(2024-10-18). Watch: Dozens burnt alive as Israel bombs tented camp in Gaza. ummid.com Dozens of displaced Palestinians have been feared burnt alive after Israeli Occupation Forces bombed a tented camp in the grounds of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Sunday October 14, 2024.
(2024-10-18). Netanyahu sees opportunity to deal with Iran's nuclear program, raising U.S. concerns. haaretz.com Once the dust settles on the killing of Sinwar, international attention will switch to the Iranian front. In the meantime, the deaths of five IDF soldiers in Lebanon is a reminded that achievements in Gaza do not solve all Israel's problems…
(2024-10-18). Israel's War on the World. pressenza.com
(2024-10-18). U.S. threatens Iran with THAAD missile system. workers.org 
The following statement was posted by Resistance News Network on Oct. 13, 2024. Workers World adds this comment: Placing U.S. troops in the line of fire can provide a pretext for an even greater direct intervention by U.S. imperialism in an expanded war in West Asia, one where Washington has . . . |
(2024-10-18). Buffalo: State of University vs. State of the People. workers.org 
Buffalo, New York Students, staff, and community members gathered in front of Slee Hall on the University at Buffalo's North Campus on Oct. 11. Packed in that concert hall were 100 to 120 university administrators, deans, department heads and donors, who were all there to listen to the president's State . . . |
(2024-10-18). Defense of China is Solidarity with Palestine. workers.org 
From a talk by Larry Holmes, first secretary of Workers World Party, given Sept. 29 in New York at a meeting to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Scroll down for video. First, on behalf of the Central Committee of Workers World Party, . . . |
(2024-10-18). Message to DFLP: 'Solidarity to all those combatting the horrific genocide'. workers.org 
The following message was presented by Sara Flounders, contributing editor of Workers World newspaper and co-Coordinator of the International Action Center, at an Oct. 11, 2024, webinar sponsored by the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine featuring remarks by the Secretary General of the DFLP, Fahd Souleiman. Approximately 70 . . . |
(2024-10-18). Boston rally demands: Indigenous Peoples Day Now! workers.org 
Boston Nearly 200 Indigenous protesters and their allies gathered outside Park Street Station in Boston on Oct. 12 to demand that Massachusetts immediately designate the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples Day. An Indigenous-led coalition of United American Indians of New England (UAINE), the North American Indian Center of . . . |
(2024-10-18). I Resigned From Canada's Largest Broadcasting Corporation. popularresistance.org Words can empower, arm, and evoke sentiments that stimulate new ideas, worldviews, and policies. Being the only Muslim in the newsroom, I feared the language the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) was using to talk about Palestinians and resistance could ignite similar emotions that justified the U.S. invasion of Iraq and mass killings of innocent civilians in 2001. | Days after October 7, 2023, I sat across from a CBC executive who appeared uneasy yet curious about my concerns over CBC's coverage of Hamas' attack on Israel. I was appalled by CBC's lack of historical context between Israel and Palestine and…
(2024-10-18). UK Police Raid Home, Seize Devices Of Electronic Intifada's Asa Winstanley. popularresistance.org British counterterrorism police on Thursday raided the home and seized several electronic devices belonging to The Electronic Intifada's associate editor Asa Winstanley. | Approximately 10 officers arrived at Winstanley's North London home before 6 am and served the journalist with warrants and other papers authorizing them to search his house and vehicle for devices and documents. | A letter addressed to Winstanley from the "Counter Terrorism Command" of the Metropolitan Police Service indicates that the authorities are "aware of your profession" as a journalist but that "notwithstanding, police are investigatin…
(2024-10-18). More Authoritarian Crackdowns On Speech That's Critical Of Israel. caitlinjohnstone.com.au British "counterterrorism" police raided the home of Electronic Intifada editor Asa Winstanley on Thursday morning, seizing multiple electronic devices on suspicion that the journalist violated the UK's 2006 Terrorism Act with his social media activity.
(2024-10-18). Israel's War on the World. counterpunch.org 
Each new week brings new calamities for people in the countries neighboring Israel, as its leaders try to bomb their way to the promised land of an ever-expanding Greater Israel. In Gaza, Israel appears to be launching its "Generals' Plan" to drive the most devastated and traumatized 2.2 million people in the world into the
(2024-10-18). US 'Would Not Consider' Israel Arms Embargo Over Forced Starvation. popularresistance.org The US government's special envoy for West Asian humanitarian issues, Lise Grande, told the heads of over a dozen aid organizations that Washington "would not consider withholding weapons from Israel for blocking food and medicine from entering [Gaza]," according to informed sources who spoke with POLITICO. | "She was sort of saying, with certain allies, we can't play bad cop," an aid official who attended the 29 August meeting said, adding that Grande made it clear Israel is part of a "tight circle of very few allies" that Washington "will not oppose, nor will it hold anything back that they want."
(2024-10-18). AES Interrupts A $50b Shakedown In The Sahel. popularresistance.org In the shadow of the AàØr Mountains, along the southern edge of the Sahara, a Nigerien town has been poisoned. The lands around the town of Arlit, home to 200,000 Nigeriens, is scarred by an enormous open-pit uranium mine run by a French company known as Orano. | Following the 1960's independence struggle in Niger, Orano, a French state-owned enterprise, entered into a number of joint ventures with the neocolonial government of Niger as well as those of Spain, and Japan. These ventures (known as SOMAàèR and COMINAK) have since extracted over 145,000 tons of uranium from the mines around Arlit.
(2024-10-18). Catastrophe At The Ballot Box. popularresistance.org The United States of America is on the verge of World War III in three different theaters. Its social economy and infrastructure are in tatters. It's actively engaged in genocidal ethnic cleansing — killing tens if not hundreds of thousands of mainly children and women and spitting on every precept of humanitarian and international law — on behalf of an atavistic settler-colonial project. | It is more than ever despised and less than ever feared in a world escaping its control. And in this catastrophic conjuncture, the U.S. political and media culture throws up two of the most incompetent figures imag…
(2024-10-18). My Sister Was The 166th Doctor To Be Murdered In Gaza. popularresistance.org Your lives will continue. With new events and new faces. They are the faces of your children, who will fill your homes with noise and laughter." | These were the last words written by my sister in a text message to one of her daughters. | Dr. Soma Baroud was murdered on October 9 when Israeli warplanes bombed a taxi that carried her and other tired Gazans somewhere near the Bani Suhaila roundabout near Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip. | I am still unable to understand whether she was on her way to the hospital, where she worked, or leaving the hospital to go home. Does it even matter?
(2024-10-18). Cuba Under Intensified US Sanctions Confronts Its Greatest Challenge. popularresistance.org Despite draconian coercive measures by the US — overwhelmingly condemned every year by the UN General Assembly, with the next vote slated for October 29-30 — the Cuban Revolution has had extraordinary successes. This small, impoverished, formerly colonized island nation has achieved levels of education, medical services, and performance in many other fields, including sports, that rival the first world, through the application of socialist principles. | Cuba has rightly become a model of internationalism and an exemplar of socialism. As a consequence, every US administration for over six decades has t…
(2024-10-18). Diverse Coalition Urges Supreme Court To Protect Oak Flat. popularresistance.org A coalition of tribal nations, Catholic bishops, states, legal scholars, and diverse religious organizations asked the Supreme Court yesterday to protect the Apache sacred site at Oak Flat from destruction by a multinational mining giant. In Apache Stronghold v. United States, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals refused to stop the federal government from transferring Oak Flat to Resolution Copper, a foreign-owned mining company that plans to turn the site into a massive mining crater, ending Apache religious practices forever…
(2024-10-18). Major Chemical Accidents Are Alarmingly Common In The US. popularresistance.org Investigators have been busy at the U.S. Chemical Safety Board, the independent federal agency tasked with determining the root causes of major chemical accidents at industrial facilities. | In Georgia, fallout is continuing more than two weeks after a massive chemical fire erupted at the BioLab pool and spa supply facility in Conyers, just outside of Atlanta. The fire created a toxic plume of chlorine gas that forced 17,000 people from their homes just days after Hurricane Helene hit the state. In the suburban petrochemical corridor east of Houston, Texas, the Chemical Safety Board is investigating the toxic rel…
(2024-10-18). The Student Movement Awakes With A Roar In Argentina. popularresistance.org When far-right president Javier Milei intervened to veto a Congressional bill to fund public universities and keep his slashes to the education budget intact, he had no idea that he would wake up the sleeping beast of Argentina's student movement. | Between October 14 and 15, students and faculty held more than 100 assemblies to decide how to organize the fight against the far right government's attacks and many voted to occupy their universities. Students are now occupying 72 different schools and departments across the country and they are holding public classes in the streets in 30 universities across Argentin…
(2024-10-18). Dockworkers Could Be Striking, Come Inauguration Day. counterpunch.org 
So the dockworkers' strike is off for now, with a promise that it could resume in January. Did union bureaucrats accept a 62 percent pay hike in return for ending their three-day, early October walkout as part of a deal to help the Harris presidential campaign? If so, you can hardly be surprised. They endorsed her, and most of labor, with the notable exception of Teamsters president Sean O'Brien, regards a possible Trump presidency with the alarm reserved for earthquakes or tornados.
(2024-10-18). Suspicion, resentment, trauma, destruction — Beirut on the edge. aljazeera.com An Al Jazeera cameraman describes his attempts to report from Beirut, navigating fear and anger on the streets.
(2024-10-18). EU a "gold sponsor" of weapons fair featuring Israel's genocide profiteers. electronicintifada.net EIbit Systems promotes "AI-driven target investigation."
(2024-10-18). The Israeli General's Plan in Gaza: Genocide by Starvation. counterpunch.org 
George Orwell's dystopian foresight could easily find new expressions in the ongoing Israeli wars of genocide in Gaza and Lebanon. Much like "war is peace," the Biden administration and the European Union have contributed to creating phrases such as "aggression is self-defense," "murder is collateral damage," "safe areas are death traps," and "humanitarian aid is
(2024-10-18). 'Surrender or starve': What are Israel's plans for north Gaza. newarab.com 
Residents of northern Gaza's Jabalia refugee camp, along with those in the nearby towns of Beit Lahia and Beit Hanoun, were urgently The Israeli military then opened Eyewitnesses told T…
(2024-10-18). Sudan's warring sides using 'starvation tactics': UN experts. newarab.com 
UN experts on Thursday accused the two sides in "Never in modern history have so many people faced starvation and famine as in Sudan today," said the group of ab…
(2024-10-18). Yahya Sinwar Killed In Rafah: What It Means For Israel's Gaza War, Ceasefire Talks & The Middle East. hindustantimes.com Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind of the October 7 attack, has been killed. Sinwar's death is likely to have major implications for the Gaza War and ceasefire talks. The immediate impact will be on Hamas, which has lost much of its top leadership. Watch this video to know more about this.
(2024-10-18). "Greater Israel": The Zionist Plan for the Middle East. globalresearch.ca When viewed in the current context, the war on Iraq, the 2006 war on Lebanon, the 2011 war on Libya, the ongoing wars on Syria and Iraq, the war on Yemen, must be understood in relation to the Zionist Plan for the Middle East…
(2024-10-18). Israeli-US billionaire Adelson gives $100m to Trump campaign. newarab.com 
Israeli-American billionaire Adelson, one of the Republican Party's top donors and a staunch Zionist, had spent so far spent $100 million through four payments to her political action committee (PAC) supporting the Republican candidate, according to a report filed with the Federal Election Commission. | It was revealed in June that, despite remainin…
(2024-10-18). Biden arrives for Berlin summit, as NATO threatens Iran and Russia. wsws.org Despite overwhelming popular opposition to the Gaza genocide and plans to send NATO troops to Ukraine to fight Russia, NATO governments are planning a further, reckless escalation.
(2024-10-18). Netanyahu vows to continue Gaza genocide after killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. wsws.org The killing of Sinwar was met with unrestrained declarations of support for Israel's genocidal war by the leaders of the imperialist powers.
(2024-10-18). Israel's Slippery Slope to Genocide. counterpunch.org 
Omar Bartov is a historian specializing in the history of genocides, particularly the Holocaust. He published a lengthy and complex article in the British newspaper The Guardian (with a circulation of 300,000 copies) on August 13, 2024, in which he acknowledged that Israeli military interventions in the Gaza Strip have all the appearances of a
(2024-10-18). How Israeli education serves the occupation and genocide in Gaza. newarab.com 
How can they do that? Why are they like that? Where is their humanity? With each and every shocking episode of Israel's genocidal attack on Palestinians in Gaza, with each day dawning with ever more unimaginable atrocities, there is a numbness, a paralysis and a sense that the deepest essence of our humanity is being violated. | The institutional apparatus of Israel, its media, its religious, legal and military establishments have created generations that have no empathy for Palestinians. The most insidious part of this arsenal of indoctrination is the education system, from kindergarten right up to the end of…
(2024-10-18). Syria: French national Sabri Essid to stand trial for genocide and crimes against humanity. fidh.org
(2024-10-18). Israel strikes Syria, US pounds Houthis in Yemen. newarab.com 
(2024-10-18). From Israeli-Palestinian pacifism an exciting injection of hope. pressenza.com 
They were on the road for an entire day because of flights blocked by Amman and Tel Aviv due to the war now raging in Lebanon as well as in Gaza. A very difficult journey that saw them land at different airports and then finally reach Italy, keeping the organizers of the initiative, primarily Mao Valpiana, in uncertainty until the very last. And indeed they were all visibly tired at yesterday morning's press conference at Cascina Nascosta in Milan, and more so at the late afternoon meeting at the packed Acli headquarters. | Their names are Sofia Orr and Daniel Mizrahi, Israeli conscientious objectors who refer to…
(2024-10-18). The Corporate Vehicles Changing International Commerce. counterpunch.org 
On September 17, 2024, thousands of pagers belonging to Hezbollah members simultaneously exploded across Lebanon, killing dozens and wounding thousands, including civilians. The pagers were licensed by Taiwanese company Gold Apollo from the manufacturer BAC Consulting, a Hungary-based company registered in 2022. BAC Consulting is suspected of being an Israeli front company, working alongside Israeli shell
(2024-10-18). Information for people affected by the conflict in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Lebanon: Frequently asked questions about international humanitarian law, the protection of civilians, and our work in conflict. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Lebanon: ICRC deploys surgical team amid escalating humanitarian crisis. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). 3/4 Lebanon's districts have been bombed by Israel in past month. newarab.com 
More than 75 percent of Lebanon's districts have come under Since 23 September, 20 of Lebanon's 26 districts have been bombed, including areas not targeted in decades and far from the frontlines. | Israel's initial attacks since 7 October 2023 were centred on the south, while parts of the West…
(2024-10-18). Hezbollah destroy two Israeli tanks in southern Lebanon. newarab.com 
The Lebanese television channel said anti-tank systems were fired in two separate incidents amid clashes around the al-Labbouneh Hill area, the first hitting a tank at around 12: 50 am, causing the vehicle to catch fire. Hezbollah said the tank's crew members were killed and injured. | A second hit occurred at 2: 50 am, when an Israeli Merkava was targeted with an anti-tank missile…
(2024-10-18). Lebanon to elect president only after war ends: Speaker Berri. newarab.com 
Electing a president cannot happen while Lebanon remains under an Israeli offensive, the country's parliament speaker said on Wednesday as religious leaders called for an end to the presidential deadlock. | Lebanon's rival political parties have tried to A five-member committee made up of the US, France, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt has tried to reach a breakthrough in the presidential c…
(2024-10-18). New Israeli attacks target UNIFIL amid EU calls for protection. newarab.com 
The U.N. mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL) reported that its peacekeepers stationed near Kfar Kela in southern Lebanon witnessed an Israeli Merkava tank firing at their watchtower on Wednesday morning. | In response to such incidents, EU members of UNIFIL are calling for "maximum pressure" on Israel to halt these actions. | Two cameras were destroyed, and the tower was damaged, the UNIFIL said in its statement. | On the same day, EU nations with peacekeepers in Lebanon expressed "the shared will to exert maximum political and diplomatic pressure on Israel" to prevent further "incidents" against the UN mission, Italy…
(2024-10-18). U.S. defense chief: Sinwar's death provides opportunity to end 'terrible war' in Gaza; Hezbollah vows escalation. haaretz.com Netanyahu: 'Evil suffered a heavy blow today; Hamas will never rule Gaza again' ‚ñ IDF releases names of five soldiers killed in Lebanon fighting ‚ñ Hamas leader Sinwar killed by IDF soldiers in southern Gaza ‚ñ Gallant: Sinwar's death is clear message to residents of Gaza – surrender and release the hostages ‚ñ Hostages Families Forum calls to seize opportunity to reach deal to release hostages…
(2024-10-18). UNIFIL in south Lebanon reminds us of Israel's famous Keystone Cop. haaretz.com
(2024-10-18). Hezbollah Takes Revenge On IDF From Hamas' Behalf? Israeli Tanks Blown Up, 'Casualties' In Lebanon. hindustantimes.com Hezbollah claimed it inflicted heavy losses on the Israeli Army in Southern Lebanon. The Lebanese group on Oct 17 said they destroyed two Israeli Merkava tanks with guided missiles. The militants claimed that the attack on the tanks caused fire and casualties. Watch for more.
(2024-10-18). 'Staggering' unemployment in Gaza a year after war: UN. newarab.com 
More than a year into Israel's war on Gaza, "nearly 100 percent" of the besieged territory's population has been plunged into poverty with a ruined economy and "staggering" unemployment, the UN said Thursday. | In the occupied West Bank, where violence has also surged since Hamas's October-7 attack last year and the war in Gaza, the situation "has been equally concerning", the UN's International Labour Organization said. | "The impact of the war in the Gaza Strip has taken a toll far beyond loss of life, desperate humanitarian conditions and physical destruction," Ruba Jaradat, ILO's regional director for Arab…
(2024-10-18). US activists to be deported from Israel after West Bank arrests. newarab.com 
Two The two, who were working with activist group Fazaa in the village of Qusra, near Nablus, were arrested by According to Haaretz, the two were interrogated by…
(2024-10-18). Ukrainian president outlines "victory plan" that promises total war. wsws.org Zelensky insisted this week that with authorization from his Western backers to launch missiles deep into Moscow's territory, tens of billions of dollars in additional aid, and an invitation to join NATO, he will deliver "peace through strength."
(2024-10-18). Biden White House backs UAW bureaucracy's phony "Keep the Promise" campaign. wsws.org With anger mounting over the refusal of the UAW to fight layoffs, the Biden administration has thrown its support to Shawn Fain's fake fight against Stellantis.
(2024-10-18). Pilots at Frontier Airlines vote to strike, posing need for joint struggle with Boeing workers. wsws.org Opposition is growing to cost-cutting across the global airline industry, a sign of enormous potential support for the Boeing strike.
(2024-10-18). Global public debt to hit $100 trillion. wsws.org The International Monetary Fund has called for reductions in government spending on an unprecedented scale.
(2024-10-18). Roberson's execution is delayed, but the grim process of state executions continues. wsws.org Robert Roberson was not only an innocent man; the state of Texas, led by the fascist Governor Gregg Abbott and his equally foul Attorney General Ken Paxton are seeking to put him to death for a crime that never occurred.
(2024-10-18). Kinds of Kindness: People are awful, it seems—Yorgos Lanthimos up to his old tricks, unfortunately. wsws.org Having shown some humanity and elemental sympathy for suffering in Poor Things, Lanthimos cannot simply revert to his previous coldness and cynicism. He has to actively defend those qualities.
(2024-10-18). Escalating funding crisis in New Zealand public health system. wsws.org Privatisation in the public health system is underway as funding cuts see one third of the population missing out on healthcare of some kind.
(2024-10-18). Indigenous Tepehuana and Wixárika Denounce Criminalization in Jalisco. itsgoingdown.org Communique from the Indigenous Tepehuana and Wixárika community of San Lorenzo Azqueltán denouncing the criminalization of community members for their struggle in defense of territory and autonomy. To the National Indigenous Congress To the Zapatista Army of National Liberation To the National and International Sixth To the Human Rights organizations To the Media From the…
(2024-10-18). BRICS+: The New Dawn for Consolidating Multipolar World. pressenza.com The question yet stands: what potential countries with high aspirations are gearing to join BRICS+, an informal association of developing economies, during the forthcoming summit this October 22-24. In the context of preparations for the BRICS+ summit, a number of significant issues, including the expansion of the association, were reviewed and considered at the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reiterated "the creation of a category of partner states" for current association of BRICS+. Lavrov had already indicated the "suspens…
(2024-10-18). Baguio Central University Doctoral Students Commemorate Teacher's Day Celebration 2024. pressenza.com 
by: Josefa P. Dampilag, Christine S. Luyosen, and Fe Togmey | The Graduate School Doctorate Students of Baguio Central University, alongside their esteemed Professors—Dr. Francis Cesar Bringas (8th from left, seated), Dr. Genevieve Kupang (9th from left, seated), Dr. Loida Mangangey (10th from left, seated), and Dr. Michael de Roxas (11th from left, seated)—joyfully gathered to celebrate World Teachers' Day 2024. The event was a meaningful tribute to the invaluable contributions of educators in shaping future leaders. | On October 5, 2024, the doctoral students of Baguio Central University (BCU) came…
(2024-10-18). How will Delhi react to Sheikh Hasina's arrest warrant? pressenza.com
(2024-10-18). Unprecedented since 2019: over 200 people joined the CADTM Autumn Meetings. cadtm.org
(2024-10-18). CADTM International Council | Day 1 | The polycrisis of capitalism. cadtm.org
(2024-10-18). Measuring global poverty. cadtm.org
(2024-10-18). The Kenyan Uprising. cadtm.org
(2024-10-18). UK foreign secretary's China visit to 'enhance strategic mutual trust'. ecns.cn UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy's visit to China on Friday and Saturday will mark a significant opportunity for a new beginning in Sino-British relations.As China transitions from an economy focused on quantity to one that emphasizes quality, British expertise could play a critical role in this shift."ÄÄ"ÄÄThe UK's world-class educational institutions, in particular, are well-placed to support China's aspirations to become a more innovation-driven economy.
(2024-10-18). Institutions release 2024 Global Carbon Neutrality Annual Progress Report. ecns.cn Tsinghua University released the 2024 Global Carbon Neutrality Annual Progress Report in Beijing on Thursday.
(2024-10-18). Major differences exist in China-EU EV tariff negotiations: MOC. ecns.cn Major differences still exist in China-EU electric vehicle tariff negotiations, as the EU failed to respond to the core concerns of both Chinese and European industries, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2024-10-18). Comicomment: Wherever its hands reach, chaos follows. ecns.cn In reality, the U.S. exports instability, undermining international order and threatening global peace, making it the largest source of unrest and a major disruptor of peace and security worldwide.
(2024-10-18). China's GDP expands 4.8% in first three quarters. ecns.cn China's gross domestic product (GDP) reached around 94.97 trillion yuan (about $13.33 trillion) in the first three quarters of 2024, up 4.8 percent year-on-year, according to data released on Friday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
(2024-10-18). Sixth World Buddhist Forum unveils Buddhism's artistic evolution. ecns.cn Three themed exhibitions opened on Tuesday at Mount Xuedou in Ningbo, East China's Zhejiang province, to trace the spread of Buddhism in the country and the manifestation of its ideas and values in various kinds of art and crafts throughout history.
(2024-10-18). Minister suggests accelerating regulatory system for autonomous driving sector. ecns.cn Jin Zhuanglong, minister of industry and information technology, said that the country will step up making standards and regulations and building a comprehensive regulatory system for high-level autonomous driving.
(2024-10-18). Measures unveiled to stabilize property market. ecns.cn China will renovate an additional 1 million units of urban village and dilapidated housing through a monetary compensation approach, said Ni Hong, minister of housing and urban-rural development, on Thursday.
(2024-10-18). Thai PM eyes 'Golden Year of Friendship' with China. ecns.cn Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra met with Chinese Ambassador to Thailand, Han Zhiqiang, at the Ivory Room in the Government House in Bangkok on Wednesday.
(2024-10-18). China, Pacific island nations eye prosperity. ecns.cn China's relations with Pacific island countries are open and aboveboard without any geopolitical intentions, and are not for its own selfish interests or directed against any third party, a senior Communist Party of China official said on Thursday.
(2024-10-18). Shanghai Jiao Tong University wins international students' innovation competition. ecns.cn Six teams of aspiring student innovators from among the world's top universities have made it to the final of the 2024 China International College Students' Innovation Competition, held in Shanghai on Tuesday.
(2024-10-18). Mathematicians help to cure cancer in a creative manner. ecns.cn A recent academic essay on maths is expected to help in treatment of intestine cancer by creating a model for new drugs to be developed.
(2024-10-18). Flagship BRI project in Indonesia marks anniversary. ecns.cn The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway, a flagship project of the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative, marked the first anniversary of its official operation on Thursday, showcasing impressive achievements in both transportation and economic development.
(2024-10-18). Man arrested after year-long plot to steal safe, escape by boat in Hangzhou. ecns.cn A man in eastern China's Zhejiang province has been placed under criminal detention after allegedly stealing a 50-kilogram safe from his former employer and making his getaway by boat, local police said Tuesday.
(2024-10-18). Former COFCO official pleads guilty to charges. ecns.cn Zhou Zheng, former deputy general manager of China's leading agricultural and food trader COFCO Corp, pleaded guilty to taking bribes, embezzlement and abuse of power while standing trial in Yuncheng, Shanxi province, on Thursday.
(2024-10-18). Over 150 countries commit to carbon neutrality targets, report says. ecns.cn As of May, 151 countries have committed to carbon neutrality targets, with 120 of them legally enshrining these goals through laws or policy documents, according to the latest report.
(2024-10-18). Many sentenced over 2022 building collapse in Changsha. ecns.cn The owner of a collapsed building that killed dozens of people in 2022 was sentenced to 11 years in prison on Thursday.Four other former officials of Wangcheng district and Hunan province who neglected their duty were sentenced to three years and nine months to five years and six months in prison.
(2024-10-18). Mute swans grace Beilong Lake, enchanting visitors. ecns.cn Groups of mute swans played in the water, creating a picturesque harmony between humanity and nature in Zhengzhou Beilong Lake Wetland Park, Central China's Henan province.
(2024-10-18). China delivers on parcel delivery services in rural areas. ecns.cn China has made remarkable strides in expanding its parcel delivery services to rural areas, addressing the critical "last-kilometer" challenge, according to the State Post Bureau of China.
(2024-10-18). 15th Media Forum China-Germany held in Berlin. ecns.cn The 15th Media Forum China-Germany hosted by the Global Times was held in Berlin, Germany, from Monday to Wednesday.
(2024-10-18). China's Ding Wenyi earns DP World Tour exemption for 2025 season. ecns.cn Ding Wenyi of China has topped the inaugural Global Amateur Pathway Ranking, earning a DP World Tour exemption for the 2025 season.
(2024-10-18). After-rain scenery of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Central China's Hunan. ecns.cn Photo taken on Oct. 17, 2024 shows the picturesque view of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park after rain in Central China's Hunan.
(2024-10-18). New York Comic Con kicks off at Javits Center in Manhattan. ecns.cn The New York Comic Con, one of the most eagerly-awaited events for pop culture fans, kicks off at the Javits Center in Manhattan on Oct. 17, 2024.
(2024-10-18). Supermoon observed across China. ecns.cn A supermoon is seen in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, Oct. 17, 2024.
(2024-10-18). China's central bank to further cut reserve ratio: central bank chief. ecns.cn China's central bank would consider further cutting commercial bank's reserve requirement ratio (RRR) by by the year-end depending on liquidity conditions, said the bank's governor Pan Gongsheng on Friday at the Financial Street Forum 2024.
(2024-10-18). Peking Opera with a difference wows London audience. ecns.cn A production fusing traditional Chinese opera with Western classical music took place in London on Thursday, when a performance inspired by the life of Cai Lun, the man credited with the invention of paper, took place at the Jerwood Hall.
(2024-10-18). Tesla yet to receive regulatory green light for FSD in China. ecns.cn Multiple sources told China Daily that Tesla Inc has yet to receive regulatory approval from Chinese authorities to launch its full self-driving or FSD functions in the country and is seeking permission to gather some data on its own to train its autonomous driving system.
(2024-10-18). China, Laos release 770,000 fish fry into Mekong River. ecns.cn China and Laos have jointly released 770,000 fish fry into the Mekong River, known as the Lancang River in China, in a stock enhancement activity as part of an effort to bolster aquatic biodiversity."ÄÄ…
(2024-10-18). Israel's Netanyahu vows Gaza war 'not over' after Sinwar's alleged killing. aljazeera.com Israeli leader describes alleged killing of Hamas leader as 'beginning of the end' of yearlong conflict.
(2024-10-18). China posts slowest growth since aftermath of 'zero COVID' curbs. aljazeera.com World's second-largest economy grows 4.6 percent in third quarter amid weak consumer demand and property woes.
(2024-10-18). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 966. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 966th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-10-18). Texas state judge orders pause for controversial 'shaken baby' execution. aljazeera.com Robert Roberson was scheduled to die in a US case where experts cast doubt on the evidence used in his conviction.
(2024-10-18). US charges Indian government employee in foiled Sikh separatist murder plot. aljazeera.com Case revolves around what the US says was an attempt to kill prominent Sikh separatist leader, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.
(2024-10-18). Venezuela arrests five foreigners over alleged antigovernment activity. aljazeera.com Maduro government announces detention of five foreigners, including three US citizens, amid post-election crackdown.
(2024-10-18). How an X account pushed an unsubstantiated Tim Walz abuse allegation. aljazeera.com The pro-Trump account claimed a former student of Walz had accused the VP candidate of sexual abuse.
(2024-10-18). US sanctions 2 Chinese companies over drones used by Russia against Ukraine. scmp.com These are first sanctions against Chinese entities 'directly developing and producing' weapons systems with Russian firms, says US.
(2024-10-18). Poland: The ICRC supports National Societies in collecting and managing tracing cases of persons missing in relation to international armed conflict in Ukraine. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Zelensky Gets Instant Reality Check From Western Reporter In EU: 'Victory Plan Already Rejected'. hindustantimes.com Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Oct 17 said that support from his embattled nation's Western allies is key to his "victory plan" to end the country's devastating war with Russia as he laid out details of the plan to European Union leaders.
(2024-10-18). Zelensky Shocked? NATO Nation Openly Says Ready For Russia Talks; Putin's Nuke Threats Working. hindustantimes.com German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has hinted at possible talks with Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war, while President Zelensky pushes his bold "Victory Plan." As tensions rise, is NATO attempting to pacify Russia? Scholz's move comes amid growing pressure, but will this diplomatic effort bring peace or fuel further conflict in Europe?
(2024-10-18). Israel Unbound: October in Gaza, One Year Later. counterpunch.org 
A retaliatory military operation that many wizened pundits predicted would last no more than a month or so has now thundered on in ever-escalating episodes of violence and mass destruction for a year with no sign of relenting. What began as a war of vengeance has become a war of annihilation, not just of Hamas, but of Palestinian life and culture in Gaza and beyond.
(2024-10-18). Where Have All Good Socialists Gone? counterpunch.org 
What Small Numbers Can Accomplish In a system of winner-take-all (except in Maine and Nebraska) to decide the delegates for the electoral college, 270 of which is necessary to win the presidency, and in a tight race as it is, a small number of votes, this way or that way, can make a huge difference
(2024-10-18). Swastikas at Trump's Madison Square Garden Rally Stir Controversy. counterpunch.org 
(NEW YORK, October 28, 2024) Controversy continues to swirl after the onstage display at Madison Square Garden last night, of a pair of 20-foot-high banners displaying black swastikas on a red field. They flanked Donald Trump's podium and were brightly illuminated throughout the former president's 80-minute address. Swastikas also appeared on a pair of cuffs
(2024-10-18). Billionaires Are Not Going to Save Us. counterpunch.org 
It was William Shakespeare who, in Troilus and Cressida, wrote, "One touch of nature makes the whole world kin." And yet, in the polarized news cycle since Hurricane Helene ravaged the southeastern United States and the hurricanes have kept coming, we've heard a tale not of shared humanity, but of ruin, discord, and political polarization. Hundreds are dead
(2024-10-18). In Search of an Honest Climate Campaigner. counterpunch.org 
As some of you are well aware, the Man was never really a paid professional activist. I did manage to hold down a few gigs with some large organizations for a short period of time. Mostly, it was because they were paying me to do something I was already doing, and when it more or
(2024-10-18). Aid Restrictions Hold Americans Back. counterpunch.org 
I loved my childhood. My dad worked hard and had two jobs while my mom stayed home with my sister and me. We had a nice house and a middle-class lifestyle. I never even thought about poverty and struggle. But when my parents divorced, I suddenly had a very intimate relationship with poverty. My mom
(2024-10-18). The Tipped Wage System Is Failing Us. Removing Taxes on Tips Won't Save It. counterpunch.org 
Both major presidential candidates have called for eliminating taxes on tips. But that won't help most restaurant workers. What will? Replacing the subminimum wages that tipped workers make with one fair wage nationwide. The federal minimum wage for most workers is just $7.25. But for workers who get tips, employers are allowed to pay them
(2024-10-18). Architecture of Cities: The Melding Dreams of Film. counterpunch.org 
The Queen of the Night bloomed. It was akin to the queen bee mating naked amid a sanctuary of hives: So many dreams remain, if you wish: Godzilla comes to mind often: The dinosaur scoured the Tokyo metropolis: Horrified, the child's eyes remained riveted to the screen: Laughter might seem insolent, but the story is true:
(2024-10-18). War's Victims Speak the Deepest Truth. counterpunch.org 
"The past carries unforgettable trauma and pain across the land and among generations of refugees; yet we choose to transform victimhood into agency. We want to be the authors of our future." Let these words resonate. In a sense, they're all we have — if we oppose war and envision a future that transcends it.
(2024-10-18). Cuba Under Intensified US Sanctions Confronts Its Greatest Challenge: the Continuity of Obama-Trump-Biden Policy. counterpunch.org "The majority of Cubans support Castro…every possible means should be undertaken promptly to weaken the economic life of Cuba…to decrease monetary and real wages, to bring about hunger, desperation and overthrow of government." — Lester D. Mallory, US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, 1960. Despite draconian coercive measures by the US — overwhelmingly condemned every
(2024-10-18). San Francisco Bay Blues. counterpunch.org 
It wasn't the sonorous saxophone melding into a lively piano solo that opens Miguel Zenón's Golden City that began my most recent trip to San Francisco. Instead, it was the mechanical female voice of a recording on the BART train telling riders what the train's next stop was. Although soothing, the voice on the train
(2024-10-18). Is the United States Election That Important? counterpunch.org 
Is the United States election that important? "What kind of question is that?" most people would ask. The obvious answer is a resounding "Yes." As an example: "So much hinges on this election," American political commentator Joe Klein wrote in The New York Times in explaining why he is voting for Kamala Harris. His choice
(2024-10-18). Harris: Speed Dating Howard Stern. counterpunch.org 
When did shock jock and satellite-radio wit Howard Stern turn into a cream puff and shill for Kamala Harris and her floundering campaign for the presidency? Is she really that far behind that she needed to play vaudeville, first The View and then The Howard Stern Show, presumably on the basis that a defanged Howard would lay off Californication questions about cocaine or encounters of a hot-tub kind.
(2024-10-18). Iran says ready to defend its sovereignty against Israel. presstv.ir Iran's UN ambassador has strongly rejected Israel's claims that Tehran has violated international law and the United Nations Charter.
(2024-10-18). Budapest: Remembering the ICRC Delegate who saved Jewish children during WWII. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Central African Republic: Clean drinking water remains a luxury. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Draft environmental and social safeguard documents for consultation: Myanmar Community Assistance Livelihood Project (MCLAP). icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures October 2024. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). IHL commemoration in Romania: 70 years since the ratification of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Nigeria: Overcoming mental health challenges in the face of crisis. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Poland: Polish Red Cross launched Emblem Campaign. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). SWIRMO: Building International Humanitarian Law into Military Planning and Operational Practices. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Syria: Twinning the Judiciary and Forensic to Address Complex Humanitarian Challenges. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Ethiopia: Children disproportionately affected by weapon contamination. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Joint Press Release: AU-ICRC Roundtable Reinforces Commitment to Strengthening Conduct and Discipline in Peace Support Operations. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Nigeria: Admissions of malnourished children rise amid four-year high in food insecurity due to conflict and climate. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Investigating and prosecuting serious violations: an important tool against impunity. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). Let us remember that disarmament saves lives, curbs arms race, moderates the inhumanity of war, and fosters peace. icrc.org
(2024-10-18). New Iranian anti-cancer drug promises longer life without common side effects. tvbrics.com 
It will minimise common side effects such as hair loss and weight loss…
(2024-10-18). Vietnam Emerges as Regional Leader in Sugarcane Productivity. tvbrics.com 
Vietnam introduced 23 new sugarcane strains, including 12 domestic hybrids and eight imported varieties‚Å…
(2024-10-18). Kamala Harris tackles Middle East questions in Fox News debut. newarab.com 
Harris' interview marked her first foray onto the network, which is popular with conservative viewers, as she looked to broaden her outreach to GOP-leaning…
(2024-10-18). Israel leaders inch towards return of Jewish settlements to Gaza. newarab.com 
Leaders of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's governing Likud Party are set to hold a controversial conference next week aimed at promoting the re-establishment of Despite Netanyahu's previous denials of returning to Gaza settlements, key ministers and lawmakers from the right-wing party are The event, scheduled for next Monday near the G…
(2024-10-18). Netanyahu: Israel's Gaza war will continue despite Sinwar death. newarab.com 
The Israeli military said that after a lengthy hunt, troops had on Wednesday "eliminated Yahya Sinwar, the lea…
(2024-10-18). Director Laila Abbas on her film Thank You for Banking With Us! newarab.com 
(2024-10-18). Paris Arab World Institute celebrates 50 years of Mehdi Qotbi. newarab.com 
(2024-10-18). Israel claims Sinwar killed, checking DNA for confirmation. newarab.com 
(2024-10-18). Meloni: Italy blocked arms sales to Israel over Gaza war. newarab.com 
Italian Prime Minister Meloni defended Italy's arms sales to Israel, stating that the country's policy of blocking new licences was "much more restrictive" than France, Germany and the "After…
(2024-10-18). Morocco activists protest law could benefit Israeli soldiers. newarab.com 
On 11 October, the Ministry in charge of parliament received a legislative pet…
(2024-10-18). In rare Egypt visit, Iran FM calls for regional calm. newarab.com 
Iran's top diplomat Araghchi is the first Iranian foreign minister to visit Cairo since 2013. The stop is part of his multi-country regional tour after Israel vowed to strike back following an Iranian missile barrage against Israel on October 1. | According to a statement from Sisi…
(2024-10-18). Sudanese refugees face 'grave risks' from Ethiopia clashes: HRW. newarab.com 
(2024-10-18). Ten killed in Russian strikes on rebel-held Syria's Idlib. newarab.com 
The Syrian Civil Defence, better known as the
(2024-10-18). Top Twitch streamer issues apology to Palestinians over 'racism'. newarab.com 
(2024-10-18). UN urges probe into killing of Afghan migrants at Iran border. newarab.com 
Amnesty International and UN special rapporteurs on Thursday called for a transparent probe into reports that Iranian security forces had killed and wounded Iran hosts one of the
(2024-10-18). Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar's death brings chance to end Israel-Gaza war, US says. scmp.com Netanyahu says Israel has 'settled the score', hails the 'beginning of the end' of the conflict sparked by the October 7 attack.
(2024-10-18). Sinwar's killing opens up opportunity and much uncertainty for the Israel-Gaza war. scmp.com After hailing Yahya Sinwar's death, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu swiftly warned the war 'is not over yet'.
(2024-10-18). America's New Marranos: Amid Rising Antisemitism, US Jews Weigh Safety and Visibility. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-18). Kenya Deputy President Gachagua ousted in historic impeachment. scmp.com Rigathi Gachagua impeached on five of 11 charges, a first under Kenya's revised 2010 constitution.
(2024-10-18). Liam Payne's 'suspicious' death under investigation after drugs and alcohol found. scmp.com The ex-One Direction singer's hotel room, from which he fell, was 'in complete disarray', with broken objects and furniture.
(2024-10-18). Who was Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader Israel killed? scmp.com The chief architect of the October 7 attack was a nightmarish figure to his enemies, and both respected and feared in Gaza.
(2024-10-18). Stumping for Trump, Musk warns of 'Mad Max' fate for America under Harris. scmp.com Elon Musk holds his first solo event in support of Donald Trump in the key swing state of Pennsylvania.
(2024-10-18). Texas' threat of real estate ban prompts surge of Chinese-American activism. scmp.com Legislation to bar Chinese citizens from buying property in the state ultimately failed, but many became politically engaged because of it.
(2024-10-18). China invites Colombia to join Belt and Road Initiative, 'exploring' free-trade agreement. scmp.com Bogota's top diplomat has confirmed formation of working group to discuss matter and hails 'great potential' to lure mainland investment.
(2024-10-18). How Israel tracked and killed Hamas chief Sinwar, its No 1 enemy. scmp.com Yahya Sinwar threw a stick at a mini drone just before his death, according to Israel video.
(2024-10-18). US to ease restrictions on space-related exports to allies. scmp.com The new rules could benefit companies like SpaceX and defence contractors with space units like Lockheed Martin, L3Harris and Boeing.
(2024-10-18). US charges ex-Indian intelligence officer in foiled Sikh separatist murder plot. scmp.com Vikash Yadav allegedly directed the attempted assassination scheme against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a dual US-Canadian citizen.
(2024-10-18). China's deadly ICBM, Anita Mui's mother faces second bankruptcy: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com From China's deadly ICBM to Malaysia's fascination with 'chaotic' sisters, here are a few highlights from SCMP's recent reporting.
(2024-10-18). Hezbollah Vows Strengthened Resistance After Hamas Leader's Killing. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-18). Prince Harry for Governor-General? Why not throw in a royal variety reality show too. onlineopinion.com.au As King Charles makes his highly publicized visit to Australia, the question arises: could his son, Prince Harry, be the next Governor-General as a gift to the State Premiers?
(2024-10-18). Abortion is a fundamental human rights issue. onlineopinion.com.au In this presidential election, there is only one option to uphold women's right to abortion, which is a fundamental human rights issue that has made America proud for more than two centuries.
(2024-10-18). Who was Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader Israel says it killed? scmp.com The chief architect of the October 7 attack was a nightmarish figure to his enemies, and both respected and feared in Gaza.
(2024-10-18). How Israel caught and killed Hamas chief Sinwar, its No 1 enemy. scmp.com The Israel military released a video purportedly showing Yahya Sinwar in a bombed-out building before his death.
(2024-10-18). Iranian FM in Turkey to Attend 3+3 Format Meeting. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Istanbul on Friday to take part in a meeting of the 3+3 format about the Caucasus.
(2024-10-18). Ministers Push for Expansion of Iran-Egypt Ties. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Senior diplomats from Iran and Egypt weighed plans to enhance relations between Tehran and Cairo, hailing the positive developments in interaction between the two Muslim nations.
(2024-10-18). Texas's threat of real estate ban prompts surge of Chinese-American activism. scmp.com Legislation to bar Chinese citizens from buying property in the state ultimately failed, but many became politically engaged because of it.
(2024-10-18). U.S. officials welcome Sinwar's elimination, urge Israel to seize opportunity for cease-fire. haaretz.com Biden, in call with Netanyahu: Use this moment to bring the hostages home and to bring the war to a close…
(2024-10-18). Yahya Sinwar, the cruel sadist who inflicted disaster on the Palestinians. haaretz.com There's no doubt Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar deserved to die. But his killing is bad news for the hostages – and will only strengthen Netanyahu's lethal hubris…
(2024-10-18). Jews and Iranians have more in common than they think. haaretz.com Even as Israel and Iran are mired in an increasingly violent conflict, research shows that Persian culture has had a significant impact on Jewish tradition — and it's discernible today…
(2024-10-18). 'We've been through wars in Israel, but this is the first time I feel like a stranger here'. haaretz.com This week at Ben-Gurion Airport: A couple who lived under a dictatorship in Argentina say they recognize symptoms of tyranny in Israel; and another couple that fled to London amid the rising tensions of the judicial coup…
(2024-10-18). U.S. defense chief: Sinwar's death provides opportunity to end 'terrible war' in Gaza; Hezbollah vows escalation. haaretz.com World Health Organization accuses Israel of denying medical specialists entry to Gaza ‚ñ Hamas leader Sinwar killed by IDF soldiers in southern Gaza ‚ñ Gallant: Sinwar's death is clear message to residents of Gaza – surrender and release the hostages ‚ñ Hostages Families Forum calls to seize opportunity to reach deal to release hostages…
(2024-10-18). 'On October 7, Adam decided to sacrifice himself. He wanted me to be in pain for him all my life'. haaretz.com After his son was killed fighting Hamas on October 7, mourning become Oren Agmon's mission in life. The radical grief of an Israeli father…
(2024-10-18). Pastor Kayanja asks court to hand his accusers heavy punishments. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Pastor Robert Kayanja of the Rubaga Miracle Center Church has made an impassioned plea for justice, in a case where nine people are accused of making false sodomy accusations against him. The nine are Peter Serugo, Reagan Ssentongo, Moses Tumwine, Khalifa Labeeb, Alex Wakamala, Martins Kagolo, Israel Wasswa, Jamil …
(2024-10-18). Pioneering Vertical Transportation Education: A Partnership Between Chitkara University and KONE India. devdiscourse.com Chitkara University has joined forces with KONE India, a top manufacturer in the elevator and escalator sector, to offer a specialized course in vertical transportation skills. The partnership aims to integrate advanced technology and innovative teaching methods, enhancing the educational experience for university students.
(2024-10-18). Diplomatic Rift Ripples: Sikhs Caught in India-Canada Crossfire. devdiscourse.com The recent diplomatic tussle between India and Canada, aggravated by the Hardeep Singh Nijjar case, has left a notable imprint on the Sikh diaspora, according to the North American Punjabi Association (NAPA).
(2024-10-18). Anna Kendrick Reflects on Challenges of Directing and Acting in 'Woman of the Hour'. devdiscourse.com Renowned actor Anna Kendrick has opened up about the dual challenges she faced while directing and acting in her latest film, 'Woman of the Hour'. In a candid interview with People, Kendrick described the experience as 'a little bit like directing with a blindfold on'.
(2024-10-18). Hezbollah Intensifies Conflict Amid Sinwar's Death. devdiscourse.com Hezbollah has declared an escalation in its conflict with Israel following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. The announcement came amid heightened tensions in the region, as Sinwar's death marks a significant development in the ongoing Gaza war.
(2024-10-18). Spotlight on Rachel Reeves: A New Era for Britain's 'Working People'. devdiscourse.com Speculation abounds regarding what Britain's new finance minister, Rachel Reeves, might reveal in her inaugural tax and spending plan. However, one theme seems clear: her focus on supporting the 'working people.'
(2024-10-18). Karnataka's MUDA Scam Sparks Political Tensions Amid Resignations and Investigations. devdiscourse.com Karnataka's political arena is witnessing turbulence as opposition parties call for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's resignation over the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam. In response, state Home Minister G Parameshwara underscored the importance of abiding by legal frameworks, stating, 'Individuals can have opinions. There are laws. We must go by them.'
(2024-10-18). Nature at the Brink: The Urgent Call to Action at COP16. devdiscourse.com As the United Nations COP16 biodiversity summit begins in Cali, Colombia, the alarming state of global nature takes center stage. Experts warn that the destruction of ecosystems has reached unprecedented levels, threatening over a quarter of the world's known species with extinction, as reported by the IUCN.
(2024-10-18). Samsung Delays ASML Equipment for Texas Factory Amid Lack of Clients. devdiscourse.com Samsung Electronics is postponing the receipt of ASML chipmaking equipment for its planned Texas facility, a move stemming from the absence of significant clients for the ambitious Texas project.
(2024-10-18). How senators voted on 11 charges against Gachagua. independent.co.ug 
Nairobi, Kenya | THE STAR KENYA | Senators on Thursday night upheld the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. They upheld five of the 11 charges levelled against Gachagua. "The Senate has resolved to remove from office by impeachment H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, the Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya. "Accordingly, H.E. Rigathi Gachagua ceases …
(2024-10-18). MoH mulls adding malaria vaccine to routine immunization scheme. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda's Ministry of Health said on Tuesday that a malaria vaccine would be added to the country's routine immunization schedule to fight the killer disease and reduce the child mortality rate. The malaria vaccine would be introduced in April 2025 targeting children aged from six months to five years, said …
(2024-10-18). President to hand over on November 29. independent.co.ug 
Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Veterinary Association (UVA) will elect a new President November 29th at the conclusion of their week long Farmers exhibition, symposium and Annual General Meeting in Mbarara. The UVA limits the term of a President to two terms. Dr Daniel Kasibule from Mpigi, first elected in 2021, will …
(2024-10-18). Netanyahu, Gallant Celebrate Yahya Sinwar Death, Reveals Next Priority In Gaza War On Camera | Hamas. hindustantimes.com Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant confirmed that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed in Gaza. Netanyahu called the incident an 'important moment in the war'. While the Israeli Defense Minister called on Hamas militats to surrender and release hostages. Watch for more.
(2024-10-18). Netanyahu Makes Big Offer To End Gaza Conflict After Sinwar's Death; 'War Can End If Hamas…'. hindustantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launched an attack on Iran in his late-night address after IDF confirmed the killing of Yahya Sinwar. Citing the killings of Sinwar, Deif, Nasrallah, Haniyeh, and others, Netanyahu said Iran's reign of terror is coming to an end. Watch this video to know more.
(2024-10-18). Hamas To Take Out Israel's Frustration On NATO Nation? Germany On Gaza Groups' Target After… | Sinwar. hindustantimes.com Palestinian militant groups launched a scathing attack on NATO nation Germany. The group slammed German Foreign Minister's comment on Israel's war in the Gaza Strip. Annalena Baerbock, while addressing the German Parliament on Oct 14, said civilian places in Gaza have lost their protected status. Watch for more.
(2024-10-18). Israel Gives First Confirmation Of Yahya Sinwar Death; 'Full Match' Found To Hamas Chief After Test. hindustantimes.com Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has become the first official to publicly declare that Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar has been killed in an IDF airstrike. "The mass murderer Yahya Sinwar, who is responsible for the massacre and atrocities of October 7, was killed today by IDF soldiers." the office of Katz quoted him as saying, as per Times of Israel. Channel 12 reported that tests done on the body found in Gaza found "full match" to Yahya Sinwar.
(2024-10-18). On Camera: Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar's Last Moments Before Being Killed By Israel, Seen Throwing… hindustantimes.com Israeli defence forces released footage of the final moments of new Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar before being killed. The video showed Sinwar throwing a stick at the IDF drone while sitting on a couch inside a destroyed building in Rafah. Watch this video to know more.
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: Food recalls and sickness. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products are being recalled because of possible listeria contamination, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician, explains the risks associated with listeria and how to best avoid foodborne illness. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 03) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please "Courtesy: …
(2024-10-18). Understanding whooping cough with a Mayo Clinic expert. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whooping cough (pertussis) is caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria. Cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, continue to rise in the U.S. New numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show nearly 18,000 cases through Oct. 5. While that is somewhat in line with pre-pandemic numbers, it's a large increase from the same period last year when there were just under 4,000 cases. Whooping cough is an infectious respiratory illness caused…
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: Advanced imaging provides hope by seeing the previously unseen. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic remains a leader in healthcare innovation, applying advanced technologies like the 7-Tesla MRI to help improve patient care. This imaging system uses a stronger magnetic field to produce more detailed images of the body's interior. Dr. Justin Cramer, a Mayo Clinic neuroradiologist, explains how detailed brain scans help Mayo Clinic care teams diagnose and treat patients with epilepsy and other neurologic diseases. Learn more about how Mayo Clinic experts are utilizing these tools…
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Emotional exhaustion: When your feelings feel overwhelming. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's Note: Oct. 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Recently, I've been feeling physically and mentally drained from the demands of work, caregiving and other responsibilities. I struggle to find motivation and have trouble concentrating on tasks. Are there strategies to help me find emotional balance? ANSWER: Turning on the news or opening a newspaper to see local and world events can bring out strong emotions and stressors. In addition to the…
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Building resilience to tame anxiety. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I struggle with persistent anxiety, which often leaves me feeling drained mentally and physically. Minor setbacks or stressors can cause me to spiral into negative thinking. What techniques can help me manage my anxiety in a lasting way? ANSWER: Anxiety is a common and uncomfortable struggle for many people. The tendency to have anxiety comes from your genetics, your sense of security (or lack of it), the role modeling you received as…
(2024-10-18). Uterine cancer rates are increasing: What can you do to protect yourself? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Uterine cancer is the most common type of gynecologic cancer. It's estimated that about 67,880 new cases will be diagnosed in 2024. Approximately 13,250 people will die from this disease in the U.S. in 2024, according to the National Cancer Institute. Researchers recently reported that while death rates for the most common type of uterine cancer — endometrioid cancer — remained stable, deaths from rare and aggressive types of uterine cancer increased significantly each year…
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic secures ARPA-H award to build a living pharmacy within the body for inflammatory disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rochester, Minn. — Mayo Clinic is the prime site for an ARPA-H award to develop an implantable device that acts as a living pharmacy, triggering a "cell factory" in the body to treat inflammatory disease. ARPA-H, short for Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, is an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services. It supports research for potentially transformative biomedical and health breakthroughs. The award for up to $42.8 million for Engage Assess…
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic, Carnegie Mellon researchers secure ARPA-H award for multiyear implantable device research for diabetes and obesity. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers will join collaborators on a federally-funded project to improve the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity.
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic Health System discusses advancements in breast cancer screenings. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org MANKATO, Minn. ‚Äï Since the 1970s, mammograms have been shown to reduce the risk of dying of breast cancer and have saved countless lives. "In the decades since early mammography was established, the emergence of new screening options go well beyond traditional mammography and have made great advancements in early detection," says Tara Krosch, M.D., regional vice chair of clinical practice for surgical specialties, Mayo Clinic Health System in Southwest Minnesota. "As we all know,…
(2024-10-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: How excessive daytime sleepiness can affect heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you have a difficult time staying awake and alert during the day, you may be experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness. Dr. Virend Somers, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist with a focus on sleep medicine, explains the difference between being tired and being sleepy and how excessive daytime sleepiness can have a negative effect on the heart. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/-7jHlm8PdpU Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 03) is in the downloads at the end of this post….
(2024-10-18). Frailty linked to poor outcomes in pulmonary embolism patients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent Mayo Clinic study has linked frailty to poor outcomes for patients suffering from pulmonary embolism, a blood clot that blocks and stops blood flow to an artery in the lung.
(2024-10-18). Radiopharmaceutical therapy shows favorable results for people with tough-to-treat meningioma brain tumors, Mayo Clinic study finds. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The following press release was distributed by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Phase 2 clinical trial finds 177Lu-Dotatate may extend progression-free survival for patients with no other options to manage recurrent disease WASHINGTON — A radiopharmaceutical therapy that has successfully extended progression-free survival for patients with neuroendocrine tumors shows early signs for delivering similar benefits to patients with difficult-to-treat meningioma, a type of brain tumor. The nonrandomized phase 2 study's findings were presented…
(2024-10-18). Regenerative Medicine Minnesota awards 13 research grants for 2024. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regenerative Medicine Minnesota (RMM) has awarded 13 grants totalling $4.3 million to support discovery, development, translation and commercialization of regenerative medicine-based innovations to improve human health in Minnesota and beyond. The award-winning projects and awardees for 2024 are: Clinical Trial Award: Phase 1 Study of Intravenous Administration of Adeno-Associated Virus Gene Therapy for Individuals with Propionic Acidemia Michael Barry, Ph.D., Mayo Clinic Propionic acidemia (PA) is a severe metabolic disorder caused by mutations in the…
(2024-10-18). Top 10 questions about breast cancer answered. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Breast cancer receives much attention during October's awareness month. Although sightings of pink ribbons and breast cancer-related information increase during the month, it's crucial to keep screenings and clinical breast exams at the forefront of preventive care year-round. A Mayo Clinic Health System high-risk breast consultant and breast cancer awareness advocate shares the top 10 questions about breast cancer asked by people of all ages and backgrounds. Why do I need to worry about breast cancer…
(2024-10-18). 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: Treating breast cancer through surgery 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.‚Å ‚Å "There are only two surgical options: lumpectomy and mastectomy. But there are 100 reasons why women choose one thing or another,"…
(2024-10-18). Laos: Report on the human rights situation for the Universal Periodic Review. fidh.org
(2024-10-18). India : The Observatory mourns the death of G.N. Saibaba. fidh.org
(2024-10-18). Towards effective protection for human rights defenders and civil society organisations in Europe. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), as part of an informal coalition of 12 civil society organisations, publishes today a mapping paper and a proposal for a pathways towards an effective protection ecosystem for human rights defenders and civil society organisations in Europe.
October 8, 2024. The two documents aim to map the existing protection landscape, identify gaps and challenges, and propose ways to build a stronger ecosystem for the protection of human rights (…) | – |
(2024-10-18). 2024 World day against the death penalty. fidh.org
(2024-10-18). A year on in Gaza, the horrors must stop. fidh.org
(2024-10-18). Tunisia : Kais Saied re-elected – the hopes of the democratic transition fade. fidh.org
(2024-10-18). Nuclear Fever: War Mongering on Iran. counterpunch.org 
The recent string of exaggerated military successes — or at least as they are understood to be — places Israel in a situation it has been previously used to: prowess in war. Such prowess promises much: redrawing boundaries; overthrowing governments; destroying the capabilities of adversaries and enemies. Nothing, in this equation, contemplates peace, let alone diplomatic resolution.
(2024-10-18). Scapegoating Immigrants Hurts Everyone…But the Elites. counterpunch.org 
Republicans are counting on fears of immigrants to draw white conservatives to the polls. This calculation is dangerous — and it lets the real villains in our politics off the hook. There's a direct line between Donald Trump's 2015 declaration about Mexican "rapists" and his 2024 lie about Haitians eating pets. Trump's running mate, Senator JD Vance (R-OH), has echoed the
(2024-10-18). Photos: 3rd World March in Dhaka Bangladesh. pressenza.com 
(2024-10-17). Peking Opera with a difference wows London audience. ecns.cn A production fusing traditional Chinese opera with Western classical music took place in London on Thursday, when a performance inspired by the life of Cai Lun, the man credited with the invention of paper, took place at the Jerwood Hall.
(2024-10-17). Shanghai Jiao Tong Uni wins international students' innovation competition. ecns.cn Six teams of aspiring student innovators from among the world's top universities have made it to the final of the 2024 China International College Students' Innovation Competition, held in Shanghai on Tuesday.
(2024-10-17). Flagship BRI project in Indonesia marks anniversary. ecns.cn The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway, a flagship project of the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative, marked the first anniversary of its official operation on Thursday, showcasing impressive achievements in both transportation and economic development.
(2024-10-17). Man arrested after year-long plot to steal safe, escape by boat in Hangzhou. ecns.cn A man in eastern China's Zhejiang province has been placed under criminal detention after allegedly stealing a 50-kilogram safe from his former employer and making his getaway by boat, local police said Tuesday.
(2024-10-17). Washington welcomes two new giant pandas. ecns.cn A pair of giant pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, which arrived at the Washington Zoo Tuesday, are both doing well, said Brandie Smith, director of the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington, D.C. "They are exploring their habitat.""ÄÄ…
(2024-10-18). Pissing Everyone Off for 30 Damn Years. counterpunch.org 
It's hard to believe that a little, rag-tag radical publication like CounterPunch could survive thirty long years. Yet, here we are, three decades in, and still at it. | We all have a story about how we landed on the CounterPunch homepage. Mine dates back to 1999, shortly after the WTO protests in Seattle. I was going to college in Oregon and hopped on a bus to join others in waging our disgust against the impacts of unfettered globalization. After five days, I returned to Portland, feeling invigorated. I could still taste the pepper spray and feel the vibrations of those rowdy streets. How do I make sense of wha…
(2024-10-18). 'Text Me You Haven't Died' — My Sister was the 166th Doctor to Be Murdered in Gaza. counterpunch.org 
"Your lives will continue. With new events and new faces. They are the faces of your children, who will fill your homes with noise and laughter." | These were the last words written by my sister in a text message to one of her daughters. | Dr. Soma Baroud was murdered on October 9 when Israeli warplanes bombed a taxi that carried her and other tired Gazans somewhere near the Bani Suhaila roundabout near Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip.
(2024-10-18). Interview: Harris or Trump doesn't matter for Gaza genocide. indybay.org
(2024-10-18). Why is Kamala Harris ignoring Democratic voters when it comes to Gaza? indybay.org Since Harris has largely abandoned and ignored Arabs and progressives screaming to end the genocide, she should not be surprised if they abandon her | Video, 4m 8s…
(2024-10-18). Oct. 16: 'Axis of Resistance' operations against Israeli occupation. presstv.ir Amid Israeli genocide in Gaza and Lebanon, Palestinian and regional resistance groups continued their operations against the regime on Wednesday, October 16.
(2024-10-18). Indigenous People or Columbus Day. presstv.ir Every year on the second Monday of October, there are two types of people in America, those who commemorate indigenous people's day when natives were slaughtered by colonizers, and those who celebrate this genocide by calling it Columbus Day.
(2024-10-18). Houthi vows no letup in anti-Israeli ops after US, UK bomb Yemen. presstv.ir The leader of the Ansarullah resistance movement says Yemen will continue its operations against Israel and its allies in support of the Palestinian and Lebanese nations.
(2024-10-18). Nasrallah himself picked Nilforoushan as military advisor in Lebanon: IRGC cmdr. presstv.ir Following the assassination of Mohammad Reza Zahedi in April, Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah personally chose Abbas Nilforoushan as his successor in Lebanon, according to a senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
(2024-10-18). Israel attacks Lebanon's Bekaa Valley shortly after evacuation order. presstv.ir The Israeli military conducts aerial assaults on areas in Lebanon's eastern Bekaa Valley shortly after ordering residents to leave the region.
(2024-10-18). Iran's FM urges push to stop Israel in talks with Sisi in Cairo. presstv.ir Iran and Egypt have underlined the need for the immediate cessation of appalling Israeli atrocities in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.
(2024-10-18). IMF Forecasts Low Growth, High Debts and Prices. indybay.org Ahead of IMF, World Bank and G20 Meetings, IMF Head Delivers Views on Global Economy…
(2024-10-18). Biden/Harris Deploy B2 bombers Against Yemen Without Congressional Approval. indybay.org The Biden regime on Wednesday deployed B-2 stealth bombers to launch multiple airstrikes on Yemen, attacks that underscored the United States' deep involvement in a deadly regional war that is threatening to engulf the entire Middle East.
(2024-10-18). Saturday 11/16: MECA's 21st Annual Palestinian Holiday Crafts Bazaar. indybay.org 935 Carleton Street Berkeley, CA 94710…
(2024-10-18). Wednesday 11/13: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info…
(2024-10-18). Leader of the underground tells all. indybay.org Yahya al-Sinwar's autobiographical quasi-novel "Thorns and Carnations" shows the Hamas leader has lived a life focused on faith and an obsessive project to build an infrastructure of resistance in Gaza.
(2024-10-18). Tuesday 10/22: #DigitalDefenders: Mass Training for Election Disinfo Defense Against Lies & AI Fakes. indybay.org Online training…
(2024-10-18). In Milwaukee, Harris shuts out news media from billionaire meeting with students. indybay.org Vice President Kamala Harris and billionaire businessman Mark Cuban met with students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on Thursday — an event that at the last minute was closed to the news media.
(2024-10-18). SJSU Honors Athletes Behind 1968 Olympics Black Power Salute. indybay.org The Black Power freedom salute at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics remains emblazoned in the collective memory of people worldwide. The two athletes behind that moment were San Jose State University (SJSU) students John Carlos and Tommie Smith. Smith spoke in the shadow of his own statue at a ceremony at the University yesterday. Photos by Len and Nancy.
(2024-10-18). Iran: US, Germany main apologists of Israeli crimes. presstv.ir Iran says the US and Germany are the main apologists of Israel's crimes and its biggest supplier of lethal weapons.
(2024-10-18). New 'terror' attack disrupts 25% of Venezuela's power system: Minister. presstv.ir A Venezuelan minister says a new 'terrorist' attack has disrupted 25 percent of the country's power transmission system.
(2024-10-18). Top commander laid to rest as IRGC warns Israel of 'painful' response. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of people have paid tribute to Brigadier General Abbas Nilforoushan in a mass funeral ceremony held in his home town of Isfahan.
(2024-10-18). Revealed: Israel's former spies shaping narratives in US media. presstv.ir Israeli spies are shaping pro-Israeli narratives within American media outlets.
(2024-10-18). Dozens killed, 160 injured in Israeli bombing of school in Gaza. presstv.ir Humanitarian groups have accused Israel of deliberately killing and forcibly displacing Palestinians in northern Gaza.
(2024-10-18). IRGC chief: Oct. 1 op warning to Israel, only small part of our power. presstv.ir The IRGC chief says Operation True Promise II was just a warning to Israel, stressing that it was only a small part of Iran's power.
(2024-10-18). Energy notes from the edge: LNG Canada may impact prices unexpectedly; Global LNG trade soars past naysayers on energy security priorities. wattsupwiththat.com In front of this global steamroller of natural gas development, Canada stands alone, with our leadership turning away an LNG-begging Germany with admonishments to get serious about climate change and just sit back and wait for Canada's green hydrogen economy to develop (haha) and you'll get the first boatload (or whatever it arrives in once we determine how in the heck to build such a castle in the sky) (German leaders then flew to Senegal, looking to trump Canada's leadership's peculiar stance, encouraging the Senegalese to develop their reserves and ship to Europe; ultimately the Germans simply signed a long te…
(2024-10-18). Forbes is Right That Weather Isn't Getting More Extreme, Wrong About Other Climate Claims. wattsupwiththat.com From ClimateREALISM By Linnea Lueken A recent article at Forbes, "Four Kinds Of Killer Weather Extremes: An Achilles Heel Problem For Climate Predictors," is a mixed bag of correct and incorrect…
(2024-10-18). After Haifa, Another Port City Of Israel Under Attack; Shocking Drone Attack Amid Hezbollah Blitz. hindustantimes.com The Islamic Resistance in Iraq launched drone strikes in the southern Israeli port city of Eilat on October 17. The Iraqi resistance group, in a statement, said it struck a vital target in Eilat using drones and also continued their pledge to launch more attacks on Israeli forces against their war in Gaza and Lebanon. Watch this video for more.
(2024-10-18). Governor Sinha Allocates Top Portfolios in Omar Abdullah's Revamped J&K Cabinet. devdiscourse.com In a significant reshuffle, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has allocated portfolios to the newly inducted ministers in Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's cabinet. The announcement, formalized through an order issued on October 17, outlines the key responsibilities handed to prominent figures in the newly formed government.
(2024-10-18). Israel To Face Iran's Wrath Over Sinwar Killing? IRGC Chief's 'We Know Your Weakness' Threat To Bibi. hindustantimes.com Iran issued a chilling warning to Israel against launching a retaliatory attack on Tehran. IRGC chief Hossein Salami on October 17 warned Israel of 'not repeating any mistake'. In a televised speech, Salami added that Iran could penetrate Israel's defences and said, "We do know about your weakness, and you know too."
(2024-10-18). DTE Maha 2024 Post HSC D Pharm Round 1 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com DTE Maharashtra is set to publish on its official website phd24.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Wednesday October 16, 2024 CAP Round 1 Allotment result of the students who have registered for Admission to First Year Post HSC Diploma D.Pharm (Pharmacy) course for the year 2024-25.
(2024-10-18). Yahya Sinwar: Israel claims it has killed its most wanted man. newarab.com 
The Israeli military on Thursday announced the killing of Hamas has yet to acknowledge Sinwar's death, which is common when one of its high-ranking officials is killed. | After a career in the shadows, spent in Israeli prisons and the internal security apparatus of Hamas, Yahya Sinwar emerged as the leader of the Palestinian group. | The Israeli military "confirms that after a year-long pursuit, yesterday (Wednesday), October 16, 2024, IDF (milit…
(2024-10-18). Josh Cassada returns as Research Head for world's most sensitive light detection technology. ummid.com Quantum Opus LLC, one of the industry leaders in producing world's most sensitive light detection systems through single-photon technology, Tuesday October 15, 2024 announced the return of veteran astronaut Dr. Josh Cassada as head of research and development.
(2024-10-18). Ten Principles for the Coming Resistance to MAGA. counterpunch.org 
The entire US system must be dismantled if burning children in a hospital is the lesser evil. — Hadi Nasrallah, October 15, 2024 Note to readers: The author is aware that the coming election's outcome is uncertain and that Kamala Harris could squeak out a highly contested victory in a process that seems likely to
(2024-10-18). Panorama y expectativas a menos de un mes de las elecciones en Estados Unidos (Parte II, final). cubadebate.cu Según una encuesta de YouGov/ Economist, Harris tiene una ventaja de tres puntos entre los votantes registrados, con un 47%, frente a Trump, con un 44%. El sondeo muestra un amplio margen de 25 puntos para Harris entre los votantes de 29 años o menos, pero los más jóvenes también son los menos comprometidos con el voto. Los Estados en disputa serán un factor decisivo para la elección presidencial.
(2024-10-18). Supreme Court Upholds Prohibition of Child Marriage Act. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court confirmed on Friday that the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act cannot be limited by personal laws, asserting that child marriages compromise the individual's freedom to choose a life partner. The verdict, delivered by a bench including Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, emphasized the need for strict adherence to this law.
(2024-10-17). AHRC Announces its 2024 Spirit of Humanity Awardees. thearabdailynews.com AHRC Announces its 2024 Spirit of Humanity Awardees The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) is pleased to announce its 2024 Spirit of Humanity awardees. The Award Ceremony will be held during the Annual AHRC Gala on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 6: 30 p.m. in Dearborn. Despite the world's unprecedented challenges, AHRC's Gala is one important… |
(2024-10-17). "Text Me You Haven't Died" — My Sister was the 166th Doctor to Be Murdered in Gaza. mintpressnews.com 
Dr. Soma Baroud's life was dedicated to healing the wounded in Gaza. Her tragic death in an Israeli airstrike on October 9 is a reminder of the relentless violence faced by Palestinians, even those who save lives. This is the story of a sister, a healer, and a martyr…
(2024-10-17). After Hezbollah Burns IDF Base, Huge Blows To Israel Army In Gaza By Hamas, Islamic Jihad Fighters. hindustantimes.com Hamas' military wing al-Qassem Brigades and Palestinian Jihad's military wing al-Quds Brigades launched attacks on Israeli forces in Gaza's Rafah and Jabaliya. Al-Qassem Brigades, in a video, showed detonating a barrel bomb to target Israeli forces in the Rayan area, east of Rafah in southern Gaza. While al Quds Brigades targeted an Israeli Merkava tank near the Umm al-Mu'minin Aisha Mosque in the Qasasib neighbourhood in central Jabalia with an RPG. It also attacked IDF soldiers and vehicles stationed at the civil administration, east of the Jabalia camp, with 60mm mortar shells. Watch this video to know more.
(2024-10-17). When Children Are Murdered, What is There to Celebrate? counterpunch.org 
After news broke that Han Kang—the South Korean author—had won the Nobel Prize for Literature, her father—the novelist Han Seung-won—asked her where she wanted to hold a press conference to talk about the award. She published her fiction with Changbi and her poetry with Munhakdongne, both of which hoped to host her. Initially, Han Kang, the 53-year-old author of the 2016 Booker Prize-winning The Vegetarian, thought that she would talk to the press. But then, after reflection, she told her father that he should make a statement in her place. "With the war intensifying and people being carri…
(2024-10-17). Burned Alive: Did Israel Carry Out a Sacrificial Holocaust Ritual in Gaza? muslimskeptic.com As a way to "commemorate" an entire year of ethnocide in Palestine, Gaza in particular, the evil Jewish state has truly outdone its sordid and despicable self once again—a feat many would have thought impossible at this stage. I mean, we've already witnessed the depraved, inhuman, murderous act of setting ablaze refugee tents, but now …
(2024-10-17). Nuclear Fever: War Mongering on Iran. dissidentvoice.org The recent string of exaggerated military successes — or at least as they are understood to be — places Israel in a situation it has been previously used to: prowess in war. Such prowess promises much: redrawing boundaries; overthrowing governments; destroying the capabilities of adversaries and enemies. Nothing, in this equation, contemplates peace, let alone …
(2024-10-17). Peter Thiel: From Gaza AI War Criminal To White House Puppet Master. defenddemocracy.press By Alan Macleod Oct 9, 2024 The screams of babies as buildings collapse in Gaza. Terrified parents carrying the remains of their children away in plastic carrier bags. These scenes — altogether too familiar today — come enabled by German-American tech billionaire Peter Thiel and his company, Palantir, whose software uses AI and big data …
(2024-10-17). Bombings, killer drones, and starvation: eyewitnesses describe Israel's extermination campaign in northern Gaza. mondoweiss.net 
Testimonies from the brutal siege on the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza describe massive air and ground assaults, including killer quadcopter drones, that are destroying infrastructure and causing catastrophic humanitarian conditions.
(2024-10-17). Israel says it killed Yahya Sinwar as he was fighting the Israeli army. mondoweiss.net 
The Israeli army said on Thursday that Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar had been killed in combat during an armed confrontation with an Israeli army patrol in Rafah.
(2024-10-17). Israel's Genocide Day 377: Israel says it killed Yahya Sinwar as the extermination of Jabalia continues. mondoweiss.net 
Israel has committed a new massacre in Jabalia as it continues its siege on northern Gaza.
(2024-10-17). Israel's War on the World. dissidentvoice.org 
Photo credit: Muhammad Mahdi Karim, Wikimedia Commons Each new week brings new calamities for people in the countries neighboring Israel, as its leaders try to bomb their way to the promised land of an ever-expanding Greater Israel. In Gaza, Israel appears to be launching its "Generals' Plan" to drive the most devastated and traumatized 2.2 …
(2024-10-17). Upon Waking up. dissidentvoice.org 
(2024-10-17). Bayer's "Backward" Claim: A Bid to Reap Control of Indian Agriculture. dissidentvoice.org For some critics, if one firm tops a league table for anti-people, anti-nature business practices, it is Bayer (although there are many other worthy candidates). Nevertheless, the Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) signed a memorandum of understanding with Bayer in September 2023. Bayer's approach to agricultural development involves promoting a model of industrial agriculture dependent on …
(2024-10-17). May I Show You My City. dissidentvoice.org A short story that I wrote that is true for many Palestinians in different scenarios. The taxicab ride from Tel Aviv ended at the front of the Hotel Leonardo Ashkelon. Sliding from the rear seat on to the violet colored brick sidewalk, Professor Farad Al-Khatib looked toward the Mediterranean Sea and took a deep breath. …
(2024-10-17). Gaza Lives: Resisting Cultural Genocide. dissidentvoice.org By destroying universities, museums, libraries, and archives, Israel seeks to make our memory, whether it's collective or institutional, inaccessible. It's an assault on continuity. They want to force people out of Gaza but they also want to make sure if people return to Gaza they find nothing and dwell for eternity in this limbo of …
(2024-10-17). As Israel's murder of journalists intensifies, UK raids home of pro-Gaza journalist Winstanley. skwawkbox.org 
As Israel's campaign of targeted murder of Palestinian journalists continues, the UK government to its shame continues to abuse badly-constructed anti-terror legislation to persecute pro-Palestinian journalists, with a police raid today on the home of Electronic Intifada (EI) associate editor Asa Winstanley, ten officers raiding his home in North London and seizing electronic devices. According …
(2024-10-17). Israel's War On The World. progressivehub.net MEDEA BENJAMIN AND NICOLAS J. S. DAVIES…
(2024-10-17). Israel Brings Strategy of Unchecked Destruction to Its Assault on Lebanon. truthout.org We get an update on Israel's war on Lebanon from journalist Rania Abouzeid in Beirut. "We are seeing a definite escalation that started a month ago and doesn't show any sign of letting up," she observes, describing unrestrained attacks by Israel throughout the country, on all sectors of society, as Israel carries out its "Dahiya doctrine" in an attempt to foment division among the Lebanese… |
(2024-10-17). UK police raid home, seize devices of EI's Asa Winstanley. electronicintifada.net Attack on journalist part of broad crackdown on Palestine reporting, activism.
(2024-10-17). Yahya Sinwar killed in combat in Gaza, Israeli army says. electronicintifada.net Hamas leader shattered myth of Israeli military invincibility.
(2024-10-17). Israel is starving northern Gaza. electronicintifada.net Tents in hospital courtyard in Deir al-Balah set ablaze by Israeli airstrike, burning people alive.
(2024-10-17). A new life in Egypt, but it is still not home. electronicintifada.net I was forced to leave Gaza in February, and I am unsure what my future looks like.
(2024-10-17). Democracy Now! 2024-10-17 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for October 17, 2024; "The Gaza Playbook": Israel Brings Displacement, Death and Destruction to Lebanon; Ex-State Dept. Official: Israel Is Starving Gaza Now. We Can't Wait Another 30 Days to Take Action; "Itching for a War": Biden Deploys U.S. Troops to Israel as Netanyahu Threatens Escalation with Iran | Headlines for October 17, 2024; "The Gaza Playbook": Israel Brings Displacement, Death and Destruction to Lebanon; Ex-State Dept. Official: Israel Is Starving Gaza Now. We Can't Wait Another 30 Days to Take Action; "Itching for a War": Biden De…
(2024-10-17). Ex-State Dept. official: Israel is starving Gaza now. We can't wait another 30 days to take action. nationofchange.org We speak with Josh Paul, a former State Department official who resigned last October over the push to increase arms sales to Israel.
(2024-10-17). Climate Colonialism's Stranglehold on Africa's Energy Starved. wattsupwiththat.com European colonialism that methodically extracted wealth from Africa until the system's collapse in the last century has been replaced by a climate colonialism that stifles the economic development that the Dark Continent desperately needs.
(2024-10-17). Anti-Zionist Workers Are Being Purged From Jewish Institutions Across the US. truthout.org Dan Fischer had been working as a Hebrew and Jewish ethics teacher for three years at Sinai Synagogue in South Bend, Ind., when a television reporter asked him for comment during an "All Out for Palestine" rally held four days after October 7. "I am one of multiple Jews that are here today, proud to be in solidarity with the people of Gaza and Palestine," Fischer said. "And I know that my… |
(2024-10-17). We Keep Resisting: US and Canada Sanction Samidoun (Statement). orinocotribune.com By Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network — Oct 16, 2024 | On October 15, the United States and Canada sanctioned Samidoun in an attempt to repress political organizing in support of the Palestinian people's struggle against genocide, colonialism and occupation, and the more than 10,000 Palestinian political prisoners that are being tortured and killed by the Zionist entity. In the US, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced the sanctions, while the Canadian government has listed Samidoun as a "terrorist entity" under its criminal code. | These decisions c…
(2024-10-17). Democrat Slate Fundraiser Attracts "Let Gaza Live" Protest in Lambertville NJ 10/16/2024. fightbackbetter.com No business as usual as Democrats are being confronted by the opposition to their complicity in the slaughter of the Palestinians, Lebanese and the escalation toward total Middle East War by US supported Israel. The Democratict Party is raising fears over Trump fascism, which is also a real threat, and meanwhile pushing fascist measures that are being used to repress the growing chorus of opposition to US supported genocide. But more and moreso they are benig confronted by protests at their campaign events — including here in Lambertville NJ on October 16 — and October 12 in Paterson NJ, see linked a…
(2024-10-17). While Trump Bloviates About Military Assault on Political Opponents, Biden — Harris Authorize US Military Domestic Lethal Force and Drone Strikes. fightbackbetter.com 
Fascist Rerpression Either Way for the Anti-Genocide Movement In a revision to DOD Directive 5240.01, Assistant Secretary of Defense Kathleen…
(2024-10-17). You're Not Crazy. This Genocidal Dystopia Is Crazy. caitlinjohnstone.com.au You're not crazy. They are crazy. The ones who are going around acting like everything's fine. The ones dismissing the Gaza genocide as a "single issue". The ones who don't like it when you talk about this stuff because it bums them out. They are the crazy ones. | I say this because living in the west during a western-backed genocide can make you feel like you're going insane. Like maybe there's something wrong with you for not being able to go along as though yo…
(2024-10-17). "Resettle Gaza": Netanyahu's Likud Party just said the quiet part out loud. thecanary.co Defenders of Israel often criticise people who call it a settler-colonial project. But it's all out in the open. And a series of upcoming events show how Israeli politicians from Netanyahu's Likud Party want to 'resettle Gaza' in the wake of the ongoing genocide. The UN and human rights organisations have long condemned illegal settler […] | By
(2024-10-17). Man in COURT on criminal damage to HOUMOUS charges during pro-Palestine protest. thecanary.co A nurse from Hastings is fighting a charge of criminal damage to a load of Sabra houmous which he says is 'helping to fund Israel's genocide'. Sabra Houmous gate: protesting Israel's genocide Father-of-two Chris Dindar — dubbed the #Houmous1 — will plead not guilty to a charge of criminal damage relating to a peaceful protest […] | By
(2024-10-17). Siemens in Cambridge gets a taste of what happens when you support Israel's genocide. thecanary.co 
In the early hours of 17 October, activists in Cambridge shattered the glass front of Kett House, where the offices of Siemens is located. It is over the company's complicity in Israel's genocide in Gaza: Siemens: propping up Israel's genocide in Gaza The activists said they targeted this building because of Siemens' role in: continuing […] | By
(2024-10-17). Jewish American director Sarah Friedland condemns 'Israel's genocide in Gaza' in Venice Film Festival award speech. defenddemocracy.press US director Sarah Friedland used her acceptance speech at the Venice Film Festival, refering to the situation as 'the 336th day of Israel's genocide in Gaza'. Sep 10, 2024 American film director Sarah Friedland became the latest artist at the 81st Venice Film Festival to spotlight the war on Gaza during the weekend's ceremony. Friedland, who …
(2024-10-17). How Did Twitch Streamer Asmongold Learn to Hate Palestinians? muslimskeptic.com Recently, a famous multimillionaire Twitch streamer by the name of "Asmongold" made some very disgusting and shocking statements regarding Palestinians: "If you want to consider it genocide as a systematic killing of a group of people, they have genocide built into Sharia law right now," Hoyt said during the stream. "So no, I'm not going …
(2024-10-17). Israel-fanatic Columbia academic Davidai banned from campus after alleged harassment of students and staff. skwawkbox.org 
'Temporary' ban imposed on assistant professor accused of stalking and abusing female students Shai Davidai, the notorious pro-Israel Columbia University assistant professor whose inflammatory videos and rhetoric about peaceful anti-genocide protesters at the university's campus must have driven thousands to support them, has been banned from campus by the university's management, pending training on how …
(2024-10-17). Biden Admin Launches Stealth Bomber Attack on Yemen Without Congress's Approval. truthout.org The Biden administration on Wednesday deployed B-2 stealth bombers to launch multiple airstrikes on Yemen, attacks that underscored the United States' deep involvement in a deadly regional war that is threatening to engulf the entire Middle East. The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement that the strikes targeted "numerous Iran-backed Houthi weapons storage facilities within… |
(2024-10-17). US bombers strike Houthi underground facilities in Yemen. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-10-17). US B-2 stealth bombers target underground Houthi bunkers in Yemen. scmp.com US defence secretary called the mission a 'unique demonstration' to adversaries that nothing is out of reach.
(2024-10-17). Netanyahu: 'Evil suffered a heavy blow today…Hamas will never rule Gaza again'. haaretz.com IDF releases names of five soldiers killed in Lebanon fighting ‚ñ Hamas leader Sinwar killed by IDF soldiers in southern Gaza ‚ñ Gallant: Sinwar's death is clear message to residents of Gaza – surrender and release the hostages ‚ñ Hostages Families Forum calls to seize opportunity to reach deal to release hostages…
(2024-10-17). Not Just Houthis, Russia Also Arming Hezbollah Amid Israel Conflict? Netanyahu Makes Stunnig Claim. hindustantimes.com In a big claim, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Russia of helping Hezbollah amid the IDF's ground operation in south Lebanon. In an interview with French newspaper 'Le Figaro', Netanyahu said, "We have just found a quantity of state-of-the-art Russian weapons." Watch this video to know more.
(2024-10-17). U.S. Unleashes B-2 Stealth Bomber To Target Houthi Sites In Yemen; Biden's Veiled Warning To Iran. hindustantimes.com The US military carried out fresh airstrikes on Yemen-based Houthi rebels on October 17. The US forces used B-2 stealth bombers for the first time to attack deep underground bunkers of the Houthis in Yemen. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, in a statement, said, "At the direction of President Biden, I authorised these targeted strikes to further degrade the Houthis' capability to continue their destabilising behaviour and to protect and defend US forces and personnel in one of the world's most critical waterways."
(2024-10-17). US shields Lebanese citizens from deportation amid Israel's war. aljazeera.com Around 11,000 Lebanese nationals in the US can stay for 18 months and file for work permits under new status.
(2024-10-17). US Bombs Yemen with B-2 Bombers As Conflict over Gaza Deepens. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — US and British forces launched airstrikes on the Yemeni capital Sana'a and other regions, intensifying attacks as Yemen expressed solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza and Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli offensives.
(2024-10-17). Iran, Egypt Call for Diplomatic Solutions amid Rising Regional Insecurity. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's top diplomat Abbas Araqchi visited Cairo on Thursday to meet with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, seeking to rally regional countries for a joint diplomatic response to ongoing Israeli violence in Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-10-17). Five Israeli soldiers killed in southern Lebanon combat operations. haaretz.com Four attackers opened fire at the soldiers, who were sweeping a multi-story building in a village near the Israel-Lebanon border…
(2024-10-17). Israel at war, day 377: Israel confirms IDF soldiers killed Hamas leader Sinwar. haaretz.com In first public visit by top Iranian official to Egypt in a decade, Iran's FM holds talks with his Egyptian counterpart and President el-Sissi on deescalating the conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, his office says ‚ñ Germany will continue to help Israel defend itself by supplying weapons, Chancellor Scholz says ‚ñ For the first time since the war began, IDF calls on residents in parts of Lebanon's Beqaa Valley ‚ñ Here's what you need to know 377 days into the war…
(2024-10-17). Hezbollah Ambushes Israeli Troops In Lebanon; 7 IDF Soldiers Killed In Deadly Combat | Gaza War. hindustantimes.com Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group claimed to have killed at least seven Israeli soldiers in violent clashes in south Lebanon's Aita al-Shaab and Ramia on October 16. Several other Israeli troops also suffered injuries, and some 17 of them are critical, as per Press TV citing Hezbollah. Meanwhile, the IDF said that it killed Hezbollah's Kafr Qana district commander, Jalal Mustafa Hariri, in an airstrike in southern Lebanon. Watch this for more.
(2024-10-17). Palestinian woman killed by IDF fire while picking olives near West Bank separation barrier, Palestinian Health Ministry says. haaretz.com The victim, 59-year-old Hanan Abd Rahman Abu Salameh, was reportedly shot by a man in military uniform while harvesting olives on her land about 200 meters from the barrier…
(2024-10-17). USA's Arab Ally, Which Shot Down Iranian Missiles, Now Joins Tehran Camp Right Before Israel Attack. hindustantimes.com Iranian Foreign Minister met with his Jordanian counterpart on Oct 16. Abbas Araghchi & Ayman Safadi met in Amman & discussed the ongoing Mid-East conflict. Jordan FM told Araghchi that Amman would not allow any parties to violate its airspace. Watch this video for all the details.
(2024-10-17). México país invitado en Fiesta de la Danza. radiohc.cu Santa Clara, Cuba, 17 Oct (RHC) La 40 edición de la Fiesta de la Danza, organizada en la central provincia cubana de Villa Clara, cumple hoy la primera jornada de actividades marcada por la celebración de la cultura mexicana, país invitado de honor al evento.
(2024-10-17). Cuba celebra aniversario 62 de relaciones diplomáticas con Argelia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba celebró este jueves el aniversario 62 del establecimiento de relaciones diplomáticas con Argelia.
(2024-10-17). Cuba aboga por ampliar nexos con Liberia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El representante permanente de Cuba ante la Organización de Naciones Unidas (ONU), Ernesto Soberón abogó este jueves en Nueva York por fortalecer nexos con Liberia, durante un encuentro con el vicecanciller de esa nación, Jeddi Mowbray Armah.
(2024-10-17). Viceprimera Ministra de Cuba se reúne con Alta Comisionada Adjunta de Naciones Unidas para los Derechos Humanos. radiohc.cu Ginebra, 17 oct (RHC) La viceprimera ministra de la República de Cuba, Inés María Chapman Waugh, quien encabeza la delegación cubana para la presentación del IX Informe ante el Comité para la Eliminación de la Discriminación contra la Mujer (CEDAW por sus siglas en inglés), se reunió este jueves con la Alta Comisionada Adjunta de Naciones Unidas para los Derechos Humanos, Nada Al-Nashif.
(2024-10-17). With Robert Roberson's Execution Hours Away, Supporters Hope Desperate Measures Will Spare Him. scheerpost.com 
Robert Roberson (The Innocence Project) | By Kayla Guo / As Texas prison officials ready the death chamber to execute Robert Roberson on Thursday night, a thundering chorus of people who believe the state is about to kill an innocent man hope last-minute measures will buy him more time. | Roberson was convicted of killing his 2-year-old daughter, who was diagnosed with shaken baby syndrome. But experts, lawmakers and the lead detective in the girl's case say the science supporting Roberson's d…
(2024-10-17). Group Sues Florida Over Harassment of TV Stations Airing Abortion Rights Ad. truthout.org An abortion rights group in Florida is suing state officials for suppressing free speech, alleging in their lawsuit that the state unconstitutionally threatened television stations that were airing its ads in favor of a ballot initiative that would overturn Florida's extreme abortion ban. Florida currently restricts all abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, granting only nominal exceptions… |
(2024-10-17). My Uncle in Gaza Had a Lung Condition. Israel Turned It Into a Death Sentence. truthout.org My dear uncle, Mahmoud Attallah, 63, who was suffering from a lung condition called pulmonary fibrosis, passed away on October 12, 2024, after enduring over a cruel year of genocidal war in Gaza. Due to the ongoing war and bombardment, we were unable to bury him in the cemetery. Instead, he will be laid to rest temporarily in the yard of my grandmother's house. In these dark days we are unable to… |
(2024-10-17). Nebraska Supreme Court Enfranchises 7,000 Formerly Convicted of Felony Crimes. truthout.org The Nebraska State Supreme Court ruled this week to allow a state law passed earlier this year to be enforced, enfranchising thousands of people who were formerly convicted of felony level crimes and thwarting efforts by Republican state officials to deem the law unconstitutional. In a bipartisan vote this summer of the unicameral state legislature, Nebraska lawmakers enacted a veto-proof law… |
(2024-10-17). Trump Campaign Selects 30 Election Deniers to Be Electoral College Electors. truthout.org The Trump campaign has selected dozens of election deniers — people who have pushed the repeatedly debunked lie that the 2020 election was "rigged" against Trump — to be included in its slate of electors in swing states this year. The electors will take part in the Electoral College vote should Trump win in their jurisdictions. Their selection indicates that Trump's strategy for this year's… |
(2024-10-17). Billionaires Won't Save Us From the Effects of Climate Crisis. Mutual Aid Will. truthout.org It was William Shakespeare who, in Troilus and Cressida, wrote, "One touch of nature makes the whole world kin." And yet, in the polarized news cycle since Hurricane Helene ravaged the southeastern United States and the hurricanes have kept coming, we've heard a tale not of shared humanity, but of ruin, discord, and political polarization. Hundreds are dead from that storm — the deadliest to… |
(2024-10-17). Response to NYPD Subway Shooting Shows Deep Black and Palestinian Solidarity. truthout.org Hundreds of protesters wearing keffiyehs flooded Brooklyn's DeKalb Avenue station last month, dodging police in riot gear to hop the turnstiles en masse. Their collective refusal on September 20 to pay the $2.90 fee required to ride the subway was an act of protest: Just days before, on September 15, a New York City Police Department (NYPD) officer shot haphazardly onto a train platform in pursuit… |
(2024-10-17). Pressed on Trans Health Care in Fox News Interview, Harris Stood Her Ground. truthout.org On Wednesday evening, Kamala Harris sat down for an interview with Brett Baier on Fox News. It will likely be remembered as one of the most hostile interviews she has faced since her presidential run began. The interview occurred amid Trump's escalating anti-transgender advertisements, which have totaled $20 million. Many expected the interview to include questions targeting transgender rights… |
(2024-10-17). New law requires clothing companies in California to have recycling program in place by 2026. nationofchange.org Companies producing clothing, bedding, towels and upholstery are now mandated by law to administer and fund the repair, reuse and recycling of their products statewide.
(2024-10-17). 'Should shame the world': Famine takes hold in Gaza as Israel cuts off food imports. nationofchange.org Israel's obstruction of humanitarian assistance and repeated attacks on aid convoys have sparked catastrophe in the Palestinian enclave.
(2024-10-17). Hurricanes Milton and Helene were intensified by climate change, researchers find. nationofchange.org Hurricanes Helene and Milton are following the trend of these storms becoming supercharged and more likely to form, according to a pair of studies from the World Weather Attribution.
(2024-10-17). Israel claims to have killed Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in Gaza. middleeasteye.net 
(2024-10-17). Billionaires Are Not Going to Save Us. tomdispatch.com It was William Shakespeare who, in Troilus and Cressida, wrote, "One touch of nature makes the whole world kin." And yet, in the polarized news cycle since Hurricane Helene ravaged the southeastern United States and the hurricanes have kept coming, we've heard a tale not of shared humanity, but of ruin, discord, and political polarization. Hundreds are dead from that storm — the deadliest to hit the mainland U.S. since Hurricane Katrina in 2005 — hundreds more are missing, and hundreds of thousands of residences are still without power or clean water. And in addition to the staggering human loss and p…
(2024-10-17). Billionaires Are Not Going to Save Us. tomdispatch.com It was William Shakespeare who, in Troilus and Cressida, wrote, "One touch of nature makes the whole world kin." And yet, in the polarized news cycle since Hurricane Helene ravaged the southeastern United States and the hurricanes have kept coming, we've heard a tale not of shared humanity, but of ruin, discord, and political polarization. Hundreds are dead from that storm — the deadliest to hit the mainland U.S. since Hurricane Katrina in 2005 — hundreds more are missing, and hundreds of thousands of residences are still without power or clean water. And in addition to the staggering human loss and p…
(2024-10-17). The Bail Bond Industry Fights To Keep You In Jail. levernews.com The shadowy for-profit bail industry is behind a first-of-its-kind federal effort to criminalize charitable efforts designed to help people who can't afford to post bail. The legislation, which civil rights groups warn is part of an ongoing wave of attacks on bail reforms, would be a win for the for-profit bail industry: Bounty hunters and the Wall Street insurers that back them all profit from the United States' unique bail bonds system, in which poor people facing criminal charges pay bail agents to post their bail and get out of jail as they await trial.The new bill, which just passed the House of Representat…
(2024-10-17). US's Harris reacts to news of Sinwar death. aljazeera.com US Vice President Kamala Harris has reacted to Israeli reports that it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
(2024-10-17). Diego Garcia remains a dark British-American secret in the Indian Ocean. aljazeera.com The recent Chagos deal between the UK and Mauritius is a true victory neither for Chagossians nor international law.
(2024-10-17). Israel claims Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed. aljazeera.com Israel says Sinwar was killed on Wednesday in southern Gaza. PM Netanyahu says score is 'settled'.
(2024-10-17). Netanyahu says war on Gaza "not over yet" after death of Hamas's Sinwar. aljazeera.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the war on Gaza is "not over yet" after the death of Hamas's Sinwar.
(2024-10-17). Seeing double in Nigeria's 'twins capital of the world'. aljazeera.com The global average birth rate for twins is around 12 per 1,000 births, but in Igbo-Ora, it is closer to 50 per 1,000.
(2024-10-17). Advocates question US 'threat' to Israel over Gaza aid: What to know. aljazeera.com Experts urge Washington to follow US law and immediately suspend aid to Israel as humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens.
(2024-10-17). AI helping US Treasury bust fraudsters, saving billions. aljazeera.com The technology helped recover $1.3bn in tax fraud in the 2024 fiscal year, says the Treasury.
(2024-10-17). Former Canadian Olympian charged in major US cocaine-smuggling case. aljazeera.com Snowboarder Ryan Wedding and 15 others are accused of shipping 60 tonnes of cocaine a year to the US and Canada.
(2024-10-17). Kenya impeaches deputy president over 'corruption, undermining government'. aljazeera.com Rigathi Gachagua, who has fallen out with President Ruto, was too ill to attend proceedings, his lawyers said.
(2024-10-17). Trump vs Harris: Who is leading in US election polls? aljazeera.com Al Jazeera tracks the latest polls with less than a month to go before US voters choose a new president on November 5.
(2024-10-17). US hails Israeli announcement of killing Sinwar, calls for Gaza 'day after'. aljazeera.com Biden and Harris say Sinwar's death, which has yet to be confirmed by Hamas, brings the Gaza war closer to an end.
(2024-10-17). US sanctions Chinese companies accused of making Russian drone parts. aljazeera.com China has forged closer ties with Russia since the invasion of Ukraine, but it has repeatedly denied supplying weapons.
(2024-10-17). World reacts to Israel claims Hamas leader Sinwar killed. aljazeera.com Hamas has yet to comment on Israeli military claims its forces killed the group's leader in southern Gaza on Wednesday.
(2024-10-17). Is the US government doing enough to help hurricane victims? aljazeera.com Damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton is estimated to be more than $100bn.
(2024-10-17). Al Jazeera cameraman Fadi al-Wahidi falls into coma waiting for evacuation. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera cameraman Fadi al-Wahidi has fallen into a coma waiting for Israeli authorities to approve his evacuation.
(2024-10-17). Israel says killed 'most wanted man' Hamas's Sinwar. aljazeera.com The Israeli military has said that its troops have killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza.
(2024-10-17). Israel's Minister of Defence says Sinwar 'eliminated'. aljazeera.com Israeli Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant announced the 'elimination' of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
(2024-10-17). Preview: New Zealand vs West Indies — Women's T20 World Cup 2024 semifinal. aljazeera.com West Indies won the tournament in 2016, while New Zealand will be hoping to enter their first final since 2010.
(2024-10-17). Obituary: Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. aljazeera.com Israel claims to have killed the Hamas leader in Gaza during an 'operation'.
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(2024-10-17). This Is In The Foundation… smoothiex12.blogspot.com of the whole goddamn thing with the West. It was always about it. Even when it deals with metaphysical, such as West's attempts to remove Orthodox Christians through Kiev's regime from their cathedrals, as is the case today in Cherkassy.
Russia and Russian Orthodoxy are a threat to the West by the fact of their…
(2024-10-17). US Politicians Are Pressuring Ukraine to Lower Draft Age to 18. defenddemocracy.press Ukraine's draft laws do not allow the conscription of men under the age of 25 October 15, 2024 A Ukrainian official said Tuesday that American politicians are pressuring Ukraine to lower the minimum age of conscription from 25 to 18 to make more young men available for combat. "If this information has surfaced, I can …
(2024-10-17). Scholz talks about diplomacy and peace while keeps arming Ukraine. infobrics.org Scholz's recent words about peace sound hypocritic and banal.
(2024-10-17). "Victory Plan" as a tool to realize ethnocratic fantasy in Ukraine. infobrics.org With today's Ukrainian leadership and state of affairs, the task of nation-founding with all its territorial ambitions does not seem to be achievable. And it would not be a desirable outcome in terms of local security or the human rights of a large part of the population.
(2024-10-17). Is political West bailing out due to 'real and increasing Ukraine fatigue'. infobrics.org After years of trying to build the image of the Neo-Nazi junta as the "beacon of democracy", it seems that Zelensky, whose lionization was the primary task of the mainstream propaganda machine, is now being thrown under the bus.
(2024-10-17). No positive decision on Ukraine's NATO accession under new chairman expected. infobrics.org At the current meeting of defense ministers at NATO headquarters in Brussels, the new Secretary General faces a major challenge. This challenge is called "Ukraine's NATO accession"
(2024-10-17). Australia to give 49 ageing Abrams tanks to Ukraine for war effort. scmp.com Australia's M1A1 Abrams tanks were due to be decommissioned, but will instead be sent to Ukraine to bolster its ground forces.
(2024-10-17). Zelensky pitches 'victory plan' to EU leaders, steps up call for Ukraine to join Nato. scmp.com But there was no immediate sign that Kyiv's most powerful allies would throw their weight behind the most sensitive elements of the plan.
(2024-10-17). Nearly 11,000 North Korean Troops In Russia Preparing To Enter The Fight Says Ukraine's Spy Boss. twz.com 
Ukraine Situation Report: Lt. Gen. Budanov claims the first 2.600 North Korean troops will help Russia's attempt to defeat the Kursk invasion.
(2024-10-17). Secretive Phoenix Ghost Kamikaze Drones Rushed To Ukraine Finally Come Out Of The Shadows. twz.com 
Phoenix Ghost was only mentioned but never seen as part of aid for Ukraine that was announced shortly after Russia's invasion began.
(2024-10-17). "Wrecking Canada's liberal dream" — media about Trudeau. infobrics.org Canadian PM prioritises external issues instead of his country's many domestic problems.
(2024-10-17). An Expanding BRICS Seeks to Reform Not Replace the Global Order. infobrics.org Member nations are unhappy with the systemic bias against the Global South and want to reform the current order such that mutually agreed upon norms are applied equally to all nations…
(2024-10-17). BRICS: Why It Is a Trigger for Success for Everyone and Everyone at Once. infobrics.org The Russian city of Kazan will host guests from 33 countries at the BRICS summit from October 22 to 24. This is the largest historical event for the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia and the entire democratic world, which is impossible to ignore — even if you really, really want to…
(2024-10-17). Can Iran and Türkiye unite to confront the US? uwidata.com West Asia continues to be subjected to Israeli aggression. Among the countries in the region, Iran is responding the most severely to the aggression. Alongside Iran, Türkiye is another country that has taken a clear stand against Israel, as exemplified by its support for Hamas. This frequently poses the question whether the two countries can …
(2024-10-17). The Election Outcome Will Not Change the Fate of the United States. thesiriusreport.com 
We discuss why the outcome of the US presidential election will not make any difference to the multitude of problems the US faces.
(2024-10-17). President Maduro Leads Venezuelan Army's Transfer of Command Ceremony. orinocotribune.com 
The president of Venezuela and commander-in-chief of the Bolivarian National Armed Force (FANB), Nicolás Maduro, led a ceremony of the transfer of command of the General Commands of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Bolivarian National Militia, the Presidential Honor Guard (GHP), the Bolivarian National Intelligence Service (SEBIN), the General Directorate of Military Counterintelligence (DGCIM), and the eight Strategic Regions of Comprehensive Defense (REDI). | The ceremony took place on Tuesday, October 15, in the 4F Barracks of the 23 de Enero parish, Caracas. "This is a serious and important event to strengthen…
(2024-10-17). Venezuela's Foreign Minister: Blinken is a Charlatan at the Service of Nefarious Lobbyists. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Through the statement issued on Tuesday, October 15, Venezuela urged the US official to desist from his statements that are detrimental to any possible rapprochement in diplomatic relations between the two nations.
(2024-10-17). President of Mexico to Remain Impartial Regarding Venezuela's Presidential Election Results. orinocotribune.com Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced that her government will maintain an "impartial" stance on the results of Venezuela's July 28 elections, a position different to those of Colombia and Brazil, and consistent with the constitution of México. | "From now on, we are going to remain impartial in this regard," she said in statements to the media on Tuesday, October 15. "So Colombia has a position, Brazil has a position, the US has its own position, and our position is constitutional." | The Mexican president recalled that her country's constitution prohibits her from intervening in the internal affairs…
(2024-10-17). "This is Where the Problem Starts" projectcensored.org By Lamees Hijazi Western colonialism and imperialism are the roots of the Palestinian struggle. A common characteristic of western powers is their shared history of colonization and oppression of indigenous populations. This distinction is important because it is clear that there is heavy bias against Palestinians in both western political…
(2024-10-17). Get To The Root of The Migrant Crisis. progressive.org Climate disasters are forcing Central Americans—many of them Indigenous—to flee their homes.
(2024-10-17). Rightwingers Attack Social Security; Elon Musk Cozies Up To Trump. progressive.org Words from populist author, public speaker, and radio commentator Jim Hightower.
(2024-10-17). Why Do We Lie About Immigrants? progressive.org Throughout U.S. history we have conjured up bogus reasons to hate and fear new arrivals.
(2024-10-17). What is an 'Opportunity Economy'? progressive.org The economy ranks as the most important issue in this election. What does Kamala Harris's plan offer?
(2024-10-17). Saudi Crown Prince and Egyptian President hold talks. tvbrics.com 
Saudi authorities announce the results of high-level talks with Egypt…
(2024-10-17). At the Zero Plus festival is decided to create the BRICS Film and Media Association. tvbrics.com The organisation will support creative projects in the field of education…
(2024-10-17). Brazil announces US$589 million investment to boost innovation and research infrastructure. tvbrics.com 
The resources will be allocated to the expansion of the National Science and Technology Institute Programme…
(2024-10-17). China Pioneers Sustainable Bio-Based Ethylene Glycol Production Technology. tvbrics.com 
The technology now holds over 40 patents…
(2024-10-17). Egypt and African Development Bank present results of the joint country strategy for development cooperation. tvbrics.com 
The workshop, held in Cairo, brought together representatives from various Egyptian ministries and AfDB…
(2024-10-17). High-grade iron ore deposit discovered in China's province with 104 million tonne reserves. tvbrics.com 
China has identified 173 types of minerals, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources report…
(2024-10-17). India to hold International conference on Russian language and culture. tvbrics.com 
The event aims to assist young researchers in exploring Russia's artistic heritage…
(2024-10-17). Iran discovers Bronze Age burial site during emergency excavations. tvbrics.com 
This discovery has led to an important exploration of ancient artefacts…
(2024-10-17). Model of the BRICS technological development platform is developed at foresight in Moscow. tvbrics.com 
The platform design is based on the pyramid of technological sovereignty and the periodic table of technologies…
(2024-10-17). Russia summarises results of BRICS Business Council's work. tvbrics.com 
The heads of the national parts of the Council approved the annual report to be presented to the BRICS leaders at the summit in Kazan…
(2024-10-17). UAE launches set of advanced digital tools to further empower investors in Dubai. tvbrics.com 
(2024-10-17). The Curious Case of the Dog and the Abortion Pills. progressivehub.net DEBBIE NATHAN | LUX…
(2024-10-17). Cut to the chase: Windermere was 'used as an open sewer' because of privatisation. thecanary.co United Utilities is a private water company whose current CEO got a pay packet of over £1.4m in 2023/24. And it has "repeatedly dumped millions of litres of raw sewage illegally into one of England's most famous lakes, Windermere, over a three-year period", according to a new BBC report. The profiteers of "Britain's biggest water […] | By
(2024-10-17). Cabinet ministers panic, write formally to Starmer about Reeves's planned spending cuts. skwawkbox.org 
Even Starmeroid front-benchers fear consequences of Reeves's and Starmer's intensification of Tory austerity Labour Cabinet ministers — by definition Starmer-approved right-wingers, as Starmer doesn't tolerate any independent thought anywhere near his front bench — have written to Keir Starmer in a panic over the extent of the public spending cuts Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning …
(2024-10-17). UK Poverty 2024. truepublica.org.uk Between 2019/20 and 2021/22, the average poverty rates in England (22%), Wales (22%) and Scotland (21%) had converged to around the same level, although poverty rates were much lower in Northern Ireland (16%). Between 2019/20 and 2021/22, the West Midlands had the highest rate of poverty at 27%, followed by the North East and London …
(2024-10-17). China: Free Unjustly Convicted Uyghur Filmmaker. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Uyghur filmmaker Ikram Nurmehmet. | © Private | (New York) —The Chinese authorities should immediately release the Uyghur filmmaker and director Ikram Nurmehmet, who was sentenced to six and a half years in prison after being convicted on politically motivated charges, Human Rights Watch said today.Xinjiang's Urumqi Intermediate People's Court convicted Nurmehmet, 33, in January 2024 for "actively participating in terrorist activities" while he was studying in Turkey between 2010 and 2016, knowledgeable sources told Human Rights Watch. During the trial, Nurmehmet said the aut…
(2024-10-17). REVEALED: the flawed research Kendall is using to push DWP staff into mental health hospitals. thecanary.co A report on the South London scheme that put job advisers into NHS hospitals is stacked with statistical biases. That being the case, it means that the positive findings from it are largely bogus. Of course, this happens to be the very same programme Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) boss Liz Kendall has lauded […] | By
(2024-10-17). Half a million people demand Labour STOP callous winter fuel payments cut. thecanary.co 
Campaigners have delivered a petition to parliament from over half a million people. It calls for the Labour Party government to scrap its cruel winter fuel payment cut to millions of pensioners. This was on the same day new charity polling revealed that the policy will put nearly half of those pensioners now losing out […] | By
(2024-10-17). Labour just oversaw a £1.3 BILLION SELL-OFF of NHS services to a private equity firm. thecanary.co There's no other way to dress this up, except for the headline: the Labour Party just oversaw a £1.3 BILLION SELL-OFF of NHS community services to a private equity firm, in Wiltshire. The Great Labour NHS sell off has begun As HSJ reported (behind a paywall, of course — HSJ can't have the people actually […] | By
(2024-10-17). Zack Polanski just held Sadiq Khan's feet to the fire over airport expansions. thecanary.co In his latest refusal to stand against pollution in London, mayor Sadiq Khan rejected an offer by Zack Polanski AM to join together and urge the national government to reject any future efforts to expand the city's airports. Zack Polanski pushes Khan just as Stansted expansion announced As the Canary previously reported, the Labour government […] | By
(2024-10-17). The long history of the corporate coup goes right back to 1492, as a new book shows. thecanary.co The following is an extract from the new preface of Silent Coup: How Corporations Overthrew Democracy, by Claire Provost and Matt Kennard This history of the corporate takeover of our world goes back more than 500 years. None of what we describe in Silent Coup would have been possible without the invention of the modern […] | By
(2024-10-17). WATCH: Corbyn sings Bob Marley, discusses Gaza, Israel, and disability with Karim Ali. thecanary.co Jeremy Corbyn joins tens of thousands showing support for the Gaza Sunbirds and their goal to support Palestinians facing Israel's brutal assault. On a bike ride through Caledonian park, the former Labour leader, recently re-elected independent Islington MP and avid cyclist meets with Karim Ali, co-founder of the Gaza para-cycling team. Corbyn sings Bob Marley […] | By
(2024-10-17). A fascist specter is haunting America. therealnews.com 
This story was originally published by "State racism in the name of workers' interests." That's not the only response to the perennial question "What is fascism?"‚Äâ—‚Äâbut it is a compelling one. Now that mass deportation‚Äâ—‚Äâstarting with the Haitian residents of Springfield, Ohio&sbq…
(2024-10-17). The astronaut wears Prada — new spacesuit for Nasa moon mission revealed. scmp.com The Italian luxury brand has teamed up with private company Axiom Space to provide garments for the Artemis 3 project.
(2024-10-17). Imperial modelling shows 100 Days Mission could have saved 8 million lives. imperial.ac.uk Deploying effective COVID-19 vaccines in 100 days could have saved over eight million lives.
(2024-10-17). Humans protect AI bots from playtime exclusion, finds Imperial study. imperial.ac.uk In an Imperial College London study, humans displayed sympathy towards and protected AI bots who were excluded from playtime.
(2024-10-17). Imperial celebrates its alumni in Shanghai. imperial.ac.uk More than 200 alumni and friends joined Imperial's President in Shanghai to celebrate their life-long connections.
(2024-10-17). Mayor of Freetown: Urban Resilience and Climate Adaptation. imperial.ac.uk Imperial's Global Development Hub Annual Lecture hosts Mayor of Freetown for urban resilience discussion.
(2024-10-17). A totalitarian, "anthropological" gender operation by Neoliberals. defenddemocracy.press Blinken cautions US State Department staffers about 'misgendering' amid rising global conflicts Feb 20, 2024 In a recent internal communication, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken directed State Department workers not to use gendered terminology such as mother, father, and manpower. Blinken's advise to his personnel not to indulge in "misgendering" comes amid the ongoing …
(2024-10-17). Defending the Skies: How THAAD and Arrow-3 Protect Israel from Iran's Missile Threat. defenddemocracy.press by Elijah J Magnier Oct 15, 2024 Israel is preparing for a broad, strategic and highly aggressive strike against Iran, aimed at dismantling the rules of engagement and deterrence that Iran has sought to establish in recent months. This move comes with robust logistical and defensive support from the United States, positioning both nations for …
(2024-10-17). Exile on K Street. defenddemocracy.press After fleeing Greece, Elias Demetracopoulos fought against his home country's junta from Washington—and nearly upended Richard Nixon's presidency. by Stan Draenos October 25, 2020 Like a bolt out of the blue, tanks surrounded the Greek parliament on April 21, 1967, as a cabal of junior officers launched a military coup to thwart impending elections. Arresting …
(2024-10-17). Fête de l'Humanité 2024: 450,000 stand for Palestine and against Macron's power grab. defenddemocracy.press This year's Fête de l'Humanité focused on solidarity with Palestine and opposition to Emmanuel Macron's manipulation of France's post-election process September 16, 2024 The 89th edition of the Fête de l'Humanité brought together over 450,000 participants for three days of political debate, musical, and cultural performances. The festival addressed major issues facing movements in France, …
(2024-10-17). German and Greek shame. defenddemocracy.press By William Mallinson Athens, 7 April 2024 Introduction On 6 April, I attended a demonstration outside the German Embassy in Athens, well organised by my long-time friend Ambassador Leonidas Chrysanthopoulos, intended to pressurise Germany into paying Greece the billons that it owes it in wartime reparations. I was surprised to find not even one Greek …
(2024-10-17). The real numbers: More than 300.000 victims in Gaza? defenddemocracy.press Scientists are closing in on the true, horrifying scale of death and disease in Gaza By Devi Sridhar Sep 5, 2024 In August, a 10-month-old baby in Gaza was partly paralysed from polio, the first confirmed case there in 25 years. The paralysis is probably permanent, and there are no treatments for polio. We have …
(2024-10-17). US, Israel and Iran. defenddemocracy.press I don't think there is an implicit obligation for the United States to follow like a stupid mule whatever the Israelis do. If they decide to start a war, simply on the assumption that we'll automatically be drawn into it, I think it is the obligation of friendship to say, 'you're not going to be …
(2024-10-17). Illegal Donations: How Does Dark Money Get Into UK Politics? truepublica.org.uk By Lucy Nash — The Bureau of Investigative Journalism: AI-driven disinformation campaigns, the hacking of confidential trade documents, cyberattacks on the Electoral Commission — recent years have made it clear that the UK's democracy is under serious threat from foreign interference. And while authoritarian states like Russia and China attempt increasingly sophisticated disruption strategies, there …
(2024-10-17). One Direction's Liam Payne falls to death at Argentina hotel. scmp.com The 31-year-old UK singer, a former member of the bestselling boy band, had fallen from the third floor of a building in Buenos Aires.
(2024-10-17). After Trump assassination attempt, US Secret Service needs 'fundamental reform': panel. scmp.com The review faulted the Secret Service for poor communications on July 13 in Butler, and recommended bringing in new, outside leadership.
(2024-10-17). Israel kills Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza. scmp.com The militant leader has been at the top of Israel's most wanted list since he masterminded the October 7 attack that sparked the Gaza war.
(2024-10-17). Mexico's ex-security chief gets 38 years in US prison for aiding cartel. scmp.com Genaro Garcia Luna was convicted in New York last year of taking millions of dollars in bribes to protect the violent Sinaloa cartel.
(2024-10-17). US-China-Russia strategic stability hangs in the balance. scmp.com Quiet revolutions in military affairs are taking place just as arms control is declining — and precisely when cooperation should increase.
(2024-10-17). US Treasury chief warns Donald Trump's proposed tariffs are 'deeply misguided'. scmp.com Targeting imports from China and other nations will harm America by driving up inflation and setting back global security, Janet Yellen says.
(2024-10-17). US elections 2024: the China factor. scmp.com In US' 2024 presidential and Congress elections, China is an inescapable factor on all levels, whether on a countrywide level such as trade or the contest for Asia, or on the ground, where investments by Chinese companies are causing divisions in local communities. This series looks at all the ways US elections and China are intersecting.
(2024-10-17). Video: shot journalist Alwhidi lapses into coma after Israelis refuse evacuation for treatment. skwawkbox.org Israel's targeting and mass murder of journalists continues as Al Jazeera cameraman fights for life Palestinian Al Jazeera journalist Fadi Alwhidi, who was shot in the neck last week by Israeli troops as he filmed in Gaza, has fallen into a coma after the occupation regime refused permission to evacuate him for proper treatment. Israel …
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Emotionally Distant Husband Would Rather Watch 'Stargate SG-1' Than Have Honest Conversation About 'Stargate SG-1'. theonion.com BOSTON—Describing the behavior as an avoidance strategy used to ignore difficult subjects, local woman Sophia McKabe told reporters Thursday that her emotionally distant husband Doug seemed to prefer watching Stargate SG-1 to having an honest conversation about Stargate SG-1. "It's like every time I try to ask Doug how he really feels about Colonel O'Neill …
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Hades' Inferno Stadium Once Again Ranked Toughest Arena To Play In. theonion.com NEW YORK—The site of just two home losses in the past millennium due to the incredibly hostile atmosphere of the malevolent venue, Hades' Inferno Stadium was once again ranked first on ESPN's list of toughest arenas to play in this week. Situated in the newly redeveloped sports and entertainment district on the banks of the …
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Indecisive Hostage-Taker Asks What People Usually Demand. theonion.com PROVIDENCE, RI—Feeling too overwhelmed by the myriad options to make a decision, area hostage-taker Jason Harmon reportedly asked negotiators Thursday what people usually demand. "I thought a demand would just come to me after I pulled out my gun and ordered everybody to get on the ____ing ground, but truth be told, I'm still feeling …
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Italy Bans Overseas Surrogacy. theonion.com 
Italy criminalized citizens going abroad to have children through surrogacy, a measure slammed by opponents as "medieval" and discriminatory to same-sex couples. What do you think? | "So should I just keep this baby now?" | Libby Valdez, Proprietor |
| "Eh, I know a guy." | Ross McCrae, Synthesizer Programmer |
| "Oh, I just assumed the newborn got lost in the mail." | Enrico Panarello, Unemployed
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Logan Paul Claims Prime Perfectly Healthy For Average 9-Foot-Tall, 400-Pound Child. theonion.com DORADO, PUERTO RICO—In response to concerns about the health effects of his popular line of drinks, YouTuber and entrepreneur Logan Paul claimed Thursday that Prime is perfectly healthy for the average 9-foot-tall, 400-pound child. "If Prime is consumed as recommended, there's no reason that an ordinary 450-pound 8-year-old who's nearly 10 feet tall should experience …
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Tips For Organizing A Trunk-Or-Treat. theonion.com Trunk-or-treat events, an alternative to traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating, have increased in popularity as parents grow wary of letting their children stray. Here are tips for organizing your own community trunk-or-treat event.
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Trump Pledges To Use Obscure 18th-Century Law To Marry Daughter. theonion.com PALM BEACH, FL—Outlining his ambitious plans for a potential second presidential term, Republican candidate Donald Trump reportedly made a pledge Thursday to use an obscure 18th-century law to marry his daughter. "We're moving full steam ahead with 'Operation Ivanka,'" said Trump, who credited his policy advisors with working around-the-clock for months to discover the loophole …
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Voters Warned Ballots Flushed Down Toilet Will No Longer Be Counted. theonion.com Due to the high volume of votes flushed down the toilet in the past elections, officials are now warning that ballots sent in via the nation's sewage system will no longer be counted.
(2024-10-17). Israeli FM Confirms Death of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza Operation. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-17). European Trainee Doctors to Have Fake Malaria Climate Myths Added to Their Studies. wattsupwiththat.com Malaria was endemic in Northern Europe and the USA during the Little Ice Age. But most people don't realise how prevalent Malaria was in previous centuries, because our ancestors called Malaria "Ague".
(2024-10-17). 'Clear Conflict of Interest': Biden-Harris Environmental Justice Advisors Raked In Nearly $500 Million From Taxpayers. wattsupwiththat.com "It is a very clear conflict of interest, and no one is going to be providing objective advice, or they're going to be skewing that advice so it makes them more competitive to receive millions or even hundreds of millions of dollars in taxpayer benefits," Gunasekara told the DCNF.
(2024-10-17). No Wind Power? Easy, Build Some More Wind Farms! wattsupwiththat.com They call for more gas storage, which seems illogical when Net Zero will shut gas down anyway. In any event the value of the Rough storage facility has always been overstated; at a capacity of 100 bcf, it would only hold enough to supply demand for about 16 days. It would have made no difference at all to gas prices in 2021/22.
(2024-10-17). 100 Days Later, Guinean Opponents Still Disappeared. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A poster created by the opposition coalition, National Front for the Defense of the Constitution (Front National pour la Défense de la Constitution, FNDC) showing Mamadou Billo Bah (L) and Oumar Sylla, known as Foniké Mengué (R). | © 2024 National Front for the Defense of the Constitution…
(2024-10-17). Ethiopia: Fighting, Abuses Putting Sudanese Refugees at Risk. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A Sudanese refugee washes his clothes at Kumer refugee camp, near Maganan, in Ethiopia's Amhara region, on March 1, 2024. | © 2024 MICHELE SPATARI/AFP via Getty Images | Recent fighting between Ethiopian government forces and militias in the northwestern Amhara region has put Sudanese refugees at grave risk.For more than a year, unidentified gunmen subjected the refugees to killings, beatings, abductions, and forced labor.The Ethiopian government should take adequate measures to protect the Sudanese refugees, prohibit forced returns, and ensure, with international support, adequat…
(2024-10-17). US Immigration Agency Contract with Spyware Company Poses Risk to Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | An ICE agent monitors hundreds of asylum seekers being processed upon entering the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building on June 6, 2023 in New York City. | © 2023 David Dee Delgado/Getty Images…
(2024-10-17). World Bank, IMF are Missing the Mark on Social Security. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Tens of thousands of retirees, unions and organizations mobilize in front of Argentina's National Congress to protest President's Javier Milei's veto of the Pension Mobility Law, Buenos Aires, Argentina, September 11, 2024. | © 2024 Santiago Oroz/SOPA Images/Sipa via AP Photo…
(2024-10-17). Can Iran and Türkiye unite to confront the US? unitedworldint.com The Iranian political scientist says that shouldn't be a question anymore, and proposes Ankara should close down US military bases on its territory. West Asia continues to be subjected to Israeli aggression. Among the countries in the region, Iran is responding the most severely to the aggression. Alongside Iran, Türkiye is another country that has …
(2024-10-17). The Heat: China's Push for Peace. america.cgtn.com 
(2024-10-17). Finding God in a gourd. anabaptistworld.org Drop a few letters, and it's right there: God within Gourd. Gourd. Gourds refer to the fruit of plants in the Cucurbitaceae family. Cucurbits, as they are also called, include edible gourds such as squash, pumpkins, melons and cucumbers, as well as ornamental gourds. Despite a lifetime of growing, decorating, carving and eating gourds every …
(2024-10-17). She Exposed a Prestigious Medical Journal's Silence on the Holocaust. Now She's Asking About Gaza. theintercept.com 
A historian who exposed the New England Journal of Medicine's silence on Nazi atrocities confronted the journal's treatment of Gaza during a Harvard symposium.
(2024-10-17). The Pentagon Wants to Use AI to Create Deepfake Internet Users. theintercept.com 
The United States' secretive Special Operations Command is looking for companies to help create deepfake internet users so convincing that neither humans nor computers will be able to detect they are fake, according to a procurement document reviewed by The Intercept. | The plan, mentioned in a
(2024-10-17). Trump's Big Lie Attorneys Are Back. theintercept.com 
Across battleground states, attorneys who helped former President Donald Trump undermine confidence in the 2020 election results are back at it, filing lawsuits that seed doubt in advance about this year's outcome. | Some of Trump's attorneys from the 2020 election cycle were disbarred, indicted, or otherwise sanctioned for their roles, including Rudy Giuliani, John Eastman, and Sidney Powell. But other lawyers active in Trump's 2020 efforts, including prominent election conspiracy theorist Cleta Mitchell, have popped up in cases in the key states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia. The lawsuits driv…
(2024-10-17). Canadian writer receives Low German honor. anabaptistworld.org Canadian writer Rudy Wiebe is the recipient of the 2024 Arnold Dyck Prize for Lifetime Achievement.
(2024-10-17). Era of European Meddling in Region Over: Iran's FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's foreign minister rapped a meddlesome statement issued against the country at the end of a joint meeting of the heads of state of the European Union and the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC), stressing that the era of European meddling in the region has long been over.
(2024-10-17). Iran Rejects German Chancellor's Claims on Regional Destabilization as 'Hypocritical'. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's claims about Tehran seeking to destabilize the region.
(2024-10-17). Iran Criticizes US, Germany for Complicity in Israeli War Crimes. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson slammed the United States and Germany for being the main defenders of Israel's war crimes and the largest suppliers of weapons.
(2024-10-17). Any Attack on Iran to Be Met with A Painful Response: IRGC Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami warned Israel of a "painful" response if the regime carried out any further aggression against the Islamic Republic.
(2024-10-17). After Sinwar's death, Israel must press ahead with a hostage deal. haaretz.com Even if the chances are slim, Israel would be wise to take advantage of Hamas disarray and Israel's sense of achievement to push ahead with a swift hostage deal…
(2024-10-17). Pro-Israel experts hoping Sinwar's death could lead to hostages' release. haaretz.com 'While I will certainly shed no tears over Yahya Sinwar, I would have preferred to hear the news that the hostages had returned home to their families," the CEO of Americans for Peace Now said…
(2024-10-17). 'There is no way to pick up the pieces before these people come back'. haaretz.com Uri Ravitz notes that his mother views her time in Hamas captivity as an out-of-body experience and struggles to recall many details from that period. 'We were affected in the first circle, but as long as the hostages are there, this entire country is hostage,' he says…
(2024-10-17). What Ta-Nehisi Coates gets wrong — and right — about Israel in 'The Message'. haaretz.com For all its omissions, simplifications and befuddled analogies, Ta-Nehisi Coates' "The Message" is a waypoint on the journey up and out of the mess that is Israel-Palestine. But we are going to need more than just a message…
(2024-10-17). Number one on Israel's hit list: Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader killed by IDF in Gaza. haaretz.com The leader of Hamas was released from Israeli jail in 2011 in a prisoner swap, becoming the country's number one enemy following the October 7 attack. Israel marked his elimination as one of the main goals of its current war in Gaza…
(2024-10-17). Army Confirms It's Exploring Requirements For A New Heavy-Lift Helicopter To Replace Chinook. twz.com 
(2024-10-17). B-2 Spirits Just Sent A Very Ominous Message To Iran. twz.com 
The Pentagon is stating that
(2024-10-17). Fiery Kamala Harris uses combative Fox News interview to claim break from Joe Biden. scmp.com The Democratic White House candidate tackled questions on immigration and said her presidency would not be a continuation of the incumbent's.
(2024-10-17). SATIRE: Kamala Harris Appears On White Noise Podcast In Appeal To Sleepy Voters. theonion.com
(2024-10-17). MURDER: 87 suspects arrested with aid from sniffer dogs. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 87 murder suspects have been apprehended by the police using sniffer dogs in the last three months. Of these, 44 have been formally charged in court after tangible evidence was collected with the assistance of the canine unit. Most of the suspects were involved in aggravated robberies, where …
(2024-10-17). D-DAY: Kenya VP taken ill as Senate pushes for impeachment today. independent.co.ug 
Senators to proceed with DP ouster trial in his absence Nairobi, Kenya | THE STAR KENYA | The Senate on Thursday voted to continue with the impeachment trial of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in his absence. Senators voted in acclamation to object to a procedural motion to adjourn the sittings to Saturday, October 19, 2024 "As …
(2024-10-17). Dr Lukwiya Memorial Lecture to mark climax of scientific conference week. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | This week's the 18th Joint Annual Scientific Health (JASH) conference, the 30th UNACOH conference and the 8th Uganda Medical Association (UMA) Grand Doctors Conference (GDC) plus Annual General Meeting (AGM) will climax on Friday afternoon, with the 22nd Dr Matthew Lukwiya Memorial Lecture. Dr Matthew Lukwiya died during the …
(2024-10-17). Kenya VP Gachagua impeached. independent.co.ug 
Nairobi, Kenya | THE STAR KENYA | The Senate has upheld the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after two days of hearing. He becomes the first deputy president to be impeached in Kenya's history. At least 53 senators have voted to uphold the first charge. The motion of impeachment was tabled by Kibwezi West …
(2024-10-17). Omukama of Bunyoro airlifted to Kiruddu hospital. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPNDENT | The Omukama of Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom Solomon Gafabusa Rukirabasaija Iguru I has been airlifted to Kampala after his health condition deteriorated. The King was airlifted today in a military helicopter at 11 a.m. from Hoima City. Eng. Fred Mugenyi Rucunya, the Okwiri (Chief Prince) of Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom said …
(2024-10-17). Uganda boosts food security through South-South cooperation with China, FAO. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | As the world marks World Food Day on Wednesday, experts in Uganda highlight the country's growing benefits from South-South cooperation with China and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The experts said the partnership is helping Uganda leverage China's agricultural expertise to enhance food production and …
(2024-10-17). Russia Fires At U.S. & Israel Over Gaza Onslaught; 'Only One UNSC Member Stops Us From Ending War…'. hindustantimes.com The Russian envoy to the UN, Vasily Nebenzya, lashed out at US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the ongoing war in Gaza. Attacking the US at the UN Security Council on October 16, Putin's diplomat said, 'Only one UNSC member stops us from ending war in Gaza.' Watch this video for more details.
(2024-10-17). Amid Canada Tensions, Biden Aide Praises Indian Govt Probe Into 'Kill Pannun' Plot | Watch. hindustantimes.com The United States said it's satisfied with the cooperation from India in the investigation of the alleged Pannun assassination plot. The US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said "We appreciate them updating us on their investigation as we update them on ours and the individual who was named in the Justice Department indictment is no longer an employee of the Indian Government." Last year, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) accused an Indian official, identified as CC-1 in court filings, of directing a plot to assassinate a US national who was later identified as Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh P…
(2024-10-17). Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar Death Confirmed By Israeli Officials? Biggest Blow To Gaza Militant Group. hindustantimes.com New Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar is believed to have been killed by Israeli military in an airstrike in Gaza. Israeli security officials have reportedly confirmed the death of Sinwar who became the Hamas chief after the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in July. Sinwar is believed to be among three militants who were targeted in a building in Gaza.
(2024-10-17). Hamas First Reaction On Yahya Sinwar 'Death', Gaza Group Shocks IDF Amid Celebrations? 'Fake News'. hindustantimes.com Hamas reacted to reports about the possible death of Yahya Sinwar in an Israeli strike. Hamas, in its first reaction on Oct 17, issued a statement warning against 'fake news'. However, the statement does not confirm or deny reports that Sinwar has been killed. Watch for more.
(2024-10-17). Hamas Silence Confirms Yahya Sinwar Death? Gaza Group Yet To Comment On Deadly IDF Strike. hindustantimes.com Gaza militant group Hamas is yet to comment on the possible death of its boss Yahya Sinwar in an IDF strike in Gaza. The silence is fuelling speculation that Sinwar was indeed killed by Israel. Israeli security officials have reportedly confirmed the death of Sinwar who became the Hamas chief after the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in July. Sinwar is believed to be among three militants who were targeted in a building in Gaza.
(2024-10-17). Israel Accidentally Killed Yahya Sinwar, Didn't Know Hamas Chief 'Was In Building' Targeted: Report. hindustantimes.com
(2024-10-17). Israel Gets THAAD: Why This U.S. System Is Considered More Lethal Than Israel's Iron Dome & Others. hindustantimes.com As Israel's defense systems struggle to intercept Hezbollah's drones, the U.S. has deployed its advanced THAAD missile defense system to help Israel "defend itself." THAAD is designed to intercept missiles during their final phase, but will it succeed where Israel's Iron Dome and other systems fell short?
(2024-10-17). Where To Find The Best Christmas Markets for 2024. thecanary.co As the countdown to the festive season approaches, and the days become darker and colder, the allure of a good Christmas market starts to enter the mind. Across the UK and Europe, cities are getting ready to draw visitors from all over the world into a magical world of seasonal cheer that will quickly get […] | By
(2024-10-17). Lionel Messi recibe el premio al futbolista con más títulos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC).- El medio español Marca le entregó al astro Lionel Messi el galardón "América Ward, homenaje a Leo", al convertirse en el futbolista con más títulos en un acto que se llevó a cabo en el Chase Stadium, estadio del Inter Miami.
(2024-10-17). Marchan preparativos de foro internacional de comunicación. radiohc.cu La Habana, 16 oct (RHC) La fase preparatoria del XI Encuentro Internacional de Investigadores y Estudiosos de la Información y la Comunicación, ICOM 2024, que se desarrollará del 3 al 6 de diciembre en esta capital, marcha según el programa proyectado hasta hoy, aseguran sus organizadores.
(2024-10-17). Primer ministro expone causas de emergencia energética en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El primer ministro de Cuba, Manuel Marrero Cruz intervino este jueves en cadena nacional de radio y televisión para exponer las causas de la emergencia energética que afecta al país.
(2024-10-17). Primer ministro preside Consejo de Gobierno en Guantánamo. radiohc.cu Guantánamo, 17 octubre (RHC) Manuel Marrero Cruz, miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y Primer Ministro de la República, preside este jueves en la ciudad de Bayamo el Consejo de Gobierno Extraordinario, el primero que se realiza en el país, con el fin de evaluar la implementación de las proyecciones para corregir distorsiones y reimpulsar la economía durante el 2024.
(2024-10-17). Comenzaron preparación operadores de nuevos parques solares de Cuba. radiohc.cu Cienfuegos, 17 oct (RHC) Los operadores de los nuevos parques solares fotovoltaicos que se instalan en Cuba comenzaron su preparación en el Centro Nacional de Certificación Industrial (CNCI) Julio César Castro Palomino, ubicado en la provincia de Cienfuegos.
(2024-10-17). Consideran bloqueo de EEUU un lastre para avance de la mujer en Cuba (+Video). radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) La vice primera ministra Inés María Chapman aseguró este jueves que el bloqueo gubernamental de Estados Unidos a la isla es el principal obstáculo para el crecimiento económico y social de las cubanas.
(2024-10-17). Vicepresidente cubano recibió al director general del Servicio Federal de Alguaciles de Rusia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El integrante del Buró Político y vicepresidente de la República de Cuba, Salvador Valdés Mesa, recibio este jueves al director general del Servicio Federal de Alguaciles de Rusia, coronel general Dimitry Aristov, quien encabeza una delegación de alto nivel que cumple con una agenda de trabajo en la Isla…
(2024-10-17). Acto De Solidaridad Con Palestina Y El Líbano En Caracas. worldbeyondwar.org 
Por: Capítulo Venezuela, World BEYOND War, 17 de Octubre de 2024. | En el marco de las iniciativas mundiales convocadas en solidaridad con Palestina y el Líbano, frente a las atroces acciones realizadas por el Estado Sionista y Genocida de Israel, el capítulo de WBW participó en un evento en la alcaldía municipal de la ciudad de Caracas el pasado viernes 11 de Octubre. | Durante la actividad varios oradores presentaron sus palabras de condena a las repudiables acciones genocidas y etnocidas de Israel, que ha aplicado de forma continuada contra el pueblo Palestino. Varios miembros del capítulo se hicieron prese…
(2024-10-17). Vinculan con Venezuela a organismos de inteligencia de España y EEUU. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El vicepresidente Sectorial de Política, Seguridad Ciudadana y Paz de Venezuela, Diosdado Cabello, vinculó este jueves a organismos de inteligencia de España y Estados Unidos con las acciones terroristas y planes desestabilizadores en su país.
(2024-10-17). Gobierno de EE.UU. revela su papel en asesinato del líder de Hamás. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El presidente de EE.UU., Joseph Biden se pronunció en Washington sobre el asesinato, este jueves, del líder del movimiento palestino Hamás, Yahya Sinwar, perpetrado por las tropas israelíes en un ataque contra la Franja de Gaza.
(2024-10-17). Estudiantes de la Universidad Médica de Villa Clara ingresan a la FEU y al Destacamento Carlos J. Finlay (+Fotos). radiohc.cu Santa Clara, 17 oct (RHC) Guiados por el compromiso con su carrera, los estudiantes de primer año de la Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de la central provincia de Villa Clara ingresaron este jueves al destacamento Carlos J. Finlay de esta alma máter y a su vez, se incorporaron a a la Federación Estudiantil Universitaria (FEU).
(2024-10-17). Autoridades de Cuba reconocen a turoperadores de las Republicas Checa y de Eslovaquia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El Ministerio de Turismo de Cuba (Mintur) y Havanatur, resaltaron a las Asociaciones de operadores de las Republicas Checa y de Eslovaquia, así como a Orbis Tours promotora de los intercambios bilaterales entre estas naciones.
(2024-10-17). Jefe de Gobierno informa esta noche sobre situación energética en Cuba (+Video). radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El primer ministro de Cuba, Manuel Marrero Cruz y directivos del Ministerio de Energía y Minas comparecen este jueves, en cadena de radio y televisión para informar a nuestro pueblo sobre la difícil situación energética del país en estos momentos.
(2024-10-17). Foro Empresarial Venezuela-Cuba fortalece relaciones entre ambos países (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) Un Foro Empresarial entre Cuba y Venezuela realizado este jueves en Caracas reveló las oportunidades de ampliar los negocios y servicios para el sector público y privado de la nación suramericana con la isla.
(2024-10-17). Primer ministro encabeza Consejo de Gobierno en Santiago de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 17 oct (RHC) El primer ministro de la República, Manuel Marrero Cruz encabeza este jueves el Consejo Provincial Extraordinario de Santiago de Cuba, donde se analiza la implementación de las acciones para corregir distorsiones y reimpulsar la economía en el 2024.
(2024-10-17). Inició en Bayamo XXX Fiesta de la Cubanía (+Fotos y Audio). radiohc.cu Con la entrada a la Plaza de la Revolución de la ciudad cubana de Bayamo, del expediente universitario de Perucho Figueredo, creador del himno nacional de la Mayor de las Antillas, inició hoy la XXX edición de la Fiesta de la Cubanía.
(2024-10-17). Trabajadores argentinos demandan fin de bloqueo de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu Buenos Aires, 17 oct (RHC) La Central de Trabajadores de Argentina-Autónoma (CTA-A) demandó este jueves el fin del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por Estados Unidos a Cuba desde hace más de seis décadas, el cual calificó de crimen de lesa humanidad.