(2024-07-28). Israel threatens to escalate attacks on Lebanon following rocket attack in occupied Golan Heights. peoplesdispatch.org Hezbollah has denied responsibility for the rocket attack on Majdal Shams with many viewing it as a pretext for Israel to escalate its war against Hezbollah and to incite a regional war…
(2024-07-28). Israel says Hezbollah rocket kills 12 at Golan football pitch, fears of all-out war. scmp.com Hezbollah denied any responsibility for the deadliest strike in Israel or Israeli-annexed territory since the start of the Gaza conflict.
(2024-07-28). Not Enemy Rocket, But Israel's Own Missile Misfired, Killed Kids: Hezbollah Mouthpiece Claim | Golan. hindustantimes.com Hezbollah-affiliated al Mayadeen on July 27 reported, citing Israeli media, that the explosion in Majdal Shams in occupied Golan Heights may have been caused by an Iron Dome anti-air missile that deviated off its course. This comes after the Lebanese militant group denied any involvement and responsibility for a deadly strike on Majdal Shams in which at least 12 people have been killed and 19 others wounded.
(2024-07-28). Rocket Strike in Golan Heights Kills 10 as Israel Blames Hezbollah. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A rocket strike in Syria's Israeli-occupied Golan Heights killed at least 10 settlers, with Israel attributing the attack to Hezbollah, despite the Lebanese resistance group's strong denial of involvement.
(2024-07-28). Rocket kills 12 in occupied Golan amid Israel-Hezbollah flare-up. newarab.com A rocket allegedly fired from Lebanon hit a football pitch in an Arab town in the The Israeli army claimed Hezbollah fired the deadly rocket that killed the youngsters aged between 10 and 20 years when they were hit on the pitch in the Druze town of Majdal Shams. | Many residents of the town retain Syrian nationality decades after the territory's occupation in the 1967 A…
(2024-07-28). Thousands of Druze mourn youths killed in Golan rocket attack. newarab.com
(2024-07-28). Russia's Big Warning Amid Israel-Hezbollah War Fear After Golan Heights Attack: 'Unacceptable'. hindustantimes.com Russia has reacted to escalating fears of an all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah. Russian Foreign Minister said Moscow condemns all terrorist actions by an entity. Sergey Lavrov recalled that Moscow equally condemned Hamas attack on Israel on October 7. The comments come amid a new escalation on Israeli-Lebanese border. Watch for more.
(2024-07-28). Rocket kills 12 in occupied Golan amid Israel-Hezbollah flare-up. newarab.com A rocket allegedly fired from Lebanon hit a football pitch in an Arab town in the The Israeli army claimed Hezbollah fired the deadly rocket that killed the youngsters aged between 10 and 20 years when they were hit on the pitch in the Druze town of Majdal Shams. | Many residents of the town retain Syrian nationality decades after the territory's occupation in the 1967 A…
(2024-07-28). Rocket strike kills 10 in Syria's Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. presstv.ir Rocket strike kills at least 10 people in Syria's Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, prompting the Israeli regime to blame Hezbollah, despite the group's strong denial of any role in the incident.
(2024-07-28). Panic In Israel Over Hezbollah War? IDF Commanders Meet; Netanyahu Takes Emergency Flight To… hindustantimes.com Hectic activity was reported in the Israeli government and military after a rocket hit Majdal Shams in Israeli-occupied Golan Heights on July 27. The attack killed at least 12 people, aged between 10 and 20 years, as per reports. Israel blamed Hezbollah and vowed revenge, even as the Lebanese group denied its role. I.D.F.'s commanding officer of northern command chaired a situational assessment meeting, attended by the C.O. of the 210th division. Meanwhile, Israeli PM Netanyahu cut short his U.S. trip to return home earlier.
(2024-07-28). Iran Warns Israel Against 'New Adventures' in Lebanon After Golan Heights Attack. themedialine.org
(2024-07-28). The Druze community in Israel, explained. haaretz.com The Druze in Israel are mourning the deaths of 12 children in a rocket strike from Lebanon on the Golan Heights. The close-knit community plays a key part in Israeli military and society, but is also divided on those issues. Who are the Druze, what is their relationship with communities across the Middle East and how has the latest war affected them?
(2024-07-28). Gaza school massacre latest outcome of US unconditional support for Israel: Iran. presstv.ir Iran strongly denounces the Israeli massacre of Palestinian civilians at a school in central Gaza, and the US's unconditional support for the regime that encourages such bloodletting.
(2024-07-28). Khan Younis fighting displaces 180,000 Gazans in four days: UN. newarab.com More than 180,000 Palestinians have fled I Recent "intensified hostilities" in the Khan Younis area, more than nine months into the Israel-Hamas war, have fuelled "new waves of internal displacement across Gaza", said the UN humanitarian agency, OCHA. | It said that "about 182,000 people" have been displaced from central…
(2024-07-28). Israel army kills 30 in bombing of field hospital at Gaza school. newarab.com The The attack targeted the hospital at the Khadija school in
(2024-07-28). Israel army kills 30 in bombing of field hospital at Gaza school. newarab.com The The attack targeted the hospital at the Khadija school in
(2024-07-28). West Bank cleric raises alarm over Israeli attacks on Christians. newarab.com The pastor of the Greek Catholic church in the occupied In an interview with the Arabic news site Arabi21, f…
(2024-07-28). Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in Paris reject Israel's participation in Olympics. presstv.ir Demonstrators gather in Paris to protest against Israel's war in Gaza and its participation in the Olympic Games.
(2024-07-28). Relief to Southern Lebanon: 8,000 Families Receive Food Parcels. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Talking Trump Assassination and Ukrainian Disaster with Stephen Gardner and Rachel Blevins. sonar21.com I also want to use this post as an open thread to discuss your reaction to the opening ceremony at the Olympics. Despite some gaslighting, with a few morons gushing over the magnificent display of art, most people still have their sanity and are universally appalled. | I think that the words, "crazed" and "deranged," only begin to describe the depraved minds of the organizers who thought this was an appropriate way to open the Olympics. I recommend boycotting, not only the Olympics, but any company that is advertising. This display had one positive outcome — it united Christians, Muslims, Buddhists…
(2024-07-28). Guinea: 7 days to go before historic verdict in the 28 September 2009 massacre trial. fidh.org • The trial at first instance of the 28 September 2009 stadium massacre in Guinea is nearing its end, with a verdict expected on 31 July. • The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), the Organisation guinéenne de défense des droits de l'homme et du citoyen (OGDH), and the Association des victimes, parents et amis du 28 septembre 2009 (AVIPA), are civil parties supporting 736 victims. • The 11 defendants, including Moussa Dadis Camara, the former President of Guinea at the (…) | – |
(2024-07-28). A massacre beside my home. electronicintifada.net An eyewitness account of Israel's attack on a central Gaza school.
(2024-07-28). Report: Israeli retaliation in Lebanon 'certain,' talks underway to avert strike on Beirut. haaretz.com IDF: Two soldiers seriously wounded in southern Gaza ‚ñ 12 children, teens killed in Hezbollah rocket strike on Israel's Majdal Shams ‚ñ Israeli soldier dies from wounds sustained in Gaza combat last week, IDF announces ‚ñ Lebanese report: Israel carries out series of strikes north of Tyre and in south Lebanon ‚ñ Iran's Foreign Ministry warns about any new 'Israeli adventure' in Lebanon ‚ñ Israel's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: 'Hezbollah is the entity that is unequivocally responsible for Saturday's massacre'…
(2024-07-28). Algerians honour victims of French massacre at Olympics ceremony. newarab.com Algeria reminded France of a particularly dark chapter of its colonial past during an otherwise Algerian athletes brought red roses on their boat as they paraded for the event, and then tossed them into the river to honour victims of
(2024-07-28). Israel's defense minister: Hezbollah 'will pay the price' for deadly Majdal Shams attack. haaretz.com 12 children, teens killed in Hezbollah rocket strike on Israel's Majdal Shams ‚ñ Israeli soldier dies from wounds sustained in Gaza combat last week, IDF announces ‚ñ Lebanese report: Israel carries out series of strikes north of Tyre and in south Lebanon ‚ñ Iran's Foreign Ministry warns about any new 'Israeli adventure' in Lebanon ‚ñ Israel's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: 'Hezbollah is the entity that is unequivocally responsible for yesterday's massacre'…
(2024-07-28). 27 July 1988: Iranian prisoners massacred. indybay.org Initially prisoners who supported the People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran were targeted, but in late August, communist and left-wing prisoners began to be murdered.
(2024-07-28). Israelis Demand Harsh Response After 12 Children Killed in Hezbollah Attack. themedialine.org
(2024-07-28). 12 children and teens killed in north Israel rocket strike to be laid to rest. haaretz.com Eleven of the victims will be buried in Majdal Shams, where the Hezbollah rocket hit on Saturday ‚ñ An additional victim will be laid to rest in Ein Qinya ‚ñ 42 still hospitalized…
(2024-07-28). 'Dumb' but heavy: The Iranian-made rocket Hezbollah launched at Majdal Shams. haaretz.com The Falaq 1 was developed in the 1990s in Iran and was intended to provide the army with heavy rocket artillery, capable of striking bunkers and other targets, and during the Syrian Civil War, it was used by Hezbollah and the Syrian army. Since January, Hezbollah has launched these rockets dozens of times toward Israel…
(2024-07-28). US allows some Lebanese to stay amid Israel-Hezbollah tension. newarab.com The United States is deferring the removal of certain Lebanese citizens from the country, The deferred designation, which lasts 18 months, allows Lebanese citizens to remain in the country with the right to work, according to a memorandum Biden sent to the Department of Homeland Security. | "Humanitarian c…
(2024-07-28). Israel says it bombed Hezbollah sites deep inside Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel says Hezbollah has crossed 'red line' after blaming the Lebanese group for Saturday's deadly attack.
(2024-07-28). Hezbollah evacuates positions ahead of expected Israel raids: source close to group. newarab.com
(2024-07-28). Israel and Hezbollah closer than ever to all-out war. haaretz.com The Russian roulette Israel has been playing in the north gave way in Madjal Shams on Saturday, when Hezbollah responded to an Israeli attack on its operatives. PM Netanyahu could only participate in defense consultations from afar, given his insistence on extending his Washington trip…
(2024-07-28). In Putin Ally Nation, US Base Attacked For 3rd Time In Just 24 Hours Amid Israel-Hezbollah War Fear. hindustantimes.com Third strike on US Conoco base in eastern Syria's Deir Ezzor province in 24 hours. Al Mayadeen reported that multiple rockets targeted the American base on the evening of July 27. The first attack on US Conoco Base took place late on Friday night when several rockets were fired. Soon, in the wee hours of July 27, five rockets in a single strike hit the US base in Syria.
(2024-07-28). Thousands attend funerals of children, teens killed in Hezbollah rocket attack on northern Israel. haaretz.com Eleven of the victims were buried in Majdal Shams, where the Hezbollah rocket hit on Saturday ‚ñ An additional victim was laid to rest in Ein Qinya ‚ñ 28 still hospitalized…
(2024-07-28). Pressenza news agency celebrated the launch of its Arabic-language edition. pressenza.com In front of a large international audience, Pressenza news agency celebrated the launch of its Arabic edition. | Of particular interest on the occasion was the participation in the celebration of journalists, educators and human rights activists from Libya, Palestine, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Syria and Morocco, who congratulated the initiative and expressed the importance and need to spread the culture of peace and nonviolence in the Arab world. | Very relevant in this context was the presence of graduates and professors of the Academic University for Nonviolence and Human Rights (AUNOHR) from Lebanon. Founded in 2…
(2024-07-28). Lebanon's Habib ready for fairytale clash with Alcaraz. newarab.com Now, because of a quirk of fate, the Houston-born 25-year-old will walk out on Court Suzanne Lenglen on Saturday to face Carlos Alcaraz in the first round of the men's singles. | Ranked 275th in the ATP's singles rankings, Habib was only slated to play doubles in Paris w…
(2024-07-28). Israel strikes targets in Lebanon, continues pounding Gaza. newarab.com Israel has conducted The Israeli military announced it targeted weapons depots and other infrastructure in Shabriha, Burj el-Shemali, near Tyre, the Beqaa Valley, and Kafr Kila, Rab Al-Thalathine, Khaim and Tayr Harfa in…
(2024-07-28). In First Attack On Israel's Ashkelon In A Month, Surprise Rocket Blitz From Outside Lebanon | Gaza. hindustantimes.com Palestine Islamic Jihad targeted southern Israel's coastal town of Ashkelon on July 27. PIJ militants fired a barrage of rockets from the besieged Gaza Strip towards Ashkelon town. IDF said that one projectile was shot down by the Iron Dome, while the other two struck open areas. This was reportedly the first time in a month when Ashkelon was targeted. Watch…
(2024-07-28). You, your govt are barbaric, India's Priyanka rips into Netanyahu. ummid.com Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Friday condemned Benjamin Netanyahu and his far right Zionist government in Israel over the genocidal war in Gaza that has killed or injured over a lakh Palestinians since Oct 7.
(2024-07-28). Day 296: "Children Among Dozens Killed By Israeli Missiles In Gaza" imemc.org On Sunday Day 296 of the ongoing genocide in the destroyed, starved, and besieged Gaza Strip, Israel missiles and shells killed and injured dozens of Palestinians, including many children and women. The Israeli army intensified its bombing and shelling of various parts of the Gaza Strip, from the land, the air, and the sea, displaying …
(2024-07-28). Gun Violence and the Marketing of Militarism. counterpunch.org Image by Heather Mount. | Between armed violence and fascism within the United States and the US government's support for genocide abroad, manufacturers of weapons are profiting wildly. Within the US, arms producers are responsible for fueling war crimes in Gaza and mass shootings across the United States. The profit models of these companies are the same: more violence means more customers. Stoke the fear, fury, and legitimacy of conflict to sell more of your product. Generate a public culture receptive to the idea of weapons as the answer to insecurity, including through the construction and entrenchment of…
(2024-07-28). Congress applauded the genocide in Gaza, but Netanyahu's speech showed the political consensus on Israel is over. mondoweiss.net Benjamin Netanyahu's call for continued support for the Gaza genocide may have received rapturous applause from Congress, but the speech revealed uncertain political terrain for Israel among both Democrats and Republicans.
(2024-07-28). What It's Like for Palestinian Women Living Through the Gaza Genocide. scheerpost.com
(2024-07-28). Nicaragua Says USA Should Disappear If Palestine Can't Have A State. popularresistance.org Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega blasted Western support for Israel in its war on Gaza and asked, if the Palestinian people are not allowed to have a state, why does the United States itself have the right to exist? | Ortega accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, and noted that the Western governments arming Tel Aviv are complicit in its crimes. | The Nicaraguan president made these remarks at an event in Managua honoring the 45th anniversary of the Sandinista Revolution on July 19. He was joined by Palestinian revolutionary Leila Khaled, who denounced imperialism and neocolonialism.
(2024-07-28). Israel's 'Useful Idiots' Are The US Congress And The Biden Administration. popularresistance.org Israeli Prime Minister's invitation to speak at the U.S. Congress as his government conducts a genocide on Palestinians in Gaza and brutality of illegal settlers toward Palestinian land owners in the West Bank, is incredibly outrageous. | The remark by Netanyahu in his address to the Congress on July 24 that those who challenge the genocide and protest U.S. complicity in the murder of 39,000 Palestinians in the past nine months and tens of thousands still buried underneath the rubble of destroyed homes and apartment buildings, in schools, hospitals and tents are "useful idiots" of Iran was particularly ironic.
(2024-07-28). Protesters urge Australian PM to sanction Israel over Gaza genocide. presstv.ir Protesters accuse prime minister Albanese for being complicit in Israel's genocide in Gaza.
(2024-07-28). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: After two months. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). The Intifada of the Stones: an excerpt from Nasser Abu Srour's 'The Tale of a Wall'. mondoweiss.net Nasser Abu Srour's "The Tale of a Wall" joins a long tradition of Palestinian prison literature but is far more than a prison memoir. Through his evocative prose, the author transforms the question of Palestine into a question of the human condition.
(2024-07-28). 45 Years After Its Revolution, Nicaragua Offers the World a Better Way Forward. orinocotribune.com By Gloria Guillo — Jul 23, 2024 | Despite Continued U.S. Destabilization Efforts, Egalitarian and Just Principles Flourish | On July 19th, the people of Nicaragua and more than 700 international guests and official delegations from nations around the world celebrated the 45th anniversary of its revolution against the United States-installed puppet dictator, Anastasio Somoza, and the re-assertion of its sovereignty and independence. | President Daniel Ortega and Vice President Rosario Murillo welcomed government representatives and personalities from nations such as Austria, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Denmark,…
(2024-07-28). Labour's Parker critical of weak NZ response to ICJ ruling against Israel over Gaza. asiapacificreport.nz By David Robie Former New Zealand attorney-general David Parker spoke on day 295 of Israel' genocidal war on Gaza in Auckland today, condemning the National-led government's inaction over the ongoing crisis. Responding to the recent International Court of Justice's landmark advisory ruling that Israel's occupation of Gaza, West Bank and East Jerusalem — Occupied Palestine…
(2024-07-28). FIDH Calls on IOC to Address Human Rights Violations in Palestine. fidh.org In an open letter to Dr. Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) has urgently called for immediate and effective measures in response to the escalating and deteriorating situation in the occupied Palestinian territory, particularly in Gaza. Drawing on the precedent set by the IOC's actions against Russia and Belarus, as well as the recent International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling, FIDH emphasizes the (…) | – |
(2024-07-28). The Olympic Games: Perennially Costly and Always Over Budget. dissidentvoice.org Another entertainingly corrupt sporting event has just started in Paris, opening with a barge packed ceremony on the Seine. Thousands of simpering commentators, paid-up media gawkers and bored influencers have been ready with their computers, phones and confected dreams. As always, the Olympics throws up the question about how far the host city has managed …
(2024-07-28). China launches world's largest earthquake early warning system. ecns.cn China's national earthquake early warning project has officially entered full operation after five years of construction, making people in populous and quake-prone areas able to receive the first warnings in just seven seconds on average after an earthquake occurs.
(2024-07-28). Sudan Faces Famine as Military Blocks Aid Amid Civil War. truthout.org Sudan's military is blocking United Nations aid trucks from entering at a key border crossing, causing severe disruptions in aid in a country that experts fear may be on the brink of one of the worst famines the world has seen in decades, The New York Times reported Friday. The border city of Adré in eastern Chad is the main international crossing into the Darfur region of Sudan… |
(2024-07-28). Iran: Germany's 'political' closure of Islamic center aims to serve Israel. presstv.ir Iran says Germany's political move to close the Islamic Center Hamburg and its subsidiary organizations aims to serve Israel's interests.
(2024-07-28). WAFA: Palestinian prisoners at Ofer Prison experiencing starvation, medical neglect, deprivation of basic rights. imemc.org RAMALLAH, Sunday, July 28, 2024 (WAFA) — The crackdown on Palestinian detainees at the Israeli occupation's Ofer Prison has reached a crisis point, with reports of severe mistreatment, including systematic starvation, since October 7, 2023, according to a lawyer from the Palestinian Prisoners Affairs Authority. The lawyer, who recently visited Ofer Prison, southwest of Ramallah, …
(2024-07-28). Soldiers Abduct Six Palestinians In West Bank. imemc.org On Sunday, Israeli soldiers abducted at least six Palestinians from several parts of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said the soldiers invaded various governorates across the occupied West Bank, stormed and ransacked dozens of homes, and interrogated many Palestinians while inspecting their ID cards. They added that the soldiers abducted at least six Palestinians, …
(2024-07-28). Rashid Khalidi: The Neck and The Sword. newleftreview.org Rashid Khalidi and Tariq Ali discuss the political and intellectual history of the Palestinian national movement, its fraught entanglement with neighbouring Arab regimes, the realities of the 'peace process', Israel's grip on the Biden Administration and the strategic calculations—or miscalculations—of Hamas.
(2024-07-28). Israel's war on Gaza kills nearly 200 UNRWA workers, chief says. newarab.com Israel's war on Gaza has killed nearly 200 members of the aid charity United Nations Agency for Palestinian Refugees (
(2024-07-28). Gaza mediators, Israel spy chief to meet in Rome – Egypt media. newarab.com Egyptian, Qatari and US "A four-way meeting between Egyptian officials and their American and Qatari counterparts, in the presence of Israel's intelligence chief, will be held in Rome on Sunday to reach an agreement on a truce in Gaza," Al-Qahera news, which has links to Egyptian intelligence, reported on Friday, citing a "senior official" who was not identified. | Egy…
(2024-07-28). Pro-Palestinian protesters denounce Israeli athletes' participation in Olympics. presstv.ir Demonstrators gathered in the center of Paris to protest the Israel delegation's participation in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.
(2024-07-28). Senior Hamas official denounces 'clowns' who cheered Netanyahu's Congress speech. middleeasteye.net Senior Hamas official denounces 'clowns' who cheered Netanyahu's Congress speech | Izzat al-Risheq says Israeli premier will 'will bear the consequences' for his controversial address | | Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint meeting of Congress at the US Capitol in Washington,…
(2024-07-28). Second Palestinian Killed by Occupation Forces in Nablus. imemc.org Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian young man, on Saturday, during repeated military invasions into the Balata camp, east of Nablus in the northern West Bank. On Saturday evening, Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian young man and injured others, in the Balata camp, the second citizen to be killed in the camp …
(2024-07-28). Church of England bishop calls Israel apartheid state. newarab.com Bishop Rachel Treweek called The comments from Treweek were published in a reflection posted on the Diocese of Gloucester website, coming after she visited Israel and the occupied West Bank last month. | "In the past I have been wary of…
(2024-07-28). Watch: Palestinian athletes cheered, Israeli team booed at Paris Olympics 2024. ummid.com The Summer Olympic 2024 to be inaugurated today in the French capital is witnessing contrasting scenes for the Palestinian athletes and Israeli team in the wake of the Israeli occupation's genocidal war in Gaza.
(2024-07-28). WAFA: "Detainee Suffers paralysis; Israeli authorities Deny Treatment" imemc.org The Palestinian News & Info Agency (WAFA): Ibrahim Ammar Abbas, a 23-year-old Palestinian from Jenin currently under Israeli detention, has suffered partial paralysis while imprisoned at the Negev Detention Camp, and Israeli authorities are reportedly refusing to provide him with medical treatment. Abbas's family stated to WAFA that his health condition has significantly deteriorated due …
(2024-07-28). Germany Should Take Consequences of Ban on Islamic Centers: Iranian Diplomat. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The caretaker foreign minister of Iran cautioned Germany that it will have to accept the consequences of its decision to shut down the Islamic Center Hamburg (IZH) and its subsidiary organizations, denouncing the political move which he said serves the interests of Israel.
(2024-07-28). US, Israel and UAE working to create new body to govern post-war Gaza. middleeasteye.net US, Israel and UAE working to create new body to govern post-war Gaza | Sources tell MEE that the national committee of Palestinian leaders would be largely composed of members loyal to exiled Fatah leader Mohammed Dahlan | | Palestinians injured during an Israeli strike on the Khadija scho…
(2024-07-28). Shame on the senators and congressmen who cheered Netanyahu. haaretz.com
(2024-07-28). Turkey's Erdogan threatens to invade Israel. middleeasteye.net Turkey's Erdogan threatens to invade Israel | The Turkish president did not specify the sort of intervention. | | Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan attends a military parade to mark the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus on 20 July (Reuters) | Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said his country migh…
(2024-07-28). Over 75 US NGOs urge Biden, Congress to impose arms embargo on Israel. presstv.ir More than 75 US non-governmental organizations (NGOs) call upon Biden and the US Congress to impose an immediate arms embargo on the Tel Aviv regime.
(2024-07-28). Moroccans protest Israel's war on Gaza for 42nd week in row. newarab.com Thousands took to the streets after Friday prayers in dozens of demonstrations, The New Arab's Arabic edition Al-Araby Al-Jadeed reported. | Vigils were organised in cities including Agadir, Fez, Marrakesh, and Tangier, called for…
(2024-07-28). Palestinian man suffers from paralysis in Israeli prison. newarab.com A The man, 23-year-old Ibrahim Ammar Abbas from the occupied West Bank city of Jenin, was detained on 23 April 2023 at a military checkpoint near the town of Salfit in the West Bank. He was held…
(2024-07-28). Fresno's Raza Against War protests against Netanyahu's speech in Washington. indybay.org Raza Against War has been protesting the war on Gaza weekly at Fresno's Federal Building. On Wednesday, July 24 they focused the demonstration on the speech being given by Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, D.C.
(2024-07-28). Israeli airstrike on school in central Gaza leaves at least 30 dead. presstv.ir At least 30 Palestinians have been killed and over 100 injured in an Israeli strike on a school sheltering displaced people in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza.
(2024-07-28). UNRWA staff death toll largest in UN history: Lazzarini. presstv.ir The head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees says the death toll exacted on the agency's staff since the onset of the Israeli war on Gaza amounts to the largest in the world body's history.
(2024-07-28). Israeli strike on UNRWA-run school in central Gaza kills 30. newarab.com This live blog has now ended. Make sure to follow us for the latest news on Gaza's health ministry said an Israeli strike hit a Warplanes targeted the school that was sheltering displaced people in Deir al-Balah, in the centra…
(2024-07-28). Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory: The law of occupation must be respected. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Israel issues new expulsion orders for Palestinians in south Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli military has issued new expulsion orders for Palestinians residing in Gaza's southern city of Khan Yunis.
(2024-07-28). IDF Airstrike on Displaced Palestinians' Shelter Kills 30. themedialine.org
(2024-07-28). Netanyahu's 'Sabotage' Truce Deal Mission Successful? Hamas Gives Decision Even Before Receiving… hindustantimes.com Hamas militant group has refused to review new proposals for a hostage-ceasefire deal, according to a report by al Mayadeen on July 27. It said that Hamas insists on adopting the latest proposal that Israel had submitted to the mediators. The reaction came after Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu recently added new conditions to the hostage-ceasefire deal. Watch…
(2024-07-28). 'Butchers of Gaza': Protesters as Netanyahu, in tow with Biden, addresses U.S. Congress. ummid.com The Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. Wednesday erupted in a strong protest as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in tow with U.S. President Joe Biden, addressed the Congress.
(2024-07-28). Iraq's request to move Israel flag rejected by Olympic chiefs. newarab.com The head of Iraq's delegation said Olympic chiefs had rejected their request not to display Israel's flag next to Iraq's during the Iraq's men's football team beat Ukraine 2-1 on Wednesday in Lyon and lost 3-1 to Argentina on Saturday. | "When we arrived at Lyon Stadium (Wednesday), we found the Iraqi flag displayed next to the Israeli flag," despite Israel's team not having any matches in Lyon, Herda Raouf told AFP. | Raouf, whose country does not recognise the Israeli state and supports the Palestinian c…
(2024-07-28). Butcher of Gaza Netanyahu Repeatedly Lied to Congress about Iraqi "Nukes," and now Wants US War on Iran. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Consent Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is a master of misdirection, the technique master illusionists use to divert the viewer's attention from the trick and to pull the wool over their eyes. He uses his slick American accent, his bulging eyes, his rhetorical flourishes, his maniacal certainty, to fool people …
(2024-07-28). A trans Palestinian woman who had all the odds stacked against her. haaretz.com Documentary film 'Her name was Zehava' won a prestigious prize at the Haifa Film Festival last year, but the war meant it had to wait to get back on the big screen…
(2024-07-28). Defend Palestine: Faz3a (ŸÅÿ≤ÿπÿ©) Call for Volunteers. indybay.org Now more than ever, international solidarity, here on the ground, is essential for Palestinians in the West Bank to be able to confront Israeli violence.
(2024-07-28). Israel/Occupied and Autonomous Palestinian Territories: West Bank Barrier causes serious humanitarian and legal problems. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Army Shoots a Child, Bombs a Home, Near Nablus. imemc.org After midnight Saturday/Sunday, Israeli forces shot a Palestinian child and bombed a home, in another invasion of the Balata camp, east of Nablus in the northern West Bank . Media sources said that occupation soldiers invaded the camp for the fourth time in less that twelve hours, besieged a home in the camp. Sources added …
(2024-07-28). ASEAN foreign ministers condemn Israeli attacks on civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir ASEAN foreign ministers have condemned Israel's attacks against Palestinians in Gaza which have resulted in an alarming number of casualties.
(2024-07-28). Yemen vows crushing response to Israel over Hudaydah port raids. presstv.ir The Yemeni Armed Forces will deliver a crushing response to Israel over its air strikes on several sites in and around the Red Sea port city of Hudaydah, says a senior member of the Yemeni Supreme Political Council.
(2024-07-28). 12 children killed in northern Israel, but as far as Netanyahu is concerned there's no rush. haaretz.com The head of a country that is fighting 'on seven fronts' and travels abroad for a week, including a special weekend stay, is anything but a leader ‚ñ Netanyahu must visit Majdal Shams and pay his respects upon his return, but there's no indication that he will…
(2024-07-28). Palestinian resistance fighters hit Israeli Merkava 4 tanks. presstv.ir Israel confirms the death of another of its forces in Gaza as resistance fighters mount retaliatory operations against the invading forces.
(2024-07-28). 170 killed in Khan Yunis as Israeli offensive forces hospitals to shut down. presstv.ir The Gaza Health Ministry warns that the only hospital still operational in Khan Yunis may also shut down.
(2024-07-28). Sources say Israel-Hamas hostage, cease-fire deal would include foreign nationals. haaretz.com Ten foreign nationals are being held hostage in the Gaza Strip, seven of whom are alive, according to the Israeli army ‚ñ The police are also investigating the case of a Thai citizen who has been missing since October 7…
(2024-07-28). Nine in every 10 people in Gaza forcibly displaced by Israel. newarab.com Nine out of every 10 people in The relief agency said that the majority of families in Gaza have now been forced to seek shelter in overcrowded schools, destroyed buildings or even amid piles of rubbish. | Many forcibly displaced Palestinians have also been forced to make tents out of scrap…
(2024-07-28). Azmi Bishara: Israel 'let Biden down' over Gaza ceasefire deal. newarab.com Bishara thinks Biden could exert more pressure on Israel but chooses not to, while also saying he doesn'
(2024-07-28). Israeli soldier killed in Gaza Strip combat. haaretz.com The IDF announced the death of Sergeant Yonatan Aharon Greenblatt, who was wounded by anti-tank fire a week ago…
(2024-07-28). The Beijing Declaration and Chinese Diplomacy in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. pressenza.com In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, China has facilitated the "Beijing Declaration," a key development in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This agreement, which brings together 14 Palestinian political factions, signifies a major step towards Palestinian unity and a revitalized push for peace. Unlike previous agreements, the Beijing Declaration offers a genuinely transformative potential, representing a substantial shift in the dynamics of conflict resolution. | By Herta Manenti | Signed on July 25, 2024, the Beijing Declaration marks a historic moment for Palestinian reconciliation. For the first…
(2024-07-28). Companies Ask Court To Keep Their Israel Export Details Secret. indybay.org TTM Technologies, General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada, GeoSpectrum Technologies and Excelitas asked for orders to keep details of their export permits confidential or stated their intention or potential intention to seek such orders.
(2024-07-28). China seals Hamas, Fatah unity govt deal in Gaza. ummid.com In a landmark development, the Palestinian leadership associated with 14 factions including Fatah and Hamas, Tuesday signed a deal in China for joint control and rebuilding of Gaza once Israel ends its genocidal war in the besieged enclave.
(2024-07-28). Israel orders displacement in Gaza's southern Khan Younis. newarab.com The Israeli military ordered Palestinians to The United Nations said more than
(2024-07-28). Iraq's request to move Israel flag rejected by Olympic chiefs. newarab.com The head of Iraq's delegation said Olympic chiefs had rejected their request not to display Israel's flag next to Iraq's during the Iraq's men's football team beat Ukraine 2-1 on Wednesday in Lyon and lost 3-1 to Argentina on Saturday. | "When we arrived at Lyon Stadium (Wednesday), we found the Iraqi flag displayed next to the Israeli flag," despite Israel's team not having any matches in Lyon, Herda Raouf told AFP. | Raouf, whose country does not recognise the Israeli state and supports the Palestinian c…
(2024-07-28). Trump accuses Kamala Harris of antisemitism in overblown speech. newarab.com US presidential candidate The vice president, who is married to a Jewish man, has gained ground on Trump in polling since she replaced
(2024-07-28). South Africa police detain 95 Libyans at 'military camp'. newarab.com
(2024-07-28). At least 22 killed in RSF attack on Sudan's Al-Fashir: activists. newarab.com A pro-democracy group said Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) The Al-Fashir Resistance Committees said on Facebook that the RSF had fired artillery shells on markets, hospitals and apartments in a surge of violence after weeks of stalemate on that front in the country's civil war. | T…
(2024-07-28). Turkey's 'voluntary returns' splits Syrian families apart. newarab.com Syrian refugee women are being forcibly deported from Turkey, accused of not having the correct official papers or having entered Turkey via illegal routes; the Turkish authorities appear to arbitrarily impose these measures under the guise of "voluntary return" — a cruel procedure separating women from their families and casting them into the squalid misery of the
(2024-07-28). Bangladesh says student leaders held for their own safety. newarab.com
(2024-07-28). 35 killed as Pakistan tribal feud sparks sectarian fighting. newarab.com A land feud between tribes in northwestern The While no one was wounded in that attack, Hussain said it reignited longstanding religious tensions between the clan…
(2024-07-28). Iran's Khamenei formally grants Pezeshkian presidential powers. newarab.com In a message read by the director of
(2024-07-28). Heat wave forces Iran to shutter government offices and banks. newarab.com A The temperature ranged from 37 to 42 degrees Celsius in the capital, Tehran, according to weather reports. | State-run IRNA news agency said banks, offices, and public in…
(2024-07-28). Egypt's hardline Muslims call for boycotting 'The Atheist' movie. newarab.com A new Egyptian film set to The film, entitled Al-Molhed (The Atheist) has been the talk of social media users over the past few days after the trailer, released last week by El-Sobky production company, gave potential viewers a brief insight into its theme and plot. | Citing…
(2024-07-28). Palestinian fighters threaten PA forces after hospital incident. newarab.com
(2024-07-28). Iran-backed groups attack US coalition base in Syria. newarab.com After the Conoco gas base in
(2024-07-28). Historic river parade launches Paris Olympics. newarab.com A historic boat parade down Braving torrential rain, some 300,000 people lined the river banks to cheer on the armada carrying competitors past the city's iconic sights: the Eiffel Tower bearing the five Olympic rings, the Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral.
(2024-07-28). Mali rebels say they killed soldiers, Wagner mercenaries. newarab.com Mali's northern The
(2024-07-28). Turkey stages artillery strikes on Kurdish fighters in Iraq. newarab.com Turkey staged new artillery strikes against Kurdish separatist positions in While President Recep Tayyip Erdogan this month said operations against the "In line with our right to self-defence… air…
(2024-07-28). Saudi Arabia plans 92,000-capacity stadium in Riyadh. newarab.com The Saudi sports ministry unveiled the approved design for the stadium, which is scheduled to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2029, according to the state news agency SPA. | The stadium is set to serve as the main…
(2024-07-28). MMA fighter Belal Muhammad becomes first Palestinian UFC champ. newarab.com Belal Muhammad, a Palestinian-American The champion won UFC 304, beating and dethroning Leon Edwards unanimously at the Co-op Live in Manchester, England, becoming the welterweight champion. | The 36-year-old first had a match with his rival in 2021, but it ended in a no-contest as Edward poked the Palestinian fighter in the eye, ruling him incapacitated. Muhammad had constantly pu…
(2024-07-28). Trump: Jews voting for Kamala Harris 'should have head examined'. newarab.com Former US president Donald Trump has said any Jewish person who votes for Democrat candidate Kamala Harris "should immediately have their head examined". | In a post on The newly elected Democrat candidate
(2024-07-28). Turkey stages artillery strikes on Kurdish fighters in Iraq. newarab.com Turkey staged new artillery strikes against Kurdish separatist positions in While President Recep Tayyip Erdogan this month said operations against the "In line with our right to self-defence… air…
(2024-07-28). Jordan's Umm Al-Jimal added to UNESCO heritage list. newarab.com
(2024-07-28). Bangladesh students vow to resume protests unless leaders freed. newarab.com A Last week's
(2024-07-28). At least 22 killed in RSF attack on Sudan's Al-Fashir: activists. newarab.com A pro-democracy group said Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) The Al-Fashir Resistance Committees said on Facebook that the RSF had fired artillery shells on markets, hospitals and apartments in a surge of violence after weeks of stalemate on that front in the country's civil war. | T…
(2024-07-28). Iraqi judoka positive for anabolic steroids, provisionally suspended. newarab.com Iraqi judoka Sajjad Ghanim Sehen Sehen was provisionally suspended on Friday after he tested positive for anabolic steroids, The athlete, who can request a test of a B sample, has been banned from any activity during the The ITA, which is in charge of anti-doping tests during the Games, said the judoka's sample dated from July 23, with the positive test reported two days later.
(2024-07-28). Iraq Awards $18B Baghdad Metro Project to European Firms. newarab.com Decades of
(2024-07-28). Heat wave forces Iran to shutter government offices and banks. newarab.com A The temperature ranged from 37 to 42 degrees Celsius in the capital, Tehran, according to weather reports. | State-run IRNA news agency said banks, offices, and public in…
(2024-07-28). Trump slams rivals as he meets Netanyahu in Florida. newarab.com
(2024-07-28). Libyan court jails 12 officials over deadly floods in Derna. newarab.com A The officials, who were responsible for managing the country's dams, were sentenced to between 9 and 27 years in prison by the Court of Appeal in Derna. Four officials were acquitted. | Derna, a coastal city with a population of 125,000,…
(2024-07-28). Venezuela: Chavismo on Course to Another Victory. orinocotribune.com
(2024-07-28). The Decisive Hour. orinocotribune.com By Tulio Camacho — Jul 26, 2024 | Venezuela is experiencing one of the most complex political and social situations in its history since its founding. This Sunday, July 28, presidential elections will be held in which not only will the person who will govern the destiny of the nation for the next 6 years be chosen, but also the direction that our country will take between two antagonistic models of society, economic management and conception of the human being. | On the one hand, the Bolivarian model, initiated after the rise to power of Commander Hugo Chavez in 1999 and which has been developed since the be…
(2024-07-28). Venezuela Denies Entry to Spanish Far-Right Delegation Not Invited by Electoral Authorities. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "We came to Ve…
(2024-07-28). Argentina: Democratic Involution. orinocotribune.com By Atilio Boron — Jul 21, 2024 | Javier Milei's government is sliding Argentina towards a crisis of unprecedented proportions. An integral, multidimensional, multifaceted crisis. The unlikely candidate for the Nobel Prize in Economics is sinking the main economic indicators to unprecedented levels. Activity indicators are falling, factories are running at half speed, retailers are seeing their sales plummet, inflation is far from being abated, the dollar is soaring, unemployment is growing uncontrollably and workers' salaries, whether registered or precarious, as well as retirement and pension amounts, are c…
(2024-07-28). The South Korean 'Spy' Affair. popularresistance.org The major media outlets earlier this month ran breathless headlines about a former C.I.A. officer "caught spying for South Korea." | The BBC, for example, wrote "Ex-CIA Analyst Charged with Spying for South Korea." The Los Angeles Times wrote, "Sloppy Spycraft? Indictment of a Former CIA Analyst Embarrasses South Korea." Even the venerable Time Magazine disingenuously wrote, "Former CIA Office Charged with Being Secret Agent." | The problem is that literally none of those headlines were true. | Sue Mi Terry, a former Korea analyst for the C.I.A., a former deputy national intelligence officer for the Koreas, and a…
(2024-07-28). Mainstream Media Scales Up Attacks Against Maduro Ahead Of Elections. popularresistance.org On Sunday, the people of Venezuela will head to the polls to elect their next president. The 21 million eligible voters in Venezuela have the opportunity to pick between 10 candidates from a broad range of political parties and currents. The two projected front runners however, are from completely opposite ends of the spectrum: incumbent President Nicolás Maduro and candidate for the right-wing Unitary Democratic Platform, Edmundo González. | As election day comes closer, and international mainstream media pays more attention to what is happening in the Caribbean country, several dominant patterns have emerged in…
(2024-07-28). 20 Years Of Struggle: Free the Holy Land 5, Palestinian political prisoners in US jails! samidoun.net FREE THE HOLY LAND 5! FREE ALL PALESTINIAN PRISONERS! Today, July 27th, 2024, marks 20 years since FBI agents raided the homes of Mufid Abdulqader, Ghassan Elashi, Shukri Abu Baker, and Abdulrahman Odeh, kidnapped them, terrorized their families, charged them with crimes they did not commit, and held them for ten days before allowing them …
(2024-07-28). Netanyahu Upset with VP Harris's Remarks After Meeting. scheerpost.com
(2024-07-28). New Resource Aims to Bring More Adolescent Brain Science Into Juvenile Courtrooms. scheerpost.com By Jeremy Loudenback / The Imprint Defense attorneys working in juvenile courts scrutinize evidence, cross-examine police and advocate for specialized services for their young clients. But with heavy caseloads and little time to prepare for hearings, it can be difficult to build a case around the fundamentals of adolescent development and youth crime. Topics like …
(2024-07-28). The Country of the Rust Belt and the Broken Road. scheerpost.com
(2024-07-28). Texas Sues Biden Administration Over Confidential Contraception for Teens. scheerpost.com
(2024-07-28). John Kiriakou: The South Korean 'Spy' Affair. scheerpost.com
(2024-07-28). Our Answer to the Climate Crisis Must Emerge From Global Class Struggle. truthout.org In 2023, when Europe was blasted by a record-breaking heatwave named after Cerberus (the three-headed hound of Hades), workers organized to demand protection from the extreme heat. In Athens, employees at the Acropolis and other historical sites went on strike for four hours each day. In Rome, refuse collectors threatened to strike if they were forced to work during periods of peak heat. |
(2024-07-28). Real Estate Software Aided Price-Fixing "Cartel" Among US Property Companies. truthout.org The rent is, infamously, too damn high. That refrain has such staying power because the United States's noxious rent crisis has shown no signs of abating, with rents rising over 30 percent since 2019. All manner of ill effects have resulted; the rapid simultaneous growth of the homelessness crisis is no coincidence. Obfuscations aside, the correlation there is quite direct. But the origins of… |
(2024-07-28). Nebraska May Strip Voting Rights From Thousands of People With Past Convictions. truthout.org For thousands of people with past convictions in Nebraska, their right to vote is now in doubt. In an unprecedented move, the attorney general and secretary of state are attempting to nullify two laws enacted by the legislature that restored voting rights to people who have completed their sentences — one of which has been in effect for nearly two decades. Their attempt to roll back the right… |
(2024-07-28). SCOTUS Anti-Homeless Ruling Formalizes Segregation of the Poor. truthout.org In the wake of the Supreme Court's June 28 ruling holding that it's not cruel and unusual to fine or arrest people for experiencing homelessness, cities, counties and states are rushing to step up enforcement of anti-homeless laws and enact new ones. In California, Gov. Gavin Newsom released an executive order pressuring cities to "sweep" all of their encampments; in Minnesota… |
(2024-07-28). Sonya Massey's Killing Shows the Danger Police Pose to Black Disabled People. truthout.org Sonya Massey's last words before a Sangamon County Sheriff's Office deputy shot and killed her in her Springfield, Illinois, home earlier this month were, "I'm sorry." The 36-minute body camera footage released Monday depicting her July 6 killing showed her interaction with the officers she called for help began calmly enough. At times, it even appeared to veer into light-hearted… |
(2024-07-28). Foreign Experts' Insights: China's Green Lifestyles. ecns.cn The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China convened its third plenary session in Beijing from July 15 to 18. Several international dignitaries and experts had interviews previously, regarding topics such as Chinese modernization and China's green development.
(2024-07-28). Paris opens Olympics with River Seine spectacular. ecns.cn Even with trickling rain and imminent security risks dampening part of the mood, Paris has delivered on its promise of raising the curtain on the 2024 Olympics in its uniquely romantic manner.
(2024-07-28). More oversight for payment platforms. ecns.cn China released a set of detailed rules on Friday to strengthen supervision of payment platforms, in a bid to ensure the healthy and sustainable development of the sector.
(2024-07-28). China looks forward to Brazil's worldies in BRI cooperation: Chinese FM. ecns.cn China welcomes Brazil to join the Belt and Road family as soon as possible and looks forward to Brazil's worldies in Belt and Road cooperation," a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said at a regular press conference on Thursday.
(2024-07-28). Meeting shows desire to stabilize ties. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Thursday in Vientiane, Laos, on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations foreign ministers' meeting.
(2024-07-28). Huawei invites developers to join HarmonyOS Next for enhanced gaming experiences. ecns.cn Chinese telecom giant Huawei welcomes even more game developers and partners to join its native HarmonyOS Next operating system, looking to empower them with advanced technologies and offer users the ultimate gaming experience.
(2024-07-28). Typhoon Gaemi hammers Fujian. ecns.cn Disaster relief work is well-organized and proceeding smoothly in Fujian after it was hit by Typhoon Gaemi, the third typhoon of the year, which made its second landfall in the province on Thursday evening.
(2024-07-28). Chinese Olympic athletes get set for golden Games. ecns.cn Han conveyed the cordial greetings and best wishes of President Xi to the whole delegation, talked with athletes about their lives in the village and urged them to serve as good ambassadors of cultural exchanges during the Games.
(2024-07-28). Xi chairs meeting on flood control and disaster relief. ecns.cn The Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee held a meeting on July 25 to discuss and arrange work related to flood control and disaster relief. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, presided over the meeting and delivered an important speech.
(2024-07-28). China still a hot spot for foreign firms. ecns.cn China's constantly improving business environment is boosting its attractiveness among multinational corporations, which is reflected by the increasing number of MNCs planning to expand their presence in the world's second-largest economy, trade promotion officials said on Friday.
(2024-07-28). Paris 2024 | NBA stars Curry, Durant excited to represent country in medal fight. ecns.cn The 36-year-old Curry, a four-time NBA champion and two-time MVP, will play in his first Olympics in Paris 2024 and expressed his expectations for the Games.
(2024-07-28). Measures in place to help typhoon-hit areas. ecns.cn The central government has activated emergency response to Typhoon Gaemi, which has severely affected East China's Fujian province after making its second landfall in the province on Thursday night.
(2024-07-28). Woman who gave life to protect Japanese in knife attack honored with national bravery award. ecns.cn Hu Youping, a resident in East China's Suzhou who lost her life after attempting to stop a knife attack that injured two Japanese nationals in Suzhou, was among the list.
(2024-07-28). Paris 2024 | China issues stamps to greet upcoming Olympic Games. ecns.cn China issued a set of 2 special stamps to mark the upcoming 33rd Olympic Games in Paris, France. The set of stamps has a face value of 2.40 yuan ($0.33) with a circulation of 6.269 million copies.
(2024-07-28). Beijing works to promote peace talks. ecns.cn Beijing said it will kick off the fourth round of shuttle diplomacy to promote the de-escalation of the prolonged Ukraine crisis, the country's latest efforts to promote peace talks on the issue.
(2024-07-28). Authorities warn about overseas telecom fraud. ecns.cn China's judicial authorities warned on Friday about the rapid increase of overseas "technology parks" and "industrial parks" serving as venues for telecom fraud, as they exhibit characteristics of organized operations, and have precise division of labor and a transnational layout.
(2024-07-28). HK hopes to achieve more glory in Paris. ecns.cn Hong Kong people are rallying in full force to support local athletes to achieve stellar results at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, with various events being launched across the city to amplify sporting excitement.
(2024-07-28). Chinese tech shines at the Paris Olympics. ecns.cn The roundness, hardness, weight, and elasticity are all within tolerances that exceed the standards set by the International Table Tennis Federation.
(2024-07-28). Foreign envoys hail plenum's new blueprint. ecns.cn They said that the landmark Party meeting, which was held from July 15 to 18, has worked out a blueprint for China's steady development in the coming years, which, in turn, will create opportunities for the rest of the world.
(2024-07-28). UNESCO inscribes Beijing Central Axis on World Heritage List. ecns.cn The Beijing Central Axis, which traces its origins to the 13th century and took its shape in the 16th century, is a remarkable urban feature. Stretching 7.8 kilometers from the north to the south of Beijing, it is recognized as the world's longest urban axis.
(2024-07-28). Paris 2024 | Olympic fever ignites River Seine ahead of opening ceremony. ecns.cn
(2024-07-28). US Elections & Continuity of Agenda. thealtworld.com Rather than imagining US elections like 2 drivers fighting over a single steering wheel, it is better to compare it to a single person (corporate-financier interests) using their left (Democrats) & right (Republicans) legs to climb a set of stairs toward a singular goal; The image included depicts the continuity of agenda regarding US policy toward the encirclement & containment of Russia; Note how all of these policies contribute toward encirclement & containment & how each step would be impossible without the previous taken even by presidents with "opposite" values; Pay particularly close attention to the withd…
(2024-07-28). Crowd strikes out. cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). Big Brother is already at work! Urgent resistance before it's too late… cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). Solidarity with Kenyan people! cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). Tax justice in Pakistan. cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). Corporate Corruption of South African Politics and Economics. cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). The conjuncture in the crisis. cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). Final Statement of the 2024 Summer University organised by ATTAC Maroc in Agadir on July 19, 20 and 21, 2024. cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). STOP the IMF and the World Bank! cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). CADTM statement on repression in Bangladesh. cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). France: Thanks to a massive mobilization of the Left the Far Right cannot control the government. cadtm.org
(2024-07-28). The High Cost of Protectionism: AI Edition. cepr.net Economists go on endless diatribes against tariffs and quotas as costly policies that raise prices to consumers and slow economic growth. There is considerable truth to this story, even if economists and politicians often exaggerate their case to push favored policies. While virtually all economists will go to their graves touting the evils of protectionism …
(2024-07-28). Idiocracy in Virginia. counterpunch.org
(2024-07-28). Copenhagen is nudging residents and tourists to accept a social credit system. expose-news.com The city of Copenhagen, Denmark, has recently introduced a "CopenPay" system to reward tourists for taking green actions such as using public transportation or cycling. These rewards include access to cultural experiences …
(2024-07-28). Iran's Pezeshkian officially gets presidential powers after supreme leader's nod. geo.tv Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei gives a Presidential decree to country's president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian during an endorsement ceremony in Tehran, Iran, July 28, 2024. — ReutersKhamenei endorses vote for "popular" Masoud Pezeshkian.Supreme leader grants presidential powers…
(2024-07-28). US elections: Trump says Christians won't have to vote after November polls. geo.tv Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at Turning Point Action's The Believers Summit 2024 in West Palm Beach, Florida, US on July 26, 2024. — Reuters Trump calls on Christians to get out and vote in November elections.He says, "we'll have it…
(2024-07-28). US election: JD Vance fires back at Harris' loyalty claims at St Cloud Rally. geo.tv JD Vance blasts Kamala Harris for questioning his loyalty. —ReutersRepublican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance blasts Kamala Harris at a campaign rally in St Cloud, Minnesota, on Saturday after she commented on his "loyalty" in a video posted on YouTube….
(2024-07-28). Musk faces backlash for breaching X's policies with parody video of Harris. geo.tv Elon Musk criticised over violating X's policies. —ReutersElon Musk is facing criticism for violating social media platform X's policies after he reshared a parody video of Kamala Harris on his X handle. Earlier on Friday, the CEO of Tesla reposted an AI-generated…
(2024-07-28). Musk mocks Harris with AI-generated parody video on X after Obama's endorsement. geo.tv Elon Musk re-shares a parody video of Kamala Harris on X. —ReutersFollowing former president Barack Obama and his wife Michelle endorsment of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, billionaire Elon Musk mocked the vice president by resharing a parody video of her…
(2024-07-28). Sabotage of the Kiev-Moscow March 2022 Peace Agreement in Istanbul. The End Game is the Destruction and Privatization of Ukraine. globalresearch.ca Ukrainian negotiators said that under their proposals, Kyiv would agree not to join alliances or host bases of foreign troops. The proposals, which would require a referendum in Ukraine. They have essentially agreed to to reject NATO membership.
(2024-07-28). Environmental wartime protection is central to the protection of civilians. icrc.org Statement delivered by Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation, at UN Security Council Arria-Formula Meeting "Stepping up Preventive Action: From Environment Challenges to Opportunities for Peace" on 8 July 2024 in New York City.
(2024-07-28). ICRC Annual Report 2023. icrc.org In a year beset with overlapping crises and humanitarian needs of unprecedented scale, the ICRC's mandate and mission remained as relevant as ever.
(2024-07-28). Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons: 2024 session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2026 Review Conference. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). China: Annual International Humanitarian Law Summer Session Held in Jiangsu. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Nigeria: ICRC surgical team supports Maiduguri Hospital treating 41 wounded people after multiple blasts in Gwoza. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Sudan: ICRC calls for greater access to deliver humanitarian aid as millions of people go without basics for survival. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Iraq: Photography Award 2024. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2024-07-28). Azerbaijan: Family receives remains of missing loved one, honours with a burial after 30 years. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). ICRC office in Gaza surrounded by hundreds of displaced civilians, was damaged by nearby shelling. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). ICRC and European Union continue successful IHL training series. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). The Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross: Commentary. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Gaza: Civilians must be spared from impact of fighting. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Afghanistan: Wheelchair basketball empowers people with disability. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Adhering to Humanitarian Norms Paves Way to Peace. icrc.org — ICRC hosts "Adhering to Humanitarian Norms in Armed Conflicts" Panel at World Peace Forum…
(2024-07-28). Gaza: Repeated mass casualty events put hospitals under severe strain. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Afghanistan: Stable electricity supply elevates health care at Mirwais Regional Hospital. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Working together to address Africa's health challenges and to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs). icrc.org —ICRC holds session at the Global Health Forum of Boao Forum for Asia…
(2024-07-28). In times of insecurity and conflict, states must work together to uphold and strengthen international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Bangladesh: 15th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition 2024 — Call for Registration. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Colombia: Anatomy of a lockdown. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). The International Committee of the Red Cross in Greece, 2016-2023: Brief review of activities. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Ukraine: Repairing two dams reduces risk of collapse for communities. icrc.org
(2024-07-28). Saturday 8/3: Film Screening of Tomorrow's Freedom and Conversation with Sharaf Barghouti. indybay.org Located at the Arab American Cultural Center of Silicon Valley. | For nearby parking, search "3949 Twilight Dr Parking" in your GPS.
(2024-07-28). Pressure Mounts to Address Global Debt Crises as G20 Finance Ministers Meet. indybay.org G20 finance ministers begin their third meeting under this year's G20 Brazilian Presidency.
(2024-07-28). Saturday 7/27: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "My Ramleh" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V4fJ……
(2024-07-28). Saturday 7/27: Labor & The International Struggle For Palestine. indybay.org ILWU Local 6 | 99 Hegenberger St. | Oakland, California…
(2024-07-28). Sunday 7/28: Justice for Sonya Massey & Alexander Antonio Lopez, Recently Murdered by SFPD. indybay.org 15th & Broadway, Oakland…
(2024-07-28). Monday 7/29: Police Raid of Encampment In Pogonip, Santa Cruz. indybay.org Pogonip Forest In Santa Cruz. Park on River St and walk up Golf Club drive all the way up to the green gate entrance to Pogonip.
(2024-07-28). Sunday 8/4: Online Community Teach-In: Anti-Zionism is Not Antisemitism: Jews for a Free Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvce2gpz8oG9J……
(2024-07-28). Donald Trump and George Orwell. indybay.org Orwell's work provides a roadmap for understanding the current political situation. "That kind of unreality that is propagated as reality is what people feel reminded of and that's why they keep coming back. " The 'alternative facts' are a key term for Trump's policies & his handling of facts and also lies.
(2024-07-28). Saturday 7/27: All Out to Arrest Netanyahu. indybay.org SF Federal Building, 90 7th St, SF…
(2024-07-28). Infinity Markers: A universal marker signifying the place someone has died inadvertently. indybay.org I have invented a universal headstone/marker to be placed at the site of a person's last breath of life. This marker would display, the name, birthdate death date and city/ country of origin and a photograph of the deceased upon a stainless steel placque with 2 9″ crystal's joined at the base with an infinity symbol through both crystals.
(2024-07-28). Tuesday 7/30: Webinar: Halt Holtec — the Nuclear Mafia. indybay.org Online | secure.everyaction.com/xhFQ51S3xUGJeESdX……
(2024-07-28). Guerrilla Litigation and Re-imagining Outside Support. indybay.org
(2024-07-28). Thursday 8/22: We Are Not Animals Book Presentation & Platica. indybay.org 315 Main St, Suite 206, Watsonville…
(2024-07-28). Saturday 8/10: 10 Year Anniversary Party – Black Rose Anarchist Federation. indybay.org The Firehouse | 815 Alice Street | Oakland, CA…
(2024-07-28). Tuesday 7/30: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | http: //tinyurl.com/PalestineTuesday…
(2024-07-28). Friday 8/9: "Silent Fallout": Film Showing w/ Director Hideaki Ito – Atomic Bomb Tests Radiation in US. indybay.org First Unitarian Church | 685 14th Street | Oakland, CA…
(2024-07-28). Saturday 7/27: San Diego Weekly Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…
(2024-07-28). Arrest Of War Criminal Netanyahu Demanded. indybay.org "People's Red Line" of names and ages of murdered children march to Sen Padilla's office…
(2024-07-28). Saturday 8/3: Film Screening of Tomorrow's Freedom and Conversation with Sharif Barghouti. indybay.org Located at the Arab American Cultural Center of Silicon Valley. | For nearby parking, search "3949 Twilight Dr Parking" in your GPS.
(2024-07-28). Governments and Corporations Have Blood on Their Hands, Indigenous Tell United Nations. indybay.org Governments around the world have blood on their hands, and the racism and abuse is often masked by the wealth and power of both governments, and the corporations that fund and fuel them, the testimony before the United Nations Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples revealed in Geneva during July.
(2024-07-28). Moldova – US Relations, More Important than Ever. indybay.org With a population of 3.3 million, the landlocked Republic of Moldova bordered by Ukraine and Romania first became independent with the demise of the Soviet Union in 1991. Since that time in its formative growth, it has suffered many challenges in establishing itself as an independent democratic nation through political, ethnic, social and economic changes.
(2024-07-28). From the UK, a New Reminder Why Inequality Must Go. inequality.org
(2024-07-28). Mosques along Kanwar Yatra route hidden with cloth sheets in Uttarakhand's Haridwar. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff Two mosques and a shrine along the route of the Kanwar Yatra in Uttarakhand's Haridwar were on Friday morning hidden from view with large white sheets. Following the video becoming viral on social media and mass condemnations, the sheets were removed later in the day. Satpal Maharaj, the minister in charge …
(2024-07-28). Mosques along Kanwar Yatra route hidden with cloth sheets in Uttarakhand's Haridwar. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff Two mosques and a shrine along the route of the Kanwar Yatra in Uttarakhand's Haridwar were on Friday morning hidden from view with large white sheets. Following the video becoming viral on social media and mass condemnations, the sheets were removed later in the day. Satpal Maharaj, the minister in charge …
(2024-07-28). Multipolar World, Ukraine, Iran, Palestine, Yemen with Pepe Escobar and Richard Medhurst. thealtworld.com
(2024-07-28). Pres. Maduro casts his vote in elections. plenglish.com Caracas, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro cast on Sunday his vote in the presidential elections and called on the people to go to the polls in which 10 candidates are participating.
(2024-07-28). Venezuelan elections begin with 95 percent of tables installed. plenglish.com Caracas, July 28 (Prensa Latina) The president of the National Electoral Council (CNE) of Venezuela, Elvis Amoroso, reported that 95 percent of the electoral tables were installed at the start of today's presidential election, in which 10 candidates are competing.
(2024-07-28). Caravan in Miami will ask for lifting of US blockade on Cuba. plenglish.com Washington, July 28 (Prensa Latina) Voices against the blockade on Cuba will be heard today in different cities inside and outside the United States, one of them in Miami, where they will gather at the international airport of that city in southern Florida.
(2024-07-28). Russia to react if the U.S. deploys missiles in Germany. plenglish.com Moscow, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) Russia will react by deploying short and medium range weapons if the United States deploys its missiles in Germany, President Vladimir Putin warned today.
(2024-07-28). In Uruguay, unstoppable solidarity in face of blockade on Cuba. plenglish.com Montevideo, July 28 (Prensa Latina) The Social and Cultural Association of Public Education Students -ASCEEP- and the Federation of University Students of Uruguay (FEUU) expressed their solidarity with Cuba and demanded the end of the US blockade.
(2024-07-28). Diaz-Canel: Chávez's legacy mobilizes Venezuela. plenglish.com Havana, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) The thought of Hugo Chávez (1954-2013) lives on and mobilizes his people in another civic day of the Bolivarian Revolution, said today the Cuban president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, on occasion of the 70th birthday of the Venezuelan leader.
(2024-07-28). Evening pays tribute to Cuban culture and history in New York City. plenglish.com New York, US, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) An evening dedicated to National Rebelliousness Day paid tribute to the Cuban culture in this city, as part of a Week of Cuban Art and Revolution that ended this Saturday.
(2024-07-28). Costa Rica: "The banana strike, a sign of class identity". pressenza.com 90 years after the historic protest against "Mamita Yunai" in Costa Rica: | On July 16, the National Commission for the Commemoration of the National Day of Banana Workers held a forum as part of the agenda of initiatives for the rescue, vindication and celebration of one of the most relevant milestones in the union history of Costa Rica. Marielos Aguilar, historian and specialist in the history of the Costa Rican social and union movement, spoke with La Rel. | "In Costa Rica, banana workers occupy a very important position in the national labour movement's struggle for rights, especially from the 1930s o…
(2024-07-28). Inside the struggle to stop the 'social cleansing' of Paris for the Olympics. pressenza.com Aid groups and migrants are mobilizing to provide social services and block the eviction of the most vulnerable people in Paris ahead of the Olympics. | With the approach of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, organizers and aid groups are working to ensure the continuation of social services in the city. They are also trying to stop the evictions of over 12,500 of the city's most vulnerable people, who often face the destruction of their dwellings, belongings and documents."Those are their homes, no matter how rough," emphasized Antoine De Clerck, coordinator of La Reverse de la Médaille, or RDLM, a collective of ov…
(2024-07-28). EU sends €1.5 billion to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets. presstv.ir The European Union has transferred 1.5 billion euros to Kiev from the revenues obtained from the Russian assets frozen as part of the European bloc's sanctions imposed on Moscow over the Ukraine war.
(2024-07-28). Ethiopia landslides death toll could jump to 500, UN says. presstv.ir Heavy rains triggered a landslide burying people in the Gofa Zone of southern Ethiopia on Sunday night…
(2024-07-28). Samsung Electronics union workers strike for higher pay, more benefits. presstv.ir Members of a Samsung Electronics union have staged a rally in their continued strike in South Korea, demanding higher wages and improved benefits.
(2024-07-28). UK police's brutal assault on Muslim family. presstv.ir Shockwaves have rippled through the Muslim community in the UK in the wake of an incident involving British police officers brutally attacking a family of Muslim citizens of Pakistani origin at Manchester Airport.
(2024-07-28). US-occupied military base comes under fresh missile strike in east Syria. presstv.ir A military facility occupied by US forces in Syria's eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr has come under a fresh missile attack.
(2024-07-28). Hundreds join pro-Palestine rally in Sydney attempting to disrupt NSW Labour conference. presstv.ir Hundreds joined pro-Palestine rally outside Sydney Town Hall demanding Australia's PM Albanese to speak for ceasefire in Gaza.
(2024-07-28). Iraqis protest over summer blackouts, water shortages. presstv.ir Hundreds of Iraqis in the southern province of Diwaniyah protest against power cuts and water shortages during the extreme heat of summer.
(2024-07-28). Body cam footage shows white US police shooting unarmed Black woman. presstv.ir Sean Grayson, 30, fired three shots, striking Sonya Massey one time in the face.
(2024-07-28). Firefighters battle to control wildfires in Oregon. presstv.ir
(2024-07-28). Erdogan, Assad to meet in August amid thaw in relations: Report. presstv.ir Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Syrian counterpart Bashar al-Assad are expected to meet with each other for the first time after over 10 years at the Yayladagi-Kasab border gate.
(2024-07-28). Tonnes of dead fish surface in western Mexico. presstv.ir Tonnes of dead fish surface on the banks of the Santiago River in western Mexico, with local communities pointing the finger at pollution caused by factories upstream. Around 250 companies discharge their waste in the area, which previously led authorities to prohibit fishing.
(2024-07-28). Russia downs 36 drones, HIMARS rockets; Ukraine reports 69 battles. presstv.ir Russia's Defense Ministry reported on Monday that Russian air defense forces had shot down a Ukrainian Air Force MiG-29 aircraft.
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(2024-07-28). Where Matters Stand. thealtworld.com The assassination issue has been reduced to operational failure and insufficient budgetary resources for the Secret Service, and the assassination has been moved aside by Kamala's emergence as the Democrat candidate for President. The presstitutes are again speaking with one voice preparing the narrative of a close election that makes it possible to use the election theft mechanisms that have been legalized by the Democrats in the swing states. | Biden had to go because he was too discredited as a viable candidate for the Democrats to be able to steal the election in his behalf. Kamala, previously soundly rejecte…
(2024-07-28). Brazilian scientists use genetically modified yeast to synthesise bioethanol. tvbrics.com The experts use a plant common in Latin America as a raw material‚Å…
(2024-07-28). Analysts forecast the UAE economy to grow by 6.2 per cent in 2025. tvbrics.com This will be facilitated by the implementation of strategic initiatives by the Emirati authorities…
(2024-07-28). Saudi Arabia launches cheetah reintroduction programme. tvbrics.com This initiative is an important step towards securing a sustainable future for cheetahs in the Kingdom…
(2024-07-28). BRICS News Digest. tvbrics.com We tell you what happened during the week in the five countries…
(2024-07-28). Venezuela starts presidential elections. tvbrics.com From 06: 00 to 18: 00 local time, 15,767 polling stations opened their doors for the start of the elections…
(2024-07-28). Ukraine-Drone Attack Ignites Fire in Russian Oil Depot. devdiscourse.com Three tanks at an oil storage depot in Russia's Kursk region ignited in flames following a drone attack launched by Ukraine, according to acting regional governor Alexei Smirnov on Sunday.
(2024-07-28). Ukraine War Day #886: Underwater Escape Foiled. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com
(2024-07-28). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 884. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 884th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-07-28). Putin Embarrasses NATO By Capturing Another Ukraine Town, Days After Chasing Off UK Jets | Russia. hindustantimes.com Russia on July 27 claimed to have liberated Lozuvatske village in the Pokrovsk sector of Ukraine's Donetsk region. The Russian defence ministry said its "centre" grouping of forces had captured Lozuvatske, northwest of the Russian-held regional centre of Donetsk. However, Ukraine's general staff made no mention of the settlement in its reports but noted that the area around it was gripped by heavy fighting.
(2024-07-28). Experts Cast Doubt on Trump's Pledge To End Ukraine War in 24 Hours. themedialine.org
(2024-07-28). Experts from Iran evaluate Türkiye-Syria normalization. uwidata.com By Gàºrkan Demir, Tehran, Iran The normalization process between Ankara and Damascus, which had been suspended for a while, has been revived following President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan's recent statements. As the two countries are taking steps towards normalization, Tehran's position continues to be a matter of curiosity. Dr. Hamid Roushencheshm, a Political Science Department lecturer …
(2024-07-28). The US Navy builds up to 'West Asian Naval Wars'. uwidata.com By (Ret.) Turkish Staff Navy Captain Halil àñzsaraàß In states, the political power that directs the elements of national power also assigns tasks to the military power. The political power, which foresees that long-term conditions will change positively or negatively, may ask the military power to prepare for more ambitious or, on the contrary, more …
(2024-07-28). The Venezuelan right-wing opposition's plan to sabotage presidential elections. uwidata.com By Yunus Soner, Caracas, Venezuela Venezuela is going to elect its future president today. Parts of the opposition, though, have previously rejected to sign an agreement, promising to recognize the results announced by the National Electoral Council (CNE), the country's only authorized institution to recognize results. Tarek William Saab is the Attorney General of Venezuela. …
(2024-07-28). Africa leads in reducing new HIV infections — report. independent.co.ug Africa's HIV prevention measures are yielding results, with a new UN report revealing that for the first time, most new infections now occur outside the continent. Despite existing gaps, the report offers hope on the path toward 2030 targets. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa's prevention measures in the fight against new HIV infections …
(2024-07-28). Schools shut in Pune, Mumbai on red alert as heavy rains lash Maharashtra. ummid.com Local administration announced a day's off, holiday, in schools and colleges in Pune on Friday July 26, 2024 whereas Mumbai is put on red alert as heavy rains disrupted normal life in various parts of Maharashtra.
(2024-07-28). EU Foreign Policy chief Josep Borrell should call for the immediate release of environmental rights defenders in Vietnam. fidh.org
(2024-07-28). OpenAI rolls-out SearchGPT. ummid.com Microsoft backed OpenAI which stormed the internet space last January entered the Google search market launching its own AI powered 'SearchGPT'.
(2024-07-28). Rwanda, unsurprising RPF victory in recent elections: a political jolt needed to restore democracy. fidh.org In Rwanda's recent general elections, held on 15 July, incumbent President Paul Kagame and his ruling party, the Rwanda Patriotic Front (RPF), were largely re-elected as Head of State and to the National Assembly.
| These results without suspense confirm the regime's stranglehold on the country's political life.
| FIDH and its member organisation the Rwandan Observatory for Human Rights (ODHR) call on the Rwandan authorities to immediately put an end to the restriction of civic and (…) | – | /…
(2024-07-28). 13 year old girl drowns in Lake Bunyonyi. independent.co.ug Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A 13 year old girl on Saturday evening drowned in Lake Bunyonyi while fetching water. Monica Musinguzi, a primary six pupil at Kagorogoro primary school and daughter to Edward Ndyomugyenyi, a resident of Kifurugutu in Kagorogoro village, Butanda sub county, Kabale district drowned at around 07: 00PM. According to her believed …
(2024-07-28). Ethiopia: Massive crackdown on civil society organisations. fidh.org The recent forced dissolution of numerous civil society organisations highlights an intensification in the restriction of civic space in Ethiopia, and constitutes a major violation of the rights to freedom of association and expression, which has harmful consequences on civil society as a whole. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT) urges the Ethiopian authorities to put an immediate end to this escalating crackdown on civic space and independent domestic (…) | – |
(2024-07-28). Belal Muhammad becomes first fighter of Palestinian origin to win UFC title. aljazeera.com Mixed martial arts fighter snatches UFC welterweight crown from defending champion Leon Edwards.
(2024-07-28). Kamala Harris tests new attack on Trump and J.D. Vance: 'just plain weird'. scmp.com The US vice-president cast herself as the underdog in the White House race and once again challenged her Republican rival to debate her.
(2024-07-28). Bangladesh: Crackdown on students was brutal, overkill. ummid.com The helms of affairs of government and security agencies in Bangladesh during the rage of countrywide student protests in the last seven days, in panic, overreacted.
(2024-07-28). Karamoja Regional Council pays tribute to Simon Peter Aleper. independent.co.ug Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Karamoja Regional Council has paid tribute to the former Member of Parliament for Moroto municipality, Simon Peter Aleper. Aleper who was also National Resistance Movement Central Executive Committee Member died in a fatal motor accident at Bukoona along Iganga-Tirinyi road in the wee hours of Tuesday morning while on …
(2024-07-28). HRDN Letter to Members of the European Parliament — 2024-2029 Legislature. fidh.org The Human Rights and Democracy Network (HRDN) brings together 68 civil society organisations united by a vision that human rights and democracy should be placed at the heart of the European Union's internal and external policy agenda. We work together toward an EU which effectively protects human rights at home, and is a force for positive change in the world.
| In a letter addressed to the new legislature of the European parliament that is taking office at a time of growing global (…) | – |
(2024-07-28). Cédric Durand: Landscapes of Capital. newleftreview.org A critical engagement with the work of Brett Christophers, whose books—The New Enclosure, Rentier Capitalism, Our Lives in Their Portfolios and The Price Is Wrong—unfold a novel critique of the 'rentier stage' of contemporary capitalism, in the tradition of radical historical geography developed by Lefebvre, Harvey and Davis.
(2024-07-28). The Venezuelan right-wing opposition's plan to sabotage presidential elections. unitedworldint.com By Yunus Soner, Caracas, Venezuela Venezuela is going to elect its future president today. Parts of the opposition, though, have previously rejected to sign an agreement, promising to recognize the results announced by the National Electoral Council (CNE), the country's only authorized institution to recognize results. Tarek William Saab is the Attorney General of Venezuela. …
(2024-07-28). KEA UGNEET 2024: Application Edit Link Activated. ummid.com Candidates seeking admission in Medical, Dental, Ayurveda, Unani and Homoeopathy courses through Karnataka UGNEET 2024 can edit their application if they want using 'Application Edit Link; activated on the official website kea.kar.nic.in.
(2024-07-28). Mindset change in climate change fight. independent.co.ug Heads of state and government must seize this moment, change course, and start valuing ancestral knowledge COMMENT | SONIA GUAJAJARA | The climate disasters unfolding around the world — including unprecedented floods in Brazil, Africa, and China, heat waves in Asia and the Middle East, and persistent droughts in Europe and Latin America — show that …
(2024-07-28). Fiji falls short as Dupont rallies France to claim Olympics rugby sevens gold. asiapacificreport.nz By Iliesa Tora, RNZ Pacific senior sports journalist in Paris France has claimed their first Olympic Games sevens rugby gold medal with a 28-7 win over Fiji at the Stade de France Star French player Antoine Dupont scored two late second half tries to help the side create history in front of a partisan 69,000…
(2024-07-28). Bangladesh: PM Sheikh Hasina Govt on Trial. ummid.com Never before in the history of Bangladesh (since 1972), in any student uprising, anti-government movement or people's revolt so much blood has been spilt in street violence.
(2024-07-28). Bangladesh: Quota Reform and the Fall of Secular Nationalism. muslimskeptic.com The 2024 Bangladesh Quota Reform Movement is an ongoing anti-government protest in Bangladesh, led by students from public and private universities, demanding the cancellation of the existing quota system for government job recruitment. The protest has been met with a strong crackdown from governmental forces, leading to nearly 200 deaths so far. But why? Why …
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Preventing traveler's diarrhea. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Traveler's diarrhea is a common and uncomfortable digestive tract disorder that can affect people when they travel to new environments. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, up to 70% of travelers experience episodes. It's caused by eating contaminated food or water. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says traveler's diarrhea is not usually serious, but can be highly unpleasant. He offers strategies to help you stay healthy and avoid it. Watch: The Mayo Clinic…
(2024-07-28). KCET 2024 First Round Seat Allotment Schedule Published. ummid.com Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published on its official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in the First Round Seat Allotment Schedule or First Round Seat Allotment Activity for Karnataka UGCET 2024 counselling underway for admission in Engineering, Architecture, Agriculture, Veterinary, Pharmacy and other courses.
(2024-07-28). Bangladesh: Attacks and killings of peaceful student protesters strongly condemned. fidh.org
(2024-07-28). What Gives an Artist Profitable Cultural Power in the World? fairobserver.com How does an artist obtain cultural power during his lifetime? Why do some artists rise to stardom with cookie-cutter products, while others labor over avant-garde works but remain unknown throughout their careers? These questions followed me since I began researching for my book Poder Suave — Soft Power, launched in Brazil in 2017. That following…
(2024-07-28). Niger: Rights in Free Fall a Year After Coup. fidh.org Crackdown on Opposition, Media; No Oversight of Military Spending.
Nairobi, July 25, 2024 — The military authorities in Niger have cracked down on the opposition, media, and peaceful dissent since taking power in a coup one year ago, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch and the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) said today.
| They have arbitrarily detained former President Mohamed Bazoum, and at least 30 officials from the ousted government and people close to the (…) | – |
(2024-07-28). Preventing measles outbreaks in the US through vaccination. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports more than a dozen outbreaks of measles in the U.S., with more than 165 confirmed cases of the highly contagious viral disease. Most of the cases are among children under age 5, and more than half of all cases have resulted in hospitalization. "Measles is a viral infection that is highly contagious if you're not immune to it," says Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician with the Mayo Clinic Children's Center. "It's generally characterized by…
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to jump-start your workout. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Summer Olympics have started, which might inspire you to be more physically active. But jump-starting your workout routine can be challenging if you've been sitting on the couch for a while. It can seem like a daunting task. Dr. Nathan LeBrasseur, director of the Robert and Arlene Kogod Center on Aging at Mayo Clinic, says it's never too late to get moving, even if you're an older adult. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/mEkRo550oKg…
(2024-07-28). 'Message to China': Europe steps up air drills in Japan's backyard amid regional threats. scmp.com Japan's drills with Germany, France and Spain highlight Europe's growing military engagement with the Indo-Pacific region, analysts say.
(2024-07-28). Iran Shuts Down as Heatwave Causes Hospitalizations and Energy Peaks. themedialine.org
(2024-07-28). Presidential election held in Venezuela. america.cgtn.com Venezuelans voted on Sunday, July 28 in the most keenly awaited presidential election there in more than a decade. | Opposition supporters say their main candidate Edmundo Gonzalez stands a real chance of winning, while the incumbent, President Nicolás Maduro, says he is confident of victory. Stephen Gibbs looks at the two main contenders.
(2024-07-28). Rebecca Lossin: The Multiple Gaze. newleftreview.org Resisting the erasure of working-class life in the American rust belt, the critical photography of LaToya Ruby Frazier combines intimate portraiture with representations of capital's flight. Rebecca Lossin reflects on MoMA's recent retrospective of her work—and on the cultural politics of documentary image-making in an age saturated with the visual.
(2024-07-28). Grey Anderson: Imperium Uncloaked. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Tom Stevenson, Someone Else's Empire. Lucid anatomization of the American imperium, with a devastating assessment of the UK's equerry role.
(2024-07-28). Ugandan, DR Congo troops rescue another 23 abductees from ADF rebels. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Troops of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) on Saturday successfully rescued another 23 abductees from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels in their joint military operation in the eastern DRC, a Ugandan spokesperson said. The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) and armed forces of the DRC, …
(2024-07-28). Museveni tasks army to probe into Buddo shooting. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has reportedly tasked the army spy and investigations agency to investigate the Tuesday gold shooting incident at Buddo junction which left two people dead. Museveni, according to sources has directed Defence and Intelligence Security (DIS) formerly Chief of Military Intelligence (CMI) to conduct parallel investigation after being …
(2024-07-28). The missing cemetery cats of Buenos Aires: What happened? aljazeera.com The Recoleta Cemetery once teemed with stray cats. But evolving notions of animal welfare brought big changes.
(2024-07-28). The Tale of the Boy Who Cried "Racism!" fairobserver.com The French Football Federation recently announced its intention to file a legal complaint over "racist and discriminatory remarks" made by Enzo Fernández and other Argentinian football players. Fernández had shared a video on Instagram featuring him and his teammates singing about the rival players, specifically those of African heritage. "They play for France, but their…
(2024-07-28). Pain relief for worn spinal disks. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The fluid-filled cushions between the bones in your spine are called disks. They provide flexibility, allow for spine movement like flexion and extension, and act as shock absorbers. Most young people have healthy disks. Each disk is flexible, with fluid-filled collagen fibers that fill the space between the vertebrae and provide the necessary cushion to allow their spines to bend and flex fully without pain. Disks can wear out with age and use, however, which…
(2024-07-28). Delaware study aims to revitalize state's arts and culture with new online map to boost economy and tourism. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Over the past two years, the "After over two years of work and research, we are beyond excited to roll out this unpreceden…
(2024-07-28). Supreme Court rejects NEET UG 2024 re-test. ummid.com The Supreme Court of India Tuesday July 23, 2024 rejected the demands to order re-examination of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) or NEET (UG) 2024.
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic recognized for disability inclusion. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic recently received the highest possible score on the Disability Equality Index and was named a "Best Place To Work For Disability Inclusion" by the American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability: IN. Disability is a part of the human experience, crossing all boundaries, including age, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status and other demographics. Globally, people with disabilities represent 1.3 billion individuals. "Mayo Clinic's dedication to accessibility for both patients…
(2024-07-28). Radhika Desai: Peak Hindutva? newleftreview.org As Modi's BJP loses its overall majority, Radhika Desai examines the part played by India's capitalist conglomerates in his rise—and the contradictions on which their strategy has foundered. The economic crisis of the parched countryside as brake on Hindutva's forward march.
(2024-07-28). Researchers explore potential for AI to predict patients' pain management support needs after surgery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A Mayo Clinic study explored the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to predict a patient's need for additional pain management support after surgery.
(2024-07-28). Microsoft rolls-out 'Bing Generative Search' – What's new. ummid.com Information Technology giant Microsoft Wednesday integrated its Bing search with a new and Generative AI powered tool billed as 'Bing Generative Search'.
(2024-07-28). Thailand: Anon Nampa sentenced to four more years in prison. fidh.org
(2024-07-28). New research discovers a new combination of therapy for people with a type of leukemia, leading them to live longer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — In a new multicenter international study led by the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, researchers found that people with the B-cell precursor subtype of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (BCP-ALL), who also lacked a genetic abnormality known as the Philadelphia chromosome and were in remission with no trace of cancer, showed significantly higher survival rates when blinatumomab was added to their chemotherapy treatment. The randomized study results are published this month in the New England…
(2024-07-28). Well wishes for Team South Africa at Paris Olympics. sanews.gov.za Well wishes for Team South Africa at Paris Olympics | President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished Team South Africa the best success for the Olympic Games currently underway in Paris. |
This as the 2024 Olympic Games got underway this week in France. | "Having our flag held aloft by Team South Africa fills us with great pride and expectation for the team's success in the Paris Games. Team South Africa also causes us to reflect on how our 30 years of freedom have opened the doors for South Africans from all backgrounds, walks of life and geographic locations to exercise their human potential and talents," said the Pr…
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why skipping breakfast can be bad for your heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Some say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Is it really? That's up for debate. However, skipping the first meal is not the healthiest choice and can even put someone at risk for health issues. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains why. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/NOPItPAnq70 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 10) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: …
(2024-07-28). Uganda to send team for World Junior Badminton Championship in Nanchang. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda will send six players to the BWF World Junior Badminton Championships 2024 to be hosted in Nanchang, China. Simon Mugabi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Badminton Association (UBA) told Xinhua on Thursday that the junior national team of three boys and three girls will play in the …
(2024-07-28). Demystifying my diagnosis of autism. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org After receiving a diagnosis of autism as an adult, a Mayo Clinic graduate student addressed her educational needs — and embarked on research to make the diagnosis easier for others.
(2024-07-28). Caring for your psychological needs as an adolescent or young adult cancer survivor. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The burden of cancer is different for everyone, and life stages can play a role in how it affects people. For adolescents and young adults (AYAs) ages 15 to 39, cancer is a disruptor during a time when people are experiencing personal growth, taking on new responsibilities and becoming independent. This can take a toll on mental health, and the emotional and psychological distress of surviving cancer during these formative years can have long-term effects….
(2024-07-28). UAE Sends Aid to Ethiopia in Response to Landslides. themedialine.org
(2024-07-28). Paving the way for future larynx transplants through regenerative science. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Surgeons at Mayo Clinic in Arizona perform a total larynx transplant Mayo Clinic envisions a day when regenerative science makes it possible to offer a total larynx transplant to anyone who needs one. The research team of David Lott, M.D., hopes to overcome a shortage of donor organs and minimize the need for lifelong drugs to prevent organ rejection. Through regenerative sciences, the team is investigating ways a person's own tissue could be used as…
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Reducing thumb arthritis pain. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Thousands of Americans suffer from thumb arthritis. This disorder can greatly affect daily life and can make it a struggle to do simple things like opening doors or holding objects. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon who specializes in wrist and hand disorders, explains the condition and available treatments. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/G1XIf_w-mIE Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic…
(2024-07-28). US, Japan and South Korea sign pact to institutionalise defence ties. scmp.com The US will unveil a major revamp of its military command structure in Japan, headed by a three-star general.
(2024-07-28). Tomorrow's Cure: How personalized vaccines combat cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The new episode of Tomorrow's Cure highlights the efforts of research scientists who are equipping a vaccine with bits of proteins that redirect the immune system's efforts to specifically fight cancer. The vaccine aims to prevent breast cancer tumors from returning, as relapsing cancer is often more aggressive and difficult to treat. The latest research also seeks to understand why some breast cancer tumors evade the body's immune response. Featured experts are Dr. Keith Knutson,…
(2024-07-28). 'My baby girl was born on the street': A traumatic birth in Gaza. aljazeera.com On a cold night, Alaa gave birth on a dark road. Afterwards, she and her baby had to find a way to get to the hospital.
(2024-07-28). Paris Olympics: South Africa's Brandon Valjalo on skateboarding competition. america.cgtn.com The men's street skateboarding competition at the Paris Olympics scheduled on Saturday was postponed to Monday, July 29, following torrential rain in the city over the weekend. Skateboarding captured the imagination at Tokyo 2020 and underlined a shift in direction for Olympic sport. CGTN's Dan Williams has more.
(2024-07-28). Mayor Orders Crackdown on Illegal Basements After Tragic Incident. devdiscourse.com Following a tragic incident where three civil services aspirants lost their lives due to flooding in a basement coaching centre, Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi has called for stringent actions against such operations.
(2024-07-28). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2024 Round 1 Option Form – Direct Link. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE Maharashtra) has started through its official website poly24.dtemaharashtra.gov.in from Friday July 26, 2024 CAP Round 1 Option Form filling and confirmation for admission in First Year Post SSC Diploma Technical Courses in different polytechnic courses for the year 2024-25.
(2024-07-28). Detecting pancreatic cancer through changes in body composition and metabolism. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Abdominal CT scans in the same individual shows profound changes in body composition from 14 months prior (left) to nine months prior (center) to time of pancreatic cancer diagnosis (right). Pancreatic cancer is a formidable disease, often diagnosed too late for effective treatment. However, new research from Mayo Clinic represents a promising step toward identifying biological signals or biomarkers that may aid in early detection. By tracking changes in body composition and metabolism, researchers are…
(2024-07-28). What you need to know about listeria. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued an alert after a listeria outbreak in several states. There have been at least two fatalities, and dozens have become sickened. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a Mayo Clinic pediatric infectious diseases expert, discusses the risks associated with listeria. "Listeria is a type of bacteria that is usually transmitted through food and food products. It is especially a concern if you're pregnant, if you're elderly or if you…
(2024-07-28). International Migration Organisation, religious leaders agree to foster safe migration. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and religious leaders have agreed to jointly educate Ugandans about safe migration. This decision resulted from a three-day engagement on safe migration between the IOM and the Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU). In search of better opportunities, many Ugandans have fallen prey to unsafe …
(2024-07-28). Paris Olympics: New Zealand's Hayden Wilde on Paris triathlon struggles. america.cgtn.com Organizers of Paris 2024 are hoping for better weather over the next few days, which would allow for the water quality of the River Seine to improve ahead of a triathlon competition set for Tuesday. | Heavy rain over the last 24 hours forced Sunday's practice session to be canceled over safety concerns about the water. If it does not improve, the swim section will be dropped and the event will become a duathlon, made up of cycling and running. | CGTN's Dan Williams spoke with New Zealand's Hayden Wilde about the issues facing the triathlon and on the possibility of reducing the competition to a biathlon.
(2024-07-28). A flurry of grant money is flowing to the Philly region for environmental projects. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! A surge of federal money for environmental justice and climate action is flowing to the Philadelphia region. | This week, the EPA announced funding coming for upcycling tree waste into wood products in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh and for
(2024-07-28). Trump says US must dominate cryptocurrency sector, cites China competition. scmp.com The Republican presidential candidate has slammed Democrats' attempts to regulate the sector.
(2024-07-28). Paris Olympics: Team Great Britain secures historic Olympic bronze in women's diving. america.cgtn.com China's divers made a strong start, winning gold in the Women's Synchronized 3-meter Springboard. They finished ahead of a U.S. pair who took silver. Australia had looked set to win bronze, only to make a mistake in their last dive, allowing the team from Great Britain to make it onto the podium instead. CGTN's Dan Williams has the story.
(2024-07-28). WBJEE 2024 Round 1 Seat Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released on its official website wbjeeb.nic.in 1st Round Seat Allotment result of WBJEE 2024 Counselling.
(2024-07-28). Amid high drama, Rahul Gandhi meets farmers in Parliament. ummid.com Congress MP from Amethi Rahul Gandhi Wednesday met a delegation of farmers in the office of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Parliament Complex amid a high drama.
(2024-07-28). Uganda Premier League champions SC Villa sack Serbian coach Stojanovic. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda Premier League reigning champions SC Villa have terminated their contract with the Serbian head coach Dusan Stojanovic. William Nkemba, the SC Villa chief executive officer announced on Saturday that the club had parted ways with Stojanovic. "The club wishes Dusan well in his next endeavours, and thanks him for …
(2024-07-28). Africa's outsourcing boom: young talent fuels industry growth. independent.co.ug Africa is forecast to create 1.5 million new BPO jobs over the next six years, with South Africa, Kenya, and Egypt poised to benefit ANALYSIS | LENNOX YIEKE | The business process outsourcing (BPO) sector in Africa — currently employing 1.2 million full-time equivalents across more than 400 contact centres handling international outsourcing contracts — is …
(2024-07-28). Stunning Performances, High Dramas: Paris Olympics Day One Recap. devdiscourse.com The opening day of the Paris Olympic Games featured a mix of stunning performances and high drama across multiple sports. Victor Wembanyama electrified the home crowd by leading France to a 78-66 basketball victory over Brazil, recovering from early mistakes to finish with 19 points. Conversely, Giannis Antetokounmpo's Greece faltered, losing 86-79 to Canada.
(2024-07-28). Corporate Tax cut has historically failed to boost growth. ummid.com Budget 2024 Analysis: Corporate tax cuts have been found to have an insignificant to zero effect on economic growth.
(2024-07-28). Signal Iduna Park, Euro 2024 SF venue, best football stadium in Europe. ummid.com Signal Iduna Park located Dortmund in Germany's in Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia region, one of the Euro 2024 venues, has been adjudged the best football stadium in Europe.
(2024-07-28). Jinja College Old Students fundraise for shs3 billion dormitory. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Old students of Jinja College SS under their umbrella body of Jinja College old Boys Association-JICOBA have embarked on a drive to raise 3 Billion Shillings to construct a three-stored dormitory complex. Once completed, the new structure is expected to accommodate over 500 students. The old students who held a …
(2024-07-28). Australian Prime Minister Announces Major Cabinet Reshuffle. devdiscourse.com Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a significant cabinet reshuffle on Sunday, following the retirement plans of two senior ministers. The reshuffle, the first since the Labor Party took power in May 2022, aims to rejuvenate the team before the next election anticipated in 2025.
(2024-07-28). Ayatollah Khamenei Endorses Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran's President. themedialine.org
(2024-07-28). Sanjay Subrahmanyam: Blood and Bombast. newleftreview.org Sanjay Subrahmanyam on Vinayak Chaturvedi, Hindutva and Violence and Janaki Bakhle, Savarkar and the Making of Hindutva. Intellectual biographies of Hindu nationalism's Mazzini-inspired theoretician.
(2024-07-28). Chinese Academy Of Sciences: "Antarctic Cold Spells Shattered Records" In July-August, 2023. wattsupwiththat.com Kunlun Station recorded its lowest temperature ever observed at -79.4 ∞C, nearly 5 ∞C colder than the old record.
(2024-07-28). The good the bad and the ugly. independentaustralia.net
(2024-07-28). Guardian: Extreme Heat Poses Threat to Spanish Beach Tourism. wattsupwiththat.com So go swimming a few weeks earlier in the season?
(2024-07-28). Marvel Shocker: Robert Downey Jr. Unmasked as Doctor Doom at Comic-Con. devdiscourse.com Robert Downey Jr. stunned fans at San Diego Comic-Con's Hall H by revealing himself as Doctor Doom for his return to the Marvel franchise. During the panel, filled with hooded figures dressed as the iconic villain, Downey Jr. expressed his excitement to play such a complicated character, with fans chanting his name.
(2024-07-28). 'We can't solve the climate crisis without gender equality', says Heine. asiapacificreport.nz The fourth report in a five-part series focused on the 15th Triennial Conference of Pacific Women taking place in the Marshall Islands this week. SPECIAL REPORT: By Netani Rika in Majuro Climate justice and gender equality cannot be achieved separately, a Pacific women's conference heard this week. Marshall Islands President Dr Hilda Heine said the…
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Role of the larynx and how to protect it. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A medical milestone at Mayo Clinic, a total larynx transplant performed on a patient with active cancer, has generated headlines recently in the medical world. But what is the larynx and what does it do? When you talk, many parts of your body work together to make a sound. The larynx, also called the voice box, plays an important part in the process. Dr. David Lott, a Mayo Clinic otolaryngologist who led the first known clinical trial on…
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Navigating nutrition for heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Could a short diet questionnaire encourage patients to make better food choices and improve heart health? In the past, your healthcare team had to rely on lengthy surveys to better understand what you were eating. But that's all changed with the Mini-EAT assessment tool. Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains how this free, relatively new technology is helping patients and healthcare professionals. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/kmDKDTbg_78 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is…
(2024-07-28). Kursi Bachao Budget, Opp as Modi Govt Opens its Coffers for AP, Bihar. ummid.com Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Tuesday July 23, 2024 presented Union Budget 2024 amidst high expectations but little hope as the past ten years of Modi government has failed in addressing the key issues, especially concerning to manufacturing sector, unemployment and education.
(2024-07-28). Indian Women's Doubles Faces Early Setback at Paris Olympics. devdiscourse.com The Indian women's doubles pair of Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto began their Paris Olympics campaign with a loss in straight games to South Koreans Kim So Yeong and Kong Hee Yong in their Group C fixture here.
(2024-07-28). Paris Olympics: Anna Henderson discusses her cycling medal win. america.cgtn.com Team Great Britain's Anna Henderson has won a silver medal in cycling's Time Trial at the Paris 2024 Olympics. She finished behind Australia's Grace Brown who took the gold. Henderson's preparation for the Olympics was far from ideal. She broke her collarbone not once but twice this season. CGTN's Dan Williams sat down with her following her medal win.
(2024-07-28). Samsung announces global availability of Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6. ummid.com Samsung Electronics Wednesday announced the global availability of Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 launched at Galaxy Unpacked in Paris on July 10, 2024.
(2024-07-28). Horror, grief, trauma in Ethiopia's Gofa a week after deadly landslides. aljazeera.com Locals searching for the missing dig through mud by hand after more than 257 people were killed in the disaster.
(2024-07-28). Delhi Police detains owner, coordinator of coaching centre where three students died due to flooding: Officials. devdiscourse.com
(2024-07-28). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Can you prevent cancer with lifestyle changes? Nearly half of cancer deaths in the U.S. are associated with preventable risk factors — such as smoking and alcohol use — according to a new American Cancer Society study. It's never too late to make lifestyle changes that can decrease your risk of cancer. Teamwork and research play a…
(2024-07-28). Trump tells Christians they won't have to vote after US election: 'we'll have it fixed'. scmp.com It was not clear what the ex-US president, who has made comments about being a dictator or serving more than two terms, meant by his remarks.
(2024-07-28). Venezuelans vote in election as opposition challenges Maduro's power. aljazeera.com Nearly 21 million people registered to vote, as reinvigorated opposition aims to end 25 years of socialist rule.
(2024-07-28). Mazin Mansoor, Iram Quazi among 17 in NEET UG 2024 Revised Toppers List. ummid.com Mazin Mansoor and Iram Quazi are among the 17 medical aspirants who are in the NEET UG 2024 revised toppers list released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) Saturday.
(2024-07-28). Belarus: Stop the execution of Rico Krieger. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), Viasna and the undersigned organizations call on the Belarusian authorities to stop the execution of German national Rico Krieger, sentenced to death in Belarus on 24 June 2024.
Paris, 22 July 2024. On 24 June, German national Rico Krieger was sentenced to death by firing squad by the Minsk Regional Court in a secretive trial. As reported by Human Rights Center Viasna, Krieger, a former employee of the German Red Cross, was inter alia (…) | – |
(2024-07-28). Hoima Catholic Bishop ordains 11 priests, 9 deacons. independent.co.ug Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Bishop of Hoima Catholic Diocese Vincent Kirabo Saturday ordained 11 priests and nine deacons at Our lady of Lourdes cathedral Bujumbura in Hoima city. Bishop Kirabo who was the main celebrant during the ordination ceremony appealed to the newly priests and deacons to go and preach the gospel of …
(2024-07-28). Tony Wood: Mexico in Flux. newleftreview.org Against the rightward trend of the Old World, countries in Latin America continue to favour governments of the left. The resounding mandate for Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico's presidential election confirms Morena's hegemony within the new party system. Where exactly on the political map should its project be placed?
(2024-07-28). MCC NEET UG Counselling 2024 Schedule Likely Today. ummid.com The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is most likely to publish on its official website mcc.nic.in NEET UG 2024 Counselling Schedule and simultaneously start online registration for admission in MBBS, BDS and other medical courses.
(2024-07-28). Massive blaze in California forces thousands to evacuate. america.cgtn.com California is under a state of emergency as a massive wildfire that ignited Wednesday, July 24, exploded in size on Friday night. Scorching temperatures plus dry and windy conditions are fanning the flames. Poppie Mphuthing has more.
(2024-07-28). Paris Olympics 2024 controversy puts focus on 'sexist' women's sports kits. aljazeera.com 'Far too often, attention is paid more on how women athletes look, versus their power, grit and performance'…
(2024-07-28). Video Game Actors Strike: AI Concerns at San Diego Comic-Con. devdiscourse.com Video game voice actors and motion-capture performers have launched a strike over unsuccessful contract negotiations pertaining to AI-related worker protections. This move coincides with the eagerly anticipated San Diego Comic-Con, where fans returned after last year's dual writers and actors strikes.
(2024-07-28). Mayo Clinic study uncovers genetic cancer risks in 550 patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org PHOENIX — Current screening protocols fail to catch a notable number of people carrying genetic mutations associated with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome and Lynch syndrome, which increase the risk of developing certain cancers. This issue is particularly pronounced among underrepresented minorities. These research findings, published in JCO Precision Oncology, are based on genetic screenings of more than 44,000 study participants from diverse backgrounds. For this Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine Tapestry project,…
(2024-07-28). NIH award supports new center at Mayo Clinic for health disparities in uterine fibroid treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Uterine fibroids, noncancerous tumors of the uterus, affect about 70% of white women and up to 90% of Black women according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Fibroid symptoms may include heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, bowel and bladder problems, and sometimes infertility and miscarriage. For women of African descent, fibroids may develop at an earlier age and be more frequent and severe. Many women, particularly Black women, are likely to undergo hysterectomy to…
(2024-07-28). France: Train network vandalized hours before Olympics 2024 opening. ummid.com France's high-speed rail network has been vandalised affecting over eight lakh people hours before Olympics 2024 inauguration ceremony Friday.
(2024-07-28). Consequences of Government Employees Joining RSS. ummid.com The opening of gates of RSS for bureaucracy is a dangerous ploy to destroy whatever noble survives in the largest democracy of the world in the last 10 years of Modi rule.
(2024-07-28). KCET 2024: Round 1 Option Entry Starts, Direct Link. ummid.com Candidates seeking admission in Engineering, Medical, Architecture and other professional courses through Karnataka UGCET 2024 should submit their course and college preferences using Option Entry link on the official website kea.kar.nic.in.
(2024-07-28). Thousands of firefighters battle to control California wildfire. aljazeera.com The fire, which has doubled in size in 24 hours, has prompted orders for over 4,000 people to flee their homes.
(2024-07-28). LIVE! Manchester Mini Conference — Part of the UK Dawah Tour 2024. salaficentre.com Great news! We are pleased to confirm the Manchester part of the UK Dawah Tour following on from the National Salafi Conference in Birmingham. We will have the following two lessons: IslƒÅm is the Sunnah & The Sunnah is IslƒÅm Sh. Abdulilah Lahmami The Advice of Al-AllƒÅmah Rab'ee on Unity Sh. Abul-Hasan Malik Al-Akhdar Tuesday …
(2024-07-28). POEM: A letter to the children of tomorrow. independentaustralia.net
(2024-07-28). Central Government Push for Floodplain Zoning Legislation: Access to Funds at Stake. devdiscourse.com The Centre is intensifying efforts to make floodplain zoning legislation a prerequisite for states to access central flood management funds. With only four states—Manipur, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir—complying, officials are considering stricter mandates.
(2024-07-28). Owen Hatherley: Labourism: In and Against? newleftreview.org Owen Hatherley on Andy Beckett, The Searchers. Interlinked portraits of the Labour Party's Bennite bloc, from 1968 to the Corbyn leadership.
(2024-07-28). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net En varios países continúan realizándose actividades para expresar apoyo al pueblo palestino y condenar el genocidio que comete Israel.
(2024-07-28). Rindieron tributo a Chávez en Cuba por aniversario de su natalicio. cubadebate.cu Cubanos y venezolanos recordaron la víspera, en La Habana, pasajes de la vida y obra del Comandante Hugo Rafael Chávez Frías, en especial su legado, al cumplirse este domingo 7O años de su natalicio, en una actividad en la sala museo que lleva su nombre en el Parque histórico militar Morro Cabaña, ante una representación de ambas naciones.
(2024-07-28). Chávez, cual luz de futuro. cubadebate.cu El llanto rompe la calma de una casa que no cierra/ | casa de piso de tierra y con paredes de palma. | Y como un hijo del alma llanera, en aquella choza/ | -cuna cálida, amorosa- nace Chávez, ese niño | merecedor del cariño de su abuela Mamá Rosa.
(2024-07-28). Harris responde "graves mentiras" de Trump y dice que su campaña presidencial prevalecerá. cubadebate.cu La vicepresidenta de Estados Unidos y probable candidata a la Casa Blanca por el Partido Demócrata, Kamala Harris, reconoció este sábado que derrotar a Donald Trump en las elecciones de noviembre no será una empresa fácil, pero sostuvo que su recién lanzada campaña presidencial prevalecerá sobre las "graves mentiras" de su rival republicano.
(2024-07-28). EEUU establecerá un nuevo comando militar en Japón para fortalecerse ante China. cubadebate.cu Altos funcionarios estadounidenses y japoneses anunciarán que EE.UU. establecerá un nuevo comando militar en Japón para fortalecer a sus aliados en Asia ante China. La estrategia de defensa establece que China sigue siendo la principal amenaza a largo plazo para EEUU.
(2024-07-28). Rusia y China realizarán cinco expediciones conjuntas para construir la Estación Lunar Científica Internacional. cubadebate.cu A través de cinco expediciones conjuntas, Rusia y China prevén la construcción de la infraestructura que conformará la Estación Lunar Científica Internacional (ILRS), lo cual dará cumplimiento al acuerdo intergubernamental suscrito por ambos países para el establecimiento de esta base en la superficie de la Luna. Medios de prensa aseguran que en el documento se indica que la creación de la ILRS constará de tres fases.
(2024-07-28). Chávez y Fidel, absueltos por la historia (+ Fotos y Video). cubadebate.cu Hugo Chávez Frías, cumpliría 70 años este 28 de julio. Fidel Castro lo describió como "el mejor amigo que haya tenido el pueblo cubano". La relación entre ambos líderes se caracterizó por una conexión profunda y sin precedentes, marcada por la empatía, la solidaridad y la colaboración en momentos claves de la historia latinoamericana.
(2024-07-28). Encuesta: 88,2 % de peruanos desaprueban desempeño de Dina Boluarte. telesurtv.net El informe refleja que un 81,2 por ciento considera que Boluarte debería dejar "cuanto antes" su cargo.
(2024-07-28). Unesco advierte sobre deterioro acelerado de los océanos desde 2003. telesurtv.net La directora del ente, Audrey Azoulay, manifestó que factores como "temperatura, acidificación, nivel del mar: están sonando todas las alarmas".
(2024-07-28). Eleva a 22 el número de muertos por inundaciones en Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net Las graves inundaciones han afectado casas que han sido arrasadas por las aguas del temporal, así como carreteras anegadas y árboles arrancados de raíz.
(2024-07-28). Venezuela denuncia campaña mediática internacional para desconocer procesos electorales. telesurtv.net Jorge Rodríguez advirtió a la ultraderecha que no se permitirá la vulneración de la paz venezolana.
(2024-07-28). Presidente Maduro alerta sobre violencia de la extrema derecha. telesurtv.net El mandatario le expresó al pueblo venezolano que es necesario cuidar la paz.
(2024-07-28). Líder mapuche Héctor Llaitul inicia huelga de hambre en prisión. telesurtv.net A través de un comunicado, Llaitul exigió la nulidad del juicio y que los recursos presentados hace unas semanas sean revisados por la Corte Suprema.
(2024-07-28). Gobierno colombiano y la Segunda Marquetalia inician diálogos de paz. telesurtv.net Las partes firmantes, representadas por el consejero comisionado de paz de Colombia, Otty Patiño, e Iván Márquez, exnegociador de los diálogos que condujeron al acuerdo de paz de 2016 de las disidencias de las FARC.
(2024-07-28). Docentes universitarios realizan paro nacional en Argentina. telesurtv.net Si no encuentran una respuesta satisfactoria, los manifestantes han declarado que existen posibilidades de que la semana próxima vayan nuevamente al paro.
(2024-07-28). Trabajadores de telecomunicaciones rechazan ley de medios en Uruguay. telesurtv.net Los Diputados acordaron que el documento será nuevamente analizado después del 30 de junio.
(2024-07-28). Ataque ucraniano deja tres heridos en Bélgorod, Rusia. telesurtv.net Hace solo dos días esta región rusa registró otro ataque que cobró la vida del subjefe del municipio de Korochanski.
(2024-07-28). Comunidad internacional saluda victoria de Sheinbaum en México. telesurtv.net Xiomara Castro dijo que acordó con Sheinbaum "trabajar juntas por la unidad de Latinoamérica y el Caribe".
(2024-07-28). López Obrador asegura que continuará investigación del caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El presidente destacó que "bajo ninguna circunstancia se va a cerrar el caso".
(2024-07-28). EE.UU. anuncia que limita las solicitudes de asilo en la frontera. telesurtv.net Su entrada en vigor se producirá cuando el número de cruces en la frontera supere los 2.500 diarios durante una semana.
(2024-07-28). Rechaza Canciller cubano intención del Parlamento israelí de declarar terrorista a la UNRWA. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, rechazó este sábado a través de su cuenta en la red social X, la intención del Parlamento israelí de declarar terrorista a la agencia de la Organización de Naciones Unidas para los refugiados palestinos. Según dijo, la medida persigue mantener el injustificado genocidio contra pueblo de Palestina.
(2024-07-28). Comienzan elecciones presidenciales en Venezuela: Maduro ejerce su derecho al voto. cubadebate.cu Este domingo 21 392 464 venezolanos están habilitados para votar en las 30 026 mesas de votación instaladas en todo el país suramericano. Horas antes del inicio de las votaciones medios locales compartieron en redes sociales imágenes de venezolanos esperando la apertura de los centros electorales.
(2024-07-28). Pinar evita la barrida y sigue con vida en la final. cubadebate.cu Como los equipos grandes, Pinar del Río reaccionó esta tarde en patio ajeno para, después de caer en los tres primeros desafíos, derrotar al campeón nacional Las Tunas, seis carreras por cero, obtener su primera victoria y continuar con vida en la gran final de la pelota cubana. Este domingo, a las dos de la tarde, ambos equipos efectuarán el quinto duelo del playoff.
(2024-07-28). SearchGPT compite con Google: Así es el nuevo motor de búsqueda de OpenAI. cubadebate.cu OpenAI no teme al éxito y en su última batalla quiere enfrentarse al gigante tecnológico Google mediante un nuevo producto: SearchGPT. Gracias a él, los creadores de ChatGPT pretenden competir con el motor de búsqueda más famoso de todos los tiempos.
(2024-07-28). Presidente Maduro conversa con mandataria electa de México. telesurtv.net Ambas autoridades ratificaron los lazos de hermandad entre México y Venezuela, así como su disposición en fortalecer la Celac.
(2024-07-28). Militares franceses en Ucrania serán blanco legítimo para tropas rusas. telesurtv.net Canciller Lavrov se reúne con su homólogo congoleño en Oyo, tras comenzar este lunes una gira por África para reforzar los vínculos de Rusia en el continente.
(2024-07-28). Narendra Modi celebra su victoria en las elecciones generales. telesurtv.net Narendra Modi necesitará el apoyo de otros partidos para gobernar, algo inédito en sus anteriores mandatos.
(2024-07-28). Las Tunas, campeón de la 63 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu Las Tunas se coronó campeón este domingo en el quinto juego de la final ante Pinar del Río y revalidó el título conseguido la pasada serie. El triunfo en el Julio Antonio Mella fue de seis carreras por una ante el mejor equipo de la temporada.
(2024-07-28). Venezuela y China muestran sintonía en agenda bilateral. telesurtv.net La visita es una invitación del ministro chino de Relaciones Exteriores, Wang Yi, miembro del Buró Político del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de China.
(2024-07-28). Inundación de una mina de carbón en China deja tres muertos. telesurtv.net La tragedia tuvo lugar el pasado sábado alrededor de las 17H00, cuando diez trabajadores se encontraban en la zona afectada. Dos lograron escapar por sus propios medios, dejando a ocho atrapados.
(2024-07-28). Autoridades dominicanas colocan a 25 provincias en alerta verde. telesurtv.net El COE aumenta 14 provincias y al Distrito Nacional en alerta amarilla debido a una masa de aire húmeda dejada por una onda tropical en el país caribeño.
(2024-07-28). En video, reporte desde Londres sobre Juicio del Banco Nacional de Cuba y el fondo buitre CRF. cubadebate.cu Desde Londres, el periodista Humberto López nos trae un reporte exclusivo sobre el proceso judicial del Banco Nacional de Cuba y el fondo buitre CRF I Limited en el Tribunal de Apelación. Descubre los detalles y las implicaciones de este importante caso.
(2024-07-28). Realizan Festival "Globalizar la paz", organizado por la Asociación de Amistad Italia-Cuba. cubadebate.cu Entre los días 25 y 28 de julio, en la localidad de Vicopisano, tiene lugar el festival nacional "Globalizar la paz", organizado por la Asociación de Amistad Italia-Cuba. El festival cuenta con distintos encuentros, debates, actuaciones, conciertos, muestras y gastronomía cubana.
(2024-07-28). París, el rio Sena y la torre Eiffel. radiohc.cu Dos veces estuve en Paris y en ambas ocasiones gracias a invitaciones de la Embajada de Francia en Cuba…
(2024-07-28). Irán inicia etapa de calificación de candidatos a elecciones. telesurtv.net Tras el proceso de investigación, el Ministerio del Interior anunciará los candidatos finales el 11 de junio, y los calificados tendrán 15 días, del 12 al 26 de junio, para llevar a cabo sus campañas electorales.
(2024-07-28). Venezuela acogerá la Serie del Caribe en el año 2026. telesurtv.net La lista de sedes por año quedaría de la siguiente forma: Mexicali 2025, Venezuela 2026, Hermosillo 2027, República Dominicana 2028 y Puerto Rico 2029.
(2024-07-28). ONU condena más de 500 asesinatos de palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Más de 500 palestinos han muerto desde el 7 de octubre en actos de violencia en la ocupada Cisjordania vinculados al asedio del Ejército israelí de ocupación en Gaza.
(2024-07-28). Presidente de Siria recibe a canciller de Irán. telesurtv.net Ambos políticos debatieron sobre el estado de las relaciones bilaterales, así como el avance de la agresión de Israel en la Franja de Gaza.
(2024-07-28). teleSUR anuncia el concurso "Sur Influyente" telesurtv.net El concurso invita a jóvenes, mayores de edad, creadores de contenidos a elaborar piezas audiovisuales de máximo 60 segundos en formato vertical (9: 16).
(2024-07-28). UNE pronostica 97 MW de afectación por déficit de generación en el pico nocturno de este domingo. cubadebate.cu En el día de ayer se afectó el servicio por déficit de capacidad de generación desde las 16: 17 de la noche hasta las 00: 02 horas de la madrugada de hoy. La máxima afectación en el día fue 232 MW a las 21: 10 horas, no coincidente con la hora pico. La disponibilidad del Sistema Eléctrico Nacional a las 07: 00 horas era de 2466 MW.
(2024-07-27). Hezbollah Scores 'Direct Hit' On IDF Site, Pounds Israeli Settlements; Rocket Blitz For Houthis. hindustantimes.com Lebanon's Hezbollah group on July 28 announced multiple 'heavy attacks' on IDF sites. Hezbollah claimed a 'direct hit' on Israel's Misgav Am military site. The Lebanese group said Israeli spying equipment was struck in the attack. Watch for more.
(2024-07-27). Multipolarity, Internationalism and Tomorrow's Elections in Venezuela: A Conversation with Carlos Ron. libya360.wordpress.com Cira Pascual Marquina The Instituto Simón Bolívar president places Venezuela's July 28 presidential election in the global context. Carlos Ron is Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs for North America and heads up Venezuela's Simón Bolívar Institute, which promotes peace and solidarity among the world's peoples. In part one of this interview, Ron argued that the US doctrine of…