(2025-02-22). Indian govt says it is looking into 'deeply troubling' information about USAID activities in India. geo.tv 
An American flag and USAID flag fly outside the USAID building in Washington, DC, US, February 1, 2025. — ReutersIndia investigates possible election-influencing activity by USAID.Trump mentions USAID spent $21 million on Indian voter turnout.Indian Express reports funds were for…
(2025-02-22). New body returned by Hamas identified as Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas. scmp.com Israeli teams examined the body and confirmed its identity after an earlier handover of misidentified hostage remains prompted outrage.
(2025-02-22). Gaza: The long road home. icrc.org With the implementation of a ceasefire agreement, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza have begun a journey back to their homes — or what is left of them…
(2025-02-22). Upholding the ceasefire in Gaza is an imperative for preserving human life and dignity. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Ahmad Al-Sharaa's horseback appearance sparks social media debate. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A video of Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa riding a black horse has gone viral, igniting widespread reactions across social media platforms. In the footage, Al-Sharaa is seen wearing a leather jacket and black jeans, giving him a casual appearance. Many users admired his horseback riding skills, particularly as he was riding an Arabian horse, earning him the nickname "Knight of the Levant."Since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad on December 8, Al-Sharaa has remained at the center of public attention, with Syrians closely following his every move. As the country navigates its transiti…
(2025-02-22). NSW Labor uses antisemitic attacks to justify curbing protest rights. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Kyrgyzstan: Address death threats against imprisoned journalist Makhabat Tazhibek Kyzy. fidh.org In a joint statement, several human rights organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT), call for the immediate release of journalist Makhabat Tazhibek Kyzy detained in Kyrgzystan since January 2024. Kyrgyzstani authorities should urgently take all necessary measures to ensure the ongoing safety and security of an imprisoned human rights defender and journalist who has received death threats from a fellow prisoner.
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(2025-02-22). Georgia: Continued arbitrary detention of journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli. fidh.org
(2025-02-22). Regional convergence of repression of human rights defenders in the Sahel. fidh.org
(2025-02-22). India: NGOs call on the European Union to take action on urgent human rights concerns. fidh.org
(2025-02-22). Terms of reference – Monitoring & Evaluation Consultancy on integration of outcome harvesting as a monitoring tool. fidh.org Organisation : International Federation of Human Rights (FIDH) Programme : "Global Initiative Against Impunity for International Crimes and Serious Human Rights Violations : Making Justice Work" (GIAI) Engagement manager (reporting to) : GIAI MEAL Officer Duration : Estimated 15 days within March – November 2025 Starting date : Around 20 March 2025 Location : Online Applications deadline : 2 March 2025
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(2025-02-22). Why the Reserve Bank's interest rate cut won't solve cost-of-living crisis. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Cleveland: Struggle intensifies for county divestment from Israel Bonds. workers.org 
Since April 2024, the Cleveland Palestine Advocacy Community and other organizations have been demanding that the Cuyahoga County Council divest from Israel Bonds. Of the $16 million of taxpayer dollars invested in genocide, $3 million are up for renewal this March. Activists recognize the need to ratchet up the struggle. . . . |
(2025-02-22). The genocide and lessons from the first Nakba — a Gazan perspective. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Hamas says to release 6 captives, raps Netanyahu's threat over Shiri Bibas as PR stunt. presstv.ir Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has announced the names of six Israeli captives who are set to be released on Saturday as part of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement.
(2025-02-22). How the Netanyahu government pushed back against the High Court to allow cash transfers to Hamas. haaretz.com The government's allegation that a 2018 High Court ruling foiled the struggle against Hamas is abject hypocrisy…
(2025-02-22). Israeli forces kill Palestinian woman in southern Gaza in another ceasefire violation. presstv.ir Israeli forces kill a Palestinian woman with live fire in south Gaza in violation of the ceasefire.
(2025-02-22). Malcolm X, civil rights icon who challenged Zionism and advocated for Palestine. presstv.ir Malcolm X, the legendary leader of the civil rights movement in the US, was a great champion of the Palestinian cause who challenged Zionism and its Western patrons.
(2025-02-22). Plateau water security claims challenged. ecns.cn Chinese scientists' recent commentary published in Nature challenged a previous study published in the scientific journal that suggested Atlantic meteorological droughts threaten the water resource security of the Tibetan Plateau.
(2025-02-22). Hamas initiates seventh round of exchange deal with Israel. presstv.ir Hamas has initiated the process of handing over six Israeli captives in the seventh round of exchanging prisoners with the occupying regime.
(2025-02-22). Australia: Macquarie University meeting issues strong call to oppose Zionist witch hunt against Randa Abdel-Fattah. wsws.org A rank-and-file meeting voted unanimously in favour of a resolution calling for a campaign throughout the universities and working class to defend the victimised Macquarie University academic.
(2025-02-22). More steps taken to protect rights of delivery workers. ecns.cn Major food delivery platforms in China announced recently that they will offer social insurance benefits for their delivery riders, which both riders and experts believe will better protect the rights of people working in the industry.
(2025-02-22). Insights | Symposium on private enterprises shows Chinese government support for tech companies: U.S. scholar. ecns.cn The symposium on private sectors held in Beijing on Monday has attracted significant global attention. It was stressed that China's private sector enjoys broad prospects and great potential on the new journey in the new era. It is a prime time for private enterprises and entrepreneurs to give full play to their capabilities.
(2025-02-22). Insights | Symposium on private enterprises offers a powerful message: U.S. scholar. ecns.cn The recent symposium on private enterprises offered a timely and powerful message that the leadership supports China's leading tech firms, said Josef Gregory Mahoney, an American political science professor at East China Normal University, during an exclusive interview with China News Network.
(2025-02-22). George Mason University forges close ties with the US military as it clamps down on opposition to genocide and war. wsws.org In the last few years, George Mason has dramatically increased its ties with the Department of Defense.
(2025-02-22). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates release of three hostages and 174 detainees. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Israeli hostages Eliya Cohen, Omer Shem Tov and Omer Wenkert transferred to Red Cross. haaretz.com GAZA HOSTAGES: Two of six hostages to be released Saturday have been in captivity for a decade ‚ñ GAZA: Trump says he is 'OK' with Netanyahu imminent choice on Gaza after 'barbaric' release of Bibas' bodies ‚ñ WEST BANK: Two Palestinian teens killed by IDF fire; IDF reinforces troops in West Bank following explosions in Tel Aviv suburbs…
(2025-02-22). Sunday 2/23: Doctors Against Genocide Weekly Update. indybay.org
(2025-02-22). Hamas releases five captives in Gaza as part of ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com Sixth captive to be handed over by Hamas to Israeli authorities in Gaza City without a ceremony.
(2025-02-22). Concerns mounting over new energy crisis in EU as Russian gas transit via Ukraine ends. presstv.ir As the agreement allowing Russian gas transit through Ukraine to Europe expires on Tuesday, concerns are mounting over new energy crisis in EU.
(2025-02-22). BBC blasted for pulling documentary on Gaza children after Israel lobby pressure. presstv.ir The BBC faces significant criticism after removing a documentary about Palestinian children in the Gaza Strip from its iPlayer platform.
(2025-02-22). Two Palestinian teens killed during Israeli raids in West Bank. presstv.ir Israeli forces have killed two Palestinian teenagers in two separate attacks in the occupied West Bank.
(2025-02-22). Hamas hands over first of 6 captives in final swap of Gaza truce. newarab.com 
Hamas and Israel are set to complete the final prisoner-exchange of the first phase of the fragile Gaza ceasefire on Saturday amid heightened tensions surrounding the Hundreds of
(2025-02-22). Assad's fall clears the stage for uncensored comedy in Syria. newarab.com 
(2025-02-22). EU to suspend Syria banking, energy, transport sanctions. newarab.com 
The European Union will suspend sanctions on Syria's banking, energy and transport sectors Monday, diplomats said, in a bid to help the country's reconstruction after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad. | Syria's new leaders have been clamouring for the West to ease sanctions on the country imposed to target Assad's regime during the civil war. | But Europe and other powers have been reluctant to move before clear signals from the new Islamist-led rulers in Damascus that they are serious on having an inclusive transition. | The step due to be greenlit at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels is a formal mov…
(2025-02-22). Syria national dialogue conference in flux amid pressure for political transition. newarab.com 
An official with the committee preparing a national dialogue conference in Syria to help chart the country's future said Friday that it has not been decided whether the conference will take place before or after a new government is formed. | The date of the conference has not been set and the timing "is up for discussion by the citizens," Hassan al-Daghim, spokesperson for the committee, told The Associated Press in an interview in Damascus Friday. | "If the transitional government is formed before the national dialogue conference, this is normal," he said. On the other hand, he said, "the caretaker government…
(2025-02-22). Syria's interim president meets Chinese envoy. newarab.com 
Syria's Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa met China's ambassador to Damascus in the first public engagement between the two countries since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad in December, Syrian state media said on Friday. | China, which backed Assad, saw its embassy in Damascus looted after his fall, and Syria's new Islamist rulers
(2025-02-22). Netanyahu orders army to step up West Bank offensive. newarab.com 
Netanyahu's visit to
(2025-02-22). ICRC facilitates safe transfer of three hostages and 343 detainees, and calls for dignified conditions in ongoing release operations. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC urges dignity and privacy ahead of next release operation. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Hamas to release Hisham al-Sayyid without ceremony out of respect for Palestinian citizens of Israel. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Hisham al-Sayyid, an Israeli prisoner, will be released today in Gaza City without a formal ceremony, according to confirmation from Hamas' military arm, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades. Hamas sources claim that the ruling shows respect for Israeli Palestinian citizens, especially in light of instances when they have been recruited into the Israeli military, which is strongly opposed by Palestinian organizations.According to sources who spoke to Al Jazeera journalist Tamer Al-Mishal, Hamas purposefully decided against hosting a widely reported release celebration because it considers situations like…
(2025-02-22). Hamas frees five hostages in Gaza after body of Shiri Bibas returned. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). 'If we don't treat their PTSD now, we're dooming Israeli war veterans to a life of domestic violence'. haaretz.com Social worker Dr. Daniela Shebar-Shapira talks about the close connection between the Gaza war and domestic violence: 'The boys come home, and their mothers are genuinely afraid of them'…
(2025-02-22). It's routine by now: Israeli troops burst in, humiliate a Palestinian family and detain a man without trial. haaretz.com It happens all the time in hundreds of West Bank homes, but more intensively during the war. IDF soldiers with dogs burst in. Chaos reigns: beatings, shouts, curses, humiliation, gunfire — and sometimes even an abduction…
(2025-02-22). Welcome to Israel. Try to survive. haaretz.com What worries the tens of thousands of new immigrants who arrived in Israel in the past year, despite the war, is less the security situation than finding work and the high cost of living. They have less time to learn Hebrew — and the language barrier hampers their integration…
(2025-02-22). Police arrest suspects planning attacks near Israeli embassies in Germany and Sweden. haaretz.com German and Swedish authorities seperately arrested suspects planning attacks near Israeli embassies and a Holocaust memorial on Friday. In Berlin, police said they spotted and arrested a man with bloody hands…
(2025-02-22). Autopsy of Hamas leader Sinwar finds no evidence of drug use. newarab.com 
The autopsy carried out by the Israeli military on Forensic tests confirmed that Sinwar's blood didn't contain any traces of drugs but that he had consumed a significant amount of caffeine before he was killed in October, according to Israeli media reports. | Israel has in the past alleged that Sinwar and other Hamas fighters have used the captagon, a type of amphetamine that fight…
(2025-02-22). Hezbollah supporters fly into Beirut for Nasrallah funeral. newarab.com 
Nearly five months after he was killed in an Israeli airstrike, thousands of supporters of the longtime leader of Lebanon's Hezbollah group have flown into Beirut for Nasrallah was
(2025-02-22). Israel drops leaflets threatening Gazans to 'leave or die'. newarab.com 
Israel has sparked global outrage after dropping leaflets over the The messages, written in Arabic, carried explicit threats, including the chilling statement: "The world map will not change if all the people of Gaza cease to exist." | The move, condemned as a psychological warfare tactic, has intensified concerns over Israel's military campaign in Gaza, with many seeing the leaflets as an open admission of ethnic cleansing. | The threats…
(2025-02-22). Israel reviewing reports Hamas gave Red Cross hostage remains. newarab.com 
The Israeli military said on Friday that it was reviewing reports that Hamas had handed over to the Red Cross a body it claimed was that of hostage "Following the reports regarding Shiri Bibas, they are currently under review," military spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani said on X. | "[Israeli military] representatives are in contact with the family." | Multiple Israeli media outlets reported that the Red Cross had collected a body from Hamas in the Gaza Strip. | Bibas, along with her two young sons Ari…
(2025-02-22). Canada arrests prominent activist over pro-Palestinian stance. presstv.ir Police in Canada have arrested a Canadian activist and author for criticizing Israel and its genocidal war against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
(2025-02-22). Russia's Rosatom in 'large-scale' talks with Iran to build another power plant: CEO. presstv.ir The head of Russia's state-owned atomic energy corporation says the company is in talks with Iran to construct another nuclear power plant in the country.
(2025-02-22). Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org Working Paper by the International Committee of the Red Cross…
(2025-02-22). China joins testing of radioactive water from Fukushima plant. plenglish.com Tokyo, Feb 22 (Prensa Latina) The Government of Japan informed that the United Nations nuclear watchdog had collected samples of radioactive water treated at the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant, with the participation of China for the first time.
(2025-02-22). Monday 3/10: Dr. Rupa Marya: Missing Peace Mondays – CODEPINK Community. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/missingp310…
(2025-02-22). Texas executes two people despite disabilities and innocence. workers.org 
Huntsville, Texas Within eight days in February, Texas executed two men, one innocent and the other disabled with serious mental illnesses, which brings Texas's total state killings to 593 since the Supreme Court of the U.S. allowed executions to resume in 1976. Demonstration against the execution of Richard Tabler, Huntsville, . . . |
(2025-02-22). Belgian workers march against government's austerity plans. workers.org 
A tidal wave of demonstrations across Belgium on Feb. 13 brought out a multitude of people to protest the government's planned austerity policies, which would be draconian for the multinational working class. Demonstration of 100,000 in Brussels on Feb. 13, 2025, opposing attacks on workers. The banner reads in translation, . . . |
(2025-02-22). 10,000 King Soopers strikers go back for 100 days / "They could not weaken our line." workers.org 
February 19, 2025, Denver Ten thousand striking grocery workers at 77 King Soopers stores in the Denver, Boulder and Louisville, Colorado, area returned to work on Feb. 18 for an agreed 100 days while the company and union restarted bargaining negotiations. Strike activities which workers called on Feb. 6 for . . . |
(2025-02-22). Prominent journalists, activists, influencers flock to Beirut for Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah's funeral. presstv.ir A vibrant crowd of journalists, activists, and social media influencers has flocked to Beirut, gathering for the highly anticipated funeral of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, the martyred leader of the Lebanese Hezbollah movement.
(2025-02-22). Get your taste buds ready for Beirut's new chocolate. albawaba.com
(2025-02-22). 'Resistance resurrection': Iran delegation in Lebanon as details of Nasrallah funeral announced. presstv.ir A high-ranking Iranian delegation will attend Nasrallah's funeral in Beirut.
(2025-02-22). Deadline diplomacy: Trump's Gaza 'Riviera' scheme mobilises the Arab world. scmp.com With lives at stake, the Arab world is rallying to counter what analysts described as the US president's 'deranged ethnic-cleansing plan'.
(2025-02-22). East African Court to hear EACOP case. independent.co.ug 
Kigali, Rwanda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Appellate Division of the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) will, on February 24, 2025, hear an appeal filed by four East African civil society organisations (CSOs) seeking to reverse a judgment made by the First Instance Division of the EACJ. The case was brought following continued environmental …
(2025-02-22). Inaction by states irks judges at East Africa Court of Justice. independent.co.ug 
Kigali, Rwanda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 3rd Annual East African Court Justice Judicial Conference ended on Thursday in Rwandan Capital Kigali amidst grumbling by judges and some of the top EAC officials based in Arusha. Apart from complaints of poor funding to the top judicial organ of the revived East Africa Community, the judges …
(2025-02-22). Search, rescue ops continue in Tibet's Shigatse following deadly 7.1 magnitude earthquake. presstv.ir Rescue efforts continue in Shigatse region after a devastating earthquake hit Tibet.
(2025-02-22). French-Lebanese architect to redesign British Museum galleries. newarab.com 
The British Museum said Friday it had chosen French-Lebanese architect Lina Ghotmeh to redesign a third of the venue's gallery space – including a section housing the disputed Parthenon Marbles. | The museum, one of London's biggest tourist draws, received more than 60 entries after launching a competition last year for a remodelling of its Western Range galleries. | Judges were won over by Ghotmeh's "deep understanding and sensitivity towards the museum," it said in a statement, while British Museum director Nicholas Cullinan said Ghotmeh was "an architect of extraordinary grace and gravitas". | Her previous…
(2025-02-22). Lebanon freezes weapons licences ahead of Nasrallah funeral. newarab.com Lebanon is ramping up security and logistical preparations ahead of the funeral procession for former Hezbollah Secretary-Generals A high-level security meeting was held on Friday at the Baabda Presidential Palace, chaired by
(2025-02-22). MENA Sports Wrap: Lebanon U17 women's team wins West Asia title. newarab.com 
Meanwhile, British tennis star Emma Raducanu was forced to seek protection during a match at the Dubai Tennis Championships due to a troubling encounter with a fan, raising fresh concerns about player safety. | Elsewhere, Leeds United is ramping up surveillance at Elland Road Stadium after growing controversy over an anti-Palestine chant linked to…
(2025-02-22). No EU aid for Lebanon without reform, IMF deal. newarab.com 
Last year, the EU agreed Half of the money was paid out last August but the remainder will be subject to "some…
(2025-02-22). Sri Lanka's ISB Restructuring. cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). The policies of Sri Lanka's new government: a historic opportunity lost. cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). Ecological debt : Who is reponsible ? The need for radical alternatives, far from false solutions of green capitalism. cadtm.org At the CADTM South Asia workshop in Colombo, held from Thursday 30 January to Saturday 1 February, Maxime Perriot developed the concept of ecological debt. Who is responsible? What are the false solutions promoted at the COPs, synonymous with green capitalism? What are the solutions promoted by the CADTM? Read his presentation below. | – | / |
(2025-02-22). Trump's tariff tantrums. cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). Sri Lanka : IMF's iron clasp, a maiden Budget and protecting the poor. cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). U.S. rulers versus South African rulers — versus both their peoples and ecologies. cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). A great text by Nadia Valavani* on the first Tsipras government. cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). Trump the "peacemaker" like Hitler the "chancellor of peace"! cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). Glimpses of the CADTM South Asia meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 29 January to 2 February 2025. cadtm.org
(2025-02-22). Swiss police detained journalist Ali Abunimah despite no threat. newarab.com 
Swiss authorities detained and expelled Palestinian journalist The executive director of During his detention, Abunimah was reportedly locked in a cell 2…
(2025-02-22). Hamas releases remains of captive Shiri Bibas after 'mix-up of bodies'. aljazeera.com Family members and forensic experts confirm that the new remains turned over by Hamas belong to the deceased Bibas.
(2025-02-22). Salman Rushdie attacker found guilty of attempted murder. aljazeera.com Matar was found guilty of attempted murder in the second degree for his attack on the famed novelist.
(2025-02-22). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events — day 1,094. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,094th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
(2025-02-22). The rise of the far right in Europe. aljazeera.com As AfD is polling second in Germany, we look at how the far-right rose to popularity in Europe over the last 25 years.
(2025-02-22). Trump fires top US general in unprecedented Pentagon shakeup. channelnewsasia.com Trump said he would nominate former Lieutenant General Dan "Razin" Caine to succeed CQ Brown, breaking with tradition by pulling someone out of retirement for the first time to become the top military officer.
(2025-02-22). 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. Mayo Clinic opens new doors in cancer treatment innovation Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a pioneering strategy to improve targeted cancer therapies.‚Å The approach combines antibody-drug conjugates with proteolysis-targeting chimeras. These molecular tools break down specific proteins to improve how cancer cells internalize the cancer-fighting therapy. Who should get screened for cervical cancer, and when? Cervical cancer…
(2025-02-22). Tomorrow's Cure: Groundbreaking advancements in larynx transplant. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Researchers are pioneering innovative ways to restore voice to those who have lost it, leveraging advancements in transplant surgery and 3D printing. Discover these groundbreaking developments in the latest episode of Tomorrow's Cure. Dr. David Lott, associate director of Mayo Clinic's Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics and chair of the Department of Otolaryngology, joins his mentor, Dr. Marshall Strome, an otolaryngologist, professor, and chair emeritus of the Cleveland Clinic Head and Neck Institute, to share their…
(2025-02-22). Tomorrow's Cure: AI Powered Stethoscopes Improve Access to Heart Care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The stethoscope, one of the most iconic symbols of medicine, was invented over 200 years ago. Today, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing this essential tool, empowering doctors to detect cardiac disease at its earliest stages with greater precision. Discover these groundbreaking advancements on a new episode of Tomorrow's Cure. The podcast episode features Dr. Demilade Adedinsewo, cardiologist, and Jason Bellet, co-founder of Eko Health. Together, they discuss innovative and lifesaving technology that is transforming heart health….
(2025-02-22). Jobseekers leverage digital economy boom. ecns.cn A growing number of jobseekers are extending their career boundaries to more cutting-edge areas thanks to the development of digital economy, and embracing flexible jobs breaking the stereotyped notion of labeling them as low-income or with lower working skills.
(2025-02-22). Culture Fact: Rare artifact sheds light on the legend of Nezha. ecns.cn As the movie "Ne Zha 2" continues to sweep across the globe breaking various box-office records, the reportedly earliest known visual depiction of the "Ne Zha Conquers the Sea" myth, a Liao Dynasty (907-1125) stone coffer, has gone on display at the Liaoning Provincial Museum in Shenyang, attracting many visitors.
(2025-02-22). As Trump cuts US profile at United Nations, China's leadership opportunity grows. scmp.com Washington's pullback gives Beijing a historic chance to advance its global standing and agenda, but how much will it pursue?
(2025-02-22). Another Covid-like scare? China discovers new bat coronavirus with potential of human transmission. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: After years long Covid scare, Chinese researchers have discovered a new bat coronavirus with a potential of animal-to-human transmission as it uses the same cell-surface protein to infiltrate cells as the SARS-CoV-2 virus that caused Covid-19. | The new virus discovered is known as HKU5-CoV-2 and study on the new virus, published in the scientific journal Cell, was conducted by prominent Chinese virologist Shi Zhengli, often referred to as the "batwoman" due to her extensive research on bat coronaviruses, at the Guangzhou Laboratory. | What is HKU5-CoV-2? | HKU5-CoV-2 is a coronavirus within the m…
(2025-02-22). Rescue workers search for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet. presstv.ir Rescue workers search rubble for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet.
(2025-02-22). Trump orders tighter US curbs on Chinese investments in strategic areas. channelnewsasia.com The steps threaten to heighten economic tensions with China after the president increased US tariffs on Chinese imports as one of his first moves in office.
(2025-02-22). New terminal in Brazil strengthens China links. ecns.cn On the Atlantic coast in Santos, a bustling port city in Sao Paulo, Brazil's most populous state, China's leading food and agriculture company is launching a new terminal.
(2025-02-22). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Feb.16-Feb.22). ecns.cn
(2025-02-22). Global brands get boost from pro-consumption policy. ecns.cn The expanded pro-consumption policy, which comprises measures such as subsidies for digital products and home appliances, is driving significant sales growth and deeper market engagement for international brands doing business in China.
(2025-02-22). China, U.S. discuss key economic issues. ecns.cn Vice-Premier He Lifeng held a video call on Friday with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, with both sides agreeing to maintain communication on issues of mutual concern.
(2025-02-22). Cross-border railway's benefits hailed. ecns.cn The China-Laos-Thailand Railway, with construction ongoing for the Thai section, has significantly enhanced regional connectivity and economic growth, despite several social and environmental challenges.
(2025-02-22). Chinese, Russian FMs pledge to advance ties. ecns.cn Senior diplomats from China and Russia have reaffirmed the "unshakable foundation" in their bilateral friendship and the high level of mutual trust despite an evolving international landscape.
(2025-02-22). Electric AS700 makes successful debut flight. ecns.cn The AS700, the largest model of airship China has ever developed, now has an electrically powered version, according to Aviation Industry Corp of China, the nation's leading aircraft maker.
(2025-02-22). China, U.S. officials to discuss economic issues via video call. ecns.cn Vice-Premier He Lifeng will hold a video call with the United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday night to discuss important economic issues between the two countries, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun confirmed.
(2025-02-22). South China's Guangzhou launches self-driving services linking downtown with train station, airport. ecns.cn Guangzhou on Friday launched its first autonomous driving operation line, making it the first among the country's first-tier cities that operate such lines linking downtown with train station and airport.
(2025-02-22). Free Speech for People Files Amicus Brief in Defense of Maine's Ballot Initiative to End Super PACs. commondreams.org
(2025-02-22). Plaintiff Statements: U.S. District Court Denies Request for Injunction by USAID Employees. commondreams.org
(2025-02-22). Union Calls on Pentagon to Cancel Workforce Cuts. commondreams.org American Federation of Government Employees National President Everett Kelley today issued the following statement in response to reports that the Department of Defense has paused plans to fire tens of thousands of civilian workers: "About 46% of DoD workers are veterans who joined the civil service to continue serving their country. This proposed layoff would directly affect tens of thousands of veterans and their families. This is a slap in the face to veterans and military families everywhere that will not soon be forgotten. "Firing tens of thousands of civilian employees at the Department of Defense would g…
(2025-02-22). Over 400 cholera cases reported in southern Sudan city. newarab.com 
Sudanese health officials said on Thursday that over 400 The surge in cases was attributed to a "shortage of water due to power outages," the health ministry in White Nile state said in a statement. | On Sunday, eyewitnesses told AFP drones had struck the Um Dabakar power station which supplies the city, 275 kilometres (170 miles) south of the capital Khartoum. | "The station has stopped working," an engineer told AFP, w…
(2025-02-22). 'No legal prohibition' on sale of Shahed drone: Iran's UN mission. presstv.ir Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations has stressed there is "no legal prohibition" on the sale of the country's Shahed drone, one of the world's most advanced unmanned aerial vehicles, to other countries, after reports alleged it was used by Russia in its war on Ukraine.
(2025-02-22). Alibaba to aggressively increase investment in AI. ecns.cn Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd said it will scale up investments in artificial intelligence over the next three years, including infrastructure for AI and cloud computing, and AI foundation models and native applications.
(2025-02-22). Draft law to promote private economy. ecns.cn A draft law on promoting the private economy will be submitted to Chinese legislators for further review as the nation accelerates its pace of high-quality development and advances its path to modernization, a legislative commission said on Friday.
(2025-02-22). Xi signs orders to revise military rules. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, chairman of the Central Military Commission, has signed orders to publish three regulations on the military's interior order, code of conduct and military formation.
(2025-02-22). G20 urged to uphold peace and security. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on the Group of 20 members to work together to uphold peace and stability to build a more secure world, reiterating the need to defend multilateralism and enhance the role of the United Nations to address global challenges.
(2025-02-22). Probe catches rare evidence of massive star evolution. ecns.cn European Space Agency announced on Wednesday that the Einstein Probe satellite has captured a rare X-ray flash from an unusual celestial pair, shedding new light on the interactions and evolution of massive stars.
(2025-02-22). Cradle of civilization: Top 6 archaeological discoveries of 2024. ecns.cn
(2025-02-22). 'Ne Zha 2' overseas box office exceeds 100 million yuan, sets new record. ecns.cn CMC Pictures announced Friday that the Chinese animation Ne Zha 2 has surpassed 100 million yuan (about $13.8 million) in overseas box office revenue.
(2025-02-22). Int'l Atomic Energy Agency visits Japan for sample collecting. ecns.cn As part of additional measures under the framework of the International Atomic Energy Agency, officials from the agency and experts from third-party laboratories visited Japan from Wednesday to Friday to collect samples.
(2025-02-22). Shanghai Pudong tests low-altitude passenger routes with Jiangsu. ecns.cn The whole trip took only 20 minutes, significantly cutting down the previous 1.5-hour road travel time of 1.5 hours by road, according to the "Pudong Fabu" WeChat account under the publicity department of Pudong New Area, Shanghai.
(2025-02-22). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Honghu lotus roots: 600 million 'Nezha' produced annually. ecns.cn Nezha, with spunky double buns and wind-fire wheels, has attracted over 200 million moviegoers. Just as Nezha's mentor Taiyi Zhenren sought premium materials to craft Nezha's body, audiences yearning for the true "Nezha-flavor" should head to Honghu in Hubei Province for its legendary lotus root!
(2025-02-22). N. Ireland first minister to boycott White House over Gaza plan. newarab.com 
Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle Political leaders from both Northern Ireland and the Republic of
(2025-02-22). Arab leaders meet to craft counter to Trump's Gaza plan. scmp.com The US president has proposed to 'take over' the Palestinian territory and relocate its over 2 million residents to Egypt and Jordan.
(2025-02-22). Sunday 3/9: Film screening: From Ground Zero – Stories from Gaza. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center of Silicon Valley | 3962 Twilight Drive, Bldg 2, Houge Park | San José, CA 95124…
(2025-02-22). New Zealand nurses union promotes racial divisions. wsws.org The NZNO falsely claims that white people have benefited from healthcare policies, demands increased recruitment of Māori nurses and opposes immigration.
(2025-02-22). Tomorrow's Cure: Predicting disease risk with polygenic risk scores. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Imagine knowing your risk for disease long before symptoms appear. With early detection and targeted interventions, this knowledge could transform how complex healthcare challenges are addressed. Researchers are now leveraging genetic data to enhance disease risk prediction through an innovative tool known as a polygenic risk score. Learn more on a new episode of Tomorrow's Cure. The podcast's latest episode features Victor Ortega, M.D., Ph.D., associate director of the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine,…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic hospitals named among America's Best Hospitals by Healthgrades. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic hospitals in Arizona, Florida, Rochester and Mankato were named in the top 1% of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical performance. Mayo Clinic hospitals in Arizona, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato, Minnesota, were named among America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, an independent healthcare ratings company. In addition, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire and La Crosse, Wisconsin, were included in the Healthgrades 100 Best Hospitals list. Notably, the La Crosse location is…
(2025-02-22). Asthma burden score reflecting patient experience may improve symptom management. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In a Mayo Clinic-led study, researchers propose a new, personalized approach to asthma using patient-centered information based on healthcare burden data.
(2025-02-22). Bangladesh: Training empowers staff, volunteers of Bangladesh Red Crescent to deliver humanitarian aid safely. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo: Living with the scars of conflict. icrc.org A photo report by Hugh Kinsella Cunningham, recipient of the 2024 ICRC Humanitarian Visa d'Or…
(2025-02-22). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: The value of neutrality for humanitarian work. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). IHL and humanitarian principles. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). ICRC president: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Joint statement of the ICRC, the International Federation and the Red Cross Society of the Democratic Republic of the Congo: One too many humanitarian crises in North and South Kivu. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Philippines: Focusing on humanitarian action in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Afghanistan: 2024 Operational facts and figures. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). DRC: ICRC helping to restore essential services in Goma. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Ethiopia: 2024 Facts & Figures. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-22). Philippines: Falling in love in… and for the Red Cross. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). South Sudan Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-22). South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in Renk town. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Environmental and social safeguard document: Emergency Support for Women and Affected Communities (ESWAC) in Sudan. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Advanced IHL Learning Series. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). Sri Lanka: The first National Conference for the Families of Missing Persons in Sri Lanka. icrc.org
(2025-02-22). OEWG: Statement on International Law. icrc.org Delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Advisor, at the 10th Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025, New York, 18 February 2025…
(2025-02-22). Native community experts guide tobacco cessation research. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When cancer researcher Annie Rusk, M.D., teamed up with Kory Billie and other Indigenous community members, their personal experiences with tobacco use helped her design a culturally tailored approach to quitting.
(2025-02-22). Right-wing violence in Germany highest since Nazi rule. wsws.org Constant incitement against refugees and migrants, far-right conspiracy theories about "left-wing elites" or the denial of pandemics—in Germany, all of this has been rendered socially acceptable in recent years, promoted by media and government representatives.
(2025-02-22). Nearly 200 migrants deported from US, all men, arrive in Venezuela. presstv.ir Two planes carrying Venezuelan migrants deported from the US landed at Venezuela's La Guaira airport.
(2025-02-22). Fifth anniversary of the Hanau murders in Germany: a bitter assessment. wsws.org In the past few days, tens of thousands in over 100 cities have protested and paid tribute to the nine young people with a migrant background, who were shot dead by the German racist Tobias Rathjen five years ago, on 19 February 2020.
(2025-02-22). Iran to conduct military exercises in Gulf of Oman. newarab.com 
Iran's military will conduct naval drills on Saturday in the Gulf of Oman and northern Indian Ocean, a commander told state television. | "The joint military exercise Zolfaghar 1403 will begin tomorrow (Saturday) on the Makran coast, the Sea of Oman and the northern Indian Ocean," Habibollah Sayyari, the Iranian army's deputy coordinator, said on Friday. | With United States President Donald Trump's return to the White House in January, Tehran has stepped up its
(2025-02-22). Trump ally Bannon's 'Nazi gesture' prompts France far-right leader to cancel US speech. scmp.com Bannon briefly held out a stiff arm at the Conservative Political Action Conference as he called on the audience to 'fight, fight, fight'.
(2025-02-22). CPAC 2025: A festival of fascist reaction. wsws.org The annual right-wing conference outside of Washington D.C. featured speeches and Nazi salutes from Hitler lovers inside and outside the Trump administration.
(2025-02-22). Germany's 2025 federal elections: A turning point in post-war German history. wsws.org For the first time since the fall of the Third Reich 80 years ago, there is a real possibility that a party with direct ideological continuity to the Nazis will enter government.
(2025-02-22). Ex-Trump aide's 'Nazi salute' sparks French leader's protest. newarab.com 
Accusations of an apparent Nazi salute by American conservative firebrand and Jordan Bardella, president of France's anti-immigration Bannon, a former…
(2025-02-22). Merri-bek Council takes down Palestine flag. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Qld Socialist Alliance launches federal campaign focused on justice for Palestine, housing, climate. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Saturday 2/22: Free virtual screening of documentary film "Stitching Palestine" indybay.org
(2025-02-22). World Cancer Day 2025: People with cancer are 'united by unique'. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: The Union for International Cancer Control leads World Cancer Day every Feb. 4 to raise awareness about cancer, encourage its prevention and mobilize action to address the global pandemic World Cancer Day's new campaign, "United by Unique," celebrates the stories of every person affected by cancer. "Every experience with cancer is unique, and it will take all of us, united, to create a world where we look beyond the disease and see the person before the patient. This World Cancer…
(2025-02-22). Cuba solidarity meeting promotes culture in Panamanian community. plenglish.com Chitré, Panama, Feb 22 (Prensa Latina) The opening day of the 25th National Meeting of Solidarity with Cuba in Panama had a particular stamp of culture in the community of El Espinal, district of Guararé, in the central province of Los Santos, on Friday.
(2025-02-22). Solidarity in El Salvador prepares marathon against blockade of Cuba. plenglish.com San Salvador, Feb 22 (Prensa Latina) Solidarity organizations in El Salvador are adjusting the preparations to participate in the World Marathon against the United States blockade and condemn the hostile policy against Cuba, a source from the organizing committee indicated on Friday.
(2025-02-22). Trump says Russia attacked Ukraine in U-turn, predicts deal on minerals soon. scmp.com The US president says Kyiv 'don't have any cards, but they're playing tough', tells Zelensky and Putin to 'get together'.
(2025-02-22). Eyewitness video shows moment of plane crash in Kazakhstan. presstv.ir A passenger plane flying from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.
(2025-02-22). Germany: Europe should pressure Trump to prevent US-Russia alliance. presstv.ir German FM says Europe must put more pressure on the US in order to avoid losing Washington as a partner.
(2025-02-22). EU weighting new aid package to Ukraine 'to show support' amid rift with US. presstv.ir The new aid package came after the US government held a meeting with Russian officials on the fate of the Ukraine war…
(2025-02-22). Sarah Hathway to run for Socialist Alliance in Corio. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Socialist Alliance announces candidates for Sydney, NSW Senate. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Socialist Alliance to contest Fremantle, WA Senate on 'People before Profit' platform. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Warning strikes in Germany's public transport: Form action committees and join the SGP! wsws.org The warning strikes must be made the starting point for the mobilization of all workers against the incoming government, which is preparing attacks on jobs, wages and social benefits on a scale not seen since the end of the Second World War.
(2025-02-22). German rail union agree to real wage reduction and 33-month strike ban. wsws.org In just three weeks and after just three rounds of negotiations, Deutsche Bahn (DB), the German train company, and the German rail union Eisenbahn- und Verkehrsgewerkschaft (EVG) have concluded a wage settlement with a massive reduction in real wages.
(2025-02-22). Bayern striker Kane doubtful against Frankfurt on Sunday. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Saturday 3/15: Watsonville Cannery Strike: Commemorating the Struggle and Its Legacy. indybay.org 4th Floor Community Room, Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St, Watsonville…
(2025-02-22). Trump intensifies mass firing of federal workers after judge refuses to block layoffs. wsws.org The mass layoff of US government workers proceeded on Thursday and Friday following the predictable refusal of a US district court judge in Washington, D.C. to block the assault on the jobs of hundreds of thousands of federal employees by the Trump administration.
(2025-02-22). Australia: Hardship continues from North Queensland floods. wsws.org Hundreds of people were displaced and thousands more impacted, especially in working-class areas, as the result of record rainfalls.
(2025-02-22). Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro indicted for fascist coup attempt. wsws.org The evidence paints a sinister portrait of the military-fascist cabal that controlled the Brazilian state under the Bolsonaro government.
(2025-02-22). Chinese warships off the Australian coast trigger militarist outburst. wsws.org Notice of a Chinese live-fire naval exercise in international waters between Australia and New Zealand set off hyperbolic warnings about the "Chinese threat" and demands for greater military spending.
(2025-02-22). Sri Lankan President Dissanayake presents IMF-dictated austerity budget. wsws.org Dissanayake cynically claimed that his government wants to establish the "economic sovereignty" of Sri Lanka, even as he is fully committed to imposing the demands of the IMF and big business.
(2025-02-22). As rank-and-file outrage grows against Trump's plans to attack US Postal Service, unions promote dead-end letter-writing campaign. wsws.org Among postal workers, there is growing interest in Sunday's rank-and-file public meeting, "Mobilize the working class to save the US Postal Service and other federal programs!"
(2025-02-22). Sean Baker's Anora: Half a film. wsws.org The film depicts the world of sex workers convincingly, before evolving into a type of dark "screwball comedy."
(2025-02-22). Ukraine, US working on economic deal to ensure it works: Zelenskiy. geo.tv 
This handout photograph released by the Ukrainian presidential press service on September 27, 2024 shows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Republican presidential nominee former US President Donald Trump meeting on September 27, 2024 in New York. — AFPUkraine and US…
(2025-02-22). 'Queen of Pop' Madonna takes on 'King' Trump: 'If this is a joke, I'm not laughing'. scmp.com The US superstar was responding to the US president calling himself 'the King' on social media posts.
(2025-02-22). US man found guilty of trying to kill Salman Rushdie. scmp.com Hadi Matar faces up to 25 years in prison for attempted murder after repeatedly stabbing the writer and blinding him in one eye.
(2025-02-22). Canadians think Carney can take on Trump as Liberals narrow gap with Conservatives. scmp.com Multiple surveys show the ex-central banker edging out Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre on ability to handle Trump and US ties.
(2025-02-22). New infrastructure funding must be found before it bankrupts states. scmp.com Many governments have difficulty funding basic needs while meeting global challenges like climate change. Meanwhile, businesses freeload.
(2025-02-22). LA mayor sacks fire chief over handling of worst wildfire in city history. scmp.com The move came amid finger-pointing and public rift between Chief Kristin Crowley and City Hall over responsibility for the devastation.
(2025-02-22). Donald Trump abruptly sacks top US military general CQ Brown. scmp.com The US president said he would nominate Dan 'Razin' Caine to be the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
(2025-02-22). Woman drugged, robbed elderly men in deadly 'romance scam on steroids', FBI says. scmp.com After sedating her victims found on dating apps, Aurora Phelps stole their cars and used their credit cards to buy luxury goods.
(2025-02-22). We need a new system that reflects the world's complexity. scmp.com Sustainable internationalism would embrace diversity and evidence-based problem-solving, rather than reducing the world to a chessboard.
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(2025-02-22). Canada: Indian origin MP Ruby Dhalla disqualified from PM race, Liberal party alleges 'serious violations'. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Canada's Indian origin MP Ruby Dhalla has been disqualified by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party for running for top position. She described the decision as "shocking and deeply disappointing". | "I have just been informed by the Liberal Party of Canada that I have been disqualified from the leadership race. This decision is both shocking and deeply disappointing, especially since it was leaked to the media," she said in a post on X. | pic.twitter.com/VprPUEmLXL— Ruby Dhalla (@DhallaRuby) Fe…
(2025-02-22). Kash Patel sworn in as FBI director, takes oath on Bhagwad Gita | Watch. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Indian-American Kash Patel was officially sworn in as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Friday, taking the oath on the Bhagavad Gita.Following the oath, Patel said that he was living the American dream and added that a "first-generation Indian is about to lead the law enforcement agency of the greatest nation on earth." | He said, "I am living the American dream, and anyone who thinks the American dream is dead, look right here. You are talking to a first-generation Indian who is about to lead the law enforcement agency of the greatest nation on earth. That can't h…
(2025-02-22). More than 260 Rohingya refugees arrive in Indonesia. presstv.ir More than 260 Rohingya refugees have arrived in Indonesia's westernmost province of Aceh after floating at sea for days.
(2025-02-22). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-02-22). Aerial shots of damage caused by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California. presstv.ir Aerial shots show the destruction of a wide range of houses by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California.
(2025-02-22). 'Un-American,' 'Help people already here'- birthright citizenship debate divides NY. presstv.ir With the new administration of Trump rolling out immediate policy pushes on immigration, reaction on the street ran the gamut from horror to firm support.
(2025-02-22). AP sues three US officials over barred access to presidential events. presstv.ir The Associated Press (AP) has sued three Trump administration officials for restricted access to presidential events.
(2025-02-22). North Korea: US military provocations escalating under Trump. presstv.ir North Korea condemns increased US military provocations under the Trump administration.
(2025-02-22). Iran Army launches large-scale drills along southern shores. presstv.ir The Iranian Army has kicked off the Zolfaqar-1403 military exercise in an area along the strategic Makran coastline in the southern part of the country.
(2025-02-22). US pressurizes Iraq to resume Kurdish oil export or face sanctions: Report. presstv.ir Trump's administration is pressuring Iraq to restart Kurdish oil exports or face sanctions.
(2025-02-22). "Sayed El Nas": Amr Saad highly anticipated drama set to dominate Ramadan 2025. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – "Sayed El Nas" is one of the most anticipated dramas for the Ramadan 2025 season, and the Egyptian and Arab audiences are getting ready to watch it.Amr Saad, Reem Mostafa, Ahmed Zaher, Ahmed Rizk, Elham Shaheen, Engy El Mokadem, Khaled El Sawy, Nashwa Mostafa, Rana Raees, Malak Ahmed Zaher, Ahmed Fahmy, Mona Fadali, Mahmoud Qabil, and Tarek El Nahry are among the art stars of the series, which was written by Khaled Salah and directed by Mohamed Sami.Following its premiere on MBC Egypt, the official promo for the series was a huge hit, garnering over 10 million views in a single day, demonstrating the p…
(2025-02-22). Hunter Schafer reacts after U.S. issues her passport with 'Male' marker under Trump's executive order. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Euphoria star Hunter Schafer shares shock after receiving a passport with 'male' marker.In a shocking and uncommon eight-minute video shared on social media, Hunter Schafer, one of Hollywood's most well-known and sought-after transgender actors, shares her reaction to being issued a new passport with her sex indicated as male."I felt compelled to share with anyone who is listening after receiving a somewhat unpleasant reality check today. In her introductory remarks, the Euphoria star said, "I'm sure most of us remember that on, I believe, the first day of Trump's presidency, he signed an executive ord…
(2025-02-22). iPhone 17: new leaks reveal technical specifications. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — New leaks about the iPhone 17 have revealed a range of diverse technical specifications. Apple users and fans are eagerly anticipating the new design, which is expected to differ from the iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17 Pro.iPhone 17: The new iPhone 17 will debut with an upgraded screen design and enhanced specifications. This upgrade will include support for a 120 Hz refresh rate, significantly improving smoothness and responsiveness for a better user experience.Remarkable changes between iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17: According to recent leaks, the new iPhone 17 will fea…
(2025-02-22). Saudi Arabia launches its first currency symbol. albawaba.com Saudi Arabia unveiled its first ever currency symbol for the Saudi Riyal. This move aims to support and promote the country's financial status.First Saudi currency symbol: The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced the launch of the country's first currency symbol. The new riyal symbol was introduced as Saudi Arabia is aiming to position itself as a financial hub.ŸäÿπŸÉÿ≥ ŸáŸàŸäÿ™ŸÜÿß ÿߟџàÿ∑ŸÜŸäÿ© ŸàŸÖŸ&eg…
(2025-02-22). Trump forced to replace oval office desk after Elon Musk's son leaves unexpected "mark" albawaba.com ALBAWABA – U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the temporary removal of the historic Resolute Desk from the Oval Office after Elon Musk's son, X AE A-12, was caught on video wiping his nasal mucus on it. The New York Post reported that the incident occurred during Musk's White House press conference, causing a stir on social media.Resolute Desk Temporarily Replaced | The Resolute Desk, originally gifted by Queen Victoria to President Rutherford B. Hayes in 1880, has been an iconic piece in the White House, used by presidents such as John F. Kennedy, Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden.Due…
(2025-02-22). Jeff Bezos asks fans to pick next Bond as Amazon buys 007 for $1 billion. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – According to the Guardian, Amazon has paid over $1 billion for "creative control" of the James Bond series. The agreement has elicited conflicting reactions from the movie actors.Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, the British-American descendants of film producer Albert "Cubby" Broccoli and longstanding guardians of the Bond movies, announced an agreement with Amazon MGM Studios on Thursday.The second-biggest company in the world in revenue acknowledged that it and the two had established a joint venture to house the James Bond intellectual property, with Amazon taking "creative control."Although…
(2025-02-22). Former Malaysian PM Ismail Sabri hospitalised after collapsing at home. channelnewsasia.com The 65-year-old is in stable condition after being rushed to hospital in the early hours of Saturday (Feb 22).
(2025-02-22). Bali bombing survivor fears losing life-saving aid to Indonesia's budget cuts. channelnewsasia.com The 2002 blasts targeting nightclubs in the Kuta Beach area of the tourist resort island of Bali killed 38 Indonesians and 88 Australians, as well as people of 20 other nationalities.
(2025-02-22). Myanmar returns more than 100 Chinese scam centre workers. channelnewsasia.com They were handed over via the Thailand-Myanmar Friendship Bridge 2 at the Thai border town of Mae Sot.
(2025-02-22). Philippines welcomes removal from global money laundering 'grey list'. channelnewsasia.com Authorities say this would help attract investments and aid overseas Filipino workers who send remittances through banks.
(2025-02-22). Seven & i Holdings picks Bain as preferred buyer in asset sale: Reports. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). New Zealand says Chinese naval vessel fires live rounds in new drill. channelnewsasia.com The live firing in international waters of the Tasman Sea prompted an alert to commercial air traffic.
(2025-02-22). Singapore prepared to move forward with confidence amid global uncertainties: SM Lee. channelnewsasia.com However, the government cannot do this alone and needs Singaporeans to stay united and rally behind it, said Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong.
(2025-02-22). Alpine skiing-World champion Von Allmen leads Swiss home downhill sweep. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). ATP roundup: Andrey Rublev, Jack Draper to clash in Doha final. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Comesana stuns world number two Zverev in Rio Open. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Misunderstanding over object on field halts Celta-Osasuna game in LaLiga. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Moyes is doing a better job than me, says United boss Amorim. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Van Persie to return to Feyenoord as coach – Dutch media reports. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Berlin police arrest suspect in stabbing at Holocaust memorial. channelnewsasia.com The attack comes two days before a watershed national election in Germany.
(2025-02-22). 'He's a real general': How Trump chose Dan Caine to be top US military officer. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Pope Francis will not lead Sunday prayers for a second week running, Vatican says. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-22). Trump's deportation rate slower than Biden's final year average. geo.tv 
Former President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump. — Reuters/FileLONDON: US President Donald Trump deported 37,660 people in his first month in office, significantly fewer than the monthly average of 57,000 removals and returns recorded in the final year of Joe Biden's…
(2025-02-22). Antisemitism is real. We don't need to invent shit. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Busselton comes out for trans youth. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). The Cairo Takeaway stunt that backfired. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Campaigning for justice for TJ Hickey, 21 years on. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). City of Sydney adopts boycott and divestment motion. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). ETU rail workers rally over pay, safety claims. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Hundreds demand Hall Park be protected from commercialisation. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Independent reports recommend retrofitting public housing towers. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Lattouf case challenges efforts to kill the truth. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Lidia Thorpe says Closing the Gap strategy is 'collapsing'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Photos: Remembering TJ Hickey. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Women call for peace with justice. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Why we must disrupt Burrup Hub | Green Left Show #50. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: What to do for a healthier heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the American Heart Association. Heart disease refers to a range of conditions, of which many can be prevented or treated by making healthy lifestyle choices. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/wXk1Nj28Hm4 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 07) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: What high triglycerides mean and why it matters to your heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org You may be familiar with high-density, or good cholesterol; low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or bad cholesterol; and their connections to heart health. But what about triglycerides? Often that word gets skimmed over when talking about cholesterol levels. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says triglycerides provide the body with energy from food. High levels can indicate signs of other conditions, like diabetes or prediabetes, that can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Watch: The Mayo…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: Know the warning signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's often silent but can be a deadly killer. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that occurs in 1 in 500 people. Dr. Said Alsidawi, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says the problem is that many people don't even know they have it because they have no symptoms. And in many cases, the first presentation is sudden cardiac death. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 07) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Q and A: What to eat for a healthy heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We hear a lot about "heart-healthy" diets, but the guidance seems to always change. It's confusing to me. What foods are important, and what should we avoid? ANSWER: One of the most important factors for a healthy heart is to try to follow a healthy diet. We usually recommend a Mediterranean diet, which is mostly based on trying to eat more white meat, such as fish and chicken, instead of red meat, such as beef…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Clot buster? Surgery? What is the right treatment for stroke? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A physician points to a brain scan examining for signs of stroke DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My neighbor had a stroke and received a "clot buster" medication. Then, I found out my uncle had a surgery after a stroke. Can you help me understand different kinds of stroke treatments? My neighbor seems almost back to normal, but my uncle is still in rehabilitation because of some paralysis on his left side. ANSWER: We have excellent treatments to reverse stroke symptoms, but…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Melanoma stage determines treatment plan. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 36-year-old sister recently noticed an unusual mole on her shoulder. She is scheduled for some tests. Her primary care physician believes it might be melanoma. What is melanoma? What treatment options are available, and is surgery necessary? Have there been recent advancements in treatments? ANSWER: While melanoma is much less common than other types of skin cancer, it is the most serious because it is more likely to metastasize, or spread, to…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: How alcohol affects your liver. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Excessive alcohol use can harm the body in many ways, including an increase in the risk of various cancers. It damages liver cells, leading to inflammation, scarring and serious conditions such as cirrhosis. Dr. Andrew Keaveny, a Mayo Clinic transplant hepatologist, says heavy drinking also can lead to alcoholic hepatitis, which is becoming more common in younger people. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/R4VyXCoVih8 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 09) is in the downloads at the end of this…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: Alcohol and cancer risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Office of the Surgeon General recently released a new Advisory on Alcohol and Cancer Risk. It outlines a connection between drinking alcohol and increased risk of cancer, specifically cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box, esophagus, breast, liver and colon. The advisory has recommendations to increase awareness, including updating the existing Surgeon General's health warning label on alcohol-containing beverages. According to Dr. Donald Hensrud, a Mayo Clinic physician specializing in preventive medicine and nutrition,…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: Suffering from cold feet? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Do your feet always feel cold, even when it's not chilly outside? While cold weather can be a common cause, persistent cold feet might point to something more — like circulatory issues, immune problems or nerve disorders. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says it's important to seek medical advice if the condition persists. Getting evaluated can help identify and treat any underlying health conditions. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/mfjly7ZhaU0 Journalists: …
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: Help for a sinus infection. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you catch a cold or upper respiratory infection and it lingers long enough, it may turn into a sinus infection known as sinusitis. Symptoms can include a runny nose and nasal congestion accompanied by pain, swelling, and pressure around the eyes, nose, cheeks or forehead that gets worse when bending over. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/LsUbAc1NmPE Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 57) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic…
(2025-02-22). Expert explains how to improve heart health, even if your family has history of heart conditions. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — It's not unusual to have one or more family members with some form of heart disease. Nonetheless, some people may not even know they have heart disease until they experience a heart attack or stroke or are diagnosed with heart failure. Despite the prevalence of heart disease, many people are still unclear about how genetics can impact heart disease and, most importantly, what they can do to lower their risk. Stephen Kopecky,…
(2025-02-22). Mayo Clinic researchers and surgeons test virtual reality to calm presurgery jitters. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Heart surgery is a serious and invasive medical procedure, and that can be intimidating for a patient. A new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings suggests that virtual reality (VR) can be an effective tool to reduce preoperative anxiety in older patients undergoing their first open-heart surgery. While much of the research to date using VR involved younger patient populations, these research findings suggest that immersive VR was effective and well tolerated…
(2025-02-22). Al-Aqsa Flood mastermind nearly called off 7 October attack. newarab.com 
(2025-02-22). Amnesty calls for urgent action to free detained poet in UAE. newarab.com 
Amnesty International has called for urgent action to be taken to secure the immediate release of the Egyptian-Turkish poet The opposition writer has been held incommunicado in the UAE for more than six weeks after "Fears are growing abou…
(2025-02-22). Exclusive: Iraq braces for US sanctions over Iran militia links. newarab.com 
(2025-02-22). Hadi Matar guilty of attempted murder of novelist Salman Rushdie. newarab.com 
Hadi Matar was found guilty on Friday of attempting to murder the novelist Matar, 27, can be seen in videos rushing the Chautauqua Institution's stage as Rushdie was being introduced to the audience for a talk about keeping writers safe from harm, some of which were shown to the jury during the three-week trial. | Rushdie, 77, was stabbed with a knife multiple times in the head, neck, torso and left hand, blinding his right eye and d…
(2025-02-22). Starmer accused of using 'loophole' to ban Palestinians refugees. newarab.com 
(2025-02-22). US piles pressure on Iraq to resume Kurdish oil exports: sources. newarab.com 
US President Donald Trump's administration is piling pressure on Iraq to allow Kurdish oil exports to restart or face sanctions alongside Iran, eight sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters. | A speedy resumption of exports from Iraq's semi-autonomous The US government has said it wants to isolate Iran from the g…
(2025-02-22). US proposes rival UN action on Ukraine, pitting against Europe. newarab.com 
The U.S. on Friday proposed a draft United Nations resolution to mark the third anniversary of U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a bid to broker an end to the war in Ukraine, sparking a rift with
(2025-02-22). BrighterMonday Uganda and ICT innovation hub partner to boost soft Skills and digital readiness. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | BrighterMonday Uganda has announced a strategic partnership with the ICT Innovation Hub to enhance soft skills and digital literacy among job seekers and professionals. The collaboration addresses the growing demand for well-rounded professionals by equipping individuals with the essential competencies needed to thrive in today's evolving job market. Recognizing …
(2025-02-22). Kabale Diocese priests attend trial, pray for Besigye at Nakawa court. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A group of Catholic priests from the Kabale Diocese visited Dr. Kizza Besigye at Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court, where they prayed for his quick release and recovery. They said it is the pastoral duty of priests to visit those in prison and those who are sick. The priests, who …
(2025-02-22). Nigeria to host 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meeting in Abuja. independent.co.ug 
The 2025 edition is expected to be the largest in the event's history, drawing over 6,000 delegates, including Heads of State, business leaders from Africa, the CARICOM region, and beyond Lagos, Nigeria | THE INDEPENDENT | Nigeria and Afreximbank have signed the Host Country Agreement for the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM), scheduled for June 23-28, …
(2025-02-22). NRM caucus supports new UPDF law to try 'armed' civilians in Court Martial first. independent.co.ug 
Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The NRM caucus will support the proposed amendments to the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Act as presented by the Attorney General. This includes a proposal of trying civilians accused of illegally possessing specific firearms before the Court Martial first, although these will be given the prerogative to appeal their …
(2025-02-22). A Forum on "Manifesting Power in Class and Gender Struggle: From Insurrectas to Feministas, and then back again" pressenza.com Marking the 118th years of service of La Proteccion de La Infancia Inc.: | February 22, 2025. This month, La Proteccion de la Infancia, Inc. (LPI) marks its 118th year as the Philippines' longest-serving registered non-profit corporation. La Proteccion began in 1906 as Gota de Leche, a project of Associacion Feminista Filipina, a group of enlightened women who supported or were allies of the Katipunan, the revolutionary army that fought against colonial Spain in 1896 and against the invasion by the United States in 1899 in order to secure Philippine independence after centuries of being a colonial state.
(2025-02-22). Police, Military Raid NUP Headquarters. plusnews.ug 
Security personnel have raided and cordoned off the National Unity Platform (NUP) headquarters. The personnel comprising of the police, army and operatives from the Joint Anti-Terrorism Taskforce-JATT also sealed off the party's leadership training centre in Kmawokya. Acting Maj Gen Felix Kulayigye, the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Spokesperson, said the raid follows videos that have …
(2025-02-22). Seeta High School Student Found Dead in Dormitory. plusnews.ug 
A senior three student at Seeta High has been found dead. Eli Shama Ssesanga was found hanging on a rope in the dormitory. His body was discovered on Friday by students who had woken up for morning preps. The shocked students later informed teachers who later managed to get police to the scene at around …
(2025-02-22). Two Remanded for Conspiring With Balondemu in UGX 2.2bn Fraud. plusnews.ug 
The Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has remanded two people to Luzira Prison for conspiring with the Kampala District Land Board Chairperson lawyer David Balondemu to defraud 2.2 Billion shillings from an American firm, KG Unlimited LLC. The accused Martin Kasenge aka Denis Tumusiime a businessman, and Ronald Kaweesa aka Dr Alfred Musinguzi, a painter …
(2025-02-22). Appel à la France : défendre les libertés civiles en rejoignant l'action devant la Cour de justice de l'Union européenne contre la loi hongroise sur la souveraineté. fidh.org
(2025-02-22). Trump administration sacks top US General in a major Pentagon shakeup. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: In a major upheaval of the US military, the Donald Trump administration on Friday (local time) fired the top US general, a development which was followed by his defence secretary Pete Hegseth firing the Chief of the US Navy and the vice chief of the Air Force. | Trump announced he was dismissing Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Charles Q Brown and replacing him with Air Force Lt. Gen. John Dan "Razin" Caine. | The move is considered significant as Caine is retired, citing an Air Force official, and is not a four-star general. | In a post on Truth Social, US President Trump thanked General Cha…
(2025-02-22). "Release them now!": Joint statement on the detention of Turkish journalists. fidh.org
(2025-02-22). Bahrain: Joint letter to the European Union calling for the release of Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja and Mohammed Habib Al-Muqdad. fidh.org
(2025-02-22). DRC: Open letter to the African Union on the occasion of its 38th summit. fidh.org
(2025-02-22). 'New generation of smart weapons': Iran Army to launch massive joint drills in southern waters. presstv.ir Iran's Army is set to begin the main phase of its joint Zolfaghar 1403 drills, with the objective of showcasing the country's growing defensive capabilities.
(2025-02-22). Nearly a third of Canadians view US as 'enemy': Poll. presstv.ir A recent poll has shown that 27% of Canadians see the United States as an enemy while only 30% still see it as an ally…
(2025-02-22). Iran's will centered on strengthening ties with African nations, says Foreign Ministry. presstv.ir The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stressed that the Islamic Republic is focused on deepening its relations with African nations.
(2025-02-22). Trump, McKinley, and US imperialism in Asia. indybay.org February marks the 126th anniversary of the beginning of the Philippine-American War. The conflict crushed the fledgling Philippine republic and reduced a nation of more than 7 million people to an American colony. The United States stepped onto the world stage as an imperialist power at the dawn of the twentieth century, caked with the blood of hundreds of thousands of Filipinos.
(2025-02-22). Saturday 3/1: Amah Mutsun History and Native Stewardship with Dr. Julisa Lopez. indybay.org Felton Branch Library, 6121 Gushee St, Felton…
(2025-02-22). March 1st National Call to Action – Tesla Takedown Berkeley. indybay.org We are taking action at Tesla. | ‚ö° Sell your Teslas, dump your stock, join the picket lines. | ‚ö° Hurting Tesla is stopping Musk. | ‚ö° Stopping Musk will help save lives and our democracy. | The stakes couldn't be higher. No one is coming to save us—not politicians, not the media.
(2025-02-22). Saturday 3/1: March 1st Call to Action – Tesla Takedown Berkeley. indybay.org 1731 Fourth St. Berkeley, CA 94710…
(2025-02-22). Monday 2/24: Webinar: Rooted in Faith and Justice: A Vision of Liberation with Jonathan Kuttab. indybay.org
(2025-02-22). Saturday 2/22: Tesla takedown. indybay.org Tesla showroom on 4th street in Berkeley…
(2025-02-22). 'See you in court!': Maine governor defies Trump over transgender sports ban. geo.tv 
Maine Governor Janet Mills stands as U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a business session with US governors who are in town for the National Governors Association's annual winter meeting, at the White House in Washington, D.C., US, February 21, 2025. —…
(2025-02-22). Trump Fires At Maine Governor For 'See You In Court' Threat In White House | Full Speech | Janet Mills. hindustantimes.com Face-off between US President Donald Trump and Democratic governor of Maine, Janet Mills, on February 21. During Trump's address to a bipartisan group of governors at the White House, Mills objected to US President after he threatened to withhold from the state over transgender athletes participating in girls and women's sports. Watch…
(2025-02-22). Apple's Vision Pro struggles with app shortage. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — Apple, the American multinational technology company, launched its Vision Pro last year. The AR/VR headset is struggling with an app shortage.Apple's Vision Pro app shortage: The famous tech company released its Vision Pro, a mixed-reality headset combining augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), in February 2024. According to AppFigures, the number of apps available on the Vision Pro has declined significantly. | Notably, Apple stated in August 2024 that around 2,500 apps were available, but the total count has now dropped to 1,900.Sources revealed that developers who work on new…
(2025-02-22). Lawsuit Challenges Trump Order to Undo Ocean Protections From Offshore Drilling. indybay.org ANCHORAGE, February 19, 2025 — Conservation groups today filed the first environmental lawsuit against the Trump administration to protect oceans from offshore drilling. One set of groups is challenging an illegal order by President Trump to revoke former President Biden's withdrawal of vulnerable areas of the ocean from future oil-and-gas leasing. Another set is asking a court to reinstate a federal court ruling that invalidated an attempt by the first Trump administration to undo Obama-era offshore protections.
(2025-02-22). California Bill Prioritizes Wildlife Connectivity in Regional Planning. indybay.org SACRAMENTO, Calif., February 19, 2025 — Assemblymember Nick Schultz (D-Burbank) introduced Assembly Bill 902 today that pushes regional planning and transportation agencies to prioritize wildlife connectivity and improve road safety in California.
(2025-02-21). Netanyahu 'procrastinating' over next phase of Gaza truce: Hamas. presstv.ir Palestinian resistance movement Hamas says Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is "procrastinating" on negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire deal in Gaza.
(2025-02-21). Bathing once every 10 days: The reality of northern Gaza's water crisis. aljazeera.com Gaza families face a dire water crisis after the ceasefire and struggle to survive in the destroyed north.
(2025-02-21). Israel says captive body returned by Hamas not Bibas mother. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday said he would ensure "Hamas pays the full price" for failing to hand over captive Shiri Bibas after the Palestinian group released a body Israel said was not hers. | The remains of four people, whom the group said were captives, were handed over on Thursday, the first such transfer under a fragile ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Hamas said the remains included those of Bibas and her two young sons, whose father was released by the group earlier this month. | On Friday, however, Israel said the body purported to be of Shiri Bibas was instead that of a Gazan woman…
(2025-02-21). Israel says strikes Lebanon-Syria border site used by Hezbollah. newarab.com 
The Israeli military said its air forces "struck crossing points in the area of the Lebanon-Syria border" used by the Iran-backed H…
(2025-02-21). UN says Syria economic recovery could take half a century. newarab.com 
"Fourteen years of conflict in Syria have undone nearly four decades of economic, social, and human capital progress," the UN Development Programme (UNDP) said. | "At…
(2025-02-21). Panamá: Unions battle regime over workers' rights. workers.org 
A mass national demonstration Feb. 12 in front of Panamá's National Assembly protested the regime's attempt to privatize social security and its attacks on the labor movement. Using excessive force, police fired tear gas at protesters, who replied with rocks and bottles. Police made 480 arrests and injured 100 demonstrators, . . . |
(2025-02-21). What Policymakers Should Prioritize on Ukraine. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A woman collects wood for heating from a destroyed school where Russian forces were based in Izium, Ukraine, September 19, 2022. | © 2022 Evgeniy Maloletka/AP Photo | Russia's war against Ukraine will soon enter its fourth year. Since February 2022, violations of the laws of war have led to needless civilian death, suffering, and devastation with more than 12,456 Ukrainian civilians killed and 28,382 injured, at least 6.8 million having left the country, and millions more internally displaced. Thousands of homes, hospitals, schools, and other civilian infrastructure in Ukraine have…
(2025-02-21). New Sheriff Astride the Globe: Trump's Sovereigntist Imperialism. pressenza.com Days after November's Trump/MAGA election victory, a senior Russian diplomat asked how great a historical transformation it signaled. Was it the equivalent of the Civil War, or the Depression era New Deal? Soon it was clear. Jamille Bouie wrote in the New York Times that Trump and his cronies were "waging war on the American system of government." Corrupt billionaire plutocrats led by Trump have captured the state to increase their immense fortunes, to eviscerate our limited social safety net, and to turn the clock back on 70 years of civil and human rights gains. We are in the midst of counterrevolution, with Tr…
(2025-02-21). Tesla faces boycott as Malaysians link Musk's support for Trump to Gaza plan. scmp.com The backlash highlights the potential impact of Musk's political involvement on Tesla's business, particularly in a region with strong pro-Palestinian sentiment.
(2025-02-21). Bali's tourism woes, Chinese scientists' bamboo innovation: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com From Bali's complaint about tourists being too frugal to a bamboo innovation, here are highlights from SCMP's recent reporting.
(2025-02-21). Uncertainty grows among refugees and migrants as Germany heads to the polls. aljazeera.com Rights groups say migrants and refugees live in an atmosphere of fear amid a far-right resurgence.
(2025-02-21). Israel's mistreatment of detainees called 'war crimes'. aljazeera.com Rights groups describe Israel's mistreatment of Palestinians in detention as 'war crimes'.
(2025-02-21). Honduras: Stop the violence in Agúan, no more trade with Corporación Dinant. fidh.org Organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership between the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), made an urgent call for corporations to cease trading with Corporación DINANT due to severe human rights violations linked to its palm oil production in Honduras, including land grabs, intimidation, and the murder of human rights defenders.
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(2025-02-21). You Can't Murder Liberation. counterpunch.org 
A revolutionary is not a victim. In fact, a revolutionary fights against victimhood past, present and future. When a movement fighting the racism and brutality of police forces uses a slogan like "Hands up, don't shoot" it is emphasizing its potential victimhood and denying its power. Without power, there can be no long-term victory in
(2025-02-21). The Urgency of Time and the Crisis of Conscience. counterpunch.org 
We live in a world where the funeral matters more than the dead, the wedding more than love and the physical rather than the intellect. We live in the container culture, which despises the content. —Eduardo Galeano At the heart of this book lies a stark truth: Americans, and people worldwide, are facing a moment
(2025-02-21). Actress Tilda Swinton condemns "state-perpetrated and internationally enabled genocide" at Berlinale. wsws.org In her vivid, at times poetic remarks, Swinton described the cinema as a boundless haven of freedom and solidarity, qualities increasingly difficult to find in the world.
(2025-02-21). Rank-and-file historians oppose American Historical Association's censorship of opposition to Gaza genocide. wsws.org Some 1,500 historians, and counting, have opposed the AHA executive council's decision to block from a vote a resolution that had passed by an overwhelming majority at the organization's annual meeting…
(2025-02-21). Israeli leaflets: 'World will not change if Gazans disappear from existence'. presstv.ir The Israeli military drops leaflets over the Gaza Strip, threatening the Palestinians there with another genocide if they do not give in to the regime's demand to leave the territory.
(2025-02-21). Adil Abbuthalha: The man making a change with the Boycat app. newarab.com 
In January last year, Adil Abbuthalha launched an app to help people boycott companies tied to Israel amid its brutal genocide in the Gaza Strip. | The app? What started as a simple Surpassing over a million users, divesting $150 million from Israel-linked companies and bein…
(2025-02-21). Gazans' broken dreams of parenthood in the aftermath of genocide. newarab.com 
(2025-02-21). Hamas acknowledges possible Mix-up in body identification amid Israeli accusations. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Hamas has acknowledged the possibility of a mix-up in the identification of Shiri Bibas' body, following Israeli claims that the remains handed over did not match forensic tests. The group emphasized that it has no interest in violating the agreement, responding to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's accusations.Hamas Denies Intentional Breach of Agreement | In a statement issued on Friday, Hamas dismissed Israeli allegations as politically motivated, accusing Netanyahu of using the issue to cover up internal divisions. The group reaffirmed its commitment to fulfilling all obligations under the…
(2025-02-21). Israel deploys additional battalions to West Bank amid rising tensions. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Israeli military has reinforced its West Bank presence by deploying three additional battalions, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's directive for a "strong operation" in the region. Meanwhile, Israeli media reported the arrest of a Jewish suspect linked to recent bus explosions near Tel Aviv.In a statement released on Platform X, the Israeli army confirmed that the decision to send three battalions to the Central Command was based on security assessments. The statement emphasized that the military remains prepared to expand operations, particularly in northern West Bank, where efforts to…
(2025-02-21). As Gaza cease-fire's first stage nears end, Netanyahu seeks to resume war. haaretz.com While the right is paving the way for renewing the war, a feasible plan may emerge out of Egypt that pleases Trump…
(2025-02-21). At Hostage Square, relatives urge Netanyahu to 'keep the cease-fire deal going'. haaretz.com Mother of Tamir Adar, who was killed on October 7: My son went to protect his country that he loved so much… the country that did not save him…
(2025-02-21). Netanyahu: Hamas returned body of Gazan woman instead of Shiri Bibas, they will pay a price. haaretz.com GAZA HOSTAGES: Israeli authorities identify bodies of hostages Oded Lifshitz, Ariel and Kfir Bibas; Fourth body not Shiri Bibas ‚ñ Netanyahu says Hamas 'will pay price' for violating agreement ‚ñ GAZA: Saudi Arabia plans summit on plan to reconstruct Gaza ‚ñ WEST BANK: IDF reinforces West Bank with three battalions following explosions in Tel Aviv suburbs…
(2025-02-21). Netanyahu asks court to reduce weekly testimony sessions in corruption trial. haaretz.com According to the defense's proposal, the trial will continue with three weekly sessions, with the third day devoted to other witnesses. Netanyahu's attorney submitted a general outline, suggesting summoning investigators and members of law enforcement agencies, most of which are prosecution witnesses the prosecution dispensed with…
(2025-02-21). All of Israel prepared for heartbreak. Netanyahu prepared an ugly attack. haaretz.com The attacks on Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar shows how much pressure Israel's prime minister is feeling from 'Qatar-gate' ‚ñ Testimonies from returning hostages have done nothing to change opposition in the gov't to deal's second stage ‚ñ A behind-the-scenes look at what happened when the deal collapsed in 2023…
(2025-02-21). Jerusalem churches demand Israel halt Armenian property grab. newarab.com 
Christian leaders in Jerusalem are calling on the Israeli government to prevent the city's authorities from seizing property owned by the In a letter to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the head of the Patriarchate Nourhan Manougian called for church property to be protected from the Jerusalem Municipality, which is attempting to seize assets for what it claims are thr…
(2025-02-21). Israel's Netanyahu orders 'intensive' West Bank operations after bus explosions. scmp.com At least three empty buses exploded in Bat Yam, a city outside Tel Aviv on Thursday evening.
(2025-02-21). The Arab States Must Stop Trump and Netanyahu in their Tracks. pressenza.com Regardless of how geostrategically important the relationship is between the Arab states and the US, the former must demonstrate unanimous resolve to oppose Trump's and Netanyahu's disastrous plans to take over Gaza and exile the Indigenous Palestinians. Given Egypt's desire to convey the urgency and the far-reaching implications of the Arab summit on March 4 in Cairo, it's possible that both heads of state and foreign ministers will be in attendance. They should make it clear that their countries will spare no effort or resources to prevent the US and Israel from acting in defiance of international laws, norms,…
(2025-02-21). Terror attack: Multiple bus explosions in Israel's Bat Yam; Netanyahu calls security meeting. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A series of explosions rocked the central Israeli city of Bat Yam on Thursday evening, with three buses targeted in what the authorities suspect to be a terror attack. While no injuries were reported, Israeli officials have accused Palestinian militant groups of orchestrating the blasts.Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz blamed Palestinian terrorist organisations, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu scheduled an emergency security meeting to assess the situation.According to the Israeli police, three bombs detonated on buses at different locations, while two additional devices were being def…
(2025-02-21). Profiles in Cowardice, Courage, and a Scarlet Letter. counterpunch.org 
Are you keeping lists? Years from now, when the dust settles on this Trumpian insanity, historians will look back upon this Archimedean tipping point and show specific moments where certain individuals could have changed the course of history. Counterfactual social psychologists will analyse this historic moment by asking: What if enough Republican senators had voted not to confirm most of Trump's nominees? What if enough civil servants decided to resign to shut down the entire government in solidarity with those let go or given unacceptable marching orders? Before historians and counterfactual experts start thei…
(2025-02-21). India-origin Trump's ally Kash Patel confirmed as FBI Director; issues stern warning to enemies. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Kash Patel, an Indian-origin official and close ally of former President Donald Trump, has been confirmed as the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) following a 51-49 vote in the Senate on Thursday.Expressing gratitude, Kash Patel thanked President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi for their confidence in him and pledged to restore transparency, accountability, and public trust in the FBI.Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Patel stressed his commitment to upholding justice. "The FBI has a storied history, from the 'G-Men' era to safeguarding the nation post-9/11. The American…
(2025-02-21). Israel seeks to jail anyone who cooperates with the ICC. newarab.com 
The bill, submitted by Likud MK Amit Halevi, passed its preliminary reading with 25 votes in favour and 10 against. | Under the proposed law, any individual providing services or resources to the ICC could face up to five years i…
(2025-02-21). Body handed over by Hamas in Gaza was not that of hostage, Israel says. scmp.com Israel said child hostages Ariel and Kfir Bibas identified but other released body was not their mother, Shiri Bibas.
(2025-02-21). Analysts to Al-Jazeera: Tel Aviv Explosions 'May Be Fabricated'. defenddemocracy.press Feb. 21, 2025 Two analysts, Ihab Jabarin and Elias Hanna, told Al-Jazeera Arabic channel that the recent explosions in Tel Aviv could be fabricated to achieve Israeli objectives. Two analysts have suggested that the explosions that struck three buses in the Bat Yam area south of Tel Aviv could be "fabricated and an attempt to …
(2025-02-21). Israel and the occupied territories: More hostages and detainees returned home in fourth phase of release operations. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Bus explosions near Israel's Tel Aviv: What happened, what we know so far. aljazeera.com Investigation is under way as Israel ramps up raids in the West Bank following the blasts that caused no casualties.
(2025-02-21). Hamas probes Israeli claim returned body was not female captive in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israeli army said remains of two child captives identified but another body was not of their mother Shiri Bibas.
(2025-02-21). Israel says Hamas returned unknown body, not that of captive Shiri Bibas. aljazeera.com Israel accused Hamas of a "violation of utmost severity" after tests revealed Shiri Bibas' remains were not returned.
(2025-02-21). Israel to step up West Bank attacks after bus explosions. aljazeera.com Israel says it will step up attacks on the occupied West Bank after bombs exploded on three empty buses in Tel Aviv.
(2025-02-21). Israeli report: Autopsy of Sinwar reveals unexpected findings. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An Israeli military autopsy on the corpse of late Hamas commander Yahya Sinwar revealed no evidence of narcotics in his system, according to a report released by Israeli media outlets on Friday. The results refute earlier Israeli assertions that Hamas militants used amphetamine medications.Israel's official TV said that the final autopsy results verified that Sinwar's blood did not contain any compounds linked to drugs. Caffeine, a prominent ingredient in coffee and energy drinks, was the only chemical discovered in substantial amounts.Previous Israeli allegations that Hamas members, including Sinwar,…
(2025-02-21). Triple bus blasts rock Bat Yam in Israel. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Three Israeli buses exploded in Bat Yam, south of Tel Aviv, in what Israeli authorities suspect to be a "nationalistically motivated" attack, according to initial reports from Hebrew media.Israeli police confirmed that explosive devices were found in three empty buses, leading investigators to treat the incident as a coordinated attack. Surveillance footage reportedly captured a suspect planting the explosives before fleeing the scene.Channel 12 reported that two additional unexploded devices were discovered at separate locations, raising security concerns. Following the explosions, Israeli authorities…
(2025-02-21). CPAC embraces freed hostages, but Israel's representative focuses on 'total victory' over Hamas. haaretz.com At celebratory conservative conference, JD Vance tells freed and rescued hostages 'Trump loves you,' while Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli focuses on destroying Hamas and slamming campus protests…
(2025-02-21). Israel has no defense for spending so much on the army. haaretz.com A committee on future defense spending seems to have ignored Israel's battlefield successes since the October 7 attack and seems willing to do harm to the economy…
(2025-02-21). Shin Bet arrests two Israelis suspected of involvement in Tel Aviv suburbs bus bombs. haaretz.com The two suspects were detained following the Shin Bet's initial investigation into the incident which occurred on Thursday night in Bat Yam and Holon…
(2025-02-21). 'Earthquake in Israel's religious society': Study shows gay sexual activity more common in gender-segregated schools. haaretz.com A new study that has Orthodox society abuzz shows that Israeli teens enrolled in all-boys and all-girls schools are more likely to engage in sexual activities with members of their own sex than their peers in coed schools. They are also more inclined to feel conflicted about their sexual identity…
(2025-02-21). 'We received word that he was a hostage only after five days. It seemed like an eternity'. haaretz.com Israeli-American Edan Alexander came to Israel to volunteer in the army and was taken hostage on October 7. His uncle, Levi, visited the Knesset to urge officials to continue with the deal. He says he wants to see a deadline for when the last hostage will return…
(2025-02-21). Israelis: Don't sacrifice your children to the god of war. haaretz.com Israelis who don't trust the government demonstrate against the war each Saturday night. How can they wake up on Sunday, don their army uniforms, and go fight in Gaza?
(2025-02-21). 'I owe you my life': Freed Israeli hostage thanks Trump in Fox News op-ed. haaretz.com Iair Horn, freed after 498 days in captivity, appeals to President Trump and the world in a Fox News op-ed to secure the release of those still held by Hamas, including his brother…
(2025-02-21). Israeli army identifies remains of Ariel and Kfir Bibas, says third body is not their mother. haaretz.com Two young Israeli hostages were murdered one month after the October 7 attacks, Israeli military says, decrying 'violation of utmost severity by the Hamas terrorist organization' and demanding return of Shiri Bibas' remains without delay…
(2025-02-21). Zochrot: The Israeli NGO raising awareness about the Nakba. newarab.com 
Founded in 2002, By challenging dominant narratives and promoting dialogue about the region's history, Zochrot, which means "remembering" in Hebrew, seeks to address the roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and envisions a shared, equal future. The group's slogan is 'From Nakba to Return'. | In 2009, Israel's education ministry banned the use of the w…
(2025-02-21). Fetterman staffers resign over US Senator's 'Israel obsession'. newarab.com 
(2025-02-21). La guerra politica e commerciale tra Stati Uniti d'America e Sudafrica. strategic-culture.su Che l'avvento di Trump alla Casa Bianca non facesse presagire nulla di buono nei rapporti tra Washington e Pretoria era prevedibile. | Segue nostro Con l'ordinanza n. 192 del 26 gennaio 2024, infatti, la Corte internazionale di Giustizia dell'Aja, aveva adottato misure cautelari nei confronti dello Stato di Israele, accusato con ricorso del Sudafrica di violazioni della Convenzione contro il crimine di genocidio ai danni dei palestinesi…
(2025-02-21). "Methods similar to what we witnessed in Gaza": Israel's military campaign in the Northern West Bank displaces 45.000 Palestinians. fidh.org
(2025-02-21). Capitalists impose mass layoffs in retail. workers.org 
Hundreds of major U.S. retail stores are projected to close in 2025, with thousands of workers being displaced as a result. Retail workers protest layoffs triggered by private equity buyouts of store chains, 2019. JCPenney and the Ohio-based Joann Fabric and Crafts are the latest big box department store chains . . . |
(2025-02-21). Arab states reject Trump's ethnic cleansing plan. workers.org 
In a meeting with King Abdullah of Jordan in the Oval Office, Trump said to the camera: "The U.S. won't have to buy Gaza. We will take it. We won't buy it; we're going to take it, hold it, cherish it. … Nobody's going to question it." (ABC News, Feb. . . . |
(2025-02-21). Una apreciación de Malcolm X. workers.org 
El 21 de febrero de 2025 se cumplirá el 60 aniversario del asesinato de Malcolm X. El siguiente artículo, ligeramente editado, se publicó originalmente en workers.org el 23 de mayo de 2013. El gran líder negro Malcolm X -también conocido como El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz- nació el 19 de mayo de . . . |
(2025-02-21). An appreciation of Malcolm X. workers.org 
February 21, 2025, will mark the 60th anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X. The following slightly edited article was originally posted on workers.org on May 23, 2013. The great Black leader, Malcolm X — also known as El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz — was born on May 19, 1925. His birth . . . |
(2025-02-21). Nine Yemeni troops killed or injured in renewed clashes with Houthis in Ma'rib. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Fighting between Houthi forces and Yemen's internationally recognized government troops has flared up again, as the Iran-backed militia continues its push to seize the oil-rich Ma'rib governorate. Control of Ma'rib is crucial for the Houthis to consolidate their dominance over northern Yemen, despite a fragile truce between them and the Saudi- and UAE-backed government forces.Now in its tenth year, the war—sparked by the Houthi takeover of Sana'a and the subsequent Saudi-led intervention on March 26, 2015—has devastated Yemen, leaving it divided between rival factions vying for power. Ma'rib…
(2025-02-21). Lebanon to hold funeral of slain Hezbollah leader Nasrallah on Sunday. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands of people expected to attend rites at huge sports stadium on the outskirts of capital, Beirut.
(2025-02-21). Trump administration drops work on stronger building codes for disasters. whyy.org 
This story originally appeared on For the past 25 years, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has helped develop building codes, the construction standards that help houses survive hurricanes, wildfires and earthquakes. Now, the Trump Administration has ordered that to stop, according to people involved with the work. | NPR has learned that FEMA is dropping out of the latest effort to improve building codes, taking its name off recommendations that its experts have already developed and…
(2025-02-21). The Age of Neofascism and Its Distinctive Features. cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). Are white Afrikaners at risk in South Africa? Not really, most say. aljazeera.com As Trump offers to take in Afrikaner refugees, many say right-wing lobbyists have spread misinformation and fear.
(2025-02-21). China says Philippines 'illegally' flew planes over South China Sea islands. aljazeera.com The incident marks the second confrontation this week between Manila and Beijing over disputed South China Sea islands.
(2025-02-21). Debt brake: How this fiscal rule could shape Germany's election. aljazeera.com This mechanism, which has been blamed for a lack of investment, has emerged as an important election issue.
(2025-02-21). Finland, Sweden probe suspected sabotage of undersea telecoms cable. aljazeera.com Finnish operator Cinia said it detected problems on C-Lion1 fibre-optic link connecting Finland and Germany.
(2025-02-21). Hundreds of Chinese airlifted home after crackdown on Myanmar scam centres. aljazeera.com Thailand is facilitating the transfer of thousands of people rescued from scam centres on the border of Myanmar.
(2025-02-21). US deports 177 Venezuelan migrants from Guantanamo Bay. aljazeera.com President Maduro said the handover was a 'direct request' from his government to the US.
(2025-02-21). US President Trump's claims about Zelenskyy and Ukraine fact-checked. aljazeera.com Trump is engaged in an escalating war of words with Zelenskyy, but his comments on the Ukraine leader are not accurate.
(2025-02-21). What do countries call themselves? The stories behind their original names. aljazeera.com Around half of the world's countries have native or local names that differ from their English versions.
(2025-02-21). African Union is in desperate need of a new beginning. aljazeera.com As the new AUC chair, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf will need to reform his organisation, before he attempts to reform Africa.
(2025-02-21). FACT CHECK: US Department of Government Efficiency. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's @khalidmajzoubofficial examines claims made by and about the US Department of Government Efficiency…
(2025-02-21). Argentina's president gifts chainsaw to Trump adviser Elon Musk. aljazeera.com See the moment President Trump's billionaire adviser on government spending Elon Musk was given a chainsaw.
(2025-02-21). From Zh≈çngguó to Magyarország on Int'l Mother Language Day. aljazeera.com You've probably tasted food from Zh≈çngguó and seen photos of Magyarország and just never realised it.
(2025-02-21). Putin has "three wins without having to negotiate anything" aljazeera.com
(2025-02-21). Invisible Disabilities: Raising Awareness. aljazeera.com On The Stream: We explore the challenges faced by individuals living with invisible disabilities.
(2025-02-21). Nina Khrushcheva: 'It's Putin and Trump against the world'. aljazeera.com How is a Trump-Putin alliance affecting Europe and Ukraine? Marc Lamont Hill talks to historian Nina Khrushcheva.
(2025-02-21). Dubois replaced by Bakole for Parker heavyweight fight in Saudi Arabia. aljazeera.com Heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois withdraws from boxing bout with Joshua Parker in Saudi Arabia due to illness.
(2025-02-21). Real draw Madrid derby in Champions League; Liverpool face PSG. aljazeera.com Defending champions Real Madrid face city rivals Atletico in the Champions League last 16, while Liverpool play PSG.
(2025-02-21). The US Government's Reportedly Shifting Rhetoric Towards Russia-Ukraine Is Significant. pressenza.com
(2025-02-21). Dr Besigye ends hunger strike after his case moves to civilian court. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Dr Kizza Besigye has called off his hunger strike after the transfer of his charges from the military court to a civilian court. He was this morning charged with treason and misprision of treason at Nakawa court. JUST IN: Opposition doyen @kizzabesigye1 has called off his hunger strike after …
(2025-02-21). Measles cases are rising in the U.S. Do adults need a vaccine booster? whyy.org This story originally appeared on A measles outbreak in West Texas is continuing to spread. And with kindergarten vaccination rates dipping across the country, But it's not just kids who should be vaccinated. Infectious disease experts say some adults may need to get revaccinated, too. | Measles can spread incredibly f…
(2025-02-21). China's independently-developed manned airship AS700D completes first test flight. ecns.cn China's self-developed AS700D civil manned airship completed its first scientific test flight in Hubei Province on Friday, marking a major breakthrough in the country's green aviation equipment in the low-altitude economy sector.
(2025-02-21). US Treasury Secretary Bessent to hold first call with China counterpart on Friday. scmp.com Bessent said one message will be that 'we really want to put a stop' to the inflow of precursor ingredients for fentanyl from China.
(2025-02-21). US should consider barring Chinese citizens from its national labs, Senate hears. scmp.com Hearing showcases support for restricting access to American scientific research as Beijing's 'stealing' cited.
(2025-02-21). Why isn't Hong Kong a test bed for China's green energy innovations? scmp.com The city should take advantage of China's burgeoning edge in alternative solar cell technologies to become a hub for renewables.
(2025-02-21). US military commander meets Panama Canal administrator to discuss countering China. scmp.com Panama's president, who was warned about China's influence by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio earlier this month, reacted with anger.
(2025-02-21). Trump claims BRICS 'broke up' after his 150% tariff threat over dollar undermining. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Former US President Donald Trump on Friday claimed that the BRICS alliance collapsed after he imposed a 150% tariff threat on member nations for attempting to weaken the US dollar.BRICS, an intergovernmental organisation comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the UAE, has been exploring alternatives to the dollar in global trade."BRICS states were trying to destroy our dollar. They wanted to create a new currency. So when I came in, the first thing I said was any BRICS state that even mentions the destruction of the dollar will be charged a 150%…
(2025-02-21). EU trade chief hopeful about averting US tariffs after 'intense' talks with Trump's team. scmp.com Steel a focal point of meeting between bloc's point person on trade and new US commerce secretary plus other senior administration officials.
(2025-02-21). China's central bank vows to enhance yuan amid looming risks from strong US dollar. scmp.com Adjustment of daily fixing seen as one way to resist depreciation pressure.
(2025-02-21). The Trump-Navarro blueprint for global economic warfare. wsws.org The battle plan has largely been drawn up by Peter Navarro, who has been nominated as senior counsellor for trade and manufacturing policy and is known as a ferocious anti-China hawk.
(2025-02-21). Trump's Ukraine policy shift signals new phase of US global war. wsws.org No one should be under any illusion that in reopening diplomatic relations with Russia, the Trump administration is seeking peace in Europe, much less the world. Rather, he is seeking a redeployment of military resources from the European theater for use in the domination of the Americas and ultimately focusing on the central target of US military aggression: China.
(2025-02-21). Morocco overturns deportation Uyghur man wanted in China. newarab.com 
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(2025-02-21). Chinese, Japanese media, think tanks hold dialogue on boosting cultural exchanges. independent.co.ug 
Xinhua is willing to work with partners from Chinese and Japanese media outlets and think tanks to tell moving stories of enhancing mutual trust and cooperation between China and Japan, and continue to record the history of mutual understanding and friendship between the two peoples, said Xinhua's President Fu Hua. TOKYO | Xinhua | …
(2025-02-21). Deep structural adjustments foreseen in liquor industry. ecns.cn China's liquor industry is shifting from rapid growth to a more rational and balanced market, as brands adapt to changing consumer preferences and market saturation. Cost-efficiency and international expansion have emerged as key drivers of future growth, according to industry reports and experts.
(2025-02-21). China's thirst drives strong recovery in Australian wine exports. ecns.cn A rebound in demand from the Chinese mainland has driven a strong recovery in Australian wine exports, with total export value surging 34 percent year-on-year to 2.55 billion Australian dollars ($1.62 billion) in 2024″…
(2025-02-21). China open to green industry cooperation with Europe. ecns.cn China hopes to expand green industry cooperation with Europe, including the cooperation on electric vehicles, and hopes for an early signing and taking effect of the China-EU Comprehensive Agreement on Investment…
(2025-02-21). DeepSeek helps Yiwu merchants master cross-border e-commerce trade. ecns.cn Yiwu, known as "the world's capital for small commodities" and home to China's largest wholesale market, has recently started using artificial intelligence (AI) tools for their merchants.
(2025-02-21). Morgan Stanley upgrades stance on China stocks in significant shift. ecns.cn Morgan Stanley has upgraded its outlook on offshore Chinese equities, shifting from a bearish to a more optimistic stance, wallstreetcn.com reported on Thursday.
(2025-02-21). China expels Philippine aircraft over South China Sea. ecns.cn China's military announced on Friday that it had issued warnings and expelled two Philippine C-208 aircraft and an N-22 aircraft that had entered the airspace over a South China Sea island on Thursday.
(2025-02-21). Xizang opens first flight to Hong Kong. ecns.cn The first commercial flight linking southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region started operation Wednesday.
(2025-02-21). 200 telecom fraud suspects repatriated from Myanmar. ecns.cn The first batch of200 Chinese suspected of committing the crimes in scam compounds in Myanmar's Myawaddy were repatriated to China on Tuesday.
(2025-02-21). In Numbers: How China's private sector is leading tech innovation. ecns.cn The year-on-year growth rate of R&D expenditures for these top 1,000 private enterprises in 2023 was 12.78%, surpassing the growth of 6.54 percent for the global top 1,000 and 7.68 percent for the European Union.
(2025-02-21). No Nazis: Be Like Chris Kluwe, And All Who Came Before. commondreams.org 
(2025-02-21). Guantánamo Needs to be Shutdown Not Expanded. counterpunch.org Shrouded in secrecy, the U.S. continues to capture and detain asylum seekers fleeing Haiti, Cuba, and other Caribbean countries at Guantánamo. Last fall, the International Refugee Assistance Project reported that refugee families are kept in a dilapidated building with mold and sewage problems, suffer from a lack of medical care, and are "detained indefinitely in prison-like conditions without access to the outside world."
(2025-02-21). The Counterculture That Sprang From San Francisco. counterpunch.org 
(2025-02-21). The Many Hands that Hold Up Billionaires. counterpunch.org 
(2025-02-21). Texas Banned Abortion, Then Sepsis Rates Soared. counterpunch.org 
Pregnancy became far more dangerous in Texas after the state banned abortion in 2021, ProPublica found in a first-of-its-kind data analysis. The rate of sepsis shot up more than 50% for women hospitalized when they lost their pregnancies in the second trimester, ProPublica found. The surge in this life-threatening condition, caused by infection, was most
(2025-02-21). Gabriele Màºnter: The Yellow House of the Blue Amazon. counterpunch.org 
I enter the Thyssen Museum in Madrid to see the exhibition about Gabriele Màºnter. She is one of the great painters of German Expressionism, who has finally been placed on an equal level with her male colleagues. Lately, several museums have organized major exhibitions of her work. Last year it was the Leopold Museum in
(2025-02-21). Joe Sacco and Art Spiegelman Answer the Question in "Never Again and Again" counterpunch.org 
Comics do not often make news. A little over a hundred years ago, in 1924, the now-forgotten "Andy Gump" comic strip character—chinless but full of life and hugely popular—ran for president from artist Sidney Smith's palatial home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. "Andy" promised to crack down on the railroad monopolies and the Wall Street swindlers.
(2025-02-21). Peter Schumann at 90: "I'm a Papier-Mâché Revolutionary!" counterpunch.org 
The legendary founder of Bread and Puppet Theater is 90 years old and rising. In December I went to interview Peter Schumann in his home in Glover Vermont, together with his carpenter and comrade Henry Harris. We asked him about the wars of our times, about education, about ideology, and about the past and future
(2025-02-21). Capitalism's Frankenstein Climate. counterpunch.org 
"Climate change is the monster we made. We are Victor Frankenstein." (Climate Change: The Monster of our own Making, WashU, October 16, 2017, Michael Wysession, Professor Earth & Planetary Sciences, Washington University) Mary Shelley's Frankenstein was inspired by the extreme weather of 1816, also known as the "Year Without a Summer." Today's climate change is
(2025-02-21). Is a Black Physician Shortage Killing African-Americans? counterpunch.org 
A Review of Legacy: a Black Physician Reckons With Racism in Medicine by Dr. Uché Blackstock Ethnic and racial disparities in public health is an acknowledged part of the policy and social landscape of our times. It is well known that minority groups, especially African-Americans, tend to be screened, diagnosed and treated for major illnesses like
(2025-02-21). Laughter and Fears in Germany. counterpunch.org 
For good people these are times to weep, rage and, above all, to fight back! But sometimes we may allow ourselves a laugh. Such a time arrived this past weekend in Brussels and at the Security Conference in Munich. Though the big shots present were in no laughing mood — but in shock! The reason
(2025-02-21). Roaming Charges: America on Droogs. counterpunch.org 
While contemplating the incipient collapse of our Republic from an inside job, I dipped back into the six-volume edition of Edward Gibbon's The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire that Alexander Cockburn gave me as a Christmas present years ago. Gibbon's prose style is ornate, featuring wide-ranging and winding sentences that often end abruptly, like a dagger plunging. It takes some pages—and there are entire mountain ranges of them—to get used to his baroque rhetorical rhythm. Still, once you do, the book really picks up steam and roars along through decade after decade of unrivaled i…
(2025-02-21). Musk's Buddy Javier Milei Tangos With Crypto Scam. counterpunch.org Argentina's President Javier Milei, who has won high praise from Elon Musk, was caught in the middle of crypto scam in the country, that may have cost investors close to $5 million. The story is that Milei used his huge following on social media to promote a new crypto coin called the $LIBRA. Milei told
(2025-02-21). Big Brown and the Brownshirts: UPS Scrubs January 6th From Its Website. counterpunch.org A friend alerted me that United Parcel Service (UPS), the global, package delivery behemoth, had removed its condemnations of the January 6th insurrection from its website. The big story of the 2024 election was the movement of the heart of Big Capital, most prominently Big Tech, into Trump's camp. UPS's scrubbing of January 6 is
(2025-02-21). American Revolutions: 9 Parts Locke, 1 Part Hobbes. counterpunch.org 
The unceremonious end of the "end of history" – which has unfolded steadily since 9-11 — and the fading of the Obama era's alluring but naàØve dream of "post-partisanship" — gives robust new leases on life to the study of history and political theory. The human condition is neither post-historical nor post-political. | Contrary to progressives' hope for the withering away of political and even geopolitical conflict, the nagging old problems of humanity – how best to govern complex societies and how growing societies can live together peacefully on a shared planet – have been resurfacing with a…
(2025-02-21). Action on Climate Change May Look Different Than You Expect. counterpunch.org 
Talk a walk through the Los Angeles' Arts District, and you'll learn that there's nothing contradictory about trying to save the world and living a luxury lifestyle. Start your tour with the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI), which proudly displays a banner stating: "the future begins here." LACI is "a non- profit organization creating an
(2025-02-21). Democracy Now! 2025-02-21 Friday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Friday, February 21, 2025 | Democracy Now! Friday, February 21, 2025…
(2025-02-21). All-solid-state battery tech charges ahead. ecns.cn Chinese battery players are joining forces, including leveraging artificial intelligence technologies, to accelerate the development of all-solid-state batteries.
(2025-02-21). Alibaba sees record revenue of $38.4 bln. ecns.cn Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd reported on Thursday night that its revenue stood at 280.15 billion yuan ($38.4 billion) during the October-December period, an increase of 8 percent year-on-year.
(2025-02-21). (W.E. Talk) What will Trump 2.0 mean for the U.S. and the globe? ecns.cn Within a month of taking office, U.S. President Donald Trump signed dozens of executive orders initiating layoffs, shutting down agencies, and reviewing government spending. These moves have drawn worldwide attention.
(2025-02-21). Hunan couple walks 3,000 km to Xizang, discovers 'secret to happiness'. ecns.cn In an effort to help his wife overcome depression, a Hunan couple embarked on an extraordinary journey — walking nearly 5,000 kilometers from Hunan to Xizang and back.
(2025-02-21). U.S. scientists protest against funding cuts. ecns.cn Academic groups from U.S. higher education institutions are staging protests against research funding cuts at numerous federal agencies, ordered by the Trump administration.
(2025-02-21). AI pediatrician diagnoses at Beijing Children's Hospital. ecns.cn The AI system integrates the clinical expertise of over 300 renowned pediatric specialists in the hospital, along with decades of high-quality medical record data from these experts.
(2025-02-21). New terminal housing world's first on-site museum opens in Xi'an. ecns.cn The Terminal 5 of the Xianyang International Airport was officially put into operation on Thursday. Covering 705,500 square meters, which is bigger than the total areas of the T1, T2 and T3 terminals, Terminal 5 allows the same floor departure of domestic and international passengers.
(2025-02-21). Kyrgyzstan girl starts her global business from Yiwu. ecns.cn "I am Mika, from Kyrgyzstan." In front of the camera, Mika introduces herself in fluent Chinese. In 2016, she arrived in Yiwu, Zhejiang Province and enrolled in Yiwu Industrial and Commercial College to study Chinese. Nine years later, Mika has grown into a successful foreign trade entrepreneur. Her business has expanded globally, thanks to the Yiwu-Xinjiang-Europe freight trains. Over the past nine years in Yiwu, this young woman has fallen deeply in love with life here.
(2025-02-21). Trump's Gaza plan may lead to uprisings across the Middle East. newarab.com 
(2025-02-21). Strike shuts Tunisia mining town over infrastructure woes. newarab.com 
Schools and businesses in Om Laarayes, a major Tunisian mining town, shut down Thursday as a The regional URT labour union, part of the powerful UGTT trade federation, called for the strike to demand improvements to the southwestern town's infrastructure and healthcare. | "All schools, shops and local institutions hav…
(2025-02-21). ICRC Supports the Ministry of Defence of The Kyrgyz Republic to Establish a Classroom for International Humanitarian Law Trainings. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). "People have the power to change the course of history": ICRC President at the European Conference, Harvard University. icrc.org 31 January 2025…
(2025-02-21). "We need to get the masses to realize what's happening": Federal workers protest jobs massacre by Trump and Elon Musk. wsws.org WSWS reporters spoke to federal workers and supporters about the impact of mass layoffs and the struggle against dictatorship.
(2025-02-21). Costa Rica and Honduras join Panama as stopovers for deportees from US. scmp.com Group of mostly Asian migrants deported from the US arrive in Costa Rica as part of a deal with Washington.
(2025-02-21). Sick migrant workers, maids face mounting hospital bills, risk being sent home due to inadequate insurance. channelnewsasia.com The recent death of Bangladeshi worker Fazley Elahi who had colon cancer has raised questions on whether better insurance coverage is needed to support migrant workers in their darkest hour.
(2025-02-21). France moves to ban undocumented migrants from marrying. geo.tv 
(2025-02-21). Full Speech: JD Vance Launches 2nd Attack On Europe In 1 Week | Trump | USA | NATO | Ukraine | Russia. hindustantimes.com US President JD Vance spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbour, Maryland. He launched second attack at the European Union, critcising them for allowing millions of unvetted migrants into their countries. He also claimed that uncontrolled immigration is "the greatest threat" to both the US and Europe. Watch…
(2025-02-21). Palestine House hosts Existence as Resistance film night. newarab.com 
Formed in 2023, after the
(2025-02-21). Lausanne ends Joseph Daher contract 'over pro-Palestine stance'. newarab.com 
'History of International Relations post-1945', with a special focus on the Middle East, was to be a hugely important module for the next cohort of politics students at the renowned Swiss unive…
(2025-02-21). "La cooperación entre Cuba y los Estados Unidos en materia de Aplicación y Cumplimiento de la Ley: evolución, resultados y limitaciones." radiohc.cu
(2025-02-21). Ukraine's Zelensky calls for strong US ties after Trump brands him a dictator. scmp.com Ukrainian president had a 'productive meeting' with US envoy after exchanging barbs with Donald Trump.
(2025-02-21). UK foreign secretary questions Russia's 'appetite' for peace at South Africa G20 meeting. scmp.com 'We've not got anywhere near a negotiated settlement,' said David Lammy on Thursday. The Ukraine war's third anniversary is next week.
(2025-02-21). US refusing to co-sponsor UN motion backing Ukraine ahead of war anniversary, diplomats say. scmp.com Draft resolution, which a source said is being sponsored by more than 50 countries, demands Russian withdrawal from Ukraine.
(2025-02-21). Full Event: Trump Admin's Final Warning To Europe, Zelensky Amid Putin Meet Plans | Ukraine,Russia,US. hindustantimes.com The White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, held a special briefing on February 20 on marking one month of President Donald Trump's return to the Oval Office. Leavitt said the president has already signed 73 executive orders, more than double the number signed by Joe Biden and more than quadruple the number signed by Barack Obama over the same period. Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz also joined the special press briefing.
(2025-02-21). Trump's NSA Reveals More Putin Phone Details Amid US Insults To Zelensky | Mike Waltz | Ukraine,Russia. hindustantimes.com United States National Security Advisor Mike Waltz addressed the media as President Donald Trump completes one month at the Oval Office on February 20. Waltz shed light on US polices on various issues including Russia-Ukraine war, tussle with the European Union and the situation in the Middle East. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-02-21). Volvo announces layoffs at New River Valley, Virginia truck plant, site of major 2021 strike. wsws.org The plant was the site of a workers' rebellion in 2021 against repeated attempts by the United Auto Workers to force through a sellout contract, in which the Volvo Workers Rank-and-File Committee played a critical role.
(2025-02-21). On Cam: Trump's Anger With Zelensky Exploding – Revelation By NSA | Ukraine Has Only 1 Option Now. hindustantimes.com US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz dodged questions when asked if Putin is responsible for the Ukraine war. Waltz instead said that Donald Trump was "very, very frustrated" with Zelensky. He also told the reporters at the White House that Zelensky needs to return to the negotiating table and strike a deal on US access to Ukraine's critical minerals. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-02-21). Australia: Oppose the attack on students' right to political freedom of expression at Victoria University! wsws.org Under the guise of a new privacy policy, the administration of the university in Melbourne is seeking to control all political interactions among students.
(2025-02-21). Worsening unemployment, hunger and homelessness in New Zealand. wsws.org The Salvation Army's "State of the Nation" report points to historic attacks on workers' living standards as New Zealand's recession deepens.
(2025-02-21). Bipartisan electoral laws rammed through to prop up Australian political establishment. wsws.org Making a mockery of parliamentary democracy, the "Electoral Reform" bill was rammed through without even giving MPs a chance to read its final details, let alone members of the public, after a backroom deal between Labor and the Coalition.
(2025-02-21). Fascist Kash Patel confirmed by US Senate to lead FBI. wsws.org Patel's chief qualification in leading the largest federal domestic police/intelligence agency is his unswerving loyalty to Trump and his program of fascist retribution.
(2025-02-21). German foreign policy circles and media react to Trump with increased warmongering. wsws.org The transition to a ruthless imperialist foreign policy and authoritarian methods of rule that characterise Trump's first month in office is not limited to the US. The ruling class in Germany is also returning to its criminal traditions.
(2025-02-21). Australia: Fair Work Commission shuts down industrial action by rail workers. wsws.org The more-than-four-month suspension clears the way for a sell-out deal to be cooked up by the Labor government and the union bureaucracy, which has already been boasting for weeks of being "excruciatingly close" to agreement.
(2025-02-21). Outpouring of public sympathy at Detroit funeral for homeless children who froze to death. wsws.org Hundreds of workers and young people turned out for the funeral of nine-year-old Darnell Currie and two-year-old Amillah Currie in Detroit on Thursday, in an outpouring of public sympathy for the two homeless children who froze to death sheltering in a van parked in a casino garage.
(2025-02-21). City carriers' contract heads to binding arbitration, as Trump and Musk take aim at the US Postal Service. wsws.org Taking control of USPS would be the first step in Trump's plan to dismantle USPS entirely and privatize it, while also giving him direct access to the sensitive personal communications such as tax returns and mail-in ballots.
(2025-02-21). $18000 Climate Doomsday Clock Unveiled in Melbourne. wattsupwiththat.com The clock counts down to 2030, when apparently we are all doomed.
(2025-02-21). Live at 1 pm ET: Exposing the Climate Grift — The Climate Realism Show #146. wattsupwiththat.com The climate grifters are being exposed, and the EPA is trying to claw these billions of dollars back. But how deep does the corruption go? We're bringing in Steve Milloy of the Energy and Environmental Legal Institute, an EPA transition team member in Trump's first term, to get a handle on it. The Heartland Institute's Anthony Watts, H. Sterling Burnett, Linnea Lueken, and Jim Lakely will also cover some of the Crazy Climate News of the Week, including a look at NOAA data showing the second-biggest month-to-month temperature drop since 2009.
(2025-02-21). Coalition to Burgum: "Stop offshore wind!" wattsupwiththat.com President Trump released a moratorium on offshore wind upon taking office on January 20, that "temporarily prevents consideration of any area in the OCS for any new or renewed wind energy leasing for the purposes of generation of electricity or any other such use, derived from the use of wind." It also calls on the Department of Interior to "conduct a comprehensive review of the ecological, economic, and environmental necessity of terminating or amending any existing wind energy leases."
(2025-02-21). £62 Million From Taxpayers For Wooden Bottles. wattsupwiththat.com For some reason the Telegraph treats this as a serious idea, and not the scandalous waste of taxpayer money. | £62 million for 35 jobs? That's nearly £2 million a job. It's utterly crazy.
(2025-02-21). This Philly cemetery sits on a residential Roxborough street. It's now poised for historic designation. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! In the middle of a residential block in At least 1,000 people are buried within the gated cemetery on Martin Street, including Civil War soldiers and German-speaking…
(2025-02-21). Curfew imposed after bomb attacks in Colombia injure 6. scmp.com Police and military have blamed the ELN group for attacks near Colombia's border with Venezuela.
(2025-02-21). People can spread bird flu to their cats, US study suggests. scmp.com Two house cats died after contracting bird flu in the homes of dairy workers, suggesting a viral change.
(2025-02-21). Trial set for suspect in killings of 4 Idaho college students. Here's what you need to know. whyy.org A judge this week Here's w…
(2025-02-21). Argentina court drops charges against 3 accused in death of singer Liam Payne. scmp.com Charges were dropped against singer's representative in Argentina, the manager of the hotel and the head of the hotel's reception.
(2025-02-21). Like the US, Hong Kong's challenge is to balance progressive ideals. scmp.com As the US roils from a rollback in diversity policies, Hong Kong must beware of overcorrection in its patriotism push.
(2025-02-21). Lily Gladstone's Oscar gowns to be displayed at the National Museum of the American Indian. windspeaker.com
(2025-02-21). From Ukraine to DOGE: Here's everything that happened with Trump this week. whyy.org
(2025-02-21). EU leaders to head to Kyiv, Macron to visit Trump in bid to shore up support for Ukraine. scmp.com UK media reported that Britain and France were pushing ahead with discussions about a European force to secure a peace agreement in Ukraine.
(2025-02-21). Amazon gains creative control of James Bond film franchise in deal with Broccoli family. scmp.com The James Bond franchise has been controlled by members of the Broccoli family since the first 007 film 'Dr. No' in 1962.
(2025-02-21). Review: The Turbulent Homescapes of Leo Frontini's "On the Corner Of" fairobserver.com 
When I entered Leo Frontini's figure show On the Corner Of, on view in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan until March 22nd at Albertz Benda, I knew in about 15 seconds that I would write a review. I have been awestruck by the phenomenal reemergence of figurative art in New York's hot gallery scene. America's…
(2025-02-21). Elon Musk and J.D. Vance ramp up Romanian election dispute. scmp.com Vance criticises cancellation of Romania election as Musk labels chief judge of top court a 'tyrant'.
(2025-02-21). Trump loyalist Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director amid Justice Department tumult. scmp.com Patel takes charge as Trump -backed officials seek to put their stamp on the FBI and its parent agency, the Justice Department.
(2025-02-21). Aukus, Quad will have to step up under Trump's Indo-Pacific stance. scmp.com Unlike Biden's balanced and careful strategy, Trump will demand results and expect his allies to deliver.
(2025-02-21). The National Park Service gets ready for America's 250th Anniversary. whyy.org Next year marks a monumental anniversary for America. Find out what the
(2025-02-21). WHYY Newscast for Friday 12:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
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(2025-02-21). European "leaders" want to save the multi-million dollar military jackpot. strategic-culture.su The children went to Eurodisney in Paris, and the adults went to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | It's r…
(2025-02-21). Why European leaders are experiencing the final stages of grief as their Ukraine policy is confirmed dead. strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-21). President Pezeshkian: Iran will negotiate but not at any cost. presstv.ir The Iranian president says Tehran will never succumb to force and pressure and hold negotiations at any price.
(2025-02-21). Demet àñzdemir shines in E≈üref Ràºya; fans praise her performance. albawaba.com 
(2025-02-21). Kim Kardashian acknowledges Kanye West's role in co-parenting amid his return to The Kardashians. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Kim Kardashian's stance on Kanye West is changing. Despite her previous denials, she admitted that he has "been involved" in co-parenting their four children.On Feb. 20, Kardashian and the "Famous" rapper saw their 11-year-old daughter North's Lion King performance at the Hollywood Bowl. In the show, the SKIMS founder strangely solely praised her problematic ex.Kardashian, who has Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 5, with Ye, confessed to E! News, "Her dad has been involved." We always have nice vibes when we support our child because Kanye and I want the best for the kids.Always wonderful vibes?! Is th…
(2025-02-21). OnlyFans star Bonnie Blue claims she faked pregnancy for IVF fundraiser. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – According to British star Bonnie Blue, she pretended to be "pregnant" in order to repay her fans and gather money for an IVF treatment.After being expelled from Australia in November for her Schoolies stunt involving "barely legal" young guys, the controversial sex worker lately posted a string of acerbic videos that implied she was pregnant.The 25-year-old disputes claims that she was "pregnant," but the videos, which are still shared on social media, give the impression that she was.Blue disclosed in one video that she intended to "take another pregnancy test" in order to ascertain "how far along" sh…
(2025-02-21). Grimes publicly calls on Elon Musk over child's medical emergency. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Musician Claire Boucher, known as Grimes, took to social media to demand a response from her ex-partner, Elon Musk, regarding their child's urgent medical condition.
(2025-02-21). Apple pulls end-to-end cloud encryption feature in UK. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Block shares drop as spending slowdown puts BNPL expansion in focus. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Exclusive-Google faces EU charges of breaching DMA rules, sources say. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). New World Development flags up to $875 million interim loss on property price woes. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). UK's Thames Water gets near $9 billion bid from CK Infrastructure, FT reports. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Achieving net zero an economic opportunity and moral imperative: Singapore's ambassador for climate action. channelnewsasia.com "Ultimately it is nature that will call the shots," says Mr Ravi Menon.
(2025-02-21). Arsenal training with different players up front, not just Merino, says Arteta. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Atletico boss Simeone wary of improved Valencia. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Dortmund must start winning again for team's confidence, says Kovac. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Gesi replaces Ioane in Italy team to face France in Six Nations. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). MLS's 30th season kicks off with more Messi-mania, new San Diego team. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Parry sizzles with 65 for one shot lead at Kenya Open. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Players and coaches must protect Spanish referees, says Barca's Flick. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Ramos at flyhalf, seven forwards on bench for France v Italy. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Stones could be facing surgery in another injury blow to Man City. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Three players set to return for Man United against Everton. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Walker out of Milan's trip to Torino, says boss Conceicao. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Fearmongering and lofty promises by bad eggs are plaguing the burgeoning tuition industry — what to do about it? channelnewsasia.com As Singapore's tuition industry continues to grow, some parents and educators are raising concerns over aggressive marketing tactics that play on fears of academic failure. From selective enrolment to fear-mongering advertisements, industry players and experts weigh in on the ethical debate surrounding tuition centre promotions and the push for stricter regulations.
(2025-02-21). Pope Francis marks week in hospital amid questions over future. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Full Event: Trump's Mega Celebration For Black History Month With Tiger Woods, & More | US News. hindustantimes.com US President Donald Trump marked Black History Month at the White House on February 20. The event also saw a surprise guest, golf legend Tiger Woods, at the celebratory reception. At the event, Trump said, "Today, we pay tribute to the generations of Black legends, champions, warriors, and patriots who helped drive our country forward to greatness. And you really are great, great people." Watch this video to know more.
(2025-02-21). Trump's Bet With Trudeau? Karoline Leavitt Mocks Canada Ahead Of Hockey Match With USA | 51st State. hindustantimes.com White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt gave a witty reply when asked about Thursday night's hockey game between the US and Canada. She said Trump spoke to the US men's hockey team by phone and wished the players good luck. Leavitt also said, "The White House looks forward to the United States beating our soon-to-be 51st state, Canada." Watch this video to know more.
(2025-02-21). LAMSA: The fashion brand uniting Bekaa's women through crochet. newarab.com 
(2025-02-21). Conservative Merz leads Germany's turbulent election race. newarab.com 
(2025-02-21). EU trade chief says bloc will respond swiftly to US tariffs. newarab.com 
The "It is the very definition of a win-win partnership, and there is nothing unfair about it," Maros Sefcovic added in…
(2025-02-21). G20 foreign ministers gather amid tensions over trade, Ukraine. newarab.com 
Foreign ministers from The G20 countries, which represent some 85% of global GDP and three quarters of trade, often struggle to see eye to eye, but geopolitical rifts since
(2025-02-21). Morocco says arrested 12 suspected jihadists. newarab.com 
In a joint statement, the General Directorate of National Security and the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance said they had foiled the plot with simultaneous arrests across nine cities, including Tamesna near the capital Rabat. | They alleged that the 1…
(2025-02-21). New UN envoy to Libya vows to pursue 'peace and stability'. newarab.com 
The new Libya has struggled to recov…
(2025-02-21). Police discover drug-smuggling tunnel linking Morocco and Spain. newarab.com 
(2025-02-21). Saudi Arabia unveils new official Riyal symbol. newarab.com 
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced the move on Thursday, following official approval from King Salman bin Abdulaziz. | The new riyal symbol has been designed to the highest technical standards and reflects Saudi Arabia's rich cultural heritage, SAMA said in a statement. | "The symbol will make it easier to refer to the Saudi riyal in all finan…
(2025-02-21). Tunisia court orders release of prominent journalist. newarab.com 
Tunisian journalist and media figure Boughalleb, 61, had been detained since March last year and was being His lawyer, Hamadi Zaafrani, to…
(2025-02-21). Turkey's ruling party submits climate change bill to parliament. newarab.com 
The text of the draft law, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with Turkey's commitment to be…
(2025-02-21). UK warns against travel to Iran after couple charged with spying. newarab.com 
The The couple, who were travelling on a global motorbiking trip, were arrested in January in the southeastern Iranian city of Kerman, accused of working with covert institutions linked to Western intelligence agencies. | The UK Foreign Office said it was "deeply concerned" following the arrest, reiterating that British citizens…
(2025-02-21). Should we laugh or cry at Europe's self-immolation? strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-21). üü• TREASON: Besigye charged at Nakawa court. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Veteran opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, his aide Hajj Obeid Lutale, and UPDF officer Capt. Denis Oola have been formally charged with treason, Chimpreports has reported in last hour. According to Chimpreports , the charge sheet, dated February 20, 2025, accuses Besigye, Lutale, and Oola of contriving a plot to …
(2025-02-21). Donald Trump's war on global governance. independent.co.ug 
Lessons from the past on how to fight back when the dominant global power bullies weaker nations COMMENT | DANNY BRADLOW | U.S. president Donald Trump's recent actions seem designed to reassert American power and demonstrate that it is still the dominant global power and is capable of bullying weaker nations into following America's lead. He …
(2025-02-21). Final journey for former IGP Okoth Ogola starts today. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The country is giving former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Boniface Aron Okoth Ogola a final salute with a funeral service starting 9am today at All Saints Cathedral Nakasero. The Government has granted an official burial to the late former IGP. The body leaves for Tororo also today, ahead of …
(2025-02-21). KCB Bank Uganda gives Kobs sh195million boost, unveils new kit. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | KCB Bank Uganda has today reaffirmed its commitment to KOBs Rugby Club by unveiling the team's new kit for the 2025 season and announcing a cash boost of sh195 million to support their title ambitions. The announcement was made during a press engagement at Legends Rugby Club in Kampala. …
(2025-02-21). Local companies get tax waivers following Parliamentary approval. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved tax waivers of over Shs9.5 billion for selected local investors for the financial year 2024/2025. This followed the adoption of the report of the Committee on Finance, Planning, and Economic Development on approval of the waivers. The report presented by Committee Chairperson, Amos Kankunda on Thursday, …
(2025-02-21). LOP Ssenyonyi tasks gov't to account for new missing persons. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, has tasked government to account for new missing members of the National Unity Platform (NUP). Ssenyonyi said several of their party members have allegedly been kidnapped by unknown people in Kampala and Mpigi. "As we are still grappling with the situation of Dr …
(2025-02-21). Minister clarifies new curriculum grading. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Products of the new lower secondary school curriculum are confident, can communicate better and can apply the acquired knowledge, skills and attitudes in reaI life situations. Presenting a Statement on the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) grading system under the new curriculum, the Minister of State for Education and …
(2025-02-21). Xinhua, Jiji Press sign MoU on media cooperation. independent.co.ug 
TOKYO | Xinhua | President of Xinhua News Agency Fu Hua met with Katsuhiko Sakai, president of Japan's Jiji Press, in Tokyo on Tuesday, and signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance media cooperation. Noting that the media is an important bridge for political exchanges, economic cooperation and cultural exchanges among countries, Fu pointed …
(2025-02-21). Fetch the Bolt Cutters: Brian Terrell on Military Bases (Podcast). worldbeyondwar.org 
Brian Terrell stopping for an interview on the World Beyond War podcast at Des Moines International Airport | By Marc Eliot Stein, World BEYOND War, February 21, 2025 | A worldwide protest against the growing scourge of foreign military bases escalating threats of war and harming human beings all over the world will take place on Sunday, February 23, 2025. World BEYOND War and other organizations who helped plan this
(2025-02-21). How To Stop AI From Corrupting Your Life. levernews.com üîíThis is bonus material, for paid subscribers only, related to the story " This full story is for paid subscribers.
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(2025-02-21). 200 Guns Recovered Voluntarily in Karamoja. plusnews.ug 
200 guns have been recovered from various districts in Karamoja voluntarily. Mt. Moroto Regional Police Spokesman, Mike Longole says that some residents in Karamoja have heeded the messages of peace and stability in the region. According to Longole, the police can register at least two guns voluntarily from residents weekly. Together with other forceful recoveries including …
(2025-02-21). Gov't Withdraws UPDF (Amendment) Bill from House. plusnews.ug 
The government has withdrawn the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (Amendment) Bill, 2024, from parliament. The Government Chief Whip, Dennis Hamson Obua withdrew the bill under Rule 140 of the Parliament Rules of Procedure, concerning the withdrawal of Bills. The Rule provides that: "(1) A member in charge of a Bill may, at any time, give notice that …
(2025-02-21). UGX 18M Lost Daily in Phone Thefts- CID. plusnews.ug 
The Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) has revealed that 21 mobile phones valued at more than 18 million shillings are stolen every day. The Director Criminal Investigations Department, Tom Magambo said in the report that a total of 7,330 cases of stolen mobile phones were recorded in 2024. This translates into 21 phones stolen from Uganda …
(2025-02-21). United States Sanctions Rwandan Minister, M23 Spokesperson. plusnews.ug 
The United States has slapped sanctions on James Kabarebe, Rwandan Minister of State for Regional Integration and Lawrence Kingston Kanyuka, the March 23 Movement (M23) rebels political spokesperson over insurgency in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. In a statement released on Thursday by Tammy Bruce, Spokesperson of the United States Department of State, the …
(2025-02-21). Smart systems keep water and power flowing in Cyprus. imperial.ac.uk The University of Cyprus, supported by Imperial, is developing innovative systems for monitoring and managing electricity and water networks.
(2025-02-21). International scholars share inspiring stories of their journeys to Imperial. imperial.ac.uk Imperial's international scholars shared their inspiring stories at a special event to celebrate their successes.
(2025-02-21). Fran Dunphy retiring at end of La Salle's season. He'll leave as the winningest coach in Philly's Big 5. whyy.org La Salle's Fran Dunphy, who has won more than 600 games and made 17 NCAA Tournament appearances in 33 seasons as coach at three of Philadelphia's Big 5 schools, said Thursday he would retire at the end of the season. | The 76-year-old Dunphy will become special assistant to the president at La Salle. He will be honored as part of the Explorers' game against Duquesne on Feb. 26. | Dunphy is ingrained in the Philadelphia hoops scene like few others. He played basketball at Philly high schools and went to games at the Palestra as a kid. He was co-captain under Tom Gola at La Salle and earned a master's degree at Vil…
(2025-02-21). Turkey: Joint statement on the detention of Turkish journalists, "Release them now!". fidh.org
(2025-02-21). Doctor Hussam Abu Safiya shackled in prison after Gaza detention. newarab.com 
His arrest, captured in a broadcast by Israeli media, has sparked outrage worldwide, especially among his family members. | Reacting to the footage, one of Ab…
(2025-02-21). Benjamin Netanyahu 'is a terrible man, a serial liar': Israeli media. indybay.org Ynet's Ben Caspit details Netanyahu's contradictive speech and his constant redirection of blame when a failure arises, particularly amid the prisoner-captive exchanges.
(2025-02-21). Upholding the ceasefire in Gaza is an imperative for preserving human life and dignity. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Gaza: The long road home. icrc.org With the implementation of a ceasefire agreement, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza have begun a journey back to their homes — or what is left of them…
(2025-02-21). Sunday 2/23: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up at Milyar Cafe. indybay.org 3300 Adeline St, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2025-02-21). Ahmad Al-Sharaa's horseback appearance sparks social media debate. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A video of Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa riding a black horse has gone viral, igniting widespread reactions across social media platforms. In the footage, Al-Sharaa is seen wearing a leather jacket and black jeans, giving him a casual appearance. Many users admired his horseback riding skills, particularly as he was riding an Arabian horse, earning him the nickname "Knight of the Levant."Since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad on December 8, Al-Sharaa has remained at the center of public attention, with Syrians closely following his every move. As the country navigates its transiti…
(2025-02-21). Yuan battles US dollar, China's latest J-35 stealth jet: SCMP daily highlights. scmp.com From China eyeing Mideast buyers at military expo to a new bat coronavirus, here's a round-up from today's China and economy coverage.
(2025-02-21). Australia says China warned of 'live fire' drill off east coast. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). NSW Labor uses antisemitic attacks to justify curbing protest rights. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Six decades since assassination of Malcolm X are remembered in Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) The 60th anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X, an African-American leader and fighter for the fundamental rights of African descendants, was remembered today by the Cuban Foreign Minister, Bruno Rodriguez.
(2025-02-21). India: NGOs call on the European Union to take action on urgent human rights concerns. fidh.org
(2025-02-21). Israeli forces kill Palestinian woman in Rafah in another ceasefire violation. presstv.ir Israeli forces kill a Palestinian woman with live fire in south Gaza in violation of the ceasefire.
(2025-02-21). Hamas says to release 6 captives, raps Netanyahu's threat over Shiri Bibas as PR stunt. presstv.ir Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has announced the names of six Israeli captives who are set to be released on Saturday as part of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement.
(2025-02-21). Israel uses drones to terrorize Gazans, warns of '2nd, 3rd Nakba'. presstv.ir The Israeli regime has employed drones as a psychological weapon to instill fear and intimidate Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
(2025-02-21). Regional convergence of repression of human rights defenders in the Sahel. fidh.org
(2025-02-21). Malcolm X, civil rights icon who challenged Zionism and advocated for Palestine. presstv.ir Malcolm X, the legendary leader of the civil rights movement in the US, was a great champion of the Palestinian cause who challenged Zionism and its Western patrons.
(2025-02-21). Terms of reference – Monitoring & Evaluation Consultancy on integration of outcome harvesting as a monitoring tool. fidh.org Organisation : International Federation of Human Rights (FIDH) Programme : "Global Initiative Against Impunity for International Crimes and Serious Human Rights Violations : Making Justice Work" (GIAI) Engagement manager (reporting to) : GIAI MEAL Officer Duration : Estimated 15 days within March – November 2025 Starting date : Around 20 March 2025 Location : Online Applications deadline : 2 March 2025
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(2025-02-21). UN: Syria economic recovery needs more than 50 years. presstv.ir The United Nations said Thursday it will take the country more than half a century to get back to its previous economic level.
(2025-02-21). Assad's fall clears the stage for uncensored comedy in Syria. newarab.com
(2025-02-21). EU to suspend Syria banking, energy, transport sanctions. newarab.com The European Union will suspend sanctions on Syria's banking, energy and transport sectors Monday, diplomats said, in a bid to help the country's reconstruction after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad. | Syria's new leaders have been clamouring for the West to ease sanctions on the country imposed to target Assad's regime during the civil war. | But Europe and other powers have been reluctant to move before clear signals from the new Islamist-led rulers in Damascus that they are serious on having an inclusive transition. | The step due to be greenlit at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels is a formal mov…
(2025-02-21). Seven civilians killed in Syria UXO blast: monitor. newarab.com 
At least seven civilians, including a woman and a child, were killed on Thursday when unexploded munitions ignited at a house in northwestern "Seven civilians, including a woman and a child, were killed whe…
(2025-02-21). Syria national dialogue conference in flux amid pressure for political transition. newarab.com An official with the committee preparing a national dialogue conference in Syria to help chart the country's future said Friday that it has not been decided whether the conference will take place before or after a new government is formed. | The date of the conference has not been set and the timing "is up for discussion by the citizens," Hassan al-Daghim, spokesperson for the committee, told The Associated Press in an interview in Damascus Friday. | "If the transitional government is formed before the national dialogue conference, this is normal," he said. On the other hand, he said, "the caretaker government…
(2025-02-21). Saturday 2/22: Animal Rights Meetup: Animals in the Media. indybay.org 2414 6th St, Berkeley, CA…
(2025-02-21). Animal Rights Activists Protests Elon Musk's Neuralink. indybay.org Animal rights activists protest against Elon Musk's Neuralink experimentation on animals holding a giant head of Musk that reads "I Torture Animals"
(2025-02-21). Concerns mounting over new energy crisis in EU as Russian gas transit via Ukraine ends. presstv.ir As the agreement allowing Russian gas transit through Ukraine to Europe expires on Tuesday, concerns are mounting over new energy crisis in EU.
(2025-02-21). 'Doctors Against Genocide' demands US Senate stop Trump. presstv.ir 'Doctors Against Genocide' urged the U.S. Senate to halt President Trump's plans for a military occupation of Gaza, citing the dire humanitarian crisis in the region.
(2025-02-21). Why the Reserve Bank's interest rate cut won't solve cost-of-living crisis. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). The genocide and lessons from the first Nakba — a Gazan perspective. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Taxpayers Against Genocide Case Is Now International. indybay.org Holds officials accountable for complicity in war crimes…
(2025-02-21). Israel targets occupied West Bank after bus blasts near Tel Aviv. aljazeera.com Three empty buses exploded on Thursday evening while Israeli police found two more undetonated bombs.
(2025-02-21). Israeli PM Netanyahu says Hamas will pay for not returning body of hostage Shiri Bibas. channelnewsasia.com The body, initially believed to be that of Shiri Bibas, did not match with any of the hostages held in Gaza, said the Israeli military.
(2025-02-21). All of Israel prepared for heartbreak. Netanyahu prepared an ugly attack. haaretz.com The sickening attack on Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar shows how much pressure Israel's prime minister is feeling from 'Qatar-gate.' Testimonies from returning hostages have done nothing to change opposition in the Gov't to Stage 2 ; a behind-the-scenes look at what happened when the deal collapsed in 2023…
(2025-02-21). Arab leaders gather in Riyadh for Gaza plan after Trump proposal. newarab.com Arab leaders were gathering in Saudi Arabia on Friday to hammer out a recovery plan for Gaza aimed at countering President Donald Trump's proposal for US control of the territory and the expulsion of its people. | Trump's plan has united Arab states in opposition to it, but disagreements remain over who should govern the war-ravaged Palestinian territory and how to fund its reconstruction. A source close to the Saudi government told AFP that Arab leaders would discuss "a reconstruction plan to counter Trump's plan for Gaza". | Separately, Hamas rejected on Friday Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's "th…
(2025-02-21). Israel's Netanyahu orders military to carry out West Bank operation after bus explosions. scmp.com At least three empty buses exploded in a southern suburb of Tel Aviv on Thursday evening.
(2025-02-21). Trump slams $21M US funding for India's voter turnout, calls it a 'kickback scheme'. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Former US President Donald Trump has once again criticised the now-cancelled $21 million fund earmarked for increasing voter turnout in India, calling it a "kickback scheme." Speaking at the Republican Governors Association meeting, US President Trump questioned the need for US taxpayer dollars to be allocated for voter mobilisation in India, arguing that the United States should prioritise its own electoral concerns.During his address, Trump said, "$21 million for voter turnout in India. Why are we even concerned about India's voter turnout? We have enough problems here. We should be focusing on o…
(2025-02-21). Trump FBI pick Kash Patel confirmed amid Justice Department tumult. scmp.com Patel, confirmed by a 51-49 vote, takes charge as Trump-backed officials seek to put their stamp on FBI and Justice Department.
(2025-02-21). Fascist Donald Trump, GOP and Democrats All Murder 11-Year-Old Girl. indybay.org Jocelynn Rojo Carranza, an 11-year-old sixth grader in North Texas took her own life this month after being bullied for months at school over her family's immigration status. The fascist Trump administration and the Republican Party bear immediate responsibility for these deaths, but the rot goes much deeper. | Trump's policy would be impossible without the ongoing complicity of the Democrats and their role in promoting decades of promotion of anti-immigrant chauvinism. The Democrats voted for the anti-immigrant Laken Riley Act which is part of the plans for the "largest deportation operation" in history. A r…
(2025-02-21). Fearing Hezbollah, Israelis refuse to return to northern settelments. presstv.ir Israeli settlers are reluctant to return to illegal settlements in the northern part of the occupied lands over security concerns.
(2025-02-21). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates release of three hostages and 174 detainees. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). ICRC facilitates safe transfer of three hostages and 343 detainees, and calls for dignified conditions in ongoing release operations. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC urges dignity and privacy ahead of next release operation. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Israel claims one body returned by Hamas was not of female captive in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israeli army said remains of two child captives identified but another body was not of their mother Shiri Bibas.
(2025-02-21). Autopsy of Hamas leader Sinwar finds no evidence of drug use. newarab.com The autopsy carried out by the Israeli military on Forensic tests confirmed that Sinwar's blood didn't contain any traces of drugs but that he had consumed a significant amount of caffeine before he was killed in October, according to Israeli media reports. | Israel has in the past alleged that Sinwar and other Hamas fighters have used the captagon, a type of amphetamine that fight…
(2025-02-21). Israel drops leaflets threatening Gazans to 'leave or die'. newarab.com Israel has sparked global outrage after dropping leaflets over the The move, condemned as a psychological warfare tactic, has intensified concerns over Israel's military campaign in Gaza, with many seeing the leaflets as an open admission of ethnic cleansing. | The threats also reference a so-called "Trump plan", aligning with recent remarks by
(2025-02-21). Israel intensifies West Bank raids after Tel Aviv bus explosions. newarab.com 
Israel has intensified military operations in the Defence Minister Israel Katz ordered the escalation, targeting refugee camps, particularly in Tulkarm, as Israeli forces continue their The explosions, which took place on Thursday night, saw three empty buses detonated, with additional explosive devices discovered on…
(2025-02-21). Hamas hands over bodies of four Israeli captives to Red Cross. presstv.ir Hamas hands over the bodies of four Israeli captives killed in the regime's strikes on Gaza to the Red Cross.
(2025-02-21). Lebanese return to flattened homes after incomplete Israeli pullout. presstv.ir Lebanon has rejected Israel's continued occupation of south Lebanon and says it will 'adopt all means' to bring it to an end.
(2025-02-21). Spain remains 'major transit port' for arms shipments to Israel. presstv.ir The shipments have continued unimpeded despite a ban on arms exports to Israel imposed by Madrid four months ago.
(2025-02-21). Israel construye siete nuevos sitios militares en territorio sirio. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) Imágenes satelitales difundidas hoy por varios medios de prensa muestran que el ejército israelí está estableciendo siete nuevos sitios militares en áreas fronterizas con el Golán sirio ocupado.
(2025-02-21). Abbas condena agresión israelí y rechaza desplazamiento de palestinos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) La ocupación israelí continúa hoy su tiranía y agresión contra nuestro pueblo, en violación de leyes y tratados internacionales, denunció el presidente palestino, Mahmoud Abbas.
(2025-02-21). Official: Iran mastering construction of nuclear power plants. presstv.ir The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the United States has failed to prevent the construction of Karun power plant in the southern city of Darkhoveyn, reaffirming that the Islamic Republic continues to pursue its peaceful nuclear activities despite the enemies' plots.
(2025-02-21). Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org Working Paper by the International Committee of the Red Cross…
(2025-02-21). Iran raps Grossi's 'political' remarks serving pretext to pressure Tehran. presstv.ir Iran's atomic agency has warned that IAEA may risk losing credibility by straying from the path of neutrality and professionalism.
(2025-02-21). Search, rescue ops continue in Tibet's Shigatse following deadly 7.1 magnitude earthquake. presstv.ir Rescue efforts continue in Shigatse region after a devastating earthquake hit Tibet.
(2025-02-21). Dr Food faces arrest warrant amid drug candy controversy. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Amid allegations of smuggling drugs inside his candy bars, Lebanese influencer George Dib (Best known as Dr Food) was recently barred from entering Lebanon. Lebanese judge Ziad Al-Daghidi issued an arrest warrant for Dr Food adding that if the influencer enters the country's premises he will be arrested on the spot. Dib is being charged with manufacturing, trafficking, and smuggling drugs to Turkey. Dr Food issued arrest warrant amid drug candy controversy: ÿ≠ŸÑŸàŸâ ÿ®ÿߟџÖÿÆÿØÿ&plus…
(2025-02-21). LAMSA: The fashion brand uniting Bekaa's women through crochet. newarab.com "Lamsa means 'touch' in Arabic, and its heart is in the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon," founder and creative director Natalie Garland told me when I asked where her community-based fashion brand, "But why LAMSA as the name, and why the Bekaa Valley as the focus?" I responded. | With smiles on both our faces, Natalie, during an hour-long conversation, explained the full story. | A movement beyond aid: | Born and raised in New York City, Natalie moved to Lebanon in 2019 to engage in grassroots activism after spending a few years in Gen…
(2025-02-21). Lebanon freezes weapons licences ahead of Nasrallah funeral. newarab.com Lebanon is ramping up security and logistical preparations ahead of the funeral procession for former Hezbollah Secretary-Generals A high-level security meeting was held on Friday at the Baabda Presidential Palace, chaired by
(2025-02-21). MENA Sports Wrap: Lebanon U17 women's team wins West Asia title. newarab.com Meanwhile, British tennis star Emma Raducanu was forced to seek protection during a match at the Dubai Tennis Championships due to a troubling encounter with a fan, raising fresh concerns about player safety. | Elsewhere, Leeds United is ramping up surveillance at Elland Road Stadium after growing controversy over an anti-Palestine chant linked to…
(2025-02-21). No EU aid for Lebanon without reform, IMF deal. newarab.com Last year, the EU agreed Half of the money was paid out last August but the remainder will be subject to "some…
(2025-02-21). Islamic Jihad chief: Victories in Palestine, Lebanon indebted to Iran. presstv.ir The secretary-general of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad resistance movement describes the Islamic Republic as the house of the Axis of Resistance.
(2025-02-21). Sri Lanka's ISB Restructuring. cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). The policies of Sri Lanka's new government: a historic opportunity lost. cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). Ecological debt : Who is reponsible ? The need for radical alternatives, far from false solutions of green capitalism. cadtm.org At the CADTM South Asia workshop in Colombo, held from Thursday 30 January to Saturday 1 February, Maxime Perriot developed the concept of ecological debt. Who is responsible? What are the false solutions promoted at the COPs, synonymous with green capitalism? What are the solutions promoted by the CADTM? Read his presentation below. | – | / |
(2025-02-21). Trump's tariff tantrums. cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). U.S. rulers versus South African rulers — versus both their peoples and ecologies. cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). A great text by Nadia Valavani* on the first Tsipras government. cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). Trump the "peacemaker" like Hitler the "chancellor of peace"! cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). Glimpses of the CADTM South Asia meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 29 January to 2 February 2025. cadtm.org
(2025-02-21). Exclusive: IRGC chief says Iran ready to confront any attacks. presstv.ir The IRGC chief commander say Iran's advanced weapons and high-skilled Armed Forces enable the country to confront any attacks by enemies.
(2025-02-21). China unveils rare disease diagnostic tool. tvbrics.com 
The tool powered by artificial intelligence may detect Rett and Angelman syndromes…
(2025-02-21). Egypt discovers pharaoh's tomb for the first time in 100 years. tvbrics.com 
It presumably belonged to Thutmose II…
(2025-02-21). Indian scientists identify common biomarkers for early detection of pancreatic and glioma cancers. tvbrics.com 
The findings contribute to advancements in personalised medicine…
(2025-02-21). Iran launches pilot project for helium extraction and purification. tvbrics.com 
Iran aims to enter the global helium market, leveraging its reserves for economic growth…
(2025-02-21). Kazakhstan considers possibility of introducing air taxis. tvbrics.com 
The country will also consider the possibility of implementing the internet on board…
(2025-02-21). More than 100 international tour operators gather in Iran to boost cultural tourism. tvbrics.com 
The meeting to foster deeper engagement between industry professionals…
(2025-02-21). Swiss police detained journalist Ali Abunimah despite no threat. newarab.com Swiss authorities detained and expelled Palestinian journalist The executive director of During his detention, Abunimah was reportedly locked in a cell 2…
(2025-02-21). Musk vows to 'fix' X after polls show high support for Ukraine's Zelenskyy. aljazeera.com Tesla and SpaceX CEO claims his social media platform's fact-checking tool is being 'gamed' by governments and media.
(2025-02-21). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events — day 1,093. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,093rd day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
(2025-02-21). US deports dozens of Venezuelan migrants from Guantanamo Bay. aljazeera.com President Maduro said the handover was a 'direct request' from his government to the US.
(2025-02-21). Culture Fact: Rare artifact sheds light on the legend of Nezha. ecns.cn As the movie "Ne Zha 2" continues to sweep across the globe breaking various box-office records, the reportedly earliest known visual depiction of the "Ne Zha Conquers the Sea" myth, a Liao Dynasty (907-1125) stone coffer, has gone on display at the Liaoning Provincial Museum in Shenyang, attracting many visitors.
(2025-02-21). Why China should worry as Trump makes nice with Putin over Ukraine. scmp.com The US president seems intent on ending the Ukraine war to focus on issues like China. Washington might hope to turn Moscow against Beijing.
(2025-02-21). Rescue workers search for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet. presstv.ir Rescue workers search rubble for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet.
(2025-02-21). China's first heavy oil reservoirs begin extraction. ecns.cn China's first oilfield from with reserves of super-heavy oil begins extracting reservoirs through thermal recovery. Luda 5-2 North Oilfield Phase II Development Project commenced production extraction on Friday.
(2025-02-21). China, U.S. officials to discuss economic issues via video call. ecns.cn Vice-Premier He Lifeng will hold a video call with the United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Friday night to discuss important economic issues between the two countries, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun confirmed.
(2025-02-21). Registration mandatory for social organizations. ecns.cn China will continue efforts to clamp down on illegal social organizations that harm individuals and the public interest, the Ministry of Civil Affairs said in a recently released guideline.
(2025-02-21). Feedback sought on drafts of ecology code. ecns.cn This has led to the drafting of several sections of the code, said Huang Haihua, an official with the NPC Standing Committee's Legislative Affairs Commission.The first law with this designation since the founding of New China in 1949 was the Civil Code, which regulates civil activities and took effect in January 2021.
(2025-02-21). South China's Guangzhou launches self-driving services linking downtown with train station, airport. ecns.cn Guangzhou on Friday launched its first autonomous driving operation line, making it the first among the country's first-tier cities that operate such lines linking downtown with train station and airport.
(2025-02-21). China and US to hold economic talks amid trade tensions. plenglish.com Beijing, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) China confirmed that Deputy Primer Minister He Lifeng will is holding a video call tonight with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss economic issues.
(2025-02-21). China: Joint statement on the fifth anniversary of the "Xiamen gathering" crackdown. fidh.org
(2025-02-21). Supporting Empathy, Rejecting Apathy. counterpunch.org 
My parents, Alex and Sylvia, grew up as Jewish Americans in NYC during the Great Depression. The Bolshevik Revolution had in part shaped the tenor of that era, but socialism had been popular in the USA before this revolutionary change. In the depression era, FDR, responding to the working-class ferment that swept up folks like my mother
(2025-02-21). The War on Science is a War on the Public. counterpunch.org 
Among the flurry of actions by the Trump administration, it could be easy to miss one that poses a grave danger to public health and our planet: a no-holds-barred attack on science. In a series of disturbing moves, the administration has censored scientific research, slashed resources for public health and the environment, and advanced fossil
(2025-02-21). The Deep State Wins Again. counterpunch.org 
"We're gonna win so much, you may even get tired of winning. And you'll say, 'Please, please. It's too much winning. We can't take it anymore. Mr. President, it's too much.'" —Donald Trump Almost one month into the Trump presidency, and the Constitution and the entire section on the various branches of government and how they
(2025-02-21). Incarnation In the Time of the Spectacle. counterpunch.org 
at the beginning, the theory of the society of the spectacle was an effort to understand the disembodiment of human sociality…. Bodies spoke a different language from that of their leaders. They were a reservoir of insubordination. — T. J. Clark, A Brief Guide to Trump and the Spectacle, London Review of Books 1/23/25 Little by little Tolstoy
(2025-02-21). Empowering Bias: Trump Truth vs. Science. counterpunch.org 
It is true that science is embedded within human culture and therefore will carry some expression of human bias. However, this bias has always been considered a kind of contamination—something that drags us away from, rather than nearer, to scientific truth. Biases have come in innumerable forms, most claiming themselves to be representative of "real"
(2025-02-21). The Great Trump Media Robbery. counterpunch.org 
After a month in which President Donald J. Trump allowed Elon Musk to launch a hostile takeover of the U.S. government, dispatched his talking dummy J.D. Vance to implore Europeans to embrace neo-Nazi political parties, cut off U.S. AID to those suffering from Alzheimer's and HIV, and sent his diplomatic eunuchs to Riyadh to pay
(2025-02-21). Over 400 cholera cases reported in southern Sudan city. newarab.com Sudanese health officials said on Thursday that over 400 The surge in cases was attributed to a "shortage of water due to power outages," the health ministry in White Nile state said in a statement. | On Sunday, eyewitnesses told AFP drones had struck the Um Dabakar power station which supplies the city, 275 kilometres (170 miles) south of the capital Khartoum. | "The station has stopped working," an engineer told AFP, w…
(2025-02-21). Reciprocal tariffs will undermine trade. ecns.cn Once the United States imposes its proposed "reciprocal tariffs", it will inevitably seriously undermine the multilateral trading system and affect the global supply chain, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2025-02-21). Int'l Atomic Energy Agency visits Japan for sample collecting. ecns.cn As part of additional measures under the framework of the International Atomic Energy Agency, officials from the agency and experts from third-party laboratories visited Japan from Wednesday to Friday to collect samples.
(2025-02-21). Deepseek sparks global AI collaboration. ecns.cn DeepSeek was a name that, until recently, was unknown even to the most avid followers of AI technology. It has rapidly become a household name, shocking the world with its powerful AI chatbot.
(2025-02-21). Insomnia, depression treatment a click away. ecns.cn A digital-based therapy using a mobile application with recording and analytic functions can relieve symptoms of insomnia and depression among people age 15 to 25.
(2025-02-21). (W.E. Talk) Expert: Four key priorities for Trump 2.0 administration ⚪ a new wave of global shocks. ecns.cn "The new Trump administration's four major priorities include large-scale deportation of illegal immigrants, imposing tariffs, reshaping the federal government, and pursuing regional expansionism in diplomacy," said Zhu Feng, dean of the School of International Studies of Nanjing University at the latest W.E. Talk.
(2025-02-21). 'Ne Zha 2' overseas box office exceeds 100 million yuan, sets new record. ecns.cn CMC Pictures announced Friday that the Chinese animation Ne Zha 2 has surpassed 100 million yuan (about $13.8 million) in overseas box office revenue.
(2025-02-21). Shanghai Pudong tests low-altitude passenger routes with Jiangsu. ecns.cn The whole trip took only 20 minutes, significantly cutting down the previous 1.5-hour road travel time of 1.5 hours by road, according to the "Pudong Fabu" WeChat account under the publicity department of Pudong New Area, Shanghai.
(2025-02-21). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Honghu lotus roots: 600 million 'Nezha' produced annually. ecns.cn Nezha, with spunky double buns and wind-fire wheels, has attracted over 200 million moviegoers. Just as Nezha's mentor Taiyi Zhenren sought premium materials to craft Nezha's body, audiences yearning for the true "Nezha-flavor" should head to Honghu in Hubei Province for its legendary lotus root!
(2025-02-21). Arab leaders meet to counter Trump's Gaza depopulation plan. presstv.ir Arab leaders have gathered in Saudi Arabia to discuss a reconstruction plan for Gaza aimed at countering President Donald Trump's scheme for US takeover of the strip and the forced displacement of its people.
(2025-02-21). Saudi Arabia to host key regional leaders for high-stakes talks on Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Saudi Arabia will host an informal summit on Friday, bringing together the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, Jordan, and Egypt for high-level discussions in Riyadh. According to the Saudi Press Agency (
(2025-02-21). Arab leaders gather in Saudi Arabia to hash out Gaza plan. newarab.com 
Arab leaders were gathering in Saudi Arabia on Friday to hammer out a recovery plan for Gaza aimed at countering President Trump's plan has united Arab states in opposition to it, but disagreements remain over who should govern the war-ravaged Palestinian territory and "We're at a very i…
(2025-02-21). N. Ireland first minister to boycott White House over Gaza plan. newarab.com Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle Political leaders from both Northern Ireland and the Republic of
(2025-02-21). Los aliados se rebelan. radiohc.cu El plan "inmobiliario" del presidente, Donald Trump, para tomar el control de Gaza y desplazar a su población a Egipto y Jordania, ha empujado a El Cairo a buscar alternativas para el futuro del enclave palestino, que eviten el reasentamiento por la fuerza de más de dos millones de personas en sus territorios.
(2025-02-21). Bangladesh: Training empowers staff, volunteers of Bangladesh Red Crescent to deliver humanitarian aid safely. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). IHL and humanitarian principles. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). ICRC president: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Joint statement of the ICRC, the International Federation and the Red Cross Society of the Democratic Republic of the Congo: One too many humanitarian crises in North and South Kivu. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Afghanistan: 2024 Operational facts and figures. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). DRC: ICRC helping to restore essential services in Goma. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Ethiopia: 2024 Facts & Figures. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-21). Philippines: Falling in love in… and for the Red Cross. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). South Sudan Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-21). South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in Renk town. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Environmental and social safeguard document: Emergency Support for Women and Affected Communities (ESWAC) in Sudan. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Advanced IHL Learning Series. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). Sri Lanka: The first National Conference for the Families of Missing Persons in Sri Lanka. icrc.org
(2025-02-21). OEWG: Statement on International Law. icrc.org Delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Advisor, at the 10th Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025, New York, 18 February 2025…
(2025-02-21). Nearly 200 migrants deported from US, all men, arrive in Venezuela. presstv.ir Two planes carrying Venezuelan migrants deported from the US landed at Venezuela's La Guaira airport.
(2025-02-21). Migrants from Guantanamo returned to Venezuela. plenglish.com Caracas, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) A new group of 177 migrants returned to Venezuela as part of the government program Plan Vuelta a la Patria (Return to the Homeland Plan), through which about 918,000 people have already returned since 2018, it transcended here today.
(2025-02-21). Trump deportation policy. presstv.ir Within a month of Trump's presidency, over 8,700 undocumented immigrants were deported as part of his border security measures.
(2025-02-21). Iran to conduct military exercises in Gulf of Oman. newarab.com Iran's military will conduct naval drills on Saturday in the Gulf of Oman and northern Indian Ocean, a commander told state television. | "The joint military exercise Zolfaghar 1403 will begin tomorrow (Saturday) on the Makran coast, the Sea of Oman and the northern Indian Ocean," Habibollah Sayyari, the Iranian army's deputy coordinator, said on Friday. | With United States President Donald Trump's return to the White House in January, Tehran has stepped up its
(2025-02-21). Russia warns of increased NATO threat to its ports. plenglish.com Moscow, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) The Deputy Secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, Grigori Molchanov, warned that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has increased the threat to his country's ports.
(2025-02-21). Friday 2/21: California 175 – Black History Month – 1854 Historic Negro Bar, Sacramento County. indybay.org Folsom Community Center | 52 Natoma St. | Folsom, CA…
(2025-02-21). Merri-bek Council takes down Palestine flag. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Qld Socialist Alliance launches federal campaign focused on justice for Palestine, housing, climate. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Occupied al-Qud archbishop: Palestine will never forget Nasrallah. presstv.ir Greek Orthodox Archbishop of occupied al-Quds, Atallah Hanna, has paid a glowing tribute to Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, saying the Palestinian people will always remain faithful to his sacrifices.
(2025-02-21). Students protest at UCLA against the suspension of two pro-Palestinian clubs. indybay.org On February 18, over 100 students protested the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) administration's February 12 decision to suspend two pro-Palestinian clubs from campus, the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) and Graduate Students for Justice in Palestine (GSJP).
(2025-02-21). Accident between truck and bus leaves 12 dead in Brazil. plenglish.com Brazil, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) At least 12 people were killed and 18 injured, in an accident that occurred last night between a truck and a bus carrying university students in the interior of the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo.
(2025-02-21). Cuba celebrates Latin Music Institute's 104th anniversary. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) Cuba will celebrate the 104th anniversary of the Latin Music Institute (ILM) on Friday. From its headquarters in Mexico, the ILM honors regional culture and its greatest exponents both in and outside Latin America..
(2025-02-21). Cuban FM says his nation is willing to boost cooperation with Laos. plenglish.com Vientiane, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla expressed to Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone in this capital on Friday his country's willingness to move forward in several areas of bilateral collaboration.
(2025-02-21). Brazilian President in Excellent Health, Medical Team Says. plenglish.com Brasilia, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has fully recovered from the head injury he suffered on December 9, Dr. Roberto Kalil, who is in charge of his care, told CNN Brasil.
(2025-02-21). Russia says Lowering Ukraine's age for conscription will prolong war. plenglish.com Moscow, Feb 21 (Prensa Latina) Lowering the age for conscription in Ukraine to 18 will only prolong the conflict and cause more casualties, said the first deputy chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, Sergei Rudskoi.
(2025-02-21). Uruguay develops a project for a photovoltaic power station. plenglish.com This program corresponds to the request for project classification and environmental feasibility of location, and was presented to the National Directorate of Quality and Environmental Assessment as part of the procedures to obtain the Prior Environmental Authorization (AAP) for the construction of the plant, which will have inverters, transformation centers and three substations. | The initiative was created at the proposal of HIF Global, the company that plans to install a green hydrogen and synthetic fuel plant in Paysandú (in the west of the country). The objective of the power station is to generate electri…
(2025-02-21). UJC de Cuba felicita a juventud de Zimbabwe por Día Nacional. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) La Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas de Cuba (UJC) envió hoy un saludo a la organización juvenil de la Unión Nacional Africana de Zimbabwe-Frente Patriótico (ZANU-PF) por el Día Nacional de la Juventud.
(2025-02-21). Celebran en Panamá XXV Encuentro Nacional de Solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) La capital de la provincia de Herrera acoge hoy el XXV Encuentro Nacional de Solidaridad con Cuba en Panamá con ejes centrales como la condena al bloqueo de Estados Unidos contra la isla.
(2025-02-21). Danza Contemporánea de Cuba estrena obra de coreógrafo italiano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) La compañía cubana Danza Contemporánea estrena hoy, a las 19: 00, hora local, la obra Purple Fools (Los tontos morados), del coreógrafo italiano Mauro de Candia, en la sala Avellaneda del capitalino Teatro Nacional.
(2025-02-21). Ministro de las FAR de Cuba asistirá a ceremonia militar en Nicaragua. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) El ministro de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Cuba, general de cuerpo de Ejército àÅlvaro López Miera, participará en la juramentación del general Julio César Avilés, como comandante en jefe del Ejército de Nicaragua, trascendió hoy.
(2025-02-21). Acciones de Trump contra Cuba generan condena de la comunidad internacional. radiohc.cu Las acciones de Donald Trump, desde que asumió la presidencia de Estados Unidos por segunda ocasión el pasado 20 de enero, han evidenciado su total desprecio por el resto del mundo y, en especial, por los pueblos latinoamericanos y palestino, los derechos humanos y la cooperación internacional.
(2025-02-21). Cuba celebra aniversario 104 del Instituto Latino de la Música. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) Cuba se une a las celebraciones hoy por el aniversario 104 del Instituto Latino de la Música (ILM), entidad que desde su sede en México distingue la cultura regional y sus mayores exponentes dentro y fuera de Latinoamérica.
(2025-02-21). Judocas cubanos hoy en Torneo de Retadores para Asunción 2025. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (ACN).- Andrés Taño González, comisionado nacional de judo, informó que las 28 principales figuras de la preselección juvenil de Cuba participarán hoy en el Torneo de Retadores, con la vista puesta en los Juegos Panamericanos Junior de Asunción 2025.
(2025-02-21). Alemania a las urnas. radiohc.cu Mientras la Unión Europea se debate en busca de una identidad tras los brutales ataques del presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, que le negó cualquier reconocimiento al bloque continental, Alemania se apresta a realizar cruciales elecciones legislativas.
(2025-02-21). Exigen cese de ocupación ilegal Base Naval de Guantánamo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) La Coordinadora Catalana de Solidaridad Defensem Cuba, reiteró su exigencia del cese inmediato de la ocupación ilegal de la Base Naval de Guantánamo por parte de Estados Unidos.
(2025-02-21). Fructíferas conversaciones entre cancilleres de Cuba y Laos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) El ministro cubano de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, calificó de fructíferas las conversaciones sostenidas hoy con su homólogo Thongsavanah Phomvihane en el segundo y último día de su visita oficial a Laos.
(2025-02-21). Cuba dispuesta a avanzar en colaboración con Laos, sostiene Canciller. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) El canciller cubano, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, manifestó hoy al primer ministro de Laos, Sonexay Siphandone, la disposición de su país en avanzar en distintas áreas en la colaboración bilateral.
(2025-02-21). Cuba cae por amplio margen ante Bahamas en clasificatorio a FIBA AmeriCup. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC).- La selección masculina cubana de baloncesto no pudo imponerse a la de Bahamas y tiene muy comprometida su clasificación al torneo continental de FIBA AmeriCup de agosto en Nicaragua.
(2025-02-21). Lula participa en celebraciones por 45 años del PT-Brasil. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 feb (RHC) El presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva participará hoy y mañana en actos políticos y festejos por el aniversario 45 del Partido de los Trabajadores (PT) de Brasil, en el estado de Río de Janeiro.
(2025-02-21). Is Bretton Woods over? Are Russia and the US ushering in a Golden Age? thesiriusrepo 
Ken and Paul assess recent developments between the US and Russia and whether this can realistically be seen as a watershed moment in 21st century history.
(2025-02-21). Eyewitness video shows moment of plane crash in Kazakhstan. presstv.ir A passenger plane flying from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.
(2025-02-21). Estonia's tech investors take defence into their own hands as Russian threat looms. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Trump tells Zelensky to secure peace with Russia or risk losing Ukraine. presstv.ir Trump has warned Zelensky to quickly secure a peace deal with Russia or risk losing his country Ukraine.
(2025-02-21). Sarah Hathway to run for Socialist Alliance in Corio. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Socialist Alliance announces candidates for Sydney, NSW Senate. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Socialist Alliance to contest Fremantle, WA Senate on 'People before Profit' platform. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). "Why doesn't Kizza Besigye just EAT?" independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | Olivia Nalubwama | You cannot miss it. The hauntingly sunken face of Kizza Besigye. Winnie Byanyima, Besigye's wife, told AFP that Besigye went on a hunger strike on February 10 protesting his continued illegal detention. His detractors, still harping on about the performative antics of activism, claim that Besigye's frail state is self-inflicted. Mockingly, …
(2025-02-21). Time for a General Strike to Stop Firings & Privatization of Public Jobs by Musk & Trump. indybay.org The Trump Musk massive illegal layoffs are part of a fascist plant to privatize all public jobs and destroy the unions in the US. He layoff of 200,000 Federal workers and the implementation of Project 2025 must be stopped by a general strike and the formation of a mass democratic labor party.
(2025-02-21). French PM under growing pressure over Catholic school abuse claims. scmp.com Bayrou faced accusations that he knew of widespread physical and sexual abuse at a Catholic boarding school that his children attended.
(2025-02-21). Pope Francis still fighting pneumonia after a week in hospital. scmp.com The 88-year-old pontiff was being treated at Rome's Gemelli hospital, where he was admitted on February 14.
(2025-02-21). Opinion: Negotiating With the Devil. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-21). Europe can afford to defend itself without US but needs more coordination: study. scmp.com Europe needs to spend around €250 billion (US$261.6 billion) annually in defence investments to secure itself without US support.
(2025-02-21). IDF Identifies 3 Slain Hostages; Fourth Body Fails To Match Shiri Bibas. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-21). President Trump and the Gulf. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-21). SATIRE: Exhausted Friends Slowly Realize They Were Playing Board Game Wrong Entire 6 Hours. theonion.com MILWAUKEE—Growing more despondent as each turn brought them no closer to a conclusion, an exhausted group of friends was reportedly coming to the realization Friday that they had been playing the board game Wingspan incorrectly for the past six hours. "Wait, were we supposed to have set up these goal tiles earlier?" said Elliott Barnes, 31, grabbing …
(2025-02-21). More than 260 Rohingya refugees arrive in Indonesia. presstv.ir More than 260 Rohingya refugees have arrived in Indonesia's westernmost province of Aceh after floating at sea for days.
(2025-02-21). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-02-21). Aerial shots of damage caused by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California. presstv.ir Aerial shots show the destruction of a wide range of houses by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California.
(2025-02-21). 'Un-American,' 'Help people already here'- birthright citizenship debate divides NY. presstv.ir With the new administration of Trump rolling out immediate policy pushes on immigration, reaction on the street ran the gamut from horror to firm support.
(2025-02-21). Trump contributes $613B to Musk's companies. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — The US President Donald Trump contributed with approximately $613 billion to Elon Musk's companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, xAI, and X.Trump supports Musk's companies: Since US President Donald Trump began his presidency, Musk's companies have seen significant growth. Trump has contributed approximately $613 billion to Musk's companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, xAI, and X. | Notably, Tesla's shares experienced a significant increase following Trump's inauguration, and then SpaceX was named the world's most valuable tech startup. Additionally, xAI doubled in value. | Currently, the X socia…
(2025-02-21). Cemre Baysel faces harassment on 'Leyla' set; one suspect caught. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Cemre Baysel faced a frightening harassment incident while filming "Leyla."There is shocking information from behind the scenes of the series "Leyla: Life… Love… Justice," in which Cemre Baysel was exposed to a terrible circumstance during production. This occurred when she observed two people watching her from the window when she was resting in her trailer.As soon as she became aware of the scenario, she promptly contacted the security personnel on the set, expressing her displeasure with the circumstance in which she felt insecure.Cemre Baysel, dizi àßekimleri sƒ±rasƒ&plusm…
(2025-02-21). Canada will soon become the 51st U.S. State: Trump. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again suggested that Canada could become the 51st state, stating it could happen "perhaps soon." His remarks, which he has reiterated multiple times, reflect his apparent interest in annexing America's northern neighbor, which is larger than the U.S. in land area.Trump has previously proposed erasing the 5,525-mile-long border between the two countries, arguing it would eliminate the need for tariffs on one of America's top trading partners."If people wanted to play the game right, it would be 100% certain that they'd become a state," he said recently.Initiall…
(2025-02-21). Teenage boy stabs two women to death in Czech Republic. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Police in the Czech Republic confirmed that a stabbing attack took place inside a shop when a 16-year-old boy killed two women on Thursday morning.According to the police in the country, the motive behind the knife attack is unknown till this moment and an investigation is still underway.Local media reported that the teenager, who is a Czech national, was arrested by the police, minutes after committing his crime in a shopping area on the outskirts of Hradec Kralove, around 100 kilometres from the capital, Prague.In detail, authorities revealed that the women killed in the knife attack were a shop assi…
(2025-02-21). Is the Vatican preparing for Pope Francis' funeral? Concerns rise amid pneumonia diagnosis. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The Vatican is allegedly preparing Pope Francis' funeral after the 88-year-old prominent figure was hospitalized on Friday due to suffering from severe pneumonia in both lungs, according to The Daily Mail. The leader of the Roman Catholic Church was rushed to Rome's Gemelli Hospital after enduring recommendations to leave the Vatican. Doctors diagnosed the Pope with a "complex" respiratory infection and halted several of his upcoming engagements. 88-year-old Pope Francis who still remains hospitalized, recently revealed that he has already "prepared his tomb" but didn't disclose its exact location beca…
(2025-02-21). PDI-P's Megawati orders party leaders to withdraw from Prabowo's retreat after her close aide's corruption arrest. channelnewsasia.com On Thursday (Feb 20), Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) formally arrested PDI-P Secretary-General Hasto Kristiyanto – who is also Megawati's close aide – charging him with bribing an election official and obstructing justice.
(2025-02-21). Upcoming leadership changes in Malaysia's judiciary stir concerns of political intervention. channelnewsasia.com Several judges of the Federal Court, Malaysia's highest judicial body, are due to retire and the legal fraternity is concerned senior judges may be bypassed in favour of politically linked candidates for new appointments.
(2025-02-21). Analysis:BOJ isn't fretting much about rising bond yields – for now. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Analysis:Politician-linked meme coins backfire after Libra scandal. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). BOJ could raise interest rates in March, says ex-policymaker Shirai. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). BYD's Fangchengbao launches plug-in hybrid with advanced autonomous driving features. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Who is Singaporean biotech tycoon Huang Zhenhua, whose assets have been frozen over US$830m suit by Novo Nordisk. channelnewsasia.com Among the assets frozen include a DBS bank account under KBP Biosciences that held US$218 million as of Dec 31, 2023, and a US$7 million house in Sennett Estate.
(2025-02-21). Italy regulator probes Stellantis, VW, Tesla and BYD over EV consumer information. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Philippine central bank cuts banks' reserve requirements, effective from late March. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Yeji of K-pop girl group Itzy is Roger Vivier's latest brand ambassador. channelnewsasia.com Look out for upcoming projects and exclusive collaborations between Roger Vivier and Yeji in the near future.
(2025-02-21). Second edition of Career Forward event to be held on Mar 8 and Mar 9. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). A-Level results: 94.2% score at least 3 H2 passes. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Man who verbally abused ICA officers, used another person's passport gets jail and fine. channelnewsasia.com El Sayed Aladdin became verbally abusive after ICA officers at Changi Airport found several prohibited items in his baggage, including knuckle dusters and flick knives.
(2025-02-21). S$300m set aside for SG Culture Pass as authorities aim to make local arts, heritage more accessible. channelnewsasia.com S$100 will be given out via the pass to encourage Singaporeans to attend arts and heritage activities.
(2025-02-21). Juventus defender Veiga sidelined due to leg injury. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). One of my most satisfying innings, India's Gill says after match-winning century. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Rugby league-V'landys says cash-rich Australia would consider Super League takeover. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-21). Antisemitism is real. We don't need to invent shit. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Busselton comes out for trans youth. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). The Cairo Takeaway stunt that backfired. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Campaigning for justice for TJ Hickey, 21 years on. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). City of Sydney adopts boycott and divestment motion. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). ETU rail workers rally over pay, safety claims. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Hundreds demand Hall Park be protected from commercialisation. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Independent reports recommend retrofitting public housing towers. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Lattouf case challenges efforts to kill the truth. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Lidia Thorpe says Closing the Gap strategy is 'collapsing'. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Photos: Remembering TJ Hickey. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Women call for peace with justice. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Why we must disrupt Burrup Hub | Green Left Show #50. greenleft.org.au
(2025-02-21). Exclusive: Iraq braces for US sanctions over Iran militia links. newarab.com
(2025-02-21). Q&A: What to expect at Hassan Nasrallah's funeral on Sunday. newarab.com 
(2025-02-21). Saudi Arabia unveils new official Riyal symbol. newarab.com
(2025-02-21). Sudan constitutional changes seek to cement army control. newarab.com 
Sudan's government has made changes to the country's transitional constitution to cement the army's control, removing references to civilians and the rival Rapid Support Forces (RSF), two government sources said. | The changes, agreed late on Wednesday, represent the first comprehensive changes to Sudan's constitutional document since war broke out in April 2023, and come after army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan said he was readying a wartime cabinet. | They also come as the
(2025-02-21). Turkey execs hit with travel ban after govt criticism. newarab.com 
Two top Turkish business lobby executives were barred from travelling abroad after being questioned for hours by a judge over remarks criticising the justice system, state media reported Thursday. | Orhan Turan, who heads the influential TUSIAD business and industry association, was taken to court by police several hours after Istanbul's chief prosecutor said he was being investigated for "seeking to influence a fair trial" and…
(2025-02-21). Centenary Bank to host the 17th GABV Annual General Meeting. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Bank, Uganda's leading microfinance institution, has today announced that it will host this year's edition of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV) Annual General Meeting. The event, which will be held at the prestigious Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala will run from the 10th to the …
(2025-02-21). How Watu is unlocking economic growth and green mobility. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Musa Lukwago, a resident of Kyengera on the outskirts of Kampala, started his delivery business in 2016. For a while, business was good—until he began receiving orders that required him to have a reliable means of transport. Determined to meet customer demand, Musa set out to buy a motorcycle. …
(2025-02-21). Besigye Charged with Treason, Remanded. plusnews.ug 
The Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court has remanded Retired Col Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Obeid Lutaale Kamulegeya and Captain Denis Oola on charges of treason and misprison of treason. Prosecutors allege that the charges were committed in various countries including Switzerland, Greece, Kenya and Uganda where they reportedly made meetings and a plot to …
(2025-02-21). Appel à la France : défendre les libertés civiles en rejoignant l'action devant la Cour de justice de l'Union européenne contre la loi hongroise sur la souveraineté. fidh.org
(2025-02-21). SATIRE: Dad Spends Daughter's Wedding Day Thinking About History Of Oil. theonion.com MOUNT CLEMENS, MI—With guests congratulating him and his family as his mind drifted back from the very beginnings of ancient organic matter becoming trapped beneath the Earth's surface, local dad Brendan Canfield reportedly spent his daughter Ellie's wedding Friday thinking about the history of oil. According to sources, the father walked the bride down the …
(2025-02-21). Bahrain: Joint letter to the European Union calling for the release of Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja and Mohammed Habib Al-Muqdad. fidh.org
(2025-02-21). DRC: Open letter to the African Union on the occasion of its 38th summit. fidh.org
(2025-02-21). Massive Green Battery Plant Catches On Fire Again Weeks After Major Toxic Blaze. wattsupwiththat.com
(2025-02-21). Wrong, Politico, Climate Change Does Not Threaten the EU's Survival, But Climate Policy Does. wattsupwiththat.com It's shameful that Politico and the German government are downplaying the harm that the unnecessary, unjustified, climate policies which they have supported have had on Europeans. Extreme weather is not getting worse, but the impacts of government overreach and taxation in the name of climate change are.
(2025-02-21). Iran, Azerbaijan stress opposition to foreign forces in South Caucasus. presstv.ir Iran and Azerbaijan have expressed their opposition to any foreign intervention in South Caucasus, saying it would only escalate tensions in the region.
(2025-02-21). Greek PM: Europe should 'wake up,' reduce reliance on US. presstv.ir Greece has suggested that Europe must set up a defense policy and develop an intrinsic deterrent power to reduce reliance on the United States.
(2025-02-21). Multiple bus explosions rock Tel Aviv, instilling fear in settlers and bringing city to halt. presstv.ir Multiple bus explosions have rocked the town of Bat Yam near Tel Aviv, instilling fear in settlers and bringing the city to a halt.
(2025-02-21). STOP the Layoffs! Fed Workers Rally Against Musk & Trump & Speak Out at SF Tesla. indybay.org Hundreds of trade unionists, workers and community members rallied at the San Francisco Tesla dealership on a national day of action on February 19, 2025…
(2025-02-21). The Class War: A Vet Speaks Out at SF Tesla with Federal Workers about Musk, DOGE & Trump. indybay.org The class war on federal workers and veterans was the focus of a presentation by veteran Ricardo Ortiz who spoke at a rally at San Francisco Tesla on February 19, 2025. He talked about the Musk DOGE Trump wrecking operation at the Veterans Administration and the fascist agenda to privatize the entire government.
(2025-02-21). Protests erupt in India following website ban over Modi-Trump cartoon. indybay.org The cartoon depicts Donald Trump sitting next to the Indian PM in chains during his recent visit to the US, in reference to hundreds of Indian deportees arriving home in the similar manner.
(2025-02-21). Gavin Newsom's Delta Tunnel Project Receives Incidental Take Permit. indybay.org "Diverting the Sacramento River around the Delta is an obsolete idea," said Bill Wells, Executive Director of the California Delta Chambers & Visitor's Bureau.
(2025-02-21). Sunday 2/23: Outreach Against Perdue In San Jose. indybay.org Sidewalk at 7290 Bollinger Rd, San Jose, CA 95129…
(2025-02-21). Saturday 3/1: Protest – Trump Must Go! indybay.org 24th Street and Mission Street, San Francisco…
(2025-02-21). Federal Workers on Earth to Musk, Save Our Services. indybay.org Federal employees along with ordinary citizens rallied and protested at the now-infamous Tesla showroom here on February 19 to express their solidarity to stop Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team from gutting federal services through mass layoffs. The nationwide call to action "SOS -Save Our Services day of action!" rallied in defiance to Elon and his minions by demanding that there are "NO cuts to vital services, NO mass layoffs: respect union workers' contracts" and to "END the funding freeze."
(2025-02-21). Sunday 3/2: Home Destroyer HD Hyundai Workshop. indybay.org Online | bit.ly/Mar2Hyundai…
(2025-02-21). Thursday 2/27: Webinar: Organizing Strategies to Resist Trump's Attacks. indybay.org Online | uscpr.org/masscall…
(2025-02-21). EcoWaste Coalition: Remove from the Shelves Hair Dyes with Banned Sodium Perborate. pressenza.com 
21 February 2025, Quezon City. Despite the ban, some hair dye products with sodium perborate, a compound that is classified as a "carcinogenic, mutagenic and reprotoxic (CMR) chemical," can still be found on store shelves. | As reported by the EcoWaste Coalition to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last Monday, locally-manufactured powder hair dyes containing sodium perborate as declared on the packaging are still being offered for sale in well-established chain stores in Makati, Manila, and Parañaque Cities, which the group recently visited. | Further investigation by the group found the non-compliant produ…