(2024-07-11). Israeli snipers 'shooting' at Palestinians fleeing Gaza City. newarab.com 
Paramedics have also been unable to retrieve bodies and bury them due to the dangerous conditions posed by the Israeli army, as war and violence continue to rage. | Additionally, a spokesperson for the Gaza…
(2024-07-11). Israeli snipers accused of attacking fleeing civilians in Gaza. aljazeera.com Palestinians who fled Gaza City after Israeli evacuation order say snipers shot dead civilians near Yarmouk stadium.
(2024-07-11). Israel and Hamas signal acceptance of interim government in Gaza. newarab.com 
According to the column by US journalist David Ignatius, the interim government will commence with phase two and security would be provided by forces trained by the US and backed by "moderate Arab allies".
(2024-07-11). Israel legalises W. Bank outpost in latest settlement expansion. newarab.com 
Israel has made official an illegal outpost in the The Evyatar post was among five illegal outposts to be legalised by the Israeli government recently, after the decision was previously delayed. The land on which the outpost was built on measures 65 dunams, according…
(2024-07-11). Visualising how Israel keeps stealing Palestinian land. aljazeera.com Israel has illegally seized more land this year than over the past 20 years combined.
(2024-07-11). Israeli massacres 'harden Gaza truce position': Hamas official. newarab.com 
In recent days, Israeli forces have increased raids in northern Gaza as heavy fighting again raged in the far-southern city of Rafah. | Attacks have also intensified in Gaza City, with several shelters for the displa…
(2024-07-11). Support For Zionism Collapsing On All Fronts. popularresistance.org Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's July 1 admission — that his country's army needed 10,000 more soldiers immediately — might have shocked the world even one year ago. But since Hamas launched the Al-Aqsa Flood operation on October 7, the Zionist apartheid state has been beset by a multitude of crises. In the past nine months, about 900 officers in the Israeli military "have requested to review the release of their contracts." (palestinechronicle.com, July 1) | It may not be that every one of these 900 officers is motivated by conscience. But whatever the motive, these figures point to the fact t…
(2024-07-11). US To Resume Shipments of 500-Pound Bombs To Israel. news.antiwar.com The Biden administration is sending a shipment of 500-pound bombs to Israel that it initially delayed as a public relations stunt to make it appear that the US was doing something to rein in Israel's killing of civilians. The US is still withholding a shipment of 2,000-pound bombs, but it has sent 14,000 of them …
(2024-07-11). Palestinian released from Israeli jail with signs of torture. newarab.com 
(2024-07-11). Hezbollah Pledges Formidable Retaliation to Any Israeli Aggression. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The secretary general of Hezbollah said the Lebanese resistance movement is undaunted by the prospect of conflict with Israel.
(2024-07-11). Nonstop News Stories Proving Palestine Supporters Right About Everything. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Haaretz has a new report out showing that the IDF has seized more than a quarter of Gaza's territory, and is supporting moves by Israeli settlers to build on the areas that have been carved off from the Palestinian enclave.
(2024-07-11). Israel has abducted 9,600 Palestinians in West Bank since October: Rights groups. presstv.ir The figure includes 325 women, 670 children and 88 journalists.
(2024-07-11). Israeli Colonizers Burn Palestinian Lands, Property, Near Salfit. imemc.org 
On Wednesday, illegal paramilitary Israeli colonizers burnt large areas of Palestinian lands, electricity poles, closed roads leading to farmlands, and fired live rounds at the Palestinians in Yasuf village, east of Salfit, in the occupied West Bank's central part. Wa'el Abu Madi, the head of Yasuf Village Council, said the paramilitary colonizers invaded the Khallet …
(2024-07-11). Israel expands invasion after 'horrific massacres' in Gaza's Shujaiya. presstv.ir At least 60 bodies were recovered in Gaza's Shujayea district after Israel's ground onslaught.
(2024-07-11). Srebrenica massacre commemorated in Bosnia under the shadow of Gaza. middleeasteye.net 
Srebrenica massacre commemorated in Bosnia under the shadow of Gaza | Massacre of 8,000 men and boys during Bosnian civil war has drawn comparisons with ongoing violence in Gaza and Sudan | | A Bosnian Muslim survivor of Srebrenica mourns near the coffin of a relative on 11 July 2024, on the 29th an…
(2024-07-11). Bosnian Muslims commemorate 1995 Srebrenica genocide. newarab.com 
Thousands crowded into the Bosnian town of On July 11, 1995, Bosnian Serb forces captured the eastern Bosnian town – which was then a UN-protected enclave — and killed 8,000 Muslim men and boys in the following days. | It was the worst massacre in E…
(2024-07-11). Peru's President Boluarte visits China amid domestic crises and global tensions. wsws.org Two days after she left for China, human rights NGOs asked the International Criminal Court to investigate the massacre of 49 Peruvians following the December 2022 coup that brought Boluarte to power.
(2024-07-11). What Hezbollah's New Drone Footage Reveals About Israel's "Impenetrable" Defenses. mintpressnews.com A second video of Hezbollah drone reconnaissance was released this Tuesday, detailing 23 Israeli military and intelligence sites in the illegally occupied Golan Heights region. Not only does this demonstrate the Lebanese armed groups' Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) capabilities, but it also indicates future targets and the depth of knowledge possessed on what they seek to hit. | On June 18, Hezbollah's military media released its first aerial reconnaissance sortie carried out by a Hudhud drone over the Haifa Bay area. The video lasted 10 minutes and was edited to point out critical infrastructure that could be tar…
(2024-07-11). 'Israel', US Shift Crosshairs on Lebanon as Hezbollah Overtakes 'Israel's' Air 'Superiority'. orinocotribune.com By Julia Kassem — Jul 7, 2024 | The script has been flipped: The Israeli military is now unable to send its drones and jets into Lebanon, and Hezbollah's are crossing into occupied Palestine unintercepted, reaching their targets, and fulfilling their missions. | In the immediate aftermath of the 2006 war, the Zionist entity attempted to save face by claiming that nobody had won, despite the failure of "Israel's" objectives, the ability for Hezbollah to push off an Israeli invasion and inflict massive soldier casualties and military losses, and "Israel's" failure to achieve its intended goals of disabling and…
(2024-07-11). FO ∞ Talks: Divided Israel Faces New Hezbollah Threats and Rising US Tensions. fairobserver.com In this edition of FO ∞ Talks, Fair Observer Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh discusses the rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah with Josef Olmert, a professor of Middle Eastern studies and former Israeli government official. Tensions in the region have been rising recently, and Hezbollah chief is warning of a war with Israel with no red lines….
(2024-07-11). Hezbollah drones pound Israeli artillery position in occupied territories. presstv.ir Hezbollah fighters have launched a drone strike against an Israeli artillery position in the northern part of the occupied territories, hitting the designated target precisely.
(2024-07-11). Hezbollah's weapons to overwhelm Israel's air defense if Lebanon attacked: US daily. presstv.ir Hezbollah has a large weapons arsenal that could overwhelm Israel's air defense systems in case of a full-scale war on Lebanon, an American newspaper says.
(2024-07-11). Nasrallah: a ceasefire on the Lebanese front is dependent on a ceasefire in Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org In a speech, the Hezbollah leader affirmed that the Axis of Resistance will stand by the Palestinian resistance until a ceasefire is achieved…
(2024-07-11). Hezbollah's Nasrallah: Hamas negotiates for Axis of Resistance. newarab.com 
(2024-07-11). Hezbollah Strikes Sensitive Israeli Base in 'Largest' Drone Attack Yet. orinocotribune.com
(2024-07-11). Nasrallah says Hezbollah knows no fear of war with Israel. presstv.ir The secretary-general of the Lebanese resistance movement pledged formidable retaliation in case of a potential assault by Israel.
(2024-07-11). Lebanon wartime fests: Tone-deaf hedonism or coping strategy. newarab.com 
(2024-07-11). Israeli critically wounded in drone strike on north; Israeli negotiators return from Qatar. haaretz.com Washington Post reports Israel and Hamas agree that neither side would rule in Gaza during the second phase of potential hostage deal ‚ñ Biden administration to transfer delayed bombs to Israel soon, heavier shells still on hold ‚ñ Defense chief Gallant: Israel has 'limited window' for hostage deal, risks can be overcome ‚ñ Nasrallah: If Israel and Hamas strike Gaza truce, Lebanon fighting will immediately halt ‚ñ IDF says it attacked Syrian army targets that breached buffer zone on countries' border ‚ñ Israel orders all Palestinians…
(2024-07-11). Hamas urges ICC probe after Israeli soldiers admit killing Palestinians out of 'boredom'. presstv.ir Hamas has called on the ICC to investigate recent confessions by Israeli soldiers about their systematic war crimes in the ongoing Gaza genocide.
(2024-07-11). Lessons of the witch-hunt against Australian Senator Fatima Payman: Labor is a party of war and repression. wsws.org Labor's support for the Gaza genocide is inseparable from its commitment to imperialist war globally.
(2024-07-11). Americans, Your Grace Period is Over. pressenza.com It's Time: | No Ifs, Ands or Buts about This: | Israel is carrying out a genocide in Gaza. The actual number of Palestinians who have died in Israel's illegal invasion is, conservatively, between 38,000 and 200,000, 75 percent of whom have been women and children. (1) What isn't being discussed in Western corporate media is the fact that 800,000 "displaced" Palestinian Gazans are currently unaccounted for. (2) | With the borders to neighboring countries sealed off, this means that the majority of those displaced are either dead or they've fled to the Sinai desert, where they will surely die…
(2024-07-11). Remains of 14 Srebrenica victims buried 29 years after genocide. aljazeera.com Thousands of people commemorate the 1995 genocide two months after the UN created an annual day of remembrance.
(2024-07-11). Day 279: "Dozens Killed As Israel Continues To Bomb Gaza" imemc.org 
On Thursday, Day 279 of the ongoing genocide in the destroyed, starved, and besieged Gaza Strip, the Israeli army continued the bombing of various parts of the coastal enclave, killing and wounding dozens of Palestinians. The Israeli army said it concluded its offensive in the Sheja'eyya neighborhood of Gaza City after two weeks of continued …
(2024-07-11). Israel displaces more Palestinians amid operations in north, south Gaza. presstv.ir Israeli forces conducted military operations in Gaza City in the north and the cities of Rafah and Khan Younis in the south.
(2024-07-11). To reach a hostage deal, Israel must address its control of Rafah and Egypt-Gaza border. haaretz.com Egypt is demanding that Israel withdraw from the Gaza border and that the PA operate the crossing in Gaza, while Israel demands assurance that international forces will be able to oversee the Gaza-Egypt border, amidst fragile hostage negotiations…
(2024-07-11). Iraqi court sentences Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's widow to death. newarab.com 
The Karkh Criminal Court in "The convicted terrorist detained Yazidi women in her house, who were then kidnapped by ISIS militants in the Sinjar district, west of Nineveh province," accordi…
(2024-07-11). Headlines for July 11, 2024. democracynow.org Israel Continues Deadly Attacks on Gaza City, Pulls Out of Shuja'iyya After Decimating It, Ceasefire Talks Continue After Doha Meeting Btw. CIA Dir. Burns and Officials from Qatar, Egypt and Israel, U.S. Resuming Delivery of 500-Pound Bombs to Israel, NATO Reaffirms Weapons, Membership Support for Ukraine, Attacks Beijing for Ties with Russia, Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Yulia Navalnaya, Sentences 2 Women to Prison for Theater Production, U.N. Report Confirms Ugandan, Rwandan Support of M23 Rebels in Eastern Congo, Biden to Deliver Press Conference Amid Spiraling Debate over His Run for Presidency, …
(2024-07-11). After violent crackdown, UC Santa Cruz continues to trample student and faculty rights. indybay.org In a June 12 account in Mondoweiss, Students for Justice in Palestine at UC Santa Cruz detailed the brutal, nine-hour, multi-agency police assault against unarmed protesters on their campus.
(2024-07-11). Why the West Bank is on the verge of economic collapse. mondoweiss.net 
The West Bank's economic crisis and the expansion of Israel's settlements are connected. Here's how.
(2024-07-11). Columbia University protester says Gaza campaign won't stop. aljazeera.com The demonstrations on US college campuses against the Gaza war are just the start, according to this protester.
(2024-07-11). Friday 7/12: CodePink & Mega Mouth Rebels Action for Palestine. indybay.org 456 Montgomery in San Francisco…
(2024-07-11). Aid workers 'cannot access' areas of war-hit Sudan: Red Cross. newarab.com 
(2024-07-11). Houthi: US, UK naval forces terrified of Yemen's ballistic missiles. presstv.ir The leader of the Ansarullah resistance movement says the US and its allies are unable to stop Yemen's maritime operations against Israeli-affiliated vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
(2024-07-11). Project Total Control: Everything Is a Weapon When Totalitarianism Is Normalized. dissidentvoice.org 
The U.S. government is working to re-shape the country in the image of a totalitarian state. This has remained true over the past 50-plus years no matter which political party held office. This will remain true no matter who wins the 2024 presidential election. In the midst of the partisan furor over Project 2025, a …
(2024-07-11). Parts of South Sudan 'on brink of famine', charity warns. newarab.com 
Since it gained independence in 2011, the world's newest nation has remained South Sudan is e…
(2024-07-11). Experts Find Gaza Death Toll Far Higher Than Reported, Gaza Famine, School Bombings & Ceasefire Lies. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (7/10/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-07-11). Famine threat looms over Gaza, UN warns. ecns.cn A group of independent experts and special rapporteurs of the United Nations have said famine was now gripping the Gaza Strip as children die from malnutrition amid Israel's alleged starvation campaign as bombings of schools continued.
(2024-07-11). Donors no longer support Biden and want another candidate: "Democrats are in a tizzy" infobrics.org Biden pushing delusional that "Ukraine will prevail" over Russia at NATO Summit.
(2024-07-11). Russia and India Unite at International Scientific Workshop. infobrics.org Over 200 people participated in the International Workshop on High Energy and Special Materials (HEMs-2023) held at the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) in India. Scientists exchanged their experience in the field of high-energy and specialty metallic and composite materials…
(2024-07-11). How BRICS Became So Much More Than Just a Slogan. infobrics.org The BRICS emerging-market nations — the acronym stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — has gone from a slogan dreamed up at an investment bank two decades ago to a real-world club that controls a multilateral lender…
(2024-07-11). NATO reinforces its war plans during Washington summit. infobrics.org The bloc's meeting failed to reach any consensus on actual changes, with the only decision by members being to continue the proxy war with Russia.
(2024-07-11). Pathological Russophobia — one single constant in British politics. infobrics.org The new British Prime Minister Keir Starmer fully supports the use of UK-sourced "Storm Shadow" air-launched cruise missiles against targets within Russia's undisputed territory, with no apparent limitations. Starmer's Labour Party won the general election on July 4, with him confirmed as the new PM on July 5. Just four days later, he reiterated that the British government supports the unrestricted use of its long-range weapons against Moscow.
(2024-07-11). NATO wants permanent footprints in the Indo-Pacific, with talks about opening an office in Japan. infobrics.org Today one can see an increasingly divided NATO, which does not possess a clear view on the challenges of dual containment. With Ukraine's fatigue lingering on, and the specter of Biden's senility and a new Trump presidency, the idea of pivoting east is gaining traction – however important allies within the Alliance will challenge that notion.
(2024-07-11). Analysis: Why More Southeast Asian Countries Have Signalled Interest to Join BRICS. infobrics.org With more ASEAN states expressing interest in and considering joining the group of emerging economies BRICS, analysts have also raised concerns that this may lead to an overdependence on China…
(2024-07-11). Further support for Ukraine from NATO endangers peace in Europe. infobrics.org NATO pledged further comprehensive support to Ukraine at the meeting in Washington. The NATO center in the city of Wiesbaden in Germany will play an important role in the future.
(2024-07-11). It's no wonder the Israeli right thinks the left wants to kill Netanyahu. haaretz.com Fears on the right that a leftist might assassinate the prime minister are nothing more than classic projection by someone who accepts no solutions but violence…
(2024-07-11). Morocco's $1 billion Israeli spy satellite deal faces opposition. newarab.com 
Despite rising opposition to "We condemn this deal and any agreement with the Zionist entity […] We demand an official statement and explanation from the government," stated Aziz Hanaoui, a member of the National Front Against Normalisation, to The New Arab. | The head of the Israeli mission in Rabat and Morocco's foreign ministry have yet to c…
(2024-07-11). Israel used US munitions to bomb Gaza school: report. newarab.com 
The strike on the school killed at least 27 Palestinians and wounded 53 others, the Palestinian ministry of health in Gaza said. | CNN's team analysed a video of the strike taken by one of their journalists at the scene and ident…
(2024-07-11). Israeli airstrike destroys UN school sheltering displaced Palestinians. presstv.ir An Israeli airstrike has destroyed a UN school building housing displaced Palestinians.
(2024-07-11). Israel to Ukraine to Bulgaria: Which countries receive US military aid? aljazeera.com The US provides billions in military aid around the world, but who benefits the most – and why?>
(2024-07-11). Israel university bill part of Gaza narrative clampdown: lawyer. newarab.com 
A bill in the The bill in the It would empower the Council for Higher Education in Israe…
(2024-07-11). Trendy Appointments: Australia's Special Antisemitism Envoy. counterpunch.org 
Was there any need for this? Australia's Albanese government, harried by the conservative opposition for going soft on pro-Palestinian protests and the war in Gaza while allegedly wobbling on supporting Israel, has decided to bring a touch of bureaucracy to the show. Australia now has its first antisemitism envoy, a title that sits in that odd constellation
(2024-07-11). US to resume shipping 500-pound bombs to Israel, official says. newarab.com 
(2024-07-11). Indian universities establish deeper ties with Israel amid Gaza war. presstv.ir Indian universities strengthen research collaborations with Israeli academic institutions amid calls at Western schools for Israeli disinvestment.
(2024-07-11). France's Macron slammed Israeli minister's support for Le Pen. newarab.com 
French President Macron spoke to Israeli Prime Minister The president warned Netanyahu that Israeli Diaspora Min…
(2024-07-11). Israeli Soldiers Attack Palestinian Family Near Ramallah. imemc.org 
On Wednesday evening, Israeli soldiers invaded the Um Safa village, west of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank's central party and attacked a family in their home. Marwan Sabah, the head of Um Safa Village Council, told the Palestinian News & Info Agency (WAFA) that dozens of soldiers invaded the village on foot before storming …
(2024-07-11). Israel used US munitions to bomb Gaza school: report. newarab.com The strike on the school killed at least 27 Palestinians and wounded 53 others, the Palestinian ministry of health said. | CNN's team analysed a video of the strike taken by one of their journalists at the scene and identified the…
(2024-07-11). Israel's Leading Paper Says Its Own Army Deliberately Killed Israelis on October 7. But US Media: Silence. scheerpost.com 
(2024-07-11). US to resume shipping heavy bombs to Israel despite rising civilian deaths. presstv.ir The US is set to resume shipping heavy bombs to Israel as part of Washington's untrammeled support for the regime in its genocidal war in Gaza.
(2024-07-11). US resumes sending shipments of 500-pound bombs to Israel. aljazeera.com The US will continue to withhold supply of 2,000-pound bombs over concern they will be used in densely populated areas.
(2024-07-11). Rashid Khalidi: The Neck and The Sword. newleftreview.org Rashid Khalidi and Tariq Ali discuss the political and intellectual history of the Palestinian national movement, its fraught entanglement with neighbouring Arab regimes, the realities of the 'peace process', Israel's grip on the Biden Administration and the strategic calculations—or miscalculations—of Hamas.
(2024-07-11). Bodies trapped in Gaza City under Israeli assault as mediators push for truce. scmp.com Hamas militants say a massive Israeli assault on Gaza City this week could wreck efforts to finally end the war just as negotiations have entered the home stretch.
(2024-07-11). Israel going through most difficult period since its creation in 1948. ummid.com Worldwide television footages of Israel's barbarity on Palestinians who were deprived of water, food, medicine and electricity and destruction unleashed exposed its savage nature.
(2024-07-11). Report: Netanyahu's office tried to alter minutes of wartime meetings of Israeli cabinet. haaretz.com Prime minister's former military secretary contacted the attorney general several months ago to sound the alarm; PMO: Report is a total lie…
(2024-07-11). Army Shoots Two, Assaults One, Near Hebron. imemc.org 
On Thursday, Israeli forces shot two Palestinians, including a child, and assaulted citizen near Hebron, in the southern occupied West Bank, and seriously injured a young man on Wednesday morning in Tulkarem, in the northwestern part of the West Bank. Occupation forces injured three Palestinians, including a child, on Thursday morning, after invading the town …
(2024-07-11). Biden Administration Releases Part of Withheld Bomb Shipment to Israel. themedialine.org 
(2024-07-11). Israel's Gaza evacuation order to cause mass family suffering: UN. presstv.ir The UN has warned that Israel's new Gaza evacuation order will fuel 'mass suffering for Palestinian families.'
(2024-07-11). Who will stop Israel's illegal annexations of Palestinian land ? fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) condemns Israel's plans to annex and expand illegal settlements in the West Bank, actions that constitute war crimes under the Fourth Geneva Convention. Third countries must uphold international law for the Palestinian people, or it will eventually cease to exist. FIDH call on all states to deploy all the necessary efforts in order to end Israel's settler-colonialism and apartheid, and work towards the realisation of the Palestinian (…) | – | /…
(2024-07-11). Netanyahu Demands Israel Maintain Control of Gaza-Egypt Border. news.antiwar.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded that any future deal with Hamas must allow Israel to maintain control of the Gaza-Egypt border, known as the Philadelphi Corridor. The demand is Netanyahu's latest effort to sabotage the chances of a hostage and ceasefire deal with Hamas. Axios reported on Thursday that it came after negotiators reached …
(2024-07-11). New UK government urged to halt arms sales to Israel and restore Unrwa funding. middleeasteye.net 
New UK government urged to halt arms sales to Israel and restore Unrwa funding | Six NGOs and an MP pressure Labour to take action ahead of foreign secretary's visit to Israel | | David Lammy (left), the UK's new foreign secretary, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer (Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Ima…
(2024-07-11). 'We failed': Israeli army presents Oct. 7 probe to residents of Kibbutz Be'eri. haaretz.com 'It can be said that the investigation was thorough,' residents said, but added that critical questions were left unanswered. They now call for a state commission of inquiry that will 'leave no stone unturned'…
(2024-07-11). Who owns America? muslimmirror.com By Aslam Abdullah Jamal Bowman's defeat in a Democratic primary for a House seat in New York proves beyond doubt that the Israeli lobby has the political strength to humiliate the U.S. public officials opposed to the apartheid policies of the Jewish state. The lobby does not care about justice or even American democracy. Its …
(2024-07-11). Israeli strikes' carbon emissions higher than 26 states combined. newarab.com 
The study raises concern over the significant carbon emissions and impact on the environment as a result of Israel's ongoing war on the strip. | The findings state that between October and Febru…
(2024-07-11). Army Invades Husan Near Bethlehem. imemc.org 
On Wednesday night, Israeli soldiers invaded the village of Husan, west of Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank, and attacked property, leading to protests. Rami Hamamra, the head of Husan Village Council, said the colonizers invaded the Al-Matina area, in the eastern part of the village, and closed streets, leading to protests. Hamara added that …
(2024-07-11). No time for Biden to broker Israel-Saudi deal before US election. newarab.com 
The window for US President Joe Biden to broker a normalisation deal between According to a Democratic lawmaker and a senior Republican Senate aide, a normalisation deal can not be reached before November. | Saudi Arabia is currently demanding that Israel agree to establish a future Palestinian s…
(2024-07-11). Fmr. Israeli Peace Negotiator Daniel Levy: Netanyahu Is "Trying to Do Everything to Prevent a Deal" democracynow.org 
Former Israeli peace negotiator Daniel Levy discusses ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, the ruling party in the Gaza Strip, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's continued hostility to compromise and the Biden administration's ineffectual mediation. Contrary to its claims of brokering peace, the U.S. "will continue to send the weapons" Israel uses to devastate Gaza, unremittingly fueling an increasingly unpopular war, says Levy, who is now president of the U.S./Middle East Project.
(2024-07-11). Israeli Defense Manufacturer Wins Billion-dollar Satellite Deal with Morocco. themedialine.org 
(2024-07-11). Israeli military knows it must tread carefully as it prepares for the ultra-Orthodox draft. haaretz.com The IDF plans to draft yeshiva students who are working and those who have dropped out — and intends to give rabbis supervision powers over the new recruits' army service…
(2024-07-11). Gaza: As talks resume, Israel escalates its genocidal war by using civilians as a tool of political pressure, blackmail. imemc.org 
Palestinian Territory — Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor: As talks resume to reach a truce to end Israel's war on the Gaza Strip, ongoing since 7 October 2023, the Israeli military appears to be using its policy of forced displacement and starvation as a tool of political pressure and blackmail. Israel is expanding its targeting of …
(2024-07-11). Israel's planned draft of ultra-Orthodox falls far short of the army's current needs. haaretz.com According to the emerging plan, some 9,600 young Haredim will be recruited within two years — far fewer than the 63,000 ultra-Orthodox men of draft age. The General Staff will continue to rely on reservists as long as the Gaza war continues — and also during the tense period expected on the borders in coming years…
(2024-07-11). Palestinian fighters adopt 'guerrilla warfare' against Israel. newarab.com 
After more than nine months of war, Israeli political and military circles claim that they are "close to eliminating" On 1 July, Israeli Prime Minister
(2024-07-11). Leading ultra-Orthodox rabbi instructs students to ignore Israeli army call-up orders. haaretz.com Rabbi Dov Lando, leader of the Lithuanian ultra-Orthodox community in Israel, wrote that 'the courts have declared war on the Torah world'…
(2024-07-11). Calls for Delta Airlines boycott over 'anti-Palestinian' X post. newarab.com 
The original post, from X account @iliketeslas, shared an image of two Delta cabin crew members wearing Palestinian flag pin with the caption: "Since 2001 we take our shoes off in every airport because of a terrorist attack in US soil. Now imagine getting into a @Delta flight and seeing workers with Hamas badges in the air.
(2024-07-11). Cairo conference ends with Sudan's road to peace uncertain. newarab.com 
Rival Sudanese stakeholders The meeting brought together the army-aligned Democratic Bloc, which includes several militant groups and civilian political organisations, and the neutral Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces, also known as Taqaddum. | D…
(2024-07-11). As Germany labels them extremists BDS activists fear for freedom. newarab.com 
Germany's crackdown on Palestine solidarity activism reached a new level last month when the government announced that the The
(2024-07-11). Syrian refugees in Turkey fearful amid Assad-Erdogan overtures. newarab.com 
An incident in the central Anatolian city of Kayseri last week sparked a wave of anti-Syrian attacks across Turkey, just as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's The events were
(2024-07-11). Turkey's Erdogan warns against NATO-Russia conflict. newarab.com 
Erdogan's comments came as NATO leaders huddled in Washington and Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia was planning "response measures" to contain the "very serious threat" from the alliance. | "The possibility of a direct conf…
(2024-07-11). Pakistan extends Afghan refugee registration cards for one year. newarab.com 
Pakistan will extend expired registration cards given to almost It was not immediately clear whether the extension of the Proof of Registration (PoR) cards that expired in June would exem…
(2024-07-11). UAE sentences 43 to life for 'terror' links in mass trial. newarab.com 
Government critics and human rights activists were among the 84 defendants brought before the Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal, most of whom have been in jail since a similar trial of 94 people i…
(2024-07-11). Egypt on high alert ahead of 'Friday of dignity' protest. newarab.com 
Egyptian authorities are on "high alert" after activists on social media urged citizens to take to the streets on Friday, 12 July, to protest against The hashtag, "Friday of Dignity" has been trending over the past few days after
(2024-07-11). Let us come together to build a strong, prosperous region. newarab.com 
At the start of my Our guiding principles are rooted in the eternal teachings of the Holy Quran: "And hold fast, all of you together, to the rope of Allah, and do not be divided," and "Cooperate in righteousness and pie…
(2024-07-11). Iraq condemns Turkish military 'incursions' into north. newarab.com 
The Turkish army has been mainly conducting strikes against the
(2024-07-11). Activists rally for Gaza ceasefire at NATO summit in Washington. newarab.com 
Protesters have demanded a ceasefire in The demonstration in Washington also saw protesters call for a halt to the funding of wars, The New Arab's Arabic edition Al-Araby Al-Jadeed reported on Wednesday.
(2024-07-11). Algeria's Tebboune seeking second term as president. newarab.com 
Tebboune, 78, was elected in 2019 with 58 percent of the vote, following months of "Given the desire of many parties, political and non-political organisations, and youth, I announce my intention to run for a second term," he said in an interview posted on the presidency's of…
(2024-07-11). Pakistan authorises spy agency to intercept phone calls. newarab.com 
The powerful military, in a country that has been ruled by the army for almost half its independent history, can make or break governments in Pakistan, and the new powers for its…
(2024-07-11). George Clooney, Democrats pile pressure on Biden to drop out. newarab.com 
A Democratic senator on Wednesday called on US President As the 81-year-old tried to show his leadership credentials at a
(2024-07-11). UN says 'deeply concerned' over Libyan activist abduction. newarab.com 
(2024-07-11). Kuwait's Emir and Iran's President-elect invited to visit Iraq. newarab.com 
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani has extended invitations to Iraqi Interior Mi…
(2024-07-11). Middle East's first NATO office opens in Jordan's Amman. newarab.com 
Jordan has announced the opening of a The military alliance's office in Amman is the first in the Arab region and comes as a result of close cooperation and "deep strategic ties between NATO and the kingdom", the statement said. | The decision was made during a historic NATO summit in Washington, which marks the 75th anniversary of the allian…
(2024-07-11). Hijab-wearing Moroccan wins Miss AI beauty pageant. newarab.com 
Kenza Layli, a hijab-wearing "influencer", beat fellow AI-generated competition from the likes of France and Portugal among 1,500 AI-generated contestants…
(2024-07-11). US Government Exploits Animosity Towards Migrants to Demonize Socialist Countries. orinocotribune.com By Jill Clark-Gollub — Jul 9, 2024 | The Republican party has been waging a
(2024-07-11). Venezuela: 635 International Observers Confirm Interest in July 28 Presidential Elections (+UN Electoral Experts). orinocotribune.com The foreign minister for Venezuela, Yván Gil, has informed the diplomatic corps accredited to Caracas that Venezuela has over 635 confirmations to date of international observers interested in witnessing the presidential electoral process, scheduled for July 28. | This Wednesday, July 10, Gil held a meeting with the diplomatic corps at Casa Amarilla, the headquarters of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in Caracas, discussing the solid, widely participatory, and exemplary democracy of Venezuela, where the people of Venezuela being the decision-making center of the nation was emphasized. "Our electoral system has b…
(2024-07-11). Attorney Generals of Venezuela & Colombia to Assess Destabilization Plans. orinocotribune.com The attorney general of Venezuela, Tarek William Saab, will meet with his Colombian counterpart, Luz Adriana Camargo Garzón, to request assistance in investigating contacts between Venezuelan far-right groups and the paramilitary group the Conquistadores de la Sierra Self-Defense Forces. | Last week, the Conquistadores Self-Defense Forces informed Venezuela's government that it had been contacted by representatives from Venezuela's far-right opposition, who attempted to enlist the aid of the Colombian paramilitary organization in destabilizing Venezuela. | At the meeting to be held online, the attorney generals f…
(2024-07-11). Soft Power and the 'Transition to Democracy'. orinocotribune.com By Andreína Chávez Alava — Jul 3, 2024 | VA writer Andreína Chávez delves into Washington's soft power strategies to destabilize countries in the name of Western-style "democracy." | If I put a gun to your head and demanded you give me all your money or else you'll die, it would be an aggravated robbery. If I tricked you into giving me all your money by luring you to join my pyramid scheme, it would also be a robbery but without the obvious trauma. One is blunt violence, the other is manipulation, but both have the same criminal purpose. | If we extrapolate those scenarios to how US imperialism coerces other…
(2024-07-11). Sunday July 14 Webinar: Venezuela Chooses: What is at Stake in the Coming Elections? (Part 2). orinocotribune.com
(2024-07-11). Webinar Presentation: Venezuela Lets the Carter Center Observe Its 2024 Presidential Election. orinocotribune.com By Joe Emersberger — Jul 8, 2024 | This past Sunday (July 7) Orinoco Tribune hosted the first in a series of two webinars organized to highlight the relevance as well as the regional and international implications of the July 28 Venezuelan presidential elections. Joe Emersberger was among a wide range of expert commentators analyzing the challenges of this decisive moment in Venezuela's history. | We should realize what a huge concession that is. | Thanks to all the organizers of
(2024-07-11). June was Most Productive Month of 2024 for Venezuela's Oil Industry (+OPEC). orinocotribune.com Venezuela recorded its highest average monthly crude oil production yet this year in June according to a monthly report from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) released Wednesday, July 10. | According to direct OPEC sources, Venezuelan production rose last month to 922,000 barrels of crude oil per day, 12,000 more than in May, a month in which the country also reached a peak for 2024. | According to secondary sources, Venezuela produced 851,000 barrels of crude oil per day last June, 21,000 more than the previous month, and the highest figure of the year, according to the OPEC monthly re…
(2024-07-11). UN Press Briefing On Factfinding Mission To Donbass And Moscow. popularresistance.org Thank you very much for this opportunity to speak to you all today. Dan Kovalik and I recently returned from a fact-finding mission to the Lugansk People's Republic hosted by the Union of Political Emigrants and Political Prisoners of Ukraine. After months of arduous planning and organizing, we felt this delegation was essential for us to see the situation on the ground for ourselves including interviewing locals and officials who have been party to this conflict since it started in 2014. That is a critical point. This war did not begin in 2022 with Russia's Special Military Operation. Rather, it began in 2014. I…
(2024-07-11). Why The SCO Summit In Kazakhstan Was A Game-Changer. popularresistance.org Let's start with the final declaration. As much as SCO members state "tectonic shifts are underway" in geopolitics and geoeconomics, as "the use of power methods is increasing, with norms of international law being systematically violated", they are fully engaged to "increase the SCO's role in the creation of a new democratic, fair, political and economic international order." | Well, there could not be a sharper contrast with the unilaterally-imposed "rules-based international order". | The SCO 10 — with new member Belarus — are explicitly in favor of "a fair solution to the Palestinian issue". They…
(2024-07-11). Scientists Urge Biden To Cancel $100 Billion Nuclear Weapons Boondoggle. popularresistance.org More than 700 scientists on Monday called for an end to the United States' land-based nuclear weapons program that's set to be replaced, following a Pentagon decision to approve the program despite soaring costs. | In an open letter to President Joe Biden and Congress, the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) argued that the new intercontinental-range ballistic missile system, known as Sentinel, was "expensive, dangerous, and unnecessary." | The Department of Defense on Monday certified the continuation of the project, releasing the results of a review that was legally required when the cost estimate ballooned to…
(2024-07-11). Colombian Paramilitaries Alert Opposition Plot To Assassinate Maduro. popularresistance.org On July 5, the Colombian paramilitary group Conquering Self-Defense Forces of the Sierra Nevada (Autodefensas Conquistadoras de la Sierra Nevada), ACSN, published a video on social media in which they denounce an apparent plot to assassinate Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and provoke chaos in the country. | According to the ACSN paramilitaries, formerly known as "Los Pachencas", certain Venezuelan extreme right-wing groups contacted them in the locality of La Guajira and asked them to carry out a series of actions to destabilize the Venezuelan government. | Several days ago, Maduro denounced that an invasion…
(2024-07-11). Responsibility For Kenya Crisis Lies At The Feet Of US Neo-Colonialism. popularresistance.org The excessive support and public adoration the U.S. government has given to Kenya's President William Ruto represents the racist contempt this settler state has for all of Africa and for the domestic population of descendants from the continent. Two days before African Liberation Day on May 25th and one month before the Kenyan police's brutal crackdown on protests against the US-IMF backed Finance Act that increases taxes up to 35% on essential goods, U.S. President Biden rolled out a red carpet for Ruto at a White House state dinner. | The debt that this bill is supposed to address only exists because of the inc…
(2024-07-11). How Kenya's Youth, Middle Classes And Working Poor Joined Forces. popularresistance.org I remember Kenya's June 25 protests like they were yesterday. The energy on the streets of Nairobi was frenetic, filled with the sound of whistles, motorcycle honks, vuvuzelas (long horns used to cheer in soccer games) and loud blasts of teargas. | "We are tired," chanted the thousands of demonstrators who had turned out to oppose government plans to introduce wide-ranging tax hikes, on what would become the bloodiest day of the protests. Hoisting up Kenyan flags, they marched through one of the city's main avenues, which was colored pink from water cannon spray, dodging rounds of rubber bullets and teargas.
(2024-07-11). Coalition To March On The RNC Is Set To Protest In Milwaukee On July 15. popularresistance.org Milwaukee, WI — With the Republican National Convention just a week away, some are asking "Why march on the RNC?" However, the correct question should be: "Why not? Why not march on the Republican National convention? Why not march on those leading the attacks on women's and reproductive rights? Why not march on those leading attacks on trans, immigrants and human rights in general?" | The Republicans have left us no shortage of reasons to mobilize and amplify the people's agenda over their racist and reactionary agenda. | While the Republicans may not be in control of the executive branch of the U.S. gover…
(2024-07-11). 'Keep Public Housing Public': Texas Dispute Reflects National Tensions. popularresistance.org Even with low-cost housing harder than ever to find in most American cities, the stock of public housing is shrinking. The number of families living in public housing shrank 6.5 percent during a recent five-year period, according to the Urban Institute — not a huge decline, but a decline nonetheless. | Several federal initiatives to redevelop public-housing towers with lower-density, mixed-income projects have helped improve the image of public housing from its nadir in the mid-to-late 20th century. But they have also changed the mission of public housing authorities. Once focused solely on building and mai…
(2024-07-11). US Announces It Will Deploy Previously Banned Nuclear-Capable Missiles to Germany. scheerpost.com 
(2024-07-11). Hundreds of Scientists Urge Biden to Cancel $100 Billion Nuclear Weapons Boondoggle. scheerpost.com 
(2024-07-11). How Labour Became the Party of Big Business. scheerpost.com 
Keir Starmer. Chatham House, CC BY 2.0 By Ethan Shone / Twelve months before seizing power in last week's historic election victory, Keir Starmer and the Labour Party welcomed with open arms an unprecedented lobbying campaign by the UK's most powerful corporations. | Weapons manufacturers implicated in human rights abuses…
(2024-07-11). Michael Brenner: Hegemony or Bust. scheerpost.com 
By Michael Brenner Novelty has observers rummaging through their inventory of ideas and concepts to find one to fit the new experience. Its application is supposed to provide some rudimentary meaning about the new phenomenon. Many are content with doing just that — however freighted with inappropriate connotations that label might be, however ambiguous its …
(2024-07-11). AOC Files to Impeach Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito. scheerpost.com
(2024-07-11). Glenn Greenwald: Biden Admin Blames Russia for Biden Age Concerns; Corporate Media Parrots. scheerpost.com 
(2024-07-11). Jul 11, 2024. sitrepworld.info 
Mozart: Requiem — Lacrimosa Trajectory to Armageddon: The End of the West or the End of the World? by Aleks NATO is a Nightmare, to Russia, by Oliver Boyd-Barrett 75 Years of NATO = 75 Years of Denial — Sevim Dagdelen on Democracy Now (Video) NATO summit: Alliance's Endgame Appears to Be Nuclear War, by Chris Wright Service to what nation? Why people should stop talking about conscription, by Aurelien Illa in Manila: Will History Demand Trump-Hillary II? by Matt Taibbi The Biden Donor Convention, by Yves Smith, Tom Neuburger Does it matter who's president? George Clooney for POTUS…
(2024-07-11). Western Intelligence War on Russia. sonar21.com 
I am trying to build an audience on my new YouTube channel, My latest episode deals with the Western intelligence war on Russia. As I mentioned in my post on Tuesday regarding the alleged Russian bombing of a children's hospital in Kiev, the organized media response attacking and condemning Russia was, in my judgment, a fully supported CIA/MI-6 information operation aka propaganda. | The CIA envisioned by Harry Truman, i.e., an agency that would recruit human spies, produce…
(2024-07-11). PDF of July 11 issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF. Palestinian Resistance to racist settlers: 'Leave stolen land!' The People vs. the State Voters in France block racist National Rally Editorial Support for Zionism collapsing on all fronts Download the PDF. More PDF back-issues here. |
(2024-07-11). Chinese police hands over a suspect of child sex abuse to the U.S. authorities. ecns.cn Chinese police on Thursday has handed over a U.S. citizen suspected of child sex abuse in the U.S., to the U.S. authorities.
(2024-07-11). China allows Philippines to retrieve sick individual. ecns.cn The China Coast Guard allowed the Philippines to retrieve a sick person for medical treatment from a Philippine warship illegally grounded in the South China Sea on humanitarian grounds on Sunday following a request from the Philippine side.
(2024-07-11). Bond market investors get more reasons to cheer. ecns.cn China has taken yet another step in opening up its bond market, with offshore investors set to receive permission to use onshore bonds — held under the northbound leg of the Bond Connect program — as margin collateral for the derivative trading-based Swap Connect.
(2024-07-11). Organs-on-chips help test drugs. ecns.cn Chinese researchers and biotechnology companies are accelerating research into chips that can replicate features of human lungs, livers and skin or simulate tumor metastasis in a bid to help discover and test new drugs and reduce dependence on animal studies.
(2024-07-11). Port economy of Chinese seaport cities soars to $869 billion in 2023. ecns.cn The added value of port economy across China's 59seaport cities amounted to 6.2 trillion yuan ($869.05 billion) in 2023, accounting for 13.4 percent of the total economic output of port cities.
(2024-07-11). China's CPI rises for the fifth straight month. ecns.cn China's consumer price index, a main gauge of inflation, rose by 0.2 percent year-on-year in June, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed on Wednesday.
(2024-07-11). AI conference points to China's large role. ecns.cn The annual World Artificial Intelligence Conference, which wrapped up over the weekend, showcased China's growing significance in promoting global governance of the game-changing technology, industry experts said.
(2024-07-11). Wild Asian elephants wander into border checkpoint in Southwest China's Yunnan. ecns.cn A group of wild Asian elephants wandered into a border checkpoint in Xishuangbanna Dai autonomous prefecture of Southwest China's Yunnan Province in the early hours on July 5, according to media reports on Tuesday.
(2024-07-11). Visiting Taiwan students amazed at tech. ecns.cn Taiwan university students visiting the Chinese mainland said they are amazed by the rapid development of technology, which has brought great convenience to daily life.
(2024-07-11). Nation's first panda college to open doors in Sichuan. ecns.cn When the new semester begins in September, China West Normal University in Nanchong, Sichuan province, will usher in the first undergraduate students in the country's first college dedicated to the study of giant pandas.
(2024-07-11). Flooded Tuanzhou township water levels drop. ecns.cn A total of 7.57 million cubic meters of water has been discharged in the flooded Tuanzhou township of Hunan province and water levels have dropped 0.15 meter, according to local authorities.
(2024-07-11). Mixed edible oil transport slammed. ecns.cn Tanker trucks in China transporting edible oils and chemicals without proper cleanings in between trips cross the bottom line of food safety management and reflect a lack of quality control among involved enterprises.
(2024-07-11). Three newly built stations along the Sichuan-Qinghai Railway unveiled. ecns.cn The Sichuan-Qinghai railway will eventually stretch northwestward to Xining, Qinghai Province with a designed speed of 200 kilometers per hour.
(2024-07-11). Heavy rainfall in Chongqing leaves six dead. ecns.cn Six people have died as of 1: 50 pm Wednesday in the recent heavy rainfall in Chongqing's Dianjiang county, with four dying due to geological disasters and two from drowning, local authorities said, CCTV news reported.
(2024-07-11). China issues white paper on marine eco-environmental protection. ecns.cn China on Thursday issued a white paper on marine eco-environmental protection, presenting a full picture of China's ideas, actions, and achievements in marine eco-environmental protection to the international community.
(2024-07-11). Three Gorges Dam in Hubei discharges floodwater. ecns.cn The water inflow at the Three Gorges reservoir reached 31,000 cubic meters per second on Wednesday.
(2024-07-11). 400 million-year-old Silurian fish species discovered in Xinjiang. ecns.cn The fossil remains of an armored fish species dating to the Silurian Period was recently discovered by Chinese paleontologists in Kalpin county, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2024-07-11). Macron faces problems over govt formation after polls. ecns.cn France's President Emmanuel Macron may have seen the far-right National Rally party, or RN, relegated to third place in the country's national assembly election on Sunday, but he still faces a major headache over the makeup of the country's next government.
(2024-07-11). China builds the world's first 6G field test network. ecns.cn China developed the world's first 6G field test network that integrates communications and intelligence, demonstrating that the transmission capabilities of 6G can be reached on 4G and 5G technologies.
(2024-07-11). 24-hour smart library prepares to open in Lhasa. ecns.cn In response to a growing demand for personalized reading experiences, a groundbreaking 24-hour smart library will open in Lhasa, capital of the Xizang autonomous region, later this month.
(2024-07-11). Bilateral relations between China and Bangladesh in numbers. ecns.cn
(2024-07-11). Kazakhstan becoming popular with tourists. ecns.cn Traveling to Kazakhstan via land ports in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has become increasingly popular among Chinese tourists.
(2024-07-11). Hungary opposes EU's levying tariffs on Chinese EVs. ecns.cn Hungary on Wednesday voiced its opposition against the EU's decision to impose extra tariffs on China-made electric vehicles (EVs), as European officials and businesspeople continued to express their dissatisfaction of the EU actions.
(2024-07-11). Chinese courts vow to improve handling of overseas affairs. ecns.cn Chinese courts have vowed to improve the ability of handling cases involving overseas affairs and maritime disputes, aiming to help the country serve high-level opening-up and pursue its modernization path by rule of law.
(2024-07-11). Ethical guideline issued for genome editing. ecns.cn China has issued a set of ethical rules on human genome editing, reiterating a strict ban on altering germ cells and embryos and clarifying standard ethical practices for gene editing research.
(2024-07-11). Smart tech boosts Jiangxi expressway. ecns.cn In the prefecture-level city of Jiujiang, which borders Jiangxi province's capital of Nanchang, State-owned builders are adopting smart engineering technology to boost construction on the world's heaviest asymmetric curved cable-stayed bridge.
(2024-07-11). Kishida faces pressure ahead of LDP election. ecns.cn Though the election for…
(2024-07-11). Xizang to promote outdoor sports. ecns.cn Domestic and international experts have called for increased efforts to promote outdoor sports in the Xizang autonomous region, which they believe could become a new engine for economic growth.
(2024-07-11). East China city greets Nishan Forum with series of activities. ecns.cn The 10th Nishan Forum on World Civilizations kicked off on Wednesday.
(2024-07-11). Apollo Go sparks debate amid employment concerns. ecns.cn The order surge of Apollo Go, Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing service provider, trended on Weibo, a Chinese X-like online platform on Wednesday.
(2024-07-11). China's visa-free policy allows foreign travelers to experience Guangzhou. ecns.cn Twelve visitors from Australia, the Netherlands, Argentina and Russia have become the first group of foreign tourists to take advantage of China's 144-hour visa-free transit policy to enjoy a complimentary one-day city tour of Guangzhou.
(2024-07-11). Top Talent Plan to boost basic research turns 15. ecns.cn More than 30,000 outstanding students have engaged in basic disciplines in China since a talent cultivation plan was launched in 2009 and many graduates have achieved major research breakthroughs, the Ministry of Education has said.
(2024-07-11). Chinese scientists discover new species similar to vampire squid in South China Sea. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have discovered a new species similar to the vampire squid in the depths of the South China Sea. The creature belongs to a previously unknown cephalopod from the Vampyroteuthis family.
(2024-07-11). How Trump's Proposed Radical Expansion of Executive Power Will Impact Our Freedoms. aclu.org 
Donald Trump's four years in office were marked by gross abuses of executive power, including efforts to trample protest and dissent — key freedoms at the heart of our participatory democracy. | He deployed federal agents and surveillance to silence Black Lives Matter protesters or anyone he deemed to oppose his policies, threatened to use his power as president to punish his political enemies, and attacked journalists who criticized him. If elected to a second term, we expect the Trump administration to double down on attempts to further limit our First Amendment rights and use the power of the federal…
(2024-07-11). Structural Adjustment and the Washington Consensus Are Not Abandoned in 2000. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). Climate and environmental crisis: Sorcerer's apprentices at the World Bank and the IMF. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). France: Macron's gamble. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). The conjuncture in the crisis. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). Dark clouds over Europe with a few sunny patches. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). End Austerity: A Global Report on Budget Cuts and Harmful Social Reforms in 2022-25. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). France: Thanks to a massive mobilization of the Left the Far Right cannot control the government. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). In Finland, the Left Alliance Just Trounced the Far Right. cadtm.org
(2024-07-11). Europe is turning black and brown. cadtm.org How should we interpret the results of the EU parliamentary elections?
| In Croatia the voter turnout was only 21.35%
| The first observation: in the EU elections held in all 27 member countries between 6 and 9 June 2024, voter turnout was once again very low. The average for the entire European Union was 51%. But keep in mind that countries where voting is compulsory also figure into the calculation of that average — for example Belgium, where voter turnout was 90%. Without those countries, (…) | – | /…
(2024-07-11). Nonstop News Stories Proving Palestine Supporters Right About Everything. thealtworld.com 
Haaretz La…
(2024-07-11). Doug Burgum is Trump's Likely VP Choice. Here's Why. counterpunch.org 
There are two, maybe three, good reasons to believe that Donald Trump will choose North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum as his vice-presidential running mate over more popular MAGA-oriented choices like Ohio Senator J.D. Vance or Florida senator Marco Rubio, whose Cuban-American working class roots might appeal to Hispanics. First, and foremost, because Burgum appears to
(2024-07-11). Thanks to a Massive Mobilization of the Left in France, the Far Right Cannot Control the Government. counterpunch.org 
What are the results of the parliamentary elections in France on 7 July 2024? In the second round of France's parliamentary elections on 7 July 2024, the National Rally (Rassemblement National -RN-) suffered a political defeat, even though it increased its number of MPs. The wager of the far-right party was to win a
(2024-07-11). Settler Colonialism and the Engineering of Historical Amnesia. counterpunch.org 
It should come as no surprise to those of us with even a cursory understanding of the history of U.S. imperialism that the once sovereign Kingdom of Hawai'i became the very first state in the nation to call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Hawai'i is an occupied nation, and has been since 1893 when the U.S. launched a coup to overthrow the sovereign rule of Queen Lili ªuokalani. We don't need to dive that far back into historical memory to discover that even this imperialist overthrow was acknowledged by none other than then president Bill Clinton, who, in 1993 (on the centennial of the coup…
(2024-07-11). The Collapse of the "Vital Center" and the Return of Politics. counterpunch.org 
(2024-07-11). Fascism at the Gates. counterpunch.org 
"Now is the time of monsters." — Antonio Gramsci Two recent events have shattered complacency about the specter of a fascist takeover globally that a number of us have been warning about for some time now. In Europe, far-right parties scored impressive gains in the elections to the European Parliament in June. In Germany, the
(2024-07-11). New Top US Envoy in Taiwan Vows Strong Military Support. news.antiwar.com On Wednesday, the new head of the US's de facto embassy in Taiwan vowed to President William Lai Ching-te that the US would provide strong military support for the island amid rising tensions between Washington and Beijing. "First of all, and the most important thing, the US will strongly support Taiwan's self-defense capabilities," said Greene, …
(2024-07-11). Russian Officials Vow Response to US Missile Deployment to Germany. news.antiwar.com On Thursday, Russian officials reacted strongly and vowed to respond to the US announcing that it will deploy missile systems to Germany starting in 2026 that were previously banned by the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty. "Without nerves, without emotions, we will develop a military response, first of all, to this new game," said Russian …
(2024-07-11). Hungary Says It Will Not Support NATO Becoming 'Anti-China' Bloc. news.antiwar.com Hungary said on Thursday that it would not support NATO becoming an "anti-China bloc," pushing back on the alliance taking aim at Beijing during the summit in Washington. On Wednesday, the alliance issued a communiqué that slammed China for its trade relationship with Russia, and NATO has been working to build alliances in the Asia …
(2024-07-11). US Announces New Weapons Package for Ukraine After Biden-Zelensky Meeting. news.antiwar.com On Thursday, the US announced a new weapons package for Ukraine after President Biden met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during the NATO summit in Washington. The Pentagon said the new arms package was worth $225 million, but it includes one Patriot missile battery, which typically costs around $1 billion. A previous arms package that …
(2024-07-11). Democracy Now! 2024-07-11 Thursday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Thursday, July 11, 2024 | Democracy Now! Thursday, July 11, 2024…
(2024-07-11). Should Biden Step Aside? Wajahat Ali & Norman Solomon Debate Democratic Options for 2024 Race. democracynow.org 
As calls mount for President Joe Biden to step down as the presumptive Democratic Party nominee over concerns surrounding his mental and physical capacity to lead, we host a debate between two longtime members of the Democratic Party: Wajahat Ali, who recently authored a column subtitled "Biden Is Very Old and Out of Touch, and Here's Why You Should Vote for Him," and Norman Solomon of RootsAction.org, which sponsors the Step Aside Joe campaign. At 81 years old, Biden is already the oldest person to ever serve as president of the United States. His recent public appearances, including a poor per…
(2024-07-11). Clooney, Democrats pile pressure on Biden to end re-election bid. geo.tv 
(2024-07-11). Biden aims to address age concerns in new solo press conference. geo.tv 
US President Joe Biden looks on during his visit at the Chavis Community Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, US, March 26, 2024. — ReutersPresident Joe Biden will try to head off growing opposition within his own party on Thursday, sending out his advisers to meet with Democratic…
(2024-07-11). Guess Who Are the Real Protagonists of Anti-Semitism. globalresearch.ca
(2024-07-11). Protocols I and II additional to the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). China: Regional Symposium for the 30th Anniversary of the Adoption of the 1977 Protocols Additional to the 1949 Geneva Conventions held in Beijing. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Launch of the Chinese Version of the Customary International Humanitarian Law Study. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). CHINA: First national inter-university moot court competition on International Humanitarian Law (IHL) held in Beijing. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Georgia: Closure after 30 years as family receives remains of missing loved one, give a burial. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). B, General services, 1917- ongoing, 3313 metres of shelf space. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). The Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross : commentary. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Mexico: ICRC urges Latin American and Caribbean states to reaffirm commitment to the 'rules of war' on 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Environmental wartime protection is central to the protection of civilians. icrc.org Statement delivered by Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation, at UN Security Council Arria-Formula Meeting "Stepping up Preventive Action: From Environment Challenges to Opportunities for Peace" on 8 July 2024 in New York City.
(2024-07-11). ICRC Director General's speech on the 120th anniversary ceremony of the RCSC. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Afghanistan: Wheelchair basketball empowers people with disability. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Education programmes for young people. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). D, Delegations, 1921-ongoing, 356 metres of shelf space. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). South Africa: The 6th Commonwealth Conference. icrc.org Building a culture of IHL compliance in Commonwealth Nations and commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions…
(2024-07-11). Virtual Reality & Innovation. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Customary international humanitarian law: Questions and answers. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). ICRC and European Union continue successful IHL training series. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Azerbaijan: Family receives remains of missing loved one, honours with a burial after 30 years. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Adhering to Humanitarian Norms Paves Way to Peace. icrc.org — ICRC hosts "Adhering to Humanitarian Norms in Armed Conflicts" Panel at World Peace Forum…
(2024-07-11). C, Tracing and protection, 1870 – ongoing, 2298 metres of shelf space. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). O, Humanitarian coordination bodies, 1921- ongoing, 127 metres of shelf space. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Bangladesh: 15th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition 2024 — Call for Registration. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). ICRC's response to missing and dead migrants along the US—Mexico border. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). How is the term "armed conflict" defined in international humanitarian law? icrc.org Opinion paper – definition of "international armed conflict" and "non-international armed conflict" under International Humanitarian Law, the branch of international law which governs armed conflict.
(2024-07-11). V, Various, 1840-ongoing, 552 metres of shelf space. icrc.org
(2024-07-11). Friday 7/19: Protest Rep. Panetta at Bookshop Santa Cruz. indybay.org Bookshop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz…
(2024-07-11). SiegedSec hacks the Heritage Foundation. indybay.org The Heritage Foundation is a conservative think tank in America, among the most influential public policy organizations. this organization is responsible for leading Project 2025, an authoritarian Christian nationalist plan to reform the United States government.
(2024-07-11). Black/Indigenous/Disabled Communities' Collective Response to "Be A Revolution" indybay.org Black/Indigenous/Disabled Communities' Collective Response to HarperCollins, HarperOne, Ijeoma Oluo's book Be A Revolution | Posted on Instagram @freedommapping xx: xx pm EST, 6 July 2024…
(2024-07-11). Saturday 7/20: Film Screening of Farha & Conversation with Middle East Children Alliance Exec. Director. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center of Silicon Valley | 3962 Twilight Drive | Building #2 | San Jose | CA 95124…
(2024-07-11). Saturday 7/20: Palestine Summer Film Series: Farha ŸÅŸéÿ±Ÿíÿ≠Ÿéÿ©. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3968 Twilight Drive, Bldg 2, Houge Park | San José CA 95124…
(2024-07-11). Activists Protest NATO — While Biden Seeks Union Support. indybay.org In a city snarled with traffic and security barriers related to hosting the 75th anniversary of NATO and attendant summit, President Biden started his day this morning by meeting with national union leaders at the AFL-CIO headquarters near the White House. As Biden seeks union endorsements, the call for him to step aside continues to grow.
(2024-07-11). Monday 7/15: Project 2025: How Christian Nationalism Threatens Our Democracy w/ Heather Cox Richardson. indybay.org Zoom: redwine-blue.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN……
(2024-07-11). From Philly with Love. indybay.org graffiti for Casey Goonan…
(2024-07-11). G.I. Jobs' Top Military Friendly Schools, April 2023. indybay.org 100 yankee universities that pander to genocidaires.
(2024-07-11). Sunday 7/14: Monterey Rally for Palestinian Liberation. indybay.org Window on the Bay Park, 717 Del Monte Ave, Monterey…
(2024-07-11). What Russia proposed in Istanbul in March 2022. indybay.org Sachs writes that Russia has proposed negotiating security arrangements with the US for the fifth time since 2008. NATO, led by the US, has steadily expanded its alliance to the east, which has contributed to the current crisis in Ukraine. Putin's fourth offer of negotiations came in March 2022, which led to Russia and Ukraine almost concluding a peace agreement.
(2024-07-11). 5 Reasons Not To Celebrate The Parliamentary Left Victory In "France" indybay.org If there is anything to celebrate in contemporary French politics, perhaps it is the vibrant resistance movements against "France"—and it's world.
(2024-07-11). Monday 7/15: End Mayor Keeley's Campaign Against the Homeless. indybay.org Ginza parking lot next to the mayor's mansion | 525 Water St at Market St, Santa Cruz…
(2024-07-11). Sunday 7/21: Vigil to End US-supported Violence Towards Palestinians (focused on Rep. Jimmy Panetta). indybay.org San Lorenzo Park (stage area) Santa Cruz…
(2024-07-11). Friday 7/19: Protest Panetta and Keeley. indybay.org Bookshop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2024-07-11). Wednesday 7/17: Regents Rally. indybay.org Genentech Hall, UCSF…
(2024-07-11). Assassinations, racism and imprisonment target Indigenous Peoples, UN told in Geneva. indybay.org The United Nations Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Geneva heard testimony on the imprisonment and assassinations of Indigenous in Guatemala and Colombia; the seizure of Aboriginal Children by the government of Australia and the high rates of deaths in custody of Aboriginals in Australian prisons; the racism unfolding within the government of New Zealand targeting Maori; and how "green energy" projects are resulting in the theft of land of Saami reindeer herders, during the first two days of its session. Russia's anti-war Indigenous were denied credentials, reports an Indigenous reporter fo…
(2024-07-11). Friday 7/12: Support Bay Area Union Glaziers and Glassworkers on Strike. indybay.org Golden Gate Glass and Mirror. 2011 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110. | or | United California Glass and Door 745 Cesar Chavez St, San Francisco, CA 94124…
(2024-07-11). Monday 7/15: Stop Using AI To Steal: At Sam Altman's $45 Million SF Mansion Stop Technofascism. indybay.org Billionaire Sam Altman's $45 Million Pacific Heights Mansion | 950 Lombard St, San Francisco…
(2024-07-11). Rocking Chair Rebellion Targets Citibank. indybay.org Elders bring their rocking chairs for sit-in protest at Citibank, the largest fossil fuel investor…
(2024-07-11). Sunday 8/4: From Our Hearts to Cuba. indybay.org Casa Manana, 901 fourth st., San Rafael…
(2024-07-11). IBT SOB Don't Go to Republican Convention! Fascism, Labor & IBT SOB's Visit to Rep Convent. indybay.org Teamster president Sean O'Brien has said that he is going to the Republican national convention despite the union busting anti-labor racist record. General Vice President of the Teamster John Palmer is calling on SOB not to attend the convention and also urging Teamsters to call on the officers and SOB not to attend.
(2024-07-11). Announcing the Second Annual Sacramento Anarchist Bookfair. indybay.org Announcing the 2nd annual anarchist…
(2024-07-11). Progressive Democrats Call for Stronger CHIPS Subsidy Guardrails to Prevent Wasteful Stock Buyback Spending. inequality.org The 2022 CHIPS and Science Act created a huge opportunity to boost domestic production of the semiconductors that power everything from refrigerators and trains to whatever electronic device you're reading from right now. The Biden administration has also taken important steps to make sure these and other public investment dollars create good jobs, particularly for …
(2024-07-11). War on Gaza: Hamas dismisses reports that breakthrough is imminent in ceasefire talks. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: Hamas dismisses reports that breakthrough is imminent in ceasefire talks | Sources from Palestinian movement reject claims negotiations about the framework of the deal are set to yield immediate success | | Palestinians make their way over the rubble of past destroyed buildings in the S…
(2024-07-11). UAE deported student who wore Palestinian keffiyeh at graduation ceremony. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-07-11). Egypt: Viral video shows Wafd party members 'planning antique smuggling'. middleeasteye.net 
Egypt: Viral video shows Wafd party members 'planning antique smuggling' | The liberal nationalist party downplayed the footage, insisting that those featured were low level members | | Wafd party head Abdel-Sanad Yamama (centre) said investigations were ongoing to find the truth behind the video (K…
(2024-07-11). How Turkey improved stagnated ties with China. middleeasteye.net 
How Turkey improved stagnated ties with China | Beijing's decision to invest in the country comes after a flurry of Turkish visits and some changes in Chinese policies | | Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (C), Wang Chuanfu (L), chairman and CEO of Chinese conglomerate manufacturing compa…
(2024-07-11). A Sudanese rebel once wanted by the ICC takes up the army's cause. middleeasteye.net 
A Sudanese rebel once wanted by the ICC takes up the army's cause | Bahar Idriss Abu Garda, the first person to voluntarily hand themselves into the international court, is seeking justice for abuses in his native Darfur | | Bahar Idriss Abu Garda sits in the courtroom of the Internation…
(2024-07-11). Muslim election campaign group calls for united alliance in future UK elections. middleeasteye.net 
Muslim election campaign group calls for united alliance in future UK elections | The Muslim Vote says vote splitting between candidates with similar pro-Palestine platforms allowed Labour to win in at least six constituencies | | Independent pro-Gaza candidate Vaz Shabir stood in the Keighley and I…
(2024-07-11). Putin opposes Iraq as venue for Erdogan-Assad meeting. middleeasteye.net 
Putin opposes Iraq as venue for Erdogan-Assad meeting | The Russian president favours a high-level meeting between Turkish and Syrian leaders in Turkey rather than Baghdad | | Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan shake hands following a meeting…
(2024-07-11). Ram Temple took 500 years to build due to Hindu tolerance: Khattar. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff Addressing the Chhattisgarh BJP's executive meeting, Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar criticized Rahul Gandhi for recent remarks about Hindus, stating, "Had Hindus not been tolerant, it wouldn't have taken 500 years to construct the Ram temple in Ayodhya." Khattar accused the Congress of spreading falsehoods and defaming Lord Ram and …
(2024-07-11). Take the best cognitive test, Joe. Ace it—then fortify support, win nomination, then slam/shame Trump. nationofchange.org Are we all not flying blind with two geriatrics on display (though the right-wing cares not at all).
(2024-07-11). Inside China-focused Congressional hearings, panic, paranoia, and hypocrisy reign. nationofchange.org China is not a threat because it's threatening our security—China is a threat because it's successful.
(2024-07-11). Sen. Peter Welch calls for Biden to step aside amid concerns of Trump victory. nationofchange.org Vermont Senator Peter Welch urges President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 race, citing potential harm to Democrats' chances and concerns over Biden's age and performance.
(2024-07-11). Ocasio-Cortez files impeachment articles against Justices Thomas and Alito amid ethics scandals. nationofchange.org Liberal Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduces impeachment articles against Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, citing undisclosed gifts and conflicts of interest.
(2024-07-11). Javier Milei celebrated Argentine independence with lavish military parade. peoplesdispatch.org Several people have criticized the expensive parade in a country where, according to Milei himself, "there is no money". In addition, they have seen a certain relationship between the official acts with the past military dictatorship and the armed coup groups.
(2024-07-11). If money is speech, then speech isn't free. peoplesworld.org 
I was a student in the late 2000s when I had my first brush with "cancel culture." A campus group had invited Nick Griffin — a racist Holocaust denier and leader of a fascist British political party, among other charming things — to speak. Many shocked students, including me, called Griffin's views vile and warned …
(2024-07-11). Nurses: High Court's Chevron ruling a 'direct threat' to workers, families. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON —The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling stripping federal regulators of the power to write rules without judges or Congress intervening even before the regulations take effect, is "a direct threat to every American worker and family," says National Nurses United. That threat comes from the six-Justice Republican majority's decision, just before the court quit for …
(2024-07-11). Record-shattering Hurricane Beryl kills two people in Texas, knocks out power for 2.5 million. peoplesworld.org 
A week after it first formed in the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Hurricane Beryl crashed into Texas with heavy rains and strong winds on Monday, killing at least two people, reported NBC News. The Category 1 storm knocked out power for more than 2.5 million customers and led to more than 1,000 flight cancellations, according to data tracker FlightAware. …
(2024-07-11). French Communists warn Macron is attempting to hijack Popular Front victory. peoplesworld.org 
France's New Popular Front (NPF), which won the most seats in Sunday's parliamentary election, has called on President Emmanuel Macron to ask it to form a government. But the president Tuesday addressed the nation saying that since no bloc had a majority, he intended to keep current Prime Minister Gabriel Attal in place until a …
(2024-07-11). Love among the artists: Leo and Gilda and Otto in 'Design for Living'. peoplesworld.org 
LOS ANGELES — Odyssey Theatre Ensemble is presenting a spicy adaptation of Noà´l Coward's salaciously audacious, eyebrow-raising ribald romp Design for Living. During the 1930s, as the Great Depression and rise of fascism devastated and threatened the world, a genre called "Proletarian Theater" entered Broadway, stage left. This pro-worker trend included Clifford Odets's landmark Waiting …
(2024-07-11). U.S. propaganda seeks to justify its asphyxiating policy against Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Jul 11 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said today that the United States, with lies and cynical propaganda, seeks to justify its cruel and absurd policy of economic asphyxiation against the people of the Caribbean nation.
(2024-07-11). European countries will develop cruise missiles to attack Russia. plenglish.com Brussels, July 11 (Prensa Latina) France, Germany, Poland and Italy plan to develop long-range weapons, including cruise rockets, to attack the depths of Russian territory, the capital's press indicated today.
(2024-07-11). US responsible for terrorism against Cuba, Peru migrants say. plenglish.com Lima, Jul 11 (Prensa Latina) The Association of Cuban Residents in Peru 'Raices Mambisas' denounced today the US responsibility in terrorism against the island and condemned the new attempt of that criminal practice.
(2024-07-11). Finland, Sweden pretend to boycott EU meeting in Hungary. plenglish.com Helsinki, Jul 11 (Prensa Latina) Finland and Sweden are going to boycott the European Union (EU) ministerial meetings in Hungary, the Finnish newspaper Helsingin Sanomat informed, quoting sources.
(2024-07-11). Experience and Traditions event to show Haitian culture in Cuba. plenglish.com Ciego de Avila, Cuba, Jul 11 (Prensa Latina) The music-dance group Fanm Zetwal, promoter of French-Haitian cultural expressions, will attend as a guest at the International Meeting Experience and Traditions Caracol 2024 to be held next October in Cayo Coco, in the north of this Cuban province.
(2024-07-11). Venezuela received more than one million tourists this year. plenglish.com Caracas, Jul 11 (Prensa Latina) Venezuela received at the end of the first semester of this year more than one million 90 000 international tourists, a growth of more than 400 000 visitors compared to the same period of 2023, the local press published today.
(2024-07-11). Mexican FM assures continuity of historic ties with Haiti. plenglish.com Mexico City, Jul 11 (Prensa Latina) Mexico's Foreign Affairs Secretary, Alicia Barcena, today assured the continuity of the strengthening of the historic relationship with Haiti, on the 95th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
(2024-07-11). Hungary warns about consequences of Ukraine's admission to NATO. plenglish.com Budapest, July 11 (Prensa Latina) The entry of Ukraine into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) would weaken the unity and defensive capacity of the bloc, declared today the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hungary, Péter Szijjártó.
(2024-07-11). Prime Minister on necessary measures for price control in Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, July 11 (Prensa Latina) The Prime Minister of Cuba, Manuel Marrero, today considered the temporary regulation of maximum retail prices for products imported by economic actors as a necessary measure.
(2024-07-11). German Parliamentarian in Washington Says No to NATO — Yes to Peace. pressenza.com Peace Instead of NATO: Speech by Sevim Dagdelen, Member of the German Bundestag at | ‚ÄûNo to NATO — Yes to Peace"-rally in Washington DC on July 7th 2024. | As NATO marks its 75th anniversary on the eve of its Washington summit, three of its great myths are unravelling. | First myth: That NATO is a defensive alliance abiding by international law. | In reality, over the last quarter century, NATO has waged unprovoked, illegal wars of aggression against Yugoslavia and Libya; and the United States, the leader of the alliance, invaded and occupied Iraq, in a catastrophic adventure [mdas…
(2024-07-11). Football for Peace Towards the 3rd World March for Peace and Non-violence in Pakistan. pressenza.com 
by: Irshad Ahmad Mughal | Preparations for the World March for Peace and Non-Violence 2024 are already underway in Pakistan, involving youth under the age of 13. A Football Festival was organized on the 8th and 9th of July featuring five teams in Bahria Town, with approximately 100 youth and officials participating in the event. | During the tournament, the youth received orientation about the significance of the World March for Peace and were given motivation to denounce any activities promoting violence in the future. | To transcend the competitive mindset of winning and losing, the tournament was structured…
(2024-07-11). Politics turned into memes, our blessing and our curse. pressenza.com The political information from all latitudes that the mass media bring us these days generates emotional contradictions, the truth is that we do not know whether to cry or laugh, because of the monstrous and ridiculous contents that are integrated in them. They are obviously symptoms of the political decomposition of the times, in which editors are no longer even used to cover up stupidity, impudence and corruption. | Electricity price hikes in the middle of winter in Chile | To understand the electricity price hike, let's go back to 2019, with a social uprising and the government of the day, plus the Congress de…
(2024-07-11). The (not-so-hidden) agenda for raising fertility rates. pressenza.com According to the INE, Chile's fertility rate will reach 1.5 children per woman in 2022. This figure is the lowest in Latin America and similar to rates in European countries. | It is argued that this figure is not 'sustainable' in the long term and that the fertility rate should be at least 2.1 children per woman. What 'sustainable' means to those behind the fertility increase agenda is worth asking. | First, we need to distinguish between the challenges we face and the challenges we accept due to the significant increase in life expectancy from 70 years in 1980 to 81 years today. The ratio of old to young will i…
(2024-07-11). Samsung workers' union in South Korea kicks off three-day strike. presstv.ir Samsung Electronics workers in South Korea braved the rain on Monday, to chant slogans and raise their fists in unison as they kicked off a three-day strike demanding better pay.
(2024-07-11). Evacuations, clean up begin in southern China flood-hit cities. presstv.ir Rescues evacuated residents in flood-hit cities across southern China after historic floods.
(2024-07-11). Samsung Electronics' main South Korea union to go on indefinite strike. presstv.ir Samsung Electronics' main South Korea union will go on an indefinite strike.
(2024-07-11). 'No Bombs, Just Bubbles': Children lead pro-Palestine protest in Rotterdam. presstv.ir Families organized a children's protest called 'No Bombs, Just Bubbles' in Rotterdam in support of children in Gaza.
(2024-07-11). Iran rejects NATO allegation it supplies ballistic missiles to Russia. presstv.ir Iran rejects NATO's politically-motivated and baseless allegations that Tehran provides ballistic missiles to Russia to be used in the military aggression on Ukraine.
(2024-07-11). Leftists lead in French legislative elections, no party wins absolute majority. presstv.ir A left-wing coalition leads in French legislative elections, with no party winning an absolute majority,…
(2024-07-11). 'He's the devil', Trump critics speak out against Supreme Court immunity ruling. presstv.ir Protesters gathered at the US Supreme Court after it recognized that ex-presidents have immunity from prosecution for certain actions taken in office.
(2024-07-11). Iran court rules US must pay nearly $7bn in damages to EB patients over sanctions. presstv.ir An Iranian court has ruled that the United States must pay some seven billion dollars in damages over its illegal sanctions affecting the country's patients suffering from EB.
(2024-07-11). President Putin: Iran-Russia cooperation to expand further. presstv.ir Russian President Vladimir Putin says bilateral cooperation between Moscow and Tehran will continue to grow under the upcoming Iranian administration led by president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian.
(2024-07-11). Russia says destroyed multiple Ukrainian warplanes over past 24 hours. presstv.ir The Russian army conducted cluster strikes on Ukrainian military airports with high-precision weapons.
(2024-07-11). Iran's president-elect says ready for 'constructive dialog' with Arab world. presstv.ir Iran's president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian invites the regional Arab countries to engage in "constructive dialog" with the Islamic Republic.
(2024-07-11). UN Watch, Zionist asset. presstv.ir UN Watch, which claims to be a human rights NGO that promotes human rights for all, in actuality runs cover for the Zionist entity and promotes Western imperialism.
(2024-07-11). Russian military vessels dock in Venezuela. presstv.ir Russian military vessels arrive in Venezuela shortly after visiting Cuba.
(2024-07-11). Nonprofit Watchdog Suffers Due to Elon Musk's SLAPP Suit. projectcensored.org The nonprofit media watchdog Media Matters for America (MMFA) has recently announced layoffs in response to financial difficulties caused by its legal battles with Elon Musk, billionaire owner of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). In a May 2024 report for Common Dreams, Jon Quealley detailed how Musk's frivolous…
(2024-07-11). Internal Displacement Numbers on the Increase in 2023. projectcensored.org The Internal Displacement Monitoring Center (IDMC), the leading source of data on internally displaced people used by the United Nations, reported that some 75.9 million people had been displaced from their homes in 2023. Olivia Rosane, staff writer for Common Dreams, reported on the IDMC's 2023 Global Report on Internal…
(2024-07-11). You're a Hypocrite, And So Am I. projectcensored.org By Eleanor Goldfield We're all hypocrites. For the most part, it's not our fault. We necessarily live in the systems we're working to change. I'm writing this on a device made possible by conflict materials dug up by children in Congo. I'm sitting in an air-conditioned home that most likely…
(2024-07-11). Russia Creates State-Sponsored, Censored Clone of Wikipedia. projectcensored.org Russia has created Ruviki, a Wikipedia replacement that contains copies of all 1.9 million Russian-language Wikipedia articles, censored and edited to portray the Russian government in a more positive light, Jules Roscoe reported for 404 Media, a tech news website, in April 2024. Russian Wikipedia editors used to call the…
(2024-07-11). China rechaza acusación de EEUU sobre supuesto apoyo militar a Rusia. radiohc.cu Beijing, 11 julio (RHC) El portavoz de la cancillería china, Lin Jian condenó hoy las acusaciones de Estados Unidos sobre el supuesto apoyo del gigante asiático a la industria de defensa rusa en el tema Ucrania.
(2024-07-11). Cuba por primera vez a un Mundial de Atletismo Máster. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (JIT).- Cuba llevará nueve figuras al Campeonato Mundial de Atletismo Máster 2024, previsto del 13 al 25 de agosto en la ciudad sueca de Estocolmo.
(2024-07-11). El barrio de Jesús María en Sancti Spíritus (+Fotos). radiohc.cu
(2024-07-11). Pinar deja al campo a Industriales en inicio de semifinales en béisbol cubano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (PL).- Los Vegueros de Pinar del Río doblegaron 4-3 a los Industriales de La Habana en el primer juego del playoff semifinal del campeonato cubano de béisbol.
(2024-07-11). We Found Each-Other After 30 Years. smoothiex12.blogspot.com My dearest friend, musical genius composer Anton Ovcharenko found me (yeah, there are some benefits to being somewhat famous) and I found him back! He was looking for me for 30 year and he is alive and well, living in Finland! He now is being coerced by me to return to composing and recording! )))
(2024-07-11). Who Thinks Donald Trump Is Racist? tomdispatch.com Former president Donald Trump often finds himself on the defensive against accusations of racism. He regularly denies the charges, distorting his record and resorting to his "Black friends" defense, while attempting to throw the allegations back at liberals. However, he never explains why he is the favorite son of the one group in society about whose racial bigotry there can be no debate: avowed racists. Since Trump emerged as a public political figure, they have been resolute in their loyalty to him. Are Trump's African American allies like Senator Tim Scott or Representative Byron Donalds, or Latino ones like S…
(2024-07-11). Zimbabwe's tourism sector uses cooperation with the media to stimulate growth. tvbrics.com 
Zimbabwe intends to promote tourism both locally and internationally…
(2024-07-11). Egypt launches free screening programme to detect various diseases. tvbrics.com 
The initiative is in line with the country's sustainable development goals…
(2024-07-11). China publish ethical criteria for human genome editing research. tvbrics.com 
The requirements for conducting such work are also prescribed…
(2024-07-11). Russia and Iran to broaden their cultural ties through the Role of Friendship Festival. tvbrics.com 
To strengthen creative and artistic connections between the two nations, an international arts festival is scheduled to take place in Moscow…
(2024-07-11). Karsai v Hungary: little new on assisted dying. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
Introduction The applicant in the ECtHR case of Karsai v Hungary, Mr Karsai, a 47-year-old human-rights lawyer who lives in Budapest, was diagnosed in 2022 with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) — a neurodegenerative disease that causes a progressive loss of motor neuron function leaving the patient completely paralysed, while preserving intellectual function. Mr Karsai maintains …
(2024-07-11). Nato warns China over role as 'decisive enabler' helping Russia in Ukraine war. scmp.com Unprecedented and blunt joint declaration from security alliance at Washington summit calls on Beijing to uphold UN purposes and principles.
(2024-07-11). Why are NATO and China facing off over Ukraine? aljazeera.com NATO allies accuse China of being a 'decisive enabler' of Russia's war on Ukraine at their Washington, DC, summit.
(2024-07-11). NATO war summit prepares direct entry into Ukraine war. wsws.org This week's NATO summit heralds a new phase in the war with Russia, in which the NATO military alliance will openly take charge of arming, funding and directing the Ukrainian military.
(2024-07-11). F-16 jets on the way to Ukraine from Denmark and the Netherlands. scmp.com The US-built aircraft will be flying over Ukrainian skies this summer, as Kyiv seeks to bolster its air defences against Russian attacks.
(2024-07-11). Ukraine seizes cargo ship carrying 'looted' grain for Russia. aljazeera.com Cameroonian-flagged ship is alleged to have been working for Russia to transport the Ukrainian grain to the Middle East.
(2024-07-11). Iran Hits Back at NATO for Fueling Ukraine War. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry refuted the allegations of providing military aid to Russia, made at a summit of NATO in the US, attributing the Ukraine crisis to NATO's provocative policies.
(2024-07-11). China slams NATO's 'provocations, lies, smears' over its Russia ties. aljazeera.com NATO accuses China of enabling Russia's war in Ukraine and expresses concern over its nuclear and space capabilities.
(2024-07-11). Amid Russian aggression, Ukraine is also facing a demographic crisis. aljazeera.com As we mark World Population Day, we must explore ways in which Ukraine can navigate this challenge.
(2024-07-11). NATO promises Ukraine $43bn in aid, 'irreversible path' to membership. aljazeera.com Pledges come as US also announced it will deploy longer-range missiles to Germany and bolster defences against Russia.
(2024-07-11). Russia's July 8 Attack on a Children's Hospital in Ukraine. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Emergency services work at the site of Okhmatdyt children's hospital hit by Russian missiles, in Kyiv, Ukraine, July 8, 2024. | © 2024 AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka | (Kyiv) – Russian forces' strikes on multiple cities in Ukraine on July 8, 2024, killed at least 42 civilians, including five children, and injured at least 190, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attacks also caused significant damage to vital infrastructure, including the Okhmatdyt children's hospital in Kyiv, the country's largest children's hospital.The hospital's director told the UN Security Council that the s…
(2024-07-11). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 867. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 867th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-07-11). Power still out for 1.5 million Texans amid deadly heat wave in aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. wsws.org Days after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, more nearly 1.5 million people in the southeast region of the state are without power or air conditioning as an intense and dangerous heat wave continues in the region.
(2024-07-11). US Fed chair takes a step towards interest rate cut. wsws.org The clearest indication of the move was Powell's reference to the "cooling" of the labour market.
(2024-07-11). Democratic-controlled North Carolina election board continues to block third parties from ballot. wsws.org At a meeting on Tuesday, the board voted to approve ballot access for the far-right Constitution Party, but neglected to hold a vote on We the People Party and the Justice for All Party, leaving Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Cornel West off the ballot for now.
(2024-07-11). Sri Lankan public sector workers take national industrial action over pay. wsws.org The unions are desperate to prevent a political confrontation with the Wickremesinghe government, which has refused to grant any pay rise and threatens to ban all strike action.
(2024-07-11). Biden proclaims AFL-CIO union bureaucrats as "my domestic NATO" before attending second day of summit. wsws.org The visit to the AFL-CIO headquarters underscored the role of the unions in preparing the "home front" for war.
(2024-07-11). Greek government introduces six-day working week in stepped up offensive. wsws.org The New Democracy government's attacks on the working class have earned it widespread praise from the global financial elite Standard and Poor's has updated its outlook on Greece from "stable" to "positive", while German business interests speak of Greece as a new model.
(2024-07-11). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Swedish health union's sellout of nurses' fight for shorter hours met with outpouring of hostility on social media; strikes and protests by oil and agricultural workers and retirees over collapsing standard of living continue across Iran during presidential election; national walkout by Ghanaian state employees in all ministries over unpaid allowances and non-implemented agreed salary structure…
(2024-07-11). Partisan North Carolina election board continues to block third parties from ballot. wsws.org At a meeting on Tuesday, the board voted to approve ballot access for the far-right Constitution Party, but neglected to hold a vote on We the People Party and the Justice for All Party, leaving Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Cornel West off the ballot for now.
(2024-07-11). National Education Association shuts down annual convention, locks out striking staffers. wsws.org The largest union in the US, the NEA, was forced to call off its annual convention when delegates honored the picket line of striking staff members.
(2024-07-11). New Caledonia sees surge in pro-independence vote in French election. wsws.org The poll took place amid a police-military crackdown in which a French occupying force of 3,700 security personnel has been deployed to suppress political unrest.
(2024-07-11). Democratic Party crisis intensifies as first senator calls for Biden to drop re-election bid. wsws.org Public opposition among Democratic Party officeholders to the renomination of President Joe Biden has continued to grow, despite efforts by the White House to suppress it.
(2024-07-11). Morenoite Révolution permanente group backs French New Popular Front as it allies with Macron. wsws.org The move unmasks RP's revolutionary pretensions. It is a middle class party that, like the NFP, works to block working class opposition to Macron and his policies of imperialist war and police-state rule.
(2024-07-11). Chicago teachers: Organize rank-and-file committees to fight another sellout contract! wsws.org Behind closed doors, a conspiracy is being hatched against 25,000 Chicago school teachers. The Chicago Teachers Union is working with the city administration of Brandon Johnson to impose cuts in a new contract and block a strike during a politically explosive election year.
(2024-07-11). Former Labourite intelligence chief Schoof heads far-right Dutch government. wsws.org Schoof's nomination epitomizes the deep connections between neo-fascism, police-state rule and imperialist war with Russia that are at the heart of Dutch and European imperialist politics.
(2024-07-11). Socialist Workers Party "Marxism 2024" festival promotes Jeremy Corbyn as leader of a "left" regroupment. wsws.org Corbyn was featured speaker at the SWP's festival on Saturday, with its members giving him a hero's welcome.
(2024-07-11). Train carrying anhydrous ammonia derails and catches fire in North Dakota. wsws.org Officials said favorable winds directed smoke away from populated areas but issued a shelter-in-place order on Sunday after a rail car began venting dangerous amounts of ammonia.
(2024-07-11). David Fincher's The Killer: Why this film? Why now? wsws.org This is not a good film, it is misguided from beginning to end. Why should anyone care about the central character or most of the others?
(2024-07-11). Grey Anderson: Imperium Uncloaked. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Tom Stevenson, Someone Else's Empire. Lucid anatomization of the American imperium, with a devastating assessment of the UK's equerry role.
(2024-07-11). Jackie Chan's "A Legend" takes third place in China box office chart. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING, CHINA | Xinhua | "A Legend," a Chinese domestic epic drama starring action movie icon Jackie Chan, came up third in the box office chart on the Chinese mainland on Wednesday, the first day of its screening. The film pocketed 6.67 million yuan (934,959 U.S. dollars) on Wednesday. With its presale box office, the …
(2024-07-11). Media Reports Earth's '1.5C Temperature limit' was 'breached for 12 months in a row' — Nothing Bad Happened. wattsupwiththat.com What will the media say in a couple of years when temperatures go back down as the extra water vapor dissipates and the ozone returns to normal? Perhaps they'll embrace Emily Littela with a collective "never mind!"
(2024-07-11). Ssekikubo, team pitch camp in West Nile to hunt for signatures. independent.co.ug 
Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Members of Parliament (MPs) fronting the censure motion against parliamentary commissioners have pitched camp in the West Nile to collect the remaining six signatures from their colleagues in the sub region. Over the past one month, a group of MPs led by Lwemiyaga County legislator Theodore Ssekikubo, began collecting …
(2024-07-11). Breakthrough Discoveries and Progress in Space and Science. devdiscourse.com In a resurgence of financial support, space startups secured $2.41 billion in global investments from April to June, according to Seraphim Space, driven by anticipated government spending.
(2024-07-11). Radhika Desai: Peak Hindutva? newleftreview.org As Modi's BJP loses its overall majority, Radhika Desai examines the part played by India's capitalist conglomerates in his rise—and the contradictions on which their strategy has foundered. The economic crisis of the parched countryside as brake on Hindutva's forward march.
(2024-07-11). Alec Baldwin accused of breaking gun rules, as Rust shooting trial begins. scmp.com The Hollywood star's lawyer argued he was failed by the film's safety experts, leading to the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
(2024-07-11). Thailand: Killing of prominent Human rights defender Roning Dolah. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). A new tune: Philly historical commission set to drop nomination for North Philly jazz venue. whyy.org 
Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! In an unusual turn of events, New Barber's Hall in North Philadelphia is no longer headed for historic designation after the music venue's longtime owner decided against it. | The Philadelphia Historical Commission is expected to approve a request to
(2024-07-11). The Brittany Higgins 'diabolical plot to bring down the House' explained. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-07-11). Video: Astronauts stuck on International Space Station give update. aljazeera.com Two US astronauts stuck on the International Space Station because of problems with Boeing's Starliner transport craft.
(2024-07-11). Bugweri Internal Auditor Arrested over Alleged Fraud. plusnews.ug 
Police in Busoga East have arrested Faisal Mugabe, the internal auditor of Bugweri district over alleged involvement in fraudulent activities. His arrest follows a dossier compiled by a whistleblower, to the Bugweri Resident District Commissioner, Janet Mulindwa, which indicated that Mugabe had connived with other district officials to access surplus salaries contrary to their approved …
(2024-07-11). EU investigating Chinese wind-turbine companies in Germany for state subsidies. scmp.com Development coincides with Beijing launching its first retaliatory moves against bloc's foreign-subsidies regulation amid bilateral tensions.
(2024-07-11). US and Nato agree on countering China, with alliance a 'bridge' to Indo-Pacific, Blinken says. scmp.com 'We have more convergence now when it comes to how to approach China than we've ever had,' US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says at Nato summit in Washington.
(2024-07-11). From Europe to the US, new left must renew focus on jobs and workers. scmp.com To defeat the far-right, the left must return to its roots and restore good jobs, dignity and economic security to workers.
(2024-07-11). How much is each NATO country spending on its military in 2024? aljazeera.com The 32 members of the world's most powerful military alliance will spend $1.47 trillion this year.
(2024-07-11). Staging an art festival in one of Jerusalem's most volatile sites. haaretz.com Mount Zion is home to the Manofim Festival this year, with exhibits at two festival sites relating to dispossession, invasion and disputed holy sites…
(2024-07-11). Constructive Dialogue for Regional Cooperation Sole Way to Meet Challenges: Pezeshkian. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The president-elect of Iran announced plans for closer cooperation and friendship with the regional and neighboring states, describing constructive, deep and purposeful dialogue for regional integrity as the only way to address the challenges and ensure sustainable security.
(2024-07-11). Iran Urges Boost to Intra-BRICS Trade. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Parliament speaker called for replacements for US dollar-denominated trade to counter unilateralism, urging the BRICS member states to facilitate the establishment of new financial transaction procedures to promote trade.
(2024-07-11). Details of Pezeshkian's Endorsement Ceremony Announced. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The ceremony of endorsement of the presidency of Masoud Pezeshkian by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei is schedule to be held in Tehran on July 28.
(2024-07-11). Costas Lapavitsas — Retreat of the extreme centre, rise of the far right, return of the radical left. defenddemocracy.press Jul 9, 2024 In Europe the extreme centre is fading. While the far right is gaining momentum the left has finally dashed out of the starting blocks Costas Lapavitsas is Professor of Economics at the School of Oriental and African Studies andconvenor at European Research Network on Social and Economic Policy. He is the lead …
(2024-07-11). ENHAS and DAS operating without tenancy agreements. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is yet to sign tenancy agreements with cargo handling companies, ENHAS and DAS as they await a decision by the Chief Government Valuer. The authority's Director General, Fred Bamwesigye made this revelation while meeting Members of Parliament (MPs) on the Committee of Commissions, Statutory …
(2024-07-11). KRG Eager to Boost Iran Ties during Pezeshkian's Tenure. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq Nechervan Barzani expressed his autonomous region's readiness to expand friendly relations and cooperation with Iran in all fields as Iranian President-Elect Masoud Pezeshkian is going to take office in coming weeks.
(2024-07-11). Cambodia: Convictions and prison sentences of ten members of Mother Nature Cambodia. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). Kodak photo printers maintain 'Amazon Bestseller' status. ummid.com The Kodak photo printer, manufactured and distributed by Prinics, has become a global Amazon bestseller.
(2024-07-11). Lorenzo's 10-Man Gamble Pays Off: Colombia Reaches Copa America Final. devdiscourse.com Colombia coach Nestor Lorenzo was ecstatic after his daring strategy to stay on the offensive, despite being reduced to 10 men, resulted in a 1-0 victory over Uruguay. This win propels Colombia to the Copa America final against Argentina.
(2024-07-11). UEFA Euro 2024 final: Teams, match schedule, start times, venue, date. aljazeera.com Who will play in Euro 2024's final? When is the match and how to follow? Who is the top scorer? Al Jazeera explains.
(2024-07-11). The Heat: South Africa politics. america.cgtn.com 
Weeks after the African National Congress failed to win a majority in South Africa's elections, the country's coalition government is up and running. | A new cabinet has been sworn in with most seats going to the ANC. The Democratic Alliance party also holds some key positions. But, can this government of national unity work together and what are some of its biggest priorities and challenges. | To discuss: | Mavuso Msimang is an ANC veteran and a former member of its National Executive Committee. |
(2024-07-11). Western capitalists are drawing humanity into nuclear annihilation. Stop them! defenddemocracy.press US Announces It Will Deploy Previously Banned Nuclear-Capable Missiles To Germany The deployment of land-based Tomahawk missiles would have violated the INF Treaty, which the US withdrew from in 2019 July 10, 2024 The US announced on Wednesday that it will deploy missiles to Germany that would have been banned under the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces …
(2024-07-11). New Crested Crane Hotel almost set for commissioning. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The newly built Crested Crane Hotel in Jinja is nearing completion and is expected to be handed over to the government by the end of this month, according to the project implementers. The hotel is expected to be assigned 3-Star class when it is commissioned, as planned in October this …
(2024-07-11). China Stocks Surge as Regulatory Measures Tame Short-Selling. devdiscourse.com China stocks experienced a notable rebound on Thursday following the securities regulator's announcement of additional curbs on short-selling to enhance market sentiment. Significant gains were also observed in Hong Kong stocks.
(2024-07-11). Africa can transform its aviation sector by harnessing new routes — report. independent.co.ug 
A new study highlights how Africa's untapped aviation routes are capable of fueling major growth in both intercontinental and intra-continental flights. West African routes lead, with experts advocating for their exploration alongside visa-free travel to revolutionize air travel across the continent. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | A new study by European aircraft manufacturer …
(2024-07-11). Joe Biden hails 'best of allies' in first talks with UK's Keir Starmer. scmp.com Making his Nato debut in Washington, the new British prime minister says the 'special relationship' with the US is 'stronger than ever'.
(2024-07-11). Despite the results of the French and British elections, the far right is still on the rise. defenddemocracy.press By Marwan Emil Toubasi While there are some similarities between the circumstances that led to the rise of the far right in the 1930s and the rise of current far-right movements in Europe, there are also significant differences in the historical, social and political contexts. These factors make it difficult to draw a direct comparison …
(2024-07-11). China: Government manipulates human rights review. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). Owen Hatherley: Labourism: In and Against? newleftreview.org Owen Hatherley on Andy Beckett, The Searchers. Interlinked portraits of the Labour Party's Bennite bloc, from 1968 to the Corbyn leadership.
(2024-07-11). Blobfest, Christopher Cross, Tinicum Arts Festival, Shady Grove Music Fest and more in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
Steve McQueen's debut was the campy, cult classic film, "The Blob," back in 1958. It's safe to say both the actor and the movie moved past their humble beginnings. McQueen became an icon, and "The Blob" morphed into Blobfest, now celebrating its 25th year. The Tinicum Arts Festival can beat that, though. The juried festival with over 180 artists is now in its 73rd year. Nostalgia continues to rule the music scene as Grammy-and Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Christoper Cross comes to Atlantic City (possibly by sailboat, but we don't know for sure), tribute band Wild Child plays the music of The Doors in Delaware,…
(2024-07-11). Divorced Muslim women entitled to maintenance from former husband: SC. ummid.com In a judgement likely to read as interference in the Muslim Personal Law, the Supreme Court of India Wednesday ruled that divorced Muslim women are entitled to maintenance under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.
(2024-07-11). France Election Results 2024: No clear winner, Macron asks PM to stay. ummid.com French President Emmanuel Macron Monday asked incumbent Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to stay in office after the 2024 legislative elections in France ended without a clear winner.
(2024-07-11). Cédric Durand: Landscapes of Capital. newleftreview.org A critical engagement with the work of Brett Christophers, whose books—The New Enclosure, Rentier Capitalism, Our Lives in Their Portfolios and The Price Is Wrong—unfold a novel critique of the 'rentier stage' of contemporary capitalism, in the tradition of radical historical geography developed by Lefebvre, Harvey and Davis.
(2024-07-11). India-Iran Ties Under President Masoud Pezeshkian. ummid.com With a new President, Masoud Pezeshkian, in office in Iran, questions are being asked about the future course of Indo-Iran bilateral ties. However, no reset should be expected as both countries understand the need to stand together as bilateral relation have indeed consolidated during the recent past, under Modi 3.0.
(2024-07-11). Pfizer advances weight-loss pill in race to market, hopes to ease post-Covid decline. scmp.com The pill is designed as a needle-free alternative to popular weight-loss shots from Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly.
(2024-07-11). Duale Expresses Gratitude to President and Kenyans After Ruto Dissolves Cabinet. plusnews.ug 
Kenyan President William Ruto dismissed his cabinet secretaries and the attorney general on Thursday, citing the need to reflect the voices of the nation regarding the cabinet's performance. "Upon reflection, listening keenly to what the people of Kenya have said, and after a holistic appraisal of the performance of my cabinet and its achievements and …
(2024-07-11). German Parliamentarian in Washington Says No to NATO — Yes to Peace. defenddemocracy.press Peace Instead of NATO Speech by Sevim Dagdelen, Member of the German Bundestag at ‚ÄûNo to NATO — Yes to Peace"-rally in Washington DC on July 7th 2024. As NATO marks its 75th anniversary on the eve of its Washington summit, three of its great myths are unravelling. First myth: That NATO is a defensive …
(2024-07-11). Kenyan president dismisses almost entire cabinet after deadly protests. scmp.com The East African nation was left reeling after peaceful rallies last month over steep tax increases flared into deadly violence with police firing at crowds who stormed parliament.
(2024-07-11). Desperate Zimbabweans cross Zambia border for cheaper healthcare, medicines. aljazeera.com With essential drugs and specialised care expensive or unavailable, poor Zimbabweans opt to travel long distances.
(2024-07-11). An Electoral Stunner! How Engineer Rashid Suddenly Won From Prison. fairobserver.com 
"My father has kept us away from politics, whether it is me, my brother or any other family member. My little brother returned back from Delhi a few days ago only to campaign and become the voice of our jailed father." These were the words of Abrar, son of the jailed Indian politician Sheikh Abdul…
(2024-07-11). Top Entertainment News: Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Trial and More. devdiscourse.com Current headlines in entertainment news cover a range of stories. Alec Baldwin is on trial for involuntary manslaughter after a shooting incident on the set of 'Rust' in 2021, where a live round killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Baldwin, who claims he was failed by set safety experts, is facing unprecedented prosecution.
(2024-07-11). 90% of Asian-Americans plan to vote in US election, with Biden favoured over Trump: survey. scmp.com Nearly three times as many respondents viewed Democrats as doing a better job countering racism than Republicans.
(2024-07-11). Rebecca Lossin: The Multiple Gaze. newleftreview.org Resisting the erasure of working-class life in the American rust belt, the critical photography of LaToya Ruby Frazier combines intimate portraiture with representations of capital's flight. Rebecca Lossin reflects on MoMA's recent retrospective of her work—and on the cultural politics of documentary image-making in an age saturated with the visual.
(2024-07-11). UK begins manhunt after suitcases with 'human remains' found on landmark bridge. scmp.com Initial inquiries have established the man was taken to the bridge in a taxi, which has been seized. The driver is helping police with inquiries.
(2024-07-11). Health Workers Advised to Conduct Pre-Treatment Assessments for Hepatitis Patients. plusnews.ug 
Health workers nationwide have been advised to perform thorough assessments and consider several key factors before treating viral hepatitis patients. This advisory comes as the country prepares to commemorate World Hepatitis Day on July 28. According to Dr. George Patrick Akabwai, a specialist physician, health workers should ensure they obtain a complete medical history of …
(2024-07-11). After targeted TikTok campaign, Great Valley teachers are pushing for a digital citizenship curriculum. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Great Valley Board of School Directors is meeting Monday for the first time since the New York Times The teacher's union has requested its nearly 400 members to attend the me…
(2024-07-11). Chuck Schumer open to replacing Joe Biden as 2024 Democrat nominee: report. scmp.com Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer reiterated his support for Joe Biden after an Axios report about him privately signalling his concern to donors.
(2024-07-11). Iran's President-Elect Declares Unshakable Support for Palestine. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President-Elect Masoud Pezeshkian assured the Palestinian nation and resistance forces of his administration's unwavering support in the struggle against the Zionist regime.
(2024-07-11). Surat: Multi floor building housing textile workers collapses. ummid.com A 6-storey building in Krishnanagar, Sachin GIDC area of Surat where textile workers were staying with their families collapsed Saturday afternoon.
(2024-07-11). Humanitarian Truce Faces Hurdles As Fighting Rages in North Kivu. plusnews.ug 
The effective implementation of a two-week truce in North Kivu province eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues to suffer hurdles following resumed fighting between the March M23 Movement and government forces /coalition wazalendo. Last week, the United States announced that both FARDC soldiers and M23 fighters have accepted a two-week total cease-fire under her …
(2024-07-11). Jubilee Homes of Syracuse, Inc Annual Fundraiser. urbancny.com 
Jubilee Homes of Syracuse, Inc will host their annual fundraiser event. The event will take place on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Rail Line Syracuse located at 530 S Clinton St., Syracuse, NY from 5: 30 PM — 8: 30PM. Jubilee Homes would appreciate your support by purchasing a ticket to attend this event. Food will be catered by Henry Hen House and desserts by Trita Treatz. Enjoy live music performance by Mike Houston and Sam Wynn. If you are unable to attend but would like to contribute, please go to www.jubilee-homes.org and click on DONATE. Follow the link on Jubilee Home Fundraiser flyer below, to check…
(2024-07-11). Russia court rejects appeal by jailed rights advocate Oleg Orlov. aljazeera.com Co-chair of Nobel Prize-winning Memorial group says he has 'no regrets', compares Russian justice with Nazi Germany.
(2024-07-11). Governor Hochul Unveils "Sail-Thru Summer" Initiative to Promote MWBE Certification Across New York State. urbancny.com 
Statewide Network of Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers and Small Business Development Centers to Help Streamline Certification Process Enhanced Free Support With Certification Process Available Until August 30th, 2024 Participants May Receive Certification Determination in as Little as 90 Days Builds on Governor's Continued Commitment to Supporting Small Businesses in Every Region Governor Kathy Hochul today unveiled a statewide effort led by Empire State Development to advance Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) opportunities across New York State. This "Sail-Thru Summer" initiative encourages…
(2024-07-11). NEET UG 2024: SC grills NTA but non-committal on re-exam. ummid.com The Supreme Court of India Monday July 08, 2024 grilled the National Test Agency (NTA) over the irregularities and reports of paper leak in The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) or NEET (UG) but refused to grant any immediate relief to those seeking re-exams.
(2024-07-11). URCS & Busoga Kingdom Launch Blood Donation Drives in Busoga Communities. plusnews.ug 
The Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) on Thursday conducted a strategic meeting and orientation session on voluntary Blood Donor Recruitment (BDR) with the Royal Chiefs of the 11 chiefdoms of Busoga Kingdom. The session, held at the Kingdom headquarters on Bugembe Hill, also included HRH the Minister of Youth, chiefdom youth ministers, chiefdom mobilizers, and …
(2024-07-11). If Biden can't do the job, Democrats need to consider alternatives. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-07-11). As Saudi Arabia rings in Islamic New Year 1446, Kaaba adorned with new Kiswah. ummid.com Muharram 2024 Moon Sighting Live Updates: The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia and the Moon sighting committees in the United Arab Emirate (UAE), Kuwait, Jordan, Oman, Iraq, Qatar, Morocco, Iran and other Muslim states have appealed the local residents to sight the New Moon of the Holy month of Muharram al Haram today i.e. Friday 29th of Dhul Hijjah 1445 AH corresponding to July 05, 2024.
(2024-07-11). üî¥BREAKING NEWS: Kenyan President Ruto fires cabinet. independent.co.ug 
Ruto to form broad-based government to eliminate wastage, fight corruption and cut the national debt. Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT & XINHUA | Embattled Kenyan President William Ruto has dissolved his cabinet with immediate effect, leaving out only Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi. "Upon reflection and listening keenly to what the …
(2024-07-11). Iran's Crude Oil Price Rises in H1 2024: OPEC. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's average crude oil price increased by $4.76 per barrel in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries' (OPEC) latest report.
(2024-07-11). Embattled Biden to give high-stakes press conference as he faces calls to quit race. scmp.com The eyes of the world will be on the 81-year-old US president as he tries to calm growing calls from his Democratic Party to step aside over his age and health.
(2024-07-11). Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic storms into Quarter Finals in style. ummid.com World No 2 Novak Djokovic Monday stormed into Wimbledon Quarter Finals, convincingly defeating Holger Rune in three straight sets with the scoreboard screaming 6-3, 6-4, 6-2.
(2024-07-11). Censure Motion MPs Pitch Camp In West Nile To Hunt For Signatures. plusnews.ug 
Members of Parliament (MPs) fronting the censure motion against parliamentary commissioners have pitched camp in the West Nile to collect the remaining six signatures from their colleagues in the sub region. Over the past one month, a group of MPs led by Lwemiyaga County legislator Theodore Ssekikubo, began collecting signatures to support a motion to …
(2024-07-11). President Museveni Commissioned Spiro electric Motorcycles. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni commissioned Spiro electric motorcycles today at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. The Spiro delegation was led by Mr. Odrek Rwabwogo, Chairperson of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development (PACEID). Spiro, formerly known as M Auto Electric, is a leading electric bike company in Africa, noted for …
(2024-07-11). Myanmar: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). Juvenile Offenders Overwhelm Kabale Remand Home. plusnews.ug 
The high number of suspected juvenile criminals on remand at Kabale remand home in Kabale district is worrying leaders. According to Henry Twinomuhwezi, Kabale High Court Assistant Registrar, 604 juveniles have been brought to the remand home from the districts of Kigezi and Ankole regions for remand since September 2018 it started operations. Out …
(2024-07-11). 2026 ELECTIONS: EC expects 22 million eligible voters. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Electoral Commission says the number of eligible voters in Uganda is expected to reach a record 22 million at the 2026 general election. The Electoral Commission has revealed that there will be four million voters compared to the last general election. The biggest majority of the voters will be …
(2024-07-11). Watch: Tallest yet submissive, ex-NBA star Tacko Fall performs Umrah. ummid.com Former NBA star, Tacko Fall, performed Umrah, lesser Hajj, on Monday, and his video of performing Tawaf, circumambulating around Kaaba, has gone viral.
(2024-07-11). SATIRE: Hims Opens Brick-And-Mortar Brothel To Boost Men's Confidence. theonion.com 
SAN FRANCISCO—Describing the new service as a "game changer" for its most loyal customers, telehealth company Hims opened a brick-and-mortar brothel Wednesday with the aim of boosting men's confidence. "Hims is proud to launch its first-ever house of prostitution, which employs hundreds of highly trained sex workers…
(2024-07-11). AOC pushes to impeach US Supreme Court's Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito. aljazeera.com Democrats have criticised the court, which has a conservative majority, for rulings favouring the right in US politics.
(2024-07-11). 3 factors that will shape Britain's China policy under Labour. scmp.com The British economy's woes, US influence and tension between chasing growth and upholding British values will guide Labour's policymaking.
(2024-07-11). (NUC 14 Pro+) ASUS unpacks ultracompact computers. ummid.com Taiwan based hardware major ASUS Tuesday unveiled the ASUS NUC 14 Pro+, an ultracompact PC that offers best-in-class performance.
(2024-07-11). Anti-Semitism swells in Europe amid Gaza war, says EU watchdog. aljazeera.com
(2024-07-11). Nothing against Hindus in Rahul Gandhi's LS speech: Shankaracharya. ummid.com In a big blow to PM Modi-led campaign against Rahul Gandhi, Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, the 46th Shankaracharya of Jyotir Math, categorically said there was nothing against Hindus or Hinduism in the Leader of Opposition's speech in the Lok Sabha.
(2024-07-11). Mt. Gox Bitcoin pay-out fears leave Crypto market poorer by over $170 bn. ummid.com Cyrpto market Friday July 05, 2024 lost over $170 billion amid the reports that the trustee overseeing the Mt. Gox bankruptcy has announced the commencement of Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash repayments to creditors affected by the infamous hack resulting in losses worth billions.
(2024-07-11). US and France may be in turmoil but Britain is no island of stability. scmp.com The political chaos and the sway of populist politicians in the US and France are no reason to overlook the many problems facing Britain.
(2024-07-11). SATIRE: $1 Billion Donation To Johns Hopkins University To Allow Most Medical Students Free Tuition. theonion.com 
Bloomberg Philanthropies announced that it is gifting $1 billion to Johns Hopkins University to cover medical students' full tuition if their families earn less than $300,000, as well as cover the living expenses of students from families who earn less than $175,000 and increase financial aid for nursing and public…
(2024-07-11). Bahrain: Joint letter on Dr. Abduljalil Al-Singace as he exceeds three years on hunger strike. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). Meet Indian origin, Faraz Khalid, granted Saudi Citizenship by Royal Decree. ummid.com Saudi Arabia has accorded citizenship by a Royal Decree to a number of scientists, doctors, researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs among them is also Faraz Khalid, an India origin entrepreneur.
(2024-07-11). Poland continues coal mine rescue efforts with 2 miners missing, 10 injured. scmp.com Coal mining is considered hazardous in Poland, where some coal mines are prone to methane gas explosions or to cave-ins.
(2024-07-11). Top Sports Headlines: England's Euros Glory, U.S. Soccer Shake-Up, Wimbledon Highlights. devdiscourse.com England showcased their prowess at the European Championship, with Ollie Watkins securing a last-minute winner against Netherlands, ensuring a spot in Sunday's final in Berlin. This 2-1 win has their fans brimming with excitement.
(2024-07-11). SATIRE: God Forced To Shave Head After Contracting Plague Of Lice. theonion.com 
THE HEAVENS—Saying He had no choice but to target the painful, itching sensation directly at the source, God Almighty, Creator of the Universe, was reportedly forced to shave his head Thursday after contracting a biblical plague of lice. "Yesterday, a misdirected divine commandment resulted in all the dust of the…
(2024-07-11). China's economic influence more welcome in poorer countries, poll finds. aljazeera.com Thailand holds most positive views of China, followed by Nigeria, Kenya and Tunisia, Pew survey shows.
(2024-07-11). Argentina's Fiery Response: Drake's Copa America Bet Backfires. devdiscourse.com In a sharp retort, Argentina responded to Canadian rapper Drake's failed bet on Canada's victory in the Copa America semi-final. Drake had wagered $300,000, hoping for a $2.88 million payout.
(2024-07-11). Euro 2024: Netherlands overwhelms Turkey, England ends Swiss march to Semis. ummid.com The Netherlands completely overwhelmed Turkey whereas England ended Switzerland campaign to reach Euro Semi Finals and win the Euro Cup 2024 Saturday July 07, 2024.
(2024-07-11). Macron's secret contacts with Le Pen/Les contacts secrets de Macron avec Le Pen. defenddemocracy.press Quand Édouard Philippe et Marine Le Pen dàÆnaient ensemble chez Thierry Solère, proche de Macron Édouard Philippe aurait dàÆné avec Marine Le Pen chez l'ex-conseiller d'Emmanuel Macron, Thierry Solère, dévoile ´ Libération ª. Par Claire Tervé Jul 9, 2024 POLITIQUE — Des dàÆners secrets entre la Macronie et le RN ? L'ancien Premier ministre Édouard Philippe et l'actuel ministre des …
(2024-07-11). Hungary's Orban will visit Trump in Florida after Nato summit in Washington. scmp.com Visit is likely to fan concerns among Nato allies that the Hungarian leader is working as an intermediary between Putin and Trump.
(2024-07-11). British Model of Democracy and Lesson for India. ummid.com The British model of electoral system or simply First Past…
(2024-07-11). WCNY's Entertainment Academy Opens Applications for Fall Session. urbancny.com 
WCNY, Central New York's public communications organization, is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the fall session of WCNY's Entertainment Academy, with classes scheduled to start on Aug. 22. Three times a year, WCNY's Entertainment Academy offers a fourteen-week training program in the TV and film production trades. The Academy provides training for the next generation of television and film production engineers, electricians, set designers, sound mixers, and camera operators to help support the growing entertainment industry in Central New York. The program also creates a pathway for job p…
(2024-07-11). Hoima Halts Disbursement of UGX 5.5Bn PDM Funds Over Alleged Extortion. plusnews.ug 
Hoima district officials have halted the disbursement of 5.5 billion Shillings meant for the Parish Development Model (PDM) program. This follows complaints of extortion against parish chiefs, and some other leaders in the district about the management and utilization of these funds in the Hoima district. Michael Kyakashari, the Hoima Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC ) …
(2024-07-11). Investing in African health tech. independent.co.ug 
African-led health tech has improved the lives of millions of patients. But systemic change in global health procurement is needed to support local innovations ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | In a remote village in Rwanda, a life-saving medicine delivery takes place. A drone, operated by Zipline; an American company that designs, manufactures, and operates delivery drones, navigates …
(2024-07-11). Ten years on: Who is responsible for the downing of Flight MH17? aljazeera.com
(2024-07-11). US President Joe Biden renews Hong Kong's 'emergency status' in executive order. scmp.com The original order, issued in 2020 by Donald Trump after the imposition of a national security law, removed the city's preferential trade status and other privileges.
(2024-07-11). Nasa astronauts stuck on ISS confident Boeing space capsule will bring them home. scmp.com Thruster issues and helium leaks on Boeing capsule have kept two Americans in space far longer than planned.
(2024-07-11). Alarming surge in crimes against Muslims after 2024 LS Polls: APCR. ummid.com Crimes against Muslims have increased in India after the conclusion of the Lok Sabha election on June 4, 2024, Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR) said in a report.
(2024-07-11). UAE Sentences Dozens to Life Imprisonment, Sparking Widespread International Outrage. themedialine.org 
(2024-07-11). Archegos founder Bill Hwang convicted at fraud trial over fund's collapse. scmp.com The meltdown of the US$36 billion private investment firm shook Wall Street and drew regulatory scrutiny on three continents.
(2024-07-11). Homelessness in New Jersey is compounded by extreme heat. Advocates are pushing for more cooling centers. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Gabrielle, who struggles with mental health and addiction problems, has been living on the streets of Trenton for the past five years. | "People look right through you like you're not real, you're not worthy of just human decency," she said. | She said she is in survival mode every day, thinking about where her next meal would come from or how she can keep herself safe. On top of all that, she now has to deal with the extreme heat. | "You're just walking…
(2024-07-11). Global Climate Contradictions: Analyzing Record Extremes in a Warming World. devdiscourse.com The burning of fossil fuels has pushed Earth's temperature 1.5 ∞C higher than averages seen before industrialization, a shift we've experienced for over a year. Intriguingly, despite this global trend, some areas report unexpected cold.
(2024-07-11). The Iran Notes – Protests in Iran: Systematic and violent repression of freedom of assembly. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). Accusé d'apologie du terrorisme, l'ancien chercheur au CNRS Franàßois Burgat a été entendu en garde à vue. defenddemocracy.press Cette convocation fait suite à une plainte déposée par l'OJE (Organisation Juive Européenne) après le partage et le commentaire d'une publication du Hamas fait par le politologue en janvier dernier. Il a été relâché ´en début d'après-midi ª précise le parquet d'Aix-en-Provence. Franàßois Burgat avait l'habitude d'expliquer ses thèses dans des conférences. Ce mardi 9 juillet, il …
(2024-07-11). TRAVEL ADVISORY: Bridge Closure Planned Along Spencer Street in the City of Syracuse, Onondaga County. urbancny.com 
The New York State Department of Transportation is advising motorists that Spencer Street will be closed at the bridge over Interstate 81 in the City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 15, with a newly constructed bridge opening in the summer of 2025. The closure is necessary to construct a longer bridge that will accommodate the expanded future Business Loop 81 (existing I-81) as part of the I-81 Viaduct Project. Motorists are advised to follow the signed detours: Motorists should anticipate travel delays and build extra travel time into their schedules. Construction activities are…
(2024-07-11). Samsung, Preferred Networks join hands to produce cutting-edge AI accelerator chips. ummid.com South Korea based tech major Samsung Electronics Tuesday announced collaboration with Preferred Networks, a leading Japanese AI company, to produce cutting-edge AI accelerator chips.
(2024-07-11). Who Benefits from a "War on Corruption"? publicbooks.org Can anticorruption as a social movement or rhetorical strategy be a meaningful part of counterhegemonic resistance to such regimes?
(2024-07-11). Colombia's Special Jurisdiction for Peace recognizes Wiwa people and their ancestral territory as victims of international crimes. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). Tony Wood: Mexico in Flux. newleftreview.org Against the rightward trend of the Old World, countries in Latin America continue to favour governments of the left. The resounding mandate for Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico's presidential election confirms Morena's hegemony within the new party system. Where exactly on the political map should its project be placed?
(2024-07-11). MAH MCA CET Counselling 2024 Starts – Apply Here. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has published on its official website mca2024.mahacet.org.in the notification and has simultaneously started online registration for Admission to Master in Computer Application (MCA) course for the year 2024-25.
(2024-07-11). Biden's candidacy in crisis as Clooney, US senator call on him to quit. aljazeera.com Actor and donor George Clooney says Biden will lose the presidency, House and Senate if he doesn't step aside.
(2024-07-11). Everything possible to beat Mélenchon. defenddemocracy.press Jean-Luc Melenchon: Star of France's hard-left poses problem for election victors By Elizabeth Pineau PARIS, July 9 (Reuters) — France's left has a Jean-Luc Mélenchon problem. The towering firebrand of France's hard-left, Melenchon's France Unbowed (LFI) party won the most seats of the leftist alliance that scored a shock victory over the far right in …
(2024-07-11). Euro 2024: Spain reaches Semi-final, courtesy Yamal's history making goal. ummid.com Euro Cup 2024 Semi Final: Spain on Tuesday July 09, 2024 defeated France 2-1 in Euro Cup 2024 Semi Final Match, courtesy Lamine Yamal's history making goal in Munich.
(2024-07-11). OFSS Inter 1st Merit List 2024, Intimation Letter Published. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has released OFSS Inter 2024 1st Selection List or Merit List of students who have applied for admission in Class 11 (Intermediate) for the academicyear 2024-25 through Online Facilitation System For Students website www.ofssbihar.info.
(2024-07-11). Plans de coalition, rencontres secrètes : la macronie cherche à se maintenir au gouvernement. defenddemocracy.press Le camp macroniste aimerait profiter de l'absence de majorité absolue pour se maintenir au gouvernement. Cependant, les divisions s'approfondissent en son sein et aucune formule viable de coalition ne semble pour le moment se dégager. Par Antoine Weil 10 juillet, 2024 A l'issue des élections législatives, la macronie a sauvé les meubles mais ressort considérablement …
(2024-07-11). Bielsa Takes Responsibility for Uruguay's Copa America Semi-Final Loss. devdiscourse.com Uruguay's head coach Marcelo Bielsa took full responsibility for the team's 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Copa America semi-final. The game, held at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, saw Colombia secure a win with a goal by Jefferson Lerma, despite being reduced to ten men.
(2024-07-11). Syracuse Firefighters Respond to more than 250 Alarms over July 4th Weekend. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY-Syracuse Firefighters managed a busy 4th of July holiday weekend last weekend. Across the city, firefighters responded to more than 250 alarms over a period of 72 hours, on Thursday, July 4th, Friday, July 5th, and Saturday, July 6th. 252 alarms were answered by fire companies, including 21 which were determined to be related to fires. Many of the confirmed fires involved trash or rubbish outside, however the totals do include one structure fire. Crews also responded to more than 140 emergency medical alarms, including nearly 20 motor vehicle collisions. Particularly on July 4th and July 5th, fire cr…
(2024-07-11). Sanjay Subrahmanyam: Blood and Bombast. newleftreview.org Sanjay Subrahmanyam on Vinayak Chaturvedi, Hindutva and Violence and Janaki Bakhle, Savarkar and the Making of Hindutva. Intellectual biographies of Hindu nationalism's Mazzini-inspired theoretician.
(2024-07-11). Current Health News Briefs: Ozempic Use, Mpox in DR Congo, and More. devdiscourse.com Most patients prescribed Novo Nordisk's Wegovy or Ozempic for weight loss stop using the medications within two years, according to a recent analysis of U.S. pharmacy claims. This finding highlights long-term patient experiences with these drugs.
(2024-07-11). War Memorial's ignorance of Frontier Wars must end. independentaustralia.net 
(2024-07-11). KEAM 2024 marks verification for Engineering Rank List before July 9. ummid.com Candidates, who have registered for KEAM 2024 also choosing Engineering stream should verify their Plus 2 score or marks obtained in other qualifying exams through candidate log-in on official website cee.kerala.gov.in.
(2024-07-11). Apex: Largest stegosaurus skeleton ever found to fetch millions at auction. aljazeera.com Sale of the 150-million-year-old fossil could draw criticism from scientists who want them to be preserved in museums.
(2024-07-11). U.S. Long-Range Missiles Headed To Germany As Arms Race Escalates. twz.com 
The United States' decision to dramatically increase its long-range fire capabilities in Europe starting in 2026 appears set to trigger a response from Russia, as a new missile race gathers pace in Europe. Announced yesterday, the U.S. plan calls for "episodic deployments" followed by "longer-term stationing" of various types of long-range missiles suggesting that, eventually, at least some of these weapons will be permanently deployed in Germany, in a T…
(2024-07-11). The Quest for Global Dominance and X Factor. ummid.com All the big powers are engaged in a continuous search for more destructive weapons, including AI weapons, and even exploring the prospects of space warfare. So what is this X Factor in the quest for dominance?
(2024-07-11). The EU's Double-Edged Sword On Small-Scale Coffee Farmers. plusnews.ug 
Coffee farmers will have to ensure that they do not employ children if Ugandan coffee is to access the European Union. The EU rules against child labor in the coffee sector are in addition to those under the European Deforestation Regulation or EUDR. The European Deforestation Regulation or EUDR will outlaw sales of products such …
(2024-07-11). China: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org On 4 July 2024, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delivered a statement at the 56th session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council for the adoption of the report of China's Universal Periodic Review (UPR). The statement expressed disappointment over the Chinese government's rejection of numerous key recommendations made by UN member states. Read the statement below.
UN Human Rights Council — 56th session
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(2024-07-11). Masoud Pezeshkian to be new President of Iran. ummid.com Masoud Pezeshkian has won the Iran's runoff presidential vote Friday, Press TV reported citing the Interior Ministry, bringing a conclusion to a tight race that saw voters swell polling stations on Friday.
(2024-07-11). CONSUMER ALERT: Attorney General James Urges New Yorkers to Use Free Credit Monitoring and Identity Theft Protection Services in Aftermath of 'Change Healthcare' Cyberattack. urbancny.com 
Cyberattack on Change Healthcare's Systems Affected Millions of Patients and Providers Nationwide New York — New York Attorney General Letitia James on July 9th issued a consumer alert to raise awareness about free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services available for millions of consumers impacted by the Change Healthcare data breach. In February, Change Healthcare, which operates the nation's largest electronic health care payment system, experienced a cyberattack that exposed the personal information of millions of patients, including millions of New Yorkers. After the cyberattack, Atto…
(2024-07-11). SATIRE: Acts Of Profound And Unspeakable Evil Get A Bad Rap: Do They Really Deserve It. theonion.com 
(2024-07-11). NATO's Jejune Climate Risk Assessment Ignores the Real Threats to The West. wattsupwiththat.com it is not climate change that threatens the West's military capability: it is costly but useless climate-change mitigation policies, applied unilaterally by the West against itself and ignored in practice by just about all other nations, that are arguably the major cause of the continuing and now terminal decline in the military capability of NATO.
(2024-07-11). Taiwan says record number of Chinese warplanes detected amid NATO summit. aljazeera.com Taiwan's Defence Ministry says 56 Chinese aircraft crossed sensitive median line as Beijing carries out military drills.
(2024-07-11). SATIRE: Things Biden Can Do To Reinvigorate His Campaign. theonion.com 
After his disastrous debate performance, President Joe Biden continues to flounder in the polls and faces a growing contingent of Democratic donors and elected officials calling for him to step down. The Onion explores several possible things Biden can do to reinvigorate his struggling campaign.
(2024-07-11). Iraqi Court Orders Death by Hanging for Wife of Late Islamic State Chief Baghdadi. themedialine.org 
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). Copa América: Colombia vence a Uruguay y se medirá con Argentina en la final. cubadebate.cu El equipo de fútbol de Colombia superó este miércoles a la selección de Uruguay en la segunda semifinal de la Copa América 2024, con marcador final de 1-0. De esta manera, los cafeteros serán los rivales en la final de la competición de la Conmebol del combinado argentino, que este martes derrotó 2-0 a Canadá.
(2024-07-11). Díaz-Canel: Es urgente y necesario rechazar métodos golpistas que pujan por emerger constantemente (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Al intervenir este miércoles de manera virtual en la X Cumbre Extraordinaria de Jefes de Estado y de Gobierno de la ALBA-TCP, el presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel reiteró la necesidad de la unidad de América Latina y el Caribe frente a los persistentes intentos del imperialismo estadounidense de frustrar los procesos independentistas de la región.
(2024-07-11). Los bomberos avanzan contra los incendios forestales de California. peoplesworld.org 
OROVILLE, California (AP) — Los bomberos lograron avances el viernes contra un incendio forestal en California que provocó extensas órdenes de evacuación, pero las evaluaciones de daños elevaron el número de estructuras destruidas a 25, y los meteorólogos dijeron que el calor y el riesgo de incendio se estaban expandiendo en la costa oeste. La …
(2024-07-11). Continúa el humor en escenarios cubanos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 julio (RHC) La escena cultural cubana continúa este verano con presencia del humor y espectáculos que deleitan al público, según publicó el portal Cubaescena.
(2024-07-11). Centro ruso Skólkovo aprueba proyectos de medicamentos cubanos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (RHC) El centro de innovación ruso Skólkovo comunicó que aprobó cinco proyectos farmacológicos de la corporación cubana BioCubaFarma, según conoció hoy Prensa Latina.
(2024-07-11). El mundo rechaza inclusión de Cuba en ilegítima lista de Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu Estados Unidos se ha arrogado el derecho de emitir anualmente una lista de países supuestamente patrocinadores del terrorismo, totalmente manipulada, rechazada a nivel mundial y que no cuenta con el reconocimiento de ninguna autoridad internacional.
(2024-07-11). Radio Sancti Spíritus: 79 años de identidad. radiohc.cu Dice la historia, apegada a la verdad y distante de los inventos, que Radio Sancti Spíritus nació el 11 de julio de 1945, gracias a la pericia técnica de los hermanos Santana, genuinos creadores, quienes les sacaron voz y sonidos a aquellos hierros viejos de una emisora, arrinconados en un local en Trinidad.
(2024-07-11). Universidad de Cuba forma nuevos Doctores en Ciencia. radiohc.cu Camagàºey, 11 julio (RHC) El salón Nicolás Guillén de la histórica Plaza de la Revolución Ignacio Agramonte y Loynaz fue escenario, del acto de graduación de un grupo de profesores de la Universidad de Camagàºey (UC), que obtuvieron el grado científico de Doctor en Ciencias.
(2024-07-11). "A confesion de partes relevo de pruebas" radiohc.cu Mientras crece entre demócratas la presión sobre el presidente, Joe Biden, para que ceda el paso a un nuevo candidato presidencial y el expresidente, Donald Trump, ve crecer la preferencia del voto a su favor, un artículo de la página web, Asia Times, del estratega económico, David P. Goldam, revela recientes opiniones del expresidente, Trump, y del líder del Partido Reformista Británico, Nigel Farage, sobre el origen del conflicto entre Rusia y Ucrania, silenciado por los principales medios estadounidenses.
(2024-07-11). Paz en Colombia a revisión en Consejo de Seguridad de ONU. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (RHC) El Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU revisará hoy los avances y desafíos del proceso de paz en Colombia durante la revisión trimestral presentada por la Misión de Verificación, que contará con la participación del presidente Gustavo Petro.
(2024-07-11). Presidente de Venezuela ratifica diálogo nacional mediante decreto. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (RHC) El presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, ratificó la disposición de construir consenso a través de la convocatoria a un gran diálogo, con la participación de todos los actores que integran hoy el espectro socio político nacional.
(2024-07-11). Comienza X Foro Parlamentario del Brics en San Petersburgo. radiohc.cu San Petersburgo, 11 julio (RHC) El X Foro Parlamentario del Brics comenzó hoy en esta ciudad en el noroeste de Rusia, país que ostenta este año la presidencia rotatoria del grupo.
(2024-07-11). EEUU utiliza el terrorismo como arma contra Cuba, afirman expertos. radiohc.cu Oficiales del Ministerio del Interior, investigadores y analistas cubanos coincidieron en calificar al terrorismo como un arma en el arsenal de la guerra que impulsa hoy Estados Unidos contra la Revolución en el país caribeño.
(2024-07-11). Detectan primeras violaciones de precios minoristas máximos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 julio (RHC) El ministro de Finanzas y Precios (MFP), Vladimir Regueiro Ale, al comparecer este miércoles en la emisión estelar del Noticiero de Televisión, informó que en las últimas horas se realizaron en el país mil 079 acciones de control, alrededor del cumplimiento de la regulación temporal de precios minoristas máximos, para productos de alta demanda importados por los actores económicos, en las que fueron multados y apercibidos los autores de 393 violaciones.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). Presidente Maduro alerta sobre violencia de la extrema derecha. telesurtv.net El mandatario le expresó al pueblo venezolano que es necesario cuidar la paz.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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".
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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".
(2024-07-11). López Obrador asegura que continuará investigación del caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El presidente destacó que "bajo ninguna circunstancia se va a cerrar el caso".
(2024-07-11). Néstor: "Es mi hogar" cubadebate.cu En 1999, Néstor Rodríguez Moya tenía 23 años cuando comenzó como custodio de seguridad aeroportuaria en el Aeropuerto Internacional Máximo Gómez Báez, de Ciego de àÅvila. Pasó todos los cursos vinculados a la actividad fundamental de operaciones de pasajeros y aeronaves, pero nunca imaginó hasta donde lo llevarían sus méritos, su capacidad y sus pies.
(2024-07-11). øEn qué regiones del mundo la OTAN quiere reforzar su presencia? cubadebate.cu La OTAN pretende reforzar su presencia en los Balcanes, el mar Negro y las regiones meridionales, para contrarrestar las supuestas amenazas a sus "intereses, seguridad y valores", según la declaración conjunta emitida esta semana por los jefes de Estado y de Gobierno participantes en la reunión del Consejo del Atlántico Norte en Washington.
(2024-07-11). Cuba se solidariza con vicepresidenta de Colombia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 julio (RHC) El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, expresó hoy a través de X, su solidaridad a la vicepresidente de Colombia, Francia Márquez, ante un nuevo intento de atentado perpetrado en su contra.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). Acciones de prevención y enfrentamiento contra indisciplinas sociales en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (RHC) Hacemos Cuba analizó este miércoles las acciones de prevención y enfrentamiento contra indisciplinas sociales en la etapa estival, destacando la importancia de una respuesta conjunta institucional y popular.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). Debemos multiplicar la solidaridad frente a la polarización política. cubadebate.cu La ultraderecha se vale de esa polarización para mediante la manipulación y el engaño atentar contra gobiernos de orientación popular, entorpecer sus políticas de desarrollo social y los avances alcanzados como resultado de décadas de lucha de los pueblos. Si logran sus objetivos, no vendrán periodos de calma.
(2024-07-11). Colombia-Argentina y España-Inglaterra en las finales de la Copa América y la Euro de fútbol. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (PL).- La selección de Colombia derrotó en semifinales 1-0 a Uruguay y disputará el venidero 14 de julio la final de la Copa América frente a Argentina.
(2024-07-11). Trabajadores de Walmart Chile mantienen huelga por mejoras laborales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 jul (RHC) Las organizaciones sindicales de la firma Walmart Chile decidieron continuar hoy por segundo día consecutivo un paro para exigir mejoras salariales y de condiciones de trabajo.
(2024-07-11). Recital Joyas de Ecuador, un obsequio sinfónico y cultural en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 julio (RHC) El próximo miércoles 17 notables solistas subirán al escenario de la sala Ignacio Cervantes del Palacio de los Matrimonios de La Habana, para deleitar, al compás de sinfonías y tradiciones ecuatorianas, con el recital Joyas de Ecuador.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). Thailand: Arbitrary arrest and imminent risk of extradition of Vietnamese human rights defender Y Quynh Bdap. fidh.org
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). 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.
(2024-07-11). teleSUR anuncia el concurso "Sur Influyente" telesurtv.net El concurso invita a jóvenes, mayores de edad, creadores de contenidos a elaborar piezas audiovisuales de máximo 60 segundos en formato vertical (9: 16).
(2024-07-10). Gauteng online learner registration process to start on Thursday. sanews.gov.za Gauteng online learner registration process to start on Thursday |
(2024-07-10). Death toll in Kanaky New Caledonia unrest reaches 10. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk Riots in Kanaky New Caledonia claimed their 10th victim yesterday. The death took place as a result of an exchange of fire between a group of rioters in the village of Saint Louis (near the capital Nouméa) and French gendarmes, local news media reported. Nouméa Public…