(2024-11-20). An A-Z of the children Israel killed in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israeli attacks have killed at least 17,400 children in Gaza. That is one child killed every 30 minutes.
(2024-11-20). Leaked files expose high-level UK military plot to destroy The Grayzone. thegrayzone.com In their bid to "keep Ukraine fighting," a covert cell of British military strategists and spooks plotted to destroy "media outriders" that threatened their narrative. Among their top targets was The Grayzone. Leaked documents obtained by The Grayzone have revealed the existence of a British military-intelligence cabal, which plotted since the onset of the Ukraine proxy war to prolong the conflict "at all costs." Known as Project Alchemy, the secret cell was convened under the watch of the British Ministry …
(2024-11-20). Day 411 in Gaza: Israeli Bombardment Continues. imemc.org 
Israeli forces continued their assault on the entire civilian population of the Gaza Strip, which is home to 2.2 million Palestinians, half of whom are children under age 18. In the pre-dawn hours on Wednesday, two Palestinians were killed and others were injured in Israeli warplanes' shelling of the northern and southern Gaza Strip.
(2024-11-20). Dr. Adnan Al-Bursh's death by torture underscores brutal targeting of Palestinian health workers by Israel. peoplesdispatch.org New details have emerged in the case of the Palestinian surgeon who was tortured to death and sexually abused by Israeli forces. Meanwhile, the health situation in Gaza remains dire.
(2024-11-20). CND slams Biden's Ukraine weapons decision as 'dangerous' and 'reckless'. thecanary.co The following article is a comment piece from the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament The Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) strongly condemns the decision by the Biden administration to allow Ukraine to use its Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) weapons to strike targets inside Russia. CND: Biden's weapons decision over Ukraine This move, which escalates the […] | By
(2024-11-20). Ukraine to get US land mines for use against Russian forces: Reports. aljazeera.com US President Biden's decision to provide antipersonnel mines comes after Ukraine fired ATACMS missiles into Russia.
(2024-11-20). UN: Approve Next Steps on Crimes Against Humanity Treaty. hrw.org Click to expand Image | United Nations Headquarters building in Manhattan, New York City, on December 21, 2021. | © 2021 Sergi Reboredo / VWPics via AP Images | (New York) — United Nations member countries should vote to launch formal negotiations for a treaty that would prevent and punish crimes against humanity, Human Rights Watch said today.The proposed convention has been under consideration in the UN General Assembly's Sixth Committee which deals with legal matters. The Committee has traditionally made decisions by consensus.Yet, because Russia is opposed to these negotiations, it will not supp…
(2024-11-20). Yemeni Forces Target Israel-Bound Ship in Red Sea in Support of Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Yemen's armed forces have launched a missile attack on a ship in the Red Sea, intensifying their campaign against Israeli-linked interests in response to the regime's military aggressions in Gaza and Lebanon, according to an official statement.
(2024-11-20). Hezbollah Launches Missile Attack on Israeli Military Intelligence Base near Tel Aviv. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Lebanon's Hezbollah resistance movement announced it had fired a salvo of missiles at Israel's military intelligence base near Tel Aviv on Tuesday.
(2024-11-20). Israel refuses Turkish-mediated Gaza ceasefire deal: report. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Turkey reportedly offered Israel mediation to reach a deal to end the Gaza war, saying it was willing to talk to Hamas leaders to achieve this. | According to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, the direc…
(2024-11-20). UPDATE Day 410 in Gaza: Israeli Forces Strip-Search Children, Kill & Wound Families. imemc.org 
On Tuesday, the 410th day of the aggression on the Gaza Strip, the Israeli raids and massacres continued, with more than 76 Palestinians killed and at least 158 wounded in the past twenty-four hours alone. On Tuesday night, the Israeli army fired a missile at a home in the Sabra neighborhood, southwest of Gaza City, …
(2024-11-20). Eight Reasons Why Marco Rubio Would Be a Disastrous Secretary of State. pressenza.com Of all Trump's choices for his foreign policy team, Marco Rubio is the least controversial to the By Medea Benjamin and Nicolas J. S. Davies | The only area where there might be some hope for ending a war is Ukraine, where Rubio has come close to Donald Trump's position, praising Ukraine for standing up to…
(2024-11-20). Israeli PM Netanyahu offers $5m reward for captives freed from Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu offers cash rewards, safe way out of war-torn Gaza as inducements to free Israeli captives.
(2024-11-20). Israeli posturing over Lebanon ceasefire "not the reality" aljazeera.com Menachem Klein talks about Netanyahu's flawed strategy for imposing a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
(2024-11-20). Netanyahu's absurd obsession with incapacitation serves the leaders of Israel's regime coup. haaretz.com Frustrated by his failure to push through the Haredi draft exemption bill and terrified he may have to testify in his ongoing criminal trial, Israel's prime minister is pushing the entire country into a dangerous and chaotic conflict between the branches of government…
(2024-11-20). Netanyahu is certain there is no one left to oppose his plans. Only the public can stop him. haaretz.com Until this point, the prime minister has been wary of openly confronting the attorney general, but now feels confident enough to risk it. The liberal public, drowning in despair since the outbreak of the war, will not be able to claim that it did not know where the country was heading…
(2024-11-20). Palestinian report: 12 people killed in airstrike in Jabalya in northern Gaza Strip. haaretz.com ISRAEL: IDF reservist killed in southern Lebanon Combat ‚ñ LEBANON: U.S. envoy Hochstein is in Beirut for cease-fire talks, says there is 'real opportunity' to bring the Hezbollah-Israel conflict to an end ‚ñ GAZA: UNRWA reports 97 of 109 trucks of Gaza aid lost in convoy looting…
(2024-11-20). Army Invades Villages And Towns In Nablus And Salfit. imemc.org 
On Tuesday evening, Israeli soldiers invaded several villages and towns near Nablus and Salfit in the northern and northwestern parts of the occupied West Bank. Media sources reported that the soldiers invaded Salem, Deir Al-Hatab, Beit Furik, and Beit Dajan towns, east of Nablus. The sources added that the soldiers closed streets and fired gas …
(2024-11-20). 'So much anxiety': With one week to go, hope and fear surround US election. presstv.ir One week is left to the United States presidential election, with voters' emotions starting to intensify.
(2024-11-20). Headlines for November 20, 2024. democracynow.org U.S. Shuts Embassy in Kyiv, Citing Possible Imminent Russian Attack, Biden Approves Transfer of New Type of Landmines to Ukraine, Crowds of Hungry Palestinians Queue for Food Amid Shortage of Flour Due to Israeli Siege, Al Jazeera Reporter Injured After Israel Struck Gaza Home Following Earlier Attack, Protests Rock Senate Office Building Ahead of Vote on U.S. Military Aid to Israel, Trump Taps TV Personality Dr. Oz to Lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Trump Taps Wrestling Mogul Linda McMahon for Education Secretary, Billionaire Howard Lutnick for Commerce, Leaked Records Show Matt Gaetz Sent $10,0…
(2024-11-20). Headlines for November 20, 2024. democracynow.org U.S. Shuts Embassy in Kyiv, Citing Possible Imminent Russian Attack, Biden Approves Transfer of New Type of Landmines to Ukraine, Crowds of Hungry Palestinians Queue for Food Amid Shortage of Flour Due to Israeli Siege, Protests Rock Senate Office Building Ahead of Vote on U.S. Military Aid to Israel, Trump Taps TV Personality Dr. Oz to Lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Trump Taps Wrestling Mogul Linda McMahon for Education Secretary, Billionaire Howard Lutnick for Commerce, Leaked Records Show Matt Gaetz Sent $10,000 to Two Women Who Testified He Paid Them for Sex, L.A. City Council Adopts Sanctua…
(2024-11-20). Biden has pivoted to allow Ukraine to use US missiles in Russia. Why now? aljazeera.com Analysts point to shifting realities on battlefield, looming Trump presidency as likely reasons for long-awaited move.
(2024-11-20). In India's tribal-dominated Jharkhand, BJP labels Muslims as 'Bangladeshis'. aljazeera.com BJP accused of trying to divide tribal and Muslim votes by raising bogey of 'Bangladeshi infiltrators' in a key region.
(2024-11-20). Election Scandal: Shiv Sena Candidate in Liquor and Cash Controversy. devdiscourse.com The Thane city police have registered a case against Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Kedar Dighe amid allegations of possessing liquor and cash, intended for voter distribution, as he contests against Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
(2024-11-20). Jharkhand's Electoral Battle: Voter Turnout Hits Over 61%. devdiscourse.com Jharkhand witnessed a robust voter turnout in the second and concluding phase of its assembly elections. Electoral officials reported that over 61% of voters cast their ballots by 3 PM across 38 constituencies.
(2024-11-20). Tensions and Allegations Mark Early Hours of Indian Bypolls. devdiscourse.com Tensions flared in the early hours of Indian bypolls held across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, and Uttarakhand, with an average voter turnout of 20%. Authorities reported an incident of stone pelting in Meerapur village, Uttar Pradesh, prompting police intervention to ensure voter safety.
(2024-11-20). Raj Thackeray Casts Vote for Son's Political Debut. devdiscourse.com Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray was among the voters on Wednesday, casting his ballot for his son Amit Thackeray, who is making his debut in the electoral arena from the Mahim assembly constituency in Mumbai.
(2024-11-20). US Tries To Pound Lebanon Into Submission. popularresistance.org Israel has intensified its air strikes on Lebanon and in particular on Beirut, ahead of a visit on Tuesday or Wednesday by U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein, at which he will press Lebanon to accept a U.S./Israeli ceasefire plan. | This plan is touted as being based on U.N. Security Council Resolution 1701 [of 2006], but in fact represents its abnegation. | You may have noted that neoliberal politicians and media pundits, who ignore and denigrate every other U.N. resolution on the Middle East, are suddenly very enthusiastic about UNSCR 1701. This is because it mandates withdrawal of Hezbollah forces to the north of the r…
(2024-11-20). Pro-Palestine Protests Erupt In Rio Ahead Of G20 Summit. popularresistance.org Hundreds of protesters marched along Rio de Janeiro's iconic Copacabana Beach on Saturday, rallying in solidarity with Palestinians and addressing global issues just days before global leaders gather for the G20 summit. | The peaceful demonstration, held under steady rain and watched by heavy security, aimed to send a message to the heads of state and government convening in the city on Monday and Tuesday. | Protesters carried Palestinian flags and banners demanding an end to Brazil-"Israel" relations and a halt to military funding for "Israel's" genocidal campaign in Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-11-20). Israeli minister Ben Gvir visits far-right figurehead Meir Kahane's grave. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-11-20). Jonathan Cook: The Guardian's Antisemitism Is Clearly on Show. So Why Is Everyone Fine With It? scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-20). NY Times Killed Investigation of Israeli Hooligans, Internal Email Reveals. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-20). Seeds of Resistance. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-20). Kashmiri shopkeepers hauled for anti-Zionist stance in Kerala. ummid.com A purported video is doing rounds on the internet where a Kashmiri handicraft shop owner had a verbal duel with the Israeli tourist, for his pro-Palestine and anti- Zionist instance.
(2024-11-20). Colombian Environment Min. Susana Muhamad on Trump, Banning Coal to Israel & Phasing Out Fossil Fuels. democracynow.org 
As Democracy Now! continues to broadcast from the U.N. climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, we speak with Colombia's Environment Minister Susana Muhamad, who chairs Colombia's delegation here at COP29. She calls the return of Donald Trump to the White House "a disaster for global climate" due to his promise to pull the United States out of the Paris Agreement again, discusses Colombia's plan to phase out fossil fuels despite being a major exporter of coal, and says a recent biodiversity conference held in Colombia could point the way for how to finance a green energy transition. Muham…
(2024-11-20). Colombian Environment Min. Susana Muhamad on Banning Coal to Israel, Phasing Out Fossil Fuels & Trump. democracynow.org As Democracy Now! continues to broadcast from the U.N. climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, we speak with Colombia's Environment Minister Susana Muhamad, who chairs Colombia's delegation here at COP29. She calls the return of Donald Trump to the White House "a disaster for global climate" due to his promise to pull the United States out of the Paris Agreement again, discusses Colombia's plan to phase out fossil fuels despite being a major exporter of coal, and says a recent biodiversity conference held in Colombia could point the way for how to finance a green energy transition. Muham…
(2024-11-20). The Real Israel. caitlinjohnstone.com.au One of the very few good things coming out of the relentless nightmare happening in Gaza is that at long last the western world is getting a clear look at Israel. The real Israel. | Not the Israel they teach you about in school. Not "the only democracy in the middle east," where Jews were given safe haven after their victimization at the hands of the Nazis and managed to create a thriving society despite existing in a sea of savage enemies bent on their destructi…
(2024-11-20). The Real Israel. globalresearch.ca One of the very few good things coming out of the relentless nightmare happening in Gaza is that at long last the western world is getting a clear look at Israel. The real Israel. | Not the Israel they teach you …
(2024-11-20). Araqchi Decries UK's Double Standards. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi lashed out at the UK government for adopting double standards, pointing to its fresh sanctions on Iran on the basis of unfounded accusations and its failure to address the Israeli regime's crimes.
(2024-11-20). Iranian Spokesman Spotlights Suffering of Gazans on World Children's Day. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — While the World Children's Day is being celebrated on November 20, Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei drew attention to the pressing problems faced by the children across the Gaza Strip under the Israeli regime's onslaught.
(2024-11-20). Iran's President Urges Pope to Help End Israeli War on Gaza, Lebanon. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — In a message to Pope Francis, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for the Christian leader's good offices to help stop the Israeli regime's "inhumane aggression" against Gaza and Lebanon and prevent the spread of war in West Asia.
(2024-11-20). Iran, Qatar Press for Halt to War on Gaza, Lebanon. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The foreign ministers of Iran and Qatar called for an end to the Israeli regime's genocidal crimes in Gaza and its acts of aggression against Lebanon.
(2024-11-20). Hamas: 'Sanctions reveal US support for Israel, its crimes'. presstv.ir Hamas has slammed as a criminal act the new round of US sanctions against a number of its leaders.
(2024-11-20). Israel abducts patients, doctors from Gaza hospital as war on health sector condemned. presstv.ir The Israeli military attacks the Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, brutally abducting medical staff and patients.
(2024-11-20). 'Complicit in genocide': Canada protesters stage sit-in at factory selling weapons to Israel. presstv.ir Around 100 protesters have demanded the Collins Aerospace factory in Canada stop selling weapons components for military aircraft bound for Israel.
(2024-11-20). PM Sudani slams Israeli letter to UNSC as 'pretext to justify aggression against Iraq'. presstv.ir The Iraqi PM has warned that an Israeli letter to the UN Security Council could serve as a pretext for attacking his country.
(2024-11-20). Pakistan sends second batch of humanitarian aid to Syria. plenglish.com Damascus, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) A Pakistani humanitarian aid plane, the second in less than a week, landed today at the International Airport of this capital, with cargo for the refugees who arrived in Syria due to the Israeli bombings in Lebanon.
(2024-11-20). New Palestinian accounts reveal torture, abuse at Israeli prison. newarab.com 
Warning: This article contains details of abuse and torture that some readers may find upsetting. | Recent testimonies from Gazan detainees held in Israel's infamous Ofer prison reveal Fifteen Palestinian detainees in the notorious Ofer prison were interviewed during visits by legal teams from the Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees…
(2024-11-20). Over 200 children killed in Lebanon in past two months: UNIFIL. newarab.com 
More than 200 children have been killed and 1,100 injured in Lebanon in the past two months, the UN children's agency, UNICEF, said on Tuesday. | The more than year-old conflict in Lebanon spiralled into all-out war in mid-September when Israel launched a major offensive against Iran-backed Hezbollah. Over 3,500 people have been killed in total, many of them civilians. | "Despite more than 200 children killed in Lebanon in less than two months, a disconcerting pattern has emerged: their deaths are met with inertia from those able to stop this violence," UNICEF spokesperson James Elder told a Geneva press brief…
(2024-11-20). Turkey asked export group to help snuff out Israel trade. newarab.com 
Turkey's government has asked one of the country's top export associations to help enforce a Ankara has faced public criticism that trade may be continuing with Israel given a spike in exports to the Palestinian territories since the ban in May. So it turned to the Central Anatolian Exporters' Association, the sources said. | The Trade Ministry has asked the association to require more checks an…
(2024-11-20). US to hold talks with Israel over civilian casualties in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2024-11-20). Senate Leader-Elect Urges ICC to Drop Israel Arrest Warrants or Face Sanctions. globalresearch.ca Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) on Nov. 17 urged the Senate to impose sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) if it continued to pursue arrest warrants for Israeli officials over the Israel—Hamas war in Gaza. | In June, …
(2024-11-20). How was a UN aid convoy robbed near Israeli military positions? aljazeera.com Israeli and US media have reported aid robberies taking place within sight of Israeli military positions…
(2024-11-20). How we survive Israel's war on the West Bank | Close Up. aljazeera.com As Israeli raids intensify in the occupied West Bank, a paramedic and a released prisoner fight to survive.
(2024-11-20). Israeli attack hits hospital as doctors work to save patient. aljazeera.com Video shows doctors working to save patients amid heavy Israeli attacks on Kamal Adwan Hospital in north Gaza.
(2024-11-20). Video: Al Jazeera journalist injured while reporting on Israeli attack. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera journalist Hossam Shabat has been injured while reporting on an Israeli attack that hit a house in Gaza City.
(2024-11-20). Israeli "rampage" one year ago "smashed" al-Shifa Hospital. aljazeera.com Mads Gilbert marks the 1 year anniversary of Israel's attack on Al-Shifa hospital, and Palestinian spirit of resistance.
(2024-11-20). Israeli attack kills 3 more Lebanese soldiers as death toll passes 40. aljazeera.com The number of Lebanese soldiers killed in Israeli attacks since October 2023 reported to reach 41 after latest attack.
(2024-11-20). Trump's Return: A New Military Equation for Israel and the Middle East. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Arab Entrepreneurs in Israel Navigate Conflict To Drive Business Innovation. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Italy Clarifies Hezbollah, Not Israel, Responsible for Attack on UN Base in Lebanon. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). The dynamics of Trump's foreign policy approach and Israel. unitedworldint.com How will the US policy of "global dominance" and Trump's "bottom line" approach clash? Here are the dynamics of Trump's foreign policy approach and his strategy for Israel. By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist In his first term, Trump was described as an "unpredictable leader" both within the US and internationally: He did not speak the …
(2024-11-20). Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich cancels Paris visit: A missed opportunity for the fight against impunity. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). European governments back use of US missiles to bomb Russia. wsws.org As they escalate their war with Russia in Ukraine in defiance of mass popular opposition, the European NATO countries are risking total war between the major nuclear powers.
(2024-11-20). Who Is Authorizing Biden's Nuclear Brinkmanship While The President's Brain Is Missing? caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2024-11-20). Who Is Authorizing Biden's Nuclear Brinkmanship While the President's Brain Is Missing? globalresearch.ca Ukraine
(2024-11-20). FM Raps EU3's Push for Anti-Iran Resolution at IAEA. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian foreign minister warned the European troika that their plan to table a resolution against Iran at the International Atomic Energy Agency will damage the course of cooperation between Tehran and the UN nuclear agency and complicate issues.
(2024-11-20). IAEA Gets Warning on Possible Anti-Iran Resolution. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian foreign minister cautioned the UN nuclear chief that adoption of a resolution against Iran at the IAEA Board of Governors will trigger Tehran's proportional response.
(2024-11-20). Russia holds strategic nuclear exercise. presstv.ir Russia successfully conducts a strategic nuclear exercise.
(2024-11-20). Iran warns against anti-Tehran resolution after commitments verified by IAEA. presstv.ir Araghchi says any anti-Iran move at the upcoming meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors will further complicate the situation over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.
(2024-11-20). Going Out With a Bang? Biden Plays Nuclear Chicken with Russia. counterpunch.org 
(2024-11-20). Nuclear Propaganda Exposed. counterpunch.org 
As a physicist and concerned citizen, I find myself outraged every time I scroll through social media and encounter tweets from the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Office of Nuclear Energy (ONE) touting nuclear power as "clean, safe, and carbon-free." This narrative not only misrepresents the dirty reality of nuclear power but also obscures
(2024-11-20). Egypt Accelerates Construction of First Nuclear Power Plant. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Thousands to pave way for Uganda's first nuclear power plant. independent.co.ug 
Buyende, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) has announced plans to relocate thousands of residents from seven villages in Kidera Sub-county, Buyende District, to pave the way for Uganda's first nuclear power plant. The 30-square-kilometre facility is projected to generate 8,400 megawatts of electricity, marking a significant milestone in …
(2024-11-20). MSU for Palestine Students Join Efforts to Aid Water Assistance in Gaza. fightbackbetter.com 
Students at Montclair State University coordinated by the organization MSU for Palestine are engaged with other humanitarian aid supporters arranging water support to the Palestinians in Gaza who are victims of a genocide that includes forced starvation and potable water deprivation. As part of the effort: | A truck was arranged in Gaza. Clean filtered water was given out to children and family members. A small group of Gazans do relief assistance like this periodically, when they receive support. MSU 4 Palestine is one of the organizations that supports them. Messages from MSU students etc., are displayed in…
(2024-11-20). All Out Teaneck NJ Wed. 4pm, Nov 20 2024 — Arms Embargo Now! fightbackbetter.com Event by Paula Rogovin 1799 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ 07666-3738, United States Duration: 1 hr Public Step up the effort to…
(2024-11-20). Mo Hamz Vid, Hart Senate Building in DC Occupied: Money for Education Not Genocide! Nov 19. fightbackbetter.com Mo Hamz provides a clip of a sit down protest at Hart Senate building in Washington DC. The House of…
(2024-11-20). Leaks Expose Secret British Military Cell Plotting To 'Keep Ukraine Fighting'. popularresistance.org Emails and internal documents reviewed by The Grayzone reveal details of a cabal of British military and intelligence veterans which plotted to escalate and prolong the Ukraine proxy war "at all costs." Convened under the direction of the British Ministry of Defense in the immediate aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the cell referred to itself as Project Alchemy. As British leadership sabotaged peace talks between Kiev and Moscow, the cell put forward an array of plans "to keep Ukraine fighting" by imposing "strategic dilemmas, costs and frictions upon Russia."
(2024-11-20). Kremlin Reiterates Putin's View On US-Supported Long-Range Strikes. popularresistance.org In response to reports of President Biden authorizing long-range Ukrainian strikes inside Russia with US missiles, the Kremlin pointed to a warning previously made by Russian President Vladimir Putin. | In September, Putin was asked about the possibility of NATO supporting long-range strikes on Russian territory and said it would mean the US and European NATO countries were "at war with Russia." He added that if that's "the case, then taking into account the change of nature of the conflict, we will take the appropriate decisions based on the threats that we will face."
(2024-11-20). We Can't Decolonize Architecture Without Talking About Palestine. popularresistance.org One year ago this month, Palestine Collective was born. | We're a group of more than 50 creatives in the U.K. who have the primary goal of normalizing support for Palestine in architectural and design circles, both in the academic and practitioner space. We came together in response to the censorship we were facing in our places of work and study when speaking on the human rights and spatial injustices faced by Palestinians. | We have seen censorship of Palestine across top cultural institutions. London's Barbican Centre, a prominent performing arts venue, backed out of hosting a London Review of Books lecture se…
(2024-11-20). Pentagon Fails Seventh Straight Audit. popularresistance.org The Pentagon announced late last week that it failed its seventh consecutive audit as the sprawling, profiteering-ridden department wasn't able to fully account for its trillions of dollars in assets. | As with its past failures to achieve a clean audit, the U.S. Defense Department attempted to cast the 2024 results in a positive light, with the Pentagon's chief financial officer declaring in a statement that "momentum is on our side." | The Pentagon is the largest U.S. federal agency and is responsible for roughly half of the government's annual discretionary spending, with its yearly budget approaching $1 trill…
(2024-11-20). Organizing To Strike: How 20,000 California Workers Got Ready. popularresistance.org Michael McGlenn is a clinical psychologist at the University of California-San Diego. Three years ago, feeling the pinch of dues, he looked into dropping the union. He felt that "the best I could do was see the person in front of me and care for them," he said, and as far as he could see, the union had nothing to do with what happened in his office. | That was until a member organizer went to see him. They talked about how his ability to care for his patients was related to turnover and understaffing that could only be fixed through collective action. That conversation not only kept McGlenn in the University Prof…
(2024-11-20). Three Women, Three Perspectives on the Division in Bolivia's MAS. orinocotribune.com By Javier Larraín — Nov 16, 2024 | In "the street," in friends' meetings, in the press… Everywhere, the population wonders about the veracity, depth, and state of the division within the Movement Towards Socialism (MAS). | There are those who wish it were a bad dream and that when they wake up everything would be as before; others are determined to stir the ashes of hatred. | We wanted to know the point of view of three influential women, two of them former MAS government officials. The first is Susana Bejarano, a well-known journalist who is a supporter of the Process of Change. The second is Ariana Campe…
(2024-11-20). Ten things to know about Hana's haka. peoplesdispatch.org 
On Thursday, 22-year-old
(2024-11-20). Guatemalan journalist José Rubén Zamora sent back to prison. peoplesdispatch.org On October 19, Guatemalan journalist José Rubén Zamora was released from prison and placed under house arrest, a judicial measure for which his defense had fought arduously. The former editor of the newspaper El Periódico served more than 800 days behind bars and, for a long time, in solitary confinement. | Zamora is accused, among other things, of allegedly laundering money and he was
(2024-11-20). How the Wall Street Journal Blew the Story of the Democrats and Inflation. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-20). House Again Moves to Pass 'Nonprofit Killer' Bill Giving Trump 'Unchecked Power'. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-20). Tax Dodging by Super-Rich, Big Corporations Costs Nations Half a Trillion Per Year: Study. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-20). Australian government determined to slash international student numbers despite rejection of enrolment cap bill. wsws.org Labor is intent on outdoing the Liberal-National Coalition opposition in making overseas students, along with immigrants and refugees, scapegoats for the intensifying cost-of-living, housing and social crisis affecting millions of working-class households.
(2024-11-20). I Should Call Them: For singer Dua Saleh, the apocalypse is essentially an afterthought. wsws.org The artist seems obliquely to acknowledge the potentially fatal threats that humanity faces while choosing to indulge in escapism and hedonism.
(2024-11-20). New Zealand government's racially divisive Treaty Principles Bill passes first reading. wsws.org The National Party-led coalition government is promoting the lie that indigenous Māori enjoy a privileged position, in order to divert social anger caused by austerity and the assault on workers' living standards.
(2024-11-20). Sri Lankan president appoints cabinet committed to IMF austerity. wsws.org Dissanayake retains the main portfolios, such as finance and defence, in particular, to ensure the government's foremost task of ruthlessly implementing the IMF austerity measures is directly in his hands.
(2024-11-20). UAW president in damage control as rank-and-file anger mounts over Stellantis layoffs. wsws.org According to the Detroit News, the automaker has laid off nearly 4,000 workers in Detroit and Toledo metro areas since September alone.
(2024-11-20). Family and community members outraged after Missouri police shoot and kill mother and 2-month-old daughter. wsws.org Police are engaged in a major cover-up after executing a mother suffering from post-partum depression and her baby earlier this month.
(2024-11-20). The RCP's call for a "student strike for Palestine" and the real lessons of the 2012 Quebec student strike. wsws.org In its campaign material for a "Student Strike for Palestine," the RCP advances no call for young people to turn to the working class and fight to mobilize it in struggle against genocide and imperialist war. Nor does it indict the trade unions and NDP for their support for the pro-genocide, pro-war Trudeau government.
(2024-11-20). CBSE rejects reports claiming changes in 2025 class 10, 12 exams. ummid.com The Central Board of Education (CBSE) Friday November 15, 2024 rejected the reports claiming syllabus cut, increase in internal assessment weightage and open book test from the 2025 board exams for classes 10 and 12.
(2024-11-20). Ramadan 2025 likely to begin on March 01, Eid al Fitr on March 30. ummid.com Ramadan, the Holy Month of Fasting, this year i.e. 1446 AH corresponding to 2025 AD, is likely to commence on Saturday March 01, 2025 in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and other Arab States.
(2024-11-20). 10 babies charred to death in Jhansi hospital fire. ummid.com At least 10 new born babies have been burnt to death after fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of the Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
(2024-11-20). China's Sun Yat-sen University turns 100. ummid.com Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) in China's Guangzhou Thursday November 12, 2024 celebrated completion of 100 successful years organising a gala event attended by over 5,500 people from across the country.
(2024-11-20). IIT Roorkee releases new paper combinations for GATE 2025. ummid.com IIT Roorkee, the examination conducting authority for this year's Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2025), has published new two paper combinations.
(2024-11-20). 'Why are people learning Chinese': Beijing Conference Deliberates. ummid.com A 3-day conference in China which opened Friday and run till Sunday Nov 17, 2024 is discussing the role of languages in connecting different cultures and why people around the world are learning Chinese.
(2024-11-20). 110/173 Modi LS Poll speeches laced with hate: Human Rights Watch. ummid.com Human Rights Watch analyzed 173 campaign speeches made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 2024 Lok Sabha election in 2024, and found 110 of them were hate speeches.
(2024-11-20). 331,602 Indian students, highest since 2009, enrolled in U.S. in 2023-24. ummid.com A total of 331,602 Indian students have enrolled in various universities and colleges of the United States to acquire higher education, the official data released Monday Nov 19, 2024 said.
(2024-11-20). Bluesky braces for 20 million user count. ummid.com X rival, Bluesky social media platform, has already crossed 19,750,000 total accounts mark and is braces for 20 million user count.
(2024-11-20). Epson unpacks two new A3 color printers. ummid.com Epson America Tuesday Nov 19, 2024 unpacked EM-C7100 color MFP and EP-C7000 color printer – two new A3 color devices to its WorkForce Pro business print portfolio.
(2024-11-20). Foreign student enrollment in U.S. hits all-time high. ummid.com Number of international students enrolled in various universities and institutions of the United States reached all-time high, according to official data.
(2024-11-20). Free program for students interested in media career opportunities launched. ummid.com Adolescent Content, a youth-focused creative agency, has launched 'FutureTellers' – a free educational initiative designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world media careers across the United States.
(2024-11-20). Meet Gang Duan: Intel's Inventor of Year 2024. ummid.com Gang Duan, who works in Chandler, Arizona, as Principal Engineer and Backend Area Manager in Intel's Substrate Packaging Technology Development Group, has been named as Intel's Inventor of the Year for 2024.
(2024-11-20). Primary Teacher's son is Malegaon's 1st PhD in Mechanical Engineering. ummid.com Dr Aakif's journey from a small hamlet to the prestigious National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Surat is one of aspiration, perseverance, and intellectual genius.
(2024-11-20). The (Dark) Legacy of DY Chandrachud. ummid.com The impact of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Chandrachud's maleficent judgments was not confined only to the apex court level, but trickled down to the state high courts and lower judiciaries.
(2024-11-20). CLAT 2025 Admit Card released on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities (NALSAR) has released on its official website 'consortiumofnlus.ac.in' the admit card and hall ticket of the candidates who have registered for CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) 2025.
(2024-11-20). Democracy Now! Asks Azerbaijani Deputy Foreign Minister: When Will Arrested Reporters & Activists Be Freed? democracynow.org 
As we broadcast all week from COP29 in Baku, climate justice activists and civil society groups have raised concern over Azerbaijan's role as host of the U.N. climate talks. The authoritarian country has cracked down on journalists, activists and government critics leading up to COP29 and has been accused of using the climate summit to drum up business for its oil and gas industry. On Wednesday, Democracy Now! attended a news conference led by Azerbaijani Deputy Foreign Minister Yalchin Rafiev, who is the COP29 lead negotiator, but who refused to answer a question about the arrests. Democracy Now! host Amy…
(2024-11-20). The Crypto Triad Won The Election. levernews.com 
After spending unprecedented amounts of money to sway races up and down the ballot, the cryptocurrency industry is perhaps the biggest winner of the 2024 election cycle — to the potential detriment of consumers and the financial system.Just a decade ago, crypto was largely unheard of — but now the industry is worth more than
(2024-11-20). End of Empathy: Did the Gaza Genocide Render the UN Irrelevant? counterpunch.org 
Francesca Albanese did not mince her words. In a strongly worded speech at the United Nations General Assembly Third Committee on October 29, the UN Special Rapporteur deviated from the typical line of other UN officials. She directed her statements to those in attendance. "Is it possible that after 42,000 people killed, you cannot empathize
(2024-11-20). Selected Articles: Did Biden Really Authorize Long-range Strikes Deeper Within Russia? NYT Quoting "Anonymous Officials" globalresearch.ca 
By In the past 24 hours, a shockwave of panic was unleashed after reports emerged about the United States allegedly allowing …
(2024-11-20). Iran Edges Kyrgyzstan in 2027 World Cup Qualifier. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran had to dig deep to overcome Kyrgyzstan 3-2 in the AFC Asian Qualifiers — Road to 26 Group A clash on Tuesday to move closer to a place in the FIFA World Cup 26 Finals.
(2024-11-20). Iran Summons EU's Envoy over Sanctions. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Foreign Ministry of Iran summoned Hungary's ambassador to Tehran, whose country holds the rotating presidency of the European Union, in protest at the fresh sanctions the EU has imposed on Iranian individuals and entities.
(2024-11-20). Iran, Norway Discuss Yemen. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian and Norwegian diplomats talked about the latest developments in Yemen.
(2024-11-20). Iranian, Russian Diplomats Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza, Lebanon. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Diplomats from Iran and Russia weighed plans for the establishment of ceasefires in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.
(2024-11-20). North Korea blows up roads connecting it to the South. presstv.ir North Korean soldiers have blown up sections of the deeply symbolic roads connecting it to the South.
(2024-11-20). Shooting in Washington state leaves 5 dead; 15-year-old boy in custody. presstv.ir Washington state authorities said on Monday that five people were killed in a shooting.
(2024-11-20). Heavy rain washes away cars in Catalonia, Spain. presstv.ir Water rushes through the streets and cars lay in piles in the town of Cadaques, in Spain's northeastern Catalonia region.
(2024-11-20). North Korea ratifies mutual defence treaty with Russia. presstv.ir North Korea ratified a mutual defense treaty with Russia which calls for each side to come to the other's aid in case of an armed attack.
(2024-11-20). Azerbaijani Journalist Speaks from Exile After Six Colleagues Jailed Ahead of Climate Talks. democracynow.org 
We continue to look at the attacks on civil society in Azerbaijan leading up to the COP29 U.N. climate summit. The government's crackdown has included the arrests of local journalists, including several with the independent outlet Abzas Media. Since November of last year, at least six of their reporters have been arrested on trumped-up charges of smuggling foreign currency into the country. Leyla Mustafayeva, the outlet's acting editor-in-chief, speaking from Berlin, lays out how there has been a "total crackdown on Azerbaijani media" over the last year.
(2024-11-20). Dr. Mehmet Oz Wants to Privatize Medicare. Trump Just Picked the TV Star to Head Medicare Agency. democracynow.org 
President-elect Donald Trump has tapped several TV personalities for key posts in his incoming administration, including Dr. Mehmet Oz to run the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an agency that oversees health coverage for 150 million people. Oz, who ran an unsuccessful campaign for Senate in Pennsylvania in 2022, supports privatizing Medicare. "His background really has nothing to do with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services," says Dr. Robert Steinbrook, director of the Health Research Group for Public Citizen.
(2024-11-20). Trump Nominates Wrestling CEO Linda McMahon as Education Secretary Amid Push to Abolish Dept. of Ed. democracynow.org 
President-elect Trump has announced his nomination of billionaire Linda McMahon to head the Department of Education, which Trump has pledged to shut down. McMahon is the former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment and also headed the Small Business Administration during Trump's first term. "President-elect Trump has a habit of choosing people who have either a desire to destroy the department or who have no experience. She falls into the latter category: She does not have any experience in education," says education historian Diane Ravitch, who served as assistant secretary of education under Pr…
(2024-11-20). Gongbei Port in Guangdong Province launches 'card-free' customs clearance channel to boost GBA integration. ecns.cn At midnight on Wednesday, Zhuhai's Gongbei Port in South China's Guangdong Province launched a pilot "card-free" customs channel, making it one of China's first ports to adopt the new system, according to CCTV News.
(2024-11-20). 2024 Boao Forum For Asia Youth Summit held in Hong Kong. ecns.cn The 2024 Boao Forum For Asia Youth Summit (Hong Kong) was held Tuesday to encourage global youths to leverage their unique strengths and contribute to society.
(2024-11-20). Xi'an-Vientiane air route resumes service. ecns.cn The air route connecting north China's Xi'an and Vientiane, capital of Laos, officially resumed operation on Tuesday, catering to the increasing demand for bilateral tourism and business travel.
(2024-11-20). China to launch eVTOL aircraft programs in six pilot cities. ecns.cn China is set to launch electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft projects in six pilot cities, an industrial insider has said at 2024 International Electric Aviation Forum in Kunshan on Monday.
(2024-11-20). Tech Frontier | Award-winning projects show latest Internet innovations in Wuzhen. ecns.cn The latest winners of the WIC awards for pioneering science and technology were announced during the sideline event of the 2024 World Internet Conference (WIC) Wuzhen Summit, which kicked off in east China's Zhejiang Province, on Tuesday.
(2024-11-20). Insights | Embracing the next 'golden 50 years', China and Brazil set a good example for South-South cooperation: Scholar. ecns.cn "Cooperation between China and Brazil not only fosters economic growth, ecological protection and sustainable development, but also provides solutions to improve global food security and set a good example for South-South cooperation.
(2024-11-20). Xizang's first cross-border trading center opens in Lhasa. ecns.cn A cross-border commodity trading center opened in Lhasa, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Tuesday, becoming the first of its kind in the region.
(2024-11-20). Shenzhou-19 crew honors China's pioneering generation from space. ecns.cn The Shenzhou-19 crew, currently on duty at the China Space Station, paid tribute to the pioneering generation of space explorers in their video message on Wednesday, commemorating the 25th anniversary of Shenzhou-1's successful launch.
(2024-11-20). Relics bolster ties between China, France. ecns.cn The exhibition, titled Tang China — A Cosmopolitan Dynasty (7th-10th Century), was inaugurated at the Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts in Paris on Monday.
(2024-11-20). Preferential tax policies to boost home sales. ecns.cn Preferential taxation policies unveiled by Shanghai and Beijing are expected to further enable the recovery of local real estate markets by lowering purchase costs and boosting market confidence, industry analysts said on Tuesday.
(2024-11-20). Shenzhen moves to slash taxes on larger home transactions, following Beijing and Shanghai. ecns.cn Shenzhen city in South China's Guangdong Province announced on Tuesday that it will eliminate the distinction between ordinary and non-ordinary housing to ease the tax burden on larger home transactions.
(2024-11-20). Policy support driving V-shaped recovery in Q4, experts say. ecns.cn There are signs of a "V-shaped" recovery in the Chinese economy with a raft of policy support measures taking swift effect and more spending plans in the pipeline to consolidate the momentum, experts at national think tanks said.
(2024-11-20). Practical progress in bilateral ties urged. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on China and India to make practical progress as soon as possible on the resumption of direct flights, exchanges of journalists and visa facilitation.
(2024-11-20). Xi stresses dialogue in China-EU trade disputes in meetings with Scholz, Macron. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday asked German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to help resolve the issue of the EU's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
(2024-11-20). Xi sends congratulations to 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping extended congratulations via video to the 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit, which opened in Wuzhen, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Wednesday.
(2024-11-20). 41 countries collaborate under the Kunming Initiative. ecns.cn Sister cities and local governments worldwide are being called on to strengthen solidarity and mutual support and deepen exchanges and cooperation to build a community with a shared future for cities and mankind.
(2024-11-20). COPD added to China's basic health service program. ecns.cn The inclusion of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) into China's basic public health service program is expected to boost awareness of the disease and improve treatment capabilities on the grassroots level.
(2024-11-20). Measures in place for attracting optimized services talent. ecns.cn A slew of innovative measures for attracting talents with optimized services were announced on Monday to promote the high-quality development of Shanghai's Changning district, according to official sources.
(2024-11-20). China Railway launches rail transport trial for lithium batteries. ecns.cn Three trains loaded with lithium batteries for traction purposes departed separately from Chongqing, Guiyang in Guizhou Province and Yibin in Sichuan Province on Tuesday, marking the first large scale test run for rail transportation of such batteries in China.
(2024-11-20). City view of Brasilia. ecns.cn Brasilia became the capital of Brazil on April 21, 1960, and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987.
(2024-11-20). China's contribution to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. ecns.cn The year 2024 marks the 76th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) which stands as one of the most significant international instruments to promote and protect human rights. The Chinese delegate to the UN, Chang Peng-Chun, not only participated in the drafting but also served as the vice-chairman of the drafting committee.
(2024-11-20). Human rights concepts in ancient China. ecns.cn
(2024-11-20). Global experts' perspectives on human rights and governance. ecns.cn In an interconnected world, the interplay of ancient philosophies and modern human rights principles provide valuable insights into addressing contemporary challenges. Here are perspectives on human rights and governance from global experts.
(2024-11-20). Shanghai Disney Resort to implement real-name ticketing policy from Dec 23. ecns.cn The Shanghai Disney Resort announced Wednesday that it will officially implement a new real-name ticketing policy starting Dec 23 this year.
(2024-11-20). Lhasa launches night school to empower young people. ecns.cn In November 2024, Lhasa hosted its first-ever "Youth Night School," which offers eight courses including art, floristry, dance, fashion styling, and workplace stress relief.
(2024-11-20). (W.E. Talk) Former Belgian ambassador praises China's internet development: E-commerce boosts rural revitalization. ecns.cn The 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit commenced in Tongxiang, Zhejiang on Wednesday. During the event, Patrick Nijs, former Belgian Ambassador to China and now a "farmer" in Yunnan Province, shared his insights in an exclusive interview with China News Network. Nijs highlighted the significant role of internet in advancing China's rural revitalization strategy, particularly in knowledge dissemination and product sales. He called for enhanced internet accessibility in rural areas to benefit more farmers and emphasized leveraging the internet to promote international exchange and cooperation.
(2024-11-20). Chinese zodiac snake version of Bing Dwen Dwen launched in Beijing. ecns.cn A Chinese zodiac snake-themed mascot of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games was unveiled to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Snakein Beijing on Tuesday.
(2024-11-20). The humanitarian crisis in Lebanon and the ICRC's response. icrc.org 17th September — 1st November, 2024…
(2024-11-20). Opening Statement by Dr Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) At the event commemorating 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org Warsaw, 11 October 2024…
(2024-11-20). Poland: The ICRC and the Swiss Embassy commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2024-11-20). Poland: response to the international armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. icrc.org
(2024-11-20). Prisons in Africa need to be better managed in order to ensure decent conditions of detention. icrc.org
(2024-11-20). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures November 2024. icrc.org 9 May — 9 November 2024…
(2024-11-20). Handbook on data protection in humanitarian action. icrc.org
(2024-11-20). Sudan: Community kitchens bring vital food relief to thousands in North Darfur as humanitarian conditions worsen. icrc.org
(2024-11-20). International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement Joint Statement on the 2024 Council of Delegates Outcomes. icrc.org Geneva, 29 October 2024…
(2024-11-20). Statement on Women Building Peace in a Changing Environment, UN Security Council Open Debate. icrc.org Delivered by Ms. Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation in New York, 25 October 2024…
(2024-11-20). ICRC Statement: UN General Assembly Sixth Committee. icrc.org Delivered by Kosuke Onishi, Legal Advisor, on the status of the Protocols additional to the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and relating to the protection of victims of armed conflicts, 6 November 2024, New York…
(2024-11-20). Exhibition of the Moscow Kremlin Museums to introduce guests to the history of Russian gastronomic culture in China. tvbrics.com 
The exposition is expected to contribute to strengthening cultural co-operation between Russia and China…
(2024-11-20). Egyptian exports to African Union countries grow significantly. tvbrics.com 
Trade relations between Egypt and African Union states totalled US$9.2 billion in 2023…
(2024-11-20). Ethiopia launches Rural Corridors Initiative to transform farming communities. tvbrics.com 
The programme aims to transform villages into hubs of sustainability and innovation…
(2024-11-20). Experts from around the world to discuss ways to support SDGs in India. tvbrics.com 
Next week, India will host the Global Co-operative Conference for the first time in 130 years to contribute to the advancement of (SDGs)…
(2024-11-20). Iran and Venezuela strengthen economic ties with restoration of direct air service between Caracas and Tehran. tvbrics.com 
The nations signed roughly 80 contracts within the last two years…
(2024-11-20). Iranian students' development wins gold medal at the International Nanotechnology Olympiad. tvbrics.com 
The students' project is to convert water into hydrogen fuel using sunlight…
(2024-11-20). Saudi Arabia to create first Green Zone as host of UN desertification forum. tvbrics.com 
This initiative aligns with the ambitious Saudi Green Initiative, aiming to transform 30 per cent of the Kingdom's land into nature reserves…
(2024-11-20). North Korea's Secret Role in the Ukraine Conflict. devdiscourse.com Approximately 10,900 North Korean troops have been deployed to assist Russia's airborne units in the Ukraine war, revealed a South Korean lawmaker. Some troops are reportedly already engaged in combat, according to the country's spy agency.
(2024-11-20). Iran slams new EU, UK sanctions as unjustified. newarab.com 
Iran's foreign ministry Tuesday slammed as unjustified the new sanctions by the European Union and Britain against Tehran over its support for "While the president of Ukraine has admitted that no
(2024-11-20). US People Negatively React to Biden's Reported Decision on Ukraine. globalresearch.ca Apparently, the reported authorization of long-range strikes by Ukraine is having a major negative impact on the US domestic level. Opposition leaders to the Biden administration and even non-political personalities are protesting strongly against the president's decision, which indicates that …
(2024-11-20). Video: "Putin will use weapons that will flatten Ukraine if NATO does this." Former UN Inspector Scott Ritter. globalresearch.ca President Biden has given Ukraine authorization to start using long range weapons to attack Russia. | The timing of all of this is very interesting. | . | . | . | . | * | Click the share button below to email/forward this article to your …
(2024-11-20). Biden trying to "spare" Ukraine a "humiliating defeat" against Russia. aljazeera.com Stefan Wolff on how US permission to allow Ukraine to attack military targets inside Russia may "even" the battlefield.
(2024-11-20). US restricting Ukraine's strikes to Kursk a "signal" to North Korea. aljazeera.com Yuliya Kazdobina on Ukrainian reaction to US setting a limit on where US made weapons can be used inside Russia.
(2024-11-20). The US presidential election: part one — the economy. cadtm.org
(2024-11-20). US election 2024: inflation, immigration and identity. cadtm.org
(2024-11-20). US election part two: Trump v Harris. cadtm.org
(2024-11-20). Requiem for an Empire. counterpunch.org 
Some 15 years ago, on December 5, 2010, a historian writing for TomDispatch made a prediction that may yet prove prescient. Rejecting the consensus of that moment that U.S. global hegemony would persist to 2040 or 2050, he argued that "the demise of the United States as the global superpower could come… in 2025, just 15 years from now."
(2024-11-20). This Chicago Community Envisions a World Without Prisons and Police. counterpunch.org 
Often referred to as the most segregated city in the U.S. by media outlets like WBEZ Chicago and 14East, Chicago, Illinois, is riddled with redlining and racial profiling. A May 2024 report by a team of United Nations experts outlined a history of racist police brutality in the Chicago area, while a 2019 New York University School of Medicine study found that Chicagoans in the predominantly
(2024-11-20). "Inequality": The Missing Word in the 2024 Election. counterpunch.org 
In 2022, the Council on Foreign Relations warned, "Income and wealth inequality in the United States is substantially higher than in almost any other developed nation, and it is on the rise, sparking an intensifying national debate." The economy was a major issue in the election. A month before the election, a Gallup survey found: "The economy
(2024-11-20). Biden's Legacy: Handing a Resurgent American Empire to Trump. counterpunch.org 
One of the lasting legacies of U.S. President Joe Biden will be that he reinvigorated the American empire despite the risk of an increasingly authoritarian Donald Trump returning to lead it. Over the past four years, President Biden has continually ignored criticisms of U.S. empire and the dangers it poses to the world to direct
(2024-11-20). The Aroma Round . counterpunch.org It's been a couple of years since I've been back to my hometown of Lake Placid, New York. On a recent FaceTime conversation with my mother, she was telling me about some of the changes in town. Apparently, the Gap store has been replaced by an arcade. She believed the long-time empty shop, advertising 'Gifts
(2024-11-20). Donald Trump's Tariff Fantasies. counterpunch.org 
Tariff Man Donald Trump thinks the world of tariffs. "Tariffs are the greatest thing ever invented," Trump said in September at a town hall event in Michigan. On another occasion he said "tariff" is the most beautiful word in the English language. Hmm. And he really has had a love affair with tariffs. After all,
(2024-11-20). Letter from London: You Don't Get Me, I'm Part of the Union. counterpunch.org Setting out afresh on a journey through UK unions, I have more questions to ask than answers. However, the questions feel real and I suspect will not go away without real change. In the recent budget, the Labour government managed to park a huge amount of money back into the NHS—a staggering £23 billion—yet received
(2024-11-20). Lula's Toughest Battle? counterpunch.org 
Lawfare is a relatively new term. In essence, it is the weaponization of bourgeois law, usually by the right wing. Various US supporters of Donald Trump would argue that his prosecutions also fall under this mantle, despite the fact that he has skated out of almost every attempt to prosecute him so far. However, this
(2024-11-20). Implication for National Security: What If a Top Leader is Willing to Sell His Soul? counterpunch.org 
J.D, Vance explained in 2020 why he put aside the elitist atheism he picked up in college and law school to become a Catholic ("How I Joined the Resistance," The Lamp, April 1, 2020). His quest for a meaningful life led Vance to be baptized a Catholic in 2019. The sentiments he so eloquently endorsed in 2020 suggested that in politics he would act as a Pope Francis progressive—the very opposite of a sophist acolyte for Donald J. Trump. Instead, we now see a vice-presidential candidate who lives by what Peter Quinn calls the "Wanton Opportunism" of a "Horatio Hillbilly," Commonweal, September 8). Equally pro…
(2024-11-20). The Democratic War Party and Its Loss of Legitimacy. counterpunch.org 
When a political party loses its legitimacy, its traditional priorities and moral compass, its candidates lose elections. Opting not to hold an open convention, which would have tested political viability, the DNC (acting on the President's recommendation) invited Kamala Harris to replace Biden on the ticket. For many Democrats, the lack of a competitive primary undermined the legitimacy of process.
(2024-11-20). Only a working-class, socialist movement can win trans liberation. liberationnews.org 
Wednesday, Nov. 20, marks the Transgender Day of Remembrance, when we mourn the trans victims of deadly and bigoted violence.
(2024-11-20). Election Blues? Protest songs and releases by activists and musicians against fascists. indybay.org Woody Guthrie And His Famous Activist Guitar:…
(2024-11-20). World Internet Conference Summit begins in China. plenglish.com Wuzhen, China, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) – The 2024 World Internet Conference Summit has begun, focusing on the digital future and emerging technology challenges. Organized by the World Internet Conference and the Zhejiang provincial government, the event gathers experts, businesses, and government officials from around the globe.
(2024-11-20). Cuba highlights at COP29 contribution to address climate change. plenglish.com Baku, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) Armando Rodriguez, head of the Cuban delegation to the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP29) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), on Wednesday, highlighted the meeting's contribution against climate change worldwide.
(2024-11-20). National Cybersecurity Day opens in Cuba. plenglish.com From now until November 30, the public and technology professionals will participate in meetings to enhance their understanding of content management and platform safety, helping to prevent crimes stemming from ignorance or malicious influences. | Cecilia Valdes, director of Institutional Communication at the Ministry of Informatics and Communications (MINCOM), emphasized the importance of creating secure passwords for social media, personal devices, and bank credentials. | Valdes also announced plans for skills competitions and technology fairs involving various sectors across the country. Cuba's cybersecurity…
(2024-11-20). China supports enforcement of Hong Kong laws in front of violations. plenglish.com Beijing, Nov 20(Prensa Latina) The Chinese Foreign Ministry reiterated today that Hong Kong is a society governed by the rule of law, defended compliance with its laws and accountability for violations.
(2024-11-20). Nine killed in Laos by unexploded munitions of war. plenglish.com Vientiane, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) Nine people died in Laos between January and last October, victims of accidents related to unexploded ordnance left over from the US war of aggression (1964-1973), according to media reports today.
(2024-11-20). UN calls for safe access in Haiti to deliver humanitarian aid. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations Organization (UN) called for the guarantee of safe and permanent access for the delivery of humanitarian aid in Haiti, a Caribbean nation today plunged into chaos due to gang violence.
(2024-11-20). Weapons from the U.S. are driving crime in the Caribbean. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) The complaints of the political leaders of the Caribbean states are confirmed today by a report that points out the United States as the main emitter of arms to this zone, contributing to increased levels of criminality.
(2024-11-20). Dominicans send donations to Cuba to palliate natural crisis. plenglish.com Santo Domingo, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) The Dominican Campaign of Solidarity with Cuba, the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo, business people and friends of the island, are sending donations to that country to help minimize the damage caused by natural phenomena, it was reported on Tuesday.
(2024-11-20). Pedagogical institutions sign agreement in Santiago de Cuba. plenglish.com Santiago de Cuba, Nov 20 (Prensa Latina) With the objective of collaborating in the application of science to teaching, the International Advisory Council of Pedagogy of Being and the Latin American Center for Studies in Pedagogical Epistemology signed an inter-institutional agreement on Tuesday.
(2024-11-20). Canadian Police Violently Raid Home of Anti-Zionist Activist. orinocotribune.com
(2024-11-20). Venezuela to Ban TikTok Within 72 Hours if 'Challenges' Are Not Blocked. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro called on mothers, fathers, and teachers to address the use of TikTok by children after a girl and a boy died from the "clonazepam challenge." The president held the social media company responsible for the dissemination of these challenges, which have already caused deaths and serious injuries in young people in other Latin American countries since 2022. | Clonazepam is an anxiolytic that should only be administered if prescribed by a doctor and is used alone or in combination with other medications to control certain types of seizures and panic attacks. Since 2022, several ch…
(2024-11-20). A decade after IS, what lies ahead for Iraqi Kurdistan?>>>. newarab.com 
At the start of 2014, At the beginning of the year, it was marketed positively as the "other Iraq". By the end, the Kurdistan Region was the platform for the International Coalition to fight the
(2024-11-20). 'Cloud of poison' over Pakistan as record smog triggers anguish. newarab.com 
(2024-11-20). Afghan woman teacher, jailed Tajik lawyer share top rights prize. newarab.com 
An Zholia Parsi, a teacher from Kabul who began protesting for
(2024-11-20). Argentina withdraws from UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon. newarab.com 
Argentina has notified the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon of its withdrawal from the force, a UNIFIL spokesperson said on Tuesday, in the first sign of cracks in the unity of the mission following The 10,000-strong peacekeeping mission known as UNIFIL is
(2024-11-20). Australia, Turkey in hosting standoff for 2026 UN climate summit. newarab.com 
Both countries have been in the running since 2022, but matters have come to a head at this year's
(2024-11-20). Canada foiled Iran plot to assassinate former minister. newarab.com 
Canadian authorities recently foiled an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Irwin Cotler, a former justice minister who has been a strong critic of Tehran, Cotler's organisation said on Monday. | The 84-year-old was justice minister and attorney general from 2003 to 2006. He retired from politics in 2015 but has remained active with many associations that campaign for human rights around the world. | The Globe and Mail newspaper reported that he was informed on October 26 that he faced an imminent threat – within 48 hours – of assassination from Iranian agents. | Authorities tracked two suspects in the plot, t…
(2024-11-20). French minister urges wealthy Gulf to support Lebanese army. newarab.com 
France's defence minister on Tuesday urged the wealthy Gulf states to find ways to bolster Lebanon's armed forces, saying they will be crucial for "I have reiterated to each counterpar…
(2024-11-20). Humanitarian corridors and pauses needed in Sudan: US envoy. newarab.com 
More and faster aid deliveries are needed in Sudan, the U.S. special envoy to the war-weary country told Reuters, ideally through the implementation of humanitarian corridors and pauses as discussed with government leaders in a visit on Sunday. | "We are pleased that there has been some progress, but we need to see much more," Tom Perriello said in an interview, following the approval of flights to hunger-striken South Kordofan and the
(2024-11-20). India's BJP slammed over 'Islamophobic' election campaign video. newarab.com 
(2024-11-20). Kamal Adwan chief decries 'extreme catastrophe' in north Gaza. newarab.com 
The World Health Organization (WHO) expressed grave concern on Tuesday for "We are very, very concerned, and it's getting harder and harder to get the aid in. It's getting harder and harder to get the specialist personnel in at a time when there is greater and greater need,"
(2024-11-20). Lebanon ceasefire talks 'very constructive', says Hochstein. newarab.com 
(2024-11-20). Report reveals Islamophobia intensifying across UK. newarab.com 
A new report published by the think-tank Runnymede Trust has revealed a sharp increase in hate crimes against The report also looked at the racist riots that took place across the UK this summer, stating that there is strong anti-Muslim sentiment across Britain. | "The way politicians talk about Muslims now is so derogator…
(2024-11-20). Sudan hospital sees growing number of child victims of war. newarab.com 
Children make up a large and increasing proportion of the victims of conflict in Sudan, a global medical charity has warned, with one in six patients being treated for war-related injuries at one
(2024-11-20). UN chief slams 'systematic' looting of Gaza humanitarian aid. newarab.com 
(2024-11-20). War of words between Egypt, travel blogger over Cairo airport. newarab.com 
The Egyptian government and travel blogger On 11 November, Schlappig posted a review,
(2024-11-20). Azerbaijan greenwashes authoritarianism at COP29. newarab.com 
(2024-11-20). Vaccines and Vaccination: Uncovered Truths. expose-news.com Up to 50% of vaccinated individuals may not develop resistance to the disease they were vaccinated against. However, vaccines can cause serious side effects, including brain damage, paralysis and death. Additionally, vaccines …
(2024-11-20). Biden Administration and HHS were the leaders in carrying out the IHR and Pandemic Treaty Globalist Agenda. expose-news.com Lawrence O. Gostin is a global public health attorney. He has held high-level positions in the World Health Organisation and has been involved in drafting the controversial Pandemic Treaty and International Health …
(2024-11-20). 'A Little Dystopian': Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates Bankrolling Methane Vaccine for Cattle. globalresearch.ca Amazon founder The funding comes from his
(2024-11-20). RFK Jr: Development of Autism Within 30 Days Following Hepatitis B Vaccine. globalresearch.ca 
(2024-11-20). 65th Anniversary of Prensa Latina:Detroit Reception Held for Cuban Photo Exhibit. globalresearch.ca On Friday November 15, 2024, Washington, D.C. correspondent for Prensa Latina, Deisy Francis Mexidor, who writes for the Cuban news agency which is celebrating its 65th anniversary, was the special guest for a gathering at the Swords into Plowshares Art …
(2024-11-20). Day 7: Alberta's Premier Danielle Smith Seeks the Imprisonment of Dr. William Makis. globalresearch.ca 
Here are more incredible letters of support from around the world. | Why is Alberta Premier Danielle Smith doing this? | God bless you all for your support. | . | . | * | Click the share button below to email/forward this article to your …
(2024-11-20). Video: Former Top UN War Crimes Prosecutor Dr. Francis Boyle Reveals Bill of Impeachment Against Biden in Order to Prevent WW3. globalresearch.ca Leading expert in bioweapons & international Law, Dr. Francis Boyle, has authored a Bill of Impeachment Against Biden & calls on Americans to wield it in order to help stop WW3. | . | . | . | . | If video above does …
(2024-11-20). Why have British farmers marched on UK's Parliament? aljazeera.com British farmers say they will be forced to sell farms under inheritance tax reforms.
(2024-11-20). Why NZ is protesting over colonial-era treaty bill — a global perspective. asiapacificreport.nz 
An overview for our international readers of Asia Pacific Report. BACKGROUNDER: By Sarah Shamim A fight for MƒÅori indigenous rights drew more than 50,000 protesters to the New Zealand Parliament in the capital Wellington yesterday. A nine-day-long Hƒ´koi, or peaceful march — a MƒÅori tradition — was undertaken in protest against a bill that seeks…
(2024-11-20). Delhi air pollution: Why has India failed to clean up its toxic smog? aljazeera.com State authorities tout an experimental plan that involves stimulating clouds for rain, but scientists are sceptical.
(2024-11-20). From far-right gains to the economy: What's at stake in Germany's election? aljazeera.com Germans will head to the polls early next year after the coalition led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz collapsed.
(2024-11-20). ICC sentences Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz to 10 years over Mali war crimes. aljazeera.com Al Hassan was convicted in June of war crimes during the 2012-13 period, when Ansar al-Din ruled Timbuktu.
(2024-11-20). Iraq conducts first national census in nearly 40 years. aljazeera.com Count stokes tensions in Iraqi Kurdistan, with fears that reduced numbers will lessen Kurdish clout in sectarian system.
(2024-11-20). Pakistan preparing major offensive against Balochistan separatists. aljazeera.com The military has not elaborated on the details of the operation, which comes after a series of deadly attacks.
(2024-11-20). Russian lawmakers endorse bill banning 'child-free propaganda'. aljazeera.com Upper house of parliament also approves bill that bans citizens from several countries from adopting Russian children.
(2024-11-20). Will the House ethics panel release report on Gaetz misconduct allegations? aljazeera.com The House speaker is against the release of the report that looks into the sexual misconduct allegations against Gaetz.
(2024-11-20). It is time to support Pacific Ocean stewards. aljazeera.com Pacific Island nations are working to protect their waters from the impact of climate change, but can't do it alone.
(2024-11-20). Why our brains are wired to ignore the climate crisis | All Hail. aljazeera.com How big industries, politicians and the media have warped public understanding and action on the climate crisis.
(2024-11-20). All That Remains. aljazeera.com Fault Lines follows the journey of a 13-year-old amputee from Gaza named Leyan as she seeks treatment in the US.
(2024-11-20). More than two dozen gang members killed after attempted attack in Haiti. aljazeera.com Police and armed residents have killed 28 gang members after they attempted to attack a suburb of Haiti's capital.
(2024-11-20). Police in Georgia break up protest camp. aljazeera.com Police in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi have dragged away and arrested anti-government protesters.
(2024-11-20). Argentina close on World Cup as Messi helps Martinez level up with Maradona. aljazeera.com Holders Argentina close on World Cup place as Lautaro Martinez joins Diego Maradona as country's fifth leading scorer.
(2024-11-20). Australia vs India: Kohli and Rohit in spotlight for Border-Gavaskar Trophy. aljazeera.com Australia and India resume a rivalry ready to challenge the Ashes as Test cricket's number one.
(2024-11-20). Tottenham appeal against length of Bentancur ban for racial slur on Son. aljazeera.com Tottenham accept misconduct ruling against Uruguayan midfielder but appeal against length of seven-game ban.
(2024-11-20). Rio Tinto employees report rise in bullying, sexual assault. aljazeera.com Half of survey respondents also say mining giant's workplace culture has improved 'a lot' or 'a little'.
(2024-11-20). Hong Kong's pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai takes stand in collusion trial. aljazeera.com Lai denies supporting Hong Kong independence, says his now-defunct newspaper stood for 'core values' of city's people.
(2024-11-20). GAIA Reaction to COP29 Presidency Declaration on Reducing Methane from Organic Waste. pressenza.com "While the intention is good and civil society organizations like GAIA welcome the Declaration, it leaves a lot of room on whether it will be put into practice and how," said Yobel Putra, GAIA Global Climate Policy Officer, further emphasizing the need to exclude false solutions such as waste burning in the picture to achieve real climate impact. | Mariela Pino, Waste Methane Climate Campaigner at GAIA Latin America and the Caribbean calls for an emphasis on waste pickers , saying "While the Declaration mentioned waste pickers and waste workers towards the end, there is no clarity on how this will take into effec…
(2024-11-20). The DWP has now stripped over 150,000 CHILDREN of benefits due to Universal Credit migration. thecanary.co The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has now stripped more than 318,000 people of their benefits via the managed migration process. Alarmingly, the DWP is leaving disproportionately impacting women through its forced migration process to Universal Credit — as well as a huge number of households with children. Of course, the Canary's Steve Topple first […] | By
(2024-11-20). EXPOSED: key Labour health adviser says 'end nationalisation' & 'smartphones can replace doctors'. thecanary.co Key Labour health adviser to Wes Streeting, Paul Corrigan, has claimed that the NHS can no longer be run as a "nationalised industry" as people should increasingly look after themselves at home. Labour: 'all medical knowledge' in a smartphone Paul Corrigan said the plan to make the NHS digital involved the 'self-care' Labour trumpeted at […] | By
(2024-11-20). Moving house costs have skyrocketed under the Labour government. thecanary.co Summer has long been the UK's peak season for moving house, with demand, inflation, and prices, both reaching annual highs. In 2023, the cost of a summer move climbed by 10.9% from spring, peaking at £1,165.52. This year, however, the surge has been even sharper — notably since the Labour Party won the general election. […] | By
(2024-11-20). Fossil fuels bosses were giving each other awards last night — until campaigners got involved. thecanary.co Activists took on planet-wrecking fossil fuel criminals over their contribution to the climate crisis, during a swanky awards dinner in central London. Of course, there's something twisted about Big Oil patting itself on the back for killing people and planet — and campaigners made this clear, as they gatecrashed the industry do from the World […] | By
(2024-11-20). Paper sends a signal in PulpaTronics' alternative to metal-and-silicon RFID tags. imperial.ac.uk An Imperial startup has raised £430,000 to begin testing its low-cost, recyclable radio-frequency ID tags with retailers.
(2024-11-20). Imperial and Bruntwood SciTech join forces for White City innovation centre. imperial.ac.uk Imperial is achieving a major step-up in life sciences capacity at its White City Deep Tech Campus through a new joint venture with Bruntwood SciTech.
(2024-11-20). Exploring meaningful partnerships at Engagement Day 2024. imperial.ac.uk This year's Engagement Day delved into how we can ensure partnership working is equitable, has its desired impact, and is meaningful for all involved.
(2024-11-20). Study Finds Third of UK Children Living in Poverty. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Children play in a park on a housing estate in Redcar, Teesside, May 17, 2023. | © 2023 Joanne Coates/Bloomberg via Getty Images | Newly published data show that 5.2 million children in the United Kingdom — 36 percent of all children in the country — live in poverty. While the government announced a Child Poverty Taskforce to study the issue, the scale of the problem and its daily impact on kids' lives and rights, require immediate action. That should start with abolishing the two-child limit social security policy which pushes children into poverty.
(2024-11-20). Trans Day of Remembrance Marked with Grim Murder Data. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People carry the names of murdered transgendered women as dozens of transgender women and allies gather to commemorate murdered members of their community on Transgender Day of Remembrance in Mexico City. | © 2017 AP Photo…
(2024-11-20). In Lebanon, Gaza and Yemen, resistance stands firm. thecommunists.org As the zionist entity's genocidal onslaught on the oppressed Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip passes the one-year mark, the bloodshed shows no sign of slowing down. Rather, the zionists are actively doing their best to try to ignite a wider conflict, with the hope of getting US imperialism to intervene directly on their …
(2024-11-20). Claims That Allah Is the "Moon-God": Lazy Christian Apologetics… Refuted by Christians. muslimskeptic.com It wasn't too long ago that we had addressed a controversial accusation that is frequently thrown around by internet Christians, i.e., the claim that "Muslims worship the Black Stone." While doing so, we also demonstrated how such a charge only reveals the extremely weak and pathetic level of apologetics employed by these desperate Christians. Another …
(2024-11-20). Colombia Charges Former FARC Leaders with Child Recruitment. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Relatives of victims of extrajudicial executions and magistrates are pictured during a hearing of the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) in Cali, Colombia on June 5, 2023. | © 2024 Joaquin Sarimento/AFP via Getty Images…
(2024-11-20). Iran: Flurry of New Death Sentences. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A demonstration on the anniversary of the death in custody of Mahsa Jina Amini with signs calling to stop the executions in Iran, September 14, 2024. | © 2024 Georg Wendt/picture alliance via Getty Images…
(2024-11-20). Saudi Arabia: Public Investment Fund Linked to Abuses. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (center) heads a meeting of the Council of Economic Affairs and Development in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on May 29, 2018. The council is responsible for oversight of Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund (PIF). | © 2018 Balkis Press/ABACA/Shutterstock | Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund (PIF), controlled by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has facilitated and benefited from human rights abuses.The crown prince has used the fund's economic power to commit serious human ri…
(2024-11-20). Syria Violating World Court Order. hrw.org Click to expand Image | (The Hague) — Syria has failed to comply with an International Court of Justice (ICJ) order a year ago directing it to take all measures within its power to prevent acts of torture in the country, Human Rights Watch said today. The World Court issued provisional measures on November 16, 2023, in a case brought by the Netherlands and Canada alleging that Syria is violating the international Convention against Torture.Human Rights Watch research shows that Syrians remain at risk of enforced disappearance, death from torture, and horrific detention conditions. One year after the ICJ'
(2024-11-20). Tajikistan: Tajik Activist Deported from Germany Jailed. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Dilmurod Ergashev at a demonstration in Berlin on December 23, 2022 in support of Abdullohi Shamsiddin who was detained and ultimately deported to Tajikistan in January 2023. | © 2022 Sharofiddin Gadoev…
(2024-11-20). Uzbekistan Targets 'Undesirable' Foreigners and Stateless Persons. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Chorsu Bazaar in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, July 26, 2023. | © 2023 Jasmine Leung/SOPA Images/Sipa via AP Photo | On November 15, Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a new law targeting "undesirable" foreign citizens and stateless people whose speech or actions are found by Uzbekistan officials to "discredit" the people of Uzbekistan.The law stipulates that if foreigners or stateless people make "public calls or actions contradicting the state sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and also provoke interstate, social, national, racial,…
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(2024-11-20). The BRICS spirit: alive and well in South Africa. strategic-culture.su 
(2024-11-20). Bill would 'render the treaty worthless' — world reacts to national Hƒ´koi. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ News International media coverage of Aotearoa New Zealand's national Hƒ´koi to Parliament has largely focused on the historic size of the turnout in Wellington yesterday and the wider contention between MƒÅori and the Crown. Some, including The New York Times, have also pointed out the recent swing right with the election of the coalition…
(2024-11-20). David Viner Day. wattsupwiththat.com "within a few years winter snowfall will become "a very rare and exciting event"".
(2024-11-20). America's "Humanitarian Wars" Against Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Libya, Palestine. michelchossudovsky.substack.com
(2024-11-20). Australia, Turkey Battle Over 2026 UN Climate Summit Host Role. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Trump Team May Recognize Somaliland Independence, Former UK Minister Claims. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Has the United Nations outlived its usefulness? onlineopinion.com.au The UN, which was established to foster global peace and stability, has now become a paralyzed institution, constrained by an archaic structure.
(2024-11-20). Thank you for emitting: the hypocrisies of COP29. onlineopinion.com.au Azerbaijan, is a petrostate indifferent to the issue of emissions and scornful of ecological preachers. It has seen its natural gas supply grow by 128% between 2000 and 2021.
(2024-11-20). The World Bank has a factory-farm climate problem. grist.org 
Recent data analysis conducted by a human rights advocacy organization found that nearly a dozen international finance institutions directed over $3 billion to animal agriculture in 2023. The majority of those funds — upwards of $2.27 billion — came from development banks and went towards projects that support factory farming, a practice that contributes to greenhouse gas emissions as well as biodiversity loss. | The researchers behind the analysis are calling on the development banks — which include the International Finance Corporation, or IFC, part of the World Bank — to scrutinize t…
(2024-11-20). Can unions save offshore wind from Trump? grist.org 
In the constellation of renewable energy technologies that the U.S. has sought to deploy in order to battle climate change, offshore wind has had perhaps the rockiest path in recent years. In 2023, high interest rates and the global supply chain shocks brought a slew of developments across the country to an end. Even without these macroeconomic obstacles, offshore wind is a mammoth undertaking. It's difficult to overstate the sheer scale of the endeavor that is the construction of an offshore wind farm. The largest turbines are the length of football fields and require specially built ships to transport them.
(2024-11-20). Climate change made all of this year's Atlantic hurricanes so much worse. grist.org 
(2024-11-20). RBC Investing $37B in war crimes and genocide. justpeaceadvocates.ca The most recent US SEC filing for Sept 30, 2024, shows RBC investing $37 Billion in war crimes and genocide. This includes $1.8 Billion in companies on the UN list, and almost $36 Billion in companies identified by AFSC Investigate.
(2024-11-20). CAIR-Chicago to Renew Calls for Senator Sara Feigenholtz to resign over her promoting Hatred of Muslims. thearabdailynews.com
(2024-11-20). Mass Wedding Brings 240 Couples Together in Herat, Afghanistan. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Trump's Presidency Could Reshape Regional Alliances. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Meet the peach that traveled the Trail of Tears and the elders working to save it. grist.org 
It's November and it's unseasonably warm as John John Brown, a Muscogee elder, works to replant peach saplings. "I haven't had much luck growing them from seed," he says. The reason, he thinks, is because peaches need lower temperatures. | Around him, tiny peach trees the size of pencils stand above the browning grass underneath their parent tree. Brown harvested around 200 peaches this year from his small orchard — enough for his family and neighbors — but he had competition: a fox has been poking around. "The animals know when the peaches are ripe quicker than I do," Brown laughs. "They start comin…
(2024-11-20). Iran Threatens Backlash as Western Powers Push IAEA Resolution Forward. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-20). Delhi University Faces Further Delays in Students' Union Election Results. devdiscourse.com In a surprising turn of events, Delhi University has delayed the release of the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) election results, now scheduled for November 25. This decision comes as the university faces challenges in addressing the widespread defacement associated with the elections.
(2024-11-20). Cinematographer's Mother Boycotts 'Rust' Premiere Amid Controversy. devdiscourse.com The mother of late cinematographer Halyna Hutchins is boycotting the world premiere of "Rust" at a film festival in Poland. She accuses Alec Baldwin of "unjustly profiting" from her daughter's death.
(2024-11-20). Assam CM Reviews Monument Honoring Assam Movement Martyrs. devdiscourse.com Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on a recent visit to Guwahati's Pachim Boragaon area, evaluated the progress of the ambitious Swahid Smarak Kshetra project. The site serves as a tribute to the 855 martyrs of the historic Assam Movement.
(2024-11-20). Tragic Reactor Blast at Pharma Plant Claims Life. devdiscourse.com In a tragic incident, a 42-year-old man lost his life, and three others sustained severe injuries following a reactor blast at a pharmaceutical company. The incident was triggered during repair work, authorities confirmed.
(2024-11-20). India's Green Ambition: A Climate Leader Among Giants. devdiscourse.com India has secured the 10th spot in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025, out of over 60 countries. Despite dropping two ranks from last year, the nation remains a high performer due to low per capita emissions and a swift increase in renewable energy projects.
(2024-11-20). Glenn Maxwell Faces Fitness Race After Hamstring Setback. devdiscourse.com Glenn Maxwell's ambitions to return to the first-class cricket arena have been curtailed by a hamstring injury. The setback renders him unavailable for Victoria's next two Sheffield Shield encounters. Maxwell sustained the injury during Australia's third T20I match against Pakistan in Hobart, fueling concerns over his fitness for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) with the Melbourne Stars.
(2024-11-20). Tyrrell Hatton Gears Up for Ryder Cup with Team Cup Appearance. devdiscourse.com Tyrrell Hatton, the sole LIV Golf player participating, will compete in a Ryder Cup warm-up event under the guidance of Europe captain Luke Donald. Hatton, currently ranked 16th, will play for Britain & Ireland in the Team Cup, held in Abu Dhabi from January 10-12.
(2024-11-20). Pioneering Healthcare Innovation: Insights from Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024. devdiscourse.com At the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024, young entrepreneurs in the healthcare sector provided insights into building innovative solutions. They explored addressing challenges and leveraging technology to foster growth and development.
(2024-11-20). Bihar's Cinematic Renaissance: Attracting International Filmmakers. devdiscourse.com Bihar is becoming a hotspot for international filmmakers, with interest from countries like Mauritius, as confirmed by Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha. He highlighted the state's participation in the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) as pivotal in boosting Bihar's film industry.
(2024-11-20). Emma Mackey Joins JJ Abrams' Exciting New Film Venture. devdiscourse.com Emma Mackey, the breakout star from Netflix's 'Sex Education', is set to join the cast of a new feature film by acclaimed Hollywood filmmaker JJ Abrams. Known for hits like 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' and 'Mission: Impossible III', Abrams will pen and produce the movie through his established banner, Bad Robot. Though there's speculation about his directing role, details remain under wraps.
(2024-11-20). Japan's Tourism Boom: Record Visitor Surge Amidst Weak Yen. devdiscourse.com In a remarkable turn of events, Japan has recorded an unprecedented influx of 3.31 million visitors in October, driven largely by the depreciation of the yen. This financial shift has made Japan an attractive destination for international tourists, eager to explore both business and leisure opportunities.
(2024-11-20). Road Safety Set to Improve with New Traffic Radar Regulations. devdiscourse.com The government is poised to introduce mandatory verification and stamping of traffic radar devices, aiming to bolster road safety and enforcement accuracy nationwide.
(2024-11-20). Clash at Kakroli: Voting Controversy Unfolds. devdiscourse.com Tempers flared in Kakroli village amidst the Meerapur assembly bypoll, resulting in a stone-pelting clash between groups, police reported Wednesday. The exact cause remains uncertain.
(2024-11-20). üü• UPDF HAVE BESIGYE. independent.co.ug 
Besigye to Appear Before Court Martial Kampala, Ugandaa | THE INDEPENDENT & URN | The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) have announced that Dr. Kizza Besigye, the veteran opposition leader, will be arraigned before the General Court Martial this morning. "Go to Makindye Court Martial today at 11 am; you will find the answer you need," said …
(2024-11-20). TRAFFIC: 748 motorists arrested without permits. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in Kampala Metropolitan have arrested 748 motorcyclists and drivers for driving without valid driving permits. Of the 748 arrested motorists, 714 are bodaboda riders while 34 are drivers. Michael Kananura, the Traffic Police Spokesperson said they have decided to conduct operations against motorists without permits because of the …
(2024-11-20). COFFEE: Farmers ask gov't to capitalize cooperatives over exploitative brokers. independent.co.ug 
Lwengo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Coffee farmers in Lwengo district have appealed to the government to capitalize on farmers' cooperative unions and eliminate exorbitant moneylenders and exploitative brokers who are ruining the subsector by compromising the quality of produce. Through their umbrella organization, Buddu Rural Coffee Farmers, Nursery Operators Processors Association, farmers have expressed …
(2024-11-20). Court-martial adjourns Besigye case over legal representation. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF) general court-martial has adjourned for 15 minutes to determine whether to proceed with reading charges against Rtd. Colonel Dr. Kiiza Besigye in the absence of his lawyer. The court-martial chairperson, Brigadier Freeman Mugabe, announced the decision after Besigye declined representation from state-appointed lawyers. Besigye …
(2024-11-20). Exodus police SACCO leaders Summoned over illegal money lending. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court has summoned Wilson Omoding, Chairperson of the Police savings group known as Exodus Cooperatives and Credit Society Limited, along with Secretary Daniel Ogwok, to respond to charges of running a money lending business without a valid license. The summons, reviewed by Our Reporter, orders Omoding …
(2024-11-20). MoH: Only most vulnerable Ugandans to be vaccinated against mpox. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Health has revealed that only the most vulnerable Ugandans will be vaccinated against Mpox. Currently, at least 20 districts have been affected by the pandemic with Kampala having the highest number of cases of 55 followed by Nakasongola, Yumbe, Maracha and Arua. Mpox is a zoonotic disease …
(2024-11-20). Museveni asks Teso not to fall victim to divisive tribalistic rhetoric. independent.co.ug 
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has called on the people of Teso to support government programs rather than fall victim to divisive tribalistic rhetoric. Addressing a gathering in the region, he underscored the importance of initiatives aimed at alleviating poverty and promoting development. "The National Resistance Movement (NRM) came with the ideology …
(2024-11-20). Police hunt Alien Skin for assaulting Nsambya hospital doctor, guards. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The police are hunting for local musician Patrick Mulwana, also known as Alien Skin, and his group, who are accused of assaulting a doctor at Nsambya Hospital. According to Luke Owoyesigyire, the Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson, the incident occurred on Tuesday at Nsambya Hospital, when a patient, Joram Tumwesigye …
(2024-11-20). Top brands and agencies vie for UMEAS 2024 honours. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Marketing Excellence Awards (UMEAS) have announced the reception of the highest number of entries from top corporate brands and agencies, for the 2024 edition. According to Shafique Ssemakula, the co-founder of Evolve Africa and the organizers of the UMEAS, this year's edition registered the biggest number of entries since …
(2024-11-20). Ikon Awards return for third edition. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The stage is set for the grand return of the Ikon Film and Television Awards. The 2025 edition promises to be bigger and better. Organised by the Ikon Inspire Foundation, Reach A Hand Uganda, and Sauti Plus Media Hub, the awards are the premier event celebrating creativity and …
(2024-11-20). Multibillion Malaria eradication program unveiled in Busoga. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Health workers under the Busoga Health Forum (BHF) have launched a comprehensive malaria eradication program valued at UGX 154 billion in the Busoga sub-region. This initiative aims to curb malaria through mass screening and treatment of malaria cases to suppress the parasite's spread within the population. Peter Waiswa, Chair …
(2024-11-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: Reducing risk of Alzheimer's disease in families. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurologic disorder that causes memory loss and other cognitive decline due to brain cell degeneration. It's the most common cause of dementia — a clinical syndrome characterized by a collection of symptoms that affect cognitive abilities, memory, thinking behavior. Dementia is not a specific disease itself. It's estimated that more than 55 million people worldwide live with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. And that number continues to grow….
(2024-11-20). Mayo researchers study stool to unlock microbiome's role in cancer treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org At Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine, scientists are investigating stool samples to uncover new insights into cancer treatment. Often seen as waste, stool may provide valuable information about the microbiome — a complex ecosystem of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi and viruses in the gut. Growing evidence shows the microbiome plays a significant role in health, including how the body responds to diseases like cancer and how it influences treatment outcomes. A new frontier in…
(2024-11-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: Battling barriers to transplant surgery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Each year, there are thousands of people waiting for a kidney or liver transplant in the U.S. Some of those transplant candidates are living with diabetes, high blood pressure or obesity, which can sometimes complicate transplant surgery. Dr. Shennen Mao, a Mayo Clinic transplant surgeon, offers advice on preparing patients for the lifesaving operations. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/12Ec8VFBBJU Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 06) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2024-11-20). 'I was in good hands': Emergency surgery saves woman with rare pancreatic aneurysm. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Donna Monroe visited Switzerland in September 2024. Donna Monroe, an accomplished interior designer and business owner, has always been passionate about music, travel and leading an active lifestyle. Her adventures with her husband have taken her to locations near and far, including on a recent trip that may not have been possible without a lifesaving diagnosis and surgery. In August 2023, Donna underwent knee replacement surgery near her Delray Beach, Florida, home. An otherwise uneventful…
(2024-11-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: Detecting pancreatic cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's Note: November is National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month Approximately 66,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, according to the National Cancer Institute. Dr. Michael Wallace, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic, warns that early signs of this deadly disease are easy to miss. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/xSGfX9mqliQ Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network."…
(2024-11-20). Losing weight as a couple. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As a nurse practitioner at Mayo Clinic in Florida, Angela Irizarry fully understands the health risks associated with excess weight, including the risk for diabetes and heart attack. But those reasons weren't why she decided to make a change in her own life. Angela had severe acid reflux and was tired of being in constant discomfort. She knew it was time to do something different. Her positive experience working with patients in Mayo's weight management…
(2024-11-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 misconceptions about COVID-19 and flu vaccines. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Misconceptions about the influenza and COVID-19 vaccines may make some people hesitant to roll up their sleeves. What better way to clear up the confusion than hearing straight from a Mayo Clinic expert? In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Robert Jacobson, medical director for Mayo Clinic's Primary Care Immunization Program, clears up some misconceptions about COVID-19 and the flu. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/WGcqiTAR5hY Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the…
(2024-11-20). Cochlear implants restore social butterfly's hearing. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Throughout her life, retired educator and social butterfly Lynn Maiman struggled to hear. After years of progressive hearing loss, bilateral cochlear implant surgery at Mayo Clinic in Florida restored her hearing and got her back to the busy social life and people she loves. A swim instructor, senior living consultant and retired educator, Lynn Maiman, 65, is a self-described people person. But for most of her busy and active social life, the Jacksonville, Florida, resident…
(2024-11-20). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips for better sleep No matter if you need five hours of sleep or eight, the key is getting good, refreshing rest. How much sleep a person needs varies from person to person. However, there are some simple tips that everyone can use to get better sleep. Mayo Clinic Minute: How change in sunlight…
(2024-11-20). Mayo Clinic researchers recommend alternatives to hysterectomy for uterine fibroids, according to study. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images ROCHESTER, Minn. — Uterine fibroids are a common condition that affects up to 80% of women in their lifetime. Nearly half of those women will experience symptoms that affect their quality of life and fertility, including severe pain and anemia. Uterine fibroids are the major reason for the removal of the uterus by hysterectomy. However, Mayo Clinic researchers recommend minimally invasive treatment alternatives to hysterectomy, in an invited clinical practice paper published in the…
(2024-11-20). (VIDEO) Multiple sclerosis fuels artist's work. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org How does someone deal with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS), a potentially disabling disease that attacks nerves in the brain and spinal cord? For May Ling Kopecky, who was diagnosed with MS at Mayo Clinic as a teen, making art and music helps her share what it's like to live with a chronic disease. "When I'm playing music, I feel like I'm able to just let myself express these things without really thinking too…
(2024-11-20). (VIDEO) Mayo Clinic virologist explains concern about avian flu and why flu vaccine is important. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org For the first time in the U.S., H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as the bird flu, has been detected in a pig. The virus is widespread among wild birds globally. It continues to cause outbreaks in American poultry and dairy cows, and it has infected humans. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 46 confirmed human cases of bird flu in the U.S., all linked to animal exposure with "no evidence of human-to-human transmission." "The strain…
(2024-11-20). Hourglass-shaped stent could ease severe chest pain from microvascular disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A study at Mayo Clinic suggests that an hourglass-shaped stent could improve blood flow and ease severe and reoccurring chest pain in people with microvascular disease. Of 30 participants in a phase 2 clinical trial, 76% saw improvement in their day-to-day life. For example, some participants who reported not being able to walk around the block or up a flight of stairs without chest pain were able to do these ordinary physical…
(2024-11-20). Discovery reveals how to prevent organ damage in pancreatitis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Researchers at Mayo Clinic have discovered how high levels of triglycerides, a type of fat found in the bloodstream, can rapidly damage organs during acute pancreatitis. They discovered in pancreatitis that circulating triglycerides swiftly break down into smaller building blocks known as fatty acids that can damage organs such as the lung and kidneys. Blocking this breakdown prevented such damage from occurring. The findings, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, open a new therapeutic…
(2024-11-20). Mayo Clinic Alumni Association announces 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The 2024 recipients of the Mayo Clinic Distinguished Alumni Awards (left to right): Kerry Olsen, M.D., Rick Nishimura, M.D., Clifford Jack Jr., M.D., Nita Maihle, Ph.D., Alexandre Nehme, M.D., and Robert Wharen Jr., M.D. ROCHESTER, Minn. — The Mayo Clinic Alumni Association is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the Mayo Clinic Distinguished Alumni Awards. The six recipients were honored at the Mayo Foundation House in October. The Mayo Clinic Distinguished Alumni Award was…
(2024-11-20). (VIDEO) Mpox strain detected in new regions: A Mayo Clinic expert explains. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A colorized transmission electron microscopic image of mpox virus particles (red), found within an infected cell (blue), that had been cultured in the laboratory. The image was captured and color-enhanced at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Integrated Research Facility (IRF), located in Fort Detrick, Maryland. Mpox, a disease caused by the monkeypox virus, is a global health concern, with outbreaks in Western and Central African countries spreading into other regions. Recently,…
(2024-11-20). Former Army Ranger found his path to medical school through Mayo Clinic's Military Medicine program. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Jessie Milaski provides canine trauma training to first responders using a K9 simulator as part of a Mayo Clinic Military Medicine training course in 2022. Milaski was a Mayo Clinic military fellow for two years and now is in his second year of studies at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Arizona. Jessie Milaski was a medic in the U.S. Army's 3rd Ranger Battalion who served two tours of duty in Afghanistan. After leaving…
(2024-11-20). New Rochester Construction Updates webpage launches for patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Mayo Clinic in Rochester Construction Updates webpage was launched to help patients and their loved ones navigate to appointments across Mayo Clinic's downtown Rochester, Minnesota, campus. Construction as part of Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester kicked off this fall, marking an exciting milestone in Mayo Clinic's Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. While work begins to transform the downtown campus, Mayo Clinic is also ensuring…
(2024-11-20). (VIDEO) The reality of RSV, who should get vaccinated. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is something many parents know as a cause of bronchiolitis, but others may not have heard of it until recently. RSV causes infections of the lungs and respiratory tract. It's common in children, but it can also infect adults. "A very common disease, the most common reason why a child under 5 ends up in the hospital, 10% of all hospitalizations in that age group in the U.S. are due…
(2024-11-20). (VIDEO) Focus on hope: Brescia's Story. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Brescia Dover studying abroad in Italy Photo courtesy: Brescia Dover At 20 years old, Brescia Dover was ready to take on the world. She was on her way to achieving her dream of being a professional photographer. Everything was going according to plan when her dream came to a halt. Brescia was diagnosed with cancer. With her plans for her future pushed aside, Brescia's focus was now on her health and hope. It's an unexpected…
(2024-11-20). Russia: Ban on "propaganda" in favor of childfree lifestyles. fidh.org On 12 November 2024, the State Duma, the lower house of the Russian Parliament, approved a bill banning "propaganda in favor of a childfree lifestyle." The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) expresses deep concern: this law represents a serious violation of freedom of expression and a direct threat to women's sexual and reproductive rights. FIDH urges Parliament to stop this bill before its final adoption.
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(2024-11-20). Cambodia: Koet Saray sentenced to four years in prison. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). China: Call for immediate release of activists Yu Wensheng and Xu Yan. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). Iran: Free Narges Coalition and partners urge UN Human Rights Council to intervene for Narges Mohammadi's urgent medical release. fidh.org In a joint letter addressed to the UN Human Rights Council, the Free Narges Coalition and other human rights groups, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, urge for the immediate medical release of journalist and woman human rights defender Narges Mohammadi.
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(2024-11-20). Thailand: United Nations body says human rights lawyer Anon Nampa's imprisonment violates international law and calls for his release. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). Egypt: Joint letter urging the UNWGAD to take action on Alaa Abd el-Fattah's detention. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). Standing united against Donald Trump's authoritarianism. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). US: Vince Warren, Center for Constitutional Rights CEO, responds to Trump win. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). Egypt: Report on the human rights situation for the Universal Periodic Review. fidh.org
(2024-11-20). Soldiers Demolish Structures, Uproot Trees, In Nablus. imemc.org 
On Tuesday, Israeli military bulldozers demolished two rooms and uprooted dozens of trees in the New Nablus area, in Nablus in the occupied West Bank's northern part. Local farmer Hamza Al-Hamami reported that several military jeeps, accompanied by a bulldozer, invaded his 500-square-meter land in the New Nablus area. He added that soldiers demolished two …
(2024-11-20). The BRICS spirit: alive and well in South Africa. thealtworld.com 
Africa now essentially needs political will to fight infrastructural problems, a human capital deficit and an institutional deficit. | JOHANNESBURG — At the APEC annual summit in Lima, Comrade Xi Jinping was practically coronated as the King of Peru, as a lively moveable feast celebrated the brand new $1.3 billion Chancay-Shanghai Maritime Silk Road across the Pacific. | There could hardly be a more auspicious counterpart to the action in South America than to gather in BRICS member South Africa to discuss African Unity in a Multipolar World, as well as the perennial plagues of racism, fascism, Russophobia…
(2024-11-20). Four US Senators Say They Will Vote To Block Weapons Shipments to Israel. news.antiwar.com Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) led a press conference with three other senators on Tuesday to discuss their plans to vote in support of resolutions to block several weapons sales to Israel. Sanders said the Senate will vote on Wednesday on three separate resolutions he introduced, known as joint resolutions of disapproval, that seek to block …
(2024-11-20). Einstein Opposed Zionist Colonization in Palestine and Predicted the Current Catastrophe. covertactionmagazine.com A few weeks before the creation of the State of Israel, Shepard Rifkin, executive director of the Stern Group, requested that representatives of the group meet with Albert Einstein in the United States, "the greatest Jewish figure of the time" according to I.F. Stone. Einstein's response was unequivocal: "When a real and final catastrophe should …
(2024-11-20). Leader to Lebanese nation, resistance: We're inseparable, we share your pain, suffering. presstv.ir Ayatollah Khamenei expresses solidarity with the Lebanese people in a verbal message amid an Israeli carnage.
(2024-11-20). Hundreds in Rio de Janeiro rally to slam countries sending money, bombs to Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters take to the streets of Rio de Janeiro to denounce the 'genocide' in Gaza.
(2024-11-20). Iran FM: Anti-Israel Op. 'True Promise III' to come in 'due time, appropriate manner'. presstv.ir Iran's FM says the response to Israel's latest act of aggression will be given in due time and in a manner deemed appropriate.
(2024-11-20). Hezbollah targets Israel's military intel base with barrage of missiles. presstv.ir Hezbollah says its fighters fired "a salvo of missiles" at the Glilot military base in the Tel Aviv suburbs on Tuesday.
(2024-11-20). NYT kills 'probe' into Amsterdam violence unleashed by Israeli hooligans: Report. presstv.ir The New York Times has rejected an offer from one of its prominent journalists to investigate the violence in Amsterdam.
(2024-11-20). US senators call to block arms sales to Israel over genocide in Gaza. presstv.ir A group of US senators has called on Washington to end its arms sales to Israel, saying the United States is playing a key role in Israel's genocidal war in Gaza.
(2024-11-20). Iran's marvelous wealth of genetic resources. presstv.ir Iran is one of the most exceptional countries for its God-given natural resources owing to the presence of 11 of the climatic regions in the world.
(2024-11-20). Iran will continue to stand by Syrian people, government: FM. presstv.ir Iran has a strong will to expand cooperation with Syria in various fields and it will continue to stand by the Syrian nation and government, according to the country's foreign minister.
(2024-11-20). Iran, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to China-brokered détente. presstv.ir Iran and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to the China-brokered détente and to further consolidate neighborly relations during a meeting of the Saudi-Chinese-Iranian Joint Tripartite Committee.
(2024-11-20). Iran summons British envoy over shipping sanctions. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned the British chargé d'affaires in protest against London's sanctions against the Islamic Republic's shipping company.
(2024-11-20). E. Palestine LIUNA Member Calls For Meeting With AFL-CIO Pres Liz Schuler & Stafford Act. indybay.org East Palestine resident and LIUNA member Chris Albright and other workers and trade unionists tried to meet with AFL-CIO president Liz Schuler to urge her to support President Biden instituting the Stafford Act which provides for healthcare and money to move out of their contaminated homes.
(2024-11-20). Saturday 11/23: Common Ground Movie Screening and Potluck. indybay.org Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists…
(2024-11-20). Tuesday 11/26: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | http: //tinyurl.com/PalestineNov26…
(2024-11-20). Governor Issues Water Resilience Update, Citing 'Progress' on Delta Tunnel, Sites Dam. indybay.org Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla, Executive Director of Restore the Delta, described the Delta Tunnel as a "pipe dream" that would drain the estuary.
(2024-11-20). Climate scientists officially declare 'climate emergency' at an end. wattsupwiththat.com
(2024-11-20). The (Pacific Northwest) Storm Reveals Itself. The Eastside Wind Threat. wattsupwiththat.com Bottom line: strong winds from the east, gusting to 40-70 mph, will occur east of Puget Sound and will be stronger towards the Cascades. Expect substantial vegetation damage and many power outages. Driving down streets with lots of trees might not be a good idea after 6-7 PM if you living in the vulnerable areas noted above.
(2024-11-20). Israel proceeds with attempts to crush resistance in West Bank. peoplesdispatch.org The Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) carried out a large-scale military operation across the governorate and its refugee camp in the northern occupied West Bank on Tuesday, November 19. Among the areas raided by the IOF was Those killed in Qabatiya were identified as Raed Abdul Rahman Sadiq Hanaysha (24), Anwar Nidal Saba'neh (25), and Adnan Suleiman Tazaza'a (32). The IOF repo…
(2024-11-20). Niger Hosts Historic Conference On The Fight Against Neocolonialism. popularresistance.org Delegates from the popular movements, labor unions, peasant organizations, and left parties in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the US have arrived in Niamey, the capital of Niger, to attend the "Conference in Solidarity with the Peoples of the Sahel" from November 19 to 21. | The Pan Africanism Today Secretariat (PAT) and the West Africa People's Organization (WAPO) have organized this conference "For Anti-Imperialist Unity, Peace, and Friendship between Peoples", at the time of a critical breakthrough against Francafrique in Sahelian West Africa. | Amid a wave of mass protests against the continued stranglehold…
(2024-11-20). Hong Kong: 45 Democracy Advocates Harshly Sentenced. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Elsa Wu, foster mother of activist Hendrick Lui, was taken into a police van outside the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts building after the sentencing of 45 pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong, November 19, 2024. | © Photo by David Chan / SOPA Images/Sipa USA (Sipa via AP Images)…
(2024-11-20). 'Where're you last 5 years': Asaduddin Owaisi faces backlash in Malegaon. ummid.com All India Malis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) President and Hyderabad MP, Asaduddin Owaisi, faced backlash and greeted with black flags when he visited Malegaon to campaign for the party candidate Mufti Ismail Qasmi Saturday November 17, 2024.
(2024-11-20). øQuién es Carlos Trujillo, quien se rumorea será el próximo Secretario de Estado Adjunto para Asuntos del Hemisferio Occidental? cepr.net El diario Miami Herald y otros medios han sugerido que Carlos Trujillo, un cubanoamericano que se desempeñó como embajador ante la Organización de los Estados Americanos (OEA) en la primera administración de Trump, pronto podría ser nominado para "Subsecretario de Estado adjunto para Asuntos del Hemisferio Occidental o un puesto similar", junto con el senador …
(2024-11-20). La opinión gráfica: Corona perdida. cubadebate.cu Por mucho que se afane, el león perdió hace mucho tiempo la corona por estos lares tropicales. A golpe de precios, el rechoncho cerdo ocupó su lugar y ahora reina con precios por las nubes.
(2024-11-20). Sabor y tradición: Habichuelas, remolacha, bolitas de maíz con queso y filete de pescado grillé. cubadebate.cu Hoy les comparto recetas que tomadas del libro Nuevo manual del cocinero cubano y español, 1864, adecuadas: habichuelas a la española, remolacha a la habanera, bolitas de maíz con queso y filete de pescado grillé.
(2024-11-20). El tiempo este 20 de noviembre: Chubascos y algunas tormentas eléctricas en occidente. cubadebate.cu Estará parcialmente nublado en centro y oriente y nublado en zonas de su costa norte con aislados chubascos en la mañana. En el resto será poca la nubosidad y desde el final de la mañana estará parcialmente nublado, nublándose en las primeras horas de la tarde en Pinar del Río y Artemisa, con chubascos, lluvias y algunas tormentas eléctricas, que se extenderán al resto del occidente.
(2024-11-20). Fiscal acepta posponer la condena a Trump por los sobornos a una actriz porno mientras sea presidente. cubadebate.cu La Fiscalía de Manhattan que lleva el caso contra el presidente electo Donald Trump, declarado culpable el pasado mes de mayo por sus pagos ilegales a la actriz porno Stormy Daniels a cambio de su silencio sobre la relación que mantuvieron, se ha opuesto este martes a desestimar una condena contra el líder republicano, pero se ha abierto a posponerla mientras esté en la Casa Blanca.
(2024-11-20). Por un uso seguro y responsable de las TIC. cubadebate.cu Esperemos que esta Tercera Jornada Nacional de Ciberseguridad, contribuya a que los avances en la informatización de los procesos y la transformación digital, tenga una correspondencia con el uso seguro y responsable de estas tecnologías en la sociedad cubana.
(2024-11-20). Netanyahu visita Gaza y advierte que no detendrá el genocidio. cubadebate.cu El primer ministro israelí, Benjamin Netanyahu, visitó la Franja de Gaza para "advertir al mundo que la milicia palestina, Hamás, no volverá a gobernar el enclave cuando termine la guerra". En Gaza, al menos 50 personas han sido asesinadas por los ataques israelíes en el enclave en las últimas 24 horas.
(2024-11-20). Se celebró en Cuba el Día de la Cultura Física y el Deporte. cubadebate.cu En medio de numerosas tareas que constituyen prioridad para el país celebraron hoy los exponentes del sector el Día de la Cultura Física y el Deporte. Muchos mensajes de personalidades, organismos y protagonistas de una labor que nace en la base y se distingue por su carácter humanista e inclusivo se han sumado a la repercusión que genera la fecha.
(2024-11-20). Ciberseguridad en Cuba: øQué nos queda por hacer? cubadebate.cu Sobre la ciberseguridad y su importancia en los diferentes sectores de la economía y la sociedad cubana actual, se dialogó en la Mesa Redonda junto a Yoandry Pardo Escobar, Director de Informatización del Ministerio de Comunicaciones, Daniel Perea Núñez, Director General de la Oficina de Seguridad para las Redes Informáticas y otros directivos especializados en el tema.
(2024-11-20). The dynamics of Trump's foreign policy approach and Israel. uwidata.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist In his first term, Trump was described as an "unpredictable leader" both within the US and internationally: He did not speak the international diplomatic language, did not use the readings of analysts, and pursued an unorthodox strategic approach rather than the maneuvers of experienced politicians. Trump is neither Bill Clinton, …
(2024-11-20). El 19 de Noviembre, día mundial del ajedrez en honor a Capablanca. cubadebate.cu En 1988 la Federación Internacional de Ajedrez (F.I.D.E.) proclamó el 19 de noviembre como Día Mundial del Ajedrez en homenaje a los cien años del natalicio del gran ajedrecista cubano José Raúl Capablanca. Capablanca fue campeón mundial de ajedrez desde 1921 a 1927 y el único campeón mundial oficial de ajedrez de habla hispana de la historia.
(2024-11-20). Qué trae la prensa cubana, miércoles 20 de noviembre de 2024. cubadebate.cu
(2024-11-19). Landmines: New Casualties Show Need to Support Treaty Ban. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Mine clearance equipment on display at a Cambodia Mine Action Center training held in Preytotoeung village, Battambang province, Cambodia, on January 19, 2023. | © 2023 AP Photo/Heng Sinith | (Bangkok, November 20, 2024) — The international treaty banning antipersonnel landmines risks being undermined by new use by countries such as Russia and Myanmar that are not parties, Human Rights Watch said today in releasing the Landmine Monitor 2024 report. The 142-page report will be presented at the Mine Ban Treaty's Fifth Review Conference in Siem Reap, Cambodia, on November 25 to…
(2024-11-19). Message to Kenyan communists: Our struggle is one! thecommunists.org The following message was delivered by our party's vice-chair Joti Brar to the second congress of the Communist Party of Kenya in Nairobi on 16 November 2024, where it was warmly received by a young and militant membership. The congress was the culmination of a two-year rectification process which followed betrayals by former leaders and …
(2024-11-19). A Thousand Days of War in Ukraine. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Firefighters extinguish a fire after a Russian attack on a neighborhood in Kharkiv, Ukraine, February 10, 2024. | © 2024 Yevhen Titov/AP Photo | November 19 marks 1,000 days since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. This grim milestone highlights the immense suffering the war has brought to Ukrainian civilians in particular as a result of the war crimes and crimes against humanity perpetrated by Russian forces.Russia's war has killed over 11,700 Ukrainian civilians and injured close to 27,000. At least 6.7 million people have fled Ukraine and millions more hav…
(2024-11-19). The NBA Risks 'Sportswashing' UAE Violations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The NBA logo at center court. | © 2020 Mark J. Terrill/AP Photo | The Emirates NBA Cup held its first game on November 12 in the US city of Detroit after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) hosted two preseason games in October 2024 in Abu Dhabi. These games are part of the Emirati government's efforts to distract from the many human rights violations it is committing at home and abroad, including its alleged supply of weapons to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan.Human Rights Watch has documented RSF committing crimes against humanity and called for further investigations into whe…
(2024-11-19). Another Psychopath For US Secretary Of State: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix. thealtworld.com Marco Rubio Psychopathy is almost a job requirement for secretary of state, because the title entails a responsibility for helping to roll out the violence and tyranny which serves as the glue that holds the US empire together…
(2024-11-19). Israeli Forces Assassinate Three Palestinians Near Jenin. imemc.org 
Israeli forces assassinated three Palestinian young men, on Tuesday, after besieging and bombing a home in the village of Ash-Shuhada (Martyrs' Triangle), southwest of Jenin in the northern occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Health Ministry announced that it was informed by the General Authority of Civil Affairs of the death of three Palestinian young men …
(2024-11-19). Israeli Forces Execute Two Palestinians, Injure Nine Others, in Jenin. imemc.org 
Israeli forces executed two Palestinian young men, on Tuesday, and injured nine others during a military attack against the city of Jenin and the Jenin refugee camp, in the northern West Bank. Media sources said that the occupation forces killed the young men, Firas Al-Jasser and Rami Al-Huwaiti, on Tuesday evening, after invading the eastern …
(2024-11-19). Resist Trump 2.0. cpusa.org 
Main report given by Joe Sims to the CPUSA National Committee on Saturday, November 16. | Well comrades, the election results are in, and to put it mildly, it ain't pretty. Trump won the battleground states, about 20 others, and the Electoral College. The GOP won the Senate and the House. It appears he'll win the popular vote by about one and a half percent. That's the picture so far, and while it's a very challenging situation, it's not the national realignment and move to the right that the talking heads have been crowing about for the last week. The ruling class may have moved to the right and the federal g…
(2024-11-19). More Israelis Are Refusing Deployment to Gaza. Will It Help End the Genocide? truthout.org On November 27, Soul Behar Tsalik, an 18-year-old from Tel Aviv, is expected to show up at an induction center for the Israeli military, but he isn't going to enlist. Instead — like a dozen other Israeli teens in the last year — he has decided to face military prison rather than comply with conscription. Behar Tsalik describes military service as an obligation that Israelis like him are… |
(2024-11-19). Amos Hochstein arrives in Lebanon as Israel continues to escalate attacks. peoplesdispatch.org
(2024-11-19). America's "Humanitarian Wars" against Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Libya, Palestine/ By Prof. Michel Chossudovsky. marktanliano.net 
History of Anglo-American Colonialism (1909-2024) Original Link Here: America's "Humanitarian Wars" against Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Libya, Palestine This article is a followup of my earlier article entitled "U.S. and Western Allies Support the Genocide. Israel's Role in U.S.-NATO War Against Iran" (October 2024) Iran: History of Anglo-American Colonialism Time Line: 1909: Creation of the …
(2024-11-19). Diné Activist Warns Against New Uranium Mining Amid Renewed Nuclear Energy Push. truthout.org The search for an energy alternative to fossil fuels has renewed interest in nuclear power production across the globe. Despite nuclear boosters' promotion of the energy source, Tim Judson of the Nuclear Information and Resource Service calls nuclear power an "elaborate greenwashing scheme." Nuclear is "not carbon-free," says Diné organizer Leona Morgan, who highlights the fuel costs and… |
(2024-11-19). Escalation Flashpoint: Biden Approves Ukrainian Strikes Inside Russian Heartland. mintpressnews.com In this episode of State of Play: Russia, Ukraine, NATO and the US, cloak and dagger drama – leaked intelligence, NATO stay-behind operations, nuclear brinkmanship and how the Biden Administration will be remembered as one of the most reckless, violent, and foolhardy in US history.
(2024-11-19). Nuclear Revival? Diné Activist Warns Against New Uranium Mining as AI, Bitcoin Energy Needs Soar. democracynow.org 
The search for an energy alternative to fossil fuels has renewed interest in nuclear power production across the globe. Despite nuclear boosters' promotion of the energy source, Tim Judson of the Nuclear Information and Resource Service calls nuclear power an "elaborate greenwashing scheme." Nuclear is "not carbon-free," says Diné organizer Leona Morgan, who highlights the fuel costs and environmental contamination — particularly within and around Indigenous communities in the Southwest United States — of the uranium mining required to produce nuclear power. Because the c…
(2024-11-19). Massive Energy Needs of AI & Cryptocurrencies Lead Amazon, Google & Microsoft to Embrace Nuclear Power. democracynow.org 
Tech companies are turning to nuclear to fulfill the skyrocketing energy needs of artificial intelligence, with major corporations like Amazon, Google and Microsoft announcing plans to invest in nuclear power. But the speed at which energy needs are growing may not align with the construction or revitalization of nuclear infrastructure, says Alex de Vries, who researches the unintended consequences of AI and cryptocurrencies. There may be a "mismatch between the needs of tech companies today" and the future, while nuclear power continues to carry the same safety risks that led to its phasing out in th…
(2024-11-19). UnitedHealth Limiting Mental Health Coverage Puts Patients' Treatment at Risk. truthout.org For years, it was a mystery: Seemingly out of the blue, therapists would feel like they'd tripped some invisible wire and become a target of UnitedHealth Group. A company representative with the Orwellian title "care advocate" would call and grill them about why they'd seen a patient twice a week or weekly for six months. In case after case, United would refuse to cover care… |
(2024-11-19). GOP House Rep Aims to Ban Incoming Trans Lawmaker From Using Women's Restrooms. truthout.org On Monday, a Republican House member introduced a transphobic bill that appeared to be targeted at an incoming lawmaker, Rep.-elect Sarah McBride (D-Delaware), who is set to become the first openly trans member of Congress. Rep. Nancy Mace's (R-South Carolina) measure aims to restrict transgender people from using restrooms that correspond with their gender. The bill would prohibit members of… |
(2024-11-19). Trump and Allies Plot Cuts to Medicaid, Food Stamps to Fund Tax Cuts for Wealthy. truthout.org A new report details how president-elect Donald Trump's economic advisers and GOP allies in Congress are plotting to make massive cuts to social safety net programs, including Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), in order to extend Trump's 2017 tax cuts that primarily benefited the wealthy. Those advisers and lawmakers are in "preliminary discussions… |
(2024-11-19). Walmart and Other Companies Say Trump's Tariffs Will "Obviously" Raise Prices. truthout.org Economic experts are warning that if president-elect Donald Trump follows through on his plan to impose massive tariffs on goods imported from other countries, American consumers will likely face higher prices — a warning that was recently echoed by a prominent executive from Walmart, the country's largest retailer. Walmart chief financial officer David Rainey expressed his views on the… |
(2024-11-19). What Mutual Aid Groups Are Doing To Help Hurricane Survivors. popularresistance.org Hurricane Helene, which was a Category 4 hurricane, hit on September 26 and claimed around 227 lives as of October 5, 2024. The hurricane is now considered one of the deadliest "of the modern era." Besides destroying homes, businesses, roads, and bridges, it caused power outages for millions and left countless survivors without food and water. | The hurricane has become a source of conflict and division, particularly concerning the federal government's response to the catastrophe. | Media outlets like PBS, U.S. News & World Report, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)'s Hurricane Rumor Response…
(2024-11-19). Struggle To Save Chinatown From Arena Moves To City Council. popularresistance.org Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A special session of the Philadelphia City Council was held Nov. 12 for council members to question representatives of 76DevCorp about their master plan and Community Benefits Agreement for a $1.5 billion basketball arena called "76 Place" they want to build adjacent to Philadelphia's historic Chinatown. | With Mayor Cherelle Parker being an enthusiastic proponent of the arena plan, it was not surprising that her staff members were on hand to help the owners' representatives answer questions or that the event was planned without input from communities that will be most impacted.
(2024-11-19). Did Biden Really Authorize Long-range Strikes Deeper Within Russia? NYT Quoting "Anonymous Officials" globalresearch.ca This article is also available in Spanish. Scroll down for Spanish AI Translation | øBiden realmente autorizó ataques de largo alcance más profundos dentro de Rusia? NYT Citando "Funcionarios Anónimos": | por Drago Bosnic | hacia abajo para ver la traducción IA en …
(2024-11-19). Thank You for Emitting: The Hypocrisies of COP29. dissidentvoice.org COP29 was always going to be memorable, for no other reason than the hosting country, Azerbaijan, is a petrostate indifferent to the issue of emissions and scornful of ecological preachers. It has seen its natural gas supply grow by 128% between 2000 and 2021. Between 2006 and 2021, gas exports rose by a monumental 29,290%. …
(2024-11-19). Brazilian Federal Police arrest military personnel suspected in plot to assassinate Lula. peoplesdispatch.org On November 19, the Federal Police (PF) arrested four military personnel assigned to the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro for being part of an alleged plot to kill then president-elect Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in 2022, a PF source told AFP. A police officer was also arrested in the PF arrest operation, called "contragolpe" (counterstrike in English). | The soldiers involved had Special Forces training and planned to use "advanced military operational techniques," as well as setting up a "crisis cabinet" that they themselves would join. Before their arrest, the suspects were in Rio de Janeiro, where they were taking…
(2024-11-19). Daughter of Political Prisoner in Azerbaijan: Gov't Is Using COP29 as Chance to "Enrich the Regime" democracynow.org 
In Baku, Azerbaijan, Democracy Now! continues our coverage of the 2024 U.N. climate summit and its host country's record on human rights. "Considering that our economy is completely relying on oil and gas sales and the COP29 is a great place to have a lot of oil and gas lobbyists, it's actually a great chance for the Azerbaijani government to have more oil and gas contracts … and then to enrich the regime itself," says Zhala Bayramova, a human rights lawyer focused on LGBTQ rights now. Their father Gubad Ibadoghlu is one of hundreds of Azerbaijani political prisoners targeted for his cri…
(2024-11-19). 'Running From the Trenches': Ukrainian Officer Describes Horror His Soldiers Experience. globalresearch.ca Ukrainian soldiers leave their positions as soon as Russian military personnel appear, Ukrainian media reported, citing an officer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This situation has become so prevalent that it is believed that more than 100,000 Ukrainians have …
(2024-11-19). Russia's Veto Of The UNSC Resolution On Sudan Saved It From A Neocolonialist Plot. thealtworld.com The text was ambiguous about the authorities' legitimacy even though they represent their country at the UN, didn't call for the RSF to cease its attacks against the SAF, could have led to more arms smuggling to the group under the cover of aid, eroded Sudan's sovereignty via the ICC, and could have led to a disastrous military intervention. | British Foreign Secretary David Lammy
(2024-11-19). Requiem for an Empire. tomdispatch.com Some 15 years ago, on December 5, 2010, a historian writing for TomDispatch made a prediction that may yet prove prescient. Rejecting the consensus of that moment that U.S. global hegemony would persist to 2040 or 2050, he argued that "the demise of the United States as the global superpower could come… in 2025, just 15 years from now." To make that forecast, the historian conducted what he called "a more realistic assessment of domestic and global trends." Starting with the global context, he argued that, "faced with a fading superpower," China, India, Iran, and Russia would all start to "provocatively challen…
(2024-11-19). ActionAid USA's call for economic justice at the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings. actionaidusa.org At this year's IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Washington DC, ActionAid joined a global coalition of civil society voices demanding an end to debt-driven austerity and championing a vision for a fairer, more resilient world economy. ActionAid and allies stood shoulder-to-shoulder with communities, activists, and youth leaders to bring urgent calls for economic…
(2024-11-19). Study Showing 'High Likelihood' of Link Between COVID Vaccines and Death Republished in Peer-reviewed Journal. globalresearch.ca The
(2024-11-19). The True Impact of Grass Fed Beef: Why Your Meat's Origin Matters More Than You Think. globalresearch.ca Grass fed and grain-fed cattle follow dramatically different paths after their first 7 to 9 months. Grass fed cattle continue grazing naturally until 20 to 28 months, while grain-fed are moved to feedlots and fattened rapidly with corn and soy-based …
(2024-11-19). COVID Crimes Exposed by Germany's Robert Koch Institute (RKI) Files. "Much of the Pandemic Narrative Built on Lies" globalresearch.ca As a physician and researcher who has fought tirelessly for truth, I am compelled to share the staggering revelations that recently emerged from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) archives. These documents shed light on the covert political and scientific maneuvers …
(2024-11-19). Alberta's Premier Danielle Smith Seeks the Imprisonment of Dr. William Makis, Distinguished Oncologist Committed to the Truth, Spread the Word. globalresearch.ca Alberta Premier Jason Kenney destroyed his political career when he ordered AHS to persecute Christian Pastors during the lockdown. It remains the biggest political blunder in history. Jason Kenney cannot show his face in public now, and won't for the …
(2024-11-19). Most Censored Paper on Earth: The Lancet-Censored "Sudden Death" COVID-19 Vaccine Autopsy Paper Has Been Peer-Reviewed and Published/By Dr. WIlliam Makis. marktanliano.net 
Original Link Here: Most Censored Paper on Earth: The Lancet-Censored "Sudden Death" COVID-19 Vaccine Autopsy Paper Has Been Peer-Reviewed and Published — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization By Dr. William Makis Global Research, November 18, 2024 COVID Intel It has been two years now, with unprecedented censorship from Lancet and another Elsevier …
(2024-11-19). EU Adopts New Regulation to Curtail Forced Labor. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Workers carry bags as they harvest cotton in a field in Hami in western China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, September 21, 2016. | © 2016 Chinatopix via AP Photo | Today, the European Union approved a law forbidding the sale in the EU of products made with forced labor, a decisive step in combatting this abusive practice and holding corporations to account. The Forced Labor Regulation (FLR) will require authorities of all EU states to ban from the EU market any products or components which have been made, in part or whole, with forced labor. It will target perverse incentives…
(2024-11-19). Authorities Fail to Address Ethnic Violence in India's Manipur State. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People run past burning vehicles of India's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during a protest to condemn the alleged killing of women and children in Imphal, capital of India's northeastern state of Manipur, November 16, 2024. | © 2024 AFP via Getty Images…
(2024-11-19). Iraq: Surging Unlawful Executions. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Barbed wire. | © 2017 Nasis/Getty Images | (Beirut) — The Iraqi government dramatically increased the scale and pace of unlawful executions in 2024, Human Rights Watch said today. Cases Human Rights Watch documented show that the authorities are carrying out these executions without prior notice to lawyers or family members and despite credible allegations of torture and violations of the right to a fair trial. In January, Human Rights Watch reported that at least 150 prisoners at the Iraqi Nasiriyah Central Prison were facing imminent execution without warning. Authorities e…
(2024-11-19). The Brasília suicide bomber and the normalization of madness. strategic-culture.su "Don't contradict a madman" is a common saying in Brazil, and it's a reasonable one. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | "Don't contradict a mad…
(2024-11-19). Trump and the storm of the century. strategic-culture.su The U.S. is sleepwalking into disaster in the Middle East | By Douglas MACGREGOR | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The fear in many nations' c…
(2024-11-19). Trump Election win triggers Houthi war drills as yemen braces for U.S. invasion. strategic-culture.su The goal is not to repel or kill enemy soldiers but to capture them," said Ali Mohammed Hassan, his voice steady as he adjusted the strap of his AK-47. Dressed in the traditional Tahami uniform, grenades hanging from his belt and ammunition at the ready, Hassan spoke with the confidence of someone deeply familiar with the terrain. "I know this land. That is our advantage."
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(2024-11-19). What do Trump, Black Rock and the Wall Street giants have in common? strategic-culture.su
(2024-11-19). The Heat: G20 Summit 2024. america.cgtn.com 
(2024-11-19). Hƒ´koi day 9: 35,000 join as Treaty Principles Bill protest reaches Parliament. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ News More than 35,000 people today gathered as Aotearoa New Zealand's Hƒ´koi m≈ç te Tiriti overflowed from Parliament's grounds and onto nearby streets in the capital Wellington P≈çneke. Eru Kapa-Kingi told the crowd "MƒÅori nation has been born" today and that "Te Tiriti is forever". ACT leader David Seymour was met with chants of…
(2024-11-19). Kiwi pilot kidnapping in West Papua leads to police raids in Australia. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Duncan Graham An alleged plot involving firearms and threatening the life of New Zealand pilot Philip Mehrtens when held hostage in Papua this year is being investigated by the Australian Federal Police. The case involves "advancing a political cause by the separation of West Papua from Indonesia . . . with the intention of…
(2024-11-19). 'What's good for MƒÅori is good for everyone' — Hƒ´koi ends with peaceful protest. asiapacificreport.nz By Ashleigh McCaull, RNZ News journalist Aotearoa New Zealand's capital Wellington P≈çneke turned into a sea of black, white and red today, as more than 42,000 people supporting te Hƒ´koi m≈ç te Tiriti overflowed Parliament's lawn and onto the streets. Supporters then headed to Waitangi Park, where a post-hƒ´koi concert took place. Thousands of supporters…
(2024-11-19). Sikh Pilgrims Gather in Pakistan for Baba Guru Nanak's 555th Birth Anniversary. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-19). Surfboards and Science: Why a 17-Year-Old's Ocean 'Thermometer' Won't Save the Planet. wattsupwiththat.com So, to The Guardian: Next time, try citing evidence that doesn't dissolve under the first wave of scrutiny—or logic. And to the young surfer: Keep riding those waves and having fun. But when it comes to ocean temperatures, let's leave the analysis to professionals—preferably ones who acknowledge the massive uncertainty in the data they're working with. Or, at the very least, someone who doesn't think their wetsuit doubles as a thermometer.
(2024-11-19). La victoria electoral de Donald Trump brinda un cauteloso optimismo para la paz en Ucrania. strategic-culture.su Trump necesita escuchar al pueblo estadounidense y cumplir con su promesa de paz. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | El manifiesto de Trump "Estado…