2024-03-28: News Headlines

Ramzy Baroud (2024-03-28). Complicit in Genocide: Where Israel Gets Its Weapons From. counterpunch.org Over 9,000 Palestinian women have been killed since the start of the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip. Mothers have been the largest share of Israeli killings, at an average of 37 mothers per day since October 7. The numbers above, from the Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza and the Red Crescent Society respectively, only

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Jewish activists demand an end to Israel’s genocide, occupation, apartheid. greenleft.org.au

Angela (2024-03-28). Friday 4/26: San Jose: Peace Vigil – Call for Ceasefire Not More Weapons for Israel or Ukraine! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…

ANDY (2024-03-28). Sunday 3/31: Ceasefire Postcards to Congress Pop-Up. indybay.org Heyma Yemeni Coffee at 1122 University Ave in Berkeley…


Russell Bates, C. Davila, Max Anderson + 70 (2024-03-28). Request for Gaza Ceasefire Resolution by 4/7, 35th Anniv of Berkeley Peace Wall Dedication. indybay.org We sent this to the Berkeley City Council this morning, Monday, March 25, 2024…

Susan Abulhawa (2024-03-28). Reject Biden and build a better world. workers.org The following article first appeared in the Electronic Intifada, March 18, 2024. A literal holocaust is being perpetrated against Palestinians. Israel is burying people alive en masse in their homes, terrorizing them beyond imagination, bombing indiscriminately, denigrating, demeaning, humiliating, starving, torturing, raping and robbing Palestinians. Israel is forcing Palestinians from . . . |

David Cronin (2024-03-28). Why have I been censored by a Dutch university? electronicintifada.net Talk on Gaza genocide banned at short notice.

David Cronin (2024-03-28). EU wants everyone to accept Israel's mass rape lies. electronicintifada.net No evidence produced to back up allegations.

Staff (2024-03-28). As Gaza Faces Famine, Israel Cuts Ties with UNRWA and U.S. Halts Funding for Critical Aid Agency. democracynow.org Despite a U.N.-backed report sounding the alarm on imminent famine in northern Gaza, Israeli authorities announced Sunday they will no longer approve the passage of any UNRWA food convoys into northern Gaza. “Our ability to adequately continue saving lives is really being obstructed,” says UNRWA spokesperson Tamara Alrifai. “What’s going to happen to UNRWA if we can no longer truly operate?” The decision came as President Biden signed a $1.2 trillion appropriations bill that strips funding to UNRWA for the next year. The U.S. first suspended aid to UNRWA in late January, when the Isr…

WSWS (2024-03-28). World Health Organization warns of “looming famine” in Gaza. wsws.org Amid a systematic US-Israeli campaign to deliberately starve the 2.2 million residents of Gaza, the entire population is on the brink of famine.

Staff (2024-03-28). Headlines for March 28, 2024. democracynow.org Video Shows Israeli Forces Shooting and Bulldozing Two Gazan Civilians as One Was Waving White Flag, Israeli Siege on Al-Shifa Hospital Continues: Journalist, at Least 13 Children Among Those Killed, Israel Kills Four Palestinians in Raid on Jenin in Occupied West Bank, Another State Dept. Official Makes Public Exit to Protest U.S. Support for Israeli Genocide, “A Dangerous Precedent in U.S. Foreign Policy”: Center for American Progress Blasts State Dept., Ireland to Intervene in South Africa’s Genocide Case at ICJ; Protests Continue in Amman, Jordan, 2 Bodies Recovered from Baltimore Bridge Col…

Sonoma County 4 Palestine (2024-03-28). Saturday 3/30: Protest the genocide in Gaza. indybay.org Putnam Plaza Park, 129 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma, CA 94952, USA…

WSWS (2024-03-28). Australian protests against Gaza genocide continue as Labor governments step up police repression. wsws.org “The protests signify that the people are not in line with the politicians in the parliament and the government. They have a very different position than the public, they are not listening to them; they still align with the Zionists agenda.”

english.palinfo.com (2024-03-27). Euro-Med: 13 children were executed in and near Al-Shifa HospitalNotice: The cover image in this citation is
too graphic and sorrowful to show here.
The Israeli army has executed thirteen children by direct shooting in the Shifa Medical Complex and its environs in Gaza City, the Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor revealed in a statement issued Tuesday. | | This is a war crime and a crime against humanity that is part of the genocide that the Palestinian people have been living through in the Gaza Strip for the past six months, the statement reads.

albawaba (2024-03-28). American-British bombing in Yemen’s Sa’dah governorate. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- According to Houthi media reports, there has been an American-British bombing in the Qatainat area of the Baqim District in Sa’dah Governorate, located in northern Yemen. This marks the second raid today following recent escalations in the Red Sea.The airstrikes come after the Houthis announced targeting four ships and two US-UK destroyers over the past 72 hours. Additionally, they claimed to have launched ballistic missiles targeting Israel’s Eilat.In a statement by their military spokesperson, the Houthis reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Gaza, aiming to alleviate the siege and provide aid to…

Leon Kunstenaar (2024-03-28). Bay Area Fury as Israeli War Crimes Continue. indybay.org Feeble US objections called out as meaningless in Embarcadero rally and march. In spite of the short notice, over a thousand were there.

albawaba (2024-03-28). Gigi Hadid drinks Starbucks causing fuss online. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A picture of the American fashion model and TV personality Gigi Hadid has caused an online storm after the model was spotted with a Starbucks drink with her despite her support calls for Palestine.Since the start of the latest Israeli war on Gaza, the Hadid family were among the first to talk about Israeli aggression against Palestinian people and their suffering amid ongoing assaults by the Israeli army.Many criticized the American/Palestinian model Gigi Hadid for drinking Starbucks amid boycott calls, human rights activists released against the company and many other brands and chains including McDon…

albawaba (2024-03-28). Netanyahu reschedules a canceled meeting with US regarding Rafah. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked confusion with conflicting statements regarding talks with Washington and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.According to reports, Netanyahu initially stated that Israel had not agreed to send a delegation to Washington. However, Axios, citing American and Israeli officials, contradicted this, claiming that Netanyahu plans to dispatch a delegation next week to discuss the operation in Gaza. This delegation is said to include the Minister of Strategic Affairs and the National Security Advisor.In addition, NBC, citing an American official, reported that Neta…

Jordan Atwood (2024-03-28). Israel’s defiance of world court amid Gaza’s humanitarian crisis sparks global outrage. nationofchange.org Amidst this backdrop of defiance and tragedy, global leaders are raising their voices against the continued aggression.

Staff (2024-03-28). “The Worst of What Humanity Is Capable Of”: Pediatrician Dr. Tanya Haj-Hassan on What She Saw in Gaza. democracynow.org Almost six months into Israel’s assault, Gaza’s health sector has been completely decimated. Before October 7, Gaza had 36 hospitals. Now only two are minimally functional, and 10 are partially functional, according to the United Nations. The rest have shut down completely after either being shelled, besieged and raided by Israeli troops, or running out of fuel and medicine. Israel’s assault has killed over 32,500 Palestinians, including over 14,000 children, and wounded nearly 75,000. We speak with Dr. Tanya Haj-Hassan, a pediatric intensive care physician who just spent two weeks volunteering…

Staff (2024-03-28). I Could Not Stay Silent: Annelle Sheline Resigns from State Dept. over U.S. Gaza Policy. democracynow.org A State Department official working on human rights issues in the Middle East resigned Wednesday in protest of U.S. support for Israel’s assault on Gaza. Annelle Sheline, who worked as a foreign affairs officer in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, was not planning on publicly resigning, but her colleagues asked her to “please speak out” against the Biden administration’s unconditional support for Israel. “At the end of the day, many people inside [the State Department] know that this is a horrific policy, and can’t believe that the United States government is eng…

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-03-28). Imagine If Russia Or China Did The Things Israel Is Doing In Gaza. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Imagine how the western political-media class would be acting if Russia or China was bombing and starving a walled-in population of two million, When Russia invaded Ukraine,…

albawaba (2024-03-28). Two Hezbollah fighters killed in Israeli airstrikes. albawaba.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Calls for implementing Gaza resolution grow. ecns.cn The international community is demanding effective enforcement of Monday’s United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza during Ramadan after Israel refused to change course.

albawaba (2024-03-28). State Department resignations shed light on US policy in Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A human rights official has resigned from the US State Department over Gaza, claiming that the Biden administration is violating US law by continuing to arm Israel and concealing evidence of Israeli human rights violations in Gaza.Annelle Sheline stated that she hoped to impact policy by remaining in her position in the Near Eastern section of the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. However, she had lost faith that she could do anything to affect the flow of the US armory to Israel.Sheline’s resignation comes following another education department official resignation who left the position in…

albawaba (2024-03-28). Video: Israeli forces ‘kill, bury’ Palestinians returning to north of Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Al Jazeera posted a video which was described as “horrific” by human rights activists, in which Israeli army forces are allegedly seen shooting and killing any person who attempted to cross to the north of Gaza.A video was posted by Al Jazeera in which two men were spotted trying to reach northern Gaza after being forcibly displaced due to the heavy attacks and the ground invasion of Israel last October.In the alleged documentation clip obtained by Al Jazeera, two men were seen near an Israeli point on the road between the north and south Gaza, one of the Palestinians decided to return back and despite…

albawaba (2024-03-28). Israeli raids claim several lives in Naqoura, Lebanon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Amid escalating tensions, Israeli raids in southern Lebanon have resulted in casualties. According to a Lebanese medical source speaking to Al Jazeera, there have been reports of martyrs and wounded individuals following two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Naqoura and Tair Harfa. Al-Mayadeen’s correspondent in the south confirmed at least one fatality and six civilians injured in the Israeli raid on Naqoura. The Israeli military has acknowledged carrying out the airstrikes, targeting both Naqoura and Tair Harfa. Additionally, an Israeli military spokesman stated that the army has approved a training…

WSWS (2024-03-28). The “divest from Israel” referendum at the University of Michigan and the pro-Democratic Party politics of the DSA. wsws.org The fight against world war raises the most serious and fundamental political issues. This is already demonstrated by the more than five months of bombings, executions, and deliberate starving of the people of Gaza.

RT (2024-03-28). Putin calls for ‘humanism and mercy’ after Moscow terror attack. pressenza.com Some Russian lawmakers have called for reinstating the death penalty | Creativity, humanism and mercy are of special importance in the aftermath of the Crocus City Hall massacre, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday. His comments came as lawmakers in Moscow debated reinstating the death penalty for terrorists. | Speaking at a Kremlin ceremony honoring young artists and educators, the Russian president addressed last Friday’s terrorist attack at the Moscow concert venue, in which over 130 people died and scores more were seriously injured.”It is extremely important for us now, when we’re dealing with w…

Lee Siu Hin, China-US Solidarity Network (2024-03-28). 3/26 LEE SIU HIN Activists Around the World Demand: Open the Rafah Crossing NOW! indybay.org Palestinian-American, Chinese-American and Egyptian activists are together in Cairo for an international humanitarian mission and to fight against the Zionist war machine paid for by the U$A…

albawaba (2024-03-28). US downs 4 Houthi drones in the Red Sea. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – According to a statement by the US Military Central Command (CENTCOM), four Houthi drones that were launched aimed at a US warship in the Red Sea have been downed.The US forces “engaged and destroyed four long-range unmanned aerial systems (UAS) launched by Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists in Yemen. These UAS were aimed at a U.S. warship and engaged in self-defense over the Red Sea. There were no injuries or damage reported to U.S. or coalition ships” CENTCOM said in a statement on X. March 27 Red Sea Update | TAMPA, Fla. – Between 2: 00 and 2: 20 a.m. (Sanaa time) on March 27, United States Central Comm…

geo.tv (2024-03-28). Four dead, arrest made following ‘senseless’ violence in Rockford, Illinois. geo.tv Mayor condemns ‘random and senseless act of violence’ leaving four dead and five injured in Rockford, Illinois…

geo.tv (2024-03-28). Authorities arrest man punching random women on New York streets. geo.tv Women alerted others of random attacks on New York streets through TikTok…

geo.tv (2024-03-28). This country’s diaper makers shifting from toddlers to adults amid plummeting birth rate. geo.tv Japanese nappy giant shifts focus from babies to adults amid an ageing population…

geo.tv (2024-03-28). Former US vice presidential nominee Joe Lieberman passes away at 82. geo.tv Joe Lieberman, trailblazing politician, dies at 82…

infobrics (2024-03-28). US threatens sanctions if Pakistan continues gas pipeline project with Iran. infobrics.org Washington is unwittingly pushing Pakistan closer to China.

infobrics (2024-03-28). Will BRICS Launch a New World in 2024. infobrics.org BRICS doubled its membership at the start of 2024, and faces huge tasks ahead: integrating its newest members, developing future admission criteria, deepening the institution’s groundings, and most importantly, launching the mechanisms for bypassing the US dollar in international finance…

infobrics (2024-03-28). Exploring BRICS Expansion and India’s Role on Global Economic Landscape. infobrics.org Sammy Kotwani, says despite those challenges mentioned above, there are also many reasons to be optimistic about the prospects for BRICS+ and the Global South collaboration…

infobrics (2024-03-28). China, Russia Launch Joint Lab on Siberian Tiger Conservation in Northeast China. infobrics.org

infobrics (2024-03-28). Why are NATO and Neo-Nazi junta terrified of Russia’s ‘Zircon’ hypersonic missile. infobrics.org Imagine being an officer of the SBU, GUR (Neo-Nazi junta’s military intelligence) or some of the NATO occupation forces. You’re stationed in a building, living in the illusion that you’re safe when the Russian SVR or GRU learns about your location and relays this information to units in Crimea who then fire a “Zircon” at that building. You’d have minutes to evacuate before impact.

infobrics (2024-03-28). Why no one cares about Nord Stream’s sabotage, or terror attack. infobrics.org The Nord Stream area was quite busy, military-wise in September when the blasts took place. And just 3 days before the incident NATO exercises Northern Coasts-2022 were conducted very close to two explosion sites.

infobrics (2024-03-28). Ukrainian oligarch possibly involved in terrorist attack as GUR becomes CIA asset. infobrics.org Nikolai Zlochevsky is believed to be sponsoring terror against Russian civilians.

Natalia Marques (2024-03-28). Baltimore bridge collapse: how exploitation caved in on itself and led to worker deaths. peoplesdispatch.org On Tuesday night, March 26, the United States Coast Guard announced that it had stopped its search for six workers who went missing when a massive Maersk cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. In addition to the six workers that have not been found, two bodies were found in a submerged pickup truck on Wednesday morning, presumed victims of the bridge collapse. | The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed into the Baltimore Harbor in the early hours of Tuesday morning after being struck by a 985-foot-long cargo vessel. | Shipping company punishes whistleblowers: | As detailed in a…

Sara Flounders (2024-03-28). First drop of aid to Ukraine opens $60 billion pipeline. workers.org Munich, Germany, Feb. 18, 2024. Demonstration at Western Security Conference protests sending arms to Ukraine to extend and expand the war. The Biden administration announced March 12 that it will rush a new $300 million military aid package to Ukraine. U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan told reporters: “This ammunition . . . |

Angela (2024-03-28). Friday 3/29: Palo Alto: Silent Vigil for Gaza and Ukraine. indybay.org 855 El Camino, Palo Alto, CA | corner of Embarcadero and El Camino, on the public sidewalk just outside Town & Country Village, in front of the big lamppost “sign”

WSWS (2024-03-28). Zelensky government intensifies shelling of Russia’s Belgorod region in wake of Moscow terror attack. wsws.org As the crisis of the Ukrainian military on the front has deepened, Kiev has intensified its attacks on Russian territories.

Matthew Hoh (2024-03-28). An Escalatory Game for Fools and Madmen. counterpunch.org

themoscowtimes (2024-03-28). By Visiting Loyal Small-Town Russians, Putin Seeks to Ease Concert Hall Attack Blunder. themoscowtimes.com Amid the fallout from the attack, the Kremlin is turning to a tried-and-true damage control tactic.

NEOB (2024-03-28). Presidency releases Energy Action Plan update. sanews.gov.za Presidency releases Energy Action Plan update | The Presidency has released the 18-month update on the implementation of the Energy Action Plan (EAP). | The EAP was introduced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in July 2022 and is coordinated by the National Energy Crisis Committee under the leadership of Electricity Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. | The EAP’s key interventions are to: | Fix Eskom and improve the availability of existing supply. | Enable and accelerate private investment in generation capacity. | Fast-track the procurement of new generation capacity from renewables, gas and battery storage. | Unlea…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Third wave of sandstorms sweep northern China. ecns.cn On Wednesday morning, China’s National Meteorological Center (NMC) issued a yellow alert for sandstorms, warning of sand or dust weather in multiple places across China due to the impact of a cold front and strong winds.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). UK's Spirent ditches Viavi for Keysight's 15% higher takeover offer. channelnewsasia.com

Angela (2024-03-28). Saturday 3/30: San Diego Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Nation remains major engine of global growth. ecns.cn China will continue to remain a top contributor to global economic growth in 2024 on the back of its robust economic recovery, participants attending the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2024 said on Wednesday.

albawaba (2024-03-28). US offers $15m in rewards for BlackCat hackers who stole $94m in Ransomware. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – On Wednesday, the US State Department launched an up to $15 million reward offering for information on the group behind the “ALPHV/BlackCat” ransomware that disrupted insurance payment systems throughout the US and targeted the IT division of UnitedHealth Group.Change Healthcare, the IT division of UnitedHealth, is crucial for the facilitating of insurance providers’ payments to health care professionals. The disruption brought about by the Blackcat hack has left patients and physicians without two pennies to rub together.According to Reuters, the burden on community health centers, which provide care…

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). First Nations peace walk against AUKUS takes aim at Labor. greenleft.org.au

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). South Korea's March exports set to rise on chip-led demand: Reuters poll. channelnewsasia.com

Saleem Samad (2024-03-28). Why the world is silent about persecution in Balochistan? pressenza.com At the onset of the Holy Ramadan month, Muslims all over the world were busy with fasting rituals, and the global protest against the occupation of Balochistan on 27 March 1948 was not heard across the globe. | Balochistan, for 76 years has endured institutionalized persecution and atrocities of Baloch ethnic minorities. | The Baloch people have been living in pain and agony under Pakistan’s occupation. The exiled Baloch has taken to social media @Twitter (now X) to remind that Balochistan was forcibly annexed by Pakistan against the will of the people. | Not much has been written and published in the internation…

albawaba (2024-03-28). Warning issued for new trading scam in UAE, even celebrities falling for it. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Investors are being cautioned by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) of the United Arab Emirates about an unauthorized firm that is purporting to be the regulated worldwide broker Equiti, with its headquarters located in Dubai.The SCA warning noted that an unlicensed firm dubbed MRL Investments Ltd. and operating under the website Equiity.com is attempting to lure investors by impersonating as the licensed brokerage branded Equiti LLC, stating “the aforementioned company is not licensed by the Authority to practice any of the activities subject to its control and supervision.”SCA warning of…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). South Korea kicks off campaigning ahead of April election. channelnewsasia.com

Pranjal Pandey (2024-03-28). Sri Lanka: Govt-IMF Reach Agreement but Basic Question Remains. counterpunch.org The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced on March 21, 2024, that it has reached a staff-level agreement with Sri Lanka regarding the next phase of financial assistance, granting access to $337 million from the previously approved $3 billion bailout allocated in 2023 for the financially strained nation. A staff-level agreement represents an initial consensus achieved

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Protesters call for native forests to be protected. greenleft.org.au

WSWS (2024-03-28). New York Times’ Hannah-Jones demands affirmative action programs based on “lineage” from slavery. wsws.org The essay presents a new and more virulent form of racialism justified, as in the 1619 Project, through the falsification of history.

albawaba (2024-03-28). Larry David: ‘Trump is a little baby and sociopath’. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – American comedian and writer Larry David is trending on X (formerly Twitter) after a video of him circulated across the platform mocking ex-US President Donald Trump at CNN Live. Larry David went on to add in the interview: “He’s such a little baby…He’s such a sociopath. He’s so insane. He just couldn’t admit to losing. We know he lost. He knows he lost…He’s such a sick man!”Larry David: Trump is a little baby and a sociopath: The comedian claimed that Trump threw 250 years of democracy out of the window as he called him a little baby and a sociopath as mentioned above. This is not the first…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Marine authorities conduct joint patrol mission in waters of Taiwan Strait. ecns.cn China carried out joint law enforcement mission to safeguard the stability of water traffic and the safety of people’s lives and property in Taiwan Strait on Wednesday.

WSWS (2024-03-28). New Zealand sinks into recession amid escalating assault on jobs, social conditions. wsws.org As the far-right National Party-led government imposes thousands of job cuts, its sweeping austerity program underpins a massive transfer of wealth to the rich.

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Julian Assange tormented by the British High Court. greenleft.org.au

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Insurers could face losses of up to US$4 billion after Baltimore bridge tragedy: Analyst. channelnewsasia.com

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Aspirational Districts Programme continues to change lives of people in 112 districts in India. tvbrics.com The initiative was launched in 2018…

Michelle Higgins (2024-03-28). Saturday 3/30: Palo Alto: Protest and March for Gaza. indybay.org King Plaza | 250 Hamilton Avenue | Palo Alto…

themoscowtimes (2024-03-28). 2 Russian Journalists Detained in Navalny ‘Extremism’ Case. themoscowtimes.com Photojournalist Antonina Favorskaya was detained for a second time on Wednesday after initially serving a 10-day administrative sentence.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Tong Heng’s pastries and 75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup’s tang yuan for a sweet taste of history. channelnewsasia.com Continuing our series on heritage foods in Singapore, Mediacorp Gold 905 DJ Denise Tan tries some egg tarts and dessert soups from two family-run local brands in this instalment of Makan Kakis.

| Our Correspondent | (2024-03-28). Umrah aspirants facing passport delay. tribune.com.pk Despite the fact that the daily number of passport applicants have halved during the holy month of Ramazan, the country’s intending Umrah pilgrims are still facing difficulties in obtaining the travel document. | Sources said the number of applicants in the passport offices of Karachi was usually around 4,000 per day, but it had reduced to 1,800 to 2,000 in the month of Ramazan. | Even through the number of applications for issuance of new passports has declined significantly, the citizens who had completed the process for acquiring it before the month of Ramazan are still waiting to receive their travel docum…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Culture Fact: Things you must know about Nauru. ecns.cn

Angela (2024-03-28). Sunday 3/31: Santa Rosa Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Courthouse Square | Santa Rosa, CA…

Michael Snyder (2024-03-28). Pawn Shop Inventories Are Exploding As the Failing U.S. Economy Hammers Those at the Bottom of the Economic Food Chain. globalresearch.ca

WSWS (2024-03-28). The Baltimore bridge disaster: A product of profit-driven cost-cutting. wsws.org The collision between the container ship and the bridge has also exposed the collision between private profit and the needs of a modern society, which has at its disposal the technical and economic resources to prevent such disasters.

Dr. Emanuel Garcia (2024-03-28). Four Years Ago. Remember the Lockdowns. Everything About COVID Was False. globalresearch.ca

WSWS (2024-03-28). German train drivers’ union, GdL, submits to the dictates of the company executive. wsws.org In its current contract round the German Train Drivers’ Union (GdL) has caved in to the dictates of Deutsche Bahn (DB, German Rail) and is now trying to cover its tracks with its usual bluster and evasions.

Alina Ramos Martin (2024-03-28). Costa Rican children to be vaccinated against measles. plenglish.com San José, Mar 28 (Prensa Latina) Health authorities in Costa Rica are preparing an extraordinary vaccination campaign against measles, rubella and mumps, which will benefit more than half a million children between 15 months and 10 years of age.

Global Research News (2024-03-28). Selected Articles: Video: Dr. Sucharit Bhakdi at the German Parliament. “The vaccination turned out to be the greatest blessing for the money and world’s elites, for the pharmaceutical industry and politics.” globalresearch.ca

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). China reaffirms commitment to intensify fight against bribes and corruption. ecns.cn China’s top judicial authorities have reaffirmed to harshly penalize bribe-givers in order to strengthen the fight against corruption with “zero-tolerance” and implement the amended Criminal Law.

Alexandra Jacobo (2024-03-28). MSNBC anchors unite in protest over NBC News’ appointment of Ronna McDaniel as contributor. nationofchange.org In an unprecedented public outcry, MSNBC’s leading voices challenge NBC News’ decision to bring on Ronna McDaniel, former RNC Chair, sparking a debate on journalistic integrity and the balance between diverse viewpoints and democratic values.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Hooper in line for Australia rugby sevens debut with eye on Paris. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Investigators seek clues in Baltimore bridge collapse. ecns.cn As investigators were reviewing the data recorder of the cargo ship that hit and caused the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, a lawmaker said Wednesday that if anyone is found liable, they will be pursued to add funds to the cost for rebuilding the bridge.

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Russian and South African leaders discuss BRICS co-operation. tvbrics.com Vladimir Putin and Cyril Ramaphosa held talks by telephone…

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Beat the Facebook ban on Green Left! greenleft.org.au

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Dollar firm after Fed comments; yen under close watch. channelnewsasia.com

Drago Bosnic (2024-03-28). Why Is NATO’s Neo-Nazi Junta’s Cover-up for Terrorist Attacks in Russia So Sloppy? Does NATO Want War with Russia? globalresearch.ca

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Consumer expo to display more new items. ecns.cn The upcoming China International Consumer Products Expo is expected to see a greater number of international brands debut their new products, fueled by the vitality of China’s consumer market, the Ministry of Commerce said.

The Independent (2024-03-28). Tanzania attracts over 1.8 million foreign tourists in past 3 years. independent.co.ug DAR ES SALAAM | Xinhua | Tanzania has received over 1.8 million tourists between 2021 and 2023, earning a revenue of about 3.37 billion U.S. dollars, a senior government official said on Sunday. “Tanzania now ranks second in Africa for attracting tourists after Ethiopia in…

themoscowtimes (2024-03-28). Shuttered Siberian Queer Bar Fined for ‘LGBT Propaganda’. themoscowtimes.com The bar’s owner announced its abrupt closure last month following a police raid over a “provocative” party with drag show performers.

| Our Correspondent | (2024-03-28). Certified election form a critical right: IHC. tribune.com.pk The election oversight authority has informed the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that it has instructed the relevant returning officer (RO) and the provincial election commissioner to provide forms related to the results of the February 8 general elections to certain PTI leaders. | The IHC on Wednesday resumed hearing petitions filed by PTI members Shoaib Shaheen and Salman Akram Raja, challenging the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for not providing certified copies of Form 45 and Form 47. | During the hearing, IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq remarked that obtaining certified copies of the forms is a fundame…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). PBOC head calls for IMF quota reform. ecns.cn The PBOC currently has bilateral local currency swap agreements with the central banks or monetary authorities of 29 countries and regions, with a total swap scale of more than 4 trillion yuan ($553.4 billion), Pan said.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Chinese Commerce Minister calls for Netherlands to maintain regular lithography machine trade. ecns.cn The Chinese side considers the Netherlands a reliable trade partner and hopes the Netherlands can uphold the spirit of contract to support companies fulfill contract obligations to ensure the regular trade of lithography machines.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). As its ‘last samurai' chief battles poor health, frontmen from factions in Malaysia's Islamist party PAS are touted as successor. channelnewsasia.com With reports of the party chief’s frail condition, transition talks are simmering. Potential successors from different factions in the party include Mr Abdul Hadi’s eldest son Dr Muhammad Khalil, and progressive professional Dr Ahmad Samsuri.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Netherlands emphasizes importance of China as trading partner. ecns.cn China called on the Netherlands to ensure normal trade in lithography machines and strengthen cooperation in the semiconductor industry, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Commerce on Thursday.

WSWS (2024-03-28). Behind the NBC hiring and firing of Ronna McDaniel. wsws.org The former chair of the RNC is only one of dozens of discredited and corrupt political operatives given well-paid positions in the corporate media.

Linda Pentz Gunter (2024-03-28). The Lying Piper of Nukeland. counterpunch.org On March 21, more than 40 groups, mainly from Europe, protested the false promises and nuclear fairy tales being spun at the March 21 International Atomic Energy Agency’s Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels. Prior to our fairy tale-themed rally close to the venue we issued a declaration signed by 621 organizations from across the worldand

albawaba (2024-03-28). Top 5 Subscribed Channels on YouTube: Explore! albawaba.com Wondering what are the most viewed and subscribed channels on If you are considering starting your own channel, you might want to check the list of the top 5 subscribed channels on YouTube for 2024. | Top 5 Subscribed Channels on YouTube: Short List: | 1. T-Series | 2. MrBeast | 3. CocoMelon | 4. Sony Entertainment Television India (SET) | 5. Kids Diana Show | Top 5 Subscribed Channels on YouTube: In Details: | 1. T-Series is an Indian channel with 262 million subscribers. T-Series is the m…

WSWS (2024-03-28). Biden embraces Indonesia’s incoming president and notorious Suharto-era general. wsws.org Washington is whitewashing Prabowo’s history of atrocities as it courts Jakarta in preparation for war with China.

John Malkin (2024-03-28). Madi Diaz – “WEIRD FAITH” – Interview. indybay.org Singer/guitarist Madi Diaz discusses her new album “Weird Faith’ and plays Felton Music Hall on Saturday, March 30.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Corgi could become ‘short legs’ of the law. ecns.cn Fu Zai, a six-month-old corgi being trained to become the first of his breed to work as a police dog in China, made his maiden public appearance recently at the open day of a police camp in Weifang, Shandong province.

Rhoda Wilson (2024-03-28). WHO’s Pandemic Treaty negotiations are going very badly. expose-news.com Yesterday, a sample of the negotiating text for WHO’s Pandemic Accord was released. If this sample is anything to go by, there is a long way to go before countries reach a …

Scott Snyder (2024-03-28). South Korean Trade, Diplomacy Trending Away from China. asia-pacificresearch.com

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Extreme UV levels: How harmful is it? How can you protect yourself against exposure? channelnewsasia.com Skin cancer or melanoma, skin ageing, cataracts and other eye issues could develop under prolonged UV exposure. Here's what you can do to protect yourself when the UV levels shoot up.

RACCOON (2024-03-28). Saturday 3/30: Protest for Gaza on Land Day! indybay.org One Ferry Building Plaza | San Francisco, Ca…

themoscowtimes (2024-03-28). No Plans for Putin to Meet With Concert Attack Survivors, Kremlin Says. themoscowtimes.com “If any contacts are necessary, we will inform you accordingly,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

Thomas Knapp (2024-03-28). Election 2024: The More The Merrier, But Candidates Should Stay In Their Own Lanes. counterpunch.org “Robert F. Kennedy Jr.,” Politico reports, “is in talks to run on the Libertarian Party presidential ticket — a move that could translate his popularity into becoming a near-guaranteed choice on ballots in all 50 states.” Kennedy also plans to announce his choice of running mate, likely tech lawyer Nicole Shanahan, on March 26. Presidential

themoscowtimes (2024-03-28). Russia’s Spy Chief Visited North Korea for Security Talks — State Media. themoscowtimes.com Sergei Naryshkin met with North Korea’s State Security Minister Ri Chang Dae to discuss boosting cooperation.

img.piri.net (2024-03-28). Ziraat Türkiye Kupasƒ±’nda yarƒ± final ve final maàßlarƒ±nƒ±n tarihleri belli oldu. img.piri.net Ziraat Türkiye Kupasƒ±’nda yarƒ± final ve final maà߃±nƒ±n programƒ± belli oldu. | : Zƒ∞RAAT TàúRKƒ∞YE KUPASI YARI Fƒ∞NAL MAàáLARI NE ZAMAN?: Türkiye Futbol Federasyonu’ndan yapƒ±lan duyuruda kupada ilk maàßlarƒ±n programƒ± ≈üà∂yle: 23 Nisan Salƒ±: 20.30 MKE Ankaragàºcຠ– Be≈üikta≈ü (Eryaman)24 Nisan àáar≈üamba: 20.30 Trabzonspor – Fatih Karagàºmràºk (P…

reenvia Red Latina sin fronteras (2024-03-28). ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 27.03.2024. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 27.03.2024 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación…

Ruth Milka (2024-03-28). Mexico’s stand against GMO corn sparks US trade dispute. nationofchange.org Mexico’s firm stance on banning genetically modified (GM) corn imports, a policy that has prompted the United States to escalate the matter to a dispute settlement panel under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

Angela (2024-03-28). Thursday 3/28: San Bruno Rally Against Islamophobia. indybay.org San Bruno City Hall | 567 El Camino Real | San Bruno, Ca…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Terror act on Chinese nationals condemned. ecns.cn People from all walks of life in Pakistan have strongly condemned the terrorist attack that killed five Chinese nationals and one Pakistani, saying the country will take all necessary measures to hunt down the perpetrators of the heinous act.

Angela (2024-03-28). Sunday 4/21: Virtual Q&A Discussion of 3 Videos about Gaza Healthcare and Hospitals. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…

NEOB (2024-03-28). President Ramaphosa congratulates Senegal President-Elect. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa congratulates Senegal President-Elect | President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Senegal’s President-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, following that country’s recent elections. | Faye won at least 54% of the vote in Senegal’s presidential elections. | “The Senegalese people have [lit] a beacon which will usher in a new hope in the journey of rebuilding Africa by opting for a peaceful change of government as opposed to violence,” President Ramaphosa said. | A statement released by the Presidency reflected on the close relations enjoyed by South Africa and its West African counterpart. | “South…

Rhoda Wilson (2024-03-28). Under the guise of biodiversity, they want to genetically manipulate all living things. expose-news.com Last week, a paper was published which describes that scientists have developed a new method to “create” artificial human chromosomes. The hope is that this will revolutionise gene therapy and other biotechnology …

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Australian Greens MPs, unionists sign on to demand Russian anti-war activist Boris Kagarlitsky's freedom. greenleft.org.au

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Will Corrective Work Orders be more effective if done as a family? channelnewsasia.com While Corrective Work Order (CWO) is a punishment, it may not act as a deterrent, one expert told CNA podcast Heart of The Matter.

Jane Salmon (2024-03-28). Refugee delegation visits Canberra to end decade of uncertainty. independentaustralia.net

Dr. Paul Craig Roberts (2024-03-28). Washington Crossed a Fatal Red Line with the Crocus Attack. globalresearch.ca

sloiselier (2024-03-28). DR Congo: More than 44,000 people receive emergency food aid as violence in eastern provinces intensifies. icrc.org As humanitarian needs continue to grow at an alarming rate, the resources available to respond to the crisis are in danger of running out very quickly.The escalation in fighting between the armed forces of the DRC and the March 23 Movement (M23) in the southern part of North Kivu province is driving increasing numbers of civilians from their homes, many of them multiple times. While most of the displaced find refuge with host families, large numbers continue to stream into displacement sites.The camps around Goma cannot absorb everyone, so many families are settling in makeshift sites, where they are exposed to w…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Severing of Sino-Dutch supply chains opposed. ecns.cn China and the Netherlands highlighted their shared commitment to opposing the severing of industrial and supply chains as President Xi Jinping hosted visiting Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte in Beijing on Wednesday.

The Independent (2024-03-28). Senegal elects 44 year old Diomaye Faye as President. independent.co.ug DAKAR, SENEGAL | Xinhua | Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the candidate of the opposition coalition “Diomaye President,” has won Senegal’s presidential election, according to results released Wednesday by the country’s National Vote Counting Commission. Faye secured a total of 2,434,751 votes, constituting 54.28 percent of the total votes cast, said Amady Diouf, the commission’s president, during …

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). The Climate Conversations Podcast: Singapore’s fight to protect the endangered straw-headed bulbul. channelnewsasia.com The beautiful song of the straw-headed bulbul makes them a prime target for poachers in the region.

| Our Correspondent | (2024-03-28). Karachi Airport grapples with flight cancellations. tribune.com.pk The Karachi Airport witnessed a flurry of flight cancellations on Wednesday as dwindling passenger numbers continue to plague the aviation sector. | Sources within the industry revealed that more than a dozen flights from various airlines scheduled to depart from Karachi Airport were axed. | The ongoing trend of decreased passenger loads has been exacerbated by the observance of Ramazan. | Among the affected flights were two international routes. Pakistan International Airlines’ (PIA) PK-330 bound for Multan, AirSial’s PF-121 destined for Lahore, Air Blue’s PA 200 headed to Islamabad, and Serene Air’s flight t…

WSWS (2024-03-28). Pro-Palestinian sit-in forcibly removed by Vanderbilt University police, reporter arrested. wsws.org Vanderbilt University students who organized a sit-in at the office of the chancellor to protest the administration’s suppression of pro-Palestinian voices on campus were forcibly removed on Wednesday and given interim suspensions.

ICRC (2024-03-28). Qatar supports ICRC operations in South Sudan. icrc.org

Earth Day Santa Cruz (2024-03-28). Saturday 4/20: Santa Cruz Earth Day Event. indybay.org Cooper St, Pacific Ave, and Abbott Square, Downtown Santa Cruz…

The Independent (2024-03-28). IGP Katsigazi: Police officers deserting over loans. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Acting Inspector General of Police, Maj Gen Tumusiime Katsigazi, has some police officers deserted the force because of loans. Katsigazi, who assumed IGP roles on March 4, after his boss Martin Ochola’s contract expired said loan-related desertions are emanating from borrowing by impulse. Katsigazi was speaking on Wednesday while …

Angela (2024-03-28). Monday 4/8: Virtual Community Hour: The Missing Peace. indybay.org

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). French company Valeo to use more Google Cloud AI tools. channelnewsasia.com

Angela (2024-03-28). Tuesday 4/2: Phone Bank for Listen to Wisconsin. indybay.org

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). New China-Thailand pact set to bear fruit. ecns.cn China and Thailand signed a memorandum of understanding last week before the start of the annual durian harvest season, to jointly promote tropical fruit exports and guarantee their prices for the benefit of Thai farmers.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Fujifilm Instax mini Evo: Why this hybrid instant camera offers users the best of both worlds. channelnewsasia.com The Fujifilm Instax mini Evo is an instant camera, portable printer and digital camera rolled into one fun, user-friendly product. What’s not to like? | This article contains affiliate links. If you buy through these links, we may earn a small commission.

Klaas Woldring (2024-03-28). Two-party system draws democratic disadvantage. independentaustralia.net

| Irshad Ansari | (2024-03-28). Utilize power plants fully, IMF advises. tribune.com.pk The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has proposed measures to lower the power tariff for various consumer categories, suggesting an enhancement of the energy mix and a reduction in capacity charges by fully utilizing new power plants. | Sources within the Ministry of Finance revealed that the IMF has advised the government to operate new power plants at their maximum capacity to address the country’s energy requirements effectively. | Consumers currently bear an annual burden of around Rs2 trillion due to capacity charges resulting from the underutilization of new power plants. | The IMF underscores the neces…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). S Korea market watchdog vows to further develop corporate reform plan. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Has Chanel cracked the code to anti-ageing? What exactly is the science of senescence? channelnewsasia.com In the beauty industry’s never-ending pursuit of youth, Chanel has zeroed in on the study of senescence. What is senescence and how does it fight skin ageing? | In partnership with Chanel.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). U.S. bears a lot of responsibility for deglobalization trend: former Secretary of Commerce. ecns.cn The U.S. has a lot of responsibility for the deglobalization trend, said former U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez on Tuesday at the 2024 Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference, which is ongoing in Boao of South China’s Hainan Province.

| (2024-03-28). Eva Mendes shares insights into parenting with Ryan Gosling. tribune.com.pk Eva Mendes has offered a glimpse into her private life with Ryan Gosling, shedding light on their unique parenting approach. | During an interview with the Today show, the actress discussed the couple’s decision for her to be a stay-at-home mother to their daughters, Esmeralda, 9, and Amada, 7. | Courtesy: Hollywood Life | Mendes described this arrangement as a “non-verbal agreement,” emphasizing that while Gosling continued to excel in his acting career, she shifted her focus to home, stating, “It was almost just like a non-verbal agreement that it was like, ‘Ok, he’s going to work and I’m going to work, I’m…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Culture Fact: Things you must know about Nauru. ecns.cn

Global Research News (2024-03-28). This Month’s (March) Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Xi calls for more China-U.S. exchanges. ecns.cn The Chinese economy is healthy and sustainable, and China will consistently improve its business environment to provide broader development space for enterprises from various countries, including the United States.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Automakers face 'daunting' task to meet 2032 EV rules, industry says. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Australia’s move on nuclear submarines raises concern. ecns.cn Australia has committed to collaborating with the United States and the United Kingdom to advance the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines, a move experts predicted would escalate domestic opposition and heighten regional tensions.

The Salafi Centre of Manchester (2024-03-28). A visit to Shaikh Mustapha Mabram. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah [The Exalted] says: ŸÅŸéÿßÿ≥Ÿíÿ£ŸéŸÑŸèŸàÿß ÿ£ŸéŸáŸíŸÑŸé ÿߟÑÿ∞ŸëŸêŸÉŸíÿ±Ÿê ÿ•ŸêŸÜ ŸÉŸèŸÜÿ™ŸèŸÖŸí ŸÑŸéÿß &yum…

| Fiaz Mahmood | (2024-03-28). Cipher case trial termed ‘unfair’. tribune.com.pk PTI founding chairman Imran Khan’s counsel Barrister Salman Safdar on Wednesday contended before the Islamabad High Court that registering the cipher case only against his client was an ‘act of retaliation’ as others had not returned the copies of the diplomatic cable until it was filed. | A division bench of the IHC, comprising its Chief Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, heard Imran as well as PTI vice chairman and former foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s appeals against their conviction in the case. | During the hearing, Safdar maintained that the requirements of a fair trial u…

albawaba (2024-03-28). How to Start a Boutique Business in 8 Steps. albawaba.com Starting your online boutique business can be a great idea! You can easily get good revenue and save the money you will pay for an actual store. | E-commerce is the most convenient trend recently as you can start your online store and manage it from your home. | If you are planning to start your own online business, in this article we will share 8 steps to help know how to start a boutique business. | With the many e-commerce platforms nowadays, it is easier than ever to start your own business and generate good income! | Check the below 8 steps you need to follow to know how to start a boutique business: | 1. Ch…

reenvia Red Latina sin fronteras (2024-03-28). Puelmapu, Furilofche: Piuke-Corazón, centro del mundo nuevo. indybay.org Furilofche (Bariloche, Rio Negro, Argentina) | Puelmapu II. Piuke-Corazón, centro del mundo nuevo | Raúl Zibechi…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Amazon's senior employees may not get a cash pay raise this year. channelnewsasia.com

| Our Correspondent | (2024-03-28). PHC orders swearing in of newly-notified K-P lawmakers. tribune.com.pk The Peshawar High Court (PHC) ordered on Wednesday for administering oath to the newly-notified members of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) assembly on the reserved seats for women and non-Muslims, belonging to the opposition parties. | A two-member division bench, comprising Justice SM Atiq Shah and Justice Shakeel Ahmed, allowed the petition filed by the newly-notified lawmakers from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F). | Earlier, the bench heard the arguments from both sides. The petitioners contended that the provincial assembly s…

| JEHANZEB ABBASI | (2024-03-28). SC stops FIA from arresting journalists. tribune.com.pk

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Palestinian protesters stop ZIM ship, 17 arrested. greenleft.org.au

Peter Bach (2024-03-28). Letter from London: Mind the Gap. counterpunch.org Two hundred meters away from where we rent here in London, two workmen were fitting a brand new window to a large residential property. The building had many windows. It gleamed like a palace of glass. The glass glinted diamond-like as the angle of this one window was readjusted. You wouldn’t think we had a

Lorenzo Feltrin (2024-03-28). Working-Class Environmentalism and Climate Justice: The Challenge of Convergence Today. socialistproject.ca On 9 July 2021, Melrose Industries announced the closure of its GKN Driveline (ex-FIAT) factory of car axles in Campi di Bisenzio, Florence, and the layoff of its workers (more than 400). While in many such cases the workers and unions settle for negotiating enhanced redundancy benefits, the

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Russian delegation visits Pyongyang to discuss cooperation against spying, KCNA says. channelnewsasia.com

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). David McBride: ABC Four Corners program a ‘hit job’. greenleft.org.au

Patrick Mazza (2024-03-28). A World Going in the Wrong Direction. counterpunch.org The converging crises facing our world today shout out the fact that their roots are systemic. Tinkering around the edges won’t solve these problems, because they are embedded in the systems logic itself. The climate crisis is the signature of this. While definite progress has been made in deploying low-carbon energy technologies, overall carbon pollution has continued to increase because of the systemic economic and political assumptions under which dominant institutions operate.

albawaba (2024-03-28). First Saudi woman to participate in Miss Universe. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Saudi model, Rumy Al-Qahtani, has made headlines by announcing her participation in the upcoming Miss Universe International 2024 competition, marking a big milestone as the first Saudi woman to enter the pageant, scheduled to take place in Mexico this September.Expressing her excitement on social media platforms, Al-Qahtani stated, “I am honored to represent the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Miss Universe International 2024 competition. This marks our country’s inaugural participation in the Miss Universe contest.”Instagram (rumy_alqahtani)At 29 years old, Al-Qahtani has an impressive resume of inter…

Angela (2024-03-28). Wednesday 4/10: Webinar: Countering AIPAC. indybay.org

Regeneración (2024-03-28). Wednesday 4/3: Climate of Hope: Building Climate Resilient Communities. indybay.org Ecology Action, 877 Cedar St. Suite 240, Santa Cruz…

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Victorian nurses reject gov’t enterprise offer. greenleft.org.au

Sam Froiland (2024-03-28). Graduate student library workers fight for those who will come after them in Illinois. liberationnews.org At the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, graduate students work in the library system teaching research skills to undergraduates, maintaining archives and staffing information desks.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Oil prices advance as investors reassess US inventories data. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Commentary: In the happiness debate, sometimes the middle ground is where life feels fullest. channelnewsasia.com As Singapore clinches the title of the happiest nation in Asia for the second year running, some have questioned the true state of happiness among its residents. Tan Chin Hock, author and founder of Holdinghands Studio, weighs in on what it takes to be truly happy.

albawaba (2024-03-28). How to Open an Online Store in Simple Steps. albawaba.com E-commerce is the most convenient trend recently as you can start your online store and manage it from your home. | Whether you want to sell handmade products or unique items, in this article we will share easy steps to help know how to open an online store. | With the many e-commerce platforms nowadays, it is easier than ever to start your own business and generate good income! | Check the below 8 steps you need to follow to know how to open an online store in simple ways: | 1. Choose Your Audience. | 2. Create Your Own Market Analyses. | 3. Create Your Own Brand Identity. | 4. Focus on Quality. | 5. Create Prod…

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). Racism behind go-stop-partly-go visas for Gazans. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). U.S. puts new hurdles for Chinese cars. ecns.cn The White House’s efforts to investigate China-made connected cars is “one additional pathway to make it even harder” for Chinese electric vehicles to access the U.S. market, experts say.

Adriaan Alsema (2024-03-28). Colombia expels Argentina’s ambassador and embassy staff. colombiareports.com Colombia’s Foreign Ministry ordered the expulsion of Argentina’s ambassador after his president, Javier Milei called his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, a “terrorist assassin.” Ambassador Gustavo Dzugala and his staff will…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Corgi could become ‘short legs’ of the law. ecns.cn Fu Zai, a six-month-old corgi being trained to become the first of his breed to work as a police dog in China, made his maiden public appearance recently at the open day of a police camp in Weifang, Shandong province.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Snake Eyes star Henry Golding hints at 'grand plans' for GI Joe franchise. channelnewsasia.com Golding starred in the 2021 action-adventure movie, Snake Eyes.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). Freeport warns copper export ban could cost Indonesia $2 billion in lost revenue. channelnewsasia.com

Melissa Garriga (2024-03-28). CODEPINK Organizer Booked on Felony Charges of Vandalism of Pelosi’s Home. indybay.org Instead of practicing the democracy that Pelosi preaches; she instead ignores the calls for peace from the majority of her constituents and is abusing her power to have them arrested for using non-violent measures to get her attention.

Dr. William Makis (2024-03-28). COVID mRNA Vaccine Injury: New Migraines Are a Dangerous Sign. globalresearch.ca

| Naeem Asghar | (2024-03-28). World Bank releases first tranche of loan for PMD upgrade. tribune.com.pk The World Bank has released the first tranche of its $50 million loan for the restructuring and upgradation of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) aimed at enabling the department to cater to the training needs of its counterparts in the region. | The project titled ‘Modernization of Hydromet Services of PMD in Pakistan’ will use the World bank loan to digitise the department, and upgrade its observatories from the current manual network to automatic system. | Under the project, according to sources, 300 automatic weather stations and five bigger radars will be installed in the country. Besides for th…

Alexis Sterling (2024-03-28). Pentagon’s AI dilemma and the call to ban ‘killer robots’. nationofchange.org This collective of advocacy organizations has issued a clarion call for ethical clarity, urging Pentagon officials to unequivocally state their stance against the development and deployment of autonomous weapons systems.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). China's Xiaomi to enter cut-throat EV market for the first time. channelnewsasia.com

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Saudi Arabia launches project to preserve legacy of Arab poets. tvbrics.com The country’s authorities have called for the labelling of places associated with prominent writers…

Editor (2024-03-28). U.S. out of Niger! workers.org Imperialist arrogance knows no bounds. In July 2023, a coup in Niger brought an anti-imperialist government to power. The government expelled the troops of the former colonial power, France, following the earlier examples of neighboring Mali and Burkina Faso. The United States suspended aid to the Nigerien government, supposedly a . . . |

David Donovan (2024-03-28). The spirits of Australia: Land of mystery. independentaustralia.net

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Spicy hotpot gains attention in Taiwan island, shows shared culture and cuisine. ecns.cn The spicy hotpot, or malatang, in Tianshui, a latest hit delicacy craze in the Chinese mainland, is gaining attention in the island of Taiwan, which represents a cultural bond and cuisine between the two sides of the Taiwan Straits.

Ron Jacobs (2024-03-28). Twenty Seven Outs in 2024. counterpunch.org I’m pretty certain many people reading this sentence don’t give a shit about Major League Baseball, much less professional sports in general. Their reasons might include one, two or all of the following. Players get paid too much. It’s a racist institution. It’s bread and circuses for the proles in a world going to hell.

Patricia Harrity (2024-03-28). Australia is One Step Closer to WEF Tyranny as Digital ID Bill Passed in Parliament. expose-news.com The WEF 2030 Agenda has accelerated in Australia as the people witnessed tyranny in action yesterday as the Albanese government passed the comprehensive Digital ID bill after being rushed through parliament without …

NEO (2024-03-28). X marks the spot. sanews.gov.za X marks the spot | With the clock inching closer to Voting Day when citizens will mark their X next to the name of their preferred candidate in the 2024 general elections, it is important that we all go into the various voting booths across the country armed with all the relevant information to make an informed choice, writes Neo Semono. | The 2024 National and Provincial Elections coincide with the 30 years of freedom and democracy celebrations that the country is observing this year. | Young and old registered voters will make their mark in South Africa’s seventh democratic elections on 29 May after which the s…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Spicy hotpot gains attention in Taiwan island, shows shared culture and cuisine. ecns.cn The spicy hotpot, or malatang, in Tianshui, a latest hit delicacy craze in the Chinese mainland, is gaining attention in the island of Taiwan, which represents a cultural bond and cuisine between the two sides of the Taiwan Straits.

albawaba (2024-03-28). Visa, MasterCard new $30b settlement could actually cost you money. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – After nearly two decades in court litigation, the two major credit card providers, Visa and Mastercard, have struck a deal with retailers and merchants to decrease interchange costs, in a $30 billion settlement of a class action lawsuit.Whenever a customer buys with one of their credit cards, Visa or Mastercard charges a swipe fee, also known as an interchange cost, to complete the transaction, which it then splits with the banking institution who issued the card. Retailers pass such costs on to consumers by raising prices, thus why some discounts may be granted to those buying with cash.Retailers have…

The Independent (2024-03-28). No Easter for Nakaseke teachers who sat kids’ exam as they await results. independent.co.ug Nakaseke, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | There will be no celebration over the Easter weekend in the hearts of the Nakaseke teachers who were made to sit the children’s exams to see if they are still fit to hold their jobs, as they will still be anxiously waiting for the results of their performance. The Nakaseke …

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Egypt’s draft budget for fiscal year 2024/25 contains ambitious economic targets: GDP growth of 4 per cent. tvbrics.com The draft budget provides a glimpse of Egypt’s economic plan for next year…

Rhoda Wilson (2024-03-28). Scotland’s April Fools’ Day “Hate Crime” bill risks undermining the fundamental principle of innocent until proven guilty. expose-news.com Scotland’s Hate Crime and Public Disorder (Scotland) Act takes full effect on Monday, 1 April 2024 — April Fools’ Day. Even before the Act even comes into force the police are facing …

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Students participating in Brazilian Pe-de-Meia programme to receive first instalment of a financial incentive scholarship. tvbrics.com The programme is open to students between 14 and 24 years of age…

Malik Miah (2024-03-28). United States: Push back against policing reforms in San Francisco. greenleft.org.au In the March 5 primary elections in San Franciso, a city long hated by conservatives for its liberal and progressive image, voters adopted two propositions (E and F) to increase police powers. Both passed by large margins, reports Malik Miah.

Binoy Kampmark (2024-03-28). Distinctions Without Difference: The Security Council on Gaza Passes. counterpunch.org The UN Security Council presents one of the great contradictions of power in the international system. On the one hand vested with enormous latitude in order to preserve international peace and security, it remains checked, limited and, it can be argued, crippled by an all too regular use of the veto by members of the

concernedcitizen (2024-03-28). Wednesday 3/27: Environmental Justice for HP Shipyard Community Budget Mtg at City Hall. indybay.org 1 Carlton B Goodlett Pl, San Francisco, CA 94102-9991 | (City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250)…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Xi meets U.S. guests. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with representatives from American business, strategic and academic communities at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 27, 2024.

WSWS (2024-03-28). Joan Baez: I Am a Noise—A documentary about the American folk singer. wsws.org I Am a Noise sheds relatively little light on Baez’s artistic and social development, and what light it sheds on her inner life seems distorted.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Foreign institutions step up presence in China amid continued opening-up. ecns.cn Global leading financial institutions,including Neuberger Berman and Fidelity International, have announced moves to increase their registered capital or set up branches in China recently.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). China’s home-grown C929 widebody passenger jet enters 'crucial' development stage amid Beijing’s aviation push. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Experts, execs stress responsible AI. ecns.cn No country, including the United States, can single-handedly lead the future development of artificial intelligence, and only global cooperation can ensure that AI will remain safe and beneficial for all.

Faculty for Justice in Palestine UCSC (2024-03-28). Monday 4/8: Detours: A Decolonial Guide to Palestine. indybay.org Humanities RM 210, UC Santa Cruz…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China launches major scientific and technological projects in ecology and environment. ecns.cn China has continued to launch a series of major scientific and technological projects and initiatives, including drones, big data, cloud computing, and the internet of things, in the ecological and environmental field.

The Independent (2024-03-28). EU skills African scientists in geo-science and mapping to build continent’s capacity. independent.co.ug Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Twenty-five geo-scientists from eleven African countries have been trained in geo-scientific survey techniques and mapping in order to strengthen their countries’ capacity to locate and exploit mineral wealth. The four-week training was conducted in Entebbe and Kabale, with the Uganda Geological Survey Department and experts from Czek Republic facilitating. The …

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Shanghai Port remains world’s busiest with record throughput in 2023. ecns.cn Shanghai Port remained the world’s busiest container port for the 14th consecutive year in 2023, totaling 49.158 million TEUs, according to a press conference in Shanghai on Thursday.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Insights | Bilateral technological cooperation holds high hope as China’s development inspires Brazil. ecns.cn

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Young giant panda Qing Ci dies from rare intestinal disorder. ecns.cn Giant panda Qing Ci died on March 23 due to a rare complication of intestinal intussusception, the China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda said on Wednesday.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). China decides to remove tariffs on Australian wine, starting from Friday. ecns.cn China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announced on Thursday a decision to cancel anti-dumping and anti-subsidy tariffs levied on Australian wine, effective from Friday.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). What would Japanese intervention to boost a weak yen look like? channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Insights‰∏®Daryl Guppy: Boao Forum for Asia signals China’s robust and developing economy. ecns.cn

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Indian Minister of Foreign Affairs Jaishankar holds a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Bin Ibrahim. tvbrics.com The officials discussed a range of bilateral issues…

albawaba (2024-03-28). Baltimore bridge collapse: two bodies recovered during search for victims. albawaba.com

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-28). First Nations peoples tell of their resistance to fossil fuel corporations. greenleft.org.au

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Australia’s move on nuclear submarines raises concern. ecns.cn Australia has committed to collaborating with the United States and the United Kingdom to advance the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines, a move experts predicted would escalate domestic opposition and heighten regional tensions.

Abul Rizvi (2024-03-28). How international education will be affected by net migration target. independentaustralia.net

Karsten Riise (2024-03-28). Humanoid Robots Are Here! Add Artificial Intelligence and They Resemble Us. globalresearch.ca

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). BOJ board divided on economy's strength upon stimulus exit, March summary shows. channelnewsasia.com

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Zimbabwe aspires to join BRICS New Development Bank. tvbrics.com The African state intends to embark on a path of sustainable economic growth…

David Sirota (2024-03-28). SIROTA’S SIGNALS: This Graph Explains The Discontent. levernews.com What data point illustrates why so many Americans are unhappy with the economy? Who is hiring lobbyists to fight attempts to stop tech giants from preying on your kids? How did Big Ag use academia to avoid climate accountability? Which government agency may help you comparison shop for lower-interest credit cards? Which nonprofit health care system secretly become a predatory debt collector? Why should your lungs celebrate a new federal rule?The answers to these questions and much more can be found below in today’s edition of Sirota’s Signals, a weekly dose of must-read stories, missed nuggets, and fun-but-worth…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). More Southeast Asians trust Chinese firms. ecns.cn Chinese enterprises have been gaining more trust from people in Southeast Asian countries over the past decade thanks to the popularity of many high-quality Chinese products in the region.

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Chinese Vice Minister of Commerce Guo Tingting: we will continue to build Invest in China brand. tvbrics.com He said this at the China Development Forum in Beijing…

albawaba (2024-03-28). ISIS warns to ‘kidnap women, children, and kill all Russians’ in new alleged video. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Days after the deadly shooting in Russia during which at least 137 people were killed, a new video resurfaced online allegedly showing ISIS members threatening more attacks on Russia.The alleged video was shared by multiple accounts on X (formerly Twitter), during which a group of people claimed to be ISIS members were said to threatening to “kidnap women, children, and kill all Russians.”The video has been taken off from X, but before being removed many shared it and claimed it is a direct threat by ISIS members to the Russian people after the Moscow City Hall attack.Allegedly ISIS has released a vide…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Experts, execs stress responsible AI. ecns.cn No country, including the United States, can single-handedly lead the future development of artificial intelligence, and only global cooperation can ensure that AI will remain safe and beneficial for all.

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Ethiopian officials discuss development of infrastructure projects. tvbrics.com The country plans to achieve middle-income status by 2030…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Chinese companies set new digging record in tunnelling projects in Nepal. ecns.cn Efforts are being made in the building of long tunnels in the Himalayan region, with Chinese companies setting a record by digging 1,503.3 meters of tunnel in a month at the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Project in Sindhuli, Nepal.

WSWS (2024-03-28). UPS outlines plans to close at least 200 facilities. wsws.org Portending a jobs bloodbath, UPS CEO Carol Tomé confirmed the company would be automating “everything.”

albawaba (2024-03-28). How to Sell Online and Make Money: 8 Ways! albawaba.com Having your online business can be total fun. You can generate good income by starting your very own business from home or anywhere! | You can sell a product or service and plan everything as you wish. In this article, we will help you understand and plan how to sell online and make money. | With the many e-commerce platforms nowadays, it is easier than ever to start your own business and generate good income! | Check the below 8 steps you need to follow to know how to sell online and make money: : | 1. Choose Your Audience. | 2. Create Your Own Market Analyses. | 3. Create Your Own Brand Identity. | 4. Fo…

albawaba (2024-03-28). The AI startup and OpenAI competitor Amazon just poured $4B into, Anthropic. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Amazon has announced on Wednesday its plans to pour $2.75 billion more into Anthropic, a startup AI company that rose to compete with industry giants like OpenAI since it was founded 3 years ago, making its total investments in the new firm top at $4 billion so far.”We have a notable history with Anthropic, together helping organizations of all sizes around the world to deploy advanced generative artificial intelligence applications across their organizations,” said Dr. Swami Sivasubramanian, vice president of Data and AI at Amazon Web Services, in a press statement.According to Amazon’s statemen…

Mat Ward (2024-03-28). 10 new albums that resist the police state. greenleft.org.au Mat Ward looks back at March's political news and the best new music that related to it.

Palestine Solidarity Central Coast (2024-03-28). Saturday 3/30: BDS March for a Free Palestine. indybay.org Downtown Santa Cruz. We will be releasing exact location details on morning of Friday 3/29 at www.instagram.com/palestinesolidarity.cc….

themoscowtimes (2024-03-28). Russia’s Buryatia Scraps Mayoral Elections in Capital City. themoscowtimes.com Instead of being elected in direct municipal elections, the mayor of Ulan-Ude will now be selected by a local council.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). PBOC head calls for IMF quota reform. ecns.cn The PBOC currently has bilateral local currency swap agreements with the central banks or monetary authorities of 29 countries and regions, with a total swap scale of more than 4 trillion yuan ($553.4 billion), Pan said.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). U.S.-based fund to up investment, client focus. ecns.cn U.S.-based global investment firm Wellington Management will expand its investment and client coverage in China, a senior executive said, betting on the numerous opportunities in the Chinese market.

| Qaiser Sherazi | (2024-03-28). Alleged May 9 rioters get relief in Rawalpindi. tribune.com.pk The PTI received further relief on Wednesday as trial courts in Rawalpindi granted bail to 19 more individuals who were arrested in the garrison city for allegedly vandalizing state and military properties following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on May 9, 2023. | The trial courts granted bail to these 19 individuals, who had been detained in Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail for around 10 months, upon submission of surety bonds of Rs. 50,000 each and ordered their immediate release. | Interestingly, all individuals booked in Rawalpindi after the May 9 incidents have now been released except for eight P…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Micron Tech cements bond with China. ecns.cn U.S. memory chipmaker Micron Technology will strengthen cooperation with local supplier ecosystem in China, as it aims to maintain a big part of its global business in the world’s second-largest economy despite challenges, company executives said.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Chinese mainland warns against Taiwan military’s provocations. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland is closely monitoring the movements of the Taiwan military around Kinmen, an island administered by Taiwan and close to the mainland coast, a mainland spokesman said on Wednesday.

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Russian student develops app that warns of bumps on roads. tvbrics.com The project is aimed at ensuring the safety of motorists…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Soccer a newly approved sports major. ecns.cn Higher education institutions in China are being encouraged to establish soccer as a new undergraduate major this year to strengthen the country’s physical education, the Ministry of Education said recently.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). 2024 New York International Auto Show kicks off. ecns.cn The press day of the 2024 New York International Auto Show kicked off on Wednesday. The event will open to the public from March 29 through April 7.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Nations to enhance BRI ties. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and visiting Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena spoke highly of the Port City Colombo and Hambantota Port projects in Sri Lanka.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-28). New US sanctions target North Korean military finances. channelnewsasia.com

EDWIN (2024-03-28). KZN man sentenced to four life terms for murdering family members. sanews.gov.za KZN man sentenced to four life terms for murdering family members | A police investigation has secured four terms of life imprisonment for 35-year-old Nthutuko Mthethwa for the murder of three Mkhize family members at their home in Umntilombo, Eshowe, in April 2023. | The Mtunzini High Court found him guilty of the murders of three family members. | On the evening of 12 April 2023, the Mkhize family was attacked by two armed suspects who shot at six family members. | Three people were pronounced dead at the scene while the other three were taken to hospital for medical attention. | An investigation led the police…

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Young giant panda Qing Ci dies from rare intestinal disorder. ecns.cn Giant panda Qing Ci died on March 23 due to a rare complication of intestinal intussusception, the China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda said on Wednesday.

img.piri.net (2024-03-28). Dezenformasyonla Màºcadele Merkezi IMF ile ilgili iddialarƒ± yalanladƒ±: Türkiye’nin herhangi bir kredi anla≈ümasƒ± yapmasƒ± sà∂z konusu deƒüil. img.piri.net Türkiye, son kalan borcunu, Mayƒ±s 2013’te yapƒ±lan son taksit à∂denmesinin sonrasƒ±nda tamamen kapatarak Uluslararasƒ± Para Fonu’ndan (IMF) kredi alƒ±mƒ±nƒ± sona erdirdi. | Yerel seàßim sàºrecinde bazƒ± basƒ±n yayƒ±n organlarƒ±nda “Hàºkàºmet IMF ile anla≈ütƒ±, seàßimden sonra ortaya à߃±kacak” ≈üeklinde iddialarƒ±n yer almasƒ± nedeniyle Dezenformasyonla Màºcadele Mer…

Ana Luisa Brown (2024-03-28). Cuban research center to dedicate publication to Venezuela. plenglish.com Havana, Mar 28 (Prensa Latina) ‘Venezuela: external projection and role in international relations’ will be the main theme of the April-June issue of “Cuadernos de Nuestra América,” a publication from the Cuban Research Center for International Politics (CIPI).

Dr. Gilbert Doctorow (2024-03-28). Bombshell. Who Was Behind the Crocus City Hall Terrorists? Statement by Alexander Bortnikov, Director of Russia’s FSB. globalresearch.ca

The Exposé (2024-03-28). The Great Reset and World Economic Forum: An In-Depth Look at the Concerns and Criticisms. expose-news.com The COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread economic disruption and social upheaval, prompting calls from the elite for a reevaluation of global systems and structures. One such initiative is the Great Reset, a …

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Liu Cixin’s star rises with Netflix adaptation. ecns.cn Since the first season of the Netflix TV adaptation of Liu Cixin’s Remembrance of Earth’s Past trilogy came out, it has sparked intense discussion in countries including Japan, the United States, France and Germany, where the books have made a lot of fans.

tvbrics (2024-03-28). South African Minister: effective biodiversity economy must be based on the conservation of natural areas. tvbrics.com This was said during the Biodiversity Economy and Investment Indaba…

WSWS (2024-03-28). Sri Lankan parties in sordid manoeuvres over presidential and national election dates. wsws.org Irrespective of which election is held first, and whoever wins, all of Sri Lanka’s capitalist parties and their respective leaders are committed to ruthlessly implementing the IMF demands.

Angela (2024-03-28). Sunday 3/31: Monterey Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Windows on the Bay Park, Del Monte Beach | Monterey, CA…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Soccer a newly approved sports major. ecns.cn Higher education institutions in China are being encouraged to establish soccer as a new undergraduate major this year to strengthen the country’s physical education, the Ministry of Education said recently.

Angela (2024-03-28). Thursday 3/28: Reject AIPAC: Campaign Launch National Call. indybay.org

David Swanson (2024-03-28). The EU Can Only Survive as a Peace Project and Not as a NATO Subsidiary. worldbeyondwar.org It is high time for EU leaders to place the interests of European citizens and of human beings in general ahead of those of the weapons industry. #WorldBEYONDWar…

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-03-28). Cuba convenes Int’l Forum on Indigenous Cultures. plenglish.com Havana, Mar 28 (Prensa Latina) The Havana-based Casa de las Americas is convening the 6th International Colloquium of Studies on Native Cultures of the Americas in Cuba, scheduled from October 15 to 18, 2024.

ecns.cn (2024-03-28). Beijing subway acts to help tourists translate. ecns.cn As the number of foreign tourists increased in Beijing recently, and the capital’s subway authorities initiated a pilot program to install multilingual language translation machines in some subways stations.

tvbrics (2024-03-28). Countering Terrorism in BRICS Countries. tvbrics.com We consider the co-operation of alliance states in combating threats to international security…

teleSUR, JCM, MER, SH, JGN, JDO (2024-03-28). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Organizaciones de DD.HH. han realizado varios llamados a un alto al fuego inmediato ante la grave situación que se vive en los territorios palestinos.

teleSUR, dcdc, JCM (2024-03-28). Aumentan a 32.490 los palestinos asesinados por Israel en Gaza. telesurtv.net En las últimas 24 horas, perdieron la vida 76 gazatíes y 102 quedaron heridos, sumándose a una cifra total en la que más del 70 por ciento son mujeres y niños.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Bombas sumergibles para el abasto de agua permitirán ampliar el servicio. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) Un lote de 25 equipos sumergibles para el bombeo de agua beneficiará a clientes que ahora reciben el servicio con baja presión, o que no contaban con el suministro por redes…

teleSUR, JGN (2024-03-28). Reportan motín en cárcel de Guayaquil, Ecuador. telesurtv.net El presidente ecuatoriano Daniel Noboa dio a conocer que en horas de la noche fue retomado el control del Centro de Rehabilitación Social 4.

teleSUR, YSM (2024-03-28). Colombia ordena expulsión de diplomáticos de embajada argentina. telesurtv.net La decisión se tomó tras las declaraciones que contra el presidente Gustavo Petro, realizó a un medio de comunicación extranjero el mandatario de Argentina, Javier Milei.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Por solicitud de la OMS, realizan ensayo clínico sobre la poliomielitis. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) A propósito de investigar el porcentaje de niños que liberan el poliovirus tras ser vacunados, comenzó en las nueve áreas de salud del municipio de Camagàºey un nuevo ensayo clínico sobre la poliomielitis.

teleSUR, odr, YSM (2024-03-28). Denuncian asesinato de un líder en Córdoba, Colombia. telesurtv.net Indepaz manifestó que Efrén Zapata Elorza resultó asesinado con arma de fuego y su cuerpo fue abandonado en el corregimiento Guarumo.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Telegram puede devenir herramienta de terroristas, alerta Rusia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) El portavoz de la presidencia rusa, Dmitri Peskov, sugirió hoy al cofundador y máximo ejecutivo de Telegram, Pavel Durov, mayor cautela para evitar que esta red social termine siendo un instrumento en manos terroristas.

teleSUR, dcdc, JCM (2024-03-28). Condenan a prisión perpetua a exrepresores de dictadura argentina. telesurtv.net El tribunal también ordenó pericias médicas “urgentes” para resolver si revoca la prisión domiciliaria que ostenta la mayoría de los condenados para que cumplan su condena en la cárcel.

teleSUR, odr, YSM (2024-03-28). Siria ratifica su derecho de recuperar el Golán ocupado. telesurtv.net Siria pide a todos los países que no reconozcan ninguna medida adoptada por la potencia ocupante.

teleSUR, JCM (2024-03-28). Corte bloquea entrada en vigor de ley antiinmigrante de Texas. telesurtv.net Corte de apelación mantiene suspensión de ley de Texas que faculta a policías a detener a migrantes.

teleSUR, DRL (2024-03-28). Amenaza de tormentas eléctricas pone en alerta norte de Chile. telesurtv.net El Senapred señaló que mientras haya una tormenta eléctrica es aconsejable permanecer dentro de la vivienda y no salir a menos que sea absolutamente necesario.

teleSUR, DRL (2024-03-28). Provincias argentinas discuten sobre economía con poder central. telesurtv.net Desde su llegada al poder el pasado 10 de diciembre, el Gobierno que preside el ultraliberal Javier Milei ha protagonizado varias polémicas con distintos gobernadores provinciales argentinos.

teleSUR, lvm, YSM (2024-03-28). Gobierno argentino pretende retirar autorización de cooperativas. telesurtv.net Por su parte, la cooperativa Coop CaDe precisó que “las autoridades del Inaes aún no han hecho ninguna comunicación oficial”.

teleSUR, nbb, JGN (2024-03-28). Exigen libertad para detenidos por régimen de excepción en El Salvador. telesurtv.net Madres y familias no conocen cuál es el paradero de sus hijos, de sus familiares, por lo que piden una respuesta por parte de las autoridades.

teleSUR, lvm, YSM (2024-03-28). ONU alerta que 212 escuelas han sufrido impactos en Gaza. telesurtv.net “La elevada tendencia de los ataques contra instalaciones escolares ha empeorado la ya de por sí grave situación humanitaria en Gaza”, refirió la ONU.

teleSUR, JDO (2024-03-28). Piden cárcel para Rubiales imputado por agresión sexual en España. telesurtv.net Luis Rubiales fue acusado de agresión sexual tras besar de modo no consentido a la jugadora Jeni Hermoso, a quien luego coaccionó para que retirara la denuncia.

teleSUR, JGN (2024-03-28). Papa Francisco envía mensaje a los católicos de Tierra Santa. telesurtv.net “Ahora, en vísperas de esta Pascua (…) siento el deseo de escribirles y decirles lo cerca que están de mi corazón”, escribió el Papa.

Workers World Party (2024-03-28). PDF of March 28 issue. workers.org Download the PDF. Palestinian resistance demands: End to genocide—Aid to Gaza now! WW Commentary: Rebuff of U.S. resolution reveals collusion with Israel People’s Townhomes demolition begins Editorials: U.S. out of Niger! Mundo Obrero: El bipartidismo en su mejor (o peor) expresión: La prohibición y la palabrería Download the PDF. More . . . |

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Líderes religiosos piden alto el fuego en Gaza y condenan violencia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) Los patriarcas y jefes de iglesias de Jerusalén renovaron hoy su llamado a un alto el fuego inmediato y sostenible en la Franja de Gaza, bajo ataque israelí desde hace 174 días.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Bolivia da nuevo paso en preselección de postulantes a magistrados. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) De cara a los comicios judiciales en Bolivia, la preselección de postulantes inicia hoy una nueva fase con la presentación de recursos de revisión por parte de quienes se sientan afectados por impugnaciones en su contra.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Hágase la cultura revolucionaria de estos tiempos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) A trabajar en pos de contribuir a una mejor espiritualidad llamó el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, a los directivos presentes en el balance correspondiente a 2023 del Ministerio de Cultura, celebrado este miércoles en el Palacio de la Revolución.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Clásicos del cine cubano renacen restaurados en La Habana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) Uno de los principales atractivos del programa de celebración del aniversario 65 del Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industria Cinematográficos (Icaic) es hoy la proyección de clásicos restaurados de la filmografía nacional.

teleSUR, JDO (2024-03-28). Asedio sionista obliga a cierre de hospital Al Amal, en Gaza. telesurtv.net Los ocupantes israelíes han asediado el nosocomio por más de 40 días, con violentos bombardeos, disparos y lanzamientos de bombas de humo.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Entregan en Cuba Premio Internacional Raquel Revuelta. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) En el Día Mundial del Teatro, la Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba (Uneac) anunció el Premio Internacional Raquel Revuelta, instituido en homenaje a la reconocida actriz del teatro cubano.

teleSUR, DRL (2024-03-28). ALBA-TCP saluda diversidad de candidatos a comicios venezolanos. telesurtv.net La ALBA-TCP reafirmó “su compromiso con la autodeterminación y la soberanía de los pueblos y rechaza cualquier forma de injerencia o imposición en el proceso electoral del 2024”.

teleSUR, JDO (2024-03-28). Presidente francés prosigue visita oficial a Brasil. telesurtv.net Lula y Emmanuel Macron encabezaron la botadura al mar de un submarino construido a través de un programa de cooperación militar binacional…

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Entregan en Cuba premios Caricato en Día Internacional del Teatro. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) Los premios Caricato 2023 se entregaron en la sala Villena de la Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba (Uneac) en saludo al Día Internacional del Teatro.

teleSUR, ats, JGN (2024-03-28). Conozca diez curiosidades sobre el prócer Francisco de Miranda. telesurtv.net Francisco de Miranda participó en la Guerra de Independencia de Estados Unidos, la Revolución francesa y la Guerra de Independencia Hispanoamericana.

teleSUR, nbb, JGN (2024-03-28). Hallan dos cuerpos sin vida tras caída del puente en Baltimore, EE.UU. telesurtv.net Las seis víctimas mortales incluyen a dos mexicanos, dos guatemaltecos, un salvadoreño y un hondureño.

teleSUR, nbb, JGN (2024-03-28). Uruguay supera los 200 casos de dengue. telesurtv.net Actualmente, hay 40 casos probables de dengue, de los cuales 25 tienen antecedentes de viaje y 13 no los tienen.

teleSUR, JDO (2024-03-28). Honduras anuncia envío de misión electoral a Venezuela. telesurtv.net Gobierno ratifica apoyo a procesos electorales libres, justos, independientes y transparentes, además de sin injerencia extranjera.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-28). Cuba prorroga importaciones sin carácter comercial. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 mar (RHC) Cuba decidió prorrogar la importación sin carácter comercial de alimentos, aseo y medicamentos como equipaje acompañado y libre del pago de aranceles.

teleSUR, DRL (2024-03-28). Bombardeo israelí deja tres palestinos muertos en campo de Yenín. telesurtv.net El número de muertos palestinos por el asedio sionista contra la Franja de Gaza desde el 7 de octubre de 2023 se ha disparado ahora a 32.490, confirmaron fuentes médicas.

teleSUR, odr, YSM (2024-03-28). Suben a 143 los muertos por atentado terrorista en Rusia. telesurtv.net La lista se recolectó a las 20H00 (hora local) del 27 de marzo, tomando en cuenta los datos del Ministerio de Salud ruso.

teleSUR, JDO (2024-03-28). México encara mayor cifra de incendios activos durante 2024. telesurtv.net Hasta este martes se hallaban en desarrollo 95 siniestros en 18 estados.

teleSUR, lvm, YSM (2024-03-28). Ecuatorianos son reprimidos en un plantón pacífico contra minería. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes rechazaron la violencia registrada en Palo Quemado.

teleSUR, lvm, YSM (2024-03-28). Incendios consumen 360 hectáreas en áreas silvestres de Costa Rica. telesurtv.net Otro incidente tuvo lugar en la isla Chiras, en Puntarenas.

teleSUR, YSM (2024-03-28). Aumenta desempleo en mercado juvenil español. telesurtv.net La tasa de desempleo entre los jóvenes de hasta 25 años asciende a 28,3 por ciento.

teleSUR, odr, YSM (2024-03-28). Rusia derriba 16 proyectiles ucranianos cerca de Bélgorod. telesurtv.net El intento del régimen de Kiev de lanzar un ataque terrorista contra instalaciones en el territorio ruso se frustró cerca de las 20H30 (hora local).

teleSUR, JDO (2024-03-28). Suspenden rescate de desaparecidos en colapso de puente en EE.UU. telesurtv.net Los dan por muertos luego de tantas horas en el agua helada aunque se trabajará para hallar sus restos.

Collective, CADTM International (2024-03-28). More than 200 civil society organisations demand the suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. cadtm.org

GRAIN (2024-03-28). Food inflation: The math doesn’t add up without factoring in corporate power. cadtm.org

Michael Roberts (2024-03-28). Sri Lanka’s debt trap and the vultures. cadtm.org

CADTM International (2024-03-28). Where is Zinaba? Where are the abducted Burkina Faso activists? cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-28). The World Bank’s support of the dictatorship in Turkey (1980-1983). cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-28). For a Europe of the peoples against the EU fortress of capitalism. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-28). The World Bank and the Philippines. cadtm.org

Pierre Rousset, Sushovan Dhar (2024-03-28). View from India: a retrospective of Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Narenda Modi in late January 2024. cadtm.org Emmanuel Macron visited India on 25 and 26 January. The interview below was prepared for this occasion. However, for reasons largely beyond our control, its finalisation was postponed until now. Better late than never?
| Sushovan Dhar is an Indian political activist and trade unionist. He is a member of the CADTM International network.
| Pierre Rousset — Can we look back at the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to India on 25 and 26 January? On the 26th, he attended the Republic Day (…) | – | /…

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-28). The World Bank and the IMF in Indonesia: an emblematic interference. cadtm.org

Collective (2024-03-28). CSOs and TUs reject cosmetic consultations of IMF. cadtm.org

newarab (2024-03-28). US denies Israeli claims about UNSC ceasefire resolution. newarab.com The US on Tuesday denied Israeli claims the This comes after Hamas announced its rejection of the latest truce plan put forward by mediators from the US, Qatar and Egypt at talks in The group

newarab (2024-03-28). Ireland to join South Africa genocide case against Israel. newarab.com Announcing the move, Foreign Minister

newarab (2024-03-28). UN expert Francesca Albanese stands by Gaza genocide report. newarab.com Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the rights situation in the Palestinian territories, said this week there were reasonable grounds to believe Israel was committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. | Israel, which has long bee…

newarab (2024-03-28). Israel looking to assault Rafah ‘after Eid’: Egyptian source. newarab.com Israel will not launch its anticipated ground invasion of the southern Gaza city of

newarab (2024-03-28). US, UK sanction Gaza Now media channel. newarab.com US and UK authorities unveiled sanctions on Wednesday against two people and three companies related to the popular media channel The Treasury Department said in a statement that Gaza Now, whose popular Telegram channel has more than 1.8 million followers, and its founder Mustafa Ayash, started fundraising for Hamas after the group’s October 7 attack, which Israeli authorities say killed over 1,000 people. | Israel’s military campaign on the same day ha…

newarab (2024-03-28). Ben-Gvir accuses Biden of preferring Hamas’ Sinwar to Israel. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-28). How Israeli settler outposts are surging in the West Bank. newarab.com In the last five months of Israel’s ferocious assault on Gaza, Between October and January,

newarab (2024-03-28). Turkey denies arms exports to Israel amid war on Gaza. newarab.com Online magazine The Cradle mentioned a report from Trading Economics that in January, the country exported almost $319 million in goods to Israel including precious metals, chemicals, insecticides, nuclear reactor parts, gunpowder,…

newarab (2024-03-28). Celebrities urge UK government to end arms export to Israel. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-28). Israel pounds southern Gaza, besieges Al-Shifa for 10th day. newarab.com The In central Gaza, Israeli military said it was continui…

newarab (2024-03-28). UK lawmakers call on government to halt Israel arms sales. newarab.com Over 130 The letter, sent to Foreign Secretary Signatories included Labour MP Zarah Sultana, Stephen Flynn, the head of the Scottish Na…

newarab (2024-03-28). A majority of Americans now oppose Israel’s war on Gaza>. newarab.com A majority of Americans now oppose A Gallup poll released on Wednesday found that 55 percent of Americans now oppose the war, a ten percent increase since the last survey was Only one-third of Americans now support Israe…

newarab (2024-03-28). Gallant tells US to ensure Israel has regional military edge. newarab.com White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan held a second day of talks on Tuesday with Israeli Defence Minister The White House meeting came a day after Israeli Prime Minister

newarab (2024-03-28). UK pro-Palestine group shuts down Israeli-owned arms factory. newarab.com Pro-Palestine activist group Eight activists blockaded all three access points into the Instro Precision weapons factory in Discovery Park Kent, owned by Elbit Systems, the Israeli arms manufacturer. | Founded in 2020,

newarab (2024-03-28). Israel army probes deadly attack on Gaza MSF aid shelter. newarab.com The The incident killed two people and left seven injured, British broadcaster Sky News reported. | The media outlet said the site had been housing 64 people, among them MSF drivers and their relatives.

newarab (2024-03-28). What the 1860 Damascus massacre teaches us about coexistence. newarab.com “Let us finish the Christians, let us exterminate them,” shrieked the mob outside the Damascus Citadel. | Soon after, the Citadel — which housed thousands of The 1860 outbreak of anti-Christian violence was a shocking and shameful episode in Damascus’s history. Centuries of co-existence, tol…

newarab (2024-03-28). Tunisia arrersts Kwongang, ex-head of migrant students group. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-28). Iraq raises car fuel prices, taxes celebrities. newarab.com In a strategic manoeuvre to overhaul fiscal strategies, the

newarab (2024-03-28). This Ramadan keep bloodsoaked politicians out of our mosques. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-28). China, UAE, Turkey raise bank scrutiny over Russia oil deals. newarab.com Payment delays reduce revenue to the Kremlin and make them erratic, allowing Washington to…

newarab (2024-03-28). Beyond bystanderism: Why Palestine is a cause for us all. newarab.com Attempting to pen down this article has become an exercise in perpetual frustration. Each effort to put pen to paper is violently interrupted by a relentless stream of new The ink has barely dried on one atrocity before another one is committed. | As I write this, it has been 173 days of brutality and death visited upon Palestinians in

newarab (2024-03-28). Poor Reviews for Iran’s Theatrical Elections. newarab.com At the start of March polling stations for Iran’s legislative elections opened, and yet, very few Iranians turned up. | It was a record low turnout, with just 40.64 percent of eligible voters casting their ballot. | The low turnout reflected the discontent in the country, and the poor quality of candidates on offer. | This week on The New Arab Voice, we look at the Iranian elections. Why was the turnout so low, and what does it mean for the regime’s legitimacy. How did the Iranian regime seek to control the elections, and how do the different branches help to support the control of the deep state. And also, wh…

newarab (2024-03-28). ‘Dragon Ball’ theme park planned in Saudi Arabia. newarab.com A theme park based on Japan’s “Dragon Ball” manga franchise will be built in The announcement comes two weeks after fans of the massively popular and influential series were shocked by news of the death of its creator Akira Toriyama, aged 68. | The 500,000-square-metre (125-acre) park will allow fans to “live the…

newarab (2024-03-28). Tunisia sentences four to death for murder of Chokri Belaid. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-28). The real price of Egypt’s ‚Ǩ7.4 billion agreement with the EU. newarab.com The EU agreed last week to loan Egypt ‚Ǩ7.4 billion in a The funding pushes Egypt closer to the EU than ever before and gives President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi the incentive to implement even harsher policies towards migrants. | The EU

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Israel deliberately stalling Gaza ceasefire talks: Hamas. presstv.ir A senior member of Hamas says Israel is deliberately stalling the ongoing indirect Gaza ceasefire talks.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Chilean protesters demand Gaza ceasefire, end to Israeli siege. presstv.ir Chileans take to the streets of Santiago, demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the Israeli siege of the territory.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Gaza children go to sleep hungry, they are being ‘wasted’: WFP. presstv.ir The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that famine is imminent in the northern Gaza Strip.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Iran lambastes ‘terrorist Israeli army’s war on Gaza hospitals’. presstv.ir Iran lambastes the Israeli regime’s numerous destructive attacks against healthcare facilities, including hospitals, across the Gaza Strip.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Ireland ‘to intervene’ in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel. presstv.ir Ireland says it is going to “intervene” in a genocide case that was initiated late last year by South Africa against Israel, over the latter’s war on Gaza.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). UN expert: I received threats and asked not to disclose info on Israel’s genocide. presstv.ir Francesca Albanese is the Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in the occupied West Bank and Gaza.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Footage shows Israeli forces killing two unarmed Palestinians in Gaza City. presstv.ir Israeli military forces have killed two unarmed Palestinian men in the northern Gaza Strip, new footage shows.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Majority in US disapprove of Israel’s brutality against Palestinians: Poll. presstv.ir The pollster Gallup says support for Israel’s brutal campaign in Gaza has dropped from 50 percent in November to 36 in March.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Hezbollah targets Israeli barracks in response to deadly Habbariyeh strike. presstv.ir Hezbollah fighters launch dozens of rockets at an Israeli military barracks in response to an earlier air strike that killed seven medical staff in southern Lebanon.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Funeral held for three Palestinians killed during Israeli raid on Jenin. presstv.ir Mourners take part in the funeral procession of three Palestinians killed during an Israeli raid on Jenin in the occupied West Bank.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Jordanian protesters call on govt. to cancel peace treaty with Israel. presstv.ir Jordanians have rallied near the Israeli embassy in Amman, calling on the government to cancel its peace treaty with Israel over the Gaza war.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Seven medical staff killed in Israeli attack on south Lebanon’s emergency center. presstv.ir At least seven rescuers are killed when an Israeli air strike targeted an emergency and relief center in Lebanon’s southern village of Habbariyeh.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Russia: US attempting to hide ‘something’ related to Moscow terrorist attack. presstv.ir The Kremlin says the US is trying to cover up ‘something’ related to the recent massacre at a concert hall in Moscow.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Macron ‘a danger’ to Europe. presstv.ir Italy’s deputy prime minister asserts that French President Emmanuel Macron is ‘a danger’ to Europe for his refusal to rule out the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Russia: US exposed itself, covering up for Ukraine after Moscow carnage. presstv.ir “If Kiev had not actually been involved in the attack, Washington’s first reaction would have been to stress the need for an investigation.”

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Storm leaves widespread damages in various US states. presstv.ir Severe weather has wreaked havoc across parts of the Midwest, with suspected tornadoes touching down in several small towns in Indiana and nearby states on Thursday.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). South Korea’s medical professors submit resignations and join protests. presstv.ir South Korean medical professors submit their resignations en masse to support a trainee doctors’ strike over a government plan to boost medical school admissions.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Thousands of houses underwater as dam leak worsens flooding in Indonesia. presstv.ir

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Iran ‘fully ready’ to cooperate with independent countries to fight terrorism: Ambassador. presstv.ir Iran’s ambassador to Russia condemns the recent deadly terrorist attack in a concert hall on the outskirts of Moscow, expressing the Islamic Republic’s readiness to cooperate with independent countries in the fight against terrorism.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). US, S Korean troops stage wargames days after Pyongyang fires multiple rockets. presstv.ir South Korean and US troops hold joint drills.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Iran proud of supporting Palestine’s cause: Raeisi. presstv.ir Raeisi tells Hamas leader that Iran feels proud for supporting the cause of Palestine.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). ‘I saw most appalling atrocities’: UK surgeon who volunteered in Gaza. presstv.ir Four medical doctors from the US, UK, and France shared their experiences in Gaza at the United Nations.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Storm leaves widespread damage in various US states. presstv.ir Severe weather has wreaked havoc across parts of the Midwest, with suspected tornadoes touching down in several small towns in Indiana and nearby states.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Hard to believe Daesh could’ve launched Moscow attack: Russia. presstv.ir Russia says it is “extremely hard to believe” that Daesh could have staged the recent hugely deadly attack on Moscow concert hall.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Assange to remain jailed, US extradition delayed. presstv.ir To supporters of Julian Assange this is not just about the extradition of one man, but also about the profound consequences that it will have for press freedom in the UK and elsewhere around the world.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Deadly flash floods hit Afghan province of Herat. presstv.ir Flash flooding has swamped the streets of the city of Herat in Afghanistan, killing at least five people and causing widespread damage…

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). UN warns planet ‘on the brink’ after warmest decade on record. presstv.ir Global temperatures “smashed” heat records last year.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Iran renews gas export contract with Iraq: Oil Ministry. presstv.ir Iran signs a 5-year extension on its gas supply deal with Iraq.

presstv.ir (2024-03-28). Belgian farmers clash with police during protests against EU’s policies. presstv.ir Belgian farmers clash with the police amid protest against the European Union’s policies in this area, on the eve of the meeting of the bloc’s agriculture ministers.

Larry Johnson (2024-03-28). USG Can’t Get Its Story Straight on Terrorist Warning to Moscow, While Baltimore Bridge Collapse Seems Apt Metaphor for America. sonar21.com I tried and failed to put together a video today on the circumstantial evidence that the Biden Administration was involved peripherally in failing to prevent the terrorist attack in Moscow while trying to pin the blame exclusively on radical muslims. So I will do it the old fashioned way — type it out on a MAC Book. | Just to recap. The 7 March warning from US Embassy Moscow was initiated in Washington, DC from State Department. Secretary of State Blinken signed off on it. And the nature of the warning shows that it was based on intelligence — i.e., from a human source and/or electronic intercep…

Mnar Adley (2024-03-27). MintPress News: Pushing Back Against Atrocity Propaganda. mintpressnews.com While corporate mainstream media gave Israel the cover to commit genocide in Gaza, MintPress has been at the forefront of challenging atrocity propaganda and naming the names of those who profit from this massacre. For this, we have been targeted financially and algorithmically.

albawaba (2024-03-27). Colombia threatens to sever diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza ceasefire violations. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- In a bold move, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has urged the international community to cut diplomatic relations with Israel if it fails to adhere to the UN Security Council’s ceasefire resolution for Gaza. The call comes after the long-awaited UN resolution aimed at an immediate ceasefire and prisoner exchange in Gaza. Petro emphasized that Colombia would take decisive action if Israel disregards the UN’s directive.However, Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Israel Katz, condemned Petro’s stance, labeling it as support for Hamas and a disgrace to the Colombian people. Katz reiterated Israel’s com…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Commentary: UN Security Council finally called for a Gaza ceasefire, but will it have any effect? channelnewsasia.com With vague terms and little incentive for compliance, the UN resolution is the least worst option to push for a halt to violence in Gaza, says a University of Melbourne researcher.

Qassam Muaddi (2024-03-27). ‘Operation Al-Aqsa Flood’ Day 173: Israel continues attacking Gaza’s hospitals, kills 7 people in Lebanon. mondoweiss.net Following the UN Security Council ceasefire resolution, Israel continued its attacks on Gaza hospitals, killing 76 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, in southern Lebanon, Israel killed 7 Lebanese people during cross-border fighting.

ANDY (2024-03-27). Sunday 3/31: Ceasefire Postcards to Congress Pop-Up. indybay.org Heyma Yemeni Coffee at 1122 University Ave in Berkeley…

Dave DeCamp (2024-03-27). Netanyahu Now Planning to Send Delegation to US for Rafah Talks. news.antiwar.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is now looking to reschedule an Israeli delegation to Washington to discuss Israel’s plans to invade the southern Gaza city of Rafah, which he initially canceled in response to the US not vetoing a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. A US official told The Times …

Angela (2024-03-27). Friday 4/26: San Jose: Peace Vigil – Call for Ceasefire Not More Weapons for Israel or Ukraine! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…

Peoples Dispatch (2024-03-27). Israel continues to bomb Gaza and block aid in defiance of UNSC ceasefire resolution. peoplesdispatch.org Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza continued unabated for the 172nd day. Hours after the United Nations Security Council Previous attempts at the body calling for a ceasefire had been vetoed by the US. On Monday, the US abstained from the vote and the UNSC ceasefire resolution passed unanimously with a 14-0 vote which also called for a massive increase in the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza during the month of Rama…

Orinoco Tribune 2 (2024-03-27). London Court Rules Assange Can Continue To Challenge Extradition to US. orinocotribune.com American prosecutors are seeking to put Assange on trial on espionage charges regarding WikiLeaks’s release of classified documents on the US-led wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. | The High Court of Justice in London ruled in favor of The court, in particular, ruled that: | • Assange will not be extr…

Marjorie Cohn, Truthout. (2024-03-27). Israel Remains Intent On Genocide Despite World Court Orders. popularresistance.org Israel is continuing its genocidal campaign against the Palestinians in Gaza and hindering humanitarian relief efforts despite specific orders from the International Court of Justice (ICJ), or the World Court, to refrain from these very actions. | On January 26, in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel, the ICJ ordered the following provisional measures be taken: | Israel shall prevent the commission of all genocidal acts, especially (a) killing Palestinians in Gaza; (b) causing serious bodily or mental harm to Palestinians in Gaza; (c) deliberately inflicting on Palestinians in Gaza conditions of life calc…

Abubaker Abed (2024-03-27). A Ramadan of heartbreak. electronicintifada.net Israel has destroyed my life.

Nora Barrows-Friedman (2024-03-27). Day 173 roundtable: The battle for al-Shifa Hospital. electronicintifada.net Weekly news roundup (01: 09); Ali Abunimah on the latest collapse of Israel’s “mass rapes” fraud (21: 33); Jon Elmer analyzes Palestinian armed resistance in Gaza and West Bank (01: 00: 03); Discussion with Abdaljawad Omar on Palestinian resistance (01: 49: 14).

Asa Winstanley (2024-03-27). Israeli source of “executed children” lie admits story was untrue. electronicintifada.net ZAKA leader Yossi Landau’s stories wither under scrutiny.

Tamara Nassar (2024-03-27). Nas Daily accepts award from Israel's genocide lobby. electronicintifada.net Nuseir Yassin’s former partner spreads atrocity propaganda.

MEE staff (2024-03-27). Sky News Arabia manager suggests Arabs must choose between Gaza and Abu Dhabi. middleeasteye.net Sky News Arabia manager suggests Arabs must choose between Gaza and Abu Dhabi | ‘On one side there is famine, on the other, investments in AI,’ Nadim Koteich told viewers, as he contrasted Gaza turmoil with prosperity of Saudi Arabia and UAE | | Nadim Koteich, a Lebanese-Emirati national, is the ge…

| Reuters | (2024-03-27). UN expert says Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, calls for arms embargo. tribune.com.pk

Staff (2024-03-27). Headlines for March 27, 2024. democracynow.org Supreme Court Appears Poised to Preserve Access to Abortion Pill Mifepristone, UNICEF: “Paper Thin” Children Dying in Gaza of Malnutrition and Dehydration, U.N. Special Rapporteur Outlines How Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza, Report: 69% of Israeli Arms Imports Come from United States, U.S. State Dept.: We Have Not Found Israel to Be Violating International Law in Gaza, “They Have a Point”: Biden Responds to Pro-Palestinian Protesters, Israeli Airstrike on Lebanese Health Center Kills Seven Paramedics, Six Immigrant Construction Workers Still Missing After Baltimore Bridge Collapse,…

WSWS (2024-03-27). Leipzig Book Fair: A seismograph for the growing opposition to war, genocide, and Germany’s coalition government. wsws.org The presentation of David North’s book Leon Trotsky and the Struggle for Socialism in the 21st Century at this year’s Leipzig Book Fair, as well as the Mehring Verlag stand, received great interest under conditions of heightened political concerns.

Abdullah Shihipar, Dr. Brandon Marshall,, Jacqueline Gold (2024-03-27). We study America’s biggest public health crisis. This is why we speak out against the Gaza genocide. mondoweiss.net By almost every measure, Gaza represents one of the greatest man-made public health catastrophes of our age. As public health professionals, it is our duty to speak out about the genocide in Gaza. Our public health colleagues should do the same.

WSWS (2024-03-27). Canadian imperialism and the Gaza genocide: The contrived, right-wing furor over a cartoon depicting Netanyahu as a vampire. wsws.org The moral outrage over the La Presse cartoon has nothing to do with opposition to antisemitism. Rather, it serves to legitimize Israel’s genocidal policies, intimidate public opinion and sow confusion among workers and young people.

Dave DeCamp (2024-03-27). State Department Smears Author of UN Rights Report Accusing Israel of Genocide as Anti-Semitic. news.antiwar.com The State Department on Wednesday suggested the author of a UN human rights report that says there are “reasonable grounds” to believe Israel is committing genocide is anti-Semitic as a way to dismiss the allegations. The author of the report, Francesca Albanese, UN special rapporteur to the occupied Palestinian territories, presented it to the UN …

Ann Wright (2024-03-27). Christian Preachers in U.S. Senate Show Their Hypocrisy By Voting For Military Aid to Israel to Commit Genocide. covertactionmagazine.com The February 12, 2024, Senate vote on sending another $14 billion to Israel shows the depravity of most of the members of the U.S. Senate. In particular, it showed the hypocrisy of the two Senators who are pastors of Christian denominations as well as the shallowness of the few Senators who called for a cease-fire …

Editor (2024-03-27). Israel Remains Intent on Genocide Despite World Court Orders. scheerpost.com

WSWS (2024-03-27). Palestinian-American journalist files lawsuit against firing by CBS News Detroit for his Gaza reporting. wsws.org Television news reporter Ibrahim Samra has filed a lawsuit against CBS News and its Detroit affiliate WKBD for excluding his reporting and then firing him for objecting to its pro-Israel coverage of the Gaza genocide.

Paul Larudee (2024-03-27). Genocide as a Strategy for Success. dissidentvoice.org The future always surprises us to some degree. But we make plans, anyway, based on our projections, and we adjust them when our predictions are at least partially wrong, which they always are, because they make assumptions based upon things that we take for granted, such as our health and that meteors and tsunamis will …

In Defense of Liberation! (2024-03-27). Difficult Posting During a Genocide. podcasters.spotify.com Explaining why I haven’t posted while updating on situation in West Asia, connecting to trends worldwide and in Turtle Island – re: Militarization, Cop Cities, Hyper-Repression, Inequality, etc.

WSWS (2024-03-27). Declaring latest protest in Toronto antisemitic, Canadian political establishment escalates campaign to squash opposition to Gaza genocide. wsws.org Several hundred people turned out Sunday in Toronto for yet another weekend of protests calling for the Canadian government to stop supporting Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

Dr. Paul Larudee (2024-03-27). Genocide as a Strategy for Success. globalresearch.ca

UN News. (2024-03-27). Rights Expert Finds ‘Reasonable Grounds’ Genocide Is Being Committed. popularresistance.org Francesca Albanese was speaking at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, where she presented her latest report, entitled ‘Anatomy of a Genocide’, during an interactive dialogue with Member States. | “Following nearly six months of unrelenting Israeli assault on occupied Gaza, it is my solemn duty to report on the worst of what humanity is capable of, and to present my findings,” she said. | “There are reasonable grounds to believe that the threshold indicating the commission of the crime of genocide…has been met.”

mforinoco (2024-03-27). West Papua: The Torture Mode Of Governance. orinocotribune.com By Julie Wark — Mar 25, 2024 | It’s got worse just now because Israel’s genocide, ecocide, starv…

Wyatt Reed (2024-03-27). US State Dept’s favorite celebrity chef builds Gaza aid dock with stolen rubble. thegrayzone.com After years of accusing Russia of using food as a weapon in its conflict with Ukraine, State Department “culinary ambassador” José Andrés is working with the Israeli government to supplant UNRWA as the main supplier of aid to northern Gaza. State Department-linked Spanish celebrity chef José Andrés has emerged as the US government’s preferred conduit for aid to enter Gaza, following the Biden administration’s decision to suspend funding to the enclave’s main supplier of food, aid and education, the UNRWA. …

albawaba (2024-03-27). American-British bombing in Yemen’s Sa’dah governorate. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- According to Houthi media reports, there has been an American-British bombing in the Qatainat area of the Baqim District in Sa’dah Governorate, located in northern Yemen. This marks the second raid today following recent escalations in the Red Sea.The airstrikes come after the Houthis announced targeting four ships and two US-UK destroyers over the past 72 hours. Additionally, they claimed to have launched ballistic missiles targeting Israel’s Eilat.In a statement by their military spokesperson, the Houthis reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Gaza, aiming to alleviate the siege and provide aid to…

Maha Hussaini (2024-03-27). War on Gaza: Israeli army forces family to leave 94-year-old grandmother behind. middleeasteye.net War on Gaza: Israeli army forces family to leave 94-year-old grandmother behind | The fate of Palestinian woman Naifa Rizq al-Sawada is currently unknown. Her daughter says she ‘cannot move, eat, or drink alone’ | | The fate of 94-year-old Naifa Rizq al-Sawada is currently unknown (Supp…

Jason Ditz (2024-03-27). Israel Kills Nine More in South Lebanon, Including More Paramedics. news.antiwar.com Fears of a major escalation on the Lebanon border with Israel continued to grow this afternoon, as Israel carried out a new round of deadly attacks against border communities, killing at least nine more people. The first strikes were against the border village of Tair Harfa, killing five. The identities of those killed aren’t certain, …

albawaba (2024-03-27). Two Hezbollah fighters killed in Israeli airstrikes. albawaba.com

midwesternmarx (2024-03-27). The man in whose shadow Netanyahu walks By: Chris Bambery. midwesternmarx.com If there is one leader whom the current Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, follows, it is Ze’ev Jabotinsky, the founder of Revisionist Zionism, which would form the bedrock of Netanyahu’s Likud party.Since 2005, Israel has had a Memorial Day to honour Jabotinsky (29 Tammuz, the day of his death on 4 August 1940, according to the Hebrew calendar). At a 2017 celebration, Netanyahu said: ‘I have Jabotinsky’s works on my shelf, and I read them often.’ He …

Anand Naidoo (2024-03-27). The Heat: Israel-Hamas Conflict. america.cgtn.com

MEE staff (2024-03-27). War on Gaza: State Department official resigns over US support for Israel. middleeasteye.net War on Gaza: State Department official resigns over US support for Israel | Annelle Sheline said US support for Israel’s war on Gaza made it ‘almost impossible’ to advance human rights | | US Secretary of State Antony Blinken talks to reporters in the press briefing room at the State Department’s H…

Staff (2024-03-27). Israel withdraws negotiators from Qatar after Hamas rejects truce deal. muslimmirror.com Tel Aviv : Israel has recalled its negotiating team from Qatar after Hamas rejected its latest offer on a hostage deal and truce, an Israeli official said. The delegation led by the Mossad chief, David Barnea, had been in Doha for eight days. Israel has said that it will not relent to many of the …

Dania Akkad (2024-03-27). UK faces mounting challenges on arms sales to Israel and Unrwa funding. middleeasteye.net UK faces mounting challenges on arms sales to Israel and Unrwa funding | Over 130 parliamentarians call for an immediate suspension of arms sales and a British-Palestinian man threatens legal action over suspended aid | | Palestinians check the rubble of buildings destroyed following overnigh…

Dave DeCamp (2024-03-27). Poll: Majority of Americans Disapprove of Israel’s Military Actions in Gaza. news.antiwar.com

Jason Ditz (2024-03-27). Israel Attacks Lebanon Paramedic Center, Killing Seven. news.antiwar.com In one of the deadliest strikes in the current round of fighting at the Lebanon border, Israel attacked a site in Hebbariye, southern Lebanon, killing at least seven paramedics. The strike destroyed the building in Hebbariye that housed the Islamic Emergency and Relief Corps. The official Israel narrative was, of course, starkly different, reporting that …

Dave DeCamp (2024-03-27). State Department Official Resigns Over Biden’s Support for Gaza Slaughter. news.antiwar.com Annelle Sheline, who served as a foreign affairs officer in the State Department’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, has resigned from her post after a year due to President Biden’s unconditional support for the Israeli slaughter of Palestinians in Gaza. “For the past year, I worked for the office devoted to promoting human …

albawaba (2024-03-27). Israeli raids claim several lives in Naqoura, Lebanon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Amid escalating tensions, Israeli raids in southern Lebanon have resulted in casualties. According to a Lebanese medical source speaking to Al Jazeera, there have been reports of martyrs and wounded individuals following two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Naqoura and Tair Harfa. Al-Mayadeen’s correspondent in the south confirmed at least one fatality and six civilians injured in the Israeli raid on Naqoura. The Israeli military has acknowledged carrying out the airstrikes, targeting both Naqoura and Tair Harfa. Additionally, an Israeli military spokesman stated that the army has approved a training…

Peoples Dispatch (2024-03-27). Israel carries out several attacks inside Lebanon and Syria killing civilians. peoplesdispatch.org An Israeli attack on an emergency response center in Lebanon killed seven people. Another set of strikes on Syria killed several soldiers and an Iranian military adviser…

albawaba (2024-03-27). American raids on Syria claim 8 soldiers in Deir ez-Zor. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- 7 Syrian soldiers and a civilian lost their lives in Deir ez-Zor as a result of American airstrikes conducted at dawn today. Reports from Syrian agencies indicate that the raids targeted various towns, villages, and military sites in the region.Official Syrian media sources confirmed the devastating toll, stating that the American bombing in eastern Syria resulted in the deaths of 7 soldiers and one civilian.Meanwhile, Israeli security sources have corroborated reports of airstrikes targeting Iranian Revolutionary Guard positions in eastern Syria. Skynews Arabia, citing Iranian sources, reported that th…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Hezbollah targets Kiryat Shmona using at least 30 rockets. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – According to Israeli media, Hezbollah fired at least 30 rockets from Southern Lebanon to Kiryat Shmona settlement, where at least 3 people have been injured and one killed.The barrage of rockets comes as Hezbollah vowed to respond to the Israeli attack that killed at least 7 paramedics in a brutal strike on a health center in the southern town of Nabatiyeh.Israel previously targeted the Lebanese town earlier in February, killing seven members of the same family, including a child, according to Lebanon’s official National News Agency.ŸÑÿ≠ÿ∏ÿ© ÿ•ÿ&mi…

Zainab Iqbal (2024-03-27). Candace Owens and the media war Israel has sparked among US conservatives. middleeasteye.net Candace Owens and the media war Israel has sparked among US conservatives | Candace Owens’ departure from The Daily Wire is emblematic of a deep split within conservative pundits on Israel’s conduct during the war on Gaza | | Candace Owens hosts The Candace Owens show on 9 August 2021 in N…

Editor (2024-03-27). Australian Protesters Try to Stop Military Shipment to Israel. scheerpost.com

| REUTERS | (2024-03-27). Israel truce team leaves Doha, official blames Hamas for ‘dead end’. tribune.com.pk Israel has recalled its negotiators from Doha after deeming mediated talks on a Gaza truce “at a dead end” due to demands by Hamas, a senior Israeli official said on Tuesday. | The official, who is close to the Mossad spymaster heading up the talks, accused Hamas’ Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar of sabotaging the diplomacy “as part of a wider effort to inflame this war over Ramadan”. | The warring sides had stepped up negotiations, mediated by Qatar and Egypt, on a six-week suspension of Israel’s offensive in return for the proposed release of 40 of the 130 hostages still held by the Palestinian militant group in Gaz…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Israeli airstrikes hit Hezbollah’s airstrip and military installations. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- In a significant escalation of tensions, the Israeli army spokesperson confirmed multiple airstrikes targeting Hezbollah’s airstrip and military installations deep within Lebanese territory. The strikes specifically targeted locations in Aita al-Shaab, Kafr Kila, and Maroun al-Ras.Notably, sirens blared across Israeli towns in the Upper Galilee and the occupied southern Golan Heights, signaling imminent rocket attacks by Hezbollah.Rockets were indeed launched from southern Lebanon towards Israeli positions in these areas, with explosions heard as far as Tiberias. The intensity of the attacks was evident…

Zainab Iqbal (2024-03-27). Majority of Americans disapprove of Israel’s military action in Gaza, new poll shows. middleeasteye.net Majority of Americans disapprove of Israel’s military action in Gaza, new poll shows | According to Gallup, support for Israel’s actions in Gaza has waned across all three major political groups in the US since November | | A boy rides a bicycle past heavily damaged buildings along a stree…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Netanyahu reschedules a canceled meeting with US regarding Rafah. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked confusion with conflicting statements regarding talks with Washington and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.According to reports, Netanyahu initially stated that Israel had not agreed to send a delegation to Washington. However, Axios, citing American and Israeli officials, contradicted this, claiming that Netanyahu plans to dispatch a delegation next week to discuss the operation in Gaza. This delegation is said to include the Minister of Strategic Affairs and the National Security Advisor.In addition, NBC, citing an American official, reported that Neta…

albawaba (2024-03-27). At least 7 killed in an Israeli strike on Southern Lebanon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Two Lebanese security officials told the media that at least seven people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on an emergency center in southern Lebanon with air-to-surface missiles.The two officials, who wished to remain anonymous, said the Israeli strike targeted the Emergency and Relief Center of the Islamic Health Authority, which is linked with the Islamic Group, in the village of Al-Habbariyah, South Lebanon.Jamaa Islamiya, a Lebanese group affiliated with the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, issued a statement claiming that “a number” of individuals had been killed and calling the str…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). UN’s Gaza resolution welcomed. ecns.cn The much-awaited UN Security Council resolution to halt Gaza bloodshed was welcomed by the Asia-Pacific general community but resisted by Israel, which continued its military attack on Gaza targets on Tuesday.

albawaba (2024-03-27). The New York Times retreat false claims on Hamas’ sexual assault on Oct. 7. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – After its baseless claims that Hamas fighters “committed” sexual attacks against Israeli women during the Al-Aqsa Flood operation on Oct. 7, The New York Times takes back its words.A new report released by the American newspaper in which it confirmed seizing a new video refuting all claims of sexual violence carried out by Al-Qassam Brigade fighters against two Israeli sisters.The New York Times reported on Tuesday that a video obtained by media giants contradicts the story of one of the Israeli military paramedics in which claims were made that two Israeli teenagers were victims of sexual assaults on…

David Swanson (2024-03-27). The Ghosts of Gaza Are Whispering Every Night. worldbeyondwar.org Israeli military young men and women are not the first to have recurring nightmares of what they have seen and done. They are not the first to dissolve into the abyss of war. #WorldBEYONDWar…

Pauline Ertel (2024-03-27). Germany: New citizenship test to include questions on Holocaust and Israel’s founding. middleeasteye.net Germany: New citizenship test to include questions on Holocaust and Israel’s founding | Applicants must know how Holocaust denial is punished and explain special nature of German-Israeli relations | | German Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser considers the new list of questions in Ge…

Kit Klarenberg (2024-03-27). Israel’s Shadow Over Free Speech: The Truth Behind the TikTok Ban Bill. mintpressnews.com Kit Klarenberg uncovers how Israel’s grip on U.S. policy threatens online expression with the TikTok ban bill, challenging the narrative of Chinese control and highlighting the real danger to free speech.

MEE staff (2024-03-27). War on Gaza: Israeli strike kills seven paramedics in south Lebanon. middleeasteye.net War on Gaza: Israeli strike kills seven paramedics in south Lebanon | Hezbollah retaliated against attack on emergency and relief centre with dozens of rockets hitting northern Israel, killing a factory worker | | People inspect the site of an overnight Israeli air strike in the Lebanese town of He…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Turkey accused of ‘double standards’ after sending weapons to Israel. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Pro-Palestinian activists accused Turkey of double standards after a report by the Turkish Statistical Institute admitted that Ankara sent weapons and ammunition to Israel.In the report shared by the Turkish Statistical Institute’s Foreign Trade Statistics Database, Turkey’s exports to Israel included precious metals, chemicals, insecticides, gunpowder, explosives, aircraft parts, nuclear reactor parts, weapons and ammunition.Nonetheless,

MEE staff (2024-03-27). US urges Israel to ‘transparently investigate’ Marwan Barghouti abuse allegations. middleeasteye.net US urges Israel to ‘transparently investigate’ Marwan Barghouti abuse allegations | Barghouti’s family says he has been physically and psychologically mistreated in Israeli custody since 7 October | | Palestinian Fatah leader Marwan Barghouti is escorted by Israeli police into Jerusalem’s magistrat…

Editor (2024-03-27). Mar 27, 2024. sitrepworld.info The Foggy Dew — Sinéad O’Connor & The Chieftains MoA: New York Times Misreports Gaza UNSC Resolution Stop the Worsening Undercount of Palestinian Casualties in Gaza, by Ralph Nader Redirecting: On Gaza and the Palestinian Resistance, by Mazin Qumsiyeh Peter Myers Digest: Israel and Gaza Cat McGuire Asks Jeff Brown about “Zio-American Empire vs. China,” by Kevin Barrett Is “Neocon” synonymous with “Nazi”? by Don Hank Democracy Is an Ideal Government for Jewish Influence, by Thomas Dalton New Alliances and Military Strength Surge Amid Yemen’s Unwavering Support for Gaza, by A Abdulkareem…

Jordan Atwood (2024-03-27). Desperation and danger: Gaza’s aid crisis turns tragic with 12 Palestinians drowned in airdrop retrieval. nationofchange.org Amidst a blockade and escalating starvation in Gaza, a misguided attempt to deliver aid results in unforeseen tragedy, spotlighting the dire need for secure and dignified humanitarian access.

Left Voice. (2024-03-27). 48 Years After The Military Coup, Argentinians Take To The Streets. popularresistance.org This Sunday, March 24, tens of thousands of people filled the streets of Buenos Aires and Argentina’s biggest cities to demand “memory, truth, and justice” for the victims of state violence. This annual day of action is held in remembrance of the 30,000 people who were disappeared, murdered, or tortured during the military dictatorship of 1976 to 1983, whose atrocities are most recognizably embodied in the figure of Jorge Rafael Videla, the leader of the military junta that seized control of the government.

Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity, Consortium News. (2024-03-27). The French Road To Nuclear War. popularresistance.org Europe needs to understand that France is leading it down a path of inevitable self-destruction. | The American people need to understand that Europe is leading them to the cusp of nuclear annihilation. | Since Russian leaders may suspect that Macron is working hand in glove with Washington, the U.S. needs to make its position publicly and unambiguously clear. | And if France and the Baltics insist on sending troops into Ukraine, it must also be made clear that such action has no NATO mandate; that Article 5 will not be triggered by any Russian retaliation; and that the U.S. nuclear arsenal, including those nucle…

Joe Lauria, Consortium News. (2024-03-27). Assange’s Fate Awaits US ‘Assurances’. popularresistance.org The High Court in London on Tuesday gave the United States an opportunity to rebuff Julian Assange’s plea that he be allowed to appeal the Home Office’s order to extradite him to the U.S. to face espionage charges. | In a complex ruling at the Royal Courts of Justice, the court agreed with Assange that he had grounds to ask for an appeal, but invited the United States to give the court assurances by April 16 that could negate Assange’s arguments. | Specifically, the two-judge panel ruled that Assange had grounds to appeal because his extradition was incompatible with his rights of expression in the European Conve…

Ben Conarck, Pamela Wood, Black Agenda Report. (2024-03-27). Baltimore’s New $1 Billion Jail Will Be Most Expensive State-Funded Project. popularresistance.org Nearly nine years after former Gov. Larry Hogan shuttered the old Baltimore City Detention Center, a new centerpiece facility for the city’s pretrial jail population is poised to rise from its ashes. But it’s going to cost you. | The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, which has run the city’s jail system for decades, is pushing ahead with ambitious plans for the Baltimore Therapeutic Treatment Center — a sort of hybrid jail, hospital and mental health and substance use treatment facility for people facing criminal charges.

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-03-27). The Empire Slowly Suffocates Assange Like It Slowly Suffocates All Its Enemies. caitlinjohnstone.com.au The British High Court The court ruled that Assange may appeal only on the grounds that his freedom of speech might be restricte…

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-03-27). The Empire Slowly Suffocates Assange Like It Slowly Suffocates All Its Enemies. thealtworld.com Listen to a reading of this article (reading by Tim Foley): | The British High Court The court ruled that Assange may appeal only on the grounds that his freedom of speech might be restricted in the US, and that there is a possibility he could receive the death penalty. If the US provides “assurances” that neither o…

Dave DeCamp (2024-03-27). British General Admits UK Couldn’t Fight Russia for More Than 2 Months. news.antiwar.com

Dave DeCamp (2024-03-27). US, Japan to Strengthen Military Ties in Buildup Aimed at China. news.antiwar.com Next month, the US and Japan are expected to announce the most significant change to their military alliance since the 1960s as the US is bolstering its forces in the region to prepare for a future war with China. According to Financial Times, the US and Japan will unveil a plan to restructure the US …

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Did Shakespeare have a secret sister? Long-lost document reveals. geo.tv Long-lost document links Shakespeare to sister’s literary pursuits, study finds…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). ‘Bid to sabotage China-Pakistan bonding will never succeed’, says Beijing after Bisham suicide attack. geo.tv Beijing urges Islamabad to expedite hunt for perpetrators, steps for safety of Chinese personnel in Pakistan…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Is Elon Musk’s relation with China a threat to US. geo.tv US concerned about Elon Musk’s relationship with China…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Barack Obama jumps ship to rescue Joe Biden. geo.tv Obama speaks regularly with Joe Biden, White House officials…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Obama, Biden’s close aide makes big revelation about Trump. geo.tv Joe Biden criticised Donald Trump for undermining democracy…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Baltimore bridge collapse: Six missing feared dead after rescue efforts suspended. geo.tv Maryland Governor Moore noted that bridge was compliant with safety standards…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Donald Trump vents frustration at Joe Biden. geo.tv Trump and other rivals like Nikki Haley trolled Biden for his old age at several occasions…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Donald Trump passes unexpected remarks about Robert F Kennedy Jr. geo.tv Donald Trump believes Robert F Kennedy Jr is good for MAGA…

geo.tv (2024-03-27). Donald Trump trolls Joe Biden on social media amid legal battles. geo.tv Trump and other rivals like Nikki Haley trolled Biden for his old age at several occasions…

infobrics (2024-03-27). Brazil and India begin new strategic chapter in bilateral ties. infobrics.org Cooperation and opportunities between Brazil and India are endless.

infobrics (2024-03-27). State Duma deputies accuse US, Ukraine of masterminding terrorist attacks on Russian territory. infobrics.org Nikolai Kharitonov, a Communist Party deputy in the Russian Federal Assembly’s State Duma and runner-up in the country’s recent presidential election, along with a number of his colleagues in the parliamentary corps and public figures have sent a Statement on an Immediate Investigation and Prevention of the Financing of Acts of International Terrorism to the prosecutor general’s offices in five countries — the Russian Federation, Germany, Cyprus, the USA and France.

infobrics (2024-03-27). Why is NATO’s, Neo-Nazi junta’s cover-up for terrorist attacks in Russia so sloppy. infobrics.org Washington DC insists that it has “undeniable evidence” that ISIS is behind it. Rather interesting how the US could claim this mere hours after the terrorist attack, when not even Russian services who were on the ground had all the details, but it “doesn’t really know” who destroyed the Nord Stream pipelines, except that it was a “mysterious deep-diving Ukrainian group”.

infobrics (2024-03-27). What Should We Expect from BRICS and What Should We Not. infobrics.org Discrepancies between expectations and practice are one of the most noticeable characteristics of modern world politics, both in the performance of leading powers and in the activities of the international institutions they create. The origin of this phenomenon is the fact that the first is a product of subjective ideas or intentions, while the second is the result of objective factors, which even the strongest political will cannot cancel. Moreover, the expectations of the general public often fall prey to its inertia in perception regarding the political process, or the statements of political figures who thems…

infobrics (2024-03-27). Ukraine attacks Russia’s Belgorod region using fake ‘Russian dissidents’. infobrics.org According to information provided by local military, the “Russian expatriates” organizations are fake groups created to disguise the actions of Ukrainian intelligence.

infobrics (2024-03-27). BRICS Building Bloc in Africa. infobrics.org Entry to the club for rising economic powers should be a trading boon for Ethiopia and Egypt, but without a clear membership framework, the benefits are frustratingly vague…

infobrics (2024-03-27). BRICS+ and the Global South Collaboration: Problems and Prospects. infobrics.org In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards collaboration among countries in the Global South, with BRICS+ emerging as a key player in this movement…

Muhammed Shabeer (2024-03-27). Austrian social democrat wins Salzburg mayoral runoff, vows to resolve housing crisis. peoplesdispatch.org Bernhard Auinger from the Social Democratic Party of Austria has won the mayorship of the city and the runner-up Kay-Michael Dankl from the Communist Party of Austria will take charge as the deputy mayor.

Mateus Coutinho (2024-03-27). How Rio de Janeiro officials and police worked with militias to murder Marielle Franco. peoplesdispatch.org The report from the Federal Police shows the collusion of authorities and the power of the suspects to try to prevent the case from being solved…

ARG Medios (2024-03-27). Argentina marks a historic Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice. peoplesdispatch.org The mass mobilization on the 48th anniversary of the coup in Argentina put the government’s position of denying the crimes of the dictatorship in check…

Carl Smith, Governing. (2024-03-27). The Surprising Link Between Budgeting And Good Health. popularresistance.org The health department in Tacoma-Pierce County, Wash., is always looking for ways to improve public health outcomes. To find out what might work best, the department tried something that might sound obvious, but isn’t always done. Namely, asking members of the public for their input about what’s most important. | Too often, health officials are prescriptive, coming into communities they may know little about and applying a standard intervention that might not match local needs, says Benjii Bittle, director of the Public Health Centers for Excellence.

Ankur Singh, In These Times. (2024-03-27). You Can’t Be Neutral In A Flooding House. popularresistance.org Cicero, Illinois – A crowd swells outside an auditorium one summer evening in 2023, trying to enter a special town hall meeting. The air fills with chants: “Where’s our money?” and “El pueblo unido jamás será vencido” (“The people, united, will never be defeated”). Soon, police inform the hundreds outside that no one else is allowed in. | It felt apt: We wanted answers about why our city was so dysfunctional, and the city couldn’t even host a proper meeting. | I’m a journalist and also a Cicero resident, and I was there because I, too, was angry. Howard Zinn famously said…

Mansa Musa, The Real News Network. (2024-03-27). Survivors Of Sexual Assault In Juvenile Detention Are Speaking Out. popularresistance.org The prevalence of sexual violence in the US prison system is so widespread and accepted that it’s often made the butt of jokes in popular culture. Yet the reality is that countless survivors of the prison system carry the scars and traumas of sexual abuse—and for many, the perpetrators of these crimes were the very prison staff charged with their protection. Juvenile victims of the prison system are no exception. In Maryland, several adult survivors of sexual abuse as juveniles in state custody have filed a class action lawsuit demanding justice.

Fight Back News!. (2024-03-27). Coalition To March On The RNC To Continue Permit Struggle. popularresistance.org Milwaukee, WI — On Monday, March 18, organizers with the Coalition to March on the RNC gathered at Milwaukee City Hall to push back on a repressive ordinance being heard at rushed meeting of the Public Works Committee. The ordinance was meant to derail the coalition’s efforts and would have given the Milwaukee Police Department special powers to decide who gets to speak and power over the parade route. Furthermore, it would have restricted the protest to a quarter mile away from where the RNC will be held — far from being within sight and sound of the RNC, and far from being what the Coalition to Marc…

Max Wilbert, Last Real Indians. (2024-03-27). Thacker Pass Protectors File First-Ever ‘Biodiversity Necessity Defense’. popularresistance.org Winnemuca, Nevada — In a first for the American legal system, the lawyers for six people sued by Lithium Nevada Corporation for protesting the Thacker Pass mine are arguing a ‘biodiversity necessity defense.’ | The necessity defense is a legal argument used to justify breaking the law when a greater harm is being prevented; for example, breaking a car window to save an infant locked inside on a stifling hot day, or breaking down a door to help someone screaming inside a locked home. In these cases, trespassing is justified to save a life.

Les Leopold, Scheer Post. (2024-03-27). CHIPS Ahoy For Stock Buybacks R Us! popularresistance.org Intel, the largest chip maker in America, with 2023 revenues of $54 billion, has just been awarded an $8.5 billion grant from the federal CHIPS and Science Act, plus $11 billion in favorable loans. | In addition to badly needed microchips, Intel produces totally useless stock buybacks. On its website the company proudly proclaims to have spent $152 billion on stock buybacks since 1990. That’s not a typo — $152,000,000,000. Which is why I call it Stock Buybacks –Ø Us. | Intel took $152 billion of its revenues, some portion of which could have been used for R&D and building new microchip fac…

Angela (2024-03-27). Friday 3/29: Palo Alto: Silent Vigil for Gaza and Ukraine. indybay.org 855 El Camino, Palo Alto, CA | corner of Embarcadero and El Camino, on the public sidewalk just outside Town & Country Village, in front of the big lamppost “sign”

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Commentary: What will Putin do after deadly Moscow concert hall attack? channelnewsasia.com The carnage at the Crocus City Hall casts a shadow on the FSB and its ability to protect ordinary Russians from terrorism, says international security expert Stefan Wolff.

B.J. Sabri (2024-03-27). Imperialism and Anti-imperialism Collide in Ukraine (Part 7). dissidentvoice.org Previously, Part 6, I stated that weakening, cancelling Russia’s presence in the world, planning to partition it, or even destroying it has been a fixed U.S. objective. I also stated that U.S. anti-Russian hostility predates the events in Ukraine by decades. For that purpose, I gave two examples out of four. The following are the …

Global Research News (2024-03-27). Selected Articles: Who Is Behind the Crocus City Hall Terrorist Attack? globalresearch.ca By The attack left Russia and the world in shock. Despite the ongoing NATO-orchestrated conflict in Ukraine, the country has been largely safe from such …

WSWS (2024-03-27). Terrorist attack in Moscow: The Ukrainian trail. wsws.org If ISIS or one of its offshoots actually committed the attack in Moscow, this does not speak against but for the complicity of Ukraine and NATO.

Finian Cunningham (2024-03-27). Terror Attack in Moscow Is U.S./NATO’s Revenge for Losing its Proxy War Against Russia in Ukraine. thealtworld.com Not defeating Russia on the Ukrainian battlefield is forcing the Western imperialists to resort to terrorism and other dirty tricks which they know all too well. | The terrorist attack near Moscow on March 22 in which 140 people were killed by four gunmen was claimed by a radical Islamist group. But the bigger picture indicates the assault was organized by the United States and its NATO allies. | For a start, the suspects were caught while fleeing to Ukraine, which implicates the Ukrainian regime and its NATO sponsors as the masterminds behind the atrocity. | The Western governments and media have been quick (one…

Orinoco Tribune 2 (2024-03-27). Putin: A Champion of the Global South? orinocotribune.com By Janna Kadri — Mar 25, 2024 | Moscow’s defiance of Western elements, particularly the economic sanctions and the military aid to Ukraine, has not only set an example for other nations to follow but also eroded the legitimacy of the West’s ideological supremacy. | On

midwesternmarx (2024-03-27). Europe Sleepwalks Through Its Own Dilemmas By: Vijay Prashad. midwesternmarx.com On March 19, 2024, the head of France’s ground forces, General Pierre Schill, published an article in the newspaper, Le Monde, with a blunt title: “The Army Stands Ready.” Schill cut his teeth in France’s overseas adventures in the Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, and Somalia. In this article, General Schill wrote that his troops are “ready” for any confrontation and that he could mobilize 60,000 of France’s 121,000 soldi …

Elliott Wallace (2024-03-27). Black-owned businesses still face systemic disadvantages. america.cgtn.com The number of Black-owned businesses in the United States is disproportionately low relative to population size, according to a recent report from the Brookings Institution. | While the pandemic and movement for social justice in 2020 created an uptick in growth in the sector, the report found Black-owned businesses face external pressures such as gentrification and systemic generational disadvantages. | CGTN’s Poppie Mphuthing reports.

albawaba (2024-03-27). The federal reserve announces significant operating loss for 2023. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Federal Reserve recently released its audited balance sheet for the previous year, which showed an enormous operating deficit. The Fed’s statement states that the bank’s overall expenses for 2023 which came to $114.3 billion were much higher than its earnings. This represents the Federal Reserve’s largest operational loss to date.The study draws attention to a sharp rise in interest costs, especially on depository institutions’ reserve balances, which shot up to $176.8 billion in 2017. In addition, $104.3 billion in interest costs were incurred by repo activities.On the other hand, the bank’s asset…

Joel Richards (2024-03-27). Argentinian government workers hit by mass layoffs under Milei program. america.cgtn.com Argentinian President Javier Milei has promised to fire tens of thousands of government employees as part of his austerity drive. | Some observers say it will lead to more social tension as the region’s third largest economy falls into recession. | CGTN’s Joel Richards reports.

albawaba (2024-03-27). Starlink network expands to Yemen, Sudan by black market terminal sales. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Despite Elon Musk’s repeated remarks on SpaceX’s Starlink service being worldwide, the company declared that it disables terminals when they are utilized by a sanctioned or unlicensed party.However, a new report by Bloomberg sheds light on the black market sales of Starlink’s terminals, revealing illegal reach to suffering zones like Sudan, Yemen and Venezuela with a claimed systematic worldwide issue, questioning the company’s oversight of a framework with significant national security elements.A governmental source acknowledged to Bloomberg that Starlink is widely used in Yemen with many indivi…

Rhoda Wilson (2024-03-27). A world first: Australian Senate votes to establish an inquiry into excess deaths. expose-news.com It has taken a determined Australian senator a year, but his efforts have finally paid off. Yesterday, the Australian Senate voted to establish a parliamentary inquiry into the nation’s excess deaths, giving …

Editor at NewsOne (2024-03-27). Mississippi Cop Kills Fleeing Black Teen By Running Over Him With Police Cruiser, Ben Crump Says. newsone.com Ben Crump is calling for a police officer in Leland, Mississippi, to be fired after Kadarius Smith was killed after the 17-year-old was run over with a police cruiser.

Bill Blum (2024-03-27). Unequal Justice: Five Reasons Biden Should Drop the Extradition of Julian Assange. progressive.org Biden could negotiate a plea deal to shore up his flagging support from the left.

Angela (2024-03-27). Sunday 4/21: Virtual Q&A Discussion of 3 Videos about Gaza Healthcare and Hospitals. indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Shakira says ex Gerard Piqué was ‘Dragging me down, ‘Now I’m free!’. albawaba.com In a candid revelation, Shakira, the three-time Grammy Award-winning artist, has opened up about her personal growth following her split from former partner Gerard Piqué.The Colombian superstar expressed a sense of liberation, stating that she felt “dragged down” during the relationship, but now embraces the newfound freedom to focus on her career and creativity.Shakira DEVOURED the Times Square performance

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Georgia may limit farm purchases by China ‘agent’. ecns.cn The Georgia House of Representatives has passed and sent to the state Senate a bill that would ban any “agent” of China from buying farmland or land near military sites.

publicbooks (2024-03-27). In Defense of Imagination. publicbooks.org West Virginia University’s unprecedented cuts to its liberal arts programs sells the public a university tethered to market demands at the expense of imaginative expansion and intellectual curiosity.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Fallen bridge disrupts key port. ecns.cn Some 95,000 tons of a modern cargo ship collided with part of America’s aging infrastructure early Tuesday, and the Baltimore bridge it rammed into collapsed, disrupting one of America’s busiest ports.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Xi meets U.S. guests. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping met with representatives of the U.S. business, strategic and academic communities at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Wednesday.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China’s industrial profits surge 10.2% in first two months of 2024. ecns.cn Profits of China’s industrial enterprises above the designated size rose 10.2 percent in the first two months of 2024, reversing from the 2.3-percent decline in 2023, the latest government data showed on Wednesday.

Ariadna Eljuri (2024-03-27). Thirteen Candidates Set to Contend in Venezuela’s July 28 Elections. orinocotribune.com A total of 13 candidates will compete on July 28 in Venezuela’s presidential elections, the president of the National Electoral Council (CNE), Elvis Amoroso, indicated this Tuesday. | In a press conference, Amoroso reported that 37 political organizations and parties were involved in the application process which took place between March 21 and 25. | The candidates are Luis Eduardo Martínez, Daniel Ceballos, Antonio Ecarri, Juan Carlos Alvarado, José Brito, Benjamín Rausseo, Javier Bertucci, Claudio Fermín, Luis Ratti, Enrique Márquez, Nicolás Maduro, Manuel Rosales, and Eduardo González Urrutia. | Amoroso stated…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Demet àñzdemir warms online users’ hearts with her dreams to end world oppression. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In a recent interview featured in an Indian magazine, popular Turkish actress Demet àñzdemir revealed thought-provoking sentiments, igniting conversations online. Gracing the cover alongside Bollywood stars, àñzdemir’s statement, “If I weren’t an actress, I would be an activist fighting against injustices,” resonated deeply with readers.Reflecting on her life and career, àñzdemir shared insights into her passion for social activism, highlighting her admiration for the vibrant culture of Bollywood. She expressed delight in watching Indian films, emphasizing the allure of their color…

GABIK (2024-03-27). KZN welcomes over 4000 new employees. sanews.gov.za KZN welcomes over 4000 new employees | The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) has welcomed over 4 000 new employees as part of the government’s S’thesha Waya Waya e-recruitment initiative. | S’thesha Waya Waya is a provincial government initiative that assists job seekers by providing an online portal to search and apply for jobs in the public sector. | This initiative has benefited thousands of job seekers across departments and public entities. | CoGTA MEC, Bongiwe Sithole-Moloi, handed over appointment letters to new employees during a ceremony held this week at…

tvbrics (2024-03-27). 18 countries take part in Spirit of Fire debut festival. tvbrics.com The closing ceremony of the XXII International Debut Film Festival “The Spirit of Fire” was held in Khanty-Mansiysk…

Dr. Binoy Kampmark (2024-03-27). Distinctions Without Difference: The Security Council on Gaza Passes. globalresearch.ca

The Independent (2024-03-27). IMF: Gov’t financial squeeze expected to ease in FY 2025/2026. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government programs continue to be impacted by financial pressures this year, amidst dwindling low-cost financial sources and plans to reduce commercial borrowing. This is a spillover from the large (5.5 percent of GDP) fiscal deficit in 2022/2023 was larger than planned, due to a supplementary budget approved late in …

Dan Collyns (2024-03-27). Hundreds of thousands displaced in Haiti. america.cgtn.com The UN says more than 360,000 Haitians have been displaced within their country by the violence and chaos in Port-au-Prince. | Those who can afford it are fleeing the country, while others don’t have that option and are struggling to survive. | CGTN’s Dan Collyns reports from Cap-Haitien in northern Haiti.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Tea picking robot operates in harvest season. ecns.cn The AI tea picking robot was put into use in a tea garden. With a sun hat made of solar panels, a tea-picking robot weaved through rows of Longjing tea bushes in Hangzhou.

Direct Relief (2024-03-27). For Health Workers on Haiti’s Frontlines, Direct Relief Distributes $1 Million in Support. reliefweb.int Country: Haiti | Source: Direct Relief | Nine health facilities providing urgently needed care will receive funding to sustain services through continued civil unrest and violence. | In response to ongoing civil unrest and disruptions in healthcare in Haiti, Direct Relief today announced $1 million in financial support to nine healthcare organizations providing essential health services across the country. | The country’s ongoing instability has exacerbated an already dire humanitarian situation, leading to urgent needs for essential services and support. Over the past year, Haiti has experienced a substantial…

Oscar Rickett (2024-03-27). Salma al-Shehab: Leeds University urged to act in case of Saudi Arabian student jailed for tweets. middleeasteye.net Salma al-Shehab: Leeds University urged to act in case of Saudi Arabian student jailed for tweets | Open letter calls on Leeds University to demand release of PhD student serving 27 years in Saudi prison for retweeting posts in support of women’s rights | | Salma al-Shehab is serving a…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Insights丨Art exhibitions and film culture open windows to know about China: Brazilian art representatives. ecns.cn

| Entertainment Desk | (2024-03-27). Prince Harry linked to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ alleged human-trafficking parties. tribune.com.pk Producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones’ lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs for $30 million in February, alleges multiple instances of sexual assault and trafficking. | It claims that Combs’ parties, which allegedly involved human trafficking, attracted guests, including notable celebrities and dignitaries such as Prince Harry. | Jones, in the lawsuit, mentioned that Combs was known for hosting the ‘best’ parties and that his association with celebrities like Prince Harry lent credibility to him and his associates. | Prince Harry and his brother, Prince William, reportedly met Diddy in 2007 at a party they hosted to t…

The Independent (2024-03-27). Stanbic Uganda shareholders to get shs.280 billion in dividend payout. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Shareholders of Stanbic Uganda Holdings are set to receive up to 280 billion shillings in total dividends payout for the year ending December 2023. This is a record-high payout, and it is 45 billion shillings higher than last financial year’s payment. The payment arises from the recommended payout for the …

John W. Whitehead, Nisha Whitehead (2024-03-27). Rule by Criminals: When Dissidents Become Enemies of the State. dissidentvoice.org When exposing a crime is treated as committing a crime, you are being ruled by criminals. In the current governmental climate, obeying one’s conscience and speaking truth to the power of the police state can easily render you an “enemy of the state.” The government’s list of so-called “enemies of the state” is growing by …

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Jan-Oct foreign investment in Shenzhen manufacturing surges nearly twofold. ecns.cn Shenzhen in South China’s Guangdong province remained a beacon for foreign investment in 2023, said a report by global consultancy powerhouse PwC, as the tech mecca welcomed 7,258 new foreign-invested enterprises during the past year.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Djokovic ends successful partnership with coach Ivanisevic. channelnewsasia.com

noreply (2024-03-27). A Strange Case Of… smoothiex12.blogspot.com actual reporting by Associated Press. BTW, Islam Khalilov who is Kirghiz is an exhibit A of a proper integration into Russian society–the kid speaks perfect Russian and is just overall regular Russian kid. Parents did a good job bringing up these two young men. Well done, boys.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Harmonious China-U.S. relationship good for the world: former U.S. Secretary of Commerce. ecns.cn Carlos M. Gutierrez, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, said China and the United States are the two most important countries in the world and a harmonious China-U.S. relationship is good for the world.

| Reuters | (2024-03-27). Thailand moves closer to legalising same-sex unions as parliament passes landmark bill. tribune.com.pk Thailand’s parliament overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality bill on Wednesday, a landmark step that moves one of Asia’s most liberal countries closer to becoming its third territory to legalise same-sex unions. | The bill had the support of all of Thailand’s major parties and was more than a decade in the making. It still requires approval from the Senate and endorsement from the king before it becomes law and would take effect 120 days later. | The legislation was passed by 400 of the 415 lawmakers present, with only 10 voting against it and could see Thailand join Taiwan and Nepal in allowing same-sex…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Vietnam axe Troussier after Indonesia loss hits World Cup bid. channelnewsasia.com

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Thailand moves closer to legalising same-sex unions as parliament passes landmark Bill. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Protein markers tied to chemotherapy success. ecns.cn Doctors in Shanghai have screened two protein markers to determine pancreatic cancer patients’ sensitivity to chemotherapy, which may rewrite current treatment guidelines and improve patients’ overall survival rate.

The Independent (2024-03-27). Shaban saves Uganda Cranes from defeat against Ghana. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Senior Men’s Football team, the Uganda Cranes, settled for a two-all draw against Ghana in their second friendly match of the March international break, held at Stade Grande Marrakech. KCCA FC striker Shaban Muhammad Jagason emerged as Uganda’s savior of the day, scoring a late goal that salvaged a …

Editor at Global Grind (2024-03-27). How To Watch The Total Solar Eclipse From Anywhere In The US. newsone.com Spectators look skyward during a partial eclipse of the sun on August 21, 2017, at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, New York. | Source: Bruce Bennett / Getty | ABC News and National Geographic announce the unparalleled event “Eclipse Across America.” Here’s how more than 30 million Americans can find themselves in the path of a total On Monday, April 8, at least 32 million people across America could see the total solar eclipse, where the moon will completely block the s…

| Reuters | (2024-03-27). Dutch PM downplays conflict over ASML after meeting with China’s Xi. tribune.com.pk Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte on Wednesday downplayed conflict between the Netherlands and China over restrictions on the export of equipment made by Dutch firm ASML (ASML.AS), following a meeting with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. | Earlier this year, the Dutch government began denying licences for ASML to export advanced “DUV” tool lines to China, joining a US effort to curb chip exports to the world’s second-biggest economy. | Now in doubt is whether The Hague will allow ASML to continue servicing the billions of euros worth of advanced equipment it has already sold to Chinese customers that now falls…

WSWS (2024-03-27). Stern: The Man, The Gang & The State, produced by Al Jazeera Documentary and directed by Hossam Sarhan. wsws.org “The Palestinians have been caught up in a struggle against colonialism, imperialism, so that we are talking about class, the class interests of the capitalist class—oil and finance—and opposition from the working class.”

Allen Forrest (2024-03-27). News and Advertising. dissidentvoice.org

The Independent (2024-03-27). Tesla in talks to open production facility in Italy. independent.co.ug ROME, ITALY | Xinhua | U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla is in talks with the Italian government to open a production facility in the country, Italian media reported Tuesday. Tesla has been engaged in talks with the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy for several months, with the plan to produce electric trucks and …

Amy Goodman (2024-03-27). Baltimore Bridge Collapse Sheds Light on Dangers Faced by Many Immigrant Workers. truthout.org Six people are missing and presumed dead after a 984-foot cargo ship hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing the bridge’s collapse early Tuesday morning. All six have been identified as immigrant construction workers originally hailing from Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras. Maryland Governor Wes Moore said the crew on the ship was able to issue an emergency mayday call… |

albawaba (2024-03-27). Top 5 Subscribed Channels on YouTube: Explore! albawaba.com Wondering what are the most viewed and subscribed channels on If you are considering starting your own channel, you might want to check the list of the top 5 subscribed channels on YouTube for 2024. | Top 5 Subscribed Channels on YouTube: Short List: | 1. T-Series | 2. MrBeast | 3. CocoMelon | 4. Sony Entertainment Television India (SET) | 5. Kids Diana Show | Top 5 Subscribed Channels on YouTube: In Details: | 1. T-Series is an Indian channel with 262 million subscribers. T-Series is the m…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Spain coach urges fans to put country above club loyalties. channelnewsasia.com

Elsy Fors Garzon (2024-03-27). UN warns of global loss of millions of tons of food. plenglish.com Geneva, March 27 (Prensa Latina) Every year on the planet, a fifth of food is wasted, essentially coming from homes, while 783 million people go hungry, a new UNEP report warned today.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Insights | Global Development Initiative a way for China to share development experience: U.S. expert. ecns.cn The Global Development Initiative proposed by China has made significant contributions to fostering consensus on development, global poverty reduction, and economic development, said Benjamin Norton, chief editor of the Geopolitical Economy Report, in an interview with China News Network in Wuyishan, Nanping City of East China’s Fujian Province.

Binoy Kampmark (2024-03-27). Purgatorial Torments: Assange and the UK High Court. dissidentvoice.org What is it about British justice that has a certain rankness to it, notably when it comes to dealing with political charges? The record is not good, and the ongoing sadistic carnival that is the prosecution (and persecution) of Julian Assange continues to provide meat for the table. Those supporting the WikiLeaks publisher, who faces …

tvbrics (2024-03-27). Egypt’s prime minister supports pharmaceutical regulator’s bid to gain WHO accreditation. tvbrics.com Egyptian Medicines Authority’s new status will open access to advanced technologies…

ICRC (2024-03-27). Haiti: ICRC activities in 2023. icrc.org

The Independent (2024-03-27). Ethiopia to import millions of EVs in 10 years to promote electric mobility. independent.co.ug ADDIS ABABA | Xinhua | The Ethiopian government has disclosed its plan to introduce nearly half a million electric vehicles (EVs) in 10 years as part of an ongoing transition to electric mobility. The Ethiopian government initially worked to import about 148,000 electric automobiles and 48,555 electric buses as part of its 10-year strategic plan. …

Dr. Binoy Kampmark (2024-03-27). Purgatorial Torments: Assange and the UK High Court. globalresearch.ca

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Xi meets U.S. guests. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping met with representatives from American business, strategic and academic communities in Beijing on Wednesday.

Staff (2024-03-27). Venezuela Condemns Brazil and Colombia’s Interference in Electoral Process. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In a

| Entertainment Desk | (2024-03-27). Christine Quinn’s Husband Seeks Restraining Order After Arrest in Domestic Incident. tribune.com.pk In court documents, Tech entrepreneur Christian Dumontet is seeking a restraining order requiring Christine Quinn to maintain a minimum distance of 100 yards from his Los Angeles residence, where he has also asked her to vacate. | According to court documents viewed by People Magazine, the 45-year-old additionally requested that Quinn obtain his permission before travelling outside of LA with their 3-year-old son, Christian, expressing concerns about potential abduction. | Dumontet asserts that Quinn has a history of threatening to remove or conceal their son from him and has been uncooperative in co-parenting…

Anand Naidoo (2024-03-27). The Heat: U.S. Bridge Disaster. america.cgtn.com A cargo ship crashed into a bridge in the U.S. city of Baltimore after the vessel lost power. The structure gave way instantly, sending cars and construction workers into the water below. | Joining the discussion: |

Nitza Soledad Perez (2024-03-27). Haitian Americans return to U.S. as limited flights out resume. america.cgtn.com Amid ongoing efforts by the U.S. federal and Florida governments to assist Haitian Americans in leaving Haiti, a glimmer of hope has emerged for some Haitian nationals to leave the country, as limited commercial flights to Miami resumed this week. | CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez reports.

WSWS (2024-03-27). Australia: SEP electoral members call on workers and youth to help put a socialist anti-war party on the ballot. wsws.org “They’re trying to make it harder for minority parties to exist—it’s crazy. I’m for our voices being heard, normal people, not the billionaires sponsoring all the other parties.”

Angela (2024-03-27). Sunday 3/31: Santa Rosa Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Courthouse Square | Santa Rosa, CA…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Free Pap test for cervical cancer for women aged 25 to 69. channelnewsasia.com The Pap test is part of 365 Cancer Prevention Society’s #My1stPapTest campaign. From now until May 31, eligible women can sign up for its free cervical cancer screening.

The Exposé (2024-03-27). Experts Discover Over 200Billion DNA Fragments in a Single Dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine. expose-news.com Cancer genomics expert Dr. Phillip Buckhaults recently testified to the South Carolina Senate about the DNA contamination found in Pfizer’s mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. There are an estimated 200 billion pieces of plasmid …

WSWS (2024-03-27). Australian government fails to ram through bill to quickly deport non-citizens. wsws.org This legislation marks a further lurch in a right-wing, autocratic direction, spearheaded by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor government.

tvbrics (2024-03-27). Russian Deputy Prime Minister and President of NDB discuss current economic situation in world. tvbrics.com They held a meeting at the Boao Asian Forum in China…

Staff (2024-03-27). Electoral Bond issue biggest scam in the world, BJP leader Nirmala’s economist husband says. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff NEW DELHI : Renowned economist Parakala Prabhakar has projected that the “Electoral bond issue” will cost the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party heavily. Prabhakar, who is the husband of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, said “The electoral bond issue will gain much more momentum than what it is today.” Everybody is now …

Staff (2024-03-27). Mukhtar Ansari discharged from hospital after 14 hours, taken back to jail. muslimmirror.com Banda : Jailed gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari was on Tuesday hospitalised for around 14 hours in Uttar Pradesh’s Banda after he complained of abdominal pain. Principal of Rani Durgavati Medical College, Banda, Sunil Kaushal said that Ansari was admitted to hospital at around 3.45 am following “pain in the stomach and problem in urinating and excretion”. …

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). China boosts bilateral ties with Sri Lanka. ecns.cn China and Sri Lanka signed a number of agreements on Tuesday as part of the two countries’ efforts to promote bilateral cooperation in the fields of trade, investment, customs and development partnership.

The Independent (2024-03-27). Farmers actively welcome micro- scale irrigation program. independent.co.ug Kwania, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The production department in Kwania district is actively promoting the adoption of small-scale irrigation systems among farmers to mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change. This initiative, known as Micro-scale irrigation, is a government program aimed at supporting farmers in acquiring and utilizing individual irrigation equipment. Through this program, farmers …

Staff (2024-03-27). “We Don’t Need More Detention Centers, More Border Patrol”: Fernando García on SB4 & New Spending Law. democracynow.org An immigration battle continues on the border between Texas and Mexico, as Texas’s state government increases its militarization of the region, deploying hundreds of National Guard troops and constructing new infrastructure on the border. Meanwhile, a new federal spending bill passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden has increased funding for ICE and CBP, and state and federal courts have been wrangling over the legality of SB4, a new Texas state law that gives local police sweeping powers to arrest and deport anyone they suspect has entered the United States without authorization. We hear…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China Sea Race 2024 sets sail from HK. ecns.cn The China Sea Race, organized by the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, officially commenced on Wednesday. The race starts at Hong Kong’s iconic Victoria Harbor, and ventures over 500 nautical miles to Subic Bay in the Philippines.”ÄÄ”ÄÄ…

Editor at NewsOne (2024-03-27). Andrew Caldwell, Who Claimed He Was ‘Deliveredt’ From Homosexuality, Is Running For Office In St. Louis. newsone.com Andrew Caldwell, who went viral for claiming in church that he was “deliveredt” from being a homosexual, announced his run for public office.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Australian Rules reviewing drug policy after cocaine claims. channelnewsasia.com

Editor (2024-03-27). When 1,000 in Hollywood proclaim support for Gaza slaughter. mronline.org What director Jonathan Glazer said in barely one minute at the Oscars retains profound moral power that no distortions can hide.

Editor (2024-03-27). Cops Running DNA-Manufactured Faces Through Face Recognition Is a Tornado of Bad Ideas. scheerpost.com By Paige Collings and Matthew Guariglia / Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) In keeping with law enforcement’s grand tradition of taking antiquated, invasive, and oppressive technologies, making them digital, and then calling it innovation, police in the U.S. recently combined two existing dystopian technologies in a brand new way to violate civil liberties. A police force in …

concernedcitizen (2024-03-27). Wednesday 3/27: Environmental Justice for HP Shipyard Community Budget Mtg at City Hall. indybay.org 1 Carlton B Goodlett Pl, San Francisco, CA 94102-9991 | (City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250)…

Editor at NewsOne (2024-03-27). White HBCU Professor Wins Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Against Harris-Stowe State University. newsone.com

Rhoda Wilson (2024-03-27). AUKUS and AUKMIN submarine deals are robbing Australian taxpayers. expose-news.com Last week, Australia-UK Ministerial (“AUKMIN”) talks between UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron and Defence Secretary Grant Shapps and their Australian counterparts took place to identify new ways to grow and strengthen collaboration …

Gil Netter (2024-03-27). Organized labor is committed to building sustainable offshore wind energy. peoplesworld.org NEW LONDON, Conn.—Labor leaders presented a pro-worker vision for generating sustainable offshore wind energy along the Southern New England coast at a virtual press conference, on Friday, March 15. This effort unites organized labor, the environmental movement, coastal communities, and elected officials. The press conference was moderated by Patrick Crowley, Secretary-Treasurer of the Rhode Island …

Cristen Hemingway Jaynes (2024-03-27). Fossil fuel industry’s methane emissions soared to near record high in 2023, despite international climate pledges. peoplesworld.org According to key findings from the International Energy Agency (IEA)’s latest Annual Methane Tracker, in 2023, global methane emissions from fossil fuels stayed close to a record high despite new global reduction pledges. Human activities like agriculture, oil and gas production, and the accumulation of food waste in landfills produce methane — a much more potent greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide. Methane emissions from the energy sector are responsible for roughly …

tvbrics (2024-03-27). 27 March is World Theatre Day. tvbrics.com It was established in 1961 by the IX Congress of the International Theatre Institute…

Staff (2024-03-27). Baltimore Key Bridge Collapses, Killing Six Immigrant Workers Who Had No Access to Emergency Warnings. democracynow.org Six people are missing and presumed dead after a 984-foot cargo ship hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing the bridge’s collapse early Tuesday morning. All six have been identified as immigrant construction workers originally hailing from Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras. Maryland Governor Wes Moore said the crew on the ship was able to issue an emergency mayday call before colliding with the bridge, which allowed authorities to stop incoming traffic and prevent more casualties. However, reports say the workers already on the bridge were not given similar warnings. “The que…

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). FM urges more Sino-U.S. face-to-face exchanges. ecns.cn The United States should work in tandem with China to provide more support and convenience for people-to-people exchanges between the two countries, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Hussey hails Ravindra for making fast start to IPL career. channelnewsasia.com

Editor (2024-03-27). CHIPS Ahoy for Stock Buybacks R Us! scheerpost.com By Les Leopold / Substack Intel, the largest chip maker in America, with 2023 revenues of $54 billion, has just been awarded an $8.5 billion grant from the federal CHIPS and Science Act, plus $11 billion in favorable loans. In addition to badly needed microchips, Intel produces totally useless stock buybacks. On its website the …

Editor (2024-03-27). Three lies about Cuba debunked. mronline.org All across the corporate media today, there are stories attacking Cuba and its revolution.

Rosemary Sorensen (2024-03-27). The absurd evil lies used by the logging industry to justify its existence. independentaustralia.net

krish-rad_ind (2024-03-27). Tucker Carlson OBLITERATED For Foreign Policy Ignorance! youtu.be

WSWS (2024-03-27). Right-wing presidential candidate RFK Jr. picks wealthy Silicon Valley lawyer Nicole Shanahan as running mate. wsws.org Shanahan, 38, is a longtime donor to Democratic Party campaigns and was formerly married to Google co-founder Sergey Brin, the 10th wealthiest person in the world.

albawaba (2024-03-27). Trump’s newest venture? A $60 ‘God bless the USA’ bible. albawaba.com

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Collapsed Baltimore bridge would take 3 to 5 years to rebuild, other ports likely to reassess own infrastructure: Experts. channelnewsasia.com The Francis Scott Key Bridge, opened in 1977, collapsed on Tuesday (Mar 26) after being struck by a Singapore-flagged container ship Dali, sending vehicles and people plunging into the waters below.

The Independent (2024-03-27). Local companies secure Shs.7 trillion in oil and gas deals. independent.co.ug Limited skilled manpower, inadequate financing, extended payment cycles, and geopolitical tensions continue to impact the sector a head of oil production Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Following the Final Investment Decision (FID) announcement in Feb, 2022, the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) has approved contracts worth US$7.16 billion in the ongoing oil and gas development …

WSWS (2024-03-27). Campaigning begins for South Korea’s general election. wsws.org The two main big-business parties have offered nothing but empty populist pledges while ignoring the major issues facing the working class.

| Hasnaat Malik | (2024-03-27). Bar associations fall behind IHC judges, demand SC intervention. tribune.com.pk Bar associations across Pakistan have demanded the Supreme Court’s (SC) intervention over the letter written by six Islamabad High Court (IHC) judges regarding the interference of spy agencies in judicial functions. | A meeting was also held between Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Awan, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar and Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa. The judicial trio discussed the letter by the six IHC judges. | The Sindh High Court Bar Association (SHCBA) strongly condemned interference by the “executive branch or operatives of intelligence agencies in the judicial functions” of the courts t…

WSWS (2024-03-27). “Unprecedented” growth of US debt could bring market shock. wsws.org The Congressional Budget Office director has warned the US could face a Liz Truss style financial crisis.

noreply (2024-03-27). Nima and Me… smoothiex12.blogspot.com about terrorism and NATO.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Mainland closely monitors movement of Taiwan island’s military authority around Kinmen. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland is closely monitoring movement of Taiwan island’s military authority around Kinmen.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). HK chief vows to boost national security education, economy. ecns.cn Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Tuesday that the special administrative region’s government will focus on economic development following the enactment of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, while continuing public education and explaining the law.

EDWIN (2024-03-27). Have a safe Easter holiday with these travel tips. sanews.gov.za Have a safe Easter holiday with these travel tips | The Department of Tourism has wished South Africans a relaxing Easter holiday, while urging all tourists to #DoTourism safely and responsibly. | This holiday period offers an opportunity to unwind and take a mini-detour and explore the fun and diverse offerings in small dorpies, townships and villages, the department said in a statement ahead of the long weekend. | “Whether it be a Sho’t Left to a quaint picnic park, nature reserve or heritage attraction, visitors are encouraged to play an active role in preserving the cultural and environmental aesthetics of th…

Patricia Harrity (2024-03-27). Dr. Fàºllmich Statement From Prison — ‘Their House of Cards is Collapsing’. expose-news.com Dr. Reiner Fàºllmich has continued to analyse evidence of the crimes against humanity from prison. that he and the Corona Committee had been working to expose since 2020. The corruption is being …

Abigail Dillen (2024-03-27). Our Survival Depends on the Endangered Species Act. progressive.org Biodiversity is our strongest natural defense against climate change. The ESA is our best tool to protect it, writes Earthjustice President Abigail Dillen.

Editor (2024-03-27). Politicians discussing climate change. mronline.org Isaac Cordal is sympathetic toward his little people and you can empathize with their situations, their leisure time, their waiting for buses and even their more tragic moments such as accidental death, suicide or family funerals. The sculptures can be found in gutters, on top of buildings, on top of bus shelters; in many unusual and unlikely places.

Democracy Now! (2024-03-27). Democracy Now! 2024-03-27 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for March 27, 2024; Supreme Court Seems Set to Preserve Access to Mifepristone in Likely Defeat for Abortion Foes; Meet Eva Burch, Arizona State Senator Fighting Abortion Bans by Sharing Her Plan to Have an Abortion; Baltimore Key Bridge Collapses, Killing Six Immigrant Workers Who Had No Access to Emergency Warnings; “We Don’t Need More Detention Centers, More Border Patrol”: Fernando García on SB4 & New Spending Law | Headlines for March 27, 2024; Supreme Court Seems Set to Preserve Access to Mifepristone in Likely Defeat for Abortion Foes; Meet Eva Burch, Arizona State Senator Fightin…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Rohingya rescued off Indonesia relocated after local anger. channelnewsasia.com

Vernal Coleman (2024-03-27). Inside the historic suit that the gun industry and Republicans are on the verge of killing. nationofchange.org Gunmakers have repeatedly tried to end one city’s lawsuit over illegal gun sales. Meanwhile, illicit purchases of firearms continued at an unrelenting and hazardous pace.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). No charges for Taylor Swift's dad in Australia after alleged Eras altercation. channelnewsasia.com

The Independent (2024-03-27). Electric buses winning over Rwandan market. independent.co.ug KIGALI, RWANDA | Xinhua | Chinese manufacturers of electric buses have set BasiGo, a Kenya-based company, on course toward its business sustainability but also the start of a significant role in advancing Rwanda’s transition to greener transportation. It is roughly three months since BasiGo launched pilot electric buses in public transport in Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, …

Angela (2024-03-27). Monday 4/8: Virtual Community Hour: The Missing Peace. indybay.org

Angela (2024-03-27). Tuesday 4/2: Phone Bank for Listen to Wisconsin. indybay.org

Democracy Now! (2024-03-27). Democracy Now! 2024-03-27 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for March 27, 2024; Supreme Court Seems Set to Preserve Access to Mifepristone in Likely Defeat for Abortion Foes; Meet Eva Burch, Arizona State Senator Fighting Abortion Bans by Sharing Her Plan to Have an Abortion; Baltimore Key Bridge Collapses, Killing Six Immigrant Workers Who Had No Access to Emergency Warnings; “We Don’t Need More Detention Centers, More Border Patrol”: Fernando García on SB4 & New Spending Law | Headlines for March 27, 2024; Supreme Court Seems Set to Preserve Access to Mifepristone in Likely Defeat for Abortion Foes; Meet Eva Burch, Arizona State Senator Fightin…

| agencies | (2024-03-27). US ‘doesn’t support’ IP gas pipeline. tribune.com.pk The US on Tuesday said it did not support the Iran-Pakistan (IP) gas pipeline project from going forward and cautioned about the risk of sanctions in doing business with Tehran, days after Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik said the government was seeking a sanctions waiver from Washington. | “We always advise everyone that doing business with Iran runs the risk of touching upon and coming in contact with our sanctions, and would advise everyone to consider that very carefully,” a US State Department spokesperson told reporters in a press briefing. | “We do not support this pipeline going forward,” the spokesper…

Abby Zimet (2024-03-27). No Place For Bad Actors, Thanks. commondreams.org

Well that was blessedly quick. Less than a week after NBC said it would pay fascist bootlicker and election liar Ronna McDaniel to bootlick and lie on air – and a day after its employees loudly protested the move – NBC, citing their “legitimate concerns,” said oops never mind and dropped McDaniel. Along with her colleagues, Rachel Maddow had cogently argued against giving a platform to a low-life hack who is “part of an ongoing project to get rid of our system of government.”The righteous revolt by journalists at NBC and MSNBC was swift after the network announced McDaniel’s $300,000 hire Friday, two wee…

Food, Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (2024-03-27). Somalia Weekly Weather Forecast – Valid From 27th March to 2nd April 2024. reliefweb.int Country: Somalia | Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations | Please refer to the attached file. | Moderate to heavy rains expected over most parts of Somaliland, Jubaland, South West, Hirshabelle, and Galgaduud with dry conditions likely to continue over most parts of Puntland. | Weather Review for the Week Between 20th – 26th March 2024 | As the Jilal season comes to an end, the fourth week of March was marked by significant cloudiness across most parts of the country and light to moderate rainfall over a few places. The observed conditions represent a departure from the year 2023 w…

Gabisile (2024-03-27). Deputy President to brief Parliament. sanews.gov.za Deputy President to brief Parliament | Deputy President Paul Mashatile is expected to brief Parliament on Thursday about government’s plans to combat criminal activities in the construction sector. | The oral reply to Parliamentary questions will focus on plans to drive private sector investment towards addressing the triple challenges of poverty, inequality and unemployment. | According to the Presidency, he will also deal with other questions that cover a wide range of issues. | These, according to the statement, include the impact of government-led interventions in eliminating the scourge of the HIV/AIDS epid…

Sam Davis (2024-03-27). What’s so green about burning trees? The false promise of biomass energy. nationofchange.org Bioenergy companies are clear-cutting American forests to heat and electrify Europe. This broken system harms public health, the environment, and the climate.

Center for Biological Diversity (2024-03-27). Shocking Federal Report Finds 50% Wetlands Loss. indybay.org WASHINGTON, March 22, 2024 — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today released a required report to Congress that shows the dire status of America’s wetlands and highlights the urgent need for more protections.

tvbrics (2024-03-27). South African authorities step up efforts to introduce renewable energy sources. tvbrics.com Approximately 120 projects are currently underway…

MEE staff (2024-03-27). Tunisia sentences four people to death for assassination of politician Chokri Belaid. middleeasteye.net Tunisia sentences four people to death for assassination of politician Chokri Belaid | Ennahda party says the rulings are ‘conclusive evidence’ of the innocence of its jailed leaders in the 2013 murder | | A protester in Tunis demands to know who assassinated leftist opposition leader Chokri Belaid…

| Reuters | (2024-03-27). India to spend $3.7b to fence Myanmar border, source says. tribune.com.pk India plans to spend nearly $3.7 billion to fence its 1,610-km (1,000-mile) porous border with Myanmar within about a decade, said a source with direct knowledge of the matter, to prevent smuggling and other illegal activities. | New Delhi said earlier this year it would fence the border and end a decades-old visa-free movement policy with coup-hit Myanmar for border citizens for reasons of national security and to maintain the demographic structure of its northeastern region. | A government committee earlier this month approved the cost for the fencing, which needs to be approved by Prime Minister Narendra Mo…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China launches satellite to monitor marine, space environments. ecns.cn A modified Long March-6 carrier rocket carrying the Yunhai 3-02 satellite was sent into space from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China’s Shanxi Province at 6: 51 a.m. Beijing Time on Wednesday.

WSWS (2024-03-27). Spanish Acerinox metalworkers strike in Cádiz. wsws.org The heroic 50-day strike has lost the company almost 1,200 tonnes per day of production and over ‚Ǩ3.5 million ($3.80 million) over the last four weeks.

WSWS (2024-03-27). Stellantis fires 400 white-collar workers during mandatory remote workday. wsws.org Stellantis is continuing its ruthless cost-cutting drive, slashing jobs as it offloads the cost of EV transition onto workers.

Elsy Fors Garzon (2024-03-27). Former governor of Angola province convicted of corruption. plenglish.com Luanda, March 27 (Prensa Latina) The former governor of the Angolan province of Lunda-Sul Ernesto Kiteculo received today a sentence of five years and one month in prison for embezzlement of funds and abuse of power.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Insights | Chinese modernization a good example for developing countries: Lebanese scholar. ecns.cn Lebanese scholar Adham Sayed said in an interview with China New Network that it is necessary to let more people in the world see the real China, a good example of a nation working to make a better future.

albawaba (2024-03-27). Warning issued for new trading scam in UAE, even celebrities falling for it. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Investors are being cautioned by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) of the United Arab Emirates about an unauthorized firm that is purporting to be the regulated worldwide broker Equiti, with its headquarters located in Dubai.The SCA warning noted that an unlicensed firm dubbed MRL Investments Ltd. and operating under the website Equiity.com is attempting to lure investors by impersonating as the licensed brokerage branded Equiti LLC, stating “the aforementioned company is not licensed by the Authority to practice any of the activities subject to its control and supervision.”SCA warning of…

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). Foreign Ministry spokesperson’s remarks on Dasu bomb attack in Pakistan. ecns.cn A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson responded to a terrorist attack that caused Chinese casualties in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan on Tuesday.

albawaba (2024-03-27). Teen spends over half million dollar on plastic surgery. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Zhou Chuna, a young girl who is captivated by her favorite celebrity, went to extraordinary lengths to gain fame on social media. Over the span of five years, she has spent a whopping $563000 on plastic surgery, in hopes of resembling her idol and attract attention online.Zhou’s story was first covered by Chinese media, where light was shed on her obsession with cosmetic procedures from a young age age. At just 18, she underwent over 100 surgeries, funded entirely by her parents, the goal being to mirror the beauty of Chinese actress Esther Yu.ShutterstockHer journey began at the age of 13, full of ins…

Anand Naidoo (2024-03-27). The Heat: U.S. Politics. america.cgtn.com A cargo ship crashed into a bridge in the U.S. city of Baltimore after the vessel lost power. The structure gave way instantly, sending cars and construction workers into the water below. | Joining the discussion: |

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). To invest in China is to win the future: spokesperson. ecns.cn During the China Development Forum 2024 that was held on Sunday and Monday, global business leaders and practitioners spoke favorably of China’s economic prospects, saying they would continue to invest in the country.

Staff (2024-03-27). Supreme Court Seems Set to Preserve Access to Mifepristone in Likely Defeat for Abortion Foes. democracynow.org The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday on the abortion pill mifepristone, which is available by mail and can be taken at home, even in states that have severely limited or banned abortions. The case was brought by a group of anti-choice medical associations that have sought to overturn moves by the Food and Drug Administration to increase access to the drug, which is used for roughly two-thirds of all U.S. abortions. This was the first abortion-related Supreme Court hearing since the court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. A decision is expected by July. “Overall the justices showed that they were ske…

Paul Budde (2024-03-27). Mind-boggling advances in mind reading neuroscience. independentaustralia.net

ICRC (2024-03-27). Georgia: Remains of 12 people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org Article | This was possible as part of the humanitarian Coordination Mechanism on Persons Unaccounted For in Connection with the Events of 1992—1993 Armed Conflict and After, involving Abkhaz and Georgian participants, operating with the ICRC’s support since 2…

Rosalind English (2024-03-27). Developing a new tort for climate change. ukhumanrightsblog.com Michael John Smith (appellant) v Fronterra Co-operative group Ltd and others [2024] NZSC 5 This appeal to the New Zealand Supreme Court concerned strike out of a claim in tort (comprised of three causes of action) relating to damage caused by climate change. The question was whether theplaintiff’s claim should be allowed to proceed to …

Misión Verdad (2024-03-27). Treason and Scandal Among Opposition Candidates. orinocotribune.com In Venezuela, the process of registering presidential candidates for the July elections was carried out with significant drama, intrigue, and betrayals among the ranks of the various oppositions. | Manuel Rosales, leader of the Un Nuevo Tiempo (UNT) party and current governor of the state of Zulia, closed the registration day for opposition candidates, last in a long list of 12 figures from various spectrums of anti-Chavismo. | The closing of the process was decided by the controversy surrounding two names—Manuel Rosales and Corina Yoris—and by the various indications that there were apparent “problem…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Trump faces speech ban in ‘Hush Money’ case. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In a significant development in the legal battle surrounding the “hush money” payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during the 2016 Presidential elections, former US President Donald Trump has been slapped with a speech ban by Judge Juan Merchan.The case, one of four criminal proceedings against Trump, alleges that he paid “hush money” to Daniels to silence her about their alleged affair during the 2016 elections. Judge Merchan’s latest ruling imposes strict restrictions on Trump’s ability to speak about the case.Under the imposed ban, Trump is prohibited from making any statements intende…

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). European countries step up terror alerts. ecns.cn European countries, including France and Italy, are stepping up security in the wake of the recent terrorist attack at a concert hall in Moscow that killed 139 people.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Xi meets Dutch PM. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday met with Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte in Beijing.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China airs concern over Japan’s move to sell jets. ecns.cn China’s Foreign Ministry on Tuesday expressed grave concern over Japan’s latest step away from the pacifist constitution the country adopted at the end of World War II after the Japanese Cabinet approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets to other countries.

albawaba (2024-03-27). How to Start a Boutique Business in 8 Steps. albawaba.com Starting your online boutique business can be a great idea! You can easily get good revenue and save the money you will pay for an actual store. | E-commerce is the most convenient trend recently as you can start your online store and manage it from your home. | If you are planning to start your own online business, in this article we will share 8 steps to help know how to start a boutique business. | With the many e-commerce platforms nowadays, it is easier than ever to start your own business and generate good income! | Check the below 8 steps you need to follow to know how to start a boutique business: | 1. Ch…

Associated Press (2024-03-27). LGBTQ victory: Lawmakers in Thailand pass marriage equality bill. peoplesworld.org BANGKOK (AP)—Lawmakers in Thailand’s lower house of Parliament overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality bill on Wednesday that would make the country the first in Southeast Asia to legalize equal rights for marriage partners of any gender. The bill passed its final reading with the approval of 400 of the 415 members of the House of …

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis — what you thought you knew about cancer might be wrong. channelnewsasia.com Here's what the experts say based on what is currently known about the Princess of Wales's health.

Saheli Chowdhury (2024-03-27). Institutionalized Corruption: India’s Electoral Bonds Scandal Exposes Modi’s Money Laundering Machine. orinocotribune.com

The Exposé (2024-03-27). Propaganda has come back to Bite: Even the Royal Family can’t escape the Turbo Cancer being caused by COVID-19 Vaccines. expose-news.com In the years following the global rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, public discourse has been saturated with discussions about their efficacy and safety. Among the most visible figures affected by health issues in …

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Paris 2024 to install Olympic flame near Louvre. channelnewsasia.com

Chloe Atkinson (2024-03-27). Our Body Our Choice. counterpunch.org The abortion debate continues to rage and women still need to fight for the right to decide whether or not we can or should abort. Pew Research Center has conducted no shortage of surveys about abortion over the years, providing a window into Americans’ views on the subject. In a Center survey conducted nearly a

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China sends Yunhai-3 02 satellite into space. ecns.cn The satellite will be used for atmospheric and marine environment surveys, space environment monitoring, disaster prevention and reduction, and scientific experiments. It was the 514th mission of the Long March series carrier rockets.

WSWS (2024-03-27). Argentine President Milei defends fascist-military junta on anniversary of 1976 coup. wsws.org The ruling class is desperately seeking to undermine democratic consciousness and popular opposition to the military in order to prepare a return to dictatorial forms of rule.

MEE staff (2024-03-27). British-Palestinian war surgeon elected rector of University of Glasgow. middleeasteye.net British-Palestinian war surgeon elected rector of University of Glasgow | Ghassan Abu Sittah says university took principled stance on South African apartheid. Now, ‘Palestine is the anti-apartheid struggle’ | | Ghassan Abu Sittah spent 43 days operating out of al-Shifa hospital and al-Ahli Baptist…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Billion-dollar money laundering case: Suspect handed 6 new charges over forged financial statements. channelnewsasia.com

Alasdair Baverstock (2024-03-27). China invests more in projects in Latin America. america.cgtn.com China’s construction and development prowess is improving life in other countries around the world — not least in Central America, where the country of Costa Rica boasts one of the region’s primary event venues. | CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.

Earth Day Santa Cruz (2024-03-27). Saturday 4/20: Santa Cruz Earth Day Event. indybay.org Cooper St, Pacific Ave, and Abbott Square, Downtown Santa Cruz…

The Independent (2024-03-27). All set for launch of Allan Children’s Foundation. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Life will not be the same for the slums of Kikoni in Kampala as entrepreneur Allan Kato brings to life a dream of assisting the less privileged in the city and empowering unemployed youth and others in need. The Allan Children’s Foundation was unveiled on January 5, 2019, together with …

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). Boao forum sees China driving global growth. ecns.cn With China as a key growth engine, Asia will play a crucial role in bolstering the world’s economic growth this year, given the Chinese government’s strong policy support, a key report published on Tuesday stated.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Poland beat Wales 5-4 on penalties to qualify for Euro 2024. channelnewsasia.com

| Entertainment Desk | (2024-03-27). Christina Applegate gets real about breast cancer battle: “I Was Lying My A** Off” tribune.com.pk Christina Applegate has reflected bravely on her journey of battling breast cancer, expressing regret over not being fully open about the emotional toll it took. | In a podcast interview with Dax Shepard on his Armchair Podcast, she revealed, “I learned that lesson the hard way because in 2008, when I had breast cancer at 36 years old, I went out, and I was the good girl talking about ‘Oh, I love my new boobs’ that are all scarred and f—ed up. What was I thinking?” | Applegate admitted to feeling like a fraud after an interview with Robin Roberts, saying, “My first interview was with Robin Roberts when I had…

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). Anniversary of Sino-Honduran ties celebrated. ecns.cn China and Honduras renewed their commitment on Tuesday to mutual support and cooperation on the first anniversary of their diplomatic ties, with officials and analysts lauding the development of the relationship as a testament to robust partnerships with China under the one-China principle.

albawaba (2024-03-27). Visa, MasterCard new $30b settlement could actually cost you money. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – After nearly two decades in court litigation, the two major credit card providers, Visa and Mastercard, have struck a deal with retailers and merchants to decrease interchange costs, in a $30 billion settlement of a class action lawsuit.Whenever a customer buys with one of their credit cards, Visa or Mastercard charges a swipe fee, also known as an interchange cost, to complete the transaction, which it then splits with the banking institution who issued the card. Retailers pass such costs on to consumers by raising prices, thus why some discounts may be granted to those buying with cash.Retailers have…

albawaba (2024-03-27). 6 presumed dead after cargo ship causes Baltimore bridge to collapse. albawaba.com Six individuals are presumed dead following the collapse of a significant portion of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.The collapse occurred after a cargo ship, experiencing a power issue, collided with a bridge pillar early Tuesday morning.The bridge, a vital artery for Interstate 695 traffic over the Patapsco River, now lies in ruins. Rescue efforts commenced immediately, with teams searching for survivors among the debris and in the frigid waters below. The incident not only claimed lives but also disrupted one of the nation’s busiest ports, prompting Maryland Governor Wes Moore to declare a state of e…

Elsy Fors Garzon (2024-03-27). Lebanon and Italy address Middle East relations and issues. plenglish.com Beirut, March 27 (Prensa Latina) The interim Prime Minister of Lebanon, Najib Mikati, and his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni, today addressed the close and historic bilateral relations, as well as issues of common interest in the Middle East region.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Ancient city adorned with blooming cherry blossoms. ecns.cn Jianzhen road is adorned with blooming cherry blossoms in Yangzhou, east China’s Jiangsu Province, March 26, 2024.

WSWS (2024-03-27). Media blackout of “suicide” of Boeing whistleblower John Barnett continues as company CEO David Calhoun steps down. wsws.org The numerous incidents on Boeing aircraft in the past three months reflect the drive of the company’s executives to maximize profits for stockholders to the detriment of safety on its fleet of commercial airliners.

mforinoco (2024-03-27). ‘The Moscow Terror Attack Was an Inside Job!’ the Strange and Twisted World of the West’s Political and Media Russia Haters. orinocotribune.com By Tarik Cyril Amar — Mar 25, 2024 | Many of the responses to the tragedy betray both the narrow-mindedness and meanness of some of the world’s most demented Russophobes | Only a few days ago, one of the worst terrorist attacks in recent history occurred in Russia. The perpetrators stormed concert venue Crocus City Hall on the outskirts of Moscow, systematically and in cold blood massacring as many victims as they could, then starting a devastating fire that destroyed much of the adjacent shopping mall. | Numbers cannot convey the depravity of the attackers or the suffering of the victims — and of thei…

Chris Walker (2024-03-27). Supreme Court Justices Indicate They Probably Won’t Limit Access to Mifepristone. truthout.org During oral arguments on Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court seemed unwilling to entertain notions from anti-abortion litigants regarding the safety and approval process of the abortion drug mifepristone, due to those individuals having no legal standing to make such challenges. In a rare showing of bipartisanship across the bench, both liberal and conservative justices said that doctors and other… |

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). As yuan skids, markets bet more depreciation is in store. channelnewsasia.com

The Independent (2024-03-27). What is in UNEB’s new competence bassed assessment? independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Examination Board (UNEB) has overhauled its assessment approach, shifting towards competency-based evaluation required under the new lower secondary curriculum. Upon examining the sample papers released on Monday and comparing them with past papers, it’s evident that UNEB has implemented significant changes. One notable adjustment is the reduction …

The Independent (2024-03-27). NUP hits at Among for blocking Mpuuga’s removal. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Unity Platform — NUP party has cried foul and slammed Parliament for blocking the removal of Mathias Mpuuga Nsamba, from the Parliamentary Commission to defend ongoing corruption practices in the August House. NUP Secretary-General Lewis Davis Rubongoya, commented after Speaker Anita Annet Among’s letter dated 25th March 2024 rejecting the …

Editor (2024-03-27). More for Them, Less for Us. scheerpost.com

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Citi lays off 10 research staff in Asia Pacific as part of global revamp, sources say. channelnewsasia.com

Al Mayadeen (2024-03-27). Former CIA Analyst Suspects Washington Knew About Russia Terror Attack. globalresearch.ca

noreply (2024-03-27). The Main Question, However, Is… smoothiex12.blogspot.com why would Russia be interested in fighting the UK? |

Editor (2024-03-27). The U.S. is witnessing a considerable growth in strike activity. mronline.org Cornell University’s Labour Action Tracker reports have noted a 77 per cent growth in strikes since 2021.

Dr. Sucharit Bhakdi (2024-03-27). Video: Dr. Sucharit Bhakdi at the German Parliament. “The vaccination turned out to be the greatest blessing for the money and world’s elites, for the pharmaceutical industry and politics.” globalresearch.ca

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Taiwan an internal matter, China says after U.S.’ admiral’s claim. ecns.cn When and how to resolve the Taiwan question is purely China’s internal affair and China does not tolerate any external interference, a Chinese mainland spokesman said on Wednesday.

Angela (2024-03-27). Saturday 3/30: San Diego Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Bad Boys 4 trailer: Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reunite. albawaba.com The dynamic duo of Will Smith and Martin Lawrence is back in action with the explosive trailer release of ‘Bad Boys 4’, officially titled ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’.Nearly three decades after their first appearance as the iconic Miami PD detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett, the pair is set to reignite the screen with their unparalleled chemistry and signature blend of high-octane action and comedy.Directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, who helmed the successful ‘Bad Boys for Life’, the fourth installment promises to deliver the same thrilling escapades that fans have come to expect from the franchise. The…

The Independent (2024-03-27). Drought, floods show the urgency of improved water security in Africa. independent.co.ug COMMENT | TSHIDI RAMOGASE | Africa’s vulnerability to climate change was once again demonstrated in late 2023, when torrential rains swept across much of East Africa, bringing devastating floods just six months after a record-breaking five-season drought in the region. Vast areas of farmland in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia were inundated, washing away homes and …

Federico Fuentes (2024-03-27). Russia: Moscow terror attack met with repression, racism. greenleft.org.au Following the horrific terrorist attack carried out at Moscow’s Crocus City Hall on March 22, Russian leftists are warning that the government’s response is “more frightening than the terrorist attack itself”, reports Federico Fuentes.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). This Singapore female tech expert is developing a device to help people with dementia in case they get lost. channelnewsasia.com From assembling her own CPU in the 90s to developing police cameras for HDB blocks, Khoo Ri Na of Evvo Labs tells CNA Women how her love for gadgets and her knack for problem-solving led her to develop tech solutions for national security and healthcare.

Elsy Fors Garzon (2024-03-27). UN offers help to Cuba for the development of MSMEs. plenglish.com Havana, March 27 (Prensa Latina) UN agencies, funds and programs are today at Cuba’s disposal to contribute to the promotion of micro, small and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs), cooperatives and self-employed citizens’ jobs, a manager endorsed.

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). Attack on Chinese nationals in Pakistan condemned. ecns.cn China strongly condemned on Tuesday a terrorist attack that killed five Chinese nationals and one Pakistani, urging Pakistan to take practical and effective measures to protect the security of its citizens, institutions and projects, and to prevent similar incidents.

Editor at NewsOne (2024-03-27). Brandon Caldwell, Who Claimed He Was ‘Deliveredt’ From Homosexuality, Is Running For Office In St. Louis. newsone.com Andrew Caldwell, who went viral for claiming in church that he was “deliveredt” from being a homosexual, announced his run for public office.

albawaba (2024-03-27). How to Sell Online and Make Money: 8 Ways! albawaba.com Having your online business can be total fun. You can generate good income by starting your very own business from home or anywhere! | You can sell a product or service and plan everything as you wish. In this article, we will help you understand and plan how to sell online and make money. | With the many e-commerce platforms nowadays, it is easier than ever to start your own business and generate good income! | Check the below 8 steps you need to follow to know how to sell online and make money: : | 1. Choose Your Audience. | 2. Create Your Own Market Analyses. | 3. Create Your Own Brand Identity. | 4. Fo…

Binoy Kampmark (2024-03-27). Distinctions Without Difference: The Security Council on Gaza Passes. dissidentvoice.org The UN Security Council presents one of the great contradictions of power in the international system. On the one hand vested with enormous latitude in order to preserve international peace and security, it remains checked, limited and, it can be argued, crippled by an all too regular use of the veto by members of the …

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Belgium coach Tedesco content despite England's late equaliser. channelnewsasia.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). Cooperation seen key to Asia energy transition. ecns.cn Multi-dimensional and comprehensive cooperation in Asia, in terms of policies, industry regulations, technologies and market mechanisms, is vital to help advance the journey toward zero-carbon electricity, experts said as a new report on green transition was unveiled on March 26.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Davis leads Lakers comeback over Bucks in overtime thriller. channelnewsasia.com

ICRC (2024-03-27). Visa Pour l’Image: Call for entries for the 2024 Humanitarian Visa d’or Award. icrc.org

WSWS (2024-03-27). UK ramps up tensions with China, in alliance with the US. wsws.org Five national newspapers led their front pages Tuesday with the anti-China message and three of them—the Telegraph, the Times and Mail—demanded the government go much further against China.

The Independent (2024-03-27). Water scarcity hits Napak schools like never before. independent.co.ug Napak, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Water scarcity has become a pressing issue in primary schools across Napak district, compelling pupils to trek long distances to access clean water from neighboring communities. Currently, water coverage in primary schools throughout the district stands at 68 percent, with at least seven schools urgently requiring water facilities. For …

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China condemns terrorist attack in Pakistan. ecns.cn China strongly condemns the terrorist attack that killed five Chinese and one Pakistani national in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, and asks Pakistan to thoroughly investigate the incident as soon as possible, hunt down the perpetrators, and bring them to justice.

Editor (2024-03-27). US TikTok Ban Aims to Weaken China & Protect Big Tech Monopolies. scheerpost.com

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). China files WTO complaint against U.S.’ discriminatory EV subsidy policies. ecns.cn China filed a complaint to the World Trade Organization against the United States Inflation Reduction Act on Tuesday to protect the interests of its electric vehicle companies and ensure fair competition in the global EV industry.

Drago Bosnic (2024-03-27). Political West Blocks Russia’s UN Discussion About NATO Aggression on Serbia. globalresearch.ca

Angela (2024-03-27). Thursday 3/28: Reject AIPAC: Campaign Launch National Call. indybay.org

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Baltimore bridge taken down by cargo ship. ecns.cn Six people are still missing. The 2.6-km-long bridge carries Interstate-695 Baltimore Beltway traffic, with about 11.5 million vehicles crossing the bridge each year.

Federico Fuentes (2024-03-27). Ksenia Kagarlitsky: ‘The left needs to show solidarity with Russian anti-war political prisoners’. greenleft.org.au Boris Kagarlitsky’s daughter, Ksenia Kagarlitsky, and others inside and outside Russia, are spearheading a global campaign to demand her father’s release. She spoke with Green Left's Federico Fuentes about the campaign and the need for solidarity with all political prisoners in Russia.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). China sends multirole satellite into orbit. ecns.cn China launched a Long March 6A carrier rocket to send a multirole satellite into orbit on Wednesday morning, according to China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp.

Patricia Harrity (2024-03-27). Boots Pharmacy to Sell Covid Jabs On The UK High Streets For the First Time to Anyone Over 12 Years Old. expose-news.com COVID-19 jabs will be sold on the high street for just under £99 from next week, as Boots becomes the first major pharmacy to launch a private vaccination service. The single-dose Pfizer …

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). France fight back to claim 3-2 home win over Chile. channelnewsasia.com

scorinoco (2024-03-27). Is Haiti’s Former De Facto Prime Minister Ariel Henry Now a De Facto Prisoner? orinocotribune.com

| Reuters | (2024-03-27). India strongly objects to US remarks on opposition leader Kejriwal’s arrest. tribune.com.pk India has strongly objected to remarks made by the United States on the arrest of key opposition leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. | New Delhi’s objection came two days after Washington said it is closely following reports of Kejriwal’s arrest and that it encourages a fair legal process. | Kejriwal, whose Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) governs the national capital territory and the northern state of Punjab, was arrested last week by the federal financial crime-fighting agency on corruption charges, weeks before India begins voting in general elections on April 19.

| Entertainment Desk | (2024-03-27). Timothee Chalamet secures Warner Bros deal after success of ‘Dune 2’ and ‘Wonka’. tribune.com.pk Timothee Chalamet made history as the youngest actor nominated for an Oscar in 2018 for his performance in “Call Me By Your Name.” | He has since garnered acclaim for his roles in films such as “Beautiful Boy,” “Little Women,” as well as the recent box office hits “Wonka” and “Dune Part Two” | The 28-year-old actor has now entered into a first-look agreement with the studio, enabling Chalamet to present projects for consideration as potential roles or productions. | In a statement reported by DailyMail on Tuesday, Chalamet expressed his gratitude for the deal, stating, “These are studio heads who believe in re…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Brazil fight back to draw 3-3 with Spain in friendly. channelnewsasia.com

| Entertainment Desk | (2024-03-27). Musician Paul Simon recalls challenges of his ‘exhaustive’ marriage to Star Wars star Carrie Fisher. tribune.com.pk Paul Simon has opened up about his short-lived, tumultuous marriage to Carrie Fisher describing their relationship as a “whirlwind” complicated by the immense fame of the “Star Wars” star. | “Carrie was much more show business oriented,” Simon reflected in the documentary “In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon.” | “…She knew how to manipulate it and make it work for her. She was really good at it, and I wasn’t.” | Simon’s friend and best man, SNL producer Lorne Michaels said that there were lots of things that were remarkable about the time, but also it was two people at career peaks, and that’s always…

| Reuters | (2024-03-27). Baltimore rescuers lose hope for more survivors from bridge collapse. tribune.com.pk Rescuers have lost hope of finding more survivors of the Baltimore bridge collapse, the coast guard said, as efforts switched on Wednesday to looking for bodies of the missing and more answers to why a container ship smashed into the span. | Search divers were expected to return near dawn to the waters surrounding the twisted ruins of the bridge in Baltimore Harbor to search for six workers missing and now presumed dead. | The disaster has forced the indefinite closure of the Port of Baltimore, one of the busiest on the U.S. Eastern Seaboard, and created a traffic quagmire for Baltimore and the surrounding reg…

Alexandra Jacobo (2024-03-27). Cori Bush calls for repeal of antiquated Comstock law amid rising anti-abortion tactics. nationofchange.org With the U.S. Supreme Court’s current review of mifepristone access—a drug fundamental to over 60% of abortions in the U.S.—the urgency of Bush’s demand is palpable.

Staff (2024-03-27). Meet Eva Burch, Arizona State Senator Fighting Abortion Bans by Sharing Her Plan to Have an Abortion. democracynow.org Democratic Arizona state Senator Eva Burch made headlines last week after speaking on the floor of the state Senate about her plans to obtain an abortion after receiving news that her pregnancy was nonviable. Arizona has banned all abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. “I felt like it was really important for me to bring people along, so that people could really see what this looks like,” says Burch, a former nurse practitioner who worked at a women’s health clinic before running for office, about why she decided to publicly tell her story. “I wanted to pull people into the conversation s…

The Independent (2024-03-27). Driving Change: The vital role of Public-Private Partnerships in boosting road safety awareness. independent.co.ug COMMENT | VALERY OKECHO | Public-private partnerships are not merely advantageous; they are indispensable in addressing pressing societal issues, with road safety awareness being a prime example. When government entities and private enterprises collaborate, they bring together resources, expertise, and networks to tackle complex challenges effectively. This synergy is crucial in implementing innovative solutions and …

ICRC (2024-03-27). Haiti: ICRC activities in 2023. icrc.org Article | In the Republic of Haiti, in particular in the metropolitan area of Port-au-Prince, the ICRC used its expertise to respond to the protection needs of people affected by armed violence.

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). Country vows to create more opportunities for investors. ecns.cn China’s rich innovative application scenarios, supportive policies and thriving market will continue to offer appealing investment opportunities for global investors, particularly in the fields of emerging industries and innovative business formats.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Renault to sell Nissan stake of about 2.5%. channelnewsasia.com

albawaba (2024-03-27). 4 sentenced to death for the murder of Tunisia opposition leader Chokri Belaid. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Tunisian deputy public prosecutor of the anti-terrorist judicial division said Wednesday that four individuals have been sentenced to death and two to life in prison for the assassination of Tunisian opposition leader Chokri Belaid in 2013.A total of 23 people had been in charged in connection with the murder of leftist Belaid. Sentences ranging from two to 120 years were handed down to other defendants, while five were acquitted, AFP reported.A Tunisian court sentenced four people to death and two people to life in prison on charges of participating in the murder of prominent political leader Chok…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Research highlights Australia's carbon credit 'catastrophe'. channelnewsasia.com

Kate Litman (2024-03-27). Weekly Round-Up: Hong Kong passes new security law and Court of Appeal rules on protesters’ criminal damage defence. ukhumanrightsblog.com In UK News On Tuesday the government published its response to the public inquiry into Brook House Immigration Removal Centre. The inquiry was a response to a 2017 investigative documentary, which included footage of staff abusing detained people. The inquiry’s report was published on 19 September 2023. In its response the government described the documentary …

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). 3 U.S. big tech giants face EU inquiry. ecns.cn The European Commission launched a noncompliance investigation on Monday into U.S. tech giants Apple, Google parent Alphabet and Meta for violating its Digital Markets Act, or DMA.

Patricia Harrity (2024-03-27). Dr. Mercola — ‘Google Is a Surveillance Agency — Here’s How You Can De-Google Your Life.’. expose-news.com ‘Google is also a censoring agency with the ability to restrict or block access to websites across the internet, thus deciding what people can and cannot see in order to manipulate public …

WSWS (2024-03-27). Baltimore-area bridge collapses following collision with cargo vessel. wsws.org While more details will emerge in the coming days, what is certain is that cost-cutting and profiteering played a central role in the disaster.

Chris Walker (2024-03-27). RNC Is Demanding New Job Applicants Say Whether 2020 Election Was “Stolen” truthout.org The Republican National Committee (RNC) is reportedly asking applicants to demonstrate their loyalty to former President Donald Trump by answering a question on the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election. Specifically, applicants are being asked whether they believe that the outcome of that election — which Trump lost to President Joe Biden — was affected by election fraud… |

The Independent (2024-03-27). Defence spending Shs.400 million monthly to fly troops to Somalia. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Defence is spending a total of Shs400 million monthly to fly troops to Somalia and other destinations following the grounding of planes owned by Uganda Air Cargo. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Rosette Byengoma, told the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs that Uganda Air Cargo …

Staff (2024-03-27). ED registers case against IT firm of CM Vijayan’s daughter. muslimmirror.com KOCHI : The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday initiated an investigation into a money laundering case involving Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter Veena Vijayan’s IT firm and the Cochin-based mining firm CMRL. The case is already being probed by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO). The Kochi office of the ED has filed an ECIR …

The Independent (2024-03-27). Texas and the perpetual crisis of American federalism. independent.co.ug COMMENT | ALISON L LACROIX | By claiming that it has the power to enforce its own immigration policy, even when that policy conflicts with federal law, Texas has reignited a debate about federalism that is as old as the United States itself. But with so many commentators invoking the past to justify their positions, …

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). CNA Correspondent Podcast: Megaproject in Thailand – A bridge too far? channelnewsasia.com The plan for a land bridge between the Indian and Pacific Oceans will cut across rich ecosystems and farmland in Thailand.

ecns.cn (2024-03-27). Over 1,000 Lancang-Mekong Express freight train trips operated since opening. ecns.cn As of Monday, more than 1,000 Lancang-Mekong Express freight train trips have been operated and 395,000 tonnes of goods have been shipped since its opening, according to the China Railway Kunming Group Co., Ltd.

albawaba (2024-03-27). How to Open an Online Store in Simple Steps. albawaba.com E-commerce is the most convenient trend recently as you can start your online store and manage it from your home. | Whether you want to sell handmade products or unique items, in this article we will share easy steps to help know how to open an online store. | With the many e-commerce platforms nowadays, it is easier than ever to start your own business and generate good income! | Check the below 8 steps you need to follow to know how to open an online store in simple ways: | 1. Choose Your Audience. | 2. Create Your Own Market Analyses. | 3. Create Your Own Brand Identity. | 4. Focus on Quality. | 5. Create Prod…

Angela (2024-03-27). Wednesday 4/10: Webinar: Countering AIPAC. indybay.org

ecns.cn (2024-03-26). Team China beat Singapore in Tianjin. ecns.cn Team China celebrated a long-awaited World Cup qualifier win against Singapore on Tuesday to offer home fans an escape from long sufferings supporting the underachieving squad.

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Woman hired private investigators to prove husband's adultery, man denies it but fails in court appeal. channelnewsasia.com The wife also obtained evidence of the man's infidelity from the partner of his mistress, who detailed how he found out she was cheating on him.

Staff (2024-03-27). Muslims demand 50 seats in upcoming Lok Sabha election from INDIA Bloc. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff Muslim United Front and Muslim JAC Guntur has demanded that constituents of INDIA bloc, including Congress, allot at least 50 Lok Sabha seats to Muslims in the forthcoming parliamentary elections. This demand comes as part of a larger effort to increase the representation of Muslim candidates in the Indian parliament. In …

Unicorn Riot (2024-03-27). Altering Exarcheia From the Square to Strefi Hill: A Timeline and Film. unicornriot.ninja

| AFP | (2024-03-27). ‘Just staggering’: UN says households waste 1b meals a day. tribune.com.pk Households around the world threw away one billion meals every single day in 2022 in what the United Nations on Wednesday called a “global tragedy” of food waste. | More than $1 trillion worth of food was binned by households and businesses at a time when nearly 800 million people were going hungry, the UN’s latest Food Waste Index Report says. | It said that more than 1 billion tonnes of food — almost one fifth of all the produce available on the market — was wasted in 2022, most of it by households. | “Food waste is a global tragedy. Millions will go hungry today as food is wasted across the world,” Inger…

Chris Walker (2024-03-27). Marilyn Lands Wins Alabama Special Election Using Abortion Rights Message. truthout.org A Democratic candidate flipped control of an Alabama state House of Representatives seat on Tuesday, running on a platform of supporting reproductive and abortion rights in a district that has long been held by Republicans. Democrat Marilyn Lands defeated Republican Teddy Powell in the race, receiving 62 percent of the vote to his 38 percent in the Huntsville-area matchup. The shift in voters’… |

Angela (2024-03-27). Sunday 3/31: Monterey Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Windows on the Bay Park, Del Monte Beach | Monterey, CA…

albawaba (2024-03-27). Najwa Karam: ‘I saw Jesus inside my home’. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Lebanese singer Najwa Karam has caused a buzz on social media after saying she saw Jesus next to the T.V. in her house one night. Najwa Karam was speaking inside a church and telling the story of what happened to her. She said: “That night I prayed, and I slept and all the night I was opening my eyes to see Jesus with his hand on the television.”The Lebanese star, who is known for being a religious woman, maintained that when she saw Jesus he was wearing a velvet fabric dress in the purple color. ÿ¥Ÿà ÿ≠ŸÑŸà ŸÉŸÑÿß&…

Staff (2024-03-27). Iran will not hesitate to support Palestine: Supreme Leader. muslimmirror.com Tehran : Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that Iran will not hesitate to support the Palestinian cause and the oppressed people of Gaza. The Supreme Leader made the remarks in a meeting with Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on Tuesday. Ayatollah Khamenei praised the resistance of the …

Alfred de Zayas (2024-03-27). UN Charter, UN Credibility and Unlawful Unilateral Coercive Measures. counterpunch.org Statement before the United Nations Security Council, Arria Formula Meeting, 25 March 2024. Excellencies, distinguished delegates, The unlawfulness of unilateral coercive measures imposed by certain countries against other States, businesses and individuals has been documented in United Nations studies going back to the seminal report issued in the year 2000 by the Subcommission on the

| Our Correspondent | (2024-03-27). PTI questions credibility of verdicts against Imran following judges’ letter. tribune.com.pk Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders associated on Wednesday the letter written by six Islamabad High Court (IHC) judges to the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) to court decisions against party founder Imran Khan and claimed the same have lost their credibility. | Six IHC judges reached out to the SJC a day earlier seeking clarity on the alleged intrusion of executive members, including intelligence operatives, in judicial matters. | Addressing a press conference today, PTI chairman Barrister Gohar Khan, accompanied by general secretary Omar Ayub and information secretary Raoof Hasan, highlighted the unprecede…

tvbrics (2024-03-27). After introduction of visa-free travel between Russia and China, the number of tourists is on rise. tvbrics.com Russian travellers assess China’s gastronomy…

| Entertainment Desk | (2024-03-27). ‘Quiet on Set’ Will Have 5th Episode with Drake Bell Interview Titled ‘Breaking the Silence’. tribune.com.pk Investigation Discovery expands its docuseries “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” with a fifth episode titled “Breaking the Silence.” | “Breaking the Silence” premieres April 7th, featuring interviews with “Drake & Josh” star Drake Bell and other former Nickelodeon child stars. | This installment focuses on the “toxic and dangerous culture” within popular 90s and 2000s children’s television shows. | “With Breaking the Silence, we’re digging deeper into the crucial conversations the docuseries ignited and exploring the lingering questions left in their wake to provide further insight from the brave voices…

The Independent (2024-03-27). Betting on Brawls: Must-Know Football Rivalries. independent.co.ug So you wanna bet on the beautiful game? Well, arm yourself with some real knowledge, because some matches are more than just goals — they’re epic clashes with enough bad blood to fill a vampire convention. These are the rivalries that’ll have you glued to the screen, biting your nails (and maybe your betting slip) …

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Former T-ara member Areum reportedly hospitalised after suicide attempt. channelnewsasia.com The South Korean singer is receiving treatment but has not regained consciousness, reported media outlet Osen. She had recently revealed her ex-husband's domestic abuse.

Eric A. Gordon (2024-03-27). Laos: A People’s Democratic Republic travelogue. peoplesworld.org Five overnights in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic hardly make me an expert on Laos, one of the world’s few Communist Party-run countries, and one that readers seldom hear much about. But last month, I had the opportunity to visit two cities in Laos, the old capital of Luang Prabang and the new capital Vientiane, …

Dr. Paul Craig Roberts (2024-03-27). The Most Astounding Feature of the Assange Case, From “Treason” to “Espionage”. Dr. Paul C. Roberts. globalresearch.ca

Dan Collyns (2024-03-27). Haitian children caught up in the chaos in the country. america.cgtn.com Haiti’s capital Port-au-Prince remains engulfed in violence and a political power vacuum. | Gangs have a stranglehold on roads and ports in the city and tens of thousands have fled. The UN says half of the estimated 360,000 displaced are children. | What does this mean for the future of Haiti? | CGTN’s Dan Collyns reports in Cap-Haitien.

Staff (2024-03-27). Complaint filed against AAP legal cell’s court protests over CM Kejriwal’s arrest. muslimmirror.com NEW DELHI : A complaint has been lodged with the acting Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court regarding a protest called by the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) legal cell in the vicinity of courts against the arrest of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Scheduled for Wednesday across various Delhi courts, this demonstration by the legal …

Andrea Barajas (2024-03-27). Philly’s Law-and-Order Policy Worsens Overdose Crisis and Hinders Harm Reduction. truthout.org On February 1, the Philadelphia Police Department’s (PPD) Special Response Team, the Pennsylvania State Police, the attorney general’s Bureau of Narcotics Investigation department and Homeland Security jointly conducted a militarized raid in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood. The law enforcement quaternity, heavily armed and dressed in military fatigues, appeared from countless police vans… |

Orinoco Tribune 2 (2024-03-27). Where the US Is Training Soldiers to Spy on China in the Age of Cellphones and Facial Recognition. orinocotribune.com By Jack Poulson — Mar 20, 2024 | Fort Huachuca’s Human Intelligence Training Center plans to teach soldiers to evade adversary counterintelligence, including through remotely manipulating cellphone sensors and wiping hidden volumes. | Within Fort Huachuca in southeastern Arizona, the U.S. Defense Department is quietly training its soldiers on how to spy against ‘near-peer’ adversaries such as China in the age of cellphones and facial recognition. While the Central Intelligence Agency receives the bulk of popular attention and critique for collecting what is referred to as ‘human intelligence’, or ‘HUMINT’, t…

channelnewsasia (2024-03-27). Teenager to be charged with allegedly hitting victim with metal rod in Sengkang. channelnewsasia.com The victim was walking along Fernvale Lane in Sengkang when an unknown assailant allegedly struck her back with a metal rod and hurled vulgarities at her.

Rhoda Wilson (2024-03-27). NHS waiting lists will not be reduced without disastrous political policies being addressed. expose-news.com The latest information available, data for the end of January, show the overall UK National Health Service (“NHS”) waiting list had fallen slightly to 7.58 million. In November 2023, BBC reported that …

Food, Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (2024-03-27). La lucha contra las enfermedades de los animales en el Yemen. reliefweb.int Country: Yemen | Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations | Los auxiliares de sanidad animal primaria subsanan las deficiencias veterinarias debidas al conflicto | “Siento un orgullo profundo cuando veo el respeto y aprecio por la profesión que he elegido reflejados en los ojos de las personas”, dice Tariq Al-Haidari, de 48 años. “Logré muchos éxitos en la profesión y esto me hace sentir que he obtenido un logro”. | Tariq es uno de los 200 auxiliares de sanidad animal primaria capacitados en el marco de un proyecto de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Alimentación y la Agric…

Food, Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (2024-03-27). Yemen: La lutte contre les maladies animales au Yémen. reliefweb.int Country: Yemen | Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations | Les professionnels de la santé animale au niveau local comblent les lacunes en soins vétérinaires créées par le conflit | ´J’éprouve une profonde fierté lorsque je vois dans le regard des gens le respect et la reconnaissance du métier que j’ai choisi ª, déclare Tariq Al-Haidari, 48 ans. ´Mon métier m’a apporté bien des victoires et j’en retire un vrai sentiment de réussite. ª | Tariq fait partie des 200 agents communautaires de santé animale formés dans le cadre d’un projet mis en ≈ìuvre par l…

Danish Refugee Council (2024-03-27). Peru: Monitoreo de Protección Lima: Snapshot Lima – Perú, diciembre 2023-febrero 2024. reliefweb.int Countries: Ecuador, Haiti, Peru, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) | Sources: Danish Refugee Council, Jesuit Refugee Service | Please refer to the attached file. | Este snapshot resume los principales hallazgos del Monitoreo de Protección (MdP) realizado en Lima durante el mes de diciembre 2023 a febrero 2024, como parte de la intervención humanitaria del Consejo Danés para Refugiados (DRC) y ENCUENTROS SJM en el Perú. Este proyecto se ejecuta con el apoyo financiero de la Oficina de Protección Civil y Ayuda Humanitaria de la Unión Europea (ECHO).

3iSolution (2024-03-27). Nota metodológica – Pronósticos de Desplazamientos Individuales y Masivos 2024, Colombia. reliefweb.int Country: Colombia | Sources: 3iSolution, Blumont, iMMAP Inc. | Please refer to the attached file. | El presente documento detalla la metodología empleada en el pronóstico de desplazamientos individuales y masivos para el año 2024 en Colombia. Este análisis ha sido posible gracias a la utilización de datos históricos desde 2016, proporcionados por el Registro àönico de Víctimas y datos de la organización Blumont. En este trabajo, se describen las metodologías aplicadas, destacando la más eficaz para el pronóstico. Se presentan los resultados del número estimado de desplazamientos para 2024, así como un…

Collective, CADTM International (2024-03-27). More than 200 civil society organisations demand the suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-27). The World Bank and the Philippines. cadtm.org

Collective (2024-03-27). CSOs and TUs reject cosmetic consultations of IMF. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-27). For a Europe of the peoples against the EU fortress of capitalism. cadtm.org

GRAIN (2024-03-27). Food inflation: The math doesn’t add up without factoring in corporate power. cadtm.org

CADTM International (2024-03-27). Where is Zinaba? Where are the abducted Burkina Faso activists? cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-27). The World Bank and the IMF in Indonesia: an emblematic interference. cadtm.org

Eric Toussaint (2024-03-27). The World Bank’s support of the dictatorship in Turkey (1980-1983). cadtm.org

newarab (2024-03-27). US denies Israeli claims about UNSC ceasefire resolution. newarab.com The US on Tuesday denied Israeli claims the This comes after Hamas announced its rejection of the latest truce plan put forward by mediators from the US, Qatar and Egypt at talks in The group

newarab (2024-03-27). Ireland to join South Africa genocide case against Israel. newarab.com Announcing the move, Foreign Minister

newarab (2024-03-27). Turkey denies arms exports to Israel amid war on Gaza. newarab.com Online magazine The Cradle mentioned a report from Trading Economics that in January, the country exported almost $319 million in goods to Israel including precious metals, chemicals, insecticides, nuclear reactor parts, gunpowder,…

newarab (2024-03-27). Israel army probes deadly attack on Gaza MSF aid shelter. newarab.com The The incident killed two people and left seven injured, British broadcaster Sky News reported. | The media outlet said the site had been housing 64 people, among them MSF drivers and their relatives.

newarab (2024-03-27). Gallant tells US to ensure Israel has regional military edge. newarab.com White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan held a second day of talks on Tuesday with Israeli Defence Minister The White House meeting came a day after Israeli Prime Minister

newarab (2024-03-27). Celebrities urge UK government to end arms export to Israel. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-27). A majority of Americans now oppose Israel’s war on Gaza>. newarab.com A majority of Americans now oppose A Gallup poll released on Wednesday found that 55 percent of Americans now oppose the war, a ten percent increase since the last survey was Only one-third of Americans now support Israe…

newarab (2024-03-27). Israel looking to assault Rafah ‘after Eid’: Egyptian source. newarab.com Israel will not launch its anticipated ground invasion of the southern Gaza city of

newarab (2024-03-27). Ben-Gvir accuses Biden of preferring Hamas’ Sinwar to Israel. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-27). UK pro-Palestine group shuts down Israeli-owned arms factory. newarab.com Pro-Palestine activist group Eight activists blockaded all three access points into the Instro Precision weapons factory in Discovery Park Kent, owned by Elbit Systems, the Israeli arms manufacturer. | Founded in 2020,

newarab (2024-03-27). Inside the Israeli far-right movement to starve Gaza. newarab.com On 15 December 2023, the Israeli cabinet The announcement overturned a previous decision by Israel to put Gaza under total siege in retaliation for the Allowing the entry of humanitarian aid, however, did not sit well with some families of the ca…

newarab (2024-03-27). UK lawmakers call on government to halt Israel arms sales. newarab.com Over 130 The letter, sent to Foreign Secretary Signatories included Labour MP Zarah Sultana, Stephen Flynn, the head of the Scottish Na…

newarab (2024-03-27). France denies supplying arms for Gaza war. newarab.com Marseille-based firm Eurolinks had sold Israel M27 links, metal pieces used to join rifle cartridges into ammunition belts for machine guns, investigative websites Disclose and Marsactu wrote. | Such ammunition “could have been used against civili…

newarab (2024-03-27). How Israeli settler outposts are surging in the West Bank. newarab.com In the last five months of Israel’s ferocious assault on Gaza, Between October and January,

newarab (2024-03-27). Israel ‘at risk of sanctions’ if it ignores UNSC Gaza truce. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-27). What the 1860 Damascus massacre teaches us about coexistence. newarab.com “Let us finish the Christians, let us exterminate them,” shrieked the mob outside the Damascus Citadel. | Soon after, the Citadel — which housed thousands of The 1860 outbreak of anti-Christian violence was a shocking and shameful episode in Damascus’s history. Centuries of co-existence, tol…

newarab (2024-03-27). This Ramadan keep bloodsoaked politicians out of our mosques. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-27). Abdel Halim’s family sues ad for ‘tampering with heritage’. newarab.com An Egyptian court has halted the broadcast of a recently launched TV commercial after the family of late legendary Local news outlets reported that the judge A TV commercial for a newly launched tou…

newarab (2024-03-27). Iraq raises car fuel prices, taxes celebrities. newarab.com In a strategic manoeuvre to overhaul fiscal strategies, the

newarab (2024-03-27). China, UAE, Turkey raise bank scrutiny over Russia oil deals. newarab.com Payment delays reduce revenue to the Kremlin and make them erratic, allowing Washington to…

newarab (2024-03-27). Veiled Threat: The targeted othering of British Muslim women. newarab.com Never has my existence as a mixed-race visibly Muslim British woman been conveyed so perfectly in a book as Nadeine Asbali’s Published by Biteback Publishing in January 2024, the British Libyan Of cou…

newarab (2024-03-27). Beyond bystanderism: Why Palestine is a cause for us all. newarab.com Attempting to pen down this article has become an exercise in perpetual frustration. Each effort to put pen to paper is violently interrupted by a relentless stream of new The ink has barely dried on one atrocity before another one is committed. | As I write this, it has been 173 days of brutality and death visited upon Palestinians in

newarab (2024-03-27). Tunisia arrersts Kwongang, ex-head of migrant students group. newarab.com

newarab (2024-03-27). The real price of Egypt’s ‚Ǩ7.4 billion agreement with the EU. newarab.com The EU agreed last week to loan Egypt ‚Ǩ7.4 billion in a The funding pushes Egypt closer to the EU than ever before and gives President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi the incentive to implement even harsher policies towards migrants. | The EU

newarab (2024-03-27). Tunisia sentences four to death for murder of Chokri Belaid. newarab.com

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Over 100 MPs urge UK government to ban arms sales to Israel. presstv.ir More than 100 British MPs have urged the UK government to immediately ban arms sale to Israel.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Chilean protesters demand Gaza ceasefire, end to Israeli siege. presstv.ir Chileans take to the streets of Santiago, demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the Israeli siege of the territory.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Protesters block San Francisco airport, demand permanent ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Protesters urging ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the US’s military support for Israel, block the international terminal at San Francisco International Airport.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Israel deliberately stalling Gaza ceasefire talks: Hamas. presstv.ir A senior member of Hamas says Israel is deliberately stalling the ongoing indirect Gaza ceasefire talks.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Gaza children go to sleep hungry, they are being ‘wasted’: WFP. presstv.ir The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that famine is imminent in the northern Gaza Strip.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). World states rally behind UN expert slamming Israel over Gaza genocide. presstv.ir Dozens of diplomats defend the UN expert who concluded that Israel was committing acts of genocide against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Gaza protesters interrupt ‘genocide Joe’ as rage rises over US Israel support. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt president Joe Biden’s campaign speech in North Carolina by chanting slogans and protesting his support for the crimes of the Zionist regime.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Hezbollah targets Israeli barracks in response to deadly Habbariyeh strike. presstv.ir Hezbollah fighters launch dozens of rockets at an Israeli military barracks in response to an earlier air strike that killed seven medical staff in southern Lebanon.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Seven medical staff killed in Israeli attack on south Lebanon’s emergency center. presstv.ir At least seven rescuers are killed when an Israeli air strike targeted an emergency and relief center in Lebanon’s southern village of Habbariyeh.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Majority in US disapprove of Israel’s brutality against Palestinians: Poll. presstv.ir The pollster Gallup says support for Israel’s brutal campaign in Gaza has dropped from 50 percent in November to 36 in March.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Russia: US exposed itself, covering up for Ukraine after Moscow carnage. presstv.ir “If Kiev had not actually been involved in the attack, Washington’s first reaction would have been to stress the need for an investigation.”

scorinoco (2024-03-27). US Airstrikes on Syria Kill 7 Syrian Army Soldiers and a Military Advisor From Iran. orinocotribune.com US airstrikes on the eastern Syrian province of Deir Ezzor killed seven soldiers of the Syrian Arab Army and a military advisor of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC). | The official Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) reported that US warplanes carried out 10 simultaneous strikes on residential neighborhoods and military installations in the province, including the cities of Deir Ezzor, Mayadin, and Bukamal, on Tuesday, March 26. | The overnight airstrikes also injured 19 soldiers and 13 civilians, and caused material damage to public and private property. | IRGC advisor Behrouz Vahedi was martyred when US…

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). UN warns planet ‘on the brink’ after warmest decade on record. presstv.ir Global temperatures “smashed” heat records last year.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Pakistan says Iran’s gas project ‘need of the hour’, pushes for US sanctions waiver. presstv.ir Pakistan says Islamabad’s position on the gas transfer project with the Islamic Republic is not merely an expression of desire but “the need of the hour.”

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Iran proud of supporting Palestine’s cause: Raeisi. presstv.ir Raeisi tells Hamas leader that Iran feels proud for supporting the cause of Palestine.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Deadly flash floods hit Afghan province of Herat. presstv.ir Flash flooding has swamped the streets of the city of Herat in Afghanistan, killing at least five people and causing widespread damage…

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). ‘I saw most appalling atrocities’: UK surgeon who volunteered in Gaza. presstv.ir Four medical doctors from the US, UK, and France shared their experiences in Gaza at the United Nations.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Iran ‘fully ready’ to cooperate with independent countries to fight terrorism: Ambassador. presstv.ir Iran’s ambassador to Russia condemns the recent deadly terrorist attack in a concert hall on the outskirts of Moscow, expressing the Islamic Republic’s readiness to cooperate with independent countries in the fight against terrorism.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Belgian farmers clash with police during protests against EU’s policies. presstv.ir Belgian farmers clash with the police amid protest against the European Union’s policies in this area, on the eve of the meeting of the bloc’s agriculture ministers.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Assange to remain jailed, US extradition delayed. presstv.ir To supporters of Julian Assange this is not just about the extradition of one man, but also about the profound consequences that it will have for press freedom in the UK and elsewhere around the world.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Iran renews gas export contract with Iraq: Oil Ministry. presstv.ir Iran signs a 5-year extension on its gas supply deal with Iraq.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Thousands of houses underwater as dam leak worsens flooding in Indonesia. presstv.ir

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). US, S Korean troops stage wargames days after Pyongyang fires multiple rockets. presstv.ir South Korean and US troops hold joint drills.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Storm leaves widespread damages in various US states. presstv.ir Severe weather has wreaked havoc across parts of the Midwest, with suspected tornadoes touching down in several small towns in Indiana and nearby states on Thursday.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). Storm leaves widespread damage in various US states. presstv.ir Severe weather has wreaked havoc across parts of the Midwest, with suspected tornadoes touching down in several small towns in Indiana and nearby states.

presstv.ir (2024-03-27). South Korea’s medical professors submit resignations and join protests. presstv.ir South Korean medical professors submit their resignations en masse to support a trainee doctors’ strike over a government plan to boost medical school admissions.

Larry Johnson (2024-03-27). Doing a Deep Dive on the Crocus City Hall Terrorist Attack. sonar21.com Normally I do a weekly chat with Nima on Friday. But the 22 March terrorist attack on the civilians attending a concert at the Crocus City Hall in Moscow required a Monday discussion. Here it is: | Just found the Ryan Dawson’s post of the round table with Scott Ritter and me.

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