(2024-09-20). Palestinian Resistance Denounces Dahiyeh Aggression, Voices Full Solidarity with Hezbollah. english.almanar.com.lb Palestinian resistance groups denounced the Israeli aggression on Beirut's southern suburb (Dahiyeh) on Friday, voicing full support to Hezbollah Lebanese resistance movement. Hamas condemned the Israeli attack as brutal and terrorist aggression which targeted a densely populated residential area, leading to casualties including children and civilians. "The Israeli aggression is a new crime in a …
(2024-09-20). Israeli air raid kills 12 in Southern Lebanon. plenglish.com Beirut, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) An Israeli air raid against a Beirut residential building, located in the southern capital neighborhood of Al-Qaim on Friday, has killed 12 and wounded 66 so far, the Ministry of Health informed.
(2024-09-20). Israeli strike on Beirut suburb targets Hezbollah's Ibrahim Aqil. newarab.com 
An Israeli air strike on a A missile struck an apartment block in a Aqil is the head of Hezbo…
(2024-09-20). What we know so far about Israel's air strikes on Beirut suburbs. newarab.com 
The Israeli military said the "targeted strike" on south Beirut killed Ibrahim Aqil head of the elite Radwan unit and ten…
(2024-09-20). Is Israel Preparing for a Ground Invasion of Southern Lebanon Amid New Attacks? truthout.org Right after we broadcast, Israel carried out "targeted strikes" in Beirut as it appears to be preparing for a ground invasion of southern Lebanon as an expansion of its war on Gaza. Following deadly Israeli attacks that blew up walkie-talkies and pagers across Lebanon this week, killing at least 37 people and wounding around 3,000, Israeli officials have pledged to ramp up their campaign… |
(2024-09-20). Lebanese Ministry of Health: Number of martyrs rises to 10 with dozens injured due to Israeli aggression on Beirut's Dahiyeh. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Israeli airstrikes target Beirut; several children among fatalities. presstv.ir The Israeli military carries out an airstrike against the Lebanese capital Beirut, killing five children.
(2024-09-20). Israel kills Hezbollah leader Ibrahim Aqil and 11 others in Beirut strike. middleeasteye.net 
Israel kills Hezbollah leader Ibrahim Aqil and 11 others in Beirut strike | Lebanese security source says top commander was killed during meeting between members of Radwan force and Abbas Brigades | | People inspect the site of an Israeli strike in a southern suburb of Beirut, Le…
(2024-09-20). Israel targets senior Hezbollah leader in Beirut air strike. middleeasteye.net 
Israel targets senior Hezbollah leader in Beirut air strike | Lebanon's health ministry says at least three people killed in attack | | An Israeli air strike killed at least three people in Beirut's southern suburbs on Friday in what appears to be an attempt to target a senior Hezbollah leader.
(2024-09-20). "Declaration of War": Hezbollah Girds for Israeli Invasion of Lebanon After Mobile Device Attacks. democracynow.org 
Right after we broadcast, Israel carried out "targeted strikes" in Beirut as it appears to be preparing for a ground invasion of southern Lebanon as an expansion of its war on Gaza. | Following deadly Israeli attacks that blew up walkie-talkies and pagers across Lebanon this week, killing at least 37 people and wounding around 3,000, Israeli officials have pledged to ramp up their campaign against Hezbollah. Hezbollah characterized the devastating pager explosions as a "declaration of war." In Beirut, we hear from journalist Rania Abouzeid about the aftereffects of the attack and the prosp…
(2024-09-20). Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalates, stoking fears of regional war. independent.co.ug 
JERUSALEM/BEIRUT | Xinhua | The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah sharply escalated on Thursday, with both sides exchanging deadly attacks and vowing further retaliation, heightening fears of a wider regional war. In a televised speech, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah condemned recent explosions targeting communication devices across Lebanon, calling them "an act of war" and squarely …
(2024-09-20). Israeli army assassinates top Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Aqil in Beirut strike. haaretz.com Aqil, Hezbollah's head of operations, is part of the group's top leadership. The Lebanese Health Ministry said the attack killed 12 people and injured 66. The IDF spokesperson said senior commanders of Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force were also killed in the strike…
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah confirms senior commander Ibrahim Aqil killed in Beirut strike. haaretz.com IDF says it assassinated Ibrahim Aqil, Hezbollah's head of operations, in Beirut ‚ñ Some 150 rockets fired into northern Israel, most fall in open areas, causing fires ‚ñ IDF: Israeli soldier severely wounded in southern Gaza combat ‚ñ Lebanese Health Ministry: 9 dead and 59 wounded in Israeli strike on Beirut ‚ñ Two Israeli soldiers killed by Hezbollah fire near Israel-Lebanon border…
(2024-09-20). Israel at war, day 350: Some 200 rockets fired from Lebanon at north Israel, IDF says. haaretz.com Israel says it killed Hezbollah's head of operations in Beirut strike ‚ñ Lebanon's health ministry: Nine people killed, 59 wounded in attack ‚ñ Israel submits official objection to ICC's jurisdiction to issue arrest warrants against Israeli officials ‚ñ Senior U.S. officials don't expect Israel and Hamas to reach a cease-fire deal before Biden's term in office ends, WSJ reports ‚ñ Here's what you need to know 350 days into the war…
(2024-09-20). After Hezbollah's 150-Rocket Attack In 1 Day, Israel Bombs Lebanon Capital, 'Kills Radwan Boss Aqil'. hindustantimes.com Israeli Army carried out multiple airstrikes in the Lebanese capital city on Sep 20. AFP, citing a Hezbollah source, said Ibrahim Aqil, chief of the Elite Radwan unit, was killed in the strike in Beirut. Lebanese media claimed an Israeli F-35 fighter jet carried out the attack with two missiles. Watch for more.
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah Fires 100 Rockets, North Israel In Panic Amid IDF's Beirut Bombing Sparking War Fear. hindustantimes.com The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) has confirmed that Hezbollah has fired 150 rockets from Lebanon at the Mount Meron area in northern Israel. Residents of northern border communities in the Upper Galilee woke up to sirens on Friday after a brief period of calm. While the Home Front Command initially lifted shelter restrictions, the renewed rocket fire has reignited tensions in the region. Watch the video for details.
(2024-09-20). On Cam: USA's Shocked Reaction After Israel Bombs Lebanon's Beirut; 60 Dead, Hurt – 'Didn't Inform…'. hindustantimes.com White House national security spokesperson John Kirby stated that he was "not aware" of Israel providing the U.S. with prior notice regarding the Beirut strike. He added that there is "time and space for a diplomatic solution" amid the rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Watch for more.
(2024-09-20). Iran Considering Legal Action Against Israeli Acts of Terror: Deputy FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry has been weighing up plans for political and legal action against the Israeli regime in response to its most recent terrorist attack in Lebanon, which injured Iran's ambassador to Beirut, a deputy foreign minister said.
(2024-09-20). Iran's Envoy to Resume Mission After Injury in Beirut Pager Blast, Wife Says. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The wife of Iran's ambassador to Lebanon said her husband has undergone a successful operation on his eye after suffering a partial injury following the explosion of pagers in an Israeli terrorist operation in Beirut and will soon return to his mission.
(2024-09-20). Sources Deny Reports about Martyrdom of IRGC Top Commander in Beirut. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Israeli media reports about the martyrdom of a top commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force in the Israeli attack on Beirut neighborhood are false, sources told Tasnim.
(2024-09-20). No IRGC Force in Location Targeted by Israel in Beirut: Sources. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — None of the members of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) were present at the location targeted by Israeli regime, informed sources told Tasnim.
(2024-09-20). What the Media Doesn't Say About Our Monarchy. bylinetimes.com 
Beirut blasts, US elections, and Prince Harry's 40th birthday. This week, we discuss these equally important global stories on the Media Storm Podcast because — like any good British news provider — we believe that when a But wait, some anti-royalist rascals have stormed our newsroom, so it looks like we'll have to hear what they have to say. On a week that saw another Prince Andrew drama released, it's time to fil…
(2024-09-20). Israeli Strike on Beirut Targeting Hezbollah Hits Civilian Infrastructure, Casualties Reported. defenddemocracy.press Sep. 20, 2024 The death toll from the Israeli strike on a southern suburb of Beirut has risen to 12, with 66 others injured, nine of whom are in critical condition, the Lebanese health Ministry said on Friday. "The death toll in the enemy strike on the southern suburbs has risen to twelve, with 66 …
(2024-09-20). US Officials Say There Will Be No Gaza Ceasefire Deal Before Biden's Term Ends. news.antiwar.com Senior US officials have concluded that a Gaza ceasefire deal will likely not be reached before President Biden's term comes to an end on January 20, 2025, The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. For months, Biden administration officials have claimed that a hostage deal between Israel and Hamas was in sight while at the …
(2024-09-20). 'Savage treatment' of Palestinian dead by Israel in West Bank. newarab.com 
An AP journalist in the town of Qabatiya witnessed three soldiers push the bodies off the roofs of adjacent multi-story buildings, sending them falling out of view. It was the latest in a…
(2024-09-20). Tlaib submits names of Palestinian children killed by Israel to Congress. presstv.ir Muslim Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib has submitted the names of Palestinian children killed by the Israeli regime in Gaza into the record of the US Congress.
(2024-09-20). The World Says That Israel's Unlawful Occupation of Palestine Must End. counterpunch.org 
On September 18, 2024, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) passed a resolution that demanded that Israel immediately withdraw from the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) of East Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank. The resolution used strong language, saying that "Israel's continued presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory is unlawful" and that it is "under an obligation" to end its "unlawful presence" in the OPT "as rapidly as possible."
(2024-09-20). Israel's True Objectives in Gaza, and Why It Will Fail. counterpunch.org 
Never in its history of war, and military occupation has Israel been so incapable of developing a coherent plan for its future, and the future of its victims. Even a quick glance at headlines in international media reveals the depth of the Israeli dilemma. While Tel Aviv continues to carry out a genocidal war against
(2024-09-20). Rashida Tlaib slams US bill to ban 'made in Palestine' labelling. newarab.com 
US Congresswoman The Palestinian-American representative urged her fellow lawmakers to vote against the bill, saying that a 'yes' vote would be "erasing the existence of Palestinians". | Tlaib, a member of the Democrat's left-leaning 'The Squad' bloc, has consistently criticised Israeli abuses against Palestinians. | "It seeks to erase Palestin…
(2024-09-20). More information emerges about would-be Trump assassin Ryan Routh. wsws.org Despite a rap sheet a mile long, Routh was able to freely travel to Ukraine, recruit mercenaries for the war effort, return to the US, acquire a high powered rifle and come within 500 yards of the former president.
(2024-09-20). 15 Israeli troopers killed, injured as Hezbollah targets military site. presstv.ir The Hezbollah resistance movement targets an Israeli military site in the northeastern part of the occupied Palestinian territories, leaving casualties among the occupation soldiers.
(2024-09-20). Israel arrests citizen in Iran plot to kill Netanyahu. newarab.com 
Israel's police arrested an Israeli citizen allegedly recruited by "An Israeli citizen was recruited by Iranian intelligence to promote assassinations of Israeli figures. He was smuggled twice into Iran and received payment for carrying out missions," the statement said.
(2024-09-20). The Trump Assassination Body Count. counterpunch.org 
In the end we know little about the latest assassination attempt against presidential candidate and career fraudster Donald J. Trump, who was playing a round at Trump International Golf Club when a member of the Secret Service opened fire on a fence running beside the sixth hole—a dogleg to the right that runs along South Congress Avenue and Summit Boulevard.
(2024-09-20). Yemen's Ansarullah politburo: We strongly condemn the dangerous and criminal Israeli escalation which crosses all the red lines. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Ansarullah politburo: We reiterate that these brutal crimes won't weaken the resolve of the Lebanese people and the Islamic Resistance. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Iranian press review: Iran condemns pager explosions, blames Israel and US for escalation. middleeasteye.net 
Iranian press review: Iran condemns pager explosions, blames Israel and US for escalation | Meanwhile, pressure on Kurdish activists rises on uprising anniversary, officials ban some bakeries from selling bread to Afghans, IRGC media hails Houthi attack on Israel | | A c…
(2024-09-20). Yemen prepared for long war with Israel, says defense minister. presstv.ir The Yemeni defense minister says the country's armed forces are prepared for an extended fighting against Israel.
(2024-09-20). Islamic Resistance fighters bombarded the main base of the missile air defense belonging to the Northern Region Command in Birya Barracks with volleys of Katyusha rockets: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Air and Missile Defense Headquarters at Kela barracks with tens of Katyusha rockets: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Massive explosion at Russian arms depot leaves unanswered questions. wsws.org The explosion marked one of the largest strikes on a Russian arms depot since the start of the war. The arsenal in Toropets, located 300 miles north of Ukraine and 230 miles west of Moscow, reportedly housed long-range missiles and glide bombs.
(2024-09-20). There Is Only One Night Left to Build Fortifications. dissidentvoice.org 
Niniko Morbedadze (Georgia), The Orange Clouds on the Boundary, 2018. Dear Friends, Greetings from the desk of Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research. On 13 September, at a conclave in Washington, DC, US President Joe Biden and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer indicated that it would be acceptable for Ukraine to fire missiles, provided by the …
(2024-09-20). US Now Wants to Shift the Burden of Ukraine Onto Its European Colonies. Allies or "Veiled Enemies"? globalresearch.ca About Ukraine's use of long-range missiles, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg now
(2024-09-20). Putin Aide's Loud Threat Over 'West Allowing Terror Attacks' On Civilians By Ukraine | Russia. hindustantimes.com Russia has accused the West of openly supporting Ukrainian "terrorist" attacks on civilians and pushing Ukraine to strike deep into Russian territory. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova slammed Western nations, calling their actions a "crusade" against emerging global powers. Putin has issued a chilling warning, claiming that lifting restrictions on Ukraine's long-range missile use could escalate tensions with NATO.
(2024-09-20). Protesters in Tel Aviv demand release of Gaza hostages. presstv.ir Families of Israeli captives in Gaza staged a new protest in Tel Aviv, urging a deal with Palestinian resistance groups.
(2024-09-20). Israel Admits Defeat Ahead Of Oct 7 Anniv? Netanyahu Bows Before Sinwar As IDF Fails? | Hamas, Gaza. hindustantimes.com Huge development in Gaza truce discussions amid deadlock in talks for months. Kan reported a new proposal for a potential deal that would see the release of all hostages and Palestinian prisoners and a safe passage for Yahya Sinwar. An Israeli official reportedly confirmed the outline of a new proposal presented by Tel Aviv. Watch for more.
(2024-09-20). What Gazans Really Think of the War, Who They Blame, and What They Want to Happen Next. bylinetimes.com 
One of the most common justifications for Israel's defenders often point to images of some Gazan residents celebrating the October 7 attacks, and to reports that some Israeli hostages were detained in Palestinian homes, or that some hospitals and schools were…
(2024-09-20). Gates proposes using AI to stifle free speech; the UN is aiming to be in control of AI, globally. expose-news.com Bill Gates wants to use artificial intelligence ("AI)" for real-time censorship of vaccine-related "misinformation," sparking a heated debate about free speech rights, mind control and the rewriting of history by the so-called …
(2024-09-20). Palestine meetings at Labour conference BANNED from using the word 'genocide' in publicity. thecanary.co The Palestine solidarity movement will converge on Liverpool for the Labour Party conference to demand the government take action on Israel's genocide. Meanwhile, inside the conference it's emerged that Labour Party officials have banned the use of the words "genocide" and "apartheid" in publicity materials — in relation to Israel's genocide and apartheid. The 19th […] | By
(2024-09-20). The Government Lies Just Keep On Coming: Critics and Peace Activists will be Arrested? "Outspoken against Genocide" will be Criminalized? Philip Giraldi. globalresearch.ca The Framers of the United States Constitution understood several things very clearly from their experience as a colonial vassal state with only limited legislative or self-governing authority under the rule of Britain's King George III. That principle lesson learned, justifying …
(2024-09-20). Israel's Global War of Terror escalates, bringing the world to the brink (again) of World War III. fightbackbetter.com 
Where are the voices in positions of power in the U.S. condemning the genocide in Gaza — or even using…
(2024-09-20). Israel's Global War of Terror escalates, bringing the world to the brink (again) of World War III. fightbackbetter.com Where are the voices in positions of power in the U.S. condemning the genocide in Gaza — or even using…
(2024-09-20). 'Silence is violence' – Pro-Gaza demonstrators in Rotterdam urge end to Israel genocide. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators marched across the streets of Rotterdam.
(2024-09-20). Sept. 19: 'Axis of Resistance' operations against Israeli occupation. presstv.ir Amid the Israeli genocide in Gaza, Palestinian and regional resistance groups continued their operations against the regime on Thursday, September 19.
(2024-09-20). Friday 9/20: East Bay Protests Apple ⚪ Global Call to Action for Apple's Complicity in Genocide. indybay.org 5640 Bay St, Emeryville, CA 94608, United States…
(2024-09-20). Friday 9/27: Santa Cruz Picket: CHEVRON DIVEST from Palestinian Genocide! indybay.org Chevron on the corner of Soquel and Ocean, Santa Cruz…
(2024-09-20). The Small Details. counterpunch.org 
It is the small details that tell the story of Palestine and the genocide. This is what a friend relayed to me last week, as they explained the situation being lived in occupied Palestine, as the people endure the most obvious and well-documented genocide in human history. From afar we read the details and numbers of killed and injured, see
(2024-09-20). Meet the French art collectors enabling the Gaza genocide. electronicintifada.net Lobby group brings military experts on tour of destruction.
(2024-09-20). Halt US support for Israeli war in Lebanon and genocide in Palestine. cpusa.org 
The recent barbaric and dangerous "pager attacks" by Israel against Hezbollah are yet another dangerous escalation of the growing regional conflict. The CPUSA joins our fraternal Parties in the region in condemning these actions and calling for an immediate cessation of the war in Lebanon and the genocide in Palestine. | The Netanyahu government is determined to continue its violent actions to preserve his hold on power and to serve the fanatical Zionist goals of his government. Even Israel's own military leaders express that further escalation of violence with Lebanon would be disastrous for everyone in the r…
(2024-09-20). Nasrallah: Blasts declaration of war, enemy to face tough retribution. presstv.ir Hezbollah Secretary General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah says the Zionist enemy crossed all redlines in its explosions in booby-trapped radios and pagers in Lebanon.
(2024-09-20). Palestinians in Occupied Palestine: Defying Zionism and Imperialism. counterpunch.org 
The United States has had no qualms about casting its lot with the most openly and thoroughly racist regime Israel has ever produced. That fact has been obscured, or intentionally disappeared, in the fog of Israel's war on Gaza. The coalition of far-right Jewish supremacists, homophobes and religious extremists Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu surrounded
(2024-09-20). Hypocrisy: The Conflict of Zionist Hawks and Vultures. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). Israeli soldiers filmed pushing bodies off roof in deadly West Bank assault. aljazeera.com Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs describes the act as a 'crime' that exposes the Israeli military's 'brutality'.
(2024-09-20). Israel kills seven Palestinians in Qabatiya town in West Bank. newarab.com 
The offensive lasted around 10 hours and left 11 wounded from live ammunition, according to the Palestinian news agency, Wafa. | Palestinian Red Crescent teams recovered the body of a man identified as Shadi Sami Zakarneh from a house tha…
(2024-09-20). Empty streets in Jenin during major Israeli raid across West Bank. presstv.ir Israeli forces with heavy machinery roam the streets of Jenin.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 'Heinous crime': Israeli forces throw Palestinians' bodies off building in Jenin. presstv.ir A shocking video has circulated on social media showing Israeli soldiers throwing the bodies of Palestinian men from a building during a raid in the occupied West Bank.
(2024-09-20). Dead bodies desecrated as Israeli forces step up carnage in West Bank. presstv.ir At least seven people have been killed and nearly a dozen others were injured following an hours-long Israeli raid on the occupied West Bank town of Qabatiya south of Jenin.
(2024-09-20). US House passes bill to label products from settlements in occupied West Bank as 'Made in Israel'. middleeasteye.net 
US House passes bill to label products from settlements in occupied West Bank as 'Made in Israel' | Legislation would lock in Trump-era policy, making it harder to boycott goods from Israel while endorsing illegal Israeli settlement activity | | Some Israeli settlers living in the West Bank are…
(2024-09-20). IDF 'investigating' after soldiers filmed throwing Palestinian bodies off West Bank rooftop. haaretz.com A video shows three soldiers pushing a body and throwing it off a roof during a raid in the West Bank city of Qabatiya, near Jenin. IDF: 'Does not conform to the values of the IDF and what is expected of IDF soldiers'…
(2024-09-20). Smotrich could cut off Palestinian banks from Israel: report. newarab.com 
Far-right Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich, who is responsible for the administration of parts of the occupied West Bank, has repeatedly threatened to withhold t…
(2024-09-20). The more definitive the proof of Israeli atrocities, the less they get reported. dissidentvoice.org The coverage of Israeli soldiers pushing three Palestinians off a roof in the West Bank town of Qabatiya — it's unclear whether the men are dead or near-dead — is being barely reported by the western media, even though it was videoed from two different angles and a reporter from the main US news agency …
(2024-09-20). Headlines for September 20, 2024. democracynow.org Hezbollah Leader Says Israel Has Crossed "All Red Lines" as Israel Escalates War with Lebanon, Video Shows Israeli Soldiers Pushing Bodies of Palestinians They Killed Off West Bank Roof, U.N. Panel Accuses Israel of Unprecedented Violations of Children's Rights in War on Palestine, Students Across U.S. Continue to Protest Universities' Complicity in War on Gaza, Trump Says Jewish Voters Will Be to Blame If He Loses November's Election, CNN: North Carolina GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Praised Slavery, Declared Himself a "Black Nazi", Ex-CIA Officer Sentenced to 30 Years for…
(2024-09-20). British man in Israel hoping to make aliyah deported after being arrested at protests. haaretz.com 25-year-old Leo Franks says he was instructed to leave Israel and had his immigration process halted after being arrested at a rally for a hostage release deal and after filming the arrest of a Palestinian minor in the West Bank. 'I'm being deported, and that's really hard emotionally,' he tells Haaretz…
(2024-09-20). British man in Israel hoping to make aliyah deported after being arrested at protest. haaretz.com 25-year-old Leo Franks says he was instructed to leave Israel and had his immigration process halted after being arrested at a rally for a hostage release deal and after filming the arrest of a Palestinian minor in the West Bank. 'I'm being deported, and that's really hard emotionally,' he tells Haaretz…
(2024-09-20). IDF says some 140 rockets fired at northern Israel in three waves after strikes on Hezbollah launchers. haaretz.com Some 150 rockets fired into northern Israel, most fall in open areas, causing fires ‚ñ IDF soldiers filmed pushing three bodies from West Bank rooftop ‚ñ Two Israeli soldiers killed by Hezbollah fire near Israel-Lebanon border ‚ñ Reports in Syria: One person killed, another wounded, in Israeli-attributed strike on car near Damascus airport ‚ñ Hezbollah chief Nasrallah: Pager blasts could be called 'a declaration of war'…
(2024-09-20). Dozens Killed in Gaza, West Bank as Israeli Soldiers Push Bodies from Roof. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Gaza's civil defense said 12 Palestinians have been killed in two Israeli attacks on Gaza City after Israeli bombardment left at least 28 dead across the Gaza Strip on Thursday.
(2024-09-20). Israeli soldier filmed pushing apparently dead Palestinian man off rooftop. thecanary.co Content warning — this article contains embedded video clips that depict graphic settler colonial violence Footage of an Israel raid in the occupied West Bank showed a soldier pushing an apparently dead Palestinian man off a rooftop. AFPTV footage of the operation in the town of Qabatiyah, near Jenin, on Thursday showed an Israeli soldier […] | By
(2024-09-20). Failed Machismo: Israel's Pager Killings in Lebanon. globalresearch.ca With each ludicrously diabolical move, Israel's security and military services are proving that they will broaden the conflict ignited when Hamas breached the country's vaunted security defences on October 7. Notions such as ceasefire and peace are terms of nonsense …
(2024-09-20). Failed Machismo: Israel's Pager Killings. dissidentvoice.org With each ludicrously diabolical move, Israel's security and military services are proving that they will broaden the conflict ignited when Hamas breached the country's vaunted security defences on October 7. Notions such as ceasefire and peace are terms of nonsense and babble before the next grand push towards apocalyptic recognition. The pager killings in Lebanon …
(2024-09-20). US believes Gaza ceasefire deal unlikely in Biden's term: Report. aljazeera.com Wall Street Journal cites multiple US officials saying they are sceptical a ceasefire can be achieved before January.
(2024-09-20). US believes Gaza ceasefire deal unlikely in Biden's term: report. newarab.com 
U.S. officials now believe that a ceasefire deal between Israel and Palestinian group Hamas in Gaza is unlikely before President Joe Biden leaves office in January, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. | The newspaper cited top-level officials in the White House, State Department and Pentagon without naming them. Those bodies did not immediately respond to requests for comment. | "I can tell you that we do not believe that deal is falling apart," Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh told reporters on Thursday before the report was published. | U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said two weeks ago t…
(2024-09-20). Israeli Gaza deal offers ceasefire for Sinwar exile, captives. newarab.com 
A new single-stage deal that would involve a Israel's KAN News said that the proposal includes the release of all Israeli captives in Gaza in one batch…
(2024-09-20). What's behind Netanyahu's sinister 'day after' plan for Gaza. newarab.com 
After the death of six Israeli captives in Gaza, and instead of caving to the mounting internal and external pressure to allow a ceasefire deal with Hamas, Netanyahu presented a Netanyahu was called untethered from reality for setting up this 'newly found' corridor, afte…
(2024-09-20). Hamas 'highly appreciates' Hezbollah support after Nasrallah's speech. presstv.ir Hamas says it "highly appreciates" Hezbollah's support after the Lebanese resistance group's leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah vowed to keep fighting Israel until a ceasefire has been reached in Gaza.
(2024-09-20). Saturday 9/21: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…
(2024-09-20). Red and African Stream Latest Media to Face US Bans Over Alleged Russia Ties. mintpressnews.com 
With accusations of Russian ties and inciting pro-Palestine protests, Red Media and African Stream are the latest targets in the West's crackdown on media critical of Israel.
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah mourns Martyr All the Way to Al-Quds Hussein Ali Mohsen Ghandour (Nidal), born in 1962, from the southern town of Nabatieh Al-Fawka. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah mourns senior Jihadi commander Hajj Ibrahim Akil (Hajj Abdul Qader) who embraced martyrdom all the way to Al-Quds. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah Mourns Senior Jihadi Commander Hajj Ibrahim Akil. english.almanar.com.lb Hezbollah mourned senior Jihadi commander Hajj Ibrahim Akil who embraced martyrdom on Friday all the way to Al-Quds, according to a statement issued by the Lebanese resistance group. "Today, the great Jihadi leader Hajj Ibrahim Akil (Hajj Abdul Qader) has joined the ranks of his fellow great martyr commanders after a blessed life filled with …
(2024-09-20). Israeli media: Hezbollah begins the third wave of shelling towards Meron. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Israeli media: Hezbollah fired a total of 130 rockets at north in the past hour. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance fighters target the headquarters of rocketry and artillery battalion in Yoav Barracks with salvos of Katyusha rockets. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah's Islamic Resistance fighters target an Israeli command HQ belonging to Golan Regiment in Yarden military base with salvos of Katyusha rockets: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Islamic Resistance targets command HQ of the Golan Division 210 at the Nafah base with dozens of Katyusha rockets: Hezbollah statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Hebrew media: Since the start of the war, Hezbollah hasn't covered up casualties, the organization issues an update of casualties within hours. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Islamic Resistance fighters target the newly established headquarters of the 91st Israeli Division at Ayelet HaShahar with a salvo of Katyusha rockets: Hezbollah statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). The pager bombings — everyday tech that kills. aljazeera.com Attacks against Hezbollah with booby-trapped pagers and two-way radios, blamed on Israel, are new in scale, not approach…
(2024-09-20). For Lebanon, war is coming, but not this second. aljazeera.com Hezbollah's leader has defiant words for Israel, but what will happen and when is not clear.
(2024-09-20). Israel and Hezbollah attack each other after pager explosions. aljazeera.com Israeli military jets bombed sites across southern Lebanon on Thursday.
(2024-09-20). Batteries of Lebanon walkie-talkies 'contained PETN explosive'. newarab.com 
The batteries of the walkie-talkies used by Lebanese armed group Hezbollah that blew up this week were laced with a highly explosive compound known as PETN, a Lebanese source familiar with the device's components told Reuters. | The way the explosive material was integrated into the battery pack made it extremely difficult to detect, the source said. | Hundreds of walkie-talkies used by the group exploded on Wednesday, a day after thousands of Hezbollah's pagers detonated across the group's strongholds in Lebanon. | Pictures of the walkie-talkies that had exploded showed labels reading "ICOM" and "made in Japa…
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah distributed pagers hours before Israeli attack: report. newarab.com 
Lebanon's One member of the Iranian-backed militia received a new pager on Monday that exploded the next day while it was still in its b…
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah 'financier' pleads guilty to evading US sanctions. newarab.com 
A former Lebanese diplomat accused of being a financier for Mohammad Ibrahim Bazzi, 60, who holds Lebanese, British and Belgian citizenship, pleaded guilty in a federal court in New York to conspiracy to conduct unlawful transactions with an international terrorist…
(2024-09-20). Israel captures bodies of Hezbollah fighers near Lebanon border. newarab.com 
Israeli forces have killed and captured the bodies of two The Israeli army released images it claimed were retrieved from a GoPro camera carried by one of the
(2024-09-20). Hunt for origins of Lebanon attack widens to Bulgaria, Norway. newarab.com 
Bulgaria and Norway became new focal points on Thursday of a global hunt for who supplied Hezbollah with the thousands of Security sources said that
(2024-09-20). Japanese company denies making Hezbollah's exploding device. newarab.com 
The Japanese maker of the brand of walkie-talkies linked to "There's no way a bomb could have been integrated into one of our devices during manufacturing. The process is highly automated and fast-paced, so there's no time for such things," Yoshiki Enomoto, a director at ICOM, told Reuters outside the company's headquarters in Osaka, Japan, on…
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah carries out new operations against Israel. presstv.ir Hezbollah said on Thursday that it carried out new operations in support of Palestinian people in Gaza and in response to the regime's strikes on southern Lebanon.
(2024-09-20). Iraqi resistance vows 'ironclad support' for Hezbollah, says ready to send fighters. presstv.ir The Iraqi factions have also indicated readiness to send forces to Lebanon to confront the Israeli regime.
(2024-09-20). 'Declaration of war': Snippets from Hezbollah leader's speech following device blasts. presstv.ir Following mass device explosions in Lebanon orchestrated by the Israeli regime, Hezbollah resistance movement leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah delivered a televised speech on Thursday.
(2024-09-20). Terror Attack on Lebanon Opens New Front in US-Israeli War in Middle East. globalresearch.ca On Tuesday and Wednesday, thousands of mobile communication devices rigged with explosives by Israel detonated throughout Lebanon, killing dozens of people, including members of the Iranian-backed Hezbollah organization, and wounding thousands. | The mass terror bombings by Israel against the people …
(2024-09-20). Latest attacks bring Hezbollah — and Iran — to the brink of war with Israel. haaretz.com Nasrallah and his patrons in Tehran can still decide between a variety of options ‚ñ From Europe to the United States, Israel is already talking about an arms embargo ‚ñ As far as Israeli soldiers are concerned, the die in Lebanon is cast ‚ñ And what can Gideon Sa'ar possibly bring to the Defense Ministry?
(2024-09-20). Israel-Hezbollah War Begins? Israeli Jets Rain Bombs On Lebanon; '100 Rocket Launchers Hit..'. hindustantimes.com Israel military carried out major strikes across Lebanon on September 19, targeting Hezbollah militants. IDF fighter jets struck more than 100 Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon that were primed for immediate attacks on Israel. Times of Israel reported that Lebanese security sources called it some of the most intense bombings since Hezbollah began daily cross-border attacks on northern communities after the start of the Gaza war on October 7.
(2024-09-20). Nasrallah's Challenge To Netanyahu, Gallant Over Lebanon Pager Blast Deaths | Israel. hindustantimes.com Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah issued a challenge to Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant while addressing Lebanon after two consecutive days of blasts. Over 35 people died and nearly 3,000 were injured in the sudden and simultaneous explosion of pager and walkie-talkie devices, allegedly used by Hezbollah personnel. Watch the full video for more.
(2024-09-20). Zelensky Behind Lebanon Pager Blast? Stunning Claim By Israeli COGAT's Ex-Chief As He Describes Plot. hindustantimes.com Grisha Yakubovich, who is the former head of 'Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories', spoke to Hindustan Times on the pager & walkie-talkie blasts that targeted Hezbollah fighters across Lebanon & Syria. Yakubovich exposed the Iran-Hezbollah nexus in Lebanon, saying Iran's ambassador to Lebanon, Mujtaba Amani, had a Hezbollah pager that exploded. He also opened up about who might have targeted Hezbollah through the latest attacks. Watch his explosive revelations here.
(2024-09-20). IRGC Warns Israel of Crushing Response to Lebanon Blasts. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — In a message for the secretary-general of Hezbollah, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps warned the Israeli regime that it will soon receive a crushing response from the resistance front for the recent terrorist crimes in Lebanon.
(2024-09-20). Israel Involved in Manufacturing Pagers That Exploded in Lebanon: Source. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Israeli regime had a hand in the manufacturing of pagers that exploded on Hezbollah forces this week, with this type of "supply chain interdiction" operation having been planned for at least 15 years, a US intelligence source confirmed to ABC News.
(2024-09-20). The Heat: Mideast Tensions. america.cgtn.com 
Hezbollah's leader has vowed retaliation against Israel following deadly attacks in Lebanon that killed at least 37 people and injured thousands. The explosions were caused by hand-held devices. The Israeli government has not commented on the attacks. | Joining the discussion: |
(2024-09-20). Western media is whitewashing Israel's terrorism in Lebanon — like it does in Gaza. thecanary.co 
Israel has pounded Lebanon with bombs, just days after targeting communications devices in a series of deadly explosions. 37 people have been killed, and thousands more wounded. Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah, called the attacks a "massacre" and a possible "act of war." Nasrallah said Israel would face "just punishment, where it expects it and where […] | By
(2024-09-20). Are You at Risk? What We Know About Electronics Makers Linked to Lebanon Blasts. defenddemocracy.press Sep 19, 2024 Lebanon is reeling in the wake of 48 hours of terror attacks blamed on Israeli intelligence targeting Hezbollah through a series of coordinated explosions of electronic devices. Which companies, brands and devices are involved? Here's what we know. Handheld communications equipment makers are in damage control mode after on Tuesday and Wednesday's …
(2024-09-20). Belgian deputy premier strongly condemns pager attacks in Lebanon, Syria. defenddemocracy.press Petra de Sutter describes it as 'terror attack, brutal escalation of violence' Sep 18, 2024 The Belgian deputy prime minister on Wednesday "strongly condemned" attacks on Hezbollah members in Lebanon and Syria. Writing on X, Petra de Sutter described it as a "massive terror attack" and a "brutal escalation of violence." "Silence is not an …
(2024-09-20). Nasralla to Gallant and Netanyahu: Lebanon front will not stop before the aggression on Gaza stops. defenddemocracy.press Sep. 20, 2024 Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah issued a challenge to Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant while addressing Lebanon after two consecutive days of blasts. Over 35 people died and nearly 3,000 were injured in the sudden and simultaneous explosion of pager and walkie-talkie devices, allegedly used by Hezbollah personnel. …
(2024-09-20). IDF Hits Over 100 Hezbollah Rocket Launchers in Southern Lebanon. themedialine.org 
(2024-09-20). Taiwan Denies Making Components in Explosive Pagers Linked to Hezbollah Attack. themedialine.org 
(2024-09-20). Hezbollah Blasts Worsen Displacement Crisis Along Israel-Lebanon Border. themedialine.org 
(2024-09-20). Israeli media reports more than 200 rockets were fired from Lebanon at areas in northern occupied Palestine throughout the day. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Iranian Embassy in Lebanon condemns "Israeli madness that has crossed all limits by targeting residential areas in Dahiyeh" english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Lebanon's FM Bou Habib Urges UN to Halt Israeli Aggression Before It's Too Late. english.almanar.com.lb In a session of the UN Security Council held tonight to discuss the telecommunication devices' blasts, Lebanese Caretaker Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib stated: "We have come here today not only to defend Lebanon and its innocent victims but to safeguard our collective humanity." Bou Habib called for a clear condemnation of the "Israeli terrorist …
(2024-09-20). Explosions in Lebanon interest Russian special services. plenglish.com Moscow, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) Explosions of communication devices in Lebanon are a subject of interest for Russian special services in doing their work, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.
(2024-09-20). Components for pagers used in Lebanon blasts not from Taiwan, minister says. aljazeera.com CEO of Taiwan-based Gold Apollo released after questioning over role in deadly explosions.
(2024-09-20). Biden 'working' to return people home to Israel-Lebanon border. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Pentagon chief voices concern over Israel-Lebanon escalation. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Qatar condemns Israel's 'horrific' pager attacks on Lebanon. newarab.com 
Qatar's Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lolwah Al-Khater, has described Israel's use of "everyday devices in people's hands as ticking time bombs" as a "horrific nightmare", in reference to Israel's exploding pager and walkie-talkie She also expressed alarm at the "deafening silence" from the international community regarding the atrocities. | In a post on her official X (former…
(2024-09-20). Taiwan questions two in probe into pagers detonated by Israel. newarab.com 
Two people from Taiwanese companies were questioned as part of a probe into pagers that were detonated by Israel Lebanon, investigators said Friday, as top officials insisted the devices were not from the island. | Questions and speculation have swirled over where the devices came from and how they were supplied to the militant group after hundreds of pagers and walkie-talkies detonated across Lebanon on Tuesday and Wednesday, killing at least 37 people and wounding nearly 3,000. | The New York Times reported this week that Israel had inserted explosive material into a shipment of pagers from Taiwan's Gold Apo…
(2024-09-20). UN condemns Lebanon device blasts as violation of international law. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). How Lebanon's sapped health sector tackled pager, walkie blasts. newarab.com
(2024-09-20). Israel-Lebanon tensions at boiling point as attacks ongoing. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). MENA airlines ban walkie-talkies, pagers after Lebanon blasts. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Iraq orders inspection of electronics after Lebanon explosions. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). IRGC chief: Israel to face 'crushing response' for acts of terror in Lebanon. presstv.ir The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Israel will face "a crushing response from the axis of resistance" for its acts of terror in Lebanon which are the result of the regime's despair.
(2024-09-20). Probe finds devices 'booby-trapped' before entering Lebanon. presstv.ir Lebanon's mission to the United Nations says an initial investigation by Lebanese authorities has found that the telecommunication devices that exploded this week were "booby-trapped" before they entered the country.
(2024-09-20). Iraqi group says ready to send thousands of fighters to Lebanon. presstv.ir The secretary general of Iraq's Kata'ib Sayyid al-Shuhada says the Iraqi anti-terror is ready to send thousands of resistance fighters to Lebanon in the event of war with Israel.
(2024-09-20). Iran calls for global reaction to Israel's inhuman acts in Lebanon. presstv.ir The Iranian government urges the international community to react to the recent Israeli regime's inhuman act in Lebanon.
(2024-09-20). Will Israel's Terrorist Attacks On Lebanon Trigger All Out War? thealtworld.com Rania Khalek hosts a special live episode of Dispatches with Lebanese journalist Ghadi Francis.
(2024-09-20). Israel bombing southern Lebanon as government and military officials threaten full-scale invasion. wsws.org It is clear that the pager terrorist attacks were part of a pre-planned military offensive that would have been approved by Washington and the other imperialist powers.
(2024-09-20). Hungary, Bulgaria, Taiwan and Japan: Following the exploding radio and pager trail. middleeasteye.net 
Hungary, Bulgaria, Taiwan and Japan: Following the exploding radio and pager trail | Questions raised about companies in several countries over alleged links to Israel's operation detonating communications devices in Lebanon | | A sign with the logo of Japanese walkie-talkie maker Icom…
(2024-09-20). Israel's Infiltration Of US Tech In Light Of The Lebanon Pager Attack. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (9/20/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-09-20). Bolivia opens its largest commercial showcase to the world. plenglish.com La Paz, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) Bolivia is inaugurating today Expocruz, its largest commercial platform top the world, attended by 32 international delegations and expecting over 500 thousand visitors, an official source said.
(2024-09-20). Israeli forces deepen raid in Rafah, kill 27 people across Gaza. newarab.com 
Israeli forces killed at least 27 Palestinians in tank and air strikes on north and central areas of the Meanwhile, some Palestinians disp…
(2024-09-20). IDF probe finds Rafah helicopter crash that killed two soldiers caused by poor visibility. haaretz.com An interim report by the Israel Air Force ruled that the chopper crash in southern Gaza was caused by poor visibility conditions and not by enemy fire or a technical malfunction…
(2024-09-20). Israel submits challenges to ICC on Gaza arrest warrant requests. newarab.com 
Israel submitted on Friday formal challenges to the International Criminal Court over its jurisdiction and the legality of arrest warrant requests against Israeli leaders for their conduct of the Gaza war, the Foreign Ministry said. | Israel's filings might further delay a decision on the warrants, requested in May against Israeli Prime Minister ICC Prosecutor
(2024-09-20). Israel tells ICC it has no jurisdiction to issue arrest warrants, probe alleged war crimes. haaretz.com While Israel says the ICC must allow it to investigate possible violations of international law itself, experts told Haaretz that Israel has not sufficiently investigated or prosecuted those suspected of human rights violations and war crimes…
(2024-09-20). Is it Nicaragua that is "weaponizing" immigration or is it Washington? dissidentvoice.org Claims that Nicaragua is "weaponizing" immigration by allowing free passage of migrants towards the U.S. border have been appearing regularly in the media over the last twelve months. The claim was made on NPR in January, in the Associated Press last October, in El Pais last November and by the BBC this July, to cite …
(2024-09-20). Starmer's UK abstains on UN Israel resolution — when even the TORIES voted 'yes' to a similar one in 2016. thecanary.co The UN general assembly has overwhelmingly voted for Israel to end its occupation of Palestine within a year. The resolution backs July's order from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for Israel to withdraw from Palestine. 124 states voted in favour, including France and Spain, while 14 voted against including the US and Israel. The […] | By
(2024-09-20). Peace: Well-Being for the Poorest. dissidentvoice.org 
Peace has always been fundamental to me. My first forays into activism were for peace: as an elementary school student blowing up balloons for a protest when the white train carrying nuclear warheads passed through my hometown in Idaho, organizing a protest of the first Gulf War in junior high school, writing letters to protest …
(2024-09-20). They only had 48 hours. electronicintifada.net Man goes to an office to register the birth of his twins. Israel shells his house killing both babies and their mother.
(2024-09-20). A long day's journey to reunite in displacement. electronicintifada.net Bleeding feet and gunshots cannot stop determined family from reaching relatives in Deir al-Balah.
(2024-09-20). The unseen wounds of displacement. electronicintifada.net "Displacement is not just about the loss of a home. It is the slow, agonizing loss of a piece of yourself."
(2024-09-20). Jen Senko on The Brainwashing of My Dad. fair.org 
(2024-09-20). Jen Senko on The Brainwashing of My Dad. fair.org
(2024-09-20). Action taken to revoke charity status of JNF UK — greenwashers of apartheid and funders of land theft. thecanary.co 
The charity status of the Jewish National Fund (JNF) UK is again being challenged, this time by the International Centre of Justice for Palestinians (ICJP). It's over its involvement in, and funding of, illegal settlements — and complicity in Israel's apartheid against Palestinians. 'Some of the most serious crimes under international law' ICJP has written […] | By
(2024-09-20). UN Panel Calls Out Israel for "Serious Violations" of Child Rights Treaty. truthout.org A United Nations committee on Thursday called out Israel for "serious violations" of the Convention on the Rights of the Child in the occupied Palestinian territories, particularly with its nearly yearlong assault on the Gaza Strip. "The outrageous death of children is almost historically unique. This is an extremely dark place in history," said Bragi Guðbrandsson, vice chair of the U.N. |
(2024-09-20). Trump says Jewish voters would be partly to blame if he loses election. aljazeera.com Republican nominee again says Israel would likely cease to exist within two years should the Democrats win.
(2024-09-20). Gaza journalist to be honoured in Press Freedom Awards. newarab.com 
The award celebrates courageous journalists from around the world in an event held on 21 November in New York. | Al Aila is a journalist, producer and researcher who has been covering Israel's assault on the besieged enclave since October. | Her husband,…
(2024-09-20). Iraq militant killed in Syria strike blamed on Israel. newarab.com 
A militant from The group named the slain militant as Abu Haidar al-Khafaji and said he was working in Damascus as a security adviser to the government. | A Br…
(2024-09-20). Israel turns to Morocco amid Turkey's car trade embargo. newarab.com 
So far, a limited number of Moroccan-made vehicles, primarily from the French Renault group, have arrived in Israel. Peugeot 208 models produced at Stellantis's Moroccan factories are expected to join them in the coming months, reported the Israeli financial site Calcalist. | This shift…
(2024-09-20). Here are the universities in Gaza destroyed by Israel. newarab.com 
As the brutal war in the Gaza Strip rages on, the Israeli army has systematically attacked most of the education facilities, killing thousands of students, teachers and lecturers in cold blood. | By targeting these facilities, it is clear that the Israeli army aims to end the existence of any place of education and obliterate any prospects for young Palestinians, even post-war. | The Israeli army has also worked to convert many universities in the Gaza Strip into military barracks and places for investigation, later destroying them after they are done, according to Palestinian officials at the education minis…
(2024-09-20). Shock video shows Palestinians thrown from roof by Israeli army. newarab.com 
An AP journalist saw three Israeli soldiers pushing the bodies from the top of an adjacent multi-story building in Qabatya, sending the apparently lifeless bodies falling several storeys to the ground. | It happened following a 10-hour military assault on Qabatya,…
(2024-09-20). Why Israel is seeking to forge closer ties with Balkan states. newarab.com 
Israeli President Isaac Herzog concluded a The back-to-back meetings with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, Albanian President Bajram Begaj, and Prime Minister Edi Rama underscored Israel's
(2024-09-20). Germany denies stopping arms exports to Israel. newarab.com 
According to a Reuters analysis of data and a source close to the Economy Ministry, Germany put a hold on new exports of weapons of war to Israel while it deals with legal challenges. | The Economy Ministry said on Thursday that there was no ban on
(2024-09-20). Israel kills dozens in Gaza, W. Bank, US denies talks collapsing. newarab.com
(2024-09-20). Why did UK abstain from UN vote on Israeli occupation. newarab.com 
The UK was among 43 member states who abstained at the
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). Iran's Armed Forces warn US, Israel: Revenge for Haniyeh 'definite'. presstv.ir Iran's Armed Forces warns the United States and Israel that the passage of time will not hinder Iran's retaliation for Haniyeh's assassination.
(2024-09-20). War on Gaza: UK officials warned of criminal liability over F-35 exports to Israel. middleeasteye.net 
War on Gaza: UK officials warned of criminal liability over F-35 exports to Israel | Ministers and arms company executives could face indictment and a jury trial if arms transfers continue, two rights groups say | | UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy met with US Secretary of State Antony Bl…
(2024-09-20). Israel submits legal challenge to ICC warrants, arguing it should investigate itself. middleeasteye.net 
Israel submits legal challenge to ICC warrants, arguing it should investigate itself | Warrants for war crimes requested by prosecutor Karim Khan have yet to materialise | | Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant arrive for briefing near Salem milit…
(2024-09-20). US: Muslim groups urge voters to back Jill Stein, Cornel West or other pro-Palestine candidates. middleeasteye.net 
US: Muslim groups urge voters to back Jill Stein, Cornel West or other pro-Palestine candidates | While only a minor voting bloc, Muslims say endorsements shows their anger over bipartisan support for Israel could sway the election | | Independent presidential candidate Cornel West…
(2024-09-20). South Asia: 'It's crucial to fight the far right in Pakistan and the region'. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). No Endorsement: Uncommitted Mvmt. Won't Back Harris, Trump or Third Party as U.S. Keeps Arming Israel. democracynow.org 
The U.S. presidential election is just 45 days away, and for antiwar voters, the policy differences between the two leading candidates are vanishingly thin. As the Biden-Harris administration continues to supply billions of dollars in military aid to Israel, the Uncommitted National Movement, which for months has attempted to steer the Democratic Party toward a more critical stance on Israel, has announced it is not endorsing Kamala Harris. Neither does the organization recommend casting a third-party vote, citing the risk of splitting the two-party vote and ushering in a second term for Donald Trump. "We w…
(2024-09-20). Tensiones entre Líbano e Israel reúnen al Consejo de Seguridad de ONU. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) El Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU se reunirá hoy en medio de las crecientes tensiones entre Líbano e Israel, agravadas tras los ataques cibernéticos con dispositivos electrónicos organizado por Tel Aviv en el vecino país.
(2024-09-20). Cuba en el top 20 de la Olimpiada de Ajedrez. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC).- La selección masculina cubana de ajedrez escaló al lugar 18 en el apartado abierto de la Olimpiada Mundial de Budapest (Hungría), al vencer en la fecha más reciente al plantel de Israel 2.5 puntos a 1.5.
(2024-09-20). 'I had a crazy idea: collect all important Israeli art created after October 7'. haaretz.com French television host Arthur Essebag is a man on a mission: to exhibit the Israeli art he has bought since October 7. Some of it is now on show in a new exhibition at Tel Aviv Museum of Art called 'I Don't Want to Forget,' and the Jewish collector is determined to bring the works to museums abroad, despite the political climate…
(2024-09-20). Israeli soldiers must choose if they really want to fight in Gaza. haaretz.com
(2024-09-20). The Israeli who wants to be defense minister is the country's resident megalomaniac. haaretz.com
(2024-09-20). Russia's shadow war against Israel revealed: Fueling Arab discontent, straining foreign relations. haaretz.com Leaked documents from the Kremlin-affiliated Russian company behind a global disinformation campaign show how Moscow spread fake news in Israel, planned to bolster the standing of Netanyahu and hoped to influence elected officials while promoting antisemitic and anti-Israel content abroad…
(2024-09-20). Ever-scheming Netanyahu left Sa'ar in the lurch and a sword hovering over Gallant's head. haaretz.com After the pagers attacks, the prime minister's replacement of Gallant was put on hold for 'national security' reasons, as if things were quiet before that ‚ñ Netanyahu proved once again that to him, the defense portfolio is nothing but a political sop ‚ñ If Sa'ar ever becomes defense minister, his relationship with Bibi will break down too…
(2024-09-20). California Professors Fight Back Against Violent Repression of Palestine Protest. theintercept.com 
Faculty from seven University of California campuses took a stand against the repression of protest over Israel's war on Gaza on Thursday, taking the historic step of filing a joint unfair labor practice charge against their employer. The professors from the top-tier California public university system alleged that their schools targeted them for speaking out on Israel's war in Gaza and for joining students' pro-Palestine protests in the spring. | The 581-page labor violation
(2024-09-20). General Assembly overwhelmingly passes resolution demanding end to Palestine occupation. defenddemocracy.press Sep 17. 2024 The General Assembly passed a resolution demanding an end to Israel's occupation of Palestine within the next twelve months by an overwhelming margin on Wednesday. The vote came in the middle of its 10th emergency special session considering Israeli actions in occupied East Jerusalem and the rest of the Occupied Palestinian Territory. …
(2024-09-20). The Guardian view on Israel's booby-trap war: illegal and unacceptable. defenddemocracy.press Benjamin Netanyahu's hold on power depends on his nation being at war. The region is paying a high price Sep 18, 2024 In the second world war, guerrilla forces scattered large quantities of booby-trapped objects likely to be attractive to civilians. The idea was to cause widescale and indiscriminate death. The Japanese manufactured a tobacco …
(2024-09-20). This Philly Fringe 'Othello' is reimagined for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. whyy.org 
(2024-09-20). Harris and Oprah hold star-studded US election rally. newarab.com 
Kamala Harris held a star-studded rally hosted by talk show legend Oprah Winfrey on Thursday in a bid to bedazzle voters, as rival Donald Trump criticized Jewish Americans for not voting for him. | Hollywood stars including Jennifer Lopez, Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Chris Rock, and Ben Stiller beamed in remotely to lavish praise via screens on the Democratic vice president. | Sitting on a chat-show style stage, Winfrey started by asking Harris about what seemed a sudden burst in confidence ⚪ "a veil or something dropped" ⚪ after she replaced President Joe Biden as nominee. | "We each have those moments in…
(2024-09-20). All The Mountains Give: The laborious lives & trade of Kolbars. newarab.com 
Director Arash Rakhsha's documentary All The Mountains Give premiered last month at the The film follows two Kolbars — Kurdish porters who smuggle a variety of goods across the mountains between Iraq and Iran. | In this beautifully shot picture, Hamid and Yasser brave a snowy mountain pass and freezing rivers to bring tyres, cigarettes, cosmetics, and household goods across the border. Off the trail, they struggle to care for their…
(2024-09-20). Palestinian-Japanese rapper Danny Jin on making resistance music. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Biden, Harris to host Ukraine leader Zelenskyy in Washington. newarab.com 
Ukrainian President "I'm looking forward to hosting my friend President Zelenskyy of Ukraine next week at the White House," Biden said in message posted on X. "During his visit, I'll reaffirm America's…
(2024-09-20). Egypt: Alaa Abdel Fattah's family anxious as release date nears. newarab.com 
The family of detained British- According to Abdel Fattah's UK-based family, the political prisoner is set to be released on 29 September, having nearly completed five years behind bars in Egypt, which is the length of his sentence. | However, his family fears that – as with previous announcements and rumours of his release – Abdel-Fattah will not be freed.
(2024-09-20). Scotland's Humza Yousaf will continue to raise voice for Gaza. newarab.com 
A day later, thousands of miles away, a then-16-year-old "We were expected to know…
(2024-09-20). Egypt's rails claim lives amid 'questionable' state priorities. newarab.com 
The While the recent incident is still under investigation, concerns grew over the sector's deteriorating conditions and the government's expenditure priorities. | For decades, successive Egyptian governments argued that the co…
(2024-09-20). Gulf central banks cut key interest rates, mirroring Fed move. newarab.com 
Most The Fed cut its
(2024-09-20). Harris launches new Gaza campaign ad targeting Arab-Americans. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Polls show Harris and Trump tied, Pennsylvania race right. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Senior Kurdish commander killed in clashes with IRGC. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Free Khalida Jarrar, free all Palestinian political prisoners. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Farewell Elias Khoury, the journey isn't over. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Biden to discuss Gaza, Sudan, AI with UAE president on Monday. newarab.com 
US President White House spokesperson
(2024-09-20). Mohamed Al Fayed accused of rape in new BBC documentary. newarab.com 
Egyptian businessman In Al Fayed: Predator at Harrods, which premieres today on BBC iPlayer and BBC Two, more than 20 women have come forward with allegations of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and violence against women. | Most of the women alleging abuse are former employees of Harrods, the luxury London department store that Al Fayed owned for 26 years. The al…
(2024-09-20). Morocco: Why are hundreds of children fleeing to Spain. newarab.com 
In This saga began in late August when a slew of TikTok videos emerged, offering tips and tricks for crossing the perilous six-kilometre swim across the Strait of Gibraltar to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. | In response, thousands of would-be migrants from various cities…
(2024-09-20). Relentless fighting is devastating Sudan and escalating in Darfur's capital, UN says. newarab.com 
(2024-09-20). Tunisian court sentences presidential candidate to 20 months. newarab.com 
A Tunisian court on Wednesday sentenced presidential candidate Zammel, head of the opposition Azimoun party, was arrested two weeks ago for falsifying voter signatures on his candidacy paperwork, charges he called manufactur…
(2024-09-20). Germany's deportations to Afghanistan set a dangerous precedent. newarab.com 
Germany's recent
(2024-09-20). 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.
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(2024-09-20). Azerbaijan: Unprecendent repression since January 2024. fidh.org In a joint letter, human rights groups, 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, alert the new Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Mr Alain Berset, to the escalation of repression in Azerbaijan since January 2024.
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(2024-09-20). 2 Republican States May Manipulate Electoral College Outcome to Favor Trump. truthout.org Two Republican-led states are demonstrating how the Electoral College can be gamed, in more ways than most voters realize (and even in the middle of a campaign season), in order for state lawmakers to boost their preferred presidential candidate — in this case, Donald Trump. The Electoral College is set up so that it benefits states with smaller populations over larger ones… |
(2024-09-20). Report Details Shocking Online Comments From Trump-Endorsed NC Gov Candidate. truthout.org A new report concerning North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson (R), who is running to become the next governor of that state, details a number of unsettling comments he's made in online forums on pornography websites. The comments contained in the CNN KFile report, which was published on Thursday afternoon, are just the latest in a litany of bigoted remarks by Robinson to come to the surface. |
(2024-09-20). Journalism Professor's Suspension Shows the Hypocrisy of "Objectivity" truthout.org Outcry is spreading against Northwestern University's decision to cancel the fall classes of professor Steven Thrasher, who was hired as its first ever endowed chair for social justice in reporting. Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism suspended Thrasher months after he took part in a pro-Palestine encampment on campus last spring, in a move that appears to be related both to his… |
(2024-09-20). Witnesses Backed by Defense Companies Urge Confrontation With Iran in Hearing. truthout.org At a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee hearing on Thursday, witnesses proposed confronting Iran directly by deploying more military capabilities to the Middle East and the authorization of the use of force. Yet, they conveniently neglected to mention that their employers — which included one Pentagon contractor and several think tanks funded by weapons manufacturers — stand to rake in… |
(2024-09-20). Biden Joined the UAW Picket Line Last Year. Will He Do the Same With Boeing? truthout.org More than 33,000 Boeing factory workers in the Pacific Northwest voted to strike on September 13, in a monumental moment for labor that could determine the future of the already embattled aircraft company. After 95 percent of unionized workers rejected a tentative agreement with Boeing, 96 percent voted in favor of authorizing a strike — currently the largest in the country. |
(2024-09-20). EPA Scientists Pressured to Downplay Harms From Chemicals During Trump Admin. truthout.org More than three years ago, a small group of government scientists came forward with disturbing allegations. During President Donald Trump's administration, they said, their managers at the Environmental Protection Agency began pressuring them to make new chemicals they were vetting seem safer than they really were. They were encouraged to delete evidence of chemicals' harms, including cancer… |
(2024-09-20). UNRWA: Palestinians in Gaza have one meal every other day. presstv.ir The UN agency for Palestinian refugees has issued a serious warning about the severe food shortage in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-09-20). The oath of the lieutenants; Türkiye at the Arab League meeting after 13 years; Türkiye's UAV shot down in Iraq. uwidata.com Last week, Türkiye's agenda was mainly busy with three things. The reactions from the government to the oath of the lieutenants at the Military Academy graduation ceremony topped the agenda. Another topic was Türkiye's participation in the Arab League meeting after 13 years. Lastly, the shoot-down of a Turkish UAV in Iraq was another important …
(2024-09-20). Egyptian-Turkish rapprochement renews hopes for a new regional order. uwidata.com By Mohamed Sabreen, Cairo / Egypt There is no doubt that Cairo and Ankara have made great strides in strengthening their relations. The summit between Presidents Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Recep Tayyip Erdogan gave tremendous momentum, prompting some to talk about a new regional order in the Middle East. Indeed, it is difficult to imagine …
(2024-09-20). David, Goliath and Press Freedom. counterpunch.org 
Press freedom struggled when a federal tax agency looked into The Davis Vanguard, a community news outlet based in Yolo County, one of 58 in California. Just ask David Greenwald, founder, editor and executive director of The Davis Vanguard, www.davisvanguard.org. In 2021, a private attorney who attended law school with the Yolo County District Attorney filed an
(2024-09-20). Why Media Requests to UN Missions Hit Dead Ends. passblue.com 
Journalists' frantic attempts to reach country missions to the United Nations are intensifying as the major annual speeches by world leaders inches closer to opening day, Sept. 24. A weekslong investigation into how easy it is — or not — to get in touch with the missions found that numerous delegations willfully ignore media requests …
(2024-09-20). The Next UN Secretary-General Must Be a Woman and a Feminist. passblue.com 
Friday marks the launching of the 1 for 8 Billion campaign for a fair and inclusive process to select the next United Nations secretary-general in 2026. As the UN prepares to hold the Summit of the Future on Sunday, our campaign wants to ensure that we find the best person to implement what member states …
(2024-09-20). Muslim 2024 Task Election Task Force: No Endorsement of Kamala — Support Candidates Supporting Cease Fire like Jill Stein and Two Others. fightbackbetter.com (WASHINGTON, DC — 9/20/2024) The American Muslim 2024 Election Task Force, a coalition of national 501(c)4 political organizations, today calls on…
(2024-09-20). From Hitler to Van der Leyen, from the tragic to the ridiculus. defenddemocracy.press EU's Defense Chief Says Europe Must Be Ready To Fight Russia in 6-8 Years Andrius Kubilius, former prime minister of Lithuania, was appointed as the EU's first defense commissioner by Dave DeCamp September 19, 2024 Andrius Kubilius, a former Lithuanian prime minister and the EU's first defense commissioner, has said Europe must be ready to …
(2024-09-20). Peter Doherty: Public Science Communicator. counterpunch.org 
A lecture series can promise much. But one run out of a corporatised university comes with its own burdens and blemishes. There is the stifling sense of brand and name that hovers over proceedings. The logo is everywhere, a permanent reminder about the role of the chief donor, sponsor or name of the individual associated with the event. Then
(2024-09-20). Colombians mobilize in support of pension reform and against "institutional" coup that would seek to remove Gustavo Petro. peoplesdispatch.org The President of Colombia had alerted last week that the opposition seeks to remove him from office in a legal maneuver and replace him with the head of the legislature…
(2024-09-20). Institute of Economic Affairs condemned for claiming NHS should be abolished to save lives. leftfootforward.org Right-wing think-tank the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has drawn widespread condemnation after publishing a report which claims that the NHS should be abolished in order to save lives. | The IEA which has long pushed for privatisation of healthcare, has called for the NHS to be replaced with a Social Health Insurance (SHI) system. | The think-tank, which has also previously published research questioning the science behind climate change, claims that the introduction of market competition through an SHI system could improve patient choice, reduce waiting times, and raise standards. | Those claims howeve…
(2024-09-20). Manuela Perteghella MP: Labour needs to do better on social justice. leftfootforward.org At this year's Liberal Democrat conference, 'constructive opposition' was the phrase you would hear more than any other. In keynote speeches, fringe meetings and media interviews, MPs new and old repeatedly made clear that was the approach they wanted to take to the new Labour government. | Manuela Perteghella — the new Lib Dem MP for Stratford-On-Avon is no different. In an interview with Left Foot Forward at the conference, she said that her party's now 72 MPs would 'work collaboratively' with Labour, promising to be supportive of elements of their agenda, but to push for improvements in other areas.
(2024-09-20). Islamic Resistance fighters bombed the headquarters of Armored Brigade 188 of the 36th Division in the Al-Aliqa barracks with a barrage of Katyusha rockets: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-09-20). Beauty Will Save The World(c) Dostoevsky… smoothiex12.blogspot.com It is impossible to cancel… Light up my lighter and go pour myself a shot of Jack. It has been a tense week.
(2024-09-20). Friday Open Thread. . smoothiex12.blogspot.com Go at it.
(2024-09-20). Tactics, By NATO… smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2024-09-20). Missouri inmate faces execution for crime he did not commit. liberationnews.org 
The Missouri Attorney General's Office has a history of pushing for the execution of those found innocent.
(2024-09-20). "Absurd": Russia's response to Poland's revision of Crimea status. plenglish.com Moscow, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The Polish Foreign Ministry's proposal to place Crimea under the UN mandate for a second referendum in 20 years is absurd, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on Friday.
(2024-09-20). Uruguayan lawmakers join global demand for Cuba. plenglish.com Montevideo, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) Uruguayan legislators have joined almost 600 parliamentarians from 73 countries who signed a letter condemning Cuba's inclusion in Washington's list of Sponsors of Terrorism (SSOT).
(2024-09-20). Dissident rebels admitt kidnapping Cauca councilwoman. plenglish.com Bogotá, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The Central General Staff (EMC), a dissident group of the now-extinct Revolutionary Armed Forces-People's Army, today admitted to having kidnapped Sandra Betancourt, a councilwoman from Argelia, in the department of Cauca, in southwestern Colombia.
(2024-09-20). Mexican President extolls republican austerity. plenglish.com Mexico City, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador today highlighted the importance of a republican austerity policy and the fight against corruption in the country, while ruling out the need for tax reform.
(2024-09-20). Venezuelan jet makes emergency landing in Colombia. plenglish.com Bogota, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The Civil Aeronautics of Colombia confirmed Friday that an aircraft flying in from Venezuela made an emergency landing at the Camilo Daza airport in Cucuta, north of Santander.
(2024-09-20). Chilean primary healthcare union gears up for strike. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) Chilean primary healthcare workers are preparing on Friday a three-day strike against lack of security in medical facilities and the delay in the payment of a retirement incentive.
(2024-09-20). Over 15 countries on tiptoes at Havana's Ballet feast. plenglish.com Havana, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) Representatives from over 15 countries will attend the 28th Alicia Alonso Havana International Ballet Festival, to be held in Cuba from October 28 through November 10, organizers announced on Friday.
(2024-09-20). Panama hosts inception of Baseball Association of the Americas. plenglish.com Panama City, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The Baseball Association of the Americas (ABAM) was created on Friday by representatives of several national federations of the area, as a response to their national teams absence from the Caribbean Series.
(2024-09-20). The world urged to participate in Afghanistan's development. plenglish.com Kabul, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) Acting Interior Minister Khalifa Sirajuddin Haqqani said that the conditions are now in place for the international community to participate in the reconstruction and progress of Afghanistan through legitimate engagement.
(2024-09-20). Cuban Foreign Ministry's representative visits India. plenglish.com New Delhi, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The Indian authorities announced on Friday that Luis Achkienasi Chernakhe, Director-General of the Policy Planning Department at the Cuban Foreign Ministry (MINREX), is visiting this country.
(2024-09-20). Cuba's ATEC company bets on using renewable energies. plenglish.com Havana, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The Electronic Industry Enterprise (ATEC) has diversified its production and services with renewable energies to become the first Cuban institution capable of self-sufficient energy supply, its general director, Edel Gomez, affirmed on Friday.
(2024-09-20). Japanese Culture Day opens in Havana. plenglish.com Havana, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) A Japanese Culture Day opened on Friday with a photographic exhibition by the Japan Camera Industry Institute at the Conde de Lombillo (Count of Lombillo) Palace in Old Havana.
(2024-09-20). More than 23 thousand Cuban children vaccinated against disease. plenglish.com Havana, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) More than 23 thousand Cuban children have been vaccinated to date, against pneumococcus using the 10-valent Pneumosil drug, which protects against the 10 most circulating serotypes of this pathogenic microorganism, it was announced today.
(2024-09-20). Taliban government denounces economic war against Afghanistan. plenglish.com Kabul, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The deputy technician of the Ministry of Economy, Abdul Latif Nazari, denounced today that the enemies of Afghanistan are trying to bring the people to their knees through economic warfare.
(2024-09-20). Uruguayan government prepares campaign against social security. plenglish.com Montevideo, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) President Luis Lacalle Pou is preparing today an official campaign against the plebiscite on the social security reform, to be voted on October 27 together with the national elections.
(2024-09-20). Lower rates in the US impact El Salvador's economy. plenglish.com San Salvador, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The cuts in the interest rate of the United States Federal Reserve (FED) have had impact on El Salvador, local media outlets highlighted.
(2024-09-20). Ethiopia rises 10 places in UN e-Government Survey 2024. tvbrics.com 
The country has made significant progress in the development of its digital government…
(2024-09-20). Lula da Silva approves the new General Law on Tourism. tvbrics.com The aim is to create conditions to raise the profile of tourism in Brazil…
(2024-09-20). Kamala Harris joins Oprah Winfrey for star-studded election event. aljazeera.com 'Unite for America' event features celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Chris Rock and Julia Roberts.
(2024-09-20). As Sri Lanka votes, a $2.9bn IMF loan looms large. aljazeera.com Ranil Wickremesinghe, Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Sajith Premadasa are contesting an election focused on the economy.
(2024-09-20). From Marxist upbringing to 'soft Hindutva': The rise of new Delhi CM Atishi. aljazeera.com
(2024-09-20). Attack by al-Qaeda linked group in Mali killed more than 70 people. aljazeera.com Attack on police training academy and nearby airport one of the worst since unrest began more than a decade ago.
(2024-09-20). Diplomatic failings and 'elite bargains' prolonging Libya turmoil: Analysts. aljazeera.com With the central bank in turmoil, analysts say that diplomatic efforts in Libya are failing its people.
(2024-09-20). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 938. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 938th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-09-20). Sri Lanka election 2024: Who could be the next president, what's at stake? aljazeera.com Economic issues top the agenda as the island country of 22 million goes to the polls to elect its 10th president.
(2024-09-20). Violence rocks France overseas territories in challenge for new PM Barnier. aljazeera.com Curfew in Martinique after protests over high cost of living while two killed in Pacific island of New Caledonia.
(2024-09-20). Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani makes baseball history. aljazeera.com Player becomes first in MLB to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 'Rohingya in pain'- Refugees on hunger strike at India detention center. presstv.ir More than 100 Rohingya refugees living at Goalpara detention center in the Indian state of Assam began hunger strike.
(2024-09-20). Police crack down on environmental activists protesting against the A69 route. presstv.ir Gendarmes in southern France are dislodging activists.
(2024-09-20). President: Iran seeks good ties with all, but doesn't brook bullying. presstv.ir Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic Republic is seeking to expand its ties with the world's countries based on mutual respect, but stressed that the country doesn't tolerate bullying.
(2024-09-20). US agency tried to channel govt. funds into anti-Iran campaign: Report. presstv.ir A new report reveals that the US National Endowment for Democracy (NED) privately plotted to direct government resources into an anti-Iran campaign established after 2022 foreign-backed riots.
(2024-09-20). Sunday 10/20: 3rd i's 22nd Annual San Francisco International South Asian Film Festival. indybay.org The Roxie Theater, 3117 16th Street, San Francisco, Ca 94103…
(2024-09-20). Saturday 9/21: Film Screening of Gaza Fights for Freedom and Conversation. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center of Silicon Valley | 3949 Twilight Drive (parking lot) | San Jose, Ca…
(2024-09-20). Thursday 9/19: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | http: //tinyurl.com/PalestineThursday…
(2024-09-20). Saturday 9/21: San Diego Weekly Peace Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Entry to Ocean Beach | Sunset Cliffs Blvd and W Point Loma Blvd | San Diego, CA…
(2024-09-20). Wednesday 9/25: Live from Sheikh Jarrah Virtual Delegation. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/88042ec6-9……
(2024-09-20). Saturday 9/28: Community Care Event in Cesar Chavez Park. indybay.org Cesar Chavez Park, Berkeley, CA, Picnic Area #2- 11 Spinnaker Way.
(2024-09-20). Thursday 10/3: "A Termination": Memoir on Abortion Pre-Roe – Book Talk & Signing w/ Feminist Honor Moore. indybay.org Mrs Dalloway's | 2904 College Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2024-09-20). Monday 9/16: CA Memorial Project: 22nd Remembrance Ceremony for Patients' Deaths in State Institutions. indybay.org Online vigil ceremony…
(2024-09-20). Sunday 10/6: Haiti Solidarity: A Concert and Fundraiser to Benefit the Haiti Emergency Relief Fund. indybay.org La Pena Cultural Center | 3105 Shattuck Avenue | Berkeley…
(2024-09-20). Saturday 9/21: Break the Mold: Solutions to Our Broken Economic System. indybay.org Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, Room 225 | 150 East Santa Clara Street | San Jose, CA 95112…
(2024-09-20). Bay Area Palestine People's Conference in Oakland Brings Hundreds of Activists Together. indybay.org
(2024-09-20). Banners Dropped on Pedestrian Bridge Over Geary Boulevard. indybay.org Women, Life, Freedom and Save Gaza!
(2024-09-20). Sunday 10/6: Special Electile Dysfunction Concert Songs to Vote By! with topical songster, Mark Levy. indybay.org Whiskey Hill Farms | 371 Calabasas Road, Watsonville, CA 95076…
(2024-09-20). Tuesday 9/17: Book Presentation: Chile: Overcoming 51 years of Denial with journalist Cristian Opaso. indybay.org Medicine For Nightmares | 3036 24th Street | San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2024-09-20). U.S. Foreign Policy and Economic Shifts: Trump vs. Harris. indybay.org We are living through a massive reorganization of the world economy. The near-monopolistic position of the United States, which lasted most of the last century, is over. There's another player now, China, which is catching up or has surpassed the U.S. in high-tech and other areas. The BRICS group is already a larger economic bloc than the G7. (Richard Wolff, Democracy at Work)…
(2024-09-20). Wednesday 10/16: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State! indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2024-09-20). Tuesday 9/17: Strike Back at CEO Phil Kramer's "Housing Matters" Estates. indybay.org Housing Matters (more properly known as "Funding Matters") | 115b Coral St. | Santa Cruz, CA…
(2024-09-20). Monday 9/30: Threats to Democracy and the 2024 Election w/ ProPublica. indybay.org
(2024-09-20). Tuesday 9/24: The Dangers of Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism. indybay.org
(2024-09-20). War criminal Netanyahu at UN on September 27th. indybay.org War criminal Netanyahu plans to leave for New York early on Tuesday, September 24th and pollute the General Assembly on Friday afternoon, September 27th, before arriving back in occupied Palestine on the afternoon of Sunday the 29th.
(2024-09-20). Sunday 9/22: March for Measure DD to Keep Berkeley Factory Farm-Free! indybay.org Martin Luther King Jr, Civic Center Park | 1900 Martin Luther King Jr, Parkway ∑ Berkeley, CA…
(2024-09-20). The Latest Polish-Ukrainian Dispute Is Manageable But Will Still Toxify Mutual Perceptions. thealtworld.com
(2024-09-20). The Mess in Argentina. fpif.org At the heart of Buenos Aires lies the lovely Calle Florida. The experience of walking through this street that is exclusively dedicated to pedestrians was anything but lovely though, since in the one kilometer from one end to the other I was besieged—albeit politely—by some 200 men and women barking, "cambio, cambio," competing to give me the most pesos for my dollars. | It's a seller's market, with the "Benjamins"—$100 notes—especially valued. When I began my walk at one end of the street, I was offered 1,100 pesos to the dollar; by the time I reached the other end, the offer had climbed up…
(2024-09-20). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2024-09-20). Let's Get Serious: Donald Trump or Kamala Harris as Commander-in-Chief. counterpunch.org 
Either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will be the next commander-in-chief of the United States military forces. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1 of the Constitution says; The President shall be Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States, and of the Militia of the several States." While Donald Trump and
(2024-09-20). Ten True Things Regarding the Election and America. counterpunch.org 
I have no idea who is going to win the 2024 presidential election other than it will be either the open fascist Donald "Poisoning Our Blood" Trump or the lethal imperialist and mass incarcerator Kamala "Don't Come" Harris. I am aware that the "presidential election Nostradamus" who has correctly predicted 9 of the last 10
(2024-09-20). Burning Questions Put to Shaman Rufino of Venezuela. counterpunch.org 
The July 28 presidential elections in Venezuela have sparked especially heated disputes, with President Nicolás Maduro's right-wing challenger, Edmundo González, and several countries refusing to recognize Maduro's landslide victory. Even the international Left has shown some wavering and division, with softer social-democratic factions and other imperialism sympathizers lingering in a kind of agnostic limbo, despite
(2024-09-20). Activists in Philly Have a Novel Approach to Help De-Oppress Society. counterpunch.org 
In 2019, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America reported that one in 1,000 Black men in the U.S. are killed by police. Statista states that between 2015 and August 2024, Black U.S. residents were fatally shot by law enforcement officers at a rate of 6.2 per million of the population per year
(2024-09-20). Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Egypt Now. counterpunch.org 
It has been thirteen years since the 2011 Revolution in Egypt toppled Hosni Mubarak. He had been at that point the president of Egypt for thirty years. A recent article, that in part recounted the revolution, spurred me to write what follows, which is in part a critique of the accounts of events in Egypt propagated in US media at that time, but also an account of my experiences in Cairo during and after those events.
(2024-09-20). Driving VW Off a Cliff. counterpunch.org 
For the first time ever, Volkswagen intends shuttering factories across Germany and tearing up labor contracts with its workforce in a desperate bid to survive. VW saw its profit margin crater in the second quarter of this year — hitting an unsustainable 0.9% — a reflection of tumbling sales across the planet. Tens of thousands of
(2024-09-20). The World Would Be Better off Without NATO, Revisited. counterpunch.org 
The hyper-capitalist terror state that plots to rule the world keeps its fist in a mailed glove called NATO. But NATO is in trouble. As its massive, disastrous Ukraine adventure fails, a key member, Turkey, applied to, uh, essentially join the other side, namely BRICS. When Ankara does so, how will that work? One foot
(2024-09-20). The Uncertain Road of Resistance. counterpunch.org 
The email from the radio station asked that I contact one of the hosts of a program. That program seems to be on the political left. I searched for information about the program and my instincts were right, but why the hesitation that finally gave way to contacting the host who had written the email?
(2024-09-20). Chicago Teachers Want to Transform Their City into a 'System of Care'—Will Dems Go Along? counterpunch.org 
There was an ironic moment in former President Barack Obama's speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago when he brought up the passing of his wife Michelle's mother Marian Robinson who, he noted, was raised in the South Side of Chicago and attended Englewood High School. He likely brought up the details of Robinson's
(2024-09-20). Roaming Charges: Cat Scratch Political Fever. counterpunch.org 
Miss Sassy started the biggest political fire since Mrs. O'Leary's cow kicked over a lamp and burned down Chicago. Last month, Miss Sassy disappeared from the sight of her owner, Anna Kilgore, a Trump-Vance fanatic in Springfield, Ohio. After a couple of days, Kilgore called 9-11, claiming that her Calico cat may have been stolen and devoured by her Haitian neighbors, who she'd never bothered to get to know.
(2024-09-20). Using Your Anger as an Organizing Tool for a Successful Campaign. counterpunch.org 
I get it. No one wants to be a jerk or impolite as they set out on their personal effort to change the world or even their home town. So they go to Town Council meetings, and meet with the local legislators and even Congressional representatives to make their well-researched case for cleaner air, safer
(2024-09-20). What if Evil Trumps Good Unless Sin Is Real? counterpunch.org 
The "mental illness" explanation for suffering is today the cultural norm, and those remaining critics of the megamachine's destructive impact are now, unlike the 1960s and 1970s, pushed far to the margins of society. — Bruce E. Levine, The U.S Disconnecting and Numbing Epidemic Looking at the hideous demigod of fascism, Adolf Hitler, or at his present-day
(2024-09-20). The Media Against Julian Assange. counterpunch.org 
The liberation of the Australian journalist in late June closes an ordeal lasting fourteen years. On the other hand, it doesn't lighten the responsibility of his persecutors. In this domain, Washington, London, and Stockholm have acted with the complicity of an institution supposed to speak truth to power and to protect the innocent—the press, for once, not very supportive of another journalist.
(2024-09-20). Nuclear Microreactors Proposed in Alaska and Across the Country. counterpunch.org 
Here's a swell idea. We'll bury a bunch of nuclear bombs on the Alaska North Slope right near the Chukchi Sea, detonate them, and create an artificial harbor. Not really sure how it will affect people, animals, plants, or water in the area…but we'll find out afterwards. This was seriously advocated in the late 1950s
(2024-09-20). Amazon Death Rattle. counterpunch.org 
The Amazon rainforest is in deep trouble. Labeling it a "crisis" however seems too hackneyed and not descriptive enough because the devastation is beyond description. The magnificent rainforest is morphing into a tinder box that's trapped in the worst drought of all time. According to MapBiomas, an all-time record amount of land is charred and
(2024-09-20). Empire is Without Virtue. counterpunch.org 
Poet and antiwar priest Daniel Berrigan wrote in his book The Nightmare of God, "We would like to think that the empire is virtuous. Or that it can be made so, converted, so to speak, by a large dose of civic virtue." He concludes that it is not virtuous nor can it be made so.
(2024-09-20). Metaphor of the Cicadas: Andy Mahler and the Meaning of an Activist's Life. counterpunch.org 
Andy Mahler says he was stunned at his friends' reactions to news that he has Stage 4 cancer. "Steve, this is where I'm so humbled and grateful, because I had no idea," he told me, while resting on a downed, bench-sized tree limb in his beloved Orange County woods. After his doctor said Andy's hip
(2024-09-20). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org Renault Korea workers strike over wages; Bangladeshi tea garden workers demand higher wages and better conditions; Australia: Rail workers in NSW impose bans; New Zealand ambulance staff to hold second national strike…
(2024-09-20). Third postal contract expires with no deal reached as APWU bureaucracy prepares sellout. wsws.org This means that three of the four postal unions are now working under expired contracts, even as USPS management is carrying out an historic attack on jobs and on postal services under the "Delivering for America" restructuring program.
(2024-09-20). Union prepares to suppress opposition to GM's job cuts in Brazil. wsws.org Against the illusions promoted by the union, GM workers showed their determination to fight by voting down two contract proposals at Monday's mass assembly.
(2024-09-20). US-backed opposition in Venezuela suffers further setbacks after its candidate fled to Spain. wsws.org The Biden administration has responded with relative quiescence to recent setbacks in its effort to overthrow President Nicolás Maduro, prioritizing the uninterrupted flow of oil.
(2024-09-20). The JVP/NPP presidential campaign—a trap for the Sri Lankan working class. wsws.org Were the JVP/NPP to come to power, it would rapidly come into open and violent conflict with the working class, using communalist incitement and the security forces, with whom it has long colluded, to divide and suppress the working class.
(2024-09-20). Boar's Head closes Virginia plant responsible for listeria outbreak that killed 9 and hospitalized at least 57. wsws.org The sudden closure of the Jarratt, Virginia, facility leaves 600 workers without jobs or forced to relocate.
(2024-09-20). New studies show growing risk of chronic neurological diseases associated with Long COVID. wsws.org The 9th wave of the pandemic and new research into the neurological effects of Long COVID have firmly established the criminality of the "forever COVID" policy.
(2024-09-20). Protests break out against police shooting in the New York City subway. wsws.org Protests against the police shooting of an alleged fare evader and two bystanders on Wednesday were confronted with brutality by the New York Police Department.
(2024-09-20). Large class sizes and "well below" average spending on early years education in UK schools, OECD reports. wsws.org Not only does the UK fare badly in terms of early years spending, but class sizes across the age range are larger than those in Mexico, Turkey and Colombia.
(2024-09-20). Large class sizes and "well below" average spending on early years education in UK schools, OECD reports. wsws.org Not only does the UK fare badly in terms of early years spending, but class sizes across the age range are larger than those in Mexico, Turkey and Columbia.
(2024-09-20). SEP (Sri Lanka) holds powerful meeting to conclude its presidential election campaign. wsws.org The Colombo meeting was addressed by SEP (US) presidential candidate Joe Kishore, who spoke via an online link, and followed by a presentation from Pani Wijesiriwardane, the SEP's presidential candidate in Sri Lanka.
(2024-09-20). Trump's planned visit to Springfield, Ohio: An incitement to violence. wsws.org In another incendiary appeal to violence, Trump told a rally that he would travel to cities with large immigrant populations to show his opposition.
(2024-09-20). Seattle dockworkers support Boeing strikers. wsws.org Dockworkers are expressing their solidarity with the Boeing rank-and-file workers' revolt against the International Association of Machinists leadership.
(2024-09-20). Stop the attack on Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio! wsws.org On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania-Ohio Educators Rank-and-File Safety Committee met, discussed and passed the following resolution condemning the fascist violence being directed against Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio.
(2024-09-20). Samsung India workers' strike continues in face of mounting state repression. wsws.org The Stalinist- led CITU is assisting Samsung management by diverting workers toward futile appeals to the pro-investor DMK-led Tamil Nadu government.
(2024-09-20). On defensive from mass anger, UAW President Fain threatens strike action "if necessary" against Stellantis. wsws.org In an effort to contain the growing opposition of auto workers to layoffs at Stellantis before the 2024 elections, Shawn Fain, president of the UAW, gave a speech on Tuesday that combined vague talk of strike action with economic nationalism.
(2024-09-20). The new EU Commission: Militaristic, right-wing, authoritarian. wsws.org Responsibility for foreign policy and defence will in future lie with representatives of two Baltic states, Estonia and Lithuania, which are home to less than 1 percent of the EU population but are known for their hysterical hostility towards Russia.
(2024-09-20). Bowing to government pressure, German arts centre cancels Guernica Gaza exhibition. wsws.org On September 6, an exhibition of the series of collages by Palestinian-Gazan artist Mohammed Al Hawajri should have opened at the Bahnhof Langendreer arts centre.
(2024-09-20). Draghi report reveals deep crisis of European capitalism. wsws.org The report arose out of the recognition that as a result of slowing growth, extending back decades and virtual stagnation in recent years, the EU is falling ever further behind the US and China in its economic development.
(2024-09-20). Unifor announces tentative agreement at GM's CAMI plant after indefinitely extending strike deadline. wsws.org While Unifor Local 88 Plant Chair Mike Van Boekel boasted in a statement that it was a deal the bargaining team could be "proud of," the union is withholding details of the agreement from workers until a ratification meeting which is scheduled for 10 a.m. Sunday, September 22.
(2024-09-20). The Harris campaign represents the broad and powerful anti-MAGA movement. peoplesworld.org 
Vice President Kamala Harris's entrance into the 2024 presidential race has transformed a limping electoral contest into a full-blooded dash to the finish line. Perhaps what seems to be the most underappreciated is Harris's expressed recognition of this unprecedented moment in the nation's life—bloodthirsty, stultifying tyranny vs. forward-looking democratic freedoms. Likewise, in the period leading …
(2024-09-20). French Communist Party leader: Macron wins gold medal in election theft. peoplesworld.org 
PARIS—The Paris Olympics may be over, but there are still medals to be handed out. And according to Fabien Roussel, national secretary of the French Communist Party (PCF), President Emmanuel Macron has earned gold when it comes to stealing elections. "In first place among the thieves is still Macron, Olympic champion of hacking the ballot …
(2024-09-20). California is proof there is no such thing as a 'safe state'. peoplesworld.org 
LOS ANGELES -What happens in a California congressional race and other local actions won't stay in California. A few congressional races alone will have a huge impact on working-class people's everyday lives here and across the country. The congressional race in California's 27th district, for example, is a battle between two distinct visions for the …
(2024-09-20). As California burns, the working class bears the brunt. peoplesworld.org 
LOS ANGELES-So far in 2024, wildfires have burned over 800,000 acres throughout the state of California and destroyed thousands of structures and properties. Climate change is making wildfires worse and the trend is expected to continue without serious intervention. Data shows that low-income people, marginalized communities, and farm workers face greater risks from wildfires and …
(2024-09-20). California seniors empowered: Medicare and Social Security on the ballot in November. peoplesworld.org 
SANTA CLARITA, Calif.—What role will California's seniors play in the 2024 election cycle? If the California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA), the statewide unit of ARA, has any impact, it will be substantial. Beginning on Sept. 4 and extending through Sept. 26, CARA is holding a series of regional conventions for members to become educated …
(2024-09-20). Unconscious while Black: Justin Robinson's death by D.C. cop sparks outrage. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON——Early Sunday morning on Labor Day weekend, 26-year-old Justin Robinson was unresponsive in his car in the parking lot of McDonald's newly named Marion Barry SE after a car accident had occurred. What followed was allegedly an execution-style murder by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). No first aid was administered after the shooting. Brian Gilchrist …
(2024-09-20). Redmond: Labor has 'the responsibility to lead' the fight for democracy. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON —AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond is repeating a somber warning to workers, union and non-union alike: This November's election is not just about the presidency, but about democracy. Redmond told a panel discussion at the Labor Department on September 17, the anniversary of the founders' signing the Constitution, that organized labor must lead the fight …
(2024-09-20). Turkey joins western critical minerals club amid EU-China rivalry. middleeasteye.net 
Turkey joins western critical minerals club amid EU-China rivalry | US- and EU-led Minerals Security Partnership Forum may benefit Turkish rare earth infrastructure and offer an alternative to Beijing | | Samples of rare earth minerals cerium oxide, bastnasite, neodymium oxide and lanthan…
(2024-09-20). G7 Energy Ministers Address Ukraine's Power Crisis. devdiscourse.com Energy ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) industrialized powers, along with representatives from other nations, are set to convene on Monday to address the critical state of Ukraine's power infrastructure. Italy's foreign minister announced this development, noting that the country's energy system has suffered significant damage due to ongoing Russian attacks since the full-scale invasion commenced in February 2022.
(2024-09-20). EU Pledges €35 Billion Loan to Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict. devdiscourse.com The European Union has committed to issuing a substantial loan of up to 35 billion euros ($39.06 billion) to support Ukraine as it remains entangled in a protracted war with Russia. The announcement came from EU Commission President Ursulo von der Leyen on Friday.
(2024-09-20). Amid Putin Threat, NATO Chief Raises Alarm In Farewell Speech; 'Bad News For Bloc Is That…' | Watch. hindustantimes.com North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg delivered during his farewell speech in Brussels on Thursday. Stoltenberg spoke about the 'bad news,' stating that allies' 2 percent GDP spending on defence was 'no longer enough'. Stoltenberg reiterated that the 'quickest way' to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine was to 'lose it.' He, however, noted that it 'will not bring peace, it will bring Russian occupation.'
(2024-09-20). Captured Ukrainian Soldier Exposes Zelensky On Cam; 'Sent On One-Way Mission To Kursk…' | Russia War. hindustantimes.com Russian Defence Ministry released a video of a captured Ukrainian soldier. In the video, Ukrainian serviceman Viktor Pavlushin spoke of horrors taking place in the AFU ranks. He said "I was already thinking of shooting myself." Watch this video for more.
(2024-09-20). Putin Visits Drone Factory, Makes This Big Announcement Days After 'Direct War' Threat To West. hindustantimes.com A day after announcing new weapons plans, Russia President Vladimir Putin visited a key drone factory, signaling a potential escalation as the West grows increasingly desperate to end the Ukraine war. This visit comes on the heels of his decision to focus on the "re-equipment of the army and navy". During the visit, Putin also held a meeting with top officials to discuss ramping up the production of next-generation drones, underscoring his intent to strengthen Russia's military capabilities. Watch the full video for more.
(2024-09-20). Putin's 'Electronic Warfare' Targets U.S. Spy Drone Over NATO Nation; 'Flew Erratically Before…'. hindustantimes.com
(2024-09-20). In Belgrade, Art Meets Faith: The Premiere of People of Christ. Our Time with Kusturica and Global Voices. pressenza.com 
On September 18 in Belgrade I received two invitations, one for a solemn evening at the Embassy of the largest country in the world, and the second, which I could not avoid attending: the press premiere of the film "People of Christ. Our Time", whose credits among the team of creators include my beloved Emir Kusturica, Jovan Markovic, and names of people from Ukraine, Italy and Serbia who are unknown to me, but also catch my attention. | By Tanja Stankovic | Already from the entrance to our legendary "Yugoslav Film Library" I saw many people who personify today's Serbia and the Balkans. Politicians chatted with r…
(2024-09-20). The Ukraine war: von der Leyen's "geopolitical coup" defenddemocracy.press How von der Leyen used the Russia-Ukraine war to massively expand the Commission's powers — and supranationalise the EU's security policy By Thomas Fazi Sep 17, 2024 Among the several tragic implications of the war in Ukraine, there is one that has gone relatively unnoticed: the way in which Ursula von der Leyen has used …
(2024-09-20). An interview with LINKS candidates: "We have to fight together for a just international system" lefteast.org
(2024-09-20). The Secret Plot To Buy American Democracy. levernews.com 
(2024-09-20). Ozone Layer on Track for Full Recovery, WMO Report Says. pressenza.com Earth's ozone layer — damaged in the 1970s and 1980s by ozone-depleting substances — is continuing to recover well, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)'s newest By Cristen Hemingway Jaynes | United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres noted that the planet's
(2024-09-20). Activists in Philly Have a Novel Approach to Help De-Oppress Society. pressenza.com Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's Anti-Oppression Resource and Training Alliance (AORTA) helps organizations restructure for greater equity. | By Damon Orion | In 2019, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America
(2024-09-20). The 5th BNM Balochistan International Conference in Geneva, A Call for Justice and Liberation. pressenza.com 
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organized its 5th Balochistan International Conference in Geneva Switzerland, marking a significant moment in the global advocacy for Balochistan's independence. This conference saw the participation of hundreds of BNM activists and prominent human rights defenders, all united in raising awareness about the ongoing human rights violations and the Baloch people's struggle for liberation. | The conference was hosted by Shali Dad, the Joint General Secretary of BNM Germany chapter, and Iman Baloch, setting the stage for a series of powerful speeches by notable figures from around t…
(2024-09-20). Book review: Redeeming Africa through Philanthrocapitalism. pressenza.com 
Aaron Eddens (2024). Seeding Empire: American Philanthrocapital and the Roots of the Green Revolution in Africa. University of California Press, Oakland, California. | by Mesay Berhanu Gemechu | In his 2024 book, Seeding Empire, Aaron Eddens, a scholar in American Studies and Assistant Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies at Grand Valley State University in Michigan, U.S.A., argues the need to maintain a broader perspective for a better understanding of the Green Revolution right from its historical roots. He questions the assumptions that frame Africa as a locus of "emergency". He also itiques the longstanding…
(2024-09-20). Connecting the dots between climate destruction and its financial backers. pressenza.com Standing on a mobile stage in a suburban Philadelphia park on July 3, Ugandan human rights activist Hillary Taylor poured a cup of dirt into a clay vase. "This soil represents all my communities in Uganda and Tanzania," he said to a crowd of 300 people gathered near the global headquarters of Vanguard, the world's largest fossil fuel investor. | By Eve Gutman | This was the start of a major day of action for
(2024-09-20). Gross revenue of Black Myth: Wukong exceeds $961 mln. ecns.cn Latest data released on Friday by VG Insights, a video game market research platform, showed that the gross revenue of Chinese game Black Myth: Wukong has exceeded 6.7 billion yuan (about $961 million), with 20 million units of copies sold.
(2024-09-20). China, Nepal to hold joint military drill. ecns.cn The 4th joint military drill between Chinese and Nepalese armies will kick off in southwest China's Chongqing in late September, authorities said on Friday.
(2024-09-20). China stands firm on kindness, justice after stabbing of Japanese minor. ecns.cn A 10-year-old Japanese student sadly passed away after being stabbed on the way to school in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, by a Chinese man, causing wide sympathy for the victim and rage toward the perpetrator.
(2024-09-20). Mid-Autumn Festival Cultural Salon held in Vietnam. ecns.cn The "Sharing the Same Moon" Mid-Autumn Festival Cultural Salon was held in Hanoi, capital of Vietnam, on September 18.
(2024-09-20). (W.E. Talk) Russian scholar Vladimir Petrovsky: Respect different civilizations and seek common development. ecns.cn Over eight hundred well-known Chinese and foreign experts, scholars, writers, artists and industry leaders gathered in Beijing to discuss their thoughts on cultural exchanges, inheritance and innovation.
(2024-09-20). EconoScope | Fed's aggressive rate cut reveals sluggish U.S. economy: analysts. ecns.cn The Federal Reserve (Fed) is clearly aware of the weakness in the labor market; otherwise, it wouldn't have resorted to such an unconventional move by cutting rates by 50 basis points right from the start, analysts at China International Capital Corporation Limited told China News Network.
(2024-09-20). China, EU express political will to resolve differences on EV through consultations: MOFCOM. ecns.cn Chinese Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao and the European Commission Executive Vice President and Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis held a comprehensive, in-depth, and constructive consultation in Brussels on Thursday.
(2024-09-20). China and Japan reach agreement on ocean discharge of Fukushima nuclear-contaminated water. ecns.cn On August 24, 2023, the Japanese government unilaterally started the discharge of nuclear-contaminated water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station into the ocean.
(2024-09-20). Xi holds talks with Malaysia's king. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday held talks with Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar in Beijing.
(2024-09-20). China to face 14th typhoon this year. ecns.cn Pulasan, the 14th typhoon of the year as counted by China's meteorological authorities, made a second landfall in Shanghai's Fengxian district on Thursday night, three days after Typhoon Bebinca hit the city.
(2024-09-20). Municipal archives to be made public. ecns.cn The Beijing Municipal Archives will release around 30,000 files to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, which falls on Oct 1.
(2024-09-20). Beijing Daxing airport flying high as it nears its fifth anniversary. ecns.cn In five years, the airport handled over 110 million passenger trips, becoming one of the major air hubs in and out the capital.
(2024-09-20). Black-necked cranes migrate to Qinghai for winte. ecns.cn The Arak Lake is located in the northeast of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the southern foot of Burkhambuda Mountain at the eastern end of the East Kunlun Mountains. The black-necked cranes, the first class protected animals in China, are migrating to winter habitat in Qinghai.
(2024-09-20). Performance staged to celebrate 2024 Beijing Culture Forum. ecns.cn The 2024 Beijing Culture Forum, themed "Enhance Cultural Exchanges for Common Progress", opened on Thursday and will run until Saturday.
(2024-09-20). Two oilfields in South China Sea put into operation. ecns.cn The project is located in eastern South China Sea and consists of 2 oilfields, Liuhua 11-1 and Liuhua 4-1, with an average water depth of about 305 meters. The main production facilities include a new deep-water jacket platform "Haiji-2" and a cylindrical FPSO "Haikui-1".
(2024-09-20). China launches 2 satellites for BeiDou-3 Navigation Satellite System. ecns.cn A Long March-3B carrier rocket and the Yuanzheng-1 (Expedition-1) upper stage carrying the 59th and 60th satellites for the Beidou-3 Navigation Satellite System blasts off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province, Sept. 19, 2024.
(2024-09-20). China sends six satellites into space. ecns.cn A Long March-2D carrier rocket carrying Jilin-1 Kuanfu 02B01-06 satellites blasts off from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province, Sept. 20, 2024.
(2024-09-20). Bridge undergoes static load testing in Sichuan. ecns.cn Trucks loaded with goods park on the Rongshan Yangtze River Bridge to conduct static load testing in Hejiang County of Luzhou City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Sept. 19, 2024.
(2024-09-20). France's Serrano wins target-hitting title at Wingsuit World Championship. ecns.cn French wingsuit pilot Ambroise Serrano claimed the target-hitting title at the tenth World Wingsuit League (WWL) Wingsuit World Championship at Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie, central China's Hunan Province on Thursday."ÄÄ…
(2024-09-20). China-Vietnam Mid-Autumn Festival Gala debuted in Ho Chi Minh City. ecns.cn On the eve of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the China-Vietnam Mid-Autumn Festival Gala was successfully held at the Chinese Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City. Dancers dressed like Chang'e, the moon goddess in China, distributed cultural creative products to the audience. In addition, a cultural salon and a photography exhibition are also included in the event.
(2024-09-20). China-Myanmar Friends Celebrate a Mid-Autumn Cultural Feast. ecns.cn A Mid-Autumn Festival Poetry Gala and Cultural Experience event themed "A MOONMENT TO REMEMBER" was held at the Yangon's China Cultural Center in Myanmar.
(2024-09-20). Mid-Autumn Fair in Botswana attracts thousands. ecns.cn The Botswana Chinese Mid-Autumn Culture Fair held at Airport Junction Shopping Center has attracted thousands of local residents and overseas Chinese to celebrate the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival. It not only showcased Chinese traditional culture but also promoted cultural exchange and interaction between the people of China and Botswana.
(2024-09-20). Insights | German industry expert urges cooperation as EV tariff vote looms. ecns.cn As the European Union's vote on imposing more tariffs on China-made electric vehicles (EVs) looms, opinions among different automakers and countries are divided. Recently, Marten Rauschenberg, CEO of the AsiaBerlin Summit, emphasized the importance of cooperation rather than confrontation in an interview with China News Network.
(2024-09-20). Unlocking Chinese Cities | One in three of the world's toothbrushes are made in Hangji. ecns.cn Did you know that one in every three toothbrushes worldwide is manufactured in this small town in Jiangsu Province? Hangji produces an astounding 7.5 billion toothbrushes annually, accounting for over 80% of China's toothbrush output and an impressive 35% of global production. This small town is making a big impact.
(2024-09-20). Diseases linked to climate change to be monitored. ecns.cn China plans to improve early warning systems for climate-sensitive diseases and strengthen the medical system's resilience and emergency response ability to extreme climate events as part of efforts to tackle climate change.
(2024-09-20). Schools extend breaks between classes. ecns.cn Primary and secondary schools across multiple Chinese cities have extended class breaks from 10 to 15 minutes from the start of the fall semester in an effort to encourage outdoor activities among both students and teachers.
(2024-09-20). Bangladesh students script a victory undaunted by repression. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). The Case for the Complete Removal of IMF Surcharges: Historical Precedents and a Growing Burden. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). In solidarity with the people of the southeast of Moroccoand all those affected by the floods after September 8, 2024. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). Global Week of Action for Climate Finance and a Fossil-Free Future! cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). The IMF and the World Bank in the time of Coronavirus: the failed campaign for a new image. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). The popular uprising in Ecuador on 22nd June 2022 and similarities with other rebellions in Europe and Latin America. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). The Algerian people reiterate their rejection of military rule. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). Fanon and the Psychology of Oppression and Liberation. cadtm.org
(2024-09-20). CEO pay soars 1,085% since 1978, workers' pay stagnates. nationofchange.org This widening gap reflects a troubling trend in the U.S. economy, where wealth continues to concentrate at the top, leaving ordinary workers behind.
(2024-09-20). JD Vance hints at Elon Musk's role in targeting Social Security under Trump's 'efficiency' plan. nationofchange.org Republican vice-presidential nominee J.D. Vance reveals Elon Musk could lead a commission to cut federal spending, with Social Security and the Department of Defense as potential targets. The billionaire's past decision-making raises concerns about the future of essential programs.
(2024-09-20). Why it's essential for America to own supply chains. nationofchange.org Only domestic ownership of manufacturing supply chains—from the sourcing of raw materials like titanium sponge to the production of goods like airplane components—will keep the nation strong.
(2024-09-20). Upstream electrification: A game changer for cutting oil and gas emissions by 80%. nationofchange.org Electrifying oil and gas production facilities with renewable energy could reduce emissions by over 80%, offering a path toward climate goals and industry sustainability. But logistical and economic hurdles remain.
(2024-09-20). "Homegrown": Film Embeds with Proud Boys, Trump Supporters, Before, During & After Insurrection. democracynow.org 
The Secret Service recently announced the next electoral count after the November election is scheduled for January 6, 2025, and this time the event will be classified under the same security level as the inauguration itself. The move follows a request by Washington, D.C.'s mayor and a recommendation by the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol. This comes as former President Donald Trump dodged a question during last week's debate with Kamala Harris about his January 6 actions and refused to acknowledge his 2020 loss. For more, we speak with the director of the…
(2024-09-20). LinkedIn is training its AI using your posts and articles without your permission. expose-news.com LinkedIn has been using user-generated content, including posts and articles, to train its generative AI models without obtaining consent from users. The platform updated its privacy policy and FAQ section to reflect …
(2024-09-20). PlasmidGate: Testing in Australia confirms mRNA injections contain plasmid DNA and SV40 promoter. expose-news.com Independent testing commissioned for an Australian Federal Court case revealed synthetic plasmid DNA contamination in Pfizer and Moderna mRNA covid-19 vaccine vials at levels significantly exceeding the regulatory limit set by the …
(2024-09-20). In 10 points, what does the Pact for the Future tell us? expose-news.com In a series of articles and interviews, Dr. Meryl Nass has been highlighting the 'Pact for the Future' that the UN hopes will be adopted by 193 nations at the Summit of …
(2024-09-20). UK's solution to unreliable "renewable" energy: Variable energy pricing plus smart meters means consumers will intermittently switch off their own electricity supply. expose-news.com The UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband's energy policies compromise energy security. These policies include proposed tax increases on North Sea oil and gas profits and potential bans on new oil and gas …
(2024-09-20). We're Fighting for Our Lives. expose-news.com Euthanasia or "doctor assisted suicide" isn't about an easy, quick, painless death. And it isn't about giving people a choice. It's about killing people. We're literally fighting for our lives, Dr. Vernon …
(2024-09-20). Bernie Spofforth: Without free speech, there is no democracy. Without democracy, there is only tyranny. expose-news.com Bernadette Spofforth has broken her silence and posted a video message on Twitter. "Without free speech, there is no democracy and without democracy there really is only tyranny. And to be treated …
(2024-09-20). Bombshell Court Order: FDA Admits Graphene Oxide Found in Pfizer mRNA Vaccines — Confidential Docs Exposed! expose-news.com The Covid-19 vaccines have been at the centre of a heated debate since their introduction, with many questions and concerns raised about their safety and effectiveness. Speculation has also been rife that …
(2024-09-20). Shocking CDC Revelation: COVID Vaccine Linked to 24-Year Lifespan Reduction — Is Your Health at Risk? expose-news.com The long-term consequences of Covid-19 vaccination are now being realised… Over a year ago, double vaccinated Australians were 10.72x more likely to catch Omicron than the unvaxxed. Now they are 20x more …
(2024-09-20). Canciller de Cuba llega a Nueva York para debate de alto nivel de ONU. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) El canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, arribó hoy a Nueva York para asistir a la 79 Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas, donde denunciará el impacto del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos a la isla.
(2024-09-20). Canciller de Cuba en Nueva York para debate de alto nivel de la ONU. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) El canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, arribó hoy a Nueva York para asistir a la 79 Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas, donde denunciará el impacto del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos a la isla.
(2024-09-20). US Fears Brazil Will Threaten Its Power in UN Security Council. globalresearch.ca Washington does not support Brazil's entry into the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for fear that the country will adopt divergent positions in votes on issues critical to the United States and that it will be another BRICS member in …
(2024-09-20). What Is "Power in Global Politics" and International Relations? Dr. V. Sotirovic. globalresearch.ca Power in Politics: | Power is the ability to make people, states, movements, organizations, or things do what they would not otherwise have done. It is a matter of fact that politics is seen to be about might rather than right. …
(2024-09-20). The U.S. Has Killed More Than 20 Million People in 37 "Victim Nations" Since World War II. globalresearch.ca
(2024-09-20). Ryan Routh, The Man Who Tried to Assassinate Donald Trump, Wrote a Book That Sounds Like it Was Written by A "CIA Asset"? globalresearch.ca Ryan Routh has been all over the news since Sunday after his arrest for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump. | The media has emphasized Routh's previous criminal record and social media posts that echoed Democratic Party talking points regarding the 2024 …
(2024-09-20). Geórgia teme interferência ocidental nas suas eleiàßàµes. globalresearch.ca A Geórgia está a atravessar um ponto de viragem na sua história. O país resistiu recentemente a uma série de tentativas de sabotagem e mudanàßa de regime devido à sua posiàßà£o neutra no conflito entre a Rússia e a OTAN. …
(2024-09-20). Zelensky apela abertamente ao terrorismo contra os russos comuns. globalresearch.ca O regime de Kiev já nà£o esconde a sua natureza terrorista e extremista. Numa entrevista recente aos meios de comunicaàßà£o ocidentais, o Presidente ucraniano, Vladimir Zelensky, apelou abertamente à promoàßà£o do terror contra os cidadà£os russos. Segundo ele, esta seria …
(2024-09-20). Swimming Against the Current: The Philosophical Foundations of Contrarian Analysis. globalresearch.ca Contrarian analysis isn't just a contrarian quirk; it boasts a rich intellectual heritage stretching back centuries. | Imagine a world of homogenous thought, where everyone chants the same tune. | Contrarian analysis throws a wrench into this echo chamber, refusing to accept …
(2024-09-20). The Mastermind of the Chemical Attacks in Syria. globalresearch.ca The man who orchestrated the chemical attacks in Syria has died in Idlib. Mohamed Amin Khalid al-Hamoud was a chemical engineer, who was in control of the chemical weapons for Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), headed by According …
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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?
(2024-09-20). U.S. Presidential candidates target voters across generations. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are trying to win votes from older Americans who reliably show up to vote to younger people who vote less often. Each generation has distinct concerns they want to address. CGTN's Jim Spellman has more.
(2024-09-20). Thrilling Re-Run: 'Tumbbad' Outshines Original Earnings. devdiscourse.com Actor-producer Sohum Shah's film "Tumbbad" has surpassed its original earnings with Rs 13.44 crore net in its re-run at the domestic box office. This figure exceeds the revenue it made when first released in 2018.
(2024-09-20). KRN Heat Exchanger and Refrigeration Ltd. Sets IPO Price Band for Rs 342-Crore Issue. devdiscourse.com KRN Heat Exchanger and Refrigeration Ltd on Friday announced a price band of Rs 209 to Rs 220 per share for its Rs 342-crore initial public offering (IPO), with proceeds aimed at driving the company's expansion plans.
(2024-09-20). Health Minister Calls for Stricter Food Safety Standards to Tackle Innovative Trends. devdiscourse.com Health Minister J P Nadda underscored the urgency for strict food safety standards and a dynamic regulatory framework to meet new food trends like plant-based proteins, insect proteins, and lab-grown meat. Speaking at the inaugural session of a global food regulators summit in New Delhi, Nadda emphasized adopting organic farming worldwide to mitigate pesticide risks.
(2024-09-20). Delhi High Court Dismisses Swati Maliwal's Plea in Corruption Case. devdiscourse.com The Delhi High Court dismissed a plea by Rajya Sabha member Swati Maliwal on Friday that challenged the framing of charges against her under anti-corruption laws. These charges date back to her tenure as the chief of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW).
(2024-09-20). Ex-Uttar Pradesh Minister's Bail Denied in High-Profile Gang Rape Case. devdiscourse.com The Allahabad High Court on Friday denied bail to Gayatri Prasad Prajapati, a former Uttar Pradesh minister currently serving a life sentence for gang rape. The ruling came from Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Mohd FA Khan of the Lucknow bench.
(2024-09-20). Indian Lifter Loganathan Dhanush Secures Historic Bronze at Junior World Championships. devdiscourse.com Indian lifter Loganathan Dhanush on Friday claimed the bronze medal in the 55 kg weight category at the IWF Junior World Weightlifting Championships. This achievement marks the first-ever medal for an Indian male athlete in the Junior weightlifting World Championships.
(2024-09-20). Zhou Guanyu: Fighting for Sauber Seat Amidst Uncertain Future in Formula One. devdiscourse.com Zhou Guanyu, China's pioneering Formula One driver, expressed his unwavering determination to secure his seat at Sauber for the coming races as his future remains precarious.
(2024-09-20). Huawei's Mate XT Launch Sparks Mixed Reactions Amid High Costs and Supply Challenges. devdiscourse.com Huawei and Apple's latest smartphones hit the Chinese market on Friday, yet Huawei's enthusiasts faced disappointment as the eagerly awaited $2,800 Mate XT was unavailable for walk-in customers. At Huawei's flagship store in Shenzhen, only those with confirmed pre-orders could buy the tri-foldable device, leaving many self-proclaimed 'super fans' frustrated.
(2024-09-20). Children with diabetes wrongfully treated for malaria, taken to witchdoctors. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Health workers have been asked to be keen in checking blood glucose for every child who reports to the hospital with any health complaint. According to Diabetologist Dr William Lumu, this will help them diagnose those who present with diabetes early enough and put them on treatment. Lumu who …
(2024-09-20). Global health organizations unite to address capnography gap in anesthesia. independent.co.ug 
Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | A coalition of leading global health organizations has joined forces to address a critical gap in anaesthesia safety: the lack of capnography in low-resource settings. At the ALL-Africa Anaesthesia Congress, organizations including Lifebox, Smile Train, the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA), and the South African Society of …
(2024-09-20). Karamoja artisanal miners join fight to end child labour. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The artisanal miners in the districts of Moroto and Nakapiripirit have joined the fight to end child labor in the mining areas. Child labor has persisted in Karamoja for a long time as families have no choice but to put their children to work in the mines to get food. …
(2024-09-20). Match between Inter Milan and AC Milan takes centre stage this weekend. independent.co.ug 
Madrid, SPAIN | THE INDEPENDENT | Aside from the usual bragging rights which will be on the line between these two heavyweights of Italian and European football, the Milan derby will also be key in the fate of 'Rossoneri' manager Paulo Fonseca, who finds himself under pressure after his team's shoddy start to the season. A …
(2024-09-20). Mpox cases in Africa approach 30,000 mark: Africa CDC. independent.co.ug 
ADDIS ABABA | Xinhua | The total number of mpox cases in Africa has risen to 29,152, including 6,105 confirmed cases and 738 deaths, since the start of 2024, according to the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). Africa CDC Director-General Jean Kaseya, in addressing a special online media briefing on the …
(2024-09-20). Policeman arrested for releasing attempted murder suspect. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police in Gulu District have arrested one of their own for unlawfully releasing a suspect behind the attempted murder of her four-year-old stepdaughter. The suspect was identified as Detective Sergeant No.32606 Bosco Ociti, attached to the Awach sub-county model policing station in Awach Sub-County. He was arrested on …
(2024-09-20). Rabies hits Kabale District. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kabale district has been put on high alert following increased attacks by rabid dogs. The disease, prevented by vaccinating dogs, has so far claimed the life of a primary two pupil at Kibuga primary school in Kibuga sub-county. Angel Amanyabyona who died last week was trekking to his grandparents' …
(2024-09-20). Reach a Hand Uganda intervenes in Kasese as teen pregnancies rise. independent.co.ug 
Reach a Hand Uganda Holds Intergenerational and Religious Dialogues to Address SRHR in the Rwenzori Region Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Reach A Hand Uganda and Save The Children Uganda are hosting the 9th Intergenerational and Religious Dialogues in Kasese in response to the district registering a high percentage of HIV/AIDS infections and teenage …
(2024-09-20). This photograph is not of Uganda Martyrs! independent.co.ug 
Curators Correct Mistaken Identity of Uganda Martyrs Namugongo, Uganda | CHRISTOPHER KISEKKA — URN | One of the most iconic photographs capturing what many thought were the faces of the earliest Catholic converts in Uganda has come under fresh scrutiny. Curators now say the people in the photograph were not the converts who were martyred …
(2024-09-20). Unlucky Nebbi businessman Tumwine robbed of sh30million. independent.co.ug 
Nebbi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Unknown assailants armed with machetes and a hammer have robbed a businessman of sh30.6 million #along the Nebbi-Paidah Road. The robbery occurred on Thursday at around 5: 45 am in Pawung Bida Cell, Central Division, Nebbi Municipality. According to preliminary reports, Emmanuel Tumwine, a businessman from Wakiso District, was traveling …
(2024-09-20). Equity Bank aiming for 100% digital transactions for its customers. independent.co.ug 
SMEs Encouraged To Embrace Equity Bank Technology For Growth, Sustainability and Ease Of Market Access Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | Up to 96% of all customer transactions at Equity Bank Uganda are already through digital channels. About 50% of all Equity Bank Uganda customers are tele-connected and can access their accounts at their convenience wherever …
(2024-09-20). Jinja Hospital steps up oxygen production, supplies east and north Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Jinja Regional Referral Hospital has significantly increased its oxygen production capacity. The Hospital is now capable of supplying oxygen to health facilities across the Busoga sub-region and extending to areas like Teso, Elgon, Karamoja, and parts of Northern Uganda. This boost in production was made possible through the construction …
(2024-09-20). KARUMA: UWA agrees to waive transit fees through Murchison. independent.co.ug 
Karuma, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Travelers to West Nile and Northern Uganda will be exempted from entry fees to the Murchison Falls National Park while Karuma Bridge remains closed for repairs. Uganda Wildlife Authority on Thursday issued a statement saying there will be no fees for vehicles transiting through Tangi-Bugungu gates via Bulisa Town …
(2024-09-20). Mystery in Kagadi as thugs decide to steal Centenary Bank keys. independent.co.ug 
Kagadi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The police in Kagadi are currently pursuing unidentified thugs who raided Namilyango Cell in Kagadi Town Council, Kagadi District, on Wednesday night and stole three keys belonging to Centenary Bank's Kagadi branch. The exact time of the raid remains unknown. The thieves targeted the home of Tom Luswata, a …
(2024-09-20). Rebecca Cheptegei was more than a victim. independent.co.ug 
I race because I love to train and compete, but for many young African girls raised in poverty, running is the surest way to provide financial security to their families ANALYSIS | MALINDI ELMORE | The day before my Olympic marathon race in Paris, I jogged around the Olympic Village to stretch out my legs and …
(2024-09-20). Will old 'Tororo Issues' decide election results come 2026? independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | LOUIS JADWONG | What was said at an ordinary visit to Tororo by President Yoweri Museveni last week could turn out to be decisive in the 2026 elections in the mineral-rich district. President Yoweri Museveni, among other things, admonished 'Badaama' and Iteso who each, he alleged, do not want the other to speak their …
(2024-09-20). Jewish groups rap Trump for threatening Jews against voting for Harris. haaretz.com 'Thousands of years of history have shown that scapegoating Jews can lead to antisemitic hate and violence,' one organization says, while another accuses Trump of 'treating Jewish safety as a protection racket'…
(2024-09-20). Kadyrov Fumes At Elon Musk, Accuses Him Of 'Deactivating' Cybertruck Gifted By Tesla CEO. hindustantimes.com Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov accused Tesla CEO Elon Musk of remotely switching off his Cybertruck. In a Telegram post, Kadyrov said, "Elon Musk behaved badly. He gives expensive gifts from his heart and then remotely unlocks them." Watch this video for more.
(2024-09-20). Tirupati Temple Prasad Row: Massive Political Row | Here's What Congress, BJP, TDP & Others Said. hindustantimes.com Massive political row erupts after TDP claimed the use of animal fat for preparing Prasadam offered at the Shri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala. TDP chief and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu blasted Jagan Mohan Reddy, accusing his government of damaging the sanctity of the holy place. Watch this video to know the political reactions on the row.
(2024-09-20). US Senate Hearing: Facebook Cornered Over Hunter Biden Laptop Saga; Zuckerberg Aide Says… | Election. hindustantimes.com
(2024-09-20). Putin Visits Drone Factory, Makes This Big Announcement Days After 'Direct War' Threat To West. hindustantimes.com
(2024-09-20). 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…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: Palliative medicine for cancer patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Patients undergoing cancer treatments often use palliative medicine to cope with nausea, fatigue and other bothersome symptoms. Palliative medicine is a medical specialty whose main focus is supporting patients and families/caregivers who need help managing symptoms related to cancer or side effects related to the treatment of cancer, along with other life-limiting diseases. Dr. Touré Barksdale, a Mayo Clinic cancer rehabilitation and palliative medicine specialist, explains the benefits of palliative care. Watch: The Mayo Clinic…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is TIL therapy? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Melanoma is a dangerous form of skin cancer that has the potential to spread to other parts of the body. Approximately 100,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with melanoma this year, according to the American Cancer Society. In early 2024, the Food and Drug Administration approved a new treatment for advanced melanoma called tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte therapy (TIL therapy). Dr. James Jakub, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, explains that TIL therapy can be a one-time…
(2024-09-20). (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…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: What you should know about prostate cancer screening. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The prostate is a small gland in males that aids in reproduction. Prostate cancer is one the most common types of cancer, and when it's detected early, often by a simple blood test, it has the best chance for successful treatment. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/-hyeNxs4Jic Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 04) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. "Prostate cancer is incredibly common, probably…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to prepare for the 2024-25 influenza season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's time to protect yourself and your family for the upcoming flu season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released updated 2024-25 vaccine recommendations for the upcoming influenza season. As always, it's strongly recommended that everyone 6 months of age and older get vaccinated for influenza. Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician with the Mayo Clinic Children's Center, says the flu vaccine is one of the most effective ways to reduce the severity of…
(2024-09-20). 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…
(2024-09-20). Using a molecular scissors to improve CAR-T cell therapy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic researchers mined the molecular foundations of cancer and uncovered a new reason chimeric antigen receptor (CAR-T cell therapy) fails in some patients. This discovery has fueled new strategies that incorporate antibodies and gene editing to improve the outcome of this breakthrough treatment for patients. This research by Saad Kenderian, M.B., Ch.B., a consultant in Hematology at Mayo Clinic, is published in Nature Communications. "This is a very exciting…
(2024-09-20). Mayo collaborates in ARPA-H funded research to explore environment's role in drug response. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine will play a key role in groundbreaking research funded by an award from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The research will explore how environmental exposures interact with genetics to affect people's responses to medications — a field known as pharmacoexposomics. The five-year award, called IndiPHARM, aspires to develop and execute a state-of-the-art high-resolution, precision monitoring system…
(2024-09-20). 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…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Consider TIME when dealing with sepsis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editors Note: September is Sepsis Awareness Month DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 86-year-old father was recently hospitalized with a severe infection. We were told he's at an increased risk for sepsis because of his age and medical history. What are the signs of sepsis to watch for now that he's returned home? ANSWER: Nearly 270,000 people in the U.S. die annually because of sepsis — more than the number of people who die from prostate cancer,…
(2024-09-20). (Video)Keeping an eye on avian influenza. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that a person from Missouri has become the 14th person in the U.S. to contract avian influenza, also called bird flu. This is believed to be the first case where the patient had no known contact with infected animals. "Why is this concerning? Because the more we see avian influenza move from a bird virus to a virus that can infect and be…
(2024-09-20). More Mayo neuroscience: Brain cells 'crosstalk' and cancer growth; Preoperative radiotherapy survival; Rare mutation causes memory loss. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A brain region abundant in cells originating from neural stem cells is highlighted in green. Glioblastoma cells are shown in red. The magenta color indicates non-cancerous cells undergoing deleterious changes in response to cancer cells, highlighting the harmful effect of cancer cells on surrounding healthy tissue. Already the most aggressive form of brain cancer, glioblastoma can become even more deadly when it arises near the brain's C-shaped, fluid-filled cavities called the lateral ventricles. What makes…
(2024-09-20). 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: What does a diagnosis of dense breasts mean? Studies have shown that dense breast tissue can make it more difficult to detect breast cancer early. Women with dense breast tissue are at a slightly increased risk of developing breast cancer compared to women without, and that's why early detection is so important. New hope…
(2024-09-20). Participate in Mayo Clinic Health System's upcoming Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2024 symposium. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Mayo Clinic Health System will hold its second annual national symposium, Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2024: Inspiring Partnerships and Scaling Collaborative Impact, Oct. 21—22 at the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minnesota, and by livestream. This unique event will bring together healthcare professionals, community organizations, educators and researchers. Presentations and discussions will address the most pressing healthcare issues facing rural America, including workforce shortages, challenges in coordination of care, behavioral health and health…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Lifespan vs. healthspan. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editors Note: September is Healthy Aging Awareness Month DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've been hearing a lot lately about healthspan versus lifespan when it comes to aging. What do they each mean? And what is the difference? ANSWER: We get a lot of questions about what distinguishes between lifespan and healthspan. The simplest answer is to paraphrase a quote from President John F. Kennedy, "It is not enough for a great nation merely to have added…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is whooping cough? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, are on the rise. The U.S. is beginning to return to the level of cases reported before the COVID-19 pandemic. The CDC says roughly four times as many cases of pertussis have been reported in 2024 compared to the same time last year. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, explains…
(2024-09-20). To combat heart disease and cancer, genomics researcher looks abroad. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic cardiologist Iftikhar Kullo, M.D., believes that global collaboration is needed to refine polygenic risk scores so they perform equitably across people from diverse groups. Genetic technology has the potential to significantly improve human health by improving disease risk prediction and guiding prevention strategies. The development of a new genetic test called a polygenic risk score is a major advance. Still, it may widen health disparities because such scores may not work equally well…
(2024-09-20). Mayo Clinic Q and A: My mom has Alzheimer's. What does that mean for me? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's Note: September is World Alzheimer's Month DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am part of what I hear called the Sandwich Generation. I have kids living at home and an aging parent in ill health. My mom is 83 and in an assisted living facility with physical and cognitive problems. She has been diagnosed with mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. It makes me sad for my mom and also concerned for myself. Whenever I can't…
(2024-09-20). Space: A new frontier for exploring stem cell therapy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Stem cells grown in microgravity aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have unique qualities that could one day help accelerate new biotherapies and heal complex disease, two Mayo Clinic researchers say. The research analysis by Fay Abdul Ghani and Abba Zubair, M.D., Ph.D., published in NPJ Microgravity, finds microgravity can strengthen the regenerative potential of cells. Dr. Zubair is a laboratory medicine expert and medical director for the Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics at Mayo Clinic…
(2024-09-20). Photo story: Imperial instrument installed on a solar-wind-studying spacecraft. imperial.ac.uk Join our researchers as they install their instrument on NASA's IMAP spacecraft, set to launch next year on a mission to study the solar wind.
(2024-09-20). Ultrafast probing and AI-enabled drug discovery: News from Imperial. imperial.ac.uk Here's a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
(2024-09-20). Imperial celebrates over 180 staff promotions. imperial.ac.uk Staff across Imperial are celebrating over 180 promotions in academic and learning and teaching roles.
(2024-09-20). Imperial to be part of new London Advanced Therapies Treatment Centre. imperial.ac.uk Imperial to join ATTC Network…
(2024-09-20). Senior Komalah Commander Killed in Attempt to Cross Iran Border. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Rebwar Karimian, a ranking commander of the anti-Iranian Komalah terrorist group, was killed by the security forces during an attempt to make illegal entry to Iran.
(2024-09-20). Leader Grants Clemency to over 2,800 Iranian Prisoners. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei approved a proposal to pardon or commute the sentences of more than 2,800 Iranian convicts sentenced by various courts in the country.
(2024-09-20). Iran Summons Afghan Envoy After Disrespect for National Anthem. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran summoned the Afghan embassy's caretaker in protest at the discourteous move by the Taliban representative who refused to rise for the national anthem of Iran at a conference in Tehran.
(2024-09-20). A pause for vacation and upcoming autumn events. gilbertdoctorow.com Dear readers, Please note that I will be on vacation for two weeks from 22 September to 5 October. During this time, I will on some days have no access to the internet. Accordingly, I will not be doing any interviews, and will post articles on this site only if major international developments should occur. …
(2024-09-20). Chinese Embassy in Mexico celebrates 75 years of the People's Republic of China. america.cgtn.com 
As the People's Republic of China marks its 75th anniversary, the Chinese Embassy in Mexico City hosted an event highlighting the growing cultural ties between China and Mexico. Take a look with CGTN's Alasdair Baverstock.
(2024-09-20). The Heat: Global Development Initiative. america.cgtn.com 
When Chinese President Xi Jinping addressed the 76th session of the UN General Assembly on September 21, 2021, he unveiled a bold new vision to support all 17 of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. | China's Global Development Initiative aims to revitalize the global development partnership and mobilize resources to implement the UN's 2030 Agenda while promoting stronger, greener and healthier global development. | How much impact is it having on our rapidly changing world? | Joining the discussion: |
(2024-09-20). GB News Spent Half a Million Mainly on Right Wing MPs — Nearly Half on the Reform Party. bylinetimes.com Analysis of the latest Register of MPs' Interests by Byline Times found that 11 MPs had been paid £525,277 in fees from the channel while serving as parliamentarians over the last year. That included new MPs from the general election and those who lost their seats in July. | Nearly £200,000 of that went to two Reform MPs with the rest mostly being split among an array of Conservative hosts and guests. | Former Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg was the highest earner, listing £262,500 worth of payments in the last year from the channel for hosting his 'State of The Nation' show. | However, the…
(2024-09-20). Venezuela & ALBA News 9.20.2024: Venezuela Disrupts New US Terrorist Operation; Cuba's 2024 UN Report on the US Blockade; Ramon Labanino's Prison Diary. afgj.org 
New US Attempt to Assassinate Venezuela President, Vice President, other leaders Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello, reported on the arrest of 14 mercenaries linked to a plan to assassinate Venezuelan leaders. A large batch of US-made weapons, a total of 400 rifles and pistols were seized. He added that, when these weapons were sent from the…
(2024-09-20). MC USA's executive director sends letter of clarification to Mosaic leadership. anabaptistworld.org Editor's note: This September 16 letter was a follow-up to a meeting with Mosaic Executive Minister Steve Kriss and correspondence with Mosaic Associate Executive Minister Marta Castillo. See Anabaptist World's previous coverage of Mosaic Conference and Mennonite Church USA on September 9, 2022, November 15, 2022, August 23 and September 10. Dear Mosaic Mennonite Conference …
(2024-09-20). DWP just ADMITTED it's cutting winter fuel payments from 1.6 million people in poverty. thecanary.co The new Labour Party government is stripping winter fuel payments from 1.6 million pensioners living in poverty this winter. This is according to a Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) minister — showing that Labour knew this — but are ploughing ahead anyway. Winter fuel payments cut: hitting the poorest households Previously, charity Age UK […] | By
(2024-09-20). Five things Friday roundup: a Good read. anabaptistworld.org As we've been putting the finishing touches on the October issue of Anabaptist World, I've been thinking about books, books, books. Today's Five Things features five of my favorite recent reads. As I tell my Children's Literature students: a well-written book is a well-written book! Don't be afraid to pick up something written for "children;" …
(2024-09-20). The Upside Down: Confessions of a Pig-Keeper. bylinetimes.com With his characteristically imperishable wit, Quentin Crisp once observed that "it's no good running a pig farm badly for 30 years while saying 'really, I was meant to be a ballet dancer'. By then, pigs will be your style". | I was never cut out for ballet, so pigs have been my style for more than 20 years. | With my pig partner Dave, I've raised them, nurtured them, and (mostly) loved them. We've kept Tamworths, Saddlebacks, Berkshires, British Lops, Gloucester Old Spots, and Oxfordshire Sandy & Blacks in various combinations. I've watched them being born and fed them by hand. | I feel an affinity to them,…
(2024-09-20). Deplatformed: Nigel Farage's Reform Bans Byline Times from their Party Conference. bylinetimes.com Byline Times is among a number of outlets who have been barred from attending Reform UK's party conference in Birmingham this weekend. | Despite registering and receiving a ticket for the conference on August 5, this paper then received an email on September 13 from the media office withdrawing the media pass. | It said: "Thank you for your interest in acquiring accreditation for our conference this year. | "Sadly, this email is one to let you know that your application for accreditation to the Reform UK National Conference in Birmingham 20/21st of September has been rejected. Your sincerely, Reform UK Press…
(2024-09-20). UN Summit of the Future highlights youth's role in shaping a sustainable future. america.cgtn.com 
Global leaders will address urgent challenges for a sustainable and peaceful world in the upcoming United Nations Summit of the Future, with a focus on the role of young people using technology to drive change. CGTN's Mark Niu speaks with one of these change-makers.
(2024-09-20). Sustainable Style: The Environmental Benefits of Choosing Wood Worktops. thecanary.co In today's world, where environmental sustainability is at the forefront of many purchasing decisions, choosing materials that align with eco-friendly practices is essential. Wood worktops offer not only timeless beauty and durability but also significant environmental benefits. When sourced responsibly, wood is one of the most sustainable materials available for home interiors, making it an […] | By
(2024-09-20). The Benefits of Custom Framing for Artists and Collectors. thecanary.co In the realm of art, presentation holds as much significance as the artwork itself. The meticulous selection of a frame can accentuate the nuances of a piece, transforming it into a masterpiece that commands attention and admiration. For both artists and collectors, custom framing offers a plethora of benefits that extend beyond mere aesthetics. Beyond […] | By
(2024-09-20). Yvette Cooper's Plan to 'Smash the Small Boat Gangs' is Doomed to Fail, Warn Border Force Whistleblowers. bylinetimes.com Within days of taking office, the Home Secretary Yvette Cooper had So is Labour's plan any different? Some of those working in the Home Office and on the border are far from impressed.
(2024-09-20). Florida's abortion rights debate intensifies ahead of November vote. america.cgtn.com 
With a crucial vote on abortion rights approaching in November, the debate over Florida's restrictive six-week abortion ban is gaining momentum. Both sides are mobilizing their campaigns to influence voters, as the future of abortion access in the state hangs in the balance. | CGTN's Nitza Soledad Perez reports.
(2024-09-20). 'Unsurprising Seasonal Anxieties for the Disabled and Elderly'. bylinetimes.com Who remembers those gas heaters on four castors that you could wheel around — the ones you had to buy a refill bottle for at least once a week? They were clunky things, with a heating grill at the front. Very old-school. | Last August, I turned 64, something of an achievement for someone who is not only disabled but has been unwell since early childhood. I have a good memory, in the sense of remembering stories from my earliest years, despite the dysfunctional blips that occur since my brain bleeds last year. | Ironically, I remember in my younger years thinking that my brain would be damaged by the cold…
(2024-09-20). Please Stop Saying That Every War Is Not a War But Something Bad. davidswanson.org Yes, I'm going to say this again. I've heard not the slightest hint of a refutation or objection to it, and yet so many, many people ignore it. For the love of all that is decent, immediately stop the self-defeating idiocy of calling every goddamned war "not a war." Please. With all due respect. "It's …
(2024-09-20). Labour REFUSES Declassified and ex-Canary journalist access to party conference. thecanary.co 
The Labour Party has refused to let acclaimed Declassified UK journalist (and former Canary writer) John McEvoy access to its party conference in Liverpool — despite an intervention from the National Union of Journalists (NUJ). Labour: barring actual journalists from conference As Declassified itself wrote: Declassified's reporter John McEvoy will not be allowed into the […] | By
(2024-09-20). Brazilian businesses tackle economic challenges at China Homelife Expo. america.cgtn.com 
Brazil's currency depreciation is reshaping the country's trade landscape, boosting exports while creating challenges for importers. At the China Homelife Expo in Sà£o Paulo, CGTN's Paulo Cabral reports on how businesses are adapting to these hurdles in an unpredictable market.
(2024-09-20). Labour is not addressing the single biggest issue for private renters on benefits. thecanary.co Buried in the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) housing figures is a damning fact about the current state of private renting for those on benefits. It shows that so far, the Labour Party government is doing nothing to address the housing crisis facing these people, thanks to the Local Housing Allowance. So, think tank […] | By
(2024-09-20). Pension panic: only half of Gen-Z think pensions are important. thecanary.co Only half of Gen-Z professionals think pensions are important, in stark contrast to three-quarters (77%) of Gen-X who prioritise their pensions contributions. This comes as the average base pay needed for a single person to retire comfortably stands at around £43k a year. But as living and rental costs are rising faster than salaries, it's harder than […] | By
(2024-09-20). Hundreds of thousands face eviction for tiger reserves in India — so Indigenous communities are fighting back. thecanary.co 
Thousands of Adivasi (Indigenous) people across India have rallied against forced evictions in the name of tiger conservation. They held mass protests at several of the country's most famous tiger reserves. Tiger reserves: forced evictions As the Canary previously reported, 2023 marked the 50 year anniversary of Project Tiger. This is a government-funded scheme to establish tiger reserves […] | By
(2024-09-20). SUCCESS: government to investigate claims of radiator fraud costing UK consumers £1000s. thecanary.co A government department is to review documentary claims that millions of radiators in the UK are being mislabelled and sold with inflated efficiency ratings. UK radiators: the government WILL investigate The assertions come from independent film The Lies Costing the UK Billions made by UK Radiators managing director Rob Nezard earlier this year. In it, Nezard […] | By
(2024-09-20). Anabaptist, Quaker health organizations talk merger. anabaptistworld.org Friends Services Alliance and MHS Association have begun exploring the possibility of forming a new, combined health and aging services entity.
(2024-09-20). SATIRE: Diddy Arrested On Sex Trafficking Charges. theonion.com 
Sean "Diddy" Combs faces federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges in a newly unsealed indictment that claims he hit and abused women for over a decade while presiding over a sordid empire of sexual crimes. What do you think?
(2024-09-20). SATIRE: Hellspawn Annoyed By Sound Of Earth's Residents Stomping Around Overhead. theonion.com LAKE OF FIRE, HELL—Complaining that it was almost impossible to get any torturing done with the constant interruption, hellspawn were reportedly annoyed Friday by the sound of earth's residents stomping around overhead. "It's just unbelievably frustrating to be flaying the skin of a glutton or sodomite and not even be able to hear their screams over …
(2024-09-20). SATIRE: Mother Earth Insists She Doesn't Want Any Pagan Sacrifices This Equinox. theonion.com àñLAND, SWEDEN—Assuring her children that she really meant it this time, Mother Earth reportedly insisted Friday that she didn't want any pagan sacrifices this autumn equinox. "I know you think this is just me being self-effacing, but I genuinely don't want you to make a big thing of slitting the throat of a fatted calf …
(2024-09-20). SATIRE: Scarecrow Has Double Ds. theonion.com AFTON, WI—Remarking on the hay-stuffed decoy's surprisingly shapely form, passersby reported Friday that a scarecrow in a local cornfield boasted double-D breasts. "Damn, she's got hay in all the right places, don't she?" area man Jim Bickford said to a group of visibly dumbstruck bystanders who either leered and catcalled or stood with jaws agape …
(2024-09-20). 1] Unveiling Reality For Those Using a Tweet of Shaikh Arafaat For Ulterior Motives. salaficentre.com 
In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Imam Ibn al-Qayyim, may Allah have mercy upon him, stated: ŸÅÿπŸÑŸäŸÉ ÿ®ÿߟÑÿ™ŸÅÿµŸäŸÑ ŸàÿߟÑÿ™ŸÖŸäŸäÿ≤ ŸàÿߟÑÿ•ÿ¨ŸÖÿßŸÑ ŸàÿߟÑÿ•ÿ∑ŸÑÿßŸÇ ÿØ&Yum…
(2024-09-20). 2] Unveiling Reality For Those Using a Tweet of Shaikh Arafaat For Ulterior Motives. salaficentre.com 
In The Name of AllƒÅh, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Usamah Bin Shareek, may AllƒÅh have mercy upon him, said: I witnessed the Bedouins asking the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings of AllƒÅh be upon him, whether there was any restriction upon them regarding certain matters. He responded, "O servants of Allah! Allah …
(2024-09-20). GBNews' Spent Half a Million Mainly on Right Wing MPs — Nearly Half on the Reform Party. bylinetimes.com Analysis of the latest Register of MPs' Interests by Byline Times found that 11 MPs had been paid £525,277 in fees from the channel while serving as parliamentarians over the last year. That included new MPs from the general election and those who lost their seats in July. | Nearly £200,000 of that went to two Reform MPs with the rest mostly being split among an array of Conservative hosts and guests. | Former Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg was the highest earner, listing £262,500 worth of payments in the last year from the channel for hosting his 'State of The Nation' show. | However, the…
(2024-09-20). Has Australia lost its bloody banter? A nation grapples with an identity crisis while cracking a cold one. onlineopinion.com.au Dark clouds are looming, and I'm not talking about the usual summer bushfires. Nah, this is more serious, mate.
(2024-09-20). Harris chooses UN's road to hell — Trump offers no alternative. onlineopinion.com.au The Security Council's embrace of a two-state solution came after the Obama-Biden administration failed to veto Resolution 2334 adopted on 23 December 2016.
(2024-09-20). What scientists have learned from 20 years of microplastics research. grist.org 
Twenty years ago, a team of U.K. scientists Due to "the rapid increase in plastic production, the longevity of plastic, and the disposable nature of plastic items," the researchers concluded that there was "considerable potential"
(2024-09-20). A new salvo in the fight to protect the "holy grail" of environmental justice. grist.org 
In 1979, a woman named Margaret Bean decided to challenge the Texas state government's decision to grant a permit for a new landfill in her neighborhood on the outskirts of Houston. The area was 70 percent nonwhite, and Bean and her fellow residents alleged that the permit fell into a pattern of setting up landfills in the city's minority communities, violating their rights under the Constitution's equal protection clause. | It was the first major environmental justice case brought in federal court, and it did not turn out in Bean's favor. Nor did subsequent cases of a similar nature in Macon County, Georgia,…
(2024-09-20). Has extreme weather made voters care more about climate change? grist.org Among those concerned about the climate, it's become something of a self-evident truth that as people suffer more severe and more frequent extreme weather and grapple with global warming's impact on their daily lives, they'll come to understand the problem at a visceral level. As a result, they'll be eager for action. In other words, many climate activists believe that even if advocates and academics can't sway the hardened opinions of the dismissive, extreme weather can wake anyone up. | The data disagrees. | Over the last seven years, as the effects of climate change have begun to envelop the world in smoke…
(2024-09-20). The oath of the lieutenants; Türkiye at the Arab League meeting after 13 years; Türkiye's UAV shot down in Iraq. unitedworldint.com
(2024-09-20). Egyptian-Turkish rapprochement renews hopes for a new regional order. unitedworldint.com Still a long journey ahead, but if successful, the bilateral relations will have effects from Syria to Palestine, from Libya to Sudan. By Mohamed Sabreen, Cairo / Egypt There is no doubt that Cairo and Ankara have made great strides in strengthening their relations. The summit between Presidents Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Recep Tayyip Erdogan …
(2024-09-20). Japan: The situation of female prisoners. fidh.org
(2024-09-20). Thailand: A tribute to Danthong Breen (1933-2024). fidh.org
(2024-09-20). Mexico: Government receives joint communication from UN independent experts. fidh.org
(2024-09-20). Venezuela: United Nations Rights Council should renew experts' mandate. fidh.org
(2024-09-20). Human CO2 Emissions Are Supercharging Corn Yields. wattsupwiththat.com The relationship between rising atmospheric CO2 and crop yields is clearly a positive one. So, ignore fearmongering media headlines about toxic human CO2 emissions. You, your family and the industries that support our society have greened the planet with daily emissions of carbon dioxide, making food more plentiful and affordable for those grappling with poverty and everybody else.
(2024-09-20). German Professor: Wake Effect Decreases Wind Farm Efficiency, Contributes to Warming. wattsupwiththat.com The changes in currents and mixing are likely to affect plankton production and food web structure and may influence the functioning of protected areas. It is therefore important to take these consequences into account when developing marine protection concepts,'
(2024-09-20). Belarus: Four years after Marfa Rabkova's arbitrary detention, repression against Viasna members must end. fidh.org Four years ago, on September 17, 2020, Viasna member Marfa Rabkova was arbitrarily detained. To this day, she remains unlawfully imprisoned. On the fourth anniversary of her detention, the Observatory for the protection of human rights defenders (FIDH-OMCT) and Viasna reiterate their call for her immediate and unconditional release, as well as the release of the other four Viasna members detained and all human rights defenders arbitrarily imprisoned in Belarus.
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(2024-09-20). Kyrgyzstan: Overturn decision to liquidate Kloop Media. fidh.org
(2024-09-20). Protect Women and Girls in DR Congo's Prisons. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Police vehicles outside the Makala Central prison in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, after an attempted jailbreak left many people dead, September 3, 2024. | © 2024 Samy Ntumba Shambuyi/AP Photo…
(2024-09-20). UK Government Should End Cruel 'Two-Child Limit' Now. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Children play in a park on a housing estate in Redcar, Teesside, May 17, 2023. | © 2023 Joanne Coates/Bloomberg via Getty Images | The United Kingdom Labour Party is about to meet for its annual conference. Now that Labour is in government, with their leader Keir Starmer as prime minister, it should act to strengthen social security, and tackle poverty and inequality. The first concrete step should be immediately ending the cruel "two-child limit" policy.
(2024-09-20). 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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(2024-09-20). If Chester's water assets must be sold, the city's retirees want them to go to the highest bidder. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? The "If they're going to monetize these assets, we…
(2024-09-20). Can We Please Have More Science and Less Propaganda? wattsupwiththat.com "The number of cholera deaths reported globally last year increased by 71 percent from deaths in 2022, while the number of reported cases rose 13 percent. Much of the increase was driven by conflict and climate change, the W.H.O. report said."
(2024-09-20). Launch of an international support committee for freedoms in Tunisia. fidh.org
(2024-09-20). University of Delaware disputes law barring state officials from earning taxpayer money from two jobs at once. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? This story was supported by a statehouse coverage grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. | A newly released audit from Delaware Auditor Lydia York shows that at least six current and former state lawmakers were potentially double-dipping. That is they earned taxpayer money working two taxpayer-funded jobs at state or local government entities at the same time between FY 2020 through 2022. It's the first report issued on compliance with the law since 2017. | But…
(2024-09-20). CPJ concerned by Russia's arrest in absentia of exiled journalist. CPJ Staff
(2024-09-20). Georgian authorities deny entry to Belarusian, Armenian journalists. svaboda.org
(2024-09-20). Belarus' dangerous push for Serbia to extradite journalist Andrey Gnyot. novayagazeta.eu
(2024-09-20). WikkiTimes publisher, reporter face criminal charges over reporting on alleged corruption. CPJ Staff
(2024-09-20). Prayerfest Precedes Pager Plot in Big Apple Judeo-Christian Event. themedialine.org 
(2024-09-20). Minister Macpherson welcomes Castle of Good Hope court order. sanews.gov.za Minister Macpherson welcomes Castle of Good Hope court order | Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson, has welcomed a court order which stipulates that those occupying the Castle of Good Hope have to vacate the property by 17 October.
The eviction order was granted to the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) by the Western Cape High Court.
The order stipulates that those occupying the Castle of Good Hope have to vacate the property by 17 October 2024, following which an eviction may occur as needed for any remaining unlawful occupants.
The City of Cape Town…
(2024-09-20). Chikunga arrives in Russia for BRICS Women Affairs Meeting. sanews.gov.za Chikunga arrives in Russia for BRICS Women Affairs Meeting | Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga is in Saint Petersburg, Russia, where she will lead discussions at the BRICS Women Affairs meeting.
The meeting kicked off on Thursday and will conclude on Friday, 20 September. BRICS Member States will be discussing cooperation prospects in the fields of women's leadership and enhancing the role of women in finance, agriculture, innovation, healthcare, creative industries, tourism, environmental safety, and inclusive economy.
Having arrived in Ru…
(2024-09-20). Urgent warning as level 6 snowstorm approaches KZN. sanews.gov.za Urgent warning as level 6 snowstorm approaches KZN | KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC, Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has warned residents of severe weather conditions that are expected to affect large parts of the province from Friday until the weekend. | According to the latest warning issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS), Level 6 disruptive snow can be expected in parts of the uThukela, Harry Gwala and uMgungundlovu Districts. | Buthelezi warned that these weather conditions pose a danger to life and could lead to temporary road closures due to ice accumulation, causing tr…
(2024-09-20). RTMC welcomes jail term of truck driver in fatal N3 crash. sanews.gov.za RTMC welcomes jail term of truck driver in fatal N3 crash | The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has welcomed the Pietermaritzburg Magistrate's Court decision to impose a direct jail term on a reckless truck driver who caused a fatal crash. | The crash claimed the lives of a traffic officer and a tow truck driver on the N3 highway, opposite the Midlands Mall in Pietermaritzburg, last year. | The truck driver, Ndumiso Petros Dzanibe, has been found guilty and sentenced to two terms of 10 years imprisonment each for two counts of culpable homicide. | He was also sentenced to six months for reckless driv…
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). Mujeres al sur: Venezuela Pueblo Mujer (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Hoy estrenamos "Venezuela Pueblo Mujer", cuarto episodio de la segunda temporada de Mujeres al Sur. Narramos Venezuela desde las voces de sus mujeres. Estos 15 minutos van acompañados de esa máxima de Chávez de que "la Revolución Socialista debe ser feminista".
(2024-09-20). Atletas transgénero e inclusión a debate en Simposio de Deporte, Medioambiente y Sociedad. cubadebate.cu El debate sobre la presencia de atletas transgénero en competiciones deportivas estuvo entre lo más interesante durante la tercera jornada del primer Simposio de Deporte, Medioambiente y Sociedad en un entorno de inclusión social, que transcurre en Varadero, Matanzas, hasta el 22 de septiembre.
(2024-09-20). Cuba y Arabia Saudita: Un diálogo con razones y propósitos comunes. cubadebate.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista y presidente de la República de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, recibió en el Palacio de la Revolución a Fahad Bin Abdurrahman Al-Jalajel, ministro de Salud del Reino de Arabia Saudita, en un encuentro que confirmó el importante momento en que están las relaciones bilaterales.
(2024-09-20). Del 28 de octubre al 10 de noviembre regresa el Festival Internacional de Ballet de La Habana Alicia Alonso. cubadebate.cu El 28 de octubre subirá el telón del XXVIII Festival Internacional de Ballet de La Habana Alicia Alonso con la participación de bailarines y coreógrafos de más de 15 países. La cita de las artes escénicas, que se extenderá hasta el 10 de noviembre, tendrá como sedes las salas Avellaneda y Covarrubias del Teatro Nacional, el Teatro Martí y el Teatro Karl Marx.
(2024-09-20). Presidente de Cuba asiste a Feria de Energías Renovables. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Diaz-Canel asistió este viernes a la clausura del Tercer Salón Internacional de Energías Renovables y Eficiencia Energética, que reunió a empresarios, inversionistas y expertos de alto nivel en La Habana.
(2024-09-20). 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".
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). Presidente Maduro alerta sobre violencia de la extrema derecha. telesurtv.net El mandatario le expresó al pueblo venezolano que es necesario cuidar la paz.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). López Obrador asegura que continuará investigación del caso Ayotzinapa. telesurtv.net El presidente destacó que "bajo ninguna circunstancia se va a cerrar el caso".
(2024-09-20). 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".
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). Pronostican resultado excepcionalmente positivo la visita de To Lam a Cuba. radiohc.cu Hanoi, 20 sep (RHC) La visita de Estado que realizará a Cuba el secretario general del Partido Comunista (PCV) y presidente de Vietnam, To Lam, debe tener resultados excepcionalmente positivos, consideró hoy el embajador cubano aquí, Orlando Hernández Guillén.
(2024-09-20). Elecciones de EE.UU. las decidirán siete estados clave. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) Dentro de 46 días los votantes estadounidenses decidirán quién será su próximo presidente, pero lo más probable es, como van hoy las cosas, que la elección se reduzca solo a siete estados clave.
(2024-09-20). Las dificultades y desafíos se enfrentan con alternativas creadoras. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) A pesar de las dificultades y los desafíos —entre los que se encuentran las limitaciones de combustibles y de generación eléctrica— se buscan alternativas creadoras y se emprenden nuevos proyectos, destacó el diputado por el municipio holguinero de Gibara, Manuel Marrero Cruz, miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba y primer ministro, al comprobar la puesta en marcha, en su primera etapa, de la nueva sede del Hospital Dr. Gustavo Aldereguía.
(2024-09-20). La transición energética en Cuba, prioridad en Naciones Unidas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) Para la Organización de las Naciones Unidas (ONU), la transición energética se considera un pilar fundamental dentro de la transformación productiva que requiere la mayor de las Antillas.
(2024-09-20). Llaman a Chile a pedir en todos los foros el fin del bloqueo a Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) El gobierno de Chile debe abogar en todos los foros internacionales por el fin del bloqueo que mantiene hoy Estados Unidos contra Cuba, declaró el miembro de la Comisión Política del Partido Comunista Juan Andrés Lagos.
(2024-09-20). Más de 23 mil niños cubanos vacunados contra el neumococo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) Más de 23 mil niños cubanos fueron vacunados hasta la fecha contra el neumococo mediante el fármaco Pneumosil 10 valente, que protege contra los 10 serotipos de mayor circulación de ese microorganismo patógeno, se divulgó hoy.
(2024-09-20). Shohei Ohtani hace historia con 51 jonrones y 51 robadas en la misma temporada. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC).- Por primera vez en la historia de las Grandes Ligas de béisbol, un jugador conecta más de 50 jonrones y se roba más de 50 bases en la misma temporada. El jueves, la estrella de los Dodgers de Los àÅngeles, el japonés Shohei Ohtani, conectó sus jonrones 49, 50 y 51 de 2024, y también se robó sus bases 50 y 51 de la temporada, lo que lo convirtió en el fundador del club 50-50.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). Desde hoy asambleas de rendición de cuentas en toda Cuba. radiohc.cu Desde hoy y hasta el venidero mes de noviembre tendrá lugar en toda Cuba un importante ejercicio de nuestra democracia participativa, avalado por la Constitución: la rendición de cuentas de los delegados a los electores de su comunidad.
(2024-09-20). Funcionario de la Cancillería de Cuba cumple visita a India. radiohc.cu Nueva Delhi, 20 sep (RHC) Autoridades de la India dan cuenta hoy de la visita aquí de Luis Achkienasi Chernakhe, director general de Planificación de Políticas del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba y su reunión con el ministro de Estado de la Cancillería india, Pabitra Margherita.
(2024-09-20). Gobiernos locales asumirán funciones de la Seguridad Social. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) El Consejo de Estado aprobó en su más reciente sesión el Decreto Ley De la Extinción del Instituto Nacional de Seguridad Social (INASS), con el objetivo de dotar a los Gobiernos locales, de mayor autonomía para la toma de decisiones.
(2024-09-20). Nueva infamia sionista. radiohc.cu Como si no fuera suficiente el genocidio cometido contra la población palestina en la Franja de Gaza, el Estado sionista de Israel perpetró esta semana una nueva infamia, esta vez en Líbano, donde explotaron aparatos de comunicación en poder de miembros del grupo Hezbollah.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). Comienza en La Habana Jornada de la Cultura Japonesa. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) Una Jornada de la Cultura Japonesa arrancará hoy en el Palacio del Conde de Lombillo, de esta capital, con la inauguración de una exposición fotográfica de la Japan Camera Industry Institute.
(2024-09-20). Comienza en Cuba proceso de rendición de cuenta. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) En toda Cuba comienza hoy el proceso de rendición de cuenta del delegado a sus electores hasta el 20 de noviembre, uno de los pilares del sistema democrático cubano y una de las maneras más efectivas de participación del pueblo en el ejercicio del gobierno.
(2024-09-20). Withdrawal of Mexican firm, a step backward for Costa Rican hospital. plenglish.com San José, Sep 20 (Prensa Latina) The plans of Costa Rican authorities to build a hospital in the central-eastern province of Cartago marked a step backwards with the decision of Promotora y Desarrolladora Mexicana de infraestructuras S. A. to withdraw from the project.
(2024-09-20). Documental "Palestina, genocidio y resistencia" (2024) de Víctor de Currea-Lugo. indybay.org
(2024-09-20). Sistema de Naciones Unidas coopera con Cuba para avanzar en proyectos de transición energética. cubadebate.cu Durante el Tercer Salón Internacional de Energías Renovables y Eficiencia Energética, el coordinador residente de Naciones Unidas en La Habana, Francisco Pichón, y el representante residente del PNUD, Fernando Hiraldo del Castillo, hablaron sobre la cooperación con Cuba en esa área, estratégica en el camino al desarrollo sostenible y la transformación productiva.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). Constituirán hoy en Cuba consejos electorales provinciales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (RHC) La constitución de los consejos electorales provinciales y la toma de posesión de sus integrantes estará aconteciendo en la jornada de hoy en todo el territorio nacional.
(2024-09-20). Cuba vs Perú en las semifinales de la Copa Panamericana sub 23. radiohc.cu Paramaribo, Surinam, 20 sep (RHC).- Cuba-Perú y México-Guatemala disputarán este viernes las semifinales de la a Copa Panamericana Sub-23 Masculina de voleibol, con sede en Surinam.
(2024-09-20). Celebrarán en Cuba Día Internacional del Deporte Universitario. radiohc.cu La Habana, 20 sep (PL) La Universidad de las Ciencias de la Cultura Física y el Deporte "Manuel Fajardo" (Uccfd) celebra este viernes el Día Internacional del Deporte Universitario.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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.
(2024-09-20). 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).