(2026-05-13). Israel strikes Lebanon as 380 reported killed since April 17 ceasefire. scmp.com Israel hammered south Lebanon with strikes on Tuesday ahead of talks between the two countries in Washington, as Beirut reported 380 people killed in Israeli attacks since an April 17 ceasefire took effect. | Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem vowed to turn the battlefield into "hell" for Israeli forces, and insisted his Iran-backed group's weapons would not be up for discussion at the talks on Thursday and Friday, after the US had called for its disarmament.
(2026-05-13). South Korea reviews phased support for Strait of Hormuz security efforts. geo.tv 
South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-Back, speaks during the joint press conference with U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, following the 57th Security Consultative Meeting at the Defense Ministry in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. — ReutersSEOUL: South Korea is…
2026-05-13: üò± Israel Just ATTACKED the Collective West | Eugene Doyle
The attack on the global Sumud Flotilla was a deliberate attack on the citizens of western countries, including the US, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The most shameful part of this is of course the implicit cooperation of those very governments'especially Greece but the EU more generally'silently nodding off on Israel committing piracy and acts of war in international waters. This marks the first time that Israel projects its military power deep into the waters off the cost of Europe and it sets a most dangerous precedent for all citizens of Europe: If Israel wills it, you are going to be beaten and abducted, wherever you are, and your governments are going to help us do so.
(2026-05-13). South Korea moves towards joining war against Iran. wsws.org An attack involving two "unidentified airborne objects" on a South Korean-operated ship in the Strait of Hormuz last week is being seized upon by Seoul as a possible pretext to join the US-led war against Iran.
(2026-05-13). Vietnam asks US to allow 'extremely important' oil tanker to slip past Hormuz blockade. scmp.com Vietnam's state oil company urged the US to let a supertanker pass through an American naval blockade outside the Persian Gulf, saying the shipment is critical to the Asian country's economy. | The very large crude carrier Agios Fanourios I, managed by Athens-based Eastern Mediterranean Maritime, performed a mid-ocean U-turn on Monday at around the point where the US blockade begins. It had only just cleared the Strait of Hormuz, holding 1.99 million barrels of Iraq's Basrah Medium crude, when it…
(2026-05-13). Trump says he does not need China's help to end Iran war. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he does not think he will need China's help to end the war with Iran, even as hopes for a lasting peace deal dwindled and Tehran tightened its grip over the Strait of Hormuz. | Ahead of a high-stakes summit in Beijing, Trump said he did not think he would need to enlist Chinese President Xi Jinping to resolve the conflict, which has continued to block maritime traffic that normally provides one-fifth of the world's oil supply. | "I don't think we need any help with Iran. We'll win it one way or the other, peacefully or otherwise," he told reporters. | More than one mon…
(2026-05-13). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-13). Trump's Iran U-turn won't solve Israel's insecurity Trap. juancole.com ( It's possible that this latest instance, the pausing of military action over the Strait of Hormuz, stems from a realisation among some of his advisers that this is a war the US cannot win. More likely, though, it i…
(2026-05-13). Picking up on the vibes in Beijing before major Trump-Xi visit. responsiblestatecraft.org President Trump's impending meeting with President Xi in Beijing will naturally be largely devoted to discussing the Iran War. That war and this meeting are also a good opportunity to discuss U.S. establishment attitudes to China, and one pernicious illusion in particular. Much Western analysis of the background to the summit has emphasized that Trump's disastrous decision to attack Iran has put Xi in a much
(2026-05-13). Trump vows to push Xi to 'open up' China at superpower summit. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump said he would ask Xi Jinping to "open up" China to American firms as he headed to Beijing on Wednesday for a high-stakes summit that will also bring up the Iran war. | In a sign of Trump's focus on business, Nvidia chief Jensen Huang boarded Air Force One during a stopover in Alaska, with Tesla's Elon Musk also travelling on the presidential plane to China. | "I will be asking President Xi, a Leader of extraordinary distinction, to 'open up' China so that these brilliant people can work their magic, and help bring the People's Republic to an even higher level!" Trump wrote…
(2026-05-13). US Treasury's Bessent, China's He hold talks in South Korea ahead of Trump-Xi summit. geo.tv 
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, during their meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Seoul, South Korea, May 13, 2026. — ReutersBessent and He Lifeng hold talks at the airport.Each met South Korean president separately.Talks to…
(2026-05-13). Oil prices slip on teetering Iran ceasefire as Trump heads to China. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices fell on Wednesday, snapping a three-day rally as investors awaited developments around the fragile Middle East ceasefire and braced for a high-stakes summit in China between United States President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping. | Brent crude futures dropped $1.22, or 1.1%, to $106.55 a barrel at 0410 GMT while US West Texas Intermediate futures fell $1.16, or 1.1%, to $101.02. | Both benchmarks have largely hovered around or above the $100 per barrel mark since the US and Israel began attacks on Iran at the end of February, and Tehran effectiv…
(2026-05-13). Trump threatens Iran will be "decimated" if it does not accept US dictated deal. wsws.org Speaking to reporters before departing for China on Tuesday, President Trump said the US would only accept a "good deal" to end the war against Iran or the country "would be decimated," adding, "one way or another, we win."
(2026-05-13). Agent Orange to visit China, hat in hand! indybay.org POTUS 47 Donald Trump will be arriving in Beijing to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, May 14. The Western "Corporate-bin-Laden" media is full of NeoLiberal/Imperialist spin on how Donald (aka "TACO") Trump will try to pressure China into a moderating voice in getting Tehran to accept the American "peace" plan for ending the illegal Zionist-US War on Iran. The reality is, for Mr. WHO(White House Occupier), that'll happen when Pigs Fly!
(2026-05-13). China-US trade talks kick off in Seoul ahead of high-profile leaders' summit. scmp.com Senior officials from China and the United States have started a new round of trade talks in Seoul, South Korea, hours ahead of US President Donald Trump's scheduled arrival in Beijing. | The delegations — led by Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent — arrived at Terminal 1 of Incheon Airport around noon on Wednesday Seoul time. | The two officials had both paid courtesy calls to South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in the morning.
(2026-05-13). Great Satan at the Strait: Iran, International law, and the collapse of the "rules-based order" mronline.org 
This investigation excavates how Associated Press reporting frames U.S.-Israeli coercion as diplomacy while presenting Iranian sovereignty as instability and defiance. It reconstructs the omitted legal, geopolitical, and economic terrain surrounding the war, exposing the contradiction between the UN Charter system and the operational reality of imperial power. It reframes the conflict as part of a …
(2026-05-13). War On Iran: — Saudis blame Israel — Neocon Grandee concedes defeat. mronline.org 
Trump still hasn't recognized that, after he has lost the war, the sanctions game is also over. It is certainly not in Chinese, or anyone other's interest to help the U.S. to regain the hegemonic position it has now lost in the Gulf.
(2026-05-13). Why Tehran Sees the UAE as the Weak Link in the Gulf Alliance. thinktank.pk The Middle East's geopolitical fault lines are shifting rapidly as tensions between Iran, the United States, Israel, and Gulf countries intensify. Among the Gulf states, the United Arab Emirates has increasingly emerged as a central focus of Iranian rhetoric, military signaling, and strategic messaging. While the UAE has long attempted to balance economic pragmatism with …
(2026-05-13). Why Gulf data centers became deliberate targets in Iran War. responsiblestatecraft.org Iranian Shahed drones
(2026-05-13). Fidel Against Fascism: The Cuban Revolution as a Latin American Alternative. radiohc.cu Dictatorships in Latin America are a historical phenomenon that dates back to the 19th century, following the independence movements and the emergence of new nations on the continent. In most cases, these authoritarian regimes were supported by the United States, which, under the Monroe Doctrine, considered itself entitled to intervene in the destinies of Latin American peoples.
(2026-05-13). Tobacco Factories in Cuba Adopt Solar Energy to Ensure Production. radiohc.cu The Tobacco Collection, Processing, and Rolling Enterprise (ABTT) in Las Tunas, in Cuba, has taken a firm step toward energy sustainability. Nearly 60 kilowatts of solar electricity are now generated in that eastern province thanks to the installation of photovoltaic panels in its factories, boosting production for both the domestic market and exports.
(2026-05-13). History of U.S.-Cuba Turmoil and the Possibility of a Full-Scale War! portside.org History of U.S.-Cuba Turmoil and the Possibility of a Full-Scale War! |
(2026-05-13). Cuba Is Not Alone: Japan Supports the Installation of Renewable Energy in the Island's Hospitals. radiohc.cu By Alejandra Garcia | In a joint effort to ensure the continuity of medical services amid the energy crisis faced by Cuba, the Japanese government, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), will provide support to implement renewable energy solutions in hospitals across several Cuban provinces. This project, coordinated by the Ministry of Public Health of Cuba (MINSAP) and with technical cooperation from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), aims to strengthen critical hospital infrastructure through the use of sustainable technologies adapted to the specific needs of each healthcare fac…
(2026-05-13). 'It's a failed nation': Trump pressures Cuba as fuel crisis deepens. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump has called Cuba 'a failed nation', as his administration expands its pressure campaign.
(2026-05-13). Colaborador británico Rob Miller recibió Distinción Cultural en Cuba. radiohc.cu El organizador del Festival de Cine Screencuba.uk, en Reino Unido, Rob Miller recibió este marte en La Habana, la Distinción por la Cultura cubana, por su aporte a la restauración del patrimonio cinematográfico de la isla. | La ceremonia transcurrió en la sede del Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industria Cinematográficos (Icaic), donde el ministro de Cultura, Alpidio Alonso, entregó el reconocimiento a nombre del movimiento de solidaridad británico. | De acuerdo con la resolución del Ministerio de Cultura (Mincult), la proyección de filmes cubanos en territorio británico, a cargo Rob Miller y su equipo, ha recaudado…
(2026-05-13). Cuba no amenaza, Cuba es constantemente amenazada, afirma Díaz-Canel. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel afirmó este martes que "en más de seis décadas de Revolución socialista, a noventa millas de EE.UU., jamás ha salido de este territorio una sola acción ofensiva contra la seguridad nacional de ese país".En todo caso, y así está probado, documentado y hasta reconocido por organismos internacionales y agencias estadounidenses de administraciones anteriores, Cuba ha contribuido con EE.UU. a preservar su seguridad en el enfrentamiento a delitos transnacionales de diversa índole", subrayó en sus redes…
(2026-05-13). Cuba actualizará precios de combustibles en divisas. radiohc.cu El Ministerio cubano de Finanzas y Precios (MFP) informó este martes que, a partir del próximo viernes 15 de mayo a las 00: 00 horas, los precios de venta en divisas de los combustibles se actualizarán hacia el alza o la baja, de acuerdo con los costos reales de cada operación específica. | La medida se debe al recrudecimiento del bloqueo económico, comercial, financiero y energético impuesto por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra el pueblo de Cuba. | Según el organismo, la decisión responde a la drástica disminución de los suministros de combustibles provocada por las órdenes ejecutivas del 29 de enero y el 1 d…
(2026-05-13). Campesinos cubanos destacados reciben condecoración. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CCPCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel asistió este martes, en La Habana, al acto de condecoraciones estatales de la Asociación Nacional de Agricultores Pequeños (ANAP), que celebrará el próximo 17 de mayo su aniversario 65 y el Día del Campesino cubano. | En el encuentro se reconoció a integrantes de la organización campesina que en sus años de labor han contribuido al desarrollo económico-social del país, desde la producción agrícola y la defensa de la Patria. | Durante la cita se entregaron el Título Honorífico de Héroe del…
(2026-05-13). Canciller de Cuba desmiente ayuda humanitaria desde EEUU. radiohc.cu El ministro cubano de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez desmintió este martes el ofrecimiento de ayuda humanitaria monetaria para la isla desde Estados Unidos. | En su cuenta en la red social X, escribió: Alguien debería preguntar al secretario de Estado de Estados Unidos sobre la fábula del supuesto ofrecimiento de 100 millones de dólares en ayuda humanitaria a Cuba, que aquí nadie conoce". | Agregó el canciller que "sería bueno saber quién específicamente le aportaría el dinero, si se entregaría en efectivo para necesidades fundamentales, como combustible, alimentos y medicinas, o si sería una entrega mater…
(2026-05-13). "No to the War Against Cuba" : Urgent rally in front of the Cuban Embassy in Madrid / Sunday, May 17. radiohc.cu 
Various solidarity groups are calling for a rally in front of the Cuban Embassy in Madrid next Sunday, May 17, at 1: 00 p.m., to protest the policy of aggression and economic blockade imposed by the United States against the island. | The demonstration will take place at Paseo de La Habana 194 and is part of the international campaign in support of the Cuban people under the hashtags #LetCubaLive and #NoWarOnCuba.
(2026-05-13). New container with 3.7 million syringes and needles boosts healthcare in Santiago de Cuba. radiohc.cu 
On Monday, May 11th, the seventh container of medical aid for 2026 was loaded from the Community of Madrid, destined for the healthcare network in Santiago de Cuba. | This shipment consists of 57 pallets containing 900,000 syringes and 2,800,000 hypodermic needles, valued at ‚Ǩ200,000. | The donation was made by Cartronic Memory to SODePAZ — Medicuba Spain, while the freight was paid by Medicuba Europe. | A second container with the remaining aid is scheduled to arrive at the end of May. | [ SOURCE: www.cubainformación.tv ]…
(2026-05-13). Two years on: upgrading the Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah. icrc.org For families in Gaza, the Red Cross Field Hospital has been a lifeline. Two years on, this upgrade enables the lifeline to continue.
(2026-05-13). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-13). Thursday 5/28: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-05-13). Gaza: Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah undergoes overhaul to continue addressing urgent health-care needs. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Thursday 5/14: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-05-13). Venezuela: Exclusions, Procedures Mar Amnesty Law. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Relatives of detainees held for political reasons wait outside El Helicoide, headquarters of Venezuela's intelligence service and a detention center, after the National Assembly approved an amnesty bill in Caracas, Venezuela, February 19, 2026. | © 2026 AP Photo/Cristian Hernandez…
(2026-05-13). Tens of thousands protest in Argentina over Milei university cuts. aljazeera.com Argentines protest Javier Milei's deep cuts to tuition-free universities as staff wages plunge and funding law stalls.
(2026-05-13). Animation-themed equipment exhibition helps exhibitors expand diverse business opportunities. ecns.cn The 2026 Asian Animation and Game Production Technology and Equipment Exhibition was held from May 10 to 12 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou. The exhibition brought together more than 500 high-quality exhibitors from China and abroad, connecting global cultural tourism, IP and digital technology industry resources to help participating companies expand diversified business opportunities.
(2026-05-13). Food systems and policies undermining food security. mronline.org 
Agribusinesses increasingly shape food policies worldwide. Claiming to best address recent food security concerns, they profit more from innovations in food production, processing, and distribution.
(2026-05-13). The Battle for Truth: Why World News Media Congress 2026 Is Globally Important. thinktank.pk As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes journalism, elections, public discourse, and the global information ecosystem, the 77th World News Media Congress (WNMC 2026) in Marseille is emerging as one of the most important gatherings for the future of press freedom and democratic communication. Hosted by the World Association of News Publishers and bringing together nearly 1,000 …
(2026-05-13). French president's onstage outburst in Kenya overshadows Africa bid. scmp.com French President Emmanuel Macron is facing backlash after he interrupted a panel at the Africa Forward Summit in Kenya to demand silence from the audience. | Macron stormed the stage to rebuke audience members for what he called a "total lack of respect", accusing them of disrupting speakers during a presentation by artists and young entrepreneurs. He had earlier described himself as a "Pan-Africanist" during a news conference.
(2026-05-13). Middle East tensions deepen Sudan's humanitarian crisis, says OCHA. ecns.cn The escalation of conflict in the Middle East since late February has worsened Sudans already catastrophic situation.An estimated 33.7 million people across the country require humanitarian assistance this year — the highest number recorded globally.
(2026-05-13). Pediatric drug access receives policy boost. ecns.cn China plans to improve access to pediatric drugs, with a focus on boosting research and development and strengthening supply chain stability, according to a guideline recently released by the National Health Commission and seven government departments.
(2026-05-13). Gold miners hike overseas capacity in Q1. ecns.cn Major Chinese gold enterprises demonstrated strong overseas capacity expansion in the first quarter of 2026, producing 24.17 metric tons of mined gold abroad, a robust 30.77 percent increase that helped stabilize overall supply chains, according to the China Gold Association.
(2026-05-13). US' scientific self-harm will only help China. scmp.com After the Louisiana Purchase from France in 1803, which almost doubled the size of the United States' territory, US president Thomas Jefferson commissioned the legendary Lewis and Clark expedition, which surveyed new routes from the Missouri river to the Pacific coast. It also carried out work in agriculture, ethnography (with indigenous peoples) and geography. | Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, that was the kind of science the US government was willing to pay for — practical,…
(2026-05-13). Xi'an-Shiyan high-speed railway tests full-line operation. ecns.cn On May 12, in Xi'an, the DJ602 comprehensive inspection train departed smoothly from Xi'an East Railway Station in Shaanxi Province and traveled along the main line of the Xi'an-Shiyan High-Speed Railway, crossing the Qinling Mountains to reach Shiyan East Railway Station in Hubei Province, marking the official launch of full-line testing for the entire route.
(2026-05-13). Pakistan receives $1.3b tranche from IMF: SBP. tribune.com.pk 
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said on Wednesday it had received about $1.3 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) programmes, in a post on X.
(2026-05-13). South Africa welcomes China's zero-tariff preference scheme. sanews.gov.za South Africa welcomes China's zero-tariff preference scheme | The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, has welcomed the announcement by the Government of the People's Republic of China that introduces a temporary zero-tariff preference scheme for 20 non-least developed African countries, including South Africa. | The measure follows an announcement by Chinese President Xi Jinping on 14 February 2026 that China would implement zero-tariff treatment for African countries with which it has diplomatic relations. | Least developed countries are already benefiting from duty-free access to the Chines…
(2026-05-13). Digital access alone not enough to unlock SA's connectivity potential: Minister Malatsi. sanews.gov.za Digital access alone not enough to unlock SA's connectivity potential: Minister Malatsi | While South Africa has made significant progress in connecting citizens to the internet, Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi says more must be done to unlock the full potential of connectivity. | According to the recently released Digital Infrastructure Investment Study commissioned by the Development Bank of South Africa, the true connectivity access gap is now only 2.2% of all South African households. | "South Africa has made commendable progress in the delivery of digital infrastructure. But -…
(2026-05-13). One Nation rise can be countered. socialist-alliance.org 
The Pauline Hanson One Nation (PHON) party's victory in the federal seat of Farrer by-election is an advance for racist, anti-immigrant and right-wing politics.
(2026-05-13). Troubles at NuScale Power, Fermi America. wattsupwiththat.com Energy hyperbole and the madness of crowds are evident with both NuScale Power and Fermi America. Bubbles burst.
(2026-05-13). Deputy President urges traditional leadership to drive development and social change. sanews.gov.za Deputy President urges traditional leadership to drive development and social change | While honouring the heritage of traditional leadership in the fight against colonialism, Deputy President Paul Mashatile has underscored that traditional leadership should not be confined to preserving heritage alone, but must also play an active role in addressing pressing challenges such as service delivery failures, socio-economic development, youth empowerment, and gender equality. | "We gather here with a clear and urgent task before us: to advance land rights and socio-economic development, to strengthen traditional insti…
(2026-05-13). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-13). Wednesday 5/13: Conversation with Rep. Rashida Tlaib: 78 Years Since the Nakba. indybay.org Online | www.imeupolicyproject.org/nakba-convo…
(2026-05-13). Defend DACA Nurses! Kaiser CNA-NNU Rally In San Francisco To Protest Attack On Nurse. indybay.org Kaiser is attacking a CNA NNU Kaiser nurse by refusing to provide administrative leave for her paper to come through from the government. Unlike UC nurses Kaiser is moving to terminate her.
(2026-05-13). 90 years of Charlie Chaplin's Modern Times. wsws.org Released under tumultuous social, political and economic circumstances, Chaplin's movie retains the artistic, cultural, political and social significance it had in 1936.
(2026-05-13). Rising fertilizer prices, shortages threaten Sri Lankan farmers with disaster. wsws.org The problems facing the peasantry can only be solved through a struggle against capitalism in unity with the working class.
(2026-05-13). Australia: Labor government's pro-business budget targets the disabled and poor. wsws.org Amid a cost-of-living crisis, the government is carrying out an onslaught against the most vulnerable sections of the working class, including the disabled and the poor.
(2026-05-13). China leads five new ISO standards in natural gas sector. ecns.cn The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has issued five international standards in the natural gas sector led by China, according to media reports.
(2026-05-13). Saturday 5/16: 8th Annual HDSA San Jose Team Hope 5K Timed Run & 5K Walk. indybay.org Campbell Park at E Campbell Ave & Gilman Ave, Campbell, CA 95006…
(2026-05-13). Zelenskyy's ex-chief of staff appears in court in money-laundering case. aljazeera.com Andriy Yermak is suspected in an alleged $10.5m money-laundering scheme involving a luxury real estate development.
(2026-05-13). UN expands Nairobi hub to boost Global South representation. ecns.cn The United Nations on Monday commenced construction of a new state-of-the-art conference complex at its Nairobi headquarters, a landmark $340 million investment expected to transform the Kenyan capital into one of the organization's largest diplomatic hubs and deepen Africa's role in global decision-making.
(2026-05-13). Fighting in Sudan's Blue Nile State displaces thousands. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Hiba Morgan reports from Al Karama camp in Al-Damazin, Blue Nile State, southeastern Sudan.
(2026-05-13). The AI Mythos: If We Can Destroy the World, Imagine What We Can Do for Your Hedge Fund. scheerpost.com Jim Naureckas FAIR You ever wonder why people who make AI talk about how AI might destroy humanity—but still keep making AI? Brian Phillips of the Ringer (5/6/26) has a plausible explanation. Writing about Anthropic's announcement that it wasn't going to release a new product, Claude Mythos, to the public because it was too dangerous, Phillips notes: The AI industry …
(2026-05-13). Long March rocket sends broadband satellites into orbit. ecns.cn China launched a group of 18 communications satellites from the Taiyuan Space Launch Center in Shanxi province on Tuesday evening, deploying the eighth batch of space-based assets of the Spacesail Constellation in orbit.
(2026-05-13). Why Europe Is Taking the Hantavirus Threat More Seriously Now. thinktank.pk A growing hantavirus outbreak linked to an international cruise ship has triggered alarm across Europe after a French woman was placed in critical condition in a Paris hospital. Health authorities are now racing to trace passengers, quarantine contacts, and prevent wider transmission as fears grow about the rare Andes strain of hantavirus that can spread …
(2026-05-13). China launches space experiment on artificial embryos. ecns.cn China has launched what it described as the world's first space-based experiment on artificial embryos, sending the project aboard the Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft on Sunday.
(2026-05-13). South Sudan: The country's humanitarian needs continue to rise. icrc.org Joint SSRC-IFRC-ICRC News Release…
(2026-05-13). Ronaldo's Al-Nassr kept waiting for Saudi Pro League title by own goal. aljazeera.com Goalkeeper Bento's bizarre injury-time own goal denies Al-Nassr a title-crowning 1-0 win over rivals Al Hilal at home.
(2026-05-13). Meteorologists warn of hotter, wetter summer ahead. ecns.cn China is expected to experience higher-than-average temperatures during the upcoming flood season.
(2026-05-13). Australia, Fiji sign new security agreement aimed against China. wsws.org The upgraded Vuvale Union is part of an expanding web of alliances and arrangements escalating Pacific involvement in the US-led preparations for war against China.
(2026-05-13). The California refinery crisis is a national security risk for America. wattsupwiththat.com The supply chain of fuels and products refined from raw crude oil will face severe imbalances, most likely leading to higher costs and shortages for future generations.
(2026-05-13). Deep-sea smart aquaculture ship harvests 12 tons of Atlantic salmon. ecns.cn A giant smart aquaculture ship developed in Qingdao, Shandong province has successfully harvested its first batch of premium salmon, marking a breakthrough in China's push toward high-quality deep-sea fisheries.
(2026-05-13). Starmer at risk because he pushed Labour to be 'new Conservative Party'. aljazeera.com Author Oliver Eagleton explains why British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fighting for his job.
(2026-05-13). Tencent given conditional approval for Ximalaya acquisition. ecns.cn China's market regulator has conditionally approved Tencent's acquisition of podcasting and audio platform Ximalaya, imposing a series of restrictions aimed at curbing anti-competitive behavior in China's rapidly expanding online audio and music streaming markets.
(2026-05-13). The US Doesn't Give a Shit About Drug Traffic. orinocotribune.com By José Luis Granados Ceja — May 7, 2026 | For all their bluster about the dangers from "narcoterrorist" organizations, we need to be clear: the US doesn't give a shit about drug trafficking, especially the Donald Trump administration. If they did, the US president wouldn't have pardoned and released former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández, a narco trafficker convicted in New York who, according to leaked audios, is returning the favor by conspiring against leftist governments in the region. If Washington gave a shit about organized crime, their closest regional ally would not be Ecuador's Daniel No…
(2026-05-13). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-05-13). Ukraine's conscription crisis is getting increasingly bloody. responsiblestatecraft.org The war in Ukraine has been defined by periodic bursts of certainty that Russia is on the back foot, if not close to collapse, and that Ukraine, conversely, is inches away from victory. We
(2026-05-13). China, U.S. can inject impetus into recovery. ecns.cn As the world's two largest economies, China and the United States can benefit businesses on both sides and inject fresh momentum into global economic recovery by finding more common ground and working together to manage differences, said economists and business executives.
(2026-05-13). ILO Labor Treaty Should Protect All Gig Workers. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Delivery workers driving through New Delhi, India, 2026. | © 2026 Human Rights Watch | (New York) — Gig workers around the world experience long hours, unpredictable and declining pay, and serious safety risks, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. Governments negotiating a landmark treaty under the International Labour Organization (ILO) on platform work in June 2026 should adopt strong, binding standards to ensure fair pay, safe working conditions, and access to social security for gig workers worldwide.The multimedia report, "Algorithms of Exploitation: Right…
(2026-05-13). If Starmer Gets His Way, Reform Not The Greens Will Be His Legacy. scheerpost.com Jonathan Cook Substack [First published by Middle East Eye] There are two conclusions to be drawn from last week's momentous local elections in Britain. The first, and most obvious, is that two-party politics in the UK is now finished. After a century of being at the centre of British political life, Labour's time is over. It …
(2026-05-13). Sunday 7/19: 5th Annual Ride for Palestine. indybay.org 1101 8th St, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-05-13). Indaba an opportunity to profile SA's national parks. sanews.gov.za Indaba an opportunity to profile SA's national parks | Africa's Travel Indaba provides a powerful continental and global platform to position national parks not only as tourism destinations, but as offerings that contribute meaningfully to nature, community development, cultural heritage, and economic inclusion. ⚪ This is according to the South African National Parks (SANParks) Chief Executive Officer, Hapiloe Sello, who spoke on the sidelines of the Indaba that is currently underway in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. ⚪ The Indaba, which kicked off on Tuesday, was addressed by President Cyril Ramaphosa and is being hel…
(2026-05-13). 2026 Leidesdorff Plaza – Diamond Jubilee, "Gum Saan" from Chinatown SF to Chinatown Folsom. indybay.org Leidesdorff Street Downtown San Francisco to Leidesdorff Street City of Folsom was the destination of "gold seekers" to "Gum Saan" or Gold Mountain, for thousands of early Chinese Gold Miners.
(2026-05-13). Protection of health care in armed conflict: UN Security Council Resolution 2286 10 years on. icrc.org Briefing by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council Arria-formula Meeting: "A Decade of Resolution 2286: Protecting Medical Care in Conflict Amid Evolving Threats".
(2026-05-13). Joint call by the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Director-General of the World Health Organization and the International President of Médecins Sans Frontières. icrc.org States should uphold and strengthen the protection of medical care in armed conflict on the 10th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 2286…
(2026-05-13). South Texas horror: 7 immigrants, including 14-year-old boy, die after being trapped in rail container. wsws.org The deaths in Texas are the latest social crime produced by the bipartisan anti-immigrant policies of the US government.
(2026-05-13). Saturday 6/13: San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival Opening Celebration. indybay.org 830 Sacramento Street San Francisco, CA 94108…
(2026-05-13). Interfaith Pilgrimage From Oakland City Hall to Airport to Protest Israeli Crimes. indybay.org FedEx goes into hidihg…
(2026-05-13). Egypt ready to enhance comprehensive strategic partnership with China, says PM. ecns.cn Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said on Tuesday that relations between Egypt and China maintain a strong momentum of development, and Egypt hopes to further strengthen the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries and is willing to work with Xinhua News Agency to expand media cooperation and cultural exchange activities.
(2026-05-13). Mexico, CIA reject report of US assassination campaign against cartels. aljazeera.com Rebuttals come after US media report alleges that the CIA has 'directly participated' in deadly anti-cartel operations.
(2026-05-13). Peru presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez charged with financial crimes. aljazeera.com Prosecutor calls for leftist candidate to be jailed for five years and four months over false financial disclosures.
(2026-05-13). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-05-13). UK and China celebrate the 55th anniversary of ping-pong diplomacy in London. ecns.cn China and the UK marked the 55th anniversary of ping-pong diplomacy at a special event in London on Monday, celebrating the role table tennis has played in strengthening ties between the two countries.
(2026-05-13). Still, By Any Means Necessary: The Life of Malcolm Shabazz, Grandson of Malcolm X. orinocotribune.com 
Editorial note: Orinoco Tribune does not generally publish pieces older than two weeks. However, an exception is being made in this case as the current article remains as relevant today as when it was first published. | By Yahia Hassani — Feb 22, 2024 | In the US, February marks Black History Month, a month-long commemoration of African-American history and achievements. The lives of many civil rights leaders, activists, and revolutionaries are celebrated, including legendary figures like the martyr of Islam, Hajj Malik el-Shabbaz, better known as Malcolm X. However, many may not have ever heard of Malcolm X…
(2026-05-13). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-05-13). New York City transit workers confront need for fight against Wall Street and Mamdani. wsws.org A strike would shut down the center of American and world finance and set the stage for a far broader movement of the working class against inequality and exploitation.
(2026-05-13). FBI Director Kash Patel fires back at drinking allegations. aljazeera.com FBI Director Kash Patel and Senator Chris Van Hollen had a heated exchange during a Senate budget hearing.
(2026-05-13). Three Rivers American Axle workers vote 98 percent to authorize strike. wsws.org American Axle parts workers overwhelmingly authorized a strike, joining Nexteer employees in a rank-and-file rebellion against decades of wage cuts and UAW sellouts.
(2026-05-13). Agreement Secures Strong Protections for World's Oldest Oak in California. indybay.org JURUPA VALLEY, Calif., May 12, 2026 — Conservation groups and Southern California developers reached an agreement today to create conservation areas and improve wildlife connectivity to help safeguard the world's oldest known living oak — a plant that is at least 13,000 years old with cultural significance to local Tribes.
(2026-05-13). 42,000 UC healthcare and service workers set to strike, as AFSCME and management near agreement: Build rank-and-file committees now! wsws.org On May 14, 42,000 University of California workers are set to strike in a major confrontation with the state's Democratic Party establishment.
(2026-05-13). Socialism AI and the political education of the working class. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Evan Blake, a Socialist Equality Party (US) National Committee member, at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-13). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-13). UK PM Starmer set to meet rival Streeting amid pledge to carry on governing. aljazeera.com UK PM, who is battling to remain in his job amid the resignations of ministers, is expected to hold talks with Streeting.
(2026-05-13). "We call on all those with influence and responsibility to uphold the protections that civilians, medical personnel, humanitarian workers and communities depend on" icrc.org A joint statement from President of the ICRC Mirjana Spoljaric and the President of the IFRC Kate Forbes…
(2026-05-13). The Spectral Palestinian: Presence Before Politics. juancole.com ( "One way to frame this political predicament of Palestinians is as being caught between visibility and invisibility. It captures this peculiar positio…
(2026-05-13). Unlocking Chinese Cities | How a local fruit is putting Huazhou on the global map. ecns.cn Huazhou, known as the hometown of Huajuhong, which is a prized variety of pomelo peel in Guangdong Province, is celebrating a strong harvest season.
(2026-05-13). Hantavirus outbreak renews painful memories for Patagonian village. tribune.com.pk 
Mailen Valle lost her father and two sisters during a hantavirus outbreak more than seven years ago in Epuyen, a village in Argentina's Patagonia region. | With the recent hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, hard memories have resurfaced for the 33-year-old. | "Losing my dad and my two sisters in less than a month…" she told AFP. | Her voice broke and she laughed nervously, opting to read from a prepared statement because she knew it would be hard to speak. | "Nobody was prepared to see how, in a matter of days, a family table was left empty," she said. | While the Hondius outbreak has left th…
(2026-05-13). Argentine city tries to shrug off hantavirus ship 'patient zero' suspicions. scmp.com Argentina's city "at the end of the world" Ushuaia, the jump-off point for expeditions to the Antarctic, has been labouring under suspicion of being the source of the deadly hantavirus outbreak that killed three cruise ship passengers. | The MV Hondius set sail from this spectacular Patagonian port, sandwiched between snow-capped mountains and the South Atlantic, on April 1.
(2026-05-13). More Billionaire Advertising-Billionaire Lurie Pushes Alan Wong A Shill For Billionaires. indybay.org Billionaires are pushing Alan Wang in the election.
(2026-05-13). Bay Area Communities to Mark 13th Annual Anti-Chevron Day. indybay.org Events include Global Speakers, Festival, and March in Richmond…
(2026-05-13). UAW calls off bogus strike vote over subcontracting at Stellantis Sterling Heights Assembly as grueling 7-day schedule continues. wsws.org The claim by the local UAW to be waging a determined fight to defend jobs was exposed within a few days, when the UAW suddenly called off the vote and announced a settlement that does not guarantee a single job.
(2026-05-13). German government launches multiple attack on basic rights. wsws.org The German government is implementing the most extensive rearmament programme since Hitler – all to be financed by massive cuts to social services.
(2026-05-13). Xenophobia rears its ugly head on South Africa's streets. mronline.org 
Over 30 years since apartheid was abolished, nasty anti-migrant rhetoric sweeps the corporate media. The Commnunist Party is ready to fight back, says ROGER McKENZIE.
(2026-05-13). Pistorius in Kiev: Germany arms for war against Russia. wsws.org Almost 85 years after the German invasion of the Soviet Union, Berlin is once again driving forward a military offensive against Russia. The visit by Defence Minister Boris Pistorius to Kiev marks a new stage in German-Ukrainian arms integration.
(2026-05-13). Health care under fire: Ten years after Resolution 2286. icrc.org Scared, but doing it anyway – health care workers on saving lives when their own are at risk…
(2026-05-13). China's rural tap water coverage reaches 96 pct by end-2025. ecns.cn China's rural tap water coverage reached 96 percent by the end of 2025, the Ministry of Water Resources said Tuesday.
(2026-05-13). Minister Lamola arrives in India for BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting. sanews.gov.za Minister Lamola arrives in India for BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting | International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has arrived in New Delhi, India, for the Meeting of BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs/International Relations. ⚪ Lamola expressed confidence that the high-level deliberations will strengthen cooperation among BRICS member states, BRICS partner countries and international partners. ⚪ "Our presence here represents a concerted effort to shape a global architecture that is as sustainable as it is equitable. Through principled engagement and collaborative resolve, we seek to secur…
(2026-05-13). Shifting Security Approaches and Türkiye's Rising Strategic Role. unitedworldint.com/feed/ How is Türkiye's growing defense industry strength and multi-dimensional strategy shifting the balance of power? By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The conflict between the U.S. and Iran—which remains far from resolution and is rapidly generating global repercussions—has sparked profound debates not only about the balance of power in the Middle East but also about NATO's …
(2026-05-13). Special Tribunal orders freezing of businesswoman's assets following TERS 'abuse'. sanews.gov.za Special Tribunal orders freezing of businesswoman's assets following TERS 'abuse' | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed an order of the Special Tribunal to freeze a KwaZulu-Natal businesswoman's assets linked to the abuse of the Unemployment Insurance Fund Temporary Employee Relief Scheme (UIF TERS). | The woman, Yolanda Nombuso Mgobo, allegedly received more than R18 million from the scheme during the COVID-19 pandemic. | The SIU explained that Mgobo did not personally submit claims, however, her company received funds from other companies including Ezogu Trading (Pty) Ltd, Nakomang Trading Enterp…
(2026-05-13). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-05-13). 'Dopamine'-colored bus station in NW China injects vitality into Silk Road cultural tourism. ecns.cn As an important transit hub along the "Silk Road Tour" route, Lanzhou in Gansu Province, recently introduced a series of "dopamine"-colored bus cultural and creative scenes, transforming public transportation spaces into trendy check-in destinations and injecting new vitality into Silk Road cultural tourism.
(2026-05-13). Pharma reps face stricter restraints. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have clarified that the role of pharmaceutical representatives is to provide physicians with product information through academic exchanges and that they are strictly prohibited from offering commercial bribes.
(2026-05-13). Thursday 5/14: Art-in for Real Art & Human Artists, not Ai! Tues & Thurs thruout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Outside, in front of south wing entrance. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be. Media is there because ElonMusk is suing Sam Altman. We protest the broligarchy Nerd Reich!
(2026-05-13). Hong Kong pins focus on life sciences, embodied intelligence in AI push. ecns.cn Hong Kong will establish a committee on AI+ and industry development strategy to formulate strategies for driving industrial transformation through AI, with initial focus on life and health technology and embodied intelligence, John Lee, chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), said on Tuesday.
(2026-05-13). Wednesday 5/13: Voting Rights: What Constitutes Free and Fair Elections? (In-Person w/ LWV & MI). indybay.org Mechanics Institute | 57 Post Street | San Francisco, CA 94104…
(2026-05-13). More than R500 million disbursed for tourism businesses. sanews.gov.za More than R500 million disbursed for tourism businesses | Chief Executive Officer of the National Empowerment Fund, Muziwabantu Dayimani, says since the inception of the Tourism Transformation Fund (TTF), the Fund has approved 43 transactions valued at more than R510.51 million across nine provinces. | The TTF was established as a dedicated capital investment mechanism to accelerate transformation within South Africa's tourism sector to drive more inclusive participation by black-owned enterprises, women-owned businesses, youth entrepreneurs and community-based tourism initiatives. | Dayimani was speaking during…
(2026-05-13). Japan Expands Educational Diplomacy in Pakistan Through Books. thinktank.pk Japan has taken another major step toward strengthening its cultural and educational partnership with Pakistan by donating 168 English-language books to Allama Iqbal Open University under the "Read Japan Project," while also inaugurating the new Japan Pakistan Advancement Center (JPAC) to promote academic exchange, Japanese language learning, employment opportunities, and entrepreneurship. The initiative reflects Tokyo's …
(2026-05-13). Sunday 5/31: Celebration of Life for Delano Johnson, Executive Director, BayPoint Community All-N-One. indybay.org Ambrose Community Center, | 3105 Willow Pass Road, Bay Point, California…
(2026-05-13). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-13). Sunday 6/14: SAFAR: A Journey of Recollections. indybay.org Creativity Theater, Children's Creativity Museum, | Yerba Buena Gardens, 221 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-05-13). Saturday 6/20: San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival Friendship Races. indybay.org Lake Merced, 1 Harding Road San Francisco, CA 94132…
(2026-05-13). Supreme Court Temporarily Extends Abortion Pill Access, but 'Care Is Still Under Attack Every Day'. portside.org Supreme Court Temporarily Extends Abortion Pill Access, but 'Care Is Still Under Attack Every Day' |
(2026-05-13). Did Newsom's $3.8 Billion Hotels-To-Housing Program Pay off? We Filed 100 Records Requests To Find Out. scheerpost.com By Lauren Hepler and Marisa Kendall, CalMatters The Quality Inn & Suites building along Conejo Boulevard stands vacant in Thousand Oaks on Feb. 26, 2026. Photo by Julie Leopo-Bermudez for CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As COVID-19 tore through California, Jennifer Hark Dietz had a decision to …
(2026-05-13). Xi holds talks with Tajik president. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, who is on a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-05-13). The Electric Car won the Iran War: The Twilight of Oil. juancole.com Here is my column this month for the essential (
(2026-05-13). Socialist Alliance: Labor's budget a vicious attack on people with disabilities‚Ä®. socialist-alliance.org 
Labor's May 12 budget formalised the expected cut of $36.2 billion from the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) over the next four years, but without providing detail.
(2026-05-13). Sunday 5/10: Direct Action Workshop. indybay.org 3124 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley…
(2026-05-13). The Crisis of the Putin Regime and the Struggle for Historical Truth. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Andrei Ritsky, a representative of the Young Guard of Bolshevik-Leninists (YGBL), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-13). China launches new satellite group for commercial constellation. ecns.cn China sent a new satellite group into space from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province on Tuesday.
(2026-05-13). China, U.S. start economic, trade consultations in S. Korea. ecns.cn The Chinese and U.S. delegations convened on Wednesday for consultations on economic and trade issues at Incheon International Airport in South Korea.
(2026-05-13). 76ers fire Daryl Morey as president and keep Nick Nurse as coach, AP source says. whyy.org The Philadelphia 76ers have fired president Daryl Morey and decided to keep Nick Nurse as their coach after the team was swept in the Eastern Conference semifinals, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday night. | The 76ers were Bob Myers, the former Golden State Warriors genera…
(2026-05-13). Beijing leads way in improving entry policies as visa-free travel burgeons. ecns.cn China continues to expand its visa-free travel options, resulting in a growing number of foreign arrivals.
(2026-05-13). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Somalia's Child Malnutrition Nears Five-Year Highs. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Lebanese National Agency: 6 dead and 7 injured in night raid on home in Kafr Dunin. ecns.cn
(2026-05-13). Sunday 5/31: Vivienne Hay: Understanding Autism and Neurodiversity. indybay.org
(2026-05-13). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). ICRC president calls for sustained international engagement to prevent further military escalation in the Middle East during visit to Iraq. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). CBO: Golden Dome to cost $1.2 trillion. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-05-13). Iraq: ICRC president to meet senior officials, discuss humanitarian engagement on two-day visit. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Mozambique: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Argentines protest against Milei's defunding of public universities. aljazeera.com
(2026-05-13). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). The Judicial Training Institute at the Ministry of Justice and the ICRC Launch the First International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition for Universities in the UAE. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Message on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Egypt: ICRC, Al-Azhar University Emphasize Shared Principles Between IHL and Islamic Sharia. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Far-Right Nationalist Monarchists March in Paris. indybay.org The annual royalist tribute organized by the far-right nationalist promonarchist French political movement L'Action Franàßaise during the national holiday, Fête nationale de Jeanne d'Arc et du patriotisme, took place on May 10, featuring a parade, brief speeches, and flower-laying at the golden statue of France's patron saint in the Place des Pyramides.
(2026-05-13). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-13). Sunday 6/14: Reclaim Our Flag Day. indybay.org Gateway Plaza | 790 W El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | (at the corner of Castro & El Camino)…
(2026-05-13). Friday 5/15: Get the Flock Out of SF Peninsula. indybay.org Corner El Camino Real/Embarcadero in front of Town and Country Village lamp post | Palo Alto CA…
(2026-05-13). ICC: Landmark First Hearing in Libya Atrocity Case. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri appeared before Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, December 3, 2025. | © 2025 International Criminal Court…
(2026-05-13). Saturday 5/16: 78th Nakba Day of Remembrance: Kite Build and Solidarity Fly. indybay.org Brickyard Cove, Berkeley (park at Seabreeze Market & Deli – 598 University Ave, Berkeley)…
(2026-05-13). Sunday 6/14: Immigrant Rights Sunday at La Peña "Disappeared in Detention" indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center (3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley)…
(2026-05-13). Dazi zero all'Africa: la Cina apre il proprio mercato mentre l'Occidente resta prigioniero dei suoi riflessi neocoloniali. strategic-culture.su
(2026-05-12). Trump's 1-Hour Posting Frenzy Fuels Questions About His Mental Fitness. truthout.org On Monday night, President Donald Trump made a series of baseless and erratic accusations against his perceived political enemies, including expressing a desire to charge former President Barack Obama with sedition and treason over a conspiracy theory regarding the 2016 election. Over the period stretching from 12: 00 am ET on Monday through 9: 30 am ET on Tuesday, Trump posted or reposted 77… |
(2026-05-12). Israeli Forces Use Robots to Expand Offensive North of Lebanon's Litani River. news.antiwar.com With US-brokered talks between Israel and Lebanon just days away and the "ceasefire" still reported as in place, Israel continues to launch offensives deeper into Lebanon, with ground troops from the Golani Brigade backed by robots as they moved all the way to the Litani River, and beyond. The IDF claimed that the troops killed …
(2026-05-12). Weaponised antisemitism joins Israel's genocide denial tactics. newarab.com 
Genocide denial frameworks identify recurring strategies: minimising victim numbers, victim-blaming, questioning witnesses, and reframing violence as unavoidable. Contemporary discourse surrounding Gaza reproduces many of these strategies, but also extends beyond classical typologies of denial. | Unlike historical cases of genocide, which relied on reconstructing past events, Gaza has been a battlefield of competing narratives in real time. Instead of withholding information, Israeli and pro-Israeli systems of denial have reinterpreted and reconstructed information as it emerged. Even after major hostilities in G…
(2026-05-12). RTÉ pisses off Zionist Glinner by showing Father Ted instead of Eurovision. thecanary.co 
This weekend sees the return of the genocide supporting Eurovision song contest. Whilst Israel is still allowed to take part broadcasters such as RTÉ have announced they will not be boycotting. And the alternative viewing has got certain zionists spitting with rage. As the Canary's Robert Freeman reported, instead of the final of the child […] | By
(2026-05-12). After US aircraft carriers 'lose' to Iran, Trump sending secretive nuclear submarine for war. hindustantimes.com The U.S.-Iran standoff has entered a new and dangerous phase as Washington rolls out its most secretive nuclear hardware. After President Donald Trump rejected Iran's latest proposal as "totally unacceptable" and warned the ceasefire is on "life support," the Pentagon confirmed that a nuclear‚Äëarmed Ohio‚Äëclass submarine has surfaced in Gibraltar. Identified by reports as the USS Alaska, this strategic deterrent normally operates in total secrecy, making its sudden, public appearance a deliberate show of force. Capable of carrying Trident II ballistic missiles with multiple nucle…
(2026-05-12). Epstein files on display at New York pop-up exhibit, all 3.5 million pages. geo.tv 
An exterior view shows the "Donald J Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room" which contains bound volumes of the Epstein files, containing a total of 3.5 million pages in 3,437 bound volumes, displayed as a tribute to the survivors and victims of late convicted sex offender Jeffrey…
(2026-05-12). Amid Trump attacks and Epstein scandals, 4,000 graduate students strike at Harvard University. therealnews.com 
After 14 months of fruitless contract negotiations with the Harvard University administration, over 4,000 workers represented by the Harvard Graduate Students Union (HGSU-UAW Local 5118) walked off the job on an indefinite strike on April 21. According to the union, "Graduate student workers will suspend teaching and research labor until Harvard's bargaining team takes substantive action in addressing the union's key issues: pay that keeps pace with the rising cost of living, recourse for harassment and discrimination, support for non-citizen students, protections for academic freedom, and 'fair share fees'
(2026-05-12). IRGC Navy Claims Vast Expansion In Its Definition Of Strait Of Hormuz (Updated). twz.com 
(2026-05-12). From 'Taco' to 'Nacho': the new buzzword on Wall Street as Trump preps for China trip. scmp.com With a fragile US-Iran ceasefire barely holding, the Strait of Hormuz still blockaded, and all eyes on the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting, investors are embracing a new market narrative: "Nacho". | The acronym — short for "Not a chance Hormuz opens" — reflects a growing bet on prolonged gridlock and high oil prices.
(2026-05-12). Trump rejects 'garbage' Iran peace plan before heading to China. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said a month-long ceasefire with Iran was on "massive life support" as he rejected Tehran's response to a peace proposal. | The Iranian reply was a "piece of garbage", Trump told reporters in the White House on Monday. "I didn't even finish reading it." The comments helped to push the price of Brent crude oil above US$106 a barrel on Tuesday.
(2026-05-12). Big Tech Favoritism on Display with CEOs Set to Join Trump at China Summit. commondreams.org Sixteen Big Tech CEOs will be joining President Trump on his upcoming summit with president Xi Jinping in China this week, according to In response, Public Citizen co-president Robert Weissman issued the following statement: | "It's telling that when Donald Trump wants to put technology on the agenda for discussion with China, he turns to the Big Tech executives who are his donors, flatterers and enablers, rather…
(2026-05-12). Trump's 'art of the deal' playbook is failing as Beijing asserts itself. scmp.com Against the backdrop of a shifting diplomatic landscape, US President Donald Trump is set to arrive in Beijing this week for a high-stakes summit. While Washington frames the visit, delayed by the war in Iran, as a pivotal effort to rebalance ties, the bravado of maximum pressure masks a deepening domestic vulnerability. | Trump's arrival comes at a critical juncture; his administration faces multiple crises. The looming 2026 midterms have intensified pressure from a restless agricultural…
(2026-05-12). After nearly 9 years, Trump is landing in a totally different China. Is he ready? scmp.com US President Donald Trump's landmark visit to China comes as the US-Iran war disrupts global energy supplies, fuels economic uncertainty and adds fresh strain to Washington-Beijing ties. In this story, part of a series examining how rivalry, interdependence and geopolitical crises are reshaping the relationship between the two powers, we explore how the countries' standing in the world has changed — mostly to China's benefit — since Trump's previous trip. | When US President Donald Trump unleashed…
(2026-05-12). Watch: Netanyahu begs, tries to con China into ending support for Iran. thecanary.co 
Wanted Israeli war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu has been given yet another soft-soap interview by Zionist-run CBS. In it, Netanyahu railed about the US public's supposed hate for Israel but then turned, 'panicked', to first beg and then try to con China into ending its support for Iran. China has supplied Iran with high-grade satellite intel […] | By
(2026-05-12). Huckabee: Israel sent Iron Dome, personnel to UAE amid Iran war. newarab.com 
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(2026-05-12). First proof: Arabs bombed Iran directly, lied in public? Tehran fought Gulf nation, not just US-Israel. hindustantimes.com The UAE reportedly carried out direct but unacknowledged military strikes on Iran during the recent war, according to a Wall Street Journal report cited by Reuters and other follow-up coverage. The report says Abu Dhabi became an active combatant after coming under Iranian attack, with one of the alleged strikes targeting a refinery on Iran's Lavan Island in the Persian Gulf.
(2026-05-12). Hegseth Refused to Say If Parents Should Drop Child Care to Fund Military Budget. truthout.org On Tuesday, May 12, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified in back-to-back hearings before the House and Senate Appropriations Committees on the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Throughout the hearings, Hegseth defended Trump's defense budget request of $1.5 trillion. Hegseth was joined by General Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Jules Hurst III, the Pentagon's acting… |
(2026-05-12). Report: Saudi Arabia Launched Attacks Against Iran During US-Israeli Bombing Campaign. news.antiwar.com Reuters reported on Tuesday that Saudi Arabia launched numerous, unpublicized strikes against Iran during the US-Israeli bombing campaign, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury." The report came a day after The Wall Street Journal reported that the UAE also launched direct attacks on Iran, including one that came after the ceasefire between the US and Iran came …
(2026-05-12). Decades of Congressional Inaction Contributed to Illegal U.S.-Israeli War on Iran. progressivehub.net HANIEH JODAT | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-05-12). Pentagon Planning To Rename Iran War 'Operation Sledgehammer' If US Restarts Bombing Campaign. news.antiwar.com The Pentagon is considering renaming the war with Iran from "Operation Epic Fury" to "Operation Sledgehammer" if President Trump decides to restart the full-scale bombing campaign against Iran, NBC News reported on Tuesday. Sources also told NBC that the US currently has more firepower in the region before the US and Israel launched the war …
(2026-05-12). Trump Posts AI Photos Showing Attacks on Iranian Military as He Considers Restarting Full-Scale Bombing Campaign. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Tuesday morning posted a series of AI-generated photos on his Truth Social account, including some showing US military attacks on Iranian military assets, a bizarre threat that comes as he is considering restarting the full-scale bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic. "Lasers: Bing, Bing, Gone!!!" read one image, which showed a US …
(2026-05-12). Pentagon's Mindset On E-7 Radar Aircraft It Tried To Axe Has Completely Changed: Hegseth. twz.com 
E-7s to replace the Air Force's dwindling and aging fleet of E-3s are even more sorely needed now after one of the latter was lost to an Iranian attack.
(2026-05-12). La Enfermería, el acto noble de salvar. radiohc.cu 
Cuando muchos miran de lejos el peligro de morir; cuando, incluso, no queda otra medicina que la palabra, ahí están ellos salvando. Quizás, por esta verdad más rica que la vida misma, Martín Pérez González hizo de la Enfermería un acto de consagración elevado y noble. Consta en sus 43 años de servicio en el Hospital Provincial Pediátrico José Martí Pérez y en el historial de solidaridad protagonizado en Belice, Pakistán y Perú. | Cuando empezó a soñar los días frente a un paciente, vivía en la Cooperativa de Producción Agropecuaria La Nueva Cuba, de Cabaiguán; con el paso del tiempo, atrás quedaron los vegueríos…
(2026-05-12). Con Cuba, el pueblo británico. radiohc.cu 
Desde Londres, llegó a Cuba por las festividades del Primero de Mayo, la primera edición de la brigada Assata Shakur, integrada por una veintena de jóvenes y trayendo más de una tonelada en donación para el pueblo cubano. | La coordinadora Nuvpreet Kalra, comentó que tomaron el nombre de una líder del movimiento antiracial en Estados Unidos por su simbolismo en las luchas actuales, principalmente contra el imperialismo y por la autodeterminación de los pueblos. | El grupo vino a Cuba portando en su equipaje medicamentos, útiles escolares, equipos para la generación de energía y artículos para niños y embarazadas…
(2026-05-12). Urgent Call: Stand on the Side of Humanity! Stand With Cuba! radiohc.cu A important message from Claudia De la Cruz / Executive Director of IFCO | The economic siege against Cuba is a cruel and illegal act of war. A brutal and slow act of collective punishment. We condemn these cruel acts and are committed to fighting against them in defense of life. | "I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Choose life!" | (Deuteronomy 30: 19) | The U.S. blockade on Cuba is death. Let us choose life. | In the course of three months, the Trump administration has imposed a fuel blockade that has produced a deadly energy and healthcare crisis, launched an attack on medical brigades se…
(2026-05-12). Vicecanciller de Cuba denuncia intentos de normalizar amenazas militares contra la isla. radiohc.cu El vicecanciller cubano, Carlos Fernández de Cossío denunció que el esfuerzo visible en tratar de normalizar la amenaza de agresión militar contra Cuba por parte de Estados Unidos responde a un diseño comunicacional fríamente calculado. | En su perfil en la red social Facebook, el funcionario destacó que esa estrategia "forma parte del crimen y quienes participan en él serían cómplices del eventual baño de sangre". | En los primeros días de mayo de 2026, el Gobierno de Cuba denunció públicamente las nuevas amenazas de intervención militar de Estados Unidos, luego de declaraciones del presidente Donald Trump que i…
(2026-05-12). Silvio Rodríguez and Alejo Stivel release musical collaboration "Déjame en paz" (Leave Me in Peace). radiohc.cu Singer-songwriters Silvio Rodríguez and Alejo Stivel present the single and music video "Déjame en paz," a collaborative composition that reflects on conscience, human fragility, and the social function of music. | The song, accompanied by a music video directed by Leandro Raposo, marks the first official collaboration between the two artists and stands as a cultural contribution that connects the musical traditions of Cuba and Argentina. | During "Déjame en paz" (Leave Me in Peace), the artists sing to the conscience they don't want to be forgiven or complacent, only to receive "songs that serve people." | The c…
(2026-05-12). Cannes juror denounces Hollywood boycott of actors for Gaza war views. aljazeera.com 2026 Cannes Film Festival juror Paul Laverty denounced Hollywood for boycotting actors who've opposed the Gaza war.
(2026-05-12). Israel deports Gaza flotilla activists Avila, Abu Keshek. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). The Children Who Learn War Before They Learn The World. scheerpost.com Noorudeen Veetykadan for Global Vocies It was the end of 2023 when images from Gaza began to fill our television screens. I found myself returning to them again and again: the ruins, the sirens, the unbearable stillness of small bodies wrapped in white. The scale of destruction was immense. But what lingered were the faces …
(2026-05-12). A call for bold action from the Gaza flotilla. wagingnonviolence.org 
(2026-05-12). Venezuela Marks 53rd Anniversary of Founding of Polisario Front. orinocotribune.com On Sunday, Venezuela commemorated the 53rd anniversary of the foundation of the Polisario Front in the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (often referred to as "Western Sahara"). Through official channels, Venezuela's foreign minister Yván Gil Pinto marked the historic courage of the organization and its struggle for full independence. | Since its founding, the Polisario Front has emerged as the legitimate representative of the Sahrawi people in the face of the ongoing occupation of their sovereign territory. The front's 53 years of resistance against foreign colonization stand as an example of dignity for peoples…
(2026-05-12). Venezuela Condemns UN Secretary-General's Lack of Impartiality in Statements About US Invasion. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil released a statement asserting that the secretary-general's declarations reflect a "progressive deterior…
(2026-05-12). 'Preposterous': Delaware federal judge castigates state's latest bid to withhold employee records in ICE probe. whyy.org Delaware's chief federal judge has Chief U.S. District Court Judge Colm F. Connolly issued his blistering opinion Friday, and the state immediately
(2026-05-12). Coastal tourist dollars don't stay local. onlineopinion.com.au The tourist industry takes far more from regional Australia than it gives back.
(2026-05-12). "Masculine Behavior Bad for the Planet," Says Phys.org. We Read the Paper. wattsupwiththat.com It converts substantive disagreement with the consensus framing into a personality defect, a gender pathology, specifically.
(2026-05-12). Spurs held by Leeds as relegation battle takes another dramatic twist. thecanary.co 
Mathys Tel produced the kind of moment that makes managers grin and then grind their teeth in frustration, as he curled superb finish into the top corner to put Spurs ahead early in the second half. The goal looked like it might settle a nervy night at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. However, twenty minutes later, […] | By
(2026-05-12). Trump's global energy chaos: Alternative energy comes to the rescue. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-12). Rights Groups, Journalists, and Whistleblowers Call for Courtney Williams' Release. rightsanddissent.org A coalition of more than two dozen press freedom and human rights groups, members of the media, military veterans, and ex-government whistleblowers, has authored an open letter calling for the immediate release of U.S. Army veteran Courtney Williams, who has been arrested and charged under the Espionage Act of 1917 for allegedly disclosing classified information when she spoke out against gender discrimination and sexual harassment in the U.S. military. | The coalition, led by civil liberties organization Defending Rights & Dissent and including PEN America, the Society of Professional Journalists, and the Freedo…
(2026-05-12). Inflation, redistricting war, Pa.'s role in control of U.S. House. whyy.org Inflation hit its highest level in three years — driven by surging costs for energy, food and housing, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report released Tuesday morning. Just a few days ago, the Trump administration declared an economic victory thanks to a stronger than expected jobs report. Still, the latest data shows prices rising faster than wage growth, and a new CNN poll showed President Trump at a career low approval rating on the economy. | Those polled put much of the blame on the war in Iran, putting Republicans on the defensive heading into the midterms. Against that backdrop, the recent…
(2026-05-12). Morris Katz: Can the Mamdani Maker Do It Again? levernews.com Today we're sharing David Sirota's exclusive interview with Morris Katz, the political strategist behind Zohran Mamdani's successful mayoral campaign, who's now coordinating Graham Platner's groundbreaking Senate run in Maine. | You'll hear Katz tell the story of how he recruited Platner — and the foundations of Platner's strategy for swaying Trump voters: "These are guys I launch at the dock with every morning. When we talk, a lot of the time it's about how corrupt our political system is and how billionaires have far too much power, and regular people deserve to have a voice in our politics. It doesn't se…
presstv.co.uk (2026-05-12). Iran sues US at Hague tribunal, demands war reparations for June 2025 aggression
Iran has filed a complaint against the United States at the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), demanding compensation for damage inflicted on the country during the June 2025 war of aggression.
(2026-05-12). Hegseth: fears that stockpiles depleted are 'foolishly' overstated. responsiblestatecraft.org In a Tuesday hearing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth repeatedly rejected congressional concerns about depleting munitions stockpiles, dismissing them as "foolishly and unhealthily overstated." "We know exactly what we have. We have plenty of what we need," Hegseth
(2026-05-12). German imperialism's third campaign for world domination. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Christoph Vandreier, National Secretary of the Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei (Germany), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the International Committee of the Fourth International.
(2026-05-12). How a fake Iraqi officer infiltrated Lebanon's security agencies. newarab.com 
A uniform, forged papers and a carefully cultivated network of contacts were all he needed to penetrate For nearly two years, an Iraqi man identified by Lebanese security sources as "Tarek Nasrawi" allegedly moved through military and political His alleged deception unravelled only after re…
(2026-05-12). The Role Of Strategic Learning In Shaping High-Impact Leaders. moguldom.com Something feels off when leaders step into critical moments and hesitate. It is not a lack of intelligence or effort. It is often a gap between what was learned and what must be done. That gap shows up fast — especially when decisions cannot wait. There is this something-is-not-clicking tension that builds when theory meets …
(2026-05-12). Governments downplay pandemic risk as MV Hondius hantavirus cases mount in US, Europe. wsws.org Authorities claim the virus poses a very low risk to the public even as they mention the threat of a pandemic like COVID-19 and transport passengers to top-level biosecurity facilities.
(2026-05-12). Hundreds Rally at Capitol for Packaging Reduction (Part 1). mediasanctuary.org On Monday May 11, several hundred people attended Beyond Plastic's lobby day and rally. The Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act — known as PRRIA — would require producers of single use packaging to reduce the amount by 30% over 12 years and ban 13 toxic chemicals from packaging. The bill has twice passed the Senate but the Assembly Speaker has refused to let it come up for a vote despite having a majority of members as co-sponsors. The sponsors recently did an additional 38 amendments to the bill to help with its passage. In part one of our coverage, we hear from Senator Rachel May;…
(2026-05-12). Two fatal accidents on N1 near Bela-Bela under investigation. sanews.gov.za Two fatal accidents on N1 near Bela-Bela under investigation | The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed that two separate fatal accidents on the N1 near Bela-Bela in Limpopo are under investigation, following a sequence of events involving the official vehicle of Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi. | According to a SAPS statement issued on Tuesday, the incident involving the Minister's official vehicle occurred on Saturday, 9 May 2026. The state vehicle was being driven by a member of the Protection Security Services (PSS) at the time of the collision. | Preliminary investigations indicate that a w…
(2026-05-09). The Devil Wears Prada 2 Hits the Right Bleak Notes. portside.org The Devil Wears Prada 2 Hits the Right Bleak Notes |
(2026-05-12). Să Milităm Pentru Pace! / Appeal for a European and World Peace Congress in 2026. worldbeyondwar.org 
Confident that, through a joint effort, we can restore peace to countries devastated by war, we hereby make the present APPEAL for a European and World Peace Congress in 2026 ‚ÄûSMILE — AND MAKE PEACE!" #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-05-12). Philadelphia Gas Commission rejects PGW's expanded Port Richmond LNG plant until further study. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| The Philadelphia Gas Commission on Tuesday approved $213 million for Philadelphia Gas Works' fiscal year 2027 capital budget. In a unanimous vote that included four of the five commissioners present, a decision on the utility's controversial request to spen…
(2026-05-12). Philadelphia officials question city's lack of power over driverless cars. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Philadelphia officials say they are alarmed about driverless cars operating on city streets without the city having much power to regulate them. | About 100 people rallied outside City Hall on Tuesday ahead of a City Council hearing, urging lawmakers to push back against autonomous vehicles and protect jobs for taxi and ride-hailing drivers. They say
(2026-05-12). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-12). Philippine army kills 19; U.S. turns Philippines into base for war on China. mronline.org The U.S. wants the Philippines as a base, Taiwan as a trigger and China as the target.
(2026-05-12). Palestinian children shot, stabbed in W. Bank by Israelis: UN. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). Russia Plans To Deploy Sarmat ICBM Operationally Later This Year. twz.com 
Russia has announced a successful test of its The test-launch from…
(2026-05-12). Putin hails 'world's most powerful' nuclear-capable missile in key test. scmp.com Russia on Tuesday test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile as part of efforts to modernise the country's nuclear forces, a launch hailed by President Vladimir Putin just days after his claim that the fighting in Ukraine was nearing an end. | Putin said that the nuclear-armed Sarmat missile would enter combat service at the end of the year. It was built to replace the ageing Soviet-built Voyevoda.
(2026-05-12). Bulgarian Hackers Use Trending AI Site to Conduct Phishing Scam. projectcensored.org Hackers are going to extreme lengths to steal people's sensitive personal information, including creating fake AI websites to steal users' credentials, according to a March 2026 story written by Emanuel Maiberg for 404 Media. The outlet said it was alerted to this highly complex scam by one of its readers,…
(2026-05-12). Supreme Court Paves Way For Alabama To Use Racially Gerrymandered Map. newsone.com 
Source: diane555 / Getty | On Monday, the Supreme Court cleared the way for Alabama to use a congressional map that a lower court previously ruled was racially gerrymandered. | What makes the Su…
(2026-05-12). US Senate confirms Trump pick Kevin Warsh to Federal Reserve Board. scmp.com The US Senate on Tuesday confirmed Kevin Warsh as a governor on the board of the Federal Reserve, clearing the way for him to take the reins of the central bank later this week as the world's largest economy faces inflation at a three-year-high. | The Senate voted 51-45 to confirm Warsh's appointment to the board for a 14-year term, with the results largely along party lines.
(2026-05-12). Federal agents seize Indiana University lab: Witch-hunt against Chinese scientists targets senior US faculty. wsws.org Government agents have locked down a biology laboratory at Indiana University, attacking Professor Roger Innes for defending his Chinese postdoctoral researcher against fabricated federal charges.
(2026-05-12). 'The system is failing us': Philadelphia utility customers call on City Council to help rein in bills. whyy.org Customers, advocates and experts outlined the limited tools the city has to control costs during a hearing on rising utility bills. | In this Sept. 6, 2013 photo, one of Commonwealth Edison's new "smart" electricity meters in seen in North Riverside, Ill. The new meter is a wireless devices that relays information on electricityconsumption directly to the utility. The new units will eliminate the need for meter readers, estimated bills, and give customers the opportunity to save money because they'll be able to track daily electric consumption online and make simple changes _ like unplugging appliances or runnin…
(2026-05-12). The Trial of Majid Freeman, Verdict. thecanary.co 
The jury had not signed up for a fourth week, but here we were. In the trial of Majid Freeman, also known as Majid Novsarka, Judge Andrew Smith KC continued to remind the jurors that they were under no time pressure. But the impasse had now continued for days. Judge refuses to alter his instructions […] | By
(2026-05-12). Despite court order, NYPD failed to properly monitor stop-and-frisks by aggressive unit. nationofchange.org The department didn't audit thousands of stops made by its Community Response Team, which has a history of unconstitutional policing and has drawn hundreds of civilian complaints.
(2026-05-12). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-12). Simelane to lead delegation to urban forum in Azerbaijan. sanews.gov.za Simelane to lead delegation to urban forum in Azerbaijan | Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane will lead South Africa's delegation to the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum 13 (WUF13), scheduled to take place in Baku in the Republic of Azerbaijan, from 17 to 22 May 2026. ⚪ Convened under the theme: "Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities", the WUF13 aims to raise awareness of sustainable urbanisation among stakeholders and constituencies, including the public; and improve collective knowledge on sustainable urban development through open and inclusive debate, exchange of best prac…
(2026-05-12). Penn researchers are turning food scraps into building materials — from pineapple peels to celery stalks. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Imagine living in a house made of pineapple and mango skins, where the scent would greet you as you enter and leave your home. And imagine that the materials used to construct your home were sourced from daily waste and did not contribute to increased carbo…
(2026-05-12). Israel approves kangaroo court to impose death penalty on 7 Oct detainees. thecanary.co 
Members of Knesset (MKs) in Israel have passed a bill establishing a so-called 'special tribunal' for Palestinians detained on 7 October 2023. The tribunal is designed to strip fair trial rights and has the power to impose death penalties on detainees. The bill passed without a single dissenting vote. A total of 27 MKs in […] | By
(2026-05-12). Journalists Targeted for Covering ICE Operations. projectcensored.org As of December 2025, US law enforcement officers arrested or detained at least thirty-two journalists, nearly 90 percent while covering immigration-related protests, according to the Freedom of the Press Foundation's US Press Freedom Tracker. The Tracker documented nearly as many assaults on journalists that year as in the previous three…
(2026-05-12). EU Breaks Political Deadlock to Punish Violent Israeli Settlers. thinktank.pk The decision by the European Union to approve new sanctions against violent Israeli settlers may appear limited on the surface, but politically it represents one of the strongest signals yet that Europe's patience with the current trajectory of the Israel-Palestine conflict is rapidly eroding. For years, divisions inside Europe prevented unified action against Israeli settlement …
(2026-05-12). Hegseth Asks for More Money as Iran War Costs Skyrocket. theintercept.com 
Despite a ceasefire that has been in effect for more than a month, the cost of the U.S. war with Iran keeps spiking higher, a senior Pentagon official said on Tuesday. | Two weeks ago, the Pentagon claimed the war had cost $25 billion, a figure that analysts said was likely a gross undercount. In testimony before the House Appropriations defense subcommittee, the Department of War's comptroller, Jay Hurst, said the cost of the war has risen "closer" to $29 billion because of the "repair and replacement of equipment" and "general operational costs" of keeping troops in the Middle East. | Experts also expressed…
(2026-05-12). DR Congo: Increasing Repression of Critical Expression. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi speaks during a press conference in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, May 6, 2026. | © 2026 Democratic Republic of Congo Presidency/Handout via REUTERS…
(2026-05-12). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-12). European Union: Surveillance Technology Sold to Rights Violators. hrw.org Click to expand Image | © 2026 Glenn Harvey for Human Rights Watch | EU member states host many companies that produce dangerous surveillance technology that can be used to violate rights, the export of which necessitates robust controls.The implementation and oversight of the EU regulatory framework governing export of surveillance technologies have serious flaws, resulting in the technology being sold to those who use it in violation of international human rights and humanitarian law. The EU should tighten the controls requiring states to do greater human rights due diligence, block risky exports, and e…
(2026-05-12). From "Mission Accomplished" to Missile Shortages: The Iran War Narrative Unravels. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer Ben Norton dismantles the triumphalist rhetoric surrounding the U.S. war on Iran in this blistering breakdown of a conflict that appears far more costly — and far less successful — than Washington admits. Drawing on reporting from CNN, The Washington Post, The New York Times, NBC News, and Fortune, Norton argues that despite …
(2026-05-12). New Version Of Bomber-Launched ARRW Hypersonic Missile Is A Ship Killer. twz.com 
The USAF is moving to start work on a new ARRW variant able to hit moving targets with an eye toward future fights in the Pacific.
(2026-05-12). USDA Cuts Land-Access Grants, Leaving Young and Underserved Farmers in Limbo. scheerpost.com The USDA's cancellation of a $300 million grant program has stalled land purchases, training programs, and local food projects intended to support young, first-generation, and underserved farmers Kat Grimmett for Prism The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has slashed a $300 million grant program designed to help underserved farmers access land, capital, and training, putting roughly 50 projects across …
(2026-05-12). Singaporean, Indian firms face criminal charges over Maryland bridge crash. geo.tv 
View of the Dali cargo vessel which crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge causing it to collapse in Baltimore, April 4.— Reuters A Singapore-based company and another in India have been indicted on multiple criminal charges over a 2024 ship crash that destroyed a bridge…
(2026-05-12). 'Amman's Epstein': Fake doctor allegedly assaults three minors. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). US consumer inflation jumps as Iran war sends energy prices higher. scmp.com US consumer prices climbed sharply again last month as the 10-week war with Iran pushed energy prices higher. | The Labor Department's consumer price index rose 3.8 per cent from April 2025, according to data released on Tuesday. On a month-to-month basis, April prices rose 0.6 per cent from March as petrol prices rose 5.4 per cent during the month; the month-over-month gain was down from 0.9 per cent increase from February to March.
(2026-05-12). Paris Modest Fashion Week is no antidote to Islamophobia. newarab.com 
Paris hosted its first-ever Modest Fashion Week. And across the board, from the brands promoting their Muslim-friendly designs to the hijabi influencers flown out to promote, it seems to have been lauded as a success for inclusion and progression. | However, there's a sobering hypocrisy that bubbles just under the surface of this headline-grabbing affair. Namely, the fact that Paris, the host city, also happens to be the capital city of a country whose politics still actively discriminates against and criminalises overt expressions of Muslimness. | That's right: on the one hand, wielding this celebration of modes…
(2026-05-12). On ME Awareness Day, advocacy groups urge Royal College of Psychiatrists to align with current evidence. thecanary.co 
Long Covid Advocacy, alongside supporting organisations and signatories from the ME and Long Covid communities, has published an open letter to the president-elect of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. It raises concerns about the current framing of Long Covid within the International Congress 2026. Released for ME Awareness Day, the letter argues that despite increasing […] | By
(2026-05-12). Roads blocked in Bolivia as protesters demand president's resignation. aljazeera.com Bolivia faces growing unrest as widespread road blockades disrupt travel across major cities.
(2026-05-12). UK's Starmer defies calls to quit, says he is getting on with governing. geo.tv 
Britain's Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer speaks during a press conference on migration at 10 Downing Street, London, Britain, November 28, 2024. — Reuters Junior minister resigns, calling for him to set a timetable.Almost 80 lawmakers call for Starmer to go.Borrowing costs rise,…
(2026-05-12). Drone-Hunting M28 Skytruck In The Works For Poland. twz.com 
(2026-05-12). Poké-gone: Montgomery County store hit with $9,000 theft of Pokémon cards. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? The Pennsylvania State Police Skippack Station is investigating the theft of more than $9,000 worth of Pokémon cards from Nashcards in Trappe Borough. | Authorities allege an Asian male in his mid-20s walked into the store on the morning of May 4 requesting to see some of the merchandise. The suspect then fled the store and left the scene in a tan SUV. | According to police, the man stole a 2021 Pokémon JPN Gengar VMAX card worth approximately $2,500; a 2005 Pokémon…
(2026-05-12). Trump Education Department targets trans students at Smith College. peoplesworld.org 
NORTHAMPTON, Mass.—The Trump administration's investigation of Smith College is premised upon a fundamental misreading of Title IX law, argues Carrie Baker, a professor in the Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Program at Smith. Smith College is a private, historically women's college located in Northampton, Massachusetts; the college began admitting transfeminine students following a policy …
(2026-05-12). 3.. 2.. 1.. Claim: Climate Change will Cause More Hantavirus. wattsupwiththat.com Just one problem – Ushuaia, the source of the MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak, has a comparable climate to Prince Rupert in British Columbia.
(2026-05-12). Palestine's flag becoming a regular sight at European football stadiums. thecanary.co 
The presence of the Palestinian flag in European stadiums is no longer an exceptional event or a fleeting snapshot linked to a match or celebration. Rather, it has become a recurring sight within the wider world of football, reflecting the transformation of the sport from a game into an open space for the expression of […] | By
(2026-05-12). An Israeli 'Excursion' in Babylon. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-05-12). Israeli Officials Denounce NYT Report on Systemic Sexual Abuse of Palestinians. truthout.org Israel's Foreign Ministry denounced The New York Times for publishing an op-ed on Israel's systemic sexual abuse of Palestinians. The New York Times "chose to publish one of the worst blood libels ever to appear in the modern press," the Israeli Foreign Ministry posted on X late on Monday. It went on to claim that the Times has an "agenda" and that the op-ed is "part of a false and well… |
(2026-05-12). YouGov poll shows that Labour would bag just 5 MPs in 2029 under Wes Streeting's leadership. thecanary.co 
With rumours of a leadership challenge swirling, YouGov polling demonstrating that Labour-right darling Wes Streeting is somehow an even worse option than Keir Starmer has resurfaced on social media. The widely reposted infographic was highlighted by Stats for Lefties on May 11. It shows a Streeting-led Labour receiving just 5 seats in the 2029 general […] | By
(2026-05-12). FBI Quietly Closed a Probe Into Mahmoud Khalil While He Was in ICE Detention. theintercept.com 
Two days before Khalil's arrest, an anonymous tip accused him of calling for violence. The FBI found it did not "warrant further investigation" — but the Trump administration kept calling him a threat.
(2026-05-12). FAA Moves to Criminalize Use of Drones to Track ICE. projectcensored.org In a January 2026 update, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) set temporary flight restrictions that prohibit all unmanned aircrafts from flying near Department of Homeland Security (DHS) facilities, individuals, and operations, Jason Koebler reported for 404 Media. This order extends beyond locations, but also prohibits drone flying, upwards to 3,000…
(2026-05-12). Free Speech In 'America' Has Never Fully Belonged To Black People. newsone.com 
Source: Gado / Getty | Free speech in America has never fully belonged to Black Americans. The tools used to silence us have changed in how they appear over time, but the logic underneath them hasn't. | In 1740, In 1898, a
(2026-05-12). Acquitted Filton 24 member calls for support at comrades' sentencing. thecanary.co 
Jordan Devlin was one of six 'Filton 24' activists retried by the Starmer regime for damaging an Israeli weapons factory. Devlin and Zoe Rogers were acquitted. Their four comrades were convicted after the trial judge forbade any mention of the jury's legal right to acquit on conscience. The government wants those four — Samuel Corner, […] | By
(2026-05-12). Naim Qassem says Hezbollah's arms not part of talks with Israel. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). Ugandan president, 81, sworn in for new term after 40 years at the helm. scmp.com Forty years. That is how long Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has been in power. | The 81-year-old was sworn in on Tuesday to extend his presidency over a further five-year term that may well be his last — although not necessarily the last for the Museveni family.
(2026-05-12). Ceasefires and the Age of Impulse Diplomacy. fpif.org The announcement of a Yet, for non-partisan observers, the "so what" of this moment is far more profound. This development is not me…
(2026-05-12). Trump's 'Golden Dome' to cost US$1.2 trillion, may fail to stop all-out attack: watchdog. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's Golden Dome missile defence shield will cost as much as US$1.2 trillion to deploy and operate, six times above current forecasts, according to a new estimate — and would still probably fail to stop an all-out attack. | The new forecast from the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office relies on capabilities spelled out in Trump's January 2025 executive order unveiling the idea rather than any government plan because the administration has given no details about what the…
(2026-05-12). Inside Israel's covert Litani raid and Hezbollah's counterstrike. newarab.com 
(2026-05-12). Meetings in Australia and New Zealand to oppose the imperialist war on Iran and government austerity. wsws.org The meetings will outline the socialist perspective needed to halt the descent into global war and the accompanying onslaught on the conditions of the working class.
(2026-05-12). Lamine Yamal waves Palestine flag during Barcelona victory parade. thecanary.co 
Eighteen year old Lamine Yamal raised the flag of Palestine from Barcelona's open-top victory parade, a gesture which has been shared widely online, further cementing him as the best young player on the planet, not only for his ability on the field but also his principles off it. Barcelona's parade was the morning after the […] | By
(2026-05-12). Dr. Zakir Naik vs Andrew Tate: Prioritizing the Life of the Hereafter Over This Life. muslimskeptic.com Wahhabi Outrage at Dr. Zakir Naik's Call to Pan-Islamic Unity In his recent stream with Dr. Zakir Naik, brother Sneako asked him his thoughts about some topics that are extremely relevant to the Muslim ummah today. One of these questions was regarding Pan-Islamic unity. This is, of course, something that the Wahhabis have been extremely …
(2026-05-12). Mothers Are The Most Underestimated Force For Change. scheerpost.com While many proclaim that our species is doomed, the everyday work of mothers and caregivers shows that a better future is possible — one filled with joy and love. Thelma Young Lutunatabua for Waging Nonviolence When Trump won the first time in 2016, I drank shots of tequila in front of my computer and then passed …
(2026-05-12). Foreign firms tie return to Iraq to stronger security guarantees. newarab.com 
Western diplomatic missions and foreign During the opening days of the
(2026-05-12). Rallies oppose Australian Labor government's massive cut to disability funding. wsws.org "There's clearly money for the military and for war, but there's never enough money for people and their basic needs."
(2026-05-12). Trump Promises To Deploy An 'Election Integrity Army' During Midterms, And We All Know Why. newsone.com 
Source: Kevin Dietsch / Getty | In today's episode of Every Allegation Is A Confession — It's The MAGA Way, President Donald Trump announced that he will deploy an "Election Integrity Army" to police election interference that does not exist, and protect voters from voter suppression committed by Democrats, as if it's not Republicans who engage in such tactics every election cycle, because it's the only way they can consistently win. | "Palestinian Chuck Schumer is hiring Eric Holder, famous for handing guns to Mexican cartels under the Barack Hussein Obama administration, as part of a Democrat-led 'Elec…
(2026-05-12). How SCOTUS Perverted the Constitution and let Tennessee Disenfranchise 1.4 mn People. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The smirk on the face of
(2026-05-12). Trump Administration Gets Strategic With Offshore Wind. wattsupwiththat.com if these deals are structured as settlements of claims, they are likely to be much more insulated from judicial interference than mere administrative orders…
(2026-05-12). Honduras mayor arrested for masterminding environmentalist's killing. aljazeera.com Adan Funez was one of three men arrested this week over alleged involvement in the shooting of activist Juan Lopez.
(2026-05-12). Justice Dept. Subpoenas NYU Hospital to Demand Medical Records for Trans Youth. truthout.org The U.S. Attorney's Office in the Northern District of Texas has issued the first known criminal subpoena directed at a health care institution for offering gender-affirming care to transgender youth — at NYU Langone, a hospital situated almost 2,000 miles away in the greater New York City area. The notification was sent to patients (and/or parents) via their online portal just after 7pm on… |
(2026-05-12). What is the 'Sharia-Free America Caucus', and why is it growing. newarab.com 
The "Sharia-Free America Caucus", a congressional group in The "Sharia-Free America Caucus" was started by Representatives Keith Self and Chip Roy of Texas on 18 December 2025. In a press rel…
(2026-05-12). Gavin Newsom's autobiographical 'Young Man in a Hurry': More and less. peoplesworld.org 
It's been the standard practice for at least a generation that any serious contender for the American presidency must come out with a book. For those whose campaigns fizzle out sooner rather than later, such volumes in short order occupy the remainder shelf. For those who command a certain interest, voters, journalists, and other politicians …
(2026-05-12). La controversa "alleanza" tra Grecia e Israele. strategic-culture.su Schiacciata tra l'austerità dell'UE, la pesante penetrazione tedesca nel suo tessuto economico e l'ostilità turca a fasi alterne, Atene, consapevole di possedere l'invidiabile posizione geografica di porta balcanica dell'Europa (cosa che l'ha resa anche particolarmente indifesa di fronte ai flussi migratori), ha optato per la costruzione di solide relazioni diplomatico-militari con Israele.
(2026-05-12). Insuficiente rechazo ante atropellos. radiohc.cu Si bien aumentan las críticas hacia los ataques y desplantes del presidente Donald Trump, existe la impresión de que han recibido menos repercusión de la merecida. | La guerra de Israel contra Irán, aupada por los inquilinos de la Casa Blanca, es calificada de impopular, aunque las demostraciones de protesta, las críticas en los medios y los discursos de dirigentes no cubren el impacto devastador de la contienda. | En un mundo agobiado por el alza de los precios del petróleo y los obstáculos al comercio internacional, se esperaba mayor intensidad de la repulsa. | Es cierto que en Estados Unidos, por ejemplo, se v…
(2026-05-12). Se vislumbra un nuevo orden en Asia Occidental. strategic-culture.su Prácticamente todo el planeta pagará un precio extremadamente alto por la última locura estadounidense | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Empecemos…