news.meaww.com (2024-05-26). Donald Girard: NYC college suspends officer after viral video shows him cursing and threatening student protestors
A security officer from a New York City college, Sgt Donald Girard, was suspended on Friday, May 24, following the release of a video that showed him using offensive language and threats against pro-Palestinian protestors during their graduation ceremony.
edexlive.com (2024-05-26). Campus Safety Officer at NYC College Suspended for Pro-Palestinian Comments
A campus safety officer at a public college in New York City has been suspended after footage circulated online showing him cursing at pro-Palestinian protesters at a graduation ceremony and saying he supported killing them all, the school confirmed…
(2024-05-26). French court sentences three officials close to Bashar al-Assad to life imprisonment for crimes against humanity. fidh.org The Paris Criminal Court has found three high-ranking Syrian officials guilty of complicity in crimes against humanity and war crimes committed against two French-Syrians, Patrick and Mazzen Dabbagh.
Paris, 24 May 2024 – Ali Mamlouk, Jamil Hassan and Abdel Salam Mahmoud have been sentenced to life imprisonment for complicity in imprisonment, torture, enforced disappearance and murder constituting crimes against humanity — as well as for confiscation of property, qualified as war crimes. (…) | – |
(2024-05-26). Obeying the ICJ order is Israel's last opportunity to save itself from becoming a pariah state. haaretz.com
(2024-05-26). Israel Responds To ICJ Ruling To Halt Rafah Assault By Massacring Dozens. popularresistance.org Israel escalated its attacks on civilians in Gaza on 24 May in response to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling ordering Israel to cease its military operation in the southern Gaza city of Rafah. | Friday's ruling by the ICJ came as part of an ongoing case to determine if Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. The ruling is a provisional measure to halt Israeli military action in response to its ongoing attack on Rafah, which has killed hundreds of Palestinians and displaced hundreds of thousands who had already been displaced by Israeli bombing in Gaza's north. | Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu deni…
(2024-05-26). 'Israel' Ignores ICJ Order of Halting Rafah Assault, Massacres Dozens of Palestinians. orinocotribune.com Israel escalated its attacks on civilians throughout the Gaza Strip, ignoring the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling ordering it to cease its military operation in Rafah on the southern border of the enclave. | On Friday, May 24, the ICJ ordered Israel to halt its military offensive in Rafah as part of the ongoing genocide case filed by South Africa earlier this year. | The top UN court said that the current situation entails further risks of "irreparable damage" to the rights of Palestinians in Gaza and that conditions have been met for new emergency measures. | "[Israel must] immediately halt its milit…
(2024-05-26). South Africa welcomes ICJ ruling on Israel action in Rafah. sanews.gov.za South Africa welcomes ICJ ruling on Israel action in Rafah | South Africa has welcomed the order handed down by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday by 13 votes to 2, ordering Israel to immediately halt its military operation. | According to the Presidency, the court ordered Israel to halt any other actions in Rafah "which may inflict on the Palestinian group in Gaza conditions of life that could bring about its physical destruction in whole or in part". | "The court further ordered Israel to maintain open the Rafah crossing for unhindered provision of urgently needed basic services and humanitarian…
(2024-05-26). ICJ ruling won't immediately change war in Gaza, but danger still looms for Israel. haaretz.com While there are no immediate moves to rein in the IDF, in the longer term there are two dangers: an imposed cease-fire without a resolution of the hostage crisis and missing the Biden administration's proposal for a comprehensive U.S.-Saudi-Israeli agreement…
(2024-05-26). FIDH welcomes the ICC Prosecutor's historic requests for arrest warrants in the Palestine situation. fidh.org
(2024-05-26). After Tel Aviv area rocket barrage, defense chief says Israel's mission in Rafah 'clearer'. haaretz.com Two people lightly wounded in central Israel following rocket barrage, rescue services say ‚ñ Cease-fire and hostage release talks to resume Tuesday, CNN reports ‚ñ IDF denies Hamas claim that it captured Israeli soldiers in Gaza ‚ñ IDF questions suspected masked man threatening military coup in Gaza in viral video ‚ñ IDF says it struck Hezbollah targets in five villages in south Lebanon…
(2024-05-26). Gaza war: Israel strikes Rafah after UN court orders halt to offensive. scmp.com Israeli warplanes and artillery pounded Rafah, after the government dismissed an order by the top UN court to halt its military offensive in the southern Gaza city.
(2024-05-26). Hamas fires rocket barrage from Rafah at Tel Aviv, central Israel for first time in months. haaretz.com The IDF said that the barrage was fired from Rafah, and Hamas quickly accepted responsibility for the rockets. Several rocket fragments fell in cities in central Israel, and the roof of a home in Herzliya was damaged by falling rocket shrapnel…
(2024-05-26). Gaza war: Israel says World Court order doesn't rule out entire Rafah offensive. scmp.com Officials say the emergency ruling to halt its assault allows room for some military action: 'What they are asking us, is not to commit genocide.'
(2024-05-26). We Win Peace When We Struggle For It: Cuba And The Zone Of Peace. popularresistance.org In the midst of May Day Celebrations in Cuba, on May 4th and 5th participants from 30 countries gathered in Guantanamo, Cuba for the 8th International Seminar for Peace and the Abolition of Foreign Military Bases. Representatives from social movements for peace, and mass based organizations from around the world came together for two days of discourse and dialogue on the conditions of peace and war during these times of US/Western backed Zionist genocide in Palestine, and the western led invasion of Haiti (with many of the same foreign interests involved in both), to declare the necessity to work towards peace an…
(2024-05-26). Spanish Minister Slams Israeli Onslaught in Gaza as 'Real Genocide'. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles described Israeli onslaught of civilians in Gaza as a "real genocide," following Spain's formal recognition of a Palestinian state, a move that has escalated tensions with Tel Aviv.
(2024-05-26). Blaming Soros for Campus Protests is Anti-Semitic — Just Ask Israel. counterpunch.org 
Image by Ed Rampell. | From The New York Post to The Wall Street Journal, right-wing pundits have lined up to malign students across the United States who have rightfully criticized their schools for supporting the ongoing Israeli genocide in Gaza. As the genocide continues to unfold — claiming the lives of 35,562 Palestinians, including 15,000 children, according to Al Jazeera at the time of this writing — students, faculty and staff have brought overdue scrutiny to the complicity of their universities, whose endowments are altogether valued at more than $839 billion per the National Association o…
aljazeera.com (2024-05-26). Watching the watchdogs: The US media and intergenerational fault lines
As Israel continues to wage its genocidal war on Gaza, a fault line in American society is becoming increasingly more pronounced. University students are challenging the political establishment on university campuses across the country.
(2024-05-26). Comedian Dave Chappelle says during UAE show that Israel is committing genocide. haaretz.com During a stand-up comedy performance in Abu Dhabi, American comic Dave Chappelle faced cheers and jeers for his comments on the war in Gaza, saying 'what happened on October 7 wasn't right,' but that 'You don't take tens of billions from my country to go kill innocent women and children'…
(2024-05-26). Israel-Gaza war: how the world can restore humanity and lead process for lasting peace in Middle East. scmp.com There must be international recognition of the genocide in Gaza, and targeted sanctions to hold Israel accountable and encourage massive reforms.
(2024-05-26). Monday 6/3: Virtual Teach-In/Class: Codepink Gaza Summer School. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/summerenroll…
(2024-05-26). Hamas launches 'major missile attack' on Tel Aviv for first time in months. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: For the first time in months, rocket sirens sounded on Sunday throughout central Israel, including in Tel Aviv, as Hamas asserted that it had launched a volley of missiles from Gaza, according to news agency Reuters.The al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, declared a "big missile" assault on Tel Aviv. The Israeli military reportedly replied by alerting the central city's sirens to approaching rockets. | Al-Qassam Brigades claimed responsibility for the rocket launches in a statement posted on their Telegram channel, citing "Zionist massacres against civilians" as the reason for the launch.
(2024-05-26). The Israeli film producer fighting October 7 deniers with raw footage. haaretz.com After two documentaries on Hamas' October 7 attacks, and with more on the way, production company CEO Meny Aviram says he realized the story had to be told now and preserved for the future…
(2024-05-26). Israelis Killing Palestinians 'in Cold Blood' in Occupied West Bank. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Israeli security forces have been accused of killing Palestinians, including children, in the occupied West Bank, with allegations of extrajudicial executions and unlawful killings.
(2024-05-26). Hamas says it captured Israeli soldiers in Gaza, Israel says no such incident. scmp.com A spokesman for the militants said they lured the troops into an ambush, but did not say how many were abducted or offer any proof.
(2024-05-26). Palestinian Fighters Kill, Capture Israeli Soldiers in Northern Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement Hamas announced that its fighters have killed and captured several Israeli soldiers during a significant operation in northern Gaza.
(2024-05-26). Ben-Gvir's bodyguards say he orders drivers to violate traffic laws, even after accident. haaretz.com The bodyguards told their supervisor that the manner of driving endangers them, Minister Ben-Gvir and anyone else on the road. Last week, the investigation of the accident preceded by Ben-Gvir's car entering an intersection on a red light concluded with police investigators believing there is sufficient evidence to prosecute his driver…
(2024-05-26). Hague decision on Israel is historic, but its significance depends on implementation. haaretz.com This is the first time an international court directly called for halting Israeli military action against Palestinians, but the ruling will be a dead letter if the U.S. blocks it; the price could be more bloodshed for generations and the eroding of the global trust in international law…
(2024-05-26). 4 US Army vessels run aground near Gaza pier. scmp.com No injuries were reported and the pier remains fully functional, US Central Command says, adding that Israel is aiding a recovery effort.
(2024-05-26). Israeli rights group admits it helped spread false claims about 7 Oct. rapes. indybay.org An Israeli human rights group is walking back its endorsement of Israel's evidence-free claims of a systematic campaign of sexual violence by Hamas fighters on 7 October.
(2024-05-26). Sana' Daqqah: We are on the side of humanity. peoplesdispatch.org 
On day two of the People's Conference for Palestine, Sana' Daqqah, activist, journalist, and the wife of the martyred Palestinian prisoner Walid Daqqah, gave a special address to attendees, with her daughter Milad in her arms. | Palestinian revolutionary Israeli authorities in…
(2024-05-26). The last-minute October 7 battle that saved the lives of 12 kidnapped Thai workers. haaretz.com After Hamas terrorists captured 12 Thai workers in Kibbutz Mefalsim on October 7, their supervisor went looking for them everywhere. They were finally saved by Israeli security forces, moments before being abducted into Gaza…
(2024-05-26). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 230: Israel Lashes Out at West Bank in Wake of ICC Request. scheerpost.com 
(2024-05-26). Israeli military police investigating reservist calling for mass insubordination in Gaza. haaretz.com Police identified the suspect in the video as a reservist from Herzliya, and say they have brought him in for questioning. The video, which was shared widely on social media and also by the PM's son Yair Netnayhu, claimed that 100,000 IDF reservists would not obey orders to leave Gaza…
(2024-05-26). U of O students ask for Divestment from Israel. indybay.org University of Oregon refused to divest from Israel citing a, "Performative Aspect " to the U of Os investment strategy that precludes divestment from Israeli weapons suppliers in its endowment portfolio.
(2024-05-26). $237.5 Million reported tax-payers subsidized fund to entities in Israel. justpeaceadvocates.ca According to an ATIP received by Just Peace Advocates from CRA in May 2023 | In 2022, over 650 entities in Israel received more than $237.5 million from 190 Canadian charities. This is based on reported amounts to CRA on Schedule 2…
(2024-05-26). Government of Colombia and National Liberation Army Sign First Agenda of Peace Agreement in Caracas. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "Signing of the first point of the peace agreements: the participation of society in the construction of peace," the Colombian government representation announced after the latest round of the peace talks with the ELN ended on Saturday, May 25, as scheduled. | The delegations of th…
(2024-05-26). There Must Be No Tolerance for Terrorism. orinocotribune.com By Batko Milacic — May 21, 2024 | We live in democracies, we abide by the laws of our countries and we hate evil. Especially crimes against humanity. A citizen of any Western country will say that his attitude towards terrorism is extremely negative. That the terrorism is the worst thing that can happen. | The aversion to terror for any of us coincides with the principles, laws and ethics of modern civilized society, which presupposes a harsh and fair punishment for such monstrous crimes. Let's remember 9/11, the shooting at the Bataclan concert hall and sarin gas in the Tokyo subway, and let's ask ourselves…
(2024-05-26). ALBA-TCP Upholds Latin American Regional Unity to Combat US Imperialism. orinocotribune.com On Friday, the Executive Secretariat of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People's Trade Agreement (ALBA-TCP), and the People's Institute for Original Thought organized the seminar "Latin American and Caribbean Unity in the Face of Imperialist Geopolitics." Renowned experts agreed that the region continues to suffer from the dispute between the model of union proposed by the independence heroes, with Simón Bolívar at the forefront, and the Monroe doctrine that the United States has been trying to impose for the last 200 years. | At the start of the seminar, held on Friday, May 24, moderator J…
(2024-05-26). Hybrid Wars in Latin America. orinocotribune.com By Jorge Elbaum — May 22, 2024 | Between June 13 and 15, the G7 Leaders Summit, the organization responsible for the neo-colonial and financialist policies implemented at a global level, will be held in the Apulia region, in Italy. At this meeting, following the elections of the Euro-parliamentarians, the war defeat suffered by NATO in Ukraine, the productive weakness vis-à -vis China and the strategy of alliances necessary to confront the BRICS+, which persistently and patiently continue with their gradual process of de-dollarization and sovereign autonomization, will be discussed. | These crossroads explai…
(2024-05-26). Russian President Signs Decree Allowing Confiscation of US Assets in Case of Washington's Misappropriation of Russian Assets. orinocotribune.com A roadmap has been prepared in anticipation of possible misappropriation of Russian state funds by Washington. | Moscow could move to seize property owned by US-linked entities and citizens in Russia, should Washington attempt to confiscate Russian assets being held abroad, according to a decree signed by President Vladimir Putin on Thursday. | The US and its allies are presently devising ways to use funds generated by some $300 billion in Russian sovereign assets frozen in the West to help Ukraine's war effort against Moscow. | The document released by the Kremlin outlines a future mechanism that would allow any…
(2024-05-26). Unity Through Resistance: 3,000 Pro-Palestine Activists Converge In Detroit. popularresistance.org With 3,000 people and hundreds of pro-Palestine organizations converging in a metropolitan area with the largest concentration of Arab Americans, amidst the largest movement for Palestine in US history, the People's Conference for Palestine feels nothing short of historic. | "Eternal glory to our martyrs, speedy recovery to our wounded, and freedom for our steadfast prisoners," Mohammed Nabulsi, leader in the Palestinian Youth Movement in Houston, Texas, opened the conference with these explicitly revolutionary invocations on the first day on Friday, May 24. "In the last eight months, we, the Palestinian people,…
(2024-05-26). Little Palestine Responds To NYPD's Nakba Day Rampage In Their Community. popularresistance.org When several thousand Palestinians and their allies gathered Saturday at the intersection of Fifth and Ovington avenues in the heart of Bay Ridge's Little Palestine, they were greeted by legions of NYPD riot cops intent on marring the occasion. On Tuesday the event's organizers returned to the same spot to denounce the police violence that was unleashed against them. | "They come into our communities and call us outside agitators, when we know they're the real outside agitators" said Nerdeen Kiswani, cofounder of Within Our Lifetime Palestine, the Bay Ridge-based group that led Saturday's protest. | The overbeari…
(2024-05-26). 70 Years After Brown, Too Many U.S. Schools Remain Hypersegregated and Unequal. scheerpost.com 
(2024-05-26). Education in Gaza Has Been Decimated, but the Spirit of Refaat Alareer Will Prevail. scheerpost.com 
(2024-05-26). Capitalism Attacks Argentine Workers and You May be Next. counterpunch.org 
Image by Marcel Strauàü. | As always when a representative of the right wing tells you he or she is campaigning to bring "freedom," be afraid. Very afraid. For "freedom" in these cases means freedom for the richest financiers and industrialists to do whatever they want. | For them, "Freedom" is for capital, not for human beings without capital to invest. Today's exhibit is the offensive against working people that is taking place in Argentina, where the new extreme right president, Javier Milei, is determined to see how far capitalist ideology can be pushed. So far, Argentines have pushed back but Milei,…
(2024-05-26). Life without copilot a growing phenomenon. ecns.cn Xu Fan, a 31-year-old human resources worker in Beijing, has lived alone for five years, which suits her yearning for complete freedom and control over her ways of doing things.
(2024-05-26). All-media communication should be enhanced. ecns.cn Efforts must be intensified to bolster the all-media communication system, further uniting consensus and mainstream values, thereby gathering momentum for national strength and rejuvenation, said publicity officials and media representatives on Friday.
(2024-05-26). Short-finned pilot whale released back into wild. ecns.cn After nearly six months of rescue and dedicated care at the Sanya Haichang Animal Conservation Center in Hainan province, the stranded short-finned pilot whale named "Haitang" has recovered and returned to the sea on Sunday morning.
(2024-05-26). China unveils new professions fueled by AI fervor. ecns.cn Ever imagine a generative artificial intelligence (AI) specialist becoming a profession? Several AI-driven careers are already a reality in China. In the wake of rapid digital development, a surge of new professions has recently emerged, broadening the workforce landscape.
(2024-05-26). 'Life at the Yellow River Delta' wins big at Telly Awards. ecns.cn Shandong Radio and Television Station's documentary Life at the Yellow River Deltahas garnered worldwide recognition by clinching three prestigious awards at the 45th Telly Awards.
(2024-05-26). (W.E. Talk) The Role of Translation in Promoting Sino-Japanese Exchange. ecns.cn Matsuoka Eiji is an honorary professor at the Tokyo Gakugei University in Japan and a visiting professor at several universities in China. He is also President of the Japanese-Chinese Translation and Cultural Education Association, director general of the Japanese-Sino Youth International Exchanges Association and a consultant at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He is the chief editor of several Chinese-Japanese dictionaries and the author of On the Streets of Beijing, Japanese Kanji vs. Chinese Characters and other books on Chinese characters. His translations include sociolinguist Chen Yuan's Language and Soc…
(2024-05-26). Xi to attend opening ceremony of 10th ministerial meeting of China-Arab States Cooperation Forum. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping will attend the opening ceremony of the 10th ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum and deliver a keynote speech, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying announced on Sunday.
(2024-05-26). Forum builds up strength of culture. ecns.cn The Forum on Building up China's Cultural Strength in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, provided a platform for hundreds of officials and scholars to convene and exchange ideas on fortifying China's cultural heritage. Discussions at the forum centered on key challenges facing China's cultural landscape and explored potential solutions to address them.
(2024-05-26). In Numbers | Highlights of the 20th China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair. ecns.cn
(2024-05-26). Xi chairs symposium, urging further reform centering on Chinese modernization. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, Chinese president, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, presided over a symposium attended by representatives from businesses and academia in Jinan, Shandong province on May 23.
(2024-05-26). Liver transplant from pig to human success in Anhui. ecns.cn Recently, a hospital in East China's Anhui province successfully transplanted a liver from a genetically modified pig into a human patient.
(2024-05-26). Qinghai shining example of ecological conservation. ecns.cn Ecological conservation is the primary consideration and the main driving force for high-quality development in Qinghai province, senior provincial officials said on Friday.
(2024-05-26). Iran releases report on Raisi's helicopter crash. ecns.cn A view of the wreckage of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter at the crash site on a mountain in Varzaghan area, northwestern Iran, May 20, 2024.Raisi was laid to rest on Thursday in the holy shrine of Imam Reza in his hometown, the northeastern city of Mashhad, according to the official news agency IRNA.
(2024-05-26). Greater Bay Area leverages foundation of inclusion. ecns.cn The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, with its open and inclusive cultural foundation, will leverage its unique advantages in inheriting and developing Chinese culture, especially serving as a platform for international cultural exchanges, experts said on Friday.
(2024-05-26). Comicomment: Washington's strategy of using Manila as a pawn doomed to fail. ecns.cn
(2024-05-26). Insights | New Bizerte bridge a model of Tunisia-China cooperation: Tunisian official. ecns.cn Today is Africa day. Chinese investment in African countries in both public and private sectors presents an opportunity, said Zohra Makhlouf, sub-director in the General Directorate of Territorial Planning of the Tunisian Ministry of Equipment and Housing, in an exclusive interview with China News Network.
(2024-05-26). Cradle of Civilization: Wuwangdun Tomb. ecns.cn The National Cultural Heritage Administration has announced its latest findings from the Wuwangdun tomb in Huainan City, Anhui Province, in east China. The tomb, with a history of over 2,000 years, is the largest and highest-level tomb site of the ancient Chu State.
(2024-05-26). Chinese premier urges China, South Korea to seize more development opportunities. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Sunday called on South Korea to work with the Chinese side to grasp the general direction of friendship and mutual trust between the two countries, and respect each other's core interests and major concerns.
(2024-05-26). Xi urges Shandong to write a chapter of Chinese modernization of its own. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, emphasized during his recent inspection tour in Shandong province that the province should position itself well and play a major role in the overall development of the country.
(2024-05-26). U.S.-China trade ties in focus at gathering. ecns.cn The United States and China must strive to maintain their crucial trade relationship, as it is "vital" for the success of both large and small businesses worldwide, according to attendees of the Canton Fair conference in New York.
(2024-05-26). European countries wish to bridge the gap with China. ecns.cn Journalists from Central and Eastern European countries have expressed their willingness to serve as a bridge to foster mutual understanding and win-win cooperation between China and CEE countries.
(2024-05-26). Xi highlights reform-driven growth. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has urged Shandong to pursue reform-driven high-quality development and build itself into "a hub of high-level opening-up", as he wrapped up an inspection tour to the eastern province on Friday.
(2024-05-26). Insights | Tunisian official: my daughter gives me a shopping list before trip to China. ecns.cn An African delegation of government representatives took part in a training session in urban planning and infrastructure at Beijing Jiaotong University upon invitation."These training sessions are very effective in bringing the African nations and China closer together," said delegate Zohra Makhlouf, sub-director in the General Directorate of Territorial Planning of the Tunisian Ministry of Equipment and Housing in an exclusive interview with China News Network. "Urban planning is the way to development", Makhlouf added.
(2024-05-26). 2 killed in E China house collapse. ecns.cn Two people were killed after a house partly collapsed in East China's Zhejiang province, while another person was injured and is under medical treatment, said local authorities on Sunday.
(2024-05-26). Proposal by China, Brazil on Ukraine open to all. ecns.cn Beijing has made an open gesture to other countries to join the latest proposal jointly put forward by China and Brazil that includes their six-point consensus on the Ukraine crisis' political settlement.
(2024-05-26). Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant's guests to get personalised gift at wedding. geo.tv 
Youngest Ambani made headlines for organising upcoming wedding event on Italy cruise…
(2024-05-26). WATCH: Donald Trump's video makes him look unreal. geo.tv 
Donald Trump welcomed by people in Democrat neighbourhoods comprising mostly blacks…
(2024-05-26). 12 injured as Qatar Airways' plane suffers turbulence mid-air. geo.tv 
Boeing experienced turbulence over Turkey, triggering emergency response shortly after landing in Ireland…
(2024-05-26). Massive fire at family entertainment venue in India's Rajkot kills 27. geo.tv 
Several children among people killed in horrific fire that engulfed a game zone in India…
(2024-05-26). Syria: Facts and Figured in 2023. icrc.org Report | Over a decade on, millions of people across Syria continue to bear the brunt of a conflict compounded by several crises.
(2024-05-26). Yemen: 113 detainees released with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org News release | The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) supports the unilateral release of 113 detainees in Sana's.
(2024-05-26). Saturday 5/25: Real Co-ops Don't Tolerate Union Busting – NoBAWC Fliering with REI Co-op Union. indybay.org REI Co-op Berkeley; 1338 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley…
(2024-05-26). Saturday 6/15: Juneteenth Monterey County 2024. indybay.org Laguna Grande Park, 1249 Canyon del Rey Blvd, Seaside…
(2024-05-26). Friday 5/24: UCSC Community Solidarity with Palestine and UAW March. indybay.org UCSC Community Solidarity with Palestine and UAW March, meet at 7-Eleven, 218 Cardiff Pl., Santa Cruz…
(2024-05-26). Saturday 5/25: Santa Cruz: Palestine Solidarity Demo. indybay.org corner of Ocean and Water Streets, Santa Cruz…
(2024-05-26). ACLU Responds to Reintroduction of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. indybay.org ACLU Responds to Reintroduction of George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, Calls on Congress to Address Police Brutality…
(2024-05-26). Franco "Bifo" Berardi On Future (video). indybay.org
(2024-05-26). Saturday 5/25: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Shujayya" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2024-05-26). Saturday 5/25: San Diego Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…
(2024-05-26). New Report Analyzes Crackdown on Palestine Solidarity in the U.S. indybay.org Palestine Legal publishes new report on trends in and challenges to escalating anti-Palestinian repression in…
(2024-05-26). Oakland trying to change image with May 25 concert at Lake Merritt. indybay.org Concert To Be Held At Lake Merritt In Hope Of Changing Oakland's Tarnished Image!
(2024-05-26). Fishery's Expansion Threatens Endangered Leatherbacks Off California. indybay.org By Todd Steiner | May 17, 2024 – In an inexplicable move, the National Marine Fisheries Service has allowed a little known fishery that targets bottom-dwelling sablefish — also known as black cod or butterfish to expand into federally designated critical habitat for critically endangered Pacific leatherback turtles.
(2024-05-26). Sunday 5/26: Monterey Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Windows on the Bay Park, Del Monte Beach | Monterey, CA…
(2024-05-26). Stanford Arrests & Bans Pro-Palestine Student from Campus. indybay.org Public Statement Regarding the Recent Arrest of a Student and their Subsequent Banning from the Stanford Campus…
(2024-05-26). México: Vota por las personas desaparecidas. indybay.org
(2024-05-26). The Founding of Food Not Bombs – May 24, 1980. indybay.org Bitter tear gas clawed at our eyes as National Guard clubs smashed against our frames. Several thousand arrived in this little New Hampshire town intent on gaining access to the Seabrook Nuclear Power Station construction site to stop the nuclear power station from going on line.
(2024-05-26). Frente Popular para la Liberacion de Palestina lamenta la muerte del presidente Raisi. indybay.org Frente Popular para la Liberacion de Palestina (FPLP) lamenta la muerte del presidente iraní Ebrahim Raisi…
(2024-05-26). Thursday 6/13: Business Mixer. indybay.org 42 North St. Ste 217 in Stockton, California…
(2024-05-26). Wednesday 5/29: Stanford: Drop the Charges! indybay.org Memorial Church, 450 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford…
(2024-05-26). Sunday 5/26: Santa Rosa Protest for Palestine. indybay.org Courthouse Square | Santa Rosa, CA…
(2024-05-26). Friday 6/14: Postcards to Hitler: A German Jew's Defiance in a Time of Terror, Bruce Neuburger Speaks. indybay.org Revolution Books, 2444 Durant Ave. Berkeley CA 94704…
(2024-05-26). Sunday 5/26: Palo Alto Vigil for the Children of Gaza. indybay.org Corner of Town & Country Village | 855 El Camino Real | Palo Alto, CA…
(2024-05-26). Parts of the Rio Grande in Texas are shrinking due to lack of water from Mexico and droughts. latintimes.com Town across the border have imposed water restrictions to deal with the situation…
(2024-05-26). A look at Asian Latinos, a group that has more than doubled this century>. latintimes.com The population is often overlooked because of the reliance on monoracial categorization and challenges of data collection…
(2024-05-26). Puerto Rico to host the World Baseball Classic for the first time since 2013; Miami also makes the cut. latintimes.com The 18,000-seat Hiram Birthon Stadium will serve as the venue for pool games held in Puerto Rico…
(2024-05-26). How Latino voters are seeking to shape Colorado congressional races. latintimes.com An Axios report highlights that the voting bloc comprises about 15% of the state's voters.
(2024-05-26). LEVER WEEKLY: Full Metal Racket. levernews.com 
(2024-05-26). Zionism is challenged by every sector of society at the People's Conference for Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org 
Conference attendees in Detroit heard about the struggle for Palestine across all fronts, media, labor, education, and the resistance on the ground in Gaza…
(2024-05-26). March in Guatemala in solidarity with the Palestinian people. plenglish.com Guatemala City, May 26 (Prensa Latina) Civil society organizations and the population of Guatemala will rally today in this capital in solidarity with the people of Palestine and demanding respect for international law.
(2024-05-26). EcoWaste Coalition Warns vs. Baby Wipes with Prohibited Health-Damaging Ingredients. pressenza.com 
26 May 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition has again raised the red flag over the persistent sale of imported baby wipes containing allergy-causing preservatives banned many years ago by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to protect human health. | The group repeated its warning after buying five unauthorized baby wipe products listing methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI; also referred to as MCIT or CMIT), methylisothiazolinone (MIT or MI), and isobutylparaben as ingredients at the branch of a popular chain store in Calapan City, Mindoro Oriental. | MCI and MIT are known to cause ski…
(2024-05-26). Rishi Sunak confronts mass exodus with 78 MPs resigning ahead of general election. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is allegedly spending his first Saturday with his closest advisors after announcing a general election for July 4. This is part of his "unusual step" of taking a day off from public activities during the first weekend of the campaign.Amidst the widespread departure of prominent members of Parliament from his struggling Conservative Party, the 44-year-old leader of Indian descent is spending some personal time with his family and advisors.The newest Tory front-runners to declare that they will not seek reelection in this summer's polls are cabinet ministers Michae…
(2024-05-26). Cuba celebra avances en proceso de paz en Colombia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 may (RHC) El canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, celebró la firma del Acuerdo sobre el Desarrollo del Proceso de la Participación de la Sociedad en la Construcción de la Paz en Colombia.
(2024-05-26). South Africa's wine industry produces abundance of grapes. tvbrics.com 
The adaptability of the industry has turned this harvest into one of the most outstanding in recent times‚Å…
(2024-05-26). India gears up for grand celebration of International Day of Yoga. tvbrics.com 
The tenth edition will focus on women empowerment…
(2024-05-26). Zimbabwe celebrates month of culture. tvbrics.com 
The activities are divided into themed weeks…
(2024-05-26). The yellow deer population to be reborn in Iran. tvbrics.com 
There is hope for the restoration of a rare species in the wild…
(2024-05-26). Ethiopia's Prime Minister gives go-ahead for construction of new housing estate. tvbrics.com 
It will be established for the poor society…
(2024-05-26). Ukraine war: Zelensky urges Biden, Xi to join Switzerland peace summit as Russia steps up attacks. scmp.com Zelensky appealed to the two presidents to show their 'leadership in advancing the peace — the real peace and not just a pause between the strikes'.
(2024-05-26). The German Language Association's statement on "Gender-neutral language" uwidata.com There is no law at the state or federal level in Germany regarding the use of the German language for "gender equality". Similarly, no new standards have been established for official writing rules. Yet, an increasing number of official institutions, universities, companies and media outlets are revising their use of the German language to align …
(2024-05-26). IEC dismisses vote rigging allegations, condemns threats to officials. sanews.gov.za IEC dismisses vote rigging allegations, condemns threats to officials |
(2024-05-26). IEC ready to administer special votes. sanews.gov.za IEC ready to administer special votes |
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: Does intermittent fasting increase heart disease risk? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org For years, people have used intermittent fasting to lose unwanted pounds, while others fast for religious reasons. The popular diet trend is generally safe, but some studies suggest that time-restricted eating could cause heart problems. Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says this type of dieting isn't for everyone. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/X63_bZI7maQ Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 57) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News…
(2024-05-26). The Fight for LGBTQI+ Rights in the Maghreb and the Middle East. fidh.org
(2024-05-26). Mokhber Highlights President Raisi's Efforts to Promote Ties with Neighbors. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's acting President Mohammad Mokhber said enhancing relations with neighbors, Islamic countries and like-minded states was one of the most important achievement of President Ebrahim Raisi, who was martyred in recent helicopter crash.
(2024-05-26). Turkey: Galatasaray Square must be open to Saturday Mothers/People. fidh.org International human rights organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, stand in solidarity with the Saturday Mothers/People. Since May 1995, they have been protesting for truth and justice for their forcibly disappeared loved ones. As they approach their 1,000th weekly vigil on May 25, 2024, the Saturday Mothers/People are Türkiye's longest-standing peaceful protest. Despite facing severe repression, the group (…) | – |
(2024-05-26). Kabale market saga: Fresh vendors verification, lockups allocation finally kicks off. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The verification and allocation of stalls and lockups at Kabale Central Market in Kabale Municipality has finally commenced amidst tight security and dissatisfaction among some vendors. The exercise presided over by Raphael Magyezi, the Local Government Minister, began on Saturday afternoon and is scheduled to run until Monday, May 27, …
(2024-05-26). The erosion of Western diplomacy. independent.co.ug 
How there is an increasing reliance on war and sanctions as the main instruments of Western foreign policy THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | Western nations are facing a foreign policy crisis. This is especially so with the United States and her poodle, the United Kingdom. Since 1991, they have increasingly abandoned diplomacy as an instrument …
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org May 19 is World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day. There are more than 10 million people worldwide living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. IBD is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract, but it can also affect other areas of the body. Dr. Victor Chedid, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, explains further what IBD is and how symptoms can be managed. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/r8WnDavgSXo…
(2024-05-26). Kitara FC win Stanbic Uganda Cup. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Cheers, joy, and thumbs-up defined the atmosphere at Mutesa II Stadium in Wankulukuku as Hoima-based club Kitara FC celebrated their victory in the 50th edition of the Stanbic Uganda Cup on Saturday. The Royals, as they are commonly known, defeated NEC Football Club 1-0 in a fiercely contested match to …
(2024-05-26). Mayo scientists explore swabs for early endometrial, ovarian cancer detection. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org This 3D illustration shows cancerous cells in the female reproductive system. Early detection improves treatment outcomes for endometrial and ovarian cancers, yet far too often women are diagnosed in advanced stages of these diseases. Unlike many other cancers, there are no standard screenings for early detection of endometrial and ovarian cancers. The incidence rate for endometrial cancer is expected to rise, driven by environmental factors, obesity and diabetes. Marina Walther-Antonio, Ph.D., and colleagues at Mayo…
(2024-05-26). How Europe is arming murderous Middle East regimes. fidh.org
(2024-05-26). Transforming cancer care with treatments at home. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cancer is a life-altering diagnosis requiring complex care that can last months, years and, for some people, the rest of their lives. Studies show that people undergoing cancer treatment can spend as much as 10% of their time traveling to and from medical facilities and at appointments for therapies, lab work or scans. Through collaboration and innovation, Mayo Clinic's Cancer Care Beyond Walls program is transforming care delivery to allow some patients to receive part…
(2024-05-26). Burkina Faso extends junta rule for 5 years. scmp.com The decision was made after consultations ostensibly aimed at charting a way back to civilian rule for the West African nation beset by jihadist violence.
(2024-05-26). This airline wants all dogs to fly first class. scmp.com BARK Air wants to pamper pets and their owners even before take-off and made its initial flight from New York to Los Angeles on Thursday.
(2024-05-26). Africa Day: AU is 'world's biggest social experiment'. independent.co.ug 
SPECIAL REPORT | THE BIRD | Africa Day, celebrated annually on May 25, marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, now the African Union (AU). Ebba Kalondo, is the Spokesperson for the Chairperson of the Africa Union Commission. Her background is in international journalism and development, with a strong focus …
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: Ticks and the diseases they carry. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In many regions of the U.S. and the world, enjoying the great outdoors comes with a hidden risk: ticks and the diseases they carry. Ticks can carry pathogens like Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii, which can cause Lyme disease in humans. Lyme disease is the most common tickborne illness, but there are also dozens of other diseases that ticks can transmit to humans. Dr. Bobbi Pritt, director of the Clinical Parasitology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, says…
(2024-05-26). Vote where you are registered. sanews.gov.za Vote where you are registered | Millions of South Africans are expected to cast their ballots in the 7th National and Provincial Elections on Election Day on Wednesday. | The Electoral Commission (IEC), which has successfully completed overseas voting, will from Monday start to service South Africans who have qualified for special votes. Special votes will take place on 27 and 28 May, from 9am to 5pm. | Election Day, which has been declared a public holiday, will take place on 29 May. | The Electoral Commission has reminded South Africans to cast their ballots to vote where they are registered. | "The commissio…
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: Sleep and heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Does how much you sleep affect your heart? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, adults who sleep fewer than seven hours each night are more likely to experience health problems. Dr. Juan Cardenas Rosales, an internal medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, stresses that adequate sleep is crucial for your overall well-being, including your heart health. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/uZf8Br9jIFI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this…
(2024-05-26). US Presidential election 2024: Trump booed and heckled at raucous Libertarian convention speech. scmp.com Libertarians, who prioritise small government and individual freedoms, are often sceptical of the former president, and his invitation to address the convention has divided the party.
(2024-05-26). Syria/Dabbagh case : First trial in France of the crimes of the Syrian authorities. fidh.org
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: New chemotherapy approach for treating stomach cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Stomach cancer is caused by an uncontrolled growth of cells that starts in the stomach. Most stomach cancers are found when the disease has spread beyond the stomach, when a cure is less likely. Mayo Clinic experts are exploring new ways to help patients with late-stage cancers. A new approach to treating stomach cancers called hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) delivers heated liquid chemotherapy directly to the abdomen where it can target the cancer. In this…
(2024-05-26). US prepares to lift ban on sale of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia. scmp.com The move came as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the two sides were very close to concluding a set of deals on nuclear energy and security.
(2024-05-26). Richard Sherman, who fuelled Disney charm in Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book and 'It's a Small World,' dies at 95. scmp.com Richard Sherman, a man behind famed Disney songs that delighted generations, such as "It's a Small World (After all)" and Mary Poppins' songs, died on Saturday, the Walt Disney Co announced on its website.
(2024-05-26). Authorities ready to protect citizens' right to vote during elections. sanews.gov.za Authorities ready to protect citizens' right to vote during elections |
(2024-05-26). Nyege Nyege 9th edition 2024 festival located to the source of the Nile in Njeru. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The renowned Nyege Nyege Festival, now in its 9th edition, will take place from November 14th to 17th and has been relocated from Jinja to the Source of the Nile in Njeru. This move is intended to provide festival-goers with a more convenient experience, eliminating the need to walk long …
(2024-05-26). 3D bioprinting: transforming medical images into human tissue. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers are using technology to produce tissue models of different body parts to study damaged or diseased tissues and organs. They envision a day when a 3D bioprinter could mold living cells into a therapy or cure for complex disorders. "3D bioprinters are just like the 3D printers that print small plastic toys or parts. Instead of using hard plastics or metals to construct a part or prototype, 3D bioprinters use biocompatible materials…
(2024-05-26). 51 drug shops closed by NDA over non compliance. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Drug Authority (NDA) office in Southeastern Uganda confirmed on Friday the closure of 51 drug shops in Kayunga and Mukono districts due to non-compliance. During the operation, 84 boxes of assorted medicines valued at 21 million shillings were impounded. The focus was on Nakifuma sub-county, Mukono municipality, and …
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic and Mercy reach first major milestone in data collaboration. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Decades of data can now be used to pinpoint diseases earlier and transform healthcare. ROCHESTER, Minn. and ST. LOUIS — Mayo Clinic and Mercy are making a significant advancement in their global, first-of-its-kind 10-year collaboration agreement signed in the summer of 2022. As founding members of Mayo Clinic Platform_Connect, the two organizations will now be working together to analyze de-identified patient data as they search for new ways to diagnose, treat and prevent disease, providing…
(2024-05-26). Africa Day Reminder of Solidarity: Iran's Caretaker FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Caretaker Foreign Minister of Iran Ali Baqeri congratulated African people on the occasion of Africa Day, which he hailed as a reminder of solidarity and brotherhood.
(2024-05-26). Georgia: Last chance to stop Russian-style crackdown on civil society. fidh.org International human rights organisations, civil society groups, and election observers are urging European and national leaders to promptly address the Georgian government's attempt to crackdown on civil society as the country approaches its General Elections in October.
Since April 15th Georgians have been rallying in protest against the proposed "Transparency of Foreign Influence" law, which bears striking resemblance to the Russian so called "Foreign Agent Law". This law threatens to (…) | – |
(2024-05-26). Women in Science Lecture champions inclusion in research. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic's Celebration of Women in Science featured distinguished speaker Joni Rutter, Ph.D., director of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), National Institutes of Health (NIH). During the lecture, she underscored the importance of fostering an inclusive ecosystem and supporting career pathways to create a culture where women in science can thrive.
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic Proceedings explores digital transformation of clinical trials. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic Proceedings published a series of 10 thematic reviews that look at how clinical trials are changing, led by digitalization and decentralization.
(2024-05-26). Iran's Support for Palestine Unshakable: Acting President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Acting President of Iran Mohammad Mokhber gave an assurance that Tehran's backing for Palestinian resistance groups would by no means falter after the loss of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
(2024-05-26). Thailand: Death in detention of pro-democracy activist Netiporn "Bung" Sanesangkhom. fidh.org On May 14, 2024, Netiporn "Bung" Sanesangkhom, 28, a member of the pro-democracy group Thalu Wang, died while in pre-trial detention on charges of violating Article 112 of Thailand's Criminal Code (lèse-majesté). The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT), the Cross Cultural Foundation (CrCF) and Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) are deeply saddened by her senseless death, which underscores the deep flaws in Thailand's judicial and penitentiary systems. (…) | – |
(2024-05-26). Regional militaries buy more firepower. independent.co.ug 
Uganda's power cut as Kenya, DR Congo, S. Sudan spend more on armies COVER STORY | IAN KATUSIIME | The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in 2023 recorded the biggest percentage increase in military spending in the world, according to new data from SIPRI, the Sweden-based security think tank. DRC's spending more than doubled (+105 per …
(2024-05-26). Becoming a doctor: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students graduate in Arizona. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Forty-seven medical students graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Monday, May 20. They join more than 55 other Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students in Florida and Minnesota graduating on those campuses throughout May. These students persevered through the pandemic, learning healthcare at the height of nationwide lockdowns and worldwide uncertainty. These students will move on to residencies at Mayo Clinic and across the country, helping ease the physician shortage and becoming future…
(2024-05-26). King Trump on trial. independent.co.ug 
"L'État, c'est moi: The founders would be stunned that's how an American president invokes power COMMENT | RICHARD K. SHERWIN | The drama starring former U.S. President Donald Trump that is now playing out in a New York City courtroom is more than just a criminal trial. It is a contest between competing conceptions of power: …
(2024-05-26). Texas, Mexico City break temperature records as heatwave grips parts of North America. scmp.com Excessive heat is expected in South Texas, where the heat index was forecast to approach 49 degrees Celsius in some spots during the weekend.
(2024-05-26). A brief mention of Ibn Taymiyyah's Dawah in prison. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy During his imprisonment, Shaikh Al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah [may Allah have mercy upon him] observed that the prisoners were engrossed in different forms of entertainment, including chess, backgammon, and similar activities. These distractions caused them to neglect their obligatory five daily prayers. The Shaikh …
(2024-05-26). Cheptegei, Kiplimo to compete at Oslo Diamond League. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEEPENDENT | Ugandan long-distance runners Joshua Cheptegei and Jacob Kiplimo have confirmed their participation in the upcoming sixth Diamond League event, set to take place in Oslo, Norway, on May 30th, 2024. The duo will compete in the 5000-meter Diamond League race, marking their final track appearance before shifting their focus to …
(2024-05-26). Hong Kong trade office's contributions to ties with UK mustn't be forgotten. scmp.com The history of Hong Kong's overseas representations on trade and economic issues goes back to well before 1997. The positive impact of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London over the years should not be written off lightly.
(2024-05-26). Erotic dancer comedy-drama Anora wins Palme d'Or at Cannes. scmp.com The film, directed by Sean Baker, stars Mikey Madison as a dancer who strikes gold with a wealthy client, only to face the wrath of his Russian oligarch parents.
(2024-05-26). The future is now: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science students graduate in Florida. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Yeonsoo Sara Lee, student speaker at the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine commencement in Florida Students graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Jacksonville, Florida, on Saturday, May 18. As the presence of the graduate school has grown on the Florida campus, this year marks the first commencement ceremony for students in the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Florida, where students will earn their Ph.D. The…
(2024-05-26). Taiwan: Joint open letter to President Lai Ching-te. fidh.org On the day Lai Ching-te is sworn in as Taiwan's President, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and its member organizations in Taiwan, Covenants Watch and Taiwan Association for Human Rights (TAHR), sent him a letter to outline 12 human rights priorities for his presidency. Read the letter below.
Honourable President Lai Ching-te Office of the President No. 122, Section 1, Chongqing South Road Zhongzheng District Taipei City 10048, Taiwan
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(2024-05-26). Iran's Roads Minister Inaugurates Yazd-Eghlid Railway. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development Mehrdad Bazrpash, during a visit to the central province of Yazd, inaugurated the important project of the Yazd-Eghlid Railway Sunday.
(2024-05-26). Rishi Sunak pledges national service for all 18-year-olds in UK election gamble. scmp.com The plan would require young Britons to choose between full-time placement in the armed forces or cyber defence for a year, or volunteering in their community.
(2024-05-26). Welcoming the community into Alzheimer's disease research studies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Staff at the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at Mayo Clinic Florida are reaching out to communities underrepresented in healthcare to attract more people to join research studies.
(2024-05-26). Monitoring the H5N1 avian influenza, bird flu, outbreak. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to actively monitor the ongoing outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza, also known as bird flu, and says that the public health risk remains low. Dr. Matthew Binnicker, director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, says scientists and public health officials have known about avian influenza for decades. "What's different today is that since 2020, we're seeing the largest outbreak of avian influenza among wild birds, poultry and backyard bird…
(2024-05-26). Clinical trials team brings hope and dedication to colorectal cancer study. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Clinical trials can be a beacon of hope for many. At Mayo Clinic, a clinical trials team is working to test a screening tool for colorectal cancer, a leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S.
(2024-05-26). Clinical trials: A significant part of cancer care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A cancer diagnosis is an emotional experience. Learning that you have cancer can create feelings of hopelessness, fear and sadness. This is especially true if your cancer is advanced or available treatments are unable to stop or slow its growth. "Often, when patients are diagnosed with cancer, they feel hopeless and scared. Clinical trials are one way patients can be proactive. They can make a choice in how their care is going to be," says Matthew Block,…
(2024-05-26). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: Perimenopause and menopause Menopause marks a significant transition for women, yet understanding its precursor, perimenopause, and its symptoms can be complex. Dr. Stephanie Faubion, director of Mayo Clinic's Center for Women's Health and medical director of The Menopause Society, says experiencing perimenopause and menopause can be confusing for some. She says it is not…
(2024-05-26). Thailand: Third verdict against Anon Nampa and ongoing arbitrary detention. fidh.org
(2024-05-26). Today, we are doctors and scientists: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science students graduate in Minnesota. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Danielle Beetler, student speaker from Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Mayo Clinic celebrated the graduation of the next generation of physicians and scientists. In a combined ceremony in Rochester, Minnesota, on Wednesday, May 22, students received degrees conferred by Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Forty-four new physicians joined the prestigious Mayo Clinic alumni, and 40 new biomedical scientists received doctoral degrees. In addition, 36 students received…
(2024-05-26). Heads of Iran's Branches of Power Make Arrangements for Presidential Polls. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Judiciary Chief Gholam Hossein Mohseni Ejei, and acting president Mohammad Mokhber held a meeting on Saturday to coordinate plans for the upcoming presidential election, slated for June 28.
(2024-05-26). The German Language Association's statement on "Gender-neutral language" unitedworldint.com There is no law at the state or federal level in Germany regarding the use of the German language for "gender equality". Similarly, no new standards have been established for official writing rules. Yet, an increasing number of official institutions, universities, companies and media outlets are revising their use of the German language to align …
(2024-05-26). Entran en Gaza un convoy de ayuda humanitaria desde Egipto. telesurtv.net Este sería la primera vez que Egipto envía ayuda al territorio palestino desde que Israel tomó hace veinte días el lado palestino del cruce de Rafah.
(2024-05-26). La ONU pide embargar a Israel para detener genocidio en Gaza. telesurtv.net La funcionaria de la ONU, Francesca Albanese, denunció que Israel ha ignorado la decisión de la CIJ y ha intensificado sus ataques a Rafah.
(2024-05-26). Rebeldes hutíes atacan tres barcos vinculados a ocupación israelí. telesurtv.net Fueron dos barcos israelíes y otro perteneciente a una naviera griega, a los que atacaron mientras navegaban en aguas del mar Rojo y del Mediterráneo.
(2024-05-26). Israel asesina a seis palestinos en la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Las Naciones Unidas y otros organismos internacionales han condenado enérgicamente estos actos de violencia y hacen un llamado urgente a todas las partes involucradas para cesar las hostilidades y buscar una solución pacífica que resguarde la vida y la dignidad de todos los habitantes de la región.
(2024-05-26). Relatora de la ONU pide sanciones para Israel por actos genocidas. telesurtv.net La abogada Francesca Albanese instó a la comunidad internacional a presionar a Israel con medidas como sanciones, embargos de armas y la suspensión de relaciones diplomáticas hasta que cese su ofensiva.
(2024-05-26). Reportan casi 36.000 palestinos asesinados por Israel en Gaza. telesurtv.net Un comunicado del ministerio añadió que otras 80.420 personas también resultaron heridas en el ataque.
(2024-05-26). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net En varios países continúan realizándose actividades para expresar apoyo al pueblo palestino y condenar el genocidio que comete Israel.
(2024-05-26). Papa Francisco preside actividades por la Jornada Mundial del Niño. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 may (RHC) Con un evento en el Estadio Olímpico de Roma, presidido por el papa Francisco, dio inicio la Jornada Mundial del Niño que hoy continúa en el Vaticano, con una misa en la Plaza de San Pedro.
(2024-05-26). Despliegan operativo antipandillas en un municipio de El Salvador. telesurtv.net Los uniformados han acordonado cinco barrios del municipio de Apopa, lo que ha resultado en la captura de varios pandilleros pertenecientes al grupo criminal "18 revolucionarios", según informó el presidente Nayib Bukele en su cuenta de X.
(2024-05-26). Bolivia pide a EEUU sacar a Cuba de lista de países terroristas. telesurtv.net La inclusión de Cuba en esa lista sirve como pretexto para imponer medidas coercitivas de carácter económico, financiero y comercial que impactan severamente al pueblo cubano.
(2024-05-26). Violencia tribal dificulta labores de rescate en Papúa Nueva Guinea. telesurtv.net Aunque todavía no hay una cantidad confirmada, se sospecha que hayan fallecido alrededor de 300 personas.
(2024-05-26). ONU estima en 670 los muertos por deslave en Papúa Nueva Guinea. telesurtv.net El responsable de la Organización Internacional para las Migraciones en Papúa Nueva Guinea indicó que avanzan en la evacuación de sobrevivientes del deslizamiento de tierra.
(2024-05-26). Incendio en un hospital en la India deja siete bebés muertos. telesurtv.net El jefe de Gobierno de Delhi, calificó el incendio de "desgarrador" y dijo que "no se perdonará a quien sea responsable de esta negligencia".
(2024-05-26). Celebra Bolivia aniversario del Primer Grito Libertario en América. telesurtv.net El espíritu libertario de Chuquisaca se extendió muy rápido y fue el preludio de una lucha emancipadora que duró 15 años y culminó con la proclamación de la independencia de Bolivia el 6 de agosto de 1825.
(2024-05-26). Kenia enviará pronto misión policial a Haití. telesurtv.net El mandatario keniano precisó que la base que se construye en conjunto con Estados Unidos para las tropas y el equipamiento ya está en un 70 %.
(2024-05-26). Cuba aplaude nuevo acuerdo entre gobierno colombiano y el ELN. telesurtv.net La inclusión de la participación ciudadana en la gestión de una estado de paz representa el primer punto de los que han fijado las partes reunidas en la agenda de los acuerdos.
(2024-05-26). Asesinan a líder del Partido Morena en Chiapas, México. telesurtv.net La Fiscalía General del Estado de Chiapas, indicó que en el ataque a Manuel Pérez Sánchez, otras cuatro personas resultaron heridas.
(2024-05-26). Presidente de Túnez destituye a dos ministros de su Gobierno. telesurtv.net Kamel Feki, quien anteriormente ocupó el cargo de gobernador de la región del Gran Túnez, fue nombrado ministro en diciembre de 2021 en reemplazo de Taoufik Charfeddine. Por su parte, Malek Ezzahi, en el cargo desde octubre de 2021, será reemplazado por Kamel Al Madouri, ex presidente y director general de la Seguridad Social (CNAM).
(2024-05-26). Rusia e Irán continuarán reforzando vínculos bilaterales. telesurtv.net Bagheri manifestó el interés de su país de continuar reforzando las relaciones bilaterales con Rusia.
(2024-05-26). India desarrolla elecciones generales en medio de ola de calor. telesurtv.net El primer ministro Narendra Modi continúa con su campaña para un tercer mandato consecutivo con el partido nacionalista hindú.
(2024-05-26). Exigen al Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU detener guerra en Gaza. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 may (RHC) El Parlamento àÅrabe instó al Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU a cumplir con sus responsabilidades y obligar a Israel a detener la campaña bélica contra la Franja de Gaza, sumida hoy en una grave crisis humanitaria.
(2024-05-26). China y Brasil coinciden en posible solución para crisis en Ucrania. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 may (RHC) El diálogo y la negociación son vistos hoy por los gobiernos de China y Brasil como la única solución viable a la crisis en Ucrania, para lo cual apoyan la celebración de una conferencia de paz.
(2024-05-26). Italia y Cuba en una fusión sublime desde las artes visuales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 may (RHC) La exposición colectiva Ver Italia y vivir. Experiencias de lo sublime en el arte cubano contemporáneo, quedó inaugurada este sábado en el Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (MNBA), en esta capital.
(2024-05-26). China pone fin a ejercicios militares cerca de Taiwán. telesurtv.net Taiwan es una provincia de China, reiteró Stephane Dujarric, portavoz del secretario general de las Naciones Unidas (ONU), António Guterres.
(2024-05-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips for safer picnics. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff to summer. And picnics can be a fun way to start the summer season. But improper handling of the food can mean trouble in the form of foodborne germs. Before you fill your cooler, review these tips for safer picnics. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/js-duyT_d1s Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 58) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2024-05-26). Policía israelí reprime protesta antigubernamental en Tel Aviv. telesurtv.net Los manifestantes exigen un acuerdo para liberar a los rehenes, la dimisión del Gobierno de Benjamin Netanyahu y elecciones anticipadas.
(2024-05-26). Comunistas de Colombia rechazan presencia de Cuba en lista unilateral. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 may (RHC) El Partido Comunista de Colombia y también la Juventud Comunista de ese país exigieron a Estados Unidos la eliminación de Cuba de manera definitiva de la lista de países supuestamente patrocinadores del terrorismo.
(2024-05-26). Tercera ola de calor deja al menos 48 muertos en México. telesurtv.net La Secretaría de Gestión Integral de Riesgos y Protección Civil de la Ciudad de México activó desde anoche la Alerta Naranja temperaturas altas.
(2024-05-26). Jueza chilena dicta prisión a autores de incendios forestales. telesurtv.net El bombero Francisco Moncada y el funcionario de la Conaf, Franco Pino cumplirán la prisión preventiva en un penal de la capital chilena.
(2024-05-26). Córdoba repudia visita del presidente Javier Milei en Argentina. telesurtv.net Mientras Milei es repudiado en Córdoba, empieza en Plaza Congreso un multitudinario Encuentro de Luchadores y la Izquierda.
(2024-05-26). Venezolanos en Sucre y Anzoátegui rechazan sanciones de EE.UU. telesurtv.net De manera masiva, respaldaron la gestión del Gobierno Bolivariano frente a la guerra económica y comercial impuesta por Washington.
(2024-05-26). Incendio en la India deja al menos 25 fallecidos. telesurtv.net Los accidentes de este tipo son frecuentes en la India, provocados por el mal estado de las infraestructuras, la falta de mantenimiento, la corrupción y las prácticas ilegales en el sector de la construcción.
(2024-05-26). Sismo de magnitud 5.2 remece frontera de Costa Rica y Panamá. telesurtv.net Hasta el momento no se reportan víctimas o afectaciones materiales de envergadura.
(2024-05-26). Rusia libera pueblo de Arjánguelskoye, Donetsk. telesurtv.net A esta localidad, se suman otras cuatro conquistadas esta semana: Stáritsa (provincia de Járkov), Belogórovka, Kleschéyevka y Andréyevka.
(2024-05-26). Gobierno de Colombia y ELN firman el primer punto de los acuerdos de paz. telesurtv.net Solicitan a EE.UU. retirar a Cuba de lista de países patrocinadores del terrorismo.
(2024-05-26). Venezuela apuesta por recuperar Estado de Bienestar Social. telesurtv.net En la actualidad, más de 20 millones de personas reciben atención del Sistema Patria y están incluidas en el Sistema de Misiones y Grandes Misiones Socialistas.
(2024-05-26). Campaña #NikoLike en Venezuela es tendencia en redes sociales. telesurtv.net En un tuit en la red social X, el Ministerio de Comunicación venezolano escribió: "¡Las redes sociales nos ofrecen la oportunidad de acceder a la verdad y romper con la censura mediática!".
(2024-05-26). Elevan a 165 la cifra de muertos por inundaciones en Brasil. telesurtv.net El informe de Defensa Civil de Rio Grande do Sul mantiene la cifra de 469 municipios afectados, con más de 2.345.000 personas afectadas.
(2024-05-26). Ecuador facilita ingreso de turistas por fronteras terrestres. telesurtv.net Los visitantes deberán presentar certificado de antecedentes penales del país de origen o de residencia durante los últimos cinco años o la revisión del SIMIEC.
(2024-05-26). Inicia Francia evacuación de turistas en Nueva Caledonia. telesurtv.net La crisis en Nueva Caledonia provocó un estado de emergencia en el territorio desde la semana pasada, debido a la ola de disturbios.
(2024-05-26). Al menos cuatro fallecidos en ataques ucranianos a Bélgorod, Rusia. telesurtv.net Además de la cabecera regional, las FF.AA. ucranianas bombardearon áreas residenciales en aldeas de la región de Bélgorod.
(2024-05-26). Biden Should Stop Attacking the International Criminal Court. cadtm.org The ICC seeking arrest warrants for Israeli leaders is a major step forward for international law. US officials' attacks on the ICC are a major step backward for US global standing.
| I've had some elected leaders speak to me and be very blunt: 'This court [the International Criminal Court] is built for Africa and for thugs like Putin,' is what one senior leader told me."
| It's hard to know what's more extraordinary: yesterday's announcement by International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim (…) | – | /…
(2024-05-26). The aborted experiment of the Bank of the South in Latin America and the alternative policies that could have been adopted at the continental level. cadtm.org
(2024-05-26). G7: Whether or not to maintain the suspension of Ukrainian debt payments. cadtm.org Why is the G7 discussing Ukraine's debt?
| For more than a year, the leaders of the main powers allied against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine have been debating at the G7 (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States), but they have been unable to reach agreement on how to finance the war and the reconstruction of Ukraine.
| It should be noted that as part of the sanctions imposed by NATO members, the Russian Federation's financial assets in Western (…) | – | / | <...
(2024-05-26). When Mr. Mitsotakis criminalizes, threatens and represses students who defend international legality! cadtm.org
(2024-05-26). Lost in negotiation: Re-positioning public health in the Pandemic Agreement. cadtm.org
(2024-05-26). The student movement for Palestine is now spreading everywhere, inspiring resistance to the barbarism of our times… cadtm.org
(2024-05-26). Presidents Barber Conable and Lewis Preston (1986-1995). cadtm.org
(2024-05-26). James Wolfensohn switches on the charm (1995-2005). cadtm.org In July 2024, the World Bank and the IMF will be 80 years old. 80 years of financial neo-colonialism and the imposition of austerity policies in the name of debt repayment. 80 years is enough! The Bretton Woods institutions must be abolished and replaced by democratic institutions serving an ecological, feminist and anti-racist bifurcation. To mark these 80 years, we are republishing a series of articles every Wednesday until July, looking in detail at the history and damage caused by these (…) | – | / |
(2024-05-26). The Platform of ATTAC CADTM Morocco. cadtm.org
(2024-05-26). A World of Inequality. cadtm.org
(2024-05-26). UN rapporteur calls for sanctions, cutting of ties with Israel. newarab.com 
The UN's special rapporteur for the Occupied Palestinian Territories has called for sanctions on Israel after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered the state to Francesca Albanese urged member states to impose sanctions, an arms embargo, and suspend diplomatic and political relations with Israel until it ceases its assault. | "Be sure: Israel will not stop this madness until WE make it stop," Albanese said on X, noting that Israel is intensifying its attacks on Rafah. |
(2024-05-26). Charities welcome ICJ order to halt Israel's Rafah offensive. newarab.com 
(2024-05-26). Israel: ICJ order on Rafah does not rule out entire offensive. newarab.com 
In an emergency ruling in
(2024-05-26). Israel strikes Rafah after ICJ orders it to halt offensive. newarab.com 
The
(2024-05-26). Sudan: World ignoring risk of genocide in Darfur, UN expert says. newarab.com 
A UN expert has said that Sudan's Darfur region is facing a "growing risk of genocide". | While the country has already been facing a refugee crisis, intense violence broke out between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for control of the country in April 2023, sparking an ongoing conflict that has gone on for Tens of thousands have been killed, while around 2.3 million have fled to neighbouring countries. A further 2.22 million perople are internally displaced. | Alice Wai…
(2024-05-26). Spanish defence minister says Gaza war is 'real genocide'. newarab.com 
The Spanish defence minister said on Saturday that the The remark by Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles in an interview with TVE state television echoed a comment by Spanish Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Diaz who earlier this week also described the was on Gaza as a genocide. | "We cannot ignore what is happening in Gaza, which is a real genocide," Robles said in the interview, during which she al…
(2024-05-26). Spanish defence minister says Gaza war is 'real genocide'. newarab.com 
The Spanish defence minister said on Saturday that the According to news agency Reuters, Israeli officials did not immediatey comment on Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath. | Israel has strongly rejected accusations made against it by South Africa at the
(2024-05-26). Hamas fires 'large rocket barrage' at Tel Aviv. newarab.com 
The armed wing of The Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades said in a post on Telegram that they had targeted Tel Aviv "with a large rocket barrage in response to the Zionist massacres against civilians". | It came after the Palestinian group said its fighters had captured Israeli soldiers during fighting in
(2024-05-26). Israeli settlers attack Palestinian village in West Bank. newarab.com 
Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian homes in a village in the The settlers launched several attacks on the Qusra village in the southern city of Nablus in the northern West Bank, while the army reportedly used "live bullets" to deter local Palestinians. | The Palestinian Red Crescent Society said it treated a 29-year-old Palestinian man who was injured in the attacks and was transported to hospital. | An anti-settler activist told Anadolu that Palestinian neighbou…
(2024-05-26). G7 urges Israel not to block Palestinian banking services. newarab.com 
G7 finance ministers urged Israel Saturday not to disrupt "vital financial transactions" in the occupied Palestinian territories, following indications it could cut off "We call on Israel to take the necessary measures to ensure that correspondent banking services between Israeli and Palestinian banks remain in place, so that vital financial transactions and critical trade and services continue," read the final statement following the talks in Italy. | The G7 ministers who had gathered in Stres…
(2024-05-26). Hamas captures Israeli soldiers in Gaza, truce talks to resume. newarab.com A spokesman for The Hamas armed wing spokesman did not say how many soldiers had been abducted, and showed no proof of the claim. | "Our fight…
(2024-05-26). Ireland slams Israel's treatment of Irish ambassador. newarab.com 
Ireland's deputy premier, Ireland's Ambassador to Israel, Sonya McGuinness, was summoned to the Israeli Foreign Affairs Ministry in Jerusalem and reprimanded over Ireland's decision to recognise the The meeting, also attended by Spain and Norway, had Israel screen previously unaired footage of the <...
(2024-05-26). Hamas says it captured Israeli soldiers in Gaza, Israel denies. newarab.com 
A spokesman for The Hamas armed wing spokesman did not say how many soldiers had been abducted and showed no proof of the claim.
(2024-05-26). Israel war cabinet to discuss new push for Gaza captive deal. newarab.com 
(2024-05-26). Norway hands over papers for diplomatic recognition to the Palestinian prime minister. newarab.com 
Norway on Sunday handed over diplomatic papers to the Palestinian prime minister in the latest Ireland and Spain made a concerted pledge with Norway to recognise a Palestinian state, a historic move which increases Israel's isolation more than seven months into its grinding war on Gaza. | The handover of papers by Norwegi…
(2024-05-26). Israeli strike hits school in north Gaza, ten civilians killed. newarab.com 
(2024-05-26). Israeli protesters demanding end to Gaza war clash with police. newarab.com 
Scuffles between Israeli police and Meanwhile, a small U.S. military vessel and what appeared to be a strip of docking area washed up on a beach near…
(2024-05-26). Egypt journalist to sue Israel for mistaken ID as Hamas fighter. newarab.com 
(2024-05-26). Switzerland returns three confiscated artefacts to Iraq. newarab.com 
During a ceremony at the culture ministry in Bern, Swiss Interior Minister Elisabeth Baume-Schneider handed over a partial statue and two Mesopotamian reliefs to Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein. | The three works, which are 1,700 to 2,800 years old, are "of great significance" to Iraq, the ministry said in a statement. | They were confiscat…
(2024-05-26). Top Malaysian footballer recovers from acid attack. newarab.com 
A top
(2024-05-26). Minnesota Muslims on edge after hit and run outside mosque. newarab.com 
A hit and run car collision on a pedestrian in front of a mosque in Minnesota has left the local Muslim community shaken after an escalation in attacks on their places of worship in recent years. | The incident, which appeared to be intentional, took place midday on Wednesday outside the Alhikma Islamic Center in Minneapolis. Osman Ahmed, director of advocacy for the Minnesota chapter of the Council on America-Islamic Relations (CAIR), was standing in the parking lot of the mosque, where he had been helping them apply for a security grant. | A driver then accelerated into him, throwing him into the air and the…
(2024-05-26). Nigel Farage slammed for 'race-baiting' over British Muslims. newarab.com 
Right-wing broadcaster and Speaking on Sky News on Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips TV show, Farage said: "We have a growing number of young people in this country who do not describe to British values." | When he was asked by Phillips…
(2024-05-26). More than one in four Syrians 'extremely poor': World Bank. newarab.com 
More than a quarter of The World Bank published two new reports on "Extreme poverty, while virtually non-existent before the conflict, affected more t…
(2024-05-26). South African Muslim party open to deal with ANC. newarab.com 
South Africa's small Muslim political party Al Jama-ah is gaining support due to the conflict in Gaza and sees itself as a potential coalition partner for the
(2024-05-26). Bella Hadid represents Palestine with keffiyeh dress in Cannes. newarab.com 
Palestinian-Dutch-American supermodel and entrepreneur Hadid was seen promenading in the French Rivera while off duty on Wednesday, dressed in a red and white strappy dress in a proud display of her Palestinian roots. | The dress itself is a 2001 a…
(2024-05-26). Pakistani Christians attacked after blasphemy accusation. newarab.com 
At least 10 members of a minority Christian community were rescued on Saturday after a Muslim crowd attacked their settlement on a blasphemy accusation in eastern The crowd, which accused the Christian group of blasphemy, also hurled stones and bricks at the police, said Shariq Kamal, the police chief of Sargodha district. | At least one house and a small shoe factory was set on fire by protesters who had gathered after neighbours alleged that the Muslim holy book, the Qur…
(2024-05-26). 'Osama Bin Lager': UK beer sells out amid social media frenzy. newarab.com 
(2024-05-26). Car bomb in Damascus kills one, drone strike near Lebanon border. newarab.com 
A Damascus' Mazze neighbourhood houses
(2024-05-26). War cabinet minister Gantz calls for 7 October inquiry. newarab.com 
War cabinet minister The former opposition politician who joined
(2024-05-26). Iran jails father of young man executed over protests. newarab.com 
(2024-05-26). Asma Assad speaks out in first appearance after cancer diagnosis. newarab.com 
Syrian first lady Asma al-Assad has expressed her gratitude for the well wishes she has received in her first appearance since the announcement of a The office of her husband President Bashar al-Assad In a video posted on her Instagram account, Asma, wearing a blue jumper and sitting on a sofa, sa…
(2024-05-26). Crespo's Al Ain beat Yokohama 5-1 to win Asian Champions League. newarab.com 
(2024-05-26). US expected to lift ban on sale of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia, FT reports. newarab.com 
The Washington has already signalled to Saudi Arabia that it was prepared to lift the ban, the newspaper reported, citing a person familiar with the matter. | Soon after taking office in 2021, Biden adopted a tougher stance over Saudi Arabia…
(2024-05-26). Early own-goal gives Ahly 12th CAF Champions League title. newarab.com 
An early own-goal by Roger Aholou gave Al Ahly of Ahly triumphed 1-0 on aggregate after a goalless first leg of the final to win back-to-back titles in the elite African club competition for a fourth time. | They also became only the third team to win the Champions League with an unbeaten re…
(2024-05-26). Israel bombs Gaza after top UN court orders halt to invasion. presstv.ir Israel has bombed the Gaza Strip, including Rafah, despite an order from the UN's top court for it to "immediately halt" its military invasion of the southern city.
(2024-05-26). UN rights expert urges sanctions on Israel until it complies with ICJ ruling. presstv.ir The UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the occupied Palestinian territory calls for sanctions on Israel until the regime complies with the decision of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to halt offensive in the southern Gaza city of Rafah.
(2024-05-26). Bodies at morgue after Israeli raid on West Bank's Jenin. presstv.ir People transport and gather around bodies at a morgue in Jenin.
(2024-05-26). Hamas announces killing, wounding, capturing Israeli forces in Jabalia ambush. presstv.ir The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas announces killing, wounding, and capturing a number of Israeli forces in the northern part of the Gaza Strip.
(2024-05-26). Gaza prisoners subject to harshest torture, Israel denying access: Palestine. presstv.ir Palestinian authorities say Israel is imposing the harshest tortures on prisoners taken from Gaza.
(2024-05-26). German police crack down on pro-Palestinian encampment in Berlin. presstv.ir Students had peacefully set up camps at Humboldt University in Berlin to protest Israel's savage war in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-05-26). Zionism, imperialism confronted at pro-Palestine conference in US. presstv.ir Participants at a pro-Palestine conference in the midwestern state of Michigan rebuke US-backed Zionism and imperialism as Israel's genocidal war against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strips drags on for the eighth month.
(2024-05-26). European cities stage pro-Palestine rallies under strict conditions. presstv.ir Major European cities, under strict conditions, stage protests in solidarity with the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, calling for an immediate ceasefire in the eighth month of Israel's genocidal war against the besieged territory.
(2024-05-26). Palestinians, Lebanese celebrate Hamas capture of Israeli troops. presstv.ir People in the occupied West Bank and Lebanon take to the streets to rejoice at a fresh operation conducted by the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas against Israeli forces in the northern Gaza Strip.
(2024-05-26). Iran: Raeisi's policy of strengthening ties with Iraq will continue. presstv.ir Iran's interim president says Tehran will resolutely continue the policy of late president Ebrahim Raeisi to promote ties with Iraq.
(2024-05-26). Raeisi govt. had 'constructive' relationship with Jewish community in Iran: Jewish MP. presstv.ir The representative of the Iranian Jewish community at the parliament has described the relationship between the government of late President Ebrahim Raeisi and the Jewish community as "positive and constructive".
(2024-05-26). Leader: Massive funeral turnout proved Iranians loyal to Islamic Revolution. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the massive turnout of Iranian people in funeral processions for the late President Ebrahim Raeisi is a testament to the nation's loyalty to the Islamic Revolution.
(2024-05-26). Pro-Palestinian protest at Penn leads to multiple arrests. presstv.ir Police dismantled protest camps and arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian activists at the University of Pennsylvania.
(2024-05-26). Four children among 27 dead in India amusement park fire. presstv.ir Four young children were among 27 people killed when a fire in India ripped through a crowded amusement park.
(2024-05-26). Thousands join mourning rally in Kashmir for President Raeisi. presstv.ir Thousands of people in Kashmir have participated in a condolence rally to pay their respects to Iran's late President Ebrahim Raeisi.
(2024-05-26). NATO states agree to build 'drone wall' along Russian border. presstv.ir NATO member states call for a "drone wall" along their borders with Russia.
(2024-05-26). Top Russian official hails Iran as 'good model of perseverance' for Moscow. presstv.ir A high-ranking Russian official praises the Islamic Republic of Iran as a great model of perseverance for his country due to enduring the West's political pressure and economic sanctions.
(2024-05-26). In Srinagar, people mourn martyrdom of Iran's President Raeisi. presstv.ir People took to the streets of Srinagar, Kashmir region, on Monday night.
(2024-05-26). Nasrallah: President Raeisi had great faith in Palestinian cause, resistance. presstv.ir Hezbollah's leader describes Iran's late President Raeisi as a political figure with "great faith" in the Palestinian cause and the region's resistance front.
(2024-05-26). Some 45,000 Rohingya have fled fighting in Myanmar: UN. presstv.ir The United Nations warned on Friday that escalating fighting in conflict-torn Myanmar's Rakhine State had forced around 45,000 minority Rohingya to flee, amid allegations of killings and burnings of property.
(2024-05-26). Bahrain to restore diplomatic ties with Iran soon: Top lawmaker. presstv.ir The first deputy speaker of Bahrain's Council of Representatives says the Persian Gulf kingdom will soon take measures to resume its relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
(2024-05-26). Ex-UN official: US pier in Gaza failed to have any meaningful impact. presstv.ir A former top UN official dismisses the United States-built pier purportedly installed to transfer aid to Gaza, arguing it has failed to have any meaningful impact.
(2024-05-26). Iranians in Tabriz hold mourning ceremony for President Raeisi. presstv.ir Iranians in Tabriz hold mourning ceremony for the late President Ebrahim Raeisi.
(2024-05-26). No shift in Iran's pro-resistance strategy: Interim president. presstv.ir Interim President Mohammad Mokhber says there will be no shift in Iran's strategy in support of resistance groups, especially the Palestinian ones, after the martyrdom of President Ebrahim Raeisi.
(2024-05-26). Army resumes rescue operations in flooded south Brazil. presstv.ir The Brazilian Army and Navy resumed rescue operations in Brazil's southernmost state's capital city on Thursday (May 24) as a preventive measure after rains intensified this week causing water levels in the streets to rise.
(2024-05-26). Iraqi president arrives in Tehran to pay homage to 'Martyr Raeisi'. presstv.ir Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid has arrived in the Iranian capital Tehran to pay tribute to late President Ebrahim Raeisi who lost his life in a helicopter crash last week.
(2024-05-26). Tehran: Multilateralism strategic choice of Iran, Russia to form fair world. presstv.ir The interim foreign minister says strategic choice of Iran and Russia to form a fair world is based on multilateralism.
(2024-05-26). Chilean students demonstrate in support of Palestinian people. presstv.ir Hundreds of university students in Chile's capital city of Santiago protest in support of the Palestinian cause.
(2024-05-26). Pakistanis call for expulsion of US and UK ambassadors. presstv.ir Protesters at a sit-in in the Pakistani capital Islamabad are demanding that the government take decisive and concrete action to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and establish a humanitarian assistance corridor for its residents.
(2024-05-26). Several detained at Texas Capitol rally condemning police violence at pro-Palestine demos. presstv.ir Several protesters were detained outside the Texas State Capitol in Austin during a pro-Palestine rally.
(2024-05-26). UN Security Council observes moment of silence in memory of President Raeisi. presstv.ir The United Nations Security Council held a moment of silence in memory of the late Iranian president and foreign minister.
(2024-05-26). Washington, Seoul sending spy planes, drones, boats to North Korea: Pyongyang. presstv.ir Pyongyang censures Washington and Seoul for sending planes, drones and boats to spy on North Korea.
(2024-05-26). After Pounding Donetsk Region 1,800 Times, Russia Captures Arkhengelske Frontline Village. hindustantimes.com Russian troops took control of another settlement in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine on May 25. According to the Russian Ministry of Defence, its troops had "taken control of the village of Arkhengelske." Arkhengelske is a small frontline village located near the town of Orcheretyne which Russia had captured this month. Ukraine, meanwhile, said three people were killed and two wounded in Russian attacks on Donetsk, where there had been over 1,800 strikes over the last day. Watch…
(2024-05-26). UK Admits Army Too Weak For Russia? Amid Putin Threat, Sunak's 'Mandatory Military Service Or…' Idea. hindustantimes.com
(2024-05-25). Bangladesh: Situation Overview and Anticipatory Impact Analysis Cyclone Remal – Version: 01 (Issued at: 23:00 BST 25th May 2024). reliefweb.int 
Country: Bangladesh | Source: CARE International | Please refer to the attached Infographic. | As per BMD, Cyclone Remal's intensification predicts landfall near the coasts of West Bengal, India, and Bangladesh around midnight on May 26th. Currently located southwest of Bangladeshi ports, the storm is expected to track northwards, bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall with strong winds to coastal areas of Satkhira, Khulna, Bagerhat, Pirojpur, Hatia, Bhola, Patuakhali, Barisal, Noakhali, Lakshmipur, Feni, Cumilla, Chittagong, and Cox's Bazar. These districts, along with their offshore islands and chars, face…