(2026-05-12). Lebanese in south refuse to flee again despite escalating Israeli strikes. aljazeera.com Obaida Hitto reports from southern Lebanon, where residents say they will not leave again despite intensifying strikes.
(2026-05-11). Israeli Army: We destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel measuring 120 metres in length in southern Lebanon using more than 20 tonnes of explosives. ecns.cn Israeli Army: We destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel measuring 120 metres in length in southern Lebanon using more than 20 metric tons of explosives.
(2026-05-12). 61st Venice Biennale: Cultural workers and artists strike and protest against the Israeli genocide in Gaza. wsws.org The strikers and demonstrators were responding to a call from the organisation Art Not Genocide Alliance (ANGA), supported by a number of other activist groups.
(2026-05-12). Epstein files on display at New York pop-up exhibit, all 3.5 million pages. geo.tv 
An exterior view shows the "Donald J Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room" which contains bound volumes of the Epstein files, containing a total of 3.5 million pages in 3,437 bound volumes, displayed as a tribute to the survivors and victims of late convicted sex offender Jeffrey…
(2026-05-12). From 'Taco' to 'Nacho': the new buzzword on Wall Street as Trump preps for China trip. scmp.com With a fragile US-Iran ceasefire barely holding, the Strait of Hormuz still blockaded, and all eyes on the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting, investors are embracing a new market narrative: "Nacho". | The acronym — short for "Not a chance Hormuz opens" — reflects a growing bet on prolonged gridlock and high oil prices.
(2026-05-11). Trump weighs restarting military operation to guide ships out of Hormuz Strait. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Monday he is considering restarting and expanding Project Freedom, a U.S.military operation to guide commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-05-11). Xi, Trump to discuss bilateral relations, world peace and development. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump will have an in-depth exchange of views on major issues concerning China-U.S. relations and world peace and development, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2026-05-12). What Does Trump Really Want From China? thinktank.pk The upcoming visit of Donald Trump to China is shaping up to be one of the most consequential geopolitical meetings of 2026. The trip comes at a time when the world is balancing on multiple fault lines: the fragile US-China trade truce, the growing technological cold war, instability in global energy markets due to the …
(2026-05-12). How an Iran Conflict Could Fracture the Arab World and Test Pakistan's Loyalties. thinktank.pk A full-scale confrontation between Israel (backed by the United States) and Iran would be a watershed event for the Middle East and its neighbors. Even limited strikes and tit-for-tat escalations already have cross-border consequences; a broader military campaign would magnify those effects across security, economics, politics, and social cohesion. The Arab states—Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt, …
(2026-05-12). Amid dozens of spy flights over Cuba, US sanctions drive out foreign companies. wsws.org A report by CNN based on publicly available aviation data reveals a dramatic surge in US military intelligence flights around the island.
(2026-05-12). Urgent Call: Stand on the Side of Humanity! Stand With Cuba! radiohc.cu A important message from Claudia De la Cruz / Executive Director of IFCO | The economic siege against Cuba is a cruel and illegal act of war. A brutal and slow act of collective punishment. We condemn these cruel acts and are committed to fighting against them in defense of life. | "I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Choose life!" | (Deuteronomy 30: 19) | The U.S. blockade on Cuba is death. Let us choose life. | In the course of three months, the Trump administration has imposed a fuel blockade that has produced a deadly energy and healthcare crisis, launched an attack on medical brigades se…
(2026-05-12). 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). Protesting Rutger Engineering's Cancellation of Rami Elghandour's Graduate Address over Palestine. juancole.com — | Letter regarding the cancellation of Ramy Elghandour's graduate address at the School of Engineering because of his views on Palestine: | Francine Conway | Chancellor, | Rutgers University-New Brunswick | nbchancellor@rutgers.edu | Jason Geary | Provost, | Rutger…
(2026-05-11). Taiwan excluded from WHA over DPP's separatist stance: spokesperson. ecns.cn The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities' pursuit of "Taiwan independence" and refusal to recognize the "1992 Consensus," which embodies the one-China principle, have undermined the political foundation for the Taiwan region's participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA), said Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, on Monday.
(2026-05-11). New project aids Xinjiang's energy goals. ecns.cn The Dashixia Water Control Project in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has recently completed the installation of major components for all three power-generating units and the construction of its power transmission system.
(2026-05-12). 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). Last passengers from hantavirus-hit ship evacuated; American tests positive. aljazeera.com US officials say 18 Americans are being monitored for symptoms, as WHO insists risk to public remains low.
(2026-05-11). Cruise firm rides China's shift to experiential travel. ecns.cn Ponant Explorations Group, a French expedition cruise operator, is pushing deeper into China, targeting a new generation of travelers — one less interested in ticking off destinations than in pursuing more immersive journeys to some of the world's most remote destinations.
(2026-05-11). Trade consultations key to global stability, growth. ecns.cn A new round of China-US economic and trade talks is vital to reducing business uncertainties and improving global economic confidence amid persistent geopolitical and trade challenges, experts and business executives said on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Taiwan is not eligible to participate in WHA: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's Taiwan region, unless given approval by the central government, has no basis, reason or right to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA), which will open on May 18, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Mainland stock market hits 11-year high. ecns.cn The bullish momentum recently seen in the Chinese market is likely to continue thanks to the structural opportunities provided by the countrys rapid adoption of emerging technologies and ongoing economic recovery, said experts.
(2026-05-12). 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). New Paleo Research: Modern 'Climate Change' Has Had No Apparent Impact On Precipitation Patterns. wattsupwiththat.com Three new tree ring reconstructions (spanning 1320-2021, 1720-2014, and 1657-2020 CE) document the dominance of natural variability in the paleoclimate record.
(2026-05-12). Israel approves law on public trials, death penalty for October 7 detainees. aljazeera.com Rights groups warn that the bill makes the death penalty easier to impose and strips fair trial protections.
(2026-05-12). 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). US rural healthcare collapse accelerates under Medicaid cuts and privatization. wsws.org One-third of rural hospitals face closure as the Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill" slashes Medicaid by over $900 billion, gutting healthcare for 60 million Americans to fund tax cuts for the wealthy and a $1.5 trillion military buildup.
(2026-05-12). 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.
(2026-05-11). Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong amid calls to step down. ecns.cn British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged on Monday to prove wrong the "doubters" in his own party, and among the electorate as a whole, as he tries to fight off demands to step down after devastating local election results for his Labour Party.
(2026-05-12). 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). Pressure grows on UK's Starmer to quit as PM. newarab.com 
Calls mounted late Monday for Britain's embattled More than 70 of Labour's 403 MPs have asked him to step down, unconvinced by his pledge to make the party bolder and better to assuage disgruntled voters impatient for change. | Under party rules, any cha…
(2026-05-11). International Healthcare Week opens in Hong Kong, fueling healthcare breakthroughs. ecns.cn The International Healthcare Week was launched in Hong Kong on Monday, with two major events held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre: the 6th Asia Summit on Global Health and the Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair.
(2026-05-11). Female storyteller carries forward invaluable cultural legacy. ecns.cn Nestled in the high-altitude pastures of Tsonyi county in Nagchu, Xizang autonomous region, Sinchung's life has been one of courage, resilience, and an unyielding commitment to preserving an ancient cultural legacy.
(2026-05-11). Cargo vessel to help advance space research. ecns.cn China launched on Monday the Tianzhou 10 cargo spacecraft to deliver scientific equipment and experimental supplies, including artificial human embryos, ultrathin solar cells and a greenhouse gas monitor, to its orbiting Tiangong space station.
(2026-05-12). Flotilla activist Thiago àÅvila arrives in Brazil. aljazeera.com Brazilian activist Thiago àÅvila returned to Sà£o Paulo after being detained and deported from Israel.
(2026-05-11). Taxi drivers' dog rescue triggers tourism boom. ecns.cn Xuancheng — a city in Anhui province best known for producing quality paper — is experiencing a mini tourism boom thanks to a stray dog and a group of kindhearted taxi drivers who came to its rescue.
(2026-05-11). Larger port, broader markets: How BRI enhances China-Brunei bonds. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the crown prince and senior minister at the Prime Minister's Office of Brunei Darussalam, is paying an official visit to China from May 11 to 15. The high-level exchanges are expected to further align development strategies between the two countries, injecting new momentum into flagship projects and deepening cooperation in broader fields.
(2026-05-12). Mahmood, Lammy among senior ministers urging UK PM Starmer to weigh exit: report. geo.tv 
Collage shows British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer , Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Foreign Secretary David Lammy. — Reuters/FileMore than 60 Labour MPs reportedly call on UK PM to step down.Four govt aides resign amid growing pressure on Starmer leadership.PM vows to…
(2026-05-11). Resilient supply chain offers MNCs chances. ecns.cn In the Louis Dreyfus Company workshop in North China's Tianjin municipality, tons of beige soybean meal moved along a highly automated production line as it was transformed into bags of specialized feed protein after multiple processes.
(2026-05-11). How trade policy shapes consumer outcomes in US. ecns.cn In recent years, the United States has placed increasing emphasis on trade policies that prioritize national security, supply chain resilience and economic growth. In an era of global volatility and technological rivalry, these may be real and relevant policy objectives. However, it is equally, if not more, important to consider how such measures affect markets and, ultimately, the daily lives of US consumers.
(2026-05-11). Mideast war caused world's 'largest energy shock': Saudi Aramco CEO. ecns.cn Mideast war caused worldslargest energy shock: Saudi Aramco CEO.
(2026-05-11). PPI rises for second straight month. ecns.cn China's factory-gate prices rose for a second straight month in April, while consumer inflation picked up moderately, as higher global energy and commodity costs filtered through to the world's second-largest economy, officials and analysts said on Monday.
(2026-05-12). European Union: Surveillance Technology Sold to Rights Violators. hrw.org Click to expand Image | © 2026 Glenn Harvey for Human Rights Watch | EU member states host many companies that produce dangerous surveillance technology that can be used to violate rights, the export of which necessitates robust controls.The implementation and oversight of the EU regulatory framework governing export of surveillance technologies have serious flaws, resulting in the technology being sold to those who use it in violation of international human rights and humanitarian law. The EU should tighten the controls requiring states to do greater human rights due diligence, block risky exports, and e…
(2026-05-11). 2026 World Digital Education Conference: how AI drives educational transformation. ecns.cn The 2026 World Digital Education Conference kicked off in Hangzhou on Monday. Themed on "AI+Education: Transformation Development Governance," this year's conference seeks to explore how AI can drive systemic educational transformation and promote high-quality educational development. An exhibition on achievements of global digital education is being held during the conference.
(2026-05-12). Tunisia Suspends Rights Groups That Shaped Its Democracy. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Demonstrators display a banner in Arabic reading, "Our history will not be halted, and our message does not freeze," during a rally after Tunisian authorities suspended the Tunisian League for Human Rights, outside the court of First Instance in Tunis, May 6, 2026. | © 2026 Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto via AP Photo…
(2026-05-11). Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of violating US-brokered ceasefire. ecns.cn Russia and Ukraine on Saturday traded accusations of violating a three-day US-brokered ceasefire but no major strikes were reported by the warring sides so far.
(2026-05-12). 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). The end of printing press manufacturer Manroland in Offenbach, Germany and the role of the IG Metall union. wsws.org The closure of the Manroland plant in Offenbach marks the culmination of a process begun with the breakup of the company during the 2011—12 insolvency crisis, in which the IG Metall union played a central role.
(2026-05-11). PM Starmer vows to stay on after loss in local polls. ecns.cn United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to stay in office and take action on"the big challenges facing the country"after his Labour Party suffered huge losses in last weeks local elections.With voter unhappiness at his leadership being identified as a vital factor.
(2026-05-12). Youth, conscription and the war on socialist opposition. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Tamino Dreisam, Leader of the International Youth and Students for Social Equality (Germany), at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-12). EU to invite Taliban to Brussels for migrant return talks. newarab.com 
The European Commission told AFP Monday it plans to invite According to sources close to the matter, a letter is to be sent "imminently" to Kabul to arrange a date for a meeting in the Belgian capital. | The visit, coordinated with Sweden, would follow two trips by European officials to Afghanistan on the same issue. | Officia…
(2026-05-12). BioNTech: Profit takes precedence over health—and 1,860 employees lose their jobs in Germany. wsws.org The company which produced the first approved COVID-19 vaccine profited enormously, but not its workers.
(2026-05-12). Bolivia issues warrant for Evo Morales's arrest after court no-show. aljazeera.com The ex-Bolivian president is on trial for allegedly fathering a child with a 15-year-old girl while in office.
(2026-05-12). 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…
(2026-05-11). SPC urges personal data infringement crackdown. ecns.cn China's top court has emphasized the need to safeguard data security and protect individual rights in the digital age, releasing a landmark case in which two individuals were sentenced to prison for acquiring and disclosing more than 900 million pieces of personal information online.
(2026-05-11). Shifting tech landscape: Limited but lasting channels keep China-US science dialogue alive. ecns.cn Although strategic competition and technology restrictions have reshaped bilateral ties in recent years, scientific cooperation between China and the United States has not come to a halt. Instead, it is evolving into a more selective and layered framework focused on non-sensitive research, academic exchange and global governance challenges.
(2026-05-11). Stitched with love: 20 years of 'Model Mothers' weaving dreams. ecns.cn On Mother's Day, dozens of exquisite woolen weavings and cloisonne works were on display in Beijing, all created by women who share a common name: Modou Mama, or Model Mothers. The charity project, launched by the Red Cross Society of China and Alibaba Group, held its 20th anniversary celebration with an event themed "Model Mothers Bloom, Beautiful Journey Together."
(2026-05-12). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Job action by 55,000 BC nurses could be imminent, while unions in Bolivia have refused to negotiate with the La Paz regime, saying it is not legitimate.
(2026-05-11). WORT: Lessons from Minneapolis Anti-ICE Organizers. wibailoutpeople.org Though Operation Metro Surge has officially ended, the Trump administration continues to abduct people from the Twin Cities. Three people were also taken from Madison this week, and Salah Sarsour, the president of Wisconsin's largest mosque, was detained on April 3 and remains in ICE detention. In response, host Esty Dinur is in conversation with …
(2026-05-11). Trump's racist crackdown takes another ugly turn. peoplesworld.org 
It doesn't pay to step away from the political scene for too long in Washington, D.C. Aboard the Trump administration's runaway train, the madness, criminality, and downright cruelty pile up like trash in a landfill. In the past month, we've had Trump depicting himself as Jesus, prompting thousands of hilarious memes; viral Iranian Lego videos …
(2026-05-11). Come il conflitto con l'Iran diventa un'arma di Trump contro i mercati globali. strategic-culture.su La Mad Man Theory non è fallita, si è evoluta, e il palcoscenico su cui opera non è più il Consiglio di Sicurezza dell'ONU ma il terminal Bloomberg di ogni sala trading del mondo. | Segue nostro The Madman Theory | C'è un pattern che i trader di tutto il mondo hanno imparato a riconoscere negli ultimi anni: una dichiarazione presidenziale americana notturna, i mercati asiatici che aprono in rosso, le materie prime energetiche in fibrilla…
(2026-05-11). Israel jails soldiers for desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon. newarab.com 
The An image widely shared online last week showed an Israeli soldier with his arm around the statue of Mary, believed to be the mother of Jesus in Abrahim faiths, while holding a cigarette up to her mouth.
(2026-05-11). From Shireen Abu Akleh to Amal Khalil, the killer is the same. mondoweiss.net 
Four years ago today, Shireen Abu Akleh was assassinated by an Israeli soldier. Since then, Israel has killed more than 275 journalists in Gaza and Lebanon. The world that let Shireen's killer walk free made all of this possible.
(2026-05-11). Lebanon urges US to put pressure on Israel to stop attacks and demolitions. newarab.com 
Lebanon's health ministry said 74 people had been killed by Israeli strikes in the last three days despite a truce announced last month in fighting between Hezbollah and the Israeli military, a spokesperson s…
(2026-05-11). Israeli soldiers jailed for desecration of Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon. scmp.com Two Israeli soldiers will spend weeks in military prison for desecration of a Christian object after one stuck a cigarette in the mouth of a statue of the Virgin Mary in southern Lebanon and the other photographed it. | The photo of the soldier, a cigarette dangling from his own mouth, went viral and sparked widespread outrage.
(2026-05-11). Israeli strikes on S. Lebanon kill 4, wound 19. ecns.cn BEIRUT/JERUSALEM, May 10 ⚪ Four people were killed and 19 others wounded on Sunday in Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah announced attacks targeting Israeli troops and military equipment along the border.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
(2026-05-11). War, genocide and the weaponization of healthcare: An interview with Bilal Irfan. wsws.org Bilal Irfan is a US‚Äëbased medical and bioethics researcher working on Gaza and Palestinian health.
(2026-05-11). Remembering 262 Palestinian Journalists Israel has killed since Oct 2023. ummid.com On World Press Day, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip commemorated more than 262 journalists killed by Israeli forces since the start of the genocide on Oct 7, 2023.
(2026-05-11). Netanyahu Says War on Iran "Not Over" as Long as Iran Has Uranium. truthout.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed on Sunday that the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is "not over" because Iran still has nuclear material that "has to be taken out" of the country. In a "60 Minutes" interview broadcast by CBS News on Sunday evening, Netanyahu said that the war on Iran has not ended because Iran still has enriched uranium that must be "taken out… |
(2026-05-11). Trump says U.S. monitoring buried Iranian enriched uranium. ecns.cn Demonstrators holding placards take part in a May Day rally in Los Angeles, California, the United States, on May 1, 2026..Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Iran needs to"make it clear"that they do not seek a nuclear weapon, which Washington sees as key to a peace deal.
(2026-05-11). Taiwan is looming over this week's Trump and Xi summit. responsiblestatecraft.org Although the current war with Iran dominates global attention, a more dangerous situation — between two nuclear-armed powers — continues to worsen: the confrontation between the United States and China over Taiwan. While widely recognized, this confrontation has been overshadowed in dealings between Beijing and Washington, where disputes over issues like trade, technology, and fentanyl predominate. These disputes, while serious, are far less likely to prove catastrophic than the current slide toward a serious crisis or conflict over Taiwan, which could, if left unaddressed, end in a major —…
(2026-05-11). Iran war 'not over,' uranium must be removed: Netanyahu. newarab.com 
"It's not over, because there's still nuclear material ⚪ enriched uranium ⚪ that has to be taken out of Iran. There's still enrichment sites that have to be dismantled," Netanyahu said in an interview that aired Sunday on the C…
(2026-05-11). Trump's Rejection of Iran's Peace Response Signals a Prolonged Gulf Crisis and Global Energy Instability. moderndiplomacy.eu The latest rejection by United States President Donald Trump of Iran's response to Washington's proposed peace framework marks another dangerous escalation in the ongoing Gulf conflict. What initially appeared to be a limited military confrontation has evolved into a broader geopolitical crisis with direct implications for global energy security, regional stability, and great power competition. …
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). Trump says Iran ceasefire on after rejecting response. al-monitor.com By Nandita BoseWASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Monday that the ceasefire with Iran was "on life support," after dismissing Tehran's response to a U.S. peace proposal as "stupid."Trump's swift rejection of Iran's response on Sunday has fueled concerns that the 10-week-old conflict will drag on and continue to paralyze shipping through the Strait of Hormuz."I would call it the weakest right now, after reading that piece of garbage they sent us, I didn't even finish reading it," Trump said of the ceasefire. "It's on life support."
(2026-05-11). South Korea condemns attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, vows response. newarab.com 
Experts conducted an initial forensic analysis of the damage to the port stern, a Blue House official said. The attack had led to a fire in the vessel's engine…
(2026-05-11). 'Totally unacceptable': Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal amid deepening energy crisis. ptcnews.tv US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal to end months-long conflict describing it as 'totally unacceptable' without disclosing further details despite key Republican leader urged him to consider military option. | Trump received the Iranian proposal on Sunday amid hopes that it could lead to a breakthrough to end the war with Iran that began on February 28, blocking the key sea route for global oil supplies, leading to fuel shortages in several countries. | "I have just read the response from Iran's so-called 'Representatives.' I don't like it – TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!" he wrote on his Truth Social…
(2026-05-11). How strength bolsters resistance. electronicintifada.net Muhammad Shehada tells EI how a stormy meeting in Cairo exposed the real agenda behind the latest Gaza "peace" proposals.
(2026-05-11). After rejecting Tehran response, Trump warns US-Iran ceasefire on 'massive life support'. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks during a maternal health event in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 11, 2026. — ReutersTrump dismisses Tehran's proposal as 'stupid'.Says he didn't even finish reading Iran's response.Iran willing to give US 'the…
(2026-05-11). Iran war raises stakes for US and China ahead of Trump—Xi talks. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping as they hold a bilateral meeting at Gimhae International Airport, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, in Busan, South Korea, October 30, 2025. — ReutersUS President Trump set to…
(2026-05-11). China confirms Trump's visit this week. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping react as they hold a bilateral meeting at Gimhae International Airport, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, in Busan, South Korea, October 30, 2025. — AFPThis will be first visit by a US…
(2026-05-11). Trump visit and China's diplomatic discourse: a primer. moderndiplomacy.eu Just a few days before President Trump was to arrive in Beijing as per Trump's previous itinerary (March 31-April 2), the mood in China—as reflected on social media and in the media commentaries—was not at all in favor of a visit by Trump to the Chinese capital. Citing Chinese analysts, an article in these columns, …
(2026-05-11). Iran's ambassador to China: Tehran backs Xi Jinping's four-point Middle East peace plan. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran's ambassador to China said on Monday that Tehran supports President Xi Jinping's four-point Middle East peace initiative aimed at promoting regional stability and cooperation.
(2026-05-11). Israeli ally UAE quits OPEC, OPEC. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE), one of the Israeli allies in the Middle East, has announced to quit OPEC and OPEC+ amidst the crisis the world is facing because of the US-Israel led Zionist war on Iran.
(2026-05-11). Livestream: The Gaza disarmament trap. electronicintifada.net Muhammad Shehada discussed how the Iran war is frustrating the US-Israeli push to disarm Gaza resistance.
(2026-05-11). Strategic Imperative Drives U.S. Support For Israel. covertactionmagazine.com The conservative media landscape has recently been embroiled in an explosive debate about Israel. One one side, there is former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, who has broken with Donald Trump and the MAGA universe over the Iran War, stating that Trump betrayed his anti-war election pledge because of his fealty to Israel and that …
(2026-05-11). Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks. geo.tv 
(2026-05-11). Cuba reports progress in energy transition program. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez reported Monday on progress in the energy transition program aimed at achieving greater energy sovereignty. | "It is estimated that renewable energy penetration should reach 15 percent this year, reaching 24 percent by 2030," he explained on social media. | He also specified that the goal is to reach 40 percent by 2035, which could eliminate fuel imports. "The plan envisions reaching 100 percent renewable energy use by 2050," he added. | The strategy envisions that, by 2035, 40 percent of demand will be met by clean energy sources, allowing for the cessation of fuel imports,…
(2026-05-11). History of U.S.-Cuba Turmoil the Possibility of a Full-Scale War. progressivehub.net PETER BOHMER | Z NETWORK…
(2026-05-11). Following pattern set by Venezuela and Iran assaults, US surveillance flights off Cuba surge. therealnews.com 
(2026-05-11). Industriales and Holguín Set the Pace in the Elite League. radiohc.cu Havana, May 10 (RHC) — Industriales and Holguín emerged victorious this Sunday and assumed sole leadership of the IV Elite League of Cuban Baseball, after winning their respective matches. | The Leones de Industriales defeated Las Tunas 14-11 in an offensive duel that allowed them to take the lead in the season series, while the Cachorros de Holguín completed a sweep against Matanzas with an 8-3 victory. | At Julio Antonio Mella Stadium, the Industriales had to dig deep after Las Tunas tied the game twice. However, a decisive five-run eighth inning proved to be the difference. | The Industriales offense capi…
(2026-05-11). Israeli Military Ordered Soldiers in Gaza to "Shoot to Kill" Every Man They Saw. truthout.org The Israeli military ordered soldiers in Gaza to "shoot to kill" any man they saw, and to "use their judgment" with women and children, according to an investigative documentary on Israeli soldiers' killing of three Israeli hostages in Gaza. In an hour-long documentary broadcast on Israel's Channel 13, the mother of one of the hostages killed in Gaza by Israeli soldiers in December 2023 said… |
(2026-05-11). Two years on: upgrading the Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah. icrc.org For families in Gaza, the Red Cross Field Hospital has been a lifeline. Two years on, this upgrade enables the lifeline to continue.
(2026-05-11). How smokers in Gaza are using molokhia instead of tobacco. newarab.com 
In the war-torn What began as an improvised response to scarcity has evolved into a fragile and unregulated micro-market. | In the…
(2026-05-11). Gaza: Doctors under Attack wins BAFTA despite BBC censorship only to be censored again. thecanary.co 
The BBC has once again been exposed as being entirely at odds with the interests of the British public after Gaza: Doctors Under Attack won a BAFTA at the 2026 ceremony. The previously censored documentary won in the current affairs category — a result that further highlights how biased the licence-funded broadcaster has become in […] | By
(2026-05-11). World's top media outlets urge Israel to "Let Us Into Gaza" ummid.com Senior leaders from more than two dozen global news organizations signed an open letter calling for Israel to allow international media to independently enter the Gaza Strip.
(2026-05-11). Palestinian Evacuees: Escaping Ordeal in Gaza, Entering Another in France. ummid.com A Palestinian family evacuated from Gaza to France says French authorities have separated three children from their parents after allegations of abuse that the family strongly denies and courts have not substantiated with evidence.
(2026-05-11). Israel's war on Gaza fuels surge in babies born with deformities. newarab.com 
Aya waited three years before becoming Israeli airstrikes targeted near her home, windows shattered, and the sounds of explosions became constant. | "One night, a missile struck a house just meters away from us, and our home filled with black smoke and dust. I couldn't breathe for several minutes," Aya Mohammed Abu Shamala, now 2…
(2026-05-11). Gaza doc dropped by BBC wins BAFTA, creators blast 'censorship'. newarab.com 
The makers of a The documentary, which was later pic…
(2026-05-11). Thursday 5/28: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-05-11). Delcy Rodríguez Defends Venezuela's Historical Rights Over Essequibo Territory by Participating in ICJ Closing Session (+Trinidad's Oil Spill). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Upon her arrival, Rodríguez spoke on public television, st…
(2026-05-11). The number of MPs calling for Starmer to go is exploding. thecanary.co 
Labour politicians have been calling for Keir Starmer to step down since the party's disastrous local election results. Starmer hoped to turn the tide with yet another refresh followed by yet another speech, but the revolt is only growing: üö® IN FULL: The list of 51 Labour MPs currently calling for Keir Starmer to resign […] | By
(2026-05-11). After Being Forced Out by Trump, Black Federal Officials Are Taking Him to Court. capitalbnews.org 
In 1995, Alvin Brown's grandparents became two of the 40,000 people who die in car crashes each year. They were going to a funeral service when their van crashed along Interstate 95 South near Manning, South Carolina. After their vehicle hydroplaned, a design flaw caused its doors to open, and they were ejected from the …
(2026-05-11). Pollsters struggling to comply with Colombia's stricter regulations. colombiareports.com The polling firms hired by Colombia's corporate media ahead of the elections are struggling to comply with stricter polling regulations that took force last year. A commission of experts that monitors compliance with the law, reportedly recommended the National Electoral Council (CNE) to suspend the license of the AtlasIntel, which has been conducting polls for …
(2026-05-11). ISC 12th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class XII (Class 12th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-11). VIDEO: The Future of Irish Neutrality. worldbeyondwar.org The event featured Patrick Bresnihan, Rory Rowan, and Fionn Wallace who spoke about the importance of preserving Ireland's neutrality and the Triple Lock system — which requires UN, Government, and Dáil approval before Irish troops can be sent overseas. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-05-11). China says it successfully launches Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft. ecns.cn China said it successfully launched a Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft atop a Long March-7 Y11 carrier rocket from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in south China's island province of Hainan on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Volkswagen Face $1.7 Billion Fine For Missing Emissions Targets. wattsupwiththat.com In Europe, electric vehicles made up about 20% of new car sales in early 2026. That's significant, but still not enough for companies like VW to comfortably hit their targets. As a result, they're effectively selling more EVs than the market organically demands.
(2026-05-11). Wednesday 5/13: Conversation with Rep. Rashida Tlaib: 78 Years Since the Nakba. indybay.org Online | www.imeupolicyproject.org/nakba-convo…
(2026-05-11). Newsom Isn't the Dystopia — Trump Is. scheerpost.com By Jim Mamer A few days ago (5-9-26), ScheerPost ran an article titled Gavin Newsom, A Candidate Fit for Dystopia. The title seemed curious to me because it suggested that Newsom would be the perfect candidate for a society where life is very, very bad and where most people are fearful of a totalitarian government. …
(2026-05-11). Kenya hosts France's Macron: Why the relationship matters to both. aljazeera.com Nairobi's partnership with Paris has sparked criticism, with many worried Kenya's interests will be subordinated.
(2026-05-11). Could the latest violence in DR Congo undermine truce efforts? aljazeera.com Lesser-known armed groups have carried out a spate of attacks in the country's northeast.
(2026-05-11). Israeli Real Estate Expo Advertising West Bank Settlements Returns to NYC. theintercept.com 
A controversial real estate expo that advertises properties for sale in the occupied Palestinian territories returned to New York City on Monday, less than a week after a previous event drew The "Great Israeli Real Estate Event" took place Monday evening at Young Israel of Midwood, an Orthodox synagogue in southern Brooklyn. Event organizers confirmed the location in an automated response to The Intercept's request for comment, but they did not comment on the event itself.
(2026-05-11). Netanyahu Stresses The Need For More Propaganda As Israel's Hasbara Budget Soars. caitlinjohnstone.com.au In a fawning softball Major Garrett (which apparently is a real name belonging to a real guy who works for 60 Minu…
(2026-05-11). A Trump U.S. Attorney's Professional Misconduct Must Be Kept "Private and Confidential" >. theintercept.com 
An ethics watchdog found that a Trump administration-appointed former U.S. attorney committed professional misconduct in response to allegations that included retaliating against a newspaper for negative coverage. But details about John Sarcone's case have been deemed "private and confidential" — and aren't being released to the public. | One of New York state's grievance committees, disciplinary panels that determines penalties for violations of legal ethics, notified nonprofit groups last week of its finding against Sarcone, Donald Trump's on-again, off-again U.S. attorney in Albany. | The committee is…
(2026-05-11). Lessons of NewsGuild Pittsburgh Post Gazette Strike & the Fight for a New Paper. indybay.org The Pittsburg Post Gazette Newsguild journalists went on the longest unfair labor practice strike in the United States. After going back to work the owners turned the paper over to a non-profit group which proceeded to terminate most of the union strikers. A journalist and striker Steve Mellon talks about the lessons of their strike and their struggle for a paper run by workers and the community.
(2026-05-11). 'It's a lifesaver:' Philadelphia parent and advocates want more stores to have shopping carts for children with special needs. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? At one point, Constance Jones used to dread grocery shopping. | Her 7-year-old son Austen has Jones either had to find someone to take care of her son while she went shopping, or she had to find a shopping cart that would fit her son. | "If he's doing a lot of…
(2026-05-11). Israel votes on controversial public trial bill for Palestinians. newarab.com 
7 October 2023 attack could violate international law and turn court proceedings into "show trials". | The legislation, titled the "Prosecution of Participants in the October 7 Massacre Events Bill", is set for its second and third readings in Israel's The bill is sponsored by MK Simcha Rothman of the far-right Religious Zionist Party and opposition lawmaker Yulia Malinovsky of
(2026-05-11). Under-threat UK PM Starmer vows to prove 'doubters' wrong. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). 85.25% Pass Andhra Pradesh SSC 2026 Board Exam. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh registered an overall pass percentage of 85.25% in SSC Matric Class 10 board exam 2026 the result of which was announced by the Directorate of Government Examinations in association with Board of Secondary Education Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP) today i.e. Thursday April 30, 2026.
(2026-05-11). Manipur Violence And A Nation's Fading Attention. ummid.com Manipur does not need occasional outrage, it needs sustained attention, accountability, and action.
(2026-05-11). Sri Lanka: 12 men sentenced to death over killing of MP prepare to appeal. wsws.org The Socialist Equality Party categorically opposes these convictions and the death penalties, the aim of which is to intimidate the masses of workers and oppressed people who took part in the 2022 uprising.
(2026-05-11). Fan festivals, Panini, tickets: What are FIFA World Cup fans talking about? aljazeera.com From collectible shirts to broadcasting issues, here's what global football fans are discussing before World Cup 2026.
(2026-05-11). Wall Street Is Pairing Up With the Army to Build Data Centers. truthout.org Two trends, seemingly separate, have been accelerating over the past few years. First, Wall Street has been plowing billions of dollars into financing data centers. Second, the U.S. military has been ramping up its use of artificial intelligence (AI). Now, these two trends are directly merging. In late March 2026, the U.S. Army announced its selection of companies to build and operate two… |
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). Spain's Nico Williams sustains hamstring injury before World Cup. aljazeera.com Midfielder looks distraught while limping off the field before half-time in Athletic Bilbao's 1-0 loss to Valencia.
(2026-05-11). Could Trump's Iran Fiasco Be the United States' Suez Crisis? worldbeyondwar.org 
The Suez Crisis was the pivotal moment when the British government finally learned that it could no longer use military force to impose its will on less powerful countries. Like Americans today on Iran, the British public was way ahead of its government. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-05-11). UK sanctions 12 Iran-linked people, entities. newarab.com 
Updating its official sanctions list, the Foreign Office in London imposed the UK travel bans and asset freezes on nine people, two shadow banking exchange houses and the allegedly criminal Zindashti network. | The UK government had already…
(2026-05-11). UK's Keir Starmer battles for political survival after election defeat. aljazeera.com The UK prime minister is set to give a speech on Monday in a bid to convince the public of his leadership.
(2026-05-11). MAGA scores remap wins in Virginia, Tennessee, Florida. peoplesworld.org 
RICHMOND, Va. and NASHVILLE, Tenn.—If what the courts did to thwart the will of the people in Virginia last week holds up, Republicans could end up controlling the House in November despite large voter swings toward the Democrats. Republican President Donald Trump and his white supremacist MAGA movement scored major wins on consecutive days in …
(2026-05-11). Ascendant Technologies Review: Why So Many New Jersey Businesses Stick With This MSP Long-Term. moguldom.com Managed IT services are one of those things that can be difficult to evaluate form the outside. Almost every provider promises to offer you fast support, cybersecurity expertise, proactive monitoring and a level of reliability you can take to the bank. So, it is fair to say that, on paper at least, a lot of …
(2026-05-11). Modern Money changes everything. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). MQ-9 Reaper Fires Laser-Guided Rockets In Tests. twz.com 
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(2026-05-11). Man suspected of plotting violent attack had sought to target Louvre, officials say. al-monitor.com PARIS, May 11 (Reuters) – A 27-year-old man suspected of plotting a violent attack and of planning to join Islamic State in Syria or Mozambique had sought to target a Parisian museum and the Jewish community, though no specific target was identified, a source close to the investigation said on Monday.French newspaper Le Monde reported that the man, who was arrested on Thursday, had attempted to target the Louvre and the Jewish community in Paris' 16th arrondissement.
(2026-05-11). Trump and his family are enriching themselves. mronline.org 
I do not know if the numbers on the Forbes char are correct but it is quite obvious that Trump and his family are using their positions to enrich themselves.
(2026-05-11). Maharashtra HSC Result 2026 Date: May 02, Time: 01:00 PM. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Maharashrea HSC 12th result 2026.
(2026-05-11). China beats Japan for 12th straight men's title at table tennis team worlds. ecns.cn LONDON, May 10 ⚪ China achieved a historic milestone on Sunday by defeating Japan 3-0 in the mens final of the 2026 ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals to claim its 12th consecutive gold.
(2026-05-11). Barcelona player Lamine Yamal waves Palestinian flag at parade. aljazeera.com Barcelona player Lamine Yamal unfurled a Palestinian flag as the team paraded through the streets of Barcelona.
(2026-05-11). Jim Crow?: Republicans capitalize on Supreme Court weakening Voting Rights Act. peoplesworld.org 
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(2026-05-11). Public Largely Unaware of Third-Party External Review Process for Denied Healthcare Claims. projectcensored.org Warning: this story contains language about self-harm. Independent news outlet ProPublica published a report on October 7, 2025, exposing millions of Americans who were unaware that they could challenge their health insurance claim denials through external review. The report reveals how this system can be used to Americans' advantage by…
(2026-05-11). New Zealand government ramps up anti-immigrant measures. wsws.org A proposed "citizenship test" seeks to portray migrants as a threat to New Zealand "values," while other legislation will significantly expand the ability of the state to deport people.
(2026-05-11). The Times article hallucinates Ireland as antisemitic hellhole. thecanary.co 
The Times has continued its decline as a place with zero editorial standards by printing evidence-free anti-Irish shite that ought to have been thrown in the bin with a giant red 'Citations Needed' stamped across its face. The piece by Jon Ihle claims that the country is unique among European nations in its hostility towards Jewish […] | By
(2026-05-11). Tunisia: End Abusive Prosecution of Refugee Aid Workers. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Mustapha Djemali. | © Private | (Beirut) — Five employees of the Tunisian Council for Refugees will stand trial on May 13, 2026, after appealing criminal sentences for their work assisting asylum seekers and refugees, Human Rights Watch said today. The Tunisian authorities should end the abusive prosecution of the employees, compensate them for their unlawful detention, and stop the widespread crackdown on civil society groups. Tunisian authorities shut down the Tunisian Council for Refugees in May 2024, arrested its founder and director, Mustapha Djemali, and program manager…
(2026-05-11). 3,000-year-old Sanxingdui artifact confirmed as meteoritic iron. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have confirmed that iron fragments unearthed at the Sanxingdui Ruins in southwest China were made of pure meteoritic iron, providing new evidence for the study of early iron use in ancient China.
(2026-05-11). West launches 'Burnham-friendly' bid to oust Starmer. thecanary.co 
Labour MP Catherine West is still urging Keir Starmer to set a timetable for resignation. Shortly after the May 2026 local elections, West made it clear that she would challenge Starmer, even if nobody else would. Starmer: too little, too late On the first Monday after the elections, Starmer made a speech clearly intended to […] | By
(2026-05-11). Farrer by-election deepens existential crisis of Australia's Liberal Party. wsws.org The plunge of the Liberal vote to just 12 percent, in a seat held by its previous leader, indicates that the traditional conservative party of the ruling elite is on the brink of collapse.
(2026-05-11). Federal Appeals Court Issues Temporary Stay of TX Death Row Prisoner's Execution. truthout.org A federal appeals court has temporarily halted Thursday's scheduled execution of Texas death row inmate Edward Busby, citing concerns over his eligibility for capital punishment because of intellectual disability. The 2-1 decision by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is in place "pending further order" of the court. Busby argued that a federal district court improperly denied the… |
(2026-05-11). Southeast Asia's Investment Moment: Turning Sino-U.S. Trade Tensions into Opportunity. unitedworldint.com This is more than a chance to soak up the production out of China—it is a chance to redefine the place of the region in the new world economy. By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer China-U.S. tensions last year redefined the terms of global supply chains. While the tariff battles raged and rising geopolitical suspicion shrouded the …
(2026-05-11). Nationals out, One Nation in: A new Liberal Coalition partner rises. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-11). Arrest warrant reissued for Bolivia ex-president after court no-show. scmp.com A Bolivian court on Monday reissued a warrant for the arrest of former president Evo Morales on charges of trafficking a minor after he failed to show up for the start of his trial. | Bolivia's first Indigenous president is accused of fathering a child with a 15-year-old girl while in office. | The parents of the teen are accused of consenting to the relationship in exchange for favours from Morales. | The former socialist leader, who governed from 2006 to 2019, rejects the accusations.
(2026-05-11). From local election loss to Mandelson fiasco, Starmer must go. newarab.com 
While the Most recently, he was forced to give a statement to Parliament where he denied knowing that Mandelson had failed security vetting, and seemed genuinely flustered when MPs reacted to his statement, "I know many members across…
(2026-05-11). Covert NATO initiative turns film into anti-Russia battleground. strategic-culture.su By Kit KLARENBERG | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | A scandal has erupted over covert NATO conferences with the Western entert…
(2026-05-11). Sunday 5/31: Author Talk: George Takei, They Called Us Enemy. indybay.org [HYBRID] San Francisco Main Library, Chinese Center, 3rd Floor | 100 Larkin Street | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-05-11). What local elections reveal about the future of UK politics. newarab.com 
The UK's local elections in May have offered a telling window into where Arguably, they signal one of the most profound challenges to…
(2026-05-11). WHYY, Penn launch 250th anniversary series: How the French and Haitian Revolutions defined America's. whyy.org The latest event in the series recounted Haiti's fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly's role as capital of the catering industry. | Images like these, depicting the Battle of Vertières, a major battle of the Second War of Haitian Independence, fueled fears of slave rebellion in the United States. (Wikimedia Commons)…
(2026-05-11). UN experts explore pathways to overcome Africa's challenges amid global uncertainties. ecns.cn ADDIS ABABA, May 10 ⚪ United Nationsexperts and officials have called for new policy approaches that place social inclusion, resilience and regional integration at the heart of Africas development strategies to overcome inequalities.
(2026-05-11). From Dubai dream to an economic nightmare; promises that turned to smoke. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Imagine spending years saving money and time to build a tall tower by the sea; the tower becomes so famous that every investor in the world wants to buy a unit in it. But suddenly, a war breaks out in the neighborhood, and investors flee; your stock value plummets, and you suddenly realize that the one who promised to protect you has left you alone.
(2026-05-11). Power tussle grips Philippine Congress amid move to impeach VP Sara Duterte. aljazeera.com Trial of vice president in question after allies of Duterte stages a coup and wrestles control of the Philippine Senate.
(2026-05-11). Somalis rally against government-ordered evictions in Mogadishu. aljazeera.com Demonstrators rallied across the Somali capital in support of families displaced by a wave of government-led evictions.
(2026-05-11). 2026 West Bengal Elections End With Poll PC Highest Since Independence. ummid.com Polling for the second phase of 2026 Assembly Elections in West Bengal Wednesday April 29, 2026 ended amid heavy deployment of security personnel, including NIA sleuths.
(2026-05-11). Investigation Reveals ICE Surveillance of School Cameras. projectcensored.org In February 2026, Mark Keierleber reported in a joint investigation by The 74, a non-profit education news organization, and The Guardian, that police are using school security cameras to assist President Donald Trump as well as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on immigration enforcement raids. As Rachel Dobkin reported for…
(2026-05-11). Telangana SSC Result 2026 Announced, Check List of Toppers. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana has declared today i.e. Wednesday April 29, 2026 the TS SSC (Class 10) 2026 examination result and score card on its official website bse.telangana.gov.in based on which the Merit List and Toppers Names have also been made public.
(2026-05-11). Power system stable as winter demand increases. sanews.gov.za Power system stable as winter demand increases | Eskom says the power system remains stable even after a sharp rise in evening consumption, with peak demand at times reaching nearly 2‚ÄØ000MW above anticipated levels. ⚪ Demand has been rising, driven by seasonal winter conditions in South Africa over the past few weeks. | "The system has remained stable. This has been achieved alongside the natural tapering of solar generation at sunset, demonstrating enhanced operational resilience and improved capacity utilisation across the fleet. ⚪ "This performance reflects the sustained impact of the Gen…
(2026-05-11). Maharashtra 12th HSC Result 2026 Out, Konkan Region Topper. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has declared today i.e. Saturday May 02, 2026 12th HSC exam 2026 result and pass percentages based on which the Merit List and Names of Toppers have also been revealed.
(2026-05-11). Ronaldo, King take Al-Nassr closer to SPL 2025-26 title. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's leadership as well as football skills were on full display again on Wednesday April 29, 2026 as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Ahli Saudi FC in the 30th round of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26.
(2026-05-11). Angola: Flood Survivors Living in Precarious Conditions. hrw.org (Johannesburg) — Angolan authorities should carry out an independent and credible investigation into the Cavaco River dike collapse and ensure that internally displaced communities receive immediate, adequate, and transparent assistance, Human Rights Watch said today.Official figures indicate that heavy rainfall and the collapse of the Cavaco River dike on April 12, 2026, triggered devastating floods in Angola's western Benguela province, killing at least 19 people, leaving 31 missing, and affecting more than 8,000 families. At least 3,624 people were rescued, 1,540 homes were destroyed, 3,871 were damaged,…
(2026-05-11). The Party They Said Would Never Govern: How Reform UK Reshaped British Politics. moderndiplomacy.eu By the time the results boards cleared in the early hours of 8 May 2026, the verdict was impossible to soften. Reform UK had seized over 1,400 council seats across England, taken control of 13 local authorities, and planted its flag in places that had not seen political competition in living memory: Sunderland, Suffolk, Havering, …
(2026-05-11). Officials and activists are working to overturn Illinois's anti-BDS law. Could their campaign become a national model? mondoweiss.net 
Activists and lawmakers in Illinois are pushing to repeal the state's anti-BDS law, the nation's first such law. The campaign could serve as a model for more than 30 states that have since adopted anti-BDS laws.
(2026-05-11). Can Hantavirus Trigger Another Global Health Crisis? thinktank.pk The sudden outbreak of hantavirus linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius has triggered international concern after infected and potentially exposed passengers were evacuated to countries including France, the United States, Britain, the Netherlands, and Spain. While health authorities insist the risk of a global outbreak remains low, the incident has revived fears about emerging …
(2026-05-11). 'It's a lifesaver': Philadelphia parent and advocates want more stores to have shopping carts for children with special needs. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? At one point, Constance Jones used to dread grocery shopping. | Her 7-year-old son Austen has Jones either had to find someone to take care of her son while she went shopping, or she had to find a shopping cart that would fit her son. | "If he's doing a lot of…
(2026-05-11). Now You See Them… Now You Don't. scheerpost.com Women Leaders and Trump 2.0 Karen J. Greenberg Tom Dispatch It's been a tough couple of months for women officials in Washington — or, more accurately, in Trumpland. In early March (Women's History Month, by the way), in a Truth Social post, the president fired Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, the second woman ever …
(2026-05-11). What is economic development? mronline.org 
Since capital is globalized under neo-liberalism while labour remains confined to specific countries, a higher rate of accumulation is supposed to require the creation of a more attractive environment for capital compared to other countries; and lower wages constitute one major component of this more attractive environment.
(2026-05-11). Wow! Losing the war PLUS losing the peace — the frenzy of fiascos ravage MAGA Trump 'greatness'. nationofchange.org What other blundering buffoons ever lost a war (of choice), then willfully lost the peace via threats, phony bluffs and tin-ear, belligerent BS?>
(2026-05-11). UPSC Coaching: Haj Committee Invites Application for 2026-27 Batch. ummid.com UPSC Coaching: The Haj Committee of India for its IAS & Allied Services Coaching and Guidance Cell, which runs UPSC Civil Services Coaching for the students from minority communities on concession basis, has invited applications for the 2026-27 batch.
(2026-05-11). Disabled campaigners lift lid on new DWP benefits scandal. thecanary.co 
Despite the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) constantly spewing hatred about Universal Credit claimants stealing taxpayer money, disabled campaigners are reporting that some are being overpaid payments. Disability News Service (DNS) reported that disabled researcher and campaigner Caroline Richardson was contacted by multiple claimants who'd been overpaid. DWP absolutely useless, again Campaigners identified that over payments […] | By
(2026-05-11). More passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship test positive. scmp.com A French woman and an American national evacuated from the cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak have tested positive, officials said on Monday, as the complex operation to repatriate those on board continued. | The French woman, one of five passengers from France flown back from the MV Hondius and placed in isolation in Paris, started to feel unwell on Sunday night, and "tests came back positive", said Health Minister Stephanie Rist.
(2026-05-11). Delhi: Blaze in Vivek Vihar building leaves 9 dead. ummid.com At least 9 people have died after fire broke out in a 4-storey residential building in Vivek Vihar area of Delhi's Shahdara Sunday May 03, 2026.
(2026-05-11). US Steel contests OSHA fines for deadly Clairton Coke Works explosion. wsws.org Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fined US Steel and its contractor MPW Industrial Services $180,000 for the deaths of Timothy Quinn and Steven Menefee.
(2026-05-11). Campaign to Overturn Illinois Anti-BDS Law Picks Up Steam. truthout.org Since 2014, U.S. lawmakers have introduced over 200 bills targeting the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement. The vast majority of these efforts have failed to pass, but more than 30 states have adopted anti-BDS laws. The first state-based measure to take specific action against Israel boycotts was passed in Illinois in 2015; 49-0 in the Senate and 102-0 in the House. |
(2026-05-11). NYT report finds Israel spent over $1mn on Eurovision campaign. newarab.com 
(2026-05-11). Israel's Knesset backs 'show trial' bill to try 7 Oct defendants. newarab.com
(2026-05-11). Where Are The Carriers As Of May 11, 2026: 20 Warships Enforce Iran Blockade. twz.com 
Meanwhile, USS Nimitz has made a stop in Rio as part of its circumnavigation of South America and repositioning cruise to Norfolk.
(2026-05-11). Lawsuit blames OpenAI for ChatGPT helping plan Florida mass shooting. scmp.com The widow of a man killed in last year's mass shooting at Florida State University is suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI, blaming the company's artificial intelligence chatbot for giving advice on how to carry out the rampage. | The lawsuit comes after state authorities disclosed that ChatGPT gave information to the shooter about what time and location would maximise victims on campus, as well as the type of gun and ammunition to use. Authorities say he was also told that an attack can get more media…
(2026-05-11). 2026 Kerala Election Results Live. ummid.com Kerala Election 2026 Results: Counting of votes began in Kerala at various centers across the state today i.e. Monday May 04, 2026 at 08: 00 am amid heavy security.
(2026-05-11). The AI Mythos: If we can destroy the World, imagine what we can do for your hedge fund. mronline.org 
You ever wonder why people who make AI talk about how AI might destroy humanity—but still keep making AI?>
(2026-05-11). Trump says Iran's response to U.S. plan 'totally unacceptable'. ecns.cn Urgent: Trump says Irans response to U."Trump wrote on his Truth Social.
(2026-05-11). Harriet Harman accused of cronyism following 'accidental' tweet fiasco. thecanary.co 
Following Labour's disastrous 2026 local elections, Keir Starmer attempted to once again reboot his government. Farcically, the latest 'refresh' saw him bringing back Gordon Brown (the last Labour politician to lose an election as a sitting PM) and Harriet Harman (the woman whose stint as deputy Labour leader proved so unpopular that it rallied support […] | By
(2026-05-11). US issues alert to banks on IRGC efforts to evade sanctions. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – The United States on Monday issued an alert to financial institutions warning of efforts by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' to evade U.S. sanctions, as concerns mount of a resumption of hostilities in the conflict with Iran.The U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) said it issued the alert to assist financial institutions in identifying those funding and facilitating procurement networks supporting the IRGC.
(2011-05-26). Pak coaches introduced to modern badminton training methods. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-05-11). 'Utter Injustice': Outrage as Modi Govt Hikes Hajj 2026 Airfare. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government is facing outrage after the Ministry hiked airfare of the pilgrims going to Makkah for Hajj 2026 by 10,000 rupees.
(2026-05-11). South Africa plans presidential impeachment probe over 'Farmgate' scandal. aljazeera.com The country's parliament says its speaker will begin the process of setting up the impeachment committee.
(2026-05-11). Tuesday 5/12: Enough is Enough – STOP Musk & Altman's Threat to the Workers of the US & the World! indybay.org Oakland Federal Building | 1301 Clay St. | Oakland…
(2026-05-11). South Africa's Ramaphosa defies calls to resign over 'cash-in-sofa' scandal. scmp.com South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faced down calls to resign on Monday over a scandal in which thieves stole bundles of cash in foreign currency hidden in a sofa on his ranch. | In a televised address to the nation, Ramaphosa said he respected a constitutional court ruling that revived impeachment proceedings against him ‚Äålast week but pledged to defend himself.
(2026-05-11). China launches Tianzhou-10 cargo craft to send space station supplies. ecns.cn China launched the cargo craft Tianzhou-10 from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on Monday morning to deliver supplies for its orbiting Tiangong space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency.
(2026-05-11). Sunday 6/14: SAFAR: A Journey of Recollections. indybay.org Creativity Theater, Children's Creativity Museum, | Yerba Buena Gardens, 221 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-05-11). Israeli elections: Can a Bennett-Lapid alliance oust Netanyahu. newarab.com 
Ramallah, occupied West Bank – Israeli opposition leaders Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett have The move revives the partnership that
(2026-05-11). Australia: Health Workers Rank-and-File Committee opposes Labor's attack on disability services. wsws.org The meeting of health and disability workers unanimously passed a resolution opposing the cuts to the National Disability Insurance Scheme and discussed a campaign to mobilise health workers against Labor's brutal austerity agenda.
(2026-05-11). Wednesday 5/13: Voting Rights: What Constitutes Free and Fair Elections? (In-Person w/ LWV & MI). indybay.org Mechanics Institute | 57 Post Street | San Francisco, CA 94104…
(2026-05-11). México, Oaxaca: Gustavo Esteva "Tejiendo Alternativas" indybay.org México, Oaxaca 2019: "Tejiendo Alternativas" — Entrevista a Gustavo Esteva…
(2026-05-11). Trump Class Battleships Will Be Nuclear Powered. twz.com 
The U.S. Navy says its The Navy announced its intention to fit a nuclear pr…
(2026-05-11). Wilmington issues eviction notices at homeless encampment as Mayor Carney states area was always 'temporary'. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? People living in a city-sanctioned homeless tent village at a local Wilmington park woke up on Monday morning to eviction notices from Mayor John Carney's office. | Residents said several police officers and representatives of the Friendship House, the site manager, moved through the park handing out the notices without explaining what they meant, leaving people upset and confused. | "What was your purpose?" Latifah Evans asked. "Why give us an area then take it from us? Why…
(2026-05-11). Nation OKs real-world 6G trials. ecns.cn China has taken a key step toward shaping the global future of telecommunications, as the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology officially approved the trial spectrum in the 6GHz band for 6G technology development.
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). China-Europe Railway Express hits 130,000 trip milestone, carrying goods worth over $520 billion. ecns.cn The China-Europe Railway Express completed its 130,000th trip last Saturday, with the total value of goods shipped exceeding $520 billion, according to the China State Railway Group.
(2026-05-11). No evidence of Hantavirus in Iran: health ministry. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The deputy health minister has said no case of Hantavirus has been reported in Iran so far, and the risk of its epidemic is very low.
(2026-05-11). Rubio hosts Ethiopia's FM amid push to boost security ties: What to know. al-monitor.com In response to heightening regional volatility, Ethiopia is prioritizing a strategic partnership with the Washington to secure its geopolitical standing.
(2026-05-11). Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of violating 3-day ceasefire. ecns.cn MOSCOW/KIEV, May 10 ⚪ Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating a declared three-day ceasefire.
(2026-05-11). AI Companies Are Recklessly Racing Toward a Cybersecurity Crisis. commondreams.org Google researchers
(2026-05-11). Labour ministers ditch leadership plotting for the Devil Wears Prada 2. thecanary.co 
Following Labour's embarrassing defeat at the polls, business and trade secretary and friend of Israel, Peter Kyle, was the designated fall guy and sent out on the media round. It was as serious a time as you'd expect, with Kyle saying Wes Streeting is not plotting to overthrow Keir Starmer. The labour ministers were too […] | By
(2026-05-11). Statement by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. icrc.org Delivered by Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent…
(2026-05-11). UMass Boston academic worker backs Harvard grad student strikers: "I have classmates on food stamps" wsws.org A graduate student worker at UMass in Boston described how Harvard and other major universities rely on exploitation of academic workers.
(2026-05-11). Major confrontation looming against Hochul and Mamdani: New York transit and LIRR workers should build rank-and-file committees to prepare a united strike! wsws.org The Metropolitan Transportation Authority ( MTA), like mass transit agencies all over the country, is determined to make the workers pay for a fiscal crisis that they did not create.
(2012-05-26). PSB rolls out digital platform for athlete talent scouting. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has launched the National Talent Identification and Verification System (NTIVS), a digital, merit-based initiative aimed at providing a transparent and structured pathway for young athletes across the country to be identified and assessed for national-level opportunities. | The initiative addresses a long-standing gap in Pakistan's sports ecosystem, where aspiring athletes often relied on informal channels, personal connections, or limited exposure to gain recognition. Through NTIVS, PSB seeks to institutionalise a fair and documented mechanism that allows talented individuals to pr…
(2026-05-11). Baristas: Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol's "Back to Starbucks" Is Taking Us Backwards. wibailoutpeople.org View this email in your browser As Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol tells the press, his Back to Starbucks plan is working; baristas across social media are sounding the alarm on benefits and hours being cut. Brian Niccol is taking us backward. This isn't the first time this has happened, and in stores without a union, …
(2026-05-11). South Sudan: The country's humanitarian needs continue to rise. icrc.org Joint SSRC-IFRC-ICRC News Release…
(2026-05-11). Sunday 5/17: Fossil Free Future Festival: Joyful Resistance to Chevron. indybay.org Keller Beach & Judge Carroll Park in Richmond, CA | W Cutting Blvd and S. Garrard Blvd, Richmond, CA 94801 US | Schedule/Location: | 11: 00am Indigenous Opening Ceremony at Keller Beach | 12: 00pm Festival at Judge Carroll Park…
(2026-05-11). UK's Starmer under renewed pressure to quit as lawmaker revolt grows. scmp.com Keir Starmer ‚Å came under renewed pressure on Monday when four ministerial aides stepped down and more than 70 Labour lawmakers publicly called for the British prime minister's resignation after his appeal for another chance seemingly fell on deaf ears. | At an address to the party faithful in London, Starmer had made an impassioned plea to both his party and voters to stick with him and avoid a leadership contest he said would only bring chaos, but his speech appeared to do little to stem the…
(2026-05-11). Are Trump's nuclear plans illegal? commondreams.org The so-called "Rubber-Stamp Rule", an effort by the Trump administration to "Make America Nuclear Again", violates key components of the Atomic Energy Act (AEA) and Energy Reorganization Act, according
(2026-05-11). Reform councillor who wants benefit claimants 'put down' joins the Senedd. thecanary.co 
Reform UK councillor Francesca O'Brien posted that she's completed her Senedd member induction. The fact that she's taken her seat as a Reform politician shows her party really doesn't care what its candidates say about people. Reform UK's new MS, the same Francesca O'Brien who defected to Reform UK from the Conservatives saying it was […] | By
(2026-05-11). 2026 Leidesdorff Plaza – Diamond Jubilee, "Gum Saan" from Chinatown SF to Chinatown Folsom. indybay.org Leidesdorff Street Downtown San Francisco to Leidesdorff Street City of Folsom was the destination of "gold seekers" to "Gum Saan" or Gold Mountain, for thousands of early Chinese Gold Miners.
(2026-05-11). Saturday 6/6: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: Here Comes the Sun, by Bill McKibben. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). Nothing can stop the break-up of Britain Even Farage is powerless. strategic-culture.su By Aris ROUSSINOS | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | In 1990, shortly before the collapse of Yugoslavia, the Serb cartoonist "C…
(2026-05-11). What's Missing In Cities' Climate Resilience Interventions? popularresistance.org Cities are under growing pressure to green their infrastructure, manage stormwater, and reverse ecological decline, all at once. Three studies published in recent weeks offer useful, if sometimes sobering, evidence on where progress is being made and where the gaps remain. | The research spans three distinct interventions — household-level stormwater management in coastal cities, the ecological performance of urban green alleys, and the role of urban planners in freshwater conservation — but all conclude by pointing to a consistent theme.
(2026-05-11). Saei re-elected as head of Iran taekwondo federation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Hadi Saei has been re-elected as the president of the Iran Taekwondo Federation for another four-year term.
(2026-05-11). Sunday 6/7: 51st Annual Santa Cruz Pride Parade & Festival. indybay.org Parade starts at 11am at the intersection of Cathcart St. and Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-11). Select Select Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Physics is essentially an intuitive and concrete science. Mathematics is only a means for expressing the laws that govern phenomena." — Albert Einstein…
(2026-05-11). The Sociology of Disobedience: Rejecting Revered Elders for Algorithmic Aldermen. ummid.com We simply cannot afford to replace our revered elders with AI-driven chatbots.
(2026-05-11). Apple Worker Ashley Gjovik and the Struggle for Heath & Safety, Labor & the Environment. indybay.org Apple health and safety whistleblower and environmentalist Ashley Gjovik spoke in San Jose about her struggle at Apple to protect her health and safety and fellow workers and the retaliation and corruption of government agencies. She also discussed the ongoing environmental dangers by Apple and other sites in the South Bay.
(2026-05-11). China deepens footprint at AI conference despite NeurIPS dispute, US tensions. scmp.com Chinese technology companies and researchers turned out in force at a leading global artificial intelligence conference, despite mounting questions over whether they might avoid the event as a consequence of tense relations between Beijing and Washington. | Papers with contributors from mainland China and Hong Kong accounted for over 51 per cent of accepted submissions, compared with just under 32 per cent from the United States, according to statistics compiled from the listed affiliations for…
(2026-05-11). New Orleans wants to fix its Mardi Gras mess. So why is the trash pile still growing? grist.org 
When cleaning crews dug deep into New Orleans' clogged drains in 2018, they pulled up leaves, mud — and 46 tons of Mardi Gras beads. | The sheer magnitude of waste accumulated over decades of Carnivals — and its impact on the flood-prone city's drainage system — shocked many residents and city officials. | "Once you hear a number like that, there's no going back," then-Public Works director Dani Galloway But nearly…
(2026-05-11). NYPIRG's Horner on Late State Budget. mediasanctuary.org New York's budget is now six weeks late, though Governor Hochul claims the numeruos policy issues she has inserted into the budget are now largely agreed to. Blair Horner of NYPIRG talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about how the budget undercuts the concept of democracy, particularly in how the climate issue has been handled.
(2026-05-11). Paratroopers jump onto Britain's most remote inhabited island for hantavirus mission. scmp.com British paratroopers landed on a "golf course covered in rocks" to supply medical personnel and oxygen to Britain's most remote overseas territory as it deals with a suspected hantavirus case, an army commander said on Sunday. | The UK Health Security Agency confirmed on Friday that a British national had disembarked from the cruise ship MV Hondius to the South Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, where they live, with a suspected case of hantavirus.
(2026-05-11). Talk World Radio: Scott Langley on Abolishing the Death Penalty. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-05-11). China launches cargo craft Tianzhou-10 to send supplies for space station. ecns.cn China launched the cargo craft Tianzhou-10 from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on Monday morning to deliver supplies for its orbiting Tiangong space station, according to the China Manned Space Agency. | The Long March-7 rocket, carrying Tianzhou-10, blasted off at 8: 14 a.m. (Beijing Time) from Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province, the agency said.
(2026-05-11). The Town That Wouldn't Die: A View from the Streets of Bint Jbeil. thecanary.co 
If you want to understand the soul of Bint Jbeil, you don't look at a map. Instead, you look at the Israeli artillery left in our town square — a sign of liberation from the occupation after the year 2000. Our town centre was a graveyard of Israeli hubris. We kept the rusted skeletons of […] | By
(2026-05-11). China Soars In Democratic Perception Ranking As US, Israel Plummet. popularresistance.org China is among the most democratic countries in the world, according to the perception of its own citizens, while the US is now among the most negatively perceived countries in the world, according to a new poll released on 10 May. | The survey, the Democracy Perception Index, was compiled by the Alliance of Democracies Foundation in Denmark. | It surveyed more than 94,000 respondents in 98 countries about their perceptions of their own governments on issues related to democracy. The survey ranked each country on a scale from +100 to —100.
(2026-05-11). ICSE 10th Result 2026 Out; Check Toppers List. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has declared the result of the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Class X (Class 10th) 2026 exam along with toppers list on its official website cisce.org…
(2026-05-11). Fed Judge Rules DOGE Illegally and "Blatantly" Used DEI Terms to Cut Grants. truthout.org A federal judge ruled last week that millions of dollars in cuts made by the so-called "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE), a quasi-government entity led by billionaire Elon Musk, improperly targeted grants distributed by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) by targeting terminology relating to protected statuses. The NEH cuts by DOGE staffers "blatantly used" race, gender… |
(2026-05-11). Sunday 5/10: Direct Action Workshop. indybay.org 3124 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley…
(2026-05-11). New support programs for damaged industries, low-income households on agenda. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, in a joint meeting with members of the Social Committee of Parliament, said that new support programs for the reconstruction of damaged industries and support for low-income households are on the agenda.
(2026-05-11). Return of the Yellow Monster of the Diné: Uranium Mining on the Big Rez. portside.org Return of the Yellow Monster of the Diné: Uranium Mining on the Big Rez |
(2026-05-11). The Global Sumud Flotilla is sailing on, here is why. aljazeera.com The Israeli attack on part of our flotilla has convinced us we must continue with our mission.
(2026-05-11). China's zero-tariff policy creates opportunities for Nigerian exporters, says official. ecns.cn ABUJA, May 10 ⚪ Chinas implementation of a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries is beneficial for Nigerian exporters and helps strengthen bilateral trade between the two nations, a Nigerian official said on Sunday.
(2026-05-11). Americans think Trump has explained Iran war goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, May 11 (Reuters) – Two out of three Americans think President Donald Trump has not clearly explained why the country has gone to war with Iran, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll completed on Monday that also showed his approval rating ticking up from the lowest level of his term.The four-day poll revealed deep concerns about surging gasoline prices, and also suggested many voters are casting blame for their troubles on Trump's Republican allies who will be defending their congressional majorities in the November midterm elections.
(2026-05-11). Starmer's "survival speech" only postpones his downfall amid Labour's collapse. wsws.org These events vindicate the struggle of the Socialist Equality Party, which opposed the election of this rotten party and the pseudo-left tendencies who backed Starmer as the "lesser of two evils".
(2026-05-11). New Green Party deputy mayor wants to ban landlords from profiting. thecanary.co 
The Green Party outperformed its best ever results in the 2026 local elections. As a result, there are many more Green councillors now, and with that comes interesting new ideas you won't hear from status quo politicians: Based. t.co/RvrJljCufx — Curtis Daly (@CurtisDaly_) May 10, 2026 Oh, and when we say the Greens outperformed their […] | By
(2026-05-11). Israel's election may end the Netanyahu era but not the 'forever wars'. scmp.com Israel's next election campaign is well under way, with political defections, fractious coalition-building and naked appeals to ethnic exclusion marking its opening salvoes as a crowded field of challengers queues up to try Benjamin Netanyahu for the security catastrophe of October 7, 2023 and the wars that followed. | The vote, constitutionally set for this October, is shaping up as a referendum on the prime minister's central claim to power: that only he can keep Israel safe.
(2026-05-11). Three Months In: EPA's Endangerment Finding Repeal Has Quietly Become a Legal Fight, not a Scientific One. wattsupwiththat.com For all the talk of finally relitigating the underlying climate science, the EPA's final rule does almost none of that. It does not argue that greenhouse gases fail to qualify as pollutants. It does not litigate model sensitivities, the surface temperature record, attribution methodology, or any of the empirical questions that WUWT contributors and others have spent close to two decades documenting. The science case is, formally, not the basis of the rule.
(2026-05-11). EU agrees sanctions on Israeli West Bank settlers, Hamas leaders. aljazeera.com The long-awaited agreement comes after Hungary's new government dropped the country's veto.
(2026-05-11). Right, Washington Post, Banning Hamburger Ads Won't Stop Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com They want to push what farmers remain to go all-organic, which ironically means they will need more land to produce anywhere near the same output because yields will fall, resulting in higher overall emissions.
(2026-05-11). Loss of 1b barrels due to Iran war will slow oil market recovery, Aramco CEO warns. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The global oil market faces a prolonged recovery following the loss of approximately one billion barrels of crude over the past two months, the CEO of Saudi Aramco has warned. Even if key shipping routes are reopened, energy markets will take time to stabilize, according to a Reuters report published on Sunday.
(2026-05-11). "We call on all those with influence and responsibility to uphold the protections that civilians, medical personnel, humanitarian workers and communities depend on" icrc.org A joint statement from President of the ICRC Mirjana Spoljaric and the President of the IFRC Kate Forbes…
(2026-05-11). Peter Tatchell assaulted at Rally Against Antisemitism. thecanary.co 
Veteran human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell was assaulted and forced out by a mob at the Rally Against Antisemitism in Whitehall on Sunday 10 May. He described attendees at the rally wrestling and shoving him and stealing a Free Palestine badge. He also received threats of violence if he attempted to rejoin the rally. And […] | By
(2026-05-11). Defend DACA Nurses! Kaiser CNA-NNU Rally In San Francisco To Protest Attack On Nurse. indybay.org Kaiser is attacking a CNA NNU Kaiser nurse by refusing to provide administrative leave for her paper to come through from the government. Unlike UC nurses Kaiser is moving to terminate her.
(2026-05-11). The Hidden Benefits of Modern Financial Products You Should Know About. moguldom.com In today's fast-paced financial landscape, it's easy to assume that the financial products you're using offer nothing more than the basics: the ability to save, invest, and pay bills. But what if your credit cards, bank accounts, and investment apps were providing more than just the essentials? Many modern financial tools come with hidden perks …
(2026-05-11). Two senior cops in court for charges of criminal misconduct. sanews.gov.za Two senior cops in court for charges of criminal misconduct | Two senior police officers and a businessman have appeared in the Kempton Park Magistrates' Court on charges related to contravening the Precious Metals Act and defeating or obstructing the course of justice. | The accused in the case include Head of Counter-Intelligence in the South African Police Service Crime Intelligence Division, Major-General Feroz Khan; Gauteng Provincial Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), Major-General Ebrahim Ahmed Kadwa and businessman Tariq Downes. | "The charges emanate from an incident on 5 Ma…
(2026-05-11). Barcelona are Crowned Champions of the Spanish Football League. radiohc.cu Havana, May 10 (RHC) — Barcelona sealed their Spanish League title at the Spotify Camp Nou, with three games to spare, after defeating their arch-rivals Real Madrid 2-0 today. | Barcelona became uncatchable with 91 points—14 more than Real Madrid—and clinched the title thanks to the masterful leadership of Hansi Flick, who secured his second consecutive trophy at the helm of the Catalan club. | A free-kick goal from Marcus Rashford in the ninth minute ignited the stands and sparked celebrations across Catalonia, and the party continued with Ferran Torres' goal in the 18th minute, assisted by Dani…
(2026-05-11). Agni-5 MIRV, hypersonic missile tech: Shishir Gupta explains details of India's game-changing leap. hindustantimes.com India test‚Äëfired a new Agni‚ÄëV with MIRV warheads and followed it within 24 hours with a successful hypersonic scramjet test, in what HT's Executive Editor Shishir Gupta calls a game‚Äëchanging boost to India's nuclear deterrent. The upgrades aim to beat missile defences, outclass Pakistan's China‚Äëbacked Ababeel and send a sharp message on Operation Sindoor's anniversary.
(2026-05-11). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-11). Why Niger's French Media Ban Is Bigger Than Press Freedom. thinktank.pk The decision by Niger's military-led government to suspend several major French media organizations is not just another dispute between a former colony and its old colonial power. It represents a deeper geopolitical shift unfolding across West Africa — one where control over information has become as important as control over territory, military alliances, and natural …
(2026-05-11). Protection of health care in armed conflict: UN Security Council Resolution 2286 10 years on. icrc.org Briefing by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council Arria-formula Meeting: "A Decade of Resolution 2286: Protecting Medical Care in Conflict Amid Evolving Threats".
(2026-05-11). Trump's boat strike campaign reaches 57 attacks as legal questions mount. nationofchange.org The Trump administration's latest strike killed two people and left one survivor missing, intensifying scrutiny of a military campaign that has offered no public evidence for its drug-trafficking claims while experts describe the attacks as extrajudicial killings.
(2026-05-11). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-11). 'Horrific scene': bodies found in shipping container at Texas rail yard. scmp.com Federal agents are investigating the deaths of six people thought to be immigrants found inside a shipping container at a Union Pacific rail yard near the border with Mexico in Laredo, Texas, on Sunday as a "potential human smuggling event". | A Union Pacific employee found the bodies of six people inside a shipping container Sunday afternoon, said Jose Baeza, the Laredo Police Department public information officer.
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2011-05-26). DHA Hockey Academy a landmark initiative for revival of Pakistan hockey. tribune.com.pk 
President of the Pakistan Sports Writers Federation and Secretary General of AIPS Asia, Amjad Aziz Malik, has termed the DHA Hockey Academy, Lahore a major step towards the revival of Pakistan hockey, urging young players to dedicate themselves to restoring the country's lost glory in the national game. | He expressed these views while addressing under-30 players participating in training sessions at the DHA Hockey Academy at Manzoorul Hassan Hockey Stadium. Former Olympian Manzoorul Hassan and ex-World Cup player Colonel Saeed Khan were also present on the occasion. | Malik received a warm welcome upon his ar…
(2026-05-11). Two more cruise ship passengers test positive for hantavirus. aljazeera.com One French passenger and one from the US test positive after being evacuated from the vessel in the Canary Islands.
(2026-05-11). China, U.S. to hold economic, trade consultations in ROK on May 12-13. ecns.cn The two sides will be guided by the important consensus reached between the two heads of state at their meeting in Busan and during previous calls, and will hold consultations on economic and trade issues of mutual concern, according to the ministry.
(2026-05-11). WBW News Action: Eerie Reminder of Holocaust Past. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-05-11). C-5 Galaxies Now Slated To Keep Flying Until 2050 As Readiness Plummets To 37 Percent. twz.com 
Nothing in the USAF's inventory can do what a C-5 can, but even after costly upgrades, they remain extremely temperamental.
(2026-05-11). Establishment media are STILL trying to have a go at Zack Polanski. thecanary.co 
The establishment's terror of the Greens has not diminished after the party's powerful performance in last week's 2026 local elections. Those elections saw the Greens more than quadruple their seats to 587, win more mayoral elections than any other party and win control of their first five councils ever. The party also gained hugely in […] | By
(2026-05-11). China's CPI up 1.2% in April. ecns.cn Chinas consumer price index, a main gauge of inflation, rose 1.2% year on year in April, official data showed on Monday.
(2026-05-11). Is Trumpland only for Men? juancole.com (
(2026-05-11). Gauteng Liquor Board report released. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Liquor Board report released | Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, has released the Gauteng Liquor Board (GLB) Committee of Inquiry Report. | The report has been submitted to Gauteng Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Economic Development and was made available to the MEC after she assumed office last month. | "Following a thorough review of its findings and recommendations, the MEC has taken the decision to release the report publicly in the interest of transparency, accountability, and restoring public confidence in government institutions," the department said in a statement. | T…
(2026-05-11). Trump message on economy: Don't worry, be happy! peoplesworld.org 
Top White House operatives are claiming that "through the roof" credit card use by consumers is a sign of a healthy economy. Millions using those credit cards everyday know, however, that what is driving their reliance on plastic is high costs and a lack of cash to pay them. In the midst of a week …
(2026-05-11). How a Personal Loan Can Help Fund Your Career Development. moguldom.com In today's fast-paced job market, career development has become an essential aspect of personal and professional growth. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, earn a degree, attend a conference, or gain certification, investing in your career can lead to better job opportunities and higher earning potential. However, these opportunities often come with high financial …
(2026-05-11). EU sanctions violent Israeli settlers after months of deadlock. aljazeera.com The assets of violent Israeli settlers and settler organisations are being targeted in a new EU sanctions package.
(2026-05-11). Ballast water from damaged tanker responsible for oil spill in Kharg: DOE. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Department of Environment (DOE) has confirmed that the oil slick observed near the Persian Gulf island of Kharg was due to the discharge of contaminated ballast water from a damaged tanker.
(2026-05-11). Gardener's guide: How to convert your home lawn into a meadow. whyy.org 
This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Landscape experts and environmentalists are touting the benefits of converting lawns into meadows and encouraging native plants. These peaceful habitats with native grasses and wildflowers have a number of environmental benefits. | This spring, Pennsylvania…
(2026-05-11). Arsenal smash and grab against Hammers as VAR dominates. thecanary.co 
Arsenal left the London Stadium with a 1-0 win, after a real dog fight of a match. A smash and grab if you like, but also a controversial decision that will dominate the week. Leandro Trossard's 83rd-minute finish proved decisive, but the real drama arrived in stoppage time when Callum Wilson's late leveller was ruled […] | By
(2026-05-11). America's Un-Christian Autocracy. scheerpost.com Scott Corey for Informed Comment The intersection of religion and politics is a sensitive realm, but the global conversation has undeniably arrived there. The recent conflict between the Pope and the US President was not a personal tiff or a celebrity feud. Fundamental principles of 21st Century authoritarianism drive explicit rejections of core Christian beliefs. …
(2026-05-11). Call for Rotuman people to speak language or it could be 'lost forever'. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Luka Forman, RNZ journalist A community leader from a tiny island says preserving her native tongue is more important than ever, as schools on the island itself have stopped teaching it. Rotuma is an island about 650km north of Fiji and is a dependency of Fiji. UNESCO lists Rotuman as definitely endangered and says…
(2026-05-11). 60+ Organizations In Palestine Demand Release Of Flotilla Activists. popularresistance.org More than 60 civil society organizations in Palestine issued a statement demanding the immediate release of detained Global Sumud Flotilla activists, reiterating their appreciation of the flotilla campaign, and calling for more solidarity action. | The statement is deeply valued by campaigners seeking to free Palestine. It is reminiscent of the encouragement of international solidarity offered by the African National Congress and its allies when they were seeking to abolish apartheid in South Africa. The South Africans valued the solidarity actions on college campuses and by religious, civil rights, and legal org…
(2026-05-11). 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.
(2026-05-11). La risposta cinese alla crisi mediorientale disinnesca l'aggressività degli Stati Uniti. strategic-culture.su Dal punto di vista diplomatico, la posizione della Cina durante l'attuale crisi mediorientale è rimasta coerente con la sua postura geopolitica tradizionale: diplomazia invece del conflitto, sostegno alla sovranità , all'integrità territoriale e alla dignità dell'Iran nel rispetto del diritto internazionale, appoggio alla mediazione del Pakistan | Segue nostro Dal punto di vista diplomatico, la posizione della Cina durante l'attuale cris…
(2026-05-11). Fans celebrate as Barcelona clinches LaLiga title. aljazeera.com Barcelona fans filled the streets in wild celebration after a convincing 2-0 El Clasico win over Real Madrid.
(2026-05-11). Friday 5/15: Get the Flock Out of SF Peninsula. indybay.org Corner El Camino Real/Embarcadero in front of Town and Country Village lamp post | Palo Alto CA…
(2026-05-11). San Francisco Bay Area Tibetan Monks and Community Members Have Urban Walk for Peace. indybay.org El Cerrito, CA, Tibetan Monks and Community Members Walk for Peace…
(2026-05-11). What next for Real Madrid after Barcelona's La Liga and Clasico triumph? aljazeera.com Barca sealed their La Liga title defence in the best way possible on Sunday, but where do Real go now, after their loss?>
(2026-05-11). Lamine Yamal waves Palestine flag as Barcelona celebrate La Liga win. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands of Barca fans pack streets of Spanish city during open-top bus parade after football league victory.
(2026-05-11). Sunday 6/14: Immigrant Rights Sunday at La Peña "Disappeared in Detention" indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center (3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley)…