(2024-06-27). Germany warns Israel conflict with Hezbollah could spark 'unimaginable' war. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Baerbock said there was a need for global powers to mediate a decrease in tensions in the region.
(2024-06-27). Israel says it can send Lebanon 'back to the Stone Age' as UN warns against war. scmp.com Fears of an all-out war in Lebanon have risen in recent weeks as violent exchanges between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah have intensified.
(2024-06-27). Growing up in Nuseirat — Where Massacres Become Routine. counterpunch.org 
I clearly remember my first day at an UNRWA school in a refugee camp in Gaza. I was five years of age. It felt like my life was over. The distance from Block 5 of the Nuseirat Refugee Camp to the New Camp — located within the municipal boundaries of Nuseirat — was long, exhausting
(2024-06-27). Hezbollah behind 1982 explosion of Israeli HQ in Lebanon: probe. newarab.com 
A 1982 suicide bombing in The explosion happened on 11 November in the port city of Tyre, targeting a headquarters for the
(2024-06-27). Israeli forces conduct overnight raid in West Bank's Jenin; Gallant: Don't want Hezbollah war. haaretz.com Gallant: Israel could destroy Lebanon, but does not want war with Hezbollah ‚ñ Reports: Israel launches airstrikes in Syria and Lebanon; three killed near Damascus ‚ñ Top U.S. official: Working with Israel to resolve arms delays, heavy bomb transfer still halted ‚ñ Germany 'urgently' requests citizens to leave Lebanon ‚ñ Netanyahu hits back at Gallant for calling to resolve U.S.-Israel disputes privately…
(2024-06-27). Israel says can send Lebanon 'back to Stone Age' as UN warns against war. newarab.com 
The border between the two countries has seen daily exchanges of fire between Israeli forces and Hezbollah ever since Israel's war on Gaza began in October. | Fears those…
(2024-06-27). Iraqi militias to fight Israel if it attacks Lebanon, Hezbollah. newarab.com 
Iraqi militias aligned with Iran have declared a state of high alert in response to escalating tensions between Lebanese Hezbollah and Israel, expressing their readiness to In a televised speech, Qais Khazali, Secretary-General of the Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq militia, stated, "If the Americans continue to support Israel and if Israel expands its operations and attacks Lebanon and Hezbollah, then America will have placed…
(2024-06-27). Mapping 7,400 cross-border attacks between Israel and Lebanon. aljazeera.com Hezbollah has warned of a ripple effect across the Mediterranean Sea if Israel widens its conflict against Lebanon.
(2024-06-27). The mainstream media is setting the stage for an Israeli war on Lebanon. mronline.org 
An unsourced article in the British Telegraph claiming Hezbollah is storing weapons in Beirut's airport is the latest example of the mainstream media setting the groundwork for an Israeli war on Lebanon.
(2024-06-27). After Hezbollah Threat, Turkey Attacks Cyprus For Acting As Israel's…: Another Country In War Grip. hindustantimes.com Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that southern Cyprus is acting as a military base to support Israel's operations in Gaza. Speaking with Turkish news channel Haberturk on June 24, Fidan labelled Cyprus as a 'logistics hub' and said, "We constantly see in intelligence that the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus is a base for certain countries in operations targeting Gaza."
(2024-06-27). Palestinians in Lebanon ready to fight if Israel starts war with Hezbollah. aljazeera.com Palestinians in Lebanon believe they will be targeted if Israel intensifies its conflict with Hezbollah.
(2024-06-27). Canada imposes sanctions on prominent Israeli settler leaders, organizations in West Bank. haaretz.com Gazans report 30 killed and dozens wounded in 'massive' Israeli airstrikes in Shujaiyeh, Gaza City ‚ñ U.S. urges citizens to 'strongly reconsider' Lebanon travel, says security situation can quickly 'change' ‚ñ State Comptroller: Israel is not adequately prepared for evacuation of north in case of war with Lebanon ‚ñ Reports in Lebanon: Israeli drone attacked motorcycle in Sohmor, southern Lebanon ‚ñ IDF officer killed, 16 soldiers wounded in West Bank raid…
(2024-06-27). Hezbollah says sharing Israel war rumours 'destroying society'. newarab.com 
(2024-06-27). Anti-Netanyahu Plot In USA With Israeli Defence Minister? Gallant's Trip Before PM Sparks Rumours. hindustantimes.com Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant is on a visit to the United States. Gallant's visit came a month prior to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's impending trip to the US to address a joint session of Congress. According to many, Gallant is in the US to strengthen support for Israel across party lines in anticipation of a possible conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon.
(2024-06-27). Mikati: Implementation of UN resolution key to restoring calm to southern Lebanon. presstv.ir Two Israeli wars against Lebanon in 2000 and 2006 were met with strong resistance from Hezbollah, resulting in the retreat of the regime in both conflicts.
(2024-06-27). 'Returning home': The Jerusalem museum agitating for Jews to 'conquer and settle' all of Gaza. haaretz.com The Gush Katif Museum, an 'apolitical' private venture established by a far-right rabbi and former settlers, is far from frozen in time: A menorah from its collection was 'requisitioned' by IDF soldiers to light in Gaza during the war, while the museum guide insults Arabs and thrills at new settlements in Gaza — and south Lebanon…
(2024-06-27). Erdogan warns West against 'patting Israel on the back' for Lebanon war plans. presstv.ir The Turkish president says Benjamin Netanyahu's plans to ignite a war in Lebanon will lead to a great disaster.
(2024-06-27). 'This belongs to Jews': Israeli balloons warn Lebanese to flee. newarab.com 
Balloons supposedly sent from Israel to White balloons, likely sent by Israeli extremists, landed in villages in southern Lebanon and contained maps of Lebanon showing the distribution of the country's religious sects, as Israeli war planes struck the country. | Many ultra-Orthodox and other Israelis believe the borders of Israel should stretch into Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, and other Arab countries, as we…
(2024-06-27). Israel warns can send Lebanon 'back to Stone Age' as UN seeks de-escalation. aljazeera.com Gallant says Israel can inflict 'massive damage' as UN humanitarian chief says war would be 'potentially apocalyptic'.
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Israel and the American Empire | Matt Kennard, Lowkey, Huda Ammori & Ahmed Alnaouq
An extraordinary discussion regarding many lesser known devious connections between Zionists and the American Empire
(2024-06-27). Deadly strikes hit Gaza as Israel threatens Lebanon. newarab.com 
Six people were killed in an Israeli attack in Ambulan…
(2024-06-27). No closure of Masnaa border crossing between Lebanon and Syria. newarab.com 
(2024-06-27). UN warns of apocalyptic consequences if Israel drags Lebanon into war. presstv.ir EU foreign policy Chief Josep Borell also warns that the region cannot afford another war.
(2024-06-27). Oppose genocide and war! Demonstrate in Washington on July 24! wsws.org The purpose of the July 24 demonstration is to set into motion a new and powerful mass movement of the working class against the Gaza genocide and the global escalation of imperialist militarism by the US ruling class and its NATO collaborators.
(2024-06-27). Sunday 6/30: Solidarity in Resistance: The Palestinian, Armenian and Kurdish Struggles Against Genocide. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2024-06-27). Palestinian prisoners denounce Israel's hunger policy. plenglish.com The systematic policy of famine constitutes one of the tools against our compatriots "since the beginning of the current war of genocide against the people in Gaza," the institution said in a statement, and accused the Israeli Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben Gvir, to push not only that plan but also order crimes against prisoners, including murder through torture and lack of medical care. | The Club warned that "the judicial apparatus of the occupation constitutes the main weapon to reinforce many crimes against detainees and the rations of food delivered to Palestinian prisoners in recent months are n…
(2024-06-27). June 26: 'Axis of Resistance' operations against Israeli occupation. presstv.ir Amid Israeli genocide in Gaza, Palestinian and regional resistance groups continued their operations against the regime and its Western backers on Wednesday, June 26.
(2024-06-27). Liberal Zionism and the woke facade of Israeli genocide. newarab.com 
Israel's Yet Zionism's long-standing settler goals have not only thrived through genocidal aggression masked as "self-defence" with subsequent land grabs as ob…
(2024-06-27). German Foreign Minister Baerbock supports Israel's genocide and war offensive in the Middle East. wsws.org German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's trip to the Middle East once again highlighted the devastating role played by German imperialism in the genocide in Gaza and the escalation of war throughout the region.
(2024-06-27). Liberal Zionism and the woke facade of Israeli genocide. newarab.com 
Israel's Yet Zionism's long-standing settler goals have not only thrived through genocidal aggression masked as "self-defence" with subsequent land grabs as ob…
(2024-06-27). Discredited DSA Democrat Jamaal Bowman loses primary to well-funded challenger George Latimer. wsws.org Bowman exposed himself in the eyes and minds of the working class with his inconsistent opposition to Zionism while at the same time supporting the re-election of "Genocide Joe" Biden.
(2024-06-27). Three Israeli army reservists explain why they refuse to continue serving in Gaza. haaretz.com Yuval was required to torch two residential buildings; Michael realized how many civilians were likely to be killed during every bombing he observed; and Tal broke down when Israel entered Rafah. They are willing to suffer the price for their refusal to serve in Gaza…
(2024-06-27). Facing daily power outages and costly bread, Egyptians are less interested in Gaza's woes. haaretz.com Egypt's prime minister's comments balming a gas malfunction and 'a neighboring country' sparked speculation about Cairo's energy shortage and its ties with Israel. Despite denials, anger in Cairo has grown since the Israeli invasion of Rafah…
(2024-06-27). French court confirms arrest warrant against Syria's Assad. newarab.com 
The Paris appeals court found Assad could be sought over deadly August 2013 attacks on Syrian soil with chemical weapons. | "This is a historic decision. It's the first time a national court has recognised that a sitting head of state does not have total personal immunity" for their actions, said plaintiffs' lawyers Clemence Bectarte, Jeanne Sulzer and Clemence…
(2024-06-27). Netanyahu 'fears ICC may issue arrest warrant' before US visit. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fears that Potential ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant have been discussed at high-level meetings at Israeli ministries, Israeli Channel 12 News reported, with expectations that they will be i…
(2024-06-27). Tuesday 7/2: Hands Off Haiti! Against Imperialist Intervention Everywhere – Teach In. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/handsoffhaiti…
(2024-06-27). Maduro vs. US Election Interference: A Battle for Venezuela's Future. orinocotribune.com 
By Alan MacLeod — Jun 25, 2024 | With upcoming elections scheduled for July 28, the United States is working overtime to dislodge the socialist government of Nicolás Maduro. Ten individuals are vying for the position, including nine in opposition to Maduro, who heads a coalition of 13 leftist groups. | Washington, though, has made clear that its preferred candidate is 74-year-old retired diplomat Edmundo González, and is spending big, bankrolling a myriad of opposition organizations, from political parties to NGOs and media outlets, all with the same goal in mind: ousting Maduro and returning Venezuela into…
(2024-06-27). IMF-Driven Policies Spark Deadly Protests in Kenya. mintpressnews.com At least 23 Kenyan protesters were killed on Tuesday after hundreds stormed the nation's parliament in response to a proposed tax-hike bill, which threatens to deepen the country's cost of living crisis. The IMF's pressure on Nairobi to balance its budget is central to the issue. | Videos of bodies strewn across the concrete and protesters storming the parliament went viral on social media. This follows protests the previous week that
(2024-06-27). Maduro Vs. US Election Interference: A Battle For Venezuela's Future. popularresistance.org With upcoming elections scheduled for July 28, the United States is working overtime to dislodge the socialist government of Nicolás Maduro. Ten individuals are vying for the position, including nine in opposition to Maduro, who heads a coalition of 13 leftist groups. | Washington, though, has made clear that its preferred candidate is 74-year-old retired diplomat Edmundo González, and is spending big, bankrolling a myriad of opposition organizations, from political parties to NGOs and media outlets, all with the same goal in mind: ousting Maduro and returning Venezuela into the U.S. sphere of influence.
(2024-06-27). Houthi: US prestige badly damaged in wake of Yemeni operations. presstv.ir The leader of Ansarullah resistance movement says the US prestige has been badly damaged as a result of Yemeni maritime operations in support of Gaza.
(2024-06-27). How Venezuela Is Overcoming the US Blockade. dissidentvoice.org The future of Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution, a target of US imperial power since its inception in 1998, may be decided on July 28, the date of their presidential election. Incumbent President Nicolás Maduro and seven other presidential candidates pledged to abide by the choice of the electorate. Edmundo González, promoted by the US, and another …
(2024-06-27). I'm a Palestinian from Gaza not a Gazan. electronicintifada.net Traveling exposes how misguided many are, even Arabs.
(2024-06-27). Palestine, Korea and the battle for a new world. electronicintifada.net Israel and America's crusade to exterminate Palestine must be viewed as an attack upon western Asia.
(2024-06-27). Over 750,000 people in Sudan at risk of starvation: Global hunger monitor. aljazeera.com United Nations' hunger monitoring system says famine is a risk in 14 areas of Sudan if the conflict escalates.
(2024-06-27). Widely reported Palestinian father-son 'rape' confession contradicted by piles of evidence. thegrayzone.com Alleged "confessions" by two Palestinians in Israeli custody, who were filmed admitting to multiple rapes, murders, and kidnappings on October 7, do not match the events of that day, are contradicted by copious evidence, and were likely coerced through torture. US and British media are running with the stories regardless. On May 23, 2024, Britain's Daily Mail published what it described as "exclusive" interrogation tapes it had been handed by Israeli intelligence. The Murdoch-owned tabloid claimed the supposed confessions exposed …
(2024-06-27). Houthis Go Hypersonic: Iran-Backed Yemeni Fighters Release Video Of Missile Hitting Israeli Ship. hindustantimes.com The Yemen-based Houthi group unveiled its new 'hypersonic ballistic missile' on June 26. The Iranian-backed rebels released footage of the missile, dubbed 'hatem-2.' Houthis, in a statement, said that this missile was used to strike an Israeli ship on June 25 in the Arabian Sea.
(2024-06-27). Universities in St. Petersburg and Harbin Jointly Launch Courses on Doing Business in China, Russia. infobrics.org Russia's Graduate School of Management of St. Petersburg University (SPbU), China's School of Management at the Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) and the Export School of the Russian Export Center (REC) will launch a joint in-depth course on transnational business between Russia and China…
(2024-06-27). Macron's risky strategy failed: France's political future turning right. infobrics.org France faces its first far-right government since 1945.
(2024-06-27). BRICS+: Towards a New International Order. infobrics.org With Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Iran joining the BRICS at the beginning of 2024, the group now embodies a group of influential states on the international stage, representing 46% of the world's population and 29% of global GDP…
(2024-06-27). Mohammad Ghalibaf – most promising candidate for the post of head of Iran, – expert. infobrics.org Ghalibaf has serious political experience, he is also a successful administrator and adheres to a pragmatic political line.
(2024-06-27). Brazil Considers Russia a Strategic Partner — Ambassador. infobrics.org The BRICS countries have steadily been expanding their economic cooperation, according to the South American nation's envoy Rodrigo de Lima Baena Soares, Brazil's Ambassador to Russia…
(2024-06-27). West responsible for diplomatic failure in 2022 — Ukrainian lawmaker. infobrics.org According to the politician who led the Ukrainian delegation during the peace talks in Turkey, the West failed to give security guarantees to Ukraine, which resulted in the prolongation of the conflict.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). Headlines for June 27, 2024. democracynow.org Kenya's Ruto Scraps Tax Bill in Concession to Youth-Led Protests Following Bloody Crackdown, Bolivian Army Leader Arrested Following Apparent Coup Attempt, Thousands Flee as Israeli Army Launches Ground Assault on Gaza City, Haaretz Reports Israel Prison Service Is Starving Palestinian Prisoners, Thousands Suffer Heatstroke in Pakistan as Temperatures Hit 120 Degrees, Supreme Court Sides with Biden Administration over Efforts to Influence Social Media, Leaked Supreme Court Opinion Would Allow Idaho Doctors to Perform Some Emergency Abortions, Trump and Biden Prepare for First Debate of 2024 Presidential Rac…
(2024-06-27). Gaza onslaught blocks exams, crushes Palestinian students' dreams. presstv.ir The Israeli onslaught on Gaza dashes hopes of Palestinian students who want to pursue higher education.
(2024-06-27). Dutch ministry summons Israeli ambassador over ICC harassment. newarab.com 
The Netherlands' foreign ministry has summoned Israel's ambassador to the country and called on him to explain Dutch officials asked to meet Ambassador Modi Ephraim after an investigation by The Guardian found that Israel had tried to harass, intimidate, and undermine staff from the ICC over a period spanning nine years. | The ICC is headquartered in the Dutch city of The Hague and Netherlands authorities must prov…
(2024-06-27). Israel gives 'starvation' level of food to Palestinian prisoners. newarab.com 
The Israeli Prison Service has drastically reduced the amount of food it has been giving Dozens of Palestinian detainees have testified recently that the Israeli Prison Service has lessened their food rations to
(2024-06-27). Israelis kick off day of countrywide rallies demanding hostage deal, immediate election. haaretz.com Protesters block major highway in central Israel; large evening demonstrations planned at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residences in Caesarea and Jerusalem…
(2024-06-27). Israeli army suspends reserve duty for soldiers detained at anti-government protests. haaretz.com According to the army, a reservist's service is temporarily suspended upon receiving a police report until the end of the case's proceedings, and the reservist can appeal a decision. 'I can't believe that this happens automatically,' said a suspended reservist, Alon Gruzov, who blocked a skunk-water cannon during a protest…
(2024-06-27). Arab League calls to end ocupation and aggression against Gaza. plenglish.com Cairo, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Arab League warned that the end of the war in the Gaza Strip is an urgent need in the face of the humanitarian crisis that the territory is experiencing, and demanded the end of the Israeli occupation.
(2024-06-27). White House brags that it has given Israel $6.5 billion in weapons since October 7. wsws.org Doled out over just nine months, this figure is nearly double the US's typical annual Israel military aid budget of $3.4 billion and will be further supplemented by $14 billion in weapons funding allocated by Congress this year.
(2024-06-27). Israeli court orders Ben-Gvir's ministry to disclose information about unlawful issuance of gun licenses. haaretz.com An Israeli court ordered the National Security Ministry, headed by far-right lawmaker Itamar Ben-Gvir, to provide investigators with documents related to concern that employees of his illegally distributed gun licenses. Police sources say the probe was delayed out of concern that it would lead to suspicions against Ben-Gvir himself…
(2024-06-27). Pro-Palestine protesters march in Ghent, call for sanctions on Israel. presstv.ir A pro-Palestinian demonstration in Ghent, Belgium, attracted a significant turnout of over a thousand participants on Saturday, advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza and urging for sanctions against Israel.
(2024-06-27). Sara Netanyahu calls on U.S. First Lady to demand unconditional release of IDF female spotters. haaretz.com In a second letter to Jill Biden, the prime minister's wife asked the first lady to join her and the mothers of the spotters in leading a coalition to promote freeing the girls from Hamas captivity. The move is part of Netanyahu's somewhat bumpy relationship with families of hostages…
(2024-06-27). Pro-Israel lobbies unseat Democratic lawmaker over criticism of Israel. presstv.ir New York congressman Jamaal Bowman has lost a primary challenge over his vociferous criticism of the Israeli war on Gaza.
(2024-06-27). Dutch Foreign Ministry summons Israeli ambassador to clarify alleged spying of ICC prosecutors. haaretz.com Following the publication of an investigation into almost a decade of alleged covert surveillance by Israel against the ICC and its officials, the ministry's spokesperson said several Dutch MPs had expressed concerns over the allegations…
(2024-06-27). Haredi 'normalization' may solve the conscription problem. haaretz.com Economic pressures are forcing the ultra-Orthodox to become more like other Israelis. What is more Israeli than serving in the army?
(2024-06-27). Israel ultra-Orthodox party 'spiritual leader' rules out draft. newarab.com 
The spiritual leader of a key This week, the Israeli Supreme Court
(2024-06-27). War on Gaza: Battered Shujaiya comes under fresh Israeli assault. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: Battered Shujaiya comes under fresh Israeli assault | Surprise bombardment kills and wounds many Palestinians and forces tens of thousands to flee their homes | | Smoke billows over the Gaza City's eastern suburb of Shejaiya following Israeli bombardment on 22 June 2024 (AFP…
(2024-06-27). 103 Arabs have been killed in Israel this year, as rate of solved cases steeply declines. haaretz.com The Israel Police are 'powerless' in the face of the rise in violent crime in Arab society, a senior Israel Police official says, as homicides have more than doubled in the 18-plus months since Ben-Gvir became national security minister…
(2024-06-27). Hotel in Japan refuses Israeli tourist accommodation over Gaza war crimes. ummid.com In yet another embarrassing moment for the Zionist regime in the Middle East, a hotel in Japan cancelled an Israeli tourist's reservation over war crimes committed by the Israeli soldiers in Gaza.
(2024-06-27). Anti-Semitism: the Far Right Whitewashed by its Support for Israel. defenddemocracy.press By Alain Gresh and Sarra Grira Jan 4, 2024 The episode would have been unthinkable not so long ago: MPs and fans of the far right, some of them fellow travellers of the Groupe Union Défense (GUD) demonstrating side by side with Jewish extremist groups like the Jewish Defence League (JDL) or the Betar in …
(2024-06-27). Israeli forces kill MSF physiotherapist on way to work in Gaza. newarab.com 
The organisation confirmed his killing in a statement but did not explicitly blame Israel. | Fadi Al-Wadiya, 33, was killed along with five others, including three children near an MSF clinic, as he was cycling there. | The father of three was on his way to provide medical care to other…
(2024-06-27). Western media colonized by Zionism. presstv.ir Western media outlets, having been colonized by Israel, misrepresent the truth about the struggle for the Liberation of Palestine.
(2024-06-27). Israel army dog mauling of Gaza woman exposes 'K9 weaponisation'. newarab.com 
Video footage of an The
(2024-06-27). Gaza war limits Israeli cinema's success, but local films continue to win awards overseas. haaretz.com Two Israeli films just screened at prestigious international film festivals, with one — Tom Nesher's 'Come Closer' — even winning an award at New York's Tribeca Festival. But are these merely the exception that proves the rule?
(2024-06-27). The depth of Israel's crises and their impact on the development of future events. defenddemocracy.press By Marwan Emil Toubassi Despite the continuation of the ugliness of the genocidal aggression against our people and its various repercussions, the Israeli occupation state is witnessing the escalation of its multi-faceted crises, and it is experiencing a period of unprecedented political, security, social and economic tension after the events of October 7 until now, …
(2024-06-27). Thousands of Bedouins in Israel's Negev face forced displacement. newarab.com 
In May, more than Now, under the scorching desert sun, tents they've erected next to the rubble of their homes are regularly demolished by Israeli police. | "The police came twice and took down our tents as well. They're not even letting us stay in tents," Jaber Abu Asa, 62, a Wadi a…
(2024-06-27). Protesters clash in Brooklyn as Israeli firm hosts event to sell stolen Palestinian land. presstv.ir New York's Jewish community has been hosting events annually to auction off land in Israel and in West Bank settlements.
(2024-06-27). The Lobby byes US "Democracy" defenddemocracy.press In the US, progressive congressman and Israeli critic Jamaal Bowman lost his primary Democratic race to George Latimer, who received heavy funding and support from pro-Israel lobby groups in New York's 16th Congressional District. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) spent $14m in the district's primary, making it the most expensive race in the …
(2024-06-27). Israel Inches Closer to All-Out Regional War as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Fights for Political Survival. bylinetimes.com 
The Middle East is sitting on a powder keg with As Israeli fighter jets continually roar…
(2024-06-27). Biden Administration Maintains Pause on Bomb Shipment to Israel Amid Civilian Casualty Concerns. themedialine.org 
(2024-06-27). Indigenous People of Palestine and its Real Owners. ummid.com Jews have no right over the land of Palestine. The reason behind it is that this land was given to the Israelites; when they, under the guidance of Allah's Prophets (Peace be upon them!), raised the flag of the Oneness of Allah and remained steadfast on Oneness. When they deviated then their disgrace and humiliation started.
(2024-06-27). Israeli forces arrest 28 Palestinians in raids in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Prisoners' rights group says troops doled out 'severe beatings'; one Israeli soldier killed in Jenin explosion.
(2024-06-27). Canadian university sues own students over pro-Palestine encampment. presstv.ir The University of Waterloo has filed a lawsuit against its students seeking $1.5 million in damages.
(2024-06-27). UNICEF Highlights Severe Child Casualties in Gaza amid Ongoing Israeli War. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The United Nations children's agency, UNICEF, raised alarms over the number of child casualties in Gaza, noting that thousands of children remain buried under the rubble of destroyed buildings in the Palestinian territory.
(2024-06-27). Israel military says soldier killed in Jenin in West Bank. newarab.com 
The Jenin has long been a stronghold for Palestinian fighters, and the
(2024-06-27). Senior Israeli official says Hamas cannot be eliminated. newarab.com 
Hamas cannot be eliminated "as an idea", a senior Israeli official has said, adding that this requires Israel to offer Palestinians an alternative solution in Speaking to attendees at the Herzliya Security Conference near Tel Aviv on Tuesday, the head of Israel's National Security Council,
(2024-06-27). Israeli Airstrikes Kill Two in Southern Syria. news.antiwar.com Israel has carried out airstrikes near Sayyidah Zeinab, an important destination for Shi'ite pilgrims late Wednesday, killing two as-yet-unidentified people. The shrine town is just over 2 miles south of the Syrian capital of Damascus. Syrian state media reported that the strikes originated from the occupied Golan Heights, and that a Syrian soldier was also …
(2024-06-27). Gaza Journalist Shrouq Aila on Continuing to Report After Journalist Husband Killed in Israeli Airstrike. democracynow.org 
We look at the targeting of journalists in Gaza with journalist Shrouq Aila, who joins us from Deir al-Balah in central Gaza. Aila's husband Roshdi Sarraj, a fellow journalist and co-founder of the production company Ain Media, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on their home in October. Aila recounts how Sarraj's shielding of her and her 1-year-old daughter saved their lives. "Everything went into dust, in just a second," she says. As she mourned, Aila continued her work as a journalist and took over Sarraj's place at Ain Media, saying her commitment as a journalist means a "d…
(2024-06-27). Only 400 Yeshiva students in 1948: Israel's military exemptions through the years. haaretz.com Ben-Gurion granted yeshiva students an exemption in 1948, but a decade later asked: 'Is it proper that the son of one mother will be killed in defense of the homeland, while the son of another mother sits safely in his room and studies?'…
(2024-06-27). Israeli documents show expansive government effort to shape US discourse around Gaza war. defenddemocracy.press As the Gaza war rages, Israeli funds target US college campuses and push to redefine antisemitism in US law By Lee Fang and Jack Poulson Jun 24, 2024 Last November, just weeks into the war in Gaza, Amichai Chikli, a brash, 42-year-old Likud minister in the Israeli government, was called into the Knesset, Israel's parliament, …
(2024-06-27). US, Israel cite progress on resolving weapons rift. newarab.com 
Defence Minister Yoav Gallant met top officials over three days in Washington as he voiced…
(2024-06-27). Israel continues bombing Palestinian civilians in Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli regime continues its bloody onslaught on the Gaza Strip by carrying out more air and artillery strikes against the blockaded territory.
(2024-06-27). Yemen releases footage of striking Israel ship with 'hypersonic ballistic missile'. presstv.ir Yemen's Armed Forces release footage depicting their deployment of a "hypersonic ballistic missile" against an Israeli ship in the Arabian Sea.
(2024-06-27). Israel army 'didn't contact' Red Crescent on Hind Rajab killing. newarab.com 
The Hind's killing by the Israeli army caused outr…
(2024-06-27). 'There's no way out': Israeli '80s pop star Adam dies. haaretz.com Adam was one of the great Israeli pop icons of the '80s and early '90s. 'I'm thankful for the wonderful journey in this life,' he said in his last words, which he requested be published after his death…
(2024-06-27). Israeli army officer killed, 16 wounded by explosions in raid on West Bank's Jenin. haaretz.com The blast, which wounded 16 others, occurred while IDF and Israeli security forces were operating in the West Bank's Jenin. Military bulldozers scanned the area prior to the forces' entry, IDF says…
(2024-06-27). Israeli grief specialist: 'We don't distinguish between a child in Gaza and Hamas' Nukhba Force'. haaretz.com Since the war began, mental health professional and author Merav Roth, Yair Lapid's sister and confidante, has been treating people for trauma. Now she fears the disaster's consequences for society: 'The desire to take revenge on everybody is very dangerous for us'…
(2024-06-27). A dizzying pace, then a drop: How U.S. arms shipments to Israel slowed down. haaretz.com Publicly available flight tracking data shows how many U.S. arms shipments have arrived in Israel each month since the Gaza war started, revealing a sharp rise and then gradual tapering off in the pace of deliveries…
(2024-06-27). The Gaza Project: Investigation Details Israel's "Unprecedented" Targeting of Palestinian Journalists. democracynow.org 
Gaza is the deadliest place on Earth for journalists ever recorded. As many as 140 journalists and media workers have been killed there since October, a figure that the Palestinian Journalists' Syndicate says represents 10% of the journalists in Gaza. The Gaza Project, a new collaborative investigation from the nonprofit group Forbidden Stories, finds that at least 40 were killed while in their homes, at least 14 were wearing press vests when they were attacked by the Israeli army, and at least 18 were killed, injured or allegedly targeted by drones. Hoda Osman, a journalist and executive editor of Arab Rep…
(2024-06-27). Israel's Haredi draft ruling: could it topple Netanyahu's gov. newarab.com 
The The Supreme Court ruling means that the government must call up Haredi Jews for conscription, having for decades avoided national service due to their status as religious students. | Sec…
(2024-06-27). Prime Minister's Office accuses Israeli hospital of violating rescued hostages' privacy. haaretz.com 'The hostages were photographed continuously by hospital personnel, their pictures shared without consent, and medical teams disclosed details about their captivity and health conditions,' stated the prime minister's office in a meeting where no hospital representatives were present…
(2024-06-27). Israel launches 'terrifying' invasion against Gaza's Shujaiya. presstv.ir Israel has launched fresh ground and aerial attacks on Shujaiya neighborhood in the besieged Gaza Strip that was condemned by Hamas resistance movement as "a full-fledged war crime."
(2024-06-27). US, Israel cite progress on resolving Gaza war weapons rift. scmp.com Israel's defence minister met top officials over three days in Washington as he voiced hope for quietly working through disagreements with Israel's vital ally.
(2024-06-27). 21 Gaza cancer patients enter Egypt via Karm Abu Salem: source. newarab.com 
Twenty-one cancer patients crossed from the devastated "They will be transported to the United Arab Emirates for treatment," the source, who requested anonymity because they are not authorised to speak to the media, told AFP. | It is the fi…
(2024-06-27). US 'Lyft' driver fired for 'US Jews Say Ceasefire' poster in car. newarab.com 
(2024-06-27). Who are the candidates in Iran's presidential election. newarab.com 
Six candidates – five conservatives and one reformist – are competing in Iran's presidential election on Friday to succeed the late Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash last month. | Here is a look at the candidate list: |
(2024-06-27). Indian MP ends parliamentary oath with 'long live Palestine'. newarab.com 
An Asaduddin Owaisi shouted the pro-Palestine slogan during the swearing-in ceremony for the 18th Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian parliament, as 542 other legislators were declared winners of India's national election. | "I, Asaduddin Owaisi, who has been nominated as the member of parliament, do sw…
(2024-06-27). Iranian Kurdish parties firmly reject KRG's pressure to relocate. newarab.com 
Following a recent visit by Iran's acting foreign minister to
(2024-06-27). Parliamentary elections in Iraqi Kurdistan slated for October. newarab.com 
Nechirvan Barzani President of the "We have decided to set the date of October 20, 2024, for the general elections of the s…
(2024-06-27). Anti-Muslim incidents double in Germany but overlooked by authorities, NGO says. newarab.com 
Attempted arson on a mosque in Bochum that had been These are some of
(2024-06-27). UAE mediates prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine. newarab.com 
The The Emirati foreign ministry said the mediation succeded because the UAE leveraged "its distinct ties and partnership with both sides, including as a reliable mediator among both parties," WAM said. | Earlier on Tuesday, the Russian Defence Ministry…
(2024-06-27). Indonesia's all-girl Muslim metal band heads to Glastonbury. newarab.com 
When three Indonesian teen girls formed a metal band 10 years ago to sing about gender equality and peace over bone-crunching guitars and drums, they could scarcely have dreamed of one day playing at Yet, a decade later, Voice of Baceprot's three Muslim women will become the first band from Indonesia to perform at the world-famous festival in Britain this week, where the headliners include Coldplay and Dua Lipa. | Their set will mark the latest highlight in a wild career that has seen Fird…
(2024-06-27). 'Potentially apocalyptic': stark UN warning if Gaza war spreads. newarab.com 
The outgoing United Nations humanitarian chief has warned on Wednesday that a spread of the
(2024-06-27). Two ultraconservative candidates exit Iran presidential race. newarab.com 
Two ultraconservative candidates have pulled out of Zakani's withdrawal came hours after a statement by the interior ministry confirming the exit of Amirhossein Ghazizadeh-Hashemi, another ultracons…
(2024-06-27). Iran's Rouhani backs sole reformist running for president. newarab.com 
Iran's former president Rouhani, a moderate politician who preceded Raisi in office, said Pezeshkian – the only reformist on the ballot – could "r…
(2024-06-27). Palestinian Brits make a stand for Gaza in UK general election. newarab.com 
(2024-06-27). Former Menendez aide testifies he acted 'unusual' about Egypt. newarab.com 
A former aide to embattled US Senator Sarah Arkin worked as a senio…
(2024-06-27). How Biden-Trump debate could change trajectory of 2024 campaign. newarab.com 
Biden, the Democratic incumbent, gets the chance to reassure voters that, at 81, he's capable of guiding the US through a range of challenges. | The 78-year-old Trump…
(2024-06-27). Over half of Sudanese face 'acute food insecurity': UN-backed report. newarab.com 
More than half of
(2024-06-27). Tunisian soldier dead in attack against patrol: ministry. newarab.com 
A "At dawn, a military patrol operating in Remada, which was carrying out its normal duties in the border buffer zone, was targeted by sudden fire from an unknown source," the ministry said in a statement. | Remada is in the far south of the country. | The attack "resu…
(2024-06-27). From Beirut, Vatican urges Middle East parties to accept peace plans. newarab.com 
"The Middle East is going through a critical moment," Parolin told a press conference in The Holy See "asks for peace proposals to be welcomed, so that fighting stops on each side, so hostages in G…
(2024-06-27). Trump, Biden gird for historic US presidential debate. newarab.com 
Thursday's showdown will raise the campaigning to boiling point, with both camps recently escalating their increasingly personal attacks. | "I think I have been pre…
(2024-06-27). Let Julian Assange's freedom not be a defeat for what he started. newarab.com 
In the lead-up to the Julian was incensed by the madness of a capitalist system willing to use war to subordinate people for the sole reason of profit. Furthermore, because of the hard-won emergence of democracy, rulers of the system now use their corporate privacy and the idea of state secrecy to prevent the masses of people from knowing the reason for the periodic crises that visit them in cycles…
(2024-06-27). From fighting boys to Saudi Olympic history for female taekwondo star. newarab.com 
Saudi taekwondo standout Now the 27-year-old has become the first Saudi woman to qualify for the Olympics and is dreaming of bringing home the Gulf kingdom's first gold medal when she competes in Paris. | Though her smiling face today appears on posters and billboards, underscoring Saudi officials' recent push to champion women's athletics, the Jeddah native had much humbler…
(2024-06-27). Euro 2024: Morocco's diaspora stars caught between two homelands. newarab.com 
(2024-06-27). Muslims in rural England consider Gaza in UK general election. newarab.com 
For British Muslims living in rural England and The governing
(2024-06-27). Egypt churches open for all students before exams amid blackouts. newarab.com 
Several Coptic Orthodox churches in Egypt have in recent days opened air-conditioned halls, amid The move is believed to have first been jointly initiated by seven Coptic Orthodox Churches in the Mediterranean City of
(2024-06-27). Life and struggles in Jordan's Palestinian refugee camps. newarab.com 
With damp, narrow streets and houses low and tightly packed together, the Palestinian refugee camp of It was built in 1955 by
(2024-06-27). Tunisian protesters call for decriminalising homosexuality. newarab.com 
About 60 protesters and LGBTQ activists demonstrated on Wednesday in The protest came days after two people were arrested and sentenced to two years in prison on May 19 under Article 230 of the country's penal code, which also allows the authorities to conduct anal tests. | "Down with the anal test, down with colonial laws," chanted the demonstrators, who were also marking the world day against…
(2024-06-27). NATO chief expects US to stay 'strong ally' whoever wins election. newarab.com 
NATO chief "I expect that regardless of the outcome of the US elections, the US will remain a strong NATO al…
(2024-06-27). Bolivian army chiefs arrested after coup attempt. newarab.com 
Two The troops and tanks entered Plaza Murillo, a historic square where the presidency and Congress are situated, in the afternoon, prompting global condemnation of an attack on democracy. | One of the tanks tried to break down a metal door of the presidential palace. | Surrounded by s…
(2024-06-27). Egypt jails man for 3 years for wearing 'anti-torture' T-shirt. newarab.com 
An Egyptian man was sentenced on Wednesday to three years in prison for wearing a T-shirt calling for an end to Mahmoud Hussein was originally arrested on 25 January 2014, while protesting to mark the third anniversary He was held fo…
(2024-06-27). Death Toll in Anti-Tax Protests Climbs to 23 in Kenya as Defense Chief Sued Over Military Deployment. orinocotribune.com 
Kenya's largest hospital only handling bullet wound surgeries amid ongoing unrest, medical official tells Anadolu | The death toll from anti-tax protests in Kenya has reached 23, with 20 others in critical condition awaiting surgeries, according to the Kenya Medical Association. | Six patients are currently undergoing operations at Kenyatta National Hospital, the largest medical facility in East Africa. | "The situation room across the country, but mainly in Nairobi, has recorded a total of 23 deaths," the association head Simon Kigondu told Anadolu. | "Many people have been injured and were rushed to various hos…
(2024-06-27). Why Washington's Plans To Turn Taiwan Strait Into 'Hellscape' Are Fundamentally Flawed. orinocotribune.com By Brian Berletic — Jun 24, 2024 | The Washington Post in an opinion And even as the Washington Post attempts to sell this strategy as plausible, it itself calls…
(2024-06-27). How (Mis)Information About China Affects Iran's Presidential Elections. orinocotribune.com By Nahid Poureisa — Jun 26, 2024 | The "Look East" policy is a much-needed alternative for West Asia in its approach to the global order. | China's influence extends far beyond its status as the world's second-largest economy. Reformists, neoliberals, and the Rouhanist factions have often attempted to downplay China's distinct and influential characteristics. They tend to depict China primarily as a nation that avoids conflict with the United States, simplifying its image to fit this narrow perspective. However, such a reductionist view fails to capture the multifaceted nature of China's identity and achieve…
(2024-06-27). Bolivian People Neutralize Military Coup Attempt, Venezuela Fully Supports President Arce. orinocotribune.com 
Bolivian President Luis Arce has appointed new general commanders of the Army, Aviation, and Navy, following the coup d'état that soldiers under the command of Army Commander General José Zúñiga attempted to enact, and Zúñiga's subsequent dismissal. | Thousands of people from social movements took over Plaza Murillo to resist the coup this Wednesday, June 26, and President Arce came out to give them his support. The military, who had taken the Murillo plaza with tanks, withdrew after the new commanding general, José Wilson Sánchez Velásquez, ordered them to return to his command. | The president of Venezuela, Nic…
(2024-06-27). Venezuela and Latin America Condemns Reckless Failed Coup Attempt in Bolivia. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( During the afternoon hours of this Wednesday, June 26, the Bolivian people and the democratic government, led by Luis Arce, neutralized a coup attempt led by the former Army High Commander José Zúñiga, who had been removed from his position prior to the coup attempt following political statements against the re-election of former Pre…
(2024-06-27). The Travesty Of Listing IRGC, The Biggest Anti-Terror Force, As 'Terrorist Entity'. popularresistance.org Canada's decision to blacklist Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a "terrorist entity" aligns with a series of politically motivated actions against Tehran by many Western states in recent years. | This designation — of the world's most powerful and respected anti-terror force — is not only disconnected from reality but also violates international norms by interfering with a sovereign nation. | The IRGC has not only provided security for Iranians by safeguarding the country's borders from various threats but has also protected West Asia and the world from the scourge terrorism, including…
(2024-06-27). Norwegian Fund Drops Stake In US Construction Giant. popularresistance.org Norway's largest private pension fund, Kommunal Landspensjonskasse Gjensidig Forsikringsselska (KLP), has dropped its stake in US construction giant Caterpillar Inc, citing "concerns" the company is contributing to the destruction of Palestinian homes in the occupied West Bank. | "Although Caterpillar has shown itself willing to engage in a dialogue with KLP, the company's responses failed to credibly substantiate its ability to actually reduce the risk of violating the rights of individuals in situations of war or conflict, or of violating international law," Kiran Aziz, the firm's head of responsible investment…
(2024-06-27). Detroit Wayne State U Faculty/Staff For Justice In Palestine Formed. popularresistance.org On June 4, hundreds of students, faculty, alumni and community members rallied on the campus of Wayne State University located in the Midtown District of Detroit. The purpose of the gathering was to send a clear message to the recently appointed President Kimberly Andrews Espy who ordered a Palestine solidarity encampment raided and destroyed by campus police on May 30. | Metropolitan Detroit embodies the largest population of people of Arab and Middle Eastern descent in the United States. Consequently, many people within this community have direct familial and linguistic ties to the people most impacted by the s…
(2024-06-27). Putin — Behind The Shoji. popularresistance.org The Russian president's time in Pyongyang and Hanoi gave clear evidence of the turn away from the West that Lavrov, the country's foreign minister, announced at the start of the year. | It is never a good idea to turn to corporate media for an understanding of Vladimir Putin — his thoughts, his intentions, what he does and the outcome of what he does. Whenever the Russian president is the topic, you are always going to get reports so distorted as to obscure vastly more than they reveal. | This pervasively Western—centric work makes it impossible, for anyone who relies solely on it, to see either the R…
(2024-06-27). Greenpeace Turns To Italy's Highest Court In Lawsuit Against Oil Giant Eni. popularresistance.org Italy's Supreme Court will decide on a landmark lawsuit brought by Greenpeace Italy and advocacy group ReCommon against oil and gas company Eni, according to the two groups. | Both nonprofits said on June 21 that their Supreme Court appeal was to expedite the trial, by showing that the Italian judiciary is the right jurisdiction to decide on climate lawsuit cases like this one. | "The climate crisis fueled by fossil fuel companies is here. We have seen it with soaring temperatures, we see it with extreme weather events." Simona Abbate of Greenpeace Italy said in a press briefing. "We want immediate action to be t…
(2024-06-27). The Congolese People Proclaim: The Congo Is Not For Sale! popularresistance.org The people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo continue to face paramilitary attacks against refugee camps and health centers, as the extraction of Congolese natural resources continues to produce unfettered conflict. Paramilitary conflict in the country has resulted in the displacement of seven million Congolese people, with more constantly forced to flee. | In light of the ongoing violence in the DRC, the Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research has published new dossier entitled, "The Congolese Fight for Their Own Wealth," in recognition of the need for a better understanding of the colonial and imper…
(2024-06-27). Experts Warn Julian Assange Plea Deal Could Set Dangerous Precedent. popularresistance.org The next UK government must push the US for reassurance it will not pursue journalists for publishing classified information, human rights organisations and experts have argued after the release of Julian Assange. | Experts have warned that the plea deal struck between the WikiLeaks founder and the US authorities — which will see him plead guilty to one charge under the Espionage Act, but avoid serving any additional time in custody — could set a dangerous precedent. | Assange, who has battled his extradition to the US since WikiLeaks published more than 250,000 leaked classified military and diplomat…
(2024-06-27). AFGJ Strongly Condemns The Attempted Military Coup In Bolivia. popularresistance.org Alliance for Global Justice congratulates the Arce Administration for its swift action to restore popular democracy in Bolivia just hours after its National Army surrounded the Palacio Quemado with tanks and armored vehicles during a Cabinet meeting, calling for the resignation of the President and the entire Cabinet. The effort was led by Commander Juan José Zúñiga Macías, now under arrest, who had also made a series of threats against former president Evo Morales. | Popular movements quickly took to the streets en masse across the country to defend Bolivia's democracy, shouting "Lucho is not alone!" and "stop t…
(2024-06-27). U.S. denies aircraft carrier attack claim. ecns.cn Amid questioning surrounding attacks by Yemen's armed Houthi group, the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower arrived in Souda Bay, Greece, on Tuesday, heading home after eight months in the Red Sea.
(2024-06-27). Jun 27, 2024. sitrepworld.info 
Julie Fowlis — Hug Air a' Bhonaid Mhoir (Scottish Gaelic) Julian Assange: Free at Last, But Guilty of Practicing Journalism, by Pepe Escobar MoA: #FreeAssange Has Achieved Its Purpose America's Dark Day, by Scott Ritter It Was the Media, Led by the Guardian, That Kept Julian Assange Behind Bars, by Jonathan Cook Assange signed to a lie, killing civilians cost US $3 million, by Don Hank Hell, Maybe ANYTHING Is Possible, by Caitlin Johnstone Maria Zakharova's Assange Answer at the St. Petersburg Int'l Legal Forum by Karl Sanchez We're all freer now, by Don Hank The Supreme Court Punts on…
(2024-06-27). Biden going to Allow U.S. Military Contractors in Ukraine? Plus, Two New Podcasts. sonar21.com 
Whenever you see a story like the one CNN ran yesterday — claiming Biden is weighing whether to give approval for U.S. military contractors to go to Ukraine — you need to ask, why are they publishing this? Here's the The Biden administration is moving toward lifting a de facto ban on American military contractors deploying to
(2024-06-27). Sudan: UN experts say warring parties using starvation as weapon of war. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-06-27). DINA: Pinochet's Directorate for Murder and Torture. counterpunch.org 
"There are three sources of power in Chile: Pinochet, God and DINA." — Chilean intelligence officer, remarks to a US military attaché, 1974 Decree 521 of the Chilean government of June 18, 1974, was a chilling moment in the country's convulsed history. With the state now in the pathologically disturbed hands of a military dictatorship steered by
(2024-06-27). More Than 10 Years Later, the Senate Torture Report Is Still Secret. theintercept.com
(2024-06-27). Stonewall 1969 — second night: 'Liberate Christopher Street!'. workers.org 
Stonewall Rebellion veteran Marsha P. Johnson, left, New York City Pride march, June 27, 1982. This article by Leslie Feinberg, a lesbian transgender and Jewish communist and a managing editor of Workers World, was first published July 24, 2006, as part 69 of the series "Lavender and Red." The 10th . . . |
(2024-06-27). PDF of June 27 issue. workers.org 
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(2024-06-27). 'Hellscape' remarks send 'dangerous signal'. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland said on Wednesday that the true intention of the United States is to destroy Taiwan for its own interests, after a top U.S. admiral claimed that the U.S. plans to turn the Taiwan Strait into "hellscape" if the mainland "invades" the island.
(2024-06-27). Decoupling result of U.S.' China policy. ecns.cn Capital market decoupling between the United States and China is occurring to some extent, and U.S. restrictions targeting China have played a significant role, experts said.
(2024-06-27). Gaokaotaker urged to lower sights after 16th attempt. ecns.cn Two people who have taken China's national college entrance exam, known as the gaokaoin Chinese, more than a dozen times received mixed results this year.
(2024-06-27). Parent-child tourism takes off in big way. ecns.cn Chinese parents are booking more domestic and outbound research as well as study tours this summer compared to the same period last year, and the market is set to embrace a golden period of growth, industry players said.
(2024-06-27). Experts highlight indisputable South China Sea sovereignty. ecns.cn Scholars reiterated China's historical claims to the islands in the South China Sea at a workshop in Haikou, Hainan province, on Tuesday, asserting that the country has held indisputable sovereignty over the territories since ancient times.
(2024-06-27). Insights | European professor: China can be a very powerful supply network. ecns.cn "China is a huge market and it can form a very powerful supply network if other countries are allowed to participate in the AI market," said Dominique Turpin, European President and Professor of Marketing at CEIBS, in a recent interview with China News Network at the 2024 Summer Davos, which opened on Tuesday in Dalian, Northeast China's Liaoning Province.
(2024-06-27). China urges EU to stop listing Chinese firms in sanctions. ecns.cn China on Wednesday urged the European Union to unconditionally cease the inclusion of Chinese enterprises on its sanctions list.
(2024-06-27). Intellectual property talent pool bolstered in China. ecns.cn China's intellectual property workforce has grown significantly, with the number of professionals reaching 860,000 by the end of last year, up more than 24 percent from late 2020 and highlighting the country's commitment to fostering a robust IP ecosystem.
(2024-06-27). 8th China-Eurasia Expo opens in China's Xinjiang. ecns.cn
(2024-06-27). (W.E. Talk) Scholar: On the road to building an ecological civilization, China is walking hard but with no regrets. ecns.cn In the recent W.E. Talk interview with China News Service, Wang Zhen, professor of the United Front Theory Department at the Central Institute of Socialism, said that in the face of the ecological and environmental crisis, all humankind is a community of destiny that thrives on both prosperity and loss, so only by joining hands and transcending the boundaries of countries, ethnic groups, cultures and ideologies and by promoting the building of a community of destiny for humankind at the level of humankind as a whole can we effectively respond to the global environmental problems.She also emphasized that China is…
(2024-06-27). Infrastructure investment to speed ahead in Q3. ecns.cn Investments in infrastructure are expected to accelerate in the third quarter, supported by increased local bond issuances, market analysts said.
(2024-06-27). Urban rejuvenation in Shanghai gathers pace. ecns.cn Shanghai has undertaken a regeneration campaign that includes transforming urban villages and renovating blighted areas.
(2024-06-27). Brazil opens new consulate general in Chengdu. ecns.cn The Consulate General of Brazil in Chengdu officially opened on Thursday with consular districts covering Chongqing City as well as Sichuan, Guizhou, Yunnan, and Shaanxi provinces.
(2024-06-27). Water level of Liujiang River rises to 82.84 meters in SW China's Guangxi. ecns.cn
(2024-06-27). China's lunar mission generates hope for collaboration with U.S. ecns.cn Excluded from U.S. space projects, China's historic feat of successfully retrieving the first-ever samples from the far side of the moon has ignited discussions about the U.S. approach, which experts said should focus on inclusion rather than exclusion.
(2024-06-27). Chinese firms in U.S. upbeat amid dropoff. ecns.cn Despite facing a "significant performance downturn" last year, Chinese companies operating in the United States expect rising revenue trends in the long term, according to a survey.
(2024-06-27). Chinese TV dramas venturing into global markets. ecns.cn Chinese TV dramas are venturing into the international markets, said a group of experts from production, distribution firms and broadcast platforms in Shanghai.
(2024-06-27). China's Chang'e-6 mission generates hope for collaboration with U.S. ecns.cn Excluded from U.S. space projects, China's historic feat of successfully retrieving the first-ever samples from the far side of the moon has ignited discussions about the U.S. approach, which experts said should focus on inclusion rather than exclusion.
(2024-06-27). Old millet given modern twists in Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn From delicious mooncakes and crispy snacks to millet-themed museums, Aohan Banner in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region — known for discovering the world's oldest millet — is transforming this ancient grain into trendy, modern products.
(2024-06-27). Navigating college admissions another challenge for students. ecns.cn China's grueling national college entrance exam, the gaokao, may have concluded, but the pressure is far from over.
(2024-06-27). Insights丨UN Resident Coordinator to China: Multilateral system needs China for new momentum and opportunity. ecns.cn
(2024-06-27). CPC leadership to hold reform-themed plenum on July 15-18. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) will convene the third plenary session of its 20th central committee on July 15 in Beijing.
(2024-06-27). Comicomment: U.S. turns itself into a global 'drug den'. ecns.cn The root causes of the drug epidemic in the United States are the country's own weak capabilities and ineffective control. On the other hand, interest groups use partisanship and money politics to conduct political bribery to push for the legalization of marijuana.
(2024-06-27). 3-way FTA talks back on agenda. ecns.cn Negotiations for the FTA have stalled since 2019, but the elusive trade deal was cast into the spotlight again in late May at a trilateral summit — the first in four years — attended by leaders from China, Japan, and South Korea in Seoul.
(2024-06-27). CDC warns of elevated dengue fever risk. ecns.cn The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a health advisory alerting authorities, healthcare providers and the public of the increased risk of dengue fever infections in the United States as the highest number of cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease have been reported in some countries of the Americas.
(2024-06-27). CHINADA Statement against the Politicization of the TMZ Contamination Case involving Chinese Swimmers. ecns.cn China Anti-Doping Agency (CHINADA) has noted the serious misrepresentations made by the CEO of the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) at a congressional hearing in the United States. During the hearing, the USADA CEO, as always, talking out of context with emotional and political rhetoric and mere preconceptions, made hostile attacks on China's anti doping work, accused the Chinese athletes of intentional doping without any factual basis, and vilified CHINADA and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) for jointly "covering up" the positive tests of the Chinese swimmers.
(2024-06-27). Taiyuan aims to build key cultural, tourism destination. ecns.cn Taiyuan, the capital of Shanxi province, has been promoting the deep integration of culture and tourism and improving the quality of services in sectors such as catering, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, shopping and entertainment in recent years, said the city's top official.
(2024-06-27). Insights | WEF expert: China's 'lighthouse factories' digitalize its manufacturing industry. ecns.cn "We do see China continue to play a major and leading role when it comes to the industrial space and global supply chains," said Francisco Betti, member of the Executive Committee and heads the Global Industries Team of the World Economic Forum (WEF).
(2024-06-27). CPC expels former Chinese defense minister Wei Fenghe. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) leadership on Thursday decided to expel former defense minister Wei Fenghe from the Party for serious violation of Party discipline and the law.
(2024-06-27). Insights | WEF expert: China's innovation to shape global energy markets. ecns.cn It's exciting to see a lot of innovation coming out of China, said Espen Mehlum, Energy Transition Intelligence and Regional Acceleration, World Economic Forum (WEF), at the 2024 Summer Davos meeting in Dalian, Liaoning Province.
(2024-06-27). Dedicated teacher brings music to remote Hunan. ecns.cn Every Tuesday, music teacher Wen Jin goes to Miaoxi Primary School, located in a mountainous village in Hengyang county of Hengyang, Hunan province, to provide lessons and help students practice for the school band.
(2024-06-27). Judicial system steps up fight against drug abuse. ecns.cn China's judicial system is stepping up efforts to combat drug abuse, with a particular focus on emerging threats of narcotic and psychotropic substances, and the protection of minors.
(2024-06-27). Trips to Europe hot draws in summer season. ecns.cn Chinese travelers have shown great enthusiasm for trips to Europe this summer, fueled by sporting events like the UEFA Euro 2024 and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, industry players said.
(2024-06-27). China to push ahead with 5G-A deployments. ecns.cn China will step up efforts to commercialize 5G Advanced, or 5G-A, technologies, which will help accelerate the application of artificial intelligence in more sectors and pave the way for identifying key 6G technologies, officials and company executives said on Wednesday.
(2024-06-27). CPC expels former Chinese defense minister Li Shangfu. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) leadership on Thursday decided to expel former defense minister Li Shangfu for serious violation of Party discipline and the law.
(2024-06-27). A look inside China: Is this the most sovereign country on Earth? indybay.org Journalist Ben Norton discusses his experience living in China. | China went through a partial colonialization, a century of humiliation. | China is responsible for 3/4 of all poverty reduction and has lifted 800 million out of extreme poverty…
(2024-06-27). Assange release heralds dark legacy for press freedom. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-06-27). Free trade frenzy: the hidden costs of South Asia's economic gamble. cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). The ETERNAL Norita! cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). India : Analysis of Budget 2024—25, Part 1: Declining Budget Outlay. cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). The Pact on Migration and Asylum: another step forward for necropolitics in Europe. cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). France: With the New Popular Front against the deadly fascist threat! cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). Joining forces with the social movement. cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). The World Bank and IMF have set their sights on East Timor, a state officially born in May 2002. 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 (…) | – | / |
(2024-06-27). Climate and environmental crisis: Sorcerer's apprentices at the World Bank and the IMF. cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). Dark clouds over Europe with a few sunny patches. cadtm.org
(2024-06-27). CEPR Statement: Disadvantaged Communities Need the Workforce Promotion and Access (WPA) Act. cepr.net Washington DC — CEPR's Director of Race and Economic Justice Algernon Austin welcomed the introduction of the Workforce Promotion and Access Act (WPA Act) into Congress earlier this month. "The country is in a period of historically low unemployment, but it is important to acknowledge that the national average hides the fact that many places …
(2024-06-27). Canada Fails to Uphold Binding International Law. counterpunch.org 
The Canadian government repeatedly tells the world that Canada upholds an international rules-based order that is the basis of democracy. What the Canadian government says is not true. The evidence that it is not true is indisputable. There is widespread concern that social media is putting out misinformation, that this practice is dangerous and harmful
(2024-06-27). Assange's Freedom Is Also Ours: To Tell the Truth. counterpunch.org 
After 12 years — including five years of solitary confinement at Belmarsh Prison in London — Julian Assange is free. God bless America! He wasn't extradited to the U.S. to stand trial, where he faced a sentence of 170 years in prison for violating the so-called Espionage Act. Instead, he took a plea deal with
(2024-06-27). Debate Doping: Tour de CNN. counterpunch.org 
Finally, a political development that gets me excited: American politics are going the way of the Tour de France. For years I have watched the debates and other campaign events, and as the candidates have crossed the finish line, I have wondered: "No way they did that on bananas, power bars, and sugary water."
(2024-06-27). Watch Out: The Hardest Decision You Have to Make May Involve Bait-and-Switch. counterpunch.org 
A college dean who was overwhelmed with decision-makings once confided to me that they were nothing compared to the heartbreaker he was having to face. It wasn't faculty or budgetary retrenchment. It was finding an assisted-living facility for his healthy, feisty 70-year-old mother and then, having to break it to her. If 818,800 now live
(2024-06-27). With Any Luck, American Voters Will Win in Thursday's Debate. counterpunch.org 
Will Thursday's first — and possibly only — 2024 presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump descend into an angry slugfest. Or will the two candidates, under pressure from the moderators, and constrained by the debate format itself, actually focus on something resembling the "issues"? With election day just four months away, the challenge
(2024-06-27). Mask Bans and the Age of Pandemics (and Fascism and Climate Crisis). counterpunch.org 
A meme about the devolution of public health via New York's Transit Authority: in 2020: two masked faces: "I take care of you, you take care of me"; in 2022: faces masked, unmasked, mismasked: "Masks are encouraged, but optional"; in 2024: a masked face holding the bars of a jail cell: "Protecting your health is
(2024-06-27). Democracy Now! 2024-06-27 Thursday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Thursday, June 27, 2024 | Democracy Now! Thursday, June 27, 2024…
(2024-06-27). Kenya Protests: Police Abduct Activists as Pres. Ruto Rejects Tax Bill Linked to Foreign Debt Crisis. democracynow.org 
Anti-government protests in Kenya are continuing after President William Ruto made a dramatic reversal Wednesday, announcing he would not sign the finance bill that sparked a nationwide uprising, and would instead send the bill back to Parliament. At least 23 people were killed and dozens more injured when police fired live rounds, rubber bullets and tear gas at protesters who stormed Kenya's Parliament building. We speak to a writer and activist based in Nairobi who asked to remain anonymous out of fear for her safety. She says many in the youth-led movement have been "abducted" during the poli…
(2024-06-27). The War on Farmers will cause "food wars" — not climate change. expose-news.com According to a report by the Financial Times yesterday, Olam Agri, one of the world's largest agricultural commodity traders, has warned that the world is heading towards "food wars" due to geopolitical …
(2024-06-27). Do genetically modified foods cause epigenetic changes which affect our bodies and our minds? expose-news.com Epigenetic modifications are influenced by environmental factors, pharmaceutical and nutritional elements, lifestyle and developmental stages. The human body and soul today are reeling under relentless epigenetic warfare, Dr. Mathew Maavak writes and …
(2024-06-27). The Biomedical State; how the global public health game works. expose-news.com The Biomedical State exists. Its players are part of a global public health regime. It is controlled by national governments, research institutes and domestic public health authorities but it will be publicly …
(2024-06-27). US presses India for updates over 'murder for hire' plot: deputy secretary. geo.tv 
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a US citizen and a Sikh leader of his orgnisation Sikhs for Justice. —Facebook/Gurpatwant Singh Pannu/FileWashington: The United States is seeking accountability from India after thwarting an Indian conspiracy to assassinate pro-Khalistan leader of Sikhs…
(2024-06-27). Fourteen killed after massive monsoon storms slash through Nepal. geo.tv 
People walk along a flooded road along the bank of overflowing Bagmati river following heavy rains, in Kathmandu, Nepal August 8, 2023. — ReutersAt least 14 people have been killed in Nepal as a result of deadly landslides, lightning and flooding after massive torrential monsoon storms…
(2024-06-27). Bolivia coup attempt fails after military assault on presidential palace. geo.tv 
Bolivian General Juan Jose Zuniga is presented following his arrest by the authorities for a coup attempt in La Paz, Bolivia June 26, 2024. — ReutersBolivian armed forces pulled back from the presidential palace in La Paz on Wednesday evening and a general was arrested after President…
(2024-06-27). Karachi continues to rank among world's 'least liveable' cities: survey. geo.tv 
Women carry drinking water in jerrycans, in Karachi, Pakistan on June 7, 2024. — AFP Karachi, the port city that once gleamed with state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern education, has been ranked as the least liveable city in global survey once again.The Economist…
(2024-06-27). US report highlights religious freedom violations in India and Pakistan. geo.tv 
Christians shout slogans during a protest in Karachi on August 20, 2023, to condemn the attack on churches in Pakistan. — AFP US releases annual 2023 Report on International Religious Freedom.Reports says minorities face persecutions in India in 2023. 16 people killed…
(2024-06-27). Regime de Kiev ataca Crimeia em outra incursà£o terrorista com armas fornecidas pelos EUA. globalresearch.ca Mais uma vez, o regime neonazista de Kiev atacou uma regià£o pacífica e desmilitarizada da Federaàßà£o Russa com armas ocidentais. Em 23 de junho de 2024, a cidade mais famosa da Crimeia foi bombardeada com mísseis americanos lanàßados pela Ucrânia, …
(2024-06-27). "Preemptive Nuclear War": The Historic Battle for Peace and Democracy. A Third World War Threatens the Future of Humanity. globalresearch.ca US nuclear doctrine consists in portraying nuclear weapons as a means of "self defense" rather than a "weapon of mass destruction". There are powerful financial interests behind Joe Biden's $1.3 trillion nuclear weapons program initiated under Obama.
(2024-06-27). The Rise of Protectionism Among American Politicians. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-27). Hassan Diab Petition Presented to Parliament. globalresearch.ca
(2024-06-27). This Month's (June) Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2024-06-27). Selected Articles: America's Dark Day. "Compelling Julian Assange to Plead Guilty to a Crime He Did Not Commit" globalresearch.ca 
By By allowing the US government to compel Julian Assange to plead guilty to a crime …
(2024-06-27). Iraq: Unlawful Deportations of Syrians. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Erbil International Airport in Erbil, Iraq March 17, 2020. | © 2020 Azad Lashkari/Reuters | (Beirut) — Iraqi authorities in Baghdad and Erbil have arbitrarily detained and deported Syrians to Damascus and to parts of northeast Syria under the control of Kurdish-led forces, Human Rights Watch said today. Iraqi authorities have deported some Syrians even though they possessed official Iraqi documents, enabling them to stay and work in the country or were registered as asylum seekers with the office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Iraq hosts approxi…
(2024-06-27). Wednesday 7/3: Indigenize Your Independence. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2024-06-27). Sunday 7/21: What's next for Palestine, the Vision for a Free, Post Zionist Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9ljd……
(2024-06-27). Sunday 6/30: Postering To Expose Petaluma Poultry. indybay.org 242 Kentucky St, Petaluma, CA 94952…
(2024-06-27). Tuesday 7/9: Investigating Political Nonprofits, Scam PACs and More. indybay.org Virtual Event: www.propublica.org/events/investigating-……
(2024-06-27). Saturday 6/29: Santa Cruz: Banners for Palestine! indybay.org corner of Ocean and Water St., Santa Cruz…
(2024-06-27). KPFA "Protectors" and Their Supporters Voted Against Supporting Freedom For Julian Assange. indybay.org The so called "Protectors" at KPFA voted against calling for the freedom of Julian Assange and have blocked even any discussion at the KPFA LSB board of his case. In 2018 they stopped the Local Station Board which they control from taking action and for KPFA building a public campaign to free him. They want a corporatized KPFA and Pacifica…
(2024-06-27). Wednesday 6/26: Press Conference for Launch of worker-owned coop ECOS LLC in San Jose. indybay.org Human Agenda, 1590 Oakland Rd., Suite B211, San Jose 95131…
(2024-06-27). Tuesday 7/9: Action Alert: July 9 March on Citibank in San Francisco. indybay.org THE DETAILS: On July 9th, we will meet at 11: 00 am at Harry Bridges Plaza, right across the street from the Ferry Building on the Embarcadero. We will march to two nearby Citibank offices (including their California corporate office location) before returning to the Ferry Building. | We anticipate live music, singing, puppets and a rocking chair brigade! Third Actors will circulate and collect signed Costco "Cut Up Your Citi Credit Card" postcards throughout the event.
(2024-06-27). Revisiting Social Revolution in the Aftermath of 2020. indybay.org "this is my small contribution to the re-examination of anarchy with a particular focus on the concept of social revolution, a long neglected desire gathering dust in the old tomes and broken dreams of anarchists past."
(2024-06-27). Argentina Buenos Aires Piqueteros Rally To Defend Political Prisoners. indybay.org June 25, 2024 a rally was held a the Buenos Aires Court building to demand the dropping of the charges and freedom of the political prisoners. Unions also spoke out about this repression including the University of Buenos Aires professors.
(2024-06-27). Thursday 6/27: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | http: //tinyurl.com/PalestineThursday…
(2024-06-27). Monday 7/22: Countering American Fascism: Lessons from Organizing in the U.S. Heartland. indybay.org Online livestream…
(2024-06-27). Friday 8/9: Yes On J: End Factory Farming Convergence. indybay.org City of Petaluma…
(2024-06-27). Saturday 6/29: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Catastrophe of Gaza" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5qkC……
(2024-06-27). Sunday 7/14: Pigeon First Aid & Community Food Serve. indybay.org United Nations Plaza, 50 United Nations Plaza, San Francisco…
(2024-06-27). Thursday 7/4: Monterey 4th of July Parade: Walk with the Peace Coalition. indybay.org Assemble in the parking lot behind the CHOMP Behavioral Health Services building, 576 Hartnell Street, Monterey, CA, (in the Hartnell Professional Center parking lot – across from…
(2024-06-27). Saturday 6/29: Safeway: Drop Perdue's Petaluma Poultry. indybay.org 5901 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618…
(2024-06-27). Seattle Event Cancelled!!! – "Fuck the 4th, Siege the Ports" indybay.org "Fuck the 4th, Siege the Ports" event cancelled for Seattle…
(2024-06-27). Saturday 7/27: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: The Path to a Livable Future. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite.
(2024-06-27). Saturday 6/29: Poetry and Music in the Garden. indybay.org Alan Chadwick Garden, UC Santa Cruz…
(2024-06-27). Bolivia Rejects Coup Attempt. indybay.org the military chief demanded from President Luis Alberto Arce Catacora a total change of cabinet, receiving the president's face-to-face rejection. At the same time, the Bolivian Workers' Central (COB) immediately declared an indefinite strike and called "all social and union organizations to the city of La Paz to defend and restore the constitutional order." The population mobilized quickly and flooded the streets, rejecting the coup attempt.
(2024-06-27). Friday 6/28: Stop SCOTUS MAGA Supermajority! Power Back To The People Rally – DC livestream. indybay.org Livestream: www.facebook.com/WeAreUFD…
(2024-06-27). Bowman Was Defeated by a Toxic Blend of Zionism and Militarism. indybay.org
(2024-06-27). Boycott "Mother bar" in response to transphobic and racist violence this Pride season. indybay.org Fuck TERFS! Boycott Mother Bar! (3079 16th St, SF) Multiple instances of violent and harmful transphobia and racism have come from the owner Malia and their white Bar staff and security. In response multiple community members are calling for a boycott and are organizing for accountability. Please take direct action and join the Boycott!
(2024-06-27). The beauty of art and music in the grim times we find ourselves in. indybay.org
(2024-06-27). Wednesday 7/10: Spirituality & EcoSocialism. indybay.org 1187 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94109…
(2024-06-27). The Racial Wealth Gap is Persistent — and Growing. inequality.org
(2024-06-27). A Practical Prescription for Taxing Our World's Richest. inequality.org
(2024-06-27). Over 200 orgs demand political parties put ending hardship and poverty at the top of their to-do list. leftfootforward.org Almost 4 million people experienced destitution in 2022 — more than double the 2017 figure, including 1 million children and 2.4 million people with a disability or limiting health condition.
(2024-06-27). Tories run fake fact check scam against BBC debate. leftfootforward.org 'There is no moral bar too low for them', was the reaction of Carol Vorderman, after Tory campaign headquarters rebranded their X account to mimic a fact-checking service during the latest leaders' debate.
(2024-06-27). How the next government can improve the lives of disabled people. leftfootforward.org Nearly half of disabled people in the UK feel they aren't important to political parties, research by the disability charity Sense has found. However more than three quarters said they were planning to vote in the general election, and the next Prime Minister must do more to make their voices heard. | The Chief Executive at Sense, Richard Kramer, has said it was a "disgrace" that disabled people have received "so little attention" from politicians over the election campaign. | During the leaders debate on Wednesday evening one audience member said that disabled people like herself had been hit in the worst way…
(2024-06-27). Private Prisons Want You To Go Directly To Jail. levernews.com
(2024-06-27). Iran election: Private Republican Guard polling shows Pezeshkian clear favourite. middleeasteye.net 
Iran election: Private Republican Guard polling shows Pezeshkian clear favourite | Polling suggests reformist presidential candidate has an excellent chance of winning in a runoff | | Women attend a campaign rally for reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian at Afrasiabi Stadium…
(2024-06-27). UK elections 2024: Hove candidate removed from Jewish hustings over 'anti-Zionist' views. middleeasteye.net 
UK elections 2024: Hove candidate removed from Jewish hustings over 'anti-Zionist' views | Jewish groups and Andrew Feinstein defend Tanushka Marah after she was condemned for sharing platform with Roger Waters and Lowkey | | Tanushka Marah, in a promotional photo from her website (Tanushka Marah)…
(2024-06-27). UK elections: British Bangladeshi Labour members outraged over Starmer's deportation comments. middleeasteye.net 
UK elections: British Bangladeshi Labour members outraged over Starmer's deportation comments | The party has labelled an online video of Starmer as 'misinformation', but shadow cabinet minister Jon Ashworth made similar comments on Monday | | Labour leader Keir Starmer has sparked outrage b…
(2024-06-27). Iranian press review: From gold handouts to free fuel, presidential candidates make wild promises. middleeasteye.net 
Iranian press review: From gold handouts to free fuel, presidential candidates make wild promises | Meanwhile, one candidate defends his role in the 1988 executions of thousands of political prisoners, and the establishment rules long-term prison sentences to activists already in prison
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(2024-06-27). US-backed Kurdish groups in Syria continue to recruit child soldiers, report says. middleeasteye.net 
US-backed Kurdish groups in Syria continue to recruit child soldiers, report says | Naming the Syrian Democratic Forces in its State Department report is a sharp rebuke of the US's main ally in Syria | | Members of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) deploy outside Ghwayran prison in Syria's northeas…
(2024-06-27). Theatre and revolution: The life and legacy of Konstantin Stanislavski. mronline.org 
Stanislavski's techniques and stage direction in the late 19th and early 20th centuries represented nothing short of a revolution in art, completely rejuvenating the Russian theatre, which was stagnating under Tsarism.
(2024-06-27). India's motive in prosecuting Arundhati Roy. mronline.org 
The Modi government plans to try the globally renowned author under a draconian anti-terrorism law, reports Ullekh NP.
(2024-06-27). Who destroyed Nalanda? muslimmirror.com By Ram Puniyani The campus of Nalnda was inaugurated formally by Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi on 19th June (2024) in presence of Ambassadors of many countries like Myanmar, Srilanka, Vietnam, Japan, Korea among others. Most of these countries are the ones where Buddhism was spread by the preachers sent by Emperor Ashok. Initially the …
(2024-06-27). Antony Blinken raises 'concerning increase' in hate speech, demolition, anti-conversion laws in India. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff There has been a "concerning increase" in anti-conversion laws, hate speech, and demolitions of homes and places of worship for members of minority faith communities in India, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said. In his remarks at the release of the annual State Department report on international religious freedom, …
(2024-06-27). How Ravish Kumar preserved the legacy of peoples journalism. muslimmirror.com By R Rajagopal I am writing this at 2am, when most newspapers must have gone to bed (jargon for the plates being laid on the bed of the printing machine, ready to roll). I presume that like me, the newspapers also must be turning and twisting in their beds, unable to sleep, although I personally …
(2024-06-27). An election in danger? nationofchange.org Even if we get through the 2024 election cycle intact and violence-free, the task of election reform remains both essential and, sadly, all too ignored.
(2024-06-27). Red Earth Farms is proof that intentional communities can succeed. nationofchange.org Ninety percent of all communes dissolve early on. How has this Missouri collective been making it work since 2005?>
(2024-06-27). Sanders unveils billionaire plot to undermine US public education: $9 million spent to sway elections and push vouchers. nationofchange.org
(2024-06-27). California rolls out new Driving Clean Assistance Program offering incentives for electric vehicle purchases. nationofchange.org Chosen applicants will have access to up to $14,000 in incentives toward the purchase of a new or used EV or hybrid with larger cost incentives given to those that trade in their older vehicles for scrap.
(2024-06-27). Supreme Court Backs Biden's Social Media Censorship. news.antiwar.com The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Joe Biden administration in a legal row over how the government deals with social media platforms. Republican states had objected to a federal drive against "misinformation," arguing it amounted to unconstitutional censorship. The GOP-backed lawsuit was shot down in a 6-3 vote on Wednesday. In …
(2024-06-27). Kidneys Donated By Black People Are Discarded At Higher Rates Due To Flawed System. newsone.com 
(2024-06-27). Iran heads to presidential elections. peoplesdispatch.org
(2024-06-27). Reverend James Lawson Jr. °Presente! peoplesworld.org 
Reverend James Lawson, Jr., described by Martin Luther King, Jr. as "the leading theorist and strategist of nonviolence in the world," died in Los Angeles on June 9 at the age 95. There will be many obituaries describing Rev. Lawson's life of activism. Here we share some of his words about what nonviolence is and …
(2024-06-27). Bolivians unite to put down attempted military coup. peoplesworld.org 
LA PAZ, Bolivia — Led by a top general, armored vehicles rammed the doors of Bolivia's government palace Wednesday in what the president called a coup attempt, then quickly retreated as thousands of people poured into the streets to protect democracy. Within hours, the nation of 12 million people saw a rapidly moving scenario in which …
(2024-06-27). Supreme Court OKs payoffs for politicians doing corporate bidding. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—By lopsided majorities, the U.S. Supreme Court on June 26 issued two rulings with political implications—but not the one everyone awaits, on whether right-wing Republican Donald Trump's past White House service makes him forever immune to federal criminal prosecution. In one decision, the right-wing majority restored a legal distinction between corporate "bribes" to politicians to …
(2024-06-27). Cause of serious cases of gastroenteritis in Panama revealed. plenglish.com Panama City, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) Panamanian health authorities confirmed today that untreated water was the cause of serious cases of gastroenteritis detected in the native community Nueva Lucha, in the Donoso district of Colon.
(2024-06-27). Cuba and Vietnam strengthen interparliamentary ties. plenglish.com Havana, June 27 (Prensa Latina) Cuba and Vietnam advocated strengthening their parliamentary relations in a virtual exchange between legislative leaders of both countries, the National Assembly of People's Power (ANPP) reported today.
(2024-06-27). Dengue cases on the rise in Panama. plenglish.com Panama City, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Ministry of Health (Minsa) confirmed today that to date five thousand 306 cases of dengue fever have been reported, a significant increase compared to the same period in 2023, when two thousand 483 patients were registered.
(2024-06-27). China backs Bolivian government after coup attempt. plenglish.com Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said that as a good friend and partner of Bolivia, Beijing hopes and trusts that the government of the South American country can properly handle the situation. | She also urged the country to maintain its stability and development, "which is fundamental and beneficial in the long term for the Bolivian people," she added. | In the last hours military coup supporters tried to take over the government headquarters and closed Plaza Murillo, the political epicenter of La Paz. | The state channel Bolivia TV showed how the Military Police, with riot shields, prevented the free tra…
(2024-06-27). Articulation calls for punishing those guilty in Bolivia coup. plenglish.com Guatemala City, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The articulation of peoples and communities of Abya Yala (all this continent) Soberana called for punishing those guilty of the failed coup d'état in Bolivia, whose investigations are advancing on Thursday.
(2024-06-27). Bolivia conducts severe investigation against coup plotters. plenglish.com La Paz, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) Bolivian public opinion remains attentive to the severe investigation underway within criminal and military regulations against those who failed the day before in an attempted coup.
(2024-06-27). Cuba advocates for unity of peoples at Celac forum. plenglish.com Tegucigalpa, June 27 (Prensa Latina) Cuba insisted today on the importance of strengthening the unity of the people of the region and the leftist and progressive forces, during the II social forum of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States.
(2024-06-27). WHO reports high lethal level of alcohol consumption. plenglish.com Geneva, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that in 2019, 2.6 million deaths were attributed to alcohol consumption, which accounts for 4.7 percent of all deaths.
(2024-06-27). Puebla Group to meet in Honduras to discuss integration. plenglish.com Tegucigalpa, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Puebla Group will meet this weekend in Honduras to discuss the importance of integration and the threat to social justice that the far right represents today.
(2024-06-27). DPRK successfully test-fired missile with multiple warheads (+Photos). plenglish.com 
A statement from the Missile Administration, quoted by the state news agency ACNC, noted that "the test of separation and guidance control of individual mobile warheads was successfully carried out". | The entity stressed the importance of the test" in raising the technical level of missiles and strengthening the weapons system in general. | It further noted that the launch was carried out within a radius of 170-200 kilometers favorable to measuring the flight specifications of the warheads separately, ensuring safety as much as possible with the first-stage engine of the solid-fueled intermediate-range ballisti…
(2024-06-27). President of Cuba visits economic centers of Isla de la Juventud. plenglish.com Havana, June 27 (Prensa Latina) The president of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, today toured centers of economic and social interest in the western special municipality of Isla de la Juventud, as part of the government visits that he carries out throughout the country.
(2024-06-27). WHO warns of the dangerous and rapid spread of Mpox in Africa. plenglish.com Geneva, JUN 27 (Prensa Latina) The World Health Organization (WHO) indicated that Mpox (monkeypox) is spreading dangerously fast in Africa today and called for urgent measures to stop it.
(2024-06-27). Argentinian lawyer rules out theory of perpetrator's disability. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) Marcos Aldazabal, one of Cristina Fernandez's lawyers, asserted today that the perpetrator of the assassination attempt on the former Argentine president knows what he did and its consequences.
(2024-06-27). Doctors call to issue health alert in Ecuador due to dengue fever. plenglish.com Quito, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Medical Federation of Ecuador called on the Ministry of Public Health to declare a health alert in view of the increase in dengue infections and the rapid expansion of the virus that is currently affecting the national territory.
(2024-06-27). France and WFP supply Cuba with micronutrient powder for children. plenglish.com Havana, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) France, the World Food Program (WFP) and health authorities are working on a comprehensive strategy for the supply of micronutrient powder (MNP) for children between six and 23 months of age, official sources informed.
(2024-06-27). Cà¥te d'Ivoire and Angola sign agreements for closer cooperation. plenglish.com Luanda, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) Angola and Ivory Coast signed today 14 agreements to strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas such as agriculture, mineral resources, oil and gas, health, scientific research, tourism, and military and technical cooperation.
(2024-06-27). Mexican horror film cycle opens in Havana. plenglish.com Havana, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) Terror Mx: a cycle of Mexican horror films opens in this capital on Thursday, with the words of professor and critic Nicolas Ruiz, who selected the films.
(2024-06-27). Saharawi government confirms anti-coup solidarity with Bolivia. plenglish.com La Paz, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Foreign Ministry of the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) today reaffirmed its 'strongest condemnation' of the frustrated military coup led by the arrested former army chief General Juan Jose Zuñiga.
(2024-06-27). Venezuela, Zimbabwe sign accords, Joint Commission's final minute. plenglish.com Caracas, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Governments of Venezuela and Zimbabwe will sign on Thursday the agreements and final minute of the Joint Commission's First Meeting between the two countries, which will be held in Caracas.
(2024-06-27). Cuban Bartenders Association marks 100th anniversary (+Photos). plenglish.com 
Havana, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Association of Cuban Bartenders (ACC) is celebrating its 100th anniversary on Thursday with two important international awards won by bartenders in Venice and Athens, its president, Eddie Naranjo, informed.
(2024-06-27). Cuba reports tourist importance of geoparks. plenglish.com Havana, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) today reported a boom in the tourist attraction of Geosites and Geoparks, along with other scenarios of this type in this archipelago.
(2024-06-27). Russia hosts International Economic Forum of Amber Industry. plenglish.com Kaliningrad, Russia, Jun 27 (Prensa Latina) The 7th International Economic Forum of the Amber Industry, AmberForum 2024, opened in Svetlogorsk, a city in the Russian region of Kaliningrad, on Thursday until June 29.
(2024-06-27). How Venezuela Is Overcoming the US Blockade. pressenza.com
(2024-06-27). Tapestry of Art Voices: Celebrating Cultural Artistry through Student Collaborations. pressenza.com 
by: Robert Dela Peña and Genevieve Balance Kupang | In alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals) and the National Cultural Heritage Act (RA 10066), Baguio Central University Senior High School students are showcasing artworks that emphasize the role of education in fostering cultural appreciation and understanding. These student projects embody SDG 4 by using education to promote cultural awareness. Furthermore, SDG 11 is reflected in the way these artworks highlight indigenous trad…
(2024-06-27). Tapestry of Art Voices: Celebrating Cultural Artistry through Student Collaborations. pressenza.com by: Robert Dela Peña, edited by Genevieve Balance Kupang | In alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals) and the National Cultural Heritage Act (RA 10066), Baguio Central University Senior High School students are showcasing artworks that emphasize the role of education in fostering cultural appreciation and understanding. These student projects embody SDG 4 by using education to promote cultural awareness. Furthermore, SDG 11 is reflected in the way these artworks highlight indigeno…
(2024-06-27). Why Bengal CM Mamata Mustn't Harm the Emerging Bangladesh-India Good Neighborhood Ties? pressenza.com by Ozair Islam | In a regretful tone, Prime Minister Modi said, "Mamata is ruining Bangladesh-India relations," at an | election campaign stop in Barrackpore, North 24 Parganas district, on May 12. It seems clear now that | Modi is entirely correct in his accusation. The Bengali provincial administration, headed by Mamama | Banerjee's "Trinamul Congress", is the one undermining and attempting to damage the nascent relations | between India and Bangladesh, not the federal government. It appears that Bengal CM lacks the bare | minimum of cordial gratitude, despite Bangladesh's pursuit of good neighborly regional pa…
(2024-06-27). BAN Toxics Joins Poison Prevention Week Awareness Activity, Highlights Need to Protect Children. pressenza.com "Poison prevention should start at home and in the community." This was the main message of environmental NGO BAN Toxics as they joined the East Avenue Medical Center (EAMC) Toxicology Referral and Training Center's lecture forum in celebration of National Poison Prevention Week. | Titled "Community and Collaboration: Uniting to Prevent Poisoning," the lecture forum was held in Brgy. Sto Niño, Galas, Quezon City, and was attended by about 70 households from the barangay. National Poison Prevention Week is observed every 4th week of June by virtue of Proclamation No. 1777 issued in 2009. | BAN Toxics' advocacy and…
(2024-06-27). Is colonialism a thing of the past? A new debate at the World Humanist Forum. pressenza.com Colonialism is a much longer process than the little less than five centuries in which traditional history places this period. After the wave of national independence that gave rise to the current map of nation-states, the former colonial powers changed their strategy and installed more subtle forms of domination that allowed the exploitation of the ex-colonies to continue and did not change the pattern of cultural supremacy that had been installed. | On the other hand, various forms of segregation and inequality derived from previous cycles of imperialist violence persist in colonised societies. This is evident…
(2024-06-27). Indian Journalist Stabbed to Death, PEC Demands Probe. pressenza.com Geneva: Press Emblem Campaign, the global media safety and rights body, expresses shock over the murder of an Indian journalist based in Bihar on Tuesday evening and demands a fair probe into the incident to identify the culprits for necessary legal actions. The victim, identified as Shivshankar Jha, sustained multiple knife injuries when he was attacked by miscreants on 25 June 2024 near his residence in Maripur village under the Muzaffarpur locality. Seriously wounded Shivshankar (40), who worked for several Hindi media outlets, was taken to a nearby hospital, but the attending doctors declared him dead. The fa…
(2024-06-27). Alice Slater: Ridding the World of Nuclear Weapons. pressenza.com Pressenza recommended this interview done, almost a year ago, by our new partner BAR CRAWL RADIO | Rebecca McKean and I visited Alice Slater in her Upper East Side apartment. Since 1968, Ms. Slater has been an anti-war activist and since 1987 an anti-nuclear bomb protestor. As a young mother she helped organize Eugene McCarthy's presidential campaign working to end the war in Viet Nam and then got a law degree. Alice is the United Nations NGO Representative of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation and is on the Board of the Global Network Against Weapons and Nuclear Power in Space, the Global Council of Abolition 2000…
(2024-06-27). Oppenheimer's Apology to A-Bomb Survivors Revealed in New Footage. pressenza.com June 20, Hiroshima — #Oppenheimer reportedly said 'I'm sorry' to A-bomb survivors — "Åì"Åü"Éû"Éû kotamama (@kotamama318)
(2024-06-27). "Julian Is Free": Assange Back Home in Australia After Taking U.S. Plea Deal in "Espionage" Case. pressenza.com Julian Assange has landed in Australia a free man, reuniting with his family Wednesday after pleading guilty to one charge of violating the U.S. Espionage Act as part of a deal with the Justice Department. The WikiLeaks publisher entered his plea on the Pacific island of Saipan, part of the U.S. territory of the Northern Mariana Islands, which lets him avoid further prison time following five years behind bars in the U.K. awaiting possible extradition to the U.S. He had been facing a possible 175 years in U.S. prison if convicted on charges related to his publication of classified documents in 2010 that revealed…
(2024-06-27). Bangladesh's reaction to Mamata's stance on water sharing. pressenza.com One letter, many questions. Bangladesh is shocked by the statement that has come up in this letter! West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written this letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. There is nothing wrong in writing letters, in the federal system, the Chief Minister of a province can write to the head of the central government on any issue. However the question arises about the Ganges treaty and Teesta water management with Bangladesh. The Ganges is one of the 54 rivers that flow between India and Bangladesh. The Teesta River agreement between India and Bangladesh was not signed due to Mamata's…
(2024-06-27). Several dead and injured as Kenya protesters attack parliament. presstv.ir Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded in Kenya in mounting anti-tax hike protests, NGOs said.
(2024-06-27). Iran slams failed coup attempt in Bolivia. presstv.ir Iran has slammed a failed coup attempt in Bolivia, stressing the need for order and law to be restored in the South American country.
(2024-06-27). Tear gas fired as hundreds in Kenya continue protest against tax hikes. presstv.ir Police fire tear gas as Kenyans took to the streets.
(2024-06-27). 'Raeisi, Amir-Abdollahian proved Iran can confront US'. presstv.ir The commander of the IRGC's Quds Force has praised the distinguished characteristics of late president Raeisi and foreign minister Amir-Abdollahian in defense of resistance and the fight against US hegemony.
(2024-06-27). Raeisi's govt. cleared path for US sanctions removal: Interim FM. presstv.ir Iran's Interim foreign minister says the administration of late president Ebrahim Raeisi paved the way for the revival of negotiations on the removal of anti-Iran sanctions and the neutralization of bans against the Islamic Republic.
(2024-06-27). Tehran mayor Zakani withdraws from Iran's presidential race. presstv.ir Iranian presidential candidate Alireza Zakani has pulled out of the country's presidential race, becoming the second nominee to announce his withdrawal just a day before the election.
(2024-06-27). Ghazizadeh Hashemi quits Iran's presidential race. presstv.ir Amir-Hossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi, one among the six candidates who are vying to become Iran's next president, quits the race.
(2024-06-27). Iran, Russia sign major gas supply agreement. presstv.ir Iran and Russia sign a major agreement for supply of gas from Russia to Iran.
(2024-06-27). Iran-Russia gas MoU will serve interests of entire region: Mokhber. presstv.ir Iran says an MoU signed with Russia on potential transfer of Russian gas to the Islamic Republic stands to serve the interests of the entire region.
(2024-06-27). 1000s of young Kenyans protest tax hikes. presstv.ir Young demonstrators took to the streets in Nairobi.
(2024-06-27). Analysis: Why Iran's June 28 presidential election matters to the region and world. presstv.ir The changing regional dynamics and Iran's growing stature internationally have prompted political observers worldwide to follow the outcome of the June 28 presidential election.
(2024-06-27). Russia says considering downgrading relations with NATO countries. presstv.ir Russia has announced Moscow is considering downgrading its relations with certain NATO countries.
(2024-06-27). Pentagon chief calls Russia's new defense minister for first time. presstv.ir The Russian defense minister and his American counterpart in a phone conversation have discussed the current conflict in Ukraine.
(2024-06-27). Thousands of Palestinian children buried under rubble in Gaza: UNICEF. presstv.ir UNICEF says thousands of children remain buried under the rubble of destroyed buildings in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-06-27). Russia's Pacific Fleet holds naval drills off Kamchatka Peninsula. presstv.ir The Pacific Fleet of the Russian Navy holds exercises June 18-28 in the waters of the Pacific Ocean.
(2024-06-27). Iran's Judiciary chief urges end to double standard in fighting rights violators. presstv.ir Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei made the remarks in a meeting with foreign ambassadors and heads of offices of international organizations in Tehran.
(2024-06-27). Bolivian police arrest coup leader; president thanks public support. presstv.ir Bolivian police have arrested the rebel leader of an attempted coup.
(2024-06-27). Search underway as 20 bodies found in South Korean battery plant fire. presstv.ir Around 20 bodies have been found at a South Korean lithium battery factory after a massive blaze.
(2024-06-27). Oil depots on fire in Russia's Rostov region after drone attack: Officials. presstv.ir Several oil storage tanks were on fire after a drone attack early on Tuesday in the town of Azov in Russia.
(2024-06-27). Raeisi shattered barrier of isolation, sanctions: IRGC chief. presstv.ir Salami hails the great achievements of late President Ebrahim Raeisi, saying he broke the West's so-called policy of isolating and sanctioning Iran.
(2024-06-27). Three deaths, 10 injured in Arkansas grocery store shooting. presstv.ir A shooter opens fire at a grocery store in Arkansas, killing three people and wounding 10 others.
(2024-06-27). US gun violence: Five killed in North Las Vegas shooting; attacker kills self. presstv.ir A man who fatally shot dead five people and severely injured a 13-year-old girl in North Las Vegas takes his own life after being located by police officers.
(2024-06-27). Nasrallah: Iran 'strong fortress of resistance' against oppressors. presstv.ir Nasrallah has described Iran as the "strong fortress of resistance" against oppressors, saying the Islamic establishment serves as a role model.
(2024-06-27). Pakistan has Iran's support in new anti-terrorism operation: Islamabad. presstv.ir The Pakistani defense minister says his country is determined to uproot terrorism and enjoys the support of Iran in this regard.
(2024-06-27). Refusing the Language of Silence. projectcensored.org By Omar Zahzah It's an increasingly familiar contradiction: digital platforms that position themselves as an accessible alternative to corporate media emerge as new censors in their own right. Social media and the internet make it possible to disseminate material that would otherwise have been suppressed, thereby helping to bring alternative…
(2024-06-27). Why Indian-American doctor drove car off US cliff with wife and 2 children. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Indian-American radiologist Dharmesh Patel has escaped jail time and will receive mental health treatment after his doctors informed the court that he experienced a "psychotic breakdown" a year after he drove his wife and two kids off a California cliff and into the Pacific Ocean.Mr. Patel drove his Tesla down a 250-foot chasm in January 2023 while carrying his wife Neha and their two children, ages seven and four. The car sustained significant damage, but the family only suffered minor injuries. His spouse informed the rescuers that he was mentally ill when he purposefully drove the car off the c…
(2024-06-27). Atletismo cubano a varios mítines en Europa de cara a París-2024. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 jun (RHC).- Varias competencias se anuncian para los principales exponentes del atletismo cubano en los próximos días, en la ruta crítica final de cara a los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024.
(2024-06-27). Protagonismo del pueblo para obtener la sede del 26 de Julio. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 jun (RHC) El consejo popular Garaita, de esta central provincia de Cuba, es ejemplo hoy de participación popular en la solución de problemas en la comunidad, importante eslabón en la sede por el 26 de Julio.
(2024-06-27). Saudi Arabia discovers rare bilingual inscription during archaeological dig. tvbrics.com 
The Saudi Heritage Commission reported about the discovery…
(2024-06-27). Russian experts believe it is necessary to expand space co-operation with South Africa. tvbrics.com 
This was stated by corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Alexander Lutovinov…
(2024-06-27). Ethiopia exports 8,400 tonnes of spices in the last 11 months of the current fiscal year. tvbrics.com 
Ethiopia sells its products to 39 different countries…
(2024-06-27). Ethiopia increases forest cover to 23.6%. tvbrics.com 
The country is investing in the environment to increase forest cover…
(2024-06-27). One of the most famous Chinese paintings is digitised. tvbrics.com 
The exhibition will run until 15 September…
(2024-06-27). China to launch mission to collect samples from Mars by 2030. tvbrics.com 
The country's authorities have unveiled a timeline for campaigns to explore the planets of the solar system…
(2024-06-27). India thinks of mandating use of USB-C connectors on all smartphones and laptops by 2026. tvbrics.com 
Expected to have a positive impact on environmental sustainability by reducing e-waste…
(2024-06-27). Number of tourist arrivals in UAE region grows by 9 per cent in the first quarter of this year. tvbrics.com 
This growth is attributed to the emirate's strategic plan to diversify its economy, with a strong focus on the tourism sector…
(2024-06-27). South African scientists lead project to introduce radioisotopes to combat poaching. tvbrics.com 
Project could protect wild species from extinction…
(2024-06-27). Russian pranksters release hoax video call with UK's David Cameron about Ukraine. scmp.com Russian pranksters tricked the British foreign secretary into thinking he was speaking to a former Ukrainian president.
(2024-06-27). Putin Exposes Zelensky's 'First-Ever' Military Move As Scam For Western Funds? | Ukraine | Drones. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky approved the creation of the Unmanned Systems Forces on June 26. The new military branch is a separate unit of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and will exclusively focus on unmanned systems. However, a Russian military expert said that Zelensky will use this new branch to demand more money from the US and Western allies.
(2024-06-27). Ukraine attacks Russia's oil sector, Canada attacks Canada's… you sure you want us in NATO? wattsupwiththat.com As far as Canada's hydrocarbon sector goes, the most important thing to do at this stage is to keep our heads [down] and carry on providing the energy the world desperately needs.
(2024-06-27). Russia suffers setbacks as Ukraine braces for tough month on battlefield. aljazeera.com Russia suffered political, financial and judicial blows, but Ukraine's battle on the eastern front remains difficult.
(2024-06-27). Indian workers demand release of Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org "The Zelensky regime put Bogdan behind bars to suppress the idea of the unity of the workers and a socialist perspective."
(2024-06-27). Ukrainian Air Force Fends Off Russian Missile Attack. devdiscourse.com Ukrainian air force said it shot down all 23 drones and five out of six missiles launched by Russia in the early hours of Thursday. Khmelnytskyi regional governor Serhii Tiurin said the air defence shot down nine aerial targets over his region. Local authorities have not received any reports of casualties or property damage, he added.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). The end of the petrodollar era. uwidata.com On August 15, 1971, US President Richard Nixon gave a television speech in which he announced the cancellation of direct international conversion from the dollar to gold. This move effectively led to the collapse of the Bretton Woods international monetary system established after World War II, under which the US dollar was convertible into gold …
(2024-06-27). "Will Lehman was telling the truth": Autoworkers hail court victory against sham union election. wsws.org Autoworkers across the US are hailing the victory in court this week against the Department of Labor and the United Auto Workers bureaucracy over massive irregularities in the 2022 union elections.
(2024-06-27). Judges block much of Biden's limited student loan relief program. wsws.org Judges in Kansas and Missouri accepted the arguments of Republican-led states and imposed preliminary injunctions on Monday blocking the main provisions of President Biden's SAVE student debt relief program.
(2024-06-27). US Supreme Court draft order would reinstate emergency abortions in Idaho. wsws.org The Supreme Court posted and then removed a draft order that would reinstate emergency medical abortions in Idaho.
(2024-06-27). Julian Assange arrives in Australia free. wsws.org In a press conference, Stella Assange hailed a global support movement for creating the conditions for Assange's freedom, while warning of an ongoing assault on press freedom that had to be fought.
(2024-06-27). French New Popular Front issues election program for war and police-state rule. wsws.org While making empty pledges of minor social reforms, the New Popular Front endorses military escalation against Russia and calls to strengthen the military police and intelligence services.
(2024-06-27). Unions shut down federal education strike in Brazil. wsws.org The unions subordinated the strike to futile negotiations with the Lula government, isolating this powerful movement from the struggles of state teachers and other federal workers.
(2024-06-27). The filmmaker vanishes: Roman Polanski's name missing from Paramount's Blu-ray version of Chinatown (1974). wsws.org This new version of McCarthyite blacklisting has come about because official Hollywood has done whatever it can in recent years to erase Polanski's films and his very artistic existence.
(2024-06-27). Chicago watchdog criticizes Mayor Johnson's failure to remove fascists from the police force. wsws.org The city is reneging on its earlier pledge not to arrest peaceful protesters as it links up the fascist-ridden Chicago police with federal law enforcement agencies.
(2024-06-27). Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signs law requiring display of Ten Commandments in classrooms. wsws.org The driving force behind the new law is the demand by Christian fundamentalist groups that separation of church and state should be overthrown, and religion made the basis of all public policy.
(2024-06-27). Amazon to offer direct US shipping from China amid rise of Shein and Temu, report says. scmp.com A planned discount section will feature cheap items such as unbranded fashion and home goods, according to slides shown to Chinese sellers.
(2024-06-27). Lynching, hate crimes mar two weeks of Modi's 3rd term. ummid.com Since the day Modi became Prime Minister for the 3rd term, Hindus have started taking revenge from Muslims by one way or the other. They are angry because it is alleged that the Muslims were responsible for not making the BJP's dream of "400 par" a reality.
(2024-06-27). President Murmu's Historic Parliament Welcome. devdiscourse.com In a momentous event, President Droupadi Murmu was officially welcomed at the Parliament Building on Thursday. She was received by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, with an officer carrying the culturally significant 'Sengol'.
(2024-06-27). 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?
(2024-06-27). Now, allegations of 'irregularities' in MHT CET 2024 results. ummid.com Even as the nationwide protests against the National Testing Agency (NTA) over alleged malpractices in NEET UG 2024 and UGC NET 2024 continue unabated, students are now alleging irregularities in MHT CET 2024 results.
(2024-06-27). Rahul Gandhi is Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha. ummid.com Congress MP from Raebareli Rahul Gandhi is Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha, the Congress Party said.
(2024-06-27). Euro 2024 Round of 16: Teams, format, head-to-head, dates, venues, matches. aljazeera.com Which teams are playing and when at Euro 2024? What is the format and how do the knockouts work? Al Jazeera explains.
(2024-06-27). South African president mourns soldiers killed in DR Congo. independent.co.ug 
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa | Xinhua | South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday expressed his profound sadness at the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to 20 others in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The casualties of the South African National Defense Force (SANDF) members were inflicted by a mortar attack on one …
(2024-06-27). Julian Assange is free. fidh.org
(2024-06-27). Conflict in Northern Mozambique Puts Education at Risk. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The Pulo Primary School after an insurgent attack on the village of Pulo, in Cabo Delgado province, Mozambique, March 6, 2024. | © 2024 Juan Luis Rod/AFP via Getty Images…
(2024-06-27). Quadrant Technologies Named Finalist for Microsoft Azure 2024 Partner of the Year Awards. devdiscourse.com Quadrant Technologies has achieved a significant milestone by being named a finalist for the Microsoft Azure 2024 Partner of the Year Awards. This recognition highlights their outstanding performance and innovation in customer solutions based on Microsoft technology, setting them apart in a global arena of top Microsoft partners.
(2024-06-27). Northern Cape road maintenance projects to create opportunities for five years. sanews.gov.za Northern Cape road maintenance projects to create opportunities for five years | Two new Routine Road Maintenance (RRM) contracts in the John Taolo Gaetsewe (JTG) District of the Northern Cape will create scores of opportunities for subcontracting and local labour over a period of five years, the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced. | SANRAL is currently evaluating tenders received for these contracts and hopes to appoint contractors later this year. | Speaking at a recent stakeholder engagement session with small business owners in Mothibistad, just outside Kuruman, SANRAL Proj…
(2024-06-27). Bolivian army chief arrested for attempted coup after deploying tanks. aljazeera.com Bolivia's army chief has been arrested after deploying soldiers and tanks to government buildings in 'coup attempt'.
(2024-06-27). 2 giant pandas set off from China to the US — for first time in over 20 years. scmp.com The male Yun Chuan and female Xin Bao are expected to arrive later this week at the San Diego Zoo, travelling more than 11,000km from a research and conservation facility in Sichuan province.
(2024-06-27). Vauxhall owner threatens to close UK car factories. wattsupwiththat.com the UK motor industry as a whole cannot afford to pay the hundreds of millions in fines coming their way at the end of the year.
(2024-06-27). Contre la brutalité de l'extrême droite, l'écologie des petits matins. defenddemocracy.press Par Jade Lindgaard Vous habitez en France et vous vous réveillez un matin de 2034. Vous préférez vivre dans un pays où : A/ Les voitures à essence et diesel roulent sans contrainte. La pollution de leurs pots d'échappement continue de s'incruster dans les poumons des enfants, dans les artères des personnes âgées et le …
(2024-06-27). India vs England — T20 World Cup semifinal: Weather forecast, pitch, Kohli. aljazeera.com England expect Virat Kohli to 'step up' in the match, but are ready to fight India's aggression with some of their own.
(2024-06-27). Madhya Pradesh to include Ram, Krishna in school and college curricula. ummid.com Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has declared that the teachings about Hindu lords Ram and Krishna are to be included in the school and higher education curricula of Madhya Pradesh.
(2024-06-27). New Jersey American Water finalizes acquisition of Salem city water and sewer systems. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? An $18 million acquisition of the City of Salem, New Jersey's water and wastewater systems was finalized this week. | The sale marks New Jersey American Water's sixth purchase of a municipal water system over the last six years. The company is a subsidiary of the largest investor-owned water utility in the U.S. | Last year, 250 residents
(2024-06-27). Prince Harry accused of 'obfuscation', destroying evidence in lawsuit against Murdoch papers. scmp.com A lawyer for the publisher of The Sun tabloid accused Prince Harry of destroying evidence it was seeking in his lawsuit claiming the newspaper violated his privacy…
(2024-06-27). Al Hassan case: a welcomed conviction that falls short of justice for victims of gender-based crimes. fidh.org
(2024-06-27). China's 'multi-trillion-dollar time bomb' imperils global markets: US House. scmp.com Ratings agencies S&P Global and Moody's accused of failing to reflect risk posed by mainland's local government financing vehicles.
(2024-06-27). Safety and Security key concerns why millionaires migrating from India. ummid.com Safety and Security are the main reasons why thousands of millionaires are migrating from India to other countries, international investment migration advisory firm Henley & Partners revealed in a report.
(2024-06-27). Voters Say They Aren't Hearing Enough About the Climate in This Election, Amid 'Silence' on Issue in BBC Debate. bylinetimes.com 
Voters say they aren't hearing enough about the climate in this election, according to a new poll carried out by Savanta for climate charity Possible. | Four in ten voters say they aren't hearing enough about climate during this campaign, compared to just 16% who say they have heard too much on the topic. | Similarly, a plurality of voters (35%) report that they have heard less on climate in comparison to the 2019 general election campaign, more than twice the number of those who say they have heard more (15%). | In 2019, Channel 4 hosted a dedicated climate change TV debate in the run up to the election. Then…
(2024-06-27). Palestinian journalist's Courage Awards rescinded after protest by neoconservatives. ummid.com The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) revoked the 2024 Courage in Journalism Award conferred on Palestinian Journalist Maha Hussaini after the right-wing and neoconservative groups and publications in the United States accused her of being a "Hamas sympathizer" and "anti-semite".
(2024-06-27). For Rahul Gandhi, Hate Crimes, Mob Lynching of Muslims not of any concern. ummid.com Tactically or possibly fearing backlash, Rahul Gandhi ignored to mention hate crimes against Muslims, mob lynching in the name of animal slaughter and razing of homes of Muslims by bulldozers that have resurfaced with renewed vigor after the 2024 General Elections.
(2024-06-27). Maha CET Cell mulls allowing students to verify MHT CET 2024 Answer Sheets. ummid.com In order to allay the students' concerns, the Maharashtra CET Cell is considering to allow them to verify their answer sheets (OMR Sheets) with the official answer keys.
(2024-06-27). Om Birla wins Lok Sabha Speaker election. ummid.com Om Birla, BJP MP from Kota, Rajasthan, has won the election of the Lok Sabha Speaker held in the Parliament Wednesday June 26, 2024.
(2024-06-27). US jails ex-Honduras president Juan Orlando Hernandez for 45 years on drugs charges. scmp.com Juan Orlando Hernandez, 55, will likely die behind bars for engaging in a drug-trafficking conspiracy that sent massive amounts of cocaine to the United States.
(2024-06-27). 'No right to interfere': Pakistan hits back at US over election scrutiny. aljazeera.com US House resolution calls for probe into Pakistan's February vote, which former PM Imran Khan's PTI alleged was rigged.
(2024-06-27). India marks the longest day of the year. ummid.com India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and other South Asian countries Friday June 21, 2024 marked the longest day of the year.
(2024-06-27). Peru in the spotlight for crimes against humanity: Boluarte's government responsible for murders. fidh.org
(2024-06-27). Om Birla vs K Suresh: In a first, Lok Sabha to elect Speaker by vote. ummid.com In a first since independence in 1947, the Lok Sabha will elect Speaker by vote. Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Indian Parliament, and Speaker is leader of the House.
(2024-06-27). Pakistan court rejects Imran Khan, wife appeal in unlawful marriage case. aljazeera.com
(2024-06-27). Egypt, UAE Agree to Join US-Led Gaza Security Force: Report. themedialine.org 
(2024-06-27). Biden and Trump nixed the debate commission. What does it mean for voters? aljazeera.com Experts say the US presidential candidates 'cut their own deals' with networks, giving their campaigns greater control.
(2024-06-27). Mexican Migrants Face Unprecedented Challenges Amid U.S. Asylum Ban. devdiscourse.com Ana Ruiz was dismayed seeing migrants from some countries released in the United States with orders to appear in immigration court while she and other Mexicans were deported on a one-hour bus ride to the nearest border crossing.
(2024-06-27). How do you convince someone to live next to a nuclear waste site? grist.org 
(2024-06-27). Kenyan president drops tax proposals amid deadly protests, announcing austerity measures. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI, Kenya | Xinhua | Kenyan President William Ruto on Wednesday announced that his government had dropped tax hike proposals, which had sparked nationwide protests since June 18 when the financial bill was first made public. Speaking at a news conference in Nairobi, Ruto said his government would institute austerity measures across the board after …
(2024-06-27). Iran presidential election guide. aljazeera.com Iranians are about to elect a new president after the death of Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash in May.
(2024-06-27). Iran-Russia MoU on Gas Transfer to Serve Bilateral Ties, Regional Interests: Acting President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between Tehran and Moscow on potential transfer of Russian gas to the Islamic Republic would help to boost bilateral ties and serve the interests of the two sides and the region, Iran's acting president said.
(2024-06-27). The US dollar and the pound sterling: The role of currencies in the uneven process of decline of hegemonic imperialist powers. links.org.au 
Michael Prà∂bsting — Developments in the second decade of the twentieth century demonstrated that a dominating currency does not guarantee the hegemonic role of a declining Great Power.
(2024-06-27). China's Communist Party expels ex-defence ministers over corruption charges. aljazeera.com Purge targets Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, the expulsions coinciding with heightened tensions with US over Taiwan.
(2024-06-27). Direct 2nd Year Post SSC Diploma 2024 Maharashtra: Application Steps. ummid.com Online registration of the students seeking admission in Direct Second Year (DSD 24) Post SCC Polytechnic Diploma Courses in Engineering and Technology for the year 2024 has been started through the official website dsd24.dtemaharashtra.gov.in.
(2024-06-27). 'People hate you': The French are increasingly rejecting Macron. defenddemocracy.press The French president is omnipresent, despite having pledged to let his prime minister lead the campaign for the upcoming elections. Yet he has never been so unpopular, even within his own camp. By Claire Gatinois and Nathalie Segaunes Jun 26, 2024 This Sunday, June 23, Emmanuel Macron was toying with a new idea, locked away almost …
(2024-06-27). US jails ex-Honduras president Juan Orlando Hernandez for 45 years on drugs charges. scmp.com The former head of state was previously convicted of trafficking hundreds of tonnes of cocaine into the United States.
(2024-06-27). Dismay as Starmer Backs Westminster's 'Winner Takes All' Voting System as Labour Eyes Big Majority. bylinetimes.com 
Labour leader
(2024-06-27). 'It's devastating': As Planned Parenthood's Warminster location closes, Bucks County Dems express concern for abortion access. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Planned Parenthood's Warminster location shutters its doors Friday, leaving Bucks County with one Planned Parenthood location. County Democratic leaders called it a "devastating" blow for reproductive health services. | The closure comes the same week as the second anniversary of the
(2024-06-27). ICPAU, partners announce entries for 2024 Financial Reporting Awards. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Institute of Certified Public Accountants Uganda (ICPAU), the Capital Markets Authority (CMA), the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE), and Vision Group have announced the 14th edition of the Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards. The theme is Promoting Excellence in Corporate Reporting: Disclosing ESG Performance and Progress. CPA Derick Nkajja, …
(2024-06-27). North Korea says it conducted successful test of multiwarhead missile. aljazeera.com It is the first known test of a so-called MIRV by Pyongyang, but South Korea is questioning the claim.
(2024-06-27). West Bengal UG Admission 2024: Registration Begins, Last Date to Apply July 7. ummid.com The West Bengal Council of Higher Education (WBCHSE) has started the registration process for admission in various Undergraduate (UG) courses for the academic year 2024-25.
(2024-06-27). Iran Ranks 4th in Attracting FDI in West Asia: Economy Minister. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Islamic Republic of Iran ranks fourth in West Asia in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) after the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, an official said.
(2024-06-27). US House panels consider how to counter China security threats and 'unfair' trade practices. scmp.com Federal officials and members of Congress repeatedly raise the need to address the national security risks and unfair trade practices posed by China's technology sectors.
(2024-06-27). Spokesman Highlights Iran's Role in Fight against Illicit Drugs Trafficking. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry said despite minimal cooperation from international organizations and the problems caused by sanctions, the country plays a major role in the global fight against narcotics trafficking.
(2024-06-27). Conflicting Claims Surround North Korea's Test Of Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle. twz.com 
(2024-06-27). Afghanistan: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). Iran Discovers Fate in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The continent's path to the FIFA World Cup 2026 was finalized following the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 26 Preliminary Draw — AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road To 26 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.
(2024-06-27). European Union General Affairs Council must address continued rule of law and human rights violations in Hungary and Poland. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and other international NGOs sent a letter to EU ministers ahead of the EU General Affairs Council's meeting on 25 June 2024 where member States will hold a hearing on the situation in Hungary under the Article 7.1 TEU procedure.
In the letter, the signatory organisations point to the continued deterioration of the situation in Hungary, which fails to comply with Europea Union rule of law recommendations. Major concerns include judicial (…) | – |
(2024-06-27). Rule of law in Poland: FIDH denounces the premature closing of Article 7(1) TEU procedure. fidh.org
(2024-06-27). Fraternal parties greet the 32nd CPUSA Convention. cpusa.org 
Editor's Note: The 32nd National Convention of the Communist Party USA took place from June 7-9, 2024 in Chicago, IL. A number of fraternal parties sent greetings to the Party. Those greetings, included below, are from communist parties in Britain, Catalonia, Chile, China, France, Germany, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Laos, Palestine, Peru, Philippians, Portugal, Vietnam. |
| Communist Party of Britain | Dear Comrades, | The Communist Party of Britain sends our warm greetings and every success to the Communist Party USA's 32nd national Convention. | We are confident that this convention will be a step forward in…
(2024-06-27). US sanctions Boeing after it 'blatantly violated' 737 Max 9 probe of door plug blowout. scmp.com The NTSB said Boeing "blatantly violated" investigative regulations by providing non-public investigative information to the media and speculating about possible causes of the January 5 door plug blowout.
(2024-06-27). Documentary film on life and self-sacrificing patriotism of Gennady Zyuganov, Russia's Communist Party leader. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2024-06-27). In a world first, Denmark to tax farmers for gassy cows and pigs. scmp.com Denmark will introduce a levy on farm emissions in what is set to be one of the world's first carbon taxes on agriculture, helping the Nordic nation reach its 2030 climate target.
(2024-06-27). DTE Maharashtra Polytechnic Admission 2024: Last date of application extended. ummid.com DTE Maharashtra Polytechnic Admission 2024: The DTE Maharashtra has extended the last date of application for admission in in Post SSC Diploma Courses in Engineering, Technology and other courses for the year 2024-25.
(2024-06-27). IsDB to Offer ‚Ǩ700 Million Credit to Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) is offering Iran a credit line worth ‚Ǩ700 million following the negotiations made and reimbursement of arrears of the Iranian government at the bank.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). In France, the far-right is way ahead in polls before high-stakes elections. scmp.com France's political future was up in the air as Marine Le Pen's National Rally party had the lead in polls ahead of the two-round elections, June 30 and July 7.
(2024-06-27). Iran to Place Voting Stations at US Border After Canada Denies Election Permission. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran will set up polling stations at the US-Canada border for Iranians residing in Canada after Canadian authorities refused permission for Iranian election activities, according to the official overseeing the process.
(2024-06-27). Revisiting Babri Masjid demolition in the wake of revision in NCERT textbooks. ummid.com The Babri Masjid dispute taught us lessons. Unfortunately, we could not pay enough attention to them. With news about its historical erasure from school textbooks, it is time that we revisit some of these lessons.
(2024-06-27). Equity Bank's Tupange well received in Lira, next stop is Mbarara. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The northern city of Lira was abuzz Wednesday afternoon as many business owners flocked to attend the TUPANGE business forum organised by Equity Bank Uganda Ltd. The Tupange engangement targets Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), with an aim of sharing business growth, financial assistance, and market expansion. "Your business has a high …
(2024-06-27). 60% of Ultra-Orthodox Men Willing To Join Army, but Leadership Out of Sync, Expert Says. themedialine.org 
(2024-06-27). The Heart of America Must Now Become an Official State. fairobserver.com When we think of America's sordid history of colonization, we envision far-away islands and people of different histories and cultures. However, one of our longest-existing colonies is located right at the heart of the nation. I am talking about our very capital. Washington, DC, is treated essentially as a colony by our federal government. The…
(2024-06-27). How Biden-Trump debate could change the trajectory of the 2024 US election race. scmp.com US President Joe Biden and his Republican rival, Donald Trump, will meet for a debate that offers an unparalleled opportunity for both candidates to try to reshape the political narrative.
(2024-06-27). Masaka religious leaders ask gov't for specialized courts. independent.co.ug 
Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A section of religious leaders has asked the government to consider establishing a specialized court that deals with specific disputes arising in religious institutions. During a regional consultation on the RFOs draft policy by the Directorate of Ethics and Integrity held in Masaka city, the religious leaders proposed that the …
(2024-06-27). The Army's New M10 Booker: Deploy Fast And Carry A Big Gun. twz.com The M10 Booker aims to revolutionize how U.S. Army light infantry units fight. It will have the ability to deploy rapidly aboard C-17 cargo jets right alongside the troops it was designed to support. Unlike the far heavier and slower to deploy M1 Abrams, the M10 will be an asset organic to light infantry units, regularly training alongside these agile forces. And while the Abrams excels in taking on other main battle tanks along the forward edge of a fight, the M10 is about taking out armored personnel carriers and other combat vehicles, as well as bunkers and fortifications, on demand for forward-operating li…
(2024-06-27). The Truth About Why RFK Jr. Will Not Be Debating Tonight. fairobserver.com US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump excluded Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) from today's televised presidential debate. That is, I believe, the most logical explanation for why RFK Jr. won't be appearing on stage with the major party candidates this Thursday. Last Thursday was the final deadline to meet broadcaster CNN's…
(2024-06-27). Bolivia coup bid fails after military assault on presidential palace. scmp.com Bolivian armed forces pulled back from the presidential palace in La Paz and two military leaders were arrested after President Luis Arce condemned a 'coup' attempt against the government.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). France's Murdoch? Right-wing media swoop threatens 'pillar of French democracy'. defenddemocracy.press The shock appointment of a far-right editor to run one of France's best-known mainstream newspapers has sparked calls for urgent steps to protect the pluralism and independence of the French press, while underscoring a sharp rightwards shift of the country's media landscape under billionaire Vincent Bolloré. By: Benjamin DODMAN Jul 11, 2023 Since June 22, …
(2024-06-27). Reflections on the Palestinian and Kurdish Resistance: History, challenges and solution perspectives. links.org.au 
This brochure is a compilation of four interviews analysing the Kurdish and Palestinian resistance.
(2024-06-27). German 'Nazi grandma' Ursula Haverbeck, 95, convicted again for Holocaust denial. scmp.com Ursula Haverbeck, who has called the Holocaust the biggest lie in history, has been sentenced to jail several times for such remarks.
(2024-06-27). NARO unveils new disease resistant Irish potato seeds. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two fresh Irish Potato seed varieties have been unveiled in Uganda thanks to months of research by the National Agriculture Research Organization (NARO), and Kachwekano Zonal Agriculture Research Institute. The varieties that have been named NARO Pot 5 and NARO Pot 6 are disease resistant, according to Jorom Kubiriba, the …
(2024-06-27). Chinese migrants smuggled into Italy in luxury cars and exploited, police say. scmp.com The victims crossed the border posing as well-dressed Asian nationals in expensive vehicles, and were later treated like slaves…
(2024-06-27). Works Ministry launches rehabilitation of Mundongo— Nyakiyumbu road in Kasese. independent.co.ug 
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Works and Transport-MoWT has launched the rehabilitation of Mundongo — Nyakiyumbu — Munkunyu road in Kasese district. The rehabilitation works on the 8.3 km stretch will cost 1.2 billion shillings and will be completed in six months. Eng. Wilson Kafifi, who represented the Permanent Secretary at the …
(2024-06-27). 'Labour Should Fight Nigel Farage in Clacton — We're Sitting on a Democratic Powder Keg and the Reform Leader has the Match'. bylinetimes.com 
Is Clacton the bridgehead to national populism in the UK? Just weeks ago, the notion seemed far-fetched.
(2024-06-27). UNICEF — KOICA supported WASH programme winds up in Karamoja. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT| United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund in partnership with the Korean government has handed over Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) facilities to schools after the closure of the 5-year Programme in the Karamoja sub-region. From 2019 — 2023, UNICEF supported the government of Uganda with funding from the Korean government …
(2024-06-27). Does the US still need presidential debates? aljazeera.com There is much to be criticised about the debates, but voters can still learn a lot from formal Trump-Biden face-offs.
(2024-06-27). Bolivia foils military coup attempt: All you need to know. aljazeera.com President Luis Arce asserts authority as army General Juan Jose Zuniga, who was behind the coup d'etat bid, is arrested.
(2024-06-27). Iran presidency still up for grabs as conservatives negotiate pre-election. aljazeera.com Candidates can technically announce their withdrawal until the time of the election on Friday morning.
(2024-06-27). ANTA Unveils Carbon-Neutral Uniforms for Chinese Athletes Ahead of Paris 2024 Olympics. devdiscourse.com On June 25, 2024, ANTA, a leading brand in China's sportswear industry, collaborated with the Chinese Olympic Committee to unveil the carbon-neutral official uniforms for the Chinese Sports Delegation at the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games. The ceremony, held at Shougang in Beijing, featured notable figures including Mr. Zhou Jinqiang from China's General Administration of Sport and Olympic athletes.
(2024-06-27). WinWire Triumphs at Microsoft's 2024 Partner of the Year Awards. devdiscourse.com WinWire today announced a notable victory, securing the Modernizing Applications 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award for its collaborative efforts with Relativity, a global legal technology firm. This accolade highlights WinWire's commitment to enhancing business agility for RelativityOne, their SaaS product.
(2024-06-27). Japan signals it may prop up yen after currency falls to 38-year low. aljazeera.com Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki says authorities watching currency's slide with 'sense of urgency'.
(2024-06-27). SpaceX wins US$843 million to help Nasa destroy International Space Station. scmp.com The firm will build a vehicle capable of pushing the orbiting facility back down to Earth's atmosphere when it's time to retire the station.
(2024-06-27). US regulators said to be approving spot ether ETFs for launch by July 4. scmp.com Eight asset managers, including BlackRock, VanEck, Franklin Templeton and Grayscale Investments, are seeking to launch the funds.
(2024-06-27). US Supreme Court allows emergency abortions in Idaho for now in a limited ruling. scmp.com The ruling reverses the court's earlier order that had allowed an Idaho abortion ban to go into effect, even in medical emergencies.
(2024-06-27). Now, NTA postpones CSIR UGC NET 2024 exam. ummid.com In another decision which could further intensify protests against the National Testing Agency (NTA), the exam conducting authority has postponed the CSIR UGC NET June 2024 exam.
(2024-06-27). US: An Outlier in Denying Voting Rights for Criminal Convictions. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Spellman Bernard Smith, Jr., 78, center, stands in line with other voters at Rosemont Middle School in Norfolk, Virginia, on Election Day, November 8, 2016, to cast his vote. Smith, who has a felony conviction, recently had his voting rights restored and was able to cast a vote for president for the first time. | © 2016 Bill Tiernan/The Virginian-Pilot via AP…
(2024-06-27). Proteas Break Semi-Final Jinx: March to Maiden T20 World Cup Final Unbeaten. devdiscourse.com South Africa's complicated relationship with World Cup semifinals, once a Shakespearean tragedy, finds its resolution. Shedding the notorious tag of perennial 'chokers', the Proteas stride into their inaugural T20 World Cup final unbeaten in Tarouba, Trinidad, after confidently overcoming Afghanistan.
(2024-06-27). KCET 2024 Document Verification start date, schedule published. ummid.com The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released on its official website kea.kar.nic.in document verification schedule of the students whose names have appeared in the KCET 2024 Merit List and Rank, and those who are eligible for Karnataka UGCET 2024 counselling.
(2024-06-27). Chris Silverwood Steps Down as Sri Lanka's Coach After T20 World Cup Exit. devdiscourse.com In a significant development, Sri Lanka's head coach Chris Silverwood has stepped down, as announced by the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Thursday. This decision comes in the wake of the team's poor performance in the ongoing T20 World Cup.
(2024-06-27). UGEAC 2024 Merit List, Rank Card Today – Check Here. ummid.com UGEAC 2024 Rank Card: Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECE) is releasing today i.e. Tuesday June 25 2024 UGEAC Merit List 2024 and Rank Card of UGEAC 2024 prepared for Under Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling 2024 conducted for admission in First Year BE / BTech engineering courses in Government Engineering Colleges of Bihar on its official website bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
(2024-06-27). Contenders quit race ahead of Iran's presidential poll as campaigning ends. aljazeera.com Withdrawal of two candidates comes ahead of snap election after death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash.
(2024-06-27). Conservative Party Blitzes Facebook with Hundreds of 'Desperate' Campaign Adverts Falsely Claiming Labour Plans to Hit Drivers With a 'National ULEZ'. bylinetimes.com 
The Conservative Party has been accused of pushing "desperate" lies about its opponents, after it paid for hundreds of targeted Facebook adverts falsely warning drivers that the Labour Party has committed to rolling out national road charging. | It comes as the party was also accused of trying to "mislead" voters, after it rebranded one of its social media organisations as an independent fact-checking group. | The new video adverts, which have been individualised to target areas around the country, wrongly claim that "Labour's national ULEZ" is "coming to a road near you this July". | Newspaper clippings about…
(2024-06-27). Iranian Election Official Details Voting Procedures, Candidate Withdrawals. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's Election Headquarters announced preparations for the upcoming presidential election, including setting up more than 58,000 polling stations nationwide, as two candidates withdrew from the race.
(2024-06-27). Xi meets Vietnamese PM. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING, June 26 | Xinhua | Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Prime Minister of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh in Beijing on Wednesday. Chinh is in China to attend the 2024 Summer Davos. Xi asked Chinh to convey his cordial greetings to Nguyen Phu Trong, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee, …
(2024-06-27). Revolutionizing Construction: The FAZ II Plus Bolt Anchor's New Era. devdiscourse.com The FAZ II Plus bolt anchor emerges as a game-changer in construction, boasting superior tensile load-bearing capacity and material strength, as validated by European Technical Assessment (ETA). It simplifies the installation process for sizes ranging from M8 to M24, thanks to a streamlined method that eliminates the need for cleaning drill holes.
(2024-06-27). How Hardik Pandya turned boos into cheers in India's T20 World Cup 2024 run. aljazeera.com After being the target of fans' scorn in the IPL, Hardik Pandya has been on the path to redemption at the T20 World Cup.
(2024-06-27). The Politicized Texas Grid: Sheridan Calls for Transparency (and Mea Culpas). wattsupwiththat.com It's time for a candid conversation about the state's energy policies—one that acknowledges the true costs and challenges of a blindly pro-renewables approach and seeks solutions that ensure the resilience of the grid and the well-being of Texans.
(2024-06-27). The end of the petrodollar era. unitedworldint.com On August 15, 1971, US President Richard Nixon gave a television speech in which he announced the cancellation of direct international conversion from the dollar to gold. This move effectively led to the collapse of the Bretton Woods international monetary system established after World War II, under which the US dollar was convertible into gold …
(2024-06-27). China to review complaint over 'biased practices' from EU, adding heat to already sizzling dispute. scmp.com A Chinese trade group has levied a formal grievance against EU trade practices, further complicating relations that have already reached their boiling point.
(2024-06-27). France's new left-wing alliance unveils ambitious economic programme — and how they'll pay for it. defenddemocracy.press The left-wing New Popular Front coalition announced in a joint press conference Friday just how much its ambitious economic programme is going to cost — and how it's going to fund it. But for a left fighting against decades of neoliberal economic orthodoxy, convincing voters that alternatives are possible could prove an uphill struggle. By: …
(2024-06-27). China's multi-trillion-dollar 'time bomb' imperils global markets: US House. scmp.com Ratings agencies S&P Global and Moody's accused of failing to reflect risk posed by mainland's local government financing vehicles.
(2024-06-27). Iran Offers Condolences to Niger over Deadly Terrorist Attack. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned a terrorist attack in Niger that killed a number of soldiers and civilians, extending condolences to the government and people of the African country.
(2024-06-27). Shop owners in Tanzania go on strike over unfair tax estimations. independent.co.ug 
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania | Xinhua | Shop owners in Tanzania's six regions have shut down their shops and gone on strike over what they termed unfair tax estimations by revenue authorities. The strike by the shop owners began Monday in Kariakoo, a hectic shopping center in the port city of Dar es Salaam. It …
(2024-06-27). Anzac religion unfitting in multicultural Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-06-27). BJP leader threatens to 'slaughter 200,000 Muslims' over cow incident. aljazeera.com Karnell Singh, a leader from the ruling Hindu nationalist BJP, threatened to 'slaughter 200,000 Muslims'.
(2024-06-27). What is the UK election betting scandal all about? aljazeera.com What is the scandal about, who is under investigation and what does it mean for the ruling Conservative Party?>
(2024-06-27). 2 dead as Kenya police fire on protesters after president scraps tax hikes. scmp.com Kenyan police fired tear gas at demonstrators in the capital Nairobi on Thursday, a day after the government agreed to scrap contentious tax hikes following deadly protests.
(2024-06-27). ACHPR 79: The African Commission's Resolution on Sudan signals a positive step towards concrete engagement on the resolution of the conflict. fidh.org
(2024-06-27). NTA Chief sacked, Govt orders CBI probe, NEET PG 2024 postponed. ummid.com Amid the intensifying protests against paper leak and irregularities in various entrance exams, the Narendra Modi government Saturday sacked the National Testing Agency (NTA) Chief, ordered CBI probe into alleged irregularities in NEET UG even as Health Ministry postponed NEET PG.
(2024-06-27). Nigeria needs Centralized Hajj Operating System: CSO. ummid.com Independent Hajj Reporters, (IHR), a civil society organization (cso), has called on the National Assembly to amend the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Act to ensure a cohesive and effective Hajj operating system in Nigeria.
(2024-06-27). Explore: Cutting-Edge Techniques in Cardiac Surgery. ummid.com Modern advancements in heart surgery are providing new hope for patients suffering cardiac difficulties, even though maintaining a healthy lifestyle through food, exercise, and stress management is essential for prevention.
(2024-06-27). Supreme Court orders transfer of Kasiwukira murder convict to Luzira. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Supreme Court in Kampala has ordered the Kasese Prison authorities to transfer a Police Officer, Jayden Ashraf who was found guilty of murdering businessman Eriya Bugembe Ssebunya commonly known as Kasiwukira to Luzira Upper Prison. Kasiwukira was killed by a speeding vehicle on October 17th, 2014 while jogging near …
(2024-06-27). Abandoned legacy: The left of Iran and Palestinians. links.org.au 
Omid Montazeri charts the entwined histories of resistance and collaboration between the Iranian Marxist and muslim groups and Palestinian liberation.
(2024-06-27). Fourth of July concerts, Bucks-Mont Pride Fest, 'Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me!' and more in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
(2024-06-27). Depression Can Be Successfully Treated if Recognized Early. plusnews.ug 
Depression affects almost 19 million people each year according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Mental health experts emphasize that depression can be successfully treated with early recognition, intervention, and support. Depression is a mood disorder causing persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. It often develops in individuals who have experienced abuse or …
(2024-06-27). Malaysia 1MDB scandal: Jho Low to forfeit Warhol, Monet art in US$100 million settlement with US. scmp.com The fugitive financier will also give up a luxury Paris flat and real estate and bank accounts in Hong Kong, Singapore and Switzerland.
(2024-06-27). Amirabdollahian Opened New Era in Defense of Resistance: IRGC Quds Force Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Quds Force Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani paid tribute to late Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, praising him for his support for resistance.
(2024-06-27). Protests against India mosque demolition. aljazeera.com There have been protests in Delhi in India where authorities bulldozed parts of a mosque due to alleged encroachment.
(2024-06-27). Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer clash in final TV debate before UK election. scmp.com With opposition Labour enjoying a huge lead in polls, the event was the PM's last big opportunity to give his Tories a fighting chance.
(2024-06-27). Eastern Cape MECs to shape strategic direction of the province. sanews.gov.za Eastern Cape MECs to shape strategic direction of the province | The Eastern Cape provincial government says the diverse expertise and leadership of the new Members of the Executive Council (MECs) will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the provincial government. | The provincial government recently welcomed the new MECs announced by Premier Oscar Mabuyane as part of the seventh administration, after he was sworn in as Eastern Cape Premier. | Mabuyane has made two adjustments to the executive council. These include the appointment of the new Health MEC Ntandokazi Capa, and Sport, Recreation…
(2024-06-27). Iran Condemns Bolivia Coup Attempt. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the recent coup attempt in Bolivia and called for the restoration of democracy and the return of power to the legitimate government.
(2024-06-27). Two arrested for extorting money from PDM beneficiaries in Masindi. independent.co.ug 
Masindi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two people have been arrested for allegedly extorting money from the beneficiaries of the Parish Development Model-PDM. The suspects who were arrested on Tuesday have been identified as John Ayesiga, the Chairperson of Tukole Hamu PDM Group in Muramura Village, and Edward Irumba, the LC1 Chairperson for Muramura Village in …
(2024-06-27). French women's rights supporters march against far right ahead of snap polls. defenddemocracy.press Thousands of people on Sunday rallied in Paris and other cities across France to denounce the far-right National Rally party's "false feminism" and the "real danger" it poses to women's rights. The demonstrations came exactly a week before France's snap parliamentary elections, with polls showing the National Rally and its allies leading the first round …
(2024-06-27). Kim-Putin deal may kick off a new and dangerous superpower competition. scmp.com Could this be the start of more such alliances, carving the world into a zigzag of defence treaties forcing great powers to fight one another?
(2024-06-27). Museveni Pledges Continued Support to NRA Veterans in Greater Kibaale. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pledged ongoing support to the National Resistance Army (NRA) war veterans in Greater Kibaale for their pivotal role in bringing the National Resistance Movement (NRM) government to power. Greater Kibaale comprises Kibaale, Kagadi, and Kakumiro districts. During a meeting on Wednesday, at State House Entebbe with 291 civilian war veterans …
(2024-06-27). What Pa. voters can expect from Biden and Trump's historic presidential debate. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump A
(2024-06-27). Indonesia's Tenggerese pray for rain as climate change threatens crops. aljazeera.com Thousands of people trek to the top of Mount Bromo and end their ritual by hurling offerings into the volcano's crater.
(2024-06-27). US Supreme Court blocks OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma's settlement shielding owners from lawsuits. scmp.com The Supreme Court rejected a settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would have shielded members of the Sackler family, who own the company, from civil lawsuits.
(2024-06-27). Bolivia coup bid fails after military assault on presidential palace. scmp.com Bolivian armed forces pulled back from the presidential palace in La Paz and a general was arrested after President Luis Arce condemned a 'coup' attempt against the government.
(2024-06-27). 2 giant pandas set off from China to the US — for first time in over 20 years. scmp.com The male Yun Chuan and female Xin Bao are expected to arrive later this week at the San Diego Zoo, travelling 7,000 miles from a research and conservation facility in Sichuan province.
(2024-06-27). Kenya's Ruto Concedes To Protesters, To Withdraw Controversial Bill After Deadly Parliament Storming. hindustantimes.com Kenya President William Ruto, on June 26, delcared he won't sign the controversial tax bill. President Ruto said that he has accepted that Kenyans have "loudly" rejected the tax bill. Ruto's announcement came after protesters stormed the parliament and set a section of it on fire. Watch for more.
(2024-06-27). Hong Kong needs more than an incinerator to achieve its zero waste goal. scmp.com Lessons from cities such as Tokyo and Taipei can help Hong Kong adopt a holistic approach to waste management.
(2024-06-27). The secret to decarbonizing buildings might be right under your feet. grist.org 
Along with earthworms, rocks, and the occasional skeleton, there's a massive battery right under your feet. Unlike a flammable lithium ion battery, though, this one is perfectly stable, free to use, and ripe for sustainable exploitation: the Earth itself. | While temperatures above-ground fluctuate throughout the year, the ground stays a stable temperature, meaning it's humming with geothermal energy that engineers can exploit. "Every building sits on a thermal asset," said Cameron Best, director of business development at Brightcore Energy in New York, which deploys geothermal systems. "I really don't think t…
(2024-06-27). Indian Retail Brands Embrace Omni-Channel Strategies to Boost Consumer Experiences. ummid.com Adopting omni-channel retailing allows brands to meet the demands of today's Indian consumers, offering convenience, diversity, and connectivity.
(2024-06-27). Georgia : Serious deterioration of the situation of human rights defenders. fidh.org In recent years, human rights defenders in Georgia have faced escalating threats and violence, exacerbated by hostile rhetoric from the government and high-ranking officials in the country. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (OMCT-FIDH) and the Human Rights Center denounce the worsening conditions for civil society in Georgia and call on the authorities to ensure effective, timely, and objective investigations into attacks against human rights defenders and to put (…) | – |
(2024-06-27). 'Woefully behind': Pa. advocates hope more support for historic revitalization is part of the state's budget. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Preservationists and developers are keeping their fingers crossed for new state funding to revitalize historic buildings. | Two bills introduced this month would significantly raise the annual cap for the state's
(2024-06-27). President Museveni Receives Preliminary Results of 2024 National Population and Housing Census. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today received the preliminary results of the 2024 National Population and Housing Census at a function held at Kampala. He congratulated the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) for conducting a successful exercise and commended Ugandans for embracing the census. "I also congratulate Ugandans for listening to our advice and embracing …
(2024-06-27). The Heat: China-Peru Relations. america.cgtn.com 
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). Liga àÅrabe reclama fin de agresión contra Gaza y de ocupación israelí. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 jun (RHC) La Liga àÅrabe advirtió que el fin de la guerra en la Franja de Gaza es hoy una necesidad urgente ante la crisis humanitaria que vive ese territorio, al tiempo que reclamó el fin de la ocupación israelí.
(2024-06-27). Presidente de la Asamblea General de la ONU realizará visita oficial a Cuba. cubadebate.cu El presidente de la 78 Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas, Dennis Francis, viajará este 27 de junio a Cuba para una visita de trabajo que incluirá un encuentro con el presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel, informó su oficina.
(2024-06-27). Abre sus puertas la Feria Internacional ExpoCaribe 2024. cubadebate.cu Con la participación de más de 300 empresas cubanas y 46 representaciones de entidades extranjeras, se inició hoy la XIX edición de la Feria Internacional Expocaribe 2024. Oscar Pérez-Oliva, ministro de Comercio Exterior y la Inversión Extranjera, señaló que la cita constituye espacio propicio para fomentar los vínculos económicos comerciales.
(2024-06-27). Copa América: Ecuador vence a Jamaica a ritmo de reggae. cubadebate.cu Ecuador y Jamaica se enfrentaban para lograr sus primeros puntos en esta Copa América, encuadrados en el grupo B junto a México y Venezuela. Los de Félix Sánchez tenían la baja de su goleador, Enner Valencia, mientras que los jamaicanos tenían como principal amenaza al delantero del West Ham, Michail Antonio.
(2024-06-27). Cuba comprometida con el trabajo de la ALADI. radiohc.cu Hasta diciembre venidero Cuba ocupará la presidencia pro témpore del Comité de Representantes de la ALADI, Asociación Latinoamericana de Integración, una alta responsabilidad que ha calificado como un honor y un compromiso con el trabajo del organismo a favor de desarrollar los vínculos solidarios y de cooperación con las naciones del área.
(2024-06-27). Alexander Urquiola: la unión es la principal arma de los Vegueros de Pinar. radiohc.cu Pinar del Río, 27 jun (ACN) Para el mentor Alexander Urquiola la unión del equipo Vegueros de Pinar del Río constituye la principal arma para asumir los play off de la LXIII Serie Nacional de Béisbol, que comienzan este jueves.
(2024-06-27). Primer debate presidencial. radiohc.cu El primer debate presidencial entre los virtuales candidatos demócrata y republicano, el presidente, Joe Biden, que busca la reelección y el expresidente, Donald Trump, que intenta su regreso a la Casa Blanca, respectivamente, tendrá lugar el jueves 27 de junio y será organizado por los estudios de CNN, en Atlanta.
(2024-06-27). Cuba cede ante Dominicana en Copa Norceca Final Six de Voleibol. radiohc.cu Santo Domingo, 27 jun (PL).- La selección femenina de voleibol de Cuba cedió tres sets por cero frente al conjunto de República Dominicana, en el partido inaugural de la Copa Panam Norceca Final Six, que proseguirá hoy en esta capital.
(2024-06-27). Bolivia, freno a reedición de golpes. radiohc.cu Con valentía y el anuncio de las fuerzas sociales de que se opondrían a una asonada, el gobierno boliviano, bajo la conducción del presidente Luis Arce, logró sofocar el intento de golpe del ahora ex jefe del ejército, Juan José Zúñiga.
(2024-06-27). Trabajadores argentinos rechazarán Ley àìmnibus. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 jun (RHC) Los trabajadores argentinos protagonizarán hoy una nueva jornada de protestas contra la llamada Ley àìmnibus, que será analizada nuevamente en la Cámara de Diputados.
(2024-06-27). Participan investigadores cubanos en reunión regional sobre programas de laboratorios de inocuidad de los alimentos. radiohc.cu Cienfuegos, 27 jun (RHC) Investigadores cubanos participan en la Reunión Regional sobre un Programa de Comparación entre Laboratorios para Laboratorios de Inocuidad de los Alimentos, que desde el pasado día 24 tiene lugar en Bogotá, Colombia.
(2024-06-27). Presidente de Cuba visita centros económicos de Isla de la Juventud. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 junio (RHC) El presidente cubano, Miguel Díaz-Canel, recorrió hoy centros de interés económico y social del occidental municipio especial Isla de la Juventud, como parte de las visitas gubernamentales que realiza en todo el país.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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".
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). Presidente Maduro alerta sobre violencia de la extrema derecha. telesurtv.net El mandatario le expresó al pueblo venezolano que es necesario cuidar la paz.
(2024-06-27). 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".
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). López Obrador asegura que continuará investigación del caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El presidente destacó que "bajo ninguna circunstancia se va a cerrar el caso".
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). Eurocopa 2024: Georgia derrota a la Portugal de Cristiano Ronaldo. cubadebate.cu Aunque los portugueses ya estaban clasificados para la siguiente ronda y apelaron a un equipo alternativo, la victoria representó el mejor resultado para Georgia desde su nacimiento como país en 1991.
(2024-06-27). Realizan en Venezuela primera graduación del Diplomado de Formación Médica Integral de doctores cubanos (+Fotos y Audio). radiohc.cu Cargada de emociones y compromisos, se realizó en Caracas la primera graduación del Diplomado de Formación Médica Integral de jóvenes doctores cubanos, quienes a partir de ahora llevarán su profesionalidad y amor al pueblo venezolano.
(2024-06-27). Brasil busca boleto semifinalista en Liga de Naciones de voleibol. radiohc.cu Lodz, Polonia, 27 jun (PL.- Brasil buscará hoy aquí su boleto a las semifinales de la Liga de Naciones de voleibol para hombres ante la poderosa Polonia en el segundo compromiso de los cuartos de final.
(2024-06-27). Gaceta Oficial de la República de Cuba publica prórroga de importaciones sin carácter comercial. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 junio (RHC) Cuba Autoriza, excepcionalmente y con carácter temporal hasta el 30 de septiembre de 2024, la importación sin carácter comercial, sin límites en su valor y exenta del pago del Impuesto aduanero de alimentos, aseo, medicamentos e insumos médicos, por la vía de pasajeros como equipaje acompañado.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). En La Habana arranca ciclo de cine mexicano de terror. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 jun (RHC) Terror Mx: Ciclo de cine mexicano de terror comienza hoy en esta capital con las palabras del profesor y crítico Nicolás Ruiz, quien realizó la selección de las obras.
(2024-06-27). Ciencia de Cuba proyecta desarrollo en la inteligencia artificial. radiohc.cu Camagàºey, Cuba, 27 junio (RHC) La informatización de la sociedad y la inteligencia artificial resultan hoy dos caminos para la ciencia en Cuba, y hacia ello se enfoca la Universidad de Camagàºey (UC).
(2024-06-27). Cuba y Vietnam fortalecen nexos interparlamentarios. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 junio (RHC) Cuba y Vietnam abogaron por fortalecer sus relaciones parlamentarias en un intercambio virtual entre dirigentes de los legislativos de ambos países, informó hoy la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular (ANPP).
(2024-06-27). PMA y Francia, por soberanía alimentaria resiliente y sostenible en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 jun (RHC) El Programa Mundial de Alimentos, PMA, con el respaldo económico de las Naciones de Francia, Italia y Japón realizan la entrega de donativos de micronutrientes en polvo para niñas y niños entre 6 a 23 meses de edad en todo el país.
(2024-06-27). Estados Unidos 2024: Día de debate Biden-Trump. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 jun (RHC) El esperado primer debate presidencial entre Joe Biden y Donald Trump, los dos principales oponentes en las elecciones de Estados Unidos en 2024, se celebrará hoy en Atlanta, Georgia.
(2024-06-27). Cuba aboga por unidad de los pueblos en foro de Celac. radiohc.cu Tegucigalpa, 27 junio (RHC) Cuba insistió hoy en la importancia de fortalecer la unidad de los pueblos de la región y de las fuerzas de izquierdas y progresistas, durante el II foro social de la Comunidad de Estados Latinoamericanos y Caribeños.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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.
(2024-06-27). 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).