(2025-02-24). German conservatives win election but far-right AfD surges, exit polls show. scmp.com Conservatives' Friedrich Merz on track to be next chancellor while far-right AfD in second place, its best result, exit polls indicate.
(2025-02-24). Trump administration firing 2,000 USAID workers and putting thousands of others on leave. scmp.com Move escalates government assault on agency that has closed its Washington headquarters, shut down thousands of US aid programmes worldwide.
(2025-02-24). A sea of people converge in Beirut for funeral of martyred Hezbollah leaders. presstv.ir Huge crowds of people are heading to the Lebanese capital Beirut to participate in the funeral ceremony for fallen resistance leaders Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine.
(2025-02-24). US and Russia To Hold More Talks This Week on Improving Ties. news.antiwar.com Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said Sunday that US and Russian officials will hold another round of talks on improving relations sometime over the next week. "We are open to contacts with the American side, in particular, to address the irritants in bilateral relations. We expect real progress when the meeting scheduled for the …
(2025-02-24). On day of great farewell, resistance more determined to continue Nasrsallah's path: Hamas. presstv.ir Hamas says the Israel's "cowardly assassination" of Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah has strengthened the resistance determination to continue his path.
(2025-02-24). Syrians call for liberation of Golan Heights, resisting further Israeli land grabs. presstv.ir Syrians in the southwestern province of Quneitra have called for the liberation of the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.
(2025-02-24). US rallies support against European-led Ukraine resolution at UN. geo.tv 
Republican presidential nominee and US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky meet at Trump Tower in New York City, US, September 27, 2024. — ReutersUNGA to vote on two draft resolutions on Ukraine.Rival texts pit US against Ukraine and European allies.UN…
(2025-02-24). CAIR Responds to Elon Musk's Defamation of American Muslim, Arab-American Groups as 'Terrorist Organizations'. fightbackbetter.com Editor's Note: One thing I notice about Musk, Trump, other officials and the followers is the propensity to manufacture unadulterated…
(2025-02-24). Criticism of Israel and of genocide is not antisemitic. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-24). DR Congo rebels ready for ceasefire — spokesman. 
The M23 militants have said they are committed to talks with the African nation's authorities to end the crisis | The Democratic Republic of the Congo rebel coalition Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC), which includes M23 militants, is prepared to engage in talks with the government to immediately end fighting in the country's east, a spokesperson for the group has stated. | Thousands of people, including children and international peacekeepers, have been killed in the Central African nation since clashes broke out between the rebels and Congolese forces at the beginning of the year, according to the UN. | On Saturda…
(2025-02-24). Hamas Halts Gaza Ceasefire Talks Until Israel Releases 620 Prisoners. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Hamas has suspended ceasefire negotiations with Israel through mediators, insisting that further discussions are contingent on Israel's release of 620 Palestinian prisoners, a condition previously agreed upon, a senior Hamas official said on Sunday.
(2025-02-24). 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…
(2025-02-24). Upholding the ceasefire in Gaza is an imperative for preserving human life and dignity. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). EU: No 'Business as Usual' at Association Council with Israel. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, speaking in Brussels, Belgium, December 16, 2024. | © 2024 European Union | (Brussels) — European Union High Representative Kaja Kallas and EU foreign ministers should unequivocally condemn Israel's atrocity crimes and other serious violations of international law during the EU-Israel Association Council meeting with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar on February 24, 2025, Human Rights Watch said today. Kallas and EU foreign ministers should signal an end to the bloc's reluctance to acknowl…
(2025-02-24). Mass Protests in Greece Over State Response to Fatal Train Crash. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Flowers and the names of the victims of the Tempi train accident are displayed during a sit-in protest organized by the Association of Relatives of the Tempi Victims in Athens, Greece, January 26, 2025. | © 2025 Giorgos Arapekos/NurPhoto via AP Photo…
(2025-02-24). Saudi Arabia: Egyptian at Risk of Forced Return. hrw.org (Beirut) — Saudi authorities should not extradite an Egyptian citizen to Egypt, where he is at serious risk of arbitrary detention and torture, Human Rights Watch said today.Saudi authorities arbitrarily detained Ahmed Kamel at a police station in Jeddah on November 13, 2024, in relation to an alleged extradition request reportedly issued by Egypt. On December 10, 2021, an Egyptian criminal court had sentenced Kamel to life in prison in absentia based on charges related to his peaceful participation in anti-government protests in 2014. On December 12, 2024, his family said Saudi police told Kamel that he ha…
(2025-02-24). NSW Labor uses antisemitic attacks to justify curbing protest rights. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). 'War Criminal Netanyahu' backstage, bodies of 4 Israeli captives returned. ummid.com With a banner written with 'War Criminal Netanyahu Killed Them' backstage, Palestinian Resistance fighters Thursday February 20, 2025 handed over the dead bodies of four Israeli captives, including Bibas children, to Red Cross.
(2025-02-24). CPJ, 102 partners call for continued human rights scrutiny of South Sudan. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2025-02-24). U.S. backs Gaza cease-fire extension as Netanyahu looks for more fronts to set ablaze. haaretz.com U.S. Mideast Envoy Steve Witkoff is expected in the region later this week to discuss extending the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas ‚ñ Following combative statements on Lebanon and the West Bank, Netanyahu introduced a new threat — this time from Syria…
(2025-02-24). UGC NET December 2024 Result Out: Key Highlights. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the result of the UGC NET December 2024 exam Saturday.
(2025-02-24). This is NOT Neural Network. smoothiex12.blogspot.com This is, indeed, the way civilians in Kharkov react to Russian drones. They wave and go about their business. Here is full video. This video speaks volumes about WHY Russian Army fights Special Military OPERATION instead of war, while cowards from NATO (VSU is NATO force) hide behind the backs of civilians.
(2025-02-24). Matthew Karp: Trump Redux. newleftreview.org As Biden departs the White House, with the Middle East in flames, Europe at war and an arms race stoked in the West Pacific, an analysis of why working-class Democrat voters stayed home in November 2024.
en.irna.ir (2025-02-23). &nsbp; Hundreds of thousands pay respects to Nasrallah and Safieddine in historic funeral
&nsbp; &nsbp;Hundreds of thousands of people have attended a historic funeral in the Lebanese capital for Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah's long-serving leader, and his successor, Sayyed Hashem Safieddine. | | People from various regions of Lebanon and around the world converged in Beirut on Sunday to attend the funeral prayers and bid farewell to the two resistance leaders.
(2025-02-24). Iran's Araqchi in Switzerland for UN Meetings. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has traveled to Geneva to take part in the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council and the 2025 session of the Conference on Disarmament.
(2025-02-24). Netanyahu aims to release all hostages in one single stage, but Hamas is unlikely to agree. haaretz.com Netanyahu hopes that with U.S. pressure, Hamas will release all remaining hostages in exchange for prisoners. However, the the organization intends to hold on to IDF soldiers until Israel agrees to release the most heavy-duty Palestinian prisoners…
(2025-02-24). George Mason University president dodges and distorts at student town hall after crackdown on anti-genocide protesters. wsws.org President Washington addressed his audience with barely disguised contempt throughout the in-person public meeting as he was questioned again and again about his perceived indifference to their well-being and democratic rights.
(2025-02-24). Trump reveals how he wants to be remembered. 
The US president says he would prefer to leave a legacy as a "peacemaker," rather than a "conqueror" | US President Donald Trump has said he wants to be remembered by history as a "peacemaker," and reiterated his commitment to ending military conflicts, particularly the Ukraine crisis. | He made the remarks to a large crowd at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on Saturday, which had gathered to commemorate his first month in office. Trump has repeatedly expressed his intent to swiftly end the Ukraine conflict, arguing that he has "the power to end this war" in order "to save lives." | "It's m…
(2025-02-24). Why the Reserve Bank's interest rate cut won't solve cost-of-living crisis. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Reject the sellout contract on the East and Gulf Coast docks! Build a rank-and-file committee of dockworkers to oppose the ILA-company-Trump conspiracy! wsws.org Worked out with the collaboration of the would-be dictator Donald Trump, it is part of a massive assault on the democratic and social rights of workers across the country.
(2025-02-24). The genocide and lessons from the first Nakba — a Gazan perspective. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Germany's Merz calls for 'independence' from US as conservatives win vote. aljazeera.com Hard-right Alternative for Germany comes second in parliamentary elections, doubling vote share from 2021.
(2025-02-24). Australia: False bipartisan Medicare promises underscore political crisis. wsws.org Similar pledges, to "save Medicare," have been made in every election for decades, only to be broken by Labor and Coalition government alike once the polls closed.
(2025-02-23). U.S.' restrictive trade moves to be self-harming. ecns.cn China has called on the United States to adhere to international rules and end misguided policies, warning that it will take necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate rights, the Ministry of Commerce said on Sunday.
(2025-02-24). China's position on Ukraine crisis hailed. ecns.cn As global efforts to negotiate a settlement on the Ukraine crisis gain momentum, experts commend China's persistent peace efforts as a responsible major country, underscoring the need for patience and the inclusion of all parties' concerns in the peace talks.
(2025-02-24). After three years of Ukraine crisis, five key impacts worth noting: scholar. ecns.cn The Ukraine Crisis has brought five key impacts to the world and is reshaping global patterns during the past three years, said Zhang Hong, researcher at the Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, in an interview with China News Network.
(2025-02-24). Activists in Mexico rally against incoming Trump's anti-immigration policies. presstv.ir Migrant rights groups in Mexico demonstrated against the proposed anti-immigration measures of US President-elect Donald Trump.
(2025-02-24). 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.
(2025-02-24). Israeli military prepares for 'extended' West Bank stay as 40,000 Palestinians displaced. presstv.ir Israeli war minister has ordered the army to stay in the occupied West Bank refugee camps for the next year.
(2025-02-24). Democrats Irritated by Voters Who Elected Them Need an Attitude Adjustment. indybay.org When constituents are annoying…
(2025-02-24). Bibas family invites supporters to Gaza hostages' funeral procession. scmp.com The remains of the Bibas family were among the first to be returned under the Israel-Hamas truce deal last week.
(2025-02-24). Israel sends tanks into West Bank for first time in decades. scmp.com Palestinian authority criticises 'dangerous escalation' as Israel ramps up West Bank offensive.
(2025-02-24). Iran Raps Israeli Impudence during Funeral of Nasrallah. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Minister denounced the Israeli regime's move to fly fighter jets over Beirut during the funeral of late leaders of Hezbollah, Seyed Hassan Nasrallah and Seyed Hashem Safieddine.
(2025-02-24). Hamas condemns escalation as Israel deploys tanks into West Bank for first time in decades. presstv.ir Hamas condemns Israel's decision to expand its military aggression in the West Bank, as the regime's army deployed tanks in the occupied territory.
(2025-02-24). IRGC: Nasrallah funeral 'global resonance of resistance'; Hezbollah resolute to dismantle Israel. presstv.ir Iran's IRGC says heroic Hezbollah and triumphant resistance will thrive to end the occupation of Muslims' territories.
(2025-02-24). Israeli jets flyby over Nasrallah funeral 'act of terror': Iran FM. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi denounces Israeli jets low flyby over a Lebanese stadium, where a funeral ceremony for martyred Hezbollah leaders was taking place, as an "act of terror" meant to terrify mourners.
(2025-02-24). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates release of three hostages and 174 detainees. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). ICRC facilitates safe transfer of three hostages and 343 detainees, and calls for dignified conditions in ongoing release operations. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC urges dignity and privacy ahead of next release operation. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). Hostages' families share loved ones' stories amid return: 'emotional and physical scars'. haaretz.com Omer Wenkert's parents say he lost around 65 pounds, Hisham al-Sayed 'cannot speak'. In a joint press conference Sunday, the hostages' families shared the horrors their loves ones went through and called for the return of all remaining hostages…
(2025-02-24). Israel's High court gives government three more months to submit view on Oct. 7 inquiry. haaretz.com The court's decision postpones the government's deadline for holding discussions on the establishment of a state commission of inquiry into the events of October 7, 2023. The court already decreed that the decision to establish such a committee is in the hands of the coalition alone…
(2025-02-24). Thousands rally in New York urging second stage of hostage deal. haaretz.com Held in New York City's Central Park, the rally was attended by families of hostages, members of Congress, municipal councilors and Jewish community leaders as well as a blend of American Jews from the New York area and a significant number of Israelis…
(2025-02-24). Iran condemns 'vicious act of Israeli terrorism against civilians'. presstv.ir Iran has strongly condemned Israel's terrorism against civilians after its warplanes flew over an area where the funeral of former Hezbollah chiefs was being held.
(2025-02-24). Trump wants US to 'partner' with Russia to weaken China: Divide-and-conquer strategy. geopoliticaleconomy.com 
The US government's talks with Russia are more about China than Ukraine. Donald Trump admitted he wants to "un-unite" Russia and China, in a reverse of the divide-and-conquer strategy used by Nixon and Kissinger in the 1970s.
(2025-02-24). 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…
(2025-02-24). New French Nuclear Fusion Record — 22 Minutes. wattsupwiththat.com No doubt nuclear fusion is just 20 years away, just like last time…
(2025-02-24). Trump administration moves to fire or put on leave nearly all USAID workers. aljazeera.com Humanitarian assistance experts have warned agency's demise will harm vulnerable people and weaken US soft power.
(2025-02-24). Trump administration eliminating 1,600 USAID jobs. geo.tv 
An American flag and USAID flag fly outside the USAID building in Washington, DC, US, February 1, 2025. — ReutersTrump begins to fire some 1,600 USAID workers in US.Judge cleared way to put thousands of USAID workers on leave.USAID a critical tool for "soft power" for winning…
(2025-02-24). 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.
(2025-02-24). 'We remain true to our pledge': President Pezeshkian pays tribute to Hezbollah heroes. presstv.ir Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has paid tribute to Hezbollah leaders Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine as heroes who remained loyal to their oath.
(2025-02-24). Hezbollah to continue on Nasrallah's path: Sheikh Qassem. presstv.ir Sheikh Naim Qassem has pledged that Heazbollah will remain steadfast and continue on martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah's path.
(2025-02-24). Lebanese president reaffirms support for Palestine as he meets Iranian officials. presstv.ir The Lebanese president and a high-ranking Iranian delegation meet on the sidelines of the funeral procession for Hezbollah leaders.
(2025-02-24). Australia: Messages of support for campaign against Zionist witch hunt of Randa Abdel-Fattah. wsws.org This is a test case for the defence of all those, including academics, journalists, students and workers, being slandered and vilified as antisemitic for opposing the ongoing Zionist atrocities throughout Palestine.
(2025-02-24). Christian Zionism: A Double-Edged Sword. ummid.com Christian Zionism is a double-edged sword and has become a significant force in shaping Western attitudes toward Islam and Muslims.
(2025-02-24). 'Bad day for enemies of resistance': Netizens laud unity, resilience at Nasrallah's funeral. presstv.ir Tributes continue to pour in for martyred Hezbollah leaders, revered for their indomitable struggle to liberate al-Quds from the settler-colonial Zionist regime.
(2025-02-24). Glimpses of the CADTM South Asia meeting in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 29 January to 2 February 2025. cadtm.org
(2025-02-24). The policies of Sri Lanka's new government: a historic opportunity lost. cadtm.org
(2025-02-24). 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. | – | / |
(2025-02-24). Germany: drained of power; der Kraft beraubt. cadtm.org Germany holds a snap election on Sunday and the current coalition government of Social Democrats (SPD), Greens and the Free Democrats (FDP) is heading for a heavy defeat. The main opposition conservative Christian Democrat-Christian Social Union alliance is polling about 30% in voting intentions, while the SPD is down to 16% (from 26% last time) and the Greens at 13% (from 15%), with the FDP likely unable to muster even the 5% share required to get seats in the Bundestag (parliament). (…) | – | / |
(2025-02-24). Trump's tariff tantrums. cadtm.org
(2025-02-24). Sri Lanka : IMF's iron clasp, a maiden Budget and protecting the poor. cadtm.org
(2025-02-24). U.S. rulers versus South African rulers — versus both their peoples and ecologies. cadtm.org
(2025-02-24). A great text by Nadia Valavani* on the first Tsipras government. cadtm.org
(2025-02-24). Trump the "peacemaker" like Hitler the "chancellor of peace"! cadtm.org
(2025-02-24). IRGC chief: Nasrallah decisive figure in regional equations with global dimensions. presstv.ir The IRGC chief commander says Nasrallah had attained a determining personality in regional equations with global dimensions.
(2025-02-24). Bangladesh journalists face threats from attacks, investigations, and looming cyber laws. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
(2025-02-24). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events — day 1,096. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,096th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
(2025-02-24). Russia-Ukraine war: Three years of fighting in satellite images. aljazeera.com Using before and after satellite imagery, Al Jazeera documents the destruction across Ukraine since the war began.
(2025-02-24). Video: Zelenskyy offers to swap presidency for Ukraine NATO membership. aljazeera.com Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy offered to leave office in exchange for Ukrainian membership of NATO.
(2025-02-24). Launched: 'US/NATO Out of Our Americas Network'. orinocotribune.com The Next Phase of the Struggle for a Zone of Peace in Our Americas: Mass-Based 'US/NATO Out of Our Americas Network' Launches. | The Zone of Peace Campaign has announced the official launch of the US/NATO Out of Our Americas Network. Member organizations involved with the campaign and which form the Zone of Peace Campaign's Popular Steering Committee, include Alliance for Global Justice, Friends of the ATC (Nicaragua), Assembly of Caribbean Peoples, Black Alliance for Peace, Caribbean Movement for Peace and Integration, Diaspora Pa'lante Collective (US/Puerto Rico), MOLEGHAF (Haiti), Movimiento Evita (Argentina),…
(2025-02-24). Police in Berlin break up protests in front of far-right AfD's headquarters. scmp.com Protest came as the AfD made historic gains in the German parliamentary election on Sunday.
(2025-02-24). Trump's realpolitik: Breaking old alliances, forging new deals. 
Why the US is turning its back on Western Europe and looking to Russia | A year ago, if someone had told me that the United States would pressure Ukraine into paying reparations, demand that Russia no longer be called an 'aggressor', float the idea of annexing Canada, and chide Western Europe for its lack of democracy — I would have laughed it off. Yet here we are, in February 2025, and what once seemed absurd has become reality. | It is no exaggeration to say that we are witnessing perhaps the most dramatic shift in US foreign policy since the early 20th century. Over a century ago, America entered World…
(2025-02-23). Research breakthrough in China's quantum direct communication marks potential transition from theory to real-life implication. ecns.cn Chinese researchers proposed a one-way quasi-QSDC (quantum secure direct communication) protocol with single photons and successfully developed a functional system, marking a transition of QSDC from theoretical research to real-world implementation.
(2025-02-23). New productive forces in agriculture highlighted. ecns.cn The central government has unveiled a policy blueprint calling for the development of new productive forces in the agricultural sector, a concept that includes accelerating breakthroughs in key technologies and fostering leading enterprises in agricultural science and technology.
(2025-02-23). Record-breaking 'Ne Zha 2' screened over 800 times across Hong Kong. ecns.cn Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" hit Hong Kong screens on Saturday in a much-anticipated general release, after smashing box office records on the Chinese mainland and becoming the highest-grossing animated movie of all time globally."ÄÄ…
(2025-02-24). China's commercial property needs more than DeepSeek boost to recover. scmp.com While the AI start-up's success has prompted a reassessment of China's stocks, policy support and stronger growth are needed to fix imbalances in the sector.
(2025-02-24). Trump's erratic policies are wrecking US soft power, to China's benefit. scmp.com By slashing foreign aid, politicising intelligence agencies and threatening allies with tariffs, the US risks losing the credibility it spent decades cultivating.
(2025-02-24). US demands EU antitrust chief clarify rules reining in Big Tech. scmp.com US House Judiciary chairman Jim Jordan also took a swipe at EU's Digital Markets Act requirements, saying some of them could benefit China.
(2025-02-24). 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.
(2025-02-24). China Deploys Underwater Intelligent Computing Cluster. ummid.com In a significant leap forward in sustainable high-performance computing, China has deployed an underwater intelligent computing cluster off the coast of its southernmost province of Hainan.
(2025-02-24). Wedding industry embraces AI. ecns.cn Artificial intelligence is poised to bring a love story makeover to China's wedding industry, as Hunliji, a leading Chinese wedding service platform, embraces AI to meet the demands of a younger, tech-savvy generation.
(2025-02-24). EconoScope | Global capital is betting big on China. ecns.cn In a significant shift, global financial institutions are showing renewed confidence in Chinese assets, with major banks and investors increasingly bullish on China's stock market.
(2025-02-24). 'AI doctors'are transforming China's healthcare landscape. ecns.cn Several hospitals across China have begun integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their clinical practices, marking a significant step forward in the application of AI in healthcare.
(2025-02-24). Shenzhen unveils $630 million subsidy plan to boost AI, robotics. ecns.cn Shenzhen, in South China's Guangdong province, plans to launch special supportive policies, including 4.5 billion yuan ($630 million) financial incentives, to boost the city's artificial intelligence and robotics industry.
(2025-02-24). Tech to play growing role in agriculture. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has issued new guidelines outlining 10 key areas for agricultural technology innovation from 2024 to 2028, focusing on breeding new crop varieties, improving arable land quality, developing green and low-carbon agriculture and promoting rural development.
(2025-02-24). Innovation reshapes China's digital landscape. ecns.cn As China recently rang in the Year of the Snake, three unexpected stars dominated the headlines both at home and abroad.
(2025-02-24). High temperatures expected to see in multiple parts in China this week. ecns.cn Multiple regions in China will see a rapid surge in temperatures this week with highest temperatures in some southern regions expected to approach 30 C, an uncommon occurrence for this season.
(2025-02-24). Fatal Guangxi traffic accident claims six lives. ecns.cn Six people died, and three were injured in a traffic accident on Monday in Zhongshan county, Hezhou, South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.
(2025-02-24). New paleofish species discovered in Yunnan. ecns.cn The study confirms the biogeographical exchange between the southern China and Kazakhstan plates during the Middle Devonian period, which was 390 million years ago.
(2025-02-24). Snow turns Lunshan Mountain into white wonderland. ecns.cn Snow blankets Lunshan Mountain in a pristine white while the trees are adorned with delicate icicles, transforming the Lushan Mountain scenic spot, a UNESCO World Heritage site, into a white wonderland in east China's Jiangxi Province.
(2025-02-24). China launches Zhongxing-10R satellite. ecns.cn A Long March-3B carrier rocket carrying the satellite Zhongxing-10R blasts off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province, Feb. 22, 2025.
(2025-02-23). China-Laos Railway Mohan port's crossings surge by 49% during 2025 'chunyun'. ecns.cn The Mohan port in Southwest China's Yunnan Province on the China-Laos Railway facilitated a total of 42,000 inbound and outbound passenger trips during the 40-day 2025 Spring Festival travel rush, up 49 percent year-on-year.
(2025-02-23). China rips hype over PLA naval drills. ecns.cn China is "deeply surprised and strongly dissatisfied" with Australia's groundless accusations and deliberate hype over the People's Liberation Army's exercises in international waters, a Defense Ministry spokesman said on Sunday.
(2025-02-23). China-developed first omnidirectional monitoring system for ships completes target identification mission. ecns.cn China's first domestically developed omnidirectional monitoring system for ships on the sea surface and in the marine environment has successfully completed its target identification mission with an unmanned vessel on the sea recently.
(2025-02-23). Passenger trips reach 513 million during Spring Festival travel rush. ecns.cn Passenger volume reached 513 million for railways during the Spring Festival travel rush, according to China Railway Group. The 2025 Spring Festival travel rush, which began on January 14 and ended on February 22, spanned a total of 40 days.
(2025-02-23). Policy to drive rebound of foreign equity investment. ecns.cn Foreign equity investment in China may recover this year, as Chinese assets attract growing global interest and the country further opens up to foreign investors, experts and industry observers said.
(2025-02-23). Xi prioritizes well-being of the people. ecns.cn Global attention will turn to Beijing next week with the start of the two sessions, China's biggest annual political event, through which the people's voices will be heard by policymakers, while the country's development priorities will be discussed.
(2025-02-23). Surge in passenger trips showcases China's robust transportation network. ecns.cn China's Spring Festival travel rush this year, which concluded on Saturday, witnessed over 9 billion passenger trips, setting multiple records and showcasing the country's robust transportation system and its capability to manage the largest annual human migration.
(2025-02-24). Germany's Merz Says He Will Work To Achieve Independence From the US. news.antiwar.com Friedrich Merz, the German politician who is expected to be the next chancellor following Sunday's elections, vowed that he would work to make Europe independent of the US and suggested NATO may need to be replaced. "My absolute priority will be to strengthen Europe as quickly as possible so that, step by step, we can …
(2025-02-24). CATL-Didi JV targets EVs with battery swap. ecns.cn The electric vehicle market is experiencing a shift with the separation of vehicles and batteries becoming more prevalent.
(2025-02-24). Domestic marques snatching up market share. ecns.cn Chinese carmakers have continued their strong performance, capturing a larger share of the world's largest automotive market.
(2025-02-24). Alibaba announces investment of 380 billion RMB in cloud, AI hardware infrastructure. ecns.cn Alibaba Group CEO Wu Yongming announced on Monday that over the next three years, Alibaba will invest more than 380 billion RMB (about $52.55 billion) to build cloud and AI hardware infrastructure, a total amount exceeding the sum of investments made in the past decade.
(2025-02-24). First group tourists arrive in Cape Town after South Africa simplifies visa process. ecns.cn The first group of Chinese tourists arrived in Cape Town on Saturday evening and were warmly greeted at the airport by some local senior officials after South Africa's "Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) took effect in January.
(2025-02-24). Shanghai unveils measures to reduce operational costs for enterprises. ecns.cn Shanghai has announced the continuation of a comprehensive set of measures aimed at reducing operational costs to bolster the business environment and support the development of enterprises.
(2025-02-24). Chinese business delegation heads for Germany. ecns.cn A Chinese business delegation departed for Germany on a three-day business trip, aiming to strengthen communication and exchanges and deepen practical cooperation with German business community.
(2025-02-24). New ADB President assumes office. ecns.cn Masato Kanda, former special advisor to Japan's Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, officially took office as the 11th president of the Asian Development Bank on Monday.
(2025-02-24). New eDNA technique can improve accuracy of tracking fish populations. ecns.cn A technique developed by researchers at Shanghai Ocean University could allow scientists to detect all species present in a body of water and their related populations, just by taking a mere water sample.
(2025-02-24). Fishing ban near HKZMB to begin in March. ecns.cn Fishing will be prohibited in the waters around the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge starting in March to ensure navigation safety and protect the bridge structure in the Pearl River estuary.
(2025-02-24). Consumers warned over AI courses. ecns.cn According to the course descriptions, these paid tutorials typically cover basic AI tool usage, including prompt writing, skill-building, applications in various fields and even strategies for making money with AI.
(2025-02-24). Chinese tech firm employee punished for leaking confidential information to overseas spy agency: MSS. ecns.cn MSS on Monday disclosed a case involving an employee at a major domestic technology company, who switched jobs multiple times within three years, disclosed a substantial amount of classified information to foreign intelligence agencies in exchange for personal financial benefits.
(2025-02-23). 'Ne Zha 2' debut in HK, Macao wins hearts. ecns.cn Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2grossed more than $845,900 upon its debut in the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions on Saturday, achieving the highest first-day box office revenue for an animated film in the SARs.
(2025-02-23). Advancements in Chinese humanoid robotics simply mindblowing. ecns.cn Earlier this month, Unitree offered an update on their engineering, showcasing their humanoid robots sauntering down a boardwalk, making their way across uneven terrain and catching up with a human jogger.
(2025-02-23). AI helps reunite families from mainland, Taiwan. ecns.cn A team comprising volunteers from both sides of the Taiwan Strait is using artificial intelligence to help reunite families.
(2025-02-24). US 'reformulating' Russian policy — Trump adviser. 
The president's top priority is to end conflicts, Mike Waltz has said | The US is carrying out a complete overhaul of its approach to the Ukraine conflict and relations with Russia, White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz has said. | Trump, who took office last month, has reversed the Biden administration's attempts to "isolate" Russia on the world stage, reopening direct negotiations which were suspended in 2022. | Speaking to Fox News on Sunday, Waltz said that Trump's focus has been "bringing multiple wars to an end," including the conflict in Gaza and the hostilities between Russia and Ukraine.
(2025-02-24). Trump tweaks his Gaza 'takeover' plan. ummid.com In an important shift, U.S. President Donald Trump Friday retracted his Gaza "takeover" plan and forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza.
(2025-02-24). Thursday 2/27: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org
(2025-02-24). Energy Geopolitics in a Putin-Trump World. dailysceptic.org In a world reshaped by Putin and Trump, the Daily Sceptic's Energy Editor explains how a thaw between Russia and the US could change the global energy game, sidelining Europe and lifting the Global South.
(2025-02-24). Ukraine's Neo-Nazi Government Is Supported by the International Community. Adolph Hitler is "The Torchbearer of Democracy" in Ukraine. globalresearch.ca Introduction and Update: | Amply documented the Kiev regime is dominated by Neo-Nazis. In the peace negotiations initiated in Saudi Arabia on February 18, members of the Kiev regime including President Zelensky were not invited. | It's a United States- Russia …
(2025-02-24). Selected Articles: Video: NO WAR, NO NATO. Drago Bosnic and Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca 
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(2025-02-24). Timor Leste interested in purchasing medicines from Russia. plenglish.com "We can cooperate in the healthcare sector or trade, even in small volumes. We would be happy to buy from Russia," the president said in reference to healthcare collaboration. | Ramos-Horta added that he was especially interested in purchasing pharmaceutical products and medical equipment from Russia. | "I know about Russia's medical technologies. Russian medicine is a high class to the level of the best hospitals and doctors anywhere in the United States and Europe," the 1996 Nobel Peace Prize winner summed up.
(2025-02-24). Bangladesh: Training empowers staff, volunteers of Bangladesh Red Crescent to deliver humanitarian aid safely. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). 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…
(2025-02-24). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: The value of neutrality for humanitarian work. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). IHL and humanitarian principles. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). ICRC president: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). 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
(2025-02-24). Philippines: Focusing on humanitarian action in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). Afghanistan: 2024 Operational facts and figures. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). DRC: ICRC helping to restore essential services in Goma. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). Ethiopia: 2024 Facts & Figures. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-24). Philippines: Falling in love in… and for the Red Cross. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). South Sudan Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-24). South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in Renk town. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). Environmental and social safeguard document: Emergency Support for Women and Affected Communities (ESWAC) in Sudan. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). Advanced IHL Learning Series. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). Sri Lanka: The first National Conference for the Families of Missing Persons in Sri Lanka. icrc.org
(2025-02-24). 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…
(2025-02-24). Transphobic Attack on Feminist Street Market Protesting Economic Violence in Mexico City. itsgoingdown.org Statement from the Colectiva Micelias following the violent attack on the transfeminist compañera Donaji by officials/plainclothes police of the government of Mexico City. Today in Alameda Central Park in Mexico City, one of our compañeras Donají was the victim of a violent and transphobic attack carried out by two government officials, belonging to the group…
(2025-02-24). Britain threatens 'largest ever' sanctions against Russia. 
The UK foreign secretary has pledged to back Kiev at a "critical moment" and said London was ready to deploy peacekeepers | The UK is preparing to introduce its "largest ever" sanctions package against Russia ahead of the third anniversary of the Ukraine conflict, Foreign Secretary David Lammy has announced. | "This is also the time to turn the screws on Putin's Russia," Lammy said in a statement on Sunday. "Tomorrow, I plan to announce the largest package of sanctions against Russia since the early days of the war — eroding their military machine and reducing revenues fueling the fires of destruction in…
(2025-02-24). Zelensky must negotiate — Pentagon chief. 
Repayment to the US through minerals is crucial for Ukraine's future, Pete Hegseth has said | Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky should follow Russia's example, which has made "great progress" in negotiations with the US, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said. Washington is pressuring Kiev to finalize a minerals deal as a means of repaying previous assistance. | Last year, Zelensky proposed granting the US privileged access to Ukrainian natural resources as part of his 'victory plan'. However, he has refused to sign an initial proposal from the administration of Donald Trump, which the US president has denou…
(2025-02-23). Study: Abortion bans make pregnancy more dangerous. liberationnews.org 
"Right to life, your name's a lie, you don't care if women die!"
(2025-02-24). Ernesto Teuma: A New Left in Cuba. newleftreview.org Amid a worsening economic and climatic situation, cultural opening in Cuba has seen a flourishing blogosphere. Interview with an editor of La Tizza, a collectively run digital magazine that aims to revive the free-thinking Marxism of the Pensamiento Crítico tradition.
(2025-02-24). 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.
(2025-02-24). Russia's top MP condemns 'cowardly men' who fled abroad. 
The State Duma speaker has denounced emigrants who "abandoned" Russia in difficult times | Russian State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin has lambasted men who left the country during the Ukraine conflict as cowards who "abandoned" their homeland. | He made his remarks while offering his best wishes to Russians on Defender of the Fatherland Day, a public holiday celebrated on February 23. | "The hardships and challenges we are facing together with our country have shown us that there are also those who became afraid, abandoned Russia in a difficult moment, and fled abroad out of cowardice. It is even worse when…
(2025-02-24). Ukraine's Zelensky offers to give up presidency for Nato membership. scmp.com Zelensky appeared to address criticisms by Trump, who has described the Ukrainian leader as a 'dictator'.
(2025-02-24). Ukraine's Zelensky 'would give up presidency if it brought peace and Nato membership'. scmp.com Comments seemed aimed at suggestions by Trump, Putin that elections be held despite Ukraine legislation prohibiting them during martial law.
(2025-02-24). Will quit presidency if it means peace in Ukraine: Zelenskiy. geo.tv 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, Kyiv, February 23, 2025. — ReutersUkraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he was willing to give up his position if it meant peace in Ukraine, adding that he could exchange his departure for his country's entry into the NATO…
(2025-02-24). Palestine solidarity grows in south west Western Australia. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Qld Socialist Alliance launches federal campaign focused on justice for Palestine, housing, climate. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Friday 2/28: Webinar: Palestine Solidarity Announcements. indybay.org
(2025-02-24). Unipolarity is ending, what comes after? pressenza.com In the United States, the 2nd week of February was like the collapse of a dike causing a flood. Policies that were supported for decades with billions of dollars, thousands of operators and incessant propaganda were swept away like debris in the torrent of water. The CIA was brought to heel; USAID, in reality an organ for bribing the "free and independent" media (95% of the media in Ukraine receive subsidies from USAID), for preparing coups d'état and a source of funding for the regime change industry, was dismantled; the elephantine US military budget was headed for a 50% cut; an audit was launched to trace the…
(2025-02-24). Russia and BRICS state discuss partnership. 
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has met with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola in Johannesburg | Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has discussed the expansion of trade and economic ties with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola, the Russian Foreign Ministry reported on Friday. | On the sidelines of the G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, the top diplomats underscored the need for closer foreign policy coordination via the UN as well as international platforms such as BRICS and G20, while highlighting the significance of the countries' bilateral dialogue in…
(2025-02-24). Conservatives win German elections — early results. 
Christian Democratic Union leader Friedrich Merz will likely replace Olaf Scholz as chancellor | The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and is sister party, the Christian Social Union (CSU), have won the snap elections in the German Bundestag, defeating Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats (SDP). The anti-immigration Alternative for Germany (AfD) party was the second strongest-performing contender and is projected to obtain more seats in the federal parliament than at any time in its history. | According to preliminary results released by Germany's top electoral body on Monday, the CDU and CSU together rece…
(2025-02-24). Explosion at Russian consulate in France. 
Firefighters and police are at the scene in Marseille | An explosion has taken place at the Russian consulate in the French city of Marseille. The details of the incident are unconfirmed, although the local BFM news outlet has reported that around 30 firefighters are at the scene along with police. | The explosion was also reported by the Valeurs news outlet, which claimed it occurred at around 7: 30am local time on Monday. The outlet said the blast did not cause any casualties and only resulted in material damage. | In a post on X, Valeurs journalist Nicolas Boutin cited police sources as saying that two Molot…
(2025-02-24). Moscow responds to 'terrorist attack' on Russian consulate. 
Russia's foreign intelligence service had previously warned of possible attacks on diplomatic missions abroad | The explosion that took place at the Russian consulate in the French city of Marseille on Monday could have been a terrorist attack, according to Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova. | The Russian consul general in Marseille, Stanislav Oranskiy, has confirmed that the blast took place inside the consulate and that firefighters are currently working at the scene. He told TASS that three explosive devices were thrown onto the grounds, one of which detonated. It is said to have resulted in only…
(2025-02-24). Explosion heard near Russian consulate in France. Firefighters and police are reportedly at the scene in Marseille, according to the BFM news outlet | An explosion has taken place near the Russian consulate in the French city of Marseille, the local BFM news outlet has reported. The details of the incident are unconfirmed, although the outlet has stated that around 30 firefighters are at the scene along with police. | The explosion was also reported by the Valeurs news outlet, which claimed it occurred at around 7: 30am local time on Monday. The outlet said the blast did not cause any casualties and only resulted in material damage. | In a post on X, Valeurs j…
(2025-02-24). Trump shakes transatlantic alliance with sudden Russia pivot. scmp.com Trump will meet French and UK leaders as uncertainty grows about US ties to Europe and Ukraine.
(2025-02-24). Zelensky, Trump, and the fate of Ukraine: a study in power, personality, and peril. onlineopinion.com.au Three years into Russia's devastating war against Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky faces a challenge that may eclipse even the initial decision to stand and fight against Vladimir Putin…
(2025-02-24). 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.
(2025-02-24). Russian official visits Indonesia and Malaysia to talk defence, Russian agencies report. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Ukraine war 3 years on: Europe urged to step up as key ally US wanes. channelnewsasia.com With the conflict still raging on their doorstep, pressure is mounting on Kyiv's European allies to pull their weight.
(2025-02-24). Zelenskyy hails Ukraine's 'heroism' on third anniversary of Russia's invasion. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Gilbert Achcar: US-Russia talks — peace between neofascists and war on oppressed peoples. greenleft.org.au 
Donald Trump's neofascist administration is seeking direct agreement with Vladimir Putin at the expense of the Ukrainian people, argues Gilbert Achcar.
(2025-02-24). Resetting The US-Russia Ties. ummid.com The way the US President Donald Trump has cosied-up to the Russian President Putin to get the almost three-years old Russia-Ukraine war ended has baffled everyone.
(2025-02-24). BRICS on course to challenge Western dominance: Russia. ummid.com Undeterred by U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated threats, Russia Saturday said BRICS countries are well on course to challenge the Western dominance.
(2025-02-24). Great Summary From Larry. smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2025-02-24). Sarah Hathway to run for Socialist Alliance in Corio. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Socialist Alliance to contest Fremantle, WA Senate on 'People before Profit' platform. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Online rank-and-file meeting calls for mass mobilization of working class in US and internationally in opposition to illegal firings. wsws.org Attendees at meeting called by the US Postal Workers Rank-and-File committee passed a resolution calling on workers to make preparations for "mass resistance, up to and including strike action."
(2025-02-24). For emergency action to stop the Trump-Musk purge of federal workers! wsws.org The IWA-RFC calls for mass action to stop the Trump administration's purge of federal workers by Elon Musk's DOGE, an unprecedented attack on the working class that, if unchecked, will have catastrophic consequences for all workers.
(2025-02-24). Australia: Blue Mountains resident has 10 times safe limit of toxic "forever chemicals" wsws.org The woman told a senate inquiry, her PFAS results were at the "red level," and that she had been "dogged by numerous, ongoing unexplained health issues for many years."
(2025-02-24). Mass shooting at Pennsylvania hospital leaves 2 people dead and 6 injured. wsws.org A mass shooting at UPMC Memorial Center has left the gunman and a police officer killed and multiple hospital staff injured.
(2025-02-24). Claiming "Victory in Sight," ONA bureaucracy recommends sellout contract for striking Providence nurses. wsws.org The contract, essentially the same as what was put forward in December, offers no changes to wages, paid time off or safe staffing ratios.
(2025-02-24). This week in history: February 24-March 2. wsws.org This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago and 100 years ago.
(2025-02-24). Trump's federal purge threatens Native American universities and tribal sovereignty. wsws.org Trump's federal job cuts threaten Native education and tribal sovereignty, slashing jobs at universities and crippling the administration of essential federal Native-serving programs.
(2025-02-24). Trump, Hegseth purge Pentagon leadership to prepare for war and mass repression. wsws.org The unprecedented firing of a half-dozen top generals and admirals is aimed at ensuring military obedience to unconstitutional and dictatorial orders.
(2025-02-24). US expects mineral deal with Ukraine to be signed this week. scmp.com Trump and his deputies have pressured Zelensky to accept a deal on tapping revenues from Ukraine's mineral wealth.
(2025-02-24). At least 5 Ghanaian journalists attacked covering Ashanti elections. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-24). CPJ: Mississippi judge's order to remove editorial raises First Amendment concerns. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-24). Egypt blocks independent media outlet Zawia3 over investigative reporting. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-24). Kyrgyzstan government recriminalizes libel and insult laws. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-24). In Madagascar, journalist detained on false news charge over Facebook post. laverite.mg
(2025-02-24). Vietnamese journalist Truong Huy San indicted for 'abusing democratic freedoms'. policinglaw.info
(2025-02-24). American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi lands in Rome after 'security' issue. scmp.com American Airlines flight 292 was escorted by fighter jets, but the security concern later proved to be 'non-credible'.
(2025-02-24). The fossil fuel industry is trying to keep buildings hooked on gas. Here's how. grist.org 
Fossil fuel industries in the United States, European Union, and Australia are leading parallel campaigns to block policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings. That's according to a Those efforts have largely succeeded in preventing and weakening new laws, resulting in delayed climate action on a globa…
(2025-02-24). 'Lame-stream' media lets Angus Taylor's lies go unchecked. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-24). Valls faces Kanak 'first people' clash with loyalists over independence talks. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk French Minister for Overseas Manuel Valls' first two days in New Caledonia have been marred by several clashes with local pro-France, anti-independence movements, who feared he would side with their pro-independence opponents. However, he remained confident that all stakeholders would eventually come and sit together at…
(2025-02-24). After 9 months on run, French fugitive who staged deadly escape faces court in Romania. scmp.com Mohamed Amra, accused of being a major drugs gangland figure, faces extradition to France after capture.
(2025-02-24). Germany's conservatives face narrow path to power after election victory. scmp.com Friedrich Merz's Conservatives win national election but are expected to have tough coalition talks to form government.
(2025-02-24). The quest to cut government spending. onlineopinion.com.au A true indication of the generosity of Australians would be to leave decisions on foreign aid to individuals.
(2025-02-24). Why some Starbucks locations are switching from plastic to paper cups. grist.org 
Starbucks customers across hundreds of locations in the United States started their weeks off with a surprise: Their beloved Frappuccinos and iced espresso drinks served in paper cups, not plastic. | The Seattle-based coffee company announced this week that about
(2025-02-24). Indian-origin candidates knocked out of Canada's Liberal Party race. gnnhd.tv Canada's Liberal party, charged Indian origin candidates of anti-Sikh sentiments, homophobia, and supporting foreign interference of India…
(2025-02-24). American Airlines flight to Delhi diverted to Rome over security threat; Italy fighter jets escort plane. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A New York to Delhi-bound American Airlines flight was diverted to Rome on Sunday due to a security concern, which was later deemed "non-credible." The airline confirmed that Flight 292, carrying 199 passengers, landed safely at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport in Rome, where it underwent inspection before being cleared to continue its journey on Monday.American Airlines, in an official statement, said law enforcement officials conducted a thorough inspection of the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner upon arrival. While the airline did not disclose specific details about the security alert, it confirme…
(2025-02-24). Trump administration fires 1,600 USAID employees amid foreign aid overhaul. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: In a sweeping move to restructure the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the Trump administration has terminated over 1,600 employees, with additional staff stationed overseas placed on paid administrative leave. The decision aligns with President Donald Trump's broader efforts to reduce the size of the federal government and reshape American foreign aid.Affected employees received official notifications stating, "I regret to inform you that you are affected by a Reduction in Force action." Those impacted will officially leave federal service on April 24, according to an internal emai…
(2025-02-24). How do you survive the end of the world? Oscar-nominated 'Flow' offers an answer—through the eyes of a cat. grist.org 
Virtually anywhere on Earth, disaster is just a random collision of weather patterns away from your doorstep. A hurricane could tear off your roof, a wildfire might burn through your neighborhood, or a storm could flood your town, sweeping away cars, buildings, and utility poles alike. When the worst happens, how will you respond? | The animated feature Flow asks its viewers to reflect on such distressing questions in the subtle way that narrative films are so well suited for. The movie follows a black cat and the small menagerie of animals it meets as they sail over a drowned landscape, encountering survivors…
(2025-02-24). The Health Benefits of THCA in Blue Dreams — A Natural Approach to Healing. moguldom.com Introduction: Blue Dreams is a name that resonates well within the cannabis culture, one that easily brings to mind images of relaxation, creativity, and euphoria. Due to its well-balanced and stimulating effects, Blue Dreams has become one of the most popular cannabis strains. Although THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is widely known, there are fewer who know of …
(2025-02-24). Tiger laughs off TGL gaffe: 'That was embarrassing'. gnnhd.tv 
Tiger Woods said he had "one of the most embarrassing moments in my golfing career" by not knowing the yardage in a TGL match Tuesday night.
(2025-02-24). The women who made America's microchips and the children who paid for it. gnnhd.tv 
Mark Flores sits at the kitchen table drawing birthday cakes. At 44, he loves to draw circles, a skill heâ Ä ôs mastered over the past decade of his life. His thick black hair is neatly combed like the Superman cartoon on his T-shirt. Grasping thick Crayola mar…
(2025-02-24). What climate change means for bird flu — and the soaring price of eggs. grist.org 
(2025-02-24). 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.
(2025-02-24). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-02-24). 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.
(2025-02-24). '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.
(2025-02-24). Iran Army's hovercrafts fitted with advanced long-range missiles: Navy chief. presstv.ir Iran's Navy commander announces that the force's hovercraft fleet has been equipped with long-range missiles.
(2025-02-24). Conservatives win German parliamentary elections amid surge in far-right support. presstv.ir The rightwing Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has won the snap elections in the German parliament (Bundestag), defeating Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats.
(2025-02-24). Bangladesh's 90-day offer to Starlink boss Elon Musk. ummid.com Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor of the Interim Government in Bangladesh, has invited Elon Musk to come and launch Starlink Satellite Internet Service in the country in 90 days.
(2025-02-24). Bangladeshi students, who ousted former PM Hasina, set to launch political party. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Students behind Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina's ouster to launch political party. geo.tv 
Student leader Nahid Islam who spearheaded a movement against job quotas issues a statement in Dhaka, Bangladesh in this image released on August 6, 2024. — ReutersStudent group finalising plan, party launch likely on Wednesday.Student leader Nahid Islam serving as adviser to…
(2025-02-24). Indonesia launches sovereign wealth fund to manage assets worth US$900 billion; initial budget to kickstart 20 'strategic projects'. channelnewsasia.com Monday's launch comes after Southeast Asia's biggest economy saw a wave of student protests in major Indonesian cities last week as a result of the government's budget cuts to fund President Prabowo Subianto's flagship programme – the free nutritious meal initiative for students – as well as Danantara.
(2025-02-24). Families of Malaysian scam centre victims call on Thailand to do more. channelnewsasia.com Pressure to shut the centres operating along the Thai-Myanmar frontier, as well as release scam farm victims being held against their will, has been increasing.
(2025-02-24). Malaysian government in talks with TikTok to restore 18 media outlets' accounts blocked by AI: Minister. channelnewsasia.com News outlets blocked by TikTok's artificial intelligence (AI) moderation include Malaysia's national news agency Bernama and television news outlet Buletin TV3.
(2025-02-24). Malaysia rules out raising palm oil's biodiesel blend to 20%. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Thai car production slumps 24.63% in January as sales, exports fall. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Japan warns of avalanches, icy roads ahead of more snow. channelnewsasia.com More snowfall is expected in Niigata, Ishikawa and Nagano prefectures.
(2025-02-24). North Koreans endure years of forced labour on Chinese ships: Report. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Chinese singer Curley Gao recalls growing up in Singapore, visits Dunman High School and Causeway Point. channelnewsasia.com The 26-year-old, who grew up in Singapore, recently documented her visit in a Weibo vlog, revisiting places from her youth.
(2025-02-24). Mediacorp actress Hong Ling's mother dies at age 52: 'Just as she began to live for herself, she was taken away'. channelnewsasia.com "Even in her final days, after chemotherapy had drained her, she still cooked for the whole family, worried that we wouldn't get to eat her home-cooked meals anymore," wrote Hong Ling in a tribute to her mother on Monday (Feb 24).
(2025-02-24). Kim Kardashian gives Nike's flagging business a swoosh. channelnewsasia.com The celebrity alliance suggests a real vibe shift in the world of sportswear.
(2025-02-24). Fewer graduates found work 6 months after leaving university in 2024, median salary hits S$4,500: Survey. channelnewsasia.com The median gross salary for fresh graduates in full-time permanent employment increased by 4.2% in 2024.
(2025-02-24). Courtois available for Belgium again. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Italy's Saipem, Norways' Subsea 7 to create European energy services leader. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Josh Hoey sets American record in 800m final at indoor championships. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Kohli proud of fielding work after beating Azharuddin's outfield catches record. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Pope Francis, in critical condition, had a 'good' night in hospital, Vatican says. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-24). Venezuela: Left opposition forms alliance to 'recuperate democracy and sovereignty'. greenleft.org.au 
Federico Fuentes sat down with Venezuelan sociologist Atenea Jiménez, co-founder of the Alliance for Sovereignty and Democracy (ASD), which is bringing together Venezuelan left movements and activists.
(2025-02-24). Antisemitism is real. We don't need to invent shit. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). The Cairo Takeaway stunt that backfired. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Campaigning for justice for TJ Hickey, 21 years on. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). City of Sydney adopts boycott and divestment motion. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Hundreds demand Hall Park be protected from commercialisation. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Independent reports recommend retrofitting public housing towers. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Lattouf case challenges efforts to kill the truth. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). NSW Greens introduce abortion access bill. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Vale Rochelle Porteous, community fighter to the end. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). WA Labor set for victory despite bad record on environment, housing. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Why we must disrupt Burrup Hub | Green Left Show #50. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-24). Anon: Man of the People. newleftreview.org
(2025-02-24). Alexander Zevin: Liberalism's Echoes. newleftreview.org Hobsbawm's contradictory relations with liberalism—and with liberals—from his rescue of the legacy of the French Revolution in Echoes of the Marseillaise to the impasses of Age of Extremes.
(2025-02-24). André Singer: Lulismo 3.0: A Mid-Term Diagnosis. newleftreview.org The curdling of Brazilian politics, as an energized new right advances at local level, the corrupt swamp of the Centrà£o holds sway in Congress, while Lula attempts to bargain with capital from the Planalto. What do these trends portend for the country's future?
(2025-02-24). Erika Balsom: Filming the Ebb Tide. newleftreview.org Dwarfed by Hollywood, America's radical cinema remains under-evaluated. Erika Balsom surveys the restlessly internationalist work of Robert Kramer. Confrontations between subjectivity and history, from Vermont to Vietnam, Utah to Portugal.
(2025-02-24). Joseph Bryant: Lost and Found. newleftreview.org The classicist Joseph Bryant explains the importance of Elvin's newly discovered 2007 Preface to the PRC edition of Pattern of the Chinese Past, setting out the social-historical ontology that informs its interpretative framework.
(2025-02-24). Mark Elvin: A Self Portrait. newleftreview.org High-spirited third-person autobiographical sketch of the making of a remarkable polymath.
(2025-02-24). Mark Elvin: Preface for Chinese Readers 2014. newleftreview.org A personal prologue, this was Elvin's message to a new generation of mainland readers of his classic economic and social history, The Pattern of the Chinese Past.
(2025-02-24). Mark Elvin: Unpublished Preface for Chinese Readers 2007. newleftreview.org Drafted for Chinese readers, this unpublished preface—discovered only after Elvin's death in 2023—is a major retrospective assessment, setting out his broader research agenda and registering his own criticisms of his work.
(2025-02-24). NLR Editors: Mark Elvin. newleftreview.org Introducing a set of texts by and about the outstanding comparative historian, who brought a new degree of conceptual sophistication to the study of the longue-durée 'patterns' of the Chinese world.
(2025-02-24). Peter Osborne: Interesting Art. newleftreview.org Judgements of the 'interesting' dominate critical assessments of contemporary art, but what is the logical structure of these claims? From Schlegel to Donald Judd, a rendering of the unconscious critical schema by which a work becomes 'of interest'.
(2025-02-24). Rachel Kushner: Scattered Dreams. newleftreview.org Drawings by Cy Twombly, viewed from the sun-scorched clifftops of Casa Malaparte. The artist's flight from the mid-century American rejection of beauty, in search of contradictory associations: ancient and modern, emigration and exile, askesis and glamour.
(2025-02-24). Roberto Schwarz: Adorno/Beckett. newleftreview.org Critical appreciation of Adorno's exegesis of a high water mark of postwar modernism, which parried metaphysical and sentimental readings with a lucid historicism. Questions of form and philosophy, historiography and aesthetic experience stimulated by Beckett's Endgame.
(2025-02-24). Fact Check: Has Saudi banned live broadcast of Taraweeh from Makkah, Madinah. ummid.com Viral posts on social media platforms claiming Saudi Arabia has banned live broadcasting of Taraweeh during Ramadan from the Two Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah are found to be fake after fact check analysis by Team ummid.com.
(2025-02-24). USTM founder Mahbubul Hoque's arrest smacks of political vendetta. ummid.com Mahbubul Hoque's detention comes in the wake of sustained accusations and allegations against the USTM, by the Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
(2025-02-24). NEP is regressive, won't implement it in TN: MK Stalin. ummid.com Reiterating his opposition to the National Education Policy 2020, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said he won't implement it in the state at any cost.
(2025-02-24). Fact Check: Railway refutes Ashfaq Ansari's arrest in Delhi stampede case. ummid.com Social media posts claiming arrest of Ashfaq Ansari in Delhi stampede case have been found to be fake and misleading after a fact check analysis.
(2025-02-24). Dubai: Museum of Future to participate in Austin's SXSW 2025. ummid.com Dubai's Museum of the Future (MOTF) has announced its first appearance at the South by Southwest (SXSW) to be held in Texas, United States.
(2025-02-24). Peanuts in Your Diet Can Keep Doctor Away. ummid.com An apple a day keeps the doctor away, most of us have been told this many times. But, the same can happen if you add peanuts in your diet, a new research said.
(2025-02-24). Last Date for RRB Recruitment CEN 08/2024 Extended till March 01. ummid.com The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has extended for the 3rd time the last date of application for the Railways Recruitment drive to fill over 32,000 vacancies under the notification RRB Recruitment CEN 08/2024.
(2025-02-24). Saudi Arabia rolls-out new Riyal symbol. ummid.com Saudi Arabia Thursday February 20, 2025 launched new Riyal symbol.
(2025-02-24). Bhagwat's 'Hindus alone' ideology is against idea of India. ummid.com Bhagwat is talking of diversity within Hindu society and thinks that only Hindus are the ones who are responsible for this nation!
(2025-02-24). AP Inter Hall Ticket Download 2025: Direct Link. ummid.com The exam authority Board of Intermediate Education Govt of Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) is set to release today the Hall Tickets of the candidates who have registered for the AP BIEAP Inter Class 12th 2025 board exams.
(2025-02-24). Meet Rekha Gupta, The New Delhi Chief Minister. ummid.com The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Legislative Party Wednesday February 19, 2025 unanimously elected Rekha Gupta as its leader, thus paving her way to become the New Chief Minister of NCT Delhi.
(2025-02-24). Fact Check: Did PCB remove Indian flag ahead of 2025 Champions Trophy opener. ummid.com The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has refuted the claim that the Indian Tricolor was removed from the National Stadium in Karachi ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy inaugural match Wednesday.
(2025-02-24). Americans to sue AI platforms for inaccuracies. ummid.com Americans have refused to give AI a free pass and have vowed to hold AI platforms responsible for mistakes and inaccuracies.
(2025-02-24). AMU's Diversity, Riots: Award Winning Director's Eye-Opening Take. ummid.com Film Director, Producer and Writer, Anubhav Sinha, who has won numerous awards, has made some interesting remarks about the diversity he saw at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and how riots are used to paint Indian Muslims in a particular colour.
(2025-02-24). CPJ joins call for immediate release of Georgian journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-24). Despite regulatory challenges, hotels in the Dominican Republic drive sustainable tourism with solar energy. globalvoices.org 
(2025-02-24). Keeping the Spirit of the Nonviolent EDSA People Power Revolution Alive. pressenza.com Let History not be Erased. Teach the New Generations How a Dictatorship can be Ended— Peacefully, Nonviolently.: | February 25 is the anniversary of the peaceful EDSA People Power Revolution which ended the Marcos dictatorship, a one-man rule which lasted for 14 years. Since that fateful day, February 25, 1986, it was honored as a national holiday—until the son of the dictator used his presidential power to drop it from the list of official holidays. | Not wanting the memory of this historic event to continue and smear his family name, Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos, Jr., the current Philippine pr…
(2025-02-24). US B-52 bombers in West Asia do not scare Iran. presstv.ir In a show of force, the US military showcased its capabilities in West Asia with a flyover of B-52 bombers and other fighter jets on two separate occasions.
(2025-02-24). Trump wants return on Ukraine aid: 'We're getting our money back'. presstv.ir US President Donald Trump has said that Ukraine must compensate the US for billions of aid with oil and rare minerals.
(2025-02-24). Resistance will continue until ultimate goal achieved, Leader warns enemy. presstv.ir Ayatollah Khamenei warns the enemy that resistance against usurpation, oppression, and arrogance will never end.
(2025-02-24). Nasrallah, Safieddine symbols of 'graceful resistance': Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman. presstv.ir Baghaei has described martyred Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and his deputy and appointed successor Sayyed Hashem Safieddine as symbols of resistance.
(2025-02-24). Hezbollah leaders' historic funeral showed resistance strength: Islamic Jihad. presstv.ir The Palestinian Islamic Jihad affirms that Hezbollah leaders' massive funeral demonstrated that Resistance is still strong.
(2025-02-24). With radios & megaphones volunteers patrol LA streets to warn communities of ICE activity. indybay.org At first light on a Wednesday morning, a small group of people gather in the parking lot of a South Central laundromat. Some clutch walkie-talkies. Others sip paper cups of coffee, steam rising into the crisp air.
(2025-02-24). Friday 2/28: Virtual Action Hour. indybay.org
(2025-02-24). Tuesday 2/25: BAYAN USA Northern California Region. indybay.org Philippine Consulate – 447 Sutter Street, San Francisco CA…
(2025-02-24). Friday 2/28: Weekly Corner Protest Against ____ing Fascism. indybay.org On the corner across from the Grand Lake Theater.
(2025-02-24). Activists Protest at Home of Perdue Slaughterhouse Director. indybay.org Protestors say Jason Arnold, Director of Operations for Perdue's Petaluma Poultry slaughterhouse, refuses to address documented criminal animal cruelty at the slaughterhouse…
(2025-02-24). Thursday 10/23: California 175 – San Francisco – birth of the "African Founding Father of CA" indybay.org San Francisco Financial District | Landing at Leidesdorff…
(2025-02-24). Trump and Musk's next target: Social Security, the largest social program in the US. indybay.org Workers are overwhelmingly against any cuts to social security. Could Musk be seeking to drum up opposition to the program based on false claims of widespread fraud?>
(2025-02-24). Saturday 3/8: International Women's Day of Resistance Against Fascism. indybay.org Nationwide actions & protests: action.womensmarch.com/calendars/interna……
(2025-02-24). Trump's Juggernaut Smashes the BBC's Climate Crystal Ball. wattsupwiththat.com Six weeks ago, the BBC thought 2025 was set for climate crusaders—lawsuits flexing muscle, summits preaching unity, NGOs amplifying the panic. They didn't see Trump's juggernaut coming, least of all his aim at the NGO cash cow. From Paris to AR7, from USAID to COP 30, he's not just slowing the train—he's dynamiting the tracks and torching the wreckage.
(2025-02-24). Pope Francis in critical condition and faces 'minor' kidney issue: Vatican. geo.tv 
People pray outside the Gemelli Hospital where Pope Francis is admitted for treatment, in Rome, Italy, February 22, 2025. — ReutersVATICAN CITY: Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, remains in a critical condition for a second day running and has shown an "initial, slight…
(2025-02-24). Assam: USTM Chancellor Mahbubul Hoque arrested. ummid.com Mahbubul Hoque, Chancellor of University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM), has been arrested by Assam Police Saturday February 22, 2025.
(2025-02-24). Malegaon: Two Pharmacy students among 3 killed in road accident. ummid.com Three, including two students of a local pharmacy college, were killed in a road accident at Daregaon area of Malegaon Saturday February 22, 2025.
(2025-02-24). German election victor Merz plans pivot from US as coalition talks loom. geo.tv 
Friedrich Merz, Leader of conservative Christian Democratic Union and main candidate is pictured during the last electoral rally in the Rudolf Weber-Arena in Oberhausen, western Germany, on February 21, 2025. — AFPConservative chief Friedrich Merz hits out at the United States.AfD…
(2025-02-24). Maharashtra SSC 2025 Exam marred by reports of paper leak. ummid.com Maharashtra SSC or Class 10 exam 2025 started Friday February 21, 2025 amidst the reports of alleged paper leaks coming from at least two districts of the state.
(2025-02-24). Puelmapu: Autoconvocados comunitarios contra incendios y represión (Audio). indybay.org Argentina, Patagonia | Puelmapu: Autoconvocados comunitarios contra incendios y represión (Audio)…
(2025-02-23). Hamas Says Israel's Delay in Releasing Palestinians Is 'Blatant Violation' of Ceasefire Deal. news.antiwar.com On Sunday, Hamas responded to Israel's decision to delay the release of more than 600 Palestinians from Israeli jails as a "blatant violation" of the hostage and ceasefire deal. Under the deal, Israel was supposed to release 620 Palestinians, including women and children detained in Gaza after October 7, 2023, in exchange for the six …
(2025-02-23). Israel delays Palestinian prisoner release over 'humiliating' hostage ceremonies. 
West Jerusalem has accused Hamas of parading the detainees in front of crowds for propaganda purposes | Israel has postponed the release of more than 600 Palestinian prisoners, accusing Hamas of conducting 'humiliating' ceremonies during hostage handovers in a move which has been seen as a challenge to the ceasefire agreement. | Israel had originally planned to release 620 Palestinians after Hamas freed six Israeli hostages on Saturday. But West Jerusalem has expressed discontent with the practice of masked members of the group parading Israeli prisoners in front of crowds. | In a statement on Sunday, the Offi…
(2025-02-23). Hamas frees 6 hostages, but Israel delays release of Palestinians. scmp.com The Gaza ceasefire deal is nearing the end of its first phase, but tensions are high over the return of hostage Shiri Bibas' body.
(2025-02-23). Hamas frees 6 Israeli hostages as end of Gaza ceasefire's 1st phase nears. scmp.com The release follows the return of hostage Shiri Bibas' remains, after the wrong body was initially handed over.
(2025-02-23). Why has Israel suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners? aljazeera.com Future of Gaza ceasefire at risk after Israel suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners.
(2025-02-23). Israel halts release of Palestinian prisoners in breach of ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com The Israeli prime minister's office postponed the release of Palestinian prisoners, accusing Hamas of 'humiliation ritua…
(2025-02-23). Gaza death toll could quadruple after ceasefire, UK doctors say. newarab.com 
Speaking to The Guardian, Doctors
(2025-02-23). UK and France plan to send 30,000 'peacekeepers' to Ukraine — WSJ. 
Moscow has warned that the West could occupy the country after deploying troops | Britain and France are drafting a plan to deploy up to 30,000 "peacekeepers" in Ukraine, depending on whether Moscow and Kiev reach a ceasefire, The Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing unnamed European officials. | However, that plan depends on persuading US President Donald Trump to commit to a limited American military role, the report said. While Washington has ruled out sending its forces to Ukraine, the UK and France hope the US agrees to supply a limited contingent with critical support, particularly when it co…
(2025-02-23). Palestinian Resistance Condemns Israel's Delay in Prisoner Swap, Calls on Mediators to Intervene. orinocotribune.com The Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas condemned Israel's decision to postpone the release of Palestinian prisoners, accusing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of using the pretext of "insulting" Israeli prisoners to disrupt the ceasefire agreement. | In a statement released on Sunday, February 23, Hamas called the delay a clear attempt to evade the occupation entity's obligations under the ceasefire agreement. | Hamas' political bureau member Izzat al-Rishq stated that "the decision once again exposes the occupation's evasions and its renouncement of its commitments." | The Israeli Prime Minister's Of…
(2025-02-23). Israel's Netanyahu delays prisoner release amid Hamas' 'humiliating ceremonies'. scmp.com The move comes after Hamas released six Israeli captives, but Israel failed to reciprocate, prompting accusations of a Gaza truce violation.
(2025-02-23). Israel won't allow Syria military forces south of Damascus: Netanyahu. aljazeera.com PM Netanyahu has demanded the 'full demilitarisation' of southern Syria, where Israel has illegally expanded its forces.
(2025-02-23). Netanyahu demands Syrian army stay away from Israel's borders and area south of Damascus. haaretz.com During an address to graduates of an IDF officers course, Netanyahu also raised a picture of Shiri Bibas and her two young children, Kfir and Ariel and spoke about Israel's commitment to the hostages, to which someone from the crowd shouted 'so why didn't you bring them back?'…
(2025-02-23). Latest US Strike Killed Brother of Syrian Government Minister. news.antiwar.com The US has continued carrying out airstrikes against Syria's Idlib Governorate's Harem District, near the Tel al-Karama refugee camp this weekend, targeting and killing Wasim Tahsin Bayraqdar, who they described as a "senior leadership facilitator" for the al-Qaeda-linked Hurras al-Din. It is the third US drone strike against Idlib since President Trump took office last …
(2025-02-23). Netanyahu Says Israel Won't Allow Syrian Forces South of Damascus. news.antiwar.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Sunday that Israel wouldn't allow any Syrian forces to be in areas south of Damascus and said the Israeli occupation of southern Syria would continue for "an unlimited period of time." "Take note: We will not allow HTS forces or the new Syrian army to enter the area …
(2025-02-23). How antisemitism is weaponized to silence critics of Israel: The case of Birju Dattani. mondoweiss.net 
Human rights scholar Birju Dattani was forced to resign as Canada's Chief Human Rights Commissioner following a pro-Israel smear campaign. His case reveals how false charges of antisemitism are used to silence support for Palestinian rights.
(2025-02-23). Brooklyn Academy of Music: Drop Batsheva Dance Company, cultural ambassadors for genocide. mondoweiss.net 
Activists are calling on the Brooklyn Academy of Music to take a clear stance in support of Palestinian human rights and cancel an upcoming performance by the Batsheva Dance Company.
(2025-02-23). Unparalleled Threats to Iraqi Women and Children are Looming. fairobserver.com In a move that has ignited international alarm Iraq's parliament introduced a highly controversial amendment on August 4, 2024, that would allow marriage age to be as low as nine. Observers have widely condemned the bill for violating the rights of women and children and for transferring authority on marriage and inheritance matters from state…
(2025-02-23). Book launch: Against the People /w Bryan Evans and Carlo Fanelli. socialistproject.ca The Leo Panitch School for Socialist Education is thrilled to host the official launch of the new book The election of the Doug Ford—led Progressive Conservatives unleashed an aggressive and undisguised market fundamentalism. Ford's government has taken the assault against the social welfare state, labour and environmental protections to new and unprecedented heights. Maintaining a permanent era of austerity has not o…
(2025-02-23). Overdue Accountability in Democratic Republic of Congo. hrw.org Until now, the international response to the rapidly escalating crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group has committed a litany of grave abuses, has been all talk and no action.But on Thursday, the United States government imposed financial and property sanctions on Rwanda's minister of state and former military commander, Gen. James Kabarebe, and on Lawrence Kanyuka Kingston, a Congolese national and spokesman for the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC), a politico-military coalition that includes the M23.The reemergence of the M23 in late 2021 has exposed civilians to indi…
(2025-02-23). Sudan's RSF, accused of genocide, signs charter to form rival government. aljazeera.com The charter states creating a government of 'peace and unity' despite concerns from rights groups and global actors.
(2025-02-23). Argentina: 'Anti-fascist and anti-racist pride' against Milei. internationalviewpoint.org On Saturday 1 February, huge demonstrations took place across Argentina in response to President Javier Milei's speech at the Davos forum the previous week. In a half-hour speech to the cream of the capitalist world, Milei, in a significant mimicry of Trump, unrolled the catalogue of his hatreds: feminists, 'wokism', gay couples (whom he accused of paedophilia), progressivism, the left and 'leftists' (who must be 'driven out'). Hundreds of thousands of people across the country rose up not only against Milei and his ideology, but to assert their determination to fight for all democratic and social rights and to s…
(2025-02-23). 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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(2025-02-23). Georgia: Continued arbitrary detention of journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli. fidh.org
(2025-02-23). Regional convergence of repression of human rights defenders in the Sahel. fidh.org
(2025-02-23). India: NGOs call on the European Union to take action on urgent human rights concerns. fidh.org
(2025-02-23). 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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(2025-02-23). Media as Weapon for Normalization of Foreign Interference in Venezuela (Part 1). orinocotribune.com By Clodovaldo Hernández — Feb 22, 2025 | The media and social media machinery is the great "normalizer" of all kinds of illegal situations, anomalies and perfidies. From a genocide to an island dedicated to celebrity pedophilia, everything can end up being something "normal," as current daily events demonstrate. | However, sometimes, this machinery has the task of normalizing itself, of making its moral and ethical deformities, its shady dealings, and its malpractice look valid. | This is what is happening on a global scale, with the crisis of the business model of the so-called free and independent press in…
(2025-02-23). Load shedding expected to be suspended by the end of the week. sanews.gov.za Load shedding expected to be suspended by the end of the week | The Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has assured South Africans that the country will overcome the current bout of load shedding crisis by the end of the week. | The Minister along with Eskom executives were briefing the media on Sunday to provide an update on the status of South Africa's electricity generation performance. | The briefing follows an announcement by Eskom that it had implemented Stage 6 load shedding as of 1: 30 am on Sunday. | "I'm confident that by the end of the week, we should be out of this difficult si…
(2025-02-23). WORKING Media as Weapon for Normalization of Foreign Interference in Venezuela (Part 1). orinocotribune.com By Clodovaldo Hernández — Feb 22, 2025 | The media and social media machinery is the great "normalizer" of all kinds of illegal situations, anomalies and perfidies. From a genocide to an island dedicated to celebrity pedophilia, everything can end up being something "normal," as current daily events demonstrate. | However, sometimes, this machinery has the task of normalizing itself, of making its moral and ethical deformities, its shady dealings, and its malpractice look valid. | This is what is happening on a global scale, with the crisis of the business model of the so-called free and independent press in…
(2025-02-23). Netanyahu may exploit latest Israel-Hamas hostage crisis to nix cease-fire deal. haaretz.com As vengeance over the Bibas family's fate reaches an intensity in Israel not seen since October 7, Netanyahu seeks alternative Gaza cease-fire routes to delay the political challenge of freeing hundreds more Palestinian prisoners…
(2025-02-23). French foreign minister slams far-right leader for meeting Israeli minister who bashed France. haaretz.com The French foreign minister rebuked National Rally Jordan Bardella leader for meeting Israeli Minister Amichai Chikli, who recently condemned France's 'insolence' and called to shut down the country's Jerusalem consulate. Chikli triggered a diplomatic crisis last year when he endorsed the far-right party before France's elections…
(2025-02-23). As Netanyahu considers escalating the Gaza cease-fire crisis, Israelis shouldn't count on Trump. haaretz.com As vengeance over the Bibas family's fate reaches an intensity in Israel not seen since October 7, Netanyahu seeks alternative Gaza cease-fire routes to delay the political challenge of freeing hundreds more Palestinian prisoners…
(2025-02-23). The Truth About the COVID-19 "Vaccine": A Global Health Crisis. globalresearch.ca The Suppression of Dissenting Voices: | Over the past few years, the world has experienced an unprecedented global health crisis, and as a clinician, I have observed a disturbing trend: the suppression of doctors and scientists who dare to question the …
(2025-02-23). Pope Francis experiences respiratory crisis, condition remains critical. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Pope Francis, who has been hospitalised for over a week experienced an asthma-like respiratory crisis of prolonged intensity, which required the administration of high-flow oxygen, Vatican news reported on Sunday. | As per Vatican News, Pope Francis had a peaceful ninth night at Rome's Gemelli Hospital where he is being treated for double pneumonia. | The Vatican News said that the blood tests conducted on Sunday revealed thrombocytopenia, associated with anaemia, which required the administration of blood transfusions.It noted that Pope Francis however remains alert and spent the day in an armcha…
(2025-02-23). Israel And Its Apologists Weaponize Sympathy In Order To Facilitate Genocide. thealtworld.com 
Activist and author Yves Engler has been After Engler wrote about the charges against him, he
(2025-02-23). There is no evidence Hamas killed members of the Bibas family. Israel is using their death to manufacture consent for genocide. mondoweiss.net 
Israel claims Hamas killed two children in the Bibas family but has not offered any evidence. Their death has become another piece of atrocity propaganda Israel is using to justify genocide in Gaza.
(2025-02-23). Canadian Author & Activist Yves Engler's Statement: 'I'm Being Charged for Responding to Anti-Palestinian Hate on X'. orinocotribune.com By Yves Engler — Feb 18, 2025 | Editorial note: Canadian anti-imperialist author, journalist, and political activist Yves Engler has been imprisoned for his position of support and solidarity for Palestine. Orinoco Tribune condemns this persecution against Engler by the Canadian state and the Zionist lobby and fully supports Engler and all Palestine solidarity activists all over the world. | Yves Engler's statement on the persecution before his imprisonment is republished below. | Tomorrow, the Montreal police will arrest me for posting to social media against Israel's genocide in Gaza. | Today, I received a…
(2025-02-23). Oppose the Canadian authorities' arrest and persecution of anti-genocide activist Yves Engler! wsws.org Montreal-based author and activist Yves Engler—a prominent opponent of Canadian militarism and of Israel's genocide in Gaza—has been arrested and imprisoned in a malicious, politically motivated prosecution.
(2025-02-23). Danish politicians applaud member of Ukraine's neo-Nazi unit (VIDEO). 
Dmitry Kanuper has been convicted of war crimes by a Russian court | A member of Ukraine's ultra-nationalist Azov unit and convicted war criminal Dmitry Kanuper received a standing ovation during a conference at the Danish parliament. Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen, Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen, and parliamentary speaker Soren Gade attended the event, which took place on February 19. | Established as a volunteer battalion in 2014 and incorporated into Ukraine's National Guard a year later, Azov has faced accusations of war crimes and was formally designated as a terrorist organization by Russia…
(2025-02-23). "Toughest negotiations" surrounding Gaza hostage exchange. aljazeera.com "He [Netanyahu] wants to get as many of the hostages back without paying, really, the price for it."
(2025-02-23). The real winners of Germany's elections? The far right — and Israel's Netanyahu government. haaretz.com While the world's attention will be on the shock of a fifth of Germans supporting the far-right AfD, the Netanyahu government's focus will be on who they'll be doing business with: the center-right Christian Democrats…
(2025-02-23). Two Israeli hostages brought to watch release ceremony in Gaza, Hamas video shows. haaretz.com Hostages Guy Gilboa Dallal and Evyatar David can be seen pleading with the Israeli PM to secure their release from Gaza: 'Netanyahu, our friends are going home after 500 days together. We beg you, please, this is all we want, save us'…
(2025-02-23). Netanyahu delays Palestinian prisoner release as Israel, Hamas trade accusations of violations. haaretz.com The release of the six hostages on Saturday largely marks the end of the first stage of the cease-fire deal; Israeli leaders are weighing whether to extending the truce for more hostage releases, advancing the deal under U.S. pressure, or resuming IDF fighting in Gaza…
(2025-02-23). Israeli lawmaker accuses Yair Netanyahu of being exiled to Miami after alleged assault on PM. haaretz.com During a Knesset panel, Labor MK Naama Lazimi questioned the government's intention to continue funding Yair Netanyahu's extended U.S. stay 'because he assaulted the prime minister … desecrating a symbol of state authority?' Netanyahu's Likud party: 'an absolute, repugnant lie'…
(2025-02-23). State Prosecution opposes Netanyahu's request to reduce testimonies in corruption trial. haaretz.com The prosecution also opposed Netanyahu's request to cancel Monday's hearing, a request the court later rejected. The prosecution also accused the PM of intentionally dragging out the trial to ensure the case is not 'conducted efficiently'…
(2025-02-23). Hamas halts Gaza truce talks until Israel frees 620 prisoners. newarab.com 
The release of 602 Netanyahu's office claimed that Hamas had handed over Israeli captives in Gaza…
(2025-02-23). Israel PM claims Hamas violations for delayed detainee release. newarab.com 
The delay is due to claims that Netanyahu's office accused Hamas of conducting "humiliating ceremonies" and "cynical use of hostages for propaganda," stating that the release of prisoners will be held o…
(2025-02-23). Juan Cole: Palestinian Life Expectancy in Gaza Cut from 75.5 to 40.6 Years by Israeli Total War. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — An article just published in The Lancet by Prof Michel Guillot et al. found that the campaign against Gaza civilians of the extremist government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lowered the life expectancy in the Strip during the first year of the war by nearly …
(2025-02-23). Netanyahu Orders West Bank Escalation After Empty Buses Explode in Israel. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-23). Tel Aviv Bus Bombings: Israeli False-Flag? thelastamericanvagabond.com On Thursday night, three bombs exploded on buses in Tel Aviv, with another explosive device being found in a separate vehicle. The event triggered hysteria amongst Israelis, while justifying Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's announcement that a major military operation be carried out in the occupied West Bank. Yet there are serious issues with the
(2025-02-23). Free Speech Under Attack: Why I Oppose the IHRA Bill in New Jersey. fightbackbetter.com Democracy| Free Speech February 19, 2025•3 min read As a response to CAIR Action New Jersey Encouraging Other Gubernatorial Candidates Not…
(2025-02-23). JENIN: Israeli Forces Kill a Palestinian Child. imemc.org 
Israeli forces killed a Palestinian child, on Friday, during its ongoing aggression against the northern West Bank city of Jenin and the Jenin refugee camp. The Palestinian Health Ministry announced that the child, Rimas Omar Al-Amouri (13 years old), was killed after Israeli forces shot her in the abdomen with live ammunition. Media sources said …
(2025-02-23). Army Injures Many Palestinians In Nablus And Hebron. imemc.org On Saturday evening, Israeli soldiers caused numerous Palestinians to suffer the effects of tear gas inhalation in the governorates of Nablus and Hebron, located in the northern and southern parts of the occupied West Bank. Several military vehicles invaded the town of Beit Furik, east of Nablus, leading to protests, before the soldiers fired live …
(2025-02-23). Germans vote amid rising far-right influence and conservative resurgence. gnnhd.tv 
EU allies hope for stronger governance amid Germany's political shift…
(2025-02-23). Venezuela: Opposition Infighting Intensifies in Runup to Elections. orinocotribune.com By Misión Verdad — Feb 21, 2025 | The Venezuelan far-right opposition coalition Unitary Platform for Democracy (PUD) issued an extensive Although the bloc called the vote a "fundamental tool of citizens for to achieve political change," it asserted that "the political and institutional conditions do not exist, nor the real ele…
(2025-02-23). Will Merz sell Germany to BlackRock? The frontrunner is celebrated in C-suites. defenddemocracy.press By Thomas Fazi Feb 22, 2025 At the ripe age of 69, Friedrich Merz has waited decades for this moment. Ahead of Sunday's election, he is Germany's chancellor-in-waiting, with his Christian Democratic Union (CDU) predicted to secure 30% of the vote. He'll have to cobble together another coalition of disparate parties, but Merz won't mind. …
(2025-02-23). Anti-immigration AFD in 2nd place in German elections — exit poll. 
According to state broadcaster ARD, the right-wing party is predicted to secure 19.5% of the vote, with the Christian-Democrats coming out on top with 29% | The right-wing Alternative for Germany party (AFD) is projected to take second place in the country's snap elections on Sunday, with 19.5% of the vote, an exit poll published by state broadcaster ARD indicates. The Christian-Democrat CDU/CSU party is predicted to emerge victorious with 29%, according to the broadcaster's research. | DETAILS TO FOLLOW…
(2025-02-23). Trump congratulates Germany's conservatives on their election win. 
The US president has claimed voters there are "tired of the no-common-sense agenda", calling it "a great day" for the country | US President Donald Trump applauded Germany's Christian Democrats (CDU/CSU) following their federal election win on Sunday, the same day the exit polls results were published. | Exit polls published by public broadcaster ZDF show the CDU/CSU leading with 28.6% of the vote, while Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats (SPD) garnered just 16.5% — their worst performance since 1949. | "Much like the USA, the people of Germany got tired of the no common sense agenda, especially on…
(2025-02-23). Germany must become 'independent' from US — Bundestag election winner. 
The Trump administration is indifferent to the fate of Europe, CDU leader Friedrich Merz has said | Germany must gain real independence from the US, Friedrich Merz, the projected winner of Sunday's parliamentary elections, has said. | According to German media, Merz's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and its sister party, the Christian Social Union (CSU), are projected to receive 28.5% of the vote, which means that he will likely become the next chancellor. | Speaking to reporters on Sunday night, Merz criticized US President Donald Trump's handling of the Ukraine conflict. | "The interventions from Washingto…
(2025-02-23). German election 2025 live results: By the numbers. aljazeera.com The conservative CDU has won the most votes, with party leader Merz signalling he hopes to form a government quickly.
(2025-02-23). Germany on eve of vote expected to see far-right surge. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Scholz concedes defeat in German election. 
Germany's opposition conservatives have won a nationwide vote, with the right-wing AFD coming in second, exit polls show | German Chancellor Olaf Scholz conceded defeat on Sunday, congratulating his conservative rival Friedrich Merz, whose Christian Democratic Union/Christian Social Union (CDU/CSU) alliance is projected to win a snap election. Exit polls published by public broadcaster ZDF show the CDU/CSU leading with 28.6% of the vote, while Scholz's Social Democrats (SPD) suffered a historic low of just 16.5% — their worst showing since World War II. | "This is a bitter election result for the Social D…
(2025-02-23). Conservatives win German vote as far-right makes record gains. geo.tv 
German conservative candidate for chancellor and Christian Democratic Union party leader Friedrich Merz and Bavarian state premier and Christian Social Union leader Markus Soeder react after the exit poll results are announced in the German general election in Berlin, Germany, February…
(2025-02-23). Hezbollah holds funeral of ex-leader Nasrallah months after Israel assassination. scmp.com The assassination in Lebanon, and the death of Nasrallah's heir in the same strike, was a devastating blow to Iran's most powerful militant group.
(2025-02-23). Israeli Defense Minister Says 40,000 Forcibly Displaced Palestinians in West Bank Cannot Return Home. news.antiwar.com Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Sunday that the Israeli military has forcibly displaced 40,000 Palestinians in the northern occupied West Bank and that they couldn't return home as the IDF will be operating in the area over the next year, raising fears of a new ethnic cleansing campaign. The Israeli military launched the current …
(2025-02-23). Trump Calls USAID's India Funding A 'Kickback Scheme': 5 Key Remarks That Sparked BJP Vs Congress Political Slugfest #Trump #Calls #USAID's #India #Funding #'Kickback #Scheme': #Remarks #That #Sparked #Congress #Political #Slugfest #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) In the past week, US President Donald Trump has made bold statements regarding the US Agency for International Development (USAID) funding allocated to India, particularly the …
(2025-02-23). BBC pulls Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone following Zionist witch-hunt. wsws.org The BBC's pulling of Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone is part and parcel of its pro-Israel bias in its reporting.
(2025-02-23). Israel expands West Bank offensive, says troops to remain 'for next year'. aljazeera.com For more than a month, Israeli forces have been raiding Palestinian homes and destroying infrastructure.
(2025-02-23). Israeli settlers burn Palestinian property in occupied East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Israeli settlers have attacked a Palestinian Bedouin community and burnt their property in occupied East Jerusalem.
(2025-02-23). Hamas: Ready for a full prisoner exchange under clear conditions. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) has reaffirmed its commitment to a complete prisoner exchange deal, stating that it is ready to execute the swap in one phase under specific conditions. The movement also emphasized that the reconstruction of Gaza must be carried out through national consensus, rejecting any external interference in the process.Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem told Al Jazeera on Saturday morning that negotiations for the second phase of the prisoner swap have yet to begin, but that ongoing communication with mediators is in progress. He added that Israel has not yet provided the l…
(2025-02-23). Iran FM arrives in Beirut to attend Nasrallah, Safieddine funeral. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Abbas Araghchi landed at Beirut Airport today, Sunday, to take part in the funeral of former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine in Lebanon.Abbas Araqchi told the press from Beirut Airport: "I am participating in the solemn funeral procession representing the Iranian President. The funeral of the two gentlemen will prove that the resistance is alive and will achieve divine victory."In addition to the Foreign Minister, Iranian parliament speaker Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf will also attend the funeral of slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in…
(2025-02-23). 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…
(2025-02-23). Israeli captive kisses Al-Qassam fighters during release, sparking global reactions. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A viral video capturing Israeli captive Omer Shem Tov kissing the heads of Hamas' Al-Qassam Brigades fighters during his release in the seventh prisoner exchange deal has triggered widespread reactions on social media and in the media.The footage, filled with symbolic and emotional undertones, showcased the humane treatment of Israeli captives while in Gaza, a point that has been widely discussed in recent prisoner exchanges.A Remarkable Scene: Israeli Soldier Kisses Two Al-Qassam Fighters | In another striking moment during the exchange, an Israeli captive kissed the heads of two Al-Qassam fighters wh…
(2025-02-23). Israel says 40,000 Palestinians 'evacuated' West Bank refugee camps, vows to stay for a year. haaretz.com Israeli Defense Minister Katz said he ordered the army to remain in West Bank refugee camps for a year and prevent residents from returning, deploying tanks to the area for the first time in over 20 years…
(2025-02-23). U.S. envoy Witkoff, about to visit Mideast for cease-fire talks, says Hamas must physically leave Gaza. haaretz.com Witkoff expressed cautious optimism over the deal's continuity, revealing that he will be visiting Israel and Arab states including Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar later this week. He repeated that 'the devil is in the details' of these upcoming negotiations…
(2025-02-23). 'October 7 brought Abera back. I don't think he would have come back any other way'. haaretz.com Israeli hostage Abera Mengistu's family felt silenced by the government from the start, and most Israelis didn't care too much about a mentally challenged Ethiopian man who wandered into Gaza more than 10 years ago…
(2025-02-23). Former U.S. envoy Dan Shapiro: 'Trump's Gaza plan is not serious and it's not going to happen'. haaretz.com
(2025-02-23). 'He can't be dead, he's alive': Children of Nir Oz struggle with losing their friend, Ariel Bibas. haaretz.com At a memorial rally for their murdered neighbors, a mother from Nir Oz shared that her son — best friend of Ariel Bibas — suggested, 'The terrorists are struggling to let go of him because he's funny and they love him.' When he was announced dead, the questions began: 'Why did he die — and how?'…
(2025-02-23). 'I remember what it feels like to have your children there. This hostage reality show needs to end'. haaretz.com Renana Gomeh-Yaakov's two children were released from Gaza in November, 2023. A year ago, the family was told their father was likely killed on October 7, and his body is held by Hamas. 'If it was up to him, he would have said forget it, let it go — but bringing home the bodies is incredibly important'…
(2025-02-23). In light of wavering cease-fire with Hamas, IDF bolsters forces in Gaza border area. haaretz.com GAZA: Hamas condemns delay in prisoner release, but ready for Stage 2 after mediator talks ‚ñ WEST BANK: 40,000 Palestinians 'evacuated' from refugee camps, tanks deployed in Jenin for first time since 2002 ‚ñ LEBANON: Israeli strikes amidst funeral of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah; Lebanese president: 'We are tired of other people's wars', Lebanon supports two-state solution…
(2025-02-23). Israel Katz: Troops will stay in West Bank 'for the coming year'. newarab.com 
Israel has been carrying out deadly
(2025-02-23). Israel Performs Parade-Like Fighter Jet Flyover For Arch Enemy's Funeral. twz.com 
Israel performed a very unconventional high-profile trolling today when it executed a gameday-like flyover of Hezbollah's deceased leader Hassan Nasrallah's funeral in Lebanon. The operation, which utilized two
(2025-02-23). Israel Carries Out Multiple Strikes Against Southern Lebanon, Overflies Nasrallah Funeral. news.antiwar.com Much of the news in Lebanon on Sunday was expected to be centered around the funeral for former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in late September by an Israeli airstrike. The Lebanon news never strays too far from active Israeli action, however. Israeli warplanes were seen overhead at the Beirut stadium where the …
(2025-02-23). Chinese FM reaffirms two-state solution as key to lasting peace in Gaza. ecns.cn A lasting peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved through the two-state solution, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a phone conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Saturday while returning from the Group of 20 (G20) Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa.
(2025-02-23). Amjad Taha: The UAE/Israel Mouthpiece. muslimskeptic.com This is a guest post by Abdullah Noorudeen from Coolness of Hind. In recent weeks, Amjad Taha, a British-Bahraini commentator, has been stoking anti-Muslim sentiment by asserting that Britain has more "extremists" than the Middle East. This statement was made during an interview with GB News, adding a curious dimension to the discussion. GBN recently made noise about …
(2025-02-23). Despliega Israel tanques en Cisjordania, por primera vez en más de 20 años. radiohc.cu Tel Aviv, 23 feb (RHC) El periódico The Times of Israel informó que las Fuerzas de Defensa de Israel desplegaron este domingo tres tanques en Cisjordania, un hecho sin precedentes desde 2002. El hecho se produce en ocasión de una ofensiva contra grupos "terroristas" en la región, a medida que Tel Aviv expande sus operaciones en el norte del territorio.
(2025-02-23). French carrier visits Philippines, flexes nuclear-powered muscle in disputed South China Sea. scmp.com The visit of France's nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, the Charles de Gaulle, follows joint combat drills with Filipino forces, a move likely to antagonise China.
(2025-02-23). This Tattoo Could Land You in Guantanamo. pressenza.com Imagine being forced to leave everything behind, your home, your family, your dreams, because US sanctions have devastated your country's economy, making day-to-day living increasingly unbearable. You endure a treacherous journey, risking everything for a chance at stability and to help your family back home, only to be met with handcuffs and an indefinite sentence in one of the world's most infamous prisons. | By Michelle Ellner | This is the fate of many migrants, including Venezuelans, fleeing an economic war waged by US policies. One of President Trump's first actions was to sign an executive order expanding…
(2025-02-23). Trump Gives Peace a Chance in Ukraine. fairobserver.com As we approach the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a monumental shift is taking place that might just lead to the end of this calamitous war. This is not a breakthrough on the battlefield, but a stark reversal of the United States position from being the major supplier of weapons and funding…
(2025-02-23). Mourners attend former Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's funeral in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Dressed in black, some waving Hezbollah flags or carrying portraits of Nasrallah, thousands flock to stadium in Beirut.
(2025-02-23). Thousands attend funeral of ex-Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands of mourners have attended the public funeral service for former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.
(2025-02-23). Hundreds of thousands attend Nasrallah funeral in Beirut. newarab.com 
Hundreds of thousands of mourners took part in the The ceremony at the Camille Chamoun Sports City stadium began at around 1 pm local time (11 am GMT). It has been one of the largest events in the country's recent history, with people attending from across Lebanon and flying into Beirut from at least 65 countries, particularly where Hezbolla…
(2025-02-23). DG ISPR holds interactive session with NCA Lahore students and faculty. gnnhd.tv 
'There is no doubt that, whether it's an earthquake, COVID, or any natural disaster, the entire nation looks to Pakistan Army first, and army has never disappointed'
(2025-02-23). Nasrallah: The loss and the promise. thealtworld.com Despite all the setbacks, commitment to the resistance to Imperialism and Zionism and to the victory of independent peoples of the region remains a living cause, for all decent people. | Many still find it hard to believe that our brilliant pole star could have been brought down by criminals with so little talent, just the persistence to pound an entire city with a series of massive bombs provided by sponsors on the other side of the world. | The loss of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah is still being felt by the people of Lebanon and by all decent people around the world. In Yemen, Nasrallah's portrait lines the streets…
(2025-02-23). Ta-Nehisi Coates' Trip to Palestine: Facing the Zionist Backlash. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-23). The Struggle for a Zone of Peace Continues: "US/NATO Out of Our Americas Network": The Legacy of Malcolm X, Augusto C. Sandino. globalresearch.ca Today, the US/NATO Out of Our Americas Network officially launches, marking a bold and action-oriented next phase in the Zone of Peace campaign. This date, commemorating the assassinations of Malcolm X and Augusto C. Sandino, serves as a powerful reminder …
(2025-02-23). Germany's CDU ahead in election exit poll, strong support for far right. aljazeera.com Friedrich Merz from the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is on track to be Germany's next chancellor.
(2025-02-23). Ukraine's Zelenskyy offers to leave office in exchange for peace, NATO. aljazeera.com Ukrainian president has been criticised by US President Trump, who called Zelenskyy a 'dictator'.
(2025-02-23). Some US agencies tell federal workers to ignore Musk email. aljazeera.com Billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk emailed federal workers asking them to list what they had done last week.
(2025-02-23). The protests in Serbia are historic, the world shouldn't ignore them. aljazeera.com Amid democratic backsliding across Europe, Serbian students have shown the way to reimagining democracy and governance.
(2025-02-23). The wounds of the 1944 deportation still fester in Chechnya and beyond. aljazeera.com The tragic history of trauma and repression in Chechnya must be a warning for those who want to abandon Ukraine.
(2025-02-23). Ukraine supporters rally in Washington DC ahead of third anniversary of war. aljazeera.com 'I'd like everyone to remember that Russia started it.' | Supporters of Ukraine have rallied in Washington DC…
(2025-02-23). Video: Trump lauds first month back in power before adoring crowd at CPAC. aljazeera.com At this year's Conservative Political Action Conference, US President Donald Trump revelled in the spotlight.
(2025-02-23). Can the US and Russia resolve the Ukraine war without Ukraine? aljazeera.com Experts debate the future of Ukraine as the US warms up to Russia and US-European relations shift.
(2025-02-23). Kohli century leads India to win as Pakistan left on Champions Trophy brink. aljazeera.com India beat Pakistan by six wickets in Dubai to leave their rivals on the brink of elimination from the Champions Trophy.
(2025-02-23). Liverpool go 11 points clear as Salah inspires 2-0 win over Manchester City. aljazeera.com Salah grabs a goal and an assist as Liverpool take a major step towards lifting the Premier League title.
(2025-02-23). Recibe primer ministro de Santa Lucía a secretario del ALBA-TCP (+Fotos). radiohc.cu Castries, 23 feb (RHC) El primer ministro de Santa Lucía, Philip Pierre, recibió al secretario ejecutivo de la Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos -ALBA-TCP-, Jorge Arreaza, se conoció este domingo en Castrier.
(2025-02-23). UK to unveil 'largest sanctions package' against Russia to halt war effort. gnnhd.tv 
UK's Lammy says new sanctions are key to breaking Russia's war machine…
(2025-02-23). Breaking the Debt Chains: Exposing the Myths of Tax, Spend, and Borrow. Elizabeth Kucinich. globalresearch.ca The debt-based money system and the Great Illusion of Scarcity. Illuminating a path to freedom and prosperity through monetary reform — The first of several articles on this topic. | * | My husband, former Congressman Dennis Kucinich and I first met …
(2025-02-23). From Chancellor to Dead Man Walking: Scholz's Track Record of Failures. sputnikglobe.com German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is likely to lose his position in today's snap election. Let's break down his legacy.
(2025-02-23). Microsoft announces quantum computing breakthrough with new Majorana 1 chip. gnnhd.tv 
Microsoft believes it has made a key breakthrough in quantum computing, unlocking the potential for quantum computers to solve industrial-scale problems. The software giant has spent 17 years working on a research project to create a new material and architec…
(2025-02-23). From Miami's hot streak to Denver's turnaround: Top post-All-Star break runs. gnnhd.tv 
A strong run after the NBA All-Star break is not rare. Which team could be the next to make a push?
(2025-02-23). Trump team pressures Mexico to impose tariffs on China to avoid US duties. scmp.com The move comes amid ongoing negotiations over migration and fentanyl concerns.
(2025-02-23). SA welcomes first visitors from China through new visa initiative. sanews.gov.za SA welcomes first visitors from China through new visa initiative | The digital Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) visa initiative is bearing fruit with the first group of visitors from China having arrived in South Africa at the weekend. | Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber along with Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille and other government and tourism stakeholders welcomed the first group of visitors from China through the TTOS visa initiative. | The 15 tourists arrived on Saturday through the Cape Town International Airport in the Western Cape. | The Ministers were delighted to welcome the tourists and a…
(2025-02-23). Berlin film festival top prize for coming-of-age drama, best director for China's Huo Meng. scmp.com Dreams (Sex Love) by Norway's Dag Johan Haugerud awarded Golden Bear, while Living the Land earns China's Huo Meng director prize in Berlin.
(2025-02-23). Why Ne Zha 2 is part of a broader Chinese cultural renaissance. scmp.com The film's strong box office performance marks a shift in how Chinese culture is perceived by young people in China and around the world.
(2025-02-23). Indo-Pacific realities mean Pakistan-China alliance can only deepen. scmp.com Given the India-US bromance, Pakistan and China have little choice. Expect Afghanistan to remain a focus amid efforts to counter US-led narratives.
(2025-02-23). From China to the world: Labubu and Ne Zha 2 set to drive Pop Mart's global expansion in 2025. channelnewsasia.com After the blind box craze, Labubu mania, and Ne Zha toy line's sellout success, Pop Mart unboxes its global growth strategy with CNA.
(2025-02-23). Britain to unveil sweeping sanctions against Russia. geo.tv 
Britain's Foreign Secretary David Lammy attends a meeting with Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China October 18, 2024. — ReutersLONDON: The United Kingdom will introduce its most severe sanctions against Russia on Monday, aiming to…
(2025-02-23). China rejects latest US restrictive measures. plenglish.com Beijing, Feb 23 (Prensa Latina) The Chinese Ministry of Commerce on Sunday rejected the announcements by the Office of the United States Trade Representative of new restrictive measures in sectors such as the Chinese maritime, logistics and naval sectors.
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(2025-02-23). European Approval of Experimental COVID-19 Replicon mRNA Injections Is a Grave Mistake. globalresearch.ca Last week, CSL and Arcturus Therapeutics
(2025-02-23). Dr. Meryl Nass: Culling poultry in response to bird flu is a failed strategy and should cease. expose-news.com Highlighting an article published by Science written by a known covid propagandist, Dr. Meryl Nass notes that the article demonstrates culling poultry is a failed bird flu strategy and should cease. She …
(2025-02-23). Chinese researchers find new bat-to-human coronavirus. 
The study was led by an expert from the Wuhan Institute known as "batwoman" | A Chinese research team has discovered a new bat coronavirus which uses the same receptor as Covid-19 to infect humans. The study shows the need to monitor the pathogen to prevent it from spreading, Reuters reported on Saturday. | The novel virus represents a distinct lineage of the HKU5 coronavirus, originally identified in the Japanese Pipistrelle bat in Hong Kong. | The study, conducted at the Guangzhou Laboratory, was led by Shi Zhengli, often referred to as "batwoman" because of her extensive work on bat coronaviruses. Zhengli i…
(2025-02-23). Was COVID-19 A Military Operation? Full Spectrum Deception. globalresearch.ca "COVID" was and is a military operation. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., now the U.S Secretary of Health and Human Services, has confirmed that "there were 138 companies that were involved in manufacturing and distributing the vaccine. They're all military contractors. …
(2025-02-23). Zelensky Pushes Back on Mineral Deal, Says Ukraine Not in Debt to the US. news.antiwar.com On Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky pushed back on the terms of the rare earth minerals deal that the Trump administration wants him to sign, insisting Ukraine was not in debt to the US. President Trump has previously said that he wants a deal with Ukraine that would give the US access to about $500 …
(2025-02-23). Russia launches record 267 drones on Ukraine, says Zelensky. scmp.com The huge attack came a day before the three-year anniversary of Moscow's invasion.
(2025-02-23). How the CIA Gave Birth to the Modern Drug Trade in the Americas. orinocotribune.com Anonymous officials informed major US outlets this week about the CIA's 'benevolent' new role: flying MQ-9 Reaper drones over Mexico to spy on drug cartels. What's wrong with this picture? | The carefully placed
(2025-02-23). U.S. investment policy seriously affects economic, trade cooperation between Chinese, U.S. enterprises: ministry. ecns.cn The U.S. move to release the "America First Investment Policy" memorandum seriously affects normal economic and trade cooperation between Chinese and U.S. enterprises, a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said Saturday.
(2025-02-23). Chinese researchers develop system for quantum direct communication. ecns.cn A team of Chinese researchers proposed a theory of one-way quantum direct communication and successfully developed a practical system, advancing quantum direct communication from a concept to the stage of practical application.
(2025-02-23). What Really Happened on October 7, 2023? Let It Happen to Wipe Gaza Off the Map. globalresearch.ca 
Read Part I: ⚪ By *** | Let It Happen to Wipe Gaza Off the Map : | In many respects the October 7 event has …
(2025-02-23). Trump addresses Gaza, Ukraine, and immigration in key speech. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – U.S. President Donald Trump spoke on Saturday night on a number of important topics, such as immigration laws, the war in Ukraine, and the current state of affairs in Gaza. Trump stressed his administration's commitment to reaching an economic agreement with Ukraine, obtaining the release of all hostages in Gaza, and carrying out mass deportations of illegal migrants while speaking at a conservative event in National Harbor, Maryland.Trump said during his speech that he would rather not speak about the Gaza issue in public because of current discussions. He did, however, reiterate that the US would kee…
(2025-02-23). Iraq plans Gaza hospital and support measures for Palestinians. newarab.com 
The announcement followed his meeting with Iraqi doctor Mohammed Ta…
(2025-02-23). Trump Calls for Peace in Ukraine and Palestinian Exodus in Gaza? Something Is Not Right. globalresearch.ca Looks like there is a fresh wind blowing over Europe. That's good. It is high time that European leadership is being called out on their hypocrisy and ever-increasing undemocratic, corrupt dictatorship. | Europe, as it is today, must change her course, …
(2025-02-23). Glenn Greenwald: Rachel Maddow Brings Back Russiagate Insanity. scheerpost.com
(2025-02-23). NATO's Fake Commitment to Peace: Russia's Proposals for Restructuring European Security. NATO's Atrocious Military Performance. globalresearch.ca Since the end of the (First) Cold War, Russia has tried virtually everything to establish normal relations with the political West. | It wasted decades on various treaties and "guarantees" that
(2025-02-23). Malcolm X's Family Lawsuit Accuses the CIA, FBI and NYPD in Icon's Assassination. globalresearch.ca In mid-November, three The daughters,
(2025-02-23). Changing Geopolitics: Africa's Development Under New AUC Leadership. globalresearch.ca Amid rapidly-growing uncertainty and challenges, the historic mid-February election of the African Union Commission's chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, during the extraordinary summit in Addis Ababa, signifies the collective commitment to fostering continental unity, coordinate multifaceted development and economic growth …
(2025-02-23). Yves Engler now a Political Prisoner. Protecting Dissident Journalism! The Need for Independent Media! globalresearch.ca "You will not be able to stay home, brother. You will not be able to plug in, turn on and cop out
| You will not be able to lose yourself on skag and skip out for beer during commercials, …
(2025-02-23). Europe: A Spectre of Irrelevance. Prof. Yakov Rabkin. globalresearch.ca Turmoil in international politics in mid-February has definitely eclipsed Saint Valentine's Day. While this was not unexpected, the new U.S. president spoke for 90 minutes with his Russian counterpart and warmly praised him afterward. The fact that this conversation happened …
(2025-02-23). The House of Cards of Russian Aggression Against Ukraine Collapses. globalresearch.ca The news from the New York Times is explosive: "U.S. Opposes Calling Russia Aggressor in G7 Declaration on Invasion". U.S. opposition to a draft Group of 7 statement on the third anniversary of the Russian attack on Ukraine comes after …
(2025-02-23). Ukraine faces tougher terms in new US minerals proposal — media. 
Washington reportedly seeks 100% ownership of an intended $500 billion fund based on the Kiev's natural resources | The Trump administration has presented Ukraine with a revised draft agreement demanding full US ownership of an envisaged $500 billion fund derived from Ukraine's natural resources. While the new proposal contains largely the same provisions that Kiev previously rejected, it appears to be even tougher, multiple media reports suggest. | Ukraine was presented with the revised proposal on Friday, the New York Times reported, citing unnamed Ukrainian officials and a draft of the deal. The new documen…
(2025-02-23). Ukraine rejects $500bn US compensation demand — Bloomberg. 
Kiev reportedly believes Washington's figure is far too high | Ukraine has pushed back on the proposed establishment of a $500 billion fund which would reimburse the US for its aid in exchange for a significant cut of the country's mineral revenues, according to an unnamed Kiev official cited by Bloomberg. Senior Kiev officials have insisted that actual US assistance was worth roughly $90 billion. | Speaking at a Conservative Political Action Conference on Saturday, US President Donald Trump said that the deal is "pretty close" and "we'd better be close to a deal." He also declared, "we're going to get our mon…
(2025-02-23). Zelensky says he is ready to resign. 
Ukraine's leader said that he is ready to step down if it means end of the conflict with Russia | Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has expressed his readiness to "exchange" his position for NATO membership and step down if it is necessary to achieve peace in Ukraine. | Speaking at the 'Ukraine. Year 2025' forum in Kiev on Saturday, Zelensky claimed he didn't intend to remain in power for many years. | "If peace for Ukraine, if you really need me to leave my post, then I'm ready. I can exchange this for NATO, if there are such conditions. I am focusing on the security of Ukraine today, not in 20 years, and I…
(2025-02-23). Zelensky warns Ukraine won't pay debt to US. 
The Ukrainian leader has dismissed President Trump's demand for $350 billion, insisting that Kiev received $100 billion as a grant | Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has said his country will not repay the assistance it has received from the US since the start of the conflict with Russia. He also suggested that US President Donald Trump's estimate that Kiev owes $350 billion is grossly exaggerated. | In recent weeks, the US president has ramped up his demands that Kiev reimburse Washington for all the aid provided since the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in February 2022. Trump has argued that if the cou…
(2025-02-23). Ukrainian city honors Nazi collaborator who applauded Holocaust. 
Authorities in Rivne celebrated the 120th birthday of Ulas Samchuk who called for the elimination of "Jewish chimpanzees" and Poles during WWII | The Ukrainian city of Rivne has celebrated the 120th birthday of Nazi collaborator and prominent anti-Semitic propagandist Ulas Samchuk, who welcomed the mass killings of Jews during World War II. | Russia has consistently claimed that the current Ukrainian leadership has been embracing neo-Nazi ideology and whitewashing known WWII-era collaborators. When the conflict between Moscow and Kiev escalated into open hostilities in February 2022, Russian President Vladimir…
(2025-02-23). Trump calls Trudeau 'a loser'. 
The outgoing prime minister has ruined his country with "Marxist policies," the US president claimed | Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is "a loser" who is ruining the country with radical left policies, US President Donald Trump has claimed. | Trump previously threatened to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian goods and suggested that its northern neighbor would be better off as "the 51st state" of the US. | The war of words between Trump and Trudeau continued after a hockey game between US and Canadian teams in Boston, during which fans of the visiting team booed the US national anthem. | Canada won 3-2 in…
(2025-02-23). Labor And The Coalition Have Pledged To Raise GP Bulk Billing. Here's What The Medicare Boost Means For Patients #Labor #Coalition #Have #Pledged #Raise #Bulk #Billing. #Here's #What #Medicare #Boost #Means #Patients #Investment #Fund #Contract #Company #Employee. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Labor yesterday foreshadowed a major Medicare change to address the falling rate of bulk billing, with an A$8.5 billion election announcement . The government said it …
(2025-02-23). US directs immigration agents to find, deport unaccompanied migrant children. scmp.com Over 600,000 immigrant children have crossed the US-Mexico border without a parent or legal guardian since 2019.
(2025-02-23). Fyodor Lukyanov: Ukraine, Russia, and the West's fatal miscalculation. 
This situation was always different from other Eastern European states — NATO just didn't listen | It's always easy to feel prescient in hindsight. I recall conversations from 15 or 20 years ago with Western interlocutors — who are now from unfriendly nations — on NATO expansion. The discussions always began in a relatively solemn manner. From our side, we politely asked, why are you doing this? The bloc was creeping ever closer to Russia's borders, despite assurances that it was not an anti-Russian project. Their response was equally polite: What are you talking about? This is not directed aga…
(2025-02-23). Trump transforms global alliances and will establish a new era of colonialism. internationalviewpoint.org President Donald Trump is fundamentally altering U.S. foreign policy and transforming global alliances that have been in place for eighty years. Trump has chosen Vladimir Putin over NATO. Trump and Putin apparently plan to impose a treaty that will force Ukraine to give up 20 percent of its territory and prohibit its membership in NATO. Trump points out that president Volodymyr Zelensky's low poll numbers, suggesting that he has no right to speak for Ukraine. The United States and Russia have long been imperial powers, and now they are cooperating and isolating from peace negotiations the European powers who fear…
(2025-02-23). Mattarella, la Russia e quello squallido teatrino politico. strategic-culture.su Il Presidente della Repubblica italiana Sergio Mattarella ha paragonato la Russia di Putin al Terzo Reich. A rispondere per le tristi parole del Presidente ci ha pensato una bella fetta del popolo italiano, che ha preso ufficialmente le distanze ed espresso sostegno alla Federazione Russa. | Segue nostro Non ci resta che piangere | Ci mancava solo questa: il Presidente della Repubblica italiana Sergio Mattarella ha paragonato la Russia…
(2025-02-23). 'Loathsome heirs of fascism will face inevitable retribution': Medvedev's resolute call for Russia's future. 
The former president has marked Defender of the Fatherland Day by honoring heroes and denouncing neo-Nazism in Ukraine | February 23 isn't just another day — it symbolizes our collective memory, glory, and pride, and stands as a testament to our unwavering belief in ultimate victory. This year, its meaning deepens as we honor it during the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland. | We will never forget the heroes of past generations. Their legacy guides us, inspiring us to live by their example. The stirring words of the great commander Alexander Suvorov — "We will forever serve Russia with faith and…
(2025-02-23). Merri-bek Council takes down Palestine flag. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-23). View From The Hill: Dutton Tries To Nautralise Health Issue By Saying, 'We'll Do Just What Labor Does' #View #Hill: #Dutton #Tries #Nautralise #Health #Issue #Saying, #'We'll #Just #What #Labor #Does' #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Peter Dutton has launched a game of one-upmanship after Anthony Albanese at the weekend unveiled Labor's $8.5 billion health policy that promises near universal bulk …
(2025-02-23). Black prisoners organize for dignity in Angola, Louisiana's modern-day plantation. peoplesdispatch.org 
Louisiana State Penitentiary is nicknamed after the former plantation site that it sits on. Those incarcerated at the prison say the practice of slavery is still alive and well…
(2025-02-23). International Book Fair ends in Havana. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 23 (Prensa Latina) The 33rd Havana International Book Fair, held from February 13 to 23, closes in this capital on Sunday with a ceremony at the San Carlos de la Cabaña Fortress.
(2025-02-23). Cuba congratulates Japan on its National Day. plenglish.com The Cuban Foreign Ministry also expressed its interest in strengthening ties with Japan. | Recently, Japanese Ambassador to Cuba Nakamura Kazuhito presented the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun to Cuban Deputy Prime Minister Ricardo Cabrisas, as a sign of the existing relations between both countries. | The dynamics of economic and political relations between both States were consolidated after World War II, although they acquired official status with the signing of a bilateral agreement in December 1929.
(2025-02-23). Arab League calls to establish a Palestinian State. plenglish.com Amman, Feb 23 (Prensa Latina) Arab League (AL) Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit affirmed on Sunday that only the establishment of a Palestinian State within the pre-1967 borders will lead to stability in the Middle East.
(2025-02-23). Behike, Cuba's cigar, the centerpiece at the Habano Festival (+Photos). plenglish.com 
Havana, Feb 23 (Prensa Latina) The Behike Line of Premium Cohiba cigars is the centerpiece of Cuba's 25th Habano Festival that will open next week in this capital with the participation of more than 1,000 delegates from 70 countries.
(2025-02-23). Cuba reports positive results in lung cancer treatments. plenglish.com Prensa Latina visited the chemotherapy ward of the Camilo Cienfuegos Provincial General Hospital, where the disease in non-small cells in advanced stages is treated with the Cuban vaccine CIMAvax-EGF Æ, the only one of its kind in the world. | The drug, produced by the Center for Molecular Immunology, is administered to patients if they meet the requirements to receive the vaccine. | At present, patients with lung cancer in Santi Spiritus have a survival rate of more than 85 percent and their quality of life has been improved. | Yeslyn Marin, president of the Sancti Spiritus Chapter of Oncology, stated tha…
(2025-02-23). Putin congrats Russians on Defender of the Fatherland Day. plenglish.com Moscow, Feb 23 (Prensa Latina) President Vladimir Putin sent a congratulatory message on Sunday to veterans, personnel, and civilian staff of the Russian Armed Forces (AF) on Defender of the Fatherland Day.
(2025-02-23). Moroshka Song and Dance Theater of St. Petersburg to perform in Cuba (+Photos). plenglish.com 
Havana, Feb 23 (Prensa Latina) Artists from the Moroshka (Blackberry, in English) Song and Dance Theater of St. Petersburg will perform on March 1 and 4 in this capital and in Santiago de Cuba, respectively.
(2025-02-23). Russia considers military operation as the only way to protect itself. plenglish.com Moscow, Feb 23 (Prensa Latina) The special military operation was the only way to protect Russia and its citizens, the deputy head of the Security Council, Dmitri Medvedev, said on Sunday.
(2025-02-23). øIngresarán fuerzas extranjeras en Ecuador. radiohc.cu
(2025-02-23). Embajada de Cuba en Dominicana acerca servicios consulares a interior del país. radiohc.cu Santo Domingo, 23 feb (RHC) La embajada de Cuba en República Dominicana desarrolló un Consulado Itinerante en San Francisco de Macorís, capital de la provincia Duarte, con el fin de acercar sus servicios a las localidades donde residen sus nacionales, trascendió este domingo.
(2025-02-23). Biblioteca Nacional José Martí en Feria del Libro (Audio). radiohc.cu Por vigésimo tercera ocasión la Asociación cubana de Bibliotecarios incluyó la realización del Encuentro Científico Bibliotecológico, en el programa de actividades de la Feria internacional del libro en La Habana.
(2025-02-23). Alertan sobre incremento de lluvias en occidente y centro de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) El Instituto cubano de Meteorología emitió este domingo un aviso especial sobre la posibilidad de que se incrementen los chubascos, lluvias y tormentas eléctricas en el occidente del país desde la tarde de mañana lunes 24, y desde la noche y madrugada del martes 25, en la región central.
(2025-02-23). Denuncian en Venezuela ataque contra las instalaciones eléctricas del estado de Anzoátegui. radiohc.cu Caracas, 23 feb (RHC) La Corporación Eléctrica Nacional de Venezuela -Corpoelec -, señaló en un comunicado que varias localidades de la ciudad de Barcelona se quedaron sin servicio eléctrico, hecho adjudicado a un ataque contra una central que presta servicio en el estado de Anzoátegui.
(2025-02-23). La CDU de Merz se proyecta ganadora de las elecciones alemanas (+ Video). radiohc.cu Berlín, 23 feb (RHC) Según las primeras proyecciones a pie de urna, se requerirán complejas negociaciones para la formación del próximo gobierno de Alemania, en un contexto donde la estabilidad es clave tras el colapso de la coalición que gobernaba desde 2021.
(2025-02-23). Registran fuerte llamarada en el Sol. radiohc.cu Moscú, 23 feb (RHC) El Instituto de Geofísica Aplicada de Rusia informó a la agencia de noticias TASS que registró este domingo una fuerte llamarada de clase M en el Sol.
(2025-02-23). Conceden a vice primer ministro cubano alta distinción de Japón. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) El "Gran Cordón de la Orden del Sol Naciente", la más alta distinción concedida por el emperador japonés Naruhito a ciudadanos extranjeros, fue otorgada al vice primer ministro de Cuba, Ricardo Cabrisas, por su contribución al desarrollo de las relaciones bilaterales entre ambos países.
(2025-02-23). Concluye en La Habana Feria Internacional del Libro. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 Feb (RHC) La 33 Feria Internacional del Libro de La Habana, marcada del 13 al 23 de febrero, cierra este domingo en esta capital con un acto en su sede principal la fortaleza de La Cabaña.
(2025-02-23). Abogan en Cuba por fortalecer vínculos con Brunei. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) La Cancillería de Cuba reiteró este domingo su voluntad de fortalecer los lazos de amistad y cooperación con Brunei.
(2025-02-23). Desde Cuba felicitan a Japón en ocasión de su Día Nacional. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) La Cancillería de Cuba felicitó este domingo desde su cuenta en la red social X al pueblo y al gobierno de Japón en ocasión de su Día Nacional.
(2025-02-23). Banco Central de Cuba otorgó licencia a empresa lituana para actuar como proveedor de servicios de activos virtuales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) El Banco Central de Cuba otorgó una licencia a la empresa lituana EBIORO UAB, para actuar como proveedor de servicios de activos virtuales.
(2025-02-23). CulminoÃÅ en HolguiÃÅn festival del audiovisual Por Primera Vez. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) Con la entrega del Gran Premio a la obra "Dos sillas", bajo la direccioÃÅn de JoseÃÅ NÃÉamanduÃÅ, culminoÃÅ en HolguiÃÅn la 17 edicioÃÅn del Festival Nacional del Audiovisual Por Primera Vez dedicada a la promocioÃÅn y visualizacioÃÅn de la creacioÃÅn de joÃÅvenes cineastas cubanos.
(2025-02-23). Felicita Putin a los rusos por el Día del Defensor de la Patria. radiohc.cu Moscú, 23 feb (RHC) El presidente de Rusia, Vladimir Putin, envió un mensaje de felicitación este domingo a los veteranos, militares y personal civil de las Fuerzas Armadas del país euroasiático, por el Día del Defensor de la Patria.
(2025-02-23). Visita de embajador guyanés, noticia en Villa Clara esta semana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) La visita de trabajo a centros socioeconómicos de Villa Clara por el embajador de la República Cooperativa de Guyana en Cuba, Abdool Halim Majeed, centró la atención informativa esta semana en la provincia, pues se trató del cuarto encuentro del diplomático y autoridades gubernamentales del territorio con el objetivo de reforzar lazos de cooperación.
(2025-02-23). Celebran en Cuba Día de los Defensores de la Patria rusa (+Fotos). radiohc.cu La Habana, 23 feb (RHC) El Ministerio de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias -Minfar-, y la embajada de la Federación de Rusia en Cuba conmemoraron este domingo en La Habana el aniversario 107 del Día de los Defensores de la Patria.
(2025-02-23). Alemania: conservadores al poder. radiohc.cu Tal y como lo habían anunciado las encuestas, la democracia cristiana junto a sus aliados social cristianos de Baviera, se alzaron con la victoria en las elecciones legislativas de Alemania, mientras la extrema derecha se consolidó como la segunda fuerza política del país europeo.
(2025-02-23). Buena Fe se presenta por quinta ocasión en Costa Rica. radiohc.cu San José, 23 feb (RHC) La tradición trovadoresca de siglos de música cubana y de otras latitudes sintetizada por el dúo musical cubano Buena Fe, devendrá este domingo por quinta vez impronta artística de estos dos artistas en Costa Rica.
(2025-02-23). Access to RSS feeds is rejected. reliefweb.int/rss.xml Your large amount of concurrent requests for RSS data causes problems. Use the API or contact ops@reliefweb.int…
(2025-02-23). AP sues White House staff over access restrictions. 
The news agency has been barred from attending certain events following the 'Gulf of America' dispute | The Associated Press, one of the world's oldest news agencies, has filed a lawsuit against three senior White House officials, accusing them of violating press freedoms by barring its reporters from covering President Donald Trump's activities. | The White House imposed restrictions on AP after it refused to use the term 'Gulf of America' instead of 'Gulf of Mexico.' | The complaint was submitted on Friday to the US District Court in Washington, DC. The news agency, whose journalists have been part of the pr…
(2025-02-23). White House teases Ukraine deal 'this week'. 
The US believes that Russia wants to sign an agreement to end the conflict, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has said | US President Donald Trump is optimistic that a peace agreement to end the Ukraine conflict could be reached within days, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has said. | Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Leavitt stressed that the Trump administration remains committed to swiftly ending the conflict, which is about to enter its fourth year. "The president and his team are very much focused on continuing negotiations with both sides of this war to end the conflict, and the president is…
(2025-02-23). Prof. Schlevogt's Compass No. 12: Man is an incurable gambler by nature — how liberals spur social sores. 
Americans wagered $1.4bn on the Super Bowl in 2025 alone, but liberals cunningly whitewash such excesses. Part 2 of a series on US gambling. | According to an English proverb, the best throw of the dice is to throw them away. | Despite its perennial truth and undisputable usefulness, this sage advice has not been heeded throughout the US in recent times. Much to the delight of permissive liberals, the road to a brave new world of ever-expanding gambling and concomitant social control through entertainment is getting broader there in real time, while the path to virtue is shrinking at the speed of a roulette wh…
(2025-02-23). German pro-business party leader retires after electoral defeat. 
FDP chief Christian Lindner has said that he will leave active politics | Christian Lindner, the leader of Germany's pro-business Free Democratic Party, has announced that he is retiring from politics following a disastrous defeat in Sunday's Bundestag elections. | Lindner served as finance minister in the 'traffic light' ruling coalition between his party, Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats and the Greens, which collapsed last year after the FDP leader pulled his support from the government due to a dispute over the budget. | "The federal election brought a defeat for the FDP, but hopefully a new begin…
(2025-02-23). WATCH Putin award Russian soldier from viral hand-to-hand combat video. 
Junior Sergeant Andrey Grigoryev defeated a Ukrainian soldier in a brutal knife fight last autumn | Russian President Vladimir Putin has awarded Junior Sergeant Andrey Grigoryev a Gold Star medal after he prevailed in a hand-to-hand fight with a Ukrainian serviceman, the video of which went viral on social media. | Grigoryev's heroics became widely known in early January. The
(2025-02-23). Moscow reveals format of new talks with US. 
The upcoming meeting will involve senior officials from the two countries' foreign services | A new meeting between Moscow and Washington is expected to take place in the coming week, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has said. | It will involve department head-level officials from the foreign services of the two countries, Ryabkov revealed on Sunday. The deputy foreign minister did not name any individuals he expects to participate in the meeting. | "We are open to contacts with the American side, in particular, to address the irritants in bilateral relations. We expect real progress when the mee…
(2025-02-23). A Fort Knox gold audit and revaluation is more complex than it seems. thesiriusrepo 
Ken and Paul assess ongoing developments in gold and silver markets and ask the questions that are largely being overlooked with respect to a Fort Knox gold audit and revaluation.
(2025-02-23). Britain's working class will never fight Starmer's war for Ukraine. 
The UK prime minister is mulling sending troops to Ukraine — but his ignored and alienated citizens won't follow | Following the Munich Security Conference last week, European Union leaders appeared shell-shocked by US Vice President J.D. Vance's scathing attack on Europe. | He criticized the continent for multiple reasons, including the lack of free speech, arrests of European citizens for inflammatory social media posts, insufficient commitment to security, and destabilization due to both legal and illegal migration. Although Vance seemed to address Western European politicians and officials, it is lik…
(2025-02-23). Russian soldiers fighting for justice — Putin. 
The president awarded honors to distinguished servicemen in a ceremony marking Defender of the Fatherland Day | Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday praised the country's military and its performance in the special military operation against Ukraine, stating that they have been fighting for "justice" and Russia's future. | The president made the remarks during a ceremony to celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day, when he hosted distinguished soldiers in the Kremlin and awarded them with state honors, namely the country's top Gold Star medal. | "Participants of the special military operation are true to…
(2025-02-23). Putin-Trump dialogue 'promising' — Kremlin. 
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said talking may clear the way for peace negotiations | Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has described the present dialogue between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart, Donald Trump, as promising, in an interview published on Sunday. | A call between Trump and Putin on Feb 12 was followed by a meeting of Russian and US delegations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia last week to advance efforts toward resolving the Ukraine conflict. | Speaking to Russia 1 TV journalist Pavel Zarubin, Peskov said the exchange between Putin and Trump was a step forward in a dialogue tha…
(2025-02-23). Top 10 essential memes you need to understand Russians. 
Each big topic last year soon turned into a meme, and each meme tells a story about modern Russians | Russian memes are in a peculiar place right now. Most of them have a short lifespan, and once they gain popularity and start appearing in ads, they lose relevance even faster. However, memes have become an essential part of discussing any news. When things are constantly changing and new events capture public attention daily, memes often give a better idea of the situation than traditional news articles. And they are definitely more memorable. | Moreover, Russian memes are thriving in other countries. Just loo…
(2025-02-23). Transcript of News X panel discussion of 22 February. gilbertdoctorow.com Transcript submitted by a reader: NewsX: 0: 00We continue this discussion with Gilbert Doctorow, Russian affairs expert located in Brussels; and also Keith Vaz, Chairman, Integration Foundation, located in London. I wanted to talk to you, Keith Vaz, about the European inclusion in peace talks. Zelensky has called for more European effort in ending this war. …
(2025-02-23). Trump's Ukraine policy shift signals new phase of US global war. defenddemocracy.press By Andre Damon 20 February 2025 On Tuesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a formal meeting in Saudi Arabia with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, the first high-level summit between US and Russian officials since Russia's February 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Following the meeting, Rubio announced that the US and Russia would work …
(2025-02-23). Ukraine War Day #1096: The Return Of The Big Mac Attack? — Part II. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
Dear Readers: | Continuing my review of The main item on the agenda here: Foreign cars. At the height of the sanctions, Russians got used to driving Chinese cars, of which there are 5-10 favorite brands. But what will happen if and when Western cars return to the market? The re…
(2025-02-23). Trump wants money back for Ukraine aid: 'rare earth and oil, anything we can get'. scmp.com Ukraine's Zelensky is caught in a war of words with the US president, who is pressing him to sign a US$500 billion mineral resources deal.
(2025-02-23). 'The Culture War was Always a Proxy Economic War' (w/ Catherine Liu). scheerpost.com
(2025-02-23). Ecosocialist Bookshelf, February 2025. greenleft.org.au 
Climate and Capitalism editor Ian Angus presents seven recent books on movement building, modern capitalism, evolution, ecology and colonialism.
(2025-02-23). D Is for Donald (and Decline). tomdispatch.com Count on one thing: in some almost unimaginable future, no American president (if we even have them anymore) is going to rename a mountain for Donald Trump as he's recently tried to do with North America's tallest peak. He wants Alaska's Mount Denali (to hell with Native American names!) to be called Mount McKinley in honor of President William McKinley, the man who, in the 1890s, launched this country as an imperial power of the first order. Of course, it's just possible that someday someone running (or do I mean: walking, hobbling, limping?) this country might rename the Bertha Rogers Borehole, the deepest hole…
(2025-02-23). Two far-right conferences in Europe capitalise on Trump presidency. wsws.org These parties have reacted with glee to Donald Trump's election as US president, recognising that they now have an extremely powerful ally across the Atlantic with whom they can press a reactionary agenda already substantially adopted by European governments.
(2025-02-23). Pentagon Chief Hopes Zelensky Will Sit at Negotiating Table 'Very Soon'. sputnikglobe.com WASHINGTON, (Sputnik) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should accept engaging in negotiations toward peace and economic partnership with the United States, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said on Sunday.
(2025-02-23). Fans prepare for historic Pakistan-India clash in Champions Trophy. gnnhd.tv 
Large screens have been set up at various locations in Lahore, Karachi, and other cities to watch thrilling contest…
(2025-02-23). Rainy week ahead: PMD predicts showers and snow for Pakistan's regions. gnnhd.tv PMD warns of possible flash floods in vulnerable areas of upper KP and AJK…
(2025-02-23). 48 Pakistanis deported from six countries; 38 offloaded at Karachi airport in 24 hours. gnnhd.tv 
Authorities urge travelers to ensure their visas and documents are in order to avoid such issues while traveling abroad…
(2025-02-23). WhatsApp to launch widget for direct conversations with Meta AI. gnnhd.tv 
This enhancement will streamline interactions by providing direct access to Meta AI…
(2025-02-23). US approves $397m for Pakistan's F-16 counterterrorism monitoring. gnnhd.tv 
Trump administration releases $5.3bn in previously frozen foreign aid, mostly for security and counternarcotics programs…
(2025-02-23). PM Shehbaz embarks on two-day Azerbaijan visit. gnnhd.tv 
During visit, several agreements will be signed in various fields of cooperation between two countries…
(2025-02-23). Pakistan sets 241-run target for India after early setbacks. gnnhd.tv 
Pakistan faced first setback at 41 runs when Babar Azam was dismissed for 23 runs…
(2025-02-23). Instagram DMs get major upgrade with pinning, music sharing, and scheduling. gnnhd.tv 
Users around the world can now access translation tools in Direct Messages and translate messages in 99 languages…
(2025-02-23). Security forces kill 7 khawarij terrorists in KP operations. gnnhd.tv 
According to ISPR, security forces carried out two operations in Dera Ismail Khan based on intelligence…
(2025-02-23). Germany polls could reshape Europe as conservative Merz aims to lead amid far-right surge. scmp.com The conservatives lead polls, with Friedrich Merz likely to be chancellor, while the far-right AfD could achieve a historic result.
(2025-02-23). Marape's message to PNG men, boys: 'Stop the violence against women'. asiapacificreport.nz PNG Post-Courier Prime Minister James Marape has issued a strong appeal to all young men and boys in Papua New Guinea — stop abusing girls, mothers, and sisters. He made the plea yesterday before flying to Australia, emphasising the importance of respecting women and children in society. Marape urged young men to take their issues…
(2025-02-23). Chinese woman in Panama camp says 'guarded like prisoners' after US deportation. scmp.com The woman, fearing retaliation, spoke anonymously, alleging restricted freedoms, constant surveillance, and phone confiscation.
(2025-02-23). Australia pushes for exemptions from Trump's tariffs in crucial US visit ahead of election. scmp.com Australia's treasurer Jim Chalmers is seeking US tariff exemptions for steel and aluminium, crucial for PM Albanese's government ahead of coming elections.
(2025-02-23). Jefffey Sachs' Explosive Address at the EU Parliament Sends Shockwaves Across Europe. marktanliano.net
(2025-02-23). Marian Anderson's legacy celebrated during rededication ceremony at Tindley Temple. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Worshippers gathered Sunday at Anderson was a lifelong member of the church on South Broad Street and rose to prominence during an era of American history…
(2025-02-23). Call to use water sparingly. sanews.gov.za Call to use water sparingly | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), uMngeni-uThukela Water and eThekwini Metro have urged the public to use water sparingly as eThekwini battle water supply disruptions. | In light of ongoing water supply disruptions in eThekwini, the Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, and Deputy Minister David Mahlobo convened an urgent meeting on Sunday with key stakeholders to address the matter. | The meeting included eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba, Trading Services Committee Chairperson Mdu Nkosi, uMngeni-uThukela Water Board (UUW) Chairperson Advocate Vusi Khuzwayo, and sen…
(2025-02-23). End of load shedding remains within reach. sanews.gov.za End of load shedding remains within reach | The Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is confident that the end of load shedding in South Africa is within reach. | Briefing the media on Sunday following an implementation of Stage 6 load shedding, Ramokgopa assured the nation that government and Eskom are making long-term decisions in the best interest of the country's power grid and economy. | "At all material points, we will never make expedient decisions at the cost of the grid, because the consequences will be too ghastly to contemplate. That is why it is important that to the degree tha…
(2025-02-23). South Africa makes strides towards removal from FATF grey list. sanews.gov.za South Africa makes strides towards removal from FATF grey list | The National Treasury has expressed satisfaction with the progress being made to remove South Africa from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. | This follows an announcement by the FATF on Friday, in which it upgraded four of the six outstanding action items at the conclusion of its latest plenary meetings in Paris, France. | The FATF is the international standard-setting body that oversees global compliance with anti-money laundering rules. | The FATF grey list refers to the FATF's practice of publicly identifying countries with strate…
(2025-02-23). Renewable Energy Is a Less Costly, More Efficient Climate Solution Than Carbon Capture, Study Finds. pressenza.com The benefits of investing in clean energy, including solar, wind, geothermal and hydropower, make renewables a more cost-effective option compared to carbon capture technology, according to a new study. | The study,
(2025-02-23). Trump administration putting USAID staffers on leave worldwide and firing at least 1,600. whyy.org
(2025-02-23). Development and its impact on shorebirds in Anguilla. globalvoices.org 
At least six of the species with diminishing numbers spend part of the year on the island Originally published on Photo of a Greater Yellowlegs shorebird via In December 2024, the non-profit international organisation
(2025-02-23). 'A piece of home I carry with me': What our mother tongues means to us. globalvoices.org 
Members of the Global Voices community discuss the beauty of and injustices faced by their native languagesOriginally published on Our mother language is much more than a system of communication. It shapes…
(2025-02-23). Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Pause. wattsupwiththat.com When your friends think you wrong and your opponents are saying nice things, a reevaluation of your position might be in order. Did it. It was still correct for the Thomas Jefferson Institute for Public Policy to put Virginia's energy ratepayers first and express concern for the financial harm they might suffer if a wind turbine project gets cancelled.
(2025-02-23). Why do Atmospheric Rivers Occur? wattsupwiththat.com Meteorologists favorite diagnostic for atmospheric rivers is integrated water vapor transport (IVT), which is the amount of water vapor times the wind speed, summed up in the vertical (that is where the integrated comes from). This quantity is more closely related to the potential for regional rainfall.
(2025-02-23). QUIZ: IA Interrogates! #10. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-23). A food hall with local vendors, a bar and social programming is coming to Philly's historic Bulletin Building. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A new food hall will debut this fall across from 30th Street Station at a prominent gateway to University City. It will include six local vendors, an elevated bar and small business development programs. | The Gather Food Hall and Bar
(2025-02-23). Big policy ideas that pass the pub test. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-23). Rural New England needs EV chargers for tourism. The Trump administration is making it harder to build them. grist.org 
When Charyl Reardon needs to charge her electric vehicle quickly, she has to leave her home in New Hampshire's White Mountains region and drive 65 miles south on the interstate highway until she reaches the capital city of Concord. | For those like Reardon, a resident of the Lincoln Woodstock community in northern New Hampshire, this kind of routine is not uncommon. Public charging stations for electric vehicles, or EVs, are scarce in rural parts of the state. Compared to the rest of New England, which includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont, the Granite State has la…
(2025-02-23). African countries urged to address climate change. sanews.gov.za African countries urged to address climate change | The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George has called on African countries to act with resolve and clarity of purpose on issues of climate change. | This as the Minister attended the annual Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change (CAHOSCC) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 16 February. | The meeting, which took place on the sidelines of the 38th African Union (AU) Summit, is where Heads of African States and Government consider climate issues of strategic importance to the Continent. | During this session, the…
(2025-02-23). Electricity Minister and Eskom to provide power update. sanews.gov.za Electricity Minister and Eskom to provide power update | The Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and Eskom will provide an update on the status of South Africa's electricity generation performance at a briefing this morning. | Sunday's briefing follows an announcement by Eskom that it has implemented Stage 6 load shedding. | "Eskom regrets to announce that Stage 6 load shedding was implemented at 1: 30am due to multiple unit trips at Camden Power Station and will continue until further notice. | "This measure followed the implementation of Stage 3, necessitated by multiple unit trips at Ma…
(2025-02-23). Government remains committed to preserving local industries. sanews.gov.za Government remains committed to preserving local industries | Government is committed to preserving local industries and safeguarding employment opportunities, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition said. | This as government acknowledged the concerns raised by the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) on the impact of ArcelorMittal South Africa's (AMSA) decision to wind down its long steel business. | "We recognise the significance of this matter for workers, the broader steel industry, and the economy," said the department in a statement on Saturday. | This as NUMSA staged a picket…
(2025-02-23). Minister meets His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini over FMD. sanews.gov.za Minister meets His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini over FMD | Challenges posed by the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in KwaZulu-Natal were at the core of Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen and His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini's meeting recently. | "The engagement formed part of the Department's [of Agriculture] intensified efforts to curb the spread of the disease and protect the province's livestock sector. The main objective of the meeting was to seek His Majesty's support in controlling the spread of FMD, which has remained a challenge in the region. | "KwaZulu-Natal continues to be one of the most a…
(2025-02-23). Sustainability of black farmers is crucial for SA's sugar industry. sanews.gov.za Sustainability of black farmers is crucial for SA's sugar industry | Government is committed to ensuring that the more than 24 000 black small-scale sugarcane farmers remain an integral part of the multi-billion-rand sugar industry, Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen said. | The industry is the bedrock of rural economies in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. | Steenhuisen met with a number of small-scale growers and the sugar industry leadership at KwaShukela in Mount Edgecombe, Durban. | "The sustainability of the small-scale sugarcane farmers must remain one of the main priorities for both government and the indu…
(2025-02-23). Canadian Author and Activist Yves Engler Arrested in Montreal. pressenza.com
(2025-02-23). Jeffrey Sachs' Explosive Address at the EU Parliament Sends Shockwaves Across Europe! pressenza.com Read the full transcript of Professor Jeffrey Sachs' speech in the European Parliament at an event titled "The Geopolitics of Peace", hosted by former UN Assistant Secretary General and current BSW MEP Michael von der Schulenburg, on February 19, 2025. | TRANSCRIPT:
(2025-02-23). Donald Trump questions US AID funding to India, says "They take advantage of us pretty good" ptcnews.tv
(2025-02-23). Could Algeria become a federal and secular state? pressenza.com Since its independence in 1962, the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria has adopted a whole series of constitutions that, sometimes amended or supplemented, have governed the country's political system. | The unitary state has brilliantly failed since independence. Find another form of state that allows each specificity, each cultural identity to be able to express itself in a space of freedom. | May the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria become a federal state! There is an urgent need for a new national and republican pact that imperatively and inevitably involves the establishment of a real and strong…
(2025-02-23). Dr. Meryl Nass: An Extended Presentation on Bird Flu. expose-news.com No one has got bird flu from cooking or eating cooked chicken. No one has got the virus from eggs. No one has got the virus from milk or dairy products. No …
(2025-02-23). Muslim rape gangs are linked to the heroin trade. expose-news.com It's likely that there are untold horrors still yet to be uncovered regarding the Muslim rape gangs in the UK. But one question that is rarely asked is whether the rape gangs …
(2025-02-23). News X (India) raises the game: panel discussions get serious. gilbertdoctorow.com News X (India) raises the game: panel discussions get serious As readers of these pages know, a couple of weeks ago I was prepared to throw in the towel and accept no further requests to participate in on air panel discussions hosted by the relative newcomer to international English language broadcasting from India, News X. …
(2025-02-23). WION, Indian English language global broadcaster: latest news on a Ukraine peace settlement. gilbertdoctorow.com WION, Indian English language global broadcaster: latest news on a Ukraine peace settlement I am pleased to present a 9-minute video on the prospects for ending the Ukraine war that was posted yesterday on the WION youtube channel. My interview starts from minute 3. A somewhat shorter version of the interview was incorporated by WION …
(2025-02-23). Elon Musk said all federal workers must explain last week's work. Key federal agencies are refusing to comply. whyy.org Confusion and chaos loom as hundreds of thousands of federal employees begin their workweek on Monday Musk's unusual demand has faced
(2025-02-23). SpaceX's Musk sued for custody of his alleged 13th child, by author Ashley St. Clair. scmp.com St. Clair, a conservative author, alleges Musk has refused to acknowledge the child and has limited contact, citing security concerns.
(2025-02-23). Come, let me tell you about my mother tongue: Tamazight. globalvoices.org 
(2025-02-23). The Playbook, Inning 7: Fantasy baseball managers must adjust to real-life trends. gnnhd.tv 
How to go from fantasy baseball novice to expert in one season? Part 7 dives into MLB's new normal and how fantasy managers need to adjust.
(2025-02-23). Why do we twitch in our sleep? gnnhd.tv 
Ever wondered what your pets are dreaming about when they suddenly kick their paws in their sleep? Maybe they're chasing a mouse, or a cat. Maybe they're pawing at you for treats. Or, maybe they're just running around the house, rummaging through the garbage,…
(2025-02-23). Marvel Rivals' US team is undergoing layoffs. gnnhd.tv 
Marvel Rivals, the Overwatch 2-lunch-eating multiplayer shooter that boasted 20 million players within days of its December 2024 launch, has laid off an unspecified number of employees in its US operations, according to separate posts by recently laid off emp…
(2025-02-23). Eero announces its new Wi-Fi 7 line-up. gnnhd.tv 
Amazon-owned Eero is updating its mainline mesh routers with Wi-Fi 7 options in the new Eero 7 and Eero Pro 7 that are available for preorder now ahead of their launch on February 26th. Pricing for the Eero 7 and Eero Pro 7 ranges from $169.99 and $299.99 for…
(2025-02-23). Alabama has minimal margin for error ⚪ and knows it. gnnhd.tv 
Last year's Final Four loss looms heavily over the Crimson Tide, who are contending with newfound expectations.
(2025-02-23). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-02-23). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-02-23). Elon Musk says all US government workers must justify their work or lose jobs. scmp.com Employees were asked in an email to submit five things they 'accomplished last week' by Monday.
(2025-02-23). Musk says all US government employees must justify their work or lose jobs. scmp.com Employees were asked in an email to submit five things they 'accomplished last week' by Monday.
(2025-02-23). Thieves used his card to buy winning lottery ticket — now victim wants to split the cash. scmp.com The US$523,000 prize, which has yet to be claimed, has put the thieves among France's most famous fugitives.
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(2025-02-23). Opinion: Trump's Relocation Idea for Palestinians Is a Pipe Dream. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-23). Calls to bring universal basic income to Greater Manchester to help reduce poverty and end homelessness. leftfootforward.org Campaigners are calling for a pilot Universal Basic Income (UBI) scheme to be introduced in Greater Manchester, starting with people experiencing homelessness. They argue the initiative could eradicate absolute poverty in the region. | The proposal is backed by researchers from Northumbria University and UBI Lab, a global network focused on UBI's potential. The goal is to reduce poverty, tackle unemployment, and improve overall wellbeing, offering financial stability to help individuals turn their lives around. | The pilot would run for over two years and would provide £1,600 a month to each participant,…
(2025-02-23). John Swinney calls for unity against climate change amid growing right-wing pushback. leftfootforward.org The SNP leader is urging for greater unity to make a renewed case for the urgency of climate action…
(2025-02-23). Right-wing media watch — The Sun's misleading attack on foreign aid. leftfootforward.org Far from offering constructive criticism, the Sun does a disservice to its readers by undermining the vital role that foreign aid plays in addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges.
(2025-02-23). AI Is Everywhere Since October 7, From the Battlefield to the Cyber Arena. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-23). Reflections on some statements of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Madkhali [59 of 80]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Rectify your hearts, thus, your tongues and limbs will be upright. Concern must be given to rectification of the hearts by adhering to truthfulness, sincerity, and repentance; concern must be given to "Muraqabatullah"[(a)], being cautious of showoff, envy, malice, and what corrupts the …
(2025-02-23). Ramadan 2025: Where will Ramez Galal's 'Ramez Elon Masr' be aired. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – With a brand-new prank show, Egyptian actor and prankster Ramez Galal is taking part in the Ramadan 2025 drama marathon.The contentious programs that the Egyptian musician Ramez Galal participates in during the Ramadan seasons have brought him back to prominence. He did not vanish during the forthcoming Ramadan 2025 race but instead made a comeback with a show titled "Ramez Elon Masr."Through the "X" platform, the "MBC 1" channel unveiled the first commercial for the forthcoming show featuring Egyptian musician Ramez Galal. Galal, as his fans have come to expect, graced the video with his sardonic and…
(2025-02-23). Sudanese RSF ink agreement to form rival government. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Two Sudanese politicians Al-Hadi Idris and Ibrahim Al-Mirghani told Reuters that the Rapid Support Forces (RFS) signed a charter with allied political and armed groups on Saturday to create a "government of peace and unity" in the areas it controls.Al-Hadi Idris, an ex-official and head of the Sudanese Revolutionary Front, revealed that a rival government formation will be announced in Sudan in the coming days.Reuters also reported that the charter was agreed upon not only by RSF representatives but also by Idris and Al-Mirghani, as well as the leader of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North, Ab…
(2025-02-23). Hunter Schafer's passport lists her as male after Trump's executive order. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Hollywood actress and model Hunter Schafer has voiced her frustration after discovering that her newly issued passport now lists her gender as male, despite identifying and applying as female. This issue stems from an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, restricting gender recognition to only male and female as assigned at birth in official federal documents.Hunter Schafer Speaks Out: "I Was Shocked" | Schafer, known for her role in the hit HBO series Euphoria, took to social media to share an eight-minute video detailing her experience and reaction."I'm not posting this to create fear, dr…
(2025-02-23). Dortmund's Guirassy scores four in 6-0 rout over Union Berlin. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Commentary: Stagflation is poised for a US comeback. channelnewsasia.com It's unlikely that the United States will suffer from inflation and unemployment as high as they were in the 1970s, but the conditions are ripe, says Bloomberg Opinion's Tyler Cowen.
(2025-02-23). This is the first house in Singapore to win an award at the prestigious World Architecture Festival. channelnewsasia.com Wallflower Architects' winning scheme redefines what it means to be sustainable — by 'expanding' a forest rather than just building a house.
(2025-02-23). Asensio bags brace to lift Villa to 2-1 win over Chelsea. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Atletico claim provisional top spot with 3-0 win at Valencia. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Benzema helps Ittihad secure 4-1 thrashing over title rivals Al-Hilal. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Flick says Barcelona must continue improving after reclaiming top spot at Las Palmas. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Heart and soul enough for Inter in vital win, says Martinez. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Inter take top spot after 1-0 win over Genoa. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Milan must learn to handle setbacks, Conceicao says. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Rashford impresses Villa boss, teammates in win over Chelsea. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Scotland coach Townsend proud of players in England defeat. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Simeone delighted with hard-working Alvarez after brace at Valencia. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Stevenson stops stand-in Padley to retain WBC lightweight title. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Title contenders Napoli focusing on the present as they look to end three-game slump. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). We found a way to win arm-wrestle, says England coach Borthwick. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-23). Should dinner be your smallest meal of the day? How does meal timing affect your health? channelnewsasia.com Experts explain how the size of your meals — and the time you eat them — can affect your health.
(2025-02-23). Jump rope is making a comeback in Singapore — here's why you should pick it up for a full-body workout. channelnewsasia.com Jump rope is commonly included in fitness routines such as CrossFit and HIIT, and for good reason: It burns more calories than running and it also enhances agility. Here's how to get roped in.
(2025-02-23). What Happened on the Global Day of Action to Close Bases. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2025-02-23). Pope Francis in critical condition after respiratory attack, says Vatican. geo.tv 
Decorated candles, flowers, and pictures of Pope Francis sit next to the statue of the late Pope John Paul II outside Gemelli Hospital, where Pope Francis is admitted for treatment, in Rome, Italy, on February 22, 2025. — ReutersPope not out of danger, condition continues to be…
(2025-02-23). Musk orders US federal employees to justify their jobs or face dismissal. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk watch the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Texas, US, November 19, 2024. — ReutersMusk says he's sending email to federal employees shortly.Workers may lose jobs if they fail to account for week's…
(2025-02-23). Germans start voting, polls suggest shift to right. geo.tv 
People walk past an election campaign poster of Friedrich Merz, Christian Democratic Union party candidate for chancellor, the day before the parliamentary election, in Potsdam, Germany, February 22, 2025. — ReutersConservative chief Friedrich Merz on track to become…
(2025-02-23). Prayers for Pope Francis, 'critical' in hospital. geo.tv 
(2025-02-23). Stories of Resistance: 'Galeano-inspired vignettes for a Trump 2.0 world'. greenleft.org.au 
Multimedia journalist and producer Michael Fox is back with a new podcast series, Stories of Resistance, which is packed with glimpses of inspiration in these dark times, reports Federico Fuentes.
(2025-02-23). Busselton comes out for trans youth. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-23). Lidia Thorpe says Closing the Gap strategy is 'collapsing'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-23). Photos: Remembering TJ Hickey. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-23). Women call for peace with justice. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-23). Congo's president vows unity government as violence spreads. newarab.com 
On Saturday, in some of his first statements since
(2025-02-23). Smear of the week — 'Handbaggate' — the Murdoch media's latest overblown smear on Rachel Reeves. leftfootforward.org Too often 'gate' is a pretty clear signal that some lazy journalism is about to follow. Remember Starmer and 'beergate?'
(2025-02-23). Démocratie, Gauche et Impérialisme : les guerres des élites occidentales contre l'humanité. defenddemocracy.press Aucune des interventions occidentales n'a apporté la démocratie ; toutes ont conduit à des désastres sociaux et nationaux dans les pays où elles ont eu lieu. Par Dimitris Konstantakopoulos Peu avant sa mort, dans une série d'écrits, Samir Amin a développé les deux questions qui le préoccupaient principalement. La première était la non-subordination de la Chine à la mondialisation financière, c'est-à -dire au pouvoir totalitaire du capital financier mondial — et également la non-conversion …
(2025-02-23). Understanding the Implications of US Vice President JD Vance's Confrontational Speech at the Munich Security Conference. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-23). 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
(2025-02-23). Tony Blair is Not the Solution to Ed Miliband. dailysceptic.org Toby Blair's Institute for Global Change has published a report that apparently tells Ed Miliband his Net Zero plans are unrealistic. But look closer and you find the same Green Blob pushing the same agenda, says Ben Pile.
(2025-02-23). In Sri Lanka, the new government's policy: a lost historic opportunity. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-23). Trump's job cuts at this overlooked agency put every American at risk. gnnhd.tv 
President Donald Trump says he wants the US to have the cleanest air and water on the planet — a desire, unsurprisingly, shared by all Americans. Those resources don't just appear. They come from nature. Freshwater mussels, clams, and aquatic vegetation, f…
(2025-02-23). Patrick Michael Quinn, 1942-2025. internationalviewpoint.org Patrick Quinn, who died on 4 January 2025 at the age of 83, was a terrific friend and political comrade for 55 years. Compared to me, he always seemed to have a larger-than-life personality. He was extroverted, gregarious, approachable, and often affable and even playful—with amazing raconteurial gifts and a more retentive memory than a herd of elephants. | – | / |
(2025-02-23). Three things people think they know about Ukraine in wartime. internationalviewpoint.org Everyday life in wartime – how to organise a mass army, signing up, deserting, training…. | – | / |
(2025-02-23). France: A united response to the pro-austerity and racist government? internationalviewpoint.org After three motions of no confidence on 6 and 10 February, the French national assembly approved the state budget and the social security budget, which were hardly different from those presented by the then prime minister Barnier in the autumn of 2024. The current government, led by François Bayrou, which wants to reduce the public deficit to 5.4% of GDP by 2025, has cut the budgets of several ministries: public development aid, ecology, culture, agriculture, research and higher education. A few gestures on natural disaster prevention, the Green Fund and the budget for the French Overseas Territories. Loca…
(2025-02-23). Hanna Perekhoda: 'The fight for freedom in Ukraine is intimately linked to the global struggle against fascist forces'. internationalviewpoint.org In this interview, Ukrainian historian and activist Hanna Perekhoda looks back at some of the preconceptions and simplifications that, in Western Europe, shape discussion of the war in Ukraine. | – | / |
(2025-02-23). Busting The Ghost In The Machine. levernews.com This is Lever Weekly, a recap of our work from the past week. If you only read one email from us all week, this should be it.Here's what The Lever published this week: :
(2025-02-23). Sindh governor promises Rs10m reward for team's victory against India. gnnhd.tv 
Tessori says, 'I am in London, but my heart and mind are focused on the Pakistan-India clash in Dubai'…
(2025-02-23). Are cats at risk of bird flu? What pet owners can do to protect their cats. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? While avian flu, commonly known as bird flu, Dr. Stephen Cole, director of the Clinical Infectious Disease Laboratory at the Veterinary Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania, says that while the number of documented reports of cats with avian flu have been low so far, the…
(2025-02-23). Is ignorance truly bliss? gnnhd.tv 
Who hasn't heard the phrase "ignorance is bliss" a thousand times? Like all cliches, it sticks because it's rooted in truth, but it's worth asking why ignorance can be so satisfying. If you read the history of philosophy, you don't find all that much interest…
(2025-02-23). "Release them now!": Joint statement on the detention of Turkish journalists. fidh.org
(2025-02-23). Bahrain: Joint letter to the European Union calling for the release of Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja and Mohammed Habib Al-Muqdad. fidh.org