(2026-05-12). Trump's 1-Hour Posting Frenzy Fuels Questions About His Mental Fitness. truthout.org On Monday night, President Donald Trump made a series of baseless and erratic accusations against his perceived political enemies, including expressing a desire to charge former President Barack Obama with sedition and treason over a conspiracy theory regarding the 2016 election. Over the period stretching from 12: 00 am ET on Monday through 9: 30 am ET on Tuesday, Trump posted or reposted 77… |
(2026-05-11). Israeli Army: We destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel measuring 120 metres in length in southern Lebanon using more than 20 tonnes of explosives. ecns.cn Israeli Army: We destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel measuring 120 metres in length in southern Lebanon using more than 20 metric tons of explosives.
(2026-05-12). Israeli soldiers are hiding behind 'dummy troops' in Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). Headlines for May 12, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Warns Iran Ceasefire Is "On Life Support", Saudi Aramco Warns Of "Catastrophic Consequences" Unless Strait of Hormuz Reopens, Israeli Military Issues New Evacuation Orders for Residents of Southern Lebanon, Israeli Forces Continue Deadly Violations of U.S.-Brokered Ceasefire, Palestinian Family Says Israeli Settlers Forced Them to Exhume West Bank Gravesite , EU to Impose Sanctions on Israeli Settlers in the Occupied West Bank, Protests Erupt at Real Estate Expo Advertising Properties for Sale in the Occupied West Bank, SCOTUS Allows Alabama to Adopt Congressional Map Eliminating a B…
(2026-05-12). Lebanese in south refuse to flee again despite escalating Israeli strikes. aljazeera.com Obaida Hitto reports from southern Lebanon, where residents say they will not leave again despite intensifying strikes.
(2026-05-12). The Love Truck: Easing Lebanon's displacement amid Israel's war. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). fall from grace echoes mentor Blair. electronicintifada.net Starmer's staunch support of Zionism and his cabinet of pro-Israel loyalists will not save him from court of public opinion.
(2026-05-12). RTÉ pisses off Zionist Glinner by showing Father Ted instead of Eurovision. thecanary.co 
This weekend sees the return of the genocide supporting Eurovision song contest. Whilst Israel is still allowed to take part broadcasters such as RTÉ have announced they will not be boycotting. And the alternative viewing has got certain zionists spitting with rage. As the Canary's Robert Freeman reported, instead of the final of the child […] | By
(2026-05-12). 61st Venice Biennale: Cultural workers and artists strike and protest against the Israeli genocide in Gaza. wsws.org The strikers and demonstrators were responding to a call from the organisation Art Not Genocide Alliance (ANGA), supported by a number of other activist groups.
(2026-05-12). Amnesty, Albanese urge Eurovision to bar Israel over genocide. newarab.com 
Amnesty International has joined calls for Israel to be suspended from the The rights watchdog's statement came ahead of Israel's participation in the competition's semi-finals, which take place on Tuesday and Thursday. | "The failure of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) to suspend Israel from Eurovision, as it did with Russia, is an act of cowardice and an illustration of blatant double standards when it co…
(2026-05-12). Majid Freeman walks free but Starmer regime will reprosecute in 2027. thecanary.co 
Anti-genocide activist Majid Freeman walked free from court on Monday after jurors decided they could not reach a verdict on terrorism charges. The Starmer government had prosecuted Freeman for expressing his support for Palestine's right of resistance to Israeli oppression and genocide. Supporters say the jury saw through the transparently political nature of the charges. Majid […] | By
(2026-05-12). Weaponised antisemitism joins Israel's genocide denial tactics. newarab.com 
Genocide denial frameworks identify recurring strategies: minimising victim numbers, victim-blaming, questioning witnesses, and reframing violence as unavoidable. Contemporary discourse surrounding Gaza reproduces many of these strategies, but also extends beyond classical typologies of denial. | Unlike historical cases of genocide, which relied on reconstructing past events, Gaza has been a battlefield of competing narratives in real time. Instead of withholding information, Israeli and pro-Israeli systems of denial have reinterpreted and reconstructed information as it emerged. Even after major hostilities in G…
(2026-05-12). Epstein files on display at New York pop-up exhibit, all 3.5 million pages. geo.tv 
An exterior view shows the "Donald J Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room" which contains bound volumes of the Epstein files, containing a total of 3.5 million pages in 3,437 bound volumes, displayed as a tribute to the survivors and victims of late convicted sex offender Jeffrey…
(2026-05-12). Tomgram: Juan Cole, The Strait of Hormuz Oil Crisis of 2026 Is the Biggest Ever. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. As the war in the Strait of Hormuz was going into its eighth week and a third U.S. aircraft carrier was heading into the region (part of a fleet of 19 U.S. naval vessels there and seven more …
(2026-05-12). From 'Taco' to 'Nacho': the new buzzword on Wall Street as Trump preps for China trip. scmp.com With a fragile US-Iran ceasefire barely holding, the Strait of Hormuz still blockaded, and all eyes on the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting, investors are embracing a new market narrative: "Nacho". | The acronym — short for "Not a chance Hormuz opens" — reflects a growing bet on prolonged gridlock and high oil prices.
(2026-05-11). Trump weighs restarting military operation to guide ships out of Hormuz Strait. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Monday he is considering restarting and expanding Project Freedom, a U.S.military operation to guide commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-05-12). Iran expands operational definition of Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have Brigadier General Mohammad Akbarzadeh, deputy political director of the naval forces of the
(2026-05-12). What Does Trump Really Want From China? thinktank.pk The upcoming visit of Donald Trump to China is shaping up to be one of the most consequential geopolitical meetings of 2026. The trip comes at a time when the world is balancing on multiple fault lines: the fragile US-China trade truce, the growing technological cold war, instability in global energy markets due to the …
(2026-05-11). Xi, Trump to discuss bilateral relations, world peace and development. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump will have an in-depth exchange of views on major issues concerning China-U.S. relations and world peace and development, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2026-05-12). Watch: Netanyahu begs, tries to con China into ending support for Iran. thecanary.co 
Wanted Israeli war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu has been given yet another soft-soap interview by Zionist-run CBS. In it, Netanyahu railed about the US public's supposed hate for Israel but then turned, 'panicked', to first beg and then try to con China into ending its support for Iran. China has supplied Iran with high-grade satellite intel […] | By
(2026-05-12). How an Iran Conflict Could Fracture the Arab World and Test Pakistan's Loyalties. thinktank.pk A full-scale confrontation between Israel (backed by the United States) and Iran would be a watershed event for the Middle East and its neighbors. Even limited strikes and tit-for-tat escalations already have cross-border consequences; a broader military campaign would magnify those effects across security, economics, politics, and social cohesion. The Arab states—Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt, …
(2026-05-12). Huckabee: Israel sent Iron Dome, personnel to UAE amid Iran war. newarab.com 
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(2026-05-12). Qatar says Iran should not use Hormuz to 'blackmail' Gulf. newarab.com 
Iran should not use the Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani was speaking during a press conference in Doha with Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan – close allies who have emerged as key intermediaries in the Iran-US talks alongside mediator Pakistan. | "Iran should not use this strait as a weapon to pressure or to blackmail t…
(2026-05-12). War with Iran makes South Caucasian "Trump route" project unfeasible. infobrics.org By waging war against Iran Trump not only destroyed the security architecture of the Middle East but also undermined peace processes that were already under way in other regions. Tehran will never agree to US presence in the South Caucasus.
(2026-05-12). Amid dozens of spy flights over Cuba, US sanctions drive out foreign companies. wsws.org A report by CNN based on publicly available aviation data reveals a dramatic surge in US military intelligence flights around the island.
(2026-05-12). Urgent Call: Stand on the Side of Humanity! Stand With Cuba! radiohc.cu A important message from Claudia De la Cruz / Executive Director of IFCO | The economic siege against Cuba is a cruel and illegal act of war. A brutal and slow act of collective punishment. We condemn these cruel acts and are committed to fighting against them in defense of life. | "I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Choose life!" | (Deuteronomy 30: 19) | The U.S. blockade on Cuba is death. Let us choose life. | In the course of three months, the Trump administration has imposed a fuel blockade that has produced a deadly energy and healthcare crisis, launched an attack on medical brigades se…
(2026-05-12). Israel deports Gaza flotilla activists Avila, Abu Keshek. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). I Was Kidnapped by Israel in Int'l Waters, Jailed for 10 Days: Gaza Flotilla Activist Saif Abukeshek. democracynow.org 
"We were hearing, every day, the screams of other Palestinians who were being tortured inside this investigation center." | Spanish citizen Saif Abukeshek, an activist of Palestinian origin, speaks with Democracy Now! about spending 10 days in Israeli detention after he was abducted in international waters. He was among 175 international activists sailing to Gaza as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which has for years tried to breach Israel's maritime blockade of Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid to Palestinians.
(2026-05-12). Flotilla Activist Describes Kidnapping By Israel in International Waters. truthout.org "We were hearing, every day, the screams of other Palestinians who were being tortured inside this investigation center." Spanish citizen Saif Abukeshek, an activist of Palestinian origin, speaks with Democracy Now! about spending 10 days in Israeli detention after he was abducted in international waters. He was among 175 international activists sailing to Gaza as part of the Global Sumud… |
(2026-05-12). Gaza's survival economy: Small businesses rise from war rubble. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). Venezuela Defends Geneva Agreement as Only Tool to Resolve Essequibo Dispute at ICJ. orinocotribune.com In a high-level diplomatic display, Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez appeared before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Monday, May 11. There, she presented the fundamental arguments supporting Venezuela's historical rights over the Essequibo region. During her address, the acting president emphasized that Venezuela is the only party with a legitimate claim to the region of nearly 160,000 square kilometers, rich in natural resources and currently under the administration of Guyana. | The session, described as "historic" by the Venezuelan delegation, represents a new chapter in the century-old…
(2026-05-12). Protesting Rutger Engineering's Cancellation of Rami Elghandour's Graduate Address over Palestine. juancole.com — | Letter regarding the cancellation of Ramy Elghandour's graduate address at the School of Engineering because of his views on Palestine: | Francine Conway | Chancellor, | Rutgers University-New Brunswick | nbchancellor@rutgers.edu | Jason Geary | Provost, | Rutger…
(2026-05-12). How Israel's 7 October law differs from Ben-Gvir's death penalty. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). DR Congo: Increasing Repression of Critical Expression. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi speaks during a press conference in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, May 6, 2026. | © 2026 Democratic Republic of Congo Presidency/Handout via REUTERS…
(2026-05-12). On ME Awareness Day, advocacy groups urge Royal College of Psychiatrists to align with current evidence. thecanary.co 
Long Covid Advocacy, alongside supporting organisations and signatories from the ME and Long Covid communities, has published an open letter to the president-elect of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. It raises concerns about the current framing of Long Covid within the International Congress 2026. Released for ME Awareness Day, the letter argues that despite increasing […] | By
(2026-05-11). Trade consultations key to global stability, growth. ecns.cn A new round of China-US economic and trade talks is vital to reducing business uncertainties and improving global economic confidence amid persistent geopolitical and trade challenges, experts and business executives said on Monday.
(2026-05-11). PM Starmer vows to stay on after loss in local polls. ecns.cn United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to stay in office and take action on"the big challenges facing the country"after his Labour Party suffered huge losses in last weeks local elections.With voter unhappiness at his leadership being identified as a vital factor.
(2026-05-12). Government ministers resign, as rats leave Starmer's sinking ship. thecanary.co 
Starmer's world is — deservedly — falling apart very rapidly. His disastrous and tone-deaf speech post-elections only cemented the belief of those around him that he's toast. The number of MPs signed up to demand a contest to replace him has snowballed rapidly and now stands at 86, more than enough to trigger a leadership […] | By
(2026-05-12). EU to invite Taliban to Brussels for migrant return talks. newarab.com 
The European Commission told AFP Monday it plans to invite According to sources close to the matter, a letter is to be sent "imminently" to Kabul to arrange a date for a meeting in the Belgian capital. | The visit, coordinated with Sweden, would follow two trips by European officials to Afghanistan on the same issue. | Officia…
(2026-05-12). Mahmood, Lammy among senior ministers urging UK PM Starmer to weigh exit: report. geo.tv 
Collage shows British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer , Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Foreign Secretary David Lammy. — Reuters/FileMore than 60 Labour MPs reportedly call on UK PM to step down.Four govt aides resign amid growing pressure on Starmer leadership.PM vows to…
(2026-05-12). Iran urged against 'weaponising' Hormuz amid fragile ceasefire. newarab.com 
Iran's parliament could look into enriching uranium to 90%, weapons-grade, if the
(2026-05-11). Chinese, U.S. authorities bust transnational drug trafficking ring. ecns.cn Chinese and U.S. law enforcement authorities jointly cracked a drug smuggling and trafficking case in early April, cutting off a cross-border trafficking route between the two countries.
(2026-05-11). Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of violating US-brokered ceasefire. ecns.cn Russia and Ukraine on Saturday traded accusations of violating a three-day US-brokered ceasefire but no major strikes were reported by the warring sides so far.
(2026-05-12). Trump's EPA Wants to Fast-Track Construction of Gas Plants, Data Centers. truthout.org The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced proposed changes Monday that would allow gas power plants, data centers and factories to begin construction on non-polluting components such as piping, wiring, cement pads and other support structures before obtaining air-emission permits. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said in a news release that the "proposal works to provide solutions to… |
(2026-05-12). Coastal tourist dollars don't stay local. onlineopinion.com.au The tourist industry takes far more from regional Australia than it gives back.
(2026-05-12). Justice Dept. Subpoenas NYU Hospital to Demand Medical Records for Trans Youth. truthout.org The U.S. Attorney's Office in the Northern District of Texas has issued the first known criminal subpoena directed at a health care institution for offering gender-affirming care to transgender youth — at NYU Langone, a hospital situated almost 2,000 miles away in the greater New York City area. The notification was sent to patients (and/or parents) via their online portal just after 7pm on… |
(2026-05-12). Last passengers from hantavirus-hit ship evacuated; American tests positive. aljazeera.com US officials say 18 Americans are being monitored for symptoms, as WHO insists risk to public remains low.
(2026-05-12). US rural healthcare collapse accelerates under Medicaid cuts and privatization. wsws.org One-third of rural hospitals face closure as the Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill" slashes Medicaid by over $900 billion, gutting healthcare for 60 million Americans to fund tax cuts for the wealthy and a $1.5 trillion military buildup.
(2026-05-11). New project aids Xinjiang's energy goals. ecns.cn The Dashixia Water Control Project in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has recently completed the installation of major components for all three power-generating units and the construction of its power transmission system.
(2026-05-11). Resilient supply chain offers MNCs chances. ecns.cn In the Louis Dreyfus Company workshop in North China's Tianjin municipality, tons of beige soybean meal moved along a highly automated production line as it was transformed into bags of specialized feed protein after multiple processes.
(2026-05-12). Israel approves kangaroo court to impose death penalty on 7 Oct detainees. thecanary.co 
Members of Knesset (MKs) in Israel have passed a bill establishing a so-called 'special tribunal' for Palestinians detained on 7 October 2023. The tribunal is designed to strip fair trial rights and has the power to impose death penalties on detainees. The bill passed without a single dissenting vote. A total of 27 MKs in […] | By
(2026-05-12). Palestine's flag becoming a regular sight at European football stadiums. thecanary.co 
The presence of the Palestinian flag in European stadiums is no longer an exceptional event or a fleeting snapshot linked to a match or celebration. Rather, it has become a recurring sight within the wider world of football, reflecting the transformation of the sport from a game into an open space for the expression of […] | By
(2026-05-11). International Healthcare Week opens in Hong Kong, fueling healthcare breakthroughs. ecns.cn The International Healthcare Week was launched in Hong Kong on Monday, with two major events held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre: the 6th Asia Summit on Global Health and the Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair.
(2026-05-12). Tunisia Suspends Rights Groups That Shaped Its Democracy. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Demonstrators display a banner in Arabic reading, "Our history will not be halted, and our message does not freeze," during a rally after Tunisian authorities suspended the Tunisian League for Human Rights, outside the court of First Instance in Tunis, May 6, 2026. | © 2026 Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto via AP Photo…
(2026-05-11). 2026 World Digital Education Conference: how AI drives educational transformation. ecns.cn The 2026 World Digital Education Conference kicked off in Hangzhou on Monday. Themed on "AI+Education: Transformation Development Governance," this year's conference seeks to explore how AI can drive systemic educational transformation and promote high-quality educational development. An exhibition on achievements of global digital education is being held during the conference.
(2026-05-11). China leads five new ISO standards in natural gas sector. ecns.cn The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has issued five international standards in the natural gas sector led by China, according to media reports.
(2026-05-12). A Return to Jim Crow? Ex-DOJ Civil Rights Chief Kristen Clarke Denounces Gutting of Voting Rights Act. democracynow.org 
We speak with Kristen Clarke, general counsel of the NAACP, about growing threats to democracy in the United States following the Supreme Court's gutting of the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965. Republican lawmakers across the South are responding to the ruling by racing to redraw their congressional maps, which is expected to lead to a historic drop in the number of Black representatives in Congress. | "The Supreme Court's devastating decision in the Louisiana v. Callais case has really turned our country upside down," says Clarke, who previously served as assistant attorney general for…
(2026-05-11). Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong amid calls to step down. ecns.cn British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged on Monday to prove wrong the "doubters" in his own party, and among the electorate as a whole, as he tries to fight off demands to step down after devastating local election results for his Labour Party.
(2026-05-12). The 81 MPs (so far) who have demanded tick-like Starmer out. thecanary.co 
At least 81 Labour MPs have signed Catherine West's letter for Keir Starmer to immediately announce a timetable for his departure to allow an election in September. This graphic by @toryfibs names those who are known: Signing up for that timetable is an indication of likely support for an Andy Burnham leadership bid, as Burnham […] | By
(2026-05-12). Behind the seat numbers — Greens the biggest winners. thecanary.co 
When the local election votes were being counted on Thursday night, the story was one of a huge Reform win on seats, collapse of Labour and Conservative, and moderate gains for Greens and Lib Dems. Naturally, the BBC and others talked up the Reform win and gave only a brief mention to the Greens doing […] | By
(2026-05-11). Cargo vessel to help advance space research. ecns.cn China launched on Monday the Tianzhou 10 cargo spacecraft to deliver scientific equipment and experimental supplies, including artificial human embryos, ultrathin solar cells and a greenhouse gas monitor, to its orbiting Tiangong space station.
(2026-05-11). Shifting tech landscape: Limited but lasting channels keep China-US science dialogue alive. ecns.cn Although strategic competition and technology restrictions have reshaped bilateral ties in recent years, scientific cooperation between China and the United States has not come to a halt. Instead, it is evolving into a more selective and layered framework focused on non-sensitive research, academic exchange and global governance challenges.
(2026-05-11). Beijing leads way in improving entry policies as visa-free travel burgeons. ecns.cn China continues to expand its visa-free travel options, resulting in a growing number of foreign arrivals.
(2026-05-12). New Paleo Research: Modern 'Climate Change' Has Had No Apparent Impact On Precipitation Patterns. wattsupwiththat.com Three new tree ring reconstructions (spanning 1320-2021, 1720-2014, and 1657-2020 CE) document the dominance of natural variability in the paleoclimate record.
(2026-05-12). Australia's migrant communities are filling the gaps in refugee protection. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-12). Youth, conscription and the war on socialist opposition. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Tamino Dreisam, Leader of the International Youth and Students for Social Equality (Germany), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-11). Mainland stock market hits 11-year high. ecns.cn The bullish momentum recently seen in the Chinese market is likely to continue thanks to the structural opportunities provided by the countrys rapid adoption of emerging technologies and ongoing economic recovery, said experts.
(2026-05-12). Netanyahu stresses the need for more propaganda as Israel's Hasbara budget soars. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Caitlin Johnstone In a fawning softball 60 Minutes interview released on Sunday, Benjamin Netanyahu stressed the importance of winning "the propaganda war" on social media. This comes as Israel moves to quadruple its propaganda budget to $730 million a year. Major Garrett (which apparently is a real name belonging to a real guy…
(2026-05-12). An Israeli 'Excursion' in Babylon. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-05-11). PPI rises for second straight month. ecns.cn China's factory-gate prices rose for a second straight month in April, while consumer inflation picked up moderately, as higher global energy and commodity costs filtered through to the world's second-largest economy, officials and analysts said on Monday.
(2026-05-11). SPC urges personal data infringement crackdown. ecns.cn China's top court has emphasized the need to safeguard data security and protect individual rights in the digital age, releasing a landmark case in which two individuals were sentenced to prison for acquiring and disclosing more than 900 million pieces of personal information online.
(2026-05-11). Japan accelerates remilitarization with lift of lethal arms export ban: expert. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on last Tuesday sent a ritual offering to the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, a symbol of Japanese militarism and wartime aggression. On the same day, the Japanese government officially revised "the three principles on transfer of defense equipment and technology" and their implementation guidelines to allow overseas sales of weapons, including those with lethal capabilities. These moves have drawn attention from analysts.
(2026-05-12). Gold Coast councillor caught in fallout from collapsed charity probe. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). Pharma reps face stricter restraints. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have clarified that the role of pharmaceutical representatives is to provide physicians with product information through academic exchanges and that they are strictly prohibited from offering commercial bribes.
(2026-05-12). The Trial of Majid Freeman, Verdict. thecanary.co 
The jury had not signed up for a fourth week, but here we were. In the trial of Majid Freeman, also known as Majid Novsarka, Judge Andrew Smith KC continued to remind the jurors that they were under no time pressure. But the impasse had now continued for days. Judge refuses to alter his instructions […] | By
(2026-05-11). Insights | Japan's shift away from postwar pacifist constitution raises fears of neo-militarism: expert. ecns.cn Recently, Japanese government officials worshiped the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, which honors 14 convicted Class-A Japanese war criminals from World War II alongside the war dead, while Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering. Coupled with moves to revise the Constitution for allowing lethal weapons export and restore the rank titles of Self-Defense Forces officers, these moves have raised serious concerns. Japan's military buildup has entered a more aggressive phase.
(2026-05-12). Fiji army commander admits military 'at fault' for custody death. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific Fiji's military chief has made a public admission at a church service that the institution was "at fault" for the death of Jone Vakarisi while he was in military custody. Local media reported that Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) commander Ro Jone Kalaouniwai, while addressing officers at a military family service, admitted…
(2026-05-12). BioNTech: Profit takes precedence over health—and 1,860 employees lose their jobs in Germany. wsws.org The company which produced the first approved COVID-19 vaccine profited enormously, but not its workers.
(2026-05-11). Cruise firm rides China's shift to experiential travel. ecns.cn Ponant Explorations Group, a French expedition cruise operator, is pushing deeper into China, targeting a new generation of travelers — one less interested in ticking off destinations than in pursuing more immersive journeys to some of the world's most remote destinations.
(2026-05-11). China launches space experiment on artificial embryos. ecns.cn China has launched what it described as the world's first space-based experiment on artificial embryos, sending the project aboard the Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft on Sunday.
(2026-05-12). UK's Starmer faces crucial cabinet meeting amid calls to quit. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). Pressure grows on UK's Starmer to quit as PM. newarab.com 
Calls mounted late Monday for Britain's embattled More than 70 of Labour's 403 MPs have asked him to step down, unconvinced by his pledge to make the party bolder and better to assuage disgruntled voters impatient for change. | Under party rules, any cha…
(2026-05-12). Charleston's Gullah Geechee Community Demand 7,000 Acres in Reparations. capitalbnews.org 
Marcus McDonald's roots run deep on both his sides of his family in Charleston, South Carolina. He's a descendant of the Boone Hall Plantation, where his ancestors in his father's family were once held captive. They come from a line of Gullah Geechee people, the descendants of the West and Central Africans who were enslaved …
(2026-05-12). We Can't Curb Nuclear Proliferation If We Don't Acknowledge Israel's Nukes. truthout.org Thirty House Democrats, led by Rep. Joaquin Castro, publicly asked Secretary of State Marco Rubio on May 4 to end the long-standing U.S. policy of ambiguity around Israel's nuclear capabilities. In a letter, the group asked for answers on detailed questions about Israel's warheads, delivery systems, fissile material production, and nuclear doctrine. They argue that Congress has a constitutional… |
(2026-05-12). Roads blocked in Bolivia as protesters demand president's resignation. aljazeera.com Bolivia faces growing unrest as widespread road blockades disrupt travel across major cities.
(2026-05-12). CREW Files Ethics Complaint Against Sean Duffy's Reality Show Road Trip. truthout.org A nonprofit government watchdog organization has filed a formal complaint against Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy, alleging that a reality television show he and his family are taking part in likely violates federal ethics rules. Duffy and his wife, Fox News host Rachel Campos-Duffy, and their nine children, are starring in a series called "The Great American Road Trip"… |
(2026-05-11). Meteorologists warn of hotter, wetter summer ahead. ecns.cn China is expected to experience higher-than-average temperatures during the upcoming flood season.
(2026-05-12). Federal agents seize Indiana University lab: Witch-hunt against Chinese scientists targets senior US faculty. wsws.org Government agents have locked down a biology laboratory at Indiana University, attacking Professor Roger Innes for defending his Chinese postdoctoral researcher against fabricated federal charges.
(2026-05-12). Trump Administration Gets Strategic With Offshore Wind. wattsupwiththat.com if these deals are structured as settlements of claims, they are likely to be much more insulated from judicial interference than mere administrative orders…
(2026-05-12). Lamine Yamal waves Palestine flag during Barcelona victory parade. thecanary.co 
Eighteen year old Lamine Yamal raised the flag of Palestine from Barcelona's open-top victory parade, a gesture which has been shared widely online, further cementing him as the best young player on the planet, not only for his ability on the field but also his principles off it. Barcelona's parade was the morning after the […] | By
(2026-05-12). Rima Hassan: the French-Palestinian MEP the Establishment wants to crush. mronline.org 
CHRISTOPHE DOMEC speaks to the France Insoumise politician facing constant persecution from French authorities.
(2026-05-12). One against six in Labor's battle for reform. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-12). Paris Modest Fashion Week is no antidote to Islamophobia. newarab.com 
Paris hosted its first-ever Modest Fashion Week. And across the board, from the brands promoting their Muslim-friendly designs to the hijabi influencers flown out to promote, it seems to have been lauded as a success for inclusion and progression. | However, there's a sobering hypocrisy that bubbles just under the surface of this headline-grabbing affair. Namely, the fact that Paris, the host city, also happens to be the capital city of a country whose politics still actively discriminates against and criminalises overt expressions of Muslimness. | That's right: on the one hand, wielding this celebration of modes…
(2026-05-12). How a fake Iraqi officer infiltrated Lebanon's security agencies. newarab.com 
A uniform, forged papers and a carefully cultivated network of contacts were all he needed to penetrate For nearly two years, an Iraqi man identified by Lebanese security sources as "Tarek Nasrawi" allegedly moved through military and political His alleged deception unravelled only after re…
(2026-05-11). WHO: Nine hantavirus cases linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. ecns.cn Nine cases of the Andes virus hantavirus infections linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius have been reported, seven of which have been confirmed, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Hainan duty-free sales hit 22.22 billion yuan in six months under revised policy. ecns.cn Haikou Customs supervised 22.22 billion yuan ($3.08 billion) in offshore duty-free sales since a revised policy took effect in November 2025.
(2026-05-12). European Union: Surveillance Technology Sold to Rights Violators. hrw.org Click to expand Image | © 2026 Glenn Harvey for Human Rights Watch | EU member states host many companies that produce dangerous surveillance technology that can be used to violate rights, the export of which necessitates robust controls.The implementation and oversight of the EU regulatory framework governing export of surveillance technologies have serious flaws, resulting in the technology being sold to those who use it in violation of international human rights and humanitarian law. The EU should tighten the controls requiring states to do greater human rights due diligence, block risky exports, and e…
(2026-05-12). Why is Stalin So Popular in Modern Russia? covertactionmagazine.com At the turn of the millennium, Russia teetered on a precarious geo-political edge. A nation scarred by the wild 1990s, grappling with whether to cling to the chaotic promises of neo-liberal reform, or reclaim echoes of its ironclad Soviet resolve. The economy was a rotting corpse, being feasted upon by oligarchs, whose loyalty to Moscow's …
(2026-05-12). If you can't beat it, ignore it. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-05-12). Philippine army kills 19; U.S. turns Philippines into base for war on China. mronline.org The U.S. wants the Philippines as a base, Taiwan as a trigger and China as the target.
(2026-05-12). Acquitted Filton 24 member calls for support at comrades' sentencing. thecanary.co 
Jordan Devlin was one of six 'Filton 24' activists retried by the Starmer regime for damaging an Israeli weapons factory. Devlin and Zoe Rogers were acquitted. Their four comrades were convicted after the trial judge forbade any mention of the jury's legal right to acquit on conscience. The government wants those four — Samuel Corner, […] | By
(2026-05-12). Yet another racist incident rocks Italian football league Serie A. thecanary.co 
Udinese striker, Keinan Davis, has accused a Cagliari footballer of directing a racist slur at him following the match between the two sides last weekend. According to several media reports, a scuffle broke out between players from both teams after the final whistle, before Davis alleged defender Alberto Dossena, called him a "monkey". Tensions escalated […] | By
(2026-05-11). How trade policy shapes consumer outcomes in US. ecns.cn In recent years, the United States has placed increasing emphasis on trade policies that prioritize national security, supply chain resilience and economic growth. In an era of global volatility and technological rivalry, these may be real and relevant policy objectives. However, it is equally, if not more, important to consider how such measures affect markets and, ultimately, the daily lives of US consumers.
(2026-05-12). Trump's Justice Department Subpoenas News Outlets Over Iran War Coverage. truthout.org The US Justice Department has reportedly subpoenaed The Wall Street Journal and other news outlets at the urging of President Donald Trump, who has complained incessantly about coverage of his illegal and disastrous Iran war. The Journal reported Monday that it received grand jury subpoenas dated March 4 for records of its journalists as Trump pushed the Justice Department — now led by his… |
(2026-05-12). Israel approves law on public trials, death penalty for October 7 detainees. aljazeera.com Rights groups warn that the bill makes the death penalty easier to impose and strips fair trial protections.
(2026-05-12). State Dept. Revoking Passports Over Unpaid Child Support in Revival of 1996 Law. truthout.org The U.S. State Department announced on Thursday that it will begin revoking passports of parents who owe significant child support. The department said that it would begin revoking U.S. passports of parents who owe $100,000 in unpaid child support — some 2700 U.S. passport holders — before expanding to include any parents who owe more than $2,500 in child support. The Department of Health… |
(2026-05-12). EU Breaks Political Deadlock to Punish Violent Israeli Settlers. thinktank.pk The decision by the European Union to approve new sanctions against violent Israeli settlers may appear limited on the surface, but politically it represents one of the strongest signals yet that Europe's patience with the current trajectory of the Israel-Palestine conflict is rapidly eroding. For years, divisions inside Europe prevented unified action against Israeli settlement …
(2026-05-12). Israeli Officials Denounce NYT Report on Systemic Sexual Abuse of Palestinians. truthout.org Israel's Foreign Ministry denounced The New York Times for publishing an op-ed on Israel's systemic sexual abuse of Palestinians. The New York Times "chose to publish one of the worst blood libels ever to appear in the modern press," the Israeli Foreign Ministry posted on X late on Monday. It went on to claim that the Times has an "agenda" and that the op-ed is "part of a false and well… |
(2026-05-12). 'Affront to democracy' NZ law change halts landmark climate crisis lawsuit. asiapacificreport.nz By Kate Newton, RNZ News climate change correspondent The political activist suing major New Zealand emitters over climate change damage says a law change blocking his case and others like it is "an affront to democracy". The government announced yesterday it would amend climate laws to prevent companies from being sued over damage caused by…
(2026-05-12). More Reform councils will mean more broken promises — the most marginalised will suffer as a result. thecanary.co 
Following last week's local elections, I don't know how to even begin to put down in words the wave of emotions I am feeling right now as a disabled person. Unfortunately, it doesn't come as much of a surprise that there has been such an extreme political shift to the right. I think the difficulty […] | By
(2026-05-12). German imperialism's third campaign for world domination. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Christoph Vandreier, National Secretary of the Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei (Germany), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the International Committee of the Fourth International.
(2026-05-11). Taiwan is not eligible to participate in WHA: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's Taiwan region, unless given approval by the central government, has no basis, reason or right to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA), which will open on May 18, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2026-05-12). Inside Israel's covert Litani raid and Hezbollah's counterstrike. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). Animation-themed equipment exhibition helps exhibitors expand diverse business opportunities. ecns.cn The 2026 Asian Animation and Game Production Technology and Equipment Exhibition was held from May 10 to 12 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou. The exhibition brought together more than 500 high-quality exhibitors from China and abroad, connecting global cultural tourism, IP and digital technology industry resources to help participating companies expand diversified business opportunities.
(2026-05-12). The Role Of Strategic Learning In Shaping High-Impact Leaders. moguldom.com Something feels off when leaders step into critical moments and hesitate. It is not a lack of intelligence or effort. It is often a gap between what was learned and what must be done. That gap shows up fast — especially when decisions cannot wait. There is this something-is-not-clicking tension that builds when theory meets …
(2026-05-12). Foreign firms tie return to Iraq to stronger security guarantees. newarab.com 
Western diplomatic missions and foreign During the opening days of the
(2026-05-12). Ceasefires and the Age of Impulse Diplomacy. fpif.org The announcement of a Yet, for non-partisan observers, the "so what" of this moment is far more profound. This development is not me…
(2026-05-12). Israel Accuses The New York Times Of Antisemitic Journalism, And Other Notes. caitlinjohnstone.com.au ‚ùñ | The Israeli government is currently Contrary to popular belief, the highest award in journalism is not the Pulitzer. The highest award in all of journalism is being accused of antisemitism by the Isr…
(2026-05-12). Equity leader calls for Starmer to resign and says union 'opposes' Reform. thecanary.co 
In his speech to Equity's annual conference on Sunday 10 May, general secretary Paul W Fleming called for prime minister Keir Starmer: to set out a timetable in which he resigns and is replaced. He also said that the union "opposes" Reform: opposes giving them a platform, and opposes what they threaten to do to […] | By
(2026-05-11). Larger port, broader markets: How BRI enhances China-Brunei bonds. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the crown prince and senior minister at the Prime Minister's Office of Brunei Darussalam, is paying an official visit to China from May 11 to 15. The high-level exchanges are expected to further align development strategies between the two countries, injecting new momentum into flagship projects and deepening cooperation in broader fields.
(2026-05-12). Spurs held by Leeds as relegation battle takes another dramatic twist. thecanary.co 
Mathys Tel produced the kind of moment that makes managers grin and then grind their teeth in frustration, as he curled superb finish into the top corner to put Spurs ahead early in the second half. The goal looked like it might settle a nervy night at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. However, twenty minutes later, […] | By
(2026-05-11). Female storyteller carries forward invaluable cultural legacy. ecns.cn Nestled in the high-altitude pastures of Tsonyi county in Nagchu, Xizang autonomous region, Sinchung's life has been one of courage, resilience, and an unyielding commitment to preserving an ancient cultural legacy.
(2026-05-12). The two 'Spartas': How the UAE doubled down on ties with Israel. newarab.com 
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Israel appear to have The UAE sustained the With Tehran continuing its bellicose rhetoric a…
(2026-05-11). Mideast war caused world's 'largest energy shock': Saudi Aramco CEO. ecns.cn Mideast war caused worldslargest energy shock: Saudi Aramco CEO.
(2026-05-11). 'Dopamine'-colored bus station in NW China injects vitality into Silk Road cultural tourism. ecns.cn As an important transit hub along the "Silk Road Tour" route, Lanzhou in Gansu Province, recently introduced a series of "dopamine"-colored bus cultural and creative scenes, transforming public transportation spaces into trendy check-in destinations and injecting new vitality into Silk Road cultural tourism.
(2026-05-12). Flotilla activist Thiago àÅvila arrives in Brazil. aljazeera.com Brazilian activist Thiago àÅvila returned to Sà£o Paulo after being detained and deported from Israel.
(2026-05-12). YouGov poll shows that Labour would bag just 5 MPs in 2029 under Wes Streeting's leadership. thecanary.co 
With rumours of a leadership challenge swirling, YouGov polling demonstrating that Labour-right darling Wes Streeting is somehow an even worse option than Keir Starmer has resurfaced on social media. The widely reposted infographic was highlighted by Stats for Lefties on May 11. It shows a Streeting-led Labour receiving just 5 seats in the 2029 general […] | By
(2026-05-12). What is the 'Sharia-Free America Caucus', and why is it growing. newarab.com 
The "Sharia-Free America Caucus", a congressional group in The "Sharia-Free America Caucus" was started by Representatives Keith Self and Chip Roy of Texas on 18 December 2025. In a press rel…
(2026-05-11). Expert warns of signs of Japan's militarism revival, China pledges firm response. ecns.cn Recently, Chen Zilei, president of the Shanghai Association for Japanese Studies and director of the Japanese Economic Research Cente at Shanghai University of International Business and Economics, tolds China News Network that Japan is moving further down the path of militarization, driven by both changes in the external environment and expansion needs.
(2026-05-11). Taxi drivers' dog rescue triggers tourism boom. ecns.cn Xuancheng — a city in Anhui province best known for producing quality paper — is experiencing a mini tourism boom thanks to a stray dog and a group of kindhearted taxi drivers who came to its rescue.
(2026-05-12). How SCOTUS Perverted the Constitution and let Tennessee Disenfranchise 1.4 mn People. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The smirk on the face of
(2026-05-12). Bolivia issues warrant for Evo Morales's arrest after court no-show. aljazeera.com The ex-Bolivian president is on trial for allegedly fathering a child with a 15-year-old girl while in office.
(2026-05-12). How climate change could help hantavirus find more hosts. grist.org The cruise ship departed Ushuaia, Argentina, in April with plans to ferry 147 passengers and crew members to some of the most remote places on earth, including Antarctica. But the ship, named the MV Hondius, had its voyage cut short by a rare virus that has killed three and infected several others. | Hantaviruses are an ancient family of rodent-borne pathogens that likely caused disease in humans long before they first appeared in medical records in the 1950s. The viruses infect people via rodent waste — often through the inhalation of dust containing trace amounts of the excreta. Andes hantavirus, the s…
(2026-05-11). What does the MV Hondius outbreak tells us about hantavirus. ecns.cn For days, the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius has made headlines worldwide, bringing a long-known yet often overlooked virus to the center of global attention. After nine cases linked to the outbreak, including three deaths, were reported by the World Health Organization (WHO), the vessel arrived last weekend in Spain's Tenerife, where more than 90 passengers were evacuated under supervised health precautions by domestic and international health authorities.
(2026-05-12). 'Amman's Epstein': Fake doctor allegedly assaults three minors. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). Taiwan excluded from WHA over DPP's separatist stance: spokesperson. ecns.cn The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities' pursuit of "Taiwan independence" and refusal to recognize the "1992 Consensus," which embodies the one-China principle, have undermined the political foundation for the Taiwan region's participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA), said Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, on Monday.
(2026-05-12). Trump's global energy chaos: Alternative energy comes to the rescue. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-12). Exclusive: Green Party source source has withering takedown of Andy Burnham. thecanary.co 
A Green Party source has reminded Labour members — and voters — of Andy Burnham's record and given an even more withering verdict on Wes Streeting. Both men are mooted as potential replacements for the hapless Keir Starmer. At the time of writing, rebel Labour MPs prepared to trigger Starmer's removal are mounting. As questions […] | By
(2026-05-11). Stitched with love: 20 years of 'Model Mothers' weaving dreams. ecns.cn On Mother's Day, dozens of exquisite woolen weavings and cloisonne works were on display in Beijing, all created by women who share a common name: Modou Mama, or Model Mothers. The charity project, launched by the Red Cross Society of China and Alibaba Group, held its 20th anniversary celebration with an event themed "Model Mothers Bloom, Beautiful Journey Together."
(2026-05-12). Naim Qassem says Hezbollah's arms not part of talks with Israel. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). The end of printing press manufacturer Manroland in Offenbach, Germany and the role of the IG Metall union. wsws.org The closure of the Manroland plant in Offenbach marks the culmination of a process begun with the breakup of the company during the 2011—12 insolvency crisis, in which the IG Metall union played a central role.
(2026-05-11). U.S. State Dept: New Round of Economic Fury Sanctions Targets IRGC Oil Operations. ecns.cn
(2026-05-12). Climate change: What Africa must demand at COP31 in Antalya. globalvoices.org
(2026-05-12). AI Won't Necessarily Lead to Mass Unemployment: The Case of the Financial Industry. cepr.net
(2026-05-11). Lebanese National Agency: 6 dead and 7 injured in night raid on home in Kafr Dunin. ecns.cn
(2026-05-12). US Escalation in the Caribbean and Latin America Live Updates. cepr.net
(2026-05-12). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Job action by 55,000 BC nurses could be imminent, while unions in Bolivia have refused to negotiate with the La Paz regime, saying it is not legitimate.
(2026-05-12). Lamine Yamal attacked by Israeli media and politicians. thecanary.co 
Muslim footballer Lamine Yamal raising the Palestinian flag during celebrations after Barcelona won the Spanish league title has sparked a wave of outrage and incitement in the Israeli media. Yamal, 18, stole the spotlight during Barcelona's La Liga victory parade on an open-top bus after he appeared waving the Palestine flag. However, Israeli media outlets, as […] | By
(2026-05-11). From Shireen Abu Akleh to Amal Khalil, the killer is the same. mondoweiss.net 
Four years ago today, Shireen Abu Akleh was assassinated by an Israeli soldier. Since then, Israel has killed more than 275 journalists in Gaza and Lebanon. The world that let Shireen's killer walk free made all of this possible.
(2026-05-11). Trump calls Iranian response to negotiations "unacceptable," as Israel continues Lebanon bloodbath. wsws.org US President Donald Trump declared Iran's reply to his negotiation terms "TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE" on Sunday, threatening renewed military escalation four days before his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
(2026-05-11). Hezbollah drone kills Israeli soldier in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
An Israeli soldier was killed, and others were wounded The Israeli military said reservist Alexander Glovanyov, 47, was killed in the drone attack, while Israeli media reported that rescue helicopters were dispatched to evacuate wounded soldiers after one helicopter reportedly suffered a malfunction. | The attack came amid…
(2026-05-11). Israeli strikes on S. Lebanon kill 4, wound 19. ecns.cn BEIRUT/JERUSALEM, May 10 ⚪ Four people were killed and 19 others wounded on Sunday in Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah announced attacks targeting Israeli troops and military equipment along the border.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
(2026-05-11). War, genocide and the weaponization of healthcare: An interview with Bilal Irfan. wsws.org Bilal Irfan is a US‚Äëbased medical and bioethics researcher working on Gaza and Palestinian health.
(2026-05-11). Basem Khandakji: 'Genocide didn't start in Gaza in 2023'. therealnews.com 
"It's a war against my people. Genocide didn't start just in Gaza in 2023. The genocide against us started since 1948," award-winning Palestinian author and former political prisoner Basem Khandakji tells TRNN. | "It's a war against my people. Genocide didn't start just in Gaza in 2023. The genocide against us started since 1948," award-winning Palestinian author and former political prisoner Basem Khandakji tells TRNN. Israel,Palestine,video,Nabka
(2026-05-11). Netanyahu Says War on Iran "Not Over" as Long as Iran Has Uranium. truthout.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed on Sunday that the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is "not over" because Iran still has nuclear material that "has to be taken out" of the country. In a "60 Minutes" interview broadcast by CBS News on Sunday evening, Netanyahu said that the war on Iran has not ended because Iran still has enriched uranium that must be "taken out… |
(2026-05-11). Trump's Iran war: Economic rescue mission for U.S. capitalism? peoplesworld.org 
The question of why the U.S. government began a war with Iran is unsettled. The ostensible reasons, whether stopping Iran from developing nuclear weapons or protecting Iranians' human rights, are not believable. Iran mostly likely not was developing nuclear weapons. There had been Iran's closely-monitored agreement in force from 2016 to 2020 not to do …
(2026-05-11). Taiwan is looming over this week's Trump and Xi summit. responsiblestatecraft.org Although the current war with Iran dominates global attention, a more dangerous situation — between two nuclear-armed powers — continues to worsen: the confrontation between the United States and China over Taiwan. While widely recognized, this confrontation has been overshadowed in dealings between Beijing and Washington, where disputes over issues like trade, technology, and fentanyl predominate. These disputes, while serious, are far less likely to prove catastrophic than the current slide toward a serious crisis or conflict over Taiwan, which could, if left unaddressed, end in a major —…
(2026-05-11). Exclusive-Iraq, Pakistan strike energy deals with Iran as Tehran flexes Hormuz control. al-monitor.com By Marwa Rashad and Ahmed RasheedLONDON/BAGHDAD, May 12 (Reuters) – Both Iraq and Pakistan have cut deals with Iran to ship oil and liquefied natural gas from the Gulf, according to five sources with knowledge of the matter, in a demonstration of Tehran's ability to control energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-05-11). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-11). UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz. al-monitor.com LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) – Britain said on Tuesday it would contribute autonomous mine-hunting equipment, Typhoon fighter jets and the warship HMS Dragon to a multinational defensive mission aimed at securing shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.Defence minister John Healey announced the commitment during a virtual summit with more than 40 of his counterparts from other nations involved in the mission, which he said would become operational when conditions allowed.
(2026-05-11). US hits China-linked Iran oil trade with sanctions ahead of Trump trip. al-monitor.com The sanctions come after the United States rejected Iran's latest proposal to end the war.
(2026-05-11). 'Totally unacceptable': Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal amid deepening energy crisis. ptcnews.tv US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal to end months-long conflict describing it as 'totally unacceptable' without disclosing further details despite key Republican leader urged him to consider military option. | Trump received the Iranian proposal on Sunday amid hopes that it could lead to a breakthrough to end the war with Iran that began on February 28, blocking the key sea route for global oil supplies, leading to fuel shortages in several countries. | "I have just read the response from Iran's so-called 'Representatives.' I don't like it – TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!" he wrote on his Truth Social…
(2026-05-11). Sensing an edge, Iran to it can outlast Trump. al-monitor.com Iran's leadership is betting it can outlast an under-pressure Donald Trump in its peace negotiations with Washington, but its defiance risks renewed military confrontation and further stoking domestic tensions, analysts say.With a shaky ceasefire holding almost two-and-a-half months after the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic began, the US president has angrily dismissed Iran's responses to a US proposal for a settlement, warning the truce is on its last legs.
(2026-05-11). After rejecting Tehran response, Trump warns US-Iran ceasefire on 'massive life support'. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks during a maternal health event in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 11, 2026. — ReutersTrump dismisses Tehran's proposal as 'stupid'.Says he didn't even finish reading Iran's response.Iran willing to give US 'the…
(2026-05-11). Trump says he need help on Iran. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 12 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he will have a long talk with Chinese President Xi Jinping about the war in Iran during his upcoming trip to China, but added that he does not think he needs Xi's help."I don't think we need any help with Iran. We'll win it one way or the other, peacefully or otherwise," Trump told reporters when departing the White House for China.
(2026-05-11). Xi's leverage ahead of Trump meet, Hong Kong schools: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Could omega-3 supplements hurt the brain? Chinese military study flags risks | 2. Hong Kong schools record net student rise for 2 years straight | 3. Trump heads to China weakened as Xi gains leverage ahead of summit | 4. 'Foreigner won': Filipinos divided over pageant winner's US roots…
(2026-05-11). China confirms Trump's visit this week. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping react as they hold a bilateral meeting at Gimhae International Airport, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, in Busan, South Korea, October 30, 2025. — AFPThis will be first visit by a US…
(2026-05-11). Ghalenoei: football in Asia has become competitive. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran's national football team head coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has lauded the significant advancements in Asian football following the draw for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, which placed Iran in Group C alongside Syria, Kyrgyzstan, and China.
(2026-05-11). US issues new sanctions over oil shipments to China. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – The U.S. government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and four in the United Arab Emirates, for aiding Iran's shipment of oil to China. The ninth company is based in Oman.The Treasury move follows sanctions announced on Friday on individuals and companies aiding Iranian purchases of weapons and components used to make drones and ballistic missiles.
(2026-05-11). 'There is absolutely no division at all'. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Yousef Pezeshkian, son of Iran's president, has dismissed reports of divisions between his father and military commanders, amid stalled efforts to bring the US-Israeli war that began on February 28 to a lasting end.
(2026-05-11). Strategic Imperative Drives U.S. Support For Israel. covertactionmagazine.com The conservative media landscape has recently been embroiled in an explosive debate about Israel. One one side, there is former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, who has broken with Donald Trump and the MAGA universe over the Iran War, stating that Trump betrayed his anti-war election pledge because of his fealty to Israel and that …
(2026-05-11). UAE is using oil to reshape its position inside the Gulf hierarchy. ummid.com With its exit from OPEC and OPEC+, the UAE is challenging the authority of Riyadh, strengthening its own strategic autonomy, and moving closer to a regional make-up where the US and Israel remain central actors in the pressure campaign against Iran.
(2026-05-11). Report: UAE Has Secretly Launched Attacks Against Iran. news.antiwar.com The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday that the United Arab Emirates has carried out military strikes against Iran, and its sources presented the Gulf Arab state as an active combatant in the war, backing up Tehran's allegations against Abu Dhabi. The report said that one of the attacks included the bombing of oil infrastructure …
(2026-05-11). Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks. geo.tv 
(2026-05-11). Activists in Chile launch campaign for Fidel Castro Centenary. radiohc.cu The campaign called "100 Years and 100 Murals for Fidel" continues to advance in Chile, spearheaded by the local Solidarity Movement. This past weekend, various social groups restored a 40-meter mural in the San Joaquín district to honor the Cuban leader. | The restored mural reflects significant moments in the revolutionary process and the difficulties caused by the economic blockade imposed by the United States. Through folk art, activists seek to disseminate the historical legacy of one of the most influential political figures of the 20th century. | Chilean groups have intensified the campaign "Cuba Is Not Al…
(2026-05-11). US Surveillance Flights Over Cuba Have Increased Since Early February. truthout.org US surveillance and reconnaissance flights off the coast of Cuba have surged in recent months as President Donald Trump has issued increasingly belligerent threats to seize the island nation by force. CNN reported Sunday that the U.S. Navy and Air Force have conducted more than two dozen surveillance flights — mostly of them near Havana and Santiago de Cuba, the country's largest cities… |
(2026-05-11). Flotilla "Rumbo a Cuba" sets sail for Havana from Barcelona. radiohc.cu The flotilla "Rumbo a Cuba" / "On our way to Cuba" set sail on Sunday from Barcelona for the Caribbean island to transport photovoltaic equipment destined for the Juan Manuel Márquez Pediatric Hospital. It is also carrying medicine and food. | This initiative is led by the NGO Open Arms and involves more than 20 social and political organizations, such as Ecologistas en Acción, Asociación Amal Esperanza, Podemos, Izquierda Unida, Compromís, Comuns, and Bildu, among others. | Before crossing the Atlantic to Havana, the Open Arms ship Astral will stop in Valencia on May 13, Málaga on May 19, Cádiz on May 22, and La…
(2026-05-11). on Cannes-winning writer rails at stance on Gaza. al-monitor.com Hollywood should be ashamed of the way it has treated stars like Susan Sarandon, Javier Bardem and Mark Ruffalo for opposing Israel's war in Gaza, a member of the Cannes Film Festival jury said Tuesday, with big studios conspicuously absent this year.Paul Laverty, who wrote two films that won Cannes' top prize, was cheered as he lambasted the studios and praised the French festival for using an image of Sarandon in "Thelma and Louise" for its poster this year.
(2026-05-11). Delcy Rodríguez Defends Venezuela's Historical Rights Over Essequibo Territory by Participating in ICJ Closing Session (+Trinidad's Oil Spill). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Upon her arrival, Rodríguez spoke on public television, st…
(2026-05-11). China beats Japan to win 12th straight world table tennis men's team title. ecns.cn China defeated Japan 3-0 on Sunday to win its 12th consecutive men's team title at the 2026 World Table Tennis Team Championships in London.
(2026-05-11). Public Largely Unaware of Third-Party External Review Process for Denied Healthcare Claims. projectcensored.org Warning: this story contains language about self-harm. Independent news outlet ProPublica published a report on October 7, 2025, exposing millions of Americans who were unaware that they could challenge their health insurance claim denials through external review. The report reveals how this system can be used to Americans' advantage by…
(2026-05-11). Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of violating 3-day ceasefire. ecns.cn MOSCOW/KIEV, May 10 ⚪ Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating a declared three-day ceasefire.
(2026-05-11). EU hits Israel settlers with new sanctions over W. Bank violence. newarab.com 
The EU foreign ministers backed the sanctions package, which targets seven individuals and organi…
(2026-05-11). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-05-11). Trump Suggests He'll "PACK THE COURT" in Rant Against Justices He Appointed. truthout.org In a lengthy Truth Social post on Sunday evening, President Donald Trump lambasted two Supreme Court justices he had personally appointed to the bench for not being "loyal" enough to him. Trump berated Justices Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett, deriding their roles in a majority ruling earlier this year that overturned his massive global tariffs. He also denounced them for appearing… |
(2026-05-11). Israel's election may end the Netanyahu era but not the 'forever wars'. scmp.com Israel's next election campaign is well under way, with political defections, fractious coalition-building and naked appeals to ethnic exclusion marking its opening salvoes as a crowded field of challengers queues up to try Benjamin Netanyahu for the security catastrophe of October 7, 2023 and the wars that followed. | The vote, constitutionally set for this October, is shaping up as a referendum on the prime minister's central claim to power: that only he can keep Israel safe.
(2026-05-11). Jim Crow?: Republicans capitalize on Supreme Court weakening Voting Rights Act. peoplesworld.org 
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(2026-05-11). Far Right Reform Party Saw Big Wins in UK Local Elections at Labor Party's Cost. truthout.org This year's local election results from the United Kingdom are in. The far-right, anti-immigrant Reform UK party made substantial gains, while the ruling Labour Party suffered heavy losses, signaling what London-based journalist Daniel Trilling calls a "wider fragmenting of politics" and a generational shift away from the two-party political system. We get an overview of major developments to the… |
(2026-05-11). Tools That Help AEs Close Deals Faster. moguldom.com In today's business world, account executives (AEs) must do more than pitch products and negotiate contracts to stay ahead of the competition. They are responsible for managing pipelines, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, tracking buyer intent, hitting sales goals, and handling proposals while maintaining critical client relationships. As a result, choosing the right technology tools and …
(2026-05-11). Sri Lanka: 12 men sentenced to death over killing of MP prepare to appeal. wsws.org The Socialist Equality Party categorically opposes these convictions and the death penalties, the aim of which is to intimidate the masses of workers and oppressed people who took part in the 2022 uprising.
(2026-05-11). Southern California mayor will plead guilty to acting as agent for Chinese government. scmp.com A Southern California mayor has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, and has resigned from her city position, officials said on Monday. | Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, was charged in April with one count of acting in the United States as an illegal agent of a foreign government. She was accused of doing the bidding of Chinese officials, such as sharing articles favourable to Beijing, without prior notification to the US government as required by…
(2026-05-11). 90% Subsidized… Bielefeld Germany's ‚Ǩ7 Million Hydrogen Garbage Truck Fleet Sits Idle. wattsupwiththat.com The case of Bielefeld's idle garbage truck fleet is an example of bureaucracy's rank inability to operate a society, serving as a reminder that "green" technology is a costly folly.
(2026-05-11). Fed Judge Rules DOGE Illegally and "Blatantly" Used DEI Terms to Cut Grants. truthout.org A federal judge ruled last week that millions of dollars in cuts made by the so-called "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE), a quasi-government entity led by billionaire Elon Musk, improperly targeted grants distributed by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) by targeting terminology relating to protected statuses. The NEH cuts by DOGE staffers "blatantly used" race, gender… |
(2026-05-11). New Orleans wants to fix its Mardi Gras mess. So why is the trash pile still growing? grist.org 
When cleaning crews dug deep into New Orleans' clogged drains in 2018, they pulled up leaves, mud — and 46 tons of Mardi Gras beads. | The sheer magnitude of waste accumulated over decades of Carnivals — and its impact on the flood-prone city's drainage system — shocked many residents and city officials. | "Once you hear a number like that, there's no going back," then-Public Works director Dani Galloway But nearly…
(2026-05-11). Palestinians mark 78 years since Nakba amid ongoing displacement. aljazeera.com 78 years of memory: Palestinians rally in Khan Yunis to mark the Nakba.
(2026-05-11). Israeli elections: Can a Bennett-Lapid alliance oust Netanyahu. newarab.com 
Ramallah, occupied West Bank – Israeli opposition leaders Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett have The move revives the partnership that
(2026-05-11). Milwaukee4Palestine: 78 Years of the Ongoing Nakba May 15-17, 2026 (Event Listings). wibailoutpeople.org 
Contact Milwaukee4Palestine Milwaukee4Palestine, USPCN Milwaukee, Great Ride MKE, and BintJamila's Table are proud to present a weekend of events to commemorate 78 years of the ongoing Nakba. Please join us for as many events as you'd like…hopefully all of them! We've tried to make this email as easy to read as possible — it's a …
(2026-05-11). Could Trump's Iran Fiasco Be the United States' Suez Crisis? worldbeyondwar.org 
The Suez Crisis was the pivotal moment when the British government finally learned that it could no longer use military force to impose its will on less powerful countries. Like Americans today on Iran, the British public was way ahead of its government. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-05-11). At least 7 people shot in Paterson, New Jersey – reports. ecns.cn At least 7 people shot in Paterson, New Jersey-reports.
(2026-05-11). UK's Starmer under renewed pressure to quit as lawmaker revolt grows. scmp.com Keir Starmer ‚Å came under renewed pressure on Monday when four ministerial aides stepped down and more than 70 Labour lawmakers publicly called for the British prime minister's resignation after his appeal for another chance seemingly fell on deaf ears. | At an address to the party faithful in London, Starmer had made an impassioned plea to both his party and voters to stick with him and avoid a leadership contest he said would only bring chaos, but his speech appeared to do little to stem the…
(2026-05-11). New expert opinion deepens debacle for prosecution of Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org In the case against 26-year-old Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk, a third linguistic expert opinion requested by the court further undermines the case of the prosecution, based on charges of "state treason under martial law".
(2026-05-11). US Steel contests OSHA fines for deadly Clairton Coke Works explosion. wsws.org Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fined US Steel and its contractor MPW Industrial Services $180,000 for the deaths of Timothy Quinn and Steven Menefee.
(2026-05-11). UAE sees rapidly growing trade with Syria, as ties warm. al-monitor.com By Feras DalateyDUBAI, May 12 (Reuters) – Trade between the United Arab Emirates and Syria more than doubled in 2025 and has further to grow, a UAE minister said on Tuesday, addressing a Damascus investment forum that signalled rapidly warming ties between the states.UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani Al Zeyoudi told the first Syrian-Emirati Investment Forum that non-oil trade between the United Arab Emirates and Syria reached a record $1.4 billion in 2025, up 132% from the previous year. He said the increase opens prospects for expanding bilateral trade.
(2026-05-11). Defend DACA Nurses! Kaiser CNA-NNU Rally In San Francisco To Protest Attack On Nurse. indybay.org Kaiser is attacking a CNA NNU Kaiser nurse by refusing to provide administrative leave for her paper to come through from the government. Unlike UC nurses Kaiser is moving to terminate her.
(2026-05-11). 'Horrific scene': bodies found in shipping container at Texas rail yard. scmp.com Federal agents are investigating the deaths of six people thought to be immigrants found inside a shipping container at a Union Pacific rail yard near the border with Mexico in Laredo, Texas, on Sunday as a "potential human smuggling event". | A Union Pacific employee found the bodies of six people inside a shipping container Sunday afternoon, said Jose Baeza, the Laredo Police Department public information officer.
(2026-05-11). VIDEO: The Future of Irish Neutrality. worldbeyondwar.org The event featured Patrick Bresnihan, Rory Rowan, and Fionn Wallace who spoke about the importance of preserving Ireland's neutrality and the Triple Lock system — which requires UN, Government, and Dáil approval before Irish troops can be sent overseas. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). 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".
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). Far Right Pastor Says Trump "Has a Better Understanding" of Bible Than Pope Leo. truthout.org This past weekend, a prominent pro-Trump megachurch pastor said he believes the president has a better understanding of the Bible than Pope Leo XIV. In comments to Fox News, Pastor Robert Jeffress, who heads the First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, reacted to news of a meeting between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Leo, which happened earlier this month after weeks of Trump attacking… |
(2026-05-11). New Zealand government ramps up anti-immigrant measures. wsws.org A proposed "citizenship test" seeks to portray migrants as a threat to New Zealand "values," while other legislation will significantly expand the ability of the state to deport people.
(2026-05-11). May 23, 2026: Starbucks Workers United Baristas Organizing Nationwide Actions! Fair Union Contract NOW! wibailoutpeople.org Baristas have been at the bargaining table in good faith. Starbucks executives keep throwing up roadblocks while rolling out changes that make workers' lives harder: cuts to food markouts and Lyft benefits, scheduling that keeps people's hours unpredictable. The pressure needs to come from outside the table, too. That's where you come in. On May …
(2026-05-11). Iran calls for Iraq to help address environmental challenges. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The head of the Department of Environment (DOE), Shina Ansari, has called for Iraqi President, Nizar Amedi, to benefit from his previous experience and expertise to help tackle the environmental challenges of the two neighboring countries.
(2026-05-11). Israel's Knesset backs 'show trial' bill to try 7 Oct defendants. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). Paratroopers jump onto Britain's most remote inhabited island for hantavirus mission. scmp.com British paratroopers landed on a "golf course covered in rocks" to supply medical personnel and oxygen to Britain's most remote overseas territory as it deals with a suspected hantavirus case, an army commander said on Sunday. | The UK Health Security Agency confirmed on Friday that a British national had disembarked from the cruise ship MV Hondius to the South Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, where they live, with a suspected case of hantavirus.
(2026-05-11). Canceled over Palestine: Biotech CEO Rami Elghandour on Rutgers Disinviting Him as Graduation Speaker. democracynow.org 
Two weeks before Rami Elghandour was expected to address newly minted engineering graduates at his alma mater Rutgers University, the CEO of biotech firm Arcellx received a shocking call from school administrators. Citing "vague" complaints about his social media posts on Israel and Palestine, the school abruptly withdrew its convocation invitation. We speak to Rami Elghandour about the decision, which he tells Democracy Now! he finds not only "heartbreaking," but also illogical. "Having a different point of view is not harming these students in any way to lead to this sort of outcom…
(2026-05-11). Campaign to Overturn Illinois Anti-BDS Law Picks Up Steam. truthout.org Since 2014, U.S. lawmakers have introduced over 200 bills targeting the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement. The vast majority of these efforts have failed to pass, but more than 30 states have adopted anti-BDS laws. The first state-based measure to take specific action against Israel boycotts was passed in Illinois in 2015; 49-0 in the Senate and 102-0 in the House. |
(2026-05-11). WHYY, Penn launch 250th anniversary series: How the French and Haitian Revolutions defined America's. whyy.org The latest event in the series recounted Haiti's fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly's role as capital of the catering industry. | Images like these, depicting the Battle of Vertières, a major battle of the Second War of Haitian Independence, fueled fears of slave rebellion in the United States. (Wikimedia Commons)…
(2026-05-11). UK sanctions 85 people and entities over 'pro-Kremlin narratives'. scmp.com Eighty-five Russia-linked people and entities have been sanctioned as part of a UK government crackdown on "pro-Kremlin narratives abroad". | The sanctions, imposed on Monday, were designed to target 29 individuals and organisations thought to have helped Russia forcibly deport and militarise Ukrainian children. | More than 20,000 Ukrainian children have been taken to Russia and the territories which it has occupied, according to the UK Foreign Office.
(2026-05-11). ICSE 10th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Class X (Class 10th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-11). New Caledonian freight vessel begins service to Vanuatu despite diplomatic row. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk Despite a trade-related controversy that erupted last week between the governments of Vanuatu and New Caledonia, the French territory's freight vessel MV Karaka began a new service to Port Vila and Luganville. Last week, New Caledonia's territorial government announced it had suspended all trade cooperation with…
(2026-05-11). US war in Iran has cost $29 billion, Pentagon says. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 12 (Reuters) – The United States' war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Tuesday, an increase of $4 billion from an estimate provided late last month.Jules Hurst, who is performing the duties of the comptroller, told lawmakers that the cost included updated repair and replacement of equipment and operational costs. (Reporting by Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Doina Chiacu; Editing by Doina Chiacu)…
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). Trump gala shooter pleads not guilty to all charges. scmp.com The ‚Å man accused of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump at a White House reporters' gala last month pleaded not guilty ‚Äåto all charges on Monday. | Cole Allen, 31, of California, did not speak in court as his lawyer Tezira Abe entered the plea on his behalf. The charges include attempted assassination of the president, assault on ‚Å a federal officer and firearms offences.
(2026-05-11). Modi govt accused of blocking viral satire reel under IT Act. geo.tv 
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the media at the Presidential Palace in New Delhi, India, June 7, 2024. — ReutersIndian YouTuber Dhruv Rathee has urged supporters to widely share a viral satirical reel blocked in India, accusing the Modi government of misusing the IT…
(2026-05-11). Select Select Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Physics is essentially an intuitive and concrete science. Mathematics is only a means for expressing the laws that govern phenomena." — Albert Einstein…
(2026-05-11). Nothing can stop the break-up of Britain Even Farage is powerless. strategic-culture.su By Aris ROUSSINOS | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | In 1990, shortly before the collapse of Yugoslavia, the Serb cartoonist "C…
(2026-05-11). Could the latest violence in DR Congo undermine truce efforts? aljazeera.com Lesser-known armed groups have carried out a spate of attacks in the country's northeast.
(2026-05-11). Billionaire-funded media misleads public about Reform's electoral gains. thecanary.co 
In the recent local elections, Reform UK undeniably made huge gains. Around 1,400 Faragist councillors were elected, and the party subsequently took control of 14 councils. Labour lost control of 35 councils, and the Hackney mayoralty, which was won by Zack Polanski's Green Party. Nonetheless, mainstream media coverage would have people believing that the UK 'chose […] | By
(2026-05-11). 2026 West Bengal Election Results Live. ummid.com West Bengal Election 2026 Results: Counting of votes began in West Bengal at 77 centers across the state today i.e. Monday May 04, 2026 at 08: 00 am amid heavy security.
(2026-05-11). Why Niger's French Media Ban Is Bigger Than Press Freedom. thinktank.pk The decision by Niger's military-led government to suspend several major French media organizations is not just another dispute between a former colony and its old colonial power. It represents a deeper geopolitical shift unfolding across West Africa — one where control over information has become as important as control over territory, military alliances, and natural …
(2026-05-11). Federal Appeals Court Issues Temporary Stay of TX Death Row Prisoner's Execution. truthout.org A federal appeals court has temporarily halted Thursday's scheduled execution of Texas death row inmate Edward Busby, citing concerns over his eligibility for capital punishment because of intellectual disability. The 2-1 decision by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is in place "pending further order" of the court. Busby argued that a federal district court improperly denied the… |
(2026-05-11). 85.25% Pass Andhra Pradesh SSC 2026 Board Exam. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh registered an overall pass percentage of 85.25% in SSC Matric Class 10 board exam 2026 the result of which was announced by the Directorate of Government Examinations in association with Board of Secondary Education Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP) today i.e. Thursday April 30, 2026.
(2026-05-11). Paterson, Camden and other New Jersey school districts lay off over 1,000 teachers and support staff. wsws.org As in the rest of the United States, New Jersey is experiencing a wave of layoffs of educators and school workers because of budget shortfalls.
(2026-05-11). Milwaukee, Stand For Peace, May 16, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org Join Peace Action Wisconsin's weekly public peace witness against war and militarism. | Saturday, May 16 | 12: 00—1: 00 PM | St. Paul & Water, Milwaukee
(2026-05-11). China, U.S. to hold economic, trade consultations in ROK on May 12-13. ecns.cn The two sides will be guided by the important consensus reached between the two heads of state at their meeting in Busan and during previous calls, and will hold consultations on economic and trade issues of mutual concern, according to the ministry.
(2026-05-11). Philippine senator flees ICC arrest over role in Duterte's drug war. aljazeera.com Senator Ronald Dela Rosa has evaded a drug war warrant against him.
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/14: What Is Democratic Modernity? indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-11). Tunisia: End Abusive Prosecution of Refugee Aid Workers. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Mustapha Djemali. | © Private | (Beirut) — Five employees of the Tunisian Council for Refugees will stand trial on May 13, 2026, after appealing criminal sentences for their work assisting asylum seekers and refugees, Human Rights Watch said today. The Tunisian authorities should end the abusive prosecution of the employees, compensate them for their unlawful detention, and stop the widespread crackdown on civil society groups. Tunisian authorities shut down the Tunisian Council for Refugees in May 2024, arrested its founder and director, Mustapha Djemali, and program manager…
(2026-05-11). Saturday 6/20: San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival Friendship Races. indybay.org Lake Merced, 1 Harding Road San Francisco, CA 94132…
(2026-05-11). Trump and his family are enriching themselves. mronline.org 
I do not know if the numbers on the Forbes char are correct but it is quite obvious that Trump and his family are using their positions to enrich themselves.
(2026-05-11). The Epstein Saga: Chapter 10, Mr. 20 Billion. strategic-culture.su Have you ever heard of the man behind the "20 billion in 20 minutes" story? | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | The perfect prof…
(2026-05-11). Sunday 6/7: 51st Annual Santa Cruz Pride Parade & Festival. indybay.org Parade starts at 11am at the intersection of Cathcart St. and Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-11). Palestinian prisoner Riyad Albustanji denied medical care in Italian prison. samidoun.net 
Palestinian prisoner Riyad Albustanji — imprisoned in Italy in pretrial detention since 27 December 2025, alongside fellow Palestinian community leaders Mohammed Hannoun, Raed Dawoud, and Yaser Elasaly — is currently suffering from serious health problems. However, Albustanji, 60, a Palestinian sheikh, held in the high-security section of Rossano prison in Calabria, is being systematically denied …
(2026-05-11). Lawsuit blames OpenAI for ChatGPT helping plan Florida mass shooting. scmp.com The widow of a man killed in last year's mass shooting at Florida State University is suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI, blaming the company's artificial intelligence chatbot for giving advice on how to carry out the rampage. | The lawsuit comes after state authorities disclosed that ChatGPT gave information to the shooter about what time and location would maximise victims on campus, as well as the type of gun and ammunition to use. Authorities say he was also told that an attack can get more media…
(2026-05-11). Manipur Violence And A Nation's Fading Attention. ummid.com Manipur does not need occasional outrage, it needs sustained attention, accountability, and action.
(2026-05-11). Madison, June 13, 2026: Queer Liberation March! wibailoutpeople.org Saturday June 13, 2026 at 10 am at McPike Park, 202 S Ingersoll St, Madison, WI 53703 Protect Trans Youth!Healthcare for All!Empower Queer Workers! Madison Area DSA, Trans Resistance Action Committee, Freedom Road Socialist Organization, Socialist Alternative, Students for a Democratic Society, Wisconsin Bail Out the People Movement and Code Pink…
(2026-05-11). The Seattle Loop: Reclaiming the Public Interest. mronline.org 
A palpable, but indecisive enthusiasm permeated a recent Seattle arts forum, revealing a city desperate for a future that no one quite knows how to build, let alone finance. Despite the proliferation of sticky notes with compelling schemes, as Amanda Manitach describes in The Stranger, the arts roundtable lacked a cohesive strategy for gathering its aspirational potpourri …
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). Gardener's guide: How to convert your home lawn into a meadow. whyy.org 
This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Landscape experts and environmentalists are touting the benefits of converting lawns into meadows and encouraging native plants. These peaceful habitats with native grasses and wildflowers have a number of environmental benefits. | This spring, Pennsylvania…
(2026-05-11). China's CPI up 1.2% in April. ecns.cn Chinas consumer price index, a main gauge of inflation, rose 1.2% year on year in April, official data showed on Monday.
(2026-05-11). From Dubai dream to an economic nightmare; promises that turned to smoke. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Imagine spending years saving money and time to build a tall tower by the sea; the tower becomes so famous that every investor in the world wants to buy a unit in it. But suddenly, a war breaks out in the neighborhood, and investors flee; your stock value plummets, and you suddenly realize that the one who promised to protect you has left you alone.
(2026-05-11). Wilmington issues eviction notices at homeless encampment as Mayor Carney states area was always 'temporary'. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? People living in a city-sanctioned homeless tent village at a local Wilmington park woke up on Monday morning to eviction notices from Mayor John Carney's office. | Residents said several police officers and representatives of the Friendship House, the site manager, moved through the park handing out the notices without explaining what they meant, leaving people upset and confused. | "What was your purpose?" Latifah Evans asked. "Why give us an area then take it from us? Why…
(2026-05-11). China's 2025 autumn grain purchases reach recent high ahead of summer harvest. ecns.cn China purchased more than 338 million metric tons of autumn grain from the 2025 harvest season by the end of April, marking one of the highest levels in recent years, according to official data released on Sunday.
(2026-05-11). Wall Street Is Pairing Up With the Army to Build Data Centers. truthout.org Two trends, seemingly separate, have been accelerating over the past few years. First, Wall Street has been plowing billions of dollars into financing data centers. Second, the U.S. military has been ramping up its use of artificial intelligence (AI). Now, these two trends are directly merging. In late March 2026, the U.S. Army announced its selection of companies to build and operate two… |
(2026-05-11). Detroit's Michigan Science Center Workers win union victory under UAW. peoplesworld.org 
DETROIT, Mich.—Museum cultural workers achieved a victory on May 8 as Guest Relations and Education workers at Detroit's own Michigan Science Center voted overwhelmingly to unionize under the UAW. The victory follows a two-year campaign for the right to collective bargaining and includes demands for better access to sick leave, health insurance, livable wages, and …
(2026-05-11). Frustrated Trump learns he have the cards on Iran. al-monitor.com One of President Donald Trump's favorite metaphors is that he's got the cards ⚪ that through the might of the United States and his own acumen he can overpower any adversary.On Iran, the former casino owner is learning that he, in fact, doesn't have such a strong hand after all.
(2026-05-11). The two-party system of voting in the UK has not been replaced. strategic-culture.su But British politics is never going to be the same again, Martin Jay writes. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | Farage's win in…
(2026-05-11). Officials and activists are working to overturn Illinois's anti-BDS law. Could their campaign become a national model? mondoweiss.net 
Activists and lawmakers in Illinois are pushing to repeal the state's anti-BDS law, the nation's first such law. The campaign could serve as a model for more than 30 states that have since adopted anti-BDS laws.
(2026-05-11). Nationals out, One Nation in: A new Liberal Coalition partner rises. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). ISC 12th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class XII (Class 12th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-11). Midterms Heighten Need for Social Media Regulation. projectcensored.org A March 2026 report from the nonprofit organization Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) warns that recent changes to social media platform policies could significantly shape the information bubble surrounding the 2026 US midterm elections. As digital platforms are now mediating much of the communication between political figures and the…
(2026-05-11). WBW News Action: Eerie Reminder of Holocaust Past. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-05-11). Accusing party of antisemitism, Pa. Supreme Court Justice David Wecht leaves Democratic Party that elected him. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Justice David Wecht of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania announced that he is leaving the Democratic Party, citing what he described as anti-Jewish actions and rhetoric within the party. | In a message distributed by the state court system, he said that antisemitic "hatred has grown on the left" and that it has "moved from the fringe to the mainstream." | "Nazi tattoos, jihadist chants, intimidation and attacks at synagogues, and other hateful anti-Jewish invective and actio…
(2026-05-11). Sudan drone strikes killed at least 880 civilians between January and April: UN. newarab.com 
At least 880 civilians were killed in drone strikes in Drone attacks by both Sudan's army and paramilitary group The United Nations rights office said t…
(2026-05-11). Nation OKs real-world 6G trials. ecns.cn China has taken a key step toward shaping the global future of telecommunications, as the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology officially approved the trial spectrum in the 6GHz band for 6G technology development.
(2026-05-11). Under-threat UK PM Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). Hondurasgate and the Opaque Architecture of US Hemispheric Domination. orinocotribune.com By Misión Verdad — May 8, 2026 | On November 30, 2025, just days before the presidential elections in Honduras, Donald Trump The prosecution had demonstrated that Hernández used the state apparatus to protect the trafficking of over 400 tons of cocaine to t…
(2026-05-11). Democracy Now! 2026-05-11 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for May 11, 2026; Far-Right Anti-Immigrant Party Surges in U.K. Elections; Calls Grow for Labour PM Starmer to Resign; Meet Guido Reichstadter, the Marine Veteran Who Scaled D.C. Bridge to Protest Iran War & AI; Canceled over Palestine: Biotech CEO Rami Elghandour on Rutgers Disinviting Him as Graduation Speaker | Headlines for May 11, 2026; Far-Right Anti-Immigrant Party Surges in U.K. Elections; Calls Grow for Labour PM Starmer to Resign; Meet Guido Reichstadter, the Marine Veteran Who Scaled D.C. Bridge to Protest Iran War & AI; Canceled over Palestine: Biotech CEO Rami Elghandour on Rutgers Disinvitin…
(2026-05-11). What is economic development? mronline.org 
Since capital is globalized under neo-liberalism while labour remains confined to specific countries, a higher rate of accumulation is supposed to require the creation of a more attractive environment for capital compared to other countries; and lower wages constitute one major component of this more attractive environment.
(2026-05-11). EU agrees sanctions on Israeli West Bank settlers, Hamas leaders. aljazeera.com The long-awaited agreement comes after Hungary's new government dropped the country's veto.
(2026-05-11). Lebanon authorities release Salafist cleric Khaled Hablas: What to know. al-monitor.com Hablas was imprisoned for his role in the deadly 2014 clashes with the military and Hezbollah and his release follows Syria lobbying for the return of militants detained in Lebanon.
(2026-05-11). Apple Worker Ashley Gjovik and the Struggle for Heath & Safety, Labor & the Environment. indybay.org Apple health and safety whistleblower and environmentalist Ashley Gjovik spoke in San Jose about her struggle at Apple to protect her health and safety and fellow workers and the retaliation and corruption of government agencies. She also discussed the ongoing environmental dangers by Apple and other sites in the South Bay.
(2026-05-11). May Day Strong: DEFEND VOTING RIGHTS! STOP RACIST GERRYMANDERING! wibailoutpeople.org We showed what's possible on May Day, thousands of actions, millions of people, and a clear message: this country should put workers over billionaires. This week, we need to take action again. In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to gut the Voting Rights Act, Southern statehouses are resurrecting Jim Crow and erasing Black …
(2026-05-11). Tomgram: Karen Greenberg, Trumpland Is a Man's World. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. If you want a photo that perfectly catches this moment in what TomDispatch regular Karen Greenberg now calls Trumpland, try this one. It shows a championship women's tennis team from the University of Georgia on a recent visit …
(2026-05-11). Poland's ex-minister facing prosecution at home travels from Hungary to US. scmp.com A former Polish justice minister sought in his homeland for alleged abuse of power says he has travelled from Hungary to the US, prompting prosecutors in Poland to say on Monday that they are investigating whether he was assisted in evading liability. | Zbigniew Ziobro was a key figure in the government led by the nationalist conservative Law and Justice party that ran Poland between 2015 and 2023. That administration established political control over key judicial institutions by stacking higher…
(2026-05-11). Sunday 5/17: Fossil Free Future Festival: Joyful Resistance to Chevron. indybay.org Keller Beach & Judge Carroll Park in Richmond, CA | W Cutting Blvd and S. Garrard Blvd, Richmond, CA 94801 US | Schedule/Location: | 11: 00am Indigenous Opening Ceremony at Keller Beach | 12: 00pm Festival at Judge Carroll Park…
(2026-05-11). 'Utter Injustice': Outrage as Modi Govt Hikes Hajj 2026 Airfare. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government is facing outrage after the Ministry hiked airfare of the pilgrims going to Makkah for Hajj 2026 by 10,000 rupees.
(2026-05-11). Where Are The Carriers As Of May 11, 2026: 20 Warships Enforce Iran Blockade. twz.com 
Meanwhile, USS Nimitz has made a stop in Rio as part of its circumnavigation of South America and repositioning cruise to Norfolk.
(2026-05-11). Major confrontation looming against Hochul and Mamdani: New York transit and LIRR workers should build rank-and-file committees to prepare a united strike! wsws.org The Metropolitan Transportation Authority ( MTA), like mass transit agencies all over the country, is determined to make the workers pay for a fiscal crisis that they did not create.
(2026-05-11). China's zero-tariff policy creates opportunities for Nigerian exporters, says official. ecns.cn ABUJA, May 10 ⚪ Chinas implementation of a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries is beneficial for Nigerian exporters and helps strengthen bilateral trade between the two nations, a Nigerian official said on Sunday.
(2026-05-11). Covert NATO initiative turns film into anti-Russia battleground. strategic-culture.su By Kit KLARENBERG | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | A scandal has erupted over covert NATO conferences with the Western entert…
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). South Africa plans presidential impeachment probe over 'Farmgate' scandal. aljazeera.com The country's parliament says its speaker will begin the process of setting up the impeachment committee.
(2026-05-11). Is Trumpland only for Men? juancole.com (
(2026-05-11). Ronaldo, King take Al-Nassr closer to SPL 2025-26 title. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's leadership as well as football skills were on full display again on Wednesday April 29, 2026 as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Ahli Saudi FC in the 30th round of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26.
(2026-05-11). How a Personal Loan Can Help Fund Your Career Development. moguldom.com In today's fast-paced job market, career development has become an essential aspect of personal and professional growth. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, earn a degree, attend a conference, or gain certification, investing in your career can lead to better job opportunities and higher earning potential. However, these opportunities often come with high financial …
(2026-05-11). Salvadoran Man Says He Suffered Stroke While Awaiting Deportation to Torture Prison. scheerpost.com Kate Morrissey for Capital and Main Elenilson Armando Coto Delgado believed that he would be imminently deported to El Salvador when he had a medical emergency in late April while in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Coto Delgado feared that the Salvadoran government would send him to a notorious prison called Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo, …
(2026-05-11). Will an Anti-Turkish Alliance in the Eastern Mediterranean Lead Türkiye to Strengthen Ties with Russia? unitedworldint.com/feed/ Türkiye's response is likely to involve hedging through deeper ties with Russia, even as some disagreements persist. By Lucas Leiroz de Almeida The recent prospect of a military alliance between Greece, Israel and Cyprus introduces a new variable into the Eastern Mediterranean security equation. Such an arrangement, even if initially limited, will inevitably be perceived …
(2026-05-11). Meanwhile, in El Salvador. fpif.org Recently, I had the opportunity to stand in a friend's kitchen eating
(2026-05-11). Lamine Yamal waves Palestine flag as Barcelona celebrate La Liga win. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands of Barca fans pack streets of Spanish city during open-top bus parade after football league victory.