(2024-09-12). Videos: "Prisoners of War" series highlights Palestinian political prisoners. samidoun.net Free Palestine TV has launched a series of interviews of liberated Palestinian prisoners, telling their stories with full English subtitles and translation. The "Prisoners of War" series has so far featured three Palestinian released prisoners: Baraa Odeh, Sumoud Mtair and Abdel Majeed Hasan. Palestinian journalist and former political prisoner Fairouz Salameh, released in the November …
(2024-09-12). Hezbollah rocket, drone strikes damage 1,400 Israeli properties. newarab.com 
Hezbollah's Israeli financial newspaper Globes cited data from the Israel Tax Authority, which said the attacks have caused up to $1 billion shekels ($265 million) in damage, as thousands flee the north of Israel due to almost daily rocket fire from Hezbollah and other groups in southern Lebanon. | Data from the Northern Horizon Directorate in the Israeli Defense M…
(2024-09-12). Hamas says ready to implement ceasefire without new conditions. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Hamas group said on Wednesday that its negotiators reiterated its readiness to implement an "immediate" ceasefire with Israel in Gaza based on a previous U.S. proposal without new conditions from any party. | The Palestinian group said in a statement that their negotiation team, led by senior official Khalil al-Hayya, met mediators on Wednesday including Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Egypt's intelligence chief Abbas Kamel in Doha to discuss the latest developments in Gaza. | Talks have so far failed to reach a deal to end the 11-month-old war. Lingering iss…
(2024-09-12). ICC chief Khan calls for 'urgent' arrest warrant for Netanyahu. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). Israel's war on Palestinian refugee camps in the West Bank. newarab.com 
Tulkarem, occupied West Bank – Ayman Ghanayem was forced out of his home at gunpoint, blindfolded, and taken hostage by soldiers during In the northern city of Tulkarem, the 51-year-old was detained for reasons unknown to him, along with his son and more than 20 of his male relatives and neighbours. | The men were taken to the Nitzanei Oz military checkpoint and left in the sun for over seven hours with their eyes blindfolded and many of them sh…
(2024-09-12). The Debate Was Two Assholes Bragging About What Murderous Empire Sluts They Are. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix Listen to a reading of this article (reading by Tim Foley): ‚ùñ If you missed the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, this was pretty much the tone of it: Trump: She's a communist. She's literally a Marxist. Harris: Actually Goldman Sachs loves me. Trump: …
(2024-09-12). Eight Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes on West Bank. newarab.com 
Israeli strikes Wednesday killed eight Palestinians in the The military said in a statement that its forces were engaged in an operation in the northern West Bank's Tubas area and later carried out a separate strike on Tulkarm, both targeted in major Israeli raids last month. | In Tubas, a witness told AFP that Israeli forces were "storming the city" and the nea…
(2024-09-12). Germany's support to Gaza genocide complicity, not atonement for holocaust. ummid.com Germany should urgently reconsider its support for Israel's genocidal actions, and should firmly oppose such actions and stop weapons supply to Israel.
(2024-09-12). 24 Palestinian women held in Israel's Damon prison: Samidoun group. presstv.ir Samidoun says 24 Palestinian women are held in administrative detention in Israel's Damon prison.
(2024-09-12). Convening of Four Winds: The Warrior Way at the Phillip Deere Round House in Oklahoma. indybay.org At the Phillip Deere Round House in Okemah, Oklahoma today, Casey Camp-Horinek, Ponca, spoke on the Rights of Nature and the joy of being with those gathered here in the Warrior Way. "And yet my babies in Palestine are being murdered. I see the war in Ukraine. I see the United States government still inflicting genocide on my people, and trying to kill the river herself."
news.un.org (2024-09-12). Gaza: Six UNRWA staff killed in strikes on school sheltering displaced people
Six staff members with the UN agency that assists Palestine refugees, UNRWA, were killed in Gaza on Wednesday when two Israeli airstrikes hit a school-turned-shelter and its surroundings. | "This is the highest death toll among our staff in a single incident," UNRWA said in a post on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter. | At least 34 people were killed in the strikes, according to media reports. | UNRWA said the shelter manager and other team members were among the victims.
(2024-09-12). On Apple 2024 Launch, Protest Against Corporate Crimes from the Congo to Palestine. indybay.org During the 2024 Apple product launch a march and rally was held to protest Apple's exploitation of child miners in the Congo an also their support for Israel's IDF and genocide…
(2024-09-12). Congo Child Labor In Cobalt Mines & Apple's Crimes For Profit Exposed At 2024 Apple Launch. indybay.org At the 2024 launch of new Apple products Congolese activists protested the use of child labor in cobalt mines that were used in Apple phones and other devises. They also linked up the exploitation and profiting from genocide in Palestine by Apple.
(2024-09-12). The Mawasi Khan Younis massacre and our responsibility to act. indybay.org Assassinating Palestinians is not a legitimate purpose for one zionist rifle nor for a slew of bunker-buster bombs designed to destroy everything around. Palestinians have the absolute right to resist their colonization, occupation and genocide by all means necessary, including and especially armed struggle, and to form organizations and movements to lead and conduct that struggle.
(2024-09-12). Police Want to Repress Palestine Solidarity — We Must Not Do Their Work for Them. truthout.org This past spring, in response to escalated campus protests in solidarity with Palestine, President Joe Biden proclaimed: "Dissent is essential to democracy, but dissent must never lead to disorder." Peace is framed as order, or a lack of conflict. Yet, as we surpass 40,000 Palestinians killed in an ongoing Israeli genocide, it raises the question: Peace for whom? Democracy for whom? |
(2024-09-12). 22,500 Palestinians Now Have Life-Changing Injuries Due to Israel's Genocide. truthout.org Israel's genocide has inflicted permanent, life-changing injuries to about a quarter of the nearly 100,000 Palestinians reported injured by Israeli attacks in the last 11 months, according to an analysis by the World Health Organization (WHO). According to a report using data up until July, roughly 22,500 Palestinians who have been wounded in Israeli attacks have sustained life-changing… |
(2024-09-12). Protest Near Presidential Debate Opposes Bipartisan Support For Israel. popularresistance.org Philadelphia, PA — Protesters opposing the ongoing Israeli genocide in occupied Palestine are gathering near the security perimeter erected outside the National Constitution Center — the site of the first debate between 2024 presidential candidates Kamala Harris (D) and Donald Trump (R). A call to "shut down the presidential debate for Gaza" was announced by the Philly Palestine Coalition to rally at City Hall, which is east of the debate site. | Pennsylvania is considered the largest swing state in the presidential election. The statewide winner will take all 19 electoral votes. Street closures enter…
(2024-09-12). Cal State Professors Targeted For Exposing School's Ties To Genocide. popularresistance.org Last month, in a tangible victory for the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions) movement, San Francisco State University (SFSU) agreed to pull its investment from four companies tied to weapons manufacturing and Israel's genocide in Gaza. The four include Lockheed Martin, aerospace company Leonardo, military contractor Palantir, and construction equipment maker Caterpillar, whose bulldozers have been tearing up Gaza and the West Bank for decades. The success was four years in the making, as SFSU students successfully passed a divestment resolution in 2020.
(2024-09-12). Gaziantep restaurant renamed to 7 October in support of Gaza. newarab.com 
Fed up with the constant news from Gaza, Salah Khubieh, after months of frustration, woke up one morning this past July and called his friend and business partner, Musa Ciàßek, before heading to their restaurant. | "Take the ladder with you," he told him over the phone. When they met, Salah explained they would take down the restaurant sign and replace it with a new one. | "From now on, we will rename this place '7 October,'" Salah said. | The name is a clear reference to the beginning of the conflict in Gaza, "a memorial of the genocide that's been unfolding before our eyes for almost a year now," Salah…
theintercept.com (2024-09-11). Most Americans Want to Stop Arming Israel. Politicians Don't Care.
Despite the popularity of cutting Israel off from American weapons, the Biden administration has continued to pump billions in military aid, including thousands of 2,000-pound bombs, to Israel, approving a $20 billion weapons package just last month.
(2024-09-12). Resilience & rhythm: Dabke unites London community for Palestine. newarab.com 
Summers in Clapham Common are notorious when temperatures start veering into the 20Cs. Shorts-clad bodies can be seen strewn across the 85 acres of green in southwest London, and a regular stream of old-school R&B blasts out of the cafe by the Bandstand. | This summer, however, the park's central platform has an additional vibrancy in the form of dabke, though born out of the chaos occurring across the world. | Palestinians and those in solidarity with Palestinians have joined a so-far weekly gathering to learn and dance the dabke as a way of building resilience as calls to end the genocide in Gaza continue.
(2024-09-12). Disease has long been used by colonisers to commit genocide. newarab.com 
As reports of It's worth discussing at this point how deeply enmeshed the spr…
(2024-09-12). Bangladesh: Yunus' Address to The Nation. ummid.com In a message to the nation, Prof Yunus remembered the sacrifice of hundreds of students and civilians from all walks of life to end what he called the "15-year dictatorship of fascist Hasina" who led a "brutal genocide right up until her downfall".
(2024-09-12). Violent Majorities Part III: Indian and Israeli Ethno-Nationalism. publicbooks.org "This is what Hindutvites in India do all the time, and they've just repurposed their domestic disinformation campaign to support the Zionist defense of Israel."
(2024-09-12). Source Denies Story on Israeli Capture of Iranians in Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An informed source dismissed the media stories alleging that the Zionist regime has captured two Iranians in Syria.
(2024-09-12). PDF of Sept. 12 issue. workers.org 
Download the color version. Download the black & white version. Peltier: Clemency, yes! Pardon, no! Don't miss 'China at 75' The trial of the Uhuru 3 West Bank resistance confronts fascist occupation Editorial Execution of Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi and U.S. hypocrisy Mundo Obrero Joe el genocida, ahora Kamala la asesina . . . |
(2024-09-12). Uhuru 3 Trial: FBI Lead Investigator Exposed, Both Sides Close. popularresistance.org On Monday, September 9, 2024, the free speech trial of Chairman Omali Yeshitela, Penny Hess and Jesse Nevel began its second week. Proceedings were delayed because two jurors had not arrived. One of the missing jurors arrived late and then at 9: 45am, Judge William Jung declared that he would give the other absent juror 30 more minutes and then would remove her from the jury. Attorney Mutaqee Akbar raised the fact that the missing juror was the only African on the jury. He asked the judge to replace her with the sole African juror in the pool of alternates who have been seated in the jury box throughout the trial.
(2024-09-12). Three Palestinians killed by Israeli strike in West Bank's Tulkarm camp. presstv.ir Three Palestinians were killed on Thursday by an Israeli strike on a house in the Tulkarm refugee camp.
(2024-09-12). Empty streets in Jenin during major Israeli raid across West Bank. presstv.ir Israeli forces with heavy machinery roam the streets of Jenin.
(2024-09-12). Funeral of Palestinian teenager killed in Israel West Bank raid. presstv.ir Mourners gather for the funeral of 16-year-old Palestinian teenager Lujain Osama Musleh.
(2024-09-12). 702 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces, settlers in West Bank since Oct.: Ministry. presstv.ir The Palestinian health ministry says as many as 702 Palestinians have been killed by the Israeli military or settlers across the occupied West Bank since October last year.
(2024-09-12). Israeli Soldier Killed In West Bank. imemc.org 
Israeli sources have confirmed, Wednesday, that one soldier was killed in what was described as a ramming attack at a junction near the illegal Beit El colony, military base, and security center, near Ramallah in the occupied West Bank's central part. They added that the Palestinian driver was shot and injured. The sources said a …
(2024-09-12). Israeli forces kill 4 Palestinians in sweeping West Bank assault. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). US activist shot by Israel after West Bank protest ended: report. newarab.com 
The Aysenur Eygi was shot in the head by Israeli troops after she had taken cove…
(2024-09-12). West Bank's Palestinians suffer under an Israeli siege. newarab.com 
For Mahdi Ghareeb, visiting family in The 28-year-old man had spent weeks in his home country, trying to make up for the 11 years he had been away in New Zealand, establishing a home and a living as far away from the But as he set off to start the long journey back, he was given a bitter taste of life under Israeli occupation. He's been trapped for day…
(2024-09-12). Four killed as Israel's large-scale assault on West Bank enters third week. aljazeera.com Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in Tulkarem, one in Far'a, as they press on with offensive in occupied territory.
(2024-09-12). Four killed as Israel's large-scale raids on West Bank enter third week. aljazeera.com Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in Tulkarem and another in Far'a as military operation in West Bank continues.
(2024-09-12). Turkey seeks international arrest warrants after IDF fire kills citizen in West Bank. haaretz.com Turkey's justice minister said that the Ankara chief prosecutor's office is investigating 'those responsible for the martyrdom and murder of our sister Aysenur Ezgi Eygi'…
(2024-09-12). Washington Post probe challenges IDF's findings on fatal West Bank shooting of a U.S. activist. haaretz.com Based on conversations with 13 eyewitnesses, the Washington Post investigation found that the IDF fired at protesters 'from a distance where they posed no apparent threat,' as Biden, Harris and Blinken offer harshest rebuke yet…
(2024-09-12). Escalation in West Bank Signals Risk of Further Atrocities. hrw.org Click to expand Image | An explosion is seen during an Israeli military operation in the West Bank city of Jenin, September 5, 2024. | © 2024 Majdi Mohammed/AP Photo | In recent days Israeli security forces in the West Bank have reportedly blocked medical workers from getting to people in need, dug up roads making them impassable, and used airstrikes and drones launching missiles to kill dozens of Palestinians, including children. Taken together, these moves represent a worrying escalation of the use of force in the West Bank.Israeli officials have described their actions as a counterterrorism operation,…
(2024-09-12). Headlines for September 12, 2024. democracynow.org Israel Strikes Gaza's al-Jaouni School for 5th Time, Kills 18 Palestinians, Incl. 6 UNRWA Staffers, Israel's Assault on West Bank Continues as Death Toll in Occupied Territory Reaches 50 Over 2 Weeks, Biden Calls Israel's Killing of Turkish American Activist Ay≈üenur Ezgi Eygi "Totally Unacceptable", Kyiv Pushes for U.S. Greenlight on Long-Range Missiles as Russian Army Retakes Parts of Kursk, Protesters March to Demand End to Ethnic Violence in India's Manipur State, 3.2 Million Afghan Children Face Acute Malnutrition, Spanish Congress Recognizes Edmundo González as…
(2024-09-12). Israeli Army Executes Three Palestinians Near Tulkarem. imemc.org 
Israeli forces executed three Palestinian young men, on Wednesday evening, after bombing a vehicle in the Iktaba suburb, northeast of Tulkarem city in the northwestern part of the occupied West Bank. According to the Palestinian Health Ministry, the bodies of three slain young men arrived at the Al-Israa Hospital in Tulkarem, after an armed drone …
(2024-09-12). Israeli Soldiers Kill a Palestinian Near Tubas. imemc.org 
Israeli forces fatally shot, on Thursday, a Palestinian man in the Al-Far'a refugee camp, southwest of Tubas in the northeastern part of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said that before dawn on Thursday, an Israeli sniper shot the citizen, Sufyan Jawad Fayez Abdul Jawad, 46, in the heart with live ammunition. Sources added that …
(2024-09-12). Undercover Israeli Soldiers Kidnap Patient From Hospital In Hebron. imemc.org 
Shortly after midnight, undercover Israeli soldiers infiltrated Halhoul Governmental Hospital, in Halhoul, north of Hebron in the occupied West Bank's southern part and kidnapped a wounded Palestinian despite his moderate-to-severe wounds. The hospital director, Salah Tmeizi, said that the medical staff was taken aback when special forces of the army, dressed in civilian clothes, stormed …
(2024-09-12). No more cash for Netanyahu's war machine in Gaza: Bernie Sanders. newarab.com 
Senator The progressive lawmaker, who is of Jewish descent, highlighted in his call on Washington the latest killings in the so-called safe zones in Gaza, as well as the shooting of a US activist in the West Bank by Israeli forc…
(2024-09-12). Report: Israeli forces raided Iranian missile facility in Syria, took equipment. haaretz.com Turkey seeks international arrest warrants after IDF fire kills citizen in West Bank ‚ñ Reports in Syria: Two killed in Israeli drone strike on road connecting Damascus and Quneitra ‚ñ Israeli forces arrest West Bank resident linked to Hebron car bomb explosion ‚ñ Report: U.S. withdraws USS Theodore Roosevelt from Middle East ‚ñ UN Palestinian refugee agency says six staffers killed in two airstrikes in Gaza…
(2024-09-12). Saturday 9/14: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up at Jaffa Coffee Roasters. indybay.org 1701 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2024-09-12). Massive Palestinian flag unfurled on Madrid's Toledo Bridge. presstv.ir Massive Palestinian flag unfurled on Madrid's Toledo Bridge as hundreds gathered to express solidarity with Gazans and demand an immediate ceasefire.
(2024-09-12). Hamas says ready to 'immediately implement' Gaza ceasefire. newarab.com 
The statement, released yesterday, saw the group deny it had placed new demands on a ceasefire agreement and rejected any The statement co…
(2024-09-12). RFK Campaign Paid $10 Million to Consultant Who Appears to Have Been on Capitol Grounds During Jan. 6 Attack. theintercept.com 
A consultant whose companies were paid almost $10 million by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign and associated political action committee appeared to be part of the mob that moved into restricted areas of the U.S. Capitol grounds on January 6, 2021. | The consultancy firm, operated by Trent Pool and his brother, worked to get Kennedy on the ballot in several states. | In photos and videos from January 6, a man resembling Pool can be repeatedly seen wearing a knit beanie from Pool's alma mater, Southern Methodist University. In one video, he responds to the name "Trent." | The man in the SMU hat spen…
(2024-09-12). Internal Israeli Leaks, US Nonprofits Tied to Torture Camps and 9/11 Narratives. mintpressnews.com Leaked documents reveal U.S. funding behind Israeli torture camps, as Israel's internal dissent grows and 9/11 propaganda is reignited to justify war in West Asia.
(2024-09-12). Could Russia's Zangezur Corridor Plan Break Its Alliance With Iran? mintpressnews.com
(2024-09-12). Hezbollah strikes Israeli military positions, scores 'direct hits'. presstv.ir Hezbollah has launched a string of strikes against Israeli military positions in the north, hitting designated targets precisely, the Lebanese resistance group says.
(2024-09-12). Just like in Gaza, Israel is spiraling into war with Hezbollah without a strategy or clear goals. haaretz.com Implementing the UN Resolution to stop Israel-Hezbollah hostilities won't eliminate the threat of the militants' long-range missiles, and destroying the Iranian-backed group isn't Israel's goal. So, what's the purpose of a Lebanon campaign?
(2024-09-12). How Israel's escalation in south Lebanon impacts Syrian refugees. newarab.com 
Residing in south Lebanon's Bint Jbeil, Syrian labourer Issam and his wife and three daughters have found themselves caught in the middle of cross-border fire between Unable to relocate to Beirut or other cities due to the high rental costs, and with difficulty in accessing healthcare, life is increasingly precarious for the Syrian family. | "My daughters have shortness of breath because they inhaled the white phosphorus, and I can't afford to take them to a nearby private hospital," I…
(2024-09-12). Turkey Probing Israel's Killing of Aysenur Eygi, Seeking Arrest Warrants. truthout.org Turkey announced on Thursday that it has opened an investigation into Israel's killing of Turkish American activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi and will be seeking arrest warrants in relation to her death. Eygi "was deliberately targeted and killed by Israeli soldiers during a peaceful demonstration in solidarity with Palestinians," the Turkish Foreign Ministry said. "We will make every effort to… |
(2024-09-12). Report: Netanyahu seeks loophole from Israel's AG in 'limited' probe to evade ICC warrants. haaretz.com According to the report, Netanyahu sought to open and quickly close the probe, filing a report to the ICC claiming the charges were investigated, thus nullifying the ICC's jurisdiction and its ability to pursue arrest warrants against him and Gallant…
(2024-09-12). Undebatable: What Harris and Trump Could Not Say About Israel and Gaza. indybay.org Silence for the damned…
(2024-09-12). Democrats Call for Independent US Probe Into Israel's Killing of Aysenur Eygi. truthout.org Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) and Sen. Patty Murray (D-Washington) are calling on the Biden administration to conduct an independent probe into Israel's killing of American activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, as officials have been relying on Israel's own flawed investigation into her death. In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken… |
(2024-09-12). Amman anger: Jordanian protesters gather at Israeli embassy in solidarity with Palestinians. presstv.ir Protesters in Amman marched in support of Palestinians in Gaza after Friday (August 16) prayers.
(2024-09-12). London's pro-Palestinian march marks 11 months of war in Gaza. presstv.ir Several thousand people joined a pro-Palestinian demonstration that marched through central London to the Israeli embassy.
(2024-09-12). Hamas: Haniyeh's martyrdom to increase our resilience against Israel until it is wiped off our land. presstv.ir The head of Hamas' Political Bureau says the martyrdom of his predecessor and other Palestinian fighters will further invigorate the resistance in its anti-Israeli struggle.
(2024-09-12). UNRWA says 6 staffers among those killed in Israeli attack on Gaza school. presstv.ir The UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees says six of its employees are among the 18 people killed in an Israeli aerial assault on a Gaza school.
(2024-09-12). Iran condemns Israeli strike on UN-run school in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran slams Israel's air attack on al-Jawni school, which had been turned shelter for Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-09-12). Israel's Largest Unprovoked Attack On Syria In Years Kills At Least 18. thelastamericanvagabond.com Just before midnight on Sunday, Israel began launching waves of unprovoked airstrikes against Syrian targets in the center of the country. The attack was the largest committed by Israel against Syria since 2018, killing at least 18 and injuring around 40 people. Despite the hundreds of attacks perpetrated against Syrian civilian and military infrastructure, Damascus
(2024-09-12). Palestine Takes Seat At UN General Assembly In 'Historic First'. popularresistance.org Palestine was seated for the first time among UN member states on 10 September during the first session of the 79th General Assembly in New York. | Permanent Observer to Palestine at the UN, Riyad Mansour, was seated at a table labeled "State of Palestine" between Sri Lanka and Sudan. The seating was approved by UN General Assembly president Philemon Yang. | "This is not merely a procedural matter. This is a historic moment for us," said Egyptian ambassador to the UN Osama Mahmoud Abdelkhalek Mahmoud. | Israel's representative at the UN strongly denounced the seating of Palestine among the UN member states.
(2024-09-12). Erdogan's Proposed Islamic Alliance Against Israel Is Pure Demagoguery. thealtworld.com
(2024-09-12). UNRWA workers among at least 18 killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza school sheltering thousands. nationofchange.org At least 18 people were killed, including six workers from the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), marking the deadliest single incident for UNRWA staff since Israel's military offensive began last October.
(2024-09-12). Palestinian Resistance Praises Truck Driver from Jordan Who Shot Israeli Soldiers; Netanyahu Blames Iran. orinocotribune.com Palestinian resistance factions praised the "The Karama crossing operat…
(2024-09-12). The Christian Palestinian family fighting Israel's land seizures. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). Netanyahu sought pretend criminal probe to fend off ICC case. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister In a highly unusual move, Jus…
(2024-09-12). UNRWA staff among 18 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school. newarab.com 
The The strike on Wednesday flattened part of the UN-run facility where Gazans had sought shelter, leaving only a charred heap of rebar and concrete. | "For the fifth time, Israeli f…
(2024-09-12). US aircraft carrier in the Middle East is heading home. newarab.com 
The Pentagon's rare move to keep two Navy aircraft carriers in the Middle East over the past several weeks has now finished, as the USS Theodore Roosevelt is heading home, according to U.S. officials. | U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had ordered the Roosevelt to extend its deployment for a short time and remain in the region as the USS Abraham Lincoln was pushed to get to the area more quickly. The Biden administration beefed up the U.S. military presence there to help defend Israel from
(2024-09-12). 14 killed in Israeli airstrike on school in central Gaza. newarab.com 
An Israeli airstrike Wednesday hit a central Gaza school, with the besieged territory's civil defence agency reporting 14 killed in the facility-turned-displacement shelter. | The vast majority of the Gaza Strip's 2.4 million people have been displaced at least once by the war, with many seeking safety in school buildings. | Th…
(2024-09-12). Biden claims Israel shot American activist in head by 'accident'. newarab.com 
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(2024-09-12). Israel offers Hamas head Sinwar safe passage for hostage release. newarab.com 
An Israeli official offered safe passage for Hamas leader
(2024-09-12). Jordan's Islamists boosted by protest votes over Israeli ties. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). Over 40 African lawmakers sign pro-Israel Addis Ababa resolution. newarab.com 
More than 40 parliamentarians from over 20 African states on Wednesday signed the Addis Ababa resolution in support of Israel, stating that it has the right to "all of historic Palestine" and calls for recognising Jerusalem as its undivided capital. | The signing of the resolution is the culmination of a two-day summit of the African-Israel Initiative beginning on 10 September in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa. The event was co-hosted by Jerusalem-based
(2024-09-12). Sky News anchor axed over live spat with Israeli official. newarab.com 
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(2024-09-12). Israel bombs UN-run school in Gaza sheltering Palestinians, killing 18. aljazeera.com Some 12,000 displaced Palestinians were sheltering at the al-Jaouni school, which has been attacked several times.
(2024-09-12). Video: Report from scene of UN school shelter attack in Gaza. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Tarek Abu Azzoum has been at the scene of the Israeli attack on a UN school shelter in Gaza.
(2024-09-12). Whether Harris or Trump, the U.S. won't fix Israel and Palestine. haaretz.com Kamala Harris may have 'won' the presidential debate against Donald Trump, but she didn't even try to explain how she would break the impasse on the Gaza war. A Trump presidency would be even more disastrous. The only way out is for Israel itself to want to change direction…
(2024-09-12). She hates Israel, No, I don't: Trump, Harris fight over loyalty to Israel. ummid.com Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump met face to face for the first time ever in Tuesday's presidential debate fighting over actually is more loyal to Israel.
(2024-09-12). Netanyahu swaps Haredi IDF exemption law for budget support in deal with top minister, source says. haaretz.com The source says that the Haredi minister demanded maintaining current exemptions but agreed not to oppose the enlistment of young men dodging service if a mechanism is set up…
(2024-09-12). Gaza Photographer Mahmud Hams wins Visa d'Or News award. ummid.com Palestinian Photographer, Mahmud Hams, has been conferred the prestigious Visa d'Or News award for his outstanding and impactful coverage of the Israeli war in Gaza.
(2024-09-12). Watch: Jewish American Filmmaker dedicates Venice award to Palestinians. ummid.com Jewish-American Filmmaker and Director, Sarah Friedland, dedicated the award she has been conferred at Venice Film Festival 2024 to the Palestinians facing brutalities at the hands of the Israeli Occupation Forces.
(2024-09-12). Get rid of Israeli universities: IIT Bombay students. ummid.com Citing the brutalities of the Israeli Occupation Forces in Gaza, Palestine, a group of students have asked IIT Bombay to revoke all contacts and partnerships with Israeli universities.
(2024-09-12). Open letters on Gaza that The Press shunned — the Handala protest. asiapacificreport.nz 
Pacific Media Watch Two open letters on the genocidal Israeli war against Palestine sent to The Press for publication have been ignored in the continued Aotearoa New Zealand media silence over 11 months of atrocities. Both letters have been sent to the Christchurch morning daily newspaper by the co-presenter of the Plains FM community radio…
(2024-09-12). Iran Abhors Israeli Strike on UN School in Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the Israeli regime's deadly bomb attack on a UN-operated school in central Gaza.
(2024-09-12). Meet the Palestinians rebuilding their lives in Morocco. newarab.com 
Naser, a young Palestinian woman from Gaza, is one of many Palestinians who have come to Morocco to rebuild their lives. | Speaking at a World Refugee Day event hosted by UNHCR in June, her first words on stage were: "I am from Gaza and I am proud," the room filled with applause. | She is not alone, over the years Palestinian refugees have come to Morocco, each with their triumphs and challenges that some have shared with The New Arab. | Naser's journey from Gaza meant leaving the rest of her family and friends — it has been almost 14 years since she has seen them. | When Naser, her husband, and two youn…
(2024-09-12). Plestia Alaqad: Gaza's hero journalist in Beirut to study media. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). Casbah building collapse kills woman in Algiers. newarab.com 
A building collapse in the UNESCO-listed Casbah of Algiers killed a woman and injured three of her family members on Wednesday, emergency services said. | The Casbah, a historic city built on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean, has suffered multiple building collapses in recent years. | In 2019, five people, including a baby, died when their home collapsed in the old city. Following that…
(2024-09-12). Egyptian cartoonist's wife, Nada Mougheeth, speaks of his plight. newarab.com 
It may have never occurred to 38-year-old For weeks now, his case triggered The hashtag "Free Ashraf Omar" has trended throughout Egyptian and Arab soc…
(2024-09-12). Hundreds gather for birthday of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi in Seattle. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). Iran accused of supplying missiles to Russia via Caspian trade. newarab.com 
Tehran has been accused of CNN this week released satellite imagery taken last week which shows the V Port Olya 3 docked at Port Olya in Astrakhan on 4 September after visiting the Iranian city of Amirabad on 29 August before switching off its transporter. | The US Treasury has accused this ship of being used to deliver a cargo of…
(2024-09-12). Iraq-Kuwait World Cup 2026 qualifier match ends in draw, dispute. newarab.com 
A lengthy VAR review confirmed the red card, a decision that sparked outrage among Iraqi fans on soci…
(2024-09-12). QatarEnergy names LNG vessel after ExxonMobil's Rex Tillerson. newarab.com 
QatarEnergy inaugurated its first conventional-size LNG vessel at a ceremony in Shanghai on Tuesday, naming the new ship after former US secretary of state and ExxonMobil chief The naming ceremony at the Hudong-Zhonghua Shipyard was attended by Qatari energy minister and QatarEnergy CEO Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, QatarEnergy LNG CEO Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al-Thani, among other officials. | "Tillerson's legacy will always be remembered in Qatar and around the world, particularly for his wisdom, warmth, a…
(2024-09-12). Sudan and UAE trade accusations over prolonging war. newarab.com 
The Sudanese government accused the Their latest clash came during a
(2024-09-12). Turkey condemns Cyprus-US defence co-operation roadmap. newarab.com 
The move came amid
(2024-09-12). UN Security Council extends arms embargo on Sudan. newarab.com 
The UN Security Council on Wednesday extended an arms embargo on Sudan's In a resolution adopted unanimously, the Council extended until September 12, 2025 the sanctions regime in place since 2005, which is aimed solely at Darfur. | That includes individual sanctions – asset freezes and a travel ban – on three people, and an arms embargo. | The "people of Darfur co…
(2024-09-12). Aid group MSF protests Italy migrant policy over suspended ship. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). Biden administration grants Egypt $1.3 billion in military aid. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). 'Foul play' looms over Egypt's Sukari gold mine deal. newarab.com 
As news broke on a major The deal, officially announced on Tuesday, will allow the South African company to acquire 83.6-stake in Centamin, which initially owns 50 per cent of the economic interest in Sukari, for $2.5 billion. The remaining 50 per cent is owned by the Egyptian government. | Johannesb…
(2024-09-12). Iraq anti-graft chief himself suspected of bribery. newarab.com 
(2024-09-12). Libya oil exports plunge as NOC cancels cargoes due to crisis. newarab.com 
Libyan oil exports fell around 81% last week, Kpler data showed, as the National Oil Corporation cancelled cargoes amid a The standoff began last month when western Libyan factions moved to oust a veteran central bank governor, prompting eastern factions to declare a shutdown to all oil output. | Libyan ports shipped 194,000 barrels per day (bpd) on average of crude last week, down about 81% from just over 1 million bpd in the previous week, Kpler's data showed.
(2024-09-12). Norway lifts restrictions on defence material exports to Turkey. newarab.com 
Norway has normalised its practice for the export of defence material and multi-purpose goods for military use to "This means that the ministry of foreign affairs lifts the restrictions from 2019 and returns to an ordinary licensing practice for Turkey," the foreign ministry said in a statement. | Norway joined other European nations five years ago in suspending new arms sales to fellow NATO member Turkey due to con…
(2024-09-12). Palestine makes history by taking seat at UN General Assembly. newarab.com 
Palestine took a seat at the The Palestine Authority's envoy, The Palestinian Permanent Mission to the UN shared a clip on social media of the Ambassador of Egypt and the President of…
(2024-09-12). Tunisia jails critic of president for eight months: lawyer. newarab.com 
A Tunisian appeals court sentenced a I…
(2024-09-12). Tunisia's election body rejects monitors over 'foreign funds'. newarab.com 
In In a press statement on Monday, 9 September, ISIE said it had received information from official bodies that some of these groups received "suspicious…
(2024-09-12). Wrong crescent: Tunisia flag blunder lands 4 behind bars. newarab.com 
Footage circulated online in recent days showed the Turkish flag flying over the Tunis headquarters of the national railway company SNCFT, prompting a formal apology and arrests. | The two flags have the same colour…
(2024-09-12). US War on China is a War on the Entire World. orinocotribune.com By Brian Berletic — Sep 7, 2024 | US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan has recently Because China, like any other sovereign nation, based on international law, is obligated to resist foreign subordination, the US continues speeding toward inevitable war with China. Although China has formidable military capabilities, causing dou…
(2024-09-12). Venezuela's Parliament to Request Break of Diplomatic and Trade Relations With Spain. orinocotribune.com The president of the Venezuelan National Assembly (AN), Jorge Rodríguez, has asked the Foreign Policy Commission of parliament to prepare a report calling for President Nicolás Maduro's administration to break diplomatic, commercial, and consular relations with Spain—including the suspension of commercial passenger flights—in response to the decision of the Spanish Congress to ignore the democratic victory of President Nicolás Maduro in the July 28 Venezuelan elections, and instead "recognize" the fictitious "victory" of the far-right opposition's former candidate, Edmundo González. | "They want a fig…
(2024-09-12). Trump Party Versus Cheney Party. popularresistance.org Dick "Darth Vader" Cheney, has officially endorsed Kamala Harris for president. His daughter, Liz Cheney, has also endorsed Harris. | "In our nation's 248-year history, there has never been an individual who is a greater threat to our republic than Donald Trump," said the former vice president in a statement, adding, "As citizens, we each have a duty to put country above partisanship to defend our Constitution. That is why I will be casting my vote for Vice President Kamala Harris." | Cheney was a charter signatory to the notorious neoconservative think tank Project for the New American Century, and as vice presi…
(2024-09-12). BAP Condemns US Plans For Another UN Military Occupation Of Haiti. popularresistance.org Once again, the Haiti/Americas Team of the Black Alliance for Peace (BAP) strongly denounces the latest attempts by the U.S. to push for yet another UN military occupation of Haiti. We condemn this action and the relentless assaults on Haitian self-determination by the US and its criminal allies. We also urge Caribbean and Latin American governments to stand in solidarity with Haiti — just as they have stood with one another against violations of national sovereignty in Venezuela, Cuba, Honduras, etc. — as the Haitian people continue to bear the brunt of U.S. imperial policies and actions in the regio…
(2024-09-12). Oglala Sioux Tribe Wins Legal Case Against Powertech Uranium Mine. popularresistance.org Powertech (now a subsidiary of enCore Energy) planned to start mining uranium in the southwestern Black Hills in 2009. Thanks to the Oglala Sioux Tribe, the BHCWA and its allies, and you — they are not mining and its 2024. And this decision means that they won't be anytime soon. | In the Press-Release open from the Oglala Sioux Tribe they state: | The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Environmental Appeals Board (EAB) has ruled in favor of the Oglala Sioux Tribe in a case involving a proposed uranium mine in Fall River and Custer Counties, South Dakota. The EAB sent the EPA's Underground Injection Contr…
(2024-09-12). Global Indigenous Leaders Condemn New Zealand Treatment Of MƒÅori. popularresistance.org A collective of global Indigenous leaders and environmentalists have expressed their extreme concern regarding the Treaty Principles Bill as the New Zealand government presents it to the cabinet. They express their solidarity with MƒÅori and call upon the government to act in good faith and with respect for the treaty "upon which the legitimacy of their existence rests", Te Tiriti o Waitangi. | The statement of solidarity was endorsed at the Protecting Mother Earth Conference, held by The Indigenous Environmental Network and supported by the Indigenous embassy Tonatierra in Eastern Cherokee Nation (co-…
(2024-09-12). How A New York Landlord Exploited Anti-Immigrant Propaganda. popularresistance.org For the past few weeks, right-wing media and politicians have been whipped up into a frenzy over the supposed takeover of an Aurora, Colorado apartment building by a Venezuelan gang after a video went viral depicting armed men in The Edge at Lowry complex. Despite the fact that numerous Aurora city officials, including the Aurora City Police chief and the city's mayor have said that the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua has not taken over two troubled apartment complexes in the city, the right-wing media machine continues to spin this narrative and capitalize on anti-immigrant sentiment.
(2024-09-12). Burkina Faso Nationalizes United Kingdom Gold Mines. popularresistance.org Burkina Faso will nationalize two gold mines at a cost of about US $80 million. The Boungou and Wahgnion mines were sold last year by London-listed Endeavour Mining to Lilium Mining for US $300 million. On August 27, the mines were purchased by Burkina Faso's government for a fraction of this cost. | "This strategic move is aimed at reclaiming Burkina Faso's mineral wealth," said Joe Hotagua of African Streams, "ensuring that a larger portion of the profits benefits Burkinabe people." | Endeavour Mining is based in London, UK, and claims to be the largest gold producer in West Africa. It also possesses assets in…
(2024-09-12). 09/11 — The Road to Guantanamo. thealtworld.com September 11 marked yet another anniversary of the terrorist attacks in the United States, which prompted the George W. Bush administration to invade Afghanistan, and a little later, in the spring of 2003, Iraq. In addition to the consequences of these wars for the inhabitants of the two countries and the United States itself, the shameful stain associated with this military adventure is the secret prison at Guantanamo, where prisoners are still being held. This place has become not only a household name associated with torture and double standards, but the mere decision to create this center itself had and still…
(2024-09-12). Azerbaijan: Civil society demands attention to human rights and climate justice ahead of COP29. fidh.org Human rights organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, highlight the urgent need to address serious human rights concerns in Azerbaijan in the lead-up to its hosting this year's United Nations Climate Conference (COP29), to be held in Baku from November 11 to 22, 2024.
11th September 2024. We, the undersigned civil (…) | – | /…
(2024-09-12). J.D. Vance Mocks Taylor Swift for Being "Billionaire Celebrity" truthout.org United States Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), the vice presidential running mate of former President Donald Trump, has responded to Taylor Swift's endorsement of Democratic candidate for president Kamala Harris by blasting Swift for being a billionaire — despite the fact that Trump is also a billionaire. Moments after Harris and Trump finished their debate on Tuesday night… |
(2024-09-12). Trump Calls for Entire ABC News Network to Be Fired Over His Disastrous Debate. truthout.org Republican candidate for president Donald Trump suggested on Wednesday morning that ABC News, which hosted the debate between him and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris the night before, should be punished for how it handled the event, alleging that the network engaged in biased attacks against him. In reality, Trump had a dismal debate performance, peddling numerous outlandish lies… |
(2024-09-12). Global North Countries Are Repressing Climate Protesters as Crisis Worsens. truthout.org As the climate crisis continues to accelerate, wealthy governments in the West are clamping down on climate protest. According to a new report from Climate Rights International, demonstrators around the world are being arrested, charged, prosecuted and silenced, simply for using their rights to free expression. One of those prosecuted is activist Joanna Smith, who last year applied washable school… |
(2024-09-12). Justice Elena Kagan Says She Backs Enforcement Rules for SCOTUS Ethics Code. truthout.org For the second time in just over two months, Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan made a public statement of support for creating an enforcement mechanism for the court's recently created code of ethics. The ethics code was implemented last year, and while the rules it stipulates for the justices have been acknowledged as a good starting place, ensuring that they are followed has been a… |
(2024-09-12). US Could Fully Fund Social Security by Targeting Wealthy Tax Dodgers, Wyden Says. truthout.org The Democratic chair of the Senate Finance Committee said during a hearing Wednesday that instead of tossing Social Security's sacred guarantee "in the trash" by cutting benefits, lawmakers should crack down on mega-rich tax dodgers as a way to keep the New Deal program fully solvent for decades to come. "The ultra-wealthy are avoiding nearly $2 trillion in taxes every 10 years," Sen. |
(2024-09-12). "Our Power Is Where We Choose One Another": Abolitionists Discuss Our Moment. truthout.org "This is a moment that is going to be looked back on 50 years from now, 100 years from now, and what is going to be said of us is how we came out of this moment," says M4BL organizer M Adams. In this episode of "Movement Memos," host Kelly Hayes talks with Adams and community organizer Montague Simmons about the last decade of Black-led organizing, the state of movements against police violence… |
(2024-09-12). In Texas, Racist Conspiracy Theories Fuel Suppression of Latino Voters. truthout.org Fox News anchor Maria Bartiromo is perhaps best known for spreading the baseless claim on air that Dominion Voting Systems rigged the 2020 presidential election. Her source for that "information" was a viewer who also claimed to be "internally decapitated" and said she spoke with the wind. Along with similar misinformation, this false claim landed Fox in court for defamation… |
(2024-09-12). Customers of Top Auto Lender Have Been Devastated by Hidden Costs. truthout.org Jessica Patterson tensed as she tore open the letter from Exeter Finance. "This notice is being sent to you concerning your default," the company wrote. She didn't need to keep reading to know she was in trouble. It was January 2018. Seven months earlier, she'd borrowed $14,786.07 to purchase a silver Kia Rio. The interest rate was sky high — 25.17% — and the $402 monthly payment was… |
(2024-09-12). As "Cop Cities" Spread to Nearly Every State, Activists Are Pushing Back. truthout.org On June 11, a week after a police training facility in Richmond, California, broke ground, organizers from the Stop Cop City Bay Area Coalition marched to the Overaa Construction headquarters in protest. Citing concerns over rising police militarization and repression in the predominantly Black and Latino area, the protesters — joined by local residents — called on Overaa workers to boycott the… |
(2024-09-12). "No Fist Is Big Enough to Hide the Sky": 100 Years of Amilcar Cabral. cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). CADTM : what to do with the Financial sector and the Banks and, with the Sovereign Debt arbitration. cadtm.org Extract from "Social Movements and the Politics of Debt: Transnational Resistance against Debt on Three Continents"
| In this extract from his doctoral thesis, [1> Christoph Sorg summarises the CADTM's position on the financial sector and banks. This extract from the thesis corresponds to pages 184 to 186.
| As for financial sectors and national economies, CADTM has suggested a set of immediate (radical) Keynesian measures as well as the complete socialization of the banking sector (Fattorelli (…) | – | / | <...
(2024-09-12). Alarming development: Rights activists, including a young woman, face blasphemy charges in Pakistani-administered Kashmir. cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). The 1st International Antifascist Conference will take place in Porto Alegre in 2025. cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). Ecuador: From Rafael Correa to Guillermo Lasso via Lenin Moreno. cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). The World Bank did not Foresee the Arab Spring Popular Uprisings and still Promotes the very same Policies that triggered them. cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). Jackson Hole celebrates itself. cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). Reclaim the Night! cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). A left that does not take the lead in the fight against climate catastrophe has no reason to exist! cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). Irrationality and mass paranoia invade our societies. cadtm.org
(2024-09-12). "By the Fire We Carry": Cherokee Author Rebecca Nagle on the Ongoing Fight for Tribal Sovereignty. democracynow.org 
We're joined by award-winning Cherokee writer and journalist Rebecca Nagle, whose new book, By the Fire We Carry: The Generations-Long Fight for Justice on Native Land, has just been released. By taking a look at the more than a century-long fight for tribal sovereignty in eastern Oklahoma, Nagle investigates the development and future of tribal law since the beginning of colonial relations between Indigenous peoples and European settlers, from the Trail of Tears to the "war on terror." "A lot of times we treat Native American history like this distant chapter and the legal terrain it crea…
(2024-09-12). "On Thin Ice": Western Nations Crack Down on Climate Activists with Arrests & Jail Terms. democracynow.org 
As the climate crisis continues to accelerate, wealthy governments in the West are clamping down on climate protest. According to a new report from Climate Rights International, demonstrators around the world are being arrested, charged, prosecuted and silenced, simply for using their rights to free expression. One of those prosecuted is activist Joanna Smith, who last year applied washable school finger paint on the exterior glass case enclosing Edgar Degas's renowned wax sculpture, Little Dancer, at the National Gallery of Art to draw attention to the urgency of the climate crisis. She was charged and lat…
(2024-09-12). "Another Appalling Year" of Violence Against Land Defenders as Nearly 200 Killed Worldwide in 2023. democracynow.org 
At least 196 environmental defenders were killed last year, most of them Indigenous or Afro-descendant. The deadliest country was Colombia, where at least 79 land, water and climate defenders were killed. "2023 was yet another appalling year for those who want to protect their lands and their environment," and this violence is likely to "intensify as the consequences of the climate crisis become more apparent," says Laura Furones, senior adviser to the land and environmental defenders campaign at Global Witness, which published the numbers in a new report.
(2024-09-12). Russia Says It Could 'Combine' With China If Both Face Threat From the US. news.antiwar.com Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Wednesday that Russia's partnership with China is not aimed at any third country, but the two countries could "combine" to respond to threats from the US. "I would like to remind you that Moscow and Beijing will respond to 'double containment' by the United States with 'double counteraction,'" …
(2024-09-12). 2008 Olympics medal designer: innovation and contemporary culture should complement each other. ecns.cn An artist should embrace an innovative mindset, which should be in harmony with modern culture, enhancing and enriching each other, said Zhang Tiecheng, designer and producer of the 2008 Beijing Olympics medals in the latest W.E. Talk with China News Network.
(2024-09-12). From sketch to symbol: How a small team defines 2024 Paris Olympics logo and bridges cultures. ecns.cn As a small design company with only twenty people, Sylvain Boyer and his team never imagined they could win the design competition for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games emblem.
(2024-09-12). China's rapid eVTOL development indicates vast growth potential. ecns.cn A six-seat electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOL) completed several parameter tuning tests in Zigong City, southwest China's Sichuan Province.
(2024-09-12). EconoScope | Substantial trade-in incentives to expand China consumer market. ecns.cn Local governments in Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, and Guangdong have introduced detailed measures, with Shanghai in particular allocating more than 4 billion yuan, a historical new record high.
(2024-09-12). Beijing's service trade fair expected to deepen global cooperation. ecns.cn China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) was schedule from Sept. 12 to 16 in Beijing with the theme of "Global Services, Shared Prosperity"
(2024-09-12). Asia's largest high-altitude simulator stand to boost China's lunar program. ecns.cn Asia's largest high-altitude simulator stand for space engines was put into operation in Tongchuan City, northwest China's Shaanxi Province on Tuesday.
(2024-09-12). China opens market wider for least developed countries. ecns.cn China will implement a zero-tariff policy on 100 percent of products originating from the least developed countries with which it has diplomatic ties, effective from Dec. 1.
(2024-09-12). Xi stresses prioritizing projects beneficial to the people. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has stressed the need to prioritize projects that benefit the people and effectively address pressing production and living issues faced by the general public.
(2024-09-12). Xi urges continuous efforts to conserve ecology in Yellow River basin. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has called for continuous efforts to promote ecological conservation and high-quality development in the Yellow River basin.
(2024-09-12). Xi calls for fostering industries to revitalize rural areas. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed the significance of industrial development in revitalizing the country's rural areas on Wednesday morning.
(2024-09-12). Xi inspects Lanzhou in NW China's Gansu Province. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, on Wednesday afternoon inspected Lanzhou, capital city of northwest China's Gansu Province.
(2024-09-12). Xi stresses prioritizing elderly care, childcare in public services. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has stressed the importance of prioritizing elderly care and childcare in efforts to improve public services.
(2024-09-12). Xi calls for fostering industries to revitalize rural areas. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed the significance of industrial development in revitalizing the country's rural areas on Wednesday morning.
(2024-09-12). China to combat nation's demographic challenges. ecns.cn Providing full-life cycle health services, reducing childrearing burden and encouraging young people to marry and have children at appropriate ages are among key measures to address demographic challenges, a Chinese health official said on Thursday.
(2024-09-12). China and Cambodia sign MOU on copyright. ecns.cn China has signed a memorandum of understanding on copyright with Cambodia, signifying that the exchange of the two sides in the field of intellectual property has been further increased.
(2024-09-12). Drone causes flight delays, cancellations at Tianjin airport. ecns.cn Safety concerns caused by drone at an airport in North China's Tianjin Municipality on Wednesday evening delayed 29 flights and canceled eight, affecting the travel plans of over 3,000 passengers as of late Wednesday night.
(2024-09-12). China brings back human trafficking suspect from Cambodia. ecns.cn A suspect involved in transnational trafficking of women was brought back to China from Cambodia.
(2024-09-12). Drone disruptions prompt emergency response at Tianjin airport. ecns.cn Tianjin Binhai International Airport experienced flight disruptions on Wednesday evening due to public safety concerns arising from drone activity, the marketing department of TBIA disclosed in a Weibo post on Wednesday.
(2024-09-12). New high-speed railway to open in Guangdong. ecns.cn A high-speed rail line linking Meizhou with Longchuan county in eastern Guangdong province will begin operating on Saturday. Tickets will be sold on Thursday, China Railway Guangzhou Group announced.
(2024-09-12). U.S. commemorates 23rd anniversary of 9/11. ecns.cn A ceremony marking the 23rd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks is held on the World Trade Center at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in the Manhattan borough of New York City, U.S., Sept. 11, 2024.
(2024-09-12). Exhibition themed on Notre-Dame De Paris opens in Beijing. ecns.cn The Notre-Dame De Paris Augmented Exhibition showcased the revival of the precious cultural legacy after the massive fire in 2019.
(2024-09-12). Private reusable test rocket completes vertical takeoff, landing flight test. ecns.cn The Zhuque-3 VTVL-1, a single-stage liquid oxygen-methane vehicle, completed a 10-kilometer vertical takeoff and vertical landing test flight on Wednesday.
(2024-09-12). Beijing gears up for 2024 CIFTIS. ecns.cn Themed "Global Services, Shared Prosperity," the 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) will be held from Sept. 12 to 16 at the China National Convention Center and the Shougang Park in Beijing.
(2024-09-12). Xi sends congratulatory letter to 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday sent a congratulatory letter to the 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS).
(2024-09-12). Mainland hints at crackdown on 'stubborn' Taiwan separatists. ecns.cn Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's persistent adherence to "Taiwan independence" poses a serious challenge to the one-China principle and peace in the Taiwan Strait, and the Chinese mainland will never tolerate such a stance.
(2024-09-12). Beijing vows retaliation if U.S. closes HK trade offices. ecns.cn Efforts by the United States House of Representatives to advance a bill that could lead to the closure of Hong Kong's trade offices in the U.S. would trigger countermeasures, Chinese authorities warned on Wednesday.
(2024-09-12). Malaysia PM says China's entrepreneurs play key role. ecns.cn Chinese entrepreneurs play an important role in supporting the economy of Malaysia and that of the wider world, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told a forum in the capital Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.
(2024-09-12). Reusable carrier rocket achieves breakthrough. ecns.cn LandSpace, a leading private rocket maker in China, conducted a major technological demonstration on Wednesday, bringing the company closer to its goal of building a reusable carrier rocket.
(2024-09-12). Judicial authorities intensify efforts to ensure fair market practices. ecns.cn China's judicial authorities have intensified efforts to tackle unfair competition, especially counterfeiting, to ensure a fair market environment.
(2024-09-12). Authorities mull law for ailing seniors. ecns.cn China is planning to establish a legal framework to boost elderly care targeting seniors with disabilities to meet surging demands in a rapidly aging society, said Lu Zhiyuan, minister of civil affairs.
(2024-09-12). Affordable housing increased for migrant workers. ecns.cn Shanghai's target for this year to provide housing for 30,000 migrant workers at affordable prices is expected to be achieved by October, according to local officials.
(2024-09-12). The Harris-Trump debate: A degraded exhibition of political reaction. wsws.org The degraded spectacle of Tuesday's debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris held a mirror to a political system in extraordinary crisis. Between the mad ravings of the fascist Trump and the empty-headed platitudes of the warmonger Harris, the debate presented the vicious face of American capitalism.
(2024-09-12). Kenyan trade unions shut down aviation workers' strike in one of Africa's largest airports. wsws.org The airport contributes more than $9.5 billion to the economy annually—around 4.6 percent of Kenya's GDP. The unions, however, had no intention of fully leveraging workers' power.
(2024-09-12). Australian police rampage against protesters at massive weapons expo in Melbourne. wsws.org The police operation, involving the use of rubber bullets and flashbang grenades, was an assault on the population aimed at criminalising the right to protest.
(2024-09-12). After the Grenfell Fire inquiry: Where are the arrests? wsws.org People made decisions they knew risked working-class lives, and they were happy to do so because they considered those lives valueless next to the profits to be made.
(2024-09-12). New details emerge about warnings before Georgia school shooting. wsws.org Details have been reported based on text messages and phone logs from family members about an exchange between the mother of 14-year-old Colt Gray and a school counselor about an "extreme emergency" approximately 30 minutes before the shooting began at Apalachee High School on September 4.
(2024-09-12). JVP/NPP leader in Sri Lanka pledges to impose IMF austerity. wsws.org Buoyed by opinion polls showing its candidate as a frontrunner, the party is determined to demonstrate that it is a reliable and ruthless political tool for implementing the agenda of the capitalist class.
(2024-09-12). As over 1 million Americans continue to be infected with COVID each day, updated vaccines belatedly rolled out. wsws.org Neither the FDA, nor the vaccine manufacturers, nor the capitalist politicians saw any urgency in protecting the public from the newly evolved SARS-CoV-2 strains.
(2024-09-12). US, UK to announce expansion of NATO weapons strikes inside Russia. wsws.org The United States and United Kingdom will imminently announce a major expansion of Ukrainian strikes deep inside Russia using NATO weapons, the Guardian and Politico reported on Wednesday.
(2024-09-12). Vote "No" on the sellout contract! Build the Boeing Workers Rank-and-File Committee to fight for workers' control! wsws.org The mass protests over the past few days have shown our collective power. But this power must be organized so that Boeing workers can take control and countermand decisions that violate our will.
(2024-09-12). Mounting concerns in US-NATO circles over critical minerals and war with China. wsws.org The United States and its European allies are increasingly concerned that efforts taken so far to stop China's control over the global critical mineral supply chain are inadequate, complicating US-led preparations for war.
(2024-09-12). Wildfires erupt across Southern California amid sweltering heat wave. wsws.org Three large fires continue to burn across Riverside, San Bernardino and Orange Counties amid a heat wave that brought triple-digit temperatures over the weekend.
(2024-09-12). Germany's "migration summit:" A booster for the far-right AfD. wsws.org For weeks, Germany's government and opposition parties have been competing with their proposals on how to turn back refugees, seal off borders and undermine the basic right to asylum.
(2024-09-12). The AFL-CIA's Solidarity Center expands operations in Latin America. wsws.org The AFL-CIO is expanding its operations across Latin America to levels not seen since the 1970s, when it trained and sponsored thousands of union officials in support of CIA-backed coups and dictatorships.
(2024-09-12). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Rail strikes across Italy over two days to protest low wages and poor work-life balance; cost-of-living strikes and protests continue across Iran, involving energy and telecommunication workers, teachers, farmers and retirees; confectionery workers at Premier Foods in Johannesburg, South Africa on indefinite walkout to demand living wage…
(2024-09-12). Vice President Kamala Harris taught children how to be school yard bullies! indybay.org Vice President Kamala Harris resorted to trying to "trigger" Donald Trump rather than debate the political issues, and therefore she taught any children who were watching bullying tactics and skills.
(2024-09-12). Civil Rights Groups Sue UCSC for Unlawful Campus Bans and Response to Student Protests. indybay.org September 9, 2024 – Today, the ACLU Foundation of Northern California, the Center for Protest Law & Litigation, and civil rights attorney Thomas Seabaugh filed a lawsuit against the University of California Santa Cruz for banning more than 100 students and faculty members from campus after they were arrested at a pro-Palestine protest this past May.
(2024-09-12). Saturday 9/21: Peace Day SF. indybay.org The New Farm – 10 Cargo Way, San Francisco, California CA…
(2024-09-12). Monday 9/16: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2024-09-12). Apache Stronghold Filing Case at Supreme Court on Wed., Sept. 11, 2024. indybay.org "It's time to submit our court case. I am so happy we are here. Over 500 years of struggle have affected not only us but every race since the beginning of this country. When they took control of all our rights as free people. Now the time has come for the U.S. government and all governments to reconcile the past for a better future. The spirit of the West is here."
(2024-09-12). Saturday 9/14: District 2 Supervisor Candidates Townhall Meeting on Transportation Issues. indybay.org Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos…
(2024-09-12). Saturday 9/14: Peace in Sudan: Perspectives and Action. indybay.org Monterey Peace & Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd.Seaside, CA…
(2024-09-12). Monday 9/30: Seaside Candidate Forum. indybay.org Oldemeyer Center, Laguna Grande Ballroom, 986 Hilby Ave., Seaside, CA 93955…
(2024-09-12). Saturday 9/14: Super Saturday For Yes on J! indybay.org 1970 Santa Rosa Ave, Santa Rosa…
(2024-09-12). Monday 9/23: SF Summit: United Against Hate Day. indybay.org The Commonwealth Club of California | Taube Family Auditorium | 110 The Embarcadero | San Francisco, CA 94105 | Tickets are FREE or donation – in-person or online options…
(2024-09-12). Sunday 9/22: Julian Assange is Free Celebration! indybay.org Berkeley Unitarian Universalists Fellowship Hall, 1924 Cedar St., Berkeley…
(2024-09-12). Friday Sept. 6th, Save People's Park Free Palestine March in Berkeley. indybay.org It was like many of their marches, coinciding with the tail end of disorientation relative to campus activities and show casing the film "Berkeley in the 60s."
(2024-09-12). Saturday 9/14: Gay Shame new friends meeting. indybay.org Email us and we will send the address, it's in the Castro…
(2024-09-12). Saturday 10/19: Kara's Walk'n'Run To Remember. indybay.org Mitchell Park | 600 East Meadow Drive | Palo Alto, 94386…
(2024-09-12). 2025 California Admission Day – 175th Anniversary of the Great State of California. indybay.org We continue the journey, this 175th Annual California Admission Day, seeking to expanding consideration to share the authentic contributions of all Californians.
(2024-09-12). 60 Years After Lyndon Johnson's "Daisy Ad," the Silence on Nuclear War Is Dangerous. indybay.org
(2024-09-12). Donald Trump and George Orwell. indybay.org Trump rejects climate change, which means that information about it can no longer be found on the official White House website or agencies such as the US Environmental Protection Agency which are only encouraged to publish research results in public. Both are tantamount to censorship and are reminiscent of the Party's restrictive information policy in the novel 1984.
(2024-09-12). La historia de Suad: Prisionera palestina. indybay.org "La historia de Suad: Prisionera palestina…
(2024-09-12). Monday 9/16: Free Iran's Political Prisoners Now. indybay.org The Pedestrian Bridge over Geary Blvd. at Webster near Japantown…
(2024-09-12). The Second First Presidential Debate. counterpunch.org 
Nearly all public polls in the USA today, and since the beginning of 2024, show that the number #1 issue for American voters is the condition of the economy. But listening to the debate this evening one would have heard little discussion about it—and even less about solutions—from either candidate. The ABC moderators started off
(2024-09-12). Mark Weisbrot's Remarks from CEPR's Webinar on Ending IMF Surcharge Policy — September 10, 2024. cepr.net I want to thank everybody for coming and welcome you. Thank you also for the work that so many of you do on these issues. Our panel today is about harm reduction. My colleagues here from the Center for Economic and Policy Research will examine and explain a particularly harmful policy of the world's most …
(2024-09-12). Dozens, including civilians, killed in militant attack in Burkina Faso. presstv.ir Civilians are among the dozens of people killed in an attack by militants in Burkina Faso.
(2024-09-12). Floods kill 15 in India after heavy rains. presstv.ir
(2024-09-12). Nigeria holds mass funeral for dozens killed in Boko Haram attack. presstv.ir A mass funeral was held for 34 of at least 81 people killed in Nigeria in a Boko Haram attack.
(2024-09-12). Dramatic aerial video shows massive fire at California's Trabuco Canyon. presstv.ir Aerial video shows a brush fire raging in Trabuco Canyon, prompting evacuation warnings.
(2024-09-12). Iran's security chief: BRICS could help create new world security structure. presstv.ir Iran's security chief says the BRICS group could help the creation of a new security structure in the world.
(2024-09-12). Iranian president calls for implementation of security deal with Iraq. presstv.ir President Pezeshkian called for the full implementation of the security deal between Iran and Iraq.
(2024-09-12). Bombs and polio for Gazan children. presstv.ir The World Health Organization asserts that the disruption of routine immunization campaigns in the occupied Palestinian territory, including Gaza, has played a role in the reemergence of the polio virus.
(2024-09-12). Presidents of Iran, Iraq's Kurdistan region meet in Erbil, discuss key bilateral issues. presstv.ir The presidents of Iran and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq discuss key bilateral issues in Erbil.
(2024-09-12). North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles off Korean Peninsula. presstv.ir North Korea has launched several short-range ballistic missiles into the sea east of the Korean Peninsula.
(2024-09-12). US, UK secretly approve Ukraine's use of long-range missiles inside Russia: Report. presstv.ir The US and UK have privately allowed Ukraine to use long-range missiles against military targets inside Russia, a report says.
(2024-09-12). Iran proposes anti-sanctions alliance to ensure trade security in BRICS. presstv.ir The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council has called for the establishment of an anti-sanctions alliance among the BRICS group of emerging economies.
(2024-09-12). China says Iran ties won't be influenced by other countries. presstv.ir Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlights his country's close relations with Iran, saying the cooperation will not be influenced by other countries.
(2024-09-12). Human rights organizations urge UN members to 'protect' Palestinian detainees. presstv.ir Human rights organizations have called on UN member states to take urgent steps to "protect people deprived of their liberty" across the occupied Palestinian territory.
(2024-09-12). Kyiv requests fighters from Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham. uwidata.com By Tevfik Kadan The Kiev administration had previously collaborated with PKK/PYD to conduct covert operations against Russian forces in Syria. Now it became public that Kyiv has reached out to Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the terrorist group occupying Idlib. Kyiv's objective is to secure the release of Chechen militants held in HTS prisons. Local sources …
(2024-09-12). Why the US Can't Go to War with China. thesiriusreport.com 
We assess the economic, financial and geopolitical reasons why a US war with China over Taiwan is not a realistic proposition.
(2024-09-12). 'No BID New Bedford' movement defeats downtown gentrification proposal. liberationnews.org 
"We all mobilized immediately and came together," said Elissa Paquette. "This downtown belongs to the residents of New Bedford."
(2024-09-12). A Short Overview of Making Colonial Empires by European Powers from the Time of the Vienna Congress up to WWI (1815‚àí1914). pressenza.com The period in the world's history from the end of the Napoleonic Wars (1815) to the beginning of the Great War (1914) is usually labeled as the "golden age" of the European imperialistic expansion and the making of the greater national states and overseas colonial empires in Africa and Asia. Nevertheless, in 1815 huge territories of the world still have been unknown to Europeans, and millions of people in Africa and Asia were living their lives not influenced by European civilization. Europeans even were not very familiar with China, one of the oldest, richest, and biggest civilizations globally. However, only a…
(2024-09-12). Anura Kumara Dissanayake: A Vision of Unity for Sri Lanka's Future. pressenza.com On September 21, the people of Sri Lanka have elections to vote for a new president for a five-year term. | Since its independence from the United Kingdom in 1948, there have been successive conservative governments, more or less authoritarian and always in the hands of the same group of privileged families since the times of the 'British Raj' in the mid-nineteenth century. | With a population of 22 million, with an agricultural economy whose main production has been tea, rice, and other agricultural produce in the past and to which today, tourism and industry are added as sources of income. The distribution of w…
(2024-09-12). Update about Julian Assange and our campaign for his pardon. pressenza.com 
The article highlights the need for a pardon to unwind the dangerous precedent set by Julian's conviction and enable him to move forward with his life."To gain his freedom back, he had to agree to become a convicted criminal. That has all types of restrictions on how he can make a living and support his family," Gabriel Shipton, Julian's brother said. | Thanks to your efforts signing and sharing our To further build momentum for a pardon before Pr…
(2024-09-12). Tell the U.S. Congress: No More Weapons to Anywhere. pressenza.com
(2024-09-12). The Debate Was Two Assholes Bragging About What Murderous Empire Sluts They Are: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix. thealtworld.com If you missed the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, this was pretty much the …
(2024-09-12). 'Smoking gun': Declassified memo proves Ethel Rosenberg was not a Soviet spy. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON (AP)—A top U.S. government codebreaker who decrypted secret Soviet communications during the Cold War concluded that Ethel Rosenberg knew about her husband's activities but "did not engage in the work herself," according to a recently declassified memo that her sons say proves their mother was not a spy and should lead to her exoneration in the …
(2024-09-12). 'Memnon': Harlem comes to Malibu (ancient Black Lives Matter too). peoplesworld.org 
MALIBU, Calif. — For the first time in the 18-year history of Getty Villa's Outdoor Classical Theater productions staging ancient Greek and Roman theater the Classical Theatre of Harlem has crossed the continent to present a play at the Malibu amphitheater. As CTH is a theatre company that specializes in stories told through the lens …
(2024-09-12). 'Their Example Will Inspire Us: Five Black Communist Women': A book review. peoplesworld.org 
Historical amnesia, unfortunately, conditions much of our present consciousness. Dominant social institutions—media, schooling, and the political system—promote the deliberate habit of forgetting. This is especially true when it comes to our working-class history, the radical, even revolutionary struggles of workers against racism, exploitation, war, and the general submission to capitalist rule. Such institutionalized amnesia aims …
(2024-09-12). Notes From a Phoney Campaign: Catfight in Philly. counterpunch.org 
"When a politician is in opposition, he is an expert on the means to some end, and when he is in office, he is an expert on the obstacles to it." | — G.K. Chesterton | + The title of this column comes from Jean-Paul Sartre's diary of the first eight months of World War II, when he was stationed in Alsace, working as a meteorologist, watching weather balloons and recording barometric pressure, while waiting for something, anything, profound to happen. | + So Harris pretty effectively rebutted GOP accusat…
(2024-09-12). The Big Collapse Awaits. thealtworld.com This website depends on readers' support | In the 1970s when I served in the congressional staff and in the 1980s when I served in the executive branch, there was still some intelligence in the US government, with the exception of the Federal Reserve, where there has never been any intelligence. | Today there is no sign of intelligence anywhere in the US government. That fact is documented every day on my website. | As I recently reported, about 900,000 new jobs that had been claimed over the preceding year have just disappeared in a revision. A further downward revision could follow. | These non-existent jobs we…
(2024-09-12). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 930. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 930th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-09-12). Ukraine: They're Admitting the Lies and Escalating the War While We Look at Pet Eating Memes. davidswanson.org One of the most impressive things about U.S. elections always appears to be the way in which the 96% of humanity outside of the United States consents to doing nothing at all for the better part of a year, so that U.S. media outlets can focus fulltime on the election. Of course, it could be …
(2024-09-12). Ukraine War Day #932: Revitalization Of Russian Fisheries — Part IV. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
Dear Readers: | Today continuing (and concluding) my review But it's not all roses, we come to a section of the story wherein people in the business express some criticisms of this approach. For example, the constr…
(2024-09-12). Bypassing Sanctions: Russia, Trade Routes and Outfoxing the West. counterpunch.org 
Invention is the mother of necessity, and Russia's response to largely Western-imposed economic and trade sanctions has shown the extent of that inventiveness. While enduring attritive punishment in its Ukraine campaign, the war remains sustainable for the Kremlin. The domestic economy has not collapsed, despite apocalyptic predictions to the contrary. In terms of exports, Russia is carving out new trade routes, a move that has been welcomed by notable powers in the Global South.
(2024-09-12). FM Rebuts Report of Iranian Missile Delivery to Russia. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi dismissed the allegations made by the US and the European troika that Iran has provided Russia with ballistic missiles for the Ukraine war.
(2024-09-12). Iran Summons 4 European Envoys. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The heads of diplomatic missions of Germany, France, the UK and the Netherlands in Tehran were called in by the Iranian Foreign Ministry on Thursday in protest at the allegations of Iran's involvement in the Ukraine war made by those European governments.
(2024-09-12). China discovers new fossilised footprints of prehistoric creatures hundreds of millions of years old. tvbrics.com 
Since the late 1990s, more than 2,000 dinosaur footprints have been found in the same area…
(2024-09-12). Iran creates sponge to preserve coral reefs. tvbrics.com 
It not only helps protect the marine ecosystem, but also reduces the cost of dredging…
(2024-09-12). Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani: Iran to develop relations with Russia and China. tvbrics.com 
He added that BRICS co-operation mechanism represents an important opportunity for Iran's development…
(2024-09-12). Putin says 34 countries want to join BRICS agenda. tvbrics.com The Russian president said that at the summit in Kazan they will discuss building up partnership within the framework of the association…
(2024-09-12). South Africa's manufacturing performance increases by 1.7%. tvbrics.com 
Food and beverages played a key role in the positive performance…
(2024-09-12). Young foreign cultural figures learn about work of media networks and content exchange between the BRICS countries. tvbrics.com 
Patricipants learnt about the work of media networks and content exchange between BRICS countries…
(2024-09-12). Beijing and Manila hold South China Sea meeting. plenglish.com Beijing, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) Chinese Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chen Xiaodong, and his Philippine counterpart, Theresa Lazaro, held a meeting in this capital to analyze the issue of the South China Sea.
(2024-09-12). Costa Rican credit cooperative fraud included corporate cards. plenglish.com San José, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) The Costa Rican private entity CS Credito, intervened and deactivated in May, and now under investigation for fraud, granted its employees corporate cards for travel, hotels, luxury brands and other forms of profit.
(2024-09-12). Russia delivers medical aid to Syria. plenglish.com Damascus, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) The Russian Coordination Center based at the Hemeimem base in the Syrian coastal province of Latakia, announced the delivery of a new batch of medical aid to the Health Department of that governorate.
(2024-09-12). China rejects new tariff measures imposed by Canada. plenglish.com Canada once again ignored the facts, followed the policy of other countries and threatened to take unilateral repressive measures against China. Canada's move is dangerous and irresponsible. China firmly opposes this, the text said. | The ministry warned that the new measure will seriously affect trade relations between Beijing and Ottawa, seriously undermine the global economic system, while disrupting the stability of the global industrial and supply chain. | China urges Canada to respect the facts, abide by the rules of the World Trade Organization and not make the same mistake again and again. We will pay clo…
(2024-09-12). Costa Rican media pays tribute to national and PL expert journalist. plenglish.com San José, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) The Semanario Universidad de Costa Rica will pay tribute today to journalist Rafael Ugalde, who worked for 30 years in that publication and was the first correspondent of the Latin American news agency Prensa Latina in this country.
(2024-09-12). Law against illicit enrichment ready for enactment in Uruguay. plenglish.com Montevideo, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) The law against illicit enrichment of public servants awaits from today its promulgation by the Executive Power, after receiving green light from Parliament. The day before, the initiative got the votes of the ruling party and the opposition in the Chamber of Deputies.
(2024-09-12). National Meeting of Alternative Media to be held in Colombia. plenglish.com Bogota, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) The National Meeting of Alternative, Community and Digital Media of Colombia will begin today at the Metropolitan Cultural Center of Conventions of Armenia, in the department of Quindio, in the central-western region of the country.
(2024-09-12). Niger on alert due to Cholera epidemic. plenglish.com Niamey, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) Health authorities in Niger announced that cholera has killed six and infected 160 in the region of Tahoua. The Niger Press Agency (ANP) reports Thursday that the Secretary General of the local government of Tahoua, Yacouba Soukeyradjou, highlighted the seriousness of the situation in the villages of Bouza, Konni and Madaoua, in the center of the country.
(2024-09-12). South America suffers the ravages of several forest fires. plenglish.com Meanwhile, the Amazon faces an extreme drought that has left several rivers at their lowest levels in history and has isolated dozens of rural communities. | The Brazilian government reported Tuesday that some six million hectares of the planet's largest tropical forest have been razed by fires since the beginning of the year, which represents 1.6 percent of the biome. | This figure, which covers the period from January 1 to September 1, is close to the nine million 186 thousand hectares of the ecosystem's surface area burned in all of 2023, according to the Brzilian National Institute for Research.
(2024-09-12). Vietnam's minister of Industry and Trade to be prosecuted. plenglish.com Hanoi, Sep 12 (Prensa Latina) The Investigation Agency of the Ministry of Public Security has asked to prosecute Vietnam's former Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Hoang Quoc Vuong, the VNA news agency reported today.
(2024-09-12). Modalidades competitivas distinguen XIV edición de Varadero Gourmet. radiohc.cu Varadero, 12 sep (RHC) La presencia de modalidades competitivas tanto de comida como de bebidas distinguen hoy el accionar de la XIV edición del Festival Internacional Varadero Gourmet, con sede en esta ciudad balneario.
(2024-09-12). Participa Cuba en Foro Internacional de Culturas Unidas. radiohc.cu San Petersburgo, 12 sep (RHC) La delegación cubana encabezada por el titular de cultura, Alpidio Alonso, participa hoy en el X Foro Internacional de Culturas Unidas en esta ciudad rusa.
(2024-09-12). Wyden calls out trillions dodged by ultra-rich, proposes tax reform to fully fund Social Security until 2100. nationofchange.org Democratic senators propose fair tax contributions from the ultra-wealthy as a solution to protect Social Security for future generations, challenging Republican cuts and calling for real revenue reform.
(2024-09-12). Dems say Big Oil execs failing to come clean on Trump's $1 billion quid pro quo offer. nationofchange.org Nearly four months later, the lawmakers are still awaiting satisfactory answers.
(2024-09-12). Trump, the felon, has been making a complete fool out of the US court system. nationofchange.org The political destruction of Trump who, as a candidate for president is the greatest insult to our democracy and our Constitution and to the U.S. court system that has constantly bent to him and given him one free pass after another.
(2024-09-12). Teacher Pay Rises—But Not Enough to Shrink Pay Gap. cepr.net Despite a small improvement in weekly wages, the pay penalty for teachers—the relative gap between the weekly wages of teachers and other college graduates—grew to a record 26.6% in 2023, according to a new report from CEPR Senior Economist Sylvia Allegretto jointly released with the Economic Policy Institute. This relative pay penalty—which is adjusted for …
(2024-09-12). Tunisia: Four people arrested for mistakenly raising Turkish flag on public building. middleeasteye.net 
Tunisia: Four people arrested for mistakenly raising Turkish flag on public building | Outrage erupted after Turkey's flag was raised over the national railway company headquarters instead of the Tunisian one | | The flags of Tunisia (left) and Turkey (right) (Creative Commons) | Four people ha…
(2024-09-12). Russian leaks on Turkey's Brics membership bid unsettle Ankara. middleeasteye.net 
Russian leaks on Turkey's Brics membership bid unsettle Ankara | Moscow is sending mixed signals about Erdogan's bid to join Brics and is openly sharing developments with the media | | Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks at a Brics parliamentary forum in Saint Petersburg on 11 July (A…
(2024-09-12). Monopoly League Baseball . levernews.com 
(2024-09-12). SpaceX Polaris Dawn spacewalk: Is the US breaking a 50-year-old space law? aljazeera.com It will be the first-ever spacewalk on a private mission. But does the US bear no responsibility for SpaceX's ambitions?>
(2024-09-12). Floods in northeastern Nigeria affect one million people. aljazeera.com Collapse of major dam in Borno has caused the state's worst flooding in decades, forcing residents to flee their homes.
(2024-09-12). Alberto Fujimori, ex-president of Peru jailed for rights abuses, dies at 86. aljazeera.com Polarising Latin American leader had been released from prison in December on humanitarian grounds.
(2024-09-12). Australia strips medals from Afghanistan war commanders. aljazeera.com Defence minister cancels awards of small number of officers over alleged war crimes committed on their watch.
(2024-09-12). 'Guerrilla projects': Russia revels in US allegations of media warfare. aljazeera.com Public figures close to Putin goad Washington after the DoJ alleged that RT is funding social media influencers.
(2024-09-12). Trump-Harris presidential debate draws estimated 67.1 million TV viewers. aljazeera.com Audience tops estimated 51 million people who tuned in for June's debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden.
(2024-09-12). Nine candidates named in Japan's leadership race. aljazeera.com
(2024-09-12). North Korea fires multiple short-range ballistic missiles. aljazeera.com The launches detected by South Korea and Japan are North Korea's first public weapons firing activities in two months.
(2024-09-12). Pope warns of AI dangers, urges fair wages for migrants on Singapore visit. aljazeera.com Pope Francis meets local officials and dignitaries in affluent city-state at the end of his Asia Pacific tour.
(2024-09-12). Mpox crisis: Why do African countries struggle to make or buy vaccines? aljazeera.com African countries produce less than 2 percent of the vaccines the continent needs, experts say.
(2024-09-12). Do not ignore Mali's multifaceted humanitarian catastrophe. aljazeera.com Millions are suffering in a perfect storm of climate change, protracted armed conflict and economic hardship.
(2024-09-12). Musician Bon Jovi thanked for talking woman down off bridge. aljazeera.com Watch the moment musician Jon Bon Jovi helped to talk a distressed woman off the ledge of a bridge in Nashville, US.
(2024-09-12). Ronaldo urges Manchester United to 'rebuild everything from the bottom'. aljazeera.com Former United star says manager Eric ten Hag must not be negative and say that the club can't win the Premier League.
(2024-09-12). The Growth of Malignant and Exclusionary Social Movements. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. and many other societies are cycling into situations of toxic polarization today; discussion, let alone consensus, often appears impossible and the advantage goes to exclusionary social movements built on malignant rather than goodwill impulses. As Heritage Foundation president Keith Roberts stated in July 2024, "[W]e are in the process of the second American Revolution, which will remain bloodless if the left allows it to be."
(2024-09-12). How Extensive is the Privatization of Security? counterpunch.org 
In August 2024, due to a $4 million budget shortfall, Idaho's Caldwell School District terminated its $296,807 contract with the local police department, opting instead for armed guards from Eagle Eye Security. The new $280,000 contract is just a drop in the bucket of the roughly $50 billion U.S. private security industry and the $248 billion global market that is reshaping law enforcement worldwide.
(2024-09-12). Would-Be Censors Peddle Yet Another Election Meddle. counterpunch.org 
In early September, the US Department of Justice announced criminal charges against two employees of RT (formerly Russia Today), alleging that the state media outlet "orchestrated a massive scheme to influence the American public by secretly planting and financing a content creation company on U.S. soil." Separately, DOJ announced its theft ("seizure") of 32 Internet
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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?
(2024-09-12). Anduril Introduces Barracuda-M That Aims To Disrupt The Cruise Missile Market. twz.com 
(2024-09-12). The Heat: U.S. Presidential Race. america.cgtn.com 
With the U.S. presidential election less than two months away, voters had the chance to hear from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in what can only be described as a contentious debate. | The Republican and Democratic presidential nominees discussed key issues including the U.S. economy, reproductive rights and immigration. | Joining the discussion: |
(2024-09-12). SATIRE: Man Replies 'STOP' To Political Fundraiser Text Like Powerful Wizard Casting Spell To Ward Off Mythical Beast. theonion.com CHICAGO—In an act of astonishing fortitude that showed he drew upon a seemingly endless well of mystic strength, local man Anthony Palmer reportedly replied "STOP" Thursday to a political fundraiser text like a powerful wizard casting a spell to ward off a mythical beast. Sources confirmed that moments after receiving the Kamala Harris fundraising message, …
(2024-09-12). SATIRE: Taylor Swift Endorses Harris. theonion.com 
Taylor Swift came out in support of Vice President Kamala Harris in the race for president, ending speculation about whether the superstar singer would share her political views ahead of November's election. What do you think?
(2024-09-12). Taylor Swift Dominates MTV VMAs with Seven Wins, Ties Beyonce for Most Lifetime Honors. devdiscourse.com Pop megastar Taylor Swift took home seven trophies on Wednesday at MTV's Video Music Awards, tying her with Beyonce for the most lifetime honors in the 40-year history of the video accolades.
(2024-09-12). Vir Das to Host 52nd International Emmy Awards in NYC. devdiscourse.com Actor-comedian Vir Das has been named as the host for the 52nd edition of the International Emmy Awards, scheduled to take place in New York City on November 25.
(2024-09-12). 52 Arrested After Riot During Ganpati Procession in Karnataka's Mandya. devdiscourse.com In a volatile incident in Nagamangala, Karnataka's Mandya district, 52 individuals were taken into custody following riots that erupted over allegations of stone pelting at a Ganpati immersion procession. Karnataka Home Minister G Parmeshwar confirmed that despite the chaos, no injuries were reported. 'Yesterday's incident shouldn't have happened. Fortunately, no injuries occurred, and the situation is now under control,' said Parmeshwar. 'During the procession, there was stone pelting, and later, vehicles were set on fire. No harm has happened.'
(2024-09-12). AI and Multi-Layered Security: The Future of Financial Fraud Detection. devdiscourse.com As financial fraud becomes increasingly sophisticated, the need for advanced detection and prevention strategies is more crucial than ever. This article examines the latest technologies, particularly AI-driven solutions, that are revolutionizing fraud detection. It highlights the essential role of multi-layered security frameworks in protecting assets and preserving customer trust in a digital era.
(2024-09-12). Cement Executive Arrested for Attempted Bribery of District Collector. devdiscourse.com A cement manufacturing company executive has been arrested by anti-corruption vigilance sleuths for allegedly attempting to bribe a district collector. An official release stated that the incident occurred when the accused visited the Bargarh Collector, Aditya Goyal, and offered him a flower bouquet and a sweet packet.
(2024-09-12). Eminent Advisor Urges Putin to Adopt Aggressive Nuclear Doctrine. devdiscourse.com Sergei Karaganov, a prominent foreign policy advisor, is urging President Vladimir Putin to adopt a more aggressive nuclear posture towards NATO-supporting countries. In an exclusive interview with Kommersant newspaper, Karaganov stated that Russia could execute a limited nuclear strike on a NATO member without escalating into an all-out nuclear war.
(2024-09-12). Typhoon Yagi Devastates Northern Vietnam with Floods and Landslides. devdiscourse.com Several Hanoi districts remained flooded on Thursday with the weather agency forecasting little change in water levels of the Red River over the next 24 hours, as floods and landslides continued to affect areas across northern Vietnam. The country is reeling from the impact of Typhoon Yagi, the strongest storm to hit Asia this year, which made landfall on Saturday. At least 197 people have been killed since the storm struck and 128 are missing, the government's disaster management agency said. Some 800 people have been injured.
(2024-09-12). Remembering a Visionary: Dinesh Khaladkar's Legacy and eQ Technologic's New Leadership. devdiscourse.com In a heartfelt announcement, eQ Technologic, Inc. shared the passing of their esteemed founder, president, and CEO, Dinesh Khaladkar. His successor is his son, Kunal Khaladkar, who will now steer the company.
(2024-09-12). CGI Honored with Prestigious Brandon Hall Group Awards in HCM Excellence. devdiscourse.com CGI, a preeminent global IT and business consulting firm, has secured Gold and Silver Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards in India. These accolades celebrate CGI's innovative efforts in creating and implementing effective learning and development programs.
(2024-09-12). The Evolution of Ow'ekitiibwa: From cultural reverence to political honour. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | I have received a great deal of interest regarding my previous article on the "Honourable and Ow'ekitiibwa" debate, which has prompted me to delve deeper into the origins of Ow'ekitiibwa in Uganda's political corridors of power. The title Ow'ekitiibwa, commonly translated as Honourable in Luganda, has become a key part …
(2024-09-12). Artists reflect Gen Z hopes and frustrations in exhibition. independent.co.ug 
In the Absence is made up of installations. ART | ANNE MWITI | As young protesters in Kenya took to the streets in June to demand the government account for its spending of taxpayers' money, the Wajukuu Art Project was opening a new exhibition in Nairobi. Visitors to In the Absence at The African Arts Trust …
(2024-09-12). IOC rule changes create legal obstacles for Seb Coe's Olympic bid. independent.co.ug 
Paris, France | INSIDE THE GAMES | The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has introduced new election rules that could prevent Sebastian Coe from running for its presidency. These clarifications come just before Sunday's deadline to enter the race to succeed Thomas Bach next year, The Associated Press report. A letter sent by the IOC ethics …
(2024-09-12). Kampala Geopolitics conference to address pressing regional challenges. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kampala Geopolitics Conference is set to convene its seventh edition, focusing on critical regional and global issues. The event, scheduled for October 23rd to 24th at Makerere University's Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, will explore "The African Dimensions in International Debates." Organised by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS), Alliance …
(2024-09-12). KCCA to negotiate with Mukono Municipal on garbage landfill. independent.co.ug 
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) council, has resolved to negotiate with Mukono Municipal Council to continue using the Katikolo landfill. Last month Mukono Municipal Council allowed KCCA to temporarily use the landfill after the Kiteezi landfill tragedy which claimed the lives of more than 30 people. Efforts to secure other …
(2024-09-12). Kisoro to name stadium after the late Sarah Mateke. independent.co.ug 
Kisoro, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kisoro district councillors have unanimously passed a motion to name the proposed Shaza stadium after the late Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, State Minister for Defense and Veteran Affairs. The resolution was passed on Wednesday during a joint special council meeting held at Nyirabashitsi's ancestral home in Bugahe village, Nyakabingo parish. …
(2024-09-12). NWSC announces planned power shutdown at Ggaba Water Works. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A planned shutdown of the power station at Ggaba on Friday will affect water supply to many parts of Kampala. "The Management of National Water and Sewerage Corporation wishes to inform its valued customers and the general public that there will be interruptions in water supply on Friday 13th …
(2024-09-12). The story of Onana, a Premio and 35 minutes to Entebbe Airport. independent.co.ug 
Premio Driver who drove Onana to airport says deal was pre-planned Kampala, Uganda | ISMAEL KIYONGA & DON MUGABI — Kawowo Sports | The Ugandan driver of the Toyota Premio who drove away Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana from Mandela National Stadium, Namboole to Entebbe International Airport says the deal was pre-planned. However, he didn't know …
(2024-09-12). Tribute to Hon Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi. independent.co.ug 
Nyirabashitsi — the name connotates visitor BY PAMELA ANKUNDA | On Sept 6, 2024, at 8.30am-Saturday morning, I received an invitation for a church fundraising event scheduled for 27th Sept, 2024. The Guest of honour had confirmed her presence, and everything seemed to be in place, for the function to raise as much as they could …
(2024-09-12). U.S. Ambassador to Uganda reaffirms support for injectable ARVs. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The U.S. Ambassador to Uganda, William W. Popp, has reaffirmed support for the widespread availability and affordability of long-term injectable Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ARV) in the country. He pledged that the U.S. is committed to strengthening partnerships in Uganda to advance the fight against the HIV epidemic. Ambassador Popp made this …
(2024-09-12). Academic Families: Nurturing Global Scholars from Uganda. independent.co.ug 
With a deep-rooted history in East Africa, Academic Families remains dedicated to guiding families through the complex landscape of global education, ensuring their children receive the best opportunities for academic success. In this exclusive interview, Lorna Clayton MBE, Founder and Managing Director of Academic Families, shares her insights on the organization's mission to empower Ugandan …
(2024-09-12). Mbarara hospital nurse found dead in River Rwizi. independent.co.ug 
Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in the Rwizi Region have retrieved the body of a woman believed to be Judith Kyarisima , a senior midwife at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, who went missing last week. Samson Kasasira, the Rwizi Region Police spokesperson, stated that Kyarisima, 50, the wife of Justus Nkwasibwe, a resident …
(2024-09-12). (Video) New hope for patients with metastatic prostate cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic is leading the way with a new treatment for advanced prostate cancer, specifically for prostate-specific membrane antigen-positive metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (PSMA-positive mCRPC). This treatment involves a radiopharmaceutical known as Pluvicto. It acts like a smart missile, targeting and eliminating cancer cells. Mayo Clinic experts offer this therapy for patients whose prostate cancer has spread and is resistant to standard treatments such as hormonal treatments and chemotherapy. Dr. Oliver Sartor, a Mayo Clinic…
(2024-09-12). Mayo Clinic Minute: What does a diagnosis of dense breasts mean? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Food and Drug Administration issued a rule in March of 2023 that requires healthcare professionals to notify people if they have dense breasts. Facilities subject to the Mammography Quality Standards ACT (MQSA) must comply with this requirement no later than Sept. 10 of this year. Studies have shown that dense breast tissue can make it more difficult to detect breast cancer early. Dr. Kristin Robinson, a Mayo Clinic breast radiologist, says women with dense breast…
(2024-09-12). (VIDEO) Using proton beam therapy on the heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer, but could it also help treat dangerous heart rhythms? Experts at Mayo Clinic recently completed the first clinical trial in humans using proton beam therapy, a type of radiation, to treat patients with potentially life-threatening arrhythmias. And they say initial results are encouraging. Watch: Using proton beam therapy on the heart youtu.be/hu5Ls4gKcmE Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (2: 11) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please…
(2024-09-12). Understanding CAR-T cell therapy for cancer: Mayo Clinic expert explains how it works. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World Lymphoma Day is September 15 ROCHESTER, Minn. — For many doctors and researchers, immunotherapy that uses someone's own immune system to target and attack cancer cells is the next and best frontier of cancer treatment. Chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy, or CAR-T cell therapy, is one type of immunotherapy. Sometimes likened to a "smart drug" or "living drug," CAR-T cell therapy relies on genetically modified immune cells to recognize and destroy cancer cells. In…
(2024-09-12). (Video) How testing has kept up with new COVID-19 variants. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org While COVID-19 continues to evolve, there is some good news when it comes to detecting the virus. "The tests we've used over the last three or four years don't seem to be significantly impacted by the new variants," says Dr. Matthew Binnicker, director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic. He says that the molecular, or PCR, tests processed in laboratories look at multiple parts of the genetic makeup of the virus, so even…
(2024-09-12). How to talk with someone grieving a suicide loss. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editors note: September is National Suicide Prevention Month In 2021, suicide was the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., claiming the lives of more than 48,000 people — nearly double the number of homicides. People of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds choose to end their own lives. That means that people of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds may be affected by suicide. When learning that a loved one, friend, neighbor, work colleague or child has…
(2024-09-12). Understanding athletes with lymphoma. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org One July evening, Allison Rosenthal, D.O., received a flurry of texts with exclamations like, "Yo, my doctor friend is famous!" "What is going on?" she thought. She soon learned that her patient, MLB pitcher Liam Hendriks, had just thanked her while accepting ESPN's Jimmy V Award for Perseverance at the 2023 ESPYs, with more than 2.3 million people watching the broadcast that evening. Liam Hendriks "She is one of the main reasons that I am up here…
(2024-09-12). Mayo researchers develop tool that measures health of a person's gut microbiome. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A team of Mayo Clinic researchers has developed an innovative computational tool that analyzes the gut microbiome, a complex ecosystem of trillions of bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microorganisms within the digestive system, to provide insights into overall well-being. In a new study published in Nature Communications, the tool demonstrated at least 80% accuracy in differentiating healthy individuals from those with any disease. The tool was developed by analyzing stool gut microbiome…
(2024-09-12). Meet 3 new innovators in healthcare delivery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Nadine Abdallah, M.D., Eleshia Morrison, Ph.D., and Yewande Odeyemi, M.B.B.S. Healthcare is evolving rapidly, demanding solutions to complex challenges. The Mayo Clinic Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery is at the forefront of guiding a new generation of clinician-scientists to address these needs and improve patient care. Meet Nadine Abdallah, M.D., Eleshia Morrison, Ph.D., and Yewande Odeyemi, M.B.B.S., who are completing the Kern Health Care Delivery Scholars Program. They join a growing group of clinician-scientists at Mayo who…
(2024-09-12). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Now what? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have high blood pressure and was just diagnosed as having chronic kidney disease. I am disheartened by this news, but I also am determined to do more to improve my health. I know I may not be able to reverse my condition, but I am hoping to avoid dialysis or a kidney transplant for as long as possible. ANSWER: Your determination will help you manage your chronic kidney disease by following…
(2024-09-12). Pregnancy-related heart failure is under-detected; AI-enabled stethoscope helped doctors diagnose twice as many cases. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Heart failure during pregnancy is a dangerous and often under-detected condition because common symptoms — shortness of breath, extreme fatigue and trouble breathing while lying down — are easily mistaken for typical pregnancy discomforts. Late-breaking research presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress on a Mayo Clinic study showed an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled digital stethoscope helped doctors identify twice as many cases of heart failure compared to a control group that…
(2024-09-12). Perimenopause, menopause and … weightlifting? Expert explains value for bone health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org LONDON — Menopause affects women all the way to their bones, and that is why building skeletal health is especially important during perimenopause and after menopause, says May Al-Araji, MBChB, a women's health and family medicine expert at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London. This is a good time to add strength-training activities such as weightlifting to your exercise routine, Dr. Al-Araji says. May Al-Araji, MBChB "Menopause has a multisystem effect. It can affect you literally…
(2024-09-12). Profiling health in extraterrestrial space travel. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Photo courtesy: Axiom Mayo Clinic research is probing the effects of space travel on the health of citizens engaged in a new era of civilian spaceflights. The team led by Andre Terzic, M.D., Ph.D., studied health responses of the Axiom Mission (Ax-1) crew by monitoring the first all-civilian astronaut crew to fly to the International Space Station. The research data revealed that the health profiles of the civilian astronauts were maintained during and after the…
(2024-09-12). Mayo Clinic Q and A: When is it time for a knee replacement? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. When is a knee replacement appropriate? ANSWER: Osteoarthritis is an extremely common condition affecting over 500 million people worldwide. The knee is the most frequently affected joint. Knee osteoarthritis occurs when protective cartilage in the knee wears down leading to inflammation and pain. Commonly, patients will have bone spurs, and the normal shape of their knee is disrupted. Symptoms of knee osteoarthritis may develop slowly, or…
(2024-09-12). Building the Future of Education and Research in Arizona. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Integrated Education and Research Building Arizona. Bold. Forward. is Mayo Clinic's largest and most visionary campus expansion project to date. The Integrated Education and Research Building marks the conclusion of this monumental capital expansion that more than doubled the campus square-footage and offers expanded capacity and new capabilities. A defining hallmark of Arizona. Bold. Forward. is the 150,000-square-foot Integrated Education and Research Building, which celebrates the ingenuity of teamwork that has characterized Mayo Clinic since…
(2024-09-12). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: Endometrial cancer associated with polycystic ovary syndrome Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 13% of women globally, causing hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, excess androgen and ovarian cysts, which can lead to infertility. PCOS is also a significant risk factor for endometrial cancer.‚Å Pregnancy-related heart failure is under-detected; AI-enabled stethoscope helped doctors diagnose twice as many…
(2024-09-12). Mayo Clinic study finds dysfunctional white blood cells linked to heightened melanoma risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — About 8 to 10 million Americans over age 40 have an overabundance of cloned white blood cells, or lymphocytes, that hamper their immune systems. Although many who have this condition — called monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis (MBL) — do not experience any symptoms, a new study shows they may have an elevated risk for several health complications, including melanoma, a form of skin cancer. The findings, by Mayo Clinic researchers, are published in…
(2024-09-12). Preventing suicide through awareness and intervention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Editors note: September is National Suicide Prevention Month Suicide affects people from all walks of life, cultures and socioeconomic statuses. Suicide rates increased by 36% from 2000 to 2022. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for people 10 to 14 and 25 to 34. However, suicide is preventable. Most people want to live, but they feel stuck because of how dire their situation feels and can't see alternative solutions. For some people, their ability to…
(2024-09-12). Mayo Clinic to expand access to state-of-the-art cancer care through transformational gift. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic will enhance and expand access to cancer care and clinical trials for patients and communities, thanks to a generous philanthropic commitment from Stephen M. and Barbara J. Slaggie of Marco Island, Florida, and Winona, Minnesota. The Slaggies' $50 million investment accelerates Mayo Clinic's Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare by supporting Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center in revolutionizing the delivery of cancer care. Mayo Clinic is leading…
(2024-09-12). Latest 'omics' technology studies the environment's influence on drug response. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pharmacoexposomics is an emerging field of research focused on understanding how environmental exposures influence a person's response to medication. This new "omics" technology lies at the intersection of pharmacology, exposure science and personalized medicine. Pharmacology is the study of drugs and their effects, while exposomics is the study of the exposures and other variable factors a person encounters over a lifetime, including chemical exposures, pollutants, diet and lifestyle. The combination of the two disciplines—pharmacoexposomics—explores external…
(2024-09-12). Khankari Sir — The CA, who mastered the Malegaonians in Accounts, no more. ummid.com Khankari Sir, the Chartered Accountant, who mastered the business community of Malegaon in Accounts, and taught Accountancy and Book Keeping to almost every student of Commerce till 2017, died in Pune on Friday September 06, 2024 at the age of 84.
(2024-09-12). DME MP NEET UG 2024 Round 2 Counselling Schedule Published. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh has published on its official website dme.mponline.gov.in NEET UG 2024 Round 2 Counselling Date and Schedule which will be conducted for admission in medical courses MBBS and BDS for the academic year 2024-25.
(2024-09-12). Drop in oil revenue eats into Saudi GDP growth. ummid.com Saudi Arabia Sunday announced a 0.3 per cent year-on-year decline in real gross domestic product (GDP) for the second quarter of 2024, mainly due to an 8.9-per cent year-on-year drop in oil revenue during the period.
(2024-09-12). Haj application form 2025 last date extended. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has extended the last date of application for Hajj 2025.
(2024-09-12). iPhone 16, AirPods Ultra 3 and…: Apple Glowtime moments away. ummid.com Tech giant Apple is all geared up for its annual launch event today i.e. Monday September 09, 2024 which is themed this year as "It's Glowtime".
(2024-09-12). Pope Francis' Asia Pacific Tour 2024. ummid.com Pope Francis arrived in Muslim-majority Indonesia on Tuesday, kicking off a four-nation tour of the Asia-Pacific, the longest and farthest of the 87-year-old's papacy.
(2024-09-12). Stone Park, Digital Tree Plantation Drive — Makkah Civic Body Sets Example. ummid.com The Holy Makkah Municipality in two novel moves to contribute to climate goals have announced Digital Tree Plantation Initiative and establishment of Stone Park in its periphery.
(2024-09-12). UP NEET UG 2024 Round 2 Registration Starts, Apply Before Sept 13. ummid.com The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training Uttar Pradesh (DGME UP) has started the UP NEET UG 2024 Second Round Counselling for the year 2024-25 (NEET UG 2024 Counselling Round 2 Date and Time) through its official website upneet.gov.in.
(2024-09-12). Asad Owaisi confirms 5 AIMIM candidates for 2024 Maharashtra Polls. ummid.com Asaduddin Owaisi, National President of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), Monday announced the names of five candidates to contest the 2024 Assembly Elections in Maharashtra on the party symbol.
(2024-09-12). Asteroid 99942 Apophis nicknamed 'God of Chaos' dashes towards Earth. ummid.com Asteroid 99942 Apophis, nicknamed 'God of Chaos' and billed as one the most dangerous near Earth objects, is fast hurtling towards our planet, and space agencies are keeping a close watch.
(2024-09-12). Dubai Ruler's daughter launches perfume 'Divorce' after dumping husband. ummid.com The daughter of Dubai Ruler, Princess Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum, who hit the headlines for her public divorce announcement earlier this year, has now launched her latest venture — a new fragrance named "Divorce".
(2024-09-12). iPhone 16 Powered by Apple Intelligence Unpacked — What's New. ummid.com Leading smartphone brand Apple on Monday September 09, 2024 unpacked iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max that will be powered by Apple Intelligence.
(2024-09-12). Maharashtra BAMS, BUMS, BHMS 2024 Choice Filling Starts. ummid.com Maharashtra CET has started from today i.e. Tuesday September 10, 2024 through its official website medical2024.mahacet.org NEET UG 2024 Choice Filling (Online Prefernce Form Filling) for Admission in First Year AYUSH and Allied Courses (BAMS, BUMS and BHMS – Group B) for the year 2024-25.
(2024-09-12). Bengaluru hosts workshop on Islamic Psychotherapy for health professionals. ummid.com Muslim health professionals in India's Bengaluru in the last week had a thrilling experience when they were introduced to Traditional Islamically Integrated Psychotherapy (TIIP) by renowned Islamic psychologist Yaqeen Sikander.
(2024-09-12). Bihar board 10th exam 2025 registration begins. ummid.com The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has started online registration for the Bihar Board Class 10 exam 2025 through its official website secondary.biharboardonline.com.
(2024-09-12). CBSE 10th, 12th LOC 2025: Last date of submission Oct 4. ummid.com In a reminder published Tuesday September 10, 2024, the Central Board of Education (CBSE) has asked all the registered schools and junior colleges to submit in time the List of Candidates (LOC) who have registered for Class X and Class XII board exams 2025.
(2024-09-12). Indian Air Force officer lodges rape case against senior. ummid.com A woman flying officer in the Indian Air Force (IAF) has filed a police complaint against a senior Wing Commander accusing him of rape.
(2024-09-12). Maha TET 2024 application starts on mahatet.in; Last date Sept 30. ummid.com Maharashtra Rajya Parkisha Parishad has started through the official website of Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test mahatet.in Online Registration of the candidates who wish to appear for MAHA TET 2024.
(2024-09-12). State of Palestine further close to full UN membership. ummid.com The State of Palestine Tuesday September 10, 2024 got one more step closer to the full membership of the United Nations when it was accorded a new seat in the UN General Assembly.
(2024-09-12). Last words of Salvador Allende. cpusa.org 
Surely, this will be the last opportunity for me to address you. The Air Force has bombed the antennas of Radio Magallanes. My words do not have bitterness but disappointment. May they be a moral punishment for those who have betrayed their oath: soldiers of Chile, titular commanders in chief, Admiral Merino, who has designated himself Commander of the Navy, and Mr. Mendoza, the despicable general who only yesterday pledged his fidelity and loyalty to the Government, and who also has appointed himself Chief of the Carabineros [paramilitary police]. Given these facts, the only thing left for me is to say to wor…
(2024-09-12). Colombia's congress misses 2025 budget deadline. colombiareports.com Colombia's Congress failed to vote on the government's 2025 budget and won't reconvene until after the September 15 deadline imposed by the law. House Representative Jose Eliecer Salazar, who presides…
(2024-09-12). Colombia warns OAS about alleged plans to overthrow Petro. colombiareports.com Colombia's ambassador to the Organization of American States (OAS) warned his colleagues of "systematic actions aimed at overthrowing President Gustavo Petro." According to ambassador Luis Ernesto Vargas, political opponents of…
(2024-09-12). 'BBC, Bias and Gaza: A Partial Study of Impartiality'. bylinetimes.com 
(2024-09-12). 'Time to Think Outside the Box, Keir Starmer: Open a Cross-Channel Safe Route for Asylum Seekers'. bylinetimes.com
(2024-09-12). 'When Peaceful Protesters Face Harsher Sentences Than Violent Racists, Something has to Give'. bylinetimes.com We are now in a position where peaceful and non-violent protesters are receiving harsher sentences than those engaged in racist, violent disorder. | In July, five Just Stop Oil protesters were handed sentences of up to five years – the longest in British legal history for peaceful protest – for conspiracy to block the M25. | In contrast, less than a month later, when racist, anti-immigrant and Islamophobic violence erupted across the country, rioters received an average sentence of two years. While these rioters were not convicted under protest legislation, the far harsher sentencing for peaceful protesters s…
(2024-09-12). 'You all matter to me': Parker hears from both sides of Sixers arena debate during packed meeting. whyy.org 
Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! For more than two hours Wednesday, Mayor Cherelle Parker presided over a community meeting packed with opponents and supporters of the 76ers' proposal to build a new arena in Center City. | She listened to residents and business owners who fear the development will destroy nearby Chinatown, and union leaders and Black clergy who view the project as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Philadelphia.
(2024-09-12). My intention is not to resemble them in my clothing or hairstyle! salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Brief Commentary — By Imam Muhammad Ibn Salih Al-Uthaymin — On The Hadith: "Whoever resembles a people is from them". The Shaikh: Among the (extracted) benefits from the narration of Ibn Umar is encouragement to resemble the righteous based on the statement of …
(2024-09-12). The act of pardoning is virtuous, but sometimes it requires careful consideration in certain situations. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Abdullah Bin Amr Ibn Al-Aas, may Allah be pleased with him and his father, said: The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said: "Be merciful to others and you will receive mercy. Forgive others and Allah will forgive you. Woe …
(2024-09-12). Ammar Ali Jan (People's Rights Party, HKP): 'You have to embed yourself in the movement of history'. links.org.au 
Ammar Ali Jan discusses the challenges of building a new workers' party in Pakistan — and the HKP's recent victories for Lahore's most vulnerable workers.
(2024-09-12). Japan: The situation of female prisoners. fidh.org
(2024-09-12). Couple convicted of exploiting Pacific migrants have convictions thrown out. asiapacificreport.nz By Anusha Bradley, RNZ investigative reporter A Hamilton couple convicted of exploiting Pacific migrants have had their convictions quashed after the New Zealand's Court of Appeal ruled there had been a miscarriage of justice. Anthony Swarbrick and Christina Kewa-Swarbrick were found guilty on nine representative charges of aiding and abetting, completion of a visa application…
(2024-09-12). PNG's Marape remains PM after no confidence vote against him fails. asiapacificreport.nz By Scott Waide, RNZ Pacific PNG correspondent Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape has successfully thwarted a vote of no confidence after 75 MPs backed him and 32 voted for the opposition. But the session was not without drama. Just after 10am, after the opposition leader moved a motion for a vote of no…
(2024-09-12). Mexico: Government receives joint communication from UN independent experts. fidh.org
(2024-09-12). Venezuela: United Nations Rights Council should renew experts' mandate. fidh.org
(2024-09-12). Kentucky community on edge with highway shooter on the loose. america.cgtn.com 
Joseph Couch is accused of shooting five people on a rural highway in Kentucky last weekend. The search for the 32-year-old continues while the local community remains vigilant and uneasy. | CGTN's Dan Williams spoke with locals from London, Kentucky on Wednesday, Sept 11.
(2024-09-12). President Ramaphosa to honour the memory of struggle stalwarts. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to honour the memory of struggle stalwarts | President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to receive the human remains of liberation stalwarts who perished in exile while fighting for the liberation and freedom of South Africa.
"The repatriation headed by the Inter-Departmental Team is for the returning of the struggle stalwarts who died in Zambia and Zimbabwe and is scheduled to commence in Tshwane at the end of Heritage Month on 28 September 2024," Presidential Spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya said.
The welcoming ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Waterkloof Airforce base follo…
(2024-09-12). NicaNotes: Hundreds of Legal Experts Push Biden to Drop 'Punitive and Deadly' Sanctions. afgj.org 
By Brett Wilkins (Brett Wilkins is a staff writer for Common Dreams. This article was first published by Common Dreams on Aug 12, 2024.) As human rights defenders on August 12th marked the 75th anniversary of the Fourth Geneva Convention and its prohibition of collective punishment, hundreds of legal experts and groups urged the global…
(2024-09-12). Two to appear in court over abalone possession. sanews.gov.za Two to appear in court over abalone possession | Two suspects arrested in possession of abalone worth more than R2 million are expected to appear in the Worcester Magistrates' Court today.
In a statement on Wednesday, Western Cape police arrested two suspects who were caught with the abalone on the N1 near Worcester.
The two were arrested in separate incidents before the highly valued shellfish could reach its intended destination.
"In the first incident, members attached to K9 Breederiver, Provincial Crime Intelligence, Kuilsrivier STESU [Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit] in conjuncti…
(2024-09-12). Hurricane Risk to Offshore Wind (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences study still relevant). wattsupwiththat.com But such would increase cost, reduce output, and/or limit offshore wind below politically desired levels. All aggravate the already bad economics and poor prospects of offshore wind in the U.S.
(2024-09-12). Year 2024 Contiguous U.S. Maximum Summer Temperatures Fail to Reach Levels Achieved 90 Years Ago in the Dust Bowl Era Despite Climate Alarmists Record High Election Year Hype. wattsupwiththat.com As usual the media climate alarmist hype is erroneous and unsupported by measured data. | In fact, such highly relevant data is concealed, ignored and completely misrepresented to serve purely political climate alarmist purposes — with heightened deceit in this election year.
(2024-09-12). September Snowmageddon… Winter Outbreak In Alps Later This Week…Up To 3 Meters Of Snow! wattsupwiththat.com "Snow this low in the mountains this time of the year is rather unusual. Snow down to 1000-1500 meters happens occasionally. But at 700 meters, it's more of an exception," says Jung.
(2024-09-12). Uganda: Crackdown on activists protesting against large-scale oil projects. fidh.org
(2024-09-12). Kyrgyzstan: Overturn decision to liquidate Kloop Media. fidh.org
(2024-09-12). 1843-1844: Marx's Feuerbachian phase. links.org.au 
Jason Devine — If Marx did not break with idealism thanks to Feuerbach, then the following questions arise: did Feuerbach actually influence Marx, and, if so, how?
(2024-09-12). Delaware kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with two festivals of flavor, traditions, music and Latino Pride. whyy.org
(2024-09-12). Afghanistan: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org On 10 September 2024, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delivered an oral statement during the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan. The statement, prepared with FIDH's member organisation Armanshahr/OPEN ASIA, calls on the UN Human Rights Council to escalate its response to the situation in the country and to establish a new independent international accountability mechanism. Read the oral statement below.
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(2024-09-12). 9/11 Ceremony in Fayette Firefighters Park to Honor All Those Who Perished. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY- Wednesday, September 11, 2024, is the 23rd anniversary of a day that forever changed our nation. Thousands of innocent lives were lost, including many first responders. The City of Syracuse will hold a ceremony in Fayette Firefighters Park to honor all those who perished. Please join Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh, Onondaga County Executive J. Ryan McMahon, Syracuse Fire Chief Michael Monds, Syracuse Police Chief Joseph Cecile, and uniformed members of the Syracuse Fire and Police departments for this solemn event. The ceremony will begin promptly at 8: 30 a.m. with opening remarks. Chiefs Monds and Cecile…
(2024-09-12). "The Hall Monitor" This is What Gentrification Looks like. urbancny.com 
View looking South towards campus South Crouse Ave. Once an African American Neighborhood , THIS was the 15th Ward As we view the rapid construction of housing it has become clear that the focus of developers has been in the high-end apartment sector. Large apartment complexes, some complete with dog washing stations, inward facing outdoor patio space and unmatched luxury. These communities-in-a-box foretold a dramatic shift in the rental market. In the past students would find a 3-bedroom flat and divide the rent equally. This made off campus housing relatively cheap. Spitting $1,200 per month 3 ways with one le…
(2024-09-12). Programme Officer in The Hague – Fixed term part-time (50 %) contract for 5 months. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) composed of 188 national human rights organisations from 116 countries. FIDH is a nonpartisan, non-sectarian, apolitical, and not for profit organisation. Since 1922, FIDH has been defending all human rights — civil, political, economic, social, and cultural — as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. FIDH's International Secretariat is composed of around 70 employees, (…) | – |
(2024-09-12). Philadelphia nurse and patient advocate to testify before the U.S. Department of Labor on fighting insurance denials. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Why is it so hard for patients to fight Over the last 38 years of working as an ICU nurse, a traveling con…
(2024-09-12). MC USA seeks to lift structural burden. anabaptistworld.org Agreeing that national church structures need improvement, the Mennonite Church USA Executive Board is forming a working group for organizational change.
(2024-09-12). Unlocking the full potential of the European Union Charter of fundamental rights. fidh.org
(2024-09-12). Australia Has Lost Its Moral Compass. themedialine.org 
(2024-09-12). Advocates praise action to resume Pennsylvania's Office of Gun Violence Prevention. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro put pen to paper Tuesday and signed an Executive Order to resume the state's Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP). The office is part of the Commonwealth's Commission on Crime and Delinquency, which builds on the progress made in the 2024-2025 bipartisan budget that will allocate $56.5 million towards gun violence prevention. | "I've spoken to too many Pennsylvanians who've lost loved ones to gun violence — that's why today, my Admini…
(2024-09-12). Americans brace for first interest rate cut since March 2022. america.cgtn.com 
Americans are preparing for a potential interest rate cut when the Federal Reserve convenes in September, signaling a possible shift in the central bank's monetary strategy. CGTN's Kate Fisher reports from Washington, D.C.
(2024-09-12). Americans unite in service to honor 9/11 victims. america.cgtn.com 
Sept. 11, 2024 marked the 23rd anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks that claimed the lives of over 3,000 people. On this day, millions of Americans honor the victims by holding an annual National Day of Service through various community service initiatives across the country. CGTN's Hendrik Sybrandy reports from Denver, Colorado.
(2024-09-12). Argentina battles soaring inflation as economic struggles persist. america.cgtn.com 
Argentina released its latest inflation figures on Wednesday, Sept. 11, revealing a price increase of more than four percent in the month of August. The country's annual inflation rate now exceeds 235 percent. Despite a slight slowdown in inflation, economic activity remains stagnant as Latin America's third-largest economy continues to grapple with the highest inflation rate in the world. CGTN's Joel Richards reports.
(2024-09-12). Former Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori's life and legacy. america.cgtn.com 
Alberto Fujimori, former president of Peru, has died at the age of 86 after a long battle with cancer. Fujimori, who led Peru throughout the 1990s, was convicted and sentenced in 2009 to a lengthy prison term for human rights violations and corruption. A polarizing figure in Peruvian politics, he was granted a controversial pardon on health grounds in 2017, a move that divided the nation. CGTN's Dan Collyns reflects on his life and legacy.
(2024-09-12). Tech billionaire becomes first private spacewalker. america.cgtn.com 
It was less a giant step for mankind than a brief look at Earth from orbit. But a tech billionaire has nevertheless made history as the first private passenger to conduct a spacewalk. CGTN's Owen Fairclough has the latest.
(2024-09-12). Climate Fixers: The PA Flax Project wants to use a 'climate-positive' plant to transform the fashion industry. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Flax is not just a plant that produces seeds rich in omega-3. It's also used to make linseed oil, a natural wood preserver, and the natural fiber linen. | "Flax has a really deep history in the state of Pennsylvania," said Heidi Barr, founder and CEO of the…
(2024-09-12). USS Theodore Roosevelt Leaves Middle East After Extended Deployment. themedialine.org 
(2024-09-12). SATIRE: Dawn Unveils New Small Silver Bell For Summoning Butler To Deal With Dishes. theonion.com CINCINNATI—Saying the new product offered its customers a way to clean up after-dinner messes with 100% less scrubbing, the dishwashing brand Dawn announced Thursday it would begin selling a small silver bell for summoning a butler to deal with the dishes. "Finally, a powerful dish bell that's tough on grease but gentle on your ears," …
(2024-09-12). SATIRE: Most Shocking Takeaways From HBO's New 'Sopranos' Documentary. theonion.com In celebration of the series's 25th anniversary, HBO has released Wise Guy: David Chase And The Sopranos, a new two-part documentary about the making of the series featuring interviews with the creator, cast, and crew. The Onion shares the most shocking takeaways from the documentary.
(2024-09-12). SATIRE: Our Devices: They're Listening, Sure, But Do They Really Get Us? theonion.com
(2024-09-12). Iran Speaks to Oppressors with Language of Power, Says IRGC Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said the Islamic Republic of Iran is a strong country that will pursue and punish all enemies.
(2024-09-12). Iran Suggests Anti-Sanction BRICS Coalition. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council proposed establishing a coalition of BRICS members to counter sanctions and ensure security in various fields on the basis of multilateralism and new order in cooperation with the Global South.
(2024-09-12). Pezeshkian Holds High-Profile Talks in Iraqi Kurdistan Region. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian paid an official visit to the Kurdistan Region of Iraq on Thursday and held talks with the autonomous region's top officials.
(2024-09-12). Iran's Non-Oil Exports to Iraq Increase 71-Fold in 18 Years. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Trade Promotion Commission of Iran's House of Industry, Mine and Trade said the country's export of goods to Iraq has risen from $145 million in 2004 to $10.238 billion in 2022, showing a 71-fold growth.
(2024-09-12). Muslim Unity to Ward Off Enemies: Iranian President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Should Islamic nations close ranks, the adversaries won't dare to harm Muslims, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said.
(2024-09-12). Officials Discuss Iran-Saudi Military Cooperation. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Senior military officials from Iran and Saudi Arabia weighed plans to promote military cooperation between the two countries.
(2024-09-12). Putin Lauds Role of Ayatollah Khamenei in Expansion of Iran-Russia Ties. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Russian President Vladimir Putin appreciated the significance of efforts by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei at the promotion of relations between Moscow and Tehran.
(2024-09-12). Notice Of Meetings Under The Open Meetings Law For The Justice Center Oversight Committee. urbancny.com 
September 11, 2024 Justice Center Oversight Committee meeting at Beauchamp Library The September 11, 2024 meeting of the Onondaga County/Syracuse Justice Center Oversight Committee will be held at Beauchamp Branch Library on 2111 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The meeting begins at 5: 30. This notice is given to comply with the Open Meetings Law. DATED: September 9, 2024 M. Murphy (signed electronically) Montanette Murphy Onondaga County Office of Diversity & Inclusion…
(2024-09-12). RFP #24-3510-002 County Of Onondaga — Lakefront Consulting Services for Town of Lysander. urbancny.com 
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(2024-09-12). Germany-Central Asia Summit Should Promote Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Chancellor Olaf Scholz (C) and Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock receive the heads of state for the Central Asia Summit at the Chancellery in the International Hall, Berlin, September 29, 2023. | © 2023 Kay Nietfeld/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images…
(2024-09-12). Philippines Worst in Asia for Killings of Environmental Defenders. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Climate activists hold up portraits of slain Philippine environmental defenders during the Global Day of Action for Climate Justice protest in Quezon City, Philippines, November 6, 2021. | © 2021 Ezra Acayan/Getty Images…
(2024-09-12). Vietnam: Drop Charges, Release Democracy Campaigner. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Phan Van Bach carries a sign supporting political prisoner Tran Huynh Duy Thuc. | © 2018 Private | (Bangkok) — The Vietnamese authorities should immediately drop all charges and release the democracy campaigner Phan Van Bach, Human Rights Watch said today. , , Hanoi police arrested Phan Van Bach, 49, on December 29, 2023, for his posts on Facebook, and charged him under article 117 of the penal code, which prohibits distributing "anti-state propaganda." A court is scheduled to hear his case on September 16, 2024. If convicted, Phan Van Bach faces up to 12 years in prison."Pha…
(2024-09-12). Winding Path to Justice for Australian War Crimes. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A soldier searches a house in a village in Baluchi pass in Uruzgan province, November 1, 2004. | © 2004 Reuters | Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles announced this week that he has stripped distinguished service medals from some military commanders who served in senior roles in Afghanistan. The move was described as a "final step" in enacting recommendations from the 2020 Independent Afghanistan Inquiry, known as the Brereton Report, which found credible information of war crimes, including the unlawful killing of 39 people by Australian special forces in Afghanistan from 2…
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). Trump anuncia que no sostendrá otro debate electoral con Kamala Harris. cubadebate.cu El expresidente Donald Trump asegura que no participará en otro debate electoral contra su rival, la vicepresidenta Kamala Harris. " °No habrá tercer debate!", escribió en Truth Social, después de acudir a un debate contra el presidente Joe Biden en junio y contra Harris a principios de esta semana.
(2024-09-12). Bon Jovi impide que una mujer salte de un puente en Nashville. cubadebate.cu El músico estadounidense Jon Bon Jovi se ganó los aplausos esta semana, no por una nueva canción, sino por haber ayudado a una mujer que se encontraba al borde de un puente, fuera de la barandilla, en Nashville, en el sur de Estados Unidos. Jovi ayudó a persuadirla para que saliera de la cornisa sobre el río Cumberland para ponerse a salvo.
(2024-09-12). Triunfo de AMLO: Reforma judicial de México obtiene apoyo de 18 Congresos y ya puede ser promulgada. cubadebate.cu La reforma judicial que impulsó el presidente de México, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, alcanzó en tiempo récord el respaldo de los 17 Congresos estatales que requería para ser promulgada. De ese modo, a partir del próximo año, los jueces, magistrados y miembros de la Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación (SCJN) serán elegidos por voto popular.
(2024-09-12). Iroel y su guerra de guerrillas. cubadebate.cu Preparando el guion para La Pupila Asombrada que sale al aire hoy, jueves 12 de septiembre en que Iroel cumple 60 años fue que entendí en toda su dimensión —o en buena medida- la colosal batalla cultural que se trazó y que fue realizando aunando fuerzas, lanzándose de cabeza contra los muros, sin medir consecuencias personales, al todo o nada por el fin único que tuvo (que como Fidelista absoluto cumplió religiosamente): EL PUEBLO.
(2024-09-12). 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".
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). Presidente Maduro alerta sobre violencia de la extrema derecha. telesurtv.net El mandatario le expresó al pueblo venezolano que es necesario cuidar la paz.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). López Obrador asegura que continuará investigación del caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El presidente destacó que "bajo ninguna circunstancia se va a cerrar el caso".
(2024-09-12). 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".
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). El protagonismo de Cuba en la cooperación Sur-Sur. radiohc.cu Ante los serios desafíos que enfrentan los países en vías de desarrollo, gana en importancia la cooperación Sur-Sur, una oportunidad para avanzar en el logro de la Agenda 2030 para el Desarrollo Sostenible, que busca entre otros objetivos, acabar con el hambre, la pobreza y contrarrestar el cambio climático.
(2024-09-12). Béisbol cubano anuncia ruta crítica para finalizar el año. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) Las competencias internacionales que le restan al béisbol cubano en el año, fueron anunciadas este miércoles en conferencia de prensa en el salón Adolfo Luque del capitalino estadio Latinoamericano.
(2024-09-12). Anuncian preselección cubana para torneo beisbolero Premier 12. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) La Federación Cubana de Béisbol y Sóftbol dio a conocer este miércoles la preselección de 60 peloteros que comenzará su preparación rumbo a la tercera edición del Torneo Premier 12.
(2024-09-12). Emotivo inicio de curso escolar en sistema deportivo cubano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) Con gran emoción dio inicio el curso escolar 2024-2025 en el sistema deportivo cubano, en el que todavía se celebra el destacado desempeño de su delegación en los Juegos Paralímpicos de París 2024.
(2024-09-12). Arte contemporáneo de Cuba llega a Tampa. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) Catorce artistas de las artes plásticas contemporáneas de Cuba formarán parte de una exposición colectiva que se inaugurará en la ciudad estadounidense de Tampa el próximo 17 de septiembre, según informaron hoy sus organizadores.
(2024-09-12). Cumbre del Futuro: el ambicioso plan de ONU para gobernanza global. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) La venidera Cumbre del Futuro presenta hoy una ambiciosa plataforma de discusiones para la gobernanza global en la que Naciones Unidas retoma su rol vital para enrumbar el planeta.
(2024-09-12). Esta semana estaremos Cuadrando la Caja de las fuentes renovables de energía y su impacto económico. cubadebate.cu øCuánto cuesta la independencia energética? øPuede la economía cubana aliviar su gasto en combustibles fósiles a través de la inversión en fuentes renovables de energía? Estos y otros temas serán analizados el próximo domingo en Cuadrando la Caja.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). Frente universitario realiza paro y movilización en Argentina. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) El Frente Sindical de Universidades Nacionales (FSUN) cumplirá hoy su segunda jornada de paro y realizará una movilización frente al Congreso para exigir mejoras salariales y denunciar las políticas del Gobierno argentino.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). Encabezó Díaz-Canel pleno del PCC en Granma. cubadebate.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CC-PCC) y presidente de la República, encabezó este jueves un Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Provincial de la organización política en Granma. Evaluar el trabajo en función de corregir distorsiones y reimpulsar la economía fue uno de los objetivos de la cita.
(2024-09-12). Lamentan en Cuba deceso de general de brigada Juan Israel Cervantes. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) El Ministerio de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Cuba lamentó el deceso del general de brigada Juan Israel Cervantes y trasladó sentidas condolencias a sus familiares y amigos.
(2024-09-12). Homenaje a los hermanos Saíz desde la música de Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Asociación Hermanos Saíz estrena el videoclip "A mis hermanos", de la autoría e interpretación del joven trovador Amaury del Río, como parte de la jornada por el aniversario 38 de la AHS. La canción rinde homenaje a Luis y Sergio Saíz Montes de Oca y a la creación artística y literaria de vanguardia de los jóvenes de Cuba.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). Preside Díaz-Canel análisis partidista en Granma. radiohc.cu Manzanillo, 12 sep (RHC) El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CC-PCC) y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, encabeza hoy, en esta ciudad, el Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Provincial de la organización política en Granma.
(2024-09-12). Cuba abre con doble triunfo en Olimpiada de Ajedrez. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) Los elencos cubanos cumplieron los pronósticos y vencieron en el comienzo de la Olimpiada de Ajedrez Budapest 2024, las mujeres, perfectas con 4-0 ante Sudán, y los hombres, 3,5-0,5 frente a Sri Lanka.
(2024-09-12). Realizan en La Habana pruebas de talentos a jóvenes beisbolistas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) Más de 30 peloteros capitalinos de varias categorías, convocados por la Federación Cubana de Béisbol y Sóftbol (FCBS), se presentaron este miércoles a las pruebas de talentos en el habanero estadio Latinoamericano.
(2024-09-12). Canciller de Cuba presentará informe sobre impacto de bloqueo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez, presentará hoy a los medios de prensa nacionales y extranjeros acreditados en La Habana el informe más actualizado sobre los efectos del bloqueo de Estados Unidos contra Cuba.
(2024-09-12). Rememoran en Hanoi primera visita de Fidel Castro a Vietnam. radiohc.cu La Habana, 12 sep (RHC) La primera y trascendental visita a Vietnam del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro, iniciada un día como hoy hace 51 años fue rememorada en Hanoi por integrantes de la misión estatal de la isla.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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.
(2024-09-12). 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).
(2024-09-12). Cuba asistió al X Foro Internacional de Culturas Unidas de San Petersburgo. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Cultura de Cuba, Alpidio Alonso Grau, participó este jueves en el X Foro Internacional de Culturas Unidas de San Petersburgo, donde intervino Vladimir Putin, presidente de la Federación Rusa, en la sesión Plenaria desarrollada en el Museo Estatal Hermitage.
(2024-09-11). Australia Commits to Protecting Children's Privacy Online. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Two young girls are playing with their cameras in a garden, Osterode, Germany, January 8, 2016. | © 2016 Frank May/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Photo | Today, the Australian government committed to developing the country's first data protection law for children. The decision, which rights organizations including Human Rights Watch, Australian academics, and many Australians have long called for, comes as part of a package of reforms to Australia's privacy law. These reforms include creating the right to sue for serious invasions of privacy and the criminalization of doxing, or the malic…