independent.co.uk (2024-10-07). Israel-Lebanon latest: Hezbollah rockets hit Haifa as Israel on high alert for 7 October anniversaryHezbollah rockets hit Israel 's third-largest city of Haifa on the one-year anniversary of the 7 October Hamas attack, in the first direct strike on the northern city that evaded the military's usually reliable air defence systems.
theintercept.com (2024-10-07). Israel's Bloody Record of Bombing Schools in Gaza
Israel has bombed nearly 85 percent of Gaza's schools in the past year, killing hundreds of children and displaced Palestinians.
(2024-10-07). Global rallies for Gaza, Lebanon ceasefire ahead of anniversary. newarab.com 
Tens of thousands of protesters marched in cities around the world over the weekend calling for In Washington, One man attempted to set himself on fire, AFP…
(2024-10-07). On the One-Year Anniversary of October 7, It is Clear We Were Not Told The Truth. covertactionmagazine.com In an impassioned speech before the U.S. Congress in June, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated, "like December 7, 1941, and September 11, 2001, October 7 is a date that will forever live in infamy." In the official version touted by Netanyahu, Hamas fighters on October 7 breached the Israeli security wall and attacked the …
(2024-10-07). Zogby poll: Arab-American voters split evenly between Harris, Trump. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Israel's genocidal policy in Gaza and its war on Lebanon, fueled with weapons from and backed by the U.S., is endangering the chances of Vice President Kamals Harris winning the election less than a month from now. Polls taken for the Arab American Institute by one of the most respected pollsters, James Zogby, show an …
(2024-10-07). The NYT's Proclaims Israel's Military Has Reclaimed Its "Stature" counterpunch.org 
Several days after the Washington Post bogusly declared that Israel has recovered the "military primacy" that it lost a year ago, the New York Times goes one step further. It obscenely proclaims that the Israeli military has regained its "stature." We're are talking about a sophisticated and lethal military force that has been facing Arab adversaries who lack air power and air defense for the past 57 years. Israel, a superpower in the Middle East, has been facing Arab states that have not threatened Israel since Egyptian President Anwar Sadat capitulated in Jerusalem 45 years ago. As a result of that decision, Sa…
(2024-10-07). Letter to President Biden and Vice President Harris: "A Ceasefire Must be Imposed on Gaza" globalresearch.ca The Honorable Joseph R. Biden | President of the United States | The White House | Washington, DC | United States of America | The Honorable Kamala D. Harris | Vice President of the United States | The White House | Washington, DC | United States of America | October …
cyprus-mail.com (2024-10-07). One year on: a Gaza woman haunted by memories
The Reuters photograph of Inas Abu Maamar, face buried in the shrouded body of her dead five-year-old niece Saly, was taken days after Israel began its military offensive on Gaza. ⚪ It has become one of the most vivid images of Palestinian suffering during the year-long bombing of Gaza, Israel's response to Hamas' Oct. 7 attack. ⚪ Saly was killed with her mother, baby sister, grandparents, uncle, aunt and three cousins. Since then, Abu Maamar, 37, has also lost her sister, killed along with her four children in an airstrike in northern Gaza.
(2024-10-07). Alert on the disappearance of 1,300 species of birds in two centuries. plenglish.com Washington, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) The extinction of 1,300 bird species over the next 200 years could have serious consequences for nature, a study published in Science warns.
(2024-10-07). A year after the attack on NewsClick, journalists in India call for a united fight against assaults on independent media. mronline.org 
Many former NewsClick employees are struggling to find an alternative job even after months of unemployment due to the vilification and fear mongering campaign launched by the ultra-right government in India.
(2024-10-07). The United States has sent 17.9 billion dollars to Israel since October 7. peoplesdispatch.org 
According to a
(2024-10-07). Israeli Genocidal Actions, Bombing Multiple Nations Regularly, Invading Lebanon . . . Kamala Blames Iran. fightbackbetter.com October 7, 2001 The U.S. invades Afghanistan. October 7, 2023 The Israeli-US alliance begins its latest genocide against the Palestinian…
(2024-10-07). US-Backed Israeli Military Forces Have Executed Numerous Journalists Since October 7. thedissenter.org 
(2024-10-07). Europe mobilizes for Palestine as leaders reaffirm support for Israel. peoplesdispatch.org 
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets across Europe, demanding an arms embargo on Israel and an immediate ceasefire in Palestine and Lebanon, as governments continue to back Israel…
(2024-10-07). A year of struggle for Palestine in the belly of the beast. peoplesdispatch.org 
On October 7, Israel began another phase of its long-genocidal war against the Palestinian people. The intensification of its colonial violence, ethnic cleansing, and mass displacement was suddenly livestreamed for the entire world to see. In response to this brutality and devastation, the people of the world rallied to stand with Palestine and resist imperialism everywhere. Within the United States, without which the Israeli colonial project would be impossible, millions of people were brought into the struggle against imperialism from within the belly of the beast. | This mass raising of consciousness has broug…
(2024-10-07). Democracy Now! 2024-10-07 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for October 07, 2024; Israeli Peace Activist Maoz Inon Lost His Parents on October 7. He's Calling for an End to War & Occupation.; "The Path Forward": Palestinian and Israeli Activists Working Toward Peace Featured in New Film; Palestinian Poet Mosab Abu Toha: One Year After Oct. 7, U.S. Is Still Arming Israel's Slaughter in Gaza; Report from Beirut: Israel Intensifies Bombardment of Lebanon, Displacing 1.2 Million | Headlines for October 07, 2024; Israeli Peace Activist Maoz Inon Lost His Parents on October 7. He's Calling for an End to War & Occupation.; "The Path Fo…
(2024-10-07). The war came to Pokrovsk. mronline.org Established as a minor Russian rail junction in 1880, it was badly damaged by the Italians and Germans who captured the city between 1941 and 1943, killing more than 8,000 Red Army defenders, 5,000 residents, and all the Jews.
(2024-10-07). Sixty years after Kubrick's film, meet the U.S.'s real Dr. Strangelove. mronline.org 
SOLOMON HUGHES looks at the sorry career of Brett McGurk.
(2024-10-07). Vania Bambirra: A voice from the Global South. mronline.org Consequently, despite co-founding dependency theory, teaching at some of the most important universities in Latin America, and publishing dozens of highly original books and articles, Vania Bambirra's name is completely absent from IR and IPE handbooks and disciplinary surveys.
(2024-10-07). Israel's impunity endangers us all. mronline.org 
The West's failure to bring Israel to justice for its genocide in Gaza has emboldened it to attack Lebanon—and brought the region to the brink of all-out war.
(2024-10-07). John Bellamy Foster interviewed by Daniel Tutt on Georg Lukács and "The Destruction of Reason" mronline.org 
In this interview, conducted on 10 February 2023, John Bellamy Foster speaks with Daniel Tutt about the work of István Mészáros and Paul Baran, contemporary irrationalist tendencies in left ecological thought, intensifying global class struggles and the continued relevance of Georg Lukács's The Destruction of Reason (1952), recently reissued with an introduction by Enzo Traverso …
(2024-10-07). Bangladesh recalls its envoy in India. ummid.com In a major diplomatic reshuffle, the interim government in Bangladesh has recalled its ambassador in India.
(2024-10-07). Iranian missiles meters away from Dubai bound British Airways plane – Watch video. ummid.com A deadly air-crash was averted Tuesday October 01, 2024 when Iran fired a barrage of supersonic missiles on Israel in retaliation of the Zionist regime's aggression in the region.
(2024-10-07). Application opens for 11th Edition of Study UK Alumni Awards. ummid.com The British Council has invited applications for the 11th Edition of the Study UK Alumni Awards programme.
(2024-10-07). IBM opens 1st Quantum Data Center outside U.S. ummid.com IBM Wednesday October 02, 2024 unveiled the first IBM Quantum Data Center located outside of the United States in the presence of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, senior European government officials and European-based global enterprises.
(2024-10-07). GIGABYTE Unpacks Motherboards for AMD Ryzen 9000 Processors. ummid.com Leading computer brand, GIGABYTE, Tuesday launched X870E and X870 series motherboards, specifically manufactured for AMD Socket AM5 platform.
(2024-10-07). Israel bans UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres. ummid.com In another move insulting to the United Nations, the far right and extremist Zionist Regime of Israel banned the entry of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calling him 'persona non grata'.
(2024-10-07). Manipur, Attacks on Churches and Mosques – USCIRF Flags Religious Freedom in India. ummid.com In yet another embarrassing moment for the Narendra Modi government, the United States has once again flagged worsening religious freedom and condition of minorities in India under the BJP rule.
(2024-10-07). Modi Govt streamlines Halal Certification to boost meat export. ummid.com In a move to boost meat exports from India, the Narendra Modi Government in New Delhi Tuesday October 01, 2024 streamlined Halal Certification Process for meat and meat products.
(2024-10-07). Earth to have two 'Moons' till Nov 25. ummid.com Since Sunday September 29, 2024, our Earth has two Moons — one our own permanent neighbour and the other a temporary "Mini Moon" that will orbit our planet alongside the Moon for the next two months.
(2024-10-07). IIT Delhi to research on Aviation Textiles for IAF. ummid.com Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi and Headquarters Maintenance (HQ) Command, Indian Air Force Nagpur have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing innovative technologies for aviation textiles.
(2024-10-07). Israel rushes to hide damages by Iran missile attack. ummid.com The far right Zionist regime of Israel has imposed strict restrictions and censorship on media to hide the actual damages done in the Iranian missile attack Tuesday October 01, 2024.
(2024-10-07). RSS, Kangana Ranaut and Neo-Hindutva Feminism. ummid.com An RSS supporter and promoter of the idea of Hindu Rashtra, Kangana Ranaut is a new nationalist and a new cultural phenomenon.
(2024-10-07). Apple Stores in Bengaluru, Pune on card. ummid.com Apple is all set to open its retail stores in Pune and Bengaluru besides adding two new ones in Mumbai and Delhi NCR region.
(2024-10-07). CPI(M)-RSS Nexus in Kerala. ummid.com The close CPI(M)-RSS nexus or the former being used as political rule by the latter is fully in consonance with the present ideological-political degeneration of CPM in Kerala under the leadership of Pinarayi.
(2024-10-07). Elon Musk 'publicly' endorses Donald Trump. ummid.com SpaceX and Tesla CEO and owner of social media platform X (originally launched as Twitter) has publicly endorsed former President and Republican Party candidate for the 2024 US Elections Donald Trump.
(2024-10-07). Lessons from Drug Cartels for Arab Rulers Dealing Israel. ummid.com The drug dealers who operate in an illegal field have taken a stance that shows real action can be more effective than any diplomatic statements at Arab summits.
(2024-10-07). America: A Victim of Israeli Expansionism. ummid.com Israel's influence over U.S. politics has placed America in a paradoxical position, making it both complicit in and a victim of Israeli expansionism.
(2024-10-07). Crackdown or Udta Malegaon: Onus on the Malegaonians to choose one. ummid.com The drug menace in Malegaon till last year was reportedly limited to a small section of powerloom sector. But now, it has allegedly penetrated deeper among the labour class simultaneously knocking the doors of schools and colleges.
(2024-10-07). FOMO vs. FOBO: In House Hunt, One Helps While The Other Hurts. ummid.com Within this complexity, the psychological phenomena of FOMO – the Fear of Missing Out and FOBO – the Fear of Better Options – play big roles in homebuyer decisions…
(2024-10-07). India Haj Qurrah 2025 — Direct Link to Check. ummid.com The Ministry of Minority Affairs in India has conducted in coordination with Haj Committee of India, Haj Qurrah 2025 (Hajj 2025 Qurrah, Hajj 1446 H Qurrah also known as Hajj Lottery and Hajj Draw) using a centralised Random Digital Selection process today i.e. Monday October 07, 2024.
(2024-10-07). Jammu Kashmir, Haryana Election 2024 Results Tuesday. ummid.com The state election commissions in Jammu Kashmir and Haryana have made all preparations for counting of votes and declaration of results of the 2024 assembly elections in the two states Tuesday October 08, 2024.
(2024-10-07). microRNA discovery earns 2024 Nobel for U.S. scientists. ummid.com The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet Monday conferred the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly to U.S. scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for the discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation.
(2024-10-07). UAE BioTech Symposium revokes ban on Israel. ummid.com Decks are cleared for the Israeli BioTech companies to attend the UAE BioTech Symposium 2024 to be held in November.
(2024-10-07). Iran's Intelligence Services Chief was Mossad agent: Ex-Iranian President. ummid.com Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad claimed the head of Iran's intelligence services responsible for countering Israeli agents was himself Mossad agent.
(2024-10-07). Samsung Galaxy S24 FE: Specs and Price. ummid.com Samsung Electronics has expanded its popular Galaxy S24 Series by launching Galaxy S24 FE, the latest addition to the Galaxy AI1 ecosystem that delivers premium mobile experiences to more users.
(2024-10-07). Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Series: Specifications and Features. ummid.com Samsung Electronics has unpacked the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S10 Plus – the company's first tablets purposefully built for AI. Explore the new tablets' specifications, features and price.
(2024-10-07). Solar Eclipse October 2, 2024 – Time and List of Cities, Countries to Watch. ummid.com An Annular Solar Eclipse, that will virtually leave Sun looking like a 'Ring of Fire' will be seen in different parts of the world on Wednesday October 2, 2024.
(2024-10-07). Chinese scientists revive hope of Type 1 Diabetes clinical cure. ummid.com Chinese scientists revived hope of clinical cure for Type 1 Diabetes after carrying out the wold's first procedure to transplant islet cells in a female patient that reverses the major disease.
(2024-10-07). How Research Liquids are Revolutionizing Pharmacology. ummid.com The sphere of pharmacology is focused on the science of drugs and their effects on the living system.
(2024-10-07). Huge crater near Mossad HQ in Tel Aviv as Iran fires barrage of missiles on Israel. ummid.com Iran early in the morning Wednesday October 02, 2024 fired a barrage of ballistic missiles on Israel hitting Mossad Headquarters and other military targets in Tel Aviv.
(2024-10-07). Study: 1 of 14 patients at risk of wrong diagnosis. ummid.com One out of every 14 patients hospitalised are at risk of wrong diagnosis though these diagnosis errors are preventable, a new research has revealed.
(2024-10-07). 'A time of painful birth and major transformation': a senior Hamas leader reflects on October 7 and its aftermath. themaad.org
(2024-10-07). "We make all the money, they take it": Eaton workers discuss sellout of dock strike. wsws.org At Eaton Aerospace, 525 workers have begun their fourth week on strike. Workers at Eaton in Jackson have rejected two contracts, striking in opposition to the company's attacks on pensions, the threat against creating a second tier of workers at the plant as well as current and retiree healthcare cost increases.
(2024-10-07). This week in history: October 7-13. wsws.org This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago and 100 years ago…
(2024-10-07). Sri Lanka's JVP president reassures IMF he will implement savage austerity measures. wsws.org Following the talks, the IMF issued a statement declaring them "productive." "We are encouraged," it continued, "by the authorities' commitment to continue the reform efforts."
(2024-10-07). As Trump threatens to revoke legal status of Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, residents continue to rally in support. wsws.org Trump has threatened to remove the legal status of some 20,000 Haitians in Springfield, Ohio as resident continue to show support to the embattled immigrant community.
(2024-10-07). Resignation of "Green Youth" leadership signals further shift to the right in German politics. wsws.org These junior politicians have fully supported the pro-war policies of the Greens and are now seeking to exploit the anger these have unleashed for their own advancement.
(2024-10-07). As grim recovery efforts continue from Helene, powerful new hurricane threatens west-central Florida. wsws.org Hurricane Milton is forecast to strengthen to a Category 4 storm before striking the Gulf Coast of Florida.
(2024-10-07). US rail union bureaucracy denounces opponents of sellout contracts as "bad faith actors" wsws.org In a series of letters, one of which attacked the WSWS for exposing the new BNSF contract's preparations for one man crews, SMART bureaucrats arrogantly lectured workers about what they must accept.
(2024-10-07). The fabrication of a slander: Aidan Beatty's forgery of Gerry Healy's youth—and Irish history. wsws.org This supplementary review exposes Beatty's manipulation of evidence related to Gerry Healy's youth in Ireland.
(2024-10-07). Building company owner admonished over building collapse in 2011 New Zealand earthquake. wsws.org Businessman Alan Reay, whose company designed the CTV Building where 115 people died during the Christchurch earthquake, has been admonished by Engineering NZ for failing to properly supervise his subordinate.
(2024-10-07). University Hospital and HPAE union conspiring against nurses in Newark, New Jersey. wsws.org The Health Professionals and Allied Employees union is keeping nurses and other workers on the job without a contract while it seeks an agreement that protects the interests of the University Hospital administration.
(2024-10-07). One year of genocide in Gaza. wsws.org October 7 marks one year since Israel and the United States launched the genocide of the Palestinian people in Gaza, as the first phase of a regional war throughout the Middle East that is now metastasizing into a US-Israeli war on Iran.
(2024-10-07). Michigan Medicine hospital workers vote for strike action by 98 percent. wsws.org More than 2,700 workers voted by 98 percent to authorize a one-day strike against the University of Michigan health system to win their first contract with improvements in wages, benefits and working conditions.
(2024-10-07). Thousands attend funeral for Kamel Jawad, Dearborn resident killed by Israeli airstrike in Lebanon. wsws.org At the commemoration service, Jawad's children, nieces, nephews and siblings spoke about his generosity, humor and unflinching resolve in the face of danger and under attack from Israel.
(2024-10-07). How many of Trump's nine cat lives remain? Could fear of losing explain his cat munching hysteria?Ôøº. nationofchange.org The problem is that the unfeeling Trumpian brew of chaos, cynicism, and suspicion sabotage what open, healthy democratic systems depend on.
(2024-10-07). Mustafa Barghouti reflects on the future of the Palestinian struggle in a time of genocide and ethnic cleansing. mondoweiss.net 
In an interview with Mondoweiss, General Secretary of the Palestinian National Initiative Dr. Mustafa Barghouti reflects on the importance of Palestinian national unity, the challenges facing the Palestinian struggle, and the right to resist.
(2024-10-07). My martyrs live on. mondoweiss.net 
Out from under the rubble, I see my martyrs waving for me. They all stand again. They smile. They live. They go back home.
(2024-10-07). After October 7, my home became a bag I carry with me. mondoweiss.net 
I have lived through my own Nakba and understand why thousands of Palestinians fled their homes in 1948. I made the most difficult decision of my life and left Gaza, not knowing that what I carried might be all I will ever possess of my homeland.
(2024-10-07). Jeffrey D. Sachs: Here's the Truth — It Is the Lack of a Two-State Solution That Most Threatens Israel. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-07). Les Leopold: 135,900,000 Reasons Why the Working Class is so Angry. scheerpost.com 
By Les Leopold / Original to ScheerPost Since 1993, 60.2 million workers who had been on the job for at least three years have been laid off, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Another 75.7 million with less than three years tenure have also been let go. Working people understand that the periodic ups …
(2024-10-07). UN Issues Recommendations for Universities Regarding Free Speech at Palestine Solidarity Protests. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-07). Handmaiden to the Establishment: Peter Greste's Register of Journalists. counterpunch.org 
When established, well fed and fattened, a credible professional tires from the pursuit. One can get complacent, flatulently confident, self-assured. From that summit, the inner lecturer emerges, along with a disease: false expertise. The Australian journalist Peter Greste has faithfully replicated the pattern. At one point in his life, he was lean, hungry and determined to get the
(2024-10-07). Raw Deals: The Continued Shafting of the Chagossians. The Status of the Largest Chagos Island, The U.S Diego Garcia Military Base. globalresearch.ca It was a spectacular example of a non-event, alloyed by pure symbolism and cynicism. Here was a British government offering — how generous of them — to return sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, whose residents had been brutally displaced between …
(2024-10-07). Walz calls out Trump's economic failures in Fox News interview, emphasizes Harris' middle-class agendaÔøº. nationofchange.org Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz defends the Democratic economic plan on Fox News, drawing sharp contrasts with Donald Trump's tax policies and calling out corporate price gouging.
(2024-10-07). Israeli strikes on Gaza and Lebanon kill dozens amid intensified ground offensive. nationofchange.org Israeli forces launched their most intense bombing campaigns in Gaza and Lebanon, targeting key areas and prompting international calls for ceasefire.
(2024-10-07). Blowout erupts in west Texas's Permian Basin, creating 100-Foot tower of oily waterÔøº. nationofchange.org
(2024-10-07). UK: Robert Jenrick calls for ban on Palestine advocacy group Friends of Al-Aqsa. middleeasteye.net 
UK: Robert Jenrick calls for ban on Palestine advocacy group Friends of Al-Aqsa | Friends of Al Aqsa and the Palestinian Forum in Britain have slammed Jenrick's comments | | Leadership candidate Robert Jenrick delivers a speech on the final day of the annual Conservative Party Conference…
(2024-10-07). More than one-third of Israelis think Hamas won the war, poll finds. middleeasteye.net 
More than one-third of Israelis think Hamas won the war, poll finds | A survey by Israeli public broadcaster finds only 27 percent think Israel won the war against Hamas, one year into the conflict | | A man walks in front of a sign reading "Now!" in reference to hostages kidnapped during the dead…
(2024-10-07). Germany reconsiders Turkey's Eurofighter request as regional tensions rise. middleeasteye.net 
Germany reconsiders Turkey's Eurofighter request as regional tensions rise | Berlin also reportedly approves a $368m weapons sale to Ankara for the first time in years | | German soldiers take part in a ceremony in front of an Eurofighter jet on 26 February (Lukas Barth-Tuttas/AFP) | Germany…
(2024-10-07). Israel has killed more journalists in Gaza than in any conflict in 30 years. middleeasteye.net 
Israel has killed more journalists in Gaza than in any conflict in 30 years | In 12 months, more journalists were killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza and Lebanon than in any similar recorded period since 1992, says the CPJ | | Mourners and colleagues holding 'press' signs surround the body of Al Jazeera jou…
(2024-10-07). One year of U.S. imperialism's complicity in Israel's Gaza genocide. peoplesworld.org 
One year ago, as Israel launched its massive war on Gaza after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack, the U.S. government was fully aware its ally was embarking on a campaign that would end up with Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli leaders charged with war crimes. And yet, as the whole world has seen, that advance …
(2024-10-07). Polls showing rising Trump support among unionists present skewed picture. peoplesworld.org 
According to corporate media, ex-president and notorious union-hater Donald Trump has more "working class support" than any GOP presidential candidate in a generation. They supplement this with allegedly legitimate internal "polling" from the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which, according to rank-and-file Teamsters are not-so-accurate. The very poor so-called polling shows Trump favored by an alleged …
(2024-10-07). CPUSA: 'Stop arming the fascist Netanyahu regime'. peoplesworld.org 
The statement below was issued by the International Department of the Communist Party USA on Oct. 4, 2024, ahead of the one-year anniversary of Israel's war against Gaza. People's World republishes it here as an opinion feature. Over the last year, the fascist and opportunistic Israeli government, led by the criminal Benjamin Netanyahu, has rained …
(2024-10-07). Progressives to air Vigilantes, Inc., exposing rightwing challenge to 851,000 voters. peoplesworld.org 
Four years ago, two days before that November's election, Gamaliel Turner, then a U.S. Army major, received a letter from his county elections board in rural Southern Georgia, telling him his right to vote had been challenged. "You're telling me, that if I want to vote, all I have to do is show up, and …
(2024-10-07). The Meaning of October 7th: An Oppressed People Will Always Find a Way to Resist Oppression. globalresearch.ca "Peace is not the absence of conflict, but rather the achievement by popular struggle of … the defeat of global systems of oppression that include colonialism, imperialism, patriarchy, and white supremacy." (BAP Principle of Unity) | Today, October 7, 2024, the …
(2024-10-07). Final Straw: Mutual Aid and Disaster Relief in Southern Appalachia. itsgoingdown.org Long-running anarchist radio and podcast show The Final Straw presents two interviews on mutual aid in the face of Hurricane Helene in Appalachia. Over the first weekend of October, 2024, there was a deluge from two storms (including level 4 Hurricane Helene) descended on southern Appalachia, mostly on the eastern side which includes Asheville and…
(2024-10-07). Not Liking Someone Doesn't Mean They're a Cop: On Bad-Jacketing. itsgoingdown.org Critical text on how paranoia, conspiracy theories, and misinformation spread on the Left and ideas on how to push back against it. Originally published on North Shore Counter-Info. Read the full text, including visuals, online as a PDF Find the full text ready for printing as an imposed PDF Since the commencement of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood,…
(2024-10-07). How Palestine became the world's defining cause after 7 October. newarab.com 
As Israeli forces continue to sustain their assaults across the Gaza Strip and Lebanon on the Despite global leaders failing the people of Gaza…
(2024-10-07). Israel's war on Gaza's economy a year on: Killing by other means. newarab.com 
In northern Rafah lies the remnants of a once-thriving farmland, now reduced to rubble after being razed by Israeli forces. | Palestinian farmer Yaqoub Abu Daabs, 55, surveys the devastation of his farm, unable to approach the land to assess the full extent of the damage or retrieve any agricultural tools and supplies partially buried beneath the destruction. | After losing his son Muath, 27, who was killed by an Israeli airstrike three months ago while trying to reach the farmland, Abu Daabs now refuses to risk venturing near the area again. |
(2024-10-07). Gaza's children amputees struggle to live amid Israel's war. newarab.com 
A year on, Since 7 October 2023, the Israeli army has been waging a genocidal war on the Gaza Strip after a Hamas-led attack on Israeli military bases and civilian settlements within and around the Gaza envelope, killing approximately 1,100 people and capturing approximately 250 others. | For its part, the Israeli army killed more tha…
(2024-10-07). Hamas refutes Israeli claim of rescuing Yazidi woman. newarab.com 
The Hamas-controlled government in the Israeli officials had announced that their military, in cooperation with internatio…
(2024-10-07). Iran oil minister visits key site despite Israeli strike threats. newarab.com 
The visit comes after an Israeli official said the country was "preparing a response" after
(2024-10-07). Israel bombs Gaza and Lebanon on 7 October anniversary. newarab.com 
Israeli forces have sustained their assaults across the Gaza Strip and Lebanon on the Hezbollah rockets hit Israel's third-largest city of Iran-backed Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas,…
(2024-10-07). Israel to consider exiling Yahya Sinwar as part of deal: report. newarab.com 
According to the report, the leaders would be exiled with their consent, in an effort to reach a deal that would free the remaining captives held in Gaza. | The report adds that such an agreement may also include assets belonging to Hamas in Su…
(2024-10-07). Israel deploys more troops near Gaza ahead of Oct. 7 anniversary. newarab.com 
"The IDF's (army) Gaza Division has been reinforced with several platoons, with forces stationed to defend both the communities and the border area," the military said. | "The soldiers are fully equipped to defend the region in coordination with loca…
(2024-10-07). Israeli strike kills teen Gaza journalist Hassan Hamad. newarab.com 
Tributes have poured in for Hamad was killed during heavy Israeli bombardment and besiegement of Jabalia, while Israeli forces continued strikes on other areas including Rafah and Al-Zawaida. | Since the start of Israel's war on Gaza last year, Hamad has been documenting Israeli aggression on t…
(2024-10-07). Israeli strikes hit Beirut, army surrounds Gaza's Jabalia. newarab.com 
(2024-10-07). Israeli strikes kill over 100 children in Lebanon in 11 days. newarab.com 
The report from UNICEF added that around 690 children have been reported wounded in the last six weeks of the Israeli onslaught. | The organisation said it was working to provide emergency humanitarian relief and medical supplies to affected areas and communities…
(2024-10-07). Israeli strikes rock Beirut, Gaza ahead of war anniversary. newarab.com 
A huge fireball lit up the sky and plumes of smoke rose over Lebanese Prime Minister After a devastating year-long conflict in Gaza, Isra…
(2024-10-07). Justin Bieber slammed for sporting keffiyeh after Israel support. newarab.com 
Canadian singer Justin Bieber has been slammed online for wearing a The keffiyeh, a chequered fabric, has come to represent Palestinian solidarity, resistance and steadfastness. | The scarf has been seen over the last year at pro-Palestine rallies and protests, as people around the world call for a Gaza ceasefire. | The 30-year-old was photographed with the keffiyeh wrapped around his head while driving his car. | Online, man…
(2024-10-07). At least 18 killed in Israeli air strike on Gaza mosque. newarab.com 
At least 18 people were killed in an Israeli air strike on a Gaza mosque early on Sunday, said Palestinian news agency WAFA. | The strike on the mosque, near the Al-Aqsa Hospital in The initial death toll was five but eyewitnesses said the number of casualties could rise as the mosque was being used to house displaced people. | The Israeli military claimed in a statement it "conducte…
(2024-10-07). Lebanon postpones start of school amidst heavy Israeli strikes. newarab.com 
The minister, Dr Abbas Al-Halabi, said the decision was made as Israeli aggression and bombardment across various parts of Lebanon has displaced over one million people from their homes, and many are sheltering in schools. | Schools will be m…
(2024-10-07). One year on: Israel's lethal siege on Gaza's health system. newarab.com 
The blackened, pockmarked and shredded walls of In April, UN officials, Palestinian civil defence and medical workers in Gaza City stood atop of mounds of sand and rubble to inspect what remained of the territory's largest and most sophisticated medical complex. | The teams found burnt…
(2024-10-07). Policewoman killed in south Israel suspected shooting. newarab.com 
Israeli police on Sunday said The incident took place a day before the first anniversary of Israel's brutal war in Gaza, which has killed nearly 42,000 Palestinians. | "Paramedics have pronounced a 25-year-old female deceased, and are evacuating 10 casualties," emergency service provider Magen David Adom said in a statement. | Police identified the victim as Sergeant Shira Haya Suslik, a memb…
(2024-10-07). Toddler among four migrants dead in latest Channel crossing. newarab.com 
A two-year-old boy and three adults died overnight after two boats crowded with migrants got into difficulty while attempting the perilous The latest tragedies bring to 51 the number of migrants who have died attempting to reach
(2024-10-07). Tunisia votes with Saied set for re-election. newarab.com 
Tunisia holds a presidential election Sunday with Three years after a sweeping power grab by Saied, the election is seen as a closing chapter in Tunisia's experiment with democracy. | The North African country had prided itself for more than a decade for being the birthplace of the Arab Spring uprisings against dictatorship. | Polling stations open at 8: 00 am (0700 GMT) and close at…
(2024-10-07). Tunisia: Youth shrug off Presidential election, dream of leaving. newarab.com 
(2024-10-07). Tunisia's Saied set for landslide win, opponents reject poll. newarab.com
(2024-10-07). Very violent Israeli strikes pound Beirut's southern suburbs. newarab.com 
More than two dozen Israeli strikes hit south of Beirut Saturday night into Sunday, some of them very violent, with explosions heard for over two hours in one of the most intense barrages yet. | "Israeli enemy warplanes carried out four very violent strikes on (Beirut's) southern suburbs, and one strike on the Choueifat" area, with ambulances rushing to the site, Lebanon's National News Agency said at the beginning of the attacks. | Explosions were heard for miles across the city and beyond. Plumes of smoke could be seen rising from targeted areas, which included Burj al Barajneh, Haret Hreik, and Ghobeiry.
(2024-10-07). Weekend protests across US mark a year of Israel's war on Gaza. newarab.com 
(2024-10-07). Year on Israel's war, Gaza's displaced wait and dream of return. newarab.com 
Hana Al-Hamami, 52 years old, sits next to the radio for long hours, hoping to hear news of a ceasefire agreement in the Nearby, her husband Jamil Al-Hamami was busy repairing holes in their worn-out tent in preparation for the winter and did not seem interested in listening to the radio. | The Al-Hamami family lives in a tent in the Deir al-Balah camp in the central
(2024-10-07). Biden says 'not confident' of peaceful US election. newarab.com 
(2024-10-07). Contact with Nasrallah 'successor' Safieddine 'lost': Hezbollah. newarab.com 
A high-level Hezbollah source said on Saturday that contact with "Contact with Sayyed Safieddine has been lost since the violent strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs" early on Friday, the official told AFP. | "We don't know if he was at the targeted site, or who may have been there with…
(2024-10-07). Israel builds new infrastructure at Gaza's Philadelphi corridor. newarab.com 
The area, stretches from the Mediterranean coast to the Karam Abu Salem, or Kerem Shalom border crossing. | Tribal sources living in Rafah told The New Arab's Arabic language sister publication, Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, that the Israeli army h…
(2024-10-07). London: Thousands march in support of Gaza, 1 year after war. newarab.com 
Pro-Palestinian supporters from across the country began the march from Russell Square to Downing Street demanding an end to the conflict, which has killed nearly 42,000 people in Gaza since October 7. | At Saturday's 20th "National Mar…
(2024-10-07). Macron criticises Israel on Gaza, Lebanon wars. newarab.com 
French President Emmanuel Macron called Saturday for a halt on He also criticised Netanyahu's decision to send troops into a "I think that today, the priority is that we return to a political solution, that we stop delivering weapons to fight in Gaza," Macron told…
(2024-10-07). Palestinian factions say they can still fight Israel. newarab.com 
Palestinian factions in Gaza have said that they are still able to fight Israel, and that no deal will be made until it ends its war, according to a statement circulated by Hamas on Saturday. | The factions met in Gaza to mark the first anniversary of the 7 October Hamas-led surprise attack against Israel, which they call Al-Aqsa Flood. | The groups said in a statement that they held "an important national meeting on the first anniversary of the Al-Aqsa Flood Battle… and in light of the war of genocide waged by the Nazi Zionist occupation against our Palestinian and Lebanese people and the peoples of our Ara…
(2024-10-07). Protests planned across US to mark anniversary of Gaza war. newarab.com 
Demonstrations are planned in cities around the world this weekend, including in some conservative US states, to mark one year since The gatherings, called a Global Day of Action, which have been in the works for some time, will also highlight Israel's recent escalation of the war "We've seen this form of collective punishment in Gaza, and now…
(2024-10-07). Tunisian diaspora dream of returning amid Saied's repression. newarab.com 
Across the Tunisian diaspora, many "If I go back to Tunisia, I'll probably be arrested", says Kaouther Ferjani, the daughter of political prisoner Said Ferjani, currently living in the U…
(2024-10-07). Similarity of Russia's operation in Ukraine and Türkiye's fight against the PKK. uwidata.com Türkiye is at a crossroads, says Bercan Tutar, an expert on international politics and columnist at Turkish daily newspaper Sabah. He states that the Russian Special military Operation in Ukraine in many ways is like Türkiye's long-enduring fight against the terror organization PKK. Here are the reasons he states in the interview with UWI and …
(2024-10-07). Bibi's Game Plan. counterpunch.org 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may not have anticipated October 7. But the Hamas massacre that day gave him a welcome opportunity to execute a long=held Israeli plan. Its steps are to create a Greater Israel; destroy Hamas, Hezbollah and other adversaries in Iraq, Syria and Yemen; and quash Iran's budding nuclear program. Over the past 12 months, that plan has unfolded successively in four principal locations: Gaza, the West Bank (and East Jerusalem), Lebanon and now Iran.
(2024-10-07). December 11, 2024: A Day That Will Live in Infamy? counterpunch.org 
Greg Palast is known for his investigative reports for the Guardian and bestsellers including The Best Democracy Money Can Buy. Palast has just released his film about the latest attacks on the right to vote. It's called, Vigilantes Inc: America's New Vote Suppression Hitmen, narrated by Rosario Dawson and produced by Martin Sheen. Leonardo DiCaprio just released the
(2024-10-07). The Meaning of Marx in 21st Century Capitalism. counterpunch.org 
Two well-known economists from Turkey, Ahmet Tonak and Sungur Savran, have brought together a selection of their papers and essays presented as Chapters in their book, In the Tracks of Marx's Capital (Palgrave Macmillan). The authors are prominent representatives of contemporary Marxist social science in Turkey. These are papers on Marxist political economy. The scope
(2024-10-07). Will the Democratic Party Stop Genocide and Champion Winning Domestic Issues in Time for November? counterpunch.org 
With little more than four weeks to go before the November elections, polls show the Trump/Harris race as "too close to call." Winning should be a breeze for Harris and the other Democratic candidates. The GOP's Congressional votes and policies are bad for women, children, and workers. The GOP doesn't recognize and act against climate
(2024-10-07). Growing Old in the Age (And That's the Appropriate Word!) of Trump. counterpunch.org 
After Joe Biden was shuffled off stage on trumped-up charges of senility, I started thinking seriously about the weaponization of old age in our world. Who gets credit for old age and who gets the boot? At 86, I share that affliction, pervasive among the richest, healthiest, and/or luckiest of us, who manage to hang
(2024-10-07). A Tribute to a Brave Anti-Mining Activist: °Juan López, Presente! counterpunch.org As hired gunmen kill human rights leaders to protect private interests, transnational corporations are suing Honduras for halting "mafia-style" investments made during coup-instituted regimes, before the current government led by Xiomara Castro. Juan López is the latest in a long list of environmental defenders whose lives have been taken for opposing extractivism, often linked to
(2024-10-07). December 12, 2024: A Day That Will Live in Infamy? counterpunch.org Greg Palast is known for his investigative reports for the Guardian and bestsellers including The Best Democracy Money Can Buy. Palast has just released his film about the latest attacks on the right to vote. It's called, Vigilantes Inc: America's New Vote Suppression Hitmen, narrated by Rosario Dawson and produced by Martin Sheen. Leonardo DiCaprio just released the
(2024-10-07). The Meaning of Marx in 21st Century Capitalism. counterpunch.org Two well-known economists from Turkey, Ahmet Tonak and Sungar Savran, have brought together a selection of their papers and essays presented as Chapters in their book, In the Tracks of Marx's Capital (Palmgrave). The authors are prominent representatives of contemporary Marxist social science in Turkey. These are papers on Marxist political economy. The scope is
(2024-10-07). Math-Top Hiker: A Board Game Intervention for Teaching Fractions to Grade 5 Learners. pressenza.com 
by: Helen Dangsi Buyagan | In the vibrant landscape of educational innovation, "Math-Top Hiker," crafted by Helen D. Buyagan, emerges as a beacon for enhancing mathematical proficiency among Grade 5 learners at Sayapot Elementary School in Dacudac, Tadian, Mountain Province, Philippines. This engaging board game specifically targets the critical areas of addition and subtraction of fractions, addressing a pressing need identified through action research conducted by Buyagan herself. Recent studies highlight that incorporating game-based learning can significantly boost student engagement and understanding in math…
(2024-10-07). One year after Oct. 7 Combatants for Peace' message: peace is the way. pressenza.com Today, twelve months after the October 7 massacre, Israel commemorates its dead; the families of the hostages who (hopefully) are at least partly still alive met in the early hours of the morning right there, among those kibbutzim that were stormed by Hamas militiamen, while Gaza mourns its 42,000 confirmed dead and is rubble everywhere. The bombing continued tonight, the war knows no pause or mourning. | Against this backdrop of total devastation that has now for weeks extended the conflict to the entire region, we gladly publish this message from Eszter Koranyi and Rana Salman, co-directors of the Israeli-Pales…
(2024-10-07). October 7: One Year Since Israel's Bombardment of Gaza. globalresearch.ca
(2024-10-07). Selected Articles: The War on Gaza: The Case for the Only Durable Solution. globalresearch.ca 
By If the two-state solution proposed by the Oslo Accords has failed …
(2024-10-07). Chinese hospital unveils radiation-free cardiovascular treatment breakthrough. tvbrics.com 
It is beneficial for pregnant women, allergy sufferers, and cancer patients, as it avoids the risks associated with radiation…
(2024-10-07). Egypt and UAE forge cooperation to launch Ras El-Hekma development project. tvbrics.com 
Several partnerships between international, Egyptian, and Emirati firms were announced…
(2024-10-07). Ethiopia to strengthen trade and economic relations through BRICS membership. tvbrics.com 
The country aims to expand trade and attract Russian investors for the establishment of economic zones…
(2024-10-07). Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrates his birthday. tvbrics.com 
The head of state turns 72…
(2024-10-07). Saudi Arabia to host global conference on archaeology and nomadic heritage. tvbrics.com 
The event will include exclusive tours of prominent archaeological sites in AlUla…
(2024-10-07). UNHCR urges to step up support to Lebanon in view of cost of conflict. plenglish.com United Nations, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, urged today to extend international support to Lebanon, where he warned of the tragic cost of the Israeli offensive.
(2024-10-07). UNHCR urges to step up support to Lebanon in view of cost of conflict. en.escambray.cu The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, urged today to extend international support to Lebanon, where he warned of the tragic cost of the Israeli offensive…
(2024-10-07). Andy Burnham makes the case for devolving benefits system to a local level, in radical overhaul. leftfootforward.org "Just devolve to us how we do it. We know the organisations here and the ones who will succeed."
(2024-10-07). Shameless Boris Johnson says he regrets apologising over Partygate. leftfootforward.org Disgraced former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has never been known to accept responsibility or to tell the truth, character traits which eventually led to his downfall as Prime Minister. | And now Johnson has caused yet more fury and condemnation, after saying that he regretted apologising over Partygate. | Johnson made the comments during an interview with ITV, following publication of his new memoir 'Unleashed'. Johnson claimed in his new book that he thought apologising was a "mistake" which "made it look as though we were far more culpable than we were". | The partygate scandal, in which Johnson and other…
(2024-10-07). Tory campaign ad brutally mocked after using pensioner with a Rolex to complain about winter fuel cuts. leftfootforward.org "Tell me my party's social media team did not film a pensioner losing the winter fuel allowance wearing a solid gold @ROLEX?"
(2024-10-07). Shameless Boris Johnson says he regrets apologising over Partygate. leftfootforward.org Disgraced former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has never been known to accept responsibility or to tell the truth, character traits which eventually led to his downfall as Prime Minister. | And now Johnson has caused yet more fury and condemnation, after saying that he regretted apologising over Partygate. | Johnson made the comments during an interview with ITV, following publication of his | new memoir 'Unleashed'. Johnson claimed in his new book that he thought apologising was a "mistake" which "made it look as though we were far more culpable than we were". | The partygate scandal, in which Johnson and othe…
(2024-10-07). 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.
(2024-10-07). 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.
(2024-10-07). '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.
(2024-10-07). '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.
(2024-10-07). Police crack down on environmental activists protesting against the A69 route. presstv.ir Gendarmes in southern France are dislodging activists.
(2024-10-07). Heavy rain causes floods in northern Thailand's Lampang province. presstv.ir Heavy rain triggered floods in Thailand's Lampang province.
(2024-10-07). Flames, smoke across southern Lebanon amid Israeli airstrikes. presstv.ir Israeli warplanes conducted large-scale strikes on Hezbollah targets.
(2024-10-07). 1000s evacuate to Beirut amid intense Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of residents of southern Lebanon continue to flee their villages and cities toward Beirut.
(2024-10-07). Israel again launches air strikes on southern Lebanon. presstv.ir The Israeli military presses ahead with its aerial attacks across southern Lebanon more than two weeks into the regime's aggression against the Arab country.
(2024-10-07). One year of Al-Aqsa Flood: Hamas says operation shattered Israel's illusion of superiority. presstv.ir Hamas says the Palestinian resistance's Operation al-Aqsa Storm shattered the Israeli regime's "perceived military superiority."
(2024-10-07). Army chief warns Israel of Iran's 'stronger, more devastating' response to any mistake. presstv.ir The chief commander of the Iranian Army warns Israel of a stronger and more destructive response if it reacts to Iran's retaliatory operation.
(2024-10-07). Utmost unity: Islamic Jihad says fighting shoulder to shoulder with Hezbollah against Israel. presstv.ir Nakhalah says Palestinian Islamic Jihad resistance fighters are fighting shoulder-to-shoulder with their Hezbollah brethren on the Lebanese front.
(2024-10-07). Palestinian fighters hammer Israeli military sites on al-Aqsa Flood anniversary. presstv.ir Palestinian fighters launch an extensive retaliatory attack against Israeli military sites on the first anniversary of their historic Operation al-Aqsa Storm.
(2024-10-07). West Asia on verge of 'dangerous slippery slope', Iraqi PM tells US president. presstv.ir Iraq's prime minister has warned the United States and Europe that West Asia is on the verge of a "dangerous slippery slope" that could threaten global stability.
(2024-10-07). Thousands gather for Gaza in Istanbul on conflict anniversary. presstv.ir Thousands gather in Istanbul in solidarity with the Palestinian people.
(2024-10-07). Hamas targets Tel Aviv with barrage of rockets on Oct 7 anniversary. presstv.ir Hamas strikes the city of Tel Aviv with a barrage of rockets on the first anniversary of Palestinian fighters' historic Operation al-Aqsa Storm.
(2024-10-07). Hezbollah: Al-Aqsa Flood will have historic, strategic implications for region. presstv.ir Hezbollah has praised Operation al-Aqsa Strom as a heroic moment with historic and strategic implications for the entire West Asia region.
(2024-10-07). 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.
(2024-10-07). Anniversary of Storm: Hamas says Al-Aqsa op shattered Israel's illusion of superiority. presstv.ir Hamas says the Palestinian resistance's Operation al-Aqsa Storm shattered the Israeli regime's "perceived military superiority."
(2024-10-07). Russian S-70 UCAV incident proves Russia conducting covert strike missions over Ukraine. infobrics.org The fact that the S-70 'Okhotnik-B' was lost during a covert strike mission involving a Su-57S shows that this UCAV justified the very purpose of its existence — it's a far more expendable aircraft than a manned jet, a sentiment shared by prominent military analysts. And while the drone was lost, it provides the Russian military with invaluable combat experience that will allow the implementation of various improvements to the design before it truly enters mass production (a rather unnerving prospect for the Neo-Nazi junta).
(2024-10-07). Threshold Effects in BRICS Expansion. infobrics.org We have extensively covered the BRICS expansion as well as its key implications for the world economy, most notably from the viewpoint of which categories of countries would benefit the most from the enlargement of the BRICS core. One aspect, however, of this expansion that has not received sufficient attention in the discussions was the rise in the consolidated share of the expanded BRICS grouping in international organizations such as the IMF…
(2024-10-07). Charting India's Foreign Policy Course: Challenges and Prospects Under Mody 0.3. infobrics.org From April 19 to June 1, India conducted its general elections to select 543 Lok Sabha members. These elections, regarded as the world's largest festival of democracy, involved 969 million eligible voters, approximately one-eighth of the global population. India is the fifth-largest economy and a rising global power, so its polls carry significant global importance…
(2024-10-07). India Considers Northern Sea Route Potential. infobrics.org The development of the Northern Sea Route (NSR) is currently one of Russia's key strategic projects for the Arctic region. Given its scale and significance, developing the NSR also requires expanding international cooperation and participation in the project. Russia has been actively attracting Indian partners to find areas where the two can work together to expand the project…
(2024-10-07). Zelensky's "victory plan" looks more like "shopping list than a strategy" infobrics.org Stoltenberg says Kiev should consider recognising the reality of territorial losses to Russia.
(2024-10-07). Hezbollah's destruction a welcome development for Turkey. infobrics.org Turkish attempts to project itself as a regional leader (as the "voice of humanity's conscience", in the words of its Foreign Ministry) are part of larger ambitions that have been described as a Neo-Ottomanist agenda. Such has always faced opposition in the Middle East and beyond.
(2024-10-07). Former NATO chief finally tells the 'truth' about Ukraine. infobrics.org Already out of office, Stoltenberg finally feels free to say what he really thinks about the current war with Russia.
(2024-10-07). One Year of Genocide, One Year of Resistance. socialistproject.ca This October marks one year since Palestinian people in Gaza showed the world that they will continue to resist their continued displacement and dispossession by their colonizer. As we approach the one year mark of Israel's genocide on Gaza, we salute the Palestinian people's steadfastness and resistance. The people of Toronto marched in the streets on October 5th starting at Yonge and Dundas Square, for this international day of action! | In the span of one year, the Gaza Health Ministry has released the names of over 40,000 dead, with updated projections estimating over 189,000. Yet amidst this genocide,…
(2024-10-07). Kremlin critic killed in Ukraine's Kharkiv region: reports. scmp.com Ildar Dadin was hailed as a 'fearless and determined fighter' after he died on combat.
(2024-10-07). 5,238+ Actions As Part of Campaign Nonviolence Action Days, Sept 21-Oct 2. worldbeyondwar.org 
Tens of thousands of people participated in over 5,238+ nonviolent actions to protest violence, war, poverty, racism, and environmental destruction as part of the 11th annual Campaign Nonviolence Action Days. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2024-10-07). NATO must go to the trash-can of history, DPRK says. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) said the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) should be thrown into the trash-can of history as soon as possible. The state news agency KCNA today reproduces a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs according to which the military pact has degenerated under the logic and double standards of the United States, citing as an example the constant instigation of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
(2024-10-07). JACQUES BAUD: US MEDIA SHIFT NARRATIVE ON UKRAINE BEFORE US PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS. ingaza.wordpress.com
(2024-10-07). Russia's S-70 Hunter Drone Was Armed When Shot Down By Friendly Fighter Over Ukraine. twz.com 
Photos of the wreckage of the Russian You can read our original reporting of the drone shootdown
(2024-10-07). American Faces Russian Court's Verdict: First US Citizen Convicted as Mercenary in Ukraine Conflict. devdiscourse.com A Russian court has handed down a nearly seven-year prison sentence to Stephen Hubbard, a 72-year-old American, who has been convicted in a closed trial for allegedly working as a mercenary in Ukraine. The decision marks the first conviction of an American on these grounds in the ongoing conflict.
(2024-10-07). Ukraine: As a new school year begins, safety lessons about the dangers of explosive ordnance remain vital. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Ukraine: As Winter Approaches, Communities Prepare. icrc.org In the third year since the escalation of the armed conflict, communities in Eastern Ukraine prepare for the coming winter.
(2024-10-07). 'Russia doesn't want to use nuclear weapons': The view from wartime Moscow. aljazeera.com Putin is revising Russia's nuclear doctrine at a critical juncture in Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
(2024-10-07). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 955. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 955th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-10-07). Uncovering World Tyranny and Its War Strategies. Peter Koenig and David Icke. globalresearch.ca Everyone interested in where we are going in this dystopian civilization and ever-more tyrannical world, must see this extraordinary interview with David Icke by Kla.TV. | It can, and hopefully does, bring a larger awakening to the people around the globe….
(2024-10-07). Army Abducts Eight Palestinians in Bethlehem and Hebron. imemc.org 
On Sunday, Israeli forces abducted three Palestinian young men in the Bethlehem governorate and five others in the Hebron governorate, in the southern occupied West Bank. Occupation forces abducted three Palestinian young men in the southern West Bank governorate of Bethlehem after invading and searching their homes. Media sources said that on Sunday morning, occupation …
(2024-10-07). Army Abducts 45 Palestinians In West Bank. imemc.org 
Overnight until Monday morning, Israeli soldiers have abducted at least 45 Palestinians, including former political prisoners, from their homes in several parts of the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Prisoners' Society (PPS) and the Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs stated in a joint statement that among the abducted is former detainee Samah Hajawi, who …
(2024-10-07). Army Abducts Five Palestinians In Nablus. imemc.org 
On Monday dawn, Israeli soldiers invaded several towns in Nablus Governorate, in the occupied West Bank's northern part, stormed and ransacked homes, and abducted five Palestinians. Media sources reported that the soldiers invaded the towns of Tell, Beita, and Burin, near Nablus before storming many homes. They added that the soldiers abducted Sami Emad Mahmoud […] …
(2024-10-07). Army Abducts Two Palestinians In Bethlehem. imemc.org 
On Monday dawn, Israeli soldiers abducted two Palestinians from Bethlehem governorate, in the occupied West Bank. Media sources said several military vehicles invaded 'Aida refugee camp, north of Bethlehem, before the soldiers stormed and ransacked homes. They added that the soldiers abducted two young men, Jibril Karim Hasanat, 21, from his home in the refugee …
(2024-10-07). Day 367: Israeli Forces Continue Relentless Bombardment of Gaza. imemc.org 
On Monday, October 7th, 2024, day 367 of the Israeli aggression against the entire Palestinian civilian population of 2.2 million people in Gaza (one year after the assault began — the year was 366 days due to the leap year in 2024), Israeli forces continued their relentless bombardment of the Gaza Strip. The Israeli aggression …
(2024-10-07). Including One Woman, Army Abducts Three Palestinians, In Qalqilia. imemc.org 
On Monday dawn, Israeli soldiers abducted three citizens, including a woman, from the city of Qalqilia, in the occupied West Bank's northwestern part. Local sources reported that Israeli forces invaded the city of Qalqilia, stormed and ransacked several homes, before abducting a Palestinian woman, former political prisoner, Samah Hajjawi, in addition to Sabri Abu Hamed, …
(2024-10-07). Qalandia: Soldiers Kill A Child, Shoot 7 Palestinians, Including 3 Children, Abduct 20. imemc.org 
Updated: On Monday, Israeli soldiers invaded the Qalandia refugee camp, north of occupied Jerusalem, in the West Bank, fatally shot a Palestinian child, shot seven Palestinians, including three children, and abducted twenty citizens. In a statement, the Palestinian Health Ministry has confirmed that the soldiers killed a child, identified as Hatem Sami Hisham Gheith, 12.
(2024-10-07). Army Abducts Two Palestinians In Bethlehem. imemc.org On Monday dawn, Israeli soldiers abducted two Palestinians from Bethlehem governorate, in the occupied West Bank. Media sources said several military vehicles invaded 'Aida refugee camp, south of Bethlehem, before the soldiers stormed and ransacked homes. They added that the soldiers abducted two young men, Jibril Karim Hasanat, 21, from his home in the refugee …
(2024-10-07). Soldiers Shoot Two Children, Abduct 16 Citizens, In Qalandia. imemc.org Earlier Monday, Israeli soldiers invaded the Qalandia refugee camp, north of occupied Jerusalem in the West Bank, abducted sixteen residents and shot two Palestinian children. Several Israeli military vehicles invaded the refugee camp, before the soldiers stormed and ransacked dozens of homes, causing damage. Media sources said the soldiers abducted sixteen Palestinians from their homes, …
(2024-10-07). A Message to the Western Left. orinocotribune.com By Saheli Chowdhury — Oct 6, 2024 | Starting to write this, the first question that I ask myself is, who am I addressing? While the divisions among the left in general are notorious anywhere in the world, they are at another level when it comes to the so-called West, which is ironic given the almost non-existent success of the left in that part of the world. Nevertheless, taking into consideration the current dominant iterations, I suppose that the left in the West includes anything from liberalism to anarchism to Trotskyism to what is called Maoism — everything except solidarity — real solidarit…
(2024-10-07). During Beirut Visit, Iran FM Pledges Full Support for Lebanon Against Israeli Crimes. orinocotribune.com Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Beirut on 4 October, following another night of heavy Israeli bombing in the city, and expressed Tehran's support for Lebanon and Hezbollah in confronting Israel's crimes. | "The Islamic Republic of Iran supports Lebanon's efforts to confront the crimes of the Zionist entity," Araqchi said after his arrival. | Iran's most senior diplomat added that the foreign minister's presence in Beirut "in these difficult circumstances" was the best evidence that Iran stood by Lebanon and Hezbollah, which is now fighting an all-out war with Israel. | Araqchi also expressed his…
(2024-10-07). More Than 62% of Content on Social Media Contains Violent Messages. orinocotribune.com In an interview on the television program La Librería Mediática, broadcast by Venezolana de Televisión and hosted by Marialcira Matute, Venezuelan Minister for Science and Technology Gabriela Jiménez warned that over 62% of content on social networks contains violent messages. This finding, based on studies and surveys conducted in Venezuela, could have a negative impact on people's mental health. | During the interview on Saturday, October 5, Minister Jiménez also explained that mental health goes beyond the absence of illness. It encompasses a state of balance and well-being that includes organic, spiritual, se…
(2024-10-07). (Italiano) La Guerra Fredda come metafora. transcend.org 24 Settembre 2024 – La Guerra Fredda vale la pena rammentarla. C'è molto da imparare sul conflitto e il meta-conflitto. Per l'Occidente vs. l'Islam.
(2024-10-07). (Italiano) Più creatività , per favore! transcend.org Le istituzioni latin-americane domani possono diventare quelle dell'Asia Orientale, entrambe ispirate da e ispirazione per l'Unione Africana e soprattutto dalla madre delle Unioni, quella Europea, persa nel divario fra il desiderio di essere emulata e la paura d'irritare i nordamericani.
(2024-10-07). Need for Action. transcend.org 30 Sep 2024 – Zionism forcefully transformed a multi-ethnic/cultural/religious/lingual country called Palestine into a "Jewish state of Israel." There are 15 million Palestinians, 8 million refugees, and millions living in reservations/ghettos/bantustans/concentration camps being subjected to brutal daily attacks and torture for 76 years.
(2024-10-07). October's Surprise Party. transcend.org 28 Sep 2024 – As another October approaches, the beautiful season of colors begins. Yet as November nears, I think we might expect what for many will be the unexpected. A Black Swan event or the expected?>
(2024-10-07). Pavel Durov, the Superfluous Man—"He Will Share Data about His Telegram Users" transcend.org 29 Sep 2024 – Contrary to Durov's initial assurances that he would never betray the trust of his users or renege on his commitment to freedom of expression, he has in fact conceded to the authorities' key demand and will share data about his users with one or more of the interested governments.
(2024-10-07). Please Donate to Help TMS Stay Alive. transcend.org Our GRATITUDE to all who donate regularly; unfortunately, falling short of our basic needs.
(2024-10-07). Reflections on October 7. transcend.org For the several months after 7 Oct 2023, Israel's public discourse allowed it to carry out the genocidal assault on Gaza with little diplomatic friction in the West but growing discontent among progressive sectors of civil society.
(2024-10-07). Reframing Challenges of Governance of SDGs through Music. transcend.org Rendering Comprehensible the 16 Logical Connectives of Discourse with AI Assistance – Despite the insights offered and suggested by logic and rationality, it is evident that these are called into question by emotions and spirituality.
(2024-10-07). The Military-Industrial Complex Explained. transcend.org The Real Reason That the United States Is Permanently at War – Here is everything you need to know about the Military Industrial Complex.
(2024-10-07). We Have a Moral Obligation to Speak Out against Genocide. transcend.org 30 Sep 2024 – Dialogue with Prof. Alex Hinton, a leading anthropologist of genocides at Rutgers Univ.
(2024-10-07). The Corporate Corruption Behind Hurricane Helene. levernews.com
(2024-10-07). Gaza Municipality's year under fire. electronicintifada.net Unsung heroes work with minimal equipment but unyielding determination.
(2024-10-07). Our lovely chef . electronicintifada.net Islam was 22 years old and pregnant when an Israeli strike killed her and 18 members of her husband's family in northern Gaza.
(2024-10-07). One year of genocide and our souls remain beautiful. electronicintifada.net Abubaker Abed remembers Deir al-Balah as it was, mourns the way it is and celebrates its beauty and resilience.
(2024-10-07). How Israel killed hundreds of its own people on 7 October. electronicintifada.net One year on, the evidence is overwhelming.
(2024-10-07). My Memory of China | French teacher: I fall in love with China thanks to its inclusiveness, friendliness. ecns.cn 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Fleur Chabaille-Wang, a French associate professor at Beijing Foreign Studies University, shared her unique bond with China in an exclusive interview with China News network, saying that she fell in love with China at first sight during her first visit in 2010.
(2024-10-07). Efforts upgrading TV, IPTV services bear fruit. ecns.cn Fueled by the potential of the domestic market, China witnessed an increase in revenue from television, radio and online audiovisual services in the first half of this year, according to the industry's top regulator.
(2024-10-07). My Memory of China | French teacher: Witnessing China's growth, I share real China with the French. ecns.cn Recently, French teacher at Beijing Foreign Studies University Fleur Chabaille-Wang stated in an exclusive interview with China News Network that she loved China at first sight when she first came to China in 2010. She said that "China is developing rapidly," and that Chinese people live in harmony. She feels happy to work and live in China, because Chinese people are very inclusive, friendly and kind.
(2024-10-07). My Chinese Memory | French teacher: I fall in love with China thanks to its inclusiveness, friendliness. ecns.cn 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Fleur Chabaille-Wang, a French associate professor at Beijing Foreign Studies University, shared her unique bond with China in an exclusive interview with China News network, saying that she fell in love with China at first sight during her first visit in 2010.
(2024-10-07). My Chinese Memory | French teacher: Witnessing China's growth, I share real China with the French. ecns.cn Recently, French teacher at Beijing Foreign Studies University Fleur Chabaille-Wang stated in an exclusive interview with China News Network that she loved China at first sight when she first came to China in 2010. She said that "China is developing rapidly," and that Chinese people live in harmony. She feels happy to work and live in China, because Chinese people are very inclusive, friendly and kind.
(2024-10-07). Strategic Reflections on the Escalation of Israeli Intimidation in Lebanon. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). Austerity, dispossession and injustice: Facets of the debt crisis in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). Comrade President? Change and Continuity in Sri Lanka. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). The CADTM welcomes the sovereign stance of the new Government of Mexico of not inviting King Felipe VI of Spain to attend the inauguration ceremony. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). The "gender equity" farce: a feminist reading of World Bank policies. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). The Latin American Left amid China, the United States, late progressivism and the far Right. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). When Israel's accomplices accustom us to a monstrous, heartless and inhuman world! cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). Austria: stuck in the middle. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). PRC 75 today . cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). 'The Blessing' for genocide. cadtm.org
(2024-10-07). Is the Gaza-Israel Fighting "A False Flag"? They Let It Happen? Their Objective Is "to Wipe Gaza Off the Map"? globalresearch.ca "Anyone who wants to thwart the establishment of a Palestinian state has to support bolstering Hamas and transferring money to Hamas. This is part of our strategy". Benjamin Netanyahu…
(2024-10-07). There Just Aren't Enough Services to Prevent Homelessness. inequality.org Do you know who experiences homelessness in the United States? Often, it's hard-working parents who give back to their communities — maybe people just like you. I worked with people experiencing homelessness and helped women who were survivors of domestic violence. Then I experienced domestic violence myself and lost my own home. After that, I …
(2024-10-07). Add Your Name: Corporations Shouldn't Pay More to Execs Than They Pay in Federal Tax. inequality.org
(2024-10-07). A year of Israel's devastating war on Gaza. aljazeera.com Nearly 42,000 Palestinians killed, half of them women and children, as enclave marks a year of Israel's genocidal war.
(2024-10-07). All that's left is a key: Palestinians fleeing Israel's bombs dream of home. aljazeera.com The keys are light and small, but the longing for home that they hold is a driving force for Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-10-07). Calls for ceasefire in Gaza, Lebanon as world marks October 7 anniversary. aljazeera.com Pro-Palestine demonstrations held in many cities to mark a year of Israel's genocide in Gaza as war spreads to Lebanon.
(2024-10-07). Israel marks a year of deadly Hamas-led October 7 attack. aljazeera.com Memorials and protests over fate of captives mark first anniversary of attack as fighting continues in Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-10-07). US duo Victor Ambros, Gary Ruvkun win Nobel medicine for microRNA discovery. aljazeera.com Scientists win prize for their discovery of microRNA, a fundamental principle governing how gene activity is regulated.
(2024-10-07). One year of Israel's war on Gaza: Key moments since October 7. aljazeera.com Despite thousands of deaths in the last year in Gaza, Israel's war has expanded to other fronts in the region.
(2024-10-07). Pakistan bans prominent Pashtun rights group citing security concerns. aljazeera.com Government says activities of the Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement were 'prejudicial' to the country's peace and security.
(2024-10-07). World's rivers faced driest year in three decades in 2023, UN report says. aljazeera.com World Meteorological Organization says water cycles are becoming more erratic due to climate change.
(2024-10-07). Israel after October 7: Between decolonisation and disintegration. aljazeera.com It is difficult to predict what will happen in Israel, but history may give us a clue.
(2024-10-07). Why Palestinians won't leave their land. aljazeera.com The more Israel tries to make Palestinian life impossible in Palestine, the more Palestinians resist.
(2024-10-07). My name is Najwa and I survived a year of Israel's genocide in Gaza. aljazeera.com After a year of forced displacements, a resilient 10-year-old Palestinian girl returns to her city now in ruins.
(2024-10-07). 'No way out' of Gaza war. aljazeera.com "We need to report what's happening."
(2024-10-07). War crimes in Gaza I Al Jazeera Investigations. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Investigative Unit exposes Israeli war crimes in Gaza through photos and videos posted by Israeli soldiers.
(2024-10-07). Families commemorate victims of Oct 7 music festival attack in Israel. aljazeera.com
(2024-10-07). Hezbollah rocket attack on Haifa. aljazeera.com Video shows the moment a Hezbollah attack hit the Israeli port city of Haifa.
(2024-10-07). Israel supporters attack woman wearing keffiyeh in Germany. aljazeera.com Video shows Israel supporters in Berlin attacking a woman wearing a Palestinian keffiyeh scarf and pulling it off.
(2024-10-07). Israeli forces blow up mosque in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israeli forces have blown up a mosque in the southern Lebanese village of Yaroun as Israel intensifies its attacks.
(2024-10-07). Israel's Genocide in Gaza: One year since October 7. aljazeera.com 365 days of unrelenting Israeli attacks have resulted in one of the deadliest conflicts of the 21st century.
(2024-10-07). Video: Hamas fires barrage of rockets at Tel Aviv on October 7 anniversary. aljazeera.com Footage obtained shows smoke rising in Israel, after Hamas fired a barrage of rockets towards Tel Aviv.
(2024-10-07). Video: This doctor in Gaza has worked almost every day since Oct 7. aljazeera.com This Palestinian doctor has hardly had a day off as he worked to save victims for a full year.
(2024-10-07). One year of Israel's war on Gaza | Start Here. aljazeera.com 'A relentless cycle of loss'.
(2024-10-07). Former cricket captain Sanath Jayasuriya named Sri Lanka's head coach. aljazeera.com Jayasuriya takes on the role permanently after overseeing the men's national team's recent Test and one-day series wins.
(2024-10-07). Indian club Mohun Bagan out of AFC competition after missing match in Iran. aljazeera.com The football club did not travel to Tabriz for a match on October 2, the day after Iran launched missiles on Israel.
(2024-10-07). Paul Pogba drug ban reduced to 18 months, can play football from March. aljazeera.com Pogba's four-year doping ban is slashed on appeal, opening the door to the French star signing with a new club.
(2024-10-07). No rest in Umm al-Khair: Settler violence overshadows life in the West Bank. aljazeera.com For months, Israeli settlers have attacked the Palestinian village of Umm al-Khair on an almost daily basis.
(2024-10-07). At least three killed as floods swamp Thailand's Chiang Mai. aljazeera.com The city's Ping River bursts its banks after reaching its highest level in 50 years.
(2024-10-07). China says two citizens killed, one injured in Pakistan 'terrorist attack'. aljazeera.com At least 10 people hurt after a convoy from the Port Qasim Electric Power Company was attacked near Karachi airport.
(2024-10-07). Freed Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout back in business: Report. aljazeera.com Viktor Bout, dubbed the 'merchant of death', was exchanged two years ago for US basketball star Brittney Griner.
(2024-10-07). Nobel Prizes 2024: How do nominations work? aljazeera.com Here's a look at all those who can nominate people for the Nobels. The list is long – very long.
(2024-10-07). LeBron James and son Bronny make NBA history by playing together. aljazeera.com The Lakers picked LeBron's son in the NBA Draft in June, making them the first father-son duo in the same team.
(2024-10-07). Annual Review 2023: ICRC Activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Armenia: Capturing the stories of waiting and yearning. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Armenia: Operational highlights for the first half of 2024. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Azerbaijan: The inspiring journey of Sevda and her family rebuilding their lives. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Gaza: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). High-level initiative on international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). ICRC Emergency Response in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Israel: A year of loss and pain. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Coordination Mechanism Continues Work to Search for People Missing in Connection with Armed Conflicts. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas): ICRC ready to carry out further forensic work. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Africa launch a global initiative to galvanise political commitment to international humanitarian law and call for a high-level meeting to uphold humanity in war in 2026. icrc.org 27 September 2024…
(2024-10-07). Lebanon: ICRC delivers lifesaving medical supplies to Beirut amid ongoing escalation. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Middle East: The ICRC urgently calls on all parties to protect civilians. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Middle East: Protection of civilians urgently needed as violence escalates. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). A year of loss and pain: ICRC appeals for human dignity and urgent action to ease suffering. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). 2024 ICRC report on IHL and the challenges of contemporary armed conflicts. icrc.org Building a culture of compliance for IHL to protect humanity in today's and future conflicts…
(2024-10-07). Statement at the 79th United Nations General Assembly, Sixth Committee Plenary Meeting on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Health-care workers and facilities must be respected and protected" icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Nuclear weapons pose an existential threat to humanity. icrc.org Joint Statement of the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies on the occasion of the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, New York.
(2024-10-07). ICRC Statement at the UN Summit of the Future. icrc.org Delivered by Mr. Christopher Harland, Deputy Permanent Observer, ICRC Delegation to the United Nations in New York.
(2024-10-07). Cambodia: Battambang's wheelchair basketball court gets a roof. icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Healthcare workers and facilities must be respected and protected" icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Statement of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement on Lebanon: "Healthcare workers and facilities must be respected and protected". icrc.org
(2024-10-07). Hurricane Helene: A case of state-sponsored murder. expose-news.com Hurricane Helene which hit North Carolina on 25 September and was the second worst hurricane since Katrina, dumped 40 trillion gallons of water in a short amount of time, causing unprecedented flooding and …
(2024-10-07). Reiner Fuellmich issues four written statements. expose-news.com It has been almost one year since Dr. Reiner Fuellmich's kidnapping from Mexico. In less than a week, it will be a year. Dr. Reiner Fàºllmich (or Fuellmich) has been in custody …
(2024-10-07). COVID mRNA Vaccine Injury: 28-year-old Teacher Vaccinated from COVID-19, Diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer (Turbo Cancer). globalresearch.ca Below is an excerpt from My dear niece, Katie Cimini, is facing one of the toughest battles of her life. At just 28 years old, Katie has been diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer, an aggressive form …
(2024-10-07). New German Study: All COVID mRNA Vaccinated Children Are at Increased Risk of Cancer. globalresearch.ca Below is an excerpt from an article on A German peer-reviewed study has found that children who received two doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 mRNA vaccine had immune system damage one year after vaccination, and an elevated …
(2024-10-07). The War on Gaza: The Case for the Only Durable Solution: One Democratic State from the River to the Sea. Amir Nour. globalresearch.ca [Links to Parts I to XI are provided at the bottom of this article.] | "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." —(George Santayana)[1] | Bad Students of History: | General Vo Nguyen Giap, the great military …
(2024-10-07). Hurricane Helene's Rapid Intensification Fits Ominous Trend. globalresearch.ca
(2024-10-07). "We are Expecting Another Hurricane Hitting". FEMA Is Running Out of Funding, DHS Secretary Mayorkas Warns. globalresearch.ca Homeland Security Secretary
(2024-10-07). It Did Not Start on October 7, 2023: History of Israeli War Crimes, Surgical Strikes."The Killing of Palestinian Children has been Persistent". Felicity Arbuthnot. globalresearch.ca It was 15 years ago: Felicity Arbuthnot recalls the massacre of Palestinian children during the December 2008-January 2009 invasion of Gaza. | It did not start in October 2023. | The killing of children by Israel has been persistent: | Veteran War Correspondent …
(2024-10-07). Is Israel Willing to Use a Thermonuclear Bomb Against Iran? globalresearch.ca The assassination in Beirut of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah would be a new bait for Israel to involve Iran in the escalation of war and start its destabilization with help from the US. | But following its proverbial prudence, Iran has …
(2024-10-07). AI and The Mind-Controlled Road to Hell. "A true mental and spiritual dynamic empowers us to face the reality of the world courageously" globalresearch.ca The proponents of a transhuman AI future are a clinically insane, anti-life demonic cult. With this at the forefront of your mind, ask yourself: do I still want to do business with them? | If the answer is 'No', then take …
(2024-10-07). Ideologia neonazista ucraniana causando problemas na cooperaàßà£o Kiev-Varsóvia. globalresearch.ca Os sentimentos de hostilidade entre polacos e ucranianos continuam a aumentar. Cada vez mais autoridades polacas fazem declaraàßàµes criticando a atitude dos ucranianos em relaàßà£o a Varsóvia. Apesar do seu forte apoio a Kiev, a Polà¥nia tem sofrido numerosos problemas …
(2024-10-07). The Importance of Hezbollah to Lebanon and Beyond. globalresearch.ca Hezbollah is part of a larger Axis of Resistance, countering U.S. and Israeli influence throughout the Middle East. | On Saturday (Sep. 28, 2024), the Lebanese national resistance [Hezbollah] announced the martyrdom of its leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli …
(2024-10-07). The U.S. Role in Supporting Israel's Actions Against Palestinians: A Crime Against Humanity? globalresearch.ca The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one of the most enduring and deeply rooted political and humanitarian crises in the world. For decades, Palestinians have faced occupation, displacement, and violence at the hands of Israeli forces, a situation that many, including legal …
(2024-10-07). Analysis of the Options Facing Iran After the Attack on Israel on October 1, 2024. globalresearch.ca On October 1, Iran fired 180 missiles at Israel in retaliation for the killing of Ismail Haniyeh, an Iranian General, and Hassan Nasrallah. According to the Jerusalem Post today, the Israel Defense Force reported that Israeli army bases …
(2024-10-07). An Indictment of Genocide. progressive.org Reflections on the one-year anniversary of the war on Gaza.
(2024-10-07). Meta Is Aggressively Censoring Criticism Of US-Israeli Warmongering. caitlinjohnstone.com.au I am at risk of getting banned from both Instagram and Facebook as both Meta-owned platforms keep censoring my criticisms of Israel's US-backed atrocities in Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-10-07). On This Day In Particular. caitlinjohnstone.com.au On this day in particular, I would like to express my deepest sympathies for the victims of Israeli murderousness over the past year.
(2024-10-07). 2024 considered in Ecuador second year with most homicides. plenglish.com Quito, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) This 2024 is already the second most violent year in the history of Ecuador, with 4,805 homicides registered until September, local media warn today.
(2024-10-07). Nigeria and Sudan cholera mortality rate triples world average. plenglish.com Abuja, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) Nigeria and Sudan woke up today with the terrible news that mortality due to the cholera outbreak is three times the world average.
(2024-10-07). UN promotes youth leadership for urban future. plenglish.com United Nations, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) World Habitat Day calls today on youth to get involved in creating a better urban future, the theme of the day that insists on addressing the challenges and opportunities of the rapid configuration of cities.
(2024-10-07). Uruguayan Parliament to discuss the prison system crisis. plenglish.com Montevideo, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) The Interior Minister, Nicolas Martinelli, will appear before Parliament today to report on the death of six inmates in an arson attack, although his appearance will focus on the crisis in the Uruguayan prison system.
(2024-10-07). China and DPRK congratulate each other on anniversary relations. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) The foreign ministers of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), Choe Son Hui, and China, Wang Yi, exchanged messages on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
(2024-10-07). Paintings of Gandhi and Colombian war victims in Indian museum. plenglish.com New Delhi, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) A work of art on Mahatma Gandhi, created by relatives of survivors of the conflict in Colombia, is now part of the collection of one of the largest museums dedicated to the Father of the Nation of India.
(2024-10-07). Women in minority as candidates for Parliament in Uruguay. plenglish.com Montevideo, Oct 7 (Prensa Latina) The low female representation among candidates for Parliament in Uruguay today confirms the gender gap in the electoral campaign for the October 27 elections.
(2024-10-07). A venue debacle at cricket's Caribbean Premier League shines a spotlight on how 'the biggest party in sport' is run. globalvoices.org 
'Bizarre,' 'ridiculous and crazy' Global Voices Feature image created using Canva Pro elements. | On October 1, cricket fans filled Guyana's National Stadium in Providence to see Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago play. The The eventual result would see the Barbados Royals
(2024-10-07). A venue debacle at cricket's Caribbean Premier League shines a spotlight on how 'the biggest party in sport' is run. globalvoices.org 'Bizarre,' 'ridiculous and crazy' Originally published on Feature image created using Canva Pro elements. | On October 1, cricket fans filled Guyana's National Stadium in Providence to see Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago play. The
(2024-10-07). Pacific island nations want 'ecocide' to be an international crime. globalvoices.org 
Three nations submitted a petition to the International Criminal Court Originally published on Climate strike in 2019 in Vanuatu. The Pacific Island nations o…
(2024-10-07). Proposed mandatory halal certification for restaurants leads to criticism and a police probe in Malaysia. globalvoices.org 
A legislator who raised a concern with the proposal was reported to the police for offending religious feelings Global Voices A one-stop center for halal products in Malaysia. Photo by Central Spectrums Sdn Bhd. The
(2024-10-07). Hurricane Milton reaches Category 5, Cuba on alert. en.escambray.cu Hurricane Milton reached Category 5 on the Saffir Simpson scale on Monday and is moving slowly east-southeast over the Gulf of Mexico, a situation that Cuba is watching closely…
(2024-10-07). More hidden than the creeping of an ant! salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Abu Bakr As-Siddiq, may AllƒÅh be pleased with him, reported that Allah's Messenger, peace and blessings of AllƒÅh be upon him, said, "By the One in whose hand my soul is, Shirk is more hidden than the creeping of an ant. Shall I …
(2024-10-07). Imperial panel discusses future research policy at Conservative Party conference. imperial.ac.uk Imperial and the Institute for Government partnered for a discussion on how the UK can build upon recent R&D policy to support science and innovation.
(2024-10-07). Imperial-led project to develop global standards for biofoundry development. imperial.ac.uk Funding from the US National Science Foundation Global Centers programme will support work at Imperial to improve biofoundry development.
(2024-10-07). The Environmental Costs of the Escalating Middle East Crisis. worldbeyondwar.org 
By Jonathan Walsh, Rob Watson, Eoghan Darbyshire and Doug Weir, Further escalation in the Middle East will bring further environmental degradation, harming people and ecosystems. | Instability and environmental insecurity: | Conflict and insecurity have long been an important driver…
(2024-10-07). Despite attempts to hide it, Israeli forces clearly killed their own on 7 October. thecanary.co Electronic Intifada journalist Asa Winstanley has marked the one-year anniversary of 7 October by releasing the article How Israel killed hundreds of its own people on 7 October. In it, the outlet gives "a full overview" of a "major scandal" that Israel propagandists wanted the Western media to ignore. This was the revelation "that Israel […] | By
(2024-10-07). Dear Mr Starmer, we fact-checked your 7 Oct statement. You're welcome. skwawkbox.org 
Appalling mix of regurgitated and already-discredited lies with grotesque one-sidedness Sir Keir Starmer's statement today on the anniversary of the Hamas raid on southern Israel was a regurgitation of Israeli atrocity propaganda that has already been disproven, mixed with omissions of known facts about Israel's killing of its own people during the raid and a …
(2024-10-07). Facebook removes Skwawkbox post that accurately shows Labour's poor local election results. skwawkbox.org 
Discussing Labour's vote collapse is 'misleading', apparently Social media platform Facebook has removed a Skwawkbox post that accurately lists, then discussed, the collapse of Keir Starmer's Labour in last Thursday's by-elections. Supposedly, Facebook's AI decided the article is 'misleading': The removal comes with a warning the repeated 'breaches' can lead to more restrictions. Skwawkbox has …
(2024-10-07). UK PM Starmer's chief of staff quits over reports about salary. scmp.com Sue Gray's resignation came after recent BBC report that her annual salary was US$223,000, about US$3,933 more than the PM's.
(2024-10-07). Ethiopian state media journalist detained at unknown location. bbc.com
(2024-10-07). Civil War Breaks Out in the Green Blob But Don't Expect the BBC to Report it. wattsupwiththat.com The hatred arises because carbon capture is seen as legitimising the continued use of hydrocarbons. The less insane greens are finally realising that they cannot ban hydrocarbons altogether. This is due to the fact that half the world's population would die without hydrocarbon-based medicine, fertiliser, waste disposal etc. But of course the true believers are right in that carbon capture is a colossal waste of money providing little more than a fig leaf to cover the continued use of oil and gas.
(2024-10-07). Berlin supports Israel's escalation of war in the Middle East. strategic-culture.su 
Following Tehran's missile strike on Israel this week, the US and Israel are preparing a massive attack on Iran. Despite its public warnings of a "wildfire" in the Middle East, the German government would support strikes against Iran's nuclear program, military installations, or oil fields that would plunge the entire region into a catastrophic war. The statements from Berlin leave no doubt about that.
(2024-10-07). Happy birthday, President Putin. strategic-culture.su
(2024-10-07). How the U.S. kept Lebanon's Army drained to protect Israel. strategic-culture.su The United States plays an essential role in keeping the Lebanese Armed Forces barely armed to safeguard Israeli supremacy in the region. | ‚ùóÔ∏èJoin us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2024-10-07). Perfidy in Tehran. strategic-culture.su The West is in the throes of at least one, potentially two, crushing defeats at the moment — and so the question arises: Will lessons be learned? | ‚ùóÔ∏èJoin us on , , and .
(2024-10-07). Rússia está certa em remover o Talib࣠da lista de organizaàßàµes terroristas. strategic-culture.su
(2024-10-07). Cambodia: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org
(2024-10-07). Thailand: Report on torture and ill-treatment submitted to UN body. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) submitted a shadow report to the United Nations (UN) Committee Against Torture (CAT), ahead of its review of Thailand's second periodic report under the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. The review of Thailand's report will take place on 5 and 6 November 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland.
30 September 2024. The joint FIDH-UCL shadow report details the Thai authorities' failure to comply (…) | – |
(2024-10-07). Vietnam: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org On 27 September 2024, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delivered a statement at the 57th session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council during the Interactive Dialogue for the adoption of Vietnam's Universal Periodic Review (UPR). The statement expressed criticism of the Vietnamese government's behavior during the current UPR and urged UN member states to press the Vietnamese government to release all political prisoners and initiate legal, institutional, and (…) | – |
(2024-10-07). Two Chinese Nationals Killed in Karachi Terrorist Attack, BLA Claims Responsibility. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). Inter-American Court of Human Rights: Landmark ruling in favour of victims of the Pinochet dictatorship. fidh.org
(2024-10-07). Why Reform UK is Far-Right — and why Using the Right Terminology Matters. bylinetimes.com 
(2024-10-07). Russia: Opening of criminal proceedings against human rights defender Ilya Shumanov. fidh.org
(2024-10-07). Lebanon: Israeli Strikes Impede Fleeing Civilians, Aid. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People carry their luggage as they cross into Syria on foot, through a crater caused by Israeli airstrikes aiming to block Beirut-Damascus highway at the Masnaa crossing, in the eastern Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, October 5, 2024. | © 2024 AP Photo/Hassan Ammar…
(2024-10-07). UN Human Rights Council Should Renew Expert Monitor on Russia. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Defendants Alexander Dotsenko (L) and Anastasia Dyudyayeva, in a courtroom hearing accused of incitement to terrorism for leaving anti-war notes in a supermarket, St. Petersburg, Russia, July 18, 2024. | © 2024 Andrei Bok/SOPA Images/Sipa via AP Photo…
(2024-10-07). #MediaWatch: Sky Slammed for 'Enabling Hate' by Selling Ads for GB News for Years. bylinetimes.com 
Media reform campaigners are targeting communications giant Sky Media for 'propping up' the right-wing GB News channel, following a spate of Ofcom investigations and allegations that the channel's coverage exacerbated this summer's racist riots in England. | Sky Media is the advertising arm of media giant Sky, and has commissioned the adverts for GB News from the channel's launch in 2021. | On its promo site, Sky Media says it reaches "over 93% of the UK population" by selling ad space on "behalf of a range of renowned broadcasters and channels including Channel 5, Discovery, National Geographic, MTV, Nickel…
(2024-10-07). 'The Higher Education Act is a Culture War Tactic Designed by Right-Wingers to Ensure Their Views are Heard'. bylinetimes.com 
new Government, which right-wing newspapers clearly regard as having usurped the Most obviously, the Government's stress on the role played by social media in fuelling the
(2024-10-07). Jammu & Kashmir: New report details India's land rights violations since the abrogation of statehood. fidh.org
(2024-10-07). Despite War, Christian Leaders Unite in Israel, Marking October 7 With Hope and Solidarity. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). Should Israel Attack Iran? Evangelical Leader Mike Evans Says the Time Is Now. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). A MEAL Officer (M/F) – Full-time fixed-term contract. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) composed of 188 national human rights organisations from 116 countries. FIDH is a nonpartisan, non-sectarian, apolitical, and not for profit organisation. Since 1922, FIDH has been defending all human rights — civil, political, economic, social, and cultural — as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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(2024-10-07). October 7th anniversary: "I don't think anyone considered something so horrific could happen". fidh.org
(2024-10-07). After Gaza, Israel brings war to Lebanon. fidh.org
(2024-10-07). 15th commemoration of the 28 September 2009 massacre in Conakry: The trial enters a new appeal phase. fidh.org The commemorations of the Conakry massacre are being held today in Guinea, a few weeks after the 31 July 2024 verdict in which former senior officials were sentenced to lengthy prison terms. FIDH, OGDH and AVIPA are calling on the appeal judges to uphold the Guinean State's obligation to ensure the payment of the sums awarded to the victims. The three NGOs are concerned about the deteriorating political climate in which this historic trial will move forward.
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(2024-10-07). One Year After Hamas Massacre, Israel Faces Renewed Rocket Fire Amid Memorials. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). Hezbollah Rockets Hit Haifa and Tiberias, Israel Responds with Airstrikes. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). IDF Releases War Data as Israel Reflects on the First Anniversary of the October 7 Attacks. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). Commemorating October 7: Memorials, Protest, and Resilience in Israel. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). In the Face of Conflict, Christian Leaders Gather in Israel for Unprecedented Solidarity Event. themedialine.org
(2024-10-07). Iran Summons Australian Ambassador Over 'Biased' Stance on Israel Missile Strikes. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). Quds Force Commander Qaani Reported Safe After Beirut Strikes, Says Deputy Commander. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-07). Story from late author Richard Wagamese to be released as new book. windspeaker.com
(2024-10-07). Massive budget increase for TERS. sanews.gov.za Massive budget increase for TERS | In a bid to cushion companies in distress and prevent job losses, the Department of Employment and Labour has significantly increased its Temporary Employer-Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) budget from R400 million to R2.4 billion for the current financial year. | In a statement issued on Sunday, the department said this significant boost aims to assist companies in distress and prevent employee layoffs amid unstable economic conditions, as revealed by Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth. | TERS is an intervention by the department that provides financial assistance t…
(2024-10-07). Guterres & UN bury Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine solution & peace. onlineopinion.com.au The United Nations embraces the two state solution, but there is no practical reality in which it could exist.
(2024-10-07). Natjoints monitoring Cosatu strike. sanews.gov.za Natjoints monitoring Cosatu strike | The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) through its National Coordination Centre (NCC) is monitoring the nationwide Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) strike, taking place today. | The structure, which is responsible for the policing of major events and large gatherings, has mobilised all its resources working closely with all law enforcement agencies – including traffic officials – to ensure the safety of workers who will be taking part in the strike. | The NATJOINTS urged workers to gather and demonstrate peacefully within the con…
(2024-10-07). SA, Botswana strengthen economic ties. sanews.gov.za SA, Botswana strengthen economic ties | South Africa and Botswana have committed to strengthening economic ties between the two countries and reducing the barriers that currently impede the free flow of goods. | The commitment was made during a meeting between the Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Zuko Godlimpi and the Botswana Minister of Trade and Industry Mmusi Kgafela in Pretoria recently. | The two discussed the promotion of trade and investment and committed to addressing key challenges hindering the full potential of economic cooperation between the two countries. | They also reaffirmed th…
(2024-10-07). Agriculture dept oversees surveillance programme for African citrus greening disease. sanews.gov.za Agriculture dept oversees surveillance programme for African citrus greening disease | The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) has announced a planned surveillance programme for African citrus greening disease in and around Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. | The surveillance programme is an official process conducted to determine pest presence or absence in an area. | The planned surveillance programme follows the African strain of the disease, which was recently detected in the residential areas of Gqeberha. | African citrus greening disease is a bacterial disease of citrus trees,…
(2024-10-07). KZN Premier commends arrest of unscrupulous officer. sanews.gov.za KZN Premier commends arrest of unscrupulous officer | KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has commended the swift response of law enforcement agencies, which led to the arrest of a police officer for theft and fraud charges. | The constable, stationed at Cato Manor, was arrested on Friday morning during a raid at his home in Seaview after being found in possession of a bank card stolen from a hijacking incident, which left an 11-yer-old girl, Zarah Ramsamy, dead in Malvern last month. | According to the KZN police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, the constable was arrested after he was found in possessi…
(2024-10-07). Leaders challenged to ensure women enjoy full access to water, sanitation. sanews.gov.za 
Leaders challenged to ensure women enjoy full access to water, sanitation | Minister Pemmy Majodina has challenged women leaders in her department and its entities to ensure that the rights enshrined in the Constitution, especially access to water and sanitation, become the lived experience for all women in South Africa. | "The Constitution guarantees access to water and basic sanitation as a fundamental human right," Majodina said. | Majodina, the Minister of Water and Sanitation, was speaking at the Women in Leadership Dialogue held in Pretoria on Friday, 4 October. | The dialogue was hosted by the Department o…
(2024-10-07). Department of Science and Innovation renamed to highlight focus on tech. sanews.gov.za Department of Science and Innovation renamed to highlight focus on tech | The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has welcomed the renaming of the department as proclaimed in Government Gazette No. 51283 on 27 September 2024. | The new name, the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, follows the splitting of the Ministry of Higher, Science and Innovation into the Ministry of Higher Education and Training and the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation under the seventh administration. | "The department's name has undergone several changes in the past years.
(2024-10-07). Beachgoer saves a life in Western Cape. sanews.gov.za Beachgoer saves a life in Western Cape | City of Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has commended a beachgoer, who risked his life to save a swimmer from drowning over the weekend. | According to a report from the city, Brandon Janeka swam into the sea off the coast of Table View, which experiences regular rip currents and is outside of the designated swimming areas at Big Bay and Milnerton where lifeguards are based. | "The City commends Brandon for his bravery in selflessly swimming into rough seas to rescue a woman from drowning. | "The community of Heideveld and all Capetonians can be extremely proud of this…
(2024-10-07). Comments sought draft First Biennial Transparency Report. sanews.gov.za Comments sought draft First Biennial Transparency Report | Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has published South Africa's draft First Biennial Transparency Report (BTR), which provides critical insights into the country's progress in implementing and achieving its National Determined Contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, for public comment. | The adoption of the Paris Agreement (PA) in 2015, at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP21, provides the overarching global goal and framework for international climate action in…
(2024-10-07). Nonviolent resistance in Palestine is more dangerous than ever — but it's the only way forward. wagingnonviolence.org 
(2024-10-07). Van B. Robinson Common Council Chambers Weekly Schedule October 7 — 11, 2024. urbancny.com 
The Van B. Robinson Common Council Chambers is located on the third floor of | City Hall. For the most up to date information on meetings, cancellations, and other notices, please check the City website Monday, October 7th | No Meetings Scheduled | Tuesday, October 8th | 5: 30 p.m. Syracuse Public Art Commission Meeting | Wednesday, October 9th | 10: 00 a.m. Airport (Public Transportation) Committee Meeting re: I-81 Viaduct Community Grid Project | 12: 00 p.m. Study Session | Thursday, October 10th | 1: 00 p.m. Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting | Friday, October…
(2024-10-07). Reflections from some statements of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi al-Mad'khali [7 of 80]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Imam Sufyan Ath-Thawri, may Allah have mercy upon him, said, "Whoever lends an ear to a person of Bidah has left the protection of Allah and is entrusted to it (i.e. the bidah)". Al-Allamah Rabee bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali, may Allah preserve him, stated: …
(2024-10-07). Another drug mule nabbed. sanews.gov.za Another drug mule nabbed | Every week in the last month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested at least one drug mule at OR Tambo International Airport, with the 14th drug mule to be arrested in recent weeks, nabbed on Sunday. , , "Every week in the last month, SAPS has arrested at least one drug mule at OR Tambo International Airport. This week alone, police arrested three drug mules, including two Dutch traffickers, who were found with 80kg of Khat. Today's (Sunday's) arrest is the 14th drug mule to be arrested in recent weeks," the police said in a statement released at the weekend. , , In Sunda…
(2024-10-07). SABC achieves unqualified audit opinion. sanews.gov.za SABC achieves unqualified audit opinion | The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has achieved its first unqualified audit opinion in 14 years. | The milestone in terms of the Auditor General of South Africa audit outcomes was revealed when the public broadcaster tabled its Annual Report in Parliament for the financial year 2023/24. | "For the first time since the 2009/2010 financial period, the corporation has obtained an unqualified audit opinion. The unqualified audit opinion was made possible by the focused attention to financial disciplines and to institutionalising good governance throughout the c…
(2024-10-07). President Ramaphosa reiterates call for peace and immediate ceasefire in Gaza. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa reiterates call for peace and immediate ceasefire in Gaza | President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his weekly newsletter on Monday to once again call for an "immediate ceasefire that will end the suffering of the people of Gaza". | This as the world marks one year since conflict escalated between Israel and Hamas which has led to mass deaths, intense suffering and violence. | "Today marks one year since the start of an onslaught against the Palestinian people that has thus far claimed more than 43 000 lives. The violence that has been committed by Israel against Palestinians over many decades inte…
(2024-10-07). SAPS pilot flies high at Forty under 40 Awards. sanews.gov.za 
SAPS pilot flies high at Forty under 40 Awards | The South African Police Service's Lieutenant Colonel Kgothatso Khunou has done SAPS proud by walking away as the overall winner in the aviation category at the Forty under 40 Awards. | Khunou has received praise from National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, for her stellar achievement. | "We are immensely proud of both our pilots, who were nominated in the aviation category of the Forty under 40 Awards. This is an example of the pockets of excellence that exists in the SAPS [South African Police Service]," said Masemola. | Khunou is the first female…
(2024-10-07). Algerian journalist Badreddine Guermat arrested over Facebook post. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2024-10-07). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour
(2024-10-07). CPJ, partners alarmed after Slovak Prime Minister sues journalist, publisher. cpj.org
(2024-10-07). Israel marks first anniversary of Hamas' October 7 attack as Middle East violence escalates. scmp.com The October 7 Hamas attack triggered a war that risks igniting a far wider conflict in the Middle East.
(2024-10-07). Trump ramps up campaign in Wisconsin, Harris hits airwaves in razor-edge US election. scmp.com Trump visited battleground state Wisconsin for the fourth time in eight days as Harris begins week-long media blitz.
(2024-10-07). Echoes of Gaza reverberate in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore on war anniversary. scmp.com From boycotts to artwork and activism, the Palestinian struggle has ignited passionate responses across Southeast Asia over the past year.
(2024-10-07). City mayor in Mexico killed less than a week after he took office. scmp.com Alejandro Arcos was the mayor of the capital of Mexico's violence-plagued state of Guerrero.
(2024-10-07). Israel intensifies bombardment of Gaza, southern Lebanon before October 7 anniversary. scmp.com Israel is battling Hamas in the Gaza Strip and Hezbollah in Lebanon, as it prepares to strike Iran for a ballistic missile attack.
(2024-10-07). US spends record US$17.9 billion on military aid to Israel since Gaza war. scmp.com Report gives one of the first tallies of estimated US costs as the Biden administration backs Israel in its conflicts.
(2024-10-07). Gaza in ruins after Israel's year-long offensive. Rebuilding may take decades. scmp.com Even after the fighting stops, hundreds of thousands of people could be stuck living in squalid tent camps for years.
(2024-10-07). New books for 2024: Faith and introspection. anabaptistworld.org The October 2024 issue of Anabaptist World includes several mini reviews of recent books on faith and introspection.
(2024-10-07). Hurricane Milton takes aim at Florida after deadly storm Helene. scmp.com Florida prepares for massive evacuations as Hurricane Milton rapidly intensifies.
(2024-10-07). Russian activity in Ireland 'should come as no surprise', prime minister says. scmp.com Ireland's Simon Harris responds to report that Russian intelligence allegedly used a 'honeytrap' to recruit an Irish politician as an agent.
(2024-10-07). Iran's Quds Force chief out of contact since Beirut strikes, Iranian officials say. scmp.com Israel has been hitting multiple targets in Beirut as it pursues a campaign against Iran-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah.
(2024-10-07). China's chip breakthrough, origins of Hong Kong-style milk tea: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com From China's chip breakthrough to a producer slamming K-pop's 'factory-like' system, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.
(2024-10-07). Norman Finkelstein: October 7th Revisited. youtube.com Israel, Palestine, Hezbollah, and the end of Gaza.
(2024-10-07). Lebanon: Israeli Strikes Impede Fleeing Civilians, Aid. hrw.org (Beirut) — Israeli airstrikes on the main border crossing between Lebanon and Syria on October 4, 2024, are impeding civilians trying to flee and disrupting humanitarian operations, Human Rights Watch said today. The situation places civilians at grave risk.The Israeli military released a statement on October 4 indicating that the Masnaa border crossing was attacked because Hezbollah was using it to transfer weapons. An Israeli attack on a legitimate military target may still be unlawful if it can be expected to cause immediate civilian harm disproportionate to the anticipated military gain. If Hezbollah fo…
(2024-10-07). Al Gore thought stopping climate change would be hard. But not this hard. grist.org 
At a congressional hearing on the greenhouse effect in 1981, Al Gore, then a member of the House of Representatives from Tennessee, Gore's hearings didn't spark the epiphany he'd hoped among his fellow members of Congress. More tha…
(2024-10-07). How California boosted composting — but broke local composters in the process. grist.org 
Reporting for this story was supported by the Climate Equity Reporting Project at the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism. | In the first few years after Monique Figueiredo founded Compostable LA in 2019, it grew rapidly. The small business picked up food scraps from homes, event spaces, and businesses — ranging from Walmart to Nike — and delivered it to urban farms and community gardens where it was made into high-quality compost. It wasn't long before the venture had more than 1,000 customers throughout the city of Los Angeles. | Figueiredo's business diverted food waste from landfills whil…
(2024-10-07). Egypt: Alaa Abd el-Fattah must be released this month at the end of his prison sentence. fidh.org
(2024-10-07). Iran Summons Australian Envoy over Canberra's 'Biased' Stances. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran summoned the Australian Ambassador to Tehran in protest at his government's unjustified and biased positions on the regional situation.
(2024-10-07). Arielle Angel: Leaving Zion. newleftreview.org The rejection of Israel's hegemony by a new generation of Jewish Americans—and their radical critique of its revenge war on Gaza—have altered the political-intellectual terrain in the US. Arielle Angel, editor in chief at Jewish Currents, discusses the journal's role in this rupture with the Zionist establishment.
(2024-10-07). Enrica Villari: Between History And Theory. newleftreview.org From Signs Taken for Wonders to The Bourgeois, Franco Moretti has developed a changing, multifaceted sociology of the novel. In this critical reconstruction, Enrica Villari parses the theory that unfolds from his pioneering account of the form's evolution—through Goethe, Stendhal, Balzac, Eliot, García Márquez—and considers its political implications.
(2024-10-07). Jan Breman & Marcel van der Linden: Migration: A View From Below. newleftreview.org Against both the catastrophist and 'win-win' perspectives on immigration, this class-based examination shows that in-country and in-region movement far outstrips the traffic on the 'migratory corridors' joining poor countries to rich. Fieldwork from India and Indonesia reveals the social determinants shaping the conditions of departure.
(2024-10-07). Joshua Craze: Taxonomies of Hunger. newleftreview.org Death by hunger stalks millions in the Sahel and Horn of Africa—the upshot of West-led political and economic processes as much as climate change and war. Yet only a few instances can pass the demanding criteria for famine set by the humanitarian technocrats of the international bodies charged with its alleviation.
(2024-10-07). Julian Stallabrass: Memories of the Present. newleftreview.org What forms of criticism should be brought to bear on the pseudo-realist 'photographs' produced by prompts to AI programmes? Julian Stallabrass gets a bead on these thrice-alienated products of human image-making by framing them within information-science concepts of cultural entropy and philosophical considerations on déjà vu.
(2024-10-07). Nathan Sperber: The French Crisis: Organic or Conjunctural? newleftreview.org Since 2017, France's Fifth Republic has been polarized between three novel coalitions—techno-bourgeois, far-right and radical left. After July's snap elections, as Macron once again pockets the 'anti-fascist' vote and installs a conservative Prime Minister, Nathan Sperber argues that a Meloni-style domestication of Le Pen may be on the horizon.
(2024-10-07). Rohana Kuddus: Indonesia's Dynastic Webs. newleftreview.org How did Prabowo Subianto—former military strongman, with a list of massacres to his name—capture the Indonesian presidency? A comparative analysis of the dynastic political culture that has supplanted traditional left-right divisions across the archipelago, from its emergence under the dictatorship to its consolidation under Jokowi.
(2024-10-07). Tom Hazeldine: Neo-Labourism in the Saddle. newleftreview.org Still lagging its G7 peers in recovery from the 2008 crisis, and faced with the impasse of Brexit, Britain is haunted again by the spectre of decline. As Labour returns to office, tight-lipped about its plans, Tom Hazeldine analyses the class character of the vote and the regionally skewed economy that underlies it.
(2024-10-07). Israel Expands Ground Operation In Lebanon As World Braces For Retaliation Against Iran. twz.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country is now in a "war of resurrection" heightening fears of a broader regional conflict.
(2024-10-07). New York Times: Kamala Harris — The Only Patriotic Choice for President. independent.co.ug 
As a dedicated public servant who has demonstrated care, competence and an unwavering commitment to the Constitution, Ms. Harris stands alone in this race ANALYSIS | THE EDITORIAL BOARD | It is hard to imagine a candidate more unworthy to serve as president of the United States than Donald Trump. He has proved himself morally unfit …
(2024-10-07). Indigenous voters worry a Harris presidency means endangering sacred lands. grist.org 
At an August rally in Glendale, Arizona, the rowdiness of the crowd suggested a rockstar was about to take the stage. Instead, a booming voice welcomed the spectators with a full-throated endorsement of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris: "She is the right person at the right time to be our country's 47th president!" The voice belonged to Governor of the Gila River Indian Community Stephen Roe Lewis, a tribal leader who helped resolve long overdue water rights in the state for the tribe last year. Later on…
(2024-10-07). Conflict Minerals Rule Fails to Curb Violence in DRC: GAO Report. devdiscourse.com The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has announced that a 2012 rule from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) mandating conflict minerals disclosure has not reduced violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Despite efforts to monitor and regulate mineral use, armed groups remain active in the eastern parts of the country.
(2024-10-07). Deportation Controversy: Tensions Rise Between Haiti and Dominican Republic. devdiscourse.com The Haitian government has voiced strong opposition to a new deportation policy announced by the neighboring Dominican Republic, targeting tens of thousands of migrants, predominantly Haitians, for repatriation. Haiti's foreign minister, Dominique Dupuy, condemned the measure as an affront to human dignity and stressed the urgent need for respect and justice.
(2024-10-07). Israel Criticizes UN Over Hamas Anniversary Commemoration. devdiscourse.com Israel marked one year since a devastating Hamas attack with a United Nations event this Monday, aiming sharp criticism at the global body for its perceived failure to condemn the massacre. Ambassador Danny Danon of Israel pointedly addressed the deficiency in the U.N.'s resolutions, emphasizing Israel's determination to secure the release of hostages held by Palestinian militants in Gaza.
(2024-10-07). Justice and Consequences: The Tyre Nichols Case Unfolds. devdiscourse.com In a significant legal development, two former Memphis police officers, implicated in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, will be released on home detention until sentencing, while a third officer remains in custody. The incident has sparked national outrage and demands for police reform.
(2024-10-07). Global Vigil: Remembering a Year Since the Conflict's Beginning. devdiscourse.com On the first anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel, individuals worldwide are holding vigils, ceremonies, and protests to commemorate the event that initiated a conflict in Gaza, culminating in ongoing battles.
(2024-10-07). Trump's Controversial Remarks on Immigration and Crime. devdiscourse.com In a recent interview, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump stirred controversy by suggesting that there are 'a lot of bad genes' in the United States, attributing this to crimes supposedly committed by immigrants living illegally in the country. He highlighted a statistic from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) concerning convicted murderers, framing it as a critique of the current administration's immigration policies.
(2024-10-07). North Carolina Implements Flexible Voting Amid Hurricane Helene Aftermath. devdiscourse.com Election officials in North Carolina have approved measures to accommodate voters in regions impacted by Hurricane Helene ahead of the U.S. presidential election on November 5.
(2024-10-07). Turbulence in Haiti: Council Leadership Sparks Controversy. devdiscourse.com In a contentious leadership shift, Leslie Voltaire assumed the presidency of Haiti's transitional council on Monday, despite pushback from outgoing president Edgard Leblanc Fils. Fils refused to validate the transition, citing incomplete investigations into three councillors facing corruption allegations.
(2024-10-07). Judge Orders Google Revamp to Boost App Competition. devdiscourse.com A U.S. District Judge issued a mandate to Google requiring significant changes to its app distribution model. The ruling, connected to a lawsuit from Epic Games, seeks to provide Android users with expanded options for downloading and paying for their apps.
(2024-10-07). Supreme Court Declines R. Kelly's Appeal in Federal Sex Crimes Case. devdiscourse.com The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to review former R&B superstar R. Kelly's 2022 federal conviction, which involved child pornography and the enticement of underage girls. This decision maintains the guilty verdict handed down by a Chicago federal jury in one of the two significant sex crime cases against Kelly.
(2024-10-07). Indian Workers Abroad: Promises vs. Perils. devdiscourse.com A growing concern over Indians being forced into low-level or perilous jobs overseas, despite assurances of better employment, is set to be scrutinized by a parliamentary committee led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor.
(2024-10-07). Coal Block Allocation Scam: Key Figures Sentenced in Delhi. devdiscourse.com In a significant ruling, a Delhi court on Monday handed down jail sentences to four individuals implicated in a coal block allocation scam in Jharkhand.
(2024-10-07). Memorial Park Inauguration Honoring Sikkim Soldiers. devdiscourse.com Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate a memorial park in Pakyong district next week, honoring 24 soldiers who lost their lives during the Sikkim flash floods a year ago, officials announced on Monday.
(2024-10-07). Supreme Showdown: Abortion Access vs. State Laws. devdiscourse.com The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an appeal from President Joe Biden's administration seeking to enforce federal guidelines in Texas. These guidelines require hospitals to perform abortions when necessary to stabilize a patient's emergency medical condition.
(2024-10-07). Supreme Court Rejects Alabama Fertility Clinic Appeal. devdiscourse.com The U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from an Alabama fertility clinic seeking to avoid a wrongful death lawsuit. The lawsuit, filed by Felicia Burdick-Aysenne and Scott Aysenne, claims damages after their frozen embryo was destroyed. Alabama's top court classified frozen embryos as children, paving the way for the legal action.
(2024-10-07). Dramatic Prison Break: Inmate Captured in Morocco. devdiscourse.com Fabio Loureiro, one of five prisoners who staged a dramatic escape from a high-security facility near Lisbon last month, has been apprehended in Morocco, Portuguese authorities reported Monday.
(2024-10-07). Supreme Court Upholds Texas Abortion Law Amid Legal Battles. devdiscourse.com In a significant legal decision, the Supreme Court on Monday upheld Texas' stringent abortion law, rejecting a request from the Biden administration to overturn a lower court's ruling. The decision, which supports a ban on certain emergency abortions, comes as a major development in the ongoing national debate over abortion rights.
(2024-10-07). Supreme Court Rejects Appeal by Bank CEO in Manafort Bribery Case. devdiscourse.com In a significant legal development, the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear the appeal of a former bank executive involved in high-profile bribery case. This decision effectively upholds the conviction of Stephen Calk, erstwhile chairman and CEO of the Federal Savings Bank.
(2024-10-07). Market Mayhem: Sensex Slump Spurs Investor Losses. devdiscourse.com The financial market faced a significant setback as investors lost Rs 8.90 lakh crore with Sensex declining for the sixth day in a row, ending sharply lower on Monday. The downturn was largely influenced by substantial sell-offs in major stocks due to varied global trends and withdrawal of foreign capital.
(2024-10-07). Revolutionizing Corporate Learning: Enparadigm's AI-Powered CatalyX Upgrade. devdiscourse.com Enparadigm, renowned for its AI-driven experiential learning solutions, has introduced a significant upgrade to its CatalyX platform. This enhancement promises hyper-personalized learning journeys through real-time simulations, setting a new standard in corporate learning and development.
(2024-10-07). Adnan Sami Mourns Mother's Passing: A Tribute to Begum Naureen Sami Khan. devdiscourse.com Renowned singer Adnan Sami announced on Monday the passing of his mother, Begum Naureen Sami Khan, who was 77 years old. Sami, famous for hit songs like 'Bhar Do Jholi Meri' and 'Tera Chehra,' shared the devastating news on Instagram, alongside a touching photo of his mother.
(2024-10-07). Tragedy at Air Show: A Heatwave's Deadly Toll. devdiscourse.com Five fatalities linked to heat issues unfolded after an Indian Air Force air show at Marina Beach, as reported by Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian. The incident has prompted appeals to refrain from politicizing the tragedy.
(2024-10-07). Prabowo's Fiscal Vision: Balancing Debt and Revenue in Indonesia. devdiscourse.com Indonesia's incoming President, Prabowo Subianto, has announced plans to gradually increase the nation's debt-to-GDP ratio. This move, disclosed by his top adviser Hashim Djojohadikusumo, aims to balance financial commitments while enhancing tax revenue.
(2024-10-07). Prabowo's Fiscal Strategy: Balancing Debt and Revenue in Indonesia. devdiscourse.com President-elect Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia intends to gradually raise the nation's debt-to-GDP ratio, balancing it with efforts to enhance tax revenues, according to his adviser and brother, Hashim Djojohadikusumo. Speaking at a seminar, Hashim suggested that the increase could range from 1 to 2 percentage points annually, viewing the current sub-40% debt level as underleveraged.
(2024-10-07). Hezbollah Rockets Escalate Middle East Tensions. devdiscourse.com Early Monday, Hezbollah rockets struck Haifa, Israel's third-largest city, injuring 10, according to police. The attack coincides with the first anniversary of the Gaza war, which has ignited widespread violence across the Middle East.
(2024-10-07). Deadly Attack in Karachi: Chinese Nationals Targeted. devdiscourse.com In a devastating incident on Sunday night, two Chinese nationals were killed in an explosion near Karachi's international airport, confirmed the Chinese embassy in Pakistan, marking it as a 'terrorist attack' attributed to separatist group Baloch Liberation Army (BLA).
(2024-10-07). Israel's Year of Trauma: One Year After the Oct. 7 Attacks. devdiscourse.com One year after the catastrophic Oct. 7 Hamas assaults, Israel continues to grapple with deep-rooted trauma and an expanding conflict landscape.
(2024-10-07). Rebuilding Hope Amidst Destruction in Gaza. devdiscourse.com The recent conflict between Israel and Hamas has ravaged the Gaza Strip, leaving catastrophic destruction in its wake. Over 41,000 casualties, with significant human and infrastructural losses, mark this as one of the most devastating periods in the region's modern history.
(2024-10-07). SuperSport channel revamp set for Uganda Independence Day. independent.co.ug 
Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | DStv is preparing for a big shift in how customers enjoy sports with the revamp of SuperSport channels, starting Wednesday 9 October. According to a statement from DSTV, "this update will bring a fresh and refined viewing experience, putting more sports content at your fingertips than ever before. …
(2024-10-07). JEANNETTE KAGAME: Clean body, clean mind, clean soul. independent.co.ug 
First Lady Jeannette Kagame makes a 30-year old case for physical, intellectual and spiritual hygiene COMMENT | JEANNETTE KAGAME | The past few months have been a whirlwind of celebrations, with Rwandans from every corner of the country rejoicing over new milestones, new aspirations, and a renewed opportunity to bring our "big dreams" to …
(2024-10-07). Landslides hit Bududa again. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Following the continuous rains currently pounding the Bugisu region, a fresh landslide has hit five sub-counties in Bududa District. According to Militon Kamoti, the Bududa District LCV chairperson, the landslide occurred last night and affected sub-counties such as Bufuma, Nametsi, Bumayoka, Lutsekhe, and Bundesi. He stated that six homes …
(2024-10-07). Mandela Stadium Namboole will host 2024 Airtel Masaza Cup Final. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Airtel Masaza Cup 2024 final game will be played at the Mandela National Stadium on November 2, it has been announced in Bulange today by Buganda Sports Minister Robert Sserwanga. The tournament, which started in June this year, is now at the semifinal stage, with Buwekula, Kyaggwe, Buddu, …
(2024-10-07). Mining sector calls for more funding. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | IAN KATUSIIME | At the 13th mineral wealth conference organized by Uganda Chamber of Mines and Petroleum, there was an urgent call from everyone: we need more funding. A national mining company is in the works and so investors are positioning themselves to tap into the country's mineral wealth. The keynote speech …
(2024-10-07). US EMBASSY: Apologize for what? independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The United States Embassy in Uganda is yet to receive any formal request to apologize to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as demanded by Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defense Forces. In a tweet last week, Muhoozi said the country was about to see a confrontation between the government and …
(2024-10-07). Remembering Onapito Ekomoloit. independent.co.ug 
The life of a reporter, editor, lecturer, media proprietor, legislator, presidential press secretary and corporate guru THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | On Friday, September 27, Ivan Okuda called me announcing the death of Onapito Ekomoloit. It was as shocking as it was surprising. I had talked to Onapito only a few days earlier about my …
(2024-10-07). Coffee export compromise. independent.co.ug 
How EU agreed to delay deforestation-free coffee export directive to December 2025 COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | Sustained pressure from both within the European Union and coffee-producing countries such as Uganda has compelled the EU to extend the implementation of its Deforestation Regulation directive by 12 months. The ban is now set to take effect on …
(2024-10-07). How a new generation of female activists are countering digital threats. independent.co.ug 
ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSIIME | Safina Virani, a Ugandan feminist and activist, recalls a pivotal moment from about a year ago when her tweet against child marriage in the Middle East went viral. "I got bullied from all sides; Christians, Muslims, Arabs—they were like, 'Oh, you westernized people, you American,' because they had the assumption that …
(2024-10-07). Kenya beats Uganda in Rwanda to take Africa Region IV golf title. independent.co.ug 
Kenya wins third straight Africa Region IV tourney in Rwanda Kigali, Rwanda | LOUIS JADWONG & AGENCIES | Kenya rode to a third straight victory at the prestigious Africa Region IV Championship at Kigali Golf Resort and Villas in Rwanda on Sunday, thanks to some breath-taking golf from reigning Kenya amateur champion Michael Karanga. Karanga single-handedly ensured …
(2024-10-07). Rusumo hydropower project transforms lives in Burundi and its neighbours. independent.co.ug 
Project is located at the common border of Rwanda and Tanzania on River Kagera ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | For any surgeon, one of the worst moments in the operating room is the sudden, gut-wrenching silence that comes with a power outage in the middle of a medical operation. Dr. Franck Arnaud Ndorukwigira, the Deputy Director of …
(2024-10-07). 'Rwenzori — The Source of Life' promoting Destination Uganda on Brussels Airlines long-haul flights. independent.co.ug 
Fort-Portal, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT & MOFA MEDIA | The award-winning documentary "Rwenzori Source of Life" that features Oyo Nyimba Kamba Iguru Rukidi IV, King of Tooro Kingdom summiting the Margherita — the highest peak of Mountain Rwenzori, is now part of the entertainment package on all Brussels Airlines long-haul flights. "We are thrilled to announce …
(2024-10-07). The new gang of four. independent.co.ug 
China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia don't have a formal defence alliance but they've formed an alignment driven by a shared dislike for the US-led world order COMMENT | RICHARD HAASS | The Gang of Four was the name given to four senior Chinese officials closely associated with some of the Cultural Revolution's most radical features. …
(2024-10-07). A year on in its war with Hamas and Hezbollah, Israel is stuck, with no end in sight. haaretz.com Despite the IDF's successes in Gaza and southern Lebanon, the failure and abiding threat of October 7 will continue to hang over Israel. So will the war, which is liable to go on for years…
(2024-10-07). Almost half of Jewish Israelis, nearly all Arab citizens think the Gaza war must stop, survey shows. haaretz.com A slim majority of Israelis believe the time has come to end the war in Gaza, according to a survey by the Israel Democracy Institute. Israeli Jews and Arabs agree that the war's main goal should be bringing back the hostages, not toppling Hamas. 45 percent of Israelis said that they are optimistic about Israel going forward…
(2024-10-07). Israelis gather in Hostage Square on eve of Oct. 7 to share stories of those loved and lost. haaretz.com Hundreds of people gathered in Hostage Square in Tel Aviv to begin commemorations marking one year since October 7. Families of hostages shared their stories of that day, and those of their loved ones…
(2024-10-07). A year since Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel | Testimonies from a never-ending nightmare. haaretz.com
(2024-10-07). Hamas claims responsibility for rocket fire from Gaza to Tel Aviv area; Two wounded. haaretz.com IDF: Some 20 rockets launched into northern Israel, no casualties reported ‚ñ Hundreds gather outside PM Netanyahu's home in Jerusalem to mark Oct. 7 anniversary ‚ñ Two drones intercepted over Rishon Letzion, central Israel ‚ñ IDF strikes Beirut's Dahiyeh ‚ñ IDF calls on residents of additional southern Lebanon villages to evacuate…
(2024-10-07). Idan Shtivi, kidnapped from the Nova festival, was killed on Oct. 7, body held in Gaza. haaretz.com The Israeli army informed Shtivi's family on Sunday that he was killed during the initial attack one year ago, and his body was taken to Gaza…
(2024-10-07). Israeli soldier killed near Lebanon border. haaretz.com Master Sgt. (res.) Etay Azulay from Oranit was killed on Sunday during combat operations against Hezbollah…
(2024-10-07). In the year since October 7, Israel saw worst environmental damage in 60 years. haaretz.com 340,000 dunams have been set afire across Israel and the West Bank. However, the most harm is actually caused by constant army operations…
(2024-10-07). 20 rockets fired at northern Israeli town, building and vehicles damaged. haaretz.com IDF: Some 20 rockets launched into northern Israel, no casualties reported ‚ñ Hundreds gather outside PM Netanyahu's home in Jerusalem to mark Oct. 7 anniversary ‚ñ Two drones intercepted over Rishon Letzion, central Israel ‚ñ IDF strikes Beirut's Dahiyeh ‚ñ IDF calls on residents of additional southern Lebanon villages to evacuate…
(2024-10-07). Almost half the Jews, nearly all Arabs think the Gaza war must stop, survey shows. haaretz.com Most Israelis, Jewish and Arab alike, agree the war's main goal is to regain the hostages but the Jews are significantly more upbeat about the future…
(2024-10-07). Israeli hostage kidnapped from Nova festival was killed on October 7, body held in Gaza. haaretz.com Hundreds gather outside PM Netanyahu's home in Jerusalem to mark Oct. 7 anniversary ‚ñ Two drones intercepted over Rishon Letzion, central Israel ‚ñ IDF strikes Beirut's Dahiyeh ‚ñ Over 135 rockets fired into northern Israel on Sunday ‚ñ IDF calls on residents of additional southern Lebanon villages to evacuate north ‚ñ Over 135 rockets fired into northern Israel on Sunday…
(2024-10-07). Israeli Town On Fire After Direct Rocket Hit By Hezbollah; IDF In Panic On Eve Of Oct 7 Anniversary. hindustantimes.com Hezbollah, in a fresh attack on Israel on Oct 6, claimed to have targeted Galilee town of Maalot. A viral video from the city shows a home on fire, apparently caused by a direct hit from a projectile shot from Lebanon. Israeli police said there were no major injuries but widespread damage to property in the attack. Watch for more.
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating breast cancer through surgery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Globally, 2.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the World Health Organization. Advances in treating breast cancer are improving care and quality of life. Hear from Dr. Sarah McLaughlin, a Mayo Clinic breast surgical oncologist, in this Mayo Clinic Minute. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Treating breast…
(2024-10-07). RegenBio Summit: Understanding regulations for bringing breakthrough treatments to patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Learn about navigating regulatory pathways that advance promising biotherapies to daily patient care at RegenBio Summit: Transforming Next-Gen Biotherapeutics 2024. Peter Marks, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research within the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), will deliver a keynote address about guiding the development of new cell, gene and tissue therapies. Dr. Marks leads the Center within FDA that is responsible for ensuring that biological products are safe, effective and…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips to prepare for a sensitive medical appointment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org An appointment with your healthcare professional can be particularly stressful when it involves sensitive or intimate concerns about your body. However, addressing these concerns early is crucial for potentially detecting or identifying serious conditions like cancer. Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, understands that discussing gynecological health issues can be challenging. Finding a healthcare professional you trust and coming prepared to your appointment can make all the difference in ensuring your concerns are…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Could groin pain be a sports hernia? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 17-year-old son plays high school soccer. After a recent game, he began complaining of pain in his lower abdomen that radiates down to his inner thigh. His primary care physician believes he has a sports hernia. What is this condition, and how is it treated? What other sports injuries cause groin pain? ANSWER: A sports hernia is a type of core muscle injury that occurs when there is weakening or a…
(2024-10-07). Prostate cancer: Family history, genetics and your risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images If you've been diagnosed with prostate cancer, exploring what may have contributed to your cancer might not be at the top of your list. However, learning about your family history and the genetic characteristics of your prostate cancer can help your care team zero in on the best treatment plan for you. Daniel Childs, M.D., a Mayo Clinic medical oncologist specializing in genitourinary cancers, and Joan Steyermark, a Mayo Clinic genetic counselor, explain…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Setting boundaries for your well-being. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm a people-pleaser by nature and have difficulty saying no or setting limits in my relationships. How can I start to create healthier boundaries in a kind yet firm way? ANSWER: People have various types of relationships, including partners, spouses, children, friends, co-workers, neighbors and acquaintances. Different relationships involve different interactions, responsibilities and influences. Every relationship has boundaries or rules of engagement. You may be deliberate and conscientious about these boundaries, or…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to get hay fever relief from fall allergies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Autumn is the season of change, with green leaves turning color and temperatures cooling. It's also the season of hay fever, or allergic rhinitis. So how can people with fall allergies get relief? Dr. James Li, a Mayo Clinic allergist, has more in this Mayo Clinic Minute. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 06) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script….
(2024-10-07). 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 is CAR-T cell therapy? Survival rates for aggressive lymphomas have improved significantly thanks to advances in treatment, such as chimeric antigen receptor-T cell therapy (CAR-T cell therapy). Dr. Madiha Iqbal, a Mayo Clinic hematologist and oncologist, explains that CAR-T cell therapy is a personalized and innovative treatment giving hope to patients diagnosed with various lymphomas. Let's talk low libido Although it may be difficult…
(2024-10-07). Paying it forward: Florida woman leads support group after CAR-T cell therapy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As the sun rises above the St. Johns River and casts a glow on the glass buildings of downtown Jacksonville, Florida, Ann Mackey returns from a walk with her dog Maggie and prepares to attend a book club discussion. It's moments like these she has come to truly appreciate after treatment for breast cancer and multiple myeloma. Watch: Paying it forward: Florida woman leads support group after CAR-T cell therapy www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEMZ_K3DG2Q "I have always said…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Minimally invasive options use energy to treat enlarged prostate. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm a 64-year-old man who was recently diagnosed with an enlarged prostate after experiencing issues with frequent urination, especially during the night. What are the treatment options and potential side effects? ANSWER: An enlarged prostate, also called benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is a common condition as men get older. By age 60, about 30% of men show moderate to severe symptoms of BPH; by age 80, it is 50%. An enlarged prostate…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Minute: Who is at risk for a brain aneurysm? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editors note: September is National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month Brain aneurysms affect millions of people, with 6.7 million in the U.S. living with unruptured aneurysms. Globally, they can cause nearly 500,000 deaths annually. Dr. Chris Fox specializes in endovascular and cerebrovascular neurosurgery at Mayo Clinic. He says not all brain aneurysms need to be treated immediately. However, a brain aneurysm that bursts or ruptures causes a serious medical emergency. Dr. Fox explains who may be…
(2024-10-07). Peripheral artery disease: Leg pain, leg cramps, lingering foot wounds among symptoms. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World Heart Day is September 29 JACKSONVILLE, Florida — Leg pain and leg cramps aren't always an orthopedic issue: Both can be signs of peripheral artery disease, or PAD, a serious blood-flow issue with implications for the heart. In this expert alert, Young Erben, M.D., a vascular surgeon at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, explains how the most common form, PAD that affects the legs and feet, is treated. Options include a surgical technique from…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is valley fever? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Some areas of the U.S. are experiencing a recent uptick in cases of a fungal lung infection called valley fever. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, explains what you need to know about valley fever, how it's spread and how to avoid becoming infected. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/-d-FB39CTdI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic awarded federal grant to study experimental ALS drug. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Mayo Clinic in Florida has received a grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) to begin an innovative study that will provide hundreds of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) access to the experimental drug ibudilast over six months. The grant totals $22 million. Mayo Clinic will receive $12 million and manage the distribution of the remainder to its collaborators. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is CAR-T cell therapy? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Roughly 635,000 new cases of lymphoma were diagnosed worldwide, according to the World Cancer Research Fund International's most recent report. Survival rates for aggressive lymphomas have improved significantly thanks to advances in treatment, such as chimeric antigen receptor-T cell therapy (CAR-T cell therapy). Dr. Madiha Iqbal, a Mayo Clinic hematologist and oncologist, explains that CAR-T cell therapy is a personalized and innovative treatment giving hope to patients diagnosed with various lymphomas. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Mhzo1FAmV0 Journalists: …
(2024-10-07). The W-Curve Model: Understanding a new college student's experience. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The W-Curve Model was first proposed in 1963 to explain adjustment to culture shock. Starting college is a culture shock for many young people. It is often the first time students are away from home for an extended period. Freshman year is known for new experiences, but it also presents various challenges. Each new college student's experience is unique. Parents should be aware of the predictable adjustment pattern to help students navigate difficult times. The…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treatment-free remission for chronic myeloid leukemia. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 32-year-old daughter was recently diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia. It's a lot to take in. We've heard about treatment-free remission. That sounds hopeful. What does that mean? How is it achieved? ANSWER: It is a lot to take in. Some background information may help you and your daughter understand this diagnosis and potential treatment. Leukemias are cancers of the blood cells. Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) is an uncommon type of cancer…
(2024-10-07). 3 facts about acute lymphocytic leukemia in children. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The most common type of childhood cancer is acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), a blood and bone marrow cancer that creates immature white blood cells that can't perform their typical functions. Because of this, the disease worsens quickly. Most likely to occur in early childhood, ALL is more common in boys than girls, according to the American Cancer Society. Children younger than five are at highest risk for developing ALL. Asmaa Ferdjallah,…
(2024-10-07). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why more preventive screenings are needed in the Hispanic community. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org According to a recent study by the American Cancer Society, cancer is a leading cause of death among those of Hispanic heritage living in the U.S. Hispanic and Latino people are less likely to be diagnosed with lung, colon, breast and prostate cancers than non-Hispanic white men and women. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says preventive screenings for cancer and other diseases are effective ways to help reduce these burdens. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video…
(2024-10-07). Let's talk low libido. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It may feel uncomfortable to talk about low libido with your partner and your healthcare team. Unfortunately, it's a common problem that affects adults everywhere, yet many people have never been asked about their sexual health by their healthcare teams. Although it may be difficult to discuss, sexual health is important and factors that are causing low libido should be addressed. Many primary care, psychology and OB-GYN professionals are trained to care for and treat…
(2024-10-07). Ébola: La hora del deber. cubadebate.cu øTeníamos miedo? Sí, pero no cobardía. Nos enfrentábamos a algo desconoció en la práctica, no en la teoría, para la Ciencia Médica cubana. La rigurosa preparación y el conocimiento científico sobre la enfermedad (siempre he dicho que los microorganismos no caminan solos, son llevados o transportados), el ejercicio, práctica permanente y el dominio técnico de los procederes, nos dieron las habilidades para enfrentar la atención de 1658 pacientes. Muchos fueron salvados.
(2024-10-07). øQué está pasando con la recogida de desechos sólidos en La Habana? (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu De la céntrica calle Neptuno se desprende un hedor que convoca a disfrutar de un vertedero en el mismo corazón de La Habana. Y no sucede únicamente en este lugar de la capital: instantáneas parecidas se pueden tomar en cualquier municipio, en entrecalles o avenidas principales. A veces, la basura se acumula por semanas y se adueña de las aceras como si un peatón más fuera. La basura brota de la ciudad como una extremidad más.
(2024-10-07). El tiempo este 7 de octubre: Algunas lluvias en el norte de occidente y centro. cubadebate.cu Predominarán los nublados en occidente y centro y estará parcialmente nublado en oriente, con aislados chubascos y lluvias en Pinar del Río e Isla de la Juventud, que desde las primeras horas de la tarde se extenderán al norte de occidente y centro hasta la provincia de Holguín. En el resto las lluvias serán más aisladas.
(2024-10-07). Victor Ambros y Gary Ruvkun: Nobel de Medicina por el descubrimiento del microARN. cubadebate.cu Los investigadores estadounidenses Victor Ambros y Gary Ruvkun recibieron hoy el Premio Nobel de Medicina y Fisiología a por sus descubrimientos de los microARN y su papel en la regulación genética. La Asamblea Nobel entregó el galardón en reconocimiento a un trabajo que ha permitido despejar una pregunta clave sobre el funcionamiento del organismo.
(2024-10-07). Webinar: Comunicación No Violenta. worldbeyondwar.org Dice Rosenberg el creador, que la comunicación no violenta (CNV) nos orienta a reestructurar nuestra forma de expresarnos y de escuchar a los demás. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2024-10-07). Israel, Un Estado Genocida Dentro De Un Sistema Internacional En Crisis. worldbeyondwar.org 
Por: Loreta Tellería, Worl BEYOND War, 7 de Octubre 2024 | No cabe duda que la expansión del capitalismo, tiene como una de sus más feroces consecuencias la creación de estados genocidas, uno de ellos es Israel. En la actualidad, la humanidad esta siendo testigo de las consecuencias de un sistema internacional en crisis, donde no se respetan las normas mínimas de sobrevivencia humana. | En un discurso ante la ONU en 1964, el Ché Guevara aseguró que "el capitalismo es el genocida más respetado del mundo". No se equivocaba, hoy en día Israel representa al capitalismo, y el mundo -o aquella parte que lo lidera po…
(2024-10-07). Unión Eléctrica pronostica déficit de 1150 MW para el horario pico nocturno. cubadebate.cu Ayer se afectó el servicio por déficit de capacidad de generación las 24 horas del día. La máxima afectación por déficit de capacidad de generación en el horario pico fue de 1349 MW a las 18: 10 horas, no coincidente con el horario pico. De mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 1150 MW en el pico nocturno de este lunes.
(2024-10-07). Milton se fortalece en el Golfo de México y ya es categoría 3. cubadebate.cu El huracán Milton tuvo un rápido fortalecimiento durante la noche y ya es un poderoso sistema categoría 3, en la escala Saffir-Simpson, con vientos máximos sostenidos de 195 km/h, según la última actualización del Centro Nacional de Huracanes (NHC en sus siglas en inglés). Podría tocar tierra el próximo miércoles convertido en un huracán potencialmente destructivo.
(2024-10-07). Mienten. Engañan. Roban. Bombardean. Y manipulan la información. strategic-culture.su
(2024-10-07). Qué trae la prensa cubana, lunes 7 de octubre de 2024. cubadebate.cu