(2026-10-30). Real Reason Palestine Action Was Deemed A 'Terrorist' Organization. popularresistance.org The world watches in horror as the United States and Israel brazenly commit war crimes and genocide, defying international law and then sanctioning those institutions, such as the International Criminal Court, that endeavor to hold them accountable. Despite daily images of destruction, starvation and death in Palestine, now extending from Gaza to the occupied West Bank and farther to Lebanon and beyond, only Iran and Ansar Allah have taken effective action to stop the atrocities. Western nations, meanwhile, keep the gears of Israel's war machine turning.
(2026-10-30). Rubio hosts G20 ministers as Iran, Ukraine wars divide members. al-monitor.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will host his G20 counterparts, including Russia's Sergei Lavrov, for talks on | Friday | that are expected to be fractious, with wars in Ukraine and Iran and surging energy prices fanning discord.
(2026-10-30). Houthis deny launching drone after coalition reports interception in Mecca region. al-monitor.com Oct 30 (Reuters) – Yemen's Houthis denied launching any attack towards Saudi Arabia on Friday, after the Saudi-led coalition said it had intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by the group over the Mecca region.Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree dismissed the coalition's account as false in a post on X, saying the group had not carried out any operation towards Saudi territory. He said its operations target Saudi oil facilities and military bases.
(2026-10-30). Iran Threatens 'War Without Limits' on 'Israel', Unveils 'Shocking' Weapons as Casualties Mount. orinocotribune.com By Robert Inlakesh — Oct 24, 2026 Iran's Army has revealed a new drone that carries a warhead twice the weight of the previous generation, as Tehran threatens a war without limits in retaliation for US-Israeli military operations. MintPress News' Robert Inlakesh looks at the latest developments in the regional war, the economic fallout, and …
(2026-10-30). Israel Election 2026: Power at the Brink. ummid.com A Netanyahu win would likely preserve a confrontational posture toward Iran and the existing hard line on Palestinian statehood whereas an opposition-led government could improve Israel's relations with Washington, European states and Arab neighbours.
(2026-10-30). Israel's Elections: All Roads Lead To Genocide. popularresistance.org While many are looking forward to the loss of Netanyahu's bloc in the elections, hoping that a new government will be less brutal against Palestinians and people across the West Asia region, analysts suggest that Eisenkot's bloc adopts the same Zionist ethnic cleansing-based ideology. | In an interview with BreakThrough News, Israeli-American author, activist and founder of Palestine House of Freedom Miko Peled argued that there are no differences between the two competing blocs when it comes to issues like Israel's war on Iran, the mass killing in Gaza, forcing Palestinians to flee the besieged enclave.
(2026-10-30). Hegseth Fires High-Level General Over Alleged Leaks. news.antiwar.com US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has fired a top general who served as the director for strategy, plans, and policy on the Joint Staff, a move that comes as the Trump administration is preparing to restart the bombing campaign against Iran. Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia previously served as the commander of the Army's 101st …
(2026-10-30). Vance outreach to Iran related to medical supplies, says Trump. al-monitor.com By Bo EricksonOct 29 (Reuters) – US President Donald Trump said that Vice President JD Vance's outreach to Iran was about helping the country get medical supplies, after US media reported Vance had written toTehran's top security official to revive peace talks.Iran has received a letter from Vance but it has not responded to it yet, the country's semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Thursday, while adding that Tehran wants the US to meet its conditions and "any position that contradicts this framework is unacceptable."
(2026-10-30). Israel's Gridlocked Election tolls the Death Knell of Liberal Zionism. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The October 27 election in Israel was a referendum on democracy
(2026-10-30). Ulm5 — Germany's show trial sets a dangerous precedent. mronline.org 
In a show-trial riddled with procedural irregularities, Germany is seeking to make an example of five activists who organized against the genocide in Gaza.
(2026-10-30). Sunday 11/1: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-10-30). Support the international dockworkers' action! Build a European general strike against war and austerity! wsws.org The Socialist Equality Parties in Europe welcome and support the international day of action by dock and port workers on Friday, October 30, against war, genocide and militarisation.
(2026-10-30). The Trump / Epstein Pedophile Files. indybay.org Note: Reportedly in 2002, about the convicted felon President Donald J. Trump: "Trump Called Jeffrey Epstein A "Terrific Guy" And Said "He's A Lot Of Fun To Be With. It Is Even Said That He Likes Beautiful Women As Much As I Do, And Many Of Them Are On The Younger Side. No Doubt About It ⚪ Jeffrey Enjoys His Social Life." "Epstein likes to tell people that he's a loner, a man who's never touched alcohol or drugs, and one whose nightlife is far from energetic. And yet if you talk to Donald Trump, a different Epstein emerges. 'I've known Jeff for fifteen years. Terrific guy,' Trump booms from a speakerphone.
(2026-10-30). Hegseth Fires Pentagon's Top War Planner. popularresistance.org US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth ousted Army Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia, who was responsible for drafting military options for war against Iran, The Atlantic reported on 28 October. | Sylvia is the second officer dismissed from the Joint Staff's top strategy and planning post this year, and he was removed without explanation, with no replacement named. | The general's removal marks at least the 26th dismissal of a general or admiral since Hegseth assumed office in January 2025, and comes as US President Donald Trump weighs renewed escalation against Iran once the US midterm elections conclude on 3 November.
(2026-10-30). Broad international support for Cuba at the United Nations General Assembly. mronline.org 
The United Nations General Assembly has once again approved the resolution calling for an end to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba.
(2026-10-30). US Coast Guard Hijacks Two Ships Carrying Oil To Cuba. popularresistance.org The US Coast Guard announced on Friday that it had intercepted and seized two cargo ships carrying "illegal fuel" bound for Cuba, a measure taken as part of the fuel blockade imposed by Washington against Cuba with the aim of toppling its government. | The US Coast Guard stated in a press release that an approximately 91-meter-long container ship, named Grace, was detained on September 5 in the Caribbean Sea between Cuba and Mexico after it was suspected of using "dark fleet" tactics to avoid detection. | Although the US Coast Guard did not provide details about these tactics, ships can conceal their destination…
(2026-10-30). Expansion of 'Yellow Line' forcing Palestinians out of their homes. mronline.org 
Israeli occupation's Yellow Line expansion is forcing Palestinian families to relocate and restricting access to homes, farmland, and essential services, the Gaza Rights Center warns.
(2026-10-30). Thursday 11/5: Making a Killing: How the West Profits from Slaughter in Gaza & Yemen. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/makingakilling…
(2026-10-30). Five Lessons Brazil Has Taught The International Left. popularresistance.org On Oct. 25, Brazil's electoral court declared Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva re-elected with 51.79% to Flávio Bolsonaro's 48.21%, a margin of about 4.4 million votes. Three weeks earlier, he had trailed by 2,224,965 votes, and no candidate since direct elections returned in 1989 had ever overturned a first-round defeat. | There are some important lessons to learn. | The first lesson is that empire can be refused. Last December, the United States National Security Strategy proclaimed a "Trump Corollary" to the Monroe Doctrine. In Venezuela, it meant force. In Argentina, Trump said of Javier Milei: "If he loses, we are…
(2026-10-30). Venezuela's Machado lauds Trump for 'freedom', urges 2027 elections. aljazeera.com Nobel winner returns to Venezuela from exile, urging elections and criticising a controversial US oil deal with Caracas.
(2026-10-30). Venezuela: Frequently asked questions about our work on detention. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Britain must sanction Israel, not just its settlers. aljazeera.com Israeli forces detained our parliamentary delegation and barred us from the West Bank. The violence is state policy.
(2026-10-30). UK Pushes Bulgaria to Sell Lukoil Refinery to British-Linked Buyer. bylinetimes.com The UK Government is pushing its Bulgarian counterpart to sell the biggest refinery in the Balkans, owned by Russian energy giant Lukoil, to a buyer connected to London and Washington, according to several letters seen by Byline Times. | As the US and the Kremlin discuss the future of Lukoil and its foreign assets, the UK Government has quietly sought to steer one of Lukoil's biggest EU assets into the hands of a British-linked buyer. | With its vast business footprint, Lukoil has long been, and remains, a soft power tool for Russia. The potential sale of Lukoil's global assets has become a key part of the neg…
(2026-10-30). Reform UK Named 'Authoritarian-Leaning' Party in Index of Far-Right Cooperation Across Europe. bylinetimes.com Reform UK has been branded "authoritarian-leaning" in a report by an international non-profit group that includes renowned academics, a former US General, and ex-diplomats on its advisory board. | A paper from Action for Democracy, the 'Authoritarian Collaboration Index', finds authoritarian-leaning parties in European democracies — including Reform UK and France's National Rally — are increasingly coordinating across borders on policy in advance of winning office. | The report, which is underpinned by a live dataset created from 600 million articles, analyses, press releases, communiqués, conferen…
(2026-10-30). UAE's Candidate for Top UN Post, Lana Nusseibeh, Lobbied for Epstein Associate. bylinetimes.com Every candidate for UN Secretary-General should be vetted against archives such as the Epstein files, the millions of pages of documents on the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein released by the US Department of Justice. A review of this kind would reveal how ties to controversial figures begin, how they evolve and what they were meant to secure. | The Epstein files expose a disturbing cross-section of the global elite — from chief executives, presidents and prime ministers to royals, academics, celebrities and spiritual leaders — and, despite extensive redactions, lay bare the moral compr…
(2026-10-30). Australia's "Antisemitism Envoy" Says The Pro-Palestine Left Are The Real Nazis. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Australia's "antisemitism envoy" Jillian Segal
(2026-10-30). Capital B Welcomes Four New Members to Its Board of Directors. capitalbnews.org 
We're thrilled to welcome four new members to the Capital B board of directors: Garrison Hayes, Michael D. Bolden, Isis Dallis, and Jennair Rennie bring deep experience in journalism, digital storytelling, organizational strategy, and finance. Each offers expertise and perspective that will strengthen Capital B's mission to connect Black audiences with news and civic information …
(2026-10-30). USDA Plans $8 Billion Relief Package for Farmers, but Some Say It's a Little Too Late. capitalbnews.org 
During this planting session, farmer Jay Huggins didn't have much to complain about. The 37-year-old row crop farmer planted his corn and soybeans with minimal challenges. He didn't battle drought or excessive weather conditions on his 1,000-acre farm in Okolona, Mississippi. His harvest this year didn't leave him "in the red." "The fields I've been …
(2026-10-30). Facing subpoenas, pro-Palestine activists refuse to testify in Fergie fishing expedition. thegrayzone.com A pair of activists subpoenaed by Trump's Justice Department have announced their refusal to cooperate with investigators on an apparent legal fishing expedition into pro-Palestine donor Fergie Chambers. They call potential imprisonment "a cheap price to pay for the defense of our movement." Read The Grayzone's first exclusive report on the subpoenas here. Two pro-Palestine activists who were issued subpoenas by the Federal Bureau of Investigation have publicly pledged not to cooperate with prosecutors seeking to force them to testify …
(2026-10-30). 50K Israelis join campaign calling for a government with Arab Parties. ummid.com Around 50,000 Israelis have joined a campaign calling for a new coalition government in Israel with the support from the Arab Parties.
(2026-10-30). 'Untrue, Fake': Sania Mirza's father on 'land donated for mosque' claims. ummid.com A day after ummid.com fact checked the social media posts claiming Sania Mirza donated a land to build a mosque, her father confirmed what our analysis had established.
(2026-10-30). Azam Khan, son Abdullah granted bail by High Court. ummid.com The Allahabad High Court Thursday October 29, 2026 granted bail to former Uttar Pradesh Minister and Ex-Rampur MP, Azam Khan and his son Abdullah Khan in dual PAN card case.
(2026-10-30). Malegaon Municipal Commissioner Ravindra Jadhav arrested on corruption charges. ummid.com Ravindra Jadhav, the Commissioner of Malegaon Municipal Corporation (MMC) since 2023, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on charges of bribery and corruption Wednesday October 29, 2026.
(2026-10-30). UGC NET Dec 2026: Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date of application for the UGC NET December 2026 exams.
(2026-10-30). Fact Check: Posts claiming Sania Mirza donated land to build mosque are fake. ummid.com Viral posts on different social media platforms claiming that Indian Tennis Star Sania Mirza has donated a land to build a mosque near her shopping mall after fact check analysis have turned out to be fake and untrue.
(2026-10-30). Spain: 64 killed in High Speed Train accident near Madrid. ummid.com At least 64 people have been killed and several others left injured after a high speed trai collided with the rear of another train near Madrid, the officials said.
(2026-10-30). Makkah Grand Mosque marks 100 years of Salah under one Imam. ummid.com Masjid al Haram, The Grand Mosque in Makkah, on Tuesday October 27, 2026 marked 100 years of offering Salah, daily obligatory prayers, under one Imam.
(2026-10-30). Jamiat Sadbhavana Manch Launches Community-Level Initiative to Promote Social Cohesion, Interfaith Harmony. ummid.com A Sadbhavana Sammelan organised by Jamiat Sadbhavana Manch, an initiative of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, in collaboration with Jamiat Ulama, Meerut City, was held on 26th October 2026 at the Chamber of Commerce, Bombay Bazaar in Meerut Cantt in Uttar Pradesh.
(2026-10-30). Arab parties emerge as King Maker in 2026 Israel elections. ummid.com With more than 50% of votes polled in the 2026 Israel elections Tuesday already been counted and no coalition reaching the halfway mark, Arab parties have emerged as the King Maker.
(2026-10-30). How to Read India's Latest Unemployment Rate? ummid.com The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report for 2025, released in March, puts India's unemployment rate at 3.1%, next to most large economies, that looks remarkable.
(2026-10-30). CIO Science Olympiad attracts 2,000 students in Madhya Pradesh. ummid.com A Science Olympiad was organized for the first time across various cities in Madhya Pradesh, drawing the participation of over 2,000 students from grades 6, 7 and 8.
(2026-10-30). Mid East Disruptions Inspire Creative Surge for UAE-based Indian Author. ummid.com While the ongoing flight disruptions across the Gulf region have left many travellers facing uncertainty and cancelled plans, some members of the UAE's creative community have turned the unexpected pause into a productive opportunity.
(2026-10-30). The Engineer's Widow: The Story of An Orphan Who Buried His Certificate. ummid.com The Engineer's Widow is not the story of an Engineer who could not find a job. It is the story of a boy who once stood at dawn before a circle of stones he was told was his father's grave.
(2026-10-30). JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Registration Begins: Imp Points to Note. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the online registration and application process of the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 from October 24, 2026, and here are the important points to remember.
(2026-10-30). Makkah Pact leaders in Tehran, Meet Iranian Leaders. ummid.com In what is seen as a dramatic development in the Middle East geopolitics, Makkah Defence Pact leaders Monday October 26, 2026 landed in Tehran and held a prolonged meeting with the Iranian leaders.
(2026-10-30). Brazil: Lula's Victory Despite US Meddling is Awesome. ummid.com In one of the most welcome news in recent times for democracy, Lula da Silva has achieved a great democratic victory in a keenly contested run off against Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, now serving 27 year jail term for coup attempt earlier against the incumbent president.
(2026-10-30). A Simple Nikah is Blessed Nikah: Bringing Down The Cost of Muslim Weddings. ummid.com Imams and community elders can help by praising simple weddings openly, conducting Nikahs, as the Sunnah of the Prophet Ô∑∫, in the masjid without fuss, and speaking about the Sunnah of the Walima in Friday sermons.
(2026-10-30). Minara to connect Muslim entrepreneurs in India. ummid.com The focus of Minara Chamber of Commerce and Industries' meeting held in Mahabalipuram was how to tap millions of opportunity that exists in the different business domain in India and abroad, and how Minara can help them in connecting them for the growth of Indian Muslim entrepreneurs.
(2026-10-30). Why Rahul Gandhi needs to do more to defeat the RSS-BJP combine. ummid.com Whether Rahul Gandhi will achieve his political objectives remains highly debatable, as his path depends on shifting coalition dynamics, public sentiment and the electoral strength of the BJP.
(2026-10-30). Crowd Management: The Makkah Model. ummid.com Those, who have already performed Hajj, have personally seen the success, effectiveness and beauty of the Makkah Crowd Management Model, but the glimpses of this can also be experienced while in Makkah al Mukarramah for Umrah.
(2026-10-30). What ageing with HIV must not mean? ummid.com As long-term HIV survivors face stigma, fragmented healthcare and financial insecurity, community leaders call for a legally binding UN treaty that guarantees dignity, gender equality and government accountability for all older persons.
(2026-10-30). A Complete Parenting Guide to Raising Muslim Children in Non-Muslim Countries. ummid.com Read on as Adeel Ahmad Mustafai, a certified Qur'an teacher and founder of QuranlyHub, gives important parenting tips to raising Muslim children in non-Muslim countries.
(2026-10-30). Back to commentary on the war. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-10-30). How one Haitian entrepreneur found success by supporting all things local. globalvoices.org 
(2026-10-30). UAE-Eurasian Trade Deal Enters Force, Opening a New Corridor Between Gulf and Eurasia. infobrics.org
(2026-10-30). BRICS Pay to Start Testing Corporate Settlements in Second Half of 2027. infobrics.org Banks will be responsible for currency operations and their control…
(2026-10-30). BRICS Needs to Address CBAM Consequences. infobrics.org
(2026-10-30). Ukraine continues recruiting people with disabilities. infobrics.org Kiev regime recently recruited a blind man in Odessa.
(2026-10-30). Europe pushes for technological autonomy after Starlink restrictions on Ukraine. infobrics.org Vance criticizes European reliance on American technology.
(2026-10-30). Why Marx's theory of value is of value to workers today: Commodities, fetishism and labour-power. links.org.au 
Karl Marx's theory of value is relevant not only to understanding commodity exchange but how formal freedom coexists with economic compulsion and why production for profit conflicts with human needs, explains Raju J Das.
(2026-10-30). A victory for student populism: Elite conflict and Serbia's future. links.org.au 
The nature of the Student List's victory in Serbia's parliamentary elections and the country's political future are difficult to grasp through conventional categories, writes Srđan Atanasovski.
(2026-10-30). The AI-energy-fascism nexus. mronline.org 
On the value of knowing your enemy through their alliances.
(2026-10-30). Donald Sassoon: Changing the Guard. newleftreview.org Two years after an electoral landslide swept him into Number Ten, Keir Starmer has been ousted by his own MPs, as Andrew Burnham becomes the UK's sixth prime minister since Brexit. Analysis of the causes—political, economic, ideological, social—behind Westminster's latest coup.
(2026-10-30). Benjamin Kunkel: The New National Question. newleftreview.org As globalization stalls, what possibilities might national-economic policy open up for the left? Benjamin Kunkel weighs the claims of its Marxist, Polanyian and psychoanalytic interpreters, asking whether the re-politicization of the economy might be joined to a renewed internationalism, adequate to ecological crisis.
(2026-10-30). Perry Anderson: Introduction: Correspondence with Carlo Ginzburg. newleftreview.org
(2026-10-30). Carlo Ginzburg & Perry Anderson: Correspondence. newleftreview.org The death of Carlo Ginzburg in Bologna this June has robbed intellectual history of one of its most original practitioners. Perry Anderson, a colleague and friend, introduces the first of a two-part selection of exchanges between them, ranging across politics, war, religion, philology, history.
(2026-10-30). Ilya Budraitskis: People Who Think Differently. newleftreview.org Ilya Budraitskis on Benjamin Nathans, To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause. Compelling account of the friendship networks of 1960s Russian human-rights activists, singled out from the more heterogeneous world of late-Soviet opposition.
(2026-10-30). Julian Stallabrass: Ultra-Processed Images. newleftreview.org Julian Stallabrass on Trevor Paglen, How to See Like a Machine. An American artist documents and explores the arrival of the automated image world, from psyops to algorithmic persuasion.
(2026-10-30). On Google Killing 400,000 Trees to Build Data Centers in Finland. orinocotribune.com By Caitlin Johnstone — Oct 27, 2026 I don't know who first coined the saying "If the penalty is a fine, then it's legal for rich people," but it certainly applies here. That story about Google killing hundreds of thousands of trees in Finland for its data center project is such a perfect microcosm of …
(2026-10-30). From The Docks To The Seas October 30: International Dockworkers' Strike. popularresistance.org In an unprecedented convergence of maritime labor and civil resistance, the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) will officially join forces with dockworkers, seafarers, and port workers worldwide for a massive International Day of Action on 30 October 2026. | First launched under the Istanbul Declaration, the mobilization has rapidly transformed into a global movement. The strike now encompasses over 100 core Mediterranean and European ports, with the participating network expanding by the day to include major global logistics hubs, from Oakland and San Francisco in the U.S. to Tangier, Mumbai, and across Sweden.
(2026-10-30). Black People To March On The White House. popularresistance.org On Saturday, October 31, the Black is Back Coalition for Social Justice, Peace and Reparations will lead a march from Malcolm X Park to the White House to demand reparations. The march will be preceded by a gathering on Friday, October 30 at One DC Black Workers Center, and followed by a conference on Sunday, November 1 at Arlington Court Suites Hotel. | The 3-day mobilization marks the 25-year anniversary of the 2001 United Nations World Conference against Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance, held in Durban, South Africa. At that historic conference, the nations of the world resolve…
(2026-10-30). Exorcising AI: The Ghost In The Machine Is White 'Supremacy'. popularresistance.org While discussing the real threats associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and why organizations and the masses should not be using the technology with a former comrade, they accused me of acting "morally superior" for referring to AI as a tool of white "supremacy." I have never quite understood why people who accuse other people of being "morally superior" believe such a claim to be insulting or castigating. What's the alternative – morally inferior, morally neutral? Moral superiority should be the collective goal and not conflated with being sanctimonious – but that discussion is for another piece and anoth…
(2026-10-30). Supreme Court Bars Judges From Pausing Deportations During Appeals. popularresistance.org The Supreme Court stripped immigration judges of the ability to pause certain deportation proceedings on Tuesday, declining to block a deal slammed as "egregious collusion" between the Justice Department and the state of Texas. | The unsigned order on Tuesday halts the practice known as "administrative closure," which allows judges to pause deportation cases. The practice affects thousands of cases a year, and has been granted 360,000 times since 1990, according to statistics by the Executive Office for Immigration Review. | The procedure clears a judge's dockets while other circumstances surrounding the migrant…
(2026-10-30). Despite Winning 19 Knesset Seats, Arabs Citizens Wonder if It's Enough To Oust Netanyahu. portside.org Despite Winning 19 Knesset Seats, Arabs Citizens Wonder if It's Enough To Oust Netanyahu |
(2026-10-30). We Know What You're Against. What Are You For? portside.org We Know What You're Against. What Are You For? |
(2026-10-30). ICE Is Running One of the Largest Anti-Left Surveillance Operations in US History. portside.org ICE Is Running One of the Largest Anti-Left Surveillance Operations in US History |
(2026-10-30). The Question Before Los Angeles Isn't Whether To Have a Socialist Mayor. portside.org The Question Before Los Angeles Isn't Whether To Have a Socialist Mayor |
(2026-10-30). Trump wants Myanmar's rare earths. He's talking to the wrong people. responsiblestatecraft.org The Trump administration is carrying out a major shift in U.S. policy toward Myanmar.After the
(2026-10-30). Why is the Navy spending $19 billion on 'flying gas stations'? responsiblestatecraft.org The Bunker
(2026-10-30). Reject the AUKUS death machine, join the fight for the future. socialist-alliance.org 
Labor has fallen in with US President Donald Trump's rampage across the world, making it more urgent to replace capitalism with a society based on human solidarity, argues Sam Wainwright.
(2026-10-30). 'Rats run away': Facing criminal probe, Flávio Bolsonaro flees Brazil to U.S. after loss to Lula. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-30). Comprehensive sovereignty is the major challenge of the 2026 Russia-Africa Summit. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-30). The Ukraine war's end will mark the death of U.S.-led Western hegemony. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-30). Fair Play nach geopolitischem Willen. Wie der Sport zum Instrument gegen Russland wurde. strategic-culture.su Auf den ersten Blick hat diese Geschichte weder mit Deutschland noch mit Europa besonders viel zu tun. Am 31. Oktober beginnen in Dakar die Olympischen Jugendspiele, zum ersten Mal àºberhaupt findet damit eine olympische Veranstaltung auf afrikanischem Boden statt. Doch tatsà§chlich zeigt gerade Dakar ein weiteres Feld der europà§ischen Konfrontation mit Russland — eines, das mit Sport im eigentlichen Sinne und mit den viel beschworenen Prinzipien des ‚ÄûFair Play" inzwischen nur noch wenig zu tun hat.
(2026-10-30). Brexit debate revisited in the UK. uwidata.com By Tolga Di≈üàßi Brexit has once again moved up the political agenda in the UK. Its economic and political consequences are being debated anew. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has joined the debate, saying that Brexit "has harmed the UK's economic growth." He criticised the promises made during the 2016 Brexit campaign that "we would take …
(2026-10-30). In final push of Pennsylvania's governor race, Stacy Garrity goes all in on skill games and raises millions from the industry. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Pennsylvania's long-running dispute over skill games resurfaced during the governor's Oct. 7 debate. Incumbent Gov. Josh Shapiro defended his efforts to legalize the video slot-like machines found in bars, gas stations and corner stores as well as his proposal to tax them at a rate of 52%. | "I've been consistent on this issue for the last four years," Shapiro said. "I would drive those dollars into the general fund and then use a core chunk of that to fund mass transit…
(2026-10-30). The Ghost in the Machine: When Tech Seems to Have a Mind of Its Own. whyy.org Sometimes, it can feel like tech has a mind of its own — from the smart speaker that suddenly starts laughing, to the chatbots that say oddly human things. On this episode, stories about "the ghost in the machine." We investigate why a strange man's name kept appearing in our show transcripts, learn about the long history of tech in horror, and hear the spooky story of an AI agent that went rogue.
(2026-10-30). Despite Trump's 'shield' right-wing govts line up to congratulate Lula. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-10-30). Mario del Pero: Polarity's Dialectician. newleftreview.org Mario del Pero on Anders Stephanson, American Imperatives. Critical reflections on the Cold War as a strategy of US power-projection, from its preeminent historiographical iconoclast.
(2026-10-30). Musk o Trump? Chi decide su Starlink all'Ucraina. strategic-culture.su Il 24 ottobre, l'Ucraina ha annunciato che i suoi sistemi Starlink e Starshield erano di nuovo pienamente operativi dopo oltre una settimana di restrizioni. Nello specifico, il Ministero della Difesa ucraino ha rilevato che la connessione è tornata stabilmente a velocità superiori a 400 km/h, a fronte dei 160 km/h a cui era precipitata giorni prima. | La limitazione, hanno spiegato diversi funzionari ucraini, aveva compromesso la capacità ucraina di intercettare i droni russi in fase di attacco, costringendo le forze armate di Kiev ad annullare alcune operazioni già pianificate.
(2026-10-29). Se il conflitto termina, quale destino per la classe dirigente europea ? La vigilia di un disastro per una elite al potere da una generazione. strategic-culture.su In un certo senso Mosca sta facendo qualcosa che la società europea non puà≤ fare da sola: mettere alle strette la sua classe dirigente, farla venire allo scoperto e ridicolizzarla costringendola a mettersi a confronto coi propri limiti, ad uscire dalla propria torre d'avorio ed infine a ridefinire un'identità — quella europea — in dubbio da quasi 80 anni.
(2026-10-30). Rediscovering household farming to improve South Africa's food security. sanews.gov.za Rediscovering household farming to improve South Africa's food security | By David Jacobs | South Africa faces a troubling contradiction. Despite having a productive agricultural sector and food available through domestic production and imports, many households still struggle to access adequate food. ⚪ According to Statistics South Africa's 2025 General Household Survey, 22% of households considered their access to food inadequate or severely inadequate. The survey also found that 14.7% of individuals experienced hunger in 2025. These figures highlight a persistent challenge: the availability of food in the co…
(2026-10-30). Work on Mamelodi Magistrate's Court construction resumes. sanews.gov.za Work on Mamelodi Magistrate's Court construction resumes | Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson and Deputy Chief Justice Dustin Mlambo on Thursday conducted an oversight visit to the Mamelodi Magistrate's Court construction project in Pretoria. ⚪ This was as work at the site resumed following delays. ⚪ The delays left the facility incomplete and unable to serve its intended purpose. Planning for the project began in 2007, and the original construction contract was awarded in 2013, with completion initially expected in 2016. ⚪ Construction mafia-led stoppages and poor contractor performance…
(2026-10-30). NPA clinches R99 million freezing order. sanews.gov.za NPA clinches R99 million freezing order | The National Prosecuting Authority's (NPA) Asset Forfeiture Unit in Mpumalanga has obtained a provisional freezing order over assets currently estimated at R99 million, linked to a taxi tycoon and others alleged to be involved in organised criminal activities, including extortion. | The order was obtained in the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court, Middelburg, in terms of section 26 of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act 121 of 1998 (POCA). | "The order emanates from ongoing investigations by [police] into alleged criminal activities involving extortion and related o…
(2026-10-30). Two in hot water over rental vehicle smuggling. sanews.gov.za Two in hot water over rental vehicle smuggling | Two suspects are expected to appear in court after two fraudulently obtained, high-value rental vehicles were intercepted by the Border Management Authority (BMA) at the Kosi Bay Port of Entry in KwaZulu-Natal. ⚪ In a statement on Friday, the BMA said the vehicles were to be smuggled into Mozambique. ⚪ "The operation, which took place on Thursday, 29 October 2026, demonstrates the importance of effective vigilance on vehicle tracking and cooperation between the BMA and vehicle rental companies in preventing the illegal movement of vehicles across South Africa's b…
(2026-10-30). The District Development Model: Cutting through silos, driving local growth. sanews.gov.za The District Development Model: Cutting through silos, driving local growth | By Khaye Nkwanyana | When President Cyril Ramaphosa initiated a new, coordinated, single-planning dispensation in intergovernmental relations—the District Development Model (DDM) — in 2019, many critics rejected it as nothing more than another layer of coordinating structures. They argued that it risked duplicating existing systems and undercutting local government autonomy without solving core administrative weaknesses. ⚪ Related to this was the argument that municipal failures stem from weak governance, corruption and a l…
(2026-10-30). Chikunga calls for increased investment in the care economy. sanews.gov.za Chikunga calls for increased investment in the care economy | Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has called for increased investment in Africa's care economy, saying it could boost employment, grow economies and advance gender equality. ⚪ Marking the International Day of Care and Support on Thursday, Chikunga said investment in care services and infrastructure is essential to addressing the disproportionate burden of unpaid care carried by women and girls while creating decent work opportunities. ⚪ "Care is not a cost to be deferred. It is the foundation…
(2026-10-30). Maruleng to get new police station. sanews.gov.za Maruleng to get new police station | The Deputy Minister of Police, Cassel Mathale, will today preside over a sod-turning ceremony ahead of the construction of the Maruleng Police Station in the Mopani District in Limpopo. ⚪ "The construction of a fully-fledged police station signifies the South African Police Service's (SAPS) ongoing efforts to invest in community safety and policing infrastructure. The ceremony further illustrates SAPS's commitment to bringing frontline service delivery closer to the communities it serves and protects with dignity," the police said ahead of Friday's ceremony. ⚪ The Deputy Min…
(2026-10-30). SA ready for AGOA eligibility decision. sanews.gov.za SA ready for AGOA eligibility decision | South Africa is ready for the outcome of the United States' (US) annual review of its eligibility for African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) benefits, with Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau saying the economy will remain stable and exporters will continue trading regardless of the decision. | The US is expected to announce its decision on South Africa's eligibility for AGOA benefits for 2027 on 2 November 2026. | AGOA provides eligible sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free access to the US market for more than 1 800 products, in addition to the m…
(2026-10-30). Minister Pule leads Active Ageing Programme. sanews.gov.za Minister Pule leads Active Ageing Programme | The rights, dignity, and well-being of older persons will come to the fore as Social Development Minister Dina Pule leads the Active Ageing Programme at Dr Petrus Rantlai Molemela Stadium in Bloemfontein, Free State, today. ⚪ Guided by the Older Persons Act 13 of 2006, the National Development Plan, the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing and the United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing, the programme seeks to promote healthy ageing, positive lifestyles, social cohesion and intergenerational solidarity. ⚪ The two-day programme, taking place from 30 to 31 Oc…
(2026-10-30). Australian court rejects 'mushroom murderer' Erin Patterson's appeal. aljazeera.com Court rules Patterson will spend the rest of her life behind bars after denying parole.
(2026-10-30). Philippines raises alert as Mayon Volcano erupts. aljazeera.com The Philippines' Mayon Volcano has erupted, sending ash plumes 3,000 metres above its summit.
(2026-10-30). AI's real bottleneck is electricity. Who will pay for it? aljazeera.com
(2026-10-30). How Israel choked off Hebron at 10 entrances, as 5,000 forced to flee. aljazeera.com Our analysis exposes the heavy humanitarian and economic toll of the military siege suffocating Palestinians in Hebron.
(2026-10-30). UK denies entry to Swedish academic due to speak at Palestine event. aljazeera.com Home Office cancels Andreas Malm's planned travel to the UK, saying his presence 'not conducive to the public good'.
(2026-10-30). Survivors of Spain's worst train crashes urge action after latest disaster. aljazeera.com As people suffering post-traumatic stress watch history repeat itself, experts call for investment in safety.
(2026-10-30). US midterms: 4 days to go — What the polls say as Trump cancels two rallies. aljazeera.com Trump cancels Kansas and Iowa rallies, opting for telephone events across nearly 20 states over the weekend.
(2026-10-30). US judge blocks Trump's Medicaid rule forcing ill to prove impairment. aljazeera.com
(2026-10-30). 'You look like hell', Trump lashes out at reporter in tarmac tirade. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump has lashed out at a reporter's appearance.
(2026-10-30). Israeli actress slams occupation in accidental 'hot mic' moment. aljazeera.com Veteran Israeli actress Chelli Goldenberg was left shocked after she was caught ripping into Israel's policies.
(2026-10-30). Why are Detroit gas stations selling discounted fuel in Trump's name? aljazeera.com Gas stations promoted by President Trump are selling discounted fuel in Detroit as Americans grapple with rising prices.
(2026-10-30). Husband of one of Modi's closest advisors questions election integrity. aljazeera.com The husband of India's finance minister in the Modi government has joined mass protests against voter-list revision.
(2026-10-30). Netanyahu attacks Israel's Arab parties as he falls short of majority. aljazeera.com Israel's Prime Minister accused Palestinian-Israeli parties of election fraud.
(2026-10-30). Salvadoran ex-president Saca released after 10-year sentence for corruption. aljazeera.com Elias Antonio Saca confessed to diverting more than $300m in public funds during his presidency and accepted a plea barg…
(2026-10-30). Trump administration renews bid to block Alaska election results. aljazeera.com The updated lawsuit cites a new report that Democratic operatives recruited a competitor to confuse voters.
(2026-10-30). Ethiopia border clashes leave families hungry and homeless in Kenya. aljazeera.com Fighting over disputed land and water in Ethiopia's Moyale border region has driven thousands of people into Kenya.
(2026-10-30). EU force helicopter crash kills four in Bosnia. aljazeera.com EUFOR confirms CH-47 Chinook helicopter crash in Bosnia, with four Italian nationals confirmed dead.
(2026-10-30). Trump cancels Iowa, Kansas midterm events, opts for 'tele-rallies'. aljazeera.com The Republican National Committee has announced broadcasts in nearly 20 states after Trump nixes final rallies.
(2026-10-30). Armenian parliament turns into a boxing ring, third time in a month. aljazeera.com Armenia's parliament descended into fisticuffs after a ruling-party MP mocked the opposition leader's family.
(2026-10-30). Binance says $6.3bn stolen in biggest crypto heist in history. aljazeera.com
(2026-10-30). Netanyahu bloc finishes ahead in Israel vote, but well short of majority. geo.tv Israeli Prime Minister and Likud party leader Benjamin Netanyahu gestures as he reacts to exit polls at his party headquarters during Israel's national election in Jerusalem on October 28, 2026. — ReutersOct 27 election ended in deadlock; Netanyahu to stay on in caretaker role.Arab…
(2026-10-30). Four dead, 11 injured in helicopter crash in Bosnia, says Italy. geo.tv The site of the crash of a ICH-47 Chinook helicopter belonging to the Italian contingent of the European Union Force Althea mission, near the village of Gorice, in Brcko District, Bosnia and Herzegovina, October 29, 2026. — Reuters Italy says 15 people were aboard helicopter when…
(2026-10-30). Critic of Mali's Junta Forcibly Disappeared Six Months On. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Lawyer and junta critic Mountaga Tall, Mali, 2025. | © Private | Six months after their abductions, Mountaga Tall, an outspoken critic of Mali's junta, and his son, Cheick Mamadou Tall, remain missing, their fate unknown, and the Malian authorities silent. Every day that passes without news raises fears for their safety and deepens their family's anguish.Unidentified gunmen abducted Tall in Bamako, Mali's capital, on May 2. Tall's son went missing on May 16 after receiving a call informing him that he could deliver belongings to his father, who was reportedly being held at an undis…
(2026-10-30). Benin: Supporting market gardening cooperatives to cope with climate hazards and insecurity. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). COP31: The ICRC's call to strengthen climate action and finance to reach people in conflict settings. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). UN Security Council: ICRC statement in the open debate on women, peace and security. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Statement on nuclear weapons to the UN General Assembly's First Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Sudan: Aerial attacks on populated areas are endangering civilian lives. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Dnipro: improving continuity of care for prisoners of war through coordination. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Egypt: ICRC and Al-Azhar University Discuss Common Humanitarian Principles in International Humanitarian Law and Islamic Law. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Ethiopia: ICRC responds to humanitarian needs amid renewed hostilities in the north. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Ukraine: Letters from families to prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Yemen: ICRC supports release of 159 detainees in Sana'a. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Counterterrorism, IHL and the role of military police. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). National Society Investment Alliance announces 2026 grants to 18 Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Nigeria: ICRC-supported health facilities see 18 per cent rise in malnutrition cases. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Statement on universal jurisdiction to the UN General Assembly's Sixth Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Donetsk: The quiet that conflict takes away. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Statement to the UN General Assembly's First Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Second international expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Yemen: Health system faces mounting pressure as fighting intensifies. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Nigeria: A day in the life of a nutritionist on the frontline against hunger. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Middle East: ICRC president calls for de-escalation and protection of civilians. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Tree of Solidarity: A Tribute to Humanitarian Workers. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). First to Arrive, Last to Leave: Stories from Iran's Red Crescent Responders. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). ICRC president underscores role of international humanitarian law as foundation for global peace and stability in Audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican and President Mattarella in Rome. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Launching Black Onions, a list of anarchist and anti-authoritarian onion websites. indybay.org We are pleased to announce the launch of Black Onions, a new initiative meant to provide a stable and regularly updated list of anarchist and anti-authoritarian onion websites. Onion websites are websites accessible using Tor Browser through addresses ending in ".onion".
(2026-10-30). Tuesday 11/3: Virtual Phonebank for Angie Nixon. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/angieforflorida/event/10……
(2026-10-30). SFSU UAW 4123 & CSUUE Workers Speak Out About Their Demands At SF State Rally. indybay.org SFSU UAW 4123 &CSUUE Workers Spoke Out About Their Demands At SF State Rally To Support A Strike on October 28. 2026…
(2026-10-30). 2026 Winter National Immigrant Solidarity Network News Alert! indybay.org Immigration on State Ballots: What's at Stake for the Midterms…
(2026-10-30). Tuesday 11/3: Virtual Phonebank for Abdul. indybay.org Online | go.abdulforsenate.com/phonebank…
(2026-10-30). Thursday 11/5: Palestine Working Group. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/pal_working_group…
(2026-10-30). In a Country That Needs Heroes, Here Are a Few Standouts This Election Season. indybay.org In a play by Bertolt Brecht, the persecuted astronomer Galileo says: "Unhappy the land that needs heroes."
(2026-10-30). October 28, fire at the nuclear materials Savannah River Site. indybay.org Voters and the American public should be aware that the real enemy is all the cut backs on the oversight in nuclear weapons facilities and programs, including the cut backs of nuclear material security programs by the fascist convicted felon President Donald J. Trump regime, and his MAGA myrmidons!
(2026-10-30). Nurses Rally to Protect Patients and Our Vote. indybay.org The demands: Count every vote, Abolish ICE, Purge Palantir, Medicare for all…
(2026-10-30). Sunday 11/15: Voices from the Holy Land Online Film Salon: "Weaponizing Water to Erase Palestine" indybay.org Zoom | tinyurl.com/VFHL-November2026…
(2026-10-30). "Get Ready To Strike!" SF State CFA, UAW, IBT, CSUE & APC Members Fed Up With Chancellor. indybay.org SF State trade unionists and student rallied and marched to the administration building. They also announced that they are preparing for. strike to shutdown the University for living wages and against union busting.
(2026-10-30). Breaking Out of the Dark Triad's War Doom Loop. indybay.org War is in the DNA of predatory economic systems; it is time to advance to a peaceful society of equals.
(2026-10-30). Thursday 11/5: The Clift Hotel's Legendary Redwood Room Continues Free Live Jazz Programming. indybay.org 495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-10-30). Saturday 10/31: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Meet at Inspiration Point parking area at Wildcat Canyon Road, Orinda, CA‚ÄØ94563…
(2026-10-30). New Book "J'Accuse…!" Makes the Case for Trying Donald J. Trump Under International Law. indybay.org "J'Accuse…! Donald J. Trump and the Nuremberg Legacy" by journalist and historian Martin Edwin Andersen is out now from Vos Estis Press, with a foreword by Norman Stockwell, publisher of The Progressive. Its twenty chapters set out the documented case that a sitting U.S. president's conduct belongs before an international court. Its companion, "The Kissinger Exception," is coming in the Fall/Winter 2026 (A Contracorriente / UNC Press).
(2026-10-30). Saturday 11/28: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-10-30). Sunday 11/8: Community Clothing Swap. indybay.org St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 3281 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94110 – Free…
(2026-10-30). Ashcelerating Hawaii, Yellowstone, Iceland, Sicily — On The Primeval Equator?! indybay.org This also includes the tectonic rift zone of the Great African Rift Valley, the La-Nina/El Niño region, and clusters of volcanic islands near Madagascar and New Zealand. Furthermore, it quaintly encompasses both of Earth's magnetic poles. All of these lie along diameter circle of the globe, almost evenly — like the 12 stars on the flag of the European Union. Could this be the Seal Imprint of God? Take a classroom globe and a piece of string. See for yourself!
(2026-10-30). Report From Minneapolis Battle Against ICE Occupation & CFA President Margarita Berta Avil. indybay.org
(2026-10-30). Wednesday 10/28: SFSU Unions Rally For Contracts, APC, IBT, CSUEU, CFA & UAW. indybay.org Malcom X Plaza | SFSU | 19th Ave & Holloway St.
(2026-10-30). Friday 10/30: Election Defense Training & Voter Education – Join Radical Legacy of MLK Jr Direct Action. indybay.org The Laney College Bistro – Room E-107 | 900 Fallon St, | Oakland, CA 94607 | Pizza and beverages will be provided…
(2026-10-30). Wednesday 11/11: Reclaim Armistice Day. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center | 1364 Freemont Blvd | Seaside, Ca…
(2026-10-30). A Plague of Kings amid Climate Breakdown. juancole.com
(2026-10-30). Binance hit by biggest cyber attack, deposits back, withdrawals still paused; $6.3 billion at risk. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, is dealing with what could be the biggest cyber attack the industry has seen. The company says assets worth around $6.3 billion may be affected. If that holds, it would be far bigger than the Bybit theft of nearly $1.5 billion in 2025, which was the largest known case so far.On Friday, Binance said deposits are working normally again. Withdrawals are still on hold while its team rebuilds the security of the withdrawal system and the addresses linked to it. The exchange expects to restart them within 48 hours. It also said the attack had more than one ca…
(2026-10-30). "They're not focused on us. They focus on war" —Victorian workers and youth speak on election. wsws.org "I will not be voting Labor as I have since I was 18 and since I started voting 40 years ago. There's not enough help for the people." — Afrah, aged care worker…
(2026-10-30). Australia: Queensland government intensifies Labor's anti-strike laws. wsws.org The Queensland bill aligns closely with the federal Labor government's anti-strike Fair Work Act, which also contains vast ministerial powers to ban or shut down industrial action.
(2026-10-30). German Chancellor Merz tours East Asia in search of war partners. wsws.org The focus was on so-called 'de-risking'—opening up new markets and investment opportunities to replace the deteriorating economic relations with China and, though this is less openly discussed, to curb US influence.
(2026-10-30). Residents in working-class Hutt South speak to SEG on NZ elections. wsws.org "I don't think our government can actually see what everyone has to fight for on a daily basis. People are begging on the streets in order to live."
(2026-10-30). Spanish train crash at Urda: The fraud of "human error" and the case for workers' power. wsws.org The Urda crash exposes capitalism's subordination of basic requirements of social life to private profit and makes an unanswerable case for socialist policies placing the railways, and the economy as a whole, under the democratic control of the working class.
(2026-10-30). Flooding in Thailand is continuing while survivors struggle to get aid. wsws.org Weeks after flooding devastated areas of the country, working people confront financial crises as a result of the cumbersome and inadequate government compensation system.
(2026-10-30). Half of US workers go without needed care even before Trump Medicaid cuts take effect January 1. wsws.org A Commonwealth Fund survey finds the working-age uninsured rate rose to 11.2 percent in 2026 and half of working-age adults went without needed care because of cost, before H.R. 1's Medicaid cuts begin in January.
(2026-10-30). After Mexican truckers launch national strike, trucking associations end stoppage through "dialogue tables" with government. wsws.org For just over a day, truckers blocked highways in 19 Mexican states against robbery, extortion and killings.
(2026-10-30). Finance capital's ultimatum to Lula in Brazil: Impose austerity or your victory "will turn to ashes" wsws.org The colossal power mobilized by finance capital and US imperialism poses before the Brazilian working class the question of who actually rules.
(2026-10-30). The political issues raised by the demand Canada's federal government nationalize Stelco. wsws.org Covering up the fact that a Canadian state takeover of one of the country's most important steel producers would serve the interests of the financial oligarchy in waging war and trade war, NDP leader Avi Lewis, USW Local 1005 President Ron Wells, and the pseudo-left Revolutionary Communist Party are backing the demand.
(2026-10-30). The Historical and International Foundations of the Socialist Equality Party (Canada): Part 1. wsws.org The Socialist Equality Party's founding congress, held in Montreal August 22-24, unanimously adopted the following comprehensive document outlining the party's historical and international foundations.
(2026-10-30). Bradford White workers: Reject the company-UAW "final offer!" Take the conduct of the strike into our own hands! wsws.org After failing to ram through a pro-company contract on October 23, the United Auto Workers bureaucracy is forcing workers to revote on the company's "last, best and final" this weekend.
(2026-10-30). German youth protests: Education, not war! Mobilize the working class against social cuts, conscription and the police state! wsws.org We are publishing here the statement of the International Youth and Students for Social Equality (IYSSE) on the nationwide youth protests on October 31, 2026.
(2026-10-30). Peter Gelb of the Met Opera continues his campaign for the proxy war in Ukraine. wsws.org Gelb has been in the forefront of the anti-Russian campaign ever since 2022.
(2026-10-30). US troops deploy to Colombia as Washington forges new Operation Condor across the Americas. wsws.org What is being presented to the world as a campaign against "narco-terrorism" is the construction of a hemispheric military apparatus, integrating the region's armed forces under US command.
(2026-10-30). Turkish opposition backs voters to reject government. al-monitor.com By Huseyin HayatseverIZMIR, Turkey, Oct 30 (Reuters) – When Turkey's opposition made big gains in local elections in March 2024, its leaders believed they had finally found a way to defeat long-serving President Tayyip Erdogan. More than two years later, the opposition's leading presidential challenger is in prison, its main party has been split by a court ruling and some of the opposition figures who were elected as mayors have defected to Erdogan's AK Party.
(2026-10-30). Dodging fuel price hikes, Damascus drivers turn to electric cars. al-monitor.com Taxi driver Mohammed Kanaan drives his shiny new electric car around Damascus's rundown streets, hoping for higher profits as spiking petrol prices made his old car too expensive to run. | He is among some in the Syrian capital who are steering towards electric cars ⚪ mostly Chinese-made ⚪ after repeated fuel shortages during the country's civil war and petrol price hikes, most recently due to the Middle East war.
(2026-10-30). Exclusive-Greek PM calls Turkey-Libya maritime deal calls for global truce after Black Sea attacks. al-monitor.com By Antoni SlodkowskiUNITED NATIONS, Oct 29 (Reuters) – Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday that the recently signed maritime deal between Libya's eastern ‚Äåparliament and Turkey was "blatantly illegal, null and void," adding that it "completely disregards the geography."Mitsotakis, speaking to Reuters as Greece ends its UN Security Council presidency, also called for an urgent "international truce" to protect shipping in the Black Sea after the sinking of a Greek-owned container vessel on Wednesday.
(2026-10-30). CENTCOM chief briefs Trump on Iran strike options. al-monitor.com It was not immediately clear following Trump's meeting with top defense officials whether he had decided to restart the war.
(2026-10-30). Egyptian man who fire-bombed pro-Israel rally in Colorado pleads guilty to federal hate crimes. al-monitor.com By Keith Coffman and Steve GormanDENVER, Oct 29 (Reuters) – The man who lobbed gasoline bombs at a pro-Israel rally in Colorado last year, injuring several people including a woman who later died, pleaded guilty on Thursday to federal hate-crime charges, theUS Department of Justice said.MohamedSabry Soliman, 47, an Egyptian national, is already serving a life sentence for his guilty plea in May to more than 100 state charges, including first-degree murder.
(2026-10-30). Senior US general fired, accused of leaking classified information. al-monitor.com By Phil StewartWASHINGTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) – Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired US Army Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia, a senior military planner on the Pentagon's Joint Staff, over accusations he leaked classified information to the public, officials said on Thursday.Sylvia's firing is one of thehighest-profile consequences to date from Hegseth's sweeping hunt for officials suspected of leaking information to the news media as the unpopular Iran war enters its ninth month.
(2026-10-30). hospitals buckle as fighting escalates. al-monitor.com TAIZ, Oct 29 (Reuters) – In a hospital in Yemen's Taiz, a 25-year-old pregnant mother of two lay immobilised after a bullet lodged in her spine while she was trapped inside her home without food or water for two days.The UN and aid agencies say health needs in the besieged city of Taiz are critical, amid acute shortages of medicine, oxygen, surgical gloves, anesthetic and fuel. Hospitals near Yemen's front lines are facing large influxes of patients, treating up to 700 war wounded in a single week, according to the Red Cross.
(2026-10-30). Greek PM calls for global maritime truce after Greek ship sunk in drone attack. al-monitor.com Oct 29 (Reuters) – Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called on Wednesday for a global maritime truce aftera drone attack sank a Greek container ship off Bulgaria, the latest of a series of strikeson ships in the western Black Sea this month.Speaking at a high-level debate of the Greek presidency of the UN Security Council on maritime security, Mitsotakis said commercial vessels must be able to navigate safely and freely even during times of conflict.
(2026-10-30). Mediators scramble to avert US-Iran fighting after midterm restraint fades. al-monitor.com Tehran has little incentive to make concessions that the Trump administration could tout as a win before next week's election.
(2026-10-30). US oil firm HKN aims to double output as it takes over Kurdish-run fields. al-monitor.com HKN Vice President Matthew Zais tells Al-Monitor the company plans to double production at Syria's northeastern oil fields while tackling pollution, as questions remain over the future of the Kurdish-run Jazira Oil Company.
(2026-10-30). Fujimori tours El Salvador mega-prison with hopes to build one in Peru. aljazeera.com Peru's President Keiko Fujimori has inspected El Salvador's mega-prison as she mulls a proposal to build one in Peru.
(2026-10-30). Somalia: As El Niño floods loom, millions could face further hardship and hunger. icrc.org
(2026-10-30). Dar, Singapore FM discuss promotion of bilateral cooperation in trade, investment. tribune.com.pk Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday held a meeting with Singapore's Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, discussing ways to further enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, connectivity and skills development while promoting business-to-business exchanges and people-to-people contacts, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said. | In a statement posted on X, MoFA said the "two ministers reviewed the longstanding and friendly relations between Pakistan and Singapore as the two countries mark 60 years of diplomatic relations." It added that FM Dar and Balakrishnan also…
(2026-10-30). US vice president rules out 'forever war' in Iran, says Trump will accomplish objectives. tribune.com.pk US Vice President JD Vance on Thursday ruled out the prospect of an endless war in Iran, expressing confidence that President Donald Trump would achieve the administration's objectives. | "There's a lot more we need to work on, but the one thing I'll tell you is, if you're worried about another forever war, Donald Trump is never going to let this be a forever war," Vance told Fox News. | He pointed to the difference between criticising foreign military misadventures and "saying that you can never ever use the American military." | "He's going to accomplish America's objectives, and then we're going to focus on…
(2026-10-30). Price-control system fails as food costs soar. tribune.com.pk Citizens have expressed concern over the persistent rise in food prices and the failure of the district administration to enforce official rates, saying essential commodities have become increasingly unaffordable for low-income households. | Citizens have accused price-control magistrates and the Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA) Force of failing to curb profiteering and alleged artificial inflation, despite government claims of measures to provide relief to the public. | Muhammad Ali, a shopper at the vegetable and fruit market in Ghulam Muhammadabad, said the rising cost of essential commodi…
(2026-10-30). Two held for assaulting sisters. tribune.com.pk Two men have been arrested in separate cases after being accused of sexually assaulting their sisters. | Sabzazar police arrested Ali after his sister accused him of repeatedly sexually assaulting her, including after her marriage four years ago. | The woman reportedly informed her mother about the abuse. Her mother tried to persuade the suspect to stop, but he continued the abuse, the complainant stated. | Police registered a case following another incident and arrested the suspect. He was handed over to the investigation wing. | In another case, Gujjarpura police arrested Umar who was accused of sexually ass…
(2026-10-30). Five killed as driver allegedly dozes off at wheel. tribune.com.pk At least five people were killed and more than 30 others injured when a passenger bus carrying over 65 people plunged into a stormwater drain near Fatteki Flyover in Hafizabad district, reportedly after the driver fell asleep at the wheel while driving at high speed. | According to Rescue 1122 officials, the passengers were travelling to Chenab Nagar in Chiniot district to attend a religious gathering when the accident occurred. | The bus reportedly went out of control near the flyover and fell into the drain. | The deceased were identified as Arslan, Muhammad Ali, Adil, Muhammad Muzakkar Mubeen and Muhammad A…
(2026-10-30). Pollution spikes in some areas. tribune.com.pk The metropolis continued to rank among the world's most polluted cities, with IQAir recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 298. | New Delhi ranked second with an AQI of 255. | According to Punjab's air quality monitoring data, Shahdara, Kahna Nau, Multan Road, Safari Park, GT Road, Gulberg III and Egerton Road recorded AQI levels of 500. | Dera Ghazi Khan, Kasur, Nankana Sahib and Rajanpur also reported readings of 500. | A report by the Pakistan Air Quality Initiative (PAQI) found that Lahore recorded an average PM2.5 concentration of 94.1 micrograms per cubic metre from October 1 to 27. Peshawar recorded 90…
(2026-10-30). CM hikes stroke care funding in Punjab. tribune.com.pk Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Thursday announced an additional allocation of Rs5 billion for stroke treatment. | Speaking at an event at the Punjab Institute of Neurosciences (PINS), the chief minister promised to establish stroke, cardiac, paediatric and cancer treatment facilities at every divisional headquarters across the province. | She also announced that heart transplant surgeries would begin soon at the Jinnah Institute of Cardiology. The chief minister said no stroke patient would be denied treatment due to shortage of funds, directing officials to inform her directly about any financia…
(2026-10-30). Motorists booked for mall drifting. tribune.com.pk Police registered a case against several motorists for performing drifting stunts in the basement of a shopping mall in the Defence area. | The case was registered at Defence B police station on the complaint of traffic police after videos of the stunts went viral on social media. The videos showed about 30 vehicles being driven recklessly near the mall, with several individuals, including Bilal Malik and Ghulam Murtaza, allegedly involved in drifting manoeuvres in the basement. | According to the complaint, the drivers engaged in speeding, zigzag driving and dangerous stunts, putting the lives and property of…
(2026-10-30). Importance of early detection of breast cancer highlighted. tribune.com.pk Syed Foundation, in collaboration with the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) Women's Commission and Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan, organised a Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar at the Pakistan American Cultural Center (PACC) on Wednesday. | The seminar, brought together healthcare professionals, athletes, and representatives of social welfare organisations to promote awareness about breast cancer, emphasised the importance of early detection, and encourage women to take preventive measures to protect their health. | Guest speaker Professor Dr Rufina Soomro highlighted the importance of breast cancer awareness, tim…
(2026-10-30). SHC seeks NAB probe update in investment fraud case. tribune.com.pk The constitutional bench of the Sindh High Court has directed the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) to submit a progress report on its investigation into an alleged investment fraud involving more than Rs15 billion within two weeks. The order was passed during the hearing of a contempt petition against the NAB chairman, the director general of NAB Karachi and others over the alleged large-scale fraud. | The DG NAB Karachi appeared before the court. NAB prosecutor Sadaf Rajput submitted that the case did not fall within NAB's jurisdiction under the relevant laws and had therefore been referred to the FIA.
(2026-10-30). Two held for involvement in child abuse case. tribune.com.pk The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested two suspects for their alleged involvement in sharing and selling videos depicting the sexual abuse of children during a crackdown on a suspected child pornography network in Karachi. | Two mobile phones were also seized. Investigations are under way against the arrested suspects, identified as Jazil Hassan and Afreen Khan. | Material allegedly recovered from them had also helped identify victims in Pakistan and abroad. Investigators had also uncovered the alleged use of videos and graphic material related to the sexual abuse of children, he sa…
(2026-10-29). The struggle for a new west asian order: The Forty-Fourth Newsletter (2026). mronline.org 
As Iran and Ansar Allah strain the U.S. security architecture in West Asia, regional powers are building new arrangements of their own, raising one central question: whose security do these arrangements serve?
(2026-10-29). Saudi Airstrikes on Two Homes in Yemen's Southwest Taiz Province Kill 12 Civilians. news.antiwar.com Saudi airstrikes hit homes in Yemen's southwestern Taiz province, killing at least 12 civilians, according to the Health Ministry within the Ansar Allah-led government, as the US-backed bombing campaign continues to have a devastating impact on Yemen's civilian population. The Health Ministry said that the strikes targeted two homes belonging to the families of Ibrahim …
(2026-10-29). Iran Says Four Tankers Hit Mines in the Strait of Hormuz. news.antiwar.com The Iranian military on Thursday claimed that four tankers had struck mines in or near the Strait of Hormuz, as the UK's Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that at least one tanker was attacked in the area. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy first said in a statement that three tankers traveling on an …
(2026-10-29). Araghchi: Iran Could Reopen Hormuz 'Within Days' if Its Conditions Accepted. orinocotribune.com Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is reviewing ideas that could ensure implementation of its seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in an even shorter timeframe and break the standoff with the United States. In a short post on his X account on Wednesday, Araghchi said Iran was willing to "give diplomacy a …
(2026-10-29). Qatar presents Iran with new draft deal to end ME war, Tehran calls ideas unacceptable. geo.tv Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meets with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Moscow, Russia, October 27, 2026. — ReutersNew proposal sets out confidence-building measures, says source.Iranian official says Tehran only received unacceptable ideas.Houthi attack on Saudi…
(2026-10-29). Could the path to US-Iran diplomacy run through Moscow? responsiblestatecraft.org During a meeting last week with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, Russian President Vladimir Putin
(2026-10-29). Houthis renewed missile attacks on Makkah, Madinah thwarted. ummid.com The Saudi Civil Defense authorities Saturday October 24, 2026 intercepted and destroyed missiles fired by Houthis near the Holy Sites miles away from the two sacred cities Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah.
(2026-10-29). Why is Egypt jumping into Houthi war? First, follow the money. responsiblestatecraft.org Egypt's parliament has
(2026-10-29). Govt charges disabled man with heavy lifting in Fairford 'plot'. skwawkbox.org 
The Fairford air base incident — considered by many to be a false flag to excuse greater UK collaboration in the US and Israel's war on Iran — has taken yet another bizarre turn. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has charged 24yo Mohamed Abdulkarim with loading three white vans seized near the base with metal …
(2026-10-29). CENTCOM Chief Briefs Trump on Options for Bombing Iran. news.antiwar.com Adm. Brad Cooper, head of US Central Command, visited the White House on Thursday to brief President Trump on military options for attacking Iran, The Wall Street Journal has reported. The meeting marks a rare in-person briefing between Trump and the CENTCOM chief, who is known to be supportive of restarting the bombing campaign. Reporting from Axios …
(2026-10-29). Senator Briefed on Trump's Iran War Plans Warns of "Devastating Escalation" truthout.org A senator who was briefed on President Donald Trump's plans to launch intense strikes on Iran after the midterm elections has warned that the attacks are slated to be so horrific that they will lead to the "destruction" of the U.S.'s "commitment to the rule of law." At an event hosted by the Middle East Institute on Wednesday, Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Connecticut), a member of the Senate Foreign… |
(2026-10-29). Ghalibaf Says No Progress in US Talks Unless Iran's 'Seven Conditions' Are Met. news.antiwar.com Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Thursday that there would be no progress in negotiations with the US until the US accepts Iran's "seven conditions," comments that come amid reports that US Vice President JD Vance has sent a message to Mogsen Rezaei, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. "Iran's conditions …
(2026-10-29). Bulldozers, glyphosate, white phosphorus: Israel's destruction of South Lebanon's olive groves. mondoweiss.net Lebanese farmers are losing their livelihood as Israeli forces uproot centuries-old trees, destroy olive groves, and demolish entire towns and villages, rendering them uninhabitable.
(2026-10-29). Photo Shows Israeli Soldier Posing in Front of Damaged Lebanese Church. news.antiwar.com Since invading Lebanon in early March, Israeli officials have tried to frame the war as primarily targeting Lebanon's Shi'ite population. From early on, the war was about destroying Shi'ite villages, displacing Shi'ite locals, and at times threatening to annihilate the Lebanese Shi'ite community outright. And certainly, the Shi'ites have borne the brunt of the destruction …
(2026-10-29). Israel Is Demolishing Olive Groves and Destroying Entire Villages in Lebanon. truthout.org On October 15, Israeli forces expelled residents and farmers from Azariel, an olive grove on the outskirts of Kfarshouba in South Lebanon, ordering them to return the following week if they still wished to harvest their trees. The next morning, an Israeli bulldozer, flanked by two army tanks, invaded the olive grove and uprooted the trees. A few days before the expulsion, Chebli… |
(2026-10-29). Zionism is racism, even if The Irish Times claims otherwise. electronicintifada.net Fintan O'Toole dismisses the truth as "stupid slogans."
(2026-10-29). Genocidal intent behind Hebron assault, rights group says. electronicintifada.net Thousands displaced from or trapped inside homes in major West Bank city.
(2026-10-29). "opposition" offers genocide with better PR. electronicintifada.net Netanyahu can cling to power because Zionist parties would rather keep him than govern with Palestinians.
(2026-10-29). I'm from Gaza. NAZA made me scream. electronicintifada.net Film looks at how genocide is carried out. But fails to look at why.
(2026-10-29). The Empty Stadium Illusion: Banning Israeli Fans Is Not Enough. scheerpost.com Ramzy Baroud, People's World. The stadium is empty, but Israel is still in the game. Though any form of isolation of those responsible for genocide is welcome, the growing movement for a sports boycott of Israel has yet to translate solidarity into meaningful sporting isolation. Two recent developments illustrate this contradiction. The first is the …
(2026-10-29). The Real Reason Palestine Action Was Deemed A 'Terrorist' Organization (w/ Huda Ammori) TCHR. scheerpost.com Palestine Action is one of the only Western organizations utilizing direct action to impede the machinery of genocide fueling Israel's apartheid project—triggering a full frontal attack from the West. Chris Hedges The world watches in horror as the United States and Israel brazenly commit war crimes and genocide, defying international law and then sanctioning those …
(2026-10-29). Israel's links to security, systems of crashed Spanish train must be investigated. skwawkbox.org Israeli firms have contracts for the security and systems of Spain's rail operator Renfe, whose trains were involved in the deadly crash this week that killed at 69 people. Anti-genocide activist Nicole Jenes quizzed X's AI system about potential Israeli links between Renfre and Israeli companies. The AI responded that: I-SEC (subsidiary of Israeli ICTS, …
(2026-10-29). Meet AI Engineer Who Resigned from DeepMind over "Google's Complicity in the Gaza Genocide" democracynow.org Several tech workers at Google's AI unit DeepMind have resigned in protest over the tech giant's work with the U.S. and Israeli militaries. Last week, DeepMind research engineer Sofia Liguori announced her resignation in a letter to her colleagues titled "Stay Human." She denounced what she called "Google's complicity in the Gaza genocide" and the increasing integration of Google's technology into military and surveillance systems. | "I felt I could not, in good faith, send this message of building AI to benefit humanity while ignoring that our company was com…
(2026-10-29). Democracy Now! 2026-10-29 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for October 29, 2026; "She Was a Fighter": Dolores Huerta, Legendary Farmworker Organizer & Activist, Dies at 96; Meet AI Engineer Who Resigned from DeepMind over "Google's Complicity in the Gaza Genocide" | Headlines for October 29, 2026; "She Was a Fighter": Dolores Huerta, Legendary Farmworker Organizer & Activist, Dies at 96; Meet AI Engineer Who Resigned from DeepMind over "Google's Complicity in the Gaza Genocide"…
(2026-10-29). UN General Assembly Overwhelmingly Opposes US Blockade of Cuba. orinocotribune.com On Wednesday, for the 34th time, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) rejected the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba. The draft resolution, titled "Necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed by the United States of America against Cuba," was approved with 130 votes in favor, …
(2026-10-29). Cuban Delegation Challenges US Envoy During UN Blockade Debate. orinocotribune.com Caracas (OrinocoTribune.com)—The Cuban delegation to the UN General Assembly has challenged the ambassador for the US empire, Michael Waltz, during the Assembly's 34th debate on a resolution calling for an end to the US colonial economic, commercial, and financial blockades of the Caribbean island. Waltz's speech prompted a motion of order During the debate this …
(2026-10-29). Once Upon A Time In Miami: The Heartland Of Latin American Counter-Revolution. scheerpost.com Mansa Musa TRNN "Not all voices in Miami support what this government is doing—specifically heightening sanctions and blocking international solidarity with the Cuban people. We are showing the economic strangulation that's occurring and standing in solidarity with Cuba and those who resist." In this episode of Rattling the Bars, Mansa Musa speaks with Dr. Kimberly …
(2026-10-29). End the U.S. Blockade On Cuba! No U.S. War On Cuba! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-10-29). Israeli Strike on Car in Central Gaza Kills Two Palestinians. news.antiwar.com An Israeli drone strike hit a civilian car in central Gaza on Thursday, killing at least two Palestinians, medical sources told the Anadolu Agency, as the IDF continues its relentless attacks across the Strip. The car was bombed near the entrance of the al-Maghazi refugee camp, and at least one other person was wounded. Footage …
(2026-10-29). Israeli Attacks Across Gaza Kill Five Palestinians, Wound 32. news.antiwar.com Israeli attacks in Gaza on Wednesday have killed at least five Palestinians and injured 32, medical sources told the Anadolu Agency, as the IDF continues its relentless strikes in the Strip following Tuesday's Knesset elections. Attacks on Wednesday included an Israeli drone strike in the al-Mawasi area of Rafah, southern Gaza, that killed at least …
(2026-10-29). In Gaza, Even Going To Class Can Be Deadly. scheerpost.com Mohammed Al-Ta'ban Prism I woke up early on the morning of Oct. 25, 2026, to attend a lecture at the Islamic University of Gaza. This was the first semester we were studying in person since the war began in 2023. Despite how mentally and physically difficult it was to reach the university in Gaza, I …
(2026-10-29). Thirty-two Years Is Too Long: Venezuela Must Act for Ilich Ramírez Sánchez (Statement). orinocotribune.com Thirty-two years after the abduction and forced transfer of Venezuelan freedom fighter Ilich Ramírez Sánchez from Sudan, and after more than three decades behind bars in France, we believe the time has come to break the silence and demand firm action by the Venezuelan state. Thirty-two years are too many. A whole lifetime. We are …
(2026-10-29). Journalists attacked by settlers, detained by police after incident. cpj.org Amman, October 29, 2026 — The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the detention of Russian-Israeli journalist Andrey Khrzhanovskiy, known professionally as Andrey X, and U.S. journalist Jasper Nathaniel by Israeli forces near Umm Al-Khair, in the occupied West Bank. The arrests followed a violent assault by Israeli settlers against the two reporters and fellow freelance…
(2026-10-29). US Journalist Detained by Israeli Forces After Being Beaten by Israeli Settlers. truthout.org A U.S. journalist was detained by Israeli forces after being beaten by Israeli settlers while documenting attacks on Palestinians amid the olive harvest in the occupied West Bank. Independent journalist Jasper Nathaniel, along with journalist-activists Russian Adele Shoko and Russian-Israeli Andrey Khrzhanovskiy, were in the village of Umm al-Khair when they were beaten by Israeli settlers. |
(2026-10-29). 'Israeli' Elections Expose Crisis of the Zionist Entity, Not a Path to Change. orinocotribune.com By Masar Badil — Oct 28, 2026 Khaled Barakat, a member of the Executive Committee of the Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement (Masar Badil), said that the internal divisions exposed by the "Israeli elections" reflect a deepening crisis within the Zionist entity, rather than any meaningful possibility of political change for the Palestinian people. He …
(2026-10-29). Killing Haiti: Bukele and Prince join the U.S. and the UN on mission to murder. mronline.org 
Haiti is the next battle ground for Nayib Bukele, El Salvador's despotic, right-wing, Christian zionist president.
(2026-10-29). Rupert Lowe and Restore Britain Figures Listed as Backers of Europe-Wide Far-Right 'Remigration' Campaign. bylinetimes.com 
Rupert Lowe and senior Restore Britain figures are listed as backers of a pan-European far-right initiative to introduce remigration, a policy of mass expulsions which anti-racism campaigners say amounts to ethnic cleansing. | Prominent Restore Britain activists are organisers of the British wing of the Save Europe Act (SEA) initiative, acting as a bridgehead in Britain to the European extreme right identitarian movement. | The International Group chat of the SEA, which all volunteers join automatically, contains posts endorsing antisemitic conspiracy theories, Islamophobic slurs and discussions about intimida…
(2026-10-29). Local Reform Deputy Accused of Misleading Councillors Over Poll Used to Defend £150,000 Security Patrols Near Asylum Site. bylinetimes.com 
A polling firm has distanced itself from a survey a senior Reform UK councillor used to defend private security patrols in Essex towns visited by asylum seekers living at the local Wethersfield base. | Cllr Russell Quirk, deputy leader of Reform-run Essex County Council (ECC), cited a Find Out Now poll when justifying
(2026-10-29). Decades After Her Murder, a Mother's Children Fight to Preserve Her Memory. capitalbnews.org 
Photos by Cornell Watson When Patrice "Monique" Jennings thinks about her mother, she thinks about how the two of them used to sit in their Murfreesboro, North Carolina, home and devour Lifetime movies. It was the early 1990s, when the network's made-for-television dramas were a fixture for many around the country, and Mary "Evon" Jennings …
(2026-10-29). Rising Black Voter Turnout Tests the Power of Redistricting in the Midterms. capitalbnews.org 
Parties at the polls. Voter empowerment hubs. Early voting Halloween block parties. The past few weeks have been jam-packed with efforts to mobilize Black voters, getting them to the polls in the hopes that they can overcome attempts to erode their voting power. Already, these efforts seem to be paying off. Voter turnout has reached …
(2026-10-29). In Creole Country, Black Residents Ask What the Fight for Voting Rights Delivers. capitalbnews.org 
ST. LANDRY PARISH, Louisiana — When Patrick Guillory passes the St. Landry Parish courthouse, he looks at the sprawling oaks draped in Spanish moss and pictures the white men who threatened to hang his grandfather, Thomas Guillory, from one of them. Thomas Guillory, now 95, descends from Indigenous, French, and African ancestors. He speaks Louisiana …
(2026-10-29). Ten years of peace and attempts to destroy it. colombiareports.com To view this content, you must be a member of Colombia's Patreon at $1 or more – Click "Read more" to unlock this content at the source…
(2026-10-29). Championing justice for journalists: The Impunity Action List. cpj.org 
When Ján Kuciak, an investigative journalist who exposed corruption and tax fraud, was murdered alongside his fiancee in Slovakia in 2018, a national outcry ensued with 65,000 people hitting the streets and the subsequent ouster of the Slovak prime minister. Justice in Kuciak's case is still in process but in February 2026, well over 1,000…
(2026-10-29). Filton case exposes collapse of Britain's "rule of law" electronicintifada.net Britain's criminal justice system is being bent out of shape to ensure the maximum possible sentences for pro-Palestinian activists.
(2026-10-29). Why Indian Muslims are keeping a low profile in the CJP Protests. ummid.com The Indian Muslims are keeping a low profile in the CJP Protests to avoid religious polarization, Mohmmad Adeeb, former Member of Parliament and now Chairman of Indian Muslims for Civil Rights (IMCR) said.
(2026-10-29). Rebeca Grynspan or Lana Nusseibeh: Who will be the first female Secretary General of UN. ummid.com The United Nations (UN) is all set to get its first woman Secretary General, and the contest is closing on between Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica and Lana Nusseibeh of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) though other contenders are also in the race.
(2026-10-29). Polish rail infrastructure as seen from the Warsaw-Berlin express. gilbertdoctorow.com One reader of my Memory Lane musings noted that there may be a silver lining in my being grounded by my mishap in Petersburg so that I am returning home exclusively by bus and train, stopping to sniff the roses in Tallinn, then in Warsaw and now in Berlin. Indeed it is far more educational …
(2026-10-29). A digital publication sheds light on Turkey's prison system. globalvoices.org 'No independent body regularly monitored developments in prisons and communicat'd this information to the public using data.Global Voices Screenshot from This interview is part of a series of spotlights on the work of some of the grantees of the
(2026-10-29). A Myanmar journalist's reflection: 'When other people's pain becomes part of you'. globalvoices.org An Exile Hub fellow shares their personal experiences and reflectionsOriginally published on Exile Hub is one of Global Voices' partners in Southeast Asia, emerging in response to the 2021 coup in Myanmar, and focusing on empowering journalis…
(2026-10-29). In Albania, rural youth are campaigning to solve local environmental problems. globalvoices.org
(2026-10-29). How BRICS Is Reshaping the Global South's Place in the World. infobrics.org What began in 2006 as a modest grouping of emerging economies, with South Africa officially joining in 2011, has grown into an 11-member grouping spanning four continents, with a growing circle of partner countries actively engaging in the cooperation…
(2026-10-29). BRICS and the New Scramble for Space. infobrics.org As the BRICS grouping expands into BRICS+, researchers are asking what the enlarged club of emerging economies actually means for the way cities in the Global South build and govern smart transport…
(2026-10-29). US, China and Russia Race to Build Nuclear Reactors on the Moon: Report. infobrics.org The US aims to launch a lunar nuclear reactor by 2030, while Russia and China are working towards a joint project by 2036…
(2026-10-29). Japan's militarization: Washington fueling Chinese-Japanese crisis. infobrics.org US-backed Japanese militarization is intensifying the rivalry with Beijing. The struggle over the first island chain exposes the limits of Washington's containment strategy and the risks of escalation.
(2026-10-29). Meloni undecided on new aid package for Ukraine. infobrics.org Italian government divided over whether or not to continue supporting Kiev.
(2026-10-29). Finland and Norway reach out to Putin as peace talks loom. infobrics.org Copenhagen and Stockholm warn of a split voice.
(2026-10-29). ICE Watch: America's Mass Detention Nightmare Continues Ahead of Midterm Elections. lataco.com Fear of ICE agents at the polls has people on edge. The federal government says federal immigration agents will not be patrolling those locations but also has not ruled it out entirely, both in the Southland and beyond.
(2026-10-29). Do Activists Vote? How Nine Local Organizations Approach L.A.'s General Election. lataco.com Election Day is next Tuesday. If you're still on the fence about whether or not to cast your ballot, read what dedicated community members have to say.
(2026-10-29). How Dolores Huerta Changed Our World. lataco.com Huerta did not organize so Mexican-Americans could simply become consumers. She organized so they could become empowered participants in the democracy they defined.
(2026-10-29). Lula's comeback: A popular victory that marks the start of a new chapter. links.org.au 
The Socialist Left Movement offer a preliminary assessment of Lula's historic win and outline some clear tasks for the left amid this new and acute stage of class struggle in Brazil.
(2026-10-29). How KYC Verification Works in Mobile Apps. moguldom.com Most people encounter KYC at an inconvenient moment, and it can feel like an unnecessary obstacle, but it's crucial for safety. This article explains what happens behind the screen and when it's required. What KYC actually means KYC stands for Know Your Customer. Banks developed the idea, but almost any app that pays real people …
(2026-10-29). 5 Staffing Agencies to Consider for Your Next Hire in 2027. moguldom.com The hardest part of hiring isn't finding candidates; it's figuring out which recruiting partner actually gets the right ones in front of you. Staffing agencies differ in who they serve, how long they stand behind a placement, and whether they're built for permanent hires, temporary staffing, or both. Here's a look at six staffing agencies …
(2026-10-29). Netanyahu's stalemate and the liberal fantasy of a new Israel. mondoweiss.net 
Liberal commentary frames Israel's elections as a struggle for its soul, but the opposition offers only better management of the same system. Record Palestinian turnout reflects hope for modest relief, not real change.
(2026-10-29). No seat at the table: Israel's post-election message to its Palestinian citizens. mondoweiss.net 
Netanyahu's party and the Israeli opposition are at an electoral stalemate that only an alliance with the Palestinian citizens of Israel can break, but neither camp is willing to extend their democratic ideals to the Arab lists who won 19 seats in the latest election.
(2026-10-29). Days of hope and rage in France. mronline.org 
For almost a month now, a mass student revolt has been rocking France, in one of the deepest political crises seen in the country in decades.
(2026-10-29). Record flooding hits the U.S. as powerful tropical storms threaten Asia. mronline.org 
Miami faces its longest-ever streak of moderate coastal flooding, historic floods sweep across the Southwest, and Typhoon In-fa and Cyclone Arnab threaten the Northern Mariana Islands and eastern India.
(2026-10-29). Google gags its engineers and sells AI for war. mronline.org The Pentagon sets the terms. OpenAI, Amazon, Microsoft, Oracle, Nvidia and Elon Musk's SpaceX signed similar contracts this year.
(2026-10-29). Russian Strike Kills 14 at Ukrainian Train Station as Ukraine Launches Over 1,200 Drones Into Russia. news.antiwar.com
(2026-10-29). Sir Patrick Stewart, Of X-Men And Star Trek Fame, Dies At 86. newsone.com 
Source: picture alliance / Getty | On Monday, Sir Patrick Stewart died at age 86 after a brief battle with Alzheimer's disease. | "He has been held in the warm embrace of fam…
(2026-10-29). Hackers Leak Identifying Info Of 41,000 DHS Employees. newsone.com 
(2026-10-29). Anti-MAGA Troll Compares Trump Rally To Jonestown On Fox News. newsone.com 
Source: Fox News / X Video/Screenshot | In today's episode of Not All Heroes Wear Capes, And None Of Them Wear MAGA Hats, a Fox News host has gone viral for getting eloquently trolled by a man he thought was a Trump supporter at a GOP rally in Rock Hill, South Carolina. | It really was a master class in in-person trolling by a white man who knew he could be anti-MAGA and hide in plain sight among the Caucasian troglodytes he, like many, believes have formed a cult. | "Well, in the late 70s, I was a little too young to go to South America for the Jonestown Massacre," the rally attendee, apparently named Tom, sa…
(2026-10-29). District Judge Denies Trump Request To Withhold 20,000 California Ballots. newsone.com 
Source: Apu Gomes / Getty | I know the Trump administration has never seen Mean Girls because they keep trying to make fetch happen. A federal judge handed the administration another legal L after denying their request to withhold 20,000 mail-in ballots in California. Fetch is not happening, folks. |
(2026-10-29). Vice President JD Vance Doesn't Understand Ranked-Choice Voting. newsone.com 
Source: Pool / Getty | In the Arkham Asylum simulation that is America — you know the one in which the asylum is running the White House — the real live Vice President, the one that can't make it through IKEA without inappropriately fondling the sofas, just admitted in front of God and err'body that he doesn't know what ranked-choice voting is, and I want to burn it all to the ground. | JD Vance was asked about ranked-choice voting, and he noted that
(2026-10-29). The 2 Dan Sullivans, 1 Senate Seat, And An Alleged Democratic Plot To Flip Congress. newsone.com 
Source: | The tale of the two Dan Sullvans in Alaska, both vying for the same US Senate seat, just got a bit more nefarious. | According to As…
(2026-10-29). Obama Responds To MAGA Crashout Over Cheesecake Factory Joke, And It Was Masterful. newsone.com 
Source: Megan Varner / Getty | Former President Barack Obama campaigned for Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) and gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms in Atlanta on Wednesday, and he took the time to address the MAGA fallout over his jab at President Donald Trump's obsession with renovating the White House, and the gaudy, tacky way he has gone about it. | And, boy, did he address it. In fact, Obama did what prominent politicians, Democratic lawmakers, and media outlets should have been doing far more often all along: focusing on how absolutely stupid these people are, and how their stupidity, incompetence, and c…
(2026-10-29). Elon Musk Attempting To Buy Up Homes In Southaven, Mississippi, After Data Center Complaints. newsone.com 
(2026-10-29). Alex Pretti's Parents Say Feds Stonewalling Investigation. newsone.com 
(2026-10-29). Flávio Bolsonaro Flees Brazil for US, Breaking Supreme Court Order. orinocotribune.com Flávio Bolsonaro, who lost Brazil's presidential election on Sunday, has fled the country despite an order barring him from leaving the nation, the Washington Post reported. One source said Bolsonaro entered the US empire in the early evening, while other outlets reported that he had arrived in Florida, where his brother Eduardo lives. According to …
(2026-10-29). Interactive Archive Shares Secrets Of Shell's Early Climate Research. popularresistance.org Campaigners backing attempts to sue Shell over a typhoon in the Philippines have launched an online archive showing that the British oil major knew that burning fossil fuels could harm the climate as early as the 1960s. | ExposeShell.com features documents including a 1966 memo Shell commissioned from British scientist James Lovelock and the 'Greenhouse Effect', a confidential 1988 report predicting that human-caused warming could trigger "dramatic" changes in sea level, ocean currents, weather and precipitation — "larger than any that have occurred over the last 12,000 years."
(2026-10-29). Tidbits-Oct. 29: Reader Comments: Dolores Huerta — Rest in Power; Worldwide Kiss of Death; Vivek Ramaswamy Vile Attack Ad; France's Youth Ignite a Massive Revolt; Israeli Elections; "Who Built America?" Launch Event: Rethinking U.S. History Textbook. portside.org Tidbits-Oct. 29: Reader Comments: Dolores Huerta — Rest in Power; Worldwide Kiss of Death; Vivek Ramaswamy Vile Attack Ad; France's Youth Ignite a Massive Revolt; Israeli Elections; "Who Built America?" Launch Event: Rethinking U.S. History Textbook |
(2026-10-29). Farmers PAC behind election attack ads against GOP. responsiblestatecraft.org A political group dedicated to supporting farmers is pouring
(2026-10-29). Billions in aid but 'no chemistry' between Jordan's King and Trump. responsiblestatecraft.org Jordan's relationship with the United States is a tale of two cities. On the one hand, security cooperation between the two countries is excellent.
(2026-10-29). The WNBA's Championship Deserves Better Than the NBA's Leftover Hours. scheerpost.com By Joshua Scheer Moving a potentially decisive Finals game to a weekday morning tells fans exactly where women's basketball stands in the pecking order. The WNBA would like to grow its audience. Apparently, some of us will need to ask our bosses for permission to join it. Game 6 of the WNBA Finals between the …
(2026-10-29). The REAL Elon Musk Is Even Crazier Than You Think. scheerpost.com Lee Camp Daily Dose of Sanity I can't. I can't go on. Not like this—knowing so much about the richest man in the world. The research I've done—it haunts my dreams and infests my prana. It's turned my lifeblood to a thick spoiled gravy. Let me back up. Elon Musk, the richest man in the …
(2026-10-29). Afro-Colombian Women And The Making Of The Black Social Economy. scheerpost.com Francy Natalia Mosquera Garcia and Caroline Shenaz Hossein, Black Agenda Report. Colombia's constitution recognizes Black communities as collective rights-holders. But extractivism and dispossession have undermined those guarantees, inspiring people to build their own institutions. Across the Americas Afro-descendant women have played a fundamental role in the care economy, production, and community economics, and their contributions …
(2026-10-29). Why We Must Stand With Major Jason Watson. scheerpost.com For almost two months, an Air Force officer has been sitting alone in a cell, twenty-four hours a day. When they let him out to eat or exercise, he's still alone, according to his attorney. His name is Major Jason Watson. He hasn't been convicted of anything. Under military law he is presumed innocent, yet …
(2026-10-29). Peace Is Not a Trophy: A Satirical Skewering of Trump's Nobel Obsession. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer What happens when a president treats peace as another branding opportunity—and the Nobel Prize as a trophy he is owed? In this biting satire, Peter Girnus adopts the voice of an imaginary Norwegian Nobel Committee member to puncture Donald Trump's hunger for recognition, while taking aim at the institution's own compromised moral authority. …
(2026-10-29). Tens Of Thousands Get Ready To Defend The Vote. scheerpost.com Surina Venkat Waging Nonviolence As federal interference looms over the midterms, communities across the U.S. are building infrastructure to defend democracy. Garnet DeGrave and other organizers with Citizen Action Wisconsin watched in shock as news broke this June that FBI agents had raided the office of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative, a nonprofit that hosts voter registration …
(2026-10-29). High Palestinian Turnout in Israeli Elections Came Down to Matters of Survival. scheerpost.com By Theia Chatelle This article was originally published by Truthout "We fear that if we do not get this government out of power, we will lose everything," one Palestinian voter said. Jaffa, Israel — Outside of Ahva Elementary School in Ajami, a historic Palestinian neighborhood just south of central Tel Aviv, the mood was defiant …
(2026-10-29). Israel's Jim Crow creates Gridlock, Far-Right Extremism. scheerpost.com Juan Cole Informed Comment The Israeli newspaper Arab 48 reports that some 80% of Palestinian-Israelis voted in the parliamentary election. I use the term "Palestinian-Israeli" on the model of "Italian-American," rather than the typical "Arab-Israeli," which is racist since it implies that all speakers of Arabic are one ethnicity or nationality and that there are …
(2026-10-29). Australian govt giving US, Israel military and corporations 'override' on Aussie law. skwawkbox.org The Australian government's new "Defence Legislation Amendment (Accelerating Capability and Protecting Bases) Bill 2026" is about to hand foreign militaries and corporations — in particular the US and Israel — special powers to ignore and override Australian law on Australian territory. As Australian lawyer and policy analyst Rita Jabri Markwell has pointed out, the new …
(2026-10-29). Murdoch hack boasts of award nomination for Arday smears. skwawkbox.org 
Murdoch 'education' hack Jack Grove is boasting about being shortlisted for a journalism award for his scribblings about the late Prof Jason Arday's supposed "extensive plagiarism". Mr Grove is so chuffed, in fact, that he has 'pinned' his X post about it to the top of his profile: Multiple exonerations Grove states the "extensive plagiarism …
(2026-10-29). US Fingerprints on Serbia's "Student List" Why it Doesn't Make Vucic Automatically the "Good Guy" thealtworld.com US government funding is behind groups directly involved in Serbia's "Student List" movement through media, legal aid, "human rights" cases, and even providing physical spaces for press conferences; | The previous Serbian government also cooperated with US-funded organizations like USAID and corporate-funded foundations like Open Society while simultaneously being accused of obstructing their work inside Serbia; | This leaves 2 possibilities. 1). the previous Vucic government was pragmatically avoiding a direct confrontation with the US by cooperating with US organizations while quietly trying to uproot it a…
(2026-10-29). Israel's Opposition SHATTERS as Lieberman Cuts Ties. thealtworld.com
(2026-10-29). Economist Dean Baker explains why AI Bubble is starting to POP! And why we might pay for it… therealnews.com 
As mounting debt and questionable returns raise fears of an AI investment bubble, economist Dean Baker examines the warning signs that the industry's financial boom may be faltering… if not destined for a bust! | As mounting debt and questionable returns raise fears of an AI investment bubble, economist Dean Baker examines the warning signs that the industry's financial boom may be faltering… if not destined for a bust! AI,Economy,video
(2026-10-29). Trump Suggests Ilhan Omar, a US Citizen, Doesn't Have Constitutional Rights. truthout.org President Donald Trump suggested that Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota), a U.S. citizen, should not have constitutional rights because of where she's from in racist remarks at a rally this week. "She was from Somalia and she came over and right away she started opening her mouth, 'I have constitutional rights,'" Trump said mockingly, in the middle of a three-and-a-half minute rant about Omar in… |
(2026-10-29). Republicans' Final Pitch to Midterm Voters: Outright Christian Nationalism. truthout.org Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) and other Republicans are including Christian nationalist themes in their messaging and campaign rhetoric in the final days before the midterm elections. This past weekend, Johnson appeared on "The Week on Capitol Hill," a right-wing Christian program hosted by Tony Perkins. Perkins asked Johnson what advice he'd give to conservatives "who are… |
(2026-10-29). "Our Democracy Is in Danger" — Judge Rejects Trump Bid to Block 20K Votes in CA. truthout.org The Trump administration's attempts to discount the votes of tens of thousands of voters it has dubiously deemed ineligible to participate in this year's midterm elections hit two major roadblocks on Wednesday, as officials in Washington state and a judge's ruling in California challenged the White House's reasoning. In August, the administration issued a report claiming that 24,000… |
(2026-10-29). Remembering Legendary Farmworker Organizer and Activist Dolores Huerta. truthout.org Immigrant rights and labor icon Dolores Huerta died Wednesday at the age of 96. Huerta co-founded the National Farm Workers Association in 1962 and then the United Farm Workers of America, working with Cesar Chavez. From 1965 to 1970, the union organized the historic Delano grape strike, which ended in major gains for farmworkers' labor rights. In the years that followed… |
(2026-10-29). Vancouver Is the Next Battleground for Municipal Socialism in North America. truthout.org Vancouver, British Columbia, is the next battleground for municipal socialism in North America. On October 17, Vancouver voters decisively evicted their right-wing mayor, replacing him with the Green Party's candidate. But more consequentially, they also tossed nearly all of the pro-corporate incumbents from all three municipal legislative bodies — city council, the school board… |
(2026-10-29). Israel's Election Still in Deadlock After Palestinian Parties' Surprise Upset. truthout.org With the results of Israel's election on Tuesday finalized on Thursday, the right-wing bloc around current Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has won 53 seats out of the 120 in Israel's parliament, the Knesset, while the opposition bloc around Gadi Eisenkot has won 48 seats. Both are short of the majority needed to create a ruling coalition government. The real upset, however… |
(2026-10-29). Ramaswamy's Poll Numbers Drop 6 Points Following Ad Featuring Amy Acton's Mother. truthout.org Polling indicates that Republican candidate for Ohio governor Vivek Ramaswamy has lost support from voters in the weeks since he aired a controversial campaign ad featuring his opponent's long-estranged mother. A survey conducted by a Republican polling firm before the airing of the ad found that Democratic nominee Amy Acton and Ramaswamy were in a statistical tie, with Acton leading slightly… |
(2026-10-29). McMahon to Spend $43K of Taxpayer Money on Furniture While Gutting Ed Department. truthout.org Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump's billionaire education secretary, faced backlash on Wednesday over her plans to spend more than $43,000 of taxpayer money on new furniture for her government office as she works to illegally dismantle the department she leads, harming students across the country. Democratic Sens. Patty Murray (Wash.) and Tammy Baldwin (Wis.) wrote in a letter to McMahon… |
(2026-10-29). Meet the Rich and Powerful Entities Aiming to Defeat the Rising Electoral Left. truthout.org The U.S. midterm elections are rapidly approaching, and it's no secret that the Republican Party and Donald Trump want to destroy the rising electoral left in the United States. But as democratic socialist and movement-tied candidates continue to win Democratic primaries — building momentum and distinguishing their dynamic, grassroots campaigns from consultant-molded establishment politicians — a… |
(2026-10-29). AI Is Class Warfare. Workers Are Fighting Back. truthout.org Big Tech is selling us a future in which workers are increasingly disposable, human expertise is devalued, and corporate power is more concentrated than ever. But is that future inevitable? In this episode of Movement Memos, host Kelly Hayes talks with Alex Hanna, co-author of The AI Con, about AI as a tool of class warfare, the hype that obscures its real-world harms, and how workers are… |
(2026-10-29). A North Carolina movement asks voters to reject corporate tax breaks. wagingnonviolence.org 
This article As the cost of living rises and wages stagnate, a growing movement for people over profits is rallying against a set of exploitative ballot amendments. | This article
(2026-10-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-29). A Bucks County company makes jet fuel out of 'air.' The military wants to make it anywhere. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Greg Constantine says his Bucks County company can turn air and water into fuel for jet planes, boats and military vehicles — and with far less impact on the climate than conventional fossil fuel production. | Constantine and his team at Airco unveiled their new manufacturing plant at a New Britain industrial park Wednesday. The facility has a system that combines carbon dioxide and hydrogen to generate synthetic fuels, which the company plans to produce in compact, mo…
(2026-10-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-29). Philly robot tax could replace revenue lost when taxpaying workers are displaced by technology. whyy.org
(2026-10-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-29). How curiosity can bridge what divides us. whyy.org With the midterms just around the corner and tight, contentious races across the country, political polarization is reaching a fever pitch. Increasingly, voters don't just disagree on many of the driving issues; they view the other side as immoral. But a democracy depends on healthy debate, compromise, and the peaceful transfer of power. Is it possible to have civil conversations with people who don't share our views? |
(2026-10-29). Germantown YWCA project in limbo as developer seeks tax credits for senior affordable housing. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! After a decade of delays, the future of the former Germantown YWCA appears to be as uncertain as ever. | Ohio-based KBK Enterprises said Wednesday that it is still awaiting word on whether it will be awarded a critical construction subsidy for the crumbling city-owned building. If it isn't, the company's plans to transform the historic property into affordable senior housing could be derailed. | "That…
(2026-10-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-29). TJ Ward Bet on Himself and Became a Champion. whyy.org Super Bowl champion safety TJ Ward who didn't let an undersized frame keep him from being one of the hardest hitting safeties in the NFL.
(2026-10-29). Consumer rage: Is the customer always right? whyy.org Polls show an increasing number of American consumers are frustrated with their shopping experiences.
(2026-10-29). Stolen election rhetoric from Trump isn't new. His ability to act on those claims is. whyy.org
(2026-10-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
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(2026-10-29). 4 contested Pa. congressional races shift in Democrats' favor ahead of midterm battle for control of U.S. House. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? From Bucks County to the Lehigh Valley, northeastern Pennsylvania and the Harrisburg suburbs, four congressional races are testing whether Republican incumbents nationwide can survive strong headwinds as they fight to keep their seats. | The Republicans in those seats are facing robust challenges from well-financed Democrats who are benefitting from one of the biggest blue waves in years. | The four Pennsylvania seats Democrats believe they can flip are more than any oth…
(2026-10-29). Paul Robeson sings to Scottish miners (1949). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-10-29). Ethiopia Retakes Rebel Stronghold in Tigray While Seeking to Stabilize Security Situation. wibailoutpeople.org Armed opposition groups have failed to make gains as the capital of Addis Ababa remains firmly under government control By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireWednesday October 28, 2026Geostrategic Review During September a group of armed opposition groups from various regions of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia declared that they would wage a war to …
(2026-10-29). Oshkosh, Solidarity Protests for Wendy Mendez Stop ICE the Union Buster and Community Attacker! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-10-29). Starbucks' New Frapp Is All Trick, No Treat. wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Remember the Unicorn Frappuccino? Starbucks is back with the same old trick in a new costume. Meet the Black Cat Frapp. These trendy launches and limited-edition merch drops are Starbucks in a nutshell. Big on hype, short on support for the people doing the work. Understaffing, unpredictable hours, and …
(2026-10-29). Accusations over De la Espriella's narco ties "lack conclusive or solid evidence," says Colombia's justice minister. colombiareports.com Colombia's Justice Minister, Ivan Cancino, downplayed the evidence of ties between President Abelardo de la Espriella and drug traffickers that was displayed in Congress by opposition Senator Ivan Cepeda. In a video, Cancino said that "political oversight is a fundamental tool of our democracy. However, it cannot become an arena for launching accusations without proving …
(2026-10-29). Trump parle de paix pendant que la CIA alimente la guerre en Ukraine. strategic-culture.su J'ai passé suffisamment d'années à la Central Intelligence Agency pour apprendre à lire les articles de presse que les amis de l'agence placent pour elle. L'article de Shane Harris, le nouvel ami du directeur de la CIA John Ratcliffe, paru dans The Atlantic du 23 octobre, en est l'un des cas. Il est écrit pour faire passer Ratcliffe pour un professionnel sobre à la tête d'une administration chaotique. Mais lisez-le attentivement et il confirme ce que Washington a passé quatre ans à nier : les États-Unis ne se contentent pas d'approvisionner l'Ukraine. Par l'intermédiaire de la CIA, ils combattent la Russie. | Par…
(2026-10-29). Devemos esperar alguma mudanàßa na política externa no próximo governo de Lula? strategic-culture.su Por motivos geográficos inevitáveis e por uma diminuiàßà£o da autonomia psicossocial, a política brasileira é extremamente dependente dos câmbios políticos que ocorrem de tempos em tempos nos EUA. | Junte-se a nós no e .
(2026-10-29). Os negros da casa de Soros. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-29). Halloween haunts, HBCU football at the Linc, Mural Arts Fest and more in this week's 'Things to Do'. whyy.org Halloween weekend brings plenty of jump scares, but there's also theater, live music and a few other reasons to get out. On Thursday, Theatre Exile opens Rajiv Joseph's "Gruesome Playground Injuries," while Suzan-Lori Parks' Pulitzer Prize-winning "Topdog/Underdog" begins a six-week run at the Arden. On Friday, Halloween events kick off with special screenings of spooky season faves including "The Blair Witch Project" and "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." | The night's music lineup offers a choice between Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Yebba at The Fillmore and the 30th anniversary celebration of Juan de Marcos…
(2026-10-29). La guerra contro l'Iran e il "terribile potere del denaro" strategic-culture.su Netanyahu sta dicendo a Trump che ora deve portare a termine l'opera di distruzione dell'Iran | Segue nostro Il ´Grande Progetto ª volto a ´mantenere [la civiltà occidentale] al vertice del mondo ª (come
(2026-10-29). Salvadoran Street Coffee at the Silver Lake Reservoir Honors A Local Barista's Roots. lataco.com The beans come from Juayúa, El Salvador, where they're grown, harvested, and processed before being shipped green to L.A. for roasting. Roasted medium-light, they bring out notes of blueberry and Concord grape, with the acidity of cherimoya and a cacao nib finish.
(2026-10-29). "She Was a Fighter" : Dolores Huerta, Legendary Farmworker Organizer & Activist, Dies at 96. democracynow.org Immigrant rights and labor icon Dolores Huerta died Wednesday at the age of 96. Huerta co-founded the National Farm Workers Association in 1962 and then the United Farm Workers of America, working with Cesar Chavez. From 1965 to 1970, the union organized the historic Delano grape strike, which ended in major gains for farmworkers' labor rights. | In the years that followed, Huerta became heavily involved in the women's liberation and immigrant rights movements and became a major supporter of the Democratic Party. In March, The New York Times published an investigation into Cesar Chavez's history…
(2026-10-29). KZN reduces projected over-expenditure by R7.2bn. sanews.gov.za KZN reduces projected over-expenditure by R7.2bn | The KwaZulu-Natal government has reduced its projected provincial over-expenditure by approximately R7.2 billion since June 2024, while recording measurable improvements in key frontline services including health, education and infrastructure delivery. ⚪ The provincial government's projected year-end over-expenditure declined from R9.725 billion against a main budget of R150.488 billion in June 2024 to approximately R2.5 billion by the end of September 2026. ⚪ This represents an improvement of R7.225 billion, or 74%, as the provincial government implements meas…
(2026-10-29). Building Unity GOTV Events October 29-November 3, 2026 in Milwaukee. wibailoutpeople.org Attention: Between now and November 3rd at 8pm, the Fight For Our Lives Democracy Tour is in Milwaukee to support citywide "Get Our The Vote" efforts there. Events: www.fightforourlivestour.org/calendar-1 Together, we can raise awareness and bring more people into the last 4 days of powerful GOTV events: *** More information about these and more events …
(2026-10-29). Healthcare Professionals, Advocates, and Impacted People Share Why They Support Reproductive Freedom on the Ballot in Virginia. aclu.org Voters in Virginia have the chance to vote for a ballot amendment that would enshrine abortion rights in the state's constitution and further protect reproductive freedom in the South.
(2026-10-29). Corporate Political Spending Hits $737 Million in 2026 Midterms, 60% Higher Than 2024 Presidential Election. commondreams.org
(2026-10-29). Gouged After Death: New Report Reveals How Corporate Consolidation and Hidden Pricing Are Driving Up the Cost of Dying. commondreams.org Today, Groundwork Collaborative released a new
(2026-10-29). TotalEnergies' profits more than double while French households struggle to make ends meet, says 350.org. commondreams.org Just a day after MPs voted against taxing fossil fuel profits in the 2027 budget, TotalEnergies is today reporting obscene profits. Civil society stands united to denounce this handout to oil companies while a large share of French households are struggling to make ends meet. This morning,
(2026-10-29). Reps. Casar, Waters Lead Democratic Resolution Opposing A.I. Bubble Bailout for Big Tech, Commit to Protecting American People Instead. commondreams.org Today, Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) Chair Rep. Greg Casar (TX-35) and House Financial Services Committee Ranking Member Rep. Maxine Waters (CA-43) co-led the introduction of a resolution warning of the economic risks posed by an artificial-intelligence-related asset bubble, opposing a bailout of corporations or their business executives impacted by the collapse of an A.I. bubble, and affirming their support for aggressive federal action to protect workers, retirees, and low-income communities who will be harmed by an economic downturn.They were joined by Representatives Danny Davis (IL-07), Chris Del…
(2026-10-29). Gina Hinojosa Flips Off Corporate Democrats. levernews.com In my new piece for The Lever, I take a look at how Corporate Democrats' donor-coddling neoliberalism lost America's red states for a generation — and how populists are competing to win them back with a very different formula: anti-oligarchy. One of the most significant examples is Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa, who is not merely crusading against billionaires and tech bros, but also contrasting her politics with both traditional liberalism and the Third Way brand of corporate politics her party has touted for the last half century. In an interview with The New York Times — America's be…
(2026-10-29). Prediction Markets Are Shaping Elections — And Getting Them Wrong. levernews.com
(2026-10-29). He Helped Make Karen Bass Mayor. Now He's Funding Her Defeat. levernews.com This article is being copublished with The Donor Class, a behind-the-scenes look at donors shaping American politics, by former ABC correspondent Zohreen Shah. Click here for
(2026-10-29). Israel piles pressure on Arab parties as Netanyahu seeks govt. geo.tv Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu participates in the state memorial ceremony for the fallen of the Iron Swords War on Mount Herzl, in Jerusalem, 16 October 2025. — Reuters
(2026-10-29). While Israel's election delivers no clear winner, knife-wielding man killed outside Israel embassy. hindustantimes.com Israel's embassy in Belgrade was placed under heightened security after a knife-wielding assailant attacked police personnel outside the diplomatic mission, prompting a major security response in Serbia's capital. Serbia subsequently raised its terror threat alert to the highest level, intensifying concerns over the security of Israeli diplomatic missions abroad.
(2026-10-29). Deadly Spain video: Hundreds of passengers onboard when high-speed train smashes into stopped train. hindustantimes.com
(2026-10-29). Lavrov drops the bomb: 'Blooming garden, surrounded by jungles', Putin's top man mocks Europe. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has described Africa as a key pillar of the emerging multipolar world, arguing that the continent is gaining importance as global power dynamics shift away from Western dominance. Speaking at a meeting with leading African media outlets in Moscow, Lavrov said Russia would support African sovereignty, industrial development and greater self-reliance in finance, technology and the global economy.
(2026-10-29). Putin declares the end of external diktat with 13 million tonnes of food to Africa in 9 months. hindustantimes.com Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that a multipolar world order is becoming an "irreversible" reality, arguing that the era of a few powerful states determining global affairs is coming to an end. Addressing the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, Putin called for deeper trade, economic and humanitarian cooperation with African nations, while highlighting Russia's historical support for the continent's independence movements. He also urged African countries to gain greater control over their natural resources and direct revenues towards long-term investment in energy, industry, transport and logistics, as…
(2026-10-29). Women Should Never Give Birth in Shackles. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A woman in Australia. | © 2008 Getty Images | An incarcerated Indigenous woman was reportedly shackled during a hospital stay earlier this month to deliver her baby by caesarean section in a Queensland hospital in Australia.Queensland Corrective Services promised an internal review but did not confirm the shackling. Shackling a woman during childbirth contravenes international human rights standards.The incident happened days before Australia's two major political parties blocked a vote in parliament on October 14 on a bill to ban the shackling of prisoners during childbirth. Unite…
(2026-10-29). UN Finds Age-Based Persecution of Palestinian Children. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Children on their way to school in the West Bank, September 16, 2026. | © 2026 John Wessels/AFP via Getty Images | A UN Commission of Inquiry concluded on October 14 that Israeli authorities have committed the crime against humanity of persecution against Palestinian children. Their findings recognize an important dimension that has not been given enough attention: children in the West Bank have been deliberately targeted—not just because of their nationality, race or ethnicity but also due to their age—in attacks causing serious bodily and mental harm. After making the…
(2026-10-29). Activist in DR Congo Faces Military Trial. hrw.org More than three months have passed since plainclothes security officers arrested pro-democracy activist Clovis Kakule Mutsuva on July 18 in North Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Mutsuva, 32, is awaiting trial before a military court on several charges. | Click to expand Image | Clovis Kakule Mutsuva. | © Private…
(2026-10-29). US: New Hurdles to Having Votes Counted. hrw.org Click to expand Image | US election workers open and inspect mail-in ballot envelopes during processing inside the Maricopa County Tabulation and Election Center (MCTEC) on Election Day, November 5, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona. | © 2024 Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-10-29). Sri Lanka: Organized Crime Bill Violates Rights Standards. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A police anti-riot unit in Colombo, Sri Lanka, January 30, 2024. | © 2024 Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto via AP Photo | (New York) — The Sri Lankan government's Prevention of Organised Crimes Bill, submitted to parliament on October 20, 2026, risks enabling arbitrary detention, torture, and other rights violations, Human Rights Watch said today. The proposed law, alongside the Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill submitted on October 6, reproduces abusive provisions in existing counterterrorism laws that would allow continuing abuses that the government had pledged to en…
(2026-10-29). Yemen: Houthis Depriving Taizz Civilians of Food, Medicine. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People fill jerrycans with water at a distribution point in Taizz, Yemen, October 20, 2026. | © 2026 AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — A long-running humanitarian crisis in Taizz, Yemen's third-largest city, has drastically worsened since October 2026, when the Houthi armed group forces fully encircled the city and blocked and attacked the remaining major supply route, Human Rights Watch said today. Since then, there have been severe shortages of fuel, food, water, medicine, cooking gas, and access by humanitarian agencies.Houthi forces have surrounded Taizz since 2015, early…
(2026-10-29). North Korea fires dozen ballistic missiles toward East Sea: South Korea. tribune.com.pk North Korea fired around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles towards the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan, on Thursday, the South Korean army said, according to local media. | The missiles were launched from the Wonsan area, with further analysis of their flight distances and other specifications underway, Seoul-based Yonhap News reported, citing the Joint Chiefs of Staff. | The army said it had stepped up surveillance and remained vigilant against any potential additional launches while maintaining a robust defence posture through close information-sharing with the US and Japan related to the lates…