli military checkpoint in the West Bank, the garbage truck carrying more than 70 Palestinian laborers seeking work would likely have been able to enter Israel without incident. But on April 13, the driver was held outside the Israeli settlement of Ariel for failure to carry a license fit for the vehicle, and upon further inspection… |
(2026-05-07). FDA blocks vaccine safety studies amid growing allegations of scientific censorship. nationofchange.org Internal federal research involving millions of vaccine recipients found rare serious side effects and no major new safety concerns, but agency officials halted publication as critics warn of political interference in public health science.
(2026-05-07). Britons set to punish Starmer's Labour in local polls. newarab.com 
Britons voted Thursday in local elections set to heap more pressure on beleaguered The ballot across Scotland, England and Wales is Starmer's biggest electoral test since Opinion polls predict grim results for Labour, which could amplify call…
(2026-05-07). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-07). Buea, Cameroon is facing recurring floods despite a lack of rain. globalvoices.org 
Lahars occur when loose volcanic material washes down after prolonged periods of drynessGlobal VoicesMount Cameroon view from Buea, Cameroon. Image from Clara Efande, a resident of Buea's
(2026-05-07). Teamsters on May Day 2026, Lessons of 34 Minneapolis Teamster General Strike & Life/Death. indybay.org Teamsters on May Day 2026 talk about the issues they face from AI to trade war and fascism. They also discuss the relevance of the 1934 Teamster general strike in Minneapolis and its relevance today. They also have produced a video for May Day 2028 on the history of the Minnepolis strike.
(2026-05-07). Alaska 2025 tsunami was second-highest ever, taller than Empire State Building. scmp.com Tracy Arm Fjord, in southeastern Alaska ‚Å within the Tongass National Forest, presents a majestic vista, with a narrow sea inlet surrounded by towering granite cliffs, waterfalls and glaciers. One morning last year it also was the site of a powerful landslide that triggered a huge localised tsunami. | Researchers have now determined that the tsunami on August 10, 2025, was the second-highest ever recorded, with a wave reaching up to 481 metres (1,578 feet) tall — higher than New York City's Empire…
(2026-05-07). Moana Maniapoto: Why trashing the BSA is a sign of journalism and fairness being undermined. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Moana Maniapoto I was reluctant to enter into journalism because I valued the research and skills attached to the profession, particularly given it's responsibility to hold the powerful to account. I was lucky enough to have the legendary Colin McRae as my producer. He said there are basically three rules. You must be…
(2026-05-07). Australia: 6 months since the fatal Endeavor mine explosion in Cobar. wsws.org There is still no official explanation of what caused the explosion at Polymetals Resources' Endeavor mine on October 28, 2025, that killed workers Patrick "Ambrose" McMullen and Holly Clarke.
(2026-05-07). The Business Tips That'll Help You Win More Gen Z Customers. moguldom.com Gen Z represents a big chunk of the consumer market, but it's also one of the most stubborn. Research from PwC shows that this demographic tends to spend less than anyone else and be more selective when it comes to purchasing products. Some businesses think this means you can afford to ignore the market, but …
(2026-05-07). Tennessee approves new congressional map in latest redistricting flurry. aljazeera.com Republicans pass new map ahead of midterms after US Supreme Court weakened Voting Rights Act restrictions.
(2026-05-07). Why is CNN suddenly covering 'Putin's fear of assassinations and coups'. infobrics.org Disunity and lack of loyalty were what brought down the effectively invincible Soviet Union just a few years after it reached the zenith of its might. In contrast, national unity and patriotism saved Russia (and, by extension, the world) from the very edge of the abyss during WWII. And while "anonymous intelligence reports" such as the one CNN published are filled with blatant lies, they confirm one important truth — Russia's enemies will always try to undermine it from within.
(2026-05-07). War has a Huge Carbon Impact: Why Aren't We Measuring It? juancole.com The Conversation) — When delegates gathered for
(2026-05-07). San Francisco and Bay Area Celebrate May Day With Rallies and Marches. indybay.org The working people's holiday originated in the U.S. and is officially recognized through the world as a holiday. Except in the U.S.
(2026-05-07). ILWU10 Members on May Day Speak Out at San Francisco Union Hall. indybay.org ILWU Local 10 members spoke out at their union hall about what May Day and the ILWU means to them.
(2026-05-07). Ivory Coast dissolves electoral body amid criticism. aljazeera.com New agency yet to be named to oversee elections after disbanded commission accused of not being independent.
(2026-05-07). Media campaign demands freedom for Lebanese prisoners in Zionist jails. samidoun.net 
In support of Lebanese prisoners held captive in Zionist prisons, and in solidarity with their steadfastness and confrontation of the jailers, Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network, in collaboration with the International Campaign to Free Lebanese Prisoners, launched a media campaign to highlight the prisoners and their stories with large billboards on the Old Airport Road …
(2026-05-07). Tennessee GOP Unveils Map to Erase State's Only Democratic Seat. truthout.org On Wednesday, Tennessee state Republican lawmakers proposed a new congressional map that would lessen the already small Democratic representation in the state and eliminate Black political power within the delegation sent to Washington. The move comes after the federal Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that enforcement mechanisms from lower courts for the Voting Rights Act (VRA)… |
(2026-05-07). Colombia Vote: Cepeda Warns of Armed Pressure on Voters. orinocotribune.com Cepeda denounces armed pressure on voters as Colombia heads toward the May 31 presidential election. | Candidate cites reports of coercion ahead of May 31 elections and calls for investigations | Colombian presidential candidate Iván Cepeda has warned that armed groups are pressuring communities to influence voting behavior, weeks before the country's May 31 elections. | Cepeda, representing the progressive coalition Pacto Histórico, said he received information from social organizations, local authorities and the Ombudsman's Office indicating that illegal armed actors are intervening in the electoral process in…
(2026-05-07). The Complexity of Motherhood. whyy.org Any mother will tell you — having children changes everything. On this episode, we explore what those changes look like and what's behind them. We talk with a psychologist about "matrescence," the multi-faceted transformation ushered in by motherhood, find out how motherhood rewires the brain, and hear about a new play that's challenging society's views on motherhood and women's health.
(2026-05-07). POP CHAIRMAN LAWRENCE HAMM CALLS FOR CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING AND CHANGING SUPREME COURT IN RESPONSE TO VOTING RIGHTS CASE. wibailoutpeople.org THE PEOPLE'S ORGANIZATION FOR PROGRESS (POP) PO BOX 22505 NEWARK, NJ 07101 973 801-0001 www.njpop.org CONTACT: LAWRENCE HAMM MAY 4, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE POP CHAIRMAN LAWRENCE HAMM CALLS FOR CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING AND CHANGING SUPREME COURT IN RESPONSE TO VOTING RIGHTS CASE (Statement by Lawrence Hamm, Chairman, People's Organization For Progress on the U.S. Supreme …
(2026-05-07). Friday 5/8: Free Food Church in Felton (formerly Zayante) every Friday 4-6+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Rd. Felton CA 95018 a quarter mile from downtown…
(2026-05-07). Red Cross staff member slams "appalling" smear campaign against Polanski. thecanary.co 
Recently, further cynical attacks were made by the Times in an attempt to smear the stiff competition levelled at the Green Party and their leader Zack Polanski. One of the latest mudslinging attempts, in the hopes something might stick, is that Polanski 'falsely' claimed to be a spokesperson for British Red Cross. Despite the British […] | By
(2026-05-07). Germany Coalition Crisis: Most Voters Expect Government Collapse Before 2029. thinktank.pk Germany's political landscape is facing growing uncertainty as public confidence in the ruling coalition declines. A recent YouGov poll reveals that a majority of Germans expect the current government led by Friedrich Merz to collapse before completing its full term in 2029. The findings highlight mounting political pressure and shifting voter sentiment across the country. …
(2026-05-07). Rutgers drops commencement speaker over pro-Palestine posts. newarab.com 
Elghandour, the CEO of biotech company Arcellx and an alumnus of the New Jersey university, had been set to give the May 15 convocation address at the Rutgers School of Engineering. | His invitation was rescinded after the university learned that "some graduati…
(2026-05-07). Spain awards UN rapporteur Albanese top civilian honour. newarab.com 
Spain's Sanchez prai…
(2026-05-07). On May Day Demonstrators Chant "Stop Shopping" as they March through Stanford Shopping Center. indybay.org On May 1st, San Francisco Peninsula activists held an action at a large upscale shopping center in Palo Alto.
(2026-05-07). 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.
(2026-05-07). How America's Addiction to War led to Self-Harm. scheerpost.com Hugh J. Curran In a recent interview on CBC, Timothy Snyder, an historian at the University of Toronto, noted that the U.S. is in "a catastrophic self-destructive mode". The war of aggression against Iran is the latest evidence of this since it is "wildly counter-productive". He also commented on PM Mark Carney's initial support for …
(2026-05-07). China pours US$6.1b into Brazil, making it Beijing's top investment worldwide: report. scmp.com China made Brazil its top global investment destination last year, pouring US$6.1 billion into the country across a record 52 projects. The figures come from the China-Brazil Business Council (CBBC), which released its annual report on Thursday. | The 45 per cent jump in value from the previous year far outpaced the 4.8 per cent rise in total foreign investment into Brazil.
(2026-05-07). CPJ demands progress on US probe of journalist Abu Akleh killing, four years on. al-monitor.com The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) on Thursday called for US authorities to relaunch their investigation into the Israeli military's killing of Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, who was gunned down while reporting for Al Jazeera in the occupied West Bank in 2022. In a letter to the US Department of Justice ⚪ which oversees the Federal Bureau of Investigation ⚪ and FBI chief Kash Patel, the global press freedoms group demanded a "public progress update" on Abu Akleh's death.
(2026-05-07). Samsung to exit Chinese mainland home appliance market amid weak profitability. ecns.cn Samsung Electronics said Wednesday it will stop selling home appliance products in the Chinese mainland, citing weakening profitability.
(2026-05-07). 1 year of the Merz government: War, militarism and social devastation. wsws.org The Merz-Klingbeil government is the most right-wing and hated government in the history of the Federal Republic. The struggle against it requires an independent socialist perspective.
(2026-05-07). Mali: Double Al-Qaeda-linked attacks kill more than 30. newarab.com 
Two attacks in central The two strikes came less than a fortnight "At least 35 people were killed on…
(2026-05-07). EU and UN Women Push for Gender-Responsive Justice Reforms in Pakistan. thinktank.pk Efforts to strengthen equitable justice systems in Pakistan are gaining momentum, as policymakers and development partners push for more inclusive financial planning. With support from the European Union, UN Women Pakistan recently convened a high-level policy dialogue focused on gender-responsive budgeting in justice sector institutions across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The initiative signals a growing …
(2026-05-07). The End of the American Umbrella and "Hitler's Dream Come True" unitedworldint.com Dr. Gilbert Doctorow on the Shattering of the Transatlantic Order By Yunus Emre àñzgàºn As Donald Trump's foreign policy shatters his domestic base and the European Union morphs into an unaccountable "war project," the geopolitical tectonic plates of the West are fracturing. In an interview with UWI Data, renowned historian and international affairs analyst Dr. …
(2026-05-07). 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.
(2026-05-07). 2026 Kerala Election Results Live. ummid.com Kerala Election 2026 Results: Counting of votes began in Kerala at various centers across the state today i.e. Monday May 04, 2026 at 08: 00 am amid heavy security.
(2026-05-07). China ready to work for more stability, improvement in ties with U.S.: FM. ecns.cn China is willing to work with the United States to faithfully implement the important common understandings reached by the two heads of state, so that China-U.S. relations can truly stabilize and improve, to better benefit both countries and the whole world, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(2026-05-07). How Contagious Is The Hantavirus? newsone.com 
How contagious is hantavirus? Concerns are growing after the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on May 4 that it was monitoring a cluster of severe respiratory illnesses aboard a cruise ship called the MV Hondus. As of May 7, there were 8 reported cases: five people have been confirmed to have hantavirus, and three others are suspected, …
(2026-05-07). Trump's deportation campaign has harmed scores of kids with tear gas, pepper spray. nationofchange.org In several cities, judges have chastised federal officers, saying they used excessive force. One former DHS leader called ProPublica's findings a "bright red flag."
(2026-05-07). New Study: Declining Trends In 1980-2023 Tropical Cyclone Frequency, Accumulated Energy. wattsupwiththat.com Another anthropogenic global warming (AGW) modeling failure emerges in observed tropical cyclone data.
(2026-05-07). Miss Israel lashes out over alleged snub by Rama Duwaji. newarab.com 
(2026-05-07). Manchester, meet Thirza — moss Side Green's candidate. thecanary.co 
Manchester — Leftists tend to think in structural terms. We like to think we're anti-individualist, not driven by mere charisma or sucked in by superstar icons. We'd like to believe that personality politics is vacuous and perhaps even below us. Let's be honest, though — we're kidding ourselves. Sometimes you see that character on screen […] | By
(2026-05-07). 16 in a room, filthy toilet: Indian Haj pilgrims share harrowing conditions in Makkah. ummid.com A number of Haj Pilgrims from India, who reached Makkah al Mukarramah in Saudi Arabia last week, have shared the harrowing conditions they have been forced to live in.
(2026-05-07). Madrid captain Carvajal in race against time for Spain's World Cup squad. aljazeera.com Spain international Dani ‚Å Carvajal injured his right foot during a training session for Real Madrid last week.
(2026-05-07). Nations race to trace passengers of hantavirus-hit cruise ship. scmp.com Countries worldwide scrambled on Thursday to trace people who had left the cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak before it got marooned off the coast of Cabo Verde, to prevent further spread of the disease. | Three people — a Dutch couple and a German national — died in the outbreak on the MV Hondius. Five of the eight suspected hantavirus cases have now been confirmed, according to the World Health Organization.
(2026-05-07). OFSS Bihar 1st Merit List 2026: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is releasing, the OFSS Inter First Merit List 2026, also called as OFSS 1st Selection List 2026, of the students who have registered for admission in Class 11 (Intermediate) through Online Facilitation System for Students website www.ofssbihar.info.
(2026-05-07). Your Party urges supporters to vote in the local elections. thecanary.co 
Your Party is encouraging supporters to get out and vote in the local elections if they haven't yet done so. You can use this postcode tool to find candidates Your Party is backing. In an email to supporters, Your Party has said: A new kind of politics is on the ballot at these elections. You […] | By
(2026-05-07). Everything You Need To Know About The 2026 WNBA Season. newsone.com 
Source: Icon Sportswire / Getty | The WNBA is back this weekend, and this season already feels bigger than just another year on the calendar. | The 2026
(2026-05-07). Expert: Iran war cost $72 billion over first two months. responsiblestatecraft.org A new report finds the Iran war has cost the U.S. nearly $72 billion in its first 60 days — about $1.2 billion per day. Stephen Semler, journalist and co-founder of the Security Policy Reform Institute,
(2026-05-07). Norwegian police arrest Chinese citizen on spying allegations. scmp.com Authorities in Norway arrested a Chinese citizen on espionage allegations on Thursday in connection with a purported effort to set up a receiver to collect sensitive satellite data, the country's domestic intelligence service said. | Norwegian security officials also searched two premises in connection with the arrest, including one on an island in northern Norway that is home to Andoya Spaceport, which is part of Europe's efforts to expand its presence in space. The other search took place in…
(2026-05-07). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org May Day general strike in Italy heralds month of strikes against falling living standards; Unison ends long pay strike at Mining Museum in England to bolster Labour's chances in local elections; software workers in Israel begin organisational sanctions over contracts; South African Post Office workers protest over wages and privatisation…
(2026-05-07). 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.
(2026-05-07). SEPTA gives families and groups easier fare payment options by expanding multitap. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? SEPTA is expanding its multitap feature for using a single-fare instrument on regional mass transit. | SEPTA Key Program Manager Carly Havyer said the goal is to make it easier for one person to pay for up to 5 SEPTA tickets at once. | "So on multi-rider on the key card it's an opt-in feature. You sign up with your key card, you can tap up to five times. But with contactless, you don't have to sign up for anything. You just use your card and start to ride," Havyer said. | Sh…
(2026-05-07). Iran destroyed hundreds of structures at US military sites. newarab.com 
Iranian strikes damaged or destroyed hundreds of structures and pieces of equipment at US military sites across the The level of destruction across US bases and sites hosting American forces appears to be far larger than what was publicly acknowledged by Washington, the US newspaper said. | According to the publication, at least 228 installations and pieces of equipment, including hangars, barracks, fuel depots, aircraft, and key radar, communications and air d…
(2026-05-07). The Scottish Elections 2026. thecanary.co 
We get so trapped inside the logic of the UK's crazy electoral systems, we often do not see what is really happening. Two-thirds of active voters voted against Starmer's Labour at the last general election. He was always highly unpopular. Just as Starmer's landslide victory in the 2024 general election was based on only 33.7% […] | By
(2026-05-07). The Supreme Court Is Lying About Racism in America. portside.org The Supreme Court Is Lying About Racism in America |
(2026-05-07). Joint call by the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Director-General of the World Health Organization and the International President of Médecins Sans Frontières. icrc.org States should uphold and strengthen the protection of medical care in armed conflict on the 10th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2286…
(2026-05-07). Shanghai Forum 2026: Forging a New Blueprint for Global Governance, AI, and Inclusive Development. infobrics.org The Shanghai Forum 2026 convened under the theme "The Age of Reconfiguration: Innovation and Global Governance" as its main topic…
(2026-05-07). American Democracy: A Race to the Bottom. bylinetimes.com Last month I served as an election official for a special ballot in the state of Virginia, on whether to allow an exceptional redrawing of Virginia's electoral districts in time for the upcoming November mid-term Congressional elections. The referendum was passed, by a very narrow majority of 51.69% to 48.31%, meaning the Virginia Assembly can now adopt a skewed political map almost certain to give the Democrats four more seats, and reducing Republicans to just one safe seat in the State, where previously they had held five. | The Democrat-led Assembly and Governor of Virginia justified the measure as a respon…
(2026-05-07). Australia charges two women linked to ISIS with slavery after return from Syria. al-monitor.com By Renju JoseSYDNEY, May 8 (Reuters) – Australian police said on Friday they had charged two women linked to the Islamic State extremist group with slavery offences after they returned overnight from Syria, where they had been detained in a refugee camp for more than seven years.The women, aged 53 and 31, face crimes against humanity charges including owning and using a slave in Syria, which carry a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison. They were arrested at Melbourne airport on Thursday upon their arrival.
(2026-05-07). Why Hate Cuba? Especially Its Medical Practices. progressivehub.net DON FITZ | GREEN SOCIAL THOUGHT…
(2026-05-07). Comicomment: Everyday 'freedom', endless gun terror in America. ecns.cn A shooting at the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association has once again drawn attention to America's deepening political polarization, rampant gun violence and growing public distrust.
(2026-05-07). Maharashtra 12th HSC Result 2026 Out, Konkan Region Topper. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has declared today i.e. Saturday May 02, 2026 12th HSC exam 2026 result and pass percentages based on which the Merit List and Names of Toppers have also been revealed.
(2026-05-07). US trade court rules against Trump's 10 percent global tariffs. aljazeera.com The court ruled in favour of small businesses that challenged the tariffs that took place in February.
(2026-05-07). Wes Streeting's local Labour uses 'dog-whistle' to try and influence voters. thecanary.co 
Redbridge Labour, home to millionaire donors' favourite healthcare privatiser Wes Streeting, has used dog-whistle tactics the day before the local elections to try and sway voters. Streeting's Labour is haemorrhaging votes, and it's desperate Labour and Streeting have been haemorrhaging votes in the borough since at least 2024, largely to left-wing independents. And when we […] | By
(2026-05-07). Israel strikes south of Beirut, Salam rules out normalisation. newarab.com 
The Wednesday evening strike on a building in Haret Hreik, which apparently killed Ahmad Ballout, the leader of the militant group's
(2007-05-26). Palantir's 'The Technological Republic': A digital fascist manifesto. links.org.au 
Palantir's manifesto reveals we face a new form of fascism whose tools of violence and repression are algorithms, big data and AI, writes Rezgar Akrawi.
(2026-05-07). China urges U.S. to earnestly respect core interests, properly manage differences: FM. ecns.cn China hopes that the United States will view China objectively, understand China rationally, respect China's core interests earnestly, manage differences properly, and join hands to do more major, practical and good things that are beneficial to both countries and the world, as well as to send more positive signals to the world, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(2026-05-07). U.S., Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war ⚪ Axios. ecns.cn The United States and Iran are closing in on a one-page memo to end their war, Axios reported on Wednesday.
(2026-05-07). PSG's Champions League win marred by night of violence and riots in Paris. aljazeera.com Paris Saint-Germain claimed a 6-5 Champions League semifinal win over Bayern Munich, but it erupted in domestic trouble.
(2026-05-07). Huge fire at Mexican fair kills five people. aljazeera.com At least five people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a fairground in Villahermosa, southeastern Mexico.
(2026-05-07). Labour 'ripping down' Green Party signs in Leeds. thecanary.co 
According to candidate Khizer Qayyum, the Labour Party has been ripping down Green Party signs in Leeds. In his own words, it's a sign that activists from the failing Labour Party are reliant on "dirty tricks": View this post on Instagram A post shared by Canary (@thecanaryuk) Green Party seeing Labour become increasingly […] | By
(2026-05-07). Haiti: Protesters Demand New Government Amid Widespread Protest, Increasing Energy Costs. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Demonstrations have intensified since May 1—International Workers' Day—and have been marked by demands for an increase in salaries to cover the increasing costs of living, for maintenance of crumbling infrastructure, and for improvements in citizens' quality of life, as well as calls for the de facto government's resignation, among other grievances…
(2026-05-07). La NATO scricchiola e Bruxelles punta dritto il baratro finale. strategic-culture.su Fabrizio Poggi | Segue nostro Nel campo NATO si sono verificati ultimamente fenomeni strani e curiosi: Parigi e Berlino promuovono l'idea di un esercito europeo al di fuori del blocco nordatlantico e di una coalizione di paesi disposti a combattere la Russia nelle steppe ucraine | 2 maggio. Nell'anniversario della strage nazista alla Casa dei sindacati di Odessa, il 2 maggio del 2014, si deve constatare che l'Europa ha dichiarato guerra…
(2026-05-07). May Day in San José Marks 20 Years Since El Gigante. indybay.org This year's May Day march in San José started at the same location as El Gigante, a name the mega march of 2006 took on due to the huge number of participants.
(2026-05-07). Trump administration attacks Costa Rican media to silence opposition to fascistic puppet regime. wsws.org Despite the right-wing character of La Nación, the visa revocations are a naked attack by a Hitler-inspired imperialist regime seeking to crush even limited criticism of its puppet government.