(2024-06-13). Videos show Israeli soldiers executing Gazans in 'safe zone'. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Israel launches ground attack on Rafah's Shaboura refugee camp. newarab.com 
The Israeli army reportedly used drones and bombed homes, The New Arab's Arabic-language sister site, Al-Araby Al-Jadeed said, citing eyewitness reports. | Five residential areas have b…
(2024-06-13). UN commission finds Israel guilty of "extermination," "crimes against humanity," killing Palestinians and Israeli hostages. wsws.org The Israeli government and military have committed systematic "crimes against humanity," including "extermination," during its eight-month-long assault on Gaza, a key United Nations commission found in a report published Wednesday.
(2024-06-13). Wounded left in limbo by Israel's invasion of Rafah. electronicintifada.net Boy who lost limbs in an explosion unable to get the treatment he needs.
(2024-06-13). Hamas accepts ceasefire with notes, Israel spins it as rejection. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Fear Is Rising US Pier Will Be Used For Forced Displacement Of Palestinians. popularresistance.org In March 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden announced in his State of the Union address that the U.S. would be building a temporary "floating pier" on the Gaza shoreline to deliver humanitarian aid to the starving population in Gaza. "No U.S. boots will be on the ground," he promised. | Since then, however, critics have raised concerns that the pier is not only being used for "humanitarian" purposes but is being employed for military activities that aid in the ongoing Israeli genocide in Gaza. | An intelligence source from within the resistance in Gaza, who spoke to Mondoweiss under conditions of anonymity, says ther…
(2024-06-13). Israel Joins UN 'List of Shame' for Abuses Against Children in War. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People salvage belongings amid the rubble of a damaged building following strikes on Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, November 12, 2023. | © 2023 Mohammed Abed/AFP via Getty Images…
(2024-06-13). Pentagon Involved in Nuseirat Refugee Camp Massacre. "Genocide Joe" globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). Freed Israeli hostage 'horrifically' trolled after sharing story. newarab.com 
A teenage Agam Goldstein-Almog said she had received an onslaught of negative comments for describing what her time was like in captivity, as well as the relatio…
(2024-06-13). How Palestinians in Rafah support Gaza fighters against Israel. newarab.com 
Despite personal political differences with Hamas and opposition to the Islamic movement's attack on Israeli military bases and civilian settlements on 7 October, Mohammed, a Palestinian displaced to Rafah, decided to support The 39-year-old father of three came up with the idea three months ago when he heard that "the fighters mostly do not e…
(2024-06-13). Iran: Muslims need to take practical actions to end Israel crimes. presstv.ir Iran's interim foreign minister urges Muslim countries to take practical measures to counter Israel's crimes against Palestinians.
aljazeera.com (2024-06-11). Israel's war on Gaza live: Official says Hamas accepts ceasefire resolution Comment: Hamas representatives have repeatedly said that it agrees to the ceasefire proposal, yet Blinken is clowning around pretending that he's trying to encourage Hamas to agree, and that it's the obstacle. The mainstream media echo chamber simply repeats the Blinken ploy. In truth, Israel is the only party that has not agreed to the proposal.
Hamas has agreed to a ceasefire resolution adopted by the UN Security Council, senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri tells the Reuters news agency.
Israel's UN ambassador says after the vote on the ceasefire resolution that her country "will not engage in meaningless and endless negotiations, which can be exploited by Hamas".
(2024-06-13). Mossad and its Network of Helpers, the Sayanim. libya360.wordpress.com David Miller Perhaps the most famous Sayan was the media tycoon Robert Maxwell who worked for Mossad for years, and was buried with full state honours on the Mount of Olives. (Al Mayadeen English; Illustrated by Zeinab El-Hajj) The Mossad have been exposed as targeting the International Criminal Court, including directly threatening its personnel and…
(2024-06-13). Maersk Shipping Line Charged with Profiting from Genocide in Gaza. indybay.org As part of an international day of action against the Mearsk shipping line for supporting genocide a rally was held in Emeryville at their offices.
(2024-06-13). Has Iraq helped Islamic State evade justice for Yazidi genocide. newarab.com 
This summer marks ten years since the Islamic State declared itself a "caliphate" and launched a brutal campaign of violence in Iraq, including a genocidal assault on the More than six years since the territorial defeat of the Islamic State in Iraq, only nine members of the terrorist group have been convicted of international atrocity crimes for their roles there. | Not one of these prosecutions has occurred inside Iraq. | Despite this major deficit in criminal accountability, the United Nati…
(2024-06-13). WorkWeek On SEIU 1021 SF Mayoral Meeting, IBT AI Fascism & The Heat Wave, Kamala Harris. indybay.org WorkWeek this week presents On SEIU 1021 SF Mayoral Meeting, IBT AI Fascism & The Heat Wave, Kamala Harris Charged With Genocide & Argentina Fascist President Milei & Working Class…
(2024-06-13). Funding Genocide: 20 Barclays' branches targeted across UK, Scotland. ummid.com Pro-Palestinian activists led by Palestine Action and Shut the System Monday targeted at least 20 branches of Barclays accusing the British multinational universal bank of funding genocide of Palestinians at the hands of the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF).
(2024-06-13). It's Time for Citi to Cut Ties with Genocide. dissidentvoice.org 
The U.S. arms and supports Israel's genocide and one of its largest banks, Citibank, plays a key role. Our latest visual in partnership with the Banking on Solidarity campaign illustrates how Citi helps arm Israel, finances weapons companies that make the weapons Israel uses in Gaza, and invests in the Israeli financial and tech sectors. …
(2024-06-13). American Indian Genocide Museum is Honoree in Houston for Ethnic Cleansing Exhibit. indybay.org Steven Melendez, Northern Paiute from Nevada, and Cheryl Melendez, Cree from Manitoba, representing The American Indian Genocide Museum, will be honored on June 15, 2024 for an exhibit documenting historic events and policies to memorialize the victims of ethnic cleansing at the Center for Healing Racism at the Juneteenth Ally Award Luncheon in Houston, Texas.
(2024-06-13). 61% in U.S. are against sending aid to Israel. mronline.org 
The movement for Palestine in the U.S. has mobilized hundreds of thousands of people to oppose the U.S. policy of unshakable support for Israel. Last Saturday, 100,000 surrounded the White House as part of the "people's red line" against genocide.
(2024-06-13). Operation Campus Flood: A Call for a Week of Autonomous Action. indybay.org No more gradualism in the face of a genocide. A new phase of the the #Escalate movement on college campuses has begun. With Berkeley lighting the way. We are calling this OPERATION CAMPUS FLOOD. And it is an open invite for all who are sick of it all to join in displacing the displacers. From the outside in and the inside out, we need to raze the settler-empire academy that provides training, labor, capital, and a steady stream of propaganda and knowledge production for the Israel-Zionist entity.
(2024-06-13). Active-Duty US Service Members Issue Appeal to Congress to Stop Funding Genocide. truthout.org On June 4, a coalition of active-duty service members, veterans and G.I. rights groups launched a campaign called Appeal for Redress V2 to encourage military personnel to tell Congress to stop funding genocide in Gaza. Israel's genocidal operation, now in its ninth month, has killed more than 37,000 Palestinians and wounded nearly 85,000. The campaign is sponsored by Veterans For Peace (VFP)… |
(2024-06-13). Trauma's grip tightens amid genocide. electronicintifada.net PTSD not adequate to describe the continuing trauma of the Palestinian experience.
(2024-06-13). U.S. increasingly isolated in its support for Israel's genocide in Gaza. peoplesworld.org 
On June 6, Spain joined South Africa's case at the United Nations top court, accusing Israel of genocide. This move followed a decision by Madrid and two other western European capitals—Dublin and Oslo—to recognize the State of Palestine, thus breaking ranks with a long-established U.S.-led western policy. As per American thinking, the recognition and the establishment of a Palestinian …
(2024-06-13). Australian Greens: No way forward to fight genocide, war. wsws.org While decrying the genocide in Gaza, the Australian Greens are vociferous supporters of the US-NATO proxy conflict against Russia that threatens nuclear world war.
(2024-06-13). Gaza Lawsuit Challenges U.S. on Human Rights and Western Values. indybay.org The lawsuit "on behalf of Palestinian individuals and various organizations" was brought by the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR), along with co-counsel Van Der Hout, LLP of San Francisco in charging the U.S. government for its "failure to exercise influence over Israel to prevent genocide" under international human rights law. | On January 31, 2024, U.S. District Judge Jeffrey S. White announced that "…the court found that Israel's assault…
(2024-06-13). They're Arresting the Wrong People Inside of Congress. pressenza.com
(2024-06-13). Oklahoma Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit From Tulsa Race Massacre Survivors. truthout.org On Wednesday, the Oklahoma State Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit brought forward by the last remaining survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, who were seeking financial reparations from the city for what is largely regarded as one of the worst incidents of racial violence in American history. On May 31 and June 1 of 1921, a mob of as many as 5,000 armed whites, including some who had been… |
(2024-06-13). PDF of June 13 issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF. Protesters to Biden: 'We are your red line' Editorial Biden distorts D-day PFLP condemns Israel's Nusseirat massacre and the U.S. role Amazon Labor Union joins the Teamsters Free Leonard Peltier! A poem to Leonard Peltier Download the PDF. More PDF back-issues here. |
(2024-06-13). War on Gaza: The Day the West Defined 'Success' as a Massacre of 270 Palestinians. Jonathan Cook. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). "Complete Dehumanization": Israel Killed Over 800 Palestinians in 11 Days. truthout.org Israel's recent massacres in Gaza killed over 800 Palestinians in less than two weeks — an extreme rate of brutal killing that has become normalized in western circles due to the "complete dehumanization" of Palestinians, a human rights group said this week. From June 1 to June 11, Israeli forces killed over 800 Palestinians and wounded over 2,400 as they carried out bombardments and raids across… |
(2024-06-13). China will continue to work to stop massacre of Palestinians. plenglish.com Beijing, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) The Chinese Foreign Ministry stated on Thursday that the country will continue to work with all parties to promote the end of the war in the Gaza Strip and alleviate the serious humanitarian situation.
(2024-06-13). The Far Right, the Euromaidan, and the Maidan Massacre in Ukraine. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). Iraq Report: What legacy of IS' Speicher Massacre 10 years on. newarab.com 
In Wasit there is a solemn The memorial is
(2024-06-13). Gaza Aid Leader Faces Backlash Over Labour Party Run. mintpressnews.com Melanie Ward, CEO of the Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) charity, faces major backlash from volunteers and workers after deciding to run as a Labour Party candidate in Scotland. Some 2,250 healthcare workers, medical volunteers, supporters, and donors signed a letter expressing concern. | On June 5, a
(2024-06-13). Gaza Horror: UN Finds Israeli Forces Guilty of Sexual Abuse and Torture. mintpressnews.com A UN-mandated Independent International Commission of Inquiry has uncovered evidence of egregious sexual violence committed against Palestinian men and women in the Gaza Strip. This adds to a mounting series of reports indicating the issue is widespread and systematic. | The
(2024-06-13). Democracy Will Not Come through Compromise and Fear. dissidentvoice.org Aisha Khalid and Imran Qureshi (Pakistan), Two Wings to Fly, Not One, 2017. Half of the world's population will have the opportunity to vote by the end of this year as 64 countries and the European Union are scheduled to open their ballot boxes. No previous year has been so flush with elections. Among these …
(2024-06-13). Headlines for June 13, 2024. democracynow.org "Famine-Like Conditions" Spread Across Gaza Amid Lagging Ceasefire Deal, Rising Death Toll, U.S. Blames Hamas for Ceasefire Stalemate, But Israel Has Yet to Address Deal, House GOP Holds Attorney General Garland in Contempt of Congress, Democrats Push Ethics Legislation for "Captured and Corrupted" SCOTUS, Southern Baptist Convention Votes to Ban IVF, Climate Activists Disrupt Congressional Baseball Game, Block NYC's Citibank, Indigenous Climate Leaders Demand Biden Admin Stop DAPL as It Greenlights MVP, Swiss Lawmakers Toss Landmark European Ruling in Favor of Older Women Affected b…
(2024-06-13). Half of Gaza Cropland Damaged as WHO Warns of "Catastrophic Hunger" truthout.org The World Health Organization (WHO) is warning that "catastrophic hunger" and conditions resembling famine are spreading across Gaza and that thousands of young children and babies are starving due to Israel's starvation campaign. "A significant proportion of Gaza's population is now facing catastrophic hunger and famine-like conditions," WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said in a… |
(2024-06-13). Famine watchdog: 756,000 Sudanese face imminent starvation. newarab.com 
An estimated 756,000 people in The preliminary results, as of June 1 and seen by news agency Reuters, reflect a rapidly deteriorating situation in the war-torn country. The most recent previous projection, released in December, showed t…
(2024-06-13). Yemen's Houthis say they targeted Greek-owned ship in Red Sea. aljazeera.com The attack on the cargo ship caused flooding and damage to the engine room, but there were no reports of casualties.
(2024-06-13). BRICS' Push to Reduce US Dollar Dominance with Digital Currencies. infobrics.org The practicality of establishing a common currency is challenging; instead, the BRICS organization has focused on increasing trade and lending in local currencies to diminish reliance on the dollar, writer Huileng Tan say…
(2024-06-13). Russia overtakes Japan as world's fourth largest economy. infobrics.org Less than 10 months after overtaking Germany, Russia also zoomed past Japan, leaving Westerners dumbfounded as to how a country they were told would "collapse under the weight of sanctions" and outright theft of its forex reserves managed to accomplish such a feat.
(2024-06-13). The BRICS Currency Is Coming: Why the Dollar Should Worry. infobrics.org The BRICS countries are actively working on creating a single currency, a project recently confirmed by Kazem Jalali, Iran's ambassador to Russia. This initiative aims to reduce global dependence on the US dollar and promises to disrupt the global economy if it comes to fruition…
(2024-06-13). Mobilisation has only deepened corruption issues in Ukraine. infobrics.org Ukraine will still face manpower problems despite recruitment of criminals…
(2024-06-13). Thailand Cabinet Approves Brics Membership Bid. infobrics.org Bloc started by larger developing nations including China is looking to expand…
(2024-06-13). EU "playing a dark game" and serves "sinister" interests of US. infobrics.org Europe still needs Russian gas to overcome energy crisis…
(2024-06-13). US and UK rehabilitate Nazism and arm fascist militias in Ukraine. infobrics.org NATO no longer hides its support for Ukrainian neo-Nazism in the current war of aggression against the Russian Federation.
(2024-06-13). Ex-Israeli envoy met by pro-Palestine protesters in Brussels. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestine students rally against the arrival of an ex-Israeli envoy at ULB university.
(2024-06-13). Israel uses Medieval weaponry to kindle Lebanon forest fires. newarab.com 
The Israeli army has used a medieval weapon to After reviewing footage found online, The Times of Israel reported that Israeli soldiers used a trebuchet, an advanced catapult used in the Middle Ages, to launch incendiary devices into forested areas on the Lebanese side of the border. | The Israeli army is torchin…
(2024-06-13). Hezbollah stands strong, won't let Israel commit folly: Iran. presstv.ir Iran's interim FM says Hezbollah will respond to any follies by the Israeli occupation regime.
(2024-06-13). Israel to hold body of detainee Walid Daqqa as 'bargaining chip'. newarab.com 
Israeli authorities said on Wednesday they will continue to hold the body of
(2024-06-13). How Sudan's Civil War Was Aided By The US' Israel Normalization Agenda. thelastamericanvagabond.com The US government recently condemned an attack that murdered over 100 civilians in the Wad al-Noura area of Sudan, committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) who are waring with Sudanese military. Yet, Washington's projected outrage over the ongoing atrocities committed in the North African nation are tantamount to a cover-up of the US government's
(2024-06-13). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. cpj.org Since the Israel-Gaza war began on October 7, journalists and media across the region have faced a hostile environment that has made reporting on the war exceptionally challenging. In addition to documenting the growing tally of journalists killed and injured, CPJ's research has found multiple kinds of incidents of journalists being targeted while carrying out…
(2024-06-13). UN reports 'unprecedented scale' of violations against children in Gaza, West Bank. presstv.ir More grave violations against children were committed in Gaza and the occupied West Bank than anywhere else in the world last year, according to a UN report.
(2024-06-13). Israel uses medieval trebuchet weapon to ignite Lebanese bushes. middleeasteye.net 
Israel uses medieval trebuchet weapon to ignite Lebanese bushes | Military confirms use of ancient catapult to launch incendiaries aimed at thickets and vegetation in southern Lebanon | | Israeli troops filmed using a trebuchet to throw projectiles into a large thicket area along the Lebanon border…
(2024-06-13). World watching 'unique level' of death, destruction in Gaza: UN chief. presstv.ir The UN chief says an unparalleled magnitude of death and devastation is unfolding before the eyes of the world in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-06-13). Journalist casualties in the Israel-Gaza war. cpj.org Editor's note: The list below is CPJ's most recent and preliminary account of journalist casualties in the war. Our database will not include all of these cases until we have completed further investigations into the circumstances surrounding them. For more information, read our FAQ. The Israel-Gaza war has taken an unprecedented toll on Gazan journalists…
(2024-06-13). TLAV Lawfare, Sudan War Caused/Exploited By US/Israel & Damning UN Reports Destroy Israeli Narrative. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (6/13/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-06-13). Israel will pay 'heavy price' for killing Hezbollah commander: Iraq's Nujaba. presstv.ir An Iraqi anti-terror group warns Israel of a "heavy price" for killing a senior commander of Hezbollah in Lebanon.
(2024-06-13). Hamas denies Sinwar called Gaza death toll 'necessary sacrifice'. newarab.com 
On Monday, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported it had obtained "dozens of messages" that allegedly showed Sinwar's "cold disregard for human life and made clear he believes Israel has more to lose from the war than Hamas". | According to the US publication, Sinwar's comme…
(2024-06-13). Pro-Israel bias in France and the curious tale of Ms Rafowicz. newarab.com 
On November 15, 2023, during the second month of "Do…
(2024-06-13). UN probe raps Israel over 'extermination', crimes against humanity in Gaza. presstv.ir A UN investigation concludes that Israeli military forces have committed crimes against humanity during the bloody onslaught against the Gaza Strip.
(2024-06-13). Israelis accuse Heathrow of 'antisemitism' over customs check. newarab.com 
A British pro-Israeli NGO has accused Heathrow Airport staff of UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI)
(2024-06-13). Israel bombs so-called safe zone in Gaza. presstv.ir Israel has launched air, land, and sea strikes against a so-called safe zone in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-06-13). Hamas makes revisions to Gaza truce deal, slams Blinken comments. newarab.com 
The group emphasised that the amendments are "not significant" and are not a rejection of the proposal. | One of the amendments is the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, with the group stating they would not accept a…
(2024-06-13). Palestinian Diplomat: Ceasefire Is the Only Way Forward. truthout.org Israel and Hamas are both facing calls to support the U.S.-backed ceasefire and hostage deal that was endorsed by the U.N. Security Council earlier this week. While Hamas has welcomed the proposal, Israeli leaders have yet to publicly commit to its terms, including a full end to the war rather than just a pause in the fighting for the exchange of captives. This comes as a major new U.N. |
(2024-06-13). Hamas: Blinken part of problem in Gaza ceasefire talks. presstv.ir Osama Hamdan, the senior Hamas representative in Lebanon, said Washington "is complicit with Israel in evading any commitment to a permanent ceasefire proposal."
(2024-06-13). A Maryland House Race Shows How Not To Cover AIPAC. popularresistance.org The biggest outside spender in the 2022 Democratic primaries was an unlikely group: the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. This year, AIPAC—a group backed by Republican mega-donors that is devoted to maintaining strong US support for the far-right government of Israel—is going even bigger, aiming to spend a cool $100 million via its super PAC, the United Democracy Project. | If the Koch brothers quietly spent millions to sway Democratic primaries, their chosen candidates would be tarred. Same goes for Big Oil, the NRA and other right-wing special interests. But AIPAC is an exception to this rul…
(2024-06-13). How Western Tourism Giants Illegally Enrich Israeli Settlements on Stolen Land. scheerpost.com 
(2024-06-13). Students, Gaza And A New Vision Of Safety. popularresistance.org The sign hanging over the student encampment at Chicago's DePaul University bore a slogan that has echoed through almost all of the justice movements over the past several years: "We Keep Us Safe." | The tents beneath it fragile, just a thin layer of canvas between the students and the rest of the world. A statement of purpose and of solidarity; a reminder of the tents so many Palestinians in Gaza are living in right now as they move, and move again, and move again from homes destroyed by U.S.-made bombs delivered by Israeli planes into supposed safe zones. | But is there a safe zone when its…
(2024-06-13). Israeli settlers evict last two families from West Bank village. newarab.com 
For 50 years, Khaled and Nasser Ghneimat have known no other home but the village of 'Ein Samia — a quiet, sleepy area of farmland in the central occupied West Bank once home to about 200 Palestinian residents. | So, when Israeli settlers kept harassing, pressuring and threatening them, day in and day out for months, they held on tight to their home, even as they saw other families being shoved out of their properties. | But in mid-May, the two brothers — Khaled who is 48 and Nasser who is 50 years old — became the last two of the 38 Palestinian families in 'Ein Samia who were forcibly remov…
(2024-06-13). Blinken says US will try to bridge Israel-Hamas gaps on deal. newarab.com 
He said Consulting with key mediator Qatar on the Hamas response to the plan outlined by US President Joe B…
(2024-06-13). Jun 13, 2024. sitrepworld.info 
John Denver — Take Me Home, Country Roads The summer of living dangerously, by Pepe Escobar Welcome To The Third World, by Matt Taibbi When The Powerful Control Public Opinion, Elections Aren't Real, by Caitlin Johnstone Complaints about Hamas using 'human shields' are the worst kind of bad faith, by Jonathan Cook Biden and other Western leaders could face war crimes prosecution, by Finian Cunningham Ethnic and Ethic Cleansing — Israel and Gaza, by Bill Astore Myers Digest: Saudi Arabia has dumped the PetroDollar; the deal expired on June 9 The Afterlives of Lies, by Patrick Lawren…
(2024-06-13). Peace between Egypt and Israel survived Gaza, but for how long. newarab.com 
There is no strategic victory for Israel in Gaza without them pushing Gazans into the Egyptian Eight months of Israel's war on Gaza has pushed Egypt-Israel relations to the edge. Last month, Egypt mediated a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. Hamas accepted, Israel rejected, and went on to invade The Israeli 401st…
(2024-06-13). Israel in Gaza, Palestinian fighters in Israel, what the UN accuses them of. aljazeera.com Commission of Inquiry accuses Israel and Palestinian groups of war crimes. Here's a breakdown.
(2024-06-13). Moment of Israeli strike on Bureij camp building in central Gaza. presstv.ir Footage shows the moment of an Israeli strike on Bureij camp building in central Gaza.
(2024-06-13). Hezbollah holds funeral for senior commander killed in Israeli strike. presstv.ir Mourners carry the coffin of Taleb Sami Abdullah, a senior Hezbollah commander, during his funeral.
(2024-06-13). Israeli army killed 14 Israelis on October 7: UN report. presstv.ir A new UN report reveals that the Israeli army killed at least 14 Israelis on 7 October, 2023.
(2024-06-13). Smotrich: Palestinian dead should be 'dragged through streets'. newarab.com 
Israel's far-right Finance Minister The extremist MK made the chilling comments at an Israeli cabinet meeting last Sunday where the Is…
(2024-06-13). Israeli army chief meets with top Arab generals amid Gaza war. newarab.com 
Israeli army chief of staff General According to the news site, top military officials from countries such as Jordan, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Saudi Arabia joined talks with Halevi which were brokered by the The discussion took place…
(2024-06-13). Will There Be Justice? counterpunch.org 
You read Jeffrey St. Clair's recent description of the arrest of Rasha Kareem, a Palestinian beauty parlor owner, in CounterPunch and want to scream. You read Adam Shatz's book review in The London Review of Review and can't believe how Israel's Zionist state has conspired for three-quarters of a century to systematically destroy the Palestinian
(2024-06-13). Why is a Gaza truce deal eluding Israel and Hamas? Here are the main sticking points. scmp.com The latest proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza has the support of the United States and most of the international community, but Hamas has not fully embraced it, and neither, it seems, has Israel.
(2024-06-13). CAIR Calls on Biden Admin to Condemn Rape and Torture of Palestinian Detainees Held by Israel. indybay.org June 7, 2024 – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today called on the Biden administration to condemn the reported rape and torture of Palestinian detainees held by Israel's far-right government.
(2024-06-13). Hamas Accepts UNSC Gaza Resolution, Demands Israel Follow Suit. popularresistance.org The UN Security Council voted on 10 June to support a US resolution backing a ceasefire plan for the war in Gaza. Hamas has accepted the resolution, according to a top official in the movement, while Israel has not. | The BBC reports that the proposal sets out conditions for a "full and complete ceasefire," the release of Israeli captives held by Hamas, the return of dead captives' remains, and the release of Palestinians held captive in Israeli prisons. | Fourteen of the 15 Security Council members voted in favor of the US-drafted resolution. Russia abstained. | US President Joe Biden unveiled some aspects of th…
(2024-06-13). Gaza is a Children's Cemetery. counterpunch.org 
Months of war, and the unrelenting attacks by the Israel Defense Forces (IDFs) against the Hamas' fighters, have resulted in more than 15,000 children's deaths, tens of thousands of children injured, hundreds of thousands of children displaced, and scores of children in Gaza suffering from post-traumatic-stress disorder. In February 2024, UNICEF reported that one million
(2024-06-13). Arrests of Palestinian journalists since start of Israel-Gaza war. cpj.org Since the start of the Israel-Gaza war, an unprecedented number of journalists and media workers have been arrested — often without charge — in what they and their attorneys say is retaliation for their journalism and commentary. As of June 13, CPJ has documented a total of 46 arrests of journalists in the Palestinian territories…
(2024-06-13). 50 detained Gaza men released by Israel with signs of torture. newarab.com 
Around 50 Several men appeared exhausted, gaunt and thinner than usual in photographs. | Palestinian sources said some 33 of the freed men were taken to
(2024-06-13). Qatar calls for complete halt to Israeli aggression against Gaza. presstv.ir Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani made the remarks during a joint press briefing with the US secretary of state.
(2024-06-13). Israel, US will not end war on Gaza, say Palestinian officials. newarab.com Neither the Currently, mediation efforts led by Qatar and Egypt are attempting to bridge the gap between Hamas and Israel to accept US President Joe Biden's proposal announced on 31 May. | On Tuesday, Hamas officially delivere…
(2024-06-13). Palestinians reveal torture and ill-treatment in Israeli prisons. plenglish.com In a report, the non-governmental organization denounced the mistreatment to which Palestinians are subjected in these facilities, a situation that has worsened since October 7, when the new cycle of violence broke out. | We urge the international community to break its silence and take serious action in the face of 'the brutal torture based on discrimination, collective revenge and dehumanisation to which Palestinian civilians are exposed,' he said. | In his testimony, Samir Abdullah Jamal Marjan, 23, said he suffered beatings, electric shocks, insults and an attempt to inject him with unknown substances. | Eve…
(2024-06-13). Anger over Apple scheme 'encouraging staff' to donate to Israel. newarab.com 
Employees and shareholders at The letter comes following a previous statement from Apple employees calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and for the company to investigate links to organisations l…
(2024-06-13). Hezbollah rains rockets on Israel after strike kills commander. scmp.com Taleb Sami Abdallah was said to be the most important member of the Lebanese militant group to be killed since the start of the war in Gaza.
(2024-06-13). Hamas proposed amendments to Gaza cease-fire plan 'not significant', senior leader says. haaretz.com Hezbollah rains hundreds of rockets on Israel's north after IDF killed top commander in Lebanon ‚ñ Hamas demands full IDF withdrawal from Gaza within first week of cease-fire, says it will return hostages' bodies in first phase ‚ñ IDF confirms killing of Hezbollah senior commander Taleb Abdallah in Lebanon ‚ñ Hezbollah claims responsibility for extensive rocket barrages at Israel's north, vows to increase intensity, quantity of operations against Israel ‚ñ Blinken says some of Hamas' proposed changes to cease-fire are workable, some not…
(2024-06-13). Israel targets Gaza 'safe zone' as truce talks continue. newarab.com 
Mediators are continuing to push Hamas says the changes are "not significant" and include the complete withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip, a senior leader in the group told Reuters on Thursday. | US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesd…
(2024-06-13). UN: Israel Committed at Least 5,700 "Grave Violations" Against Children in 2023. truthout.org The UN has added Israeli forces to a list of global violators of children's rights, citing Israel's "unprecedented" scale of violence against Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank. In the UN secretary-general's annual Children and Armed Conflict report, released Thursday, the UN office finds that 2023 saw the highest level of violations against children ever recorded in a single year… |
(2024-06-13). Israeli forces kill six Palestinians in deadly West Bank raid. newarab.com 
Israeli special forces besieged a home in the village of Kafr Dan, near Jenin, before shelling it, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA reported. | The raid came after the armed wing of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad said on Tuesday that they were engaged in "fierce" fighting with Israeli troops in the village. | The Israeli army lat…
(2024-06-13). Israel has arrested 9,170 Palestinians in West Bank since Oct. 7 : PPC. muslimmirror.com ISTANBUL : Israel has arrested 9,170 Palestinians from the West Bank since the outbreak of the war in Gaza on Oct. 7 last year, the Palestinian Prisoners' Club said Wednesday. "Israeli occupation authorities, after 250 days of the genocidal war, continue to escalate systematic arrest campaigns that have targeted more than 9,170 detainees from the …
(2024-06-13). Building Palestine Solidarity In An Arms Factory. popularresistance.org I work at a site in the United Kingdom producing military equipment for aircraft, some of which ends up on the F-35 stealth fighter jet. We are members of the UK union Unite. | In response to the call from Palestinian trade unions to halt arms production and transport to Israel, some co-workers and I have been trying to make this a reality in our workplace. | Israel has been buying F-35 jets since 2016, and has signed deals to expand its fleet to 75 by 2028. | Our site has endured two decades of a right-wing union-management partnership, resulting in poor pay deals. This toxic partnership made solidarity efforts…
(2024-06-13). Richard Beck: Bidenism Abroad. newleftreview.org Panoramic survey of US foreign policy as Washington attempts to maintain its global hegemony in conditions of faltering growth. Containing China, confronting Russia, driving decarbonization: each of Biden's stated aims has been beset by insoluble contradictions from the outset, Richard Beck argues, now compounded by Israel's punitive war on Gaza.
(2024-06-13). Jordan jails journalist over report on 'land corridor' with Israel. middleeasteye.net 
Jordan jails journalist over report on 'land corridor' with Israel | Hiba Abu Taha will receive a one year sentence for an investigative report on Jordan's shipment of goods to Israel, under the country's controversial cybercrime law | | Jordanian journalist Hiba Abu Taha was sentenced for her inves…
(2024-06-13). Why Intel cancelled $25 bn chip factory expansion in Israel? ummid.com In a major economic setback for Israel, Intel has halted its planned expansion of a major factory project worth $25 billion in the occupied Palestinian territory under the Zionist control.
(2024-06-13). Released Palestinian abductees recount abuse in Israeli jails. presstv.ir Palestinians held in Israeli detention since the start of the war in Gaza said they faced systematic ill-treatment by prison authorities.
(2024-06-13). 'Swift and devastating': Hezbollah launches massive strikes on Israeli military positions. presstv.ir Hezbollah conducted a string of new operations against Israeli military targets in retaliation for the brutal aggression against Gaza.
(2024-06-13). Hezbollah pledges more powerful strikes on Israel after senior commander killed. presstv.ir Israel recently killed a senior Hezbollah commander in southern Lebanon.
(2024-06-13). Yemen conducts new anti-Israeli ops incl. in cooperation with Iraqi resistance. presstv.ir Yemen's Armed Forces announce conducting fresh anti-Israeli operations, including in cooperation with Iraq's Islamic Resistance.
(2024-06-13). Race to agree Gaza ceasefire as Israel continues assault. newarab.com Mediators are continuing to push Hamas says the changes are "not significant" and include the complete withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip, a senior leader in the group told Reuters on Thursday. | US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesd…
(2024-06-13). Israel reportedly hits Gaza safe zone as ceasefire discussions persist. middleeasteye.net 
Israel reportedly hits Gaza safe zone as ceasefire discussions persist | A Hamas leader told Reuters their proposed amendments to the ceasefire deal were 'not significant' | | A Palestinian woman in al-Zawaida, central Gaza, watches the smoke rise following an Israeli air strike on the south on 11 J…
(2024-06-13). Palestinians mourn death of loved ones. presstv.ir Palestinians mourn the death of members of one familyŸà who were killed when Israeli missiles struck their home in Al-Bureij in central Gaza.
(2024-06-13). Insights and reflections from Muslim International Film Festival. newarab.com 
The inaugural During the event, winners were announced for Best Film and Best Short. | Ten feature films were up for consideration and were judged by a festiv…
(2024-06-13). Jordanian journalist sentenced to prison under cybercrime law. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Suspected Houthi missile hits ship in Gulf of Aden: officials. newarab.com 
A suspected attack Thursday by The attack happened in the Gulf of Aden off Yemen, the British military's United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center
(2024-06-13). Emirati conglomerate drops plans for Lebanese TV over alleged threats. newarab.com 
A wealthy Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor's Al Habtoor Group cited "severe security challenges", including…
(2024-06-13). Massive fire at Iraqi Kurdistan oil refinery injures 14. newarab.com 
A massive fire at an oil refinery near Erbil, the capital of The fire ignited in a large…
(2024-06-13). Egyptians mock Sisi over deleting posts on unfulfilled vows. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Troubled G7 leaders focus on Middle East war in Italian summit. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Palestinian chef Michael Rafidi wins James Beard Awards. newarab.com 
A Palestinian chef based in Washington, DC has won the prize for outstanding chef in the James Beard Awards, considered the Oscars of food. | Michael Rafidi's restaurant, Albi (my heart) opened in 2020 shortly before the widespread Covid-19 pandemic shutdowns. With his widely popular food, he was able to weather the storm, staying open through the lockdowns, earning a Michelin star in 2022 and becoming a James Beard semifinalist in 2022 and 2023. | Wearing a keffiyeh as he accepted the award in Chicago, he dedicated it "to Palestinians, and all the people out there, whether it's here, Palestine, or all over th…
(2024-06-13). WHO says 8,000 under-5s treated for malnutrition in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Palestine and Barbados officially establish diplomatic relations. newarab.com 
Palesti…
(2024-06-13). Macron says French citizen imprisoned in Iran released. newarab.com 
"Louis Arnaud is free. He will be in France tomorrow after a long incarceration in Iran," Macron said on X, thanking Oman in particular for its role in obtaining his release. | The release is rare positive news about F…
(2024-06-13). UK's Labour Party pledges to recognise Palestinian state. newarab.com 
Britain's opposition "Palestinian statehood is the inalienable right of the Palestinian people," said Labour's election manifesto – the collection of policies it would enact if it forms the next government. | "We are committed to recognising a Palestinian…
(2024-06-13). Bella Hadid stars in stirring 'Gaza is Calling' music video. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Who are the six candidates for Iran's presidential election. newarab.com 
The approval of six politicians to run in the upcoming presidential election in After
(2024-06-13). South Africa library bans 'River to the Sea' children's book. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Yazidi Nationality Bill sparks controversy in Iraqi parliament. newarab.com 
A proposal to recognise Yazidis as a distinct nationality within The Yazidi Nationality draft law, introduced by Yazidi representatives, aims to elevate the Yazidis to the same status as other recognised Iraqi nationalities such as Arabs, Kurds and Turkmen. This move has been met with resistance, mainly from Kurdis…
(2024-06-13). Saudi Arabia inaugurates air taxi service for Hajj pilgrims. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia inaugurated a pilotless The self-driving vehicles will ferry Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistic Services Saleh bin…
(2024-06-13). Is Saudi Arabia about to drop the petrodollar for Chinese yuan. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Hidden Heritage: Rediscovering Britain's Lost Love of the Orient. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). UN Security Council to vote for halt to siege of Sudanese city. newarab.com
(2024-06-13). MBS meets Ukraine's Zelensky in surprise visit to Saudi. newarab.com 
(2024-06-13). Over 1.5 million foreign Muslims arrive in Mecca for Hajj. newarab.com 
Saudi officials say more than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims have arrived in the country by Tuesday, the vast majority by air, from across the world. | More are expected, and hundreds of thousands of Saudis and…
(2024-06-13). 50 dead in Kuwait fire, mostly from India, minister says. newarab.com 
Most of the victims in a Three Filipinos were among the dead, Philippines officials said, after the fire sent black smoke billowing through the six-storey building south of Kuwait City. | Most of oil-rich Kuwait's four million-plus population is made up of foreigners, many of them from South and Southeast Asia working in construction and service industries. | Doze…
(2024-06-13). Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico's new president is no pal of Palestine. newarab.com 
On June 2, centre-left academic and politician Claudia Sheinbaum won a The election was a referendum of sorts on the six-year administration of outgoing president Andrés Manuel López Obrador, who continues to enjoy overwhelming support. Claudia Sheinbaum, co-founder of the National Regeneration Movement (MOREN…
(2024-06-13). French citizen Louis Arnaud held in Iran arrives in Paris. newarab.com 
French citizen Emerging from a small plane at Le Bourget airport outside Paris, a visibly tired but smiling Arnaud shook hands with Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne before embracing his parents, according to images aired on television. | Arnaud linked arms with his relatives as they entered a private room at the airport out of view of the cameras. | "I a…
(2024-06-13). Two US men jailed for conspiracy to sell Iranian oil to China. newarab.com 
Two Texas men convicted by a US jury in November of trying to sell Iranian petroleum in violation of sanctions imposed by Washington and of conspiracy to commit money laundering were sentenced on Tuesday to 45 months in prison, the Justice Department said. | Zhenyu Wang, 43, a Chinese citizen, and Daniel Ray Lane, 42, of McKinney, Texas, schemed with co-conspirators to evade US economic sanctions against Iran from July 2019 to February 2020 by facilitating the purchase of sanctioned oil from Iran, masking its origins and then selling it to a refinery in China, the department said in a statement. | Lane was pre…
(2024-06-13). Europe's Shift To The Right Must Be Countered With Mass Mobilization. popularresistance.org The composition of the new European Parliament will more or less trace the outgoing one. Much ado about nothing? Not really. It's not just a question of how many votes and seats you get—the conservative European People's Party (EPP) increased their share by 10 seats, and the ultra-right parties Identity and Democracy and European Conservatives and Reformists by 13—but also where and how. | The ultra-right is the leading force in two key countries such as France and Italy, where it won around 30% of votes (40% if we add the votes of Zemmours Reconquuête in France and Salvinis Lega in Italy).
(2024-06-13). Coalition To March On The RNC Files Lawsuit Over Permit Denial. popularresistance.org Milwaukee, WI — After a year of denied permits for their proposed march, the Coalition to March on the RNC 2024 has filed a lawsuit against the city of Milwaukee. | Along with a watered-down "free speech zone," the city of Milwaukee has stoked repression by trying to implement "hard" and "soft" security zones around the Fiserv Forum, where the Republicans are planning to select their 2024 presidential nominee this July. | The city government offered no details or insight on these security zones, and hasn't been clear where the city's proposed "parade route" will be. Despite this, the coalition is determined…
(2024-06-13). The Three Key Messages From St. Petersburg To The Global Majority. popularresistance.org President Putin, a "European Russian" and true son of this dazzling, dynamic historic marvel by the Neva, delivered an extremely detailed one-hour speech on the Russian economy at the forum's plenary session. | The key takeaway: as the collective West launched total economic war against Russia, the civilization-state turned it around and positioned itself as the world's 4th largest economy by purchasing power parity (PPP). | Putin showed how Russia still carries the potential to launch no less than nine sweeping — global — structural changes, an all-out drive involving the federal, regional, and munic…
(2024-06-13). Inmates Challenge Motion To Dismiss In Alabama Forced Labor Federal Lawsuit. popularresistance.org Incarcerated individuals in Alabama have filed a 214-page response opposing a motion to dismiss their lawsuit accusing state prisons of using slave labor. | The case involves multiple claims against state officials, private employers and local governments alleging Alabama's prison labor program system is a form of modern-day slavery. Each defendant filed motions to dismiss the lawsuit, claiming that counsel for plaintiffs did not state a legal claim in the lawsuit. | "Despite Defendants' strenuous efforts to dispute Plaintiffs' well-founded allegations—a strategy that cannot justify dismissal of Plaintiffs'
(2024-06-13). Biden's Border Restriction Are Stranding Climate Migrants in Extreme Heat. scheerpost.com 
(2024-06-13). Corporate Landlords' Profits Soar as Tenants Drown in Rent Hikes and Fees. scheerpost.com 
(2024-06-13). Patrick Lawrence: The Afterlives of Lies. scheerpost.com 
(2024-06-13). Western Media Eggs On Cold War Narrative and Russian Nuclear Threat. sonar21.com 
I am sure you have heard of the Russian show of naval force in Havana, Cuba. That's right. Putin is sending the United States a stern, serious warning that it is ready to use nukes. Guess what? This is some bullshit propaganda. Let me explain. | Let's start with this CNN report from last year — July 15, 2023 to be precise. Sound familiar? | Oh my God!!! The Russians are coming. Last I checked, Russia had never severed relations with Cuba — a country it has supported since the 1960s. Now, it is true that this visit by a Russian ship last July was the first in a long time, but it is not unprece…
(2024-06-13). Did You Donate to Send Food to Gaza? Think Again. Crisis of Relief Operations. Starvation. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). New Bill Would Punish Private Equity for Avoidable Financial Harm to Hospitals. truthout.org Private equity's entrance into health care since 2000 has been dramatic. Both the number of private equity (PE) deals and annual PE investments in health care increased tenfold between 2001 and 2020, and peaked in 2021. Until now, lax corporate transparency and accountability regulations meant that there was nothing anyone could do when corporate owners of health care companies enriched themselves… |
(2024-06-13). Starbucks Workers Union Slams SCOTUS Decision for Weakening Labor Protections. truthout.org Labor advocates decried Thursday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling in favor of Starbucks in a labor dispute between the international coffee giant and seven of its employees who were terminated for leading a unionization campaign at their Memphis store. In an 8-1 decision — with liberal Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissenting — the justices in Starbucks v. McKinney made it more difficult for the… |
(2024-06-13). SCOTUS Blocks Mifepristone Challenge, Keeping Abortion Medication Legal for Now. truthout.org In a unanimous decision on Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the widely used abortion medication mifepristone, ruling to continue to allow the pills to be mailed to patients without an in-person doctor's visit. The case had been introduced by anti-abortion organizations and right-wing doctors who had questioned the drug's overall efficiency on dubious grounds. |
(2024-06-13). Samuel Alito Disparages Reporting of Supreme Court Justices' Unethical Gifts. truthout.org Days after undercover audio revealed biased opinions from Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito, a new round of audio has been released in which he expresses hostile views toward the free press, singling out publications that have sought to hold him and other justices accountable for their unethical actions. The latest recording was obtained by Ally Sammarco, a journalist and colleague of documentary… |
(2024-06-13). Brexit Still Haunts the UK as Conservatives Flail Before the General Election. truthout.org In the U.S., one election season begins pretty much as soon as the vote has been counted on the previous one. From one election to the next, tens of billions of dollars are spent — on ads, on lobbying efforts, on attempts to buy influence and to secure primary and then general election votes. In the U.K., by contrast, elections are a brief — and relatively inexpensive — affair. There are no fixed… |
(2024-06-13). Call for permanent cease-fire intensifies. ecns.cn Urgent actions are imperative to achieve an immediate, permanent cease-fire and to accelerate humanitarian aid delivery to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, according to a leaders' statement on Tuesday, as the conflict is triggering wider spillover effects in the region.
(2024-06-13). Jury finds Hunter Biden guilty of three felonies in gun trial. ecns.cn A jury on Tuesday found Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, guilty of three felony counts of lying on a federal firearms application in 2018 tied to a handgun purchase.
(2024-06-13). GBA poised to gain from RMB milestone. ecns.cn Cross-border renminbi transactions in South China's Guangdong province reached a record high of 7.39 trillion yuan ($1.02 trillion) in 2023, up 25.1 percent from the previous year, according to data from the provincial government.
(2024-06-13). Global South role stressed at BRICS meet. ecns.cn China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has highlighted the role of the Global South and called for efforts to strengthen unity and cooperation in addressing global challenges and improving global governance.
(2024-06-13). Chinese premier says respective development of China and New Zealand opportunity for each other. ecns.cn
(2024-06-13). Weather disasters drive surge in U.S. home insurance rates. ecns.cn Millions of Americans are losing their homes in a record number of weather catastrophes, and insurance companies are raising premiums to record levels in many states while some are simply going out of business.
(2024-06-13). Giant panda Xiang Xiang celebrates her 7th birthday in Tokyo. ecns.cn Japanese fans of Xiang Xiang, a Chinese female giant panda born in Japan, appreciate the photos of her and her family when celebrating her seventh birthday at the China Cultural Center in Tokyo on June 12.
(2024-06-13). Child trafficker serving 15-year sentence given death penalty. ecns.cn Wang Haowen, who is serving a 15-year prison term for trafficking three children, has been punished again for the same crime. The penalty this time is death, thepaper.cn reported on Thursday.
(2024-06-13). Rural doctor races for organ donation. ecns.cn For more than two decades, rural doctor Li Qianfeng has traversed rugged and remote mountains in a Southwest China village, racing against time to save lives.
(2024-06-13). Taiwan trip by mainland actor is welcomed. ecns.cn Popular Chinese mainland actor Hu Ge paid a visit to Taiwan on Wednesday amid tense cross-Strait relations, which mainland authorities said would provide a rare opportunity for people from both sides to engage in exchanges.
(2024-06-13). Chinese premier calls on New Zealand, China to eliminate non-economic disruptions in economic, trade relations. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday called on New Zealand and China to eliminate non-economic disruptions in their economic and trade relations, so as to provide businesses with stable expectations and a favorable business environment.
(2024-06-13). 38th International Travel Expo to open in Hong Kong. ecns.cn The expo, co-locating with the 19th MICE Travel Expo will be held between June 13 to 16, 2024 in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. It has attracted about 500 exhibitors from more than 60 countries and regions, 20 of which are first-time exhibitors.
(2024-06-13). Four convicted of selling celebrities' flight details. ecns.cn A court in Shanghai has found four people guilty of selling entertainment stars' personal information, including flight itineraries and ID card numbers, the Shanghai High People's Court said on Tuesday.
(2024-06-13). Brazilian officials anticipate another 'Golden 50 Years' with China. ecns.cn Several Brazilian officials who accompanied Vice President Geraldo Alckmin on his recent visit to China expressed their hopes for another "Golden 50 Years" in Brazil-China relations.
(2024-06-13). Chinese premier says China, New Zealand share strong readiness to enhance win-win cooperation. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Thursday that while the current international situation is undergoing complex changes, both China and New Zealand attach great importance to developing their relations and share a strong readiness to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation.
(2024-06-13). Arrows in quiver to counter EU tariffs. ecns.cn China has "abundant" countermeasures against the European Commission's latest tariffs on imported Chinese electric vehicles, and will safeguard the legitimate rights of its companies, said industry experts and officials on Wednesday.
(2024-06-13). Vocational student stands out in Global Mathematics Competition. ecns.cn A 17-year-old girl from a secondary vocational school made history by securing the 12th place globally in the 2024 Alibaba Global Mathematics Competition, becoming the first vocational school student ever to reach the finals.
(2024-06-13). Yan'an apples' popularity literally out of this world. ecns.cn When the crew of the Shenzhou XVIII manned space mission takes a break, they can enjoy a special treat — apples from Yan'an, Shaanxi province.
(2024-06-13). Xi emphasizes improving modern corporate system with Chinese characteristics. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, Chinese president, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, also chairman of the Central Military Commission presided over the fifth meeting of the Central Commission for Deepening Overall Reform (CCDOR) on the afternoon of June 11.
(2024-06-13). Giant panda Fu Bao's debut in Sichuan draws media, students. ecns.cn On Wednesday, giant panda Fu Bao, who was born in South Korea and arrived in China in April, met the public for the first time after moving into the Wolong Shenshuping Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda in Sichuan province.
(2024-06-13). 3 sentenced in beating death of boy at club. ecns.cn Two defendants who caused the death of an 8-year-old pupil at a wushu club in Qingdao, Shandong province, in June last year were sentenced in a public trial on Thursday to life imprisonment and deprived of political rights for life for intentional injury, the Qingdao Intermediate People's Court said in a statement afterward.
(2024-06-13). Exhibition of Iranian cultural relics opens in Shanghai. ecns.cn Experts introduce the trade process of porcelain on the ancient Silk Road on the spot of the exhibition, the Glory of Ancient Persia: Treasures from Iran, at Shanghai Museum on June 12. | The exhibition gathered 285 artifacts displaying the heritage of ancient Persia and its long-term connections with China.
(2024-06-13). China, New Zealand agree to initiate negotiations on service trade negative lists. ecns.cn China and New Zealand on Thursday agreed to initiate negotiations on service trade negative lists.
(2024-06-13). Cultures in Xinjiang propel civilization. ecns.cn Learning more about the history of the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region can let the world see that its development has been deeply influenced historically by diverse cultures and religions, officials and scholars said at an international forum.
(2024-06-13). Tibetan opera performance shines in Lhasa. ecns.cn On June 9, a five-day Tibetan opera show kicked off here, attracting local people and tourists to watch.
(2024-06-13). Nation targets high-quality job opportunities. ecns.cn China is stepping up efforts to promote high-quality employment by developing new growth engines in sectors such as artificial intelligence, modern manufacturing and electronics.
(2024-06-13). US senator says Ukraine is 'gold mine' with $12 trillion of minerals 'we can't afford to lose'. geopoliticaleconomy.com Ukraine is a "gold mine" with $12 trillion worth of critical minerals, US Senator Lindsey Graham insisted in a TV interview. He said the West "can't afford to lose", and called to prevent Russia and China from accessing the natural resources.
(2024-06-13). The EU Elections: The March of the Right. counterpunch.org 
The EU elections over June 6 to June 9 have presented a chaotically merry picture, certainly for those on the right of politics. Not that the right in question is reliably homogeneous in any sense, nor hoping for a single theme of triumph. A closer look at the gains made by the conservative side of politics, along
(2024-06-13). U.S. backs slaughter at Nuseirat. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-06-13). Behind the Myth of "Billions in Arms" Flowing into Ukraine. libya360.wordpress.com Brian Berletic In a June 8, 2024, Bloomberg article titled, "Putin Is Running Out of Time to Achieve Breakthrough in Ukraine," an optimistic prognosis was made regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine in favor of Kiev. The article claims that Russia has made "limited progress" along the line of contact, including along the newly-opened front in Kharkov and that…
(2024-06-13). When the new South Africa of the betrayed expectations, also betrays its hero Dimitri Tsafendas! cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). The ETERNAL Norita! cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). The 6th International Eco-socialist Meeting and the 1st Latin American and Caribbean Eco-socialist Meeting concluded successfully. cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). The Drums of War are Banging in Europe. cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). Newsflash: Inequality in Neoliberal America. cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). South Africa: hanging on. cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). Mexico: from AMLO to Sheinbaum. cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). The Meltzer Commission on the IFI at the US Congress in 2000. cadtm.org
(2024-06-13). The World Bank's accounts. 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 (…) | – | / |
(2024-06-13). American Slavery Wasn't Just a White Man's Business, White Women Profited, Too. counterpunch.org 
As the United States continues to confront the realities and legacy of slavery, Americans continue to challenge myths about the country's history. One enduring myth is that slavery was a largely male endeavor — that, for the most part, the buying, selling, trading and profiting from enslavement were carried out by white men alone. While
(2024-06-13). Global Solidarity on Haiti's Flag Day to Stop Foreign Intervention. counterpunch.org 
May 18 marked Haitian Flag Day, commemorating the day in 1803 when Jean-Jacques Dessalines declared independence as the goal at the historic people's congress in Akaye and created the Haitian flag. Flag Day signifies Haitian sovereignty and commemorates ancestors and other loved ones who have died fighting for freedom. With the people's tremendous victory six
(2024-06-13). Politicians Will Always Be Shameless Liars. counterpunch.org 
Former president Donald Trump was recently convicted by a New York jury after prosecutors claimed he was guilty of "hoodwinking" voters in the 2016 election by paying to cover up his boinking a beefy porn star. Manhattan prosecutor Alvin Bragg proclaimed that Trump was guilty of taking steps with "the end of keeping information away from the electorate."
(2024-06-13). Korean Atomic Bomb Victims Seek Justice. counterpunch.org 
On June 8th, 2024, in Hiroshima, Japan, The International People's Tribunal On The 1945 Atomic Bombings met with the goal of holding the United States accountable for the dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This People's Tribunal focuses on the Korean bomb victims, 100,000 of whom were forcibly taken from their homeland by the Japanese to work in Hiroshima and Nagasaki during the war and were subsequently exposed to the A-bomb blasts.
(2024-06-13). Bernard Lown's Political Activism and Medical Achievements are Celebrated in Maine. counterpunch.org 
Bernard Lown was honored June 7 in Lewiston, Maine. The place was the massive Bates Mill, the former workplace for migrants mostly from Quebec who made textiles. The minting of the "American Innovation $1 Coin" in Lown's honor had been announced in May. It was Lown's birthday; he was born in Lithuania in 1921 and died
(2024-06-13). Hostile climate intensifies for Slovak press after PM Fico shooting. Attila Mong 
(2024-06-13). Azerbaijan extends pre-trial detention of 6 journalists accused of receiving Western funding. turan.az 
(2024-06-13). ProPublica Reporter Defends Work After Samuel Alito Accuses Outlet of Politically Motivated Coverage. democracynow.org 
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito, caught on a secret recording, recently attacked ProPublica for its reporting on Supreme Court ethics. The nonprofit investigative news outlet has spearheaded coverage of possible conflicts of interest among judges on the nation's top court, including Justice Clarence Thomas, who has accepted millions in gifts and trips from conservative billionaires. Alito told a filmmaker posing as a conservative activist that ProPublica "gets a lot of money" to dig up "any little thing they can find," suggesting the reporting was politically motivated. That notio…
(2024-06-13). From Gaza to Sudan, Number of Global Armed Conflicts Reach New Post-WWII High. democracynow.org 
The world saw the highest number of state-based conflicts last year since the end of World War II, as fighting raged in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia and other areas. That's the finding of a new report from the Peace Research Institute Oslo. Siri Rustad, research director at the Norwegian think tank, tells Democracy Now! that it's a worrying trend. "The three past years are the three most violent years since the Cold War," she says.
(2024-06-13). Secret Recording of SCOTUS Justice Samuel Alito Offers "Window" into His Conservative Ideology. democracynow.org 
We speak with filmmaker Lauren Windsor, whose recorded conversations with U.S. Supreme Court justices have sparked the latest firestorm over how the country's top jurists are ruling on consequential cases. Windsor posed as a conservative activist to speak with Justice Samuel Alito at a June 3 event of the Supreme Court Historical Society, where he appeared to endorse running the U.S. as a Christian theocracy and said he was doubtful about living peacefully with political opponents. In a separate recording from the same event, Alito's wife, Martha-Ann Alito, complained about rainbow flags during Pride…
(2024-06-13). Dr. Christopher Exley: Merck must be brought to justice for peddling harmful HPV vaccines. expose-news.com No so-called vaccine, probably including covid products, has maimed and killed more adolescents over the past twenty years than Merck's HPV vaccine — Gardasil. Highlighting a paper titled 'A reactogenic "placebo" and …
(2024-06-13). Australia's culling of 500,000 chickens is for a manufactured bird flu crisis. expose-news.com
(2024-06-13). Qatari researchers find SARS-CoV-2 accelerates biological ageing. expose-news.com Since 2021, Walter Chestnut has been investigating whether SARS-CoV-2's spike protein causes accelerated biological ageing. On Monday, researchers from Qatar published a paper that explored and summarised research on biological ageing markers …
(2024-06-13). WATCH: Donald Trump faces Logan paul with angery face. geo.tv 
Former US President Donald Trump speaks during a Logan Paul's podcast in this image released on June 12, 2024. — Instagram/@loganpaul A video went viral on social media platforms in which former US president Donald Trump was seen meeting professional wrestler Logan Paul…
(2024-06-13). Ukraine's "Neo-Nazi Summer Camp". Military Training for Young Children, Para-military Recruits. globalresearch.ca The Azov battalion supported by its Western partners is not only involved in para-military operations in Donbass, it is also running a Summer Camp military training project for young children.
(2024-06-13). Timely Lessons About Tyranny from the Father of the Constitution. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). Video: Scott Ritter and Freedom. Philip Giraldi with Judge Napolitano. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). Biden's Ceasefire Fiasco. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). Video: The Dimming, Full Length Climate Engineering Documentary. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). They're Arresting the Wrong People Inside U.S. Congress. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-13). The ingenious 'network tree' defying Gaza's connectivity blockade. globalvoices.org 
Italian filmmaker Manolo Luppichini's insights on connectivity in war-torn Gaza | Originally published on When the combination of big tech and politics failed the Palestinian pe…
(2024-06-13). Cameroon's push for agricultural expansion devastates Indigenous communities and wildlife. globalvoices.org 
(2024-06-13). Rwanda rejects allegations that it endangers asylum seekers. independent.co.ug 
KIGALI, Rwanda | Xinhua | Rwanda on Tuesday denied allegations that it is endangering the lives of asylum seekers, accusing the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) of "fabricating" claims aimed at undermining the country's welcoming policy. This came after the UN Refugee Agency warned British judges it may have new evidence from 2024 …
(2024-06-13). ICRC: "The humanitarian tragedy of missing persons urgently requires a more determined international response" icrc.org
(2024-06-13). South Sudan: ICRC delivers assistance to communities fleeing the conflict in Sudan. icrc.org Photo gallery | Since the conflict in Sudan started in April 2023, more than 650,000 people have fled to neighboring South Sudan. Tens of thousands of them have sought refuge in Boro Medina, a city in Western Bahr-el-Ghazal State.
(2024-06-13). ICRC: "The humanitarian tragedy of missing persons urgently requires a more determined international response" icrc.org Statement | Madame Chair,Thank you for convening a meeting on this important topic and for inviting the ICRC to speak.Staggering numbers of people are going missing in today's conflicts.
(2024-06-13). Saturday 6/15: Global Wind Day: Taking Action for Clean Wind Power. indybay.org Livestream: www.facebook.com/SierraClub/…
(2024-06-13). Friday 6/14: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | http: //tinyurl.com/PalestineFriday…
(2024-06-13). Poor Peoples Campaign Plans March on D.C. June 29th. indybay.org People displaced by the US war economy and corporate sponsorship make up a potentially powerful voting block.
(2024-06-13). Friday 6/14: Opening Night Screening and Filmmaker Q&A — The Grab Documentary. indybay.org Landmark Opera Plaza Cinema | 601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States…
(2024-06-13). Sunday 6/23: "Where Olive Trees Weep," Santa Cruz Area Film Screening. indybay.org
(2024-06-13). Friday 6/14: Opening Night Screening and Filmmaker Q&A — The Grab Documentary. indybay.org Landmark Opera Plaza Cinema | 601 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States…
(2024-06-13). City of Folsom official request to align Juneteenth with our US Federal Holiday. indybay.org 27 years ago, NJOF agreed upon this day to commemorate the ending of chattel slavery in America. Juneteenth will forever be a key 1865 Civil War event, a 7-week campaign headquartered at Galveston Island, TX, sealing the US/Mexican border; a plantation-by-plantation enforcement of freedom by United States Colored Troops, nearly 2,000 USCT from California served during the US Civil War…
(2024-06-13). UCLA STUDENTS WERE ATTACKED LAST NIGHT SO WE RETALIATED WITH A FIREBOMB ON UCB CAMPUS. indybay.org
(2024-06-13). Advocates, Press Seek Access to Court Records in FCI Dublin Sexual Abuse Lawsuit. indybay.org SAN FRANCISCO, June 12, 2024 — Today, Public Justice and the ACLU of Northern California filed a motion to unseal court records and preserve public access to hearings in the class action lawsuit that survivors of sexual assault at FCI Dublin brought against the federal Bureau of Prisons last year.
(2024-06-13). Sunday 6/23: Queer As In Intifada. indybay.org Meet at Castro and Market in SF…
(2024-06-13). Here's what Pramila Patten's UN report on Oct 7 sexual violence actually said. indybay.org The UN report on sexual violence on October 7 has found no evidence of systematic rape by Hamas or any other Palestinian group, despite widespread media reporting to the contrary. But there are deeper problems with the report's credibility.
(2024-06-13). Police Attack on Protesters at Fed Bldg in SF. indybay.org Palestine Liberation encampment–Sidra's Sanctuary…
(2024-06-13). Retaliation Attack on Oakland Federal Building. indybay.org Windows were smashed and a firebomb was allegedly lit at the Federal Building in downtown Oakland, as an act of retaliation for SFPD's violent siege on the Sidra's Sanctuary encampment at the SF Federal Building.
(2024-06-13). øEstá enferma Europa? indybay.org øEstá enferma Europa?>
(2024-06-13). Multiple crisis and catastrophe. indybay.org The official self-image of bourgeois society remains strangely untouched by crises. They are understood as improbable and short-lived interruptions of what are actually successful processes. Disruptions and crises are denied, are considered technical and, through a variety of individual measures, if not solvable, then at least postponeable into the future.
(2024-06-13). Saturday 6/15: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Where the Olive Trees Weep" indybay.org Zoom (Registration link is below)…
(2024-06-13). Tuesday 6/18: Report Back from the Occupied West Bank. indybay.org Front of De Anza College Library, Fountain of Tales | De Anza College | 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd. | Cupertino, CA 95014…
(2024-06-13). Saturday 6/15: Palo Alto Vigil for the Children of Gaza. indybay.org Corner of Town & Country Village | 855 El Camino Real | Palo Alto, CA…
(2024-06-13). Saturday 6/15: San Diego Weekly Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…
(2024-06-13). Larry Bensky – another side. indybay.org He also led the movement to de-democratize KPFA.
(2024-06-13). Wednesday 6/12: Bay Area Merchants of Death Tour. indybay.org Tour-goers will be picked up in Berkeley, SF and Palo Alto and returned to pick up spots.
(2024-06-13). Attack on Protesters at Federal Building in San Francisco. indybay.org On June 10 demonstrators raised an encampment for Palestine in front of the Philip Burton Federal Building in San Francisco…
(2024-06-13). Retaliation Attack on Oakland Federal Building. indybay.org Windows were smashed and a firebomb was allegedly lit at the Federal Building in downtown Oakland, as an act of retaliation for SFPD's violent siege on the Sidra's Sanctuary encampment at the SF Federal Building.
(2024-06-13). Friday 6/14: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | http: //tinyurl.com/PalestineFriday…
(2024-06-13). A letter from a Georgian student — Georgian youth deserve better. lefteast.org Source: Wikimedia Commons | The recent period in Tbilisi saw the streets being swept up in waves of demonstrations against the law on "transparency of foreign influence". The oppositional media constantly regurgitates the idea that the youth of Georgia, Gen Z, unequivocally upholds protests. I have seen claims that this is a "Children's revolution", and that the demonstrations have grassroots origins. This narrative is strong in the media and it goes unchallenged. The fervor of the ongoing political crisis doesn't let even slightly critically minded voices enter the political discourse.
(2024-06-13). BMA takes apart Rishi Sunak's claim that strikes are to blame for NHS waiting lists with a single fact. leftfootforward.org Rishi Sunak is continuing to face a backlash for his claim during the leaders debate on Sky News yesterday that doctors' strikes were to blame for high NHS waiting lists. | The Prime Minister was forced to admit by Sky's Beth Rigby yesterday that he had failed on his pledge to reduce the waiting lists. | "Yes it has", Sunak said about waiting lists rising, however he insisted it was going down, but not before taking a dig at striking NHS doctors. | "It's now going down, the plan is working, we've resolved the industrial action," Sunak said. | He went on to say: "You had a question from a junior doctor earlier.
(2024-06-13). A quarter of 2019 Tory voters think the Conservative Party deserve to lose every seat at the election. leftfootforward.org "Forty-six per cent of people agreed that the Tories "deserve to lose every seat they have"
(2024-06-13). License To Drill . levernews.com 
(2024-06-13). The $220 Billion Medical Debt Problem (With Rep. Ro Khanna). levernews.com 
(2024-06-13). The $220 Billion Medical Debt Problem With Rep. Ro Khanna. levernews.com
(2024-06-13). License To Drill . levernews.com
(2024-06-13). The Radical Tradition of African Self-Liberation. libya360.wordpress.com Roger McKenzie Protesters throw the statue of merchant and slave trader Edward Colston into Bristol harbour during a Black Lives Matter protest rally, 2020 There is an African radical tradition of resistance to racism that stretches from beyond the continent of Africa to include the entire African diaspora. The very notion of a radical African…
(2024-06-13). Russia and Cuba, Beyond Warships. libya360.wordpress.com Mi Cuba por Siempre While the international media only report on the arrival of a Russian naval detachment in Cuba, relations between the Russian Federation and Cuba go much further and are getting stronger. Unlike the policy of Joe Biden's administration, which is focused on maintaining the economic and financial persecution measures against the island,…
(2024-06-13). The Black and Red Contribution to Nazi Defeat Must Never Be Forgotten. libya360.wordpress.com Roger McKenzie A photograph from the battle of Kohima, in north-east India, during World War II We have long struggled for black and Asian Allied soldiers to be properly acknowledged in Europe's commemorations — but now a worse travesty is upon us, as Russia's crucial role is purged from the record. John Wayne won World…
(2024-06-13). Black British Activism after WWI. libya360.wordpress.com Roger McKenzie Black workers were often recruited to work on the railway in jobs that white workers did not want to do. The summer of 1919 was as red in Britain as it was on the other side of the Atlantic in the US. It was a year of international unrest and fear at the…
(2024-06-13). DRC: UN Experts Have Their Own Agenda and it Has Nothing to do with Peace. libya360.wordpress.com Lionel Manzi M23 rebels, eastern DRC East African leaders can either act in defense of the region's collective security or cowardly acquiesce to the U.S.'s manipulation of UN reports and bear the brunt of the wider war that seems likely to come. The UN Group of Experts' report on the security crisis in three provinces…
(2024-06-13). UK elections 2024: 50 Labour members resign after party drops Faiza Shaheen. middleeasteye.net 
UK elections 2024: 50 Labour members resign after party drops Faiza Shaheen | Former activists condemn Labour's 'cynical ploy' and vow to support Shaheen's independent campaign to become MP | | Faiza Shaheen, pictured here (far left) with Jeremy Corbyn in 2019, was considered to be on the left of th…
(2024-06-13). NDA in Power 2024: The future of Hindu nationalism. muslimmirror.com By Ram Puniyani The failure of BJP to get past 272 has brought back the NDA into the forefront. While Vajpayee came to power and led the NDA Government in 1998, still there was a strong imprint of the BJP politics in the Government. Among other things which were part of Hindutva agenda that time …
(2024-06-13). Row over NEET-UG: Grace marks given to 1563 candidates withdrawn, Centre tells SC. muslimmirror.com NEW DELHI : The Centre on Thursday told the Supreme Court that the decision to give grace marks to 1,563 NEET-UG, 2024 candidates for admission to MBBS, BDS and others courses has been cancelled and they will be given an option to take a re-test on June 23. A vacation bench of justices Vikram Nath …
(2024-06-13). Jury finds Hunter Biden guilty of three felony counts. nationofchange.org Biden is guilty on two counts of making false statements regarding his drug use when purchasing a Colt revolver in October 2018 and one count of illegal possession of a firearm as a drug user.
(2024-06-13). The Medicare Advantage Paradox: How private insurers cost taxpayers billions. nationofchange.org Recent studies and reports from the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) reveal that MA overpayments have significantly burdened taxpayers.
(2024-06-13). Expert reveals trillions spent on stock buybacks post-Trump tax cuts. nationofchange.org It resulted in significant corporate stock buybacks rather than investments in workers or innovation.
(2024-06-13). Only 22 companies out of 147 are on track to meet their plastic waste reduction targets, report finds. nationofchange.org In total, the report reviewed 225 companies and their progress toward plastic-related goals, with about half of companies receiving an "F" score.
(2024-06-13). Cosplaying As Black: Notable Times White Writers Went Undercover And Failed To Address Systemic Racism. newsone.com 
The endeavor of white writers pretending to be Black reinforces stereotypes, doesn't address systemic racism and confers a false sense of racial authority.
(2024-06-13). Russian foreign minister meets Cuban deputy prime minister. plenglish.com Lavrov is holding negotiations with Cabrisas this Thursday as a logical continuation of the close and trusting contacts between Russia and Cuba, Zakharova wrote on Telegram. | The two high-ranking officials plan to discuss the current situation and development of the strategic partnership between the two countries, deepen the political dialogue, and promote financial and investment cooperation. | As an example of the strengthening of Russian-Cuban relations, Zakharova stated Cabrisas' held meetings with several Russian ministers on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) held las…
(2024-06-13). DPRK Foreign Minister congratulates Lavrov on Russian National Day. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) The Foreign Minister of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), Choe Son Hui, sent a Congratulation message to his counterpart Serguei Lavrov on the occasion of Russia's National Day.
(2024-06-13). Report alerts on the use of strong opioids in Africa. plenglish.com Freetown, June 13 (Prensa Latina) Investigations by anti-crime organizations detected for the first time in Africa traces of highly potent synthetic opioids that are very dangerous for human health, local media published here today.
(2024-06-13). New research against pneumococcus for babies in Cienfuegos. plenglish.com Cienfuegos, Cuba, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) An intervention trial against pneumococcal disease in babies under one year old (aged two, four and 11 months) will take place in this central Cuban province, it was announced today.
(2024-06-13). Covid-19 in Dominican Republic soars to 633 active cases. plenglish.com Santo Domingo, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) The General Directorate of Epidemiology (DIGEPI) of the Dominican Republic notified 571 new patients with Covid-19, which brings the number of active cases to 633, an increase of 400% with respect to the previous week.
(2024-06-13). Without electricity 570 million people in sub-Saharan Africa. plenglish.com Geneva, June 13 (Prensa Latina) Around 570 million people in sub-Saharan Africa live without electricity, which is equivalent to more than 80 percent of the world's population without access to that service, multilateral organizations maintain today.
(2024-06-13). Spain and Türkiye consolidate ties at the highest level. plenglish.com/feed/ Madrid, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) Spain and Türkiye consolidated their bilateral ties at the highest level, with the signing of several agreements and a wide range of agreements of intent in various sectors.
(2024-06-13). China rejects new trade tariffs from the European Union. plenglish.com Beijing, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) The Ministry of Commerce of China today rejected the plan of the European Union (EU) to impose temporary compensation duties on electric vehicles imported from China.
(2024-06-13). Sahrawi news agency congratulates Prensa Latina on its anniversary. plenglish.com Algiers, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) The president of the Sahrawi News Agency (SPS), Saleh Nafee Laabeid, sent from Chahid El Hafed a message of congratulations to the Prensa Latina Agency on occasion of its 65th anniversary.
(2024-06-13). Russian nuclear forces practice electronic missile launches. plenglish.com Moscow, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) During the second stage of the exercises of non-strategic nuclear forces, electronic missile launching is being practiced, the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation reported today.
(2024-06-13). Acute malnutrition affects more than eight thousand children in Gaza. plenglish.com United Nations, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) More than eight thousand children were diagnosed and treated for acute malnutrition in Gaza, the United Nations (UN) said, warning that supplies are not reaching those who need them most.
(2024-06-13). Dominican Republic and Vietnam define road map to strengthen ties. plenglish.com Hanoi, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) The secretary general of the United Left Movement (MIU) of the Dominican Republic, Miguel Mejía, announced here the definition of a road map to strengthen ties with Vietnam in all areas.
(2024-06-13). Turkish Foreign Minister welcomes Brazil's position on Gaza. plenglish.com Ankara, Jun 13 (Prensa Latina) Ankara welcomes Brazil's position on the crisis in the Gaza Strip, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said at a joint press conference with his Brazilian counterpart, Mauro Vieira.
(2024-06-13). World Sea Turtle Day 2024: Ancient Mariners in Peril. pressenza.com 
by: Assaf Levy, BioDB | For over 200 million years, seven species of sea turtles have graced the world's oceans, their streamlined bodies propelled by powerful flippers. Guided by the Earth's magnetic field, these ancient mariners undertake awe-inspiring migrations, traversing vast distances with an uncanny ability to return to their exact birthplaces to nest. Their lifecycles are intricately tied to the health of our oceans, with females returning to the same beaches where they hatched decades earlier to lay their eggs. They spend their lives traversing currents, feeding on jellyfish and other marine creatures i…
(2024-06-13). BCR: Walking for Peace in Inwood Park. pressenza.com For this Bar Crawl Radio conversation we were not at a bar having a conversation with people working positively for their communities — but at Inwood Park — in upper Manhattan — former home of the Lenape People. Catholic Worker, Anthony Donovan, opens this program as he talks to a group of about 20 people who had joined the
(2024-06-13). Healthcare Waste Project Inception Meeting Concludes in NCR; Highlights Need for Policy Review and Awareness Raising. pressenza.com 
The two-day National Capital Region Regional Inception Meeting and Validation Workshop for the Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management Project (PHCWMP) concluded in | Quezon City yesterday, June 11, 2024, wrapping up the series of meetings intended to validate | and refine the project's strategies. PHCWMP is a 5-year project funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) that aims to reduce the release and emissions of hazardous chemicals in healthcare wastes through environmentally sound practices. | The project will be implemented in Region 2, Region 8, and the NCR by the United Nations | Industria…
(2024-06-13). Gunman fires shots at US embassy in Lebanon. presstv.ir A gunman fired shots at the US embassy in Lebanon and was injured in an exchange of fire with the army.
(2024-06-13). Iran, Iraq 'two main pillars' of security in West Asia: Interim FM. presstv.ir Iran's interim foreign minister says Iran and Iraq are two main pillars of security in West Asia.
(2024-06-13). As US expands sanctions, Russia halts trading in dollars, euros. presstv.ir Russia suspends trading in American dollars and euros on its flagship stock exchange after the US expanded expansions against Moscow.
(2024-06-13). Iran says Gaza plight needs coordinated action by Muslim states. presstv.ir Iran's judiciary chief urges more coordination between Muslims to deal with the plight of people in Gaza.
(2024-06-13). Mockery of human rights: Iran blasts US sanctions on disabled community. presstv.ir Iran censures illegal sanctions imposed by the US and Western governments on the country's community of persons with disabilities.
(2024-06-13). US, UK launch fresh strikes on Yemen's Hudaydah. presstv.ir The US and Britain carry out three aerial assaults on Yemen's western city of Hudaydah.
(2024-06-13). US to send Ukraine another Patriot missile system after Kiev's desperate pleas. presstv.ir The US will send yet another Patriot missile system to Ukraine after Kiev desperately calls for air defenses.
(2024-06-13). US-Mexico border management shift. presstv.ir Following an executive order issued last week by US President Joe Biden, the United States appears set for a major policy shift which could affect migrant patterns across the Western hemisphere.
(2024-06-13). Montreal police use tear gas on pro-Palestinian protesters at McGill University. presstv.ir Police use tear gas to disperse pro-Palestinian protesters gathered at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec.
(2024-06-13). US police arrest eight Tajik nationals with ties to Daesh in Los Angeles, NYC. presstv.ir The United States apprehends eight people from Tajikistan who are believed to have connections to Daesh.
(2024-06-13). Londoners march in support of Palestinians in bombarded Gaza. presstv.ir Protesters in London march in support of Palestinians, calling for an end to the now eight-month war.
(2024-06-13). UN says 3,000 malnourished kids in Gaza dying before eyes of families. presstv.ir UNICEF says unless treatment can be quickly resumed for these children, they are at immediate and serious risk of becoming critically ill.
(2024-06-13). Hundreds rally in Chilean capital to support Palestinian people. presstv.ir Hundreds march in support of Palestinian people during a demonstration held in the Chilean capital city of Santiago.
(2024-06-13). Muslim pilgrims in Mecca pray for ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Pilgrims arriving in Mecca to perform Hajj rituals say they are praying for a ceasefire to end the war in Gaza.
(2024-06-13). Germany's far-right AFD leaders cheer as exit polls published. presstv.ir The far-right Alternative for Germany made solid gains and take second place in EU election.
(2024-06-13). Iran pres. candidate calls for unity among Muslims in support of Palestinians. presstv.ir Mostafa Pourmohammadi calls for unity among Muslims in support of the oppressed Palestinian nation.
(2024-06-13). Study reveals G7 nations could end global hunger with less than 3% of military spending. presstv.ir A recent analysis finds the Group of Seven (G7) countries could effectively solve the global food crisis if they allocated just 2.9 percent of their annual military spending.
(2024-06-13). Poll of Polls: How do candidates fare ahead of June 28 presidential vote. presstv.ir As Iran's presidential election draws near, voters are weighing their options to exercise their franchise in favor of the most competent candidate.
(2024-06-13). Reporters Without Borders Finds Significant "Barriers to Press Freedom" in the United States. projectcensored.org By Mischa Geracoulis Since 1993, the United Nations General Assembly has commemorated the third of May as World Press Freedom Day, reminding governments around the world that press freedom is a human right. It's also when Reporters Without Borders (RSF) releases its annual World Press Freedom Index. Founded on Article…
(2024-06-13). PM Modi heads to Italy today for G7 Summit, first foreign trip of third term. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is headed to Italy to attend a Group of Seven (G7) summit, his first international trip since taking office for the third time. | The Summit is scheduled to take place in the Apulia region from June 13 to 14, and India has been invited as an Outreach Country. The Summit will be attended by seven member countries: the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Italy, Japan, and France, as well as the European Union.Vani Rao, the Indian ambassador to Italy, stated that PM Modi will play a significant role in one of the global platforms, engaging with other world…
(2024-06-13). Kuwait fire: DNA testing underway to identify victims; IAF aircraft to bring back mortal remains of Indians. ptcnews.tv Kuwait fire: The bodies of some of the Indians killed in the fire in Kuwait are charred beyond recognition, DNA testing is underway to confirm the victims' identities and an IAF aircraft is on standby | Kuwait fire: DNA testing underway to identify victims; IAF aircraft to bring back mortal remains of Indians…
(2024-06-13). G7 Summit : 'I am glad…,' says PM Modi as he embarks to Italy , 1st foreign trip after third consecutive term. ptcnews.tv G7 Summit : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday embarked on a trip to Italy to take part in the G7 Outreach Summit, marking his first trip abroad after assuming office for the third consecu | G7 Summit : 'I am glad…,' says PM Modi as he embarks to Italy , 1st foreign trip after third consecutive term…
(2024-06-13). Italia acoge Cumbre del G7 en medio de complejo escenario mundial. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) La Cumbre del Grupo de los Siete (G7) abre hoy sus puertas en el lujoso complejo turístico de Borgo Egnazia, en la sureña región italiana de Apulia, en medio de un complejo escenario mundial.
(2024-06-13). Inauguran exposición ´La patria de la luz ª en museo cubano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) El Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, en La Habana, inaugurará este viernes la exposición ´La patria de la luz ª en el Edificio de Arte Cubano, según anuncia hoy en redes sociales.
(2024-06-13). Cubano Miranda se lleva la corona en certamen de ajedrez de Bahamas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (JIT).- El cubano Elier Miranda se sentó finalmente en el trono del Memorial de Ajedrez Orjan Lindroth de Nassau 2024, en Bahamas, luego de cerrar con acumulado de 6,5 puntos en sus nueve presentaciones.
(2024-06-13). The number of tourists arriving in Iran increases. tvbrics.com 
With the rise in the arrival of foreign tourists, Iran's rank has significantly improved in the world in this respect…
(2024-06-13). India exports pineapples of the highest quality by sea to the UAE. tvbrics.com 
This was a significant step forward in the development of fresh fruit exports from India…
(2024-06-13). BRICS Sports Games open in Russia. tvbrics.com About 4,000 athletes will take part in the competition…
(2024-06-13). Saudi Arabia invests in number of Brazilian industries. tvbrics.com 
Sports, entertainment, and recreation are the most likely sectors to receive funding…
(2024-06-13). Ethiopia signs agreement to build 2,000 medical centres. tvbrics.com 
The project is planned to be implemented in five years‚Å…
(2024-06-13). Thailand officially notifies Russia of its desire to join BRICS. tvbrics.com 
Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa handed an official letter of intent to become a full member of BRICS to Sergey Lavrov…
(2024-06-13). Participants at NDB seminar in Cairo note Egypt's growing importance in international trade. tvbrics.com 
Egypt joined the NDB in March 2023…
(2024-06-13). Closing ceremony of 7th BRICS International Festival of Theatre Schools is held at Russia Exhibition and Forum. tvbrics.com 
The event was dedicated to the 225th anniversary of the birth of Alexander Pushkin…
(2024-06-13). Lula da Silva: We are on track to become eighth largest economy in the world. tvbrics.com 
Brazil's GDP continues to grow faster than projected…
(2024-06-13). Egypt, Iran and UAE join Memorandum of Understanding on establishment of BRICS Network University. tvbrics.com This took place at a meeting of BRICS education ministers…
(2024-06-13). Comrades Ultimate Human Race brings together athletes from BRICS countries. tvbrics.com 
More than 20,000 runners took part in the race…
(2024-06-13). Russian navy fleet, including frigate, nuclear-powered sub, arrives in Cuba. aljazeera.com US downplays deployment, which comes amid rising tensions over Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
(2024-06-13). Australia: Campaign to free Bogdan Syrotiuk discussed on Brisbane radio. wsws.org Mike Head urged listeners to support the global campaign to free 25-year-old Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk, the victim of a political frame-up for his socialist opposition to war.
(2024-06-13). Ukraine's more liberal use of allied weapons complicates Russian logistics. aljazeera.com But observers say Ukraine needs a completely free hand to strike Russian soil if it is to win the war.
(2024-06-13). Joe Biden to sign new security agreement with Ukraine during G7 summit. scmp.com Fifteen countries have signed on, a US official says, in a bid to send Russia's Putin a message that he cannot outlast Kyiv's allies.
(2024-06-13). G7 leaders to kick off summit in Italy's southern Puglia. aljazeera.com Additional aid to Ukraine, the war in Gaza and investment in Africa will dominate the agenda of the three-day forum.
(2024-06-13). U.S. Slams Russia Over Alleged Abduction of Ukrainian Children. themoscowtimes.com An investigation by the Financial Times identified and located four Ukrainian children allegedly transferred to Russia, then offered for adoption.
(2024-06-13). Joy Neumeyer: Moscow's Story. newleftreview.org Joy Neumeyer on Jade McGlynn, Memory Makers and Russia's War. Twin studies, scholarly and less so, of the uses of the past in Putin's war for Ukraine.
(2024-06-13). "His arrest is part of a process to silence all left-wing and socialist opposition": Workers in Canada demand freedom for Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org "Bogdan's imprisonment is a threat to workers in Canada who oppose the war to be quiet, but we will not be silenced. His arrest also tears apart the lies of the imperialist powers justifying their war of aggression against Russia and using the working class of Ukraine as cannon fodder for the predatory interests of imperialism."
(2024-06-13). Ensuring Accountability for Russian Hate Speech — Q&A on FIDH's Article 15 Communication to the ICC. fidh.org
(2024-06-13). Switzerland Hosts Summit for Peace in Ukraine Amid Tensions. devdiscourse.com Canberra, Jun 13 (The Conversation) — This weekend, Switzerland hosts the "Summit on Peace in Ukraine," a gathering aimed at building support for Ukraine's lasting peace strategy. Notably absent will be Russia, dismissing the event as irrelevant.
(2024-06-13). Collaborators and Russian-Installed Officials Attacked Since the Invasion of Ukraine. themoscowtimes.com The ex-mayor of Kupyansk, who surrendered his city to Russian forces, is the latest official to be targeted since the start of the war.
(2024-06-13). Medvedev, Solovyov, Simonyan, and other top Russian propagandists targeted for Hate Speech as a Crime Against Humanity of Persecution. fidh.org
(2024-06-13). Putin Sends Warships To Just 25 Miles From US Coast: Russia Navy Drills In Atlantic Amid Ukraine War. hindustantimes.com Russia's northern fleet conducted high-precision weapons exercises in the Atlantic Ocean while en route to Cuba. Four Russian naval vessels reached Havana port on June 12, putting the US on alert. According to the Russian Defence Ministry, Russia's most modern frigate, Admiral Gorshkov, a hypersonic missile carrier accompanying nuclear submarine Kazan and two other naval vessels, hit targets located at a distance of more than 600 km.
(2024-06-13). Top Russian Universities Raise Tuition Fees. themoscowtimes.com The spike in tuition at universities comes amid persistently high inflation, driven by a surge in military spending for the war in Ukraine.
(2024-06-13). Russian Police Arrest Reported Army Deserter Who Shot at Motorists. themoscowtimes.com Media reported that the shooter was 31-year-old Andrei Dymovskikh, a former convict who deserted the front line in Ukraine.
(2024-06-13). The "Chinese dragon" is awakening, and the "American Empire" is tottering in the sands of the Middle East. uwidata.com China resolves the long-standing debate about its "desire and ability" to get involved in the sands of the Middle East, and there is no longer any doubt that the "silent partner" now dares to speak out and is working hard to become an insurmountable number in the Middle East. I believe that the Gaza war, …
(2024-06-13). Australia: A rank-and-file committee will fight job cuts at Western Sydney University College. wsws.org A meeting of Western Sydney University (WSU) staff and students on Wednesday voted to form a rank-and-file committee to oppose the job destruction and restructuring at WSU College.
(2024-06-13). New UAW corruption investigations expose fraud of "reform" under Fain. wsws.org It has taken little more than a year for the "reform" pretensions of Fain & Co. to be definitively exposed as nothing more than hypocritical lies, aimed at giving a facelift to the UAW bureaucracy's corporatist, antiworker policies.
(2024-06-13). Sri Lankan government pushes electricity privatisation through the parliament. wsws.org The main purpose of the "reform" bill is to open the way for profit-hungry international and local investors to exploit Sri Lanka's highly lucrative electricity industry.
(2024-06-13). Fallout: Amazon's atomic disaster series falters badly. wsws.org The Amazon Prime series based on the role-playing game of the same title, depicts—in a puerile and unserious manner—the conditions in the US 200 years after a nuclear war.
(2024-06-13). US Fed pushes back on interest rate cuts. wsws.org After anticipating three rate cuts over the year back in March, most Fed officials now expect one at most.
(2024-06-13). The National Academy of Sciences issues a damning report on Long COVID in the United States. wsws.org A long overdue report by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine on the state of Long COVID in the US was finally released last week. This exhaustive research and investigation provides a devastating overview of the impact of Long COVID on the population.
(2024-06-13). Postcolonial Resonances in Ghalib's Couplet 'Restrained by Faith, Called by Disbelief'. ummid.com Mirza Ghalib's couplet "Faith restrains me, yet disbelief calls. / The Kaaba is at my back, the church before me" stands as a remarkably prescient text for postcolonial theory.
(2024-06-13). OpenAI, Oracle Cloud and Microsoft Azure Al platform announce partnership. ummid.com Oracle, Microsoft, and OpenAl are partnering to extend the Microsoft Azure Al platform to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to provide additional capacity for OpenAl.
(2024-06-13). Net Zero Averted Temperature Increase. wattsupwiththat.com we estimate that if the United States (U.S.) eliminated net CO2 emissions by the year 2050, this would avert a warming of 0.0084 ‚ó¶C (0.015 ‚ó¶F), which is below our ability to accurately measure.
(2024-06-13). US bill targeting China-made batteries shows lawmakers' growing alarm and differences. scmp.com Legislation meant to bar procurement by Department of Homeland Security advances despite lawmakers admitting a lack of information on suppliers…
(2024-06-13). President Museveni Meets Buganda Clan Leaders. plusnews.ug 
Over the weekend, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni held discussions with Buganda Kingdom clan leaders at State House-Entebbe. The delegation was led by the Minister of State for ICT, Hon. Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo. During the meeting, President Museveni encouraged the clan leaders to disseminate the National Resistance Movement (NRM) wealth creation message to the masses. This …
(2024-06-13). Hollywood Stars Rally Behind Biden's 2024 Campaign. devdiscourse.com Outside a Manhattan courthouse, Robert De Niro ignited a fiery encounter with Trump supporters, labeling them 'gangsters' in a scene reminiscent of his Hollywood roles in 'Goodfellas' and 'The Godfather Part II.'
(2024-06-13). Lionel Messi Declines Invite to Paris Olympics. devdiscourse.com Lionel Messi said he will not be part of Argentina's squad for the Paris Olympics as he is no longer at an age where he can play in every tournament. The 36-year-old Inter Miami forward is currently preparing for Argentina's Copa America title defence, which runs from June 20 to July 14 in the United States.
(2024-06-13). Maritime Tensions: Philippines vs China – A Timeline of Escalating Disputes. devdiscourse.com Relations between Manila and Beijing have soured under Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, with Manila pivoting back towards the United States which supports the Southeast Asian nation in its maritime disputes with China.
(2024-06-13). Parliament's 1st session after 2024 LS elections from June 24. ummid.com Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju Wednesday said the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will be from June 24, 2024.
(2024-06-13). DR Congo's first female PM sworn in, with ambitious 93-bln-USD action plan. independent.co.ug 
KINSHASA, DR Congo | Xinhua | Judith Suminwa Tuluka was sworn in early Wednesday as the first female prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with an "ambitious and detailed" action plan that will cost 92.9 billion U.S. dollars over the next five years. Before the National Assembly, the lower house of …
(2024-06-13). The Wall Street Journal's Left Turn on Climate Change Is Unjustified, the 'Finer Things in Life' Are Widely Available. wattsupwiththat.com Nest time, Emont and WSJ, if you want to warn of climate change driven impending product shortages, you should first check to see whether the products in question are actually in short supply.
(2024-06-13). Thailand: Fully implement the convention on enforced disappearances. fidh.org On the day the International Convention for the Protection of all Persons from Enforced Disappearance (ICPPED) enters into force in Thailand, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), Union for Civil Liberty (UCL), and Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) urge Thai authorities to fully implement the convention's provisions without delay.
Bangkok, Paris, 13 June 2024. FIDH, UCL, and TLHR welcome the entry into force of the ICPPED in Thailand today, upon the Thai government's (…) | – |
(2024-06-13). The elephant in the Zionist classroom. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-06-13). Video: A simple guide to Hajj. aljazeera.com About two million Muslims will be undertaking a once-in-a-lifetime obligation this week with the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
(2024-06-13). Delaware Senate could soon vote on end-of-life legislation. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? This story was supported by a statehouse coverage grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. | A Delaware Senate committee has approved legislation allowing medical aid in dying after terminally ill patients urged members to let it get a floor vote. | It's the first time the state Senate has held a hearing on the Ron Silverio/Heather Block Delaware End of Life Options Act, named in honor of two advocates of the legislation. | "My father, he never feared dying," said…
(2024-06-13). Perry Anderson: Pathbreakers High and Low. newleftreview.org A decade ago, Christopher Clark upended conventional accounts of the origins of the First World War; he has now rewritten the history of the European revolutions of 1848—1849, and proposed a new way of considering their outcomes. Analytically, what differentiates and what connects these two outstanding achievements?
(2024-06-13). SATIRE: BTS's Jin To Hug 1,000 Fans Upon Return From Military Service. theonion.com 
K-pop idol Jin of the group BTS has promised to embrace 1,000 fans in a three-hour-long hugging marathon upon his return from service in the South Korean army, which requires all able-bodied men to serve. What do you think?
(2024-06-13). Kangana Slapgate: There is more to it than meets the eye. ummid.com Kangana Slapgate: The only thing we can make of it is that the whole incident really did not happen the way Kangana Ranaut wants us to believe.
(2024-06-13). Mozambique: Arbitrary arrest, physical attacks, and subsequent release of Sheila Wilson. fidh.org
(2024-06-13). Apple joins AI race launching ChatGPT embedded personal intelligence system. ummid.com Tech giant Apple Monday launched 'Apple Intelligence', the personal intelligence system for iPhone, iPad, and Mac that combines the power of generative models, including ChatGPT, with personal context to deliver intelligence that's incredibly useful and relevant.
(2024-06-13). South Africa reports second mpox death this week. aljazeera.com More than 97,000 cases and 186 deaths were reported across 117 countries in the first four months of 2024.
(2024-06-13). EU court slaps $216m fine on Hungary for not following asylum laws. aljazeera.com Current Hungarian law only allows applicants to submit request for asylum outside of the country, defying EU rules.
(2024-06-13). Oliver Eagleton: Stakeholder Capitalism, Again. newleftreview.org Oliver Eagleton on Will Hutton, This Time No Mistakes. Lessons for the incoming Labour government on humanizing British capitalism, from a proselytizer of Blair's Third Way.
(2024-06-13). Courtesy PMRDA, Greater Pune poised to be a model city for future. ummid.com Under the administration of PMRDA, Greater Pune's urban expansion has emerged as one of the most impressive success stories of planned growth, economic prosperity, and sustainable development.
(2024-06-13). US House holds Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt over Joe Biden interview. scmp.com Garland had refused to turn over the recording of Biden's interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur, whose report set off a political storm.
(2024-06-13). SATIRE: Old Classmates Easily Pick Up Where In Swirly They Left Off. theonion.com 
DAYTON, OH—A wave of nostalgia and dirty toilet water rushing over them, old classmates attending a reunion at Belhaven High School easily picked up right in the swirly where they had left off, sources reported Wednesday. "Wow, it's wild how we can come together after all these years and immediately get back into…
(2024-06-13). French Pacific prepares for snap elections with mixed expectations. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk After the surprise announcement of the French National Assembly's dissolution last Sunday, French Pacific territories are already busy preparing for the forthcoming snap election with varying expectations. Following the decision by President Emmanuel Macron, the snap general election will be held on June 30 (first round)…
(2024-06-13). UN says record 120 million people forcibly displaced globally. scmp.com The United Nations' refugee agency UNHCR said conflicts in places like Gaza, Sudan and Myanmar have forced even more people to flee their homes.
(2024-06-13). Jinja residents protest move of Agricultural Shows to Bukalasa. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Jinja residents have held a peaceful protest against the move by Uganda National Farmers' Federation-UNFFE, to relocation the national students' agricultural exhibition to Bukalasa agricultural college in Luwero district. Led by the Jinja city woman member of parliament, Manjeri Kyebakutika, the residents say that this exhibition is a platform of …
(2024-06-13). Has the time come for Indian Muslims to have own Political Party? ummid.com Perhaps it is time for the Muslim community to chart out a strategy to float a political party of its own, as they have seen that hitching their wagon to the so-called secular parties has not delivered the desired results for the community…
(2024-06-13). 'Cuse Athletics and Micron Team Up for Stem of Sports Academy. urbancny.com 
Announcing the Syracuse University Athletics /Micron STEM of Sports Academy for high school students! | A partnership between Syracuse Athletics and Micron Technology, the one-day STEM of Sports Academy is designed to ignite and cultivate student interest and engagement in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) concepts through the lens of sports. The academy will facilitate an enthusiasm for STEM content blended with the experience of sports in an environment that is engaging, fun and applicable. The STEM of Sports curriculum, which is designed for all interest levels, will use sports as the real-li…
(2024-06-13). BJP's Pema Khandu takes oath as Arunachal Pradesh chief minister. devdiscourse.com
(2024-06-13). Syracuse Fire Department Training Center to Host New York State Association of Fire Chiefs Hands on Training during 118th Annual Conference and FIRE EXPO 2024. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY-The Syracuse Fire Department is proud to host this year's Hands on Training — HOT, as part of the NYSAFC 118th Annual Conference and FIRE EXPO 2024. Instructors from across the country will spend multiple days teaching attendees the latest in firefighting and rescue strategies and tactics. The Syracuse Fire Department Training Division, a state-of-the-art facility located on State Fair Boulevard, will host nearly 500 attendees taking part in the HOT classes. Instructors will cover everything from live fire training to auto vehicle extrication. Attendees from across New York State and beyond…
(2024-06-13). 'Blood Baby' explores queer parenting with dance, theater and installation. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? When Meg Foley first got pregnant 10 years ago, so much in her life changed: her relationship with her body, her social circle and the wider world. As a queer dance artist navigating parenthood, she had questions but not a lot of answers. | "I was grappling with my own questions of, 'What is this feeling that I'm having as a queer mom out in the world?'" she said. "I also was having my own body transition. So I was trying to figure all that stuff out. I knew I was going to t…
(2024-06-13). New Jersey's top federal prosecutor testifies for government in Sen. Bob Menendez prosecution. whyy.org New Jersey's top federal prosecutor testified Wednesday at Sen.
(2024-06-13). Uganda names final squad for World Rugby Sevens 2024 Repechage in Monaco. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda coach Tolbert Onyango has named the final men's squad that will tussle it out in the World Rugby Sevens 2024 Repechage slated for June 21-23 at the Stade Louis II in Monaco, France. The three-day World Rugby Sevens Repechage organized by the World Rugby will feature 12 men's and …
(2024-06-13). Lola Seaton: Good Mistakes. newleftreview.org Lola Seaton on Anne Carson, Wrong Norma. Multi-form collection from one of the most erudite and ludic contemporary poets.
(2024-06-13). Russians Shrug Off New U.S. Sanctions. themoscowtimes.com "Given that we [already] have sanctions and there are basically no trips abroad, we don't need dollars or euros," a Moscow resident said.
(2024-06-13). Boston Celtics control NBA Finals with 3-0 lead over Dallas Mavericks. aljazeera.com Celtics are one win away from winning their first NBA championship since 2008 and breaking tie with Lakers.
(2024-06-13). Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas fails in challenge to rules that bar her from elite women's races. whyy.org
(2024-06-13). This is the biggest match for us in this tournament: Netherlands' Van Beek before facing Bangladesh. devdiscourse.com Ahead of his side's clash against Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup 2024, Netherlands cricketer Logan Van Beek said that the match will be the biggest game they play in the tournament. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Van Beek said the preparations had been good for them before their fixture against Bangladesh and added that the players were relaxed.
(2024-06-13). Sanity gradually returns to Moroto's sub county. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Sanity gradually returns to Rupa Sub County in Moroto district following the deployment of Joint Security Forces. The community, especially in the areas of Nakiloro, had recorded a spate of attacks by warriors who are believed to have come from the areas surrounding Mt Moroto. The armed warriors laid ambushes, …
(2024-06-13). UK's Starmer says 'wealth creation' priority in election pitch to voters. aljazeera.com Labour Party leader rules out any rise in income tax, for national insurance or VAT.
(2024-06-13). Which teams can qualify for the T20 World Cup Super Eights, and how? aljazeera.com What do Pakistan need to do? Can England find a way through? Will rain play spoilsport? Al Jazeera breaks it down.
(2024-06-13). Russia's formidable Kazan nuclear submarine arrives in Cuba under watchful US eyes. scmp.com The vessel will take part in military drills, along with the Admiral Gorshkov frigate, which can carry Zircon hypersonic missiles.
(2024-06-13). Former SpaceX workers file suit alleging harassment, wrongful termination. aljazeera.com Eight former engineers accuse CEO Elon Musk of overseeing a 'pervasively sexist culture' at the rocket company.
(2024-06-13). Odisha's 1st Muslim Woman MLA Sofia Firdous's Rich Profile Makes Wave. ummid.com Newly elected Congress MLA in Odisha, Sofia Firdous, is making headlines after winning the recently concluded Assembly Elections from the Barabati-Cuttack seat to become first ever Muslim woman MLA of the state…
(2024-06-13). Rwanda accuses UN refugee agency of lying in British asylum policy case. aljazeera.com UN lawyers say British refugee deportation plan could see Rwanda send them elsewhere, exposing them to further dangers.
(2024-06-13). FULL SPEECH: The 2024-25 Uganda budget. independent.co.ug 
Excise duty ‚úÖ Increase excise duty on petrol by Shs 100 per litre. ‚úÖ Increase excise duty on diesel by Shs 100 per litre. ‚úÖ Increase excise duty on imported wines from 80 percent or Shs 8,000 per litre to 100 percent or Shs 10,000 whichever is higher Winners ‚úÖ Shs 50 billion for Presidential …
(2024-06-13). SATIRE: What To Know About Steve Bannon Potentially Going To Prison. theonion.com 
Steve Bannon has been ordered by a judge to report to prison by July 1 to serve a four-month sentence after he was convicted of acting in contempt of Congress. The Onion explains everything you need to know about the former Trump advisor and far-right figure potentially spending time behind bars.
(2024-06-13). In Michigan: climate change, bird flu and dairy cows — and why 'none of us saw this coming.'. grist.org 
This coverage is made possible through a partnership between Earlier this month, Laurie Stanek shoveled hay to a group of young black-and-white Holstein cows, just a few among the roughly 200 cattle on her family dairy farm. Located in northern Michigan's Antrim County, she has worked there for almost 50 years now. | The farm day starts early. | "We're out here at 5 o'clock every morning to get started fee…
(2024-06-13). Samsung's 16-layer 3D DRAM gives competitors sleepness nights. ummid.com Samsung Electronics has successfully stacked the next-gen 3D DRAM to 16 layers, twice as many as its competitor Micron, according to the news report from the technology-focused media DIGITIMES Asia.
(2024-06-13). Uganda: Alarming crackdown on environment and human rights defenders. fidh.org
(2024-06-13). Coming soon to a lake near you: Floating solar panels. grist.org 
A reservoir is many things: a source of drinking water, a playground for swimmers, a refuge for migrating birds. But if you ask solar-power enthusiasts, a reservoir is also not realizing its full potential. That open water could be covered with buoyant panels, a burgeoning technology known as floating photovoltaics, aka "floatovoltaics." They could simultaneously gather energy from the sun and shade the water, reducing evaporation — an especially welcome bonus where droughts are getting worse. | Now, scientists have crunched the numbers and found that if humans deployed floatovoltaics in a fraction of la…
(2024-06-13). Moscow Exchange Halts Dollar, Euro Trade After New U.S. Sanctions. themoscowtimes.com The Moscow Exchange index fell by 3.5-4% at the start of trading on Thursday morning, while shares of the exchange itself dropped by 15%.
(2024-06-13). 'Lord Walney Wants to Stop the Public From Acquitting Protesters — to Safeguard Those Making Money From the Issues They Demonstrate Against'. bylinetimes.com 
(2024-06-13). Photos: The world's displaced population equivalent to 12th largest country. aljazeera.com By end of 2023, one in 69 people globally had been forcibly displaced, nearly double the ratio of a decade ago.
(2024-06-13). Violent protests in Argentina over sweeping economic reforms. aljazeera.com Riot police used rubber bullets, tear gas, and water cannons to break up major demonstrations in Argentina.
(2024-06-13). 'Meloni wants to present Italy as the new European face in Africa'. aljazeera.com Meloni, whose Africa development plan has drawn criticism, has pushed for the continent to be a central theme at G7.
(2024-06-13). Oil, Gas, Minerals: How Uganda EITI turned enemies into friends. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | When petroleum resources were discovered in Uganda in 2006, a rift emerged between the government and civil society. It was inconceivable that the government, civil society, and oil companies would meet in one room to discuss how to manage the resource. The situation has "greatly' changed as what appeared like …
(2024-06-13). X starts hiding 'likes' on users' posts. aljazeera.com Social media platform says change will better protect users' privacy.
(2024-06-13). Former Mayor of Syracuse, Tom Young, Endorses John Mannion for NY-22. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY — Former Mayor of Syracuse, Tom Young, has officially endorsed John Mannion for Congress in the NY-22 district. In a statement, Young highlighted the critical need for strong leadership in today's challenging times and expressed his confidence in Mannion's ability to uphold the values of intelligence, integrity, and respect for the rule of law. Young commended Mannion's track record as a dedicated teacher and legislator, always prioritizing the best interests of the community. | "The pillars and foundation of our Republic are under great stress," said former Mayor Tom Young. "More than anytim…
(2024-06-13). Greece shuts Acropolis, schools as it braces for 43 ∞C heatwave. aljazeera.com Greece is one of the European countries most affected by the climate crisis.
(2024-06-13). The Paris Court of Appeal Rejects Functional Immunity of Former Syrian Central Bank Governor Adib Mayaleh. fidh.org Following a petition for the annulment of the charges held by French courts against the former governor of the Syrian Central Bank, Adib Mayaleh, the Paris Court of Appeal has just handed down a landmark decision for the fight against impunity in Syria and elsewhere.
Paris, 6 June 2024. In a ruling handed down yesterday, the Paris Court of Appeal has confirmed the inapplicability of functional immunities in the case of international crimes. The Court refused to grant the immunity claimed (…) | – | /…
(2024-06-13). Bangladesh: Government must work towards abolishing the death penalty. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) joins six other human rights organizations in calling on the Bangladesh government to work towards abolishing the death penalty, highlighting the case of a recent death sentence imposed on a Botswana national after she was convicted on drug-related charges. FIDH, a founding member of the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty (WCADP) and a member of its Steering Committee, opposes the death penalty for all crimes and in all (…) | – |
(2024-06-13). Professor Katunguuka Moots Policy On Shared Education Facilities Among Universities. plusnews.ug 
The Chairperson of National Council for Higher Education-NCHE, Professor Eli Katunguuka Rwakishaya is mooting for a policy that will enable the sharing of study facilities among universities to support their academic progression. Professor Katunguuka prefers that all chartered Universities in the country begin sharing Information and Communications Technology (ICT) resources, physical and digitalized libraries and …
(2024-06-13). Residential Building Blaze in Kuwait Kills 49 Workers. themedialine.org 
(2024-06-13). Bangladesh vs Netherlands — T20 World Cup 2024: Teams, form, head-to-head. aljazeera.com Both Group D teams need a win as they have two points each from two games and nearly identical net run rates.
(2024-06-13). Battle to contain oil refinery fire in Iraq. aljazeera.com Toxic smoke and flames have been spewing from an oil refinery in Erbil.
(2024-06-13). Here's what could happen to UArts' $61 million endowment and its historic campus. whyy.org
(2024-06-13). Reform Party Candidates Continue to Make Richard Tice's Insistence the Party is not Far-Right Seem Questionable — Here's More Examples. bylinetimes.com
(2024-06-13). Dr. Naresh Trehan Honored as a 'Legendary Coronary Surgeon' by Global Congress. devdiscourse.com Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Global Health Ltd. (Medanta), has been recognized by the International Congress of Cardiac Surgery as one of the 'Seven Wise Coronary Surgeons of the Golden Era of the 90's.' The prestigious honor underscores Dr. Trehan's pioneering contributions to advancing cardiac surgery techniques and outcomes. The award ceremony was held in Athens, Greece, at the Old Parliament of Greece, among distinguished doctors worldwide.
(2024-06-13). 'Hai pare sarhad-e-idrak…': The Apophatic Echoes in Ghalib's Couplet. ummid.com The first line of Ghalib's verse gives voice to the truth that the divine essence eludes the grasp of finite human intellect and cannot be fully comprehended within reason's boundaries.
(2024-06-13). USMB cuts ties with Everence board. anabaptistworld.org The U.S. Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches Leadership Board will no longer nominate representatives for the Everence Board of Directors. The USMB Leadership Board announced the decision May 20.
(2024-06-13). Sahra Wagenknecht: Condition of Germany. newleftreview.org Interview with a prominent leader of the German left on the state of her country, currently the epicentre of converging crises—geopolitical, economic, environmental. With politics swerving right under an SPD-led government, flux and refoundation on the left.
(2024-06-13). Open Defecation Blamed for Persistent Bilharzia Cases in Pakwach. plusnews.ug 
Local officials in Pakwach are blaming the persistent cases of bilharzia, a major neglected tropical disease in the district, to rampant open defecation along the river banks. Currently, over 55,000 Pakwach residents are infected with the diseases with an overall prevalence rate of 28 %, according to information obtained from the district health office. Noah …
(2024-06-13). British explorer Ernest Shackleton's last ship found off Canada coast. scmp.com Ernest Shackleton died on the Quest on his final expedition to Antarctica, though the vessel remained in use until it sank in the 1960s.
(2024-06-13). Trial of Russian Playwright and Director Moves Behind Closed Doors. themoscowtimes.com The prosecution had asked for the court to be closed to the press because of alleged threatening comments toward trial participants on social media.
(2024-06-13). U.K. Follows U.S. With Sanctions on Moscow Stock Exchange. themoscowtimes.com London said the new round of sanctions would hit the Russian financial system and suppliers supporting Moscow's military production.
(2024-06-13). JEE Advanced Result 2024 Live: Check Your Score, All India Rank Now. ummid.com JEE Advanced Result 2024 Live Updates: IIT Madras is set to publish today i.e. Sunday June 09, 2024 JEE Advanced 2024 result, All India Rank (AIR) of the candidates, toppers list, merit list and cut off on its official website.
(2024-06-13). Iran's Economy Grows 5.7% in One Year: SCI. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Statistical Center of Iran (SCI) said the country's economic growth hit 5.7% and 3.4% with/without oil included respectively in the past Iranian calendar year (March 21, 2023, to March 19, 2024).
(2024-06-13). Giriraj Singh new Minister of Textiles; Sitharaman, Amit Shah retain portfolios. ummid.com Giriraj Singh, BJP MP from Begusarai Loksabha constituency in Bihar, is the new Minister of Textiles while Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman and Rajnath Singh have retained their portfolios.
(2024-06-13). Indian universities, colleges can now offer admissions twice a year. ummid.com In a major relief for students seeking higher education, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has now allowed the universities and colleges in India to offer admissions twice a year.
(2024-06-13). India's Chess Prodigies. aljazeera.com 101 East enters the high-stakes world of Indian chess and meets players reshaping the game on the global stage.
(2024-06-13). JEE Advanced Result 2024 Out, Ved Lahoti AIR 1, Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com JEE Advanced 2024 Toppers List: JEE Advanced Topper 2024: Ved Lahoti, Aditya and Bhogalapalli Sandesh have respectively secured All India Rank 1, AIR 2 and AIR 3 in JEE Advanced 2024 result of which is declared today.
(2024-06-13). Russia Sends U.S. Reporter Gershkovich's Case to Trial. themoscowtimes.com Evan Gershkovich was accused of working for the CIA and collecting "secret information" about the tank manufacturer Uralvagonzavod.
(2024-06-13). Activists call for recognition of unpaid care, domestic work. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Gender activists are advocating for the recognition of unpaid caregiving and domestic work. Unpaid care and domestic work, which includes tasks such as child, elder care, cooking, and cleaning, fetching firewood and water among others is predominantly performed by women and girls. Despite its critical importance in supporting households and …
(2024-06-13). Conservative MP Andrea Jenkyns has put Nigel Farage on her 'Misleading' Campaign Leaflets and Electoral Authorities say There's Nothing They can do About it. bylinetimes.com A Conservative MP who is sending out leaflets which do not feature her own party name, but do feature Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, will not face any action from the official elections regulator. | The leaflets, which give voters the impression that Jenkyns' is either a Reform UK candidate, or that Farage's party has endorsed her candidacy, were sent out without any mention of the Conservative Party on them. | Responding to the leaflets, independent fact-checking organisation Full Fact described them as "misleading" and warned that "this kind of tactic causes long-term damage to trust in politics". | However,…
(2024-06-13). US expands Russia sanctions, targeting entities in China, UAE and Turkey. aljazeera.com Washington's latest sanctions announcement comes as US President Joe Biden attends the G7 summit in Italy.
(2024-06-13). Museveni donates Shs200 million to Bataka SACCO. independent.co.ug 
Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni Kaguta has again met with Buganda clan leaders at State House Entebbe. The meeting comes despite the contestations from the Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga after the first meeting last year, In press statement from the State House Press Unit, Museveni met with the clan leaders over …
(2024-06-13). The Encyclopedia Project, or How to Know in the Age of AI. publicbooks.org In an age when AI regurgitates the blather of meaningless content, seeking its audience in the attention marketplace, it's a small wonder that it is hard to tell what is really real anymore.
(2024-06-13). Trump campaign opens outreach office in a heavily Latino part of Pennsylvania. whyy.org The pastor opened with a prayer in Spanish, asking that the Lord's spirit and guidance direct the proceedings without offering an English translation. Most of the around 50 attendees were white and weren't appearing to follow along, though they knew enough to sing out "Amen!" at the end. | Thus began former President "We believe in the American Dream and the only way to obtain the American…
(2024-06-13). Zakir Naik arrives for Hajj 2024 as Special Guest of Saudi Arabia. ummid.com Dr Zakir Naik, known for his impeccable grasp on comparative religion, Tuesday June 11, 2024 arrived in Jeddah to perform Hajj as a special guest of Saudi Arabia.
(2024-06-13). Fit to fly? Penn researchers find some temporary cognitive decline among civilians who travel into space. whyy.org
(2024-06-13). Kuwait: 53, including 5 Indians, dead in massive fire. ummid.com At least 53 workers, including five Indians, have been killed after a massive fire broke out in a building accommodating labourers in Mangaf area of Kuwait's Southern Ahmadi Governorate.
(2024-06-13). Armenia to leave Russia-led security alliance, PM says, as rift with Moscow deepens. scmp.com The leader of Armenia declared his intention to pull out of a Russia-dominated security alliance of several ex-Soviet nations as tensions rise between the two allies.
(2024-06-13). Modi takes oath as PM for 3rd term but with reduced power. ummid.com Narendra Modi of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Sunday June 09, 2024 took oath as Prime Minister for a third term but with reduced power as compared to his last two terms.
(2024-06-13). Three MPs Remanded Over Corruption. plusnews.ug 
The Anti Corruption Court in Kampala has remanded three Members of Parliament to Luzira Prison on charges of corruption for soliciting money from the Uganda Human Rights Commission in order to increase its budget. The MPs are: Yusuf Mutembuli MP for Bunyole East Constituency in Butaleja District, Resident of Bweyogerere Kirinya in Kira Municipality Wakiso …
(2024-06-13). Photos: Nomadic Muslims throng forest shrine in scenic Kashmir. aljazeera.com The 19th-century shrine to Mian Nizamuddin Kiyanwi provides free meals every day to visiting devotees.
(2024-06-13). NDA or INDIA, which alliance will survive? ummid.com Neither NDA nor INDIA are morally or legally bound? Whether this 'Memo of Understanding' between all the partners of NDA in ruling party or INDIA alliance with opposition front survive for complete 5 years?
(2024-06-13). 'The system is fair': Pa. voters unlikely to be bothered by Hunter Biden conviction. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? In the 2024 presidential race, it's not just campaign promises making headlines. With President Biden's son, Hunter, snagging How will the lates…
(2024-06-13). Three Kigezi high school students remanded for causing grevious harm. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Three students from Kigezi High School in Kabale district have been charged and remanded to prison for causing grievous harm to a colleague. Those remanded were identified as Japheth Owoyesiga,19, a resident of Rwamucucu sub-county in Rukiga district, Lucy Ainebyoona, 20, a resident of Rwamagara village in Kabale district and …
(2024-06-13). Forcibly displaced population doubles to 120 million over the past 10 years. aljazeera.com One in 69 people worldwide remains forcibly displaced by conflict, violence, persecution and human rights violations.
(2024-06-13). JoSAA 2024 Registration, Choice Filling Start Today: Direct Link. ummid.com JoSAA online registration process and choice filling through the official website josaa.nic.in by the students who are seeking admission in IITs, NITs and other premium engineering institutions on the basis of JEE Advanced 2024 score has started from today i.e. Monday June 10, 2024.
(2024-06-13). Funding the Future: COP29's Climate Finance Goals. devdiscourse.com Nearly 200 countries will try to agree a new global goal for funding to fight climate change at this year's U.N. COP29 climate summit in November in Baku, Azerbaijan.
(2024-06-13). Russia's delinking from the West: The great equalizer. links.org.au 
Dmitry Pozhidaev — In combination with growing state capitalism and the war economy, Russia's delinking has created additional internal investment opportunities and fiscal space for income redistribution.
(2024-06-13). Child Labor Crisis in the Middle East: Urgent Action Needed. themedialine.org 
(2024-06-13). DRC: The EU should proceed with the appointment of the Special Representative for the Great Lakes without further delay. fidh.org Now that the technical process for the selection of a candidate and approval of a mandate for…
(2024-06-13). European elections: Who sows far right policies, reaps the far right. links.org.au 
Miguel Urbán Crespo — The recent European elections have illustrated how adopting far-right policies can lead to an increase in far-right influence and representation across Europe.
(2024-06-13). How Much Warming Would Net Zero By 2050 Prevent? wattsupwiththat.com The immense costs and sacrifices involved would lead to a reduction in warming approximately equal to the measurement uncertainty.
(2024-06-13). Natimba's journey to self-discovery with the Cente Supawoman Club. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Across the globe, efforts to uplift and celebrate the incredible achievements of women echo louder than ever. From boardrooms to battlefields, laboratories to legislative chambers, women are rewriting the narrative of possibility and potential. Amidst this dynamic landscape of change and growth, initiatives like Centenary Bank's Supawoman Club stand as …
(2024-06-13). Legislators, district leaders urged to monitor govt programmes. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Members of Parliament have been urged to work closely with district leaders in monitoring government programmes to ensure successful implementation. The State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Florence Nambozo Wamala, noted that many programmes initiated by government in districts across the county are not progressing as they should be. "One of …
(2024-06-13). Intel's new SoC solution to boost EV innovation, reduce costs. ummid.com Silicon Mobility, an Intel company, Tuesday launched new OLEA U310 system-on-chip (SoC) which it believes will successfully address various challenges Electric Vehicles manufacturers are facing including mainly the high costs associated with advanced battery and e-motor technology.
(2024-06-13). NATO Eyes Crackdown on Russian Agents Over Alleged Hybrid Attacks. themoscowtimes.com Stoltenberg said a meeting of defense ministers in Brussels would discuss plans to counter a "Russian campaign of hostile activities against NATO allies."
(2024-06-13). SATIRE: NASA Polishes Moon In Orbital Rock Tumbler. theonion.com 
WASHINGTON—Marking the first time in history that humans have successfully smoothed away all the unsightly craters of a celestial body, NASA announced Thursday that it had polished the moon using an orbital rock tumbler. "Thanks to the tireless efforts of our scientists, technicians, and engineers, we have tumbled the…
(2024-06-13). UGEAC 2024 last date of application extended, Merit List on June 25. ummid.com Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECE) has extended the last date of application for admission in Under Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling [UGEAC] 2024.
(2024-06-13). SATIRE: God Frustrated After Realizing Gates Of Heaven Too Narrow To Fit Couch Through. theonion.com 
THE HEAVENS—Begging the deliverymen to stay while He figured something out, the Lord God Almighty cursed loudly Thursday after He reportedly realized the gates of heaven were not wide enough for His new couch to fit through. "Are you fucking kidding Me? Wayfair must have listed the dimensions wrong," said God, the…
(2024-06-13). NEMA intensifies evictions of encroachers for wetland conservation. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda has intensified evictions of people encroaching on wetlands as the country strives to protect these specific ecosystems and reduce the effects of climate change. William Lubulwa, senior public relations officer of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), a state-owned environmental watchdog, told Xinhua in an interview late Wednesday that …
(2024-06-13). After the 2024 European elections: Rightward shift with slight headwinds. links.org.au 
Cornelia Hildebrandt — The few successes cannot conceal the continued defensive posture of leftist parties in Europe and the existential crisis faced by individual parties.
(2024-06-13). The Heat: U.S. Politics. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, got convicted on gun related charges. He was found guilty of lying on a form about his drug use during a 2018 handgun purchase. This comes two weeks after Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony charges in a New York state hush money trial. | Joining the discussion: |
(2024-06-13). NEET UG 2024 Counselling likely to be delayed. ummid.com The counselling for admission in various medical courses including MBBS, BDS, BUMS, BHMS, Paramedical and others based on the NEET UG 2024 score is likely to be delayed because of the circumstances surrounding the conduct of the entrance exam.
(2024-06-13). UK PM Rishi Sunak booed, opponent Keir Starmer grilled on TV by unhappy voters. scmp.com Audience questions ahead of the coming elections underscored the everyday struggles of many in Britain and their mistrust of politicians.
(2024-06-13). Kyrgyz Banks Suspend Money Transfers With Russia. themoscowtimes.com Some banks introduced restrictions on ruble conversions due to the volatility of the exchange rate and possible sharp fluctuations in the market.
(2024-06-13). NEET UG 2024: Rahul accuses Modi govt of colluding with paper leak racket. ummid.com Joining the chorus demanding re-examination of the medical entrance NEET IG 2024, senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the Narendra Modi government of colluding with paper lead racket.
(2024-06-13). üî¥ LIVE: Kasaija reads Uganda's Shs72 trillion budget. independent.co.ug 
‚úÖFY 2024/25 is the 5th & final implementation year of NDP3. NDP4 will implement the first 5 years of the strategy for growing the economy 10-fold. ‚úÖThe economy sustained recovery from the effects of COVID-19,growing at about 6% in FY 2023/24,compared to 5.3% in FY 2022/23 & 4.6% in FY 2021/22. ‚úÖPer capita GDP in …
(2024-06-13). Lessons learned from Robodebt RC: Zero NACC unknown culprits: Six. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-06-13). Arshdeep Singh Shines With the Ball and Aims to Excel as Batter. devdiscourse.com Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh, known for his recent exploits with the ball, is not resting on his laurels. He aims to become a reliable lower-order batter and is putting in extra hours with batting coach Vikram Rathour.
(2024-06-13). Niger Court May Lift Immunity of Ex-President After Unfair Proceedings. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Former Niger President Mohamed Bazoum at the Elysee Palace in Paris, February 16, 2023. | © 2023 Michel Euler/AP Photo | Niger's highest court on June 14 may decide to lift the immunity from prosecution of former President Mohamed Bazoum following proceedings that failed to meet basic due process standards. The Nigerien authorities should drop this problematic case and respect Bazoum's fair trial rights.Bazoum has been arbitrarily detained in the presidential residence since last July, when Nigerien army officers overthrew his government in a military coup. In August, the junta aut…
(2024-06-13). 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.
(2024-06-13). Arribaron a Kazán primeros cubanos que participarán en los Juegos Brics 2024. cubadebate.cu Los cinco miembros del equipo de wushu serán los primeros en entrar en acción por Cuba, luego que esta noche participen en la ceremonia de apertura de los Juegos Deportivos Brics 2024. Cuba tendrá también presencia en baloncesto y fútbol digital, la nueva variante que mezcla juegos electrónicos y ejercicios físicos.
(2024-06-13). En la transformación energética de Cuba, una puerta a la cooperación continental. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) Todo el apoyo que la Organización Latinoamericana de Energía (OLADE) ha brindado a Cuba en materia de capacitación, ´para poder enfrentar los retos que tenemos en materia de transformación energética del país ª, fue reconocido por el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, al recibir a Andrés Rebolledo Sitmans, secretario ejecutivo de la OLADE.
(2024-06-13). Estados Unidos no ofrece una explicación clara sobre lo ocurrido con los médicos cubanos secuestrados. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) En el Informe trimestral de evaluación de bajas civiles emitido recientemente, el Mando Militar de EE. UU. en àÅfrica (Africom) reconoce que las Fuerzas Armadas de ese país efectuaron un bombardeo cerca de la localidad de Jilib, Somalia, el 15 de abril de 2019.
(2024-06-13). Cuba trabaja para completar red de estaciones sismológicas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) Cuba cuenta con 24 estaciones sismológicas instaladas en el país y la que completará la red está en proceso de adquisición, declaró hoy a Prensa Latina Enrique Arango, jefe del Servicio Sismológico Nacional.
(2024-06-13). En Kazán primeros cubanos para Juegos Brics 2024. radiohc.cu Kazán, 13 jun (JIT).- Los cinco hombres miembros de su equipo de wushu serán los primeros que entrarán en acción por Cuba, luego que esta noche participen en la ceremonia de apertura de los Juegos Deportivos Brics 2024.
(2024-06-13). Francia presenta candidatos a abanderados olímpicos en París-2024. radiohc.cu París, 13 jun (PL) Las federaciones francesas de los diversos deportes presentarán a sus candidatos a abanderados para los Juegos Olímpicos y Paralímpicos de París, responsabilidad con requisitos que eliminan de la lista a estelares atletas.
(2024-06-13). Comunidad internacional saluda victoria de Sheinbaum en México. telesurtv.net Xiomara Castro dijo que acordó con Sheinbaum "trabajar juntas por la unidad de Latinoamérica y el Caribe".
(2024-06-13). Gobierno colombiano y la Segunda Marquetalia inician diálogos de paz. telesurtv.net Las partes firmantes, representadas por el consejero comisionado de paz de Colombia, Otty Patiño, e Iván Márquez, exnegociador de los diálogos que condujeron al acuerdo de paz de 2016 de las disidencias de las FARC.
(2024-06-13). EE.UU. anuncia que limita las solicitudes de asilo en la frontera. telesurtv.net Su entrada en vigor se producirá cuando el número de cruces en la frontera supere los 2.500 diarios durante una semana.
(2024-06-13). Encuesta: 88,2 % de peruanos desaprueban desempeño de Dina Boluarte. telesurtv.net El informe refleja que un 81,2 por ciento considera que Boluarte debería dejar "cuanto antes" su cargo.
(2024-06-13). Docentes universitarios realizan paro nacional en Argentina. telesurtv.net Si no encuentran una respuesta satisfactoria, los manifestantes han declarado que existen posibilidades de que la semana próxima vayan nuevamente al paro.
(2024-06-13). Líder mapuche Héctor Llaitul inicia huelga de hambre en prisión. telesurtv.net A través de un comunicado, Llaitul exigió la nulidad del juicio y que los recursos presentados hace unas semanas sean revisados por la Corte Suprema.
(2024-06-13). Ataque ucraniano deja tres heridos en Bélgorod, Rusia. telesurtv.net Hace solo dos días esta región rusa registró otro ataque que cobró la vida del subjefe del municipio de Korochanski.
(2024-06-13). Eleva a 22 el número de muertos por inundaciones en Sudáfrica. telesurtv.net Las graves inundaciones han afectado casas que han sido arrasadas por las aguas del temporal, así como carreteras anegadas y árboles arrancados de raíz.
(2024-06-13). Unesco advierte sobre deterioro acelerado de los océanos desde 2003. telesurtv.net La directora del ente, Audrey Azoulay, manifestó que factores como "temperatura, acidificación, nivel del mar: están sonando todas las alarmas".
(2024-06-13). López Obrador asegura que continuará investigación del caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El presidente destacó que "bajo ninguna circunstancia se va a cerrar el caso".
(2024-06-13). Presidente Maduro alerta sobre violencia de la extrema derecha. telesurtv.net El mandatario le expresó al pueblo venezolano que es necesario cuidar la paz.
(2024-06-13). Venezuela denuncia campaña mediática internacional para desconocer procesos electorales. telesurtv.net Jorge Rodríguez advirtió a la ultraderecha que no se permitirá la vulneración de la paz venezolana.
(2024-06-13). Trabajadores de telecomunicaciones rechazan ley de medios en Uruguay. telesurtv.net Los Diputados acordaron que el documento será nuevamente analizado después del 30 de junio.
(2024-06-13). Asociaciones francesas felicitan a Prensa Latina en su aniversario. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) Las asociaciones francesas de solidaridad Cuba Linda y France Cuba felicitaron hoy a la agencia Prensa Latina por el aniversario 65 de su fundación y resaltaron su aporte en la defensa de las causas justas.
(2024-06-13). COI confirma la participación de atletas rusos y belarusos en París. radiohc.cu Lausana, Suiza, 13 jun (PL).- El proceso para decidir la participación de los atletas rusos y belarusos clasificados a las Olimpiadas de París 2024 ya comenzó, confirmó el Comité Olímpico Internacional (COI) en la sesión de su Comisión Ejecutiva.
(2024-06-13). Donald Trump regresa a Washington para confirmar lealtades. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) El expresidente de Estados Unidos Donald Trump, virtual candidato del Partido Republicano (GOP) para las elecciones del 5 de noviembre, regresará hoy a la capital estadounidense para reunirse con congresistas y senadores de su formación en busca de lealtades.
(2024-06-13). Que el Mariel sea, en el Caribe, referencia logística por excelencia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) La Zona Especial de Desarrollo Mariel (ZEDM) cuenta con todas las posibilidades objetivas para crecer en los próximos años, afirmó su directora general, Ana Teresa Igarza Martínez.
(2024-06-13). Presidente Maduro conversa con mandataria electa de México. telesurtv.net Ambas autoridades ratificaron los lazos de hermandad entre México y Venezuela, así como su disposición en fortalecer la Celac.
(2024-06-13). Militares franceses en Ucrania serán blanco legítimo para tropas rusas. telesurtv.net Canciller Lavrov se reúne con su homólogo congoleño en Oyo, tras comenzar este lunes una gira por África para reforzar los vínculos de Rusia en el continente.
(2024-06-13). Narendra Modi celebra su victoria en las elecciones generales. telesurtv.net Narendra Modi necesitará el apoyo de otros partidos para gobernar, algo inédito en sus anteriores mandatos.
(2024-06-13). Impulsa Cuba transformación digital para lograr soberanía tecnológica. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) La política de transformación y la agenda digitales en Cuba son hoy una prioridad para ofrecer servicios de calidad y lograr soberanía tecnológica en función de las necesidades del país y la población, afirmaron autoridades del sector.
(2024-06-13). Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba, música, danza y alegría en España. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) El nombre es simple, Cuba Vibra, el espectáculo supremo, música, danza y alegría, en una de las zonas más emblemáticas de Madrid, la Gran Vía.
(2024-06-13). Continúa debate de reforma laboral en órgano legislativo de Colombia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) La Comisión Séptima de la Cámara de Representantes de Colombia reanudará hoy el debate de la reforma laboral, una de las iniciativas presentadas por el Gobierno al Congreso.
(2024-06-13). Inundación de una mina de carbón en China deja tres muertos. telesurtv.net La tragedia tuvo lugar el pasado sábado alrededor de las 17H00, cuando diez trabajadores se encontraban en la zona afectada. Dos lograron escapar por sus propios medios, dejando a ocho atrapados.
(2024-06-13). Venezuela y China muestran sintonía en agenda bilateral. telesurtv.net La visita es una invitación del ministro chino de Relaciones Exteriores, Wang Yi, miembro del Buró Político del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de China.
(2024-06-13). Autoridades dominicanas colocan a 25 provincias en alerta verde. telesurtv.net El COE aumenta 14 provincias y al Distrito Nacional en alerta amarilla debido a una masa de aire húmeda dejada por una onda tropical en el país caribeño.
(2024-06-13). Díaz-Canel se reúne con dirigentes juveniles y estudiantiles. cubadebate.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista y Presidente de la República de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, sostuvo en la mañana de este miércoles un intercambio con nuevas generaciones, el cual pulsó cómo marchan los acuerdos de los más recientes congresos de la FEEM y la FEU.
(2024-06-13). Presidente del Senado de República Dominicana recibe a Héroe de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) El presidente del Senado de la República Dominicana, Ricardo de los Santos, recibió al Comandante del Ejército y Héroe Nacional de Cuba, Delio Gómez Ochoa.
(2024-06-13). Italia conquista el Campeonato Europeo de atletismo Roma 2024. radiohc.cu Roma, 13 jun (PL).- Italia conquistó el Campeonato Europeo de atletismo Roma 2024, tras la disputa de la última jornada, al ganar 11 medallas de oro, nueve de plata y cuatro de bronce.
(2024-06-13). En Cuba, destacamento naval de la Federación de Rusia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (RHC) Como muestra de las relaciones de amistad y colaboración con Cuba, arribó la víspera al puerto de La Habana un destacamento naval de la Federación de Rusia.
(2024-06-13). Leones de Industriales "rugen" ante Avispas de Santiago en béisbol cubano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (JIT).- Los Leones de Industriales se soltaron a batear en la segunda mitad del juego de este miércoles y vencieron 7×1 a las Avispas de Santiago de Cuba, en la 63 Serie Nacional de Beisbol.
(2024-06-13). Cuba sigue invicta en continental sub-21 de voleibol (m). radiohc.cu La Habana, 13 jun (ACN).- Cuba mantuvo el invicto en el grupo B del Campeonato masculino de Norte, Centroamérica y del Caribe (Norceca) sub-21 de Voleibol, al derrotar 3-0 a Puerto Rico en la segunda jornada del torneo, con sede en Nogales, México.
(2024-06-13). Irán inicia etapa de calificación de candidatos a elecciones. telesurtv.net Tras el proceso de investigación, el Ministerio del Interior anunciará los candidatos finales el 11 de junio, y los calificados tendrán 15 días, del 12 al 26 de junio, para llevar a cabo sus campañas electorales.
(2024-06-13). Venezuela acogerá la Serie del Caribe en el año 2026. telesurtv.net La lista de sedes por año quedaría de la siguiente forma: Mexicali 2025, Venezuela 2026, Hermosillo 2027, República Dominicana 2028 y Puerto Rico 2029.
(2024-06-13). Thailand: Don't Return Montagnard Activist to Vietnam. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Y Quynh BdƒÉp. | © Private | (Bangkok) — The Thai government should immediately release Y Quynh Bdap, a Montagnard religious freedom activist and refugee, and ensure that he is not sent back to Vietnam, Human Rights Watch said today. If returned, he faces a real risk of an unfair trial and ill-treatment by Vietnamese authorities.On June 11, 2024, Thai Immigration police in Bangkok arrested Y Quynh Bdap, 32, the co-founder of Montagnards Stand for Justice, on immigration charges. He is currently detained at the Bangkok Remand Prison pending an extradition trial. Th…
(2024-06-13). Presidente de Siria recibe a canciller de Irán. telesurtv.net Ambos políticos debatieron sobre el estado de las relaciones bilaterales, así como el avance de la agresión de Israel en la Franja de Gaza.
(2024-06-13). ONU condena más de 500 asesinatos de palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Más de 500 palestinos han muerto desde el 7 de octubre en actos de violencia en la ocupada Cisjordania vinculados al asedio del Ejército israelí de ocupación en Gaza.
(2024-06-13). teleSUR anuncia el concurso "Sur Influyente" telesurtv.net El concurso invita a jóvenes, mayores de edad, creadores de contenidos a elaborar piezas audiovisuales de máximo 60 segundos en formato vertical (9: 16).
(2024-06-13). Avistan tornado en cercanías de poblado matancero. cubadebate.cu En la tarde de este miércoles se avistó un tornado en la comunidad La Carlota, perteneciente al municipio Jovellanos, en Matanzas. El avistamiento no pasó de un mero susto para quienes divisaron el fenómeno desde sus balcones. No obstante, las autoridades locales indagan sobre cualquier afectación en las proximidades a esas áreas.
(2024-06-12). When The Powerful Control Public Opinion, Elections Aren't Real. caitlinjohnstone.com.au In a capitalist system, those who control the capital control what ideas and information will be ingested by most people. In a democratic system of government‚Ää-‚Ääeven one with a rock solid voting system and no money allowed in politics‚Ää-‚Ääthis will always give the wealthy the ability to rig elections by manipulating public opinion using propaganda.