(2026-05-28). Israel declares new swathe of Lebanon 'a combat zone', imperilling ceasefire. scmp.com Israel's military on Wednesday declared a new swathe of southern Lebanon as a combat zone and said residents in the area should move north, warning it would act "with great force" against Lebanese armed group Hezbollah in the zone. | The military's statement, posted on X, ‚Äåappeared to signal further escalation after more than 120 strikes on Tuesday hit Lebanon's south and east, despite a ceasefire announced on April 16.
(2026-05-28). Tuesday 6/2: No More Genocide! Protest at Microsoft Conference. indybay.org Ft. Mason Center | San Francisco…
(2026-05-28). Friday 5/29: Demonstration against genocide at the israeli consulate. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | San Francisco…
(2026-05-28). US military launches new strikes against targets inside Iran. scmp.com The US military carried out new strikes overnight in Iran targeting a military site and shooting down four Iranian one-way attack drones that posed ‚Äåa threat around the Strait of Hormuz, a US official said on Wednesday. | The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the military site that was struck was an Iranian ground control station in Iran's Bandar Abbas that ‚Å was about to launch a fifth drone.
(2026-05-28). US strikes Iran again, official says, after Trump denies deal on Strait of Hormuz. geo.tv 
(2026-05-28). U.S. strikes Iran after Trump denies deal on Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn The U.S. military carried out new strikes in Iran, targeting a military site that officials believed posed a threat to U.S. forces and commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a U.S. official said, hours after President Donald Trump dismissed an Iranian report of a deal to restore traffic through the strategic waterway.
(2026-05-28). US carries out fresh strikes at Iran military site near Hormuz, intercepts drones; Iran retaliates. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States has launched new military strikes inside Iran, targeting a military facility near the Strait of Hormuz that Washington believed threatened American troops and commercial shipping, Reuters reported Wednesday, citing a US official. | According to the official, who spoke anonymously, the operation was intended to address security concerns in the strategically vital region. US forces also reportedly intercepted and destroyed several Iranian drones that were seen as a threat to American personnel and vessels operating near the waterway. | The official told Reuters that the strike targ…
(2026-05-28). Kuwait faces missile and drone attack after US strikes Iran targets. scmp.com Kuwait said it faced a missile and drone attack on Thursday as the shaky ceasefire in the Iran war was again challenged after the United States conducted strikes targeting Iran and Tehran said it responded with an attack of its own. | Kuwait's military made the announcement, without providing further details on what had been targeted. | Kuwait repeatedly came under fire from Iran and Iranian-backed Shiite militias in Iraq during the war. No one immediately claimed responsibility for the attack.
(2026-05-28). Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it targeted US airbase in Kuwait. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said early on Thursday that it targeted a US airbase in Kuwait in response to an American aerial strike near Bandar Abbas Airport in southern Iran. | According to Iran's semi-official Tasnim News Agency, the IRGC said the retaliatory strike came at 4: 50 am (0120GMT), hours after what it described as a US assault on a point near the port city's airport using aerial projectiles. | "This response is a serious warning so that the enemy knows that aggression will not go unanswered, and if repeated, our response will be more decisive," it said. | There was no immediate…
(2026-05-28). Oil surges after Iran targets US airbase in retaliation. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices jumped more than 3% on Thursday after Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted a US airbase in response to a U.S. attack near Bandar Abbas airport. | Brent crude futures rose $3.51, or 3.72%, to $97.8 a barrel by 0344 GMT, while the more active August contract gained $3.35 or 3.63%, to $95.6. The July contract is set to expire on Friday. | The US West Texas Intermediate futures were up $3.31, or 3.73%, at $91.99. | Both ‚Å benchmarks slipped more than 5% to touch their lowest in a month in the…
(2026-05-28). Ceasefire fragile as US and Iran trade hits, Israel attacks Leb. newarab.com 
Here are the latest updates: | Back and forth contradictory statements between Iranian and US officials about the deal and what it entails
| Meanwhile, the United States has carried out new strikes on an Iranian military site near the Bandar Abbas port, causing no damage or casualties
| In response, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it launched an attack on an "American airbase". For its part, Kuwait's military said its air defences confronted "hostile" missiles and drones
| The Israeli military has issued forced displacement orders for the entire population of southern Lebano…
(2026-05-28). Iran prepares 'graveyard' for US troops? Mojtaba warns Trump & Bibi of total fallout if war returns. hindustantimes.com Iran has issued a sharp new warning to the United States and Israel as fears of another round of war continue to grow across the region. The I.R.G.C. warned that any fresh provocation by Washington or Tel Aviv would trigger a fierce response, with Iranian commanders declaring the country's southern coastline is fully prepared for battle.
(2026-05-28). Did Trump confuse Iran with Venezuela again? POTUS' speech goes viral: 'Have no Navy, Air Force…'. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump triggered fresh buzz after appearing to mix up Iran and Venezuela while speaking about ongoing conflict and negotiations, with his remarks quickly going viral online. Trump said the opposing side had "no Navy, no Air Force" before adding they "very much want to make a deal" — but warned that if talks fail, the U.S. may "have to finish the job."
(2026-05-28). Trump to convene full cabinet meeting as US-Iran talks reach critical stage. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump will convene a full cabinet meeting on Tuesday as negotiations between the United States and Iran enter a crucial phase, according to White House officials.
(2026-05-28). With Iran Deal in Limbo, Do US War Crimes Doom the World to Endless War? juancole.com ( Iran's conditions for a peace agreement are necessarily uncompromising, in response to the US record of using negotiations…
(2026-05-28). Trump's Abraham Accords Bid Undermined by Distrust of US. juancole.com The Conversation) — As the US and Iran try to come to terms on a peace deal to end their months-long war, US President Donald Trump this week has introduced a new demand — that other countries in the Middle East sign on to his
(2026-05-28). Cuban Embassy in the U.S. denounces falsehoods spread by Fox News. radiohc.cu The Cuban Embassy in the United States on Wednesday rejected the publications by Fox News, which began on May 21st, regarding alleged activities by the diplomatic mission and its officials that would interfere in the internal affairs of that country. | In an official statement released through its Facebook profile, the diplomatic mission affirmed that such accusations "are absolutely unfounded and are part of a defamatory campaign promoted by the U.S. government." | The Cuban representation emphasized that "the Cuban Embassy and all its officials strictly adhere to the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations in…
(2026-05-28). Rally at Brazilian Consulate Demands Lula Send Oil to Cuba. indybay.org Cuba has been under US attack, economic, one invasion, and subversion since 1962. Their crime was to kick out US crime connected corporations and institute a socialist economy.
(2026-05-28). Cuba warns world parliaments of threat of U.S. military aggression. radiohc.cu The president of the National Assembly of People's Power (ANPP) of Cuba, Esteban Lazo Hernández, warned international parliamentary leaders this Wednesday about the "real and dangerous threat" of direct US military aggression against the Caribbean nation, amid an escalation of tensions denounced by the Cuban government. | In an exercise of parliamentary diplomacy in defense of peace and sovereignty, Lazo Hernández—also a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba—sent an official communication to the heads of ten interparliamentary organizations, outlining H…
(2026-05-28). The War Against Cuba and the Collateral Damage in the United States. radiohc.cu 
The statements made on May 20 by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, along with the decision by the so-called Department of Justice to file charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro Ruz, were just two of the "news items" that in recent days have contributed to building a case against Cuba, which would eventually be used as a pretext to launch military action against the island.
(2026-05-28). BREAK Oil Blockade! At SF Brazilian Consulate Demands that Lula/Brazil Send Oil to Cuba. indybay.org
(2026-05-28). Cuban foreign minister questions El País's coverage of the island. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has denounced that the Spanish newspaper El País is carrying out an editorial campaign against the Caribbean nation by producing information from outside the island. | The foreign minister specified that the Cubadebate Media Observatory examined the articles published by the Spanish newspaper about Cuba over a week and confirmed that none were written from its correspondent in the country. | Bruno Rodríguez described this situation as a deliberate practice of reporting on the country from Miami and Madrid, following the narrative patterns of the United States, and presenting…
(2026-05-28). Friday 5/29: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp529…
(2026-05-28). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Mainland slams DPP's sustained separatist agenda. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesman on Wednesday criticized Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party for never abandoning its separatist agenda, urging it to recognize that both sides of the Taiwan Strait belong to one China.
(2026-05-28). Ebola outbreak: What travel restrictions have countries imposed? aljazeera.com Canada, the Bahamas and the US are banning arrivals from affected countries to prevent the spread of the rare strain.
(2026-05-28). China exports 68 GW of Solar PV amid Hormuz Energy Crisis. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Ember energy think tank The Hormuz energy crisis is having predictable effects. In March, China exported 68 gigawatts of solar panels, twice what it did in February and an all-time high. By a lot. That's one month of exports, and it equals all the solar panel capacity ever installed in Spain — which is no slouch when it comes to solar energy.
(2026-05-28). Shenzhou-21 crew to return to Earth in coming days. ecns.cn China's Shenzhou-21 crew has completed their in-orbit handover with the Shenzhou-23 crew on Thursday and they are scheduled to return to Earth in coming days, according to the China Manned Space Agency.
(2026-05-28). Chinese premier stresses efforts to build distribution hubs for bulk commodities. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for efforts to accelerate the building of hubs for the distribution of bulk commodities and important materials to ensure both development and security.
(2026-05-28). Did Ferrari Copy Japanese Car Design? thinktank.pk When Ferrari unveiled its first fully electric car, the Ferrari Luce, the internet reacted with shock rather than admiration. Social media users quickly compared the ‚Ǩ550,000 electric Ferrari to affordable Japanese vehicles such as the Nissan Leaf and even some Toyota models. The criticism became so intense that the debate rapidly evolved into a larger …
(2026-05-28). Why UN Day of Vesak makes its China debut in Wuxi, Jiangsu. ecns.cn The 21st Conference of the United Nations Day of Vesak opened on Tuesday in the city of Wuxi, east China's Jiangsu Province, marking the first time China has hosted this global Buddhist gathering.
(2026-05-28). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi adresses UN. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday, May 26, called on the international community to stand united and act together to defend, revitalize and strengthen the United Nations.
(2026-05-28). Offshore Wind Confusion: Refunding a Lease is not a Buyout. wattsupwiththat.com Word has it that the Feds told the developers to take the deal or they would simply cancel the leases, letting the developers sue to try to get their money back, someday. The Feds have a strong lever here which explains their getting promises from the developers that they would reinvest the refund in oil and gas development.
(2026-05-28). US returns Palestinian rights expert Francesca Albanese to sanctions list. aljazeera.com Trump administration has sought to pressure international officials who scrutinise reported abuses by Israeli forces.
(2026-05-28). Lighting giant Signify sees bright future in China, CEO says. ecns.cn Empowered by artificial intelligence, Amsterdam-based lighting company Signify is optimistic about the Chinese market, and will keep increasing local research and development investment to build a people-centered efficient intelligent ecology, said its China head.
(2026-05-28). As US Abandons Taiwan, China's Nuclear Ally Kim Unveils New AI Missile To Hit…? | North, South Korea. hindustantimes.com North Korea has reportedly conducted a new weapons test under the supervision of Kim Jong Un, showcasing a lightweight multi-purpose cruise missile system integrated with artificial intelligence. According to state media KCNA, the test evaluated AI-guided navigation, precision targeting, and combat readiness of tactical ballistic missiles and long-range artillery rockets. The missiles are believed to have a strike range of up to 100 km, potentially covering key areas near the South Korean border, including Seoul. Analysts suggest this may be the first public reference to AI-based missile guidance in North Korea,…
(2026-05-28). A New Cold War? Europe and Russia Slide Into Dangerous Confrontation. thinktank.pk The diplomatic confrontation between Europe and Russia has entered one of its most dangerous phases since the Cold War. European Union countries have openly rejected Moscow's warnings directed at foreign diplomats in Kyiv, while several European governments summoned Russian ambassadors in protest. The crisis is no longer limited to the battlefield in Ukraine. It is …
(2026-05-28). Insights | Russian expert roots for Russia-China cross-regional cooperation: The two sides always listen to each other's needs. ecns.cn "I have seen firsthand how the Chinese public and business community are eagerly anticipating the opening of the China-Russia Expo," recalled Zaklyazminskaya when she made a business trip to China and started off in Harbin.
(2026-05-28). Chinese military expels Dutch frigate from South China Sea waters. ecns.cn A Chinese military spokesperson said on Wednesday that the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command expelled a Dutch navy frigate from waters near the Xisha Islands in the South China Sea.
(2026-05-28). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-28). Press Freedom Book Festival Pushes T.M. Scruggs Who Cancelled Chris Hedges At Real News. indybay.org The Bay Area Press Freedom Book Festival is pushing T.M. Scruggs who ordered the cancellation of Chris Hedges show on the Real News Network. He also supported the corporate take-over of Pacifica by the the people who wanted to shutdown WBAI. KPFA management use Chris Hedges to raise money during the fund drive but refuse to put him on the air while they have dozens of hours of replaying Ian Masters and Brian Edwards-Tiekert on the air at KPFA. They are big supporters of the Democratic Party which T.M. Scruggs also supports.
(2026-05-28). Wednesday 5/27: Save the Clinics! Rally to Stop SF Demo Mayor Closure of Larkin St. Youth Clinic. indybay.org Larkin St Youth Clinic | 134 Golden Gate Ave | San Francisco…
(2026-05-28). New CA water coalition releases water plan that rules out the Delta Tunnel. indybay.org The release of the plan takes place at a critical time when California salmon and Delta fish populations have collapsed, due to the export of water south to corporate agribusiness and water agencies.
(2026-05-28). ICE brutalizes protesters at detention center in New Jersey as detainees go on hunger strike. wsws.org The attack marked a new escalation in ICE's repression at the prison, where 300 immigrant detainees are waging a hunger and labor strike.
(2026-05-28). Second death confirmed in Longview paper mill disaster, as officials say there is "no hope" for 9 missing workers. wsws.org The confirmed death toll from the Longview paper mill disaster rose to two Wednesday, with nine workers still inside the wrecked facility presumed dead.
(2026-05-28). Uganda closes border with DRC in an effort to contain Ebola outbreak. aljazeera.com Uganda has closed its border with neighbouring DR Congo for four weeks in an effort to contain an Ebola outbreak.
(2026-05-28). Google employee charged with insider trading over Polymarket bets. aljazeera.com Michele Spagnuolo allegedly used insider information to profit from bets on people on Google's most-searched list.
(2026-05-28). STREETSIDE: "Books aren't dying!" indybay.org A message from STREETSIDE, dedicated to Berkeley's Half Price Books.
(2026-05-28). Saturday 6/13: Author: Kimberle Williams Crenshaw, Backtalker. indybay.org San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium | 100 Larkin Street | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-05-28). Monday 6/1: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-05-28). Right-wing German expellee gathering in the Czech Republic: A political provocation. wsws.org For the first time, the "Sudeten German Day" gathering took place in Brno, in the Czech Republic, rather than Germany. Following the Second World War ethnic Germans, many of whom had supported the Nazis, were expelled from the former Czechoslovakia. This year's event served as a political provocation amidst the growing militarisation and eastward expansion of German imperialism.
(2026-05-28). Parisians defy swimming ban to cool off as record heat hits Europe. aljazeera.com Parisians cooled off in the city's Saint-Martin canal as an unprecedented heatwave pushed temperatures across Europe.
(2026-05-28). Ghana welcomes home citizens evacuated from South Africa. aljazeera.com The first flight carrying around 300 Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa following anti-immigrant tensions.
(2026-05-28). Tony Abbott to become Australian Liberal Party president in further lurch to right. wsws.org Abbott's ascendency signals that the Liberals are moving towards an openly far-right pitch, in a bid to stem their existential crisis and to compete with the fascistic One Nation.
(2026-05-28). Completion nears on quest to retrace ancestral roots. ecns.cn At a time of heightened political friction across the Taiwan Strait, a monumental four-year grassroots project to bridge the lineage of 100,000 divided clan members is nearing completion in a small village in Fujian province — counting Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's own family among its historical branches.
(2026-05-28). Trump weaponizes public health as Ebola epidemic expands. wsws.org As Ebola deaths surpass 250, the Trump administration has responded not with resources but with border control orders and offshore quarantine camps for American citizens.
(2026-05-28). "I'm just a number to them" : Garden Grove residents demand closure of GKN plant after toxic emergency. wsws.org The evacuation orders were lifted Tuesday night, but many residents face financial hardship and worry that the danger from chemical exposures, or a future explosion, has not yet passed.
(2026-05-28). Pakistani PM honored for agricultural alliance. ecns.cn Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was awarded the title of honorary professor by the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences on Tuesday in Beijing, in recognition of his contributions to promoting agricultural science and technology cooperation between China and Pakistan.
(2026-05-28). Reclamation announces increases in water deliveries, imperiling Sacramento River salmon. indybay.org The State Water Resources Control Board has sent a letter to the Bureau of Reclamation, pointing out that Reclamation plans to take more water out of Lake Shasta, leaving too little cold water to protect winter-run and fall-run Chinoook Salmon on the Sacramento River this year.
(2026-05-28). Hunger Strikes in ICE Detention are Ramping Up from Coast to Coast. indybay.org May 27, 2026 — From California to New Jersey, people in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention have launched hunger and labor strikes, bravely putting their lives on the line to demand their freedom and protest the horrendous and inhumane conditions they are subjected to in detention. At Delaney Hall in New Jersey, the labor and hunger strike began in response to people being denied fresh food, medical care, and functioning air conditioning. Reportedly, over 200 people remain on a labor and hunger strike inside the facility. At Adelanto in California, at least 20 people have gone on a hung…
(2026-05-28). The foreseeable catastrophe: How GKN Aerospace, California regulators and the Teamsters built the Garden Grove disaster. wsws.org Workers warned for years as management ignored failing tanks and Teamsters Local 952 buried grievances to preserve labor peace.
(2026-05-28). Serbian president meets representatives of Chinese companies in Zhejiang. ecns.cn Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic continued his state visit to China on Wednesday, arriving in Jiaxing, an industrial and cultural city near Shanghai. During the visit, he met representatives of major Chinese companies interested in investing in Serbia.
(2026-05-28). Trump-backed fascist wins Texas Republican primary. wsws.org State Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated incumbent Senator John Cornyn to be the Republican candidate for Senate in November.
(2026-05-28). Why Canada Is Betting on Sweden Instead of America for National Security. thinktank.pk The growing defense partnership between Canada and Sweden is no longer just about military procurement. It is becoming a geopolitical signal. Prime Minister Mark Carney has pushed Ottawa toward a new strategic direction by choosing Swedish defense giant Saab over major American rivals for Canada's next Arctic surveillance aircraft program. The decision has intensified debate …
(2026-05-28). Serbian president visits Shanghai's Bund. ecns.cn Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic enjoys the night views of the Huangpu River and strolls along the Bund in Shanghai on May 27, 2026.
(2026-05-28). Bullying, Union Democracy & the Fight for Membership Control: Lesson of Vegas IBT631 Fight. indybay.org The struggle for union democracy and membership control is being fought out in the Teamsters union in many locals. One of the fights was the effort to have an bylaw election in Vegas Local 631 and the effort to shutdown a vote on elected shop stewards.
(2026-05-28). Serbian President Vucic hails China's development during visit to CPC museum. ecns.cn Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic praised China's development achievements during a visit to the Museum of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-05-28). Saturday 6/6: De-ICE Citizens Bank. indybay.org Strawberry Village | 750 Redwood Highway Frontage Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941…
(2026-05-28). China fast-tracks innovative homegrown drugs as global partnerships grow. ecns.cn China's innovative drug industry is now expanding rapidly, with regulators approving 19 of these drugs so far this year alone. This includes 15 that were developed in China, while overseas licensing deals exceeded $60 billion in the first quarter, according to official data.
(2026-05-28). Sà£o Paulo university strike: 10,000 march on governor's palace in largest demonstration yet. wsws.org As 10,000 marched in Sà£o Paulo, pseudo-left leaderships steered the strike toward negotiations with a state government and a legislature dominated by the far right.
(2026-05-28). Chinese military spokesperson condemns Dutch warship's provocative acts in South China Sea. ecns.cn A Chinese military spokesperson on Wednesday condemned the provocative acts by a Dutch Navy vessel, urging the Dutch side to immediately stop its violations and provocations.
(2026-05-28). Mine disaster exposes grim reality facing Chinese workers. wsws.org The high death toll at the Liushenyu mine and widespread public outrage on social media has meant the tragedy could not simply be hushed up locally. A more sophisticated top-level cover-up is now underway.
(2026-05-28). Thursday 6/4: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-05-28). Sunday 6/7: LIVE DISCUSSION! With Argentinian Workers Occupying their Shutdown Factory. indybay.org Adobe Books ( 3130 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110)…
(2026-05-28). When AI meets youth: ASEAN youth explore smart future in Beijing. ecns.cn 2026 marks the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the China-ASEAN Dialogue Relations and the fifth anniversary of the ASEAN-China Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. At this historic juncture, facing the opportunities brought by the new era of artificial intelligence, the friendly exchanges allow Chinese and ASEAN youth to learn and seize the opportunities of the AI era, enhance friendship and mutual trust, and build momentum for practical cooperation and long-term friendship in the youth sector.
(2026-05-28). America 250th: Philly event highlights youth perspectives on the American Revolution. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? What does representation mean to a generation of Americans who have grown up amid political polarization, social media and uncertainty? | That question was at the center of Youth Voices and Perspectives on the American Revolution, a public conversation hosted by WHYY, the McNeil Center for Early American Studies at the University of Pennsylvania and the National Constitution Center on Wednesday night. | The event brought together students and history scholars to explore how…
(2026-05-28). Serbian first lady Tamara praises cheongsam during visit to Beijing. ecns.cn Serbian First Lady Tamara Vucic, wife of President Aleksandar Vucic, took part in a themed cultural activity in Beijing during the couple's state visit to China. She tried on a traditional cheongsam.
(2026-05-28). Vucic sees new chapter in bilateral ties. ecns.cn When robots performed Serbia's Moravac folk dance on Wednesday at an innovation center in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic saw more than a display of smart technology.
(2026-05-28). Nation expands push for investment. ecns.cn As the global economic recovery faces significant headwinds amid rising geopolitical risks, China is doubling down on high-standard opening-up, offering multinational corporations something that has become increasingly scarce: market stability, policy predictability and a vast consumer base, officials and experts said.
(2026-05-28). "You're setting an example for everybody" : Big Three workers back Nexteer rank and file as opposition mounts to third UAW-backed sellout. wsws.org The Rouge Workers Rank-and-File Committee at Ford Dearborn Truck Plant and a retired GM worker have issued statements of support for the Nexteer workers.
(2026-05-28). Chinese FM calls for rejection of unilateralism bypassing UN Security Council. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday called on the international community to reject all kinds of unilateral actions that circumvent the United NationsSecurity Council.
(2026-05-28). Ambitious solar thermal power project gets ready. ecns.cn In a solar thermal power project designed to provide stable electricity for the northern Xizang autonomous region, the installation of nearly 16000 heliostats—mirrors that concentrate solar energy—has been completed.
(2026-05-28). Sunday 5/31: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Strawberry Creek Park, 1250 Addison Street in Berkeley.
(2026-05-28). WSWS speaks to Australian disability advocate Megan Spindler-Smith on Labor's NDIS cuts. wsws.org "If you don't get access to support at the right age, during pivotal periods of mental and physical development, it can have long-term effects, including increased psychosocial disability and mental health challenges."
(2026-05-28). Unifor names Ford as its pattern-setting "partner" for auto contracts in Canada. wsws.org In explaining its decision, Unifor extolled its "longstanding and productive working relationship with the Ford Motor Company."
(2026-05-28). President, PM, military leadership reaffirm peace, stability on Youm-e-Takbeer. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in their messages on Youm-e-Takbeer on Thursday, reiterated that Pakistan is a responsible and peace-loving nation that respects international laws and norms, Radio Pakistan reported. | The president, in his message, said the nuclear tests conducted 28 years ago established Pakistan's deterrence capability and made the country the seventh nuclear power in the world. | Paying tribute to the scientists, engineers and armed forces, he said their dedication, professionalism and patriotism enabled Pakistan to achieve a historic milestone. | He also ackno…
(2026-05-28). China launches new communication test satellite. ecns.cn China launched a new communication test satellite from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province early Wednesday.
(2026-05-28). Ethiopia ramps up Ebola preparedness amid regional outbreak fears. ecns.cn Ethiopia says it is strengthening preparedness and surveillance measures to prevent a possible Ebola outbreak, as health authorities across Africa step up monitoring following rising cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
(2026-05-28). The SpaceX IPO: Speculation on steroids. wsws.org The SpaceX market launch could make Elon Musk, already the world's richest man, the first trillionaire.
(2026-05-28). Saturday 6/6: Santa Cruz Dyke Trans March. indybay.org Clocktower, Pacific Ave & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-28). May 29 general strike in Italy: What way forward for the working class? wsws.org To defeat Meloni, workers striving for political independence from the union bureaucracy and the parliamentary parties must be deepened through the establishment of rank-and-file committees.
(2026-05-28). Saturday 6/6: Everything Been Told About Communism is Wrong…Capitalism is a Failure… indybay.org 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, Ca 94704…
(2026-05-28). US Justice Department launches criminal probe into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll. scmp.com The US Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the writer who accused US President Donald Trump of ‚Äåraping her in the mid-1990s, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. | The probe was focused on whether Carroll committed perjury in testimony tied to two civil lawsuits that she won against Trump — one tied to her allegations that he sexually abused her in a New York department store and another over defamation in 2019, said the ‚Å source, who…
(2026-05-28). The WHO is at it Again: Climate Change Repackaged as a Health Emergency. wattsupwiththat.com What does not make sense is the relentless campaign to portray every health challenge as another symptom of the 'carbon dioxide crisis', even as the IPCC retreats from its most apocalyptic scenarios and real-world data show humanity becoming far more resilient to environmental extremes.
(2026-05-28). Earth is hot and getting hotter: UN warns next 5 years likely to smash records. scmp.com In the next five years, the Earth is overwhelmingly likely to surge again and again past the international climate threshold set as safe and shatter its hottest-year record along the way, according to new United Nations climate projections. | The World Meteorological Organization also forecasts an overheating Arctic that warms nearly 1.66 degrees Celsius (3 Fahrenheit) between now and 2030 and a dangerous drought with potential wildfires for the Amazon, a crucial part of Earth's natural defences…
(2026-05-28). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-05-28). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Brazil: Ensure Independent Criminal Investigations in Rio State. hrw.org
(2026-05-28). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Aid cuts and climate change drive deadly malaria surge in Zimbabwe. aljazeera.com
(2026-05-28). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Lurie STOP Destroying Services! SEIU1021 Members & Clients Rally For Larkin St. Clinic. indybay.org
(2026-05-28). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-28). Barcelona: Amazon factura millones y regatea céntimos a quienes trabajan… indybay.org Barcelona: Amazon factura millones y regatea céntimos a quienes trabajan… Basta Ya de agresión explotadora!
(2026-05-28). Argentina: La mirada de Rita Segato -entrevista. indybay.org Argentina: La mirada de Rita Segato -entrevista-…
(2026-05-28). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Israeli air attack kills at least two in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israeli forces intensify attacks, issue forced displacement orders for more towns and villages day after killing dozens.
(2026-05-27). Israel 'intensifies' attacks in Lebanon killing at least 31 people. aljazeera.com At least 31 people have been killed in Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon.
(2026-05-27). Why is Israel escalating its war on Lebanon now. newarab.com 
(2026-05-27). Israeli airstrikes kill 31, wound 40 in southern Lebanon. tribune.com.pk 
At least 31 people were killed and 40 injured in Israeli airstrikes Tuesday in southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. | The strikes targeted the towns of Burj al-Shamali, Kawthariyet El Riz, Habboush, Maarakeh and Selaa. | Lebanon's state news agency NNA reported that at least 10 people were killed, including women and children, in a single strike on Burj al-Shamali. The outlet also reported at least three airstrikes near the Qaraoun Dam in eastern Lebanon, home to the country's largest water reservoir. | The strikes came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to inten…
(2026-05-27). Global Sumud Flotilla urges probe of U.S. complicity in members' abduction and torture by Israel. radiohc.cu By Brett Wilkins / Common Dreams | Testimonies published Tuesday from activists, journalists, medical professionals, and others who took part in the latest international flotilla attempting to break Israel's genocidal siege of Gaza called for an investigation into US complicity in their illegal high-seas abduction and alleged torture, sexual assault, and other abuse by Israeli forces. | "As testimonies from the 428 participants illegally kidnapped by the Israeli regime continue to surface, the United States' critical role in the abuses and torture of humanitarian volunteers and journalists has become undeniable,"
(2026-05-27). Ukranian President Zelensky asks Trump for air defence as Russia escalates strike threats. tribune.com.pk 
President Volodymyr Zelensky urged United States counterpart Donald Trump to help Ukraine with air defence systems and interceptors as Russia threatens new strikes, saying that ballistic missiles remain Moscow's "last major advantage on the battlefield". | In a letter to Trump and the US Congress, seen by Reuters, Zelensky said: "I ask for your help in protecting Ukraine's skies from Russian missiles. We have already proposed that Ukraine is ready to purchase the number of Patriot systems and interceptor missiles we need." | This week, I prepared a special letter…
(2026-05-27). Trump appears to threaten Oman over Strait of Hormuz impasse. aljazeera.com The US president warns that Oman, a US ally, 'will behave just like everybody else, or we will have to blow them up'.
(2026-05-27). Trump appears to threaten to 'blow up' Oman, after question on Iran and Hormuz. scmp.com US President Donald Trump on Wednesday appeared to threaten to attack ally Oman if it sides with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. | Trump said Oman must "behave" or he would "blow them up", when he was asked if he would accept a short-term deal to allow Iran and the Gulf state to control the waterway. | "No, the strait is going to be open to everybody," Trump told reporters during a cabinet meeting at the White House.
(2026-05-27). COSCO products tanker leaving Strait of Hormuz, oil traffic still limited. al-monitor.com By Jonathan SaulATHENS, May 27 (Reuters) – An oil products tanker operated by Chinese shipping group COSCO was in the process of crossing through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, after two crude tankers sailed in the past day, although oil traffic overall was still limited, shipping data showed.Before the war on Iran began on February 28, shipping traffic through the Strait averaged 125 to 140 daily passages. Due to the conflict, 20,000 seafarers remain stranded inside the Gulf on board hundreds of ships.
(2026-05-27). US-Iran talks 'on track' after draft peace proposal revealed. newarab.com 
The New Arab's live blog has now concluded. Here are some key updates from today: | A new draft peace deal received by Iran says Tehran would fully restore commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, the US would end its naval blockade and withdraw its troops from the Gulf. | Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps says a resumption of conflict with Iran is 'unlikely,' says enemy is 'weak'. | Israeli forces issue evacuation orders for the south Lebanese city of Tyre and its surrounding area, sowing panic among residents who are marking Eid al-Adha. | An Israeli military official said that troops had begun operatin…
(2026-05-27). Iran says 'low' possibility of return to war with US. newarab.com 
Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Wednesday said The statement came a day after Iran accused the US of breaching the ceasefire in place since April, and warned it was ready to retaliate after the most serious strikes since the truce took effect. | The Middle East war erupted in late February with US-Israeli strikes on Iran, spreading swiftly across multiple fronts and engulfing the region while…
(2026-05-27). worse to Iranians lukewarm over internet blackout end. al-monitor.com Iran's move to reconnect the country to the global internet after an almost three-month blackout has left many Iranians unimpressed, with full connectivity far from restored and access seen as a right that shouldn't have been taken away in the first place.Iranian authorities on Tuesday began lifting the shutdown that started on the first day of the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic on February 28 ⚪ a repeat of January's internet shutdown during mass protests.
(2026-05-27). Iran's Supreme Leader Says Region Will No Longer Be a 'Safe Haven' for US Military Bases. news.antiwar.com Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written statement on Tuesday that the US will no longer have a "safe haven" in the Middle East for its military bases, remarks that come after the Iranian military struck US bases across the region during the US-Israeli bombing campaign against Iran. In the statement, released …
(2026-05-27). Big Oil cashes in on Iran war as drivers face soaring gas prices. nationofchange.org While Americans confront the highest fuel prices in years after the U.S.-Israel war on Iran disrupted global oil markets, fossil fuel giants are reporting surging profits, expanding stock buybacks, and prioritizing shareholder payouts over increased production.
(2026-05-27). Is it the "victory" narrative that no one believes, or the Battle of Hormuz? unitedworldint.com Asymmetric warfare, flawed intelligence assessments, and attacks that fail to achieve any of their objectives. By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The war that U.S. President Trump declared "won" in its very first week now presents a very different picture, especially when viewed from the Pentagon's perspective. The reality on the ground has not deterred Iran …
(2026-05-27). Chinese FM calls for advancement of U.S.-Iran talks. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday called for the advancement of negotiations between the United States and Iran.
(2026-05-27). Trump says US not satisfied yet on deal with Iran. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that he was not yet satisfied on a deal with Iran, adding that the US was not discussing easing sanctions on the country. | Speaking to reporters at a cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump said that Iran wants to make a deal. | "Iran is very much intent, they want very much to make a ‚Å deal. So far they haven't gotten there … we're not satisfied with it, but we will be. We will be either that or we'll have to just finish the job," Trump sa…
(2026-05-27). National Day of Action June 3, 2026! No U.S. War On Cuba! wibailoutpeople.org CALL FOR NO WAR ON CUBA CAMPAIGN The United States is escalating its imperialist threats against the sovereign nation of Cuba, calling for direct military intervention and regime change. The National Network on Cuba (NNOC) condemns these acts of aggression and calls for an international campaign to counter this escalation. The "No War on Cuba" …
(2026-05-27). Statement by Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez at Security Council debate. radiohc.cu Statement by Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla at the Security Council open debate on "Defending the Purposes and Principles of the Charter of the United Nations and Strengthening the UN-Centered International System," in New York on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, Cubaminrex. | Mr. President, Distinguished Permanent Representatives: | We highly value the leadership of the People's Republic of China in defending international peace and security, upholding international law, and preserving, strengthening, and appropriately reforming the United Nations, particular…
(2026-05-27). Tuesday 6/16: Cuba Community Call. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cuba616…
(2026-05-27). China and Cuba hold agriculture talks as Beijing backs Havana amid US pressure. scmp.com China and Cuba held talks on expanding agricultural cooperation in Beijing on Tuesday, the latest in a series of moves by Beijing to shore up support for the Caribbean island as Washington intensifies a campaign of sanctions, criminal indictments and military posturing against Havana. | Chinese Vice-Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Zhang Zhili met Cuban Deputy Agriculture Minister Telce Gonzalez to review joint projects and explore new areas of collaboration in the sector.
(2026-05-27). Agradece Bruno Rodríguez respaldo de amigos de Cuba en EE.UU. radiohc.cu Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, agradeció el respaldo a Cuba frente a la hostilidad de Estados Unidos, durante un encuentro con organizaciones solidarias con la isla en el país norteño. | El intercambio tuvo lugar en la ciudad de Nueva York, donde el canciller cubano intervino este martes en la sesión del Consejo de Seguridad de Naciones Unidas. | Rodríguez Parrilla informó en X sobre el encuentro, en el cual explicó a los amigos estadounidenses y cubanos residentes en esa nación cómo la actual administración al frente de la Casa Blanca amenaza con crear una crisis humanitaria en Cuba…
(2026-05-27). Más de 60 mil villaclareños reafirman desde el parque Vidal: ´Raúl es Cuba ª. radiohc.cu 
Con la asistencia de más de 60 mil villaclareños en la la Tribuna Antimperialista, presidida por la integrante del Comité Central del Partido y su primera secretaria en predios villaclareños, Susely Morfa González, y por la gobernadora Milaxy Yanet Sánchez Armas, se escuchó la voz de un pueblo alto y claro: ´Raúl es Cuba ª.
(2026-05-27). Cuba habilita trámite en línea para pasaporte corriente. radiohc.cu Ciudadanos cubanos mayores de 18 años, residentes en el territorio nacional, pueden solicitar en línea el pasaporte corriente, informó el Ministerio del Interior. | El servicio opera a través de la Plataforma de Información y Servicios Soberanía (www.soberania.gob.cu), como parte del compromiso gubernamental con la modernización de trámites públicos. | Para solicitar el documento, el interesado debe ser ciudadano cubano, mayor de edad, con plena capacidad jurídica y abonar el impuesto establecido de dos mil 500 pesos cubanos mediante sello de timbre. | El proceso inicia con el acceso a la plataforma y la autentic…
(2026-05-27). China reafirma su apoyo a Cuba y rechaza amenazas de EE. UU. radiohc.cu El Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de China reafirmó este miércoles, su respaldo a Cuba y defendió el respeto a la soberanía y la integridad territorial de los países. | En conferencia de prensa, la portavoz de la Cancillería china, Mao Ning, subrayó que Beijing siempre aboga por respetar la integridad territorial de los países y se opone a la amenaza o al uso de la fuerza en las relaciones internacionales. | La vocera añadió que China rechaza las violaciones de la soberanía y la injerencia en los asuntos internos de otros Estados bajo cualquier pretexto, y enfatizó que todos los países deben cumplir el derec…
(2026-05-27). Ejerce Esteban Lazo iniciativa de diplomacia parlamentaria en defensa de la paz y la soberanía del pueblo cubano. radiohc.cu En cumplimiento de sus atribuciones consagradas en la Constitución de la República y demás leyes vigentes como Presidente de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular y del Consejo de Estado de la República de Cuba, y en representación de nuestro pueblo; el diputado Esteban Lazo Hernández ha cursado comunicación oficial inmediata a los presidentes de 10 organizaciones interparlamentarias…
(2026-05-27). What's behind Israel's new targeting of Hamas leaders in Gaza. newarab.com 
After years of pursuit, Israel killed the commander of Hamas's armed wing, Describing him as a key architect of the 7 October 2023 attacks, Israel framed the "complex intelligence-driven strike" as a significant battlefield achievement. | Just days later, his successor,
(2026-05-27). No feasts, no joy: Gazans mark a dark Eid. tribune.com.pk 
New clothes for children, sacrificial sheep and Eid biscuits, the hallmarks of Eidul Azha, are all either unaffordable or unavailable in Gaza, casting a shadow over what is usually a time of celebration and joy. | "I go to the market only to look around because I cannot afford to buy anything. Whenever I ask about prices, I return heartbroken," Nadia Abu Shamala, a Palestinian resident of Gaza, told AFP. | "This year, Eid comes with none of the joy we once knew in Gaza because of the effects of the war, the soaring prices, and our inability to provide even the simplest needs for our children," said the 40-year…
(2026-05-27). UN raises alarm over killings of Gazans near armistice line. al-monitor.com By Emma FargeGENEVA, May 27 (Reuters) – About a third of Palestinians killed by Israel since an October truce were in areas near the military's armistice line with Hamas, raising concerns that troops may be shooting at civilians merely for approaching the area, the U.N. human rights office said.The office said such actions would constitute unlawful killings and thus war crimes. Israel's military, which says fire by its troops near the armistice line aims to thwart militant threats, did not immediately provide comment on the allegations.
(2026-05-27). Israel says it killed Hamas' new armed wing chief in Gaza strike. scmp.com Dozens of Palestinians carried the body of Hamas' armed wing chief through the streets of Gaza City in a funeral procession on Wednesday, a day after Israel killed him as it moves to eliminate the militant group's top brass despite a ceasefire. | The Israeli military said Mohammad Odeh was killed in a targeted attack on Tuesday night, just over a week after his predecessor, Izz al-Din al-Haddad, was killed in an Israeli strike on a Gaza residential block.
(2026-05-27). 2026 Gaza Flotilla Endures Attacks by Israeli Military and Taunting by Israel's Security Minister But Wins International Sympathy for its Cause. covertactionmagazine.com The largest civilian flotilla in the history of support for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank was intercepted at 10: 30 a.m. Türkiye time) on Monday, May 18, 2026, 250 nautical miles from Gaza. Multiple large Israeli warships disgorged a large number of Zodiac boats filled with combat-laden Israeli offensive forces. Some 45 minutes into …
(2026-05-27). Why did the American Psychiatric Association cancel my Humanitarian Award Lecture on Gaza? mondoweiss.net 
My lecture at the American Psychiatric Association's annual meeting on trauma in Gaza was canceled after a pressure campaign by pro-Israel groups. Health professionals must be able to speak about Palestinian suffering without fear of punishment.
(2026-05-27). Venezuela's Uncomfortable Reality. orinocotribune.com By Andreína Chávez Alava — May 25, 2026 | For the majority of my adult life as an anti-imperialist journalist who grew up alongside the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela, I have tried to live and work by the principle taught by Fidel Castro in 1961: "Everything for the Revolution; nothing against the Revolution." | I am not claiming that I have lived it perfectly. I have had stretches where I contributed to the very problem that I am about to describe. But I have also been on the receiving end of it: a left that polices its own with more energy than it organizes, that values being the first to condemn inst…
(2026-05-27). Startup Runway Keeps Shrinking, Founders Pretend It's Focus. moguldom.com 
The funding climate of the past two years has pushed early-stage startups into a familiar but increasingly tense position. The capital is harder to raise, the rounds take longer to close, and the runway that a single seed cheque used to buy has shrunk noticeably. Founders are reacting in the way they always do under …
(2026-05-27). China's industrial profits post fastest growth since 2023 as AI-driven exports surge. ecns.cn China's industrial profits rose at their fastest pace since November 2023 in April, driven by an export boost linked to the global artificial intelligence (AI) investment boom, according to official data.
(2026-05-27). Mary E. Mendoza on "Deadly Divide: How Insects, Pathogens, and People Defied the US-Mexico Border" publicbooks.org "Environmental history at its best really thinks about the ways in which various environments mediate and change dynamic, diverse human relationships."
(2026-05-27). Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention centre to close. aljazeera.com The US is set to shut down the federal migrant detention centre known as 'Alligator Alcatraz'.
(2026-05-27). Czech authorities arbitrarily arrest Russian cleric. infobrics.org Russophobic policies are worsening in Europe.
(2026-05-27). BRICS media are not an alternative for anti-imperial resistance. links.org.au 
Media giants from the global South are neither an ally of the left nor an alternative to the imperial media, writes Farooq Sulehria.
(2026-05-27). NJ Sen. Kim: "I Didn't Think" As He Aided ICE to Thwart Blockade. fightbackbetter.com The following is a comment by Jay Arena, He captured a video of NJ Senator Andy Kim who showed up to a protest outside Delaney Hall in Newark NJ on Memorial Day. He and other politicians showed up in answer to community members who have been supporting a hunger strike by 300 captives at the ICE Delaney site. The illegally restrained Delaney captives are victims of the illegal Trump Administration's war on NJ communities under fraudulent auspices of "immigration control." Delaney Hall is being operated as a death camp with inedible food in inadequate portions, rout with worms and mold to overcrowded captives mo…
(2026-05-27). Canada introduces temporary border measures over Ebola concerns. ecns.cn OTTAWA, May 26 ⚪ The Canadian government on Tuesday announced a series of temporary border measures to reduce the risk of the Ebola virus entering and spreading within Canada.
(2026-05-27). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-05-27). Taiwan's economy is booming thanks to AI. Not everyone sees the benefits. aljazeera.com Taiwan is experiencing explosive GDP growth due to chip exports, but some Taiwanese feel left out.
(2026-05-27). Trump White House Advances Plan Requiring Federal Workers to Sign NDAs. truthout.org The Trump administration has proposed a new policy that could require federal government employees to sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) in an attempt to limit damaging or embarrassing information from leaking to the press. Such leaks are a normal part of every presidential administration, as are attempts by presidents and their cabinets to limit what information gets out. |
(2026-05-27). AI and Cutting-Edge Digital Solutions for Hajj Season. ummid.com The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has upgraded its technical infrastructure at Jeddah, Madinah and Taif International Airports to streamline entry procedures for arriving pilgrims during the 1447 AH Hajj season.
(2026-05-27). US debt exceeds 100% of GDP, interest rates continue to rise. infobrics.org Interest rate increase can cause unprecedented strain on Trump administration.
(2026-05-27). Moana Pasifika captain hopeful their final whistle hasn't blown yet. asiapacificreport.nz By Christina Persico, RNZ Pacific senior bulletin editor Moana Pasifika captain Miracle Fai'ilagi says he still hopes the franchise will be saved. Shareholders of Moana Pasifika have voted to appoint liquidators to the franchise's holding company. The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) said it could no longer continue funding the team and it was "deeply disappointed"
(2026-05-27). Wimmy Road Boyz: Love, violence, masculinity on one night out. newarab.com 
Picture three British Pakistani friends in their early twenties cruising down Manchester's infamous There is heartbroken Immy, post-breakup, after losing the love of his life, convincing himself that meaningless flings will help block out the pain. | Then there is Khan, a Cambridge graduate about to start his dream job, still grieving the death of his brother while…
(2026-05-27). McKenzie congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on CAF Champions League victory. sanews.gov.za McKenzie congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on CAF Champions League victory | The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Mamelodi Sundowns on their remarkable achievement in securing the CAF Champions League title. | The Minister described the victory as a testament to the club's dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to excellence. | He added that Mamelodi Sundowns have once again demonstrated why South African football continues to compete at the highest level on the African continent. | "On behalf of the Government of South Africa and a…
(2026-05-27). Enough is Enough: Catastrophe in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. wsws.org The scramble for these resources has resulted in the decades of civil war, with various groups and armed bands seeking to gain control of territory.
(2026-05-27). China, Indonesia agree to intensify high-level exchanges, deepen multilateral collaboration. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Indonesian counterpart, Sugiono, on Tuesday, and the two sides agreed to intensify high-level exchanges.The two sides also exchanged views on international and regional issues, including the Middle East situation.
(2026-05-27). In pictures: From prayers to sacrifice, Muslims worldwide mark Eid ul Adha. geo.tv 
Millions of Muslims around the world are observing Eid ul Adha with special prayers, family gatherings, and animal sacrifices.The festival, also known as the "Festival of Sacrifice," commemorates the devotion and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim .From Asia to the Middle East, Europe,…
(2026-05-27). Chemical tank disaster averted in Southern California; owner GKN Aerospace is major military contractor cited for safety violations. wsws.org The near-disaster comes as the Trump administration is calling for an unprecedented 50 percent increase in the annual military budget to $1.5 trillion.
(2026-05-27). AP EAMCET (EAPCET) Preliminary Key 2026 Released: Steps to Download. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released today i.e. Monday May 25, 2026 Preliminary Key (Provisional Answer Key) of AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy, formerly known as AP EAMCET 2026, along with the response sheet (OMR sheet) of candidates on its official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
(2026-05-27). Students and workers in Germany demand the release of Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org The campaign for the release of 26-year-old Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk is meeting with a growing response in Germany. Students, workers and youth are expressing their solidarity and demanding his immediate release.
(2026-05-27). Trump's "Donroe Doctrine" Supercharges Violence in the Americas. theintercept.com 
The Trump administration's aggressive diplomatic and military engagement in the U.S.'s backyard — dubbed the Donroe Doctrine — has led to more violence in the Americas, increased impunity by local security forces, and heightened danger from cartels in the Western Hemisphere, according to a "U.S. pressure on organized crime is accelerating the spread of militarized security approaches in the region," according to Sandra Pe…
(2026-05-27). Kerala TET (December 2025) Result Out: Link to Check. ummid.com Kerala TET December 2025 Result: The General Education Department, Government of Kerala (Pareeksha Bhavan) has declared on its official website ktet.kerala.gov.in the result of the Kerala Teacher Eligibilty Test (KTET December 2025).
(2026-05-27). Call to enhance global ocean governance. ecns.cn Experts gathered in the coastal city of Xiamen for the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development 2026 Roundtable Meeting have called for broader efforts to enhance global ocean governance through multilateral cooperation.
(2026-05-27). Inside Long Island University's AI ≤ Center. ummid.com Amid the AI boom, AI ≤ is the new buzz word that has taken internet virtual space by storm, and the reason behind it is New York based Long Island University (LIU).
(2026-05-27). Intra-Brics Trade Just 5% of Global, Shows Huge Potential. infobrics.org The intra-BRICS trade has increased multiple times over the last few years but it accounts for only around 5 per cent of the global trade, reflecting huge untapped potential for deeper integration and stronger value-chain linkages…
(2026-05-27). "They Are Not Alone Inside" : Protests Outside Newark ICE Jail Support Hunger-Striking Detainees. democracynow.org 
Around 300 immigrants detained at the Delaney Hall ICE jail in Newark, New Jersey, have been on a hunger and work strike since Friday to protest inhumane conditions and due process violations. Delaney Hall is operated by the private prison company GEO Group. Since the hunger strike was launched, immigration advocates have been staging a solidarity protest outside Delaney Hall to promote the detainees' demands for freedom. Protesters and ICE agents have clashed outside the jail, and three people have been arrested. Tensions escalated on Sunday when ICE removed a hunger strike organizer, Martín Soto, promptin…
(2026-05-27). NJ, NY attorneys general launch investigation into FIFA World Cup ticket sales. whyy.org The attorneys general of New Jersey and New York have launched an investigation into NJ Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and NY Attorney General Letitia James announced Wednesday that they will be looking into FIFA's ticketing practices for the upcoming World Cup tournament. | The investigation comes after reports that fans are allegedly being misled about the locations of the seats they were purchasing. | They also alleged that FIFA's public sta…
(2026-05-27). F/A-18 Super Hornets Eyed To Replace Navy's Remaining F-5 Adversaries. twz.com 
The U.S. Navy appears to be preparing to replace its remaining
(2026-05-27). Norway to join France's nuclear umbrella, in move away from US reliance. scmp.com Norway will open talks with ‚Å France on joining its nuclear ‚Å umbrella, French President Emmanuel Macron and Norwegian ‚Å Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said on Wednesday, reflecting growing European concerns about relying on the US for security. | The move signals a shift by Norway, long a staunch Atlanticist that has relied heavily on Nato and the US nuclear umbrella, towards closer defence cooperation ‚Äåwithin Europe.
(2026-05-27). 140,000 pray at Al-Aqsa for Eid despite Israeli restrictions. newarab.com 
Over 100,000 worshippers performed The Islamic Waqf Department in Jerusalem estimated the number of worshippers who performed Eid al-Adha prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque on Wednesday morning at around 140,000. | This is the first time Palest…
(2026-05-27). White House prepares for UFC showdown for Trump's 80th birthday. aljazeera.com Construction is underway on the South Lawn of the White House in preparation for UFC Freedom 250.
(2026-05-27). NEET UG 2026: Candidates asked to submit bank details for fee refund. ummid.com NEET UG 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has asked candidates who appeared in the NEET UG May 2026 to submit their bank account details as it started fee refund process from May 22, 2026.
(2026-05-27). White House says Iranian media report on memorandum of understanding is false. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 27 (Reuters) – The White House on Wednesday said a report from Iran's state TV citing a draft of an initial, unofficial framework for a memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States was "not true" and that the cited memorandum was "a complete fabrication." (Reporting by Daphne Psaledakis; editing by Susan Heavey)…
(2026-05-27). China to host forum on global governance this autumn: FM. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ China will host a forum on global governance in the Xiongan New Area in north Chinas Hebei Province this autumn, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Tuesday.
(2026-05-27). Cost of Delaware port project rises, but officials won't say where the additional money will come from. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? A long-planned $635 million container terminal at the Port of Wilmington will cost the state another $110 million, but members of Gov. Matt Meyer's administration and the state legislature won't say where the money will come from. | The state has spent years pushing to
(2026-05-27). Hundreds flee India migrant crackdown toward Bangladesh. tribune.com.pk 
Hundreds of people in India's border region with Bangladesh have fled to the frontier, police said Wednesday, after the government ordered the construction of detention centres for undocumented Bangladeshi migrants and Rohingya refugees. | Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) swept to power in West Bengal state in early May with a hard-line policy to "detect, delete and deport" illegal migrants. | India's right-wing has long argued that illegal migration is a national security threat, and warned of a changing demography in India's border states. | West Bengal's governme…
(2026-05-27). Pope Leo's First Encyclical is a Warning about Artificial Intelligence. wattsupwiththat.com Has the Climate Crisis been downgraded in the wake of the RCP 8.5 cancellation?
(2026-05-27). Polanski calls for workplace temperature cap as Labour dithers. thecanary.co 
If you're reading this in the office to distract from how swelteringly hot you are, we may have good news for you. The Green Party is calling for workplaces to have maximum temperature caps: Climate justice is social justice. t.co/b2I31KSLWf — Zack Polanski (@ZackPolanski) May 26, 2026 Beat the heat As the Greens have noted, […] | By
(2026-05-27). China's weaving of a web of ties makes it a diplomatic superpower. scmp.com Beijing hosted the presidents of the United States and Russia within days of each other recently. China's rising diplomatic standing is no accident. It is grounded in a tradition of relational diplomacy stretching back centuries and reflected in the growing recognition across capitals that Beijing is a reliable partner. | The clearest articulation of China's foreign policy ethos comes from academic Qin Yaqing, a former president of China Foreign Affairs University, which has trained more than 600…
(2026-05-27). Report reveals impact of Australian school crisis on principals. wsws.org An Australian Catholic University report on the well-being of school principals points to intolerable conditions.
(2026-05-27). US ex-president Biden sues DOJ over release of interview audio. scmp.com Former Democratic US president Joe Biden sued ‚Å the US Department of Justice on Tuesday, seeking to bar the release of audio recordings and transcripts of private conversations with his biographer in 2016 and 2017. | The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Washington, DC, comes ahead of the department's planned June 15 ‚Äårelease of the materials to the US House Judiciary Committee and the conservative Heritage Foundation.
(2026-05-27). Muslims pray at Al-Aqsa Mosque to mark 1st day of Eidul Azha. tribune.com.pk 
The courtyards surrounding Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem on Wednesday — the first day of the four-day Eidul Azha holiday — were packed with Muslim worshipers performing Eid prayers. | Eidul Azha commemorates the readiness of Prophet Ibrahim ⚪ also known as Abraham to Christians and Jews ⚪ to sacrifice his son on God's command. | Muslims on this day sacrifice animals to remember Prophet Ibrahim's sacrifice, and the meat from those animals is distributed to the poor in the community. | This year's Eidul Azha holiday ⚪ one of the most important holidays in the Muslim calendar ⚪ comes amid con…
(2026-05-27). Cow Slaughter: The West Bengal Story. ummid.com Narendra Modi could bring an amendment to the Constitution and ban cow slaughter across India, but neither he nor his government is likely to do it…
(2026-05-27). Trump Defends Prediction Market Companies Against State Regulations. truthout.org On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced his support for prediction market companies, calling for continued federal control while lambasting state regulators. "It is critically important" that the federal Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) maintain "exclusive authority over Prediction Markets" in order for them to "thrive," Trump wrote on Truth Social. |
(2026-05-27). Suspension of India-Africa Forum Summit 2026. moderndiplomacy.eu The 4th India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV), originally scheduled for May 28 to May 31, 2026, in New Delhi, has been deferred to a later date due to the high risks of the Ebola virus, which is emerging and rapidly spreading from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in the central African region. The African Union …
(2026-05-27). New Jersey Gov. Sherrill wants data centers to pay for their own electricity. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday laid out a four-point plan that will require data centers to pay for the electricity they use, and to report how much power and water they consume. | Legislation is being crafted on these two points. The governor said guidelines are being developed to ensure community development agreements, so that data centers will help the communities where they are located. She said these deals will require data centers to…
(2026-05-27). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-05-27). Lawsuit Filed Over "Alligator Alcatraz" Air Pollution. commondreams.org The Center for Biological Diversity
(2026-05-27). 'Four Brothers gang busted': Canada police arrest 17 Punjabi youths for running extortion ring, likely to face deportation. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least 17 Punjabi-origin youths have been arrested by the Canadian police over involvement in extortion, shootings and arsons targetting South Asian business owners in the Great Toronto Area. | The Peel Regional police, in a release, said the group, known as "Four Brothers", carried out multiple violent incidents against restaurants, trucking companies, and other businesses in Brampton, Mississauga, Caledon and parts of British Columbia, with links to California in the United States. | The network is alleged to have intimidated, threatened and used violence to extort local businesses. | The accu…
(2026-05-27). Congress Moves To Block Trump Class Battleship Work Until Its Key Weapons Are Mature. twz.com 
Such a delay could end the battleship program before it really starts, and the House Armed Services Committee is also demanding answers on the new frigate.
(2026-05-27). Funding Failures Fuel Wildfire Risk on Tribal Lands. projectcensored.org Mismanagement of federal lands and climate change have caused "the number and intensity of reservation fires to soar," according to a May 2025 report by Lachlan Hyatt for High Country News. On the Colville Indian Reservation in Central Washington and tribal lands across the country, tribal wildfire programs are "underfunded…
(2026-05-27). Analysis-Canada turns from US to Europe as Iran war propels aluminium higher. al-monitor.com By Pratima Desai and Polina DevittLONDON, May 27 (Reuters) – Canada is pushing more of its aluminium towards Europe to make the most of higher premiums on offer, after its neighbour the United States imposed a 50% tariff on the metal last year.A loss of Middle East volumes due to the Iran war has hit Europe hardest and intensified competition with the U.S. for low-carbon supply, driving prices to extreme levels, with policy and prices determining where scarce aluminium is shipped, analysts, traders and aluminium industry sources said.
(2026-05-27). Europe's Rearmament Era: The Biggest Military Shift Since the Cold War. moderndiplomacy.eu European security has long relied on guarantees of the United States (US), under the umbrella of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), dating back to the Cold War. However, this era seems to be coming to an end. Europe has been quietly rearming in recent years, with defence expenditure increasing by 150% between 2020 and …
(2026-05-27). Why is there so little diplomatic action on Chinese state-sponsored hacking. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-27). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-05-27). Ceres records the highest 24-hour rainfall since 1955. sanews.gov.za Ceres records the highest 24-hour rainfall since 1955 | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that exceptionally high rainfall totals have been recorded at the Ceres Automatic Weather Station (AWS), highlighting a notably active start to the winter rainfall season over parts of the south-western interior in the Western Cape. | "Climatologically, May marks the transition into the Western Cape winter rainfall season. However, the magnitude of rainfall observed during May 2026 was significantly above normal," the weather service said on Tuesday. | Rainfall observations extracted on 22 May 2026 indic…
(2026-05-27). The world is in crisis. William C. Anderson sees a way out. therealnews.com 
In 2026, fascism in the US is rising while "the left" descends further into powerlessness, goofiness, and irrelevance—but, author William C. Anderson argues, it doesn't have to stay that way. | In 2026, fascism in the US is rising while "the left" descends further into powerlessness, goofiness, and irrelevance—but, author William C. Anderson argues, it doesn't have to stay that way. Democratic Party,fascism,video,fascism
(2026-05-27). Sunrise Movement Backs Saikat Chakrabarti, Progressive Firebrand Behind the Green New Deal. theintercept.com 
The former AOC staffer is an at-times divisive figure known for provoking the political establishment. Sunrise argues he's needed in Congress to take on Trump.
(2026-05-27). Cargill locks out Colorado beef plant, as struggles of meatpacking workers intensify. wsws.org The lockout followed an overwhelming rejection of the last contract offer by 85 percent.
(2026-05-27). Green friendship between Chinese and American take root in Maowusu sandy area. ecns.cn Standing in the Maowusu sandy area of north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Yin Yuzhen spoke emotionally into her phone to her old friend thousands of miles away in the United States, Ronald Sakolsky.
(2026-05-27). Arming for extinction: The climate cost of militarism. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-27). Muslim pilgrims stone the devil in final Hajj ritual. newarab.com 
Muslim faithful took part in the climactic ritual of the From dawn, crowds of pilgrims gathered in the valley of Mina, southeast of the It reenacts the Prophet Abraham's stoning of the devil at three places where Satan is said to have tried to dissuade him from obeying God's command…
(2026-05-27). Eid in West Bank overshadowed by hardship and occupation. newarab.com 
Palestinians marked However, families have tried to hold on to their holiday traditions despite arrests, displacement and loss caused by the Israeli occupations. | Despite efforts to preserve the However, for 51-year-old Osama al-Keishi, joy returned to his…
(2026-05-27). Children celebrate Int'l Children's Day in Qinghai. ecns.cn A themed event celebrating International Children's Day, along with the opening ceremony of the third "Hi! Qinghai" Cultural and Arts Festival organized by the Qinghai Women's Federation, was held in Xining, capital of Qinghai Province.
(2026-05-27). Packers' Josh Jacobs arrested on domestic abuse charges. aljazeera.com NFL star has been taken into custody on five charges, including felony strangulation, according to Wisconsin police.
(2026-05-27). Iran says US 'committing' to ending naval blockade in draft deal. newarab.com Iranian state television said on Wednesday a draft framework deal with the United States included Tehran and Washington have in recent days been
(2026-05-27). Kerala Plus Two Result 2026 Postponed, Check New Date. ummid.com The Kerala DHSE and Vocational Higher Secondary (VHSE) Class 12 (Plus Two) 2026 results, supposed to be declared today i.e. Friday May 22, 2026, have been postponed and delayed.
(2026-05-27). Albany Comedy Corner with Terrence Green. mediasanctuary.org On the Comedy Corner this week we had the hilarious Terrence Green with host Tyler Artis to talk about the Pride Extravaganza he's performing on. We talked about performing during pride and some Juneteenth talk sprinkled in there. It's a fun conversation with some laughs.
(2026-05-27). Industrial slaughter in Washington: 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical tank implosion at paper mill. wsws.org At least one worker is dead and nine remain missing after a massive chemical tank ruptured at Nippon Dynawave, a Washington paper mill with a record of safety and environmental violations.
(2026-05-27). US warplanes fly over Caracas in provocative show of semi-colonial dominance. wsws.org The show of force was aimed squarely at intimidation and demonstrating who is in control. Top generals and warplanes can land and depart as though the country were any military outpost on US soil.
(2026-05-27). Israel orders evacuation of the Lebanese city of Tyre amid bombardment. aljazeera.com Israel has ordered the evacuation of the southern Lebanese city of Tyre…
(2026-05-27). Universal Health Care Once Seemed on the Horizon in California. What Happened? truthout.org California voters are in the thick of a high-stakes governor's race, in which single-payer health care, an issue that was once central to state politics, has been pushed to the sidelines. Of the top five candidates, only one unequivocally supports a health care model that would finally put California on par with the rest of the industrialized world. Billionaire Tom Steyer… |
(2026-05-27). Claim: Michigan Tornadoes Linked to Climate ChangeRobert Vislocky, Ph.D. wattsupwiththat.com No historical tornado data was presented and no climate scientists were interviewed.
(2026-05-27). Jill Biden feared Joe Biden was having a stroke during disastrous 2024 debate. scmp.com Jill Biden feared her husband was having a stroke as she watched then US President Joe Biden stumble through a disastrous debate performance that led to the end of his 2024 re-election campaign, the former first lady said in a recent interview. | "I was frightened, because I had never ever seen Joe like that before or since. Never," Jill Biden told CBS News in an interview scheduled to air on Sunday.
(2026-05-27). Bangladesh officials step in to spare viral 'Donald Trump' buffalo. tribune.com.pk 
An albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" has been returned to its farm after Bangladeshi officials stepped in to stop its planned ritual sacrifice for Eidul Azha, local media reported on Wednesday. | The buffalo, raised at a farm near the capital Dhaka, became a viral attraction in recent weeks over its blond hair and apparent resemblance to US President Donald Trump's distinctive hairstyle. Crowds gathered daily to take pictures of the nearly 700-kilogramme animal, which went viral across social media and international news outlets. | The animal had already been sold to a buyer for sacrifice during Eidul Az…
(2026-05-27). Russia-China Bilateral Ties Progressing, Driving Mutual Economic Growth: Minister. infobrics.org Bilateral relations between Russia and China are progressing and driving mutual economic growth, Russian Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov said…
(2026-05-27). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-27). Can Iran Force America Out of the Middle East? thinktank.pk The latest warning from Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, marks more than another round of anti-American rhetoric. His declaration that "no US military bases" should remain in the region reflects a dramatic shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics after months of escalating confrontation between Iran and the United States. The statement also signals Tehran's attempt to …
(2026-05-27). Chinese FM highlights China's contributions to UN cause. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday briefed on his country's contributions to the UN cause at a high-level meeting of the Security Council.
(2026-05-27). Maine Removes Trans Sports and Bathroom Ban From November Ballot. truthout.org On Tuesday, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows ruled that a proposed ballot initiative banning trans students from school sports and bathrooms will not appear before voters this November. The billionaire-funded campaign initially submitted 79,692 signatures — well over the 67,682 required to qualify — and the Secretary of State's office certified the question for the ballot in March. |
(2026-05-27). Michael Brenner: Hegemony? strategic-culture.su What is hegemony? Is the United States losing it? | By Michael BRENNER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | HEGEMONY. "Hegemony, He…
(2026-05-27). 20 years on, north China's first state-level new area forges ahead with opening-up. ecns.cn Mega container ship the MSC MIA loads steel, chemicals and vehicles at north China's Tianjin Binhai New Area, as it prepares to leave for Angola and Namibia later this week, the latest sign of surging China-Africa trade.
(2026-05-27). Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder outlast Spurs to reach brink of NBA Finals. aljazeera.com Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder are a win away from a return to the finals after Game 5 victory.
(2026-05-27). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-05-27). Packaging company plant explosion in Washington leaves many dead, injured. geo.tv 
(2026-05-27). Global warming is heating rivers, endangering human food supplies. wsws.org Rivers around the world are losing oxygen, which threatens resources on which millions depend.
(2026-05-27). Australia's Combat Antisemitism Movement keeps slaying social cohesion. asiapacificreport.nz As the Bondi Royal Commission continues, one major campaigner against antisemitism demonstrates its vehement opposition to social cohesion. Wendy Bacon reports for Michael West Media. ANALYSIS: By Wendy Bacon Sheina Gutnick, whose father Reuben Morrison was killed in the Bondi Massacre, was the first witness at the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. She…
(2026-05-27). Russia Turning Siberia into an AI Computing Hub with China as Biggest Customer. infobrics.org The Kremlin is planning to turn the frozen wastes of its mythical tundra into one of the biggest AI data hubs on the planet and China has already signed up to be a customer…
(2026-05-27). Hijabi Miss Wayne County draws Islamophobic frenzy in US. newarab.com 
The first hijab-wearing Miss Wayne County rode through a Memorial Day parade in Michigan on Monday, drawing a wave of Ameera Hashwi, a Lebanese-American attorney, was crowned Miss Wayne County in 2025, becoming the first titleholder in the pageant's history to wear a headscarf. She is set to compete in the Miss Michigan 2026 pageant later this year. | Marking the…
(2026-05-27). At the Un-National Monument along the Canadian Border. worldbeyondwar.org 
By William Stafford, World BEYOND War, May 27, 2026 | This is the field where the battle did not happen,
| where the unknown soldier did not die.
| This is the field where grass joined hands,
| where no monument stands,
| and the only heroic thing is the sky. | Birds fly here without any sound,
| unfolding their wings across the open.
| No people killed-or were killed-on this ground
| hallowed by neglect and an air so tame
| that p…
(2026-05-27). In pictures: Muslims across the world celebrate Eidul Azha. tribune.com.pk 
Muslims around the world are celebrating Eidul Azha with prayers, animal sacrifice, and togetherness. The occasion commemorates the willingness and devotion of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice for the sake of Allah, teaching us lessons of obedience, patience, generosity, and faith. | Across the world, Muslims gathered to observe the occasion, filling mosques and streets with activity. Eidul Azha brings the traditional sacrifice of animals such as goats, with those of the Muslim faith distributing the sacrificial meat among their loved ones, neighbours, and friends. | People offer Eidul Azha prayers at the Rail…
(2026-05-27). Friday 5/22: No Azure for Apartheid Nakba Day Teach In. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/w5R03KFPQrW3vJ1……
(2026-05-27). Climate Gentrification in Atlanta Displaces Black Families. projectcensored.org Between the 1920s and 1970s, nearly 6 million Black Americans migrated from their homes in the South to the North. Adam Mahoney, a climate and environment reporter at Capital B, writes that twice that number will leave their homes due to climate-related events by the end of the twenty-first century….
(2026-05-27). Energy Apartheid Denying Africa Tech Future. wattsupwiththat.com The suspension of the Kenyan data center reveals a chasm between the fantasies of the climate industrial complex and the gritty reality of building a modern society. Such a gap engendered by misguided international policy might well be labeled energy apartheid.
(2026-05-27). Uncovering the Legacy of California Filipino Farmworkers with Dr. Robyn Magalit Rodriquez. indybay.org The history of Filipino farmworker organizing on the West Coast and in California was critical in the formation of the UFW. Dr. Robyn Magalit Rodriquez talks about this history and also the struggle to get this history out in the UC system. She also discusses the role of imperialism and capitalist politics that pits workers against workers and the role of imperialism in creating mass migration to the US.
(2026-05-27). Political leaders mark Eidul Azha with messages of unity, sacrifice and compassion. tribune.com.pk 
Political and government leaders across Pakistan on Wednesday extended Eidul Azha greetings to the nation and the Muslim Ummah, using the occasion to highlight themes of sacrifice, unity, public service, and support for the underprivileged, while offering prayers for national stability, security, and prosperity. | Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi | Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi extended Eidul Azha greetings to the Muslim Ummah, describing the occasion as a message of "sacrifice, love and obedience to God." | In a statement issued by the Interior Ministry, Naqvi said Eidul Azha carries "a great message of sacrif…
(2026-05-27). Serbian president praises China's tech achievements. ecns.cn On Tuesday, the third day of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's state visit to China, he spent about five minutes inside a newly released electric vehicle at the showroom of Chinese tech company Xiaomi's auto factory in Beijing.
(2026-05-27). Worker killed, dozens of firefighters injured in Staten Island shipyard fire and explosion. wsws.org Xiaoyuan Li, an immigrant worker, was killed and dozens of firefighters injured when fire and explosions tore through the May Ship Repair shipyard in Mariners Harbor, Staten Island.
(2026-05-27). Trump-backed Paxton topples Senator Cornyn in Texas primary run-off. aljazeera.com Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn in Texas race, setting up a November election that could decide control of US Senate.
(2026-05-27). Pro-Palestine activists arrested blocking New Jersey port. wagingnonviolence.org 
This article The protesters attempted to blockade weapons bound for Israel, part of a growing global movement to undercut the pillars of the Israeli war machine. | This article
(2026-05-27). The Pro-Israel Lobby's Quiet Cash Shuffle. progressivehub.net LUKE GOLDSTEIN | THE LEVER…
(2026-05-27). He Who Pays the Piper: The BBC, Tony Blair, Rishi Sunak and a Failure of Journalism. bylinetimes.com The BBC's Radio 4 Today programme this morning invited two former British Prime Ministers onto the show to talk about their vision for the future of the country. | Despite coming from very different political backgrounds, their prescription was strikingly similar. | "I do think artificial intelligence, is changing every aspect of our economy, our society, our lives," former Conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak told the show. | "And if I was back in office, if I looked at my diary and where I was going to spend my time as Prime Minister, I would be spending it on that". | Former Labour Prime Minister Tony Bl…
(2026-05-27). Airbus Looks To Sweden's Saab As Europe's Sixth-Gen Fighter Plans Unravel. twz.com 
With the pan-European
(2026-05-27). Israeli forces kill Palestinian in Jenin refugee camp. newarab.com 
Israeli forces killed a Palestinian man inside the "A citizen… was killed by Israeli fire in the Jenin camp, and ambulance crews transported his body to Jenin Government Hospital," the
(2026-05-27). Jill Biden worried husband Joe was 'having a stroke' during 2024 US debate. aljazeera.com The former US first lady said she had never seen former President Joe Biden act the way he did on the 2024 debate stage.
(2026-05-27). World Federation of Trade Unions prepares for 2027 congress amid imperialist aggression. peoplesworld.org 
Working people today are working harder than ever. The bosses are squeezing every minute out of them while rent keeps climbing and prices keep rising. The news is full of another war, another bombing, another country getting torn apart while politicians just want to talk about "national security" and "economic interests." One might be asking: …
(2026-05-27). Group of women and children with alleged ISIL ties returns to Australia. aljazeera.com Australian Federal Police have not made any arrests but say inquiries are ongoing.
(2026-05-27). Trump-backed Paxton wins Texas primary run-off, ousting veteran senator. scmp.com US President Donald Trump further cemented his grip over the Republican Party on Tuesday as his favoured candidate in a bitter Texas primary run-off, scandal-plagued Ken Paxton, trounced incumbent Senator John Cornyn. | Paxton's resounding victory, quickly called by Fox News and CNN after polls closed, underscored Trump's continued power to make or break Republican political careers – even as lawmakers on Capitol Hill begin to rebel over the Iran war, his White House ballroom project and a…
(2026-05-27). Strategic Integration of Ionian Upstream Assets into the Adriatic Energy Grid: Securing the Southern Flank. moderndiplomacy.eu The South-North axis of the Ionian Sea offers Europe one of its few immediate pathways for structural energy reinforcement without requiring colossal new infrastructure investments. Within this corridor, Block 2 on the Greek side holds immense strategic importance. It is far more than an isolated geological prospect. It serves as the critical, direct link connecting …
(2026-05-27). Stephen Miller Pushes False Claim That SNAP Requires No Proof of Financial Need. truthout.org During a roundtable meeting on Tuesday discussing supposed fraud in federal programs, White House senior adviser Stephen Miller falsely claimed that safety net programs do not require documentation of financial hardship from applicants. The roundtable, which featured Republican state attorneys general and Vice President JD Vance, was ostensibly convened to discuss efforts to root out fraud in… |
(2026-05-27). Democracy Now! 2026-05-27 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for May 27, 2026; "They Are Not Alone Inside": Protests Outside Newark ICE Jail Support Hunger-Striking Detainees; Capitol Police Officers Sue Trump over Slush Fund for Jan. 6 Rioters & Other Allies; "How Oligarchs Dominate Our Democracies": Northwestern Prof. Jeffrey Winters on Book "The Blind Spot" | Headlines for May 27, 2026; "They Are Not Alone Inside": Protests Outside Newark ICE Jail Support Hunger-Striking Detainees; Capitol Police Officers Sue Trump over Slush Fund for Jan. 6 Rioters & Other Allies; "How Oligarchs Dominate Our Democracies̶…
(2026-05-27). Trump's Crackdown on Legal Immigrants betrays America. juancole.com Tulsa, OK (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — My dad was a World War II refugee. He and my grandmother came to the US in 1947 with assistance from the International Refugee Organization (IRO), a precursor to today's United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHRC). With the current changes to immigration laws, would they have been able to become US citizens today? | When President Trump returned to office in 2025, he implemented a historic crackdown on legal immigration. His administration set the refugee admission ceiling at 7,500 people for FY 2026, the lowest level in the US refugee resettlement…
(2026-05-27). Dar, UN chief discuss regional conflicts, UN reform in New York. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres in New York on the sidelines of the UN Security Council Open Debate, where both sides exchanged views on a broad range of regional and global issues, including the Middle East, South Asia, Afghanistan, Palestine, and UN Security Council reform, the Foreign Office said on Wednesday. | Dar arrived in New York on Tuesday for an official visit from May 26 to 28 to participate in a high-level UNSC open debate convened under China's presidency of the council. | According to the FO, Dar appreciated the secretary…
(2026-05-27). Israeli court cancels Netanyahu's corruption trial hearing. tribune.com.pk 
An Israeli court agreed to cancel Wednesday's scheduled hearing for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony in his corruption trial, Israeli media reported. | The court's decision followed a request from Netanyahu to cancel Wednesday's hearing, saying he had been engaged in "security and diplomatic matters", according to Times of Israel. | The Israeli premier faces charges of corruption, bribery, and breach of trust in three cases, for which indictments were filed back in 2019. | Read More: Netanyahu concedes limits in influencing Trump | Netanyahu's legal troubles, which began with investigations around…
(2026-05-27). A loss for the community: Spokane women's soccer team to cease operations. peoplesworld.org 
SPOKANE, Wash.—On May 20, Spokane Zephyr FC, the women's professional soccer team, announced that the team would not be competing in the Gainbridge Super League 2026-2027 season and that the club will cease operations following the 2025-2026 season. According to the team owners, the community market is not right for women's soccer. However, many community …
(2026-05-27). Mine disaster in China: Another tragedy in the global industrial slaughterhouse. wsws.org The mine explosion is another graphic example of the dangers facing miners and other workers around the world as their lives and health are subordinated to the rapacious corporate drive for profit.
(2026-05-27). Rahul Gandhi: Don't shy away from word 'Muslim' while highlighting their issues. ummid.com In a significant policy shift, Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Senior Congress Leader, Rahul Gandhi, Saturday May 23, 2026 asked the party members to specifically use the word 'Muslim' while highlighting the issues concerning them.
(2026-05-27). New York State Renewable Permitting Scandal. wattsupwiththat.com I hope that the power of social media exemplified by Alexandra Fasulo can bring this to the attention of enough New Yorkers that the policies can be changed to protect the environment and interests of the local communities impacted by these industrial developments. The only way this can be fixed is for legislative change.
(2026-05-27). AFL-CIO praises Pope Leo's denunciation of AI's danger. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—The AFL-CIO strongly praised Pope Leo XIV's encyclical denouncing and warning about the dangers to workers, jobs, and humanity in general of artificial intelligence. In a 42,300-word encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, the highest form of Catholic teaching, the Pope, a native of Chicago's south suburbs who also spent years in Peru, declared human intelligence, and humanity …
(2026-05-27). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-05-27). Maha FYJC Admission 2026 Round 1: Last Date to Apply Extended. ummid.com Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2026 Round 1: The School Education and Sports Department, Govt. of Maharashtra has extended the last date of online registration for FYJC Class 11 Admission 2026 Round 1 which kicked off Thursday May 21, 2026.
(2026-05-27). UN chief warns of dangerous erosion of respect for int'l law. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ United NationsSecretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday warned of"a dangerous erosion"of respect for international law.
(2026-05-27). 'We have to save ourselves': Philly nonprofits are fighting for survival after a key sponsor lost more than $400,000. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A group of Philadelphia nonprofit organizations is collectively fundraising to replenish funding lost when the Twenty-four small organizations that had contracted their financial management to FNC collectively lost $426,081, according to a report by Social Impact Services. | "A few organizations had to close their doors. People have lost their jobs. Thou…
(2026-05-27). Google Unpacks Always ON AI Agent 'Gemini Spark'. ummid.com Tech giant Google Thursday May 21, 2026 unpacked Gemini Spark, a new AI agent which is always ON and runs in background without waiting for the users to start conversation.
(2026-05-27). US extends Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon until November. al-monitor.com By Ted Hesson and Ryan Patrick JonesWASHINGTON, May 27 (Reuters) – The Trump administration will extend deportation protections and work permits for thousands of Lebanese nationals in the U.S. for six months, according to a notice posted to the Federal Register on Wednesday.Some 11,000 people from Lebanon are covered under the Temporary Protected Status designation, according to a 2024 estimate. Under the move, they will be allowed to live and work legally in the U.S. through November 27, the notice said.
(2026-05-27). As New York transit workers prepare to fight MTA austerity, former union president Toussaint defends no-strike affidavit. wsws.org Following the last strike in 2005, Transit Workers Union Local 100 signed an affidavit forswearing the right to ever strike again.
(2026-05-27). Russian tourists gain access to QR code payments in more countries. ecns.cn MOSCOW, May 26 ⚪ The Association of Tour Operators of Russiasaid on Tuesday that Russian tourists can now pay for purchases via QR codes in China, Vietnam, Thailand, Türkiye, Egypt.
(2026-05-27). 'Muslim Met Gala' returns, as celebrities share their Eidul Azha day 1 looks. tribune.com.pk 
The first day of Eidul Azha is finally here, and just like every year, Instagram feeds are full of amazing fashion. Often dubbed by people as our local "Muslim Met Gala," the first day of Eid is an endless supply of festive food, family reunions, navigating the inescapable afternoon food coma, and undoubtedly the fashion. This year is no different, with everyone's favourite celebrities sharing their outfits and looking absolutely beautiful. | This year, instead of heavy and uncomfortable clothes, the stars are keeping it simple, elegant, and comfortable for the hot weather. Showcasing a lot of beautiful Lawn s…
(2026-05-27). They Are Building A UFC Arena On The White House Lawn. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Reading by Tim Foley: They are building a UFC arenaon the White House lawn,because the world has gone insane,and there are chatbots in our skulls,and our eyes have been crossed outwith black ink. They are building a UFC arena on the White House lawnso the president can watch men fight in a cagewhile the Paramount Plus …
(2026-05-27). Uganda closes border with DR Congo as cases of rare Ebola type surge. scmp.com Ugandan authorities on Wednesday ordered the closure of the border with Congo "with immediate effect" as suspected cases surge near 1,000 in its neighbour of a rare type of Ebola and as others emerge at home. | The measure, which goes against World Health Organization guidance, underscored growing fears of contagion in this East African country that, like Congo, has experience responding to Ebola outbreaks but is faced with a type this time, Bundibugyo, with no approved medicines or vaccines.
(2026-05-27). Hong Kong, Macao share nation's space pride, sci-tech dividends. ecns.cn Sunday's successful launch of China's Shenzhou-23 crewed spacecraft marked a historic milestone for the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions (SARs), as astronaut Li Jiaying became the first person from the SARs to travel to outer space and the fourth Chinese woman to do so.
(2026-05-27). IEC to launch 2026 electoral programme. sanews.gov.za IEC to launch 2026 electoral programme | The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) will today launch the country's electoral programme ahead of the general voter registration weekend scheduled for 20 and 21 June 2026. | The purpose of the event is to unveil the IEC's communication campaign, demonstrate readiness for the upcoming Local Government Elections and raise awareness on key aspects of the electoral process, including operational readiness, important timelines for the elections, and priority electoral information of interest to the public and stakeholders. | Last month, President Cyril Ramaphosa offic…
(2026-05-27). Stormont bill to outlaw barbaric hunting with dogs passes second stage. thecanary.co 
A bill that would outlaw the cruel practice of hunting wild mammals with dogs has now reached the committee stage at Stormont. Moreover, the Hunting with Dogs Bill sets out to: …prohibit hunting wild mammals with dogs; to prohibit trail hunting; to prohibit terrier work; and to set out exemptions from these prohibitions. It was […] | By
(2026-05-27). Nexteer workers: Vote NO! Prepare to walk out! The fight is ours to win! wsws.org The Nexteer Workers Rank-and-File Committee issued this statement to 1,300 workers at the Saginaw, Michigan plant voting on a third sellout contract pushed by the UAW bureaucracy.
(2026-05-27). Saturday 5/30: ICE Out! No Concentration Camps in Gilroy, Dublin, and the Bay Area! indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose…
(2026-05-27). Trump's War on ISIS Is Failing, No Matter How Gorka Spins It. theintercept.com 
White House counterterrorism czar Sebastian Gorka was on a mission. He wanted someone dead, and he knew who could make it happen. | It was eight days after Donald Trump took office for a second time, and Gorka, the senior counterterrorism director on President Trump's National Security Council, walked into the Oval Office accompanied by a member of his own counterterrorism team and his boss, then-national security adviser Mike Waltz. The group approached the Resolute desk and laid an intelligence "place mat" with information about a man in Somalia in front of the president. | "Sir, ISIS leader, killed American…
(2026-05-27). Gov. Shapiro announces plan to attract 'responsible' data center development. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Wednesday announced a plan to attract the development of data centers in the state with incentives for operators that commit to reducing their impacts on the electric grid and the environment. | Under Shapiro's proposal, developers could receive perks like tax incentives and streamlined permitting only if they take steps to reduce their impact on the environment and electric grid, and invest in communities. | The governor said he believes th…
(2026-05-27). France Acknowledges Need for Slavery Reparations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | "Slave Chain with Four Yokes" from the Dexue voodoo convent in Adounko, Benin, dating from the 19th century at the Memorial ACTe, the Caribbean Centre of Expression and Memory of Slavery and the Slave Trade, in Point-a-Pitre, May 8, 2015. | © 2015 Nicolas Derne/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-05-27). Adani US Settlement, But At What Cost? ummid.com When Narendra Modi took charge of India's economy, he loudly promoted the slogan 'Make in India' and portrayed as if he is trying hard to attract companies from around the world to invest in the country, he however ended up with 'Make America Great Again'.
(2026-05-27). Una histórica iglesia de Wilmington resulta dañada en un incendio masivo. whyy.org A las 3 a.m. del domingo, las llamas arrasaron la histórica Mother African Union Church en Wilmington, dejando tras de sí únicamente partes de la estructura del santuario. Las cenizas cubrieron las calles y el humo permaneció en el aire durante horas. Si bien dos bomberos sufrieron heridas leves, ninguna…
(2026-05-27). øNo puede esperar a la Copa del Mundo? La Delaware Super Cup trae el fútbol internacional al "Primer Estado" . whyy.org Mientras el mundo se prepara para otro verano de fútbol, Delaware ya está experimentando un adelanto de la emoción. La
(2026-05-27). México Zapatista: Un Tractor en Común… indybay.org México Zapatista: Un Tractor en Común y el Caso del Perico Loco…
(2026-05-27). Lenin, moral liberalism and the voluntarist premise. links.org.au 
Leninism is not perfect nor should it be copied mechanically, but abandoning it for vague principles — as Dan La Botz proposes — leaves us without tools to confront the realities of power, contends Antony Teso.