aljazeera.com (2026-05-11). Iran war live: Tehran says US continues to have 'unreasonable demands'Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson says the United States continues to have "unreasonable demands", adding that Iran's response to the US proposal, that Tehran sent to Pakistan yesterday, "was not excessive". | US President Donald Trump slams Iran's response to Washington's peace proposal as "totally unacceptable".
presstv.co.uk (2026-05-11). Explainer: How Iran's Strait of Hormuz cable sovereignty could reshape global internet governance
Beneath the waters of the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran's territorial sea extends 12 nautical miles and overlaps completely with Omani jurisdiction, leaving no high seas whatsoever, lie at least five major submarine fibre-optic cable systems. | | These cables carry approximately 99 percent of all intercontinental internet traffic and an estimated 10 trillion US dollars in daily financial transactions.
(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). Far-Right Anti-Immigrant Party Surges in U.K. Elections; Calls Grow for Labour PM Starmer to Resign. democracynow.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 U.K. political scene from Trilling, including how Donald Trump's transformation of the U.S. right-wing movement has inspired Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, and how the Labour Party's…
(2026-05-11). From Shireen Abu Akleh to Amal Khalil, the killer is the same. mondoweiss.net 
Four years ago today, Shireen Abu Akleh was assassinated by an Israeli soldier. Since then, Israel has killed more than 275 journalists in Gaza and Lebanon. The world that let Shireen's killer walk free made all of this possible.
(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). Trump calls Iranian response to negotiations "unacceptable," as Israel continues Lebanon bloodbath. wsws.org US President Donald Trump declared Iran's reply to his negotiation terms "TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE" on Sunday, threatening renewed military escalation four days before his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
aljazeera.com (2026-05-11). Iran war live: Tehran says US continues to have 'unreasonable demands'
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson says the United States continues to have "unreasonable demands", adding that Iran's response to the US proposal, that Tehran sent to Pakistan yesterday, "was not excessive". | US President Donald Trump slams Iran's response to Washington's peace proposal as "totally unacceptable".
middleeasteye.net (2026-05-11). Israeli Soldier Says Orders Were Kill Any Man Encountered GazaIsraeli soldiers said the army ordered troops to kill any man they encountered in Gaza during the genocide that began in 2023. | | "A man, no matter what age, don't play games with it; kill immediately," one soldier said, describing the orders they received. | | "They even told us that if it's a woman or a child, use your judgment, because things happen," he added, saying similar instructions were given regarding donkeys.
(2026-05-11). Hezbollah drone kills Israeli soldier in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
An Israeli soldier was killed, and others were wounded The Israeli military said reservist Alexander Glovanyov, 47, was killed in the drone attack, while Israeli media reported that rescue helicopters were dispatched to evacuate wounded soldiers after one helicopter reportedly suffered a malfunction. | The attack came amid…
(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). 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.
npr.org (2026-05-11). Israeli settlers force Palestinian family to exhume and rebury their fatherIsraeli settlers in the occupied West Bank dug up the grave of an elderly Palestinian man on Friday and forced his family to remove his body from the cemetery where he had been laid to rest. | | The United Nations Human Rights Office for the occupied Palestinian territory called the incident a "despicable" example of the "new level of dehumanization of Palestinians that is happening in the occupied West Bank."
(2026-05-11). Lebanese PM says Lebanon open to peace agreement with Israel if demands met. ecns.cn Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Sunday that Lebanon is open to a peace agreement with Israel once its demands are met, stressing that Beirut currently focuses on "stopping hostilities and ending the war."
(2026-05-11). If Trump wants out of war he needs to stand up to Israel on Lebanon. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-05-11). Remembering 262 Palestinian Journalists Israel has killed since Oct 2023. ummid.com On World Press Day, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip commemorated more than 262 journalists killed by Israeli forces since the start of the genocide on Oct 7, 2023.
(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). Trump says U.S. monitoring buried Iranian enriched uranium. ecns.cn Demonstrators holding placards take part in a May Day rally in Los Angeles, California, the United States, on May 1, 2026..Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Iran needs to"make it clear"that they do not seek a nuclear weapon, which Washington sees as key to a peace deal.
(2026-05-11). Exclusive: Iran agrees to hold nuclear talks within 30 days. newarab.com 
Iran has agreed to discuss its nuclear programme within 30 days as part of a 14-point response delivered to The sources said Tehran had shown "significant flexibility" by agreeing to discuss the nuclear file within a month, an issue it had previously refused to address at this stage of negotiations, insisting instead that it be postponed to later phases. | According to the sources, the Iranian response initially focuses on ending the war…
(2026-05-11). Iran war 'not over,' uranium must be removed: Netanyahu. newarab.com 
"It's not over, because there's still nuclear material ⚪ enriched uranium ⚪ that has to be taken out of Iran. There's still enrichment sites that have to be dismantled," Netanyahu said in an interview that aired Sunday on the C…
(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 Rejection of Iran's Peace Response Signals a Prolonged Gulf Crisis and Global Energy Instability. moderndiplomacy.eu The latest rejection by United States President Donald Trump of Iran's response to Washington's proposed peace framework marks another dangerous escalation in the ongoing Gulf conflict. What initially appeared to be a limited military confrontation has evolved into a broader geopolitical crisis with direct implications for global energy security, regional stability, and great power competition. …
(2026-05-11). Macron denies plans to send French warships to Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
French Speaking during an official visit to Kenya on Sunday, Macron said
(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). South Korea condemns attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, vows response. newarab.com 
Experts conducted an initial forensic analysis of the damage to the port stern, a Blue House official said. The attack had led to a fire in the vessel's engine…
(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). 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). Can Pakistan Break the US-Iran Diplomatic Deadlock? thinktank.pk The latest diplomatic exchanges between the United States and Iran show that both sides want to avoid a full-scale regional catastrophe — but neither side is willing to compromise on the core issues that caused the conflict in the first place. Iran recently responded to a US proposal aimed at ending the war through Pakistani …
(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). The Iran War Is Reshaping European Monetary Policy Through Energy Driven Inflation Fears. moderndiplomacy.eu The continuing conflict involving the United States and Iran is no longer only a Middle Eastern security crisis. It is rapidly becoming a major economic and monetary challenge for Europe. The recent rise in euro zone bond yields following the rejection of Iran's response to a United States peace proposal reflects growing investor fears that …
(2026-05-11). US hits China-linked Iran oil trade with sanctions ahead of Trump trip. al-monitor.com The sanctions come after the United States rejected Iran's latest proposal to end the war.
(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). U.S. President Donald Trump to pay state visit to China from May 13 to 15. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. President Donald Trump will pay a state visit to China from May 13 to 15, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson announced on Monday.
(2026-05-11). China confirms Trump's visit this week. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping react 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. — AFPThis will be first visit by a US…
(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). US issues new sanctions over oil shipments to China. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – The U.S. government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and four in the United Arab Emirates, for aiding Iran's shipment of oil to China. The ninth company is based in Oman.The Treasury move follows sanctions announced on Friday on individuals and companies aiding Iranian purchases of weapons and components used to make drones and ballistic missiles.
(2026-05-11). UAE is using oil to reshape its position inside the Gulf hierarchy. ummid.com With its exit from OPEC and OPEC+, the UAE is challenging the authority of Riyadh, strengthening its own strategic autonomy, and moving closer to a regional make-up where the US and Israel remain central actors in the pressure campaign against Iran.
(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). 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). U.S.-owned tanker ship attacked by Iranian drones: report. ecns.cn
(2026-05-11). Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks. geo.tv 
(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). Industriales and Holguín Set the Pace in the Elite League. radiohc.cu Havana, May 10 (RHC) — Industriales and Holguín emerged victorious this Sunday and assumed sole leadership of the IV Elite League of Cuban Baseball, after winning their respective matches. | The Leones de Industriales defeated Las Tunas 14-11 in an offensive duel that allowed them to take the lead in the season series, while the Cachorros de Holguín completed a sweep against Matanzas with an 8-3 victory. | At Julio Antonio Mella Stadium, the Industriales had to dig deep after Las Tunas tied the game twice. However, a decisive five-run eighth inning proved to be the difference. | The Industriales offense capi…
(2026-05-11). Flotilla "Rumbo a Cuba" sets sail for Havana from Barcelona. radiohc.cu The flotilla "Rumbo a Cuba" / "On our way to Cuba" set sail on Sunday from Barcelona for the Caribbean island to transport photovoltaic equipment destined for the Juan Manuel Márquez Pediatric Hospital. It is also carrying medicine and food. | This initiative is led by the NGO Open Arms and involves more than 20 social and political organizations, such as Ecologistas en Acción, Asociación Amal Esperanza, Podemos, Izquierda Unida, Compromís, Comuns, and Bildu, among others. | Before crossing the Atlantic to Havana, the Open Arms ship Astral will stop in Valencia on May 13, Málaga on May 19, Cádiz on May 22, and La…
(2026-05-11). Gaza filmmakers slam BBC after shelved documentary wins Bafta. aljazeera.com 'We refuse to be silenced and censored,' journalist and presenter Ramita Navai says while accepting the award.
(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). 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). Two years on: upgrading the Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah. icrc.org For families in Gaza, the Red Cross Field Hospital has been a lifeline. Two years on, this upgrade enables the lifeline to continue.
(2026-05-11). Gaza: Doctors under Attack wins BAFTA despite BBC censorship only to be censored again. thecanary.co 
The BBC has once again been exposed as being entirely at odds with the interests of the British public after Gaza: Doctors Under Attack won a BAFTA at the 2026 ceremony. The previously censored documentary won in the current affairs category — a result that further highlights how biased the licence-funded broadcaster has become in […] | By
(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). How smokers in Gaza are using molokhia instead of tobacco. newarab.com 
In the war-torn What began as an improvised response to scarcity has evolved into a fragile and unregulated micro-market. | In the…
(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). Gaza: Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah undergoes overhaul to continue addressing urgent health-care needs. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). Gaza documentary dropped by the BBC wins BAFTA. aljazeera.com
(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). Presidente Maduro y su esposa felicitaron a las madres de Venezuela y del mundo. radiohc.cu El presidente constitucional Nicolás Maduro y su esposa, la primera combatiente y diputada Cilia Flores enviaron este domingo un mensaje a las madres de Venezuela y del resto del mundo, en este día especial. | Así señala el texto publicado en la red social de Telegram, desde la cárcel de Nueva York, donde se encuentran recluidos después de su secuestro por tropas especiales de Estados Unidos el pasado 3 de enero.Cilia y yo les enviamos un abrazo lleno de amor, respeto y gratitud". | La pareja presidencial destacó que "madre es amor, creación y protección eterna; es lealtad, compromiso, ternura y fuerza".En cada m…
(2026-05-11). The Party They Said Would Never Govern: How Reform UK Reshaped British Politics. moderndiplomacy.eu By the time the results boards cleared in the early hours of 8 May 2026, the verdict was impossible to soften. Reform UK had seized over 1,400 council seats across England, taken control of 13 local authorities, and planted its flag in places that had not seen political competition in living memory: Sunderland, Suffolk, Havering, …
(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). Frustrated Trump learns he have the cards on Iran. al-monitor.com One of President Donald Trump's favorite metaphors is that he's got the cards ⚪ that through the might of the United States and his own acumen he can overpower any adversary.On Iran, the former casino owner is learning that he, in fact, doesn't have such a strong hand after all.
(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). Covert NATO initiative turns film into anti-Russia battleground. strategic-culture.su By Kit KLARENBERG | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | A scandal has erupted over covert NATO conferences with the Western entert…
(2026-05-11). UK's Keir Starmer battles for political survival after election defeat. aljazeera.com The UK prime minister is set to give a speech on Monday in a bid to convince the public of his leadership.
(2026-05-11). At least 7 people shot in Paterson, New Jersey – reports. ecns.cn At least 7 people shot in Paterson, New Jersey-reports.
(2026-05-11). Rubio hosts Ethiopia's FM amid push to boost security ties: What to know. al-monitor.com In response to heightening regional volatility, Ethiopia is prioritizing a strategic partnership with the Washington to secure its geopolitical standing.
(2026-05-11). 2026 West Bengal Elections End With Poll PC Highest Since Independence. ummid.com Polling for the second phase of 2026 Assembly Elections in West Bengal Wednesday April 29, 2026 ended amid heavy deployment of security personnel, including NIA sleuths.
(2026-05-11). Trump and his family are enriching themselves. mronline.org 
I do not know if the numbers on the Forbes char are correct but it is quite obvious that Trump and his family are using their positions to enrich themselves.
(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). 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). Is the Vatican standing up to Trump? aljazeera.com Redi Tlhabi speaks with Kim Daniels on the growing strain between the Vatican and Donald Trump.
(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). 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). Canceled over Palestine: Biotech CEO Rami Elghandour on Rutgers Disinviting Him as Graduation Speaker. democracynow.org 
Two weeks before Rami Elghandour was expected to address newly minted engineering graduates at his alma mater Rutgers University, the CEO of biotech firm Arcellx received a shocking call from school administrators. Citing "vague" complaints about his social media posts on Israel and Palestine, the school abruptly withdrew its convocation invitation. We speak to Rami Elghandour about the decision, which he tells Democracy Now! he finds not only "heartbreaking," but also illogical. "Having a different point of view is not harming these students in any way to lead to this sort of outcom…
(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). Celtic 3-1 Rangers: Maeda's overhead kick keeps title race alive. thecanary.co 
Celtic overturned an early deficit to beat Rangers 3-1 at Celtic Park, with Daizen Maeda producing a moment of real quality — an overhead kick that sealed the win and kept Celtic within a point of the Premiership leaders. The result hands momentum back to the Hoops with two games to go. Celtic vs Rangers: […] | By
(2026-05-11). New York transit and LIRR workers: Build rank-and-file committees—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). US Steel contests OSHA fines for deadly Clairton Coke Works explosion. wsws.org Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fined US Steel and its contractor MPW Industrial Services $180,000 for the deaths of Timothy Quinn and Steven Menefee.
(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). Libya-linked vessels fire on migrant rescue ship. newarab.com 
Armed vessels linked to the
(2026-05-11). Sunday 5/31: Author Talk: George Takei, They Called Us Enemy. indybay.org [HYBRID] San Francisco Main Library, Chinese Center, 3rd Floor | 100 Larkin Street | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-05-11). Man suspected of plotting violent attack had sought to target Louvre, officials say. al-monitor.com PARIS, May 11 (Reuters) – A 27-year-old man suspected of plotting a violent attack and of planning to join Islamic State in Syria or Mozambique had sought to target a Parisian museum and the Jewish community, though no specific target was identified, a source close to the investigation said on Monday.French newspaper Le Monde reported that the man, who was arrested on Thursday, had attempted to target the Louvre and the Jewish community in Paris' 16th arrondissement.
(2026-05-11). The richer Australians get, the sadder they become, data shows. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/14: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! | Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-05-11). After year away, France returns ambassador to Algeria: What to know. al-monitor.com France and Algeria have made efforts to improve ties recently, with the strain resulting from disagreements over Western Sahara and their shared colonial past.
(2026-05-11). Where Are The Carriers As Of May 11, 2026: 20 Warships Enforce Iran Blockade. twz.com 
Meanwhile, USS Nimitz has made a stop in Rio as part of its circumnavigation of South America and repositioning cruise to Norfolk.
(2026-05-11). Mothers Are Stretching Every Dollar. popularresistance.org Sherrah Hill, a mother of six, didn't think a simple promise to her kids — that she would buy them ice cream with toppings to celebrate their good grades — could stress her out so much. But then she stood in one of the aisles of her local grocery store in South Florida, staring at a package of sprinkles priced at $8. | "Inside, I was dying because I was like, 'How do I tell my kids that I can't afford to get sprinkles for their ice cream?'" Hill said. | These are the realities that some mothers are facing as they grapple with the rising cost of many things in their lives, including consumer goods, foo…
(2026-05-11). SAWS Advises on intense cold fronts bringing cold, wet and windy conditions. sanews.gov.za SAWS Advises on intense cold fronts bringing cold, wet and windy conditions | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says that very cold, wet and windy conditions are expected over the southern parts of the Namakwa District in the Northern Cape and the western interior of the Western Cape, as well as the Chris Hani and Joe Gqabi district municipalities of the Eastern Cape, until Tuesday. | Snowfalls are also expected over the mountains of the Western Cape and southern parts of the Northern Cape, as well as over the high ground of the Eastern Cape. | Therefore, the weather service has issued several impact warni…
(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). 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). 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). Kenya hosts France's Macron: Why the relationship matters to both. aljazeera.com Nairobi's partnership with Paris has sparked criticism, with many worried Kenya's interests will be subordinated.
(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). 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). 1 killed, 2 injured in shooting in U.S. Indiana. ecns.cn A teenager was killed and two others were injured late Saturday in a shooting that erupted during a post-prom party at a residence in Pine Township in the U.S. state of Indiana.
(2026-05-11). UN experts explore pathways to overcome Africa's challenges amid global uncertainties. ecns.cn ADDIS ABABA, May 10 ⚪ United Nationsexperts and officials have called for new policy approaches that place social inclusion, resilience and regional integration at the heart of Africas development strategies to overcome inequalities.
(2026-05-11). Modern Money changes everything. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). The Voice of The Global South is Inaudible. moderndiplomacy.eu Friendship treaty in 1950, Tehran Declaration in 2001, and Chahbahar port's construction and development in progress are a timeline of India's relationship with Tehran, yet in Tehran's most grueling times, New Delhi happens to lose its voice. There are a few reasons for the expectation of a voice to be heard from India, one being …
(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). 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). We must not underestimate the threat of Reform, even at local authority level. thecanary.co 
The May 2026 local elections in England saw sweeping gains for the far-right Reform UK. Whilst it could be tempting to dismiss these results for being limited to the council level, the will nevertheless have a massive effect on vulnerable groups in our society. That applies both in terms of Reform's power and the politics […] | By
(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). 60+ Organizations In Palestine Demand Release Of Flotilla Activists. popularresistance.org More than 60 civil society organizations in Palestine issued a statement demanding the immediate release of detained Global Sumud Flotilla activists, reiterating their appreciation of the flotilla campaign, and calling for more solidarity action. | The statement is deeply valued by campaigners seeking to free Palestine. It is reminiscent of the encouragement of international solidarity offered by the African National Congress and its allies when they were seeking to abolish apartheid in South Africa. The South Africans valued the solidarity actions on college campuses and by religious, civil rights, and legal org…
(2026-05-11). Establishment media are STILL trying to have a go at Zack Polanski. thecanary.co 
The establishment's terror of the Greens has not diminished after the party's powerful performance in last week's 2026 local elections. Those elections saw the Greens more than quadruple their seats to 587, win more mayoral elections than any other party and win control of their first five councils ever. The party also gained hugely in […] | By
(2026-05-11). México, Oaxaca: Gustavo Esteva "Tejiendo Alternativas" indybay.org México, Oaxaca 2019: "Tejiendo Alternativas" — Entrevista a Gustavo Esteva…
(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). 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). Statement by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. icrc.org Delivered by Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent…
(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). Thailand's Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison. aljazeera.com Influential former prime minister released on parole after spending about eight months behind bars.
(2026-05-11). Tuesday 5/12: Enough is Enough – STOP Musk & Altman's Threat to the Workers of the US & the World! indybay.org Oakland Federal Building | 1301 Clay St. | Oakland…
(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). 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). Trump's cuts are pushing the UN out of Geneva. That may be a win. responsiblestatecraft.org The $1.2 billion
(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). 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). 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…
(2011-05-26). Maheen Elahi takes South Asian miniature painting to London with 'Reimagined Realities'. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore-based artist Maheen Elahi unveiled her latest exhibition Reimagined Realities in London, sharing artwork that serves as a reflection of South Asia's oldest art forms and focuses on peace, tranquillity and bliss through solitude. | Maheen presented a varied collection of works that explored the centuries-old practice of South Asian miniature painting. The exhibition, displayed at the Green & Stone Gallery, marks the artist's first major showcase since graduating from one of South Asia's leading art schools. | View this post on Instagram | Maheen is the granddaughter of renowned painter Saeed Akhtar, who…
(2026-05-11). Hong Kong right to move to extend long arm of the law to claw machines. scmp.com You can't buy happiness, they say. But we "buy" dopamine fixes all the time. Just whip out the smartphone and we easily go down that rabbit hole of endless doom scrolling, falling into the addictive trap of instant gratification, chasing likes, shares, comments and followers as rewards. | Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in our experience of pleasure, focus, reward and motivation. It propels us to put in effort, devote time and feel good about our achievements.
(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). China launches cargo craft Tianzhou-10 to send supplies for space station. ecns.cn China launched the cargo craft Tianzhou-10 from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on Monday morning to deliver supplies for its orbiting Tiangong space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency. | The Long March-7 rocket, carrying Tianzhou-10, blasted off at 8: 14 a.m. (Beijing Time) from Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province, the agency said.
(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). Select Select Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Physics is essentially an intuitive and concrete science. Mathematics is only a means for expressing the laws that govern phenomena." — Albert Einstein…
(2026-05-11). Palestinian prisoner Riyad Albustanji denied medical care in Italian prison. samidoun.net 
Palestinian prisoner Riyad Albustanji — imprisoned in Italy in pretrial detention since 27 December 2025, alongside fellow Palestinian community leaders Mohammed Hannoun, Raed Dawoud, and Yaser Elasaly — is currently suffering from serious health problems. However, Albustanji, 60, a Palestinian sheikh, held in the high-security section of Rossano prison in Calabria, is being systematically denied …
(2026-05-11). Spain's Nico Williams sustains hamstring injury before World Cup. aljazeera.com Midfielder looks distraught while limping off the field before half-time in Athletic Bilbao's 1-0 loss to Valencia.
(2026-05-11). Iran two-tier internet cuts citizens off as elites stay online. newarab.com 
(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 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). Now You See Them… Now You Don't. scheerpost.com Women Leaders and Trump 2.0 Karen J. Greenberg Tom Dispatch It's been a tough couple of months for women officials in Washington — or, more accurately, in Trumpland. In early March (Women's History Month, by the way), in a Truth Social post, the president fired Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, the second woman ever …
(2026-05-11). Americans think Trump has explained Iran war goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – Two out of three Americans think President Donald Trump has not clearly explained why the country has gone to war with Iran, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll completed on Monday that also showed his approval rating ticking up from the lowest level of his term.The four-day poll revealed deep concerns about surging gasoline prices, and also suggested many voters are casting blame for their troubles on Trump's Republican allies who will be defending their congressional majorities in the November midterm elections.
(2026-05-11). Newsom Isn't the Dystopia — Trump Is. scheerpost.com By Jim Mamer A few days ago (5-9-26), ScheerPost ran an article titled Gavin Newsom, A Candidate Fit for Dystopia. The title seemed curious to me because it suggested that Newsom would be the perfect candidate for a society where life is very, very bad and where most people are fearful of a totalitarian government. …
(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). New linguistic expertise deepens debacle for prosecution of Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org In the case against 26-year old Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk, a third linguistic expertise requested by the court further undermines the case of the prosecution based on charges of "state treason under martial law".
(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). The Global Sumud Flotilla is sailing on, here is why. aljazeera.com The Israeli attack on part of our flotilla has convinced us we must continue with our mission.
(2026-05-11). China says it successfully launches Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft. ecns.cn China said it successfully launched a Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft atop a Long March-7 Y11 carrier rocket from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in south China's island province of Hainan on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Under-threat UK PM Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong. newarab.com 
(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). 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). Israel votes on controversial public trial bill for Palestinians. newarab.com 
7 October 2023 attack could violate international law and turn court proceedings into "show trials". | The legislation, titled the "Prosecution of Participants in the October 7 Massacre Events Bill", is set for its second and third readings in Israel's The bill is sponsored by MK Simcha Rothman of the far-right Religious Zionist Party and opposition lawmaker Yulia Malinovsky of
(2026-05-11). "We call on all those with influence and responsibility to uphold the protections that civilians, medical personnel, humanitarian workers and communities depend on" icrc.org A joint statement from President of the ICRC Mirjana Spoljaric and the President of the IFRC Kate Forbes…
(2026-05-11). A Sad and Beautiful World: "When things get better, we'll come back to Beirut" wsws.org Beirut has been subjected to repeated, brutal Israeli bombing raids throughout the current conflict.
(2026-05-11). Maharashtra 12th HSC Result 2026 Out, Konkan Region Topper. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has declared today i.e. Saturday May 02, 2026 12th HSC exam 2026 result and pass percentages based on which the Merit List and Names of Toppers have also been revealed.
(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). 'Labour's Leader Must Change Not Just Because Keir Starmer Is Unpopular, but Because of What Made Him Unpopular'. bylinetimes.com Labour is in crisis. Those most attached to the party's leadership would say otherwise, and talk about last week's losses as typical midterm blues, but crisis is the word. Labour lost Wales. In England Labour is losing in Northern strongholds such as Sunderland and in London ones like Hackney. It is shedding votes to Reform on the right and even more to the Greens on the left. In the Scottish Parliament, decline continues. | Yet for some time Labour has been having at least partly the wrong conversation. It is a problem not restricted to the internal dynamics of the Labour Party but encompassing the future of…
(2026-05-11). Manipur Violence And A Nation's Fading Attention. ummid.com Manipur does not need occasional outrage, it needs sustained attention, accountability, and action.
(2026-05-11). 'Utter Injustice': Outrage as Modi Govt Hikes Hajj 2026 Airfare. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government is facing outrage after the Ministry hiked airfare of the pilgrims going to Makkah for Hajj 2026 by 10,000 rupees.
(2026-05-11). The Epstein Saga: Chapter 10, Mr. 20 Billion. strategic-culture.su Have you ever heard of the man behind the "20 billion in 20 minutes" story? | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | The perfect prof…
(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). 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). Middle East conflicts a danger for whales off S.Africa: study. newarab.com 
Conflicts in The rerouting of shipping around South Africa's southwestern coast supports globally significan…
(2026-05-11). Netanyahu Stresses The Need For More Propaganda As Israel's Hasbara Budget Soars. caitlinjohnstone.com.au In a fawning softball Major Garrett (which apparently is a real name belonging to a real guy who works for 60 Minu…
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). Exclusive: Iraq officials allege US shielding secret Israel base. newarab.com 
Senior In comments to The New Arab, a senior Iraqi official in the office of outgoing Prime Minister
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/21: Economic Activism for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1Bn7ony……
(2026-05-11). Sunday 5/10: Direct Action Workshop. indybay.org 3124 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley…
(2026-05-11). Arsenal smash and grab against Hammers as VAR dominates. thecanary.co 
Arsenal left the London Stadium with a 1-0 win, after a real dog fight of a match. A smash and grab if you like, but also a controversial decision that will dominate the week. Leandro Trossard's 83rd-minute finish proved decisive, but the real drama arrived in stoppage time when Callum Wilson's late leveller was ruled […] | By
(2026-05-11). Stop Utility Shutoffs; Corporate Terror Kills. popularresistance.org Electricity was cut off 13.4 million times to U.S. homes in 2024. Gas was shut-off to 1.7 million. | That's a national disaster. Since several folks usually live in a household, this means at least 40 million to 50 million people lost their lights and heat that year. Their crime was being poor. | Having your electricity cut off means your milk, meat and other refrigerated food will spoil. So will life-saving medications like insulin, which many people with diabetes need. | Shut-offs can kill. A May 15, 1982, fire in Baltimore killed 10 people, including seven children. The fire was caused by a candle that the fam…
(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). Tuesday 5/12: Building Power through Relationships: Our Role in the Midterms. indybay.org Zoom | www.fcnl.org/events/building-power-throu……
(2026-05-11). South Sudan: The country's humanitarian needs continue to rise. icrc.org Joint SSRC-IFRC-ICRC News Release…
(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.
(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.
(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). Harvard graduate workers strike enters fourth week: Build rank-and-file committees to break the UAW's isolation. wsws.org A graduate student worker at UMass in Boston described how Harvard and other major universities rely on exploitation of academic workers.
(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). 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). 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). Sunday 5/17: Fossil Free Future Festival: Joyful Resistance to Chevron. indybay.org Keller Beach & Judge Carroll Park in Richmond, CA | W Cutting Blvd and S. Garrard Blvd, Richmond, CA 94801 US | Schedule/Location: | 11: 00am Indigenous Opening Ceremony at Keller Beach | 12: 00pm Festival at Judge Carroll Park…
(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). 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). Two senior cops in court for charges of criminal misconduct. sanews.gov.za Two senior cops in court for charges of criminal misconduct | Two senior police officers and a businessman have appeared in the Kempton Park Magistrates' Court on charges related to contravening the Precious Metals Act and defeating or obstructing the course of justice. | The accused in the case include Head of Counter-Intelligence in the South African Police Service Crime Intelligence Division, Major-General Feroz Khan; Gauteng Provincial Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), Major-General Ebrahim Ahmed Kadwa and businessman Tariq Downes. | "The charges emanate from an incident on 5 Ma…
(2026-05-11). Monday 5/11: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-05-11). Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of violating 3-day ceasefire. ecns.cn MOSCOW/KIEV, May 10 ⚪ Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating a declared three-day ceasefire.
(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). New Green Party deputy mayor wants to ban landlords from profiting. thecanary.co 
The Green Party outperformed its best ever results in the 2026 local elections. As a result, there are many more Green councillors now, and with that comes interesting new ideas you won't hear from status quo politicians: Based. t.co/RvrJljCufx — Curtis Daly (@CurtisDaly_) May 10, 2026 Oh, and when we say the Greens outperformed their […] | By
(2026-05-11). Is Trumpland only for Men? juancole.com (
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). The AI Mythos: If we can destroy the World, imagine what we can do for your hedge fund. mronline.org 
You ever wonder why people who make AI talk about how AI might destroy humanity—but still keep making AI?>
(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). China claims its 7th straight women's title at table tennis team worlds. ecns.cn China claimed its seventh straight women's title at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals, rallying past Japan in a five-match thriller on Sunday.
(2026-05-11). How workers can fight the wave of AI layoffs. wsws.org A progressive response to this offensive is possible only through a frontal assault by the working class on the unchallenged "right" of capitalist property itself.
(2026-05-11). China claims 12th straight men's title at table tennis team worlds. ecns.cn China secured a record-extending 12th consecutive men's team title at the World Table Tennis Championships on Sunday with a 3-0 victory over Japan.
(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). 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). Power system stable as winter demand increases. sanews.gov.za Power system stable as winter demand increases | Eskom says the power system remains stable even after a sharp rise in evening consumption, with peak demand at times reaching nearly 2‚ÄØ000MW above anticipated levels. ⚪ Demand has been rising, driven by seasonal winter conditions in South Africa over the past few weeks. | "The system has remained stable. This has been achieved alongside the natural tapering of solar generation at sunset, demonstrating enhanced operational resilience and improved capacity utilisation across the fleet. ⚪ "This performance reflects the sustained impact of the Gen…
(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). 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). Call for Rotuman people to speak language or it could be 'lost forever'. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Luka Forman, RNZ journalist A community leader from a tiny island says preserving her native tongue is more important than ever, as schools on the island itself have stopped teaching it. Rotuma is an island about 650km north of Fiji and is a dependency of Fiji. UNESCO lists Rotuman as definitely endangered and says…
(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). UPSC Coaching: Haj Committee Invites Application for 2026-27 Batch. ummid.com UPSC Coaching: The Haj Committee of India for its IAS & Allied Services Coaching and Guidance Cell, which runs UPSC Civil Services Coaching for the students from minority communities on concession basis, has invited applications for the 2026-27 batch.
(2026-05-11). CONTENT WARNING: Police in Israel arrest and violently beat Palestinian lawyer. thecanary.co 
A Palestinian lawyer, who is an Israeli citizen, has been beaten to a pulp by police in Israel after they invaded his apartment in Be'er Sheva. Saleh Khalil Faisal Na'ama's attack comes amid rampant and escalating Israeli violence and land theft perpetrated on Palestinians under the apartheid occupation. Israel's daily newspaper Haaretz got hold of […] | By
(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). 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). 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). Somalis rally against government-ordered evictions in Mogadishu. aljazeera.com Demonstrators rallied across the Somali capital in support of families displaced by a wave of government-led evictions.
(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). The Town That Wouldn't Die: A View from the Streets of Bint Jbeil. thecanary.co 
If you want to understand the soul of Bint Jbeil, you don't look at a map. Instead, you look at the Israeli artillery left in our town square — a sign of liberation from the occupation after the year 2000. Our town centre was a graveyard of Israeli hubris. We kept the rusted skeletons of […] | By
(2026-05-11). Delhi: Blaze in Vivek Vihar building leaves 9 dead. ummid.com At least 9 people have died after fire broke out in a 4-storey residential building in Vivek Vihar area of Delhi's Shahdara Sunday May 03, 2026.
(2026-05-11). Interfaith Pilgrimage From Oakland City Hall to Airport to Protest Israeli Crimes. indybay.org FedEx goes into hidihg…
(2026-05-11). Ronaldo, King take Al-Nassr closer to SPL 2025-26 title. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's leadership as well as football skills were on full display again on Wednesday April 29, 2026 as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Ahli Saudi FC in the 30th round of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26.
(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). 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). 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). India's ruling far-right BJP makes gains in state elections amid wave of anti-government working class protests. wsws.org The results of the five Indian state and territorial assembly elections announced Monday, May 4, point to a deepening crisis of bourgeois rule and the urgency of arming the working class with a revolutionary socialist program and strategy.
(2026-05-11). Protection of health care in armed conflict: UN Security Council Resolution 2286 10 years on. icrc.org Briefing by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council Arria-formula Meeting: "A Decade of Resolution 2286: Protecting Medical Care in Conflict Amid Evolving Threats".
(2026-05-11). The Board of Deputies just smeared Polanski to suck up to Farage. thecanary.co 
On 10 May, a 'Rally Against Antisemitism' took place in London. While it's good to oppose racism, people have questioned the organisers' motives. As Green Party deputy Rachel Millward commented: I will never attend a march fighting antisemitism, where Zack Polanski isn't invited but 'Gas the Jews' Nigel Farage is. And well done to the […] | By
(2026-05-11). Letters From an American — May 9, 2026. portside.org Letters From an American — May 9, 2026 |
(2026-05-11). Farrer by-election deepens existential crisis of Australia's Liberal Party. wsws.org The plunge of the Liberal vote to just 12 percent, in a seat held by its previous leader, indicates that the traditional conservative party of the ruling elite is on the brink of collapse.
(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). Telangana SSC Result 2026 Announced, Check List of Toppers. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana has declared today i.e. Wednesday April 29, 2026 the TS SSC (Class 10) 2026 examination result and score card on its official website bse.telangana.gov.in based on which the Merit List and Toppers Names have also been made public.
(2026-05-11). Sunday 6/7: 51st Annual Santa Cruz Pride Parade & Festival. indybay.org Parade starts at 11am at the intersection of Cathcart St. and Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-11). UK, France to host defence ministers meeting on Hormuz. newarab.com 
The UK and France will on Tuesday host a multinational meeting of defence ministers on military plans to restore trade flows through The announcement came hours after Iran warned London and Paris against sending warships to the region. | "The Defence Secretary John Healey will co-chair a meeting of over 40 nations, alongside his French counterpart, Minister Catherine Vautrin, for the multinational mission's first Defence Minister's meeting," a British defence ministry statement said Sunday. | The virtual m…
(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). Students And Teachers Strike Against Right-Wing Reforms, Militarization. popularresistance.org Students and teachers in over 60 localities across Italy striked on May 7 to protest education reforms presented by the Meloni government that seek to subordinate the education sector to industry interests and militarization. The measures include aligning technical and professional courses with employer needs and removing critical content from curricula, while keeping thousands of education workers in precarious positions. | The day of mobilization was preceded by an additional sectoral strike day on May 6, and coincided with a new wave of dockworkers' protests for better working conditions and against arms trans…
(2026-05-11). Lessons of NewsGuild Pittsburgh Post Gazette Strike & the Fight for a New Paper. indybay.org The Pittsburg Post Gazette Newsguild journalists went on the longest unfair labor practice strike in the United States. After going back to work the owners turned the paper over to a non-profit group which proceeded to terminate most of the union strikers. A journalist and striker Steve Mellon talks about the lessons of their strike and their struggle for a paper run by workers and the community.
(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). 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). Talk World Radio: Scott Langley on Abolishing the Death Penalty. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio, we're talking about ending the death penalty with Scott Langley, co-founder of Death Penalty Action. See: deathpenaltyaction.org abolition.org forwhomthebelltolls.org Total run time: 29: 00 Host: David Swanson. Producer: David Swanson. …
(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). Thursday 5/28: Boots Riley In Conversation with Forum Live. indybay.org Sydney Goldstein Theater | 275 Hayes Street | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(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). 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). On intervention and imperialism. mronline.org 
Why Imperialism Is the Greatest Threat to Humanity.
(2026-05-11). Trump says Iran's response to U.S. plan 'totally unacceptable'. ecns.cn Urgent: Trump says Irans response to U."Trump wrote on his Truth Social.
(2026-05-11). Meet Guido Reichstadter, the Marine Veteran Who Scaled D.C. Bridge to Protest Iran War & AI. democracynow.org 
Outraged by the civilian casualties from the war on Iran, protester Guido Reichstadter scaled the 168-foot Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C., earlier this month. He remained on the bridge for over five days. Upon descending, he was arrested and charged by law enforcement for trespassing. Reichstadter says he undertook his protest as a form of nonviolent opposition against both the Trump administration's war on Iran and the unchecked acceleration of artificial intelligence systems — some of which have been used by the United States military to select targets for deadly missile stri…
(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). When Socialists Joined the Rank-and-File Upsurge. portside.org When Socialists Joined the Rank-and-File Upsurge |
(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). Rank-and-file rebellion and the unity of the working class. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Will Lehman, candidate for president of the United Auto Workers (UAW) and member of the International Workers Alliance of Rank-and-File Committees (IWA-RFC), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI. | This speech was delivered by Ula≈ü Sevinàß, Chairman of the Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi — Dà∂rdàºncຠEnternasyonal (Socialist Equality Party — Fourth International), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-11). China's CPI up 1.2% in April. ecns.cn Chinas consumer price index, a main gauge of inflation, rose 1.2% year on year in April, official data showed on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Power tussle grips Philippine Congress amid move to impeach VP Sara Duterte. aljazeera.com Trial of vice president in question after allies of Duterte stages a coup and wrestles control of the Philippine Senate.
(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). 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). Building Unity's May 16, 2026 Wisconsin Unity Summit in Madison! wibailoutpeople.org Wisconsin Unity Campaign Our current project is the Wisconsin Unity Campaign and we hope you and/or someone else from your group is planning to join us for the Wisconsin Unity Summit on Saturday, May 16, 10 AM—5 PM at Christ Presbyterian Church, 944 E. Gorham St., Madison. If you haven't already, please register here so …
(2026-05-11). Nationals out, One Nation in: A new Liberal Coalition partner rises. independentaustralia.net 
(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). China launches Tianzhou-10 cargo craft to send space station supplies. ecns.cn China launched the cargo craft Tianzhou-10 from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on Monday morning to deliver supplies for its orbiting Tiangong space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency.
(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). 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). Wednesday 5/27: Discussion Group — "The Revolutionary Party: Its Role in the Struggle for Socialism" indybay.org New Valencia Hall | 747 Polk St (nr. Ellis), San Francisco | (located 7 blocks from Civic Center BART and on/or near the Muni #5, 19, 27, 31, 38 & 49) | Wheelchair accessible entrance…
(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). 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). UK sanctions 12 Iran-linked people, entities. newarab.com 
Updating its official sanctions list, the Foreign Office in London imposed the UK travel bans and asset freezes on nine people, two shadow banking exchange houses and the allegedly criminal Zindashti network. | The UK government had already…
(2026-05-11). Reform councillor who wants benefit claimants 'put down' joins the Senedd. thecanary.co 
Reform UK councillor Francesca O'Brien posted that she's completed her Senedd member induction. The fact that she's taken her seat as a Reform politician shows her party really doesn't care what its candidates say about people. Reform UK's new MS, the same Francesca O'Brien who defected to Reform UK from the Conservatives saying it was […] | By
(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). 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). 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). Reckless disembarkation of hantavirus-stricken MV Hondius exposes collapse of public health. wsws.org As one of the French passengers repatriated from the MV Hondius developed symptoms mid-flight, the Trump administration announced it will neither quarantine nor test the 17 Americans returning from the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship.
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/14: What Is Democratic Modernity? indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(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). 16 in a room, filthy toilet: Indian Haj pilgrims share harrowing conditions in Makkah. ummid.com A number of Haj Pilgrims from India, who reached Makkah al Mukarramah in Saudi Arabia last week, have shared the harrowing conditions they have been forced to live in.
(2026-05-11). Gardener's guide: How to convert your home lawn into a meadow. whyy.org 
This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Landscape experts and environmentalists are touting the benefits of converting lawns into meadows and encouraging native plants. These peaceful habitats with native grasses and wildflowers have a number of environmental benefits. | This spring, Pennsylvania…
(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). Joint call by the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Director-General of the World Health Organization and the International President of Médecins Sans Frontières. icrc.org States should uphold and strengthen the protection of medical care in armed conflict on the 10th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2286…
(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). Paratroopers jump onto Britain's most remote inhabited island for hantavirus mission. scmp.com British paratroopers landed on a "golf course covered in rocks" to supply medical personnel and oxygen to Britain's most remote overseas territory as it deals with a suspected hantavirus case, an army commander said on Sunday. | The UK Health Security Agency confirmed on Friday that a British national had disembarked from the cruise ship MV Hondius to the South Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, where they live, with a suspected case of hantavirus.
(2026-05-11). From local election loss to Mandelson fiasco, Starmer must go. newarab.com 
While the Most recently, he was forced to give a statement to Parliament where he denied knowing that Mandelson had failed security vetting, and seemed genuinely flustered when MPs reacted to his statement, "I know many members across…
(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). 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). Timberwolves win, tie playoff series after Spurs' Wembanyama ejected. aljazeera.com Edwards's 36 points give Minnesota 114-109 win and tie the Western Conference semifinals 2-2 against San Antonio Spurs.
(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). 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). 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). Confronting Absence: Art, Testimony and Humanitarian Action on the Crisis of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). Somalia's Child Malnutrition Nears Five-Year Highs. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). 'Pay before you pass': Iran formalizes Hormuz transit rules — how, which nations will get permits? coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-11). 'Avoid gold, cut fuel…': Modi's 7 appeals triggers row; opp says govt shifting burden to citizens. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-11). Message on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). Contradictory signals from the Kremlin on the geopolitical scenarios to come. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-05-11). Luhansk: Coping with the scars and strain of loss. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). I was killed, but I forgot to die: The life of a waiting family. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). Brazil: ICRC director-general begins official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). Afghanistan: Operational update on humanitarian response in Kamdesh and Barg-e-Matal Districts, Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). ICRC director-general concludes official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). Mali: ICRC provides further medical support for hospitals in the wake of fresh hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-05-11). Salvadoran Man Says He Suffered Stroke While Awaiting Deportation to Torture Prison. scheerpost.com Kate Morrissey for Capital and Main Elenilson Armando Coto Delgado believed that he would be imminently deported to El Salvador when he had a medical emergency in late April while in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Coto Delgado feared that the Salvadoran government would send him to a notorious prison called Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo, …
(2026-05-11). Irán responderá a cualquier ataque a sus buques, advierte legislador. radiohc.cu Un alto legislador iraní advirtió este domingo que nuevas agresiones contra embarcaciones iraníes provocarán una respuesta "contundente" contra buques y bases de EE.UU. en la región. | El portavoz del Comité de Política Exterior y Seguridad Nacional del Parlamento iraní, Ebrahim Rezai, afirmó en una publicación en su cuenta de X que Washington está agotando rápidamente sus opciones mediante continuas provocaciones en el Golfo Pérsico.A partir de hoy, nuestra contención ha terminado. Cualquier agresión contra nuestros buques recibirá una respuesta iraní contundente y decisiva contra los buques y bases estadouniden…
(2026-05-11). Far-Right Nationalist Monarchists March in Paris. indybay.org The annual royalist tribute organized by the far-right nationalist promonarchist French political movement L'Action Franàßaise during the national holiday, Fête nationale de Jeanne d'Arc et du patriotisme, took place on May 10, featuring a parade, brief speeches, and flower-laying at the golden statue of France's patron saint in the Place des Pyramides.
(2026-05-11). Fans celebrate as Barcelona clinches LaLiga title. aljazeera.com Barcelona fans filled the streets in wild celebration after a convincing 2-0 El Clasico win over Real Madrid.
(2026-05-11). Meanwhile, in El Salvador. fpif.org Recently, I had the opportunity to stand in a friend's kitchen eating
(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). What next for Real Madrid after Barcelona's La Liga and Clasico triumph? aljazeera.com Barca sealed their La Liga title defence in the best way possible on Sunday, but where do Real go now, after their loss?>
(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