(2026-05-11). Israeli Army: We destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel measuring 120 metres in length in southern Lebanon using more than 20 tonnes of explosives. ecns.cn Israeli Army: We destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel measuring 120 metres in length in southern Lebanon using more than 20 metric tons of explosives.
(2026-05-12). Lebanese in south refuse to flee again despite escalating Israeli strikes. aljazeera.com Obaida Hitto reports from southern Lebanon, where residents say they will not leave again despite intensifying strikes.
(2026-05-12). 61st Venice Biennale: Cultural workers and artists strike and protest against the Israeli genocide in Gaza. wsws.org The strikers and demonstrators were responding to a call from the organisation Art Not Genocide Alliance (ANGA), supported by a number of other activist groups.
(2026-05-12). Epstein files on display at New York pop-up exhibit, all 3.5 million pages. geo.tv 
An exterior view shows the "Donald J Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room" which contains bound volumes of the Epstein files, containing a total of 3.5 million pages in 3,437 bound volumes, displayed as a tribute to the survivors and victims of late convicted sex offender Jeffrey…
(2026-05-12). From 'Taco' to 'Nacho': the new buzzword on Wall Street as Trump preps for China trip. scmp.com With a fragile US-Iran ceasefire barely holding, the Strait of Hormuz still blockaded, and all eyes on the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting, investors are embracing a new market narrative: "Nacho". | The acronym — short for "Not a chance Hormuz opens" — reflects a growing bet on prolonged gridlock and high oil prices.
(2026-05-11). Trump weighs restarting military operation to guide ships out of Hormuz Strait. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Monday he is considering restarting and expanding Project Freedom, a U.S.military operation to guide commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-05-11). Xi, Trump to discuss bilateral relations, world peace and development. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump will have an in-depth exchange of views on major issues concerning China-U.S. relations and world peace and development, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2026-05-12). What Does Trump Really Want From China? thinktank.pk The upcoming visit of Donald Trump to China is shaping up to be one of the most consequential geopolitical meetings of 2026. The trip comes at a time when the world is balancing on multiple fault lines: the fragile US-China trade truce, the growing technological cold war, instability in global energy markets due to the …
(2026-05-12). How an Iran Conflict Could Fracture the Arab World and Test Pakistan's Loyalties. thinktank.pk A full-scale confrontation between Israel (backed by the United States) and Iran would be a watershed event for the Middle East and its neighbors. Even limited strikes and tit-for-tat escalations already have cross-border consequences; a broader military campaign would magnify those effects across security, economics, politics, and social cohesion. The Arab states—Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt, …
(2026-05-12). War with Iran makes South Caucasian "Trump route" project unfeasible. infobrics.org By waging war against Iran Trump not only destroyed the security architecture of the Middle East but also undermined peace processes that were already under way in other regions. Tehran will never agree to US presence in the South Caucasus.
(2026-05-12). Amid dozens of spy flights over Cuba, US sanctions drive out foreign companies. wsws.org A report by CNN based on publicly available aviation data reveals a dramatic surge in US military intelligence flights around the island.
(2026-05-12). Urgent Call: Stand on the Side of Humanity! Stand With Cuba! radiohc.cu A important message from Claudia De la Cruz / Executive Director of IFCO | The economic siege against Cuba is a cruel and illegal act of war. A brutal and slow act of collective punishment. We condemn these cruel acts and are committed to fighting against them in defense of life. | "I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Choose life!" | (Deuteronomy 30: 19) | The U.S. blockade on Cuba is death. Let us choose life. | In the course of three months, the Trump administration has imposed a fuel blockade that has produced a deadly energy and healthcare crisis, launched an attack on medical brigades se…
(2026-05-12). Venezuela Defends Geneva Agreement as Only Tool to Resolve Essequibo Dispute at ICJ. orinocotribune.com In a high-level diplomatic display, Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez appeared before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Monday, May 11. There, she presented the fundamental arguments supporting Venezuela's historical rights over the Essequibo region. During her address, the acting president emphasized that Venezuela is the only party with a legitimate claim to the region of nearly 160,000 square kilometers, rich in natural resources and currently under the administration of Guyana. | The session, described as "historic" by the Venezuelan delegation, represents a new chapter in the century-old…
(2026-05-11). Taiwan excluded from WHA over DPP's separatist stance: spokesperson. ecns.cn The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities' pursuit of "Taiwan independence" and refusal to recognize the "1992 Consensus," which embodies the one-China principle, have undermined the political foundation for the Taiwan region's participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA), said Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, on Monday.
(2026-05-12). European Union: Surveillance Technology Sold to Rights Violators. hrw.org Click to expand Image | © 2026 Glenn Harvey for Human Rights Watch | EU member states host many companies that produce dangerous surveillance technology that can be used to violate rights, the export of which necessitates robust controls.The implementation and oversight of the EU regulatory framework governing export of surveillance technologies have serious flaws, resulting in the technology being sold to those who use it in violation of international human rights and humanitarian law. The EU should tighten the controls requiring states to do greater human rights due diligence, block risky exports, and e…
(2026-05-11). Cruise firm rides China's shift to experiential travel. ecns.cn Ponant Explorations Group, a French expedition cruise operator, is pushing deeper into China, targeting a new generation of travelers — one less interested in ticking off destinations than in pursuing more immersive journeys to some of the world's most remote destinations.
(2026-05-12). The Role Of Strategic Learning In Shaping High-Impact Leaders. moguldom.com Something feels off when leaders step into critical moments and hesitate. It is not a lack of intelligence or effort. It is often a gap between what was learned and what must be done. That gap shows up fast — especially when decisions cannot wait. There is this something-is-not-clicking tension that builds when theory meets …
(2026-05-12). Coastal tourist dollars don't stay local. onlineopinion.com.au The tourist industry takes far more from regional Australia than it gives back.
(2026-05-11). Shifting tech landscape: Limited but lasting channels keep China-US science dialogue alive. ecns.cn Although strategic competition and technology restrictions have reshaped bilateral ties in recent years, scientific cooperation between China and the United States has not come to a halt. Instead, it is evolving into a more selective and layered framework focused on non-sensitive research, academic exchange and global governance challenges.
(2026-05-11). Mainland stock market hits 11-year high. ecns.cn The bullish momentum recently seen in the Chinese market is likely to continue thanks to the structural opportunities provided by the countrys rapid adoption of emerging technologies and ongoing economic recovery, said experts.
(2026-05-12). Protesting Rutger Engineering's Cancellation of Rami Elghandour's Graduate Address over Palestine. juancole.com — | Letter regarding the cancellation of Ramy Elghandour's graduate address at the School of Engineering because of his views on Palestine: | Francine Conway | Chancellor, | Rutgers University-New Brunswick | nbchancellor@rutgers.edu | Jason Geary | Provost, | Rutger…
(2026-05-12). EU Breaks Political Deadlock to Punish Violent Israeli Settlers. thinktank.pk The decision by the European Union to approve new sanctions against violent Israeli settlers may appear limited on the surface, but politically it represents one of the strongest signals yet that Europe's patience with the current trajectory of the Israel-Palestine conflict is rapidly eroding. For years, divisions inside Europe prevented unified action against Israeli settlement …
(2026-05-11). PPI rises for second straight month. ecns.cn China's factory-gate prices rose for a second straight month in April, while consumer inflation picked up moderately, as higher global energy and commodity costs filtered through to the world's second-largest economy, officials and analysts said on Monday.
(2026-05-12). Rima Hassan: the French-Palestinian MEP the Establishment wants to crush. mronline.org 
CHRISTOPHE DOMEC speaks to the France Insoumise politician facing constant persecution from French authorities.
(2026-05-12). Israel approves law on public trials, death penalty for October 7 detainees. aljazeera.com Rights groups warn that the bill makes the death penalty easier to impose and strips fair trial protections.
(2026-05-12). Mahmood, Lammy among senior ministers urging UK PM Starmer to weigh exit: report. geo.tv 
Collage shows British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer , Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Foreign Secretary David Lammy. — Reuters/FileMore than 60 Labour MPs reportedly call on UK PM to step down.Four govt aides resign amid growing pressure on Starmer leadership.PM vows to…
(2026-05-12). Tunisia Suspends Rights Groups That Shaped Its Democracy. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Demonstrators display a banner in Arabic reading, "Our history will not be halted, and our message does not freeze," during a rally after Tunisian authorities suspended the Tunisian League for Human Rights, outside the court of First Instance in Tunis, May 6, 2026. | © 2026 Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto via AP Photo…
(2026-05-11). Stitched with love: 20 years of 'Model Mothers' weaving dreams. ecns.cn On Mother's Day, dozens of exquisite woolen weavings and cloisonne works were on display in Beijing, all created by women who share a common name: Modou Mama, or Model Mothers. The charity project, launched by the Red Cross Society of China and Alibaba Group, held its 20th anniversary celebration with an event themed "Model Mothers Bloom, Beautiful Journey Together."
(2026-05-12). New Paleo Research: Modern 'Climate Change' Has Had No Apparent Impact On Precipitation Patterns. wattsupwiththat.com Three new tree ring reconstructions (spanning 1320-2021, 1720-2014, and 1657-2020 CE) document the dominance of natural variability in the paleoclimate record.
(2026-05-12). German imperialism's third campaign for world domination. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Christoph Vandreier, National Secretary of the Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei (Germany), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the International Committee of the Fourth International.
(2026-05-12). Federal agents seize Indiana University lab: Witch-hunt against Chinese scientists targets senior US faculty. wsws.org Government agents have locked down a biology laboratory at Indiana University, attacking Professor Roger Innes for defending his Chinese postdoctoral researcher against fabricated federal charges.
(2026-05-12). US rural healthcare collapse accelerates under Medicaid cuts and privatization. wsws.org One-third of rural hospitals face closure as the Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill" slashes Medicaid by over $900 billion, gutting healthcare for 60 million Americans to fund tax cuts for the wealthy and a $1.5 trillion military buildup.
(2026-05-12). Bolivia issues warrant for Evo Morales's arrest after court no-show. aljazeera.com The ex-Bolivian president is on trial for allegedly fathering a child with a 15-year-old girl while in office.
(2026-05-11). Larger port, broader markets: How BRI enhances China-Brunei bonds. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the crown prince and senior minister at the Prime Minister's Office of Brunei Darussalam, is paying an official visit to China from May 11 to 15. The high-level exchanges are expected to further align development strategies between the two countries, injecting new momentum into flagship projects and deepening cooperation in broader fields.
(2026-05-12). Pressure grows on UK's Starmer to quit as PM. newarab.com 
Calls mounted late Monday for Britain's embattled More than 70 of Labour's 403 MPs have asked him to step down, unconvinced by his pledge to make the party bolder and better to assuage disgruntled voters impatient for change. | Under party rules, any cha…
(2026-05-11). Mideast war caused world's 'largest energy shock': Saudi Aramco CEO. ecns.cn Mideast war caused worldslargest energy shock: Saudi Aramco CEO.
(2026-05-11). International Healthcare Week opens in Hong Kong, fueling healthcare breakthroughs. ecns.cn The International Healthcare Week was launched in Hong Kong on Monday, with two major events held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre: the 6th Asia Summit on Global Health and the Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair.
(2026-05-12). EU to invite Taliban to Brussels for migrant return talks. newarab.com 
The European Commission told AFP Monday it plans to invite According to sources close to the matter, a letter is to be sent "imminently" to Kabul to arrange a date for a meeting in the Belgian capital. | The visit, coordinated with Sweden, would follow two trips by European officials to Afghanistan on the same issue. | Officia…
(2026-05-12). Trump Administration Gets Strategic With Offshore Wind. wattsupwiththat.com if these deals are structured as settlements of claims, they are likely to be much more insulated from judicial interference than mere administrative orders…
(2026-05-12). The end of printing press manufacturer Manroland in Offenbach, Germany and the role of the IG Metall union. wsws.org The closure of the Manroland plant in Offenbach marks the culmination of a process begun with the breakup of the company during the 2011—12 insolvency crisis, in which the IG Metall union played a central role.
(2026-05-11). Female storyteller carries forward invaluable cultural legacy. ecns.cn Nestled in the high-altitude pastures of Tsonyi county in Nagchu, Xizang autonomous region, Sinchung's life has been one of courage, resilience, and an unyielding commitment to preserving an ancient cultural legacy.
(2026-05-11). Cargo vessel to help advance space research. ecns.cn China launched on Monday the Tianzhou 10 cargo spacecraft to deliver scientific equipment and experimental supplies, including artificial human embryos, ultrathin solar cells and a greenhouse gas monitor, to its orbiting Tiangong space station.
(2026-05-12). Flotilla activist Thiago àÅvila arrives in Brazil. aljazeera.com Brazilian activist Thiago àÅvila returned to Sà£o Paulo after being detained and deported from Israel.
(2026-05-11). Trade consultations key to global stability, growth. ecns.cn A new round of China-US economic and trade talks is vital to reducing business uncertainties and improving global economic confidence amid persistent geopolitical and trade challenges, experts and business executives said on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Taiwan is not eligible to participate in WHA: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's Taiwan region, unless given approval by the central government, has no basis, reason or right to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA), which will open on May 18, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2026-05-12). Philippine army kills 19; U.S. turns Philippines into base for war on China. mronline.org The U.S. wants the Philippines as a base, Taiwan as a trigger and China as the target.
(2026-05-12). Last passengers from hantavirus-hit ship evacuated; American tests positive. aljazeera.com US officials say 18 Americans are being monitored for symptoms, as WHO insists risk to public remains low.
(2026-05-11). SPC urges personal data infringement crackdown. ecns.cn China's top court has emphasized the need to safeguard data security and protect individual rights in the digital age, releasing a landmark case in which two individuals were sentenced to prison for acquiring and disclosing more than 900 million pieces of personal information online.
(2026-05-11). Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong amid calls to step down. ecns.cn British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged on Monday to prove wrong the "doubters" in his own party, and among the electorate as a whole, as he tries to fight off demands to step down after devastating local election results for his Labour Party.
(2026-05-12). BioNTech: Profit takes precedence over health—and 1,860 employees lose their jobs in Germany. wsws.org The company which produced the first approved COVID-19 vaccine profited enormously, but not its workers.
(2026-05-12). Roads blocked in Bolivia as protesters demand president's resignation. aljazeera.com Bolivia faces growing unrest as widespread road blockades disrupt travel across major cities.
(2026-05-11). New project aids Xinjiang's energy goals. ecns.cn The Dashixia Water Control Project in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has recently completed the installation of major components for all three power-generating units and the construction of its power transmission system.
(2026-05-11). How trade policy shapes consumer outcomes in US. ecns.cn In recent years, the United States has placed increasing emphasis on trade policies that prioritize national security, supply chain resilience and economic growth. In an era of global volatility and technological rivalry, these may be real and relevant policy objectives. However, it is equally, if not more, important to consider how such measures affect markets and, ultimately, the daily lives of US consumers.
(2026-05-12). Youth, conscription and the war on socialist opposition. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Tamino Dreisam, Leader of the International Youth and Students for Social Equality (Germany), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-11). PM Starmer vows to stay on after loss in local polls. ecns.cn United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to stay in office and take action on"the big challenges facing the country"after his Labour Party suffered huge losses in last weeks local elections.With voter unhappiness at his leadership being identified as a vital factor.
(2026-05-11). Resilient supply chain offers MNCs chances. ecns.cn In the Louis Dreyfus Company workshop in North China's Tianjin municipality, tons of beige soybean meal moved along a highly automated production line as it was transformed into bags of specialized feed protein after multiple processes.
(2026-05-12). How SCOTUS Perverted the Constitution and let Tennessee Disenfranchise 1.4 mn People. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The smirk on the face of
(2026-05-11). Taxi drivers' dog rescue triggers tourism boom. ecns.cn Xuancheng — a city in Anhui province best known for producing quality paper — is experiencing a mini tourism boom thanks to a stray dog and a group of kindhearted taxi drivers who came to its rescue.
(2026-05-11). Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of violating US-brokered ceasefire. ecns.cn Russia and Ukraine on Saturday traded accusations of violating a three-day US-brokered ceasefire but no major strikes were reported by the warring sides so far.
(2026-05-11). 2026 World Digital Education Conference: how AI drives educational transformation. ecns.cn The 2026 World Digital Education Conference kicked off in Hangzhou on Monday. Themed on "AI+Education: Transformation Development Governance," this year's conference seeks to explore how AI can drive systemic educational transformation and promote high-quality educational development. An exhibition on achievements of global digital education is being held during the conference.
(2026-05-12). DR Congo: Increasing Repression of Critical Expression. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi speaks during a press conference in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, May 6, 2026. | © 2026 Democratic Republic of Congo Presidency/Handout via REUTERS…
(2026-05-12). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Job action by 55,000 BC nurses could be imminent, while unions in Bolivia have refused to negotiate with the La Paz regime, saying it is not legitimate.
(2026-05-11). Trump's racist crackdown takes another ugly turn. peoplesworld.org 
It doesn't pay to step away from the political scene for too long in Washington, D.C. Aboard the Trump administration's runaway train, the madness, criminality, and downright cruelty pile up like trash in a landfill. In the past month, we've had Trump depicting himself as Jesus, prompting thousands of hilarious memes; viral Iranian Lego videos …
(2026-05-11). WORT: Lessons from Minneapolis Anti-ICE Organizers. wibailoutpeople.org Though Operation Metro Surge has officially ended, the Trump administration continues to abduct people from the Twin Cities. Three people were also taken from Madison this week, and Salah Sarsour, the president of Wisconsin's largest mosque, was detained on April 3 and remains in ICE detention. In response, host Esty Dinur is in conversation with …
(2026-05-11). This Land Is Not Your Land. popularresistance.org Woodie Guthrie wrote the famous song that cried out, "This land is your land, this land is my land, this land was made for you and me." He did not subscribe to the idea that the air we breathe, the water we drink, the forests, the hills, and the plains we traverse are all here to enrich powerful corporations, billionaires, and people like President Trump and his family. | Trump is moving the business of preserving national forests from Washington, D.C., to Utah. The expectation is that those who would privatize public lands will be better able to rake in profits from the privatization. How dare working people thi…
(2026-05-11). Come il conflitto con l'Iran diventa un'arma di Trump contro i mercati globali. strategic-culture.su La Mad Man Theory non è fallita, si è evoluta, e il palcoscenico su cui opera non è più il Consiglio di Sicurezza dell'ONU ma il terminal Bloomberg di ogni sala trading del mondo. | Segue nostro The Madman Theory | C'è un pattern che i trader di tutto il mondo hanno imparato a riconoscere negli ultimi anni: una dichiarazione presidenziale americana notturna, i mercati asiatici che aprono in rosso, le materie prime energetiche in fibrilla…
(2026-05-11). Israel jails soldiers for desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon. newarab.com 
The An image widely shared online last week showed an Israeli soldier with his arm around the statue of Mary, believed to be the mother of Jesus in Abrahim faiths, while holding a cigarette up to her mouth.
(2026-05-11). Israeli strikes on S. Lebanon kill 4, wound 19. ecns.cn BEIRUT/JERUSALEM, May 10 ⚪ Four people were killed and 19 others wounded on Sunday in Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah announced attacks targeting Israeli troops and military equipment along the border.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
(2026-05-11). Lebanon urges US to put pressure on Israel to stop attacks and demolitions. newarab.com 
Lebanon's health ministry said 74 people had been killed by Israeli strikes in the last three days despite a truce announced last month in fighting between Hezbollah and the Israeli military, a spokesperson s…
(2026-05-11). War, genocide and the weaponization of healthcare: An interview with Bilal Irfan. wsws.org Bilal Irfan is a US‚Äëbased medical and bioethics researcher working on Gaza and Palestinian health.
(2026-05-11). Taiwan is looming over this week's Trump and Xi summit. responsiblestatecraft.org Although the current war with Iran dominates global attention, a more dangerous situation — between two nuclear-armed powers — continues to worsen: the confrontation between the United States and China over Taiwan. While widely recognized, this confrontation has been overshadowed in dealings between Beijing and Washington, where disputes over issues like trade, technology, and fentanyl predominate. These disputes, while serious, are far less likely to prove catastrophic than the current slide toward a serious crisis or conflict over Taiwan, which could, if left unaddressed, end in a major —…
(2026-05-11). Trump's Iran war: Economic rescue mission for U.S. capitalism? peoplesworld.org 
The question of why the U.S. government began a war with Iran is unsettled. The ostensible reasons, whether stopping Iran from developing nuclear weapons or protecting Iranians' human rights, are not believable. Iran mostly likely not was developing nuclear weapons. There had been Iran's closely-monitored agreement in force from 2016 to 2020 not to do …
(2026-05-11). Netanyahu Says War on Iran "Not Over" as Long as Iran Has Uranium. truthout.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed on Sunday that the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is "not over" because Iran still has nuclear material that "has to be taken out" of the country. In a "60 Minutes" interview broadcast by CBS News on Sunday evening, Netanyahu said that the war on Iran has not ended because Iran still has enriched uranium that must be "taken out… |
(2026-05-11). Trump says Iran ceasefire on after rejecting response. al-monitor.com By Nandita BoseWASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Monday that the ceasefire with Iran was "on life support," after dismissing Tehran's response to a U.S. peace proposal as "stupid."Trump's swift rejection of Iran's response on Sunday has fueled concerns that the 10-week-old conflict will drag on and continue to paralyze shipping through the Strait of Hormuz."I would call it the weakest right now, after reading that piece of garbage they sent us, I didn't even finish reading it," Trump said of the ceasefire. "It's on life support."
(2026-05-11). Why Oil Market Volatility Rather Than High Prices Will Shape the Future of Global Energy Politics. moderndiplomacy.eu The ongoing Gulf crisis and the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz have pushed global energy markets into one of the most unstable periods in recent history. Oil prices crossing the one hundred dollar threshold initially created expectations that major energy corporations would significantly expand investment and production to capitalize on supply shortages. However, …
(2026-05-11). 'Totally unacceptable': Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal amid deepening energy crisis. ptcnews.tv US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal to end months-long conflict describing it as 'totally unacceptable' without disclosing further details despite key Republican leader urged him to consider military option. | Trump received the Iranian proposal on Sunday amid hopes that it could lead to a breakthrough to end the war with Iran that began on February 28, blocking the key sea route for global oil supplies, leading to fuel shortages in several countries. | "I have just read the response from Iran's so-called 'Representatives.' I don't like it – TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!" he wrote on his Truth Social…
(2026-05-11). Iranian Foreign Ministry Says US Pushing 'Unreasonable Demands' Shaped by Israel. news.antiwar.com Iran's Foreign Ministry said on Monday that the US was making "unreasonable demands" that are being shaped by Israel, comments that come after President Trump rejected Tehran's latest proposal to end the war. "We did not demand any concessions. Our demand is legitimate: demanding an end to the war, lifting the blockade and piracy, and …
(2026-05-11). How strength bolsters resistance. electronicintifada.net Muhammad Shehada tells EI how a stormy meeting in Cairo exposed the real agenda behind the latest Gaza "peace" proposals.
(2026-05-11). Xi's leverage ahead of Trump meet, Hong Kong schools: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Could omega-3 supplements hurt the brain? Chinese military study flags risks | 2. Hong Kong schools record net student rise for 2 years straight | 3. Trump heads to China weakened as Xi gains leverage ahead of summit | 4. 'Foreigner won': Filipinos divided over pageant winner's US roots…
(2026-05-11). Trump visit and China's diplomatic discourse: a primer. moderndiplomacy.eu Just a few days before President Trump was to arrive in Beijing as per Trump's previous itinerary (March 31-April 2), the mood in China—as reflected on social media and in the media commentaries—was not at all in favor of a visit by Trump to the Chinese capital. Citing Chinese analysts, an article in these columns, …
(2026-05-11). Taiwan's Fear of Strategic Bargaining Reflects Growing Uncertainty in United States China Relations. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan's growing concern ahead of the summit between United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping highlights the increasingly fragile nature of strategic stability in the Indo Pacific region. Although Taipei continues to express confidence in its relationship with Washington, its repeated calls for "no surprises" reveal deeper anxieties regarding the possibility of …
(2026-05-11). Iran war raises stakes for US and China ahead of Trump—Xi talks. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping as they hold a bilateral meeting at Gimhae International Airport, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, in Busan, South Korea, October 30, 2025. — ReutersUS President Trump set to…
(2026-05-11). US imposes new sanctions over Iran oil sales to China. newarab.com 
The United States on Monday issued In a statement, the US Treasury alleged that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) "relies on front companies in permissive economic jurisdictions to obfuscate its role in oil sales and funn…
(2026-05-11). Ghalenoei: football in Asia has become competitive. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran's national football team head coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has lauded the significant advancements in Asian football following the draw for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, which placed Iran in Group C alongside Syria, Kyrgyzstan, and China.
(2026-05-11). Iran's ambassador to China: Tehran backs Xi Jinping's four-point Middle East peace plan. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran's ambassador to China said on Monday that Tehran supports President Xi Jinping's four-point Middle East peace initiative aimed at promoting regional stability and cooperation.
(2026-05-11). Livestream: The Gaza disarmament trap. electronicintifada.net Muhammad Shehada discussed how the Iran war is frustrating the US-Israeli push to disarm Gaza resistance.
(2026-05-11). Decades of Congressional Inaction Contributed to Illegal US-Israeli War on Iran. truthout.org The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, billed by the Trump administration as a "military operation," has now evolved into a sustained confrontation with no clear exit strategy, no authorization from Congress, and no public transparency. The United States finds itself at a precarious juncture in a conflict of its own choosing. While high-level representatives from both countries met last month in Pakistan… |
(2026-05-11). Strategic Imperative Drives U.S. Support For Israel. covertactionmagazine.com The conservative media landscape has recently been embroiled in an explosive debate about Israel. One one side, there is former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, who has broken with Donald Trump and the MAGA universe over the Iran War, stating that Trump betrayed his anti-war election pledge because of his fealty to Israel and that …
(2026-05-11). Israeli ally UAE quits OPEC, OPEC. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE), one of the Israeli allies in the Middle East, has announced to quit OPEC and OPEC+ amidst the crisis the world is facing because of the US-Israel led Zionist war on Iran.
(2026-05-11). Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks. geo.tv 
(2026-05-11). 'Restraint Is Over': Iran Vows Decisive Response to Any Attack on Vessels. orinocotribune.com A senior Iranian parliamentary spokesman has warned that any further aggression against Iranian vessels in the Persian Gulf will trigger a "heavy and decisive" response targeting US ships and military bases across the region. | Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesman for the Iranian parliament's Foreign Policy and National Security Committee, said in a post on X on Sunday that Washington is rapidly exhausting its options through continued provocations in the Persian Gulf. | "As of today, our restraint is over," he declared. "Any aggression against our vessels will be met with a heavy and decisive Iranian response against Ameri…
(2026-05-11). Cuba reports drop in Official Development Assistance. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez confirmed Monday on social media a 23.1 percent drop in Official Development Assistance."The selfishness and greed of developed countries and their failure to honor their commitments in this area jeopardize the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals." | He also explained that this negatively impacts the funds allocated to address the effects of climate change, as well as important socioeconomic projects for developing or least developed countries. | [ SOURCE: PRENSA LATINA ]…
(2026-05-11). Cuba reports progress in energy transition program. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez reported Monday on progress in the energy transition program aimed at achieving greater energy sovereignty. | "It is estimated that renewable energy penetration should reach 15 percent this year, reaching 24 percent by 2030," he explained on social media. | He also specified that the goal is to reach 40 percent by 2035, which could eliminate fuel imports. "The plan envisions reaching 100 percent renewable energy use by 2050," he added. | The strategy envisions that, by 2035, 40 percent of demand will be met by clean energy sources, allowing for the cessation of fuel imports,…
(2026-05-11). Activists in Chile launch campaign for Fidel Castro Centenary. radiohc.cu The campaign called "100 Years and 100 Murals for Fidel" continues to advance in Chile, spearheaded by the local Solidarity Movement. This past weekend, various social groups restored a 40-meter mural in the San Joaquín district to honor the Cuban leader. | The restored mural reflects significant moments in the revolutionary process and the difficulties caused by the economic blockade imposed by the United States. Through folk art, activists seek to disseminate the historical legacy of one of the most influential political figures of the 20th century. | Chilean groups have intensified the campaign "Cuba Is Not Al…
(2026-05-11). Mexican president announces another shipment of aid to Cuba. radiohc.cu Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the departure on Monday of another ship carrying aid to Cuba, amid the strengthening of the United States' economic, commercial, and financial blockade against the island nation. | "We will continue sending humanitarian aid. In fact, a ship carrying humanitarian aid is leaving for Cuba today. Mexico will always be fraternal and in solidarity with all nations of the world, and particularly with Cuba," stated the head of the Executive branch. | In response to a question on the matter, the president noted during her regular press conference that her country believes in t…
(2026-05-11). US Surveillance Flights Over Cuba Have Increased Since Early February. truthout.org US surveillance and reconnaissance flights off the coast of Cuba have surged in recent months as President Donald Trump has issued increasingly belligerent threats to seize the island nation by force. CNN reported Sunday that the U.S. Navy and Air Force have conducted more than two dozen surveillance flights — mostly of them near Havana and Santiago de Cuba, the country's largest cities… |
(2026-05-11). Israeli Military Ordered Soldiers in Gaza to "Shoot to Kill" Every Man They Saw. truthout.org The Israeli military ordered soldiers in Gaza to "shoot to kill" any man they saw, and to "use their judgment" with women and children, according to an investigative documentary on Israeli soldiers' killing of three Israeli hostages in Gaza. In an hour-long documentary broadcast on Israel's Channel 13, the mother of one of the hostages killed in Gaza by Israeli soldiers in December 2023 said… |
(2026-05-11). World's top media outlets urge Israel to "Let Us Into Gaza" ummid.com Senior leaders from more than two dozen global news organizations signed an open letter calling for Israel to allow international media to independently enter the Gaza Strip.
(2026-05-11). Israel's war on Gaza fuels surge in babies born with deformities. newarab.com 
Aya waited three years before becoming Israeli airstrikes targeted near her home, windows shattered, and the sounds of explosions became constant. | "One night, a missile struck a house just meters away from us, and our home filled with black smoke and dust. I couldn't breathe for several minutes," Aya Mohammed Abu Shamala, now 2…
(2026-05-11). Gaza doc dropped by BBC wins BAFTA, creators blast 'censorship'. newarab.com 
The makers of a The documentary, which was later pic…
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/28: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-05-11). Palestinian Evacuees: Escaping Ordeal in Gaza, Entering Another in France. ummid.com A Palestinian family evacuated from Gaza to France says French authorities have separated three children from their parents after allegations of abuse that the family strongly denies and courts have not substantiated with evidence.
(2026-05-11). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-11). Delcy Rodríguez Defends Venezuela's Historical Rights Over Essequibo Territory by Participating in ICJ Closing Session (+Trinidad's Oil Spill). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Upon her arrival, Rodríguez spoke on public television, st…
(2026-05-11). border reopening unlocks new sphere of influence in Syria. al-monitor.com Turkey reopened the Akcakale-Tell Abyad crossing on Monday, ending an 11-year closure along the Syria border.
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). Sri Lanka: 12 men sentenced to death over killing of MP prepare to appeal. wsws.org The Socialist Equality Party categorically opposes these convictions and the death penalties, the aim of which is to intimidate the masses of workers and oppressed people who took part in the 2022 uprising.
(2026-05-11). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-11). Far Right Pastor Says Trump "Has a Better Understanding" of Bible Than Pope Leo. truthout.org This past weekend, a prominent pro-Trump megachurch pastor said he believes the president has a better understanding of the Bible than Pope Leo XIV. In comments to Fox News, Pastor Robert Jeffress, who heads the First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, reacted to news of a meeting between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Leo, which happened earlier this month after weeks of Trump attacking… |
(2026-05-11). New expert opinion deepens debacle for prosecution of Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org In the case against 26-year-old Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk, a third linguistic expert opinion requested by the court further undermines the case of the prosecution, based on charges of "state treason under martial law".
(2026-05-11). We Are Being Driven To Our Doom By Mindless Machines Of Our Own Making. caitlinjohnstone.com.au It's not impossible to solve our world's problems, it only looks that way because we've created systems which cause human behavior to be driven by mindless mechanisms of our own making rather than by human interest. | We allow the blind pursuit of profit to govern the way the human species behaves on our planet. Corporations which are legally compelled to do whatever maximizes shareholder value are exerting more and more control over the state and its people. And now we've got AI being prepped to do whatever it…
(2026-05-11). Reform UK councillor who celebrated the rape of two Sikh women resigns after just 4 days. thecanary.co 
On 11 May 2026 newly elected Reform UK councillor Stuart Prior resigned from his post after less than a week in office. Prior gained notoriety after campaign group Hope Not Hate exposed his history of deeply racist social media posts. Voters elected 53 Reformer candidates to Essex County Council, giving the far right majority control. […] | By
(2026-05-11). Le[e]gal Brief: The Voting Rights Act Was Gutted. What's Next? newsone.com : | ✕ | In late April, the Supreme Court effectively gutted the Voting Rights Act in its ruling in Louisiana v. Callais. In this week's Le[e]gal Brief, attorney Lee Merritt breaks down what the ruling means and the steps we can take to fight back going forward. | In gutting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, the Supreme Court has significantly raised the bar for proving a racial gerrymander. Lawyers and activists effectively need a recording of state legislators saying, "We're drawing this map to disenfranchise Black people," to prove that a map disenfranchises Black people. | Several states ha…
(2026-05-11). New Caledonian freight vessel begins service to Vanuatu despite diplomatic row. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk Despite a trade-related controversy that erupted last week between the governments of Vanuatu and New Caledonia, the French territory's freight vessel MV Karaka began a new service to Port Vila and Luganville. Last week, New Caledonia's territorial government announced it had suspended all trade cooperation with…
(2026-05-11). 2026 Leidesdorff Plaza – Diamond Jubilee, "Gum Saan" from Chinatown SF to Chinatown Folsom. indybay.org Leidesdorff Street Downtown San Francisco to Leidesdorff Street City of Folsom was the destination of "gold seekers" to "Gum Saan" or Gold Mountain, for thousands of early Chinese Gold Miners.
(2026-05-11). Health care under fire: Ten years after Resolution 2286. icrc.org Scared, but doing it anyway – health care workers on saving lives when their own are at risk…
(2026-05-11). No evidence of Hantavirus in Iran: health ministry. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The deputy health minister has said no case of Hantavirus has been reported in Iran so far, and the risk of its epidemic is very low.
(2026-05-11). James Talarico Unveils Plan To Tackle The Black Maternal Mortality Crisis. newsone.com 
Source: Houston Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers / Getty | On Mother's Day, James Talarico
(2026-05-11). ISC 12th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class XII (Class 12th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-11). The number of MPs calling for Starmer to go is exploding. thecanary.co 
Labour politicians have been calling for Keir Starmer to step down since the party's disastrous local election results. Starmer hoped to turn the tide with yet another refresh followed by yet another speech, but the revolt is only growing: üö® IN FULL: The list of 51 Labour MPs currently calling for Keir Starmer to resign […] | By
(2026-05-11). MQ-9 Reaper Fires Laser-Guided Rockets In Tests. twz.com 
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(2026-05-11). Democracy Now! 2026-05-11 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for May 11, 2026; Far-Right Anti-Immigrant Party Surges in U.K. Elections; Calls Grow for Labour PM Starmer to Resign; Meet Guido Reichstadter, the Marine Veteran Who Scaled D.C. Bridge to Protest Iran War & AI; Canceled over Palestine: Biotech CEO Rami Elghandour on Rutgers Disinviting Him as Graduation Speaker | Headlines for May 11, 2026; Far-Right Anti-Immigrant Party Surges in U.K. Elections; Calls Grow for Labour PM Starmer to Resign; Meet Guido Reichstadter, the Marine Veteran Who Scaled D.C. Bridge to Protest Iran War & AI; Canceled over Palestine: Biotech CEO Rami Elghandour on Rutgers Disinvitin…
(2026-05-11). The Cruise Ship Virus Outbreak Reveals Persistent Gaps in Global Health Security After COVID. moderndiplomacy.eu The evacuation of passengers from the Dutch flagged luxury cruise ship MV Hondius following a deadly hantavirus outbreak has once again exposed the vulnerability of international travel systems to infectious disease emergencies. Although health authorities have repeatedly emphasized that the outbreak does not pose risks comparable to the COVID pandemic, the incident has revived global …
(2026-05-11). China and the Global Green Revolution hybrid webinar, Saturday May 16. iacenter.org 1: 30 -3: 00 PM PT 2: 30 — 4: 00 PM MT 3: 30 — 5: 00 PM CT 4: 30 — 6: 00 PM ET Speakers: Carlos Martinez KJ Noh Sara Flounders Kyle Ferrana Janet Mayes Dee Knight Lyn Neeley http: //tinyurl.com/Chinagreenrevolution…
(2026-05-11). US 'Disappointed' That Taiwan Didn't Approve a Bigger Increase in Military Spending. news.antiwar.com The US was "disappointed" in Taiwan for approving an increase in military spending to purchase US weapons that wasn't as high as the government initially proposed. The government, led by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), proposed a nearly $40 billion spending increase to purchase US weapons and Taiwanese-made drones, but the parliament, controlled by the …
(2026-05-11). Campaign to Overturn Illinois Anti-BDS Law Picks Up Steam. truthout.org Since 2014, U.S. lawmakers have introduced over 200 bills targeting the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement. The vast majority of these efforts have failed to pass, but more than 30 states have adopted anti-BDS laws. The first state-based measure to take specific action against Israel boycotts was passed in Illinois in 2015; 49-0 in the Senate and 102-0 in the House. |
(2026-05-11). Saturday 6/20: San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival Friendship Races. indybay.org Lake Merced, 1 Harding Road San Francisco, CA 94132…
(2026-05-11). China beats Japan to win 12th straight world table tennis men's team title. ecns.cn China defeated Japan 3-0 on Sunday to win its 12th consecutive men's team title at the 2026 World Table Tennis Team Championships in London.
(2026-05-11). Trump Class Battleships Will Be Nuclear Powered. twz.com 
The U.S. Navy says its The Navy announced its intention to fit a nuclear pr…
(2026-05-11). US tells banks to flag suspected Iranian money-laundering networks. scmp.com The Treasury Department wants US banks and other financial institutions to monitor for suspected Iranian money-laundering networks that use their funds to smuggle sanctioned oil through shell companies and cryptocurrency networks. | The move, which effectively deputises the global financial system to help disrupt Iran's sanctions-evasion infrastructure, comes as the US and Iran reached another impasse over how to end their war while their ceasefire has grown increasingly shaky.
(2026-05-11). China Soars In Democratic Perception Ranking As US, Israel Plummet. popularresistance.org China is among the most democratic countries in the world, according to the perception of its own citizens, while the US is now among the most negatively perceived countries in the world, according to a new poll released on 10 May. | The survey, the Democracy Perception Index, was compiled by the Alliance of Democracies Foundation in Denmark. | It surveyed more than 94,000 respondents in 98 countries about their perceptions of their own governments on issues related to democracy. The survey ranked each country on a scale from +100 to —100.
(2026-05-11). Southeast Asia's Investment Moment: Turning Sino-U.S. Trade Tensions into Opportunity. unitedworldint.com This is more than a chance to soak up the production out of China—it is a chance to redefine the place of the region in the new world economy. By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer China-U.S. tensions last year redefined the terms of global supply chains. While the tariff battles raged and rising geopolitical suspicion shrouded the …
(2026-05-11). 2026 Assembly Election Results Live Updates. ummid.com Counting of votes in Assam, Keralam, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and West Bengal has started, and the results have started coming in.
(2026-05-11). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). Barcelona are Crowned Champions of the Spanish Football League. radiohc.cu Havana, May 10 (RHC) — Barcelona sealed their Spanish League title at the Spotify Camp Nou, with three games to spare, after defeating their arch-rivals Real Madrid 2-0 today. | Barcelona became uncatchable with 91 points—14 more than Real Madrid—and clinched the title thanks to the masterful leadership of Hansi Flick, who secured his second consecutive trophy at the helm of the Catalan club. | A free-kick goal from Marcus Rashford in the ninth minute ignited the stands and sparked celebrations across Catalonia, and the party continued with Ferran Torres' goal in the 18th minute, assisted by Dani…
(2026-05-11). 85.25% Pass Andhra Pradesh SSC 2026 Board Exam. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh registered an overall pass percentage of 85.25% in SSC Matric Class 10 board exam 2026 the result of which was announced by the Directorate of Government Examinations in association with Board of Secondary Education Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP) today i.e. Thursday April 30, 2026.
(2026-05-11). Wall Street Is Pairing Up With the Army to Build Data Centers. truthout.org Two trends, seemingly separate, have been accelerating over the past few years. First, Wall Street has been plowing billions of dollars into financing data centers. Second, the U.S. military has been ramping up its use of artificial intelligence (AI). Now, these two trends are directly merging. In late March 2026, the U.S. Army announced its selection of companies to build and operate two… |
(2026-05-11). Shreveport Just Buried 8 Children. America Still Isn't Listening. newsone.com 
Source: Brandon Bell / Getty — APRIL 19: Syrnerica Pugh is comforted while grieving the death of her nieces and nephews in the Shreveport mass shooting on April 19, 2026. | Community members in Shreveport, Louisiana, came together in heartbreak and solidarity to honor the lives of eight children killed in the devastating
(2026-05-11). New Zealand government ramps up anti-immigrant measures. wsws.org A proposed "citizenship test" seeks to portray migrants as a threat to New Zealand "values," while other legislation will significantly expand the ability of the state to deport people.
(2026-05-11). The Children who learn War before they learn the World. juancole.com By Noorudeen Veetykadan | ( The scale of destruction was immense. But what lingered were the faces of children — some gone, others injured, many too young to understand why their world had collapsed overnight. News reports spoke in numbers — casualties, sta…
(2026-05-11). Two more cruise ship passengers test positive for hantavirus. aljazeera.com One French passenger and one from the US test positive after being evacuated from the vessel in the Canary Islands.
(2026-05-11). Body found of one of two missing US soldiers in Morocco: Moroccan army>. newarab.com 
The body of one of two A massive land, air and sea search was launched by the United States military, Moroccan and allied forces in the Cap Draa Training Area after the service members went missing last Saturday. | In a statement, Morocco's army said a body had been recovered f…
(2026-05-11). Labour ministers ditch leadership plotting for the Devil Wears Prada 2. thecanary.co 
Following Labour's embarrassing defeat at the polls, business and trade secretary and friend of Israel, Peter Kyle, was the designated fall guy and sent out on the media round. It was as serious a time as you'd expect, with Kyle saying Wes Streeting is not plotting to overthrow Keir Starmer. The labour ministers were too […] | By
(2026-05-11). What local elections reveal about the future of UK politics. newarab.com 
The UK's local elections in May have offered a telling window into where Arguably, they signal one of the most profound challenges to…
(2026-05-11). Concern raised on challenges at Pretoria West police station. sanews.gov.za Concern raised on challenges at Pretoria West police station | The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has raised concerns over infrastructure and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) challenges at the Pretoria West police station. | This following an oversight visit to the station by the committee last week. | "[The] committee uncovered serious infrastructure and ICT challenges that are severely undermining effective policing and service delivery," the committee said in a statement. | According to the statement, the station currently operates from "three separate of…
(2026-05-11). 3,000-year-old Sanxingdui artifact confirmed as meteoritic iron. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have confirmed that iron fragments unearthed at the Sanxingdui Ruins in southwest China were made of pure meteoritic iron, providing new evidence for the study of early iron use in ancient China.
(2026-05-11). China Changes Everything: An anthology by social justice activists, journalists and commentators. iacenter.org Click this link to get China Changes Everything for 60% off list price! The book is available in printed form and as an e-pub on several platforms, including on Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble and BookShop.org Donate to help publicize the book China is this century's greatest success story, rising from poverty to become a leading force for global change. China's Targeted Poverty Alleviation program has helped 800 million people out of extreme poverty. China's solar panels, wind turbines and hydro power lead global efforts to save the planet. Electric cars, high-speed rail, clean and quiet metro subways set an…
(2026-05-11). Maharashtra HSC Result 2026 Date: May 02, Time: 01:00 PM. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Maharashrea HSC 12th result 2026.
(2026-05-11). New Orleans wants to fix its Mardi Gras mess. So why is the trash pile still growing? grist.org 
When cleaning crews dug deep into New Orleans' clogged drains in 2018, they pulled up leaves, mud — and 46 tons of Mardi Gras beads. | The sheer magnitude of waste accumulated over decades of Carnivals — and its impact on the flood-prone city's drainage system — shocked many residents and city officials. | "Once you hear a number like that, there's no going back," then-Public Works director Dani Galloway But nearly…
(2026-05-11). After Being Forced Out by Trump, Black Federal Officials Are Taking Him to Court. capitalbnews.org 
In 1995, Alvin Brown's grandparents became two of the 40,000 people who die in car crashes each year. They were going to a funeral service when their van crashed along Interstate 95 South near Manning, South Carolina. After their vehicle hydroplaned, a design flaw caused its doors to open, and they were ejected from the …
(2026-05-11). China beats Japan for 12th straight men's title at table tennis team worlds. ecns.cn LONDON, May 10 ⚪ China achieved a historic milestone on Sunday by defeating Japan 3-0 in the mens final of the 2026 ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals to claim its 12th consecutive gold.
(2026-05-11). Can Hantavirus Trigger Another Global Health Crisis? thinktank.pk The sudden outbreak of hantavirus linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius has triggered international concern after infected and potentially exposed passengers were evacuated to countries including France, the United States, Britain, the Netherlands, and Spain. While health authorities insist the risk of a global outbreak remains low, the incident has revived fears about emerging …
(2026-05-11). The Sociology of Disobedience: Rejecting Revered Elders for Algorithmic Aldermen. ummid.com We simply cannot afford to replace our revered elders with AI-driven chatbots.
(2026-05-11). Arrest warrant reissued for Bolivia ex-president after court no-show. scmp.com A Bolivian court on Monday reissued a warrant for the arrest of former president Evo Morales on charges of trafficking a minor after he failed to show up for the start of his trial. | Bolivia's first Indigenous president is accused of fathering a child with a 15-year-old girl while in office. | The parents of the teen are accused of consenting to the relationship in exchange for favours from Morales. | The former socialist leader, who governed from 2006 to 2019, rejects the accusations.
(2026-05-11). China deepens footprint at AI conference despite NeurIPS dispute, US tensions. scmp.com Chinese technology companies and researchers turned out in force at a leading global artificial intelligence conference, despite mounting questions over whether they might avoid the event as a consequence of tense relations between Beijing and Washington. | Papers with contributors from mainland China and Hong Kong accounted for over 51 per cent of accepted submissions, compared with just under 32 per cent from the United States, according to statistics compiled from the listed affiliations for…
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/14: What Is Democratic Modernity? indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-11). Nationals out, One Nation in: A new Liberal Coalition partner rises. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). Peter Tatchell assaulted at Rally Against Antisemitism. thecanary.co 
Veteran human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell was assaulted and forced out by a mob at the Rally Against Antisemitism in Whitehall on Sunday 10 May. He described attendees at the rally wrestling and shoving him and stealing a Free Palestine badge. He also received threats of violence if he attempted to rejoin the rally. And […] | By
(2026-05-11). America's Un-Christian Autocracy. scheerpost.com Scott Corey for Informed Comment The intersection of religion and politics is a sensitive realm, but the global conversation has undeniably arrived there. The recent conflict between the Pope and the US President was not a personal tiff or a celebrity feud. Fundamental principles of 21st Century authoritarianism drive explicit rejections of core Christian beliefs. …
(2026-05-11). What is economic development? mronline.org 
Since capital is globalized under neo-liberalism while labour remains confined to specific countries, a higher rate of accumulation is supposed to require the creation of a more attractive environment for capital compared to other countries; and lower wages constitute one major component of this more attractive environment.
(2026-05-11). The Sparta Complex: Does Geopolitical Ambition Undermine the UAE Model? unitedworldint.com 
Posted by by Islam Farag 23 Min Read May 11, 2026 After nearly six decades of membership in OPEC, and despite being the organization's third-largest oil producer, the United Arab Emirates announced its withdrawal from the organization at the end of last April. This decision by the Gulf state has raised numerous questions regarding its …
(2026-05-11). Andy Burnham is not the answer. thecanary.co 
With Keir Starmer in meltdown mode, Andy Burnham is being presented as Labour's saviour. Last time he stood for leader, in 2015, Burnham promised that his first trip overseas would be to the Israeli settler-state. This would be his third attempt at securing the top job at Labour, but does Burnham really represent a change […] | By
(2026-05-11). From Dubai dream to an economic nightmare; promises that turned to smoke. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Imagine spending years saving money and time to build a tall tower by the sea; the tower becomes so famous that every investor in the world wants to buy a unit in it. But suddenly, a war breaks out in the neighborhood, and investors flee; your stock value plummets, and you suddenly realize that the one who promised to protect you has left you alone.
(2026-05-11). Wednesday 5/13: Voting Rights: What Constitutes Free and Fair Elections? (In-Person w/ LWV & MI). indybay.org Mechanics Institute | 57 Post Street | San Francisco, CA 94104…
(2026-05-11). The Abundance Paradigm: Why AI Forces Rethinking Money. popularresistance.org A Universal Basic Income (UBI) has long been proposed as a way to cushion the blow of jobs lost to automation. Under that model, everyone receives a modest monthly payment — enough to cover basic needs and prevent extreme poverty. Rather than a subsistence stipend, Universal High Income (UHI) would be a level of income allowing ordinary people to live well in a world where machines do most of the work. Musk has also said that AI and robotics are the only things that can solve the massive U.S. debt crisis.
(2026-05-11). Baristas: Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol's "Back to Starbucks" Is Taking Us Backwards. wibailoutpeople.org View this email in your browser As Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol tells the press, his Back to Starbucks plan is working; baristas across social media are sounding the alarm on benefits and hours being cut. Brian Niccol is taking us backward. This isn't the first time this has happened, and in stores without a union, …
(2026-05-11). VIDEO: The Future of Irish Neutrality. worldbeyondwar.org The event featured Patrick Bresnihan, Rory Rowan, and Fionn Wallace who spoke about the importance of preserving Ireland's neutrality and the Triple Lock system — which requires UN, Government, and Dáil approval before Irish troops can be sent overseas. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-05-11). Howard University Students Didn't Boo Muriel Bowser Because They're Rude. They Booed Because They Live Here. newsone.com 
Source: Luke Johnson / Getty | Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser came to Howard University on Saturday, trying to graduate herself from City Hall, as if she and the class of 2026 were walking the same stage. | But those students were not fooled. They were not there to be props in her farewell narrative. They were not there to clap for a mayor who wanted to borrow the glow of the Mecca without answering for what happened to the city around it. | The graduates booed her. Of course they did. What did people expect? | That a graduating class of politically literate, Gen Z, HBCU students, sitting on the Yard in…
(2026-05-11). Sudan drone strikes killed at least 880 civilians between January and April: UN. newarab.com 
At least 880 civilians were killed in drone strikes in Drone attacks by both Sudan's army and paramilitary group The United Nations rights office said t…
(2026-05-11). EU hits Israel settlers with new sanctions over W. Bank violence. newarab.com 
The EU foreign ministers backed the sanctions package, which targets seven individuals and organi…
(2026-05-11). Public Largely Unaware of Third-Party External Review Process for Denied Healthcare Claims. projectcensored.org Warning: this story contains language about self-harm. Independent news outlet ProPublica published a report on October 7, 2025, exposing millions of Americans who were unaware that they could challenge their health insurance claim denials through external review. The report reveals how this system can be used to Americans' advantage by…
(2026-05-11). China's zero-tariff policy creates opportunities for Nigerian exporters, says official. ecns.cn ABUJA, May 10 ⚪ Chinas implementation of a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries is beneficial for Nigerian exporters and helps strengthen bilateral trade between the two nations, a Nigerian official said on Sunday.
(2026-05-11). Atlanta's 'Cop City' Makes Black Neighborhood A Lab For AI Policing. popularresistance.org When he drives through his neighborhood now, Brian Page passes rows of police cars and AI‚Äëpowered cameras that track nearly every movement. | For most of his life, Page, who goes by "Scapegoat Jones," felt safest in the community that Atlanta officials have since flooded with officers and surveillance technology in the name of "public safety." He bought a house six minutes from the one he grew up in in DeKalb County, is raising his daughter in the same majority‚ÄëBlack neighborhood, and cherished the forest trail where his family used to jog and ride bikes.
(2026-05-11). Epic nonsense: Trump shelves Project Freedom. onlineopinion.com.au Another Middle East operation, another collision between imperial rhetoric and strategic limits.
(2026-05-11). Modi govt accused of blocking viral satire reel under IT Act. geo.tv 
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the media at the Presidential Palace in New Delhi, India, June 7, 2024. — ReutersIndian YouTuber Dhruv Rathee has urged supporters to widely share a viral satirical reel blocked in India, accusing the Modi government of misusing the IT…
(2026-05-11). Tomgram: Karen Greenberg, Trumpland Is a Man's World. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. If you want a photo that perfectly catches this moment in what TomDispatch regular Karen Greenberg now calls Trumpland, try this one. It shows a championship women's tennis team from the University of Georgia on a recent visit …
(2026-05-11). Direct action is a weapon of the people. electronicintifada.net Prisoner linked to Palestine Action has spent many months in detention without trial.
(2026-05-11). China's 2025 autumn grain purchases reach recent high ahead of summer harvest. ecns.cn China purchased more than 338 million metric tons of autumn grain from the 2025 harvest season by the end of April, marking one of the highest levels in recent years, according to official data released on Sunday.
(2026-05-11). 'Horrific scene': bodies found in shipping container at Texas rail yard. scmp.com Federal agents are investigating the deaths of six people thought to be immigrants found inside a shipping container at a Union Pacific rail yard near the border with Mexico in Laredo, Texas, on Sunday as a "potential human smuggling event". | A Union Pacific employee found the bodies of six people inside a shipping container Sunday afternoon, said Jose Baeza, the Laredo Police Department public information officer.
(2026-05-11). China, U.S. to hold economic, trade consultations in ROK on May 12-13. ecns.cn The two sides will be guided by the important consensus reached between the two heads of state at their meeting in Busan and during previous calls, and will hold consultations on economic and trade issues of mutual concern, according to the ministry.
(2026-05-11). Return of the Yellow Monster of the Diné: Uranium Mining on the Big Rez. portside.org Return of the Yellow Monster of the Diné: Uranium Mining on the Big Rez |
(2026-05-11). Starmer's "survival speech" only postpones his downfall amid Labour's collapse. wsws.org These events vindicate the struggle of the Socialist Equality Party, which opposed the election of this rotten party and the pseudo-left tendencies who backed Starmer as the "lesser of two evils".
(2026-05-11). Israeli settlers force Palestinian family to rebury dead father. newarab.com 
Palestinian Mohammad Al-Asaasa never imagined that the first hours of grief following his elderly father's death, Haj Hussein Mohammad Hussein Al-Asaasa (Abu Ezzat), from the village of Al-Asaasa, south of Jenin in the northern occupied West Bank, would turn into a nightmare. | Mohammad was forced to exhume his father's body from its At noon on Friday, 8 May, the…
(2026-05-11). South Africa plans presidential impeachment probe over 'Farmgate' scandal. aljazeera.com The country's parliament says its speaker will begin the process of setting up the impeachment committee.
(2026-05-11). Nation OKs real-world 6G trials. ecns.cn China has taken a key step toward shaping the global future of telecommunications, as the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology officially approved the trial spectrum in the 6GHz band for 6G technology development.
(2026-05-11). The present is a struggle, the future is ours: Proposal for the emergence of a new Latin American and Caribbean left. unitedworldint.com The truth is that left-wing governments, in most cases, have created a new bureaucracy, also corrupt, nepotistic, and often incapable of generating policies that benefit the people. The time has come to reverse this situation. The collapse and dissolution of the Soviet Union marked the end of an era characterized by a bipolar international system …
(2026-05-11). Trump message on economy: Don't worry, be happy! peoplesworld.org 
Top White House operatives are claiming that "through the roof" credit card use by consumers is a sign of a healthy economy. Millions using those credit cards everyday know, however, that what is driving their reliance on plastic is high costs and a lack of cash to pay them. In the midst of a week …
(2026-05-11). May 23, 2026: Starbucks Workers United Baristas Organizing Nationwide Actions! Fair Union Contract NOW! wibailoutpeople.org Baristas have been at the bargaining table in good faith. Starbucks executives keep throwing up roadblocks while rolling out changes that make workers' lives harder: cuts to food markouts and Lyft benefits, scheduling that keeps people's hours unpredictable. The pressure needs to come from outside the table, too. That's where you come in. On May …
(2026-05-11). Trump Suggests He'll "PACK THE COURT" in Rant Against Justices He Appointed. truthout.org In a lengthy Truth Social post on Sunday evening, President Donald Trump lambasted two Supreme Court justices he had personally appointed to the bench for not being "loyal" enough to him. Trump berated Justices Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett, deriding their roles in a majority ruling earlier this year that overturned his massive global tariffs. He also denounced them for appearing… |
(2026-05-11). The ICE Surveillance Firm With Missing Executives And Phantom Clients. levernews.com 
(2026-05-11). Ballast water from damaged tanker responsible for oil spill in Kharg: DOE. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Department of Environment (DOE) has confirmed that the oil slick observed near the Persian Gulf island of Kharg was due to the discharge of contaminated ballast water from a damaged tanker.
(2026-05-11). Nothing can stop the break-up of Britain Even Farage is powerless. strategic-culture.su By Aris ROUSSINOS | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | In 1990, shortly before the collapse of Yugoslavia, the Serb cartoonist "C…
(2026-05-11). West launches 'Burnham-friendly' bid to oust Starmer. thecanary.co 
Labour MP Catherine West is still urging Keir Starmer to set a timetable for resignation. Shortly after the May 2026 local elections, West made it clear that she would challenge Starmer, even if nobody else would. Starmer: too little, too late On the first Monday after the elections, Starmer made a speech clearly intended to […] | By
(2026-05-11). 2026 Kerala Election Results Live. ummid.com Kerala Election 2026 Results: Counting of votes began in Kerala at various centers across the state today i.e. Monday May 04, 2026 at 08: 00 am amid heavy security.
(2026-05-11). The two-party system of voting in the UK has not been replaced. strategic-culture.su But British politics is never going to be the same again, Martin Jay writes. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | Farage's win in…
(2026-05-11). Pollsters struggling to comply with Colombia's stricter regulations. colombiareports.com The polling firms hired by Colombia's corporate media ahead of the elections are struggling to comply with stricter polling regulations that took force last year. A commission of experts that monitors compliance with the law, reportedly recommended the National Electoral Council (CNE) to suspend the license of the AtlasIntel, which has been conducting polls for …
(2026-05-11). Far Right Reform Party Saw Big Wins in UK Local Elections at Labor Party's Cost. truthout.org This year's local election results from the United Kingdom are in. The far-right, anti-immigrant Reform UK party made substantial gains, while the ruling Labour Party suffered heavy losses, signaling what London-based journalist Daniel Trilling calls a "wider fragmenting of politics" and a generational shift away from the two-party political system. We get an overview of major developments to the… |
(2026-05-11). Tunisia: End Abusive Prosecution of Refugee Aid Workers. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Mustapha Djemali. | © Private | (Beirut) — Five employees of the Tunisian Council for Refugees will stand trial on May 13, 2026, after appealing criminal sentences for their work assisting asylum seekers and refugees, Human Rights Watch said today. The Tunisian authorities should end the abusive prosecution of the employees, compensate them for their unlawful detention, and stop the widespread crackdown on civil society groups. Tunisian authorities shut down the Tunisian Council for Refugees in May 2024, arrested its founder and director, Mustapha Djemali, and program manager…
(2026-05-11). Accusing party of antisemitism, Pa. Supreme Court Justice David Wecht leaves Democratic Party that elected him. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Justice David Wecht of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania announced that he is leaving the Democratic Party, citing what he described as anti-Jewish actions and rhetoric within the party. | In a message distributed by the state court system, he said that antisemitic "hatred has grown on the left" and that it has "moved from the fringe to the mainstream." | "Nazi tattoos, jihadist chants, intimidation and attacks at synagogues, and other hateful anti-Jewish invective and actio…
(2011-05-26). DHA Hockey Academy a landmark initiative for revival of Pakistan hockey. tribune.com.pk 
President of the Pakistan Sports Writers Federation and Secretary General of AIPS Asia, Amjad Aziz Malik, has termed the DHA Hockey Academy, Lahore a major step towards the revival of Pakistan hockey, urging young players to dedicate themselves to restoring the country's lost glory in the national game. | He expressed these views while addressing under-30 players participating in training sessions at the DHA Hockey Academy at Manzoorul Hassan Hockey Stadium. Former Olympian Manzoorul Hassan and ex-World Cup player Colonel Saeed Khan were also present on the occasion. | Malik received a warm welcome upon his ar…
(2026-05-11). Seeking Media Lab Fellows for our Water Justice Lab Program. mediasanctuary.org This year, Water Justice Lab will also include a Media Lab fellowship, an opportunity for youth to get trained in and create short media to document the summer Water Justice Lab fellowship and specifically the Source to Estuary program. NATURE Lab Co-Director Ellie Irons spoke with the Sanctuary's Programming Manager Sina Basila Hickey about this opportunity. Learn more here:
(2026-05-11). Harriet Harman accused of cronyism following 'accidental' tweet fiasco. thecanary.co 
Following Labour's disastrous 2026 local elections, Keir Starmer attempted to once again reboot his government. Farcically, the latest 'refresh' saw him bringing back Gordon Brown (the last Labour politician to lose an election as a sitting PM) and Harriet Harman (the woman whose stint as deputy Labour leader proved so unpopular that it rallied support […] | By
(2026-05-11). The Hidden Benefits of Modern Financial Products You Should Know About. moguldom.com In today's fast-paced financial landscape, it's easy to assume that the financial products you're using offer nothing more than the basics: the ability to save, invest, and pay bills. But what if your credit cards, bank accounts, and investment apps were providing more than just the essentials? Many modern financial tools come with hidden perks …
(2026-05-11). Trump says he will suspend petrol tax amid soaring US fuel prices. aljazeera.com Suspending a federal tax requires an act of Congress, and there may be procedural delays before it can be achieved.
(2026-05-11). China-Europe Railway Express hits 130,000 trip milestone, carrying goods worth over $520 billion. ecns.cn The China-Europe Railway Express completed its 130,000th trip last Saturday, with the total value of goods shipped exceeding $520 billion, according to the China State Railway Group.
(2026-05-11). Sunday 5/10: Direct Action Workshop. indybay.org 3124 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley…
(2026-05-11). New support programs for damaged industries, low-income households on agenda. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, in a joint meeting with members of the Social Committee of Parliament, said that new support programs for the reconstruction of damaged industries and support for low-income households are on the agenda.
(2026-05-11). South Africa's Ramaphosa defies calls to resign over 'cash-in-sofa' scandal. scmp.com South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faced down calls to resign on Monday over a scandal in which thieves stole bundles of cash in foreign currency hidden in a sofa on his ranch. | In a televised address to the nation, Ramaphosa said he respected a constitutional court ruling that revived impeachment proceedings against him ‚Äålast week but pledged to defend himself.
(2026-05-11). Why Niger's French Media Ban Is Bigger Than Press Freedom. thinktank.pk The decision by Niger's military-led government to suspend several major French media organizations is not just another dispute between a former colony and its old colonial power. It represents a deeper geopolitical shift unfolding across West Africa — one where control over information has become as important as control over territory, military alliances, and natural …
(2026-05-11). Officials and activists are working to overturn Illinois's anti-BDS law. Could their campaign become a national model? mondoweiss.net 
Activists and lawmakers in Illinois are pushing to repeal the state's anti-BDS law, the nation's first such law. The campaign could serve as a model for more than 30 states that have since adopted anti-BDS laws.
(2026-05-11). UK sanctions 85 people and entities over 'pro-Kremlin narratives'. scmp.com Eighty-five Russia-linked people and entities have been sanctioned as part of a UK government crackdown on "pro-Kremlin narratives abroad". | The sanctions, imposed on Monday, were designed to target 29 individuals and organisations thought to have helped Russia forcibly deport and militarise Ukrainian children. | More than 20,000 Ukrainian children have been taken to Russia and the territories which it has occupied, according to the UK Foreign Office.
(2026-05-11). Wilmington issues eviction notices at homeless encampment as Mayor Carney states area was always 'temporary'. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? People living in a city-sanctioned homeless tent village at a local Wilmington park woke up on Monday morning to eviction notices from Mayor John Carney's office. | Residents said several police officers and representatives of the Friendship House, the site manager, moved through the park handing out the notices without explaining what they meant, leaving people upset and confused. | "What was your purpose?" Latifah Evans asked. "Why give us an area then take it from us? Why…
(2026-05-11). Major confrontation looming against Hochul and Mamdani: New York transit and LIRR workers should build rank-and-file committees to prepare a united strike! wsws.org The Metropolitan Transportation Authority ( MTA), like mass transit agencies all over the country, is determined to make the workers pay for a fiscal crisis that they did not create.
(2026-05-11). Nelson Mandela Bay cemeteries reopen following flood disruptions. sanews.gov.za Nelson Mandela Bay cemeteries reopen following flood disruptions | The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has announced the reopening of all municipal cemeteries that were temporarily closed due to adverse weather conditions. ⚪ The municipality said inspections were conducted on Friday to assess the readiness of affected sites ahead of the weekend, confirming that water levels have since subsided and operations can safely resume. ⚪ Cemeteries that are now reopened for burials include Forest Hill, North End, Motherwell, Matanzima, Bloemendal, Bethelsdorp, Papenkuils, Kabah, Gerald Smith and Despatch. ⚪ Burials had…
(2026-05-11). Saei re-elected as head of Iran taekwondo federation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Hadi Saei has been re-elected as the president of the Iran Taekwondo Federation for another four-year term.
(2026-05-11). Are Trump's nuclear plans illegal? commondreams.org The so-called "Rubber-Stamp Rule", an effort by the Trump administration to "Make America Nuclear Again", violates key components of the Atomic Energy Act (AEA) and Energy Reorganization Act, according
(2026-05-11). Disabled campaigners lift lid on new DWP benefits scandal. thecanary.co 
Despite the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) constantly spewing hatred about Universal Credit claimants stealing taxpayer money, disabled campaigners are reporting that some are being overpaid payments. Disability News Service (DNS) reported that disabled researcher and campaigner Caroline Richardson was contacted by multiple claimants who'd been overpaid. DWP absolutely useless, again Campaigners identified that over payments […] | By
(2026-05-11). What's Missing In Cities' Climate Resilience Interventions? popularresistance.org Cities are under growing pressure to green their infrastructure, manage stormwater, and reverse ecological decline, all at once. Three studies published in recent weeks offer useful, if sometimes sobering, evidence on where progress is being made and where the gaps remain. | The research spans three distinct interventions — household-level stormwater management in coastal cities, the ecological performance of urban green alleys, and the role of urban planners in freshwater conservation — but all conclude by pointing to a consistent theme.
(2026-05-11). South Sudan: The country's humanitarian needs continue to rise. icrc.org Joint SSRC-IFRC-ICRC News Release…
(2026-05-11). Israel's Knesset backs 'show trial' bill to try 7 Oct defendants. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). More passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship test positive. scmp.com A French woman and an American national evacuated from the cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak have tested positive, officials said on Monday, as the complex operation to repatriate those on board continued. | The French woman, one of five passengers from France flown back from the MV Hondius and placed in isolation in Paris, started to feel unwell on Sunday night, and "tests came back positive", said Health Minister Stephanie Rist.
(2026-05-11). 'It's a lifesaver:' Philadelphia parent and advocates want more stores to have shopping carts for children with special needs. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? At one point, Constance Jones used to dread grocery shopping. | Her 7-year-old son Austen has Jones either had to find someone to take care of her son while she went shopping, or she had to find a shopping cart that would fit her son. | "If he's doing a lot of…
(2026-05-11). Suspect in Trump attempted assassination pleads not guilty. geo.tv 
Cole Tomas Allen, a suspect in the White House Correspondents' Association dinner shooting, sits in the courtroom during a hearing after being charged with attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump, in Washington DC, US, April 30, 2026, in this courtroom sketch. —…
(2026-05-11). The richer Australians get, the sadder they become, data shows. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). Libya-linked vessels fire on migrant rescue ship. newarab.com 
Armed vessels linked to the
(2026-05-11). Apple Worker Ashley Gjovik and the Struggle for Heath & Safety, Labor & the Environment. indybay.org Apple health and safety whistleblower and environmentalist Ashley Gjovik spoke in San Jose about her struggle at Apple to protect her health and safety and fellow workers and the retaliation and corruption of government agencies. She also discussed the ongoing environmental dangers by Apple and other sites in the South Bay.
(2026-05-11). Could Trump's Iran Fiasco Be the United States' Suez Crisis? worldbeyondwar.org 
The Suez Crisis was the pivotal moment when the British government finally learned that it could no longer use military force to impose its will on less powerful countries. Like Americans today on Iran, the British public was way ahead of its government. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-05-11). Poland's ex-minister facing prosecution at home travels from Hungary to US. scmp.com A former Polish justice minister sought in his homeland for alleged abuse of power says he has travelled from Hungary to the US, prompting prosecutors in Poland to say on Monday that they are investigating whether he was assisted in evading liability. | Zbigniew Ziobro was a key figure in the government led by the nationalist conservative Law and Justice party that ran Poland between 2015 and 2023. That administration established political control over key judicial institutions by stacking higher…
(2026-05-11). Trump Again Accuses Kurds of Keeping Weapons Meant To Foment an Uprising in Iran. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Monday again accused Kurdish groups of keeping weapons the US wanted to send into Iran to foment an uprising against the Iranian government. "The people [of Iran] are watching it, they want to go out on the streets, but they have no weapons, they have no guns. We thought the Kurds were …
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). Israeli elections: Can a Bennett-Lapid alliance oust Netanyahu. newarab.com 
Ramallah, occupied West Bank – Israeli opposition leaders Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett have The move revives the partnership that
(2026-05-11). Fan festivals, Panini, tickets: What are FIFA World Cup fans talking about? aljazeera.com From collectible shirts to broadcasting issues, here's what global football fans are discussing before World Cup 2026.
(2026-05-11). Sunday Science: Hantavirus Misinformation Runs Rampant As the US Is Unequipped To Respond to Infectious Disease Health Scare. portside.org Sunday Science: Hantavirus Misinformation Runs Rampant As the US Is Unequipped To Respond to Infectious Disease Health Scare |
(2026-05-11). Rule of law must be upheld, President Ramaphosa speaks on illegal migration and protests. sanews.gov.za Rule of law must be upheld, President Ramaphosa speaks on illegal migration and protests | President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his weekly newsletter to call on South Africans to respect and uphold the laws of the country as government tackles the challenge of illegal migration. | This as demonstrations, some violent, against undocumented immigrants have spread across several major cities in South Africa. | "The recent violent protests and criminal acts directed at foreign nationals in parts of our country do not represent the views of South Africa's people nor reflect our government's policy. These are the acts of…
(2026-05-11). OFSS Bihar 1st Merit List 2026: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is releasing, the OFSS Inter First Merit List 2026, also called as OFSS 1st Selection List 2026, of the students who have registered for admission in Class 11 (Intermediate) through Online Facilitation System for Students website www.ofssbihar.info.
(2026-05-11). President Ramaphosa to address Africa's Travel Indaba. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to address Africa's Travel Indaba | President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday officially open and address Africa's Travel Indaba at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. | In a statement on Monday, The Presidency said the Indaba is a platform for leaders of the African tourism industry, investors, media, international tour operators, bookers and government leaders, whose mandate is to grow and develop tourism on the continent. | The Indaba, which will be held under the theme: "Unlimited Africa: Growing Africa's Tourism Economy", provides an opportu…
(2026-05-11). British flag shaggers caught on camera bullying older man. thecanary.co 
While it's died down a bit, a wave of 'flag mania' struck Great Britain in 2025. The people responsible for it operated under the name 'Raise the Colours', with the group being made up of notorious racists from Britain's far right. One of the infamous shitbags in question is Ryan Bridge, who you can see […] | By
(2026-05-11). Children of Missouri Death Row Inmates Share Stories of Loss, Stigma, and Resilience. projectcensored.org In an October 2025 article published by The Marshall Project, Katie Moore dove into the often-overlooked emotional and social toll of the death penalty through the eyes of the children whose fathers were executed in the state of Missouri. The report details the experiences of Summer Shockley, Marcellus "Sadir" Williams…
(2026-05-11). Black Alabama Residents Are Still Suffering Due To Trump Administration's Racist Gutting Of Wastewater Settlement. newsone.com 
Source: ITRartwork / Getty | White conservatives think we're being inflammatory when we say the Trump administration is a white supremacist organization. In truth, we're not even being hyperbolic. | At the start of President Donald Trump's second term, the DOJ's Civil Rights Division saw a
(2026-05-11). Tools That Help AEs Close Deals Faster. moguldom.com In today's business world, account executives (AEs) must do more than pitch products and negotiate contracts to stay ahead of the competition. They are responsible for managing pipelines, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, tracking buyer intent, hitting sales goals, and handling proposals while maintaining critical client relationships. As a result, choosing the right technology tools and …
(2026-05-11). Jim Crow?: Republicans capitalize on Supreme Court weakening Voting Rights Act. peoplesworld.org 
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(2026-05-11). How a Personal Loan Can Help Fund Your Career Development. moguldom.com In today's fast-paced job market, career development has become an essential aspect of personal and professional growth. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, earn a degree, attend a conference, or gain certification, investing in your career can lead to better job opportunities and higher earning potential. However, these opportunities often come with high financial …
(2026-05-11). Canada labels Sikh extremism a threat while accusing India of meddling. scmp.com A report from Canada's spy agency that identifies Khalistani extremism as a national security threat may accelerate a diplomatic reset with India, even as analysts say allegations of interference by New Delhi continue to cloud the relationship. | Delhi has long complained that a small number of Sikh separatist extremists have used Canadian soil to organise, raise funds and support violence connected to the push for "Khalistan", a proposed independent Sikh state in India's Punjab.
(2026-05-11). Paterson, Camden and other New Jersey school districts lay off over 1,000 teachers and support staff. wsws.org As in the rest of the United States, New Jersey is experiencing a wave of layoffs of educators and school workers because of budget shortfalls.
(2026-05-11). Australia: Health Workers Rank-and-File Committee opposes Labor's attack on disability services. wsws.org The meeting of health and disability workers unanimously passed a resolution opposing the cuts to the National Disability Insurance Scheme and discussed a campaign to mobilise health workers against Labor's brutal austerity agenda.
(2026-05-11). Dubois dethrones Wardley in brutal 11th round finish. thecanary.co 
Daniel Dubois reclaimed world glory by stopping Fabio Wardley in the 11th round at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena, turning a chaotic, knockdown strewn battle into a statement of power and resilience. Dubois v Wardley brought early chaos and two dramatic knockdowns The fight exploded into life in the opening seconds. Wardley landed a thunderous right […] | By
(2026-05-11). México, Oaxaca: Gustavo Esteva "Tejiendo Alternativas" indybay.org México, Oaxaca 2019: "Tejiendo Alternativas" — Entrevista a Gustavo Esteva…
(2026-05-11). Saturday 6/6: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: Here Comes the Sun, by Bill McKibben. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-05-11). Wednesday 5/13: Conversation with Rep. Rashida Tlaib: 78 Years Since the Nakba. indybay.org Online | www.imeupolicyproject.org/nakba-convo…
(2026-05-11). Milwaukee4Palestine: 78 Years of the Ongoing Nakba May 15-17, 2026 (Event Listings). wibailoutpeople.org 
Contact Milwaukee4Palestine Milwaukee4Palestine, USPCN Milwaukee, Great Ride MKE, and BintJamila's Table are proud to present a weekend of events to commemorate 78 years of the ongoing Nakba. Please join us for as many events as you'd like…hopefully all of them! We've tried to make this email as easy to read as possible — it's a …
(2026-05-11). After Magnus Carlsen, Chess Has Entered a New Age. portside.org After Magnus Carlsen, Chess Has Entered a New Age |
(2026-05-11). Talk World Radio: Scott Langley on Abolishing the Death Penalty. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-05-11). ICSE 10th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Class X (Class 10th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-11). 'It's a lifesaver': Philadelphia parent and advocates want more stores to have shopping carts for children with special needs. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? At one point, Constance Jones used to dread grocery shopping. | Her 7-year-old son Austen has Jones either had to find someone to take care of her son while she went shopping, or she had to find a shopping cart that would fit her son. | "If he's doing a lot of…
(2026-05-11). Investigation Reveals ICE Surveillance of School Cameras. projectcensored.org In February 2026, Mark Keierleber reported in a joint investigation by The 74, a non-profit education news organization, and The Guardian, that police are using school security cameras to assist President Donald Trump as well as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on immigration enforcement raids. As Rachel Dobkin reported for…
(2026-05-11). Meet Joseph Vijay: The Fathima Alumnus Who Stormed Into TN Politics. ummid.com The Fathima School alumnus, Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, or simply Vijay, is the latest Filmstar who has stormed into the Tamil Nadu Politics.
(2026-05-11). Alleged WHCD Attacker Cole Tomas Allen Pleads Not Guilty To Assassination Attempt On Trump. newsone.com 
Source: Handout / Getty | The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner last month has pleaded not guilty to a slew of charges, including a news indictment, involving a security guard at the event. | According to
(2026-05-11). Sunday 6/14: SAFAR: A Journey of Recollections. indybay.org Creativity Theater, Children's Creativity Museum, | Yerba Buena Gardens, 221 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-05-11). 90% Subsidized… Bielefeld Germany's ‚Ǩ7 Million Hydrogen Garbage Truck Fleet Sits Idle. wattsupwiththat.com The case of Bielefeld's idle garbage truck fleet is an example of bureaucracy's rank inability to operate a society, serving as a reminder that "green" technology is a costly folly.
(2026-05-11). Gauteng Liquor Board report released. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Liquor Board report released | Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, has released the Gauteng Liquor Board (GLB) Committee of Inquiry Report. | The report has been submitted to Gauteng Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Economic Development and was made available to the MEC after she assumed office last month. | "Following a thorough review of its findings and recommendations, the MEC has taken the decision to release the report publicly in the interest of transparency, accountability, and restoring public confidence in government institutions," the department said in a statement. | T…
(2026-05-11). Big Systems, Bigger Profits: Consumers Are Paying the Price of Corporate Hospital Power. progressivehub.net SOPHIA TRIPOLI, ALICIA CAMALICHE, AARON PLOTKE, AND NICHOLAS CHANG | FAMILIES USA…
(2026-05-11). Modi to begin five-nation tour, including UAE, amid Middle East crisis. al-monitor.com May 11 (Reuters) – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour taking in the United Arab Emirates and Europe from May 15-20, India's foreign ministry said in a statement on Monday, as the Middle East crisis drives up global oil prices and strains India's foreign currency reserves.Modi is to visit the UAE on May 15 and subsequently travel to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy, the statement said.
(2026-05-11). Trump's cuts are pushing the UN out of Geneva. That may be a win. responsiblestatecraft.org The $1.2 billion
(2012-05-26). Tennis legend Borg visit to Pakistan postponed. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) regrets to inform that the visit of former World No. 1 and tennis legend, Björn Borg, has been postponed due to urgent personal circumstances requiring his immediate presence elsewhere. Mr. Borg has therefore conveyed his inability to travel at this time. The PTF fully understands and respects his situation. | Despite this development, the tournament and scheduled events will continue in full spirit. Pakistan's players have delivered outstanding performances, with national success already achieved in the doubles event, where Pakistani players have clinched the title.
(2026-05-11). 2026 West Bengal Election Results Live. ummid.com West Bengal Election 2026 Results: Counting of votes began in West Bengal at 77 centers across the state today i.e. Monday May 04, 2026 at 08: 00 am amid heavy security.
(2026-05-11). Midterms Heighten Need for Social Media Regulation. projectcensored.org A March 2026 report from the nonprofit organization Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) warns that recent changes to social media platform policies could significantly shape the information bubble surrounding the 2026 US midterm elections. As digital platforms are now mediating much of the communication between political figures and the…
(2026-05-11). Right, Washington Post, Banning Hamburger Ads Won't Stop Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com They want to push what farmers remain to go all-organic, which ironically means they will need more land to produce anywhere near the same output because yields will fall, resulting in higher overall emissions.
(2026-05-11). Ascendant Technologies Review: Why So Many New Jersey Businesses Stick With This MSP Long-Term. moguldom.com Managed IT services are one of those things that can be difficult to evaluate form the outside. Almost every provider promises to offer you fast support, cybersecurity expertise, proactive monitoring and a level of reliability you can take to the bank. So, it is fair to say that, on paper at least, a lot of …
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/14: Art-in for Real Art & Human Artists, not Ai! Tues & Thurs thruout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Outside, in front of south wing entrance. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be. Media is there because ElonMusk is suing Sam Altman. We protest the broligarchy Nerd Reich!
(2026-05-11). Defend DACA Nurses! Kaiser CNA-NNU Rally In San Francisco To Protest Attack On Nurse. indybay.org Kaiser is attacking a CNA NNU Kaiser nurse by refusing to provide administrative leave for her paper to come through from the government. Unlike UC nurses Kaiser is moving to terminate her.
(2026-05-11). NYT report finds Israel spent over $1mn on Eurovision campaign. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). MAGA scores remap wins in Virginia, Tennessee, Florida. peoplesworld.org 
RICHMOND, Va. and NASHVILLE, Tenn.—If what the courts did to thwart the will of the people in Virginia last week holds up, Republicans could end up controlling the House in November despite large voter swings toward the Democrats. Republican President Donald Trump and his white supremacist MAGA movement scored major wins on consecutive days in …
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). These Southern States Are Redistricting After Supreme Court Ruling. newsone.com 
(2026-05-11). Agni-5 MIRV, hypersonic missile tech: Shishir Gupta explains details of India's game-changing leap. hindustantimes.com India test‚Äëfired a new Agni‚ÄëV with MIRV warheads and followed it within 24 hours with a successful hypersonic scramjet test, in what HT's Executive Editor Shishir Gupta calls a game‚Äëchanging boost to India's nuclear deterrent. The upgrades aim to beat missile defences, outclass Pakistan's China‚Äëbacked Ababeel and send a sharp message on Operation Sindoor's anniversary.
(2026-05-11). Iran-Turkey trade should reach $30b: ICCIMA head. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA), referring to the close ties between Iran and Turkey and the significant opportunities for trade and industrial cooperation between the two countries, said: Trade between Iran and Turkey should reach 30 billion dollars.
(2026-05-11). Hezbollah's Difficult War: How Southern Lebanon Rewrote the Rules of Battle. orinocotribune.com 
By The Cradle's Military Correspondent — May 9, 2026 |
(2026-05-11). US issues alert to banks on IRGC efforts to evade sanctions. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – The United States on Monday issued an alert to financial institutions warning of efforts by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' to evade U.S. sanctions, as concerns mount of a resumption of hostilities in the conflict with Iran.The U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) said it issued the alert to assist financial institutions in identifying those funding and facilitating procurement networks supporting the IRGC.
(2026-05-11). EU sanctions violent Israeli settlers after months of deadlock. aljazeera.com The assets of violent Israeli settlers and settler organisations are being targeted in a new EU sanctions package.
(2026-05-11). Thailand's former PM Thaksin Shinawatra released from jail. aljazeera.com Supporters of Thailand's former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra greeted him as he was released early from prison.
(2026-05-11). The Times article hallucinates Ireland as antisemitic hellhole. thecanary.co 
The Times has continued its decline as a place with zero editorial standards by printing evidence-free anti-Irish shite that ought to have been thrown in the bin with a giant red 'Citations Needed' stamped across its face. The piece by Jon Ihle claims that the country is unique among European nations in its hostility towards Jewish […] | By
(2026-05-11). Will Sysco Buying Restaurant Depot Cause Dining Out to Be More Expensive in L.A.? lataco.com Depends on who you ask and how you eat around Los Angeles.
(2026-05-11). WHYY, Penn launch 250th anniversary series: How the French and Haitian Revolutions defined America's. whyy.org The latest event in the series recounted Haiti's fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly's role as capital of the catering industry. | Images like these, depicting the Battle of Vertières, a major battle of the Second War of Haitian Independence, fueled fears of slave rebellion in the United States. (Wikimedia Commons)…
(2026-05-11). Federal Appeals Court Issues Temporary Stay of TX Death Row Prisoner's Execution. truthout.org A federal appeals court has temporarily halted Thursday's scheduled execution of Texas death row inmate Edward Busby, citing concerns over his eligibility for capital punishment because of intellectual disability. The 2-1 decision by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is in place "pending further order" of the court. Busby argued that a federal district court improperly denied the… |
(2026-05-11). Barcelona player Lamine Yamal waves Palestinian flag at parade. aljazeera.com Barcelona player Lamine Yamal unfurled a Palestinian flag as the team paraded through the streets of Barcelona.
(2026-05-11). Al Qadsiah wins but Al Nassr remains on top in SPL standings. ummid.com Al Qadsiah football club Sunday April 03, 2026 defeated Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr 3-1 in the 31st round of the ongoing Saudi Pro League season.
(2012-05-26). PSB rolls out digital platform for athlete talent scouting. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has launched the National Talent Identification and Verification System (NTIVS), a digital, merit-based initiative aimed at providing a transparent and structured pathway for young athletes across the country to be identified and assessed for national-level opportunities. | The initiative addresses a long-standing gap in Pakistan's sports ecosystem, where aspiring athletes often relied on informal channels, personal connections, or limited exposure to gain recognition. Through NTIVS, PSB seeks to institutionalise a fair and documented mechanism that allows talented individuals to pr…
(2026-05-11). Israel's election may end the Netanyahu era but not the 'forever wars'. scmp.com Israel's next election campaign is well under way, with political defections, fractious coalition-building and naked appeals to ethnic exclusion marking its opening salvoes as a crowded field of challengers queues up to try Benjamin Netanyahu for the security catastrophe of October 7, 2023 and the wars that followed. | The vote, constitutionally set for this October, is shaping up as a referendum on the prime minister's central claim to power: that only he can keep Israel safe.
(2026-05-11). On intervention and imperialism. mronline.org 
Why Imperialism Is the Greatest Threat to Humanity.
(2026-05-11). Victory Day persists as Russian symbol of the defeat of Nazism. mronline.org 
Despite the end of the Soviet era, May 9th remains a cornerstone of global antifascist history.
(2026-05-11). Southern California mayor will plead guilty to acting as agent for Chinese government. scmp.com A Southern California mayor has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, and has resigned from her city position, officials said on Monday. | Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, was charged in April with one count of acting in the United States as an illegal agent of a foreign government. She was accused of doing the bidding of Chinese officials, such as sharing articles favourable to Beijing, without prior notification to the US government as required by…
(2026-05-11). San Francisco Bay Area Tibetan Monks and Community Members Have Urban Walk for Peace. indybay.org El Cerrito, CA, Tibetan Monks and Community Members Walk for Peace…
(2026-05-11). Friday 5/15: Get the Flock Out of SF Peninsula. indybay.org Corner El Camino Real/Embarcadero in front of Town and Country Village lamp post | Palo Alto CA…
(2026-05-11). Sunday 6/14: Immigrant Rights Sunday at La Peña "Disappeared in Detention" indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center (3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley)…
(2026-05-11). Rashford free‚Äëkick hands Barcelona the La Liga title. thecanary.co 
Barcelona sealed the La Liga crown with a 2-0 win over Real Madrid at the Camp Nou, a Clasico that doubled as a title decider for the first time in nearly a century. Marcus Rashford, on loan from Manchester United, opened the scoring with a spectacular free‚Äëkick that bent past Thibaut Courtois and into the […] | By
(2026-05-11). Lamine Yamal waves Palestine flag as Barcelona celebrate La Liga win. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands of Barca fans pack streets of Spanish city during open-top bus parade after football league victory.