(2024-10-28). 'Children torn apart' as Israel attacks Gaza school sheltering Palestinians. aljazeera.com Residents report a plane destroying the UN building, which collapsed on top of people, calling the raid a 'massacre'.
(2024-10-28). Uneasy equilibrium after Israel strikes Iran. electronicintifada.net Tehran and Tel Aviv both claim tactical success over limited attack.
(2024-10-28). UN humanitarian chief warns "entire population of North Gaza is at risk of dying" wsws.org The Israeli onslaught on Northern Gaza, aimed at completely emptying the region of its people has entered its fourth week.
(2024-10-28). Crippling UNRWA: The Knesset's Collective Punishment of Palestinians. counterpunch.org 
The man has a cheek. Having lectured Iranians and Lebanese about what (and who) is good for them in terms of rulers and rule (we already know what he thinks of the Palestinians), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been keeping busy on further depriving access and assistance to those in Gaza and the West Bank. This
(2024-10-28). 'You cannot be neutral in a genocide', Greta Thunberg joins pro-Palestine rally in Milan. presstv.ir Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg participated in a pro-Palestinian rally in Milan to show solidarity with Palestinians.
(2024-10-28). Araghchi tells UK FM: Stop Israel support; Iran won't hesitate to defend territorial integrity. presstv.ir Iran asserts that it will not hesitate to exercise its inherent and legal right to defend its territorial integrity and national sovereignty against potential acts of aggression.
(2024-10-28). BRICS Adds 13 New 'Partner Countries' At Historic Summit In Kazan, Russia. popularresistance.org The Global South-led organization BRICS is growing. More and more countries support the group's mission: to build a multipolar world, with alternative economic institutions that are more representative and democratic, not dominated by the Western powers. | BRICS held a summit in Kazan, Russia in October 2024, where 13 new "partner nations" were accepted. | At this historic meeting, China's President Xi Jinping referred to BRICS as "a vanguard for advancing global governance reform" and "reform of the international financial architecture". | Bolivia's left-wing President Luis Arce argued that "the shield of BRICS…
(2024-10-28). BRICS Grain Exchange Would Depoliticize Global Cereal Market. popularresistance.org Russia proposed creating a BRICS grain exchange that would serve as a new trading platform for the world's largest producers and consumers of food grains. The measure could help depoliticize global markets and eliminate intermediaries in the form of Western exchanges, according to experts consulted by Sputnik. | The dominance of the United States in the world economy did not start with the dollar. After the Second World War, the US became the leading supplier of wheat and corn. As a result, the entire modern infrastructure of the global grain market has been shaped by Washington. Thus, the benchmarks are made by…
(2024-10-28). Gulf States in BRICS: Saudi caution and Emirati decisiveness. uwidata.com By Islam Farag, Cairo / Egypt Last week, the 16th BRICS Summit was held in Kazan, Russia, with the participation of five new members: Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Iran, and Ethiopia. Among the five new members, there are two Gulf states, but their approaches to the organization are different. The leaders of the new …
(2024-10-28). China Weekly (Oct. 19-25). ecns.cn The 16th BRICS Summit was held from Tuesday to Thursday in Russia's Kazan. The People's Bank of China has conducted its first operation of the Securities, Funds and Insurance Companies Swap Facility (SFISF), with a scale of 50 billion yuan ($7.04 billion).
(2024-10-28). Beijing hosts the Soul of Russia special exhibition as part of the ongoing China-Russia Years of Culture. tvbrics.com 
(2024-10-28). As Brics leads Global South in open engagement, US has much to learn. scmp.com As US-China rivalry hinders our ability to deal with crises, Brics is using open engagement to help create a more equitable international order.
(2024-10-28). Gulf States in BRICS: Saudi caution and Emirati decisiveness. unitedworldint.com On the two countries' very differing approaches. By Islam Farag, Cairo / Egypt Last week, the 16th BRICS Summit was held in Kazan, Russia, with the participation of five new members: Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Iran, and Ethiopia. Among the five new members, there are two Gulf states, but their approaches to the organization …
(2024-10-28). Market Sways: Oil Dip Eases Tensions Ahead of U.S. Elections. devdiscourse.com Equities in many developing markets saw gains on Monday, buoyed by a drop in crude oil prices amid a temporary easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The decline in crude futures by over 5% followed Israel's moderated response to a missile attack from Iran, which notably avoided targeting oil and nuclear facilities, easing concerns of potential disruptions to energy supplies — a lifeline for developing economies.
(2024-10-28). NJ Anti-Genocide Voter Guide VoteforPeace.info. fightbackbetter.com 
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(2024-10-28). An International Civil Society Movement For Palestine Is Needed. popularresistance.org Let us be clear. | Gaza was a crime, even before Israel's current genocidal war. One of the world's most densely populated spaces served for years as what was essentially the world's largest open air prison. If not a crime, it was certainly a violation of international law and an affront to human dignity and decency. | However, the recent horrifying events perpetrated there seem to have awakened the world's conscience. Tragically, despite widespread international demonstrations and condemnation no ceasefire has been achieved and Gaza's humanitarian crisis continues. Those who are not killed by Israel's relentless…
(2024-10-28). Iran Calls For Urgent UNSC Meeting Following Israeli Attack. popularresistance.org Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called on the UN on 27 October to convene an urgent Security Council meeting in response to Israel's recent missile and drone attack on the Islamic Republic while affirming Iran's right to retaliate. | Araghchi issued a letter to the UN Secretary-General stating that the "Islamic Republic of Iran calls on the President of the Security Council to convene an urgent meeting to address these serious violations and illegal actions, ensuring that this regime is held accountable for its actions." | "While Iran's air defense system intercepted most of the missiles, four Iranian arm…
(2024-10-28). University Of Minnesota SDS Statement Of Halimy Hall Occupation. popularresistance.org Shortly after President Cunningham started working at our university, she and the Board of Regents held an emergency meeting, a week before students returned to campus, where they passed a policy of neutrality for the UMN endowment. Regent Jamie Meyron introduced the institutional neutrality policy declaring the University's endowment funds "politically neutral", effectively making it impossible for students to campaign for the University to divest from certain companies. In this same meeting, they resurrected restrictive protest policies, including banning unpermitted protests of more than 100 people and the use…
(2024-10-28). NDN Collective Responds To President Biden's Planned Apology. popularresistance.org While Biden's apology is significant because it marks the first time the federal government has formally acknowledged their role in the generations of harm caused by abusive and deadly mandatory residential schools, the president's words ring hollow without action. | The pain caused by residential schools is immeasurable — all Indigenous Peoples of the U.S. and Canada are survivors of that brutal system, as it was used to collectively strip us of our languages, cultures, strong family structures, and community wellbeing. We all continue to navigate the residual impacts of such an aggressive assault on our N…
(2024-10-28). Microsoft Fires Employees Over Gaza Vigil; Tech Giants Face Scrutiny. popularresistance.org Microsoft recently fired two employees who organized a vigil at its headquarters in Redmond, Washington, to remember Palestinians killed amid Israel's ongoing genocide on Gaza, the Associated Press reported. | According to the employees, they were dismissed over the phone late on Thursday, following a lunchtime gathering they had planned on the company campus. | AP reported that "both workers were members of a coalition of employees called 'No Azure for Apartheid' that has opposed Microsoft's sale of its cloud-computing technology to the Israeli government." | Tuesday's event, however, was reportedly similar to o…
(2024-10-28). University Of Pennsylvania Police Raid Pro-Palestine Students' Home. popularresistance.org On Friday, October 18 at 6 am, 12 Penn Police officers and one Philadelphia Police officer raided the home of pro-Palestine Penn students organizers. After threatening to break down the door with a battering ram and pointing a gun at their neighbor, they stormed the house in full tactical gear. The police banged on each door as students were sleeping, pointing rifles and handguns at their heads as they exited their rooms with their hands raised. Officers refused to show a warrant to residents of the house, and refused to provide their names and badge numbers. While the students were corralled by police in a room,…
(2024-10-28). Evo Morales Survives Armed Attack In Cochabamba. popularresistance.org Former Bolivian president Evo Morales reported that he survived an armed attack and an alleged attempt at capture early this morning while traveling on the road connecting Villa Tunari with Shinahota, in the Cochabamba Tropics, an area considered his main political stronghold. | The attack comes amid a growing internal crisis in the Movement for Socialism (MAS), the party founded by Morales, which is currently facing divisions and power disputes among its various factions. | "The first vehicle was hit by at least four shots. In this situation, Evo Morales changed vehicle hastily, it was hit by 14 shots. In that l…
(2024-10-28). British Commonwealth summit dominated by tensions over climate crisis and war preparations against China. wsws.org Britain, Australia and New Zealand used the meeting in Samoa to promote the further militarisation of the Pacific against China; meanwhile the imperialist powers dismissed demands for meaningful action on climate change.
(2024-10-28). Workers speak out on war, genocide and the social crisis at Queensland polling booth. wsws.org "They start wars all over the world and then blame everybody else for the problems they cause, whether it's inflation, high prices on food, high import taxes and everything else that goes with it."
(2024-10-28). Oppose the pro-genocide purge on US college campuses! wsws.org The central involvement of the Democratic Party in the persecution of opposition to genocide demonstrates that their claim to be protecting "democracy" is a cynical fraud.
(2024-10-28). German government to discontinue wastewater monitoring for COVID-19. wsws.org Especially since the abolition of mandatory personal testing and all other coronavirus protection measures, wastewater monitoring is one of the most informative tools for determining the status of the pandemic.
(2024-10-28). Washington Post owner Bezos blocks endorsement of Harris. wsws.org William Lewis, publisher and CEO of the Washington Post, announced on Friday that the paper, owned by the billionaire founder of Amazon Jeff Bezos, would not make an endorsement for US president in the 2024 elections.
(2024-10-28). North Korean troops deployed to Russia, as US/NATO ramps up Ukraine war. wsws.org The condemnation of North Korean troops in Russia is entirely hypocritical given that US/NATO, in its war against Moscow, has supplied Ukraine with billions of dollars of increasingly sophisticated military hardware along with training and intelligence.
(2024-10-28). Boeing Workers Rank-and-File Committee hosts public meeting to discuss international strategy to win strike. wsws.org The meeting was attended by autoworkers, railroaders, postal workers, nurses and bus drivers from Australia, Canada, Germany, Britain and Brazil, as well as numerous workers and youth in the United States.
(2024-10-28). Australian Labor's defeat in Queensland election underscores historic political crisis. wsws.org The result calls into the question the survival of the federal Labor government of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and indicates the deepening instability of the whole political establishment.
(2024-10-28). An interview with Zaya and Maurizio Benazzo, co-directors of Where Olive Trees Weep, filmed on the occupied West Bank: "You cannot imagine the extent of the injustice" wsws.org The documentary's objectivity lies in the fact that it presents historical and social truth.
(2024-10-28). Gold price surging to new record highs calling into question role of the dollar. wsws.org Dollar supremacy is a decisive issue for the entire political establishment of US imperialism as it seeks to maintain its global hegemony through an ever-expanding war front.
(2024-10-28). Sumar official Iñigo Errejón resigns amid nationwide #MeToo witch-hunt in Spain. wsws.org Notwithstanding WSWS' well-documented differences with Errejón and Podemos, it unequivocally condemns this baseless and reactionary witch-hunt against him.
(2024-10-28). Growing opposition among US postal workers to sellout contract. wsws.org The deal with the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) includes a provocative 1.3 percent annual wage increase, substandard cost-of-living adjustments and no additional safety or job productions.
(2024-10-28). Over 75 infected and 1 killed so far by McDonald's E. coli outbreak. wsws.org McDonald's restaurant recently removed the Quarter Pounder sandwich off their menu at various locations across the country due to infection with the deadly E. coli bacteria found in raw onions. At least 75 people have been sickened, 22 hospitalized, and one has died.
(2024-10-28). This week in history: October 28-November 3. wsws.org This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago and 100 years ago.
(2024-10-28). Book review of 'The Political Writings of Bhagat Singh'. mronline.org 
(2024-10-28). Celebrating the 70th anniversary of 'Salt of the Earth'. mronline.org The Film was one of the most pro-union movies in American history.
(2024-10-28). Guide to Climate Action in Your Local Community. counterpunch.org 
If you want to have a voice in how policy decisions are made and resources are distributed in your local community, the data you collect will be critical. Generally, before they commit to spending tax dollars on a new program or policy, local government agencies want to understand the scope and scale of the problem
(2024-10-28). Tales From the Sargasso Sea. counterpunch.org 
When we step into the music… creation can sing free. — Murray Kyle Growing up in Athens, Greece I remember vividly the fascination my high school classmates and I shared about "the Bermuda Triangle." In hushed tones, we spoke about this mysterious remote region where ships and airplanes—if they made the grave error of wandering
(2024-10-28). Vietnam Chemical Warfare's Secret Toxic Legacies: Agent Blue. counterpunch.org 
(2024-10-28). Western Distortions of the Palestinian Struggle. counterpunch.org 
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 policy and western mainstream media. The United States and Israel
(2024-10-28). Reality and Mainstream Media Reporting. counterpunch.org 
(2024-10-28). The Latest Absurdities From the Columnists of the New York Times. counterpunch.org 
(2024-10-28). Nobody Owns CounterPunch. counterpunch.org
(2024-10-28). Is This Any Way to Stop Fascism? counterpunch.org 
If Vice President Kamala Harris was hoping the New York Times' interview with John Kelly, Trump's former Chief of Staff and retired Marine Corps General, would be the "October surprise" that would shift prospective voters against Trump, it has not played out that way, so far. Published on October 22, Kelly's interview is a shocking read. Trump, according to
(2024-10-28). Lessons of the Peloponnesian War. counterpunch.org 
The Peloponnesian War by Thucydides is an awesome story about the ancient Greeks. But the story is more than a war report. It opens the doors into the nature of the Greeks, their culture, their greatness, and fatal weakness — their conviction each was better than the rest, each polis (city-state) thinking itself the Olympic
(2024-10-28). Statement on Women Building Peace in a Changing Environment, UN Security Council Open Debate. icrc.org Delivered by Ms. Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation in New York, 25 October 2024…
(2024-10-28). Olympus CEO resigns over alleged purchase of illegal drugs. aljazeera.com CEO Stefan Kaufmann was asked to resign following internal inquiry, Japanese firm says.
(2024-10-28). Modi, Spain's Sanchez launch India's first private military aircraft plant. aljazeera.com The Tata Aircraft Complex will produce Airbus C-295 transport military aircraft in collaboration with Airbus Spain.
(2024-10-28). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 976. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 976th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-10-28). South Africa's legal team says 'intent is clear' in Israel's Gaza genocide. aljazeera.com Monday is the ICJ's deadline for South Africa to prove, on paper, that Israel is guilty of genocide in Gaza.
(2024-10-28). Uruguay headed for run-off vote in presidential race, forecasts suggest. aljazeera.com Leftist history teacher and centre-right veterinarian set for run-off vote next month, according to pollsters.
(2024-10-28). US election: 8 days left — What polls say, what Harris and Trump are up to. aljazeera.com Trump is expected head to Georgia while Harris will try to energise voters in Michigan.
(2024-10-28). Why could a silent asthma epidemic be sweeping Africa? aljazeera.com Millions of adolescents in Africa could be living unknowingly with asthma as cases go undiagnosed, researchers find.
(2024-10-28). Ferrari's Sainz wins Mexico F1; Norris closes gap on penalised Verstappen. aljazeera.com Verstappen's two clashes with Norris cost him two points, closing the drivers' gap with four races to go in the season.
(2024-10-28). Gary Kirsten resigns as Pakistan's white-ball cricket coach amid power rift. aljazeera.com Kirsten leaves after six months into his role as the men's ODI and T20 coach amid growing disagreements with the PCB.
(2024-10-28). The Ballot Box or Popular Power: Which Way Forward? itsgoingdown.org Analysis from the Black Rose Anarchist Federation about the terrain in the US surrounding the upcoming election. This article by Black Rose / Rosa Negra members Frank Ascaso and Patrick Berkman takes stock of the present conjuncture around the 2024 presidential election. The "choice" before us, is no choice at all: between a program of…
(2024-10-28). Survival in the Sunshine State: Mobilizing in the Wake of Helene and Milton. itsgoingdown.org 
Report from Mutual Aid Disaster Relief (MADR) on mutual aid organizing in Florida following recent hurricanes. On September 24th, category 4 Hurricane Helene began gouging its destructive path across the southeast causing flooding along the gulf coast of Florida even before slamming at landfall into the Big Bend area and continuing in a devastating route…
(2024-10-28). Three Way Fight Analysis of Trump and the 2024 Election. itsgoingdown.org An analysis from Three Way Fight on the state of the MAGA movement in 2024 and how it has changed since the 2016 election cycle. By Matthew N. Lyons In 2020 I described the US presidential race between Joe Biden and Donald Trump as a choice not between a lesser evil and a greater evil,…
(2024-10-28). 'Israel miscalculation': IRGC warns Tel Aviv of 'unimaginable' consequences after attack. presstv.ir The chief commander of the IRGC says the country's air defenses have thwarted the "ominous" goals of the Israeli regime.
(2024-10-28). Israeli strikes kill 21 people in southern Lebanon. presstv.ir Israeli strikes have killed at least 21 people across southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese health ministry.
(2024-10-28). US will 'pay price' for opening Iraqi airspace for Israeli attack on Iran: Kata'ib. presstv.ir Kata'ib Hezbollah, the Iraqi anti-terror resistance group, says the US must pay the price for opening the Iraqi airspace for the Israeli assault on Iranian military installations.
(2024-10-28). X suspends Ayatollah Khamenei's Hebrew-language account. presstv.ir The social media platform X suspends the Hebrew-language account of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
(2024-10-28). 5 Israeli troops killed by Hezbollah in south Lebanon. presstv.ir Five Israeli five soldiers have been killed by the Islamic resistance movement Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
(2024-10-28). North Korea blows up roads connecting it to the South. presstv.ir North Korean soldiers have blown up sections of the deeply symbolic roads connecting it to the South.
(2024-10-28). Smoke rises over Sudan's capital as fighting rages on. presstv.ir Smoke billows from Khartoum as the Sudanese army targets Rapid Support Forces in the capital.
(2024-10-28). Russian, Chinese warships conduct joint drills in Pacific Ocean. presstv.ir Russian and Chinese warships have carried out anti-submarine firing exercises in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.
(2024-10-28). The world is still silent, say Britons on anniversary of Gaza war. presstv.ir Britons marked one year since Israel's bombardment in response to the October 7 attacks by Hamas.
(2024-10-28). Thousands march in Cape Town to support Palestinians ahead of Gaza war anniversary. presstv.ir Thousands of South Africans marched in Cape Town to show solidarity with Palestinians.
(2024-10-28). U23 World Wrestling Championships: Iran wins freestyle team title for first time. presstv.ir Iran has won freestyle team title for the first time in under-23 World Wrestling Championships.
(2024-10-28). Filipino Artists Raise Emergency Funds for Typhoon-Affected Communities. pressenza.com Bicol Region, Philippines—In the wake of the devastating Typhoon Kristine, which has left thousands displaced and critical infrastructure severely damaged, the Kurit-Lagting Art Collective and the Bicol Chapter of Concerned Artists of the Philippines (CAP Bicol) have launched an urgent fundraiser to support affected communities in the Bicol region. | Initial donations have already been turned over to the local community kitchen in Bulan, Sorsogon where hot meals were provided to displaced families and artist-members affected by the storm. However, with basic needs such as food, clean water, shelter, and m…
(2024-10-28). Global Peace Advocates Alfsen, Volta and Santillan Inspire at Baguio Central University's 3rd World March for Peace. pressenza.com 
(2024-10-28). Kapangan Celebrates Teachers' Day: Honoring Educators and Cultural Heritage. pressenza.com 
by Jonie W. Leung | Kapangan, Benguet — On September 20 th , 2024, the municipality of Kapangan came alive with the vibrant spirit of Teachers' Day. The day, declared a special non-class day by Executive Order No. 33, was a heartfelt tribute to the educators who shapes the community's future. Under the theme "Empowering Educator: Strengthening Resilience, Building Sustainability," the celebration highlighted the importance of teacher well-being and cultural preservation. Photo by LGU-Kapangan. Service awardees receiving their certificates of recognition. Photo by LGU-Kapangan. Students warmly offer flowers…
(2024-10-28). How Russia erased a Ukrainian city: 'wiped off the face of the Earth'. scmp.com Russia's relentless assault on Vovchansk has dwarfed that of Bakhmut, observers say.
(2024-10-28). Russian forces thwart attempted cross-border assault from Ukraine, official says. scmp.com 'Armed group' sought to breach the border between Ukraine and Russia's Bryansk region, governor says.
(2024-10-28). Power Outages Loom as Ukrainian Grid Targeted by Russian Strikes. devdiscourse.com Ukrainian energy infrastructure suffers significant damage as Russian air strikes target parts of the northeastern Sumy and central Poltava regions, officials reported on Monday.
(2024-10-28). Kharkiv Under Siege: Night of Bombardments in Northeastern Ukraine. devdiscourse.com Overnight, Kharkiv faced intense air attacks, leaving several injured, Ukrainian military officials reported on Monday.
(2024-10-28). New species of tube-nosed bat discovered on China's Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. ecns.cn A new species of tube-nosed bat, named Murina yushuensis, was discovered in Yushu City, northwest China's Qinghai Province, according to Shan Shui Conservation Center (SSCC).
(2024-10-28). China has confidence to achieve about 5% GDP growth in 2024. ecns.cn China has the confidence to achieve about 5-percent annual GDP growth target, and the country will step up counter-cyclical adjustments in fiscal policy in addition to monetary policy stimulus.
(2024-10-28). HK delegation to visit Saudi Arabia to deepen cooperation in finance, innovation. ecns.cn HKSAR's Financial Secretary Paul Chan will lead a delegation from the financial, innovation and technology sectors to Saudi Arabia on Monday.
(2024-10-28). China's central bank unveils new monetary policy tool. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China announced on Monday that it will initiate its outright open market reverse repo facility, with open market operations scheduled once a month and tenors of less than one year. The facility starts on Monday.
(2024-10-28). Xi chairs CPC leadership meeting to review disciplinary inspection report. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee held a meeting on Monday to review a report on the third round of disciplinary inspection launched by the 20th CPC Central Committee.
(2024-10-28). Finnish president arrives in Beijing for state visit. ecns.cn Finnish President Alexander Stubb arrived in Beijing on Monday for a four-day state visit to China.
(2024-10-28). Scientists use biomass to make ethylene glycol. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have recently launched trial production of bio-ethylene glycol from straw sugar, creating a more eco-friendly way to make as much as 1,000 metric tons a year of the industrial compound, experts said.
(2024-10-28). 2024 outlook for the top 10 AI frontier technology trends unveiled. ecns.cn The 2024 outlook for the top 10 AI frontier technology trends was unveiled last week at the World Science and Technology Development Forum in Beijing.
(2024-10-28). New air routes set to open for start of winter-spring season. ecns.cn China's civil aviation industry is preparing for a busy winter-spring season — running from Oct 29 to March 29 — with increased international flights expected.
(2024-10-28). More grads returning to hometowns to find work. ecns.cn An increasing number of Chinese college graduates are opting to return to their hometowns for employment, driven by government policies and a shift in attitudes toward job opportunities in rural and smaller urban areas.
(2024-10-28). Nation's seniors show strong sense of wanderlust. ecns.cn China's seniors have exhibited a growing willingness to travel this year and are expected to be prominent consumers during the current tourist offseason as they strive to get more bang for their buck from their trips"…
(2024-10-28). Scenery of snow-covered Tanggula mountains in Xizang. ecns.cn The Tanggula Mountains are 1,400 kilometers long, 80 kilometers wide on average, with an average elevation of 5,000to 6,000 meters. The highest peak stands at 7,111 meters above sea level.
(2024-10-28). Sahara desert flooded due to heavy rain. ecns.cn Torrential rains have triggered floods in southern parts of Morocco, killing at least 18 people.
(2024-10-28). Autumn drying season for bamboo shoot in Guangxi. ecns.cn Villagers are busy with drying bamboo shoots in Tianlin County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Oct. 25, 2024.
(2024-10-28). Souvenirs for 9th Asian Winter Games on sales to mark 100-day countdown in Harbin. ecns.cn The 9th Asian Winter Games is scheduled to hold from Feb. 7 to 14, 2025 in Harbin.
(2024-10-28). New large cruise ship Adora Flora City unveiled in Guangzhou. ecns.cn Adora Cruises, a flagship enterprise in China's cruise sector, unveiled the name of its second China-built large cruise ship as the "Adora Flora City" in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, on Friday.
(2024-10-28). China-Central Asia forum ends with $1.57 billion in deals. ecns.cn The forum resulted in the signing of 35 cooperation projects, with a total value of 11.2 billion yuan ($1.57 billion), according to the China News Agency.
(2024-10-28). China set to launch Shenzhou-19 crewed mission soon. ecns.cn Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China's Gansu Province organized over the weekend the whole-process exercise for the upcoming Shenzhou-19 manned spaceflight mission to China Space Station.
(2024-10-28). China, Central Asia seek more cooperation. ecns.cn China and Central Asian countries signed 35 cooperation agreements involving trade, agriculture and sister cities worth 11.2 billion yuan ($1.6 billion) at the 11th China-Central Asia Cooperation Forum.
(2024-10-28). Xi urges efforts to bolster work in civil affairs. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has called for enhancing inclusive and fundamental livelihood initiatives, as China prioritizes addressing pressing public concerns as part of a broader effort to advance the high-quality development of civil affairs work.
(2024-10-28). Xi congratulates Taneti Maamau on re-election as Kiribati's president. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday sent a congratulatory message to Taneti Maamau on his re-election as Kiribati's president.
(2024-10-28). U.S. plan for arms sales to Taiwan condemned. ecns.cn China has urged the United States to stop arming the Taiwan region and undermining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, vowing to take resolute measures to safeguard national sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
(2024-10-28). AI creates more jobs but with higher entry threshold. ecns.cn Chinese internet companies are busy scouting for talent that can take them to the forefront of this transformational technology. The domestic job market is in the process of adapting to this new environment, which in turn is raising the eligibility threshold for job seekers.
(2024-10-28). LA Times 'refuses to endorse Kamala Harris over Gaza war'. newarab.com 
The daughter of the owner of the Los Angeles Times said that the newspaper's cancellation of its planned endorsement of Patrick Soon-Shiong, the newspaper's owner, vetoed the planned endorsement, informing board members through an intermediary that the LA Times would not make a recommendation in the presidential race. | According to the New York Times, following the decision, thousands of readers cancel…
(2024-10-28). Angry relatives of Hamas attack victims scream at Netanyahu. newarab.com 
(2024-10-28). Desperate West Bank workers risk lives for jobs in Israel. newarab.com 
Amid dire economic circumstances, West Bank Palestinians who have seen their economy crushed by war are smuggling themselves across heavily armed checkpoints, just to work illegally in Israel. | At the start of A tiny fraction of them have since r…
(2024-10-28). Gazan women suffer in silence this Breast Cancer Awareness Month. newarab.com 
Nisreen's life has been turned upside down since being told by doctors that she only has around two years to live after being diagnosed with stage four breast cancer just a couple of months before Israel's war on Gaza began — the brutal war exacerbating her tragedy. | 
Ibtissem Mahtout and Amira Messous pick fresh strawberries and tomatoes on the eco-friendly smallholding the two women are working near Algiers, a pioneering initiative in Algeria's male-dominated agricultural sector. | After graduating from university four years ago, they left the capital and started working on the small patch of land in Douaouda, some 30 kilometres (18 miles) to the west. | "As soon as I'm in the field I'm happy," said 28-year-old Amira holding a bundle of fresh beetroot. | "From morning to night, we're here. To me, it's the most beautiful job in the world." | The plant ecology and biodivers…
(2024-10-28). Egypt: 125 people on trial for joining Sinai militant group. newarab.com 
Over half of those in the case are women, The New Arab's Arabic language sister publication, Al-Araby Al-Jadeed reported. | The prosecution charged them with "joining a terrorist group, the Sinai Province, which is affiliated with IS and providing logistical support to the group knowing their purposes…
(2024-10-28). Egypt proposes two-day Gaza truce in hope of full ceasefire. newarab.com 
Egyptian President The proposal includes exchanging four Israeli hostages held in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, and would be followed by more negotiations within 10 days, Sisi said at a news conference in Cairo. | He did no…
(2024-10-28). Herve Renard back in charge of Saudi Arabia after Mancini exit. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia have reappointed Frenchman The 56-year-old, who was in charge of
(2024-10-28). Iran FM says 'received indications' before Israeli attack. newarab.com 
(2024-10-28). Israel strikes kill dozens in Lebanon's Sidon, al-Shati in Gaza. newarab.com 
This live-blog on Israel's wars on Gaza and Lebanon has now closed. Thanks for following! | Nine people were killed by an Israeli strike in the coastal city of The strike hit a densely-populated area in a Sidon suburb that saw an influx of families displaced from areas further south. | It was the first strike there since the Israel's aggression and subsequent invasion escalated last month. | "The Israeli enemy's raid on Haret Saida resulted in a… toll of eight kil…
(2024-10-28). Israeli strikes kill at least 65 in Gaza's Beit Lahia, Jabalia. newarab.com 
Residential buildings in the area came tumbling down in the overnight strikes, with dozens missing. | At least 80 others were wounded in the strikes, with their condition unknown. | According to various reports, residents…
(2024-10-28). At least 1 dead, 37 Israelis injured in Tel Aviv ramming attack. newarab.com 
At least one person was killed and at least 37 other The person that was killed succumbed to his injuries after being taken to a nearby hospital. | Israel's ambulance service, Magen David Adom, said that at least 15 people were in critical condition. | The truck ramming happened on Ahron Yariv Boulevard in…
(2024-10-28). Migrant dies attempting to cross English Channel from France. newarab.com 
A migrant died on Sunday in an attempt to cross the The man, an Indian citizen, had set off from the beach of Tardinghen in the "The vessel, which was in very poor condition, deflated immediately after leaving the beach" at around 5: 30 am (0430 GMT) the local pr…
(2024-10-28). Nine killed, 38 wounded near Lebanon's Sidon by Israeli strikes. newarab.com 
Lebanon's health ministry said nine people were killed and 38 others wounded on Sunday in an Israeli strike near The strike hit a densely-populated area in a It was the first strike there since Israel began intensifying its aggression on Lebanon in late…
(2024-10-28). Nine Palestinians killed in Gaza shelter, including journalists. newarab.com 
The Gaza civil defence agency said Israel struck a UN-affiliated school building The strike killed nine people and wounded several others at Asma school in Gaza City's Al-Shati refugee camp, the civil defence agency said, as rescuers were searching for more victims under the rubble. | The agency said six bodies had already been identified, including one of a girl. | Gaza's Government Media Office said the killed report…
(2024-10-28). Satellite photos show damage to 2 Iran bases from Israel strike. newarab.com 
(2024-10-28). Saudi Arabia opens resort island at controversial NEOM mega-city. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia's planned futuristic mega-city known as The opening of the island, known as Sindalah, comes amid persistent doubts about NEOM's viability and ahead of a major investor forum sometimes referred to as "Davos in the Desert" which will begin in Riyadh on Tuesday. | "NE…
(2024-10-28). Saudi Arabia starts work on huge gold 'Kaaba' style structure. newarab.com 
The 50 billion dollar project is set to be 400 metres tall, 400 metres long, and 400 metres wide with the Murabba Development Company (MDC) stating that groundworks at the site are 86 percent complete. | According t…
(2024-10-28). Turkey strikes multiple SDF sites across northeastern Syria. newarab.com 
At least six members of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) were killed and others wounded on Saturday after Turkey launched a The headquarters of the SDF in
(2024-10-28). UN official: Entire population of north Gaza at risk of death. newarab.com 
A senior UN humanitarian official has said that the whole population of "The entire population of northern Gaza is at risk of death. Israeli forces cannot be allowed to continue what they are doing in besieged northern Gaza," the Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator Jo…
(2024-10-28). US was 'prepared to save Israeli pilots' if Iran attack failed. newarab.com 
Israel and the US coordinated on a plan to rescue Israeli pilots who took part It added that the US did not take part on the attack on Iran but its planes were ready to save Israeli pilots if this was called for. | On Sunday however
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(2024-10-28). Two of the US's biggest newspapers have refused to endorse a presidential candidate. This is how democracy dies. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Denis Muller, The University of Melbourne In February 2017, as Donald Trump took office, The Washington Post adopted the first slogan in its 140-year history: "Democracy Dies in Darkness". How ironic, then, that it should now be helping to extinguish the flame of American democracy by refusing to endorse a candidate for the…
(2024-10-28). No incentive for older birds to make new friends. imperial.ac.uk Like people, birds have fewer friends as they age, but the reasons why are unclear. New research suggests they may just have no drive to.
(2024-10-28). British chef Jamie Oliver urges followers to help solve the 'grate cheese robbery'. scmp.com Nearly 1,000 wheels of cloth-wrapped artisanal cheddar stolen by a con artist posing as a wholesale distributor.
(2024-10-28). The Big Gifters List, Flow Diagram. justpeaceadvocates.ca Flow of Funds Flow of funds from Registered Charities to the seven Revoked Charities between 2002-2023…
(2024-10-28). SA engages in global talks on protecting the ozone layer. sanews.gov.za SA engages in global talks on protecting the ozone layer | The Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Bernice Swarts, will participate in the 36th Meeting of the Parties (MOP 36) to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer in Bangkok, Thailand, from Monday. | The Montreal Protocol is a global treaty established to protect the Earth's ozone layer by phasing out the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances (ODS). , , The agreement, signed on 16 September 1987 and entering into force in 1989, has become a landmark in international environmental protection.
(2024-10-28). Bolivia's Morales accuses government after his vehicle was hit by gunfire. scmp.com Ex-president accuses current president of assassination attempt after vehicle was shot 14 times, hurting driver.
(2024-10-28). Egypt proposes 2-day truce in Gaza, release of 4 hostages. scmp.com Egypt's president says proposal would see talks resuming within 10 days of two-day truce to forge permanent ceasefire.
(2024-10-28). Does Hong Kong want a 'silver economy' or to send seniors to the mainland? scmp.com The city needs a coherent approach if it wants to tap into the economic potential of its senior citizens.
(2024-10-28). UN sounds alarm before Cop29 as greenhouse gases hit record highs: 'we are clearly off track'. scmp.com This alarming trend, driven by fossil fuel emissions, locks in future temperature increases and puts the Paris Agreement goals at risk.
(2024-10-28). Removal of Chinese tariffs sees imports of Australian wine surge. scmp.com Australia's share of China's imported wine market plunged to 0.06 per cent last year from 37 per cent in 2019.
(2024-10-28). Chinese hackers collected audio from unnamed Trump campaign adviser: report. scmp.com The Washington Post reported that the hackers intercepted calls and texts of Trump team adviser.
(2024-10-28). UN Security Council to meet over Israel's strike on Iran. scmp.com October 28 meeting in New York was requested by Iran, supported by Algeria, China and Russia.
(2024-10-28). Donald Trump headlines New York rally after vulgar, racist remarks from allies. scmp.com Donald Trump holds a homecoming rally at Madison Square Garden as the US election campaign heads into final full week.
(2024-10-28). Iran weighs its options after Israeli strike exposes military vulnerabilities. scmp.com The unprecedented escalation has left Iran's leadership grappling with the potential consequences of retaliation.
(2024-10-28). El Salvador and Ecuador: The democracy of exception. unitedworldint.com The example of authoritarian, police-based neoliberalism is already spreading to other countries in the continent. By Fernando Esteche, Buenos Aires / Argentina When we define the four main vectors by which the imperialist mode of production is reproduced, we indicate that they are: financialization, militarism, chaotization and narcotization. To a different extent and according to …
(2024-10-28). Only Acts of Worship Legislated In The Shariah Are The Ones Beloved to Allah. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Shaikh Islam Ibn Taymiyyah, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: Indeed, there has been much confusion in this subject matter, just as it is the case in the subject matter of halal and haram. A group of people make permissible some of …
(2024-10-28). UN Security Council to meet over Israel's strike on Iran. scmp.com October 28 meeting will take place following a request by Iran, supported by Algeria, China and Russia.
(2024-10-28). Donald Trump headlines New York rally after vulgar, racist remarks from allies. scmp.com Donald Trump holds a homecoming rally at Madison Square Garden as the US election campaign heads into final week.
(2024-10-28). Africa Summit: Address Rights Crises in DR Congo, Sudan. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Heads of state participate in the 22nd summit of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) in the Zambian capital, Lusaka, on June 8, 2023. | © 2023 APAImages/Shutterstock…
(2024-10-28). A steady drip of Israeli casualties could change the public's view on war in Lebanon. haaretz.com After Israel's strike in Iran, the ball is now in Tehran's court and statements seem to indicate an intent to hit back ‚ñ The greatest danger lies in Lebanon, where a confluence of a rising death toll and only a small share of the public bearing the brunt could intensify Netanyahu's political crisis…
(2024-10-28). The real goal of the new legislation put forward by Israel's far-right coalition. haaretz.com
(2024-10-28). Israel's Mossad chief remains in Doha; parties set to announce renewal of negotiations within days. haaretz.com IRAN: Iran's President said Tehran doesn't want war, but will respond 'appropriately' to Israel's attack ‚ñ GAZA: Foreign ministers of leading European countries urge Israel to reconsider potential legislation that would curb UNRWA's operations in Israel ‚ñ LEBANON: Twelve people killed in an IDF strike on villages in the country's south, health ministry says ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Egypt proposes plan for the release of four Israeli hostages conditioned on a two-day cease-fire and the release of Palestinian prisoners…
(2024-10-28). Israel's Mossad chief remains in Doha; parties set to announce renewal of negotiations within days. haaretz.com IRAN: Iran's President said Tehran doesn't want war, but will respond 'appropriately' to Israel's attack ‚ñ GAZA: Foreign ministers of leading European countries urge Israel to reconsider potential legislation that would curb UNRWA's operations in Israel ‚ñ LEBANON: Twelve people killed in an IDF strike on villages in the country's south, health ministry says ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Egypt proposes a plan for the release of four Israeli hostages conditioned on a two-day cease-fire and the release of Palestinian prisoners…
(2024-10-28). Harris, Trump push to break deadlock in final full week of 2024 US election race. scmp.com Polls show Kamala Harris and Donald Trump neck-and-neck as Election Day on November 5 looms.
(2024-10-28). Trump and Harris: Showdown at Madison Square Garden. devdiscourse.com Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump drew attention on Sunday with a rally at New York's Madison Square Garden, amid controversy over racially and politically charged remarks made by his allies. Despite the heated rhetoric, the event aimed to cement his stance against Democratic rival Kamala Harris.
(2024-10-28). Boeing Workers' Pension Push: A Tug-of-War with Tradition. devdiscourse.com Boeing workers' demand to reinstate traditional pension plans stands as a significant challenge against the backdrop of the company's precarious financial landscape.
(2024-10-28). Rebirth of 'Karan Arjun': A Cinematic Reunion of Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. devdiscourse.com The iconic 1990s film 'Karan Arjun', starring Bollywood titans Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, is primed for a grand theatre re-release. The film, which initially captivated audiences in 1995, will be making a return as it approaches its 30th anniversary on November 22.
(2024-10-28). Governor Parnaik Champions TB Eradication with Compassionate Initiative. devdiscourse.com During his visit to the district hospital in Roing, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik (Retd) embraced a humanitarian role by adopting two tuberculosis (TB) patients from Lower Dibang Valley.
(2024-10-28). Diplomatic Tensions: Allegations of Indian Plots Against Sikh Activists in North America. devdiscourse.com The diplomatic relationship between Canada, the United States, and India has come under increased strain following allegations of Indian involvement in plots to silence Sikh activists on foreign soil. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a controversial Sikh separatist leader, claims he was a target of an assassination plan orchestrated by Indian authorities.
(2024-10-28). Norway Strengthens Air Defense with Major Missile Purchase. devdiscourse.com In a significant move to bolster national defense, Norway has reached an agreement with U.S. authorities to acquire AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM air defense missiles. The deal, worth more than 4 billion Norwegian crowns, was announced by the Norwegian military on Monday.
(2024-10-28). Israeli Forces Arrest 100 Suspected Hamas Militants in Gaza Hospital Raid. devdiscourse.com In a significant military operation, Israeli soldiers detained approximately 100 suspected Hamas militants during a sweeping raid at Kamal Adwan hospital in the northern region of Gaza, according to an official statement released on Monday.
(2024-10-28). Historic Shift: Alabama's Congressional Race Could Boost Black Representation. devdiscourse.com In a landmark U.S. election on November 5, Alabama could witness a significant increase in Black representation in Congress. If Democratic candidate Shomari Figures triumphs in the race, the state will have two Black members in the House of Representatives for the first time.
(2024-10-28). Sherrod Brown: Navigating the Red Wave in Ohio. devdiscourse.com In Ohio, Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown finds himself in a pivotal battle, striving to retain his seat amid a strong Republican tide. With the November 5 election looming, Brown's ability to appeal to the state's blue-collar base will be a decisive factor for the Democrats hoping to maintain their delicate 51-49 Senate majority.
(2024-10-28). China's Quiet Revival: Tutoring Sector Rebounds Amid Regulatory Ease. devdiscourse.com China is subtly easing its regulatory pressure on the private tutoring industry in an effort to revive the economy, industry sources and analysts told Reuters. There has been no formal policy announcement, but tacit approval from Beijing suggests a shift to support job creation and business growth.
(2024-10-28). Market Jitters: China Meets as US Election Looms. devdiscourse.com Mainland China's stock market experienced a slight decline on Monday, with the CSI300 Index easing by 0.4%. In contrast, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index remained largely unchanged, reflecting investor wariness ahead of key domestic meetings and the impending U.S. presidential election.
(2024-10-28). Japan's Political Landscape: A Post-Election Power Shuffle. devdiscourse.com In a seismic shift within Japan's political landscape, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's coalition lost its majority in Sunday's general election, leaving parties in a frantic chase to form a new government.
(2024-10-28). Political Shake-up in Japan: Uncertainty Looms for Future Leadership. devdiscourse.com Japan's political landscape was thrown into uncertainty on Monday, following a significant voter backlash against Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's scandal-tainted ruling coalition. The election results left no party with a clear mandate, pushing the yen currency to a three-month low as analysts expect prolonged political negotiations.
(2024-10-28). Thrilling Victory for Sainz in Dramatic Mexico City Grand Prix. devdiscourse.com In a gripping twist at the Mexico City Grand Prix, Carlos Sainz secured a landmark victory for Ferrari, their first at this venue since 1990. The win was hard-fought, with Sainz executing a series of impressive maneuvers to outpace competition and claim his fourth career triumph.
(2024-10-28). Aussie T20 Squad Shuffles for Pakistan Series: Test Stars on Hold. devdiscourse.com Australia's T20 cricket squad will play against Pakistan without the presence of Test regulars, as they gear up for crucial matches against India. This strategic decision was confirmed when the team lineup for games in Brisbane, Sydney, and Hobart was revealed on Monday.
(2024-10-28). Carlos Sainz's Triumphant Farewell: A Memorable Victory in Mexico. devdiscourse.com Carlos Sainz delivered a memorable performance at the Mexico City Grand Prix, securing his fourth career win and a significant farewell victory before departing Ferrari. Against the backdrop of a supportive crowd and with his family in attendance, Sainz conquered the track with determination and skill.
(2024-10-28). Archbishop: Catholics need not worry about census figures. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG & URN | Kampala Archbishop His Grace Dr Paul Ssemogerere has said he is more worried about Catholics, especially children, moving to other faiths, than by the portrayal by Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) that church numbers are declining. The Archbishop said he personally has no doubt about the size …
(2024-10-28). It's the KCCA structure, stupid! independent.co.ug 
It's the KCCA structure, stupid! Why management can't change city without change in 'political authority' COVER STORY | IAN KATUSIIME | Former Vision Group CEO Robert Kabushenga has led the pack of corporate gurus gunning for the position of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) executive director. Other known applicants are interim executive director Frank Rusa, …
(2024-10-28). Lawyers, citizens urged to embrace private prosecution as a check on impunity. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi has called on the public and fellow advocates to recognize and embrace private prosecution as a tool to counter impunity and address public interest cases that the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and police overlook. Known for his bold legal pursuits, Mabirizi is one of …
(2024-10-28). US Black women face delays, disparities in breast cancer care, study find. independent.co.ug 
SACRAMENTO, US | Xinhua | Older Black women in the United States are less likely to receive standard breast cancer treatments and face longer delays in starting therapy compared to white women, according to a major study examining racial disparities in cancer care released Thursday. The research, published in the Journal of the American Medical …
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips to avoid Halloween hand injuries. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org There are plenty of frights to go around on Halloween, but a hand injury probably isn't one you'd expect. "Interestingly, it's the fourth busiest holiday for hand injuries," says Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic hand and wrist surgeon. Dr. Kakar says almost one-third of those Halloween hand injuries are among kids ages 10 to 14. And most of them happen when people are carving pumpkins. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Stroke treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World Stroke Day on Oct. 29 is a time to raise awareness about the signs, symptoms, treatments and ways to prevent stroke. Each year, an estimated 15 million people around the globe experience stroke, according to the World Health Organization, with one-third resulting in death. That's why immediate stroke treatment is crucial. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/JCsQcFLsUyA Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Shockwave therapy may help relieve foot problem. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've had some foot issues, and I heard that shockwave therapy might be appropriate. How does it work? And how can it help? ANSWER: This noninvasive treatment uses sound waves to transmit energy to tissues to help with the healing process. You may hear it referred to as extracorporeal shockwave treatment. Extracorporeal means the treatment occurs outside the body, through the skin, rather than a treatment provided internally. Originally used to treat…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Clean out old medications safely. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Note: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Oct. 26 Leftover or expired medications can be dangerous if not disposed of properly. Safely getting rid of unneeded prescriptions, like opioids or expired drugs, is essential to prevent misuse and accidental harm. Dr. Tina Ardon, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says proper medication disposal helps safeguard your home and community from unnecessary risks. Learn why it's important to clean out old medications safely. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/fxSGPSGcgJ4…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Protect your family from seasonal respiratory infections. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cold, flu, RSV and COVID-19 all have one thing in common: they are respiratory infections that cause similar symptoms such as coughing, fever and fatigue. These illnesses can range from mild to severe, especially in people who are more vulnerable. Dr. Tina Ardon, a family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, says these respiratory infections also share common preventive measures. She offers these tips to help keep you and your family safe. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/sgcSYHY-5Z8 Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2024-10-28). Dispose of unused medications safely this Take Back Day. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Dispose of unneeded medications safely during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 26. Mayo Clinic, in collaboration with the Olmsted County Sheriff's Office, Olmsted Medical Center, Zumbro Valley Medical Society and the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will host a community drop-off event to collect unused or expired medications. New this year, the Rochester Fire Department, Olmsted County Drug & Alcohol Response Team, Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service and Rochester Police Department will be onsite with optional…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Radiation therapy for patients with breast cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Radiation therapy is a common component of breast cancer treatment for patients. The high-powered beams of intense energy kill cancer cells and reduce the risk of the cancer recurring. Dr. Laura Vallow, chair of the Radiation Oncology Department at Mayo Clinic in Florida, explains how innovation is transforming radiation treatments. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/aCjypSH3cZw Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2024-10-28). The dynamic role of clinical research coordinators. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org At Mayo Clinic, clinical research coordinators support thousands of studies across the enterprise. The role is one of the most important in research— it's dynamic, full of opportunities for growth, and much more.
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Platform_Accelerate and JETRO Japan join forces with U.S. Healthcare Immersion Program. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic Platform_Accelerate has announced a strategic agreement with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) to implement a two-phase program aimed at enhancing U.S. healthcare and business immersion opportunities for Japanese health technology companies. In the first phase, 16 Japanese companies will gain insights through an educational immersion program led by Mayo Clinic Platform_Accelerate aimed to provide firsthand experience in observing how healthcare professionals use or would benefit from artificial intelligence (AI)…
(2024-10-28). Who is choosing to use prescription opioids? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers found that the number of people using prescription opioids for the first time nationally was higher than expected.
(2024-10-28). 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: The importance of breast cancer screening A recent report from the American Cancer Society calculates that 1 in 50 women will develop invasive breast cancer by the age of 50. Early detection through screening can lead to more treatable and curable breast cancers. Dr. Elizabeth Cathcart-Rake clears up confusion about who should be screened and…
(2024-10-28). Gynecologic cancers: 4 affirmations to help you advocate for yourself. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Gynecologic exams might not top the list of things you look forward to, but whether it's for a wellness visit or a new concern, such exams are critical for detecting gynecologic cancers early when they are most treatable. Gynecologic cancers include endometrial, ovarian, cervical, vulvar and vaginal cancer. Gynecology visits should provide a valuable opportunity for you to ask questions, raise concerns and learn about your body from an expert who prioritizes your health and well-being. But if you've had difficulty…
(2024-10-28). Feel a pop, then pain in your knee? It could be an ACL tear. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images You're playing tag with your kids, hitting a fast tennis return shot, landing after a gymnastics vault, evading a football tackle or jumping off a rock onto the beach. Suddenly, you feel a pop in your knee, then immediate pain followed by swelling. You may have just injured or torn your anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL. How an ACL tear can happen The ACL is a tough band of tissue that lies within…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic named Tier 1 Center of Excellence for Telomere Biology Disorders. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic has been designated a Tier 1 Center of Excellence for Telomere Biology Disorders by Team Telomere, an international organization devoted to improving the lives of those affected by these complex conditions. This recognition reinforces Mayo Clinic's commitment to enhance diagnostic precision, advance patient care and develop groundbreaking treatments. Telomere biology disorders, also known as short telomere syndromes or disorders, are rare diseases due to genetic mutations that accelerate shortening of telomeres, which are…
(2024-10-28). Surgical innovations help personalize breast cancer treatment, improve quality of life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Sarah McLaughlin in surgery October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month JACKSONVILLE, Florida — There are two surgical options to treat breast cancer: lumpectomy and mastectomy. But there are many more reasons why women choose one over another, says Sarah McLaughlin, M.D., a breast surgical oncologist and chair of the Department of Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. Sarah McLaughlin, M.D. "Some of that can be cancer-based, some of it can be family history and…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic Q and A: How surgery can reduce breast cancer risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My mother and sister were both diagnosed with breast cancer. With my family history, when should I consider preventive surgery options, and what do those look like? Are there other risk factors I should be aware of? ANSWER: Given your family history of breast cancer, I'm so glad you want to know more about reducing breast cancer risk. There are a number of ways you can reduce your risk of getting breast…
(2024-10-28). (VIDEO) Liver's regenerative ability allows for living donors. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Performing Mayo Clinic's first paired liver transplant You may have seen or heard stories about transplant chains, also known as paired donations. This is when a living donor is not a match for a specific recipient but still agrees to donate, setting off a chain reaction of transplants. Most of these paired donations involve the kidney. Because most people have two kidneys and usually can get by with one just fine, donating the other is…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic performs its first paired living liver donation. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Liver swap gives two patients a second chance at life ROCHESTER, Minn. — Surgeons recently performed Mayo Clinic's first paired living liver donation, a significant first step in helping more people with liver failure get a lifesaving transplant. "Liver transplantation is the only treatment option for most people with end-stage liver disease. But sadly, there are not enough donated livers available for everyone who needs one. That is why living liver donation is so important,"…
(2024-10-28). Mayo Clinic study: What standing on one leg can tell you. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — How long a person can stand — on one leg — is a more telltale measure of aging than changes in strength or gait, according to new Mayo Clinic research. The study appears today in the journal PLOS ONE. Good balance, muscle strength and an efficient gait contribute to people's independence and well-being as they age. How these factors change, and at what rate, can help clinicians develop programs to ensure healthy aging….
(2024-10-28). Bridging the digital divide to help rural smokers quit. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Rural adults are more likely to smoke than their urban counterparts. Enhancing digital literacy and improving access to the internet and digital devices may make it easier for rural smokers to quit. These are the findings of a randomized, controlled pilot clinical trial Mayo Clinic researchers published in Nature Communications Medicine. Digital tools offer a convenient way for rural residents to access support to quit smoking. However, limited digital literacy and technology access…
(2024-10-28). Laos: Report on the human rights situation for the Universal Periodic Review. fidh.org
(2024-10-28). Women in detention in Thailand: Submission to the United Nations working group on discrimination against women and girls. fidh.org
(2024-10-28). India : Intensification of the harassment against Babloo Loitongbam. fidh.org IND 004 / 1024 / OBS 042 Intimidation / Harassment India October 23, 2024
| The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), requests your urgent intervention in the following situation in India.
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(2024-10-28). Cambodia: Joint statement urging World Bank action on civil society reprisals. fidh.org In recent months, there has been a worrying escalation in the Cambodian government's repression of critical voices, as part of a broader crackdown on civil society. The undersigned organisations, including International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and World Organisation against Torture (OMCT) within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, urge World Bank President Ajay Banga to condemn the Cambodian government's assault on human rights groups, (…) | – |
(2024-10-28). India : The Observatory mourns the death of G.N. Saibaba. fidh.org
(2024-10-28). DRC: The renewal of ICC investigations in North-Kivu raises new hopes for victims. fidh.org
(2024-10-28). A year on in Gaza, the horrors must stop. fidh.org
(2024-10-28). Tunisia : Kais Saied re-elected – the hopes of the democratic transition fade. fidh.org
(2024-10-28). United Nations Human rights council 57th session. fidh.org On 11 October 2024, the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council concluded its 57th session after adopting 37 resolutions and one Statement by the President. The Council, among others, extended the mandates of nine country and one thematic mandate holders.
Geneva, 18 of October 2024. The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) welcomes the adoption of the resolution on the situation of human rights in the Russian Federation, extending the mandate of the Special Rapporteur and (…) | – |
(2024-10-28). Richard Moore is to be Executed Nov. 1: A Former State Supreme Court Justice, Former Corrections Department Chief and Jurors are Among Thousands Advocating for His Clemency. scheerpost.com 
Richard Moore, a 59-year-old father and grandfather, is scheduled to be executed in South Carolina on Nov. 1 for the 1999 killing of a convenience store clerk in a shootout, though Moore entered the store without a weapon. His attorneys said he never intended to kill anyone and the death penalty is not a fair …
(2024-10-28). Women and Children Pay the Highest Price. counterpunch.org 
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are widely considered one of the most powerful armies in the world. And, according to Israeli leaders, they are "the most moral army in the world." How, then, to reconcile these statements with what is happening now in Gaza and Lebanon, where tens of thousands of women and children have
(2024-10-28). Violent Rhetoric Rising: an Analysis of Nine Years of Trump's Speeches. counterpunch.org 
(2024-10-28). Nuclear industry: New arm of Iran's thriving petroleum industry. presstv.ir Many oil refineries today use up to 70 percent of sophisticated nuclear devices, which indicates the inexorable importance of nuclear technology to petroleum-producing countries such as Iran.
(2024-10-28). Wednesday 10/30: Apartheid-Free Communities Learning Event. indybay.org Lakeshore Avenue Baptist Church | 3534 Lakeshore Ave. | Oakland, CA…
(2024-10-28). GeràÆla TV and [People's Defence Forces] HPG Telegram channels restricted. indybay.org GeràÆla TV officials announced that the Telegram channels opened by GeràÆla TV and HPG in different languages were restricted and their followers were blocked.
(2024-10-28). Sunday 11/3: Pizza and Movie Night: Flying Paper. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3949 Twilight Drive, Bldg 2 | San Jose, California…
(2024-10-28). End US Blockade Against Cuba. indybay.org No other country supports blockade except for partner-in-genocide, Israel…
(2024-10-28). Michael Klundt on children in Gaza: "They are being punished collectively" indybay.org With their vetoes in the UN Security Council and their weapons, the US administration — and the German government in its blind loyalty — have made Netanyahu's wars possible. Politics and science should break the silence, name double standards in international relations, demand the universality of human and children's rights, and end the denial of genocidal war crimes.
(2024-10-28). At least 37 Israeli Soldiers Wounded in Tel Aviv Attack. indybay.org Initial reports state that the truck collision in north Tel Aviv injured soldiers who were on their way to military bases.
(2024-10-28). Sunday 11/17: Ian Mooney & Vets for Peace — Critical Perspectives on the Genocide in Gaza. indybay.org 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, 94109 | Or Zoom: | zoom.us/j/91342432690?pwd=C63L8Cx2lDTrIY… | Meeting ID: 913 4243 2690 | Passcode: 239280…
(2024-10-28). Sunday 12/1: Bob Bacon: The Death Penalty is Dying. indybay.org 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, 94109 | or Zoom: | zoom.us/j/92838666252?pwd=RupSf5jXbmbQZL… | Meeting ID: 928 3866 6252 | Passcode: 568661…
(2024-10-28). Report: US Was Prepared To Rescue Israeli Pilots Attacking Iran If Needed. news.antiwar.com The US placed a fleet of fighter jets in the Middle East on stand-by to rescue Israeli pilots if their attack on Iran failed, Israel's Army Radio reported on Sunday. "Israel and the US coordinated a plan to ensure the safe extraction of pilots should the operation have not succeeded," the report said, according to …
(2024-10-28). Los Angeles Times blocks Harris endorsement for backing Gaza war: Report. presstv.ir The daughter of the Los Angeles Times owner says the newspaper's recent refusal to endorse US Vice President Kamala Harris was due to the Democratic presidential candidate's support for Israel's genocidal war against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2024-10-28). Iran asks UN Security Council to condemn Israel's act of aggression. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister urges an urgent UN Security Council meeting to take a firm stance in condemnation of Israel's aggression against the Islamic Republic.
(2024-10-28). Iran will give 'appropriate response' to Israel: President. presstv.ir Iran's President Pezeshkian says Iran will give an appropriate response to Israel's recent act of aggression.
(2024-10-28). Hezbollah attacks Israeli soldiers in settlements. presstv.ir Hezbollah has carried more attacks on Israeli targets in response to the regime's genocide in Gaza and aggression against Lebanon.
(2024-10-28). Leader: Officials will decide quality of Iran's show of power to Israel. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iranian authorities are in charge of deciding the quality of Iran's show of power to the Israeli regime.
(2024-10-28). Lebanon demands condemnation of Israeli invasion in UNSC complaint. presstv.ir Lebanon says it has lodged a complaint with the UNSC, demanding the condemnation of Israel's ongoing aggression against the Arab country.
(2024-10-28). Journalists among 9 killed in Israeli attack on UN-run school in Gaza City. presstv.ir At least nine people were killed in the attack on a school-turned-shelter in Gaza City.
(2024-10-28). UN chief 'shocked by harrowing levels of death and destruction' in northern Gaza. presstv.ir Israel has waged a massive campaign of death and destruction in northern Gaza since early October.
(2024-10-28). Yemen simulates large-scale naval, ground operations to repel enemy attacks. presstv.ir Yemeni Armed Forces have simulated multiple combat operations to repel enemy attacks across several terrains.
(2024-10-28). Iran will definitely respond to Israeli act of aggression: Parl. speaker. presstv.ir The Iranian parliament speaker says the Islamic Republic's response to the latest Israeli act of aggression will be "definite and calculated."
(2024-10-28). Microsoft fires employees for organizing vigil for Gaza victims. presstv.ir US tech giant Microsoft fires two Egyptian employees for showing solidarity with Palestinians killed by the Israeli regime in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-10-28). UN expert warns entire Gaza population at risk of dying in Israel's genocide. presstv.ir UN Special rapporteur wrote on X that Israel's genocidal war in Gaza is being executed "under our watch."
(2024-10-28). Cut Meat and Dairy Consumption By 50%, Orders CCC. wattsupwiththat.com To even contemplate such an outcome would be thoroughly reckless. And this is why Piers Forster, climate academic, is totally unfit to be in charge of climate decision making. | And as is ever the case, while we are trying to cut our meat consumption, the rest of the world eats more every year. Our consumption is barely 1% of the world's.
(2024-10-28). Rural and coastal residents delay, block green energy projects. wattsupwiththat.com Environmentalists insist that they love the "little guys" — until they get in their way, ask inconvenient questions or try to block renewable energy projects intended to save the planet from "human-caused climate cataclysms."
(2024-10-28). Thailand: 20 Years of Injustice for Tak Bai Massacre Victims. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Community members call for justice at a mass grave for victims of the October 2004 Tak Bai massacre, Narathiwat, Thailand, October 25, 2024. | © 2024 Tohlala/AFP via Getty Images…
(2024-10-28). Encontremos a Camilo. cubadebate.cu Cada 28 de octubre, desde hace 65 años, se revive la incertidumbre y el dolor por la pérdida de Camilo, el comandante queridísimo, el muchachón de Lawton, el jefe guerrillero osado, el jaranero y disciplinado, el jefe del Estado Mayor, de la confianza de Fidel…Y el consuelo que debe tener nuestro pueblo es que en el pueblo hay muchos Camilos. Porque lo que no puede pasarnos nunca es que Camilo se extravíe en nuestra memoria, y mucho menos que se nos pierda en el alma.
(2024-10-28). Fortaleza será la única capital gobernada por partido de Lula. cubadebate.cu La ciudad brasileña de Fortaleza (capital del estado de Ceará, en el noreste) será la única capital estadual gobernada por el Partido de los Trabajadores (PT), del presidente, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, tras el resultado del balotaje de las elecciones municipales del domingo, que confirmó un avance de la derecha en todo el país.
(2024-10-28). Extendido término de pago de obligaciones tributarias. cubadebate.cu A partir de la situación excepcional que vive el país, marcada por la emergencia energética y por el paso del huracán Oscar por las provincias orientales, que han provocado severas afectaciones materiales, es necesario extender el término de pago de las obligaciones tributarias de personas naturales y jurídicas.
(2024-10-28). Filme "Venom: The Last Dance", con menos impacto en taquilla que lo esperado. cubadebate.cu "Venom: The Last Dance" tuvo menos impacto en taquilla de lo esperado, recaudando 51 millones de dólares en su primer fin de semana, según estimaciones del domingo, una cifra significativamente menor que las entradas anteriores de la franquicia del simbionte alienígena. El original de 2018 debutó con 80.2 millones de dólares.
(2024-10-28). Nicole Kidman asegura no querer más orgasmos durante rodaje de Babygirl. cubadebate.cu La actriz australiana-estadounidense Nicole Kidman reveló en una reciente entrevista que se sintió "tan excitada" durante el rodaje de las escenas sexuales de su nuevo drama erótico "Babygirl" que se vio en la necesidad de frenar temporalmente la producción. En la nueva película, Kidman interpreta a "Romy", una poderosa empresaria.
(2024-10-28). Moinelo conduce a los Halcones de Softbank a su segundo triunfo en la Gran Final del béisbol profesional japonés. cubadebate.cu El pinareño Liván Moinelo condujo a los Halcones de Softbank a una importante victoria de seis carreras por tres sobre las Estrellas de DeNa en la final del campeonato profesional de beisbol japonés. Con este resultado, los Halcones van delante en el play-off por dos victorias a cero.
(2024-10-28). øCuáles son los desafíos sociales de Estados Unidos?, más allá de quien gane la elección. cubadebate.cu La mitad de los estadounidenses están preocupados por la inflación. Para uno de cada tres, la migración es el gran problema a combatir. Mientras tanto, el fentanilo deja más de 100.000 muertos cada año y la violencia armada es considerada una crisis de salud pública.
(2024-10-28). Thailand: Open letter to the royal thai government on the extradition of United Nations-recognised refugee Y Quynh Bdap. fidh.org
(2024-10-28). Embajador de Cuba en Argentina inaugura cita con la cultura cubana. cubadebate.cu En la ciudad de La Plata, capital de la provincia de Buenos Aires, tuvo lugar la IV Feria del Libro y la Cultura Cubana. Esta feria forma parte de un programa de actividades llevado a cabo en la isla y en sus representaciones en el exterior para celebrar las manifestaciones de la cultura cubana y Resumen Latinoamericano, estuvo presente.
(2024-10-27). Binoy Kampmark: Bitter harvests — the killing of Yahya Sinwar and ignoring the truth. asiapacificreport.nz ANALYSIS: By Binoy Kampmark It prompted an outbreak of grim cheer in Israel. In Washington, there were similar pulsations of congratulation. Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was dead, killed in Rafah after being spotted by an Israeli patrol and located by yet another one of those drones ubiquitous over the skies of Gaza. Sinwar was considered…
(2024-10-27). Kanak pastor advocates for 'hope and 'humanity' as Pacific leaders visit New Caledonia. asiapacificreport.nz By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific presenter/Bulletin editor A Kanak pastor from the Protestant Church of Kanaky New Caledonia, attending a Pacific solidarity forum in Aotearoa, says connecting with Pacific activists has given him the chance to feel hope again after months of riots in the French territory. Reverend Billy Wetewea told RNZ Pacific on the…
(2024-10-27). Pacific leaders' troika begins New Caledonia fact-finding mission. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders' troika, along with the Fiji's prime minister, arrived in Kanaky New Caledonia at the weekend for a fact-finding mission on the French Pacific territory's situation. The troika plus format involves the PIF's previous, current and future chairs. They are mission…
(2024-10-27). Remote Mangcayo school among areas hit by Typhoon Kristine floods. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report A remote Filipino school in Bicol province assisted by a small New Zealand voluntary NGO has been seriously damaged by floodwaters in the wake of Typhoon Kristine (Trami) that left at least 82 people dead across the Philippines last week. Mangcayo Elementary School, which was submerged by Typhoon Usman fringe storms six…
(2024-10-27). Israel Strikes Iranian Military Targets in Retaliation for Ballistic Missile Attacks. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-27). The US Continues Its Terror Campaign Against Cuba. popularresistance.org All eyes have quite rightly been on Palestine for the past year. Joe Biden's maniacal pact with Israel has killed an estimated 200,000 people, and Israel is poised to ethnically cleanse northern Gaza and Lebanon. Their war crimes range from starvation, destruction of hospitals, shooting children in the head, rape and torture, attacking United Nations peacekeeping forces, assassinating Palestinian leaders, and burning hospital patients to death. All the atrocities have been documented, often by the perpetrators themselves, and have been defended vociferously. The genocide is a joint project with the U.S. and has m…
(2024-10-27). Joint Statement In Support Of UN Special Rapporteur Albanese. imemc.org 
Joint Statement: Standing with the UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese in Face of Israeli-Led, Western-Backed, Intensified Attacks Amid Ongoing Genocide — PCHR While Israel continues its relentless genocidal campaign in Gaza for the 385th day—marked by mass killings, forced displacement, widespread destruction, enforced disappearance, torture, and starvation— it, with backing from Western allies, has escalated its targeted attacks …
(2024-10-27). Palestinians 'starving to death' in northern Gaza due to Israeli siege. aljazeera.com Oxfam official tells Al Jazeera Israel is using starvation as a weapon in its genocide against the Palestinians.
(2024-10-27). Gaza is the horror that can't be denied. But Israelis will try. haaretz.com Headlines have shifted to Iran, but Israel is still starving, bombing and expelling the population of northern Gaza. While Israeli society as a whole has activated its denial mode, the horrifying images — and the policy, statements and reality behind them — are causing some Israelis to protest war crimes, or even utter the word genocide…
(2024-10-27). Speech of the President of China at 16th BRICS Summit in Russia. orinocotribune.com Statement by H.E. Xi Jinping | President of the People's Republic of China | At the XVI BRICS Summit | Kazan, October 23, 2024 | Your Excellency President Vladimir Putin, | Colleagues, | First of all, I wish to extend my warm congratulations on the successful opening of this summit. I also wish to thank President Putin and our host Russia for the thoughtful arrangements and warm hospitality. | I would like to take this opportunity to once again welcome new members to our BRICS family. The enlargement of BRICS is a major milestone in its history, and a landmark event in the evolution of the international situation…
(2024-10-27). Finally, Saudi Arabia joins BRICS 2024 Summit in Russia. ummid.com Saudi Arabia on Thursday October 23, 2024 joined a galaxy of around three dozen world leaders gathered in the Russian City of Kazan to attend the BRICS 2024 Summit.
(2024-10-27). BRICS Adds 13 New 'Partner Countries' at Historic Summit in Kazan, Russia. libya360.wordpress.com Ben Norton BRICS held a summit in Kazan, Russia in October 2024, where it expanded with 13 "partner nations", after adding four new members. These are the most important takeaways from the historic meeting. The Global South-led organization BRICS is growing. More and more countries support the group's mission: to build a multipolar world, with alternative…
(2024-10-27). Brazilian President Lula da Silva celebrates his 79th birthday. tvbrics.com 
This is the third time he has served as head of state…
(2024-10-27). BRICS News Digest for the previous week. tvbrics.com 
We will tell you what has happened in economics, politics, culture, science and education in the BRICS countries…
(2024-10-27). Iran's Ghalamzani craftsmanship is globally recognised through international Geographical Indication status. tvbrics.com 
This underscores Isfahan's position as the epicentre of this ancient art form…
(2024-10-27). Russian Centre for Science and Culture holds event on robotics and innovation in Ethiopia. tvbrics.com 
The first day included presentations on the Decade of Science and Technology in Russia…
(2024-10-27). Cúpula dos BRICS avanàßou o estabelecimento de um mundo multipolar. strategic-culture.su 
(2024-10-27). Morales survives murder attempt after calling for ties with Israel to be severed and Bolivia joins BRICS. skwawkbox.org 
Bullets miss left-wing former president by inches, driver wounded. Morales accuses government of involvement in attack Left-wing former Bolivian president Evo Morales has narrowly survived an assassination attempt in which at least fourteen bullets hit his vehicle, wounding his driver. Morales says at least one bullet narrowly missed his head. Last year, Morales called for …
(2024-10-27). US Tries To Entice Israel Into Minimizing Its Attack On Iran. popularresistance.org On October 15, two American officials told the Associated Press that they "believed" the White House had gotten assurances from Israel that it would not strike Iran's oil or nuclear facilities when it launched its eventual retaliation for the October 1 missile barrage that Iran had fired at Israel. | The officials' cautious tone reflected their lack of confidence in Israel's verbal agreements. Nothing was in writing, and Israel had made no public declaration about limiting its options regarding Iranian targets. Given Israel's long history of defying and deceiving its credulous benefactor, it's remarkable that it'
(2024-10-27). Media Hawks Make Case For War Against Iran. popularresistance.org The media hawks are flying high, pushing out bellicose rhetoric on the op-ed pages that seems calculated to whip the public into a war-ready frenzy. | Just as they have done with Hezbollah (FAIR.org, 10/10/24), prominent conservative media opinionators misrepresent Iran as the aggressor against an Israel that practices admirable restraint. | Under the headline, "Iran Opens the Door to Retaliation," the Wall Street Journal editorial board (10/1/24) wrote that Iran's October 1 operation against Israel "warrants a response targeting Iran's military and nuclear assets. This is Iran's second missile barrage since Apri…
(2024-10-27). Are the US and Israel Lost to Evil? thealtworld.com PCR interviewed by Nima Alkhorshid on Dialogue Works | This interview was immediately taken down by YouTube doing its assigned job of preventing any criticism of Israel and the Covid vax. Those who use YouTube support censorship. | The evening after this interview Israel launched what I understand was an approved attack on Iran, approved by the US, Russia, and Iran, as long as the attack was very limited, did not target nuclear power plants, oil and refineries, and civilian infrastructure. It was an attack more in s…
(2024-10-27). The continuous air bridge of US arms to Israel. youtube.com 
Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate take a look at the aerial bridge maintained the Biden-Harris administration has maintained to Israeli military bases for over a year of continuous siege, slaughter and deprivation in Gaza and beyond. ||| The Grayzone || Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at Patreon: patreon.com/grayzone Facebook: facebook.com/thegrayzone Twitter: …
(2024-10-27). Lebanon rejects US envoy's surrender plan. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate on US envoy to Lebanon's cynical appeal to the Lebanese government, in which he demanded it sacrifice its sovereignty or pay the price. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at Patreon: patreon.com/grayzone Facebook: facebook.com/thegrayzone Twitter: twitter.com/thegrayzonenews Instagram: instagram.com/thegrayzonenews Minds: minds.com/thegrayzone Mastodon: …
(2024-10-27). Kamala: accept genocide, get affordable groceries. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate discuss the shocking logic deployed by Kamala Harris when asked about Democratic voters angered by her unwavering support for Israel during a CNN town hall. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at Patreon: patreon.com/grayzone Facebook: facebook.com/thegrayzone Twitter: twitter.com/thegrayzonenews Instagram: instagram.com/thegrayzonenews Minds: …
(2024-10-27). Israel's Limited Strikes on Iran show the Enormous Constraints faced by Netanyahu. scheerpost.com 
By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The limited strikes on Iran carried out by Israeli fighter-jets early on Saturday morning Tehran time above all demonstrated the constraints under which even this extremist Israeli government has to operate. The bombings are said to have been limited to military targets, including missile …
(2024-10-27). Dems' Failing "Trump Is Hitler" Tactic Deployed Again. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-27). Israel Bombs Tehran, US Expects Iranian Response. scheerpost.com 
By Dave DeCamp / Antiwar.com Israel launched air strikes on the Iranian capital Friday night. While the extent of the damage is unclear, the US is expecting Iran to retaliate. Iranian media reported that some sites in the capital city of Tehran were targeted. A statement from the Israel Defense Forces confirmed the strikes. "In …
(2024-10-27). Iran Army Confirms 4 Martyrs of 'Israeli' Aggression. orinocotribune.com The death toll from the overnight Zionist aggression against a number of military positions across Iran on Saturday has risen to four. | In early morning of Saturday, October 26, the Iranian Army announced the martyrdom of two of its soldiers in the attack, who lost their lives "while confronting the projectiles of the criminal Zionist regime in order to safeguard the security of Iran and prevent harm to the Iranian nation and interests." | The two martyra were identified as Major Hamzeh Jahandideh and Sergeant Mohammad-Mehdi Shahrokhifar. | Later on Saturday, Major Sajjad Mansouri and Sergeant Mehdi Naghavi, who…
(2024-10-27). Venezuelan Forensic Authorities: Opposition Activist Died in Traffic Accident (+Fake News). orinocotribune.com The director of the Scientific, Penal, and Criminal Investigations Corps (CICPC) of Venezuela, Douglas Rico, discarded the fake news surrounding the death of the Voluntad Popular activist, Edwin Santos, confirming that he had died in a traffic accident. | A few days ago, the National Campaign Command, led by the far-right politician María Corina Machado, claimed that Edwin Santos was supposedly kidnapped by "hooded individuals dressed in black." | From then onwards, the Venezuelan far right began spreading the fake news, which was debunked by the CICPC chief on Saturday, October 26. | According to the forensic au…
(2024-10-27). No Need to Wait for Project 2025, Genocide 2024 Kamala Harris Fascism Comes to U Penn — Petition Opposing Campus Repression at U Penn. fightbackbetter.com UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA PRESIDENT AND ADMINISTRATORS MUST BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR EXCESSIVE USE OF FORCE BY PENN POLICE. Sign Petition…
(2024-10-27). Chile latest to join Artemis Accords. ummid.com Chile is the latest country to sign the Artemis Accords, becoming the 47th nation and the seventh South American country to commit to the responsible exploration of space for all humanity, NASA said.
(2024-10-27). Justice Sanjiv Khanna to be next Chief Justice of India. ummid.com President Droupadi Murmu Thursday (October 24, 2024) appointed Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI).
(2024-10-27). 3 Journalists killed as Israel bomb Lebanon's residential area housing media crew. ummid.com The Israeli occupation forces in the wee hours Friday October 25, 2024 bombed a residential area in Hasbaiyya, Southern Lebanon used by the media crew as accommodation killing three journalists.
(2024-10-27). Tak Bai Massacre: Thailand apologizes for killing of Muslim protesters. ummid.com Thailand Prime Minister Thursday October 24, 2024 apologised for the brutal killing of 85 Muslim protesters in the 20-year-old incident infamous as 'Tak Bai Massacre'.
(2024-10-27). Ejaz Beg, Asif Zakaria in Congress 3rd list for 2024 Maharashtra Polls. ummid.com The Congress High Command Saturday Oct 26, 2024 released its 3rd list for the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Polls, confirming the names of two Muslims, Ejaz Beg (Ejaj Beg) and Asif Zakria, as its candidates.
(2024-10-27). Maha Polls 2024: Dhule done, suspense prevails over INDIA pick in Malegaon. ummid.com Suspense prevailed over the INDIA alliance candidate in Malegaon Central Assembly Constituency even as the Shiv Sena (UBT) declared former MLA Anil Gote as its candidate from the Dhule City for the 2024 Maharashtra Elections.
(2024-10-27). 'Because he…': Michigan Muslim leaders extend support to Donald Trump. ummid.com Muslim community leaders in Michigan Saturday October 26, 2024 extended their support to Donald Trump because they said the Republican Party candidate was promising peace.
(2024-10-27). Will the Truth of Kanishka plane bombing ever be out? ummid.com On June 23, 1985 a bomb exploded in the Air India 182 Kanishka airplane flight from Canada to India, killing all 329 passengers and crew.
(2024-10-27). Crippling UNRWA: The Knesset's Collective Punishment of Palestinians. dissidentvoice.org The man has a cheek. Having lectured Iranians and Lebanese about what (and who) is good for them in terms of rulers and rule (we already know what he thinks of the Palestinians), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been keeping busy on further depriving access and assistance to those in Gaza and the West …
(2024-10-27). Iran 'Successfully Confronts' Israeli Attack On Tehran Military Sites. popularresistance.org Iranian air defenses successfully confronted an Israeli attack on military targets near the capital of Tehran in the early hours of 26 October, semi-official Tasnim News reported. | The Air Defense Base issued a statement saying that "Iran's air defenses intercepted and successfully confronted the acts of aggression" carried out Saturday by "the criminal, illegitimate and fake regime of Israel." | The statement added that Israel sought to escalate tensions in the conflict by launching attacks on military sites in the provinces of Tehran, Khuzestan, and Ilam, resulting in only "limited damage." | The Iranian army…
(2024-10-27). United Kingdom Snubs Council Of Europe Over Assange Inquiry. popularresistance.org Britain's Home Office is making a "grave mistake" by ignoring a call from the Council of Europe to review its treatment of Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder's wife has warned. | The council's parliamentary assembly, of which the U.K. is a member, passed a resolution earlier this month designating Assange as a "political prisoner". | Assange endured five years in Belmarsh maximum security prison in London before being released in June, and flying to his native Australia. The U.K. government had incarcerated him while the U.S. pursued extradition proceedings in the British courts. | His treatment has outraged t…
(2024-10-27). Planet Will Warm As Much As 3.1 ∞C Under Current Policies. popularresistance.org Without greater action, the planet will warm as much as 3.1 degrees Celsius by the end of the century, according to the latest United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Emissions Gap Report: No more hot air … please!. | In the coming round of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), countries must commit to slashing their collective yearly greenhouse gas emissions by 42 percent by the end of the decade and by 57 percent by 2035, a press release from UNEP said. | Otherwise, the annual report says, the chance of meeting the Paris Agreement goal of keeping global heating to 1.5 degrees Celsius above the pre-i…
(2024-10-27). How Cities Can Bring Some Humanity To The Criminal Legal System. popularresistance.org Last month, the state of Missouri executed 55-year-old Marcellus Williams, who spent two decades in prison, despite prosecutors' efforts to overturn his conviction for the 1998 murder of Felicia Gayle. | The victim's family and the St. Louis county prosecuting attorney's office joined Williams' family, faith leaders and thousands of community members in asking decision-makers to spare his life. But neither their pleas nor revelations of mishandled evidence and racially biased jury selection were enough to outweigh a legal system with disdain for human life. | This pattern of unjust sentencing to death is true acr…
(2024-10-27). The Convention On Biodiversity COP In Cali, Colombia. popularresistance.org More than 100 organizations from over 30 countries demand that Brazil cancel its NINE genetically engineered eucalyptus and stop threatening global forest biodiversity. | Organizations and Indigenous Peoples from around the world call upon the world leaders at COP16 to demand a strict application of the CBD's 2008 de facto moratorium on genetically engineered trees and that Brazil immediately cancel its legalization of 9 varieties of genetically engineered eucalyptus trees for commercial release. | Brazil's legalization is a dangerous precedent that threatens to open the door to the widespread commercialization a…
(2024-10-27). Chicago Teachers Are Fighting For A Historic Contract. popularresistance.org In 2012, the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU), along with thousands of supporters, took to the streets in a historic battle with then-Mayor Rahm Emanuel over his corporate education reform and austerity plans for the city's public school system. | That strike helped define the increasingly popular concept of "bargaining for the common good," an approach "where unions make demands that would benefit not just members but the larger communities," as CTU Vice President Jackson Potter explained two years ago on the tenth anniversary of the walk out. | Today, the union is in the mi…
(2024-10-27). Walmart Warehouse Workers Win First Union In Canada. popularresistance.org Eight hundred workers near Toronto have won the first Walmart warehouse union in Canada or the U.S. | "Honestly I was pretty nervous at first because I didn't want to lose my job," said 29-year employee Rodolfo Pilozo, a member of "Team Red," the organizing committee behind the September victory. | The Walmart distribution center is in Mississauga, Ontario, an hour from the western New York border. Workers there began organizing last December to join Unifor, Canada's largest private-sector union. | Forty percent signed union cards over the summer. Pilozo cited low wages and pressure to work dangerously fast as th…
(2024-10-27). Inició la temporada alta en el Polo Turístico de Holguín con el arribo del primer vuelo procedente de Praga. radiohc.cu Holguín, 27 oct (RHC) Con la llegada del vuelo de la aerolínea española World2Fly desde Praga, República Checa, el aeropuerto internacional Frank País García marca el inicio de la temporada alta en el Polo Turístico de Holguín.
(2024-10-27). Defensa rusa derriba 51 drones ucranianos en regiones del suroeste. radiohc.cu Moscú, 27 oct (RHC) Los sistemas de la defensa aérea de Rusia eliminaron 51 drones ucranianos sobre varias regiones del territorio nacional durante la jornada, informó este domingo el Ministerio de Defensa del país eslavo.
(2024-10-27). Campaña Dejen vivir a Cuba sobrepasa meta de recaudación. radiohc.cu Washington, 27 oct (RHC) Mientras las primeras 30 toneladas de alimentos adquiridas en Estados Unidos por la campaña Dejen vivir a Cuba llegaron a la isla, aquí la recaudación de fondos continúa, sobrepasando este domingo los 115 mil dólares.
(2024-10-27). Cuba condena intento de asesinato de expresidente Evo Morales. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 oct (RHC) El gobierno de Cuba condenó este domingo un atentado armado perpetrado contra el expresidente boliviano, Evo Morales.
(2024-10-27). Cuba ratifica voluntad de fortalecer nexos con Irlanda. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 oct (RHC) Las autoridades de Cuba reiteraron este domingo la disposición a trabajar para incrementar los nexos oficiales con Irlanda.
(2024-10-27). A record high 9.3 million food banks users in UK. wsws.org A report predicts that the Labour government will fail to deliver their election manifesto promise to end the "moral scar" of food banks unless they raise the household incomes of the poorest ⚪ approximately one in seven of the UK population struggling in a state of deep and extreme poverty the Trussell charity terms "hunger and hardship".
(2024-10-27). UK study shows that COVID-19 vaccine lowers the risk of cardiovascular complications. wsws.org A big strength of the study is the significant number of people examined, which enabled the researchers to assess the effects of the vaccines across a wide variety of demographics and clinical subgroups, such as age, sex, ethnicity, and prior health conditions.
(2024-10-27). Two Toronto pro-Palestinian protesters arrested, charged with wearing COVID masks. wsws.org The two demonstrators are facing charges of "disguise with intent," making them liable to 10-year prison terms, for wearing medical masks which protect from COVID-19 and other diseases during a March 7 protest.
(2024-10-27). The Album Israel Tried to Kill: Lowkey's Soundtrack to the Struggle Out Now. mintpressnews.com Lowkey's return to hip-hop is here — and it's sparking both cheers and fears. This deeply political album isn't just music; it's a manifesto for resistance.
(2024-10-27). Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli airstrike. peoplesdispatch.org In the early hours of Friday, October 25, an Israeli warplane
(2024-10-27). The year of the watermelon. peoplesdispatch.org A year after the beginning of the genocide against Gaza, Peter Mertens takes stock, reflecting on Hayat, born amidst the bombs, watermelons, Israel's status as an international pariah, language, student occupations, and labor union actions.
(2024-10-27). An international civil society movement for Palestine is needed today more than ever. mondoweiss.net 
Forty years ago an international coalition of over 1,200 organizations working for freedom in Palestine would meet yearly to share information and coordinate action. A similar effort is needed today more than ever.
(2024-10-27). How Long Before This Storm Turns Political? tomdispatch.com Images of homes that collapsed under mudslides or falling trees, waterlogged farms, and debris-filled roads drove home (yes, home!) to me recently the impact of Hurricane Helene on rural areas in the southeastern United States. That hurricane and the no-less-devastating Hurricane Milton that followed it only exacerbated already existing underlying problems for rural America. Those would include federal insurance programs that prioritize rising sea levels over flooding from heavy rainfall, deepening poverty, and unequal access to private home insurance — issues, in other words, faced by poor inland farming c…
(2024-10-27). A stunning de-capitation? The Netanyahu "madness" thealtworld.com All the war "games" played over successive years have resulted in America losing. | A major war between Israel and Iran is soon likely to erupt — so says Israel's Defence Minister Gallant. It will be initiated when Israel launches its long mooted strike on Iran. Gallant has 'How' so — an i…
(2024-10-27). On Gaza And Feelings Of Powerlessness. thealtworld.com It's the sense of powerlessness that gets to you. Watching all these people being slaughtered and tormented in Gaza and in Lebanon with the full support of your own government and its allies, but being unable to stop it. | That's basically been the main message of the 2024 US presidential election with regard to Israel's US-backed atrocities: "You are powerless to stop this." Over and over again in various ways Americans are being fed the message that the slaughter is going to continue regardless of who wins, so you may as well give up on saving Gaza and try to look out for your own interests. | That was what Kam…
(2024-10-27). Israeli Forces Kill a Palestinian Near Jerusalem. imemc.org 
Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian man, on Sunday, after an alleged car-ramming attack between the towns of Anata and Hizma, northeast of occupied Jerusalem. Media sources said that the young man, Sami Al-Amoudi, succumbed to live gunshot wounds inflicted on him by Israeli soldiers during an alleged car-ramming attack near Hizma town, northeast …
(2024-10-27). 40 Injured In Tel Aviv, Police Claim Ramming Attack At Gilot Base. imemc.org 
Israeli sources have reported Sunday, that 40 people were injured in what was described as a "ramming attack" outside a military base near Tel Aviv and added that the driver was "neuturalized." The sources stated that the incident occurred just outside an Israeli military base at Gilot, north of Tel Aviv. They added that the …
(2024-10-27). Army Abducts A Father, His Son, In Ramallah. imemc.org 
On Sunday dawn, Israeli soldiers invaded Silwad town, east of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank's central part, before abducting a Palestinian father and his son. Media sources said several army jeeps invaded the village before the soldiers stormed and ransacked homes, and abducted Taleb Abdul-Majid Hamed, 55, and his son Abdul-Rahman, 18. The sources …
(2024-10-27). Army Abducts Twelve Palestinians In West Bank. imemc.org 
Earlier Sunday, Israeli soldiers abducted at least twelve Palestinians from the several parts of the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Prisoners' Society (PPS) and the Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs stated that the abductions occurred in the governorates of Hebron, Ramallah, and Jenin. The Israeli army continues to conduct extensive invasions and violent searches …
(2024-10-27). Army Fires At Palestinians In Their Olive Orchards In Nablus. imemc.org 
On Sunday, Israeli soldiers invaded Palestinian lands south of Qusra village, south of Nablus, in the occupied West Bank's northern part, and fired at Palestinians while they were picking their olive trees. Eyewitnesses said the soldiers invaded the orchards before firing at the Palestinian families to force them to leave. They added that the attacked …
(2024-10-27). Day 387 in Gaza: Israel Bombs Another School Shelter West of Gaza City. imemc.org 
On Sunday, day 387 of the ongoing Israeli genocide directed at the 2.2 million Palestinian people living in the Gaza Strip, Israeli forces bombed another school housing displaced Palestinians, as well as continuing the ethnic cleansing of the north of Gaza that has escalated significantly in the past 22 days (since October 5th) A Palestinian …
(2024-10-27). Israeli Colonizers Attack Students In Jericho. imemc.org 
On Sunday, a group of illegal paramilitary Israeli colonizers attacked Palestinian students heading to their schools and colleges, near Jericho, in the northeastern part of the occupied West Bank. Local sources said the colonizers invaded the Arab Al-Mleihat Bedouin community and attacked a Palestinian bus transporting schoolchildren and college students. The colonizers closed the road …
(2024-10-27). Israel Perpetuates Genocidal Acts against North Gaza, Leaving Its Population without Hospitals and Lifesaving Services. imemc.org 
The Palestinian Centre for Human Rights (PCHR) condemns the Israeli Occupying Forces (IOF) raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, north Gaza, forcing it out of service and risking the lives of patients, injured, and medical personnel. PCHR asserts that IOF's repeated and ongoing attacks on the three main hospitals in north Gaza and …
(2024-10-27). 40 Injured In Tel Aviv, Police Claim Ramming Attack At Gilot Base. imemc.org Israeli sources have reported Sunday, that 40 people were injured in what was described as a "ramming attack" outside a military base near Tel Aviv and added that the driver was "naturalized." The sources stated that the incident occurred just outside an Israeli military base at Gilot, north of Tel Aviv. They added that the …
(2024-10-27). Ireland's new Hate Offences Bill undermines the rule of law. expose-news.com The Irish Parliament has just passed the Hate Offences Bill. The good news, David Thunder says, is this bill does not criminalise hate speech. The bad news is that the Bill undermines …
(2024-10-27). Lazy GPs have found yet another way to harm their patients. expose-news.com To have a blood sample taken in the UK, patients have to book an appointment. Even though it only takes two minutes to take a sample, patients are having to wait weeks. …
(2024-10-27). More Extracts from Vernon Coleman's Commonplace Book. expose-news.com Last week we republished some extracts from Dr. Vernon Coleman's 'Commonplace Book'. Below are some additional extracts from the same book. In the following, Dr. Coleman tells us the true and astonishing …
(2024-10-27). They LIED about FLU: 50 years of data show cases are rare, 97.5% of symptoms are not caused by influenza and there have been no deaths. expose-news.com In a recent article highlighting a review of 50 years' worth of data, Dr. Tom Jefferson explained why flu cases are rare, complications from flu are very rare and there have been …
(2024-10-27). 'Israel' Attacks Press in Lebanon, Al Mayadeen Mourns Two Colleagues. orinocotribune.com The 'Israeli' occupation's assault on the freedom of the press and freedom of speech continues unabated amid the eerie silence of the international community. | 'Israeli' occupation forces carried out an aerial attack on the place of residence of press crews in Hasbayya, southern Lebanon, resulting in several casualties among Shortly after, the Lebanese Civil Defense announced that three journalists were killed in the 'Israeli' airstrike o…
(2024-10-27). The War Front: Week of 14 October 2024. orinocotribune.com 
(2024-10-27). Uhuru 3 Attorneys File Post-Trial Motion for a Judgment of Acquittal on the Conspiracy Charge or a New Trial. orinocotribune.com On Thursday, October 10 Attorney Leonard Goodman filed a post-trial motion on behalf of the Uhuru 3. It is a motion for a judgment of acquittal on the conspiracy charge or a new trial. | The motion lays out the following issues: | 1. The evidence at trial was undisputed: there was no evidence of direction or control, an essential element of the conspiracy charge. It was affirmed by the FBI's own case agents that there was no evidence the Chairman or Uhuru 3 worked under the direction or control of the Russian government. | 2. The FBI case agents agreed there was no evidence that the defendants had any knowledge o…
(2024-10-27). Venezuela Condemns 'Israeli' Attacks on Iran and Syria. orinocotribune.com The government of Venezuela condemned the attacks carried out by the Israeli regime against Iran and Syria, calling them a violation of the sovereignty of these countries and a threat to peace and security in the region. | Through a statement published by the Foreign Affairs Ministry on Saturday, October 26, the Venezuelan government stated that these attacks constitute an act of unjustified aggression against Iran and Syria. | Mainstream media has portrayed the Zionist attack as a response to a previous one by Iran, without mentioning that the Iranian attack in question was in response to ongoing Israeli genocid…
(2024-10-27). Resistance Education: The Responsibility of Intellectuals. orinocotribune.com By Tim Anderson — Oct 24, 2024 | Reason and evidence remain important in human debate, but it should be clear that the truth alone cannot "set us free." | 'Israeli' atrocities in Gaza over 2023-2024 have galvanized world public opinion against the Zionist regime. Sufficient room was available even in the heavily censored US social media to show the repeated massacres and Zionist reprisals against the civilian population, including children. The reputation of the 'Israeli' colony is stained forever, it can never recover from this disgrace. | Nevertheless, the Anglo-American propaganda machine remains powerful…
(2024-10-27). Israel Kills Five Journalists in Sunday Gaza Attacks. news.antiwar.com Israel has come under growing international criticism for its deliberate attacks on journalists. That doesn't seem to be impacting Israeli policy, however, as five more journalists were reported killed today in attacks across the Gaza Strip. The victims of today's attacks included Saed Radwan with Al-Aqsa TV, Hamza Abu Salmiya with Sanad News Agency, Haneen …
(2024-10-27). Israeli Airstrikes Kill Nine Civilians, Including Child, in Southern Lebanon Town. news.antiwar.com Israel has issued evacuation orders for a huge amount of civilian areas of Lebanon, particularly in the south. This has displaced over a million people, who are fleeing to anyplace outside the evacuation. Getting outside those areas doesn't mean they're safe from attacks, however. That was underscored today when Israel carried out multiple airstrikes on …
(2024-10-27). Israeli Forces Leave Trail of Destruction at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Northern Gaza. news.antiwar.com On Saturday, Israeli forces withdrew from the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Israeli forces pulled out of the area after a siege on the hospital that lasted over 20 days. Israeli tanks fired on the hospital before troops stormed the facility and detained dozens …
(2024-10-27). Israeli Strikes Have Killed 164 Health Workers in Lebanon. news.antiwar.com On Saturday, Israeli strikes targeted the southern Lebanese municipality of Bazouriyeh, killing a civil defense medic and wounding five people. Lebanon's Health Ministry said the killing of the medic brought the total number of health workers killed by Israeli strikes since October 2023 to 164. Another 275 medical workers have been wounded by Israel's bombing …
(2024-10-27). US Approves $2 Billion in New Arms Deals for Taiwan. news.antiwar.com On Friday, the State Department approved two potential arms deals for Taiwan worth about $2 billion, drawing a sharp rebuke from China. The Pentagon's Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said one deal is for three National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS) and related equipment and has an estimated cost of $1.16 billion. The other deal is …
(2024-10-27). Iran Says Israel's Attack Killed Four Iranian Soldiers, Damaged Radar Systems. news.antiwar.com The Israeli airstrikes on Iran that were launched Saturday morning killed four Iranian soldiers, members of Iran's Air Defense Force. The Iranian Army said in a statement that the soldiers lost their lives "while confronting the projectiles of the criminal Zionist regime in order to safeguard the security of Iran and prevent harm to the …
(2024-10-27). Europeans Must Learn from Asians Instead of Lecturing Them. counterpunch.org
(2024-10-27). There are Minimum Wages, Why Not a Maximum Wage? counterpunch.org
(2024-10-27). The Album Israel Tried to Kill: Lowkey's Soundtrack to the Struggle Out Now. thealtworld.com Lowkey's return to hip-hop is here — and it's sparking both cheers and fears. This deeply political album isn't just music; it's a manifesto for resistance. | This is for political prisoners, feeling trapped and sad, not for the rapper pulling up in a flashy Jag. It's for the person in the same street, wrapped in rags, It is for the dad, carrying his son in plastic bags, for the resistance, wrapping cash in their elastic bands." | So begins "Soundtrack to the Struggle 3," the new album from Lowkey. It is the hip-hop legend's first offering in five years and is already blowing away the critics — and ma…
(2024-10-27). What Explains Israel's Surprisingly Restrained Retaliation Against Iran? thealtworld.com It's becoming very difficult for Israel and Iran to balance their own hawks' demands, domestic public perception, and the perception of their opponent's policymakers (which include hawkish elements). | Israel finally retaliated against Iran on Friday for Iran's own prior retaliation against Israel earlier this month, which the Islamic Republic carried out against the self-professed Jewish State in an
(2024-10-27). Iran DESTROYS Israeli Attack — IDF Crushed by Hezbollah Power! | Col. Larry Wilkerson & Scott Ritter. thealtworld.com Iran DESTROYS Israeli Attack — IDF Crushed by Hezbollah Power! | Col. Larry Wilkerson & Scott Ritter…
(2024-10-27). Israeli protesters interrupt Netanyahu's speech as Gaza truce talks resume. aljazeera.com Pressure is mounting on Netanyahu's administration to secure a deal for the release of the remaining captives in Gaza.
(2024-10-27). Bolivia's Morales says shots fired at his car as political tensions rise. aljazeera.com The former president claims it was an attempt to kill him amid power struggle within the ruling socialist party.
(2024-10-27). Bulgaria centre right leads in snap vote, fails to win majority: Exit polls. aljazeera.com GERB party in the lead in parliamentary elections, but falls short of majority needed to end political instability.
(2024-10-27). China vows to take 'necessary measures' over $2bn US arms sale to Taiwan. aljazeera.com Beijing says latest arms package violates China's sovereignty, endangers peace in the region.
(2024-10-27). Colombia's president faces trouble — but blames opposition for 'coup'. aljazeera.com Colombian President Gustavo Petro claims he is confronting a 'coup' as he faces an electoral investigation and scandals.
(2024-10-27). EU urges probe into Georgia's vote 'irregularities'; PM rejects accusations. aljazeera.com Georgia's president has called for mass protests, but the Georgian PM says the ruling party's victory 'is impressive'.
(2024-10-27). Japan's ruling coalition loses majority in blow to new PM Ishiba. aljazeera.com The outcome is a serious blow for PM Ishiba as his Liberal Democratic Party suffers its worst result in 15 years.
(2024-10-27). Plight of Gaza civilians 'unbearable' as Israel kills over 50 in a day. aljazeera.com UN chief Guterres says death and injury in north Gaza are 'harrowing' and calls plight of Palestinians 'unbearable'.
(2024-10-27). An urgent call to save the staff and patients of Gaza's al-Awda Hospital. aljazeera.com Hospitals have become prisons in northern Gaza. This is a desperate cry to humanity.
(2024-10-27). Echoes of a Lost Gaza — 2024 version. aljazeera.com Documentary filmmaker Mariam Shahin meets Gazans and reflects on how war has reduced their hopes and dreams to rubble.
(2024-10-27). Is a peace deal in Gaza possible after the killing of Yahya Sinwar? aljazeera.com Leaders gather in Doha for yet another round of ceasefire talks, with hopes running high.
(2024-10-27). Israeli raid leaves north Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital in ruins. aljazeera.com Israeli soldiers have withdrawn after raiding Kamal Adwan Hospital in besieged northern Gaza, leaving extensive damage.
(2024-10-27). Gaza's al-Shifa doctor: The struggle to save lives amid war. aljazeera.com Dr Ahmed Mokhallalati on the fight to save lives amid Israeli attacks.
(2024-10-27). Israel expands its wars, but is it closer to 'total victory'? aljazeera.com Palestinian politician Mustafa Barghouti argues that Israel's plans will fail as long as Palestinians reject occupation.
(2024-10-27). What is the science behind the Christopher Columbus origins discovery? aljazeera.com
(2024-10-27). How American media incited genocide. aljazeera.com Commentaries published by US media outlets have openly demonised Palestinians and justified the mass killings in Gaza.
(2024-10-27). US election 2024: The Arab American reality. aljazeera.com In this episode of Centre Stage, our guest is Maya Berry.
(2024-10-27). Israel's intention for Gaza seems to be "permanent occupation" aljazeera.com
(2024-10-27). Anathema Volume 10 Issue 2. itsgoingdown.org Long-running anarchist publication Anathema from so-called Philadelphia returns with a brand-new issue. Volume 10 Issue 2 (PDF for reading 8.5×11) Volume 10 Issue 2 (PDF for printing 11×17) In This Issue: What Went Down The Secret Is To Really Complain Cherelle Parker Is An Image From The Future Where Is The Anti-War Movement? Imperial Wargaming…
(2024-10-27). Come Hell and High Water. itsgoingdown.org 
Report from Mutual Aid Disaster Relief on autonomous mutual aid efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene in Appalachia. This is about a storm some call Helene and others call Capitalism, Greed, Callous Neglect or the slow and then rapid degradation of the one and only Earth we've got. But it is also about a…
(2024-10-27). Hands off Samidoun. itsgoingdown.org Statement from the Philadelphia Anarchist Black Cross (ABC) in solidarity with Samidoun, a support organization for Palestinian political prisoners. For more background on repressive moves against pro-Palestinian organizations, see here. Philly ABC extends our solidarity to Samidoun, the Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network, in response to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets…
(2024-10-27). Seattle Solidarity Network Launches Campaign Over Unpaid Wages. itsgoingdown.org Report from the Seattle Solidarity Network on start of campaign against unpaid wages. On Sept 22nd, a group of 24 Seattle Solidarity Network members delivered a simple demand to Merchant's Cafe and Saloon: pay the missing $200 in tips and $800 in severance pay to their former worker, Shilo. Shilo was subjected to a workplace…
(2024-10-27). A Stunning Decapitation? The Netanyahu "Madness" libya360.wordpress.com Alastair Crooke A general view of Tehran after several explosions were heard, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS All the war "games" played over successive years have resulted in America losing. A major war between Israel and Iran is soon likely to erupt — so says Israel's Defence Minister Gallant….
(2024-10-27). Disgraced CIA Director Looks to Cash-In on Gaza Concentration Camps. libya360.wordpress.com Dan Cohen General David Petraeus heads a U.S. plan to convert the Gaza Strip into a grid of walled-off biometric concentration camps. Will Netanyahu accept it? Since the first months of the war, retired U.S. Army general and disgraced former CIA director David Petraeus has been leading a push for Israel to turn the Gaza…
(2024-10-27). Israel's Biblical Wars of 'Self Defense': The Myth of the 'Seven War Fronts'. libya360.wordpress.com Ramzy Baroud Israeli officials keep repeating that Israel is fighting on multiple fronts. The truth is that Israel chooses to fight on multiple fronts. The two claims are fundamentally different. Recently, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu went as far as saying that his country is fighting on seven different war fronts, all driven by the objective…
(2024-10-27). A Stunning De-Capitation? The Netanyahu "Madness" libya360.wordpress.com Alastair Crooke A general view of Tehran after several explosions were heard, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS All the war "games" played over successive years have resulted in America losing. A major war between Israel and Iran is soon likely to erupt — so says Israel's Defence Minister Gallant….
(2024-10-27). Israel's Limited Counter to Iran's Massive Attack. libya360.wordpress.com Fereshteh Sadeghi After weeks of grandiose threats, Israel struck a number of military sites in Iran over the weekend. While many details of the attack remain unclear, Iran's leadership suggests that a qualitative response is on the horizon. Twenty-five days after Iran's massive 1 October missile attacks on Israel, and following weeks of threats and bluster about…
(2024-10-27). The Washington-Kiev "Victory" Plan —War On Russia. libya360.wordpress.com Christopher Black Volodymyr Zelensky, presently kept in place in Ukraine as a dictator-vassal of the United States of America, presented on October 16th his so-called "Victory Plan" to the equally illegitimate Ukrainian parliament. The "Victory Plan"- written in Washington He claims it is his plan, but all reasonable observers must conclude that it was devised…
(2024-10-27). The story of the vice-presidential candidate from the countryside: "Hillbilly Elegy" uwidata.com 
By Tunca Arslan There are many autobiographical works that delve deep into the life stories of famous politicians, starting from their childhood, and touch on aspects that are not well known to the public, but the kind of sincerity and pouring that James David Vance reveals in his book "Hillbilly Elegy — A Memoir of …
(2024-10-27). Government's commitment to youth services welcomed by support groups. leftfootforward.org Youth support organisations have welcomed the government's recent commitment to developing a new National Youth Strategy. | Speaking in the Commons recently, culture secretary Lisa Nandy condemned the £1 billion in cuts to youth services implemented by consecutive Conservative governments over the last 14 years, calling the reduction a "national shame." | In response to a question by Melanie Onn, Labour MP for Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes about the impact of these cuts on antisocial behaviour, Nandy noted the devastating effects of the funding reductions. She said: | "It is a source of national shame th…
(2024-10-27). Two cats in a sack — The Conservative leadership contest enters its final stretch. leftfootforward.org Once again, the Conservatives seem poised to serve up another political gift to Labour. If Labour manage to blow it, they'll only have themselves to blame.
(2024-10-27). Elul: Self-Examination or Self-Righteousness? pressenza.com "This past year has proven how fragile and precious life can be." Rabbi Moshe Taragin, educator and author, begins his recent The month of…
(2024-10-27). The Oligarch Endorsement Game. levernews.com In this week's essay, originally published in
(2024-10-27). Russian defense shot down Ukrainian drones in southwestern region. plenglish.com Moscow, Oct 27 (Prensa Latina) Russia's air defense systems shot down 51 Ukrainian drones over several regions of the country during the day, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported.
(2024-10-27). Russia views responses if Ukraine attacks with long-range weapons. plenglish.com "Of course, our military department is thinking about this and will offer different response options," the president said in an interview with journalist Pavel Zarubin, commenting on the possible permission for Kiev to use Western long-range weapons against facilities inside Russia. | He also expressed his hope that the West would listen to his words on the matter. | The Russian leader noted that "Ukrainian troops cannot use these weapons on their own", i.e. only specialists from North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries can do so, as the use of these weapons requires space reconnaissance, which Ukraine…
(2024-10-27). Israel and Ukraine gaslighting to cover up failures. strategic-culture.su If bullshit was fungible, both Israel and Ukraine would be rolling in dough and not need another dime of foreign aid. The nonsense spilling out of Tel Aviv and Kiev is legendary and much of the Western public is slurping it up like a ravenous dog eating a bowl of rabbit stew.
(2024-10-27). Russian forces advance towards strategic Ukraine city: military bloggers. scmp.com Russian advances on the battlefield in the Donbas have seen its forces poised to strike at the city of Pokrovsk.
(2024-10-27). Chinese youth embrace internet to revitalize traditional culture. ecns.cn Born into a family of dough sculptors, Lang Jiaziyu began learning dough sculpture at the age of 3. She has been passionate about traditional crafts since childhood but was also uncertain about how to keep traditional art alive as times changed.
(2024-10-27). Major Chinese agricultural provinces secure grain harvest despite extreme weather. ecns.cn Harvesting is nearing completion in the major Chinese agricultural provinces of Heilongjiang, Henan and Hunan, with a bumper grain harvest expected despite extreme weather that caused multiple natural disasters, affecting crop growth.
(2024-10-27). Developing global AI governance framework highlighted at WLA forum. ecns.cn Leading scientists and industry experts from around the world gathered at the World Laureates Association (WLA) Forum on Oct 26 in Shanghai to discuss the development of a global artificial intelligence (AI) governance framework, emphasizing the need for responsible innovation in the face of AI's rapid advancement and its profound impact on society.
(2024-10-27). AI-powered transcription tool invents things no one ever said. ecns.cn Tech behemoth OpenAI has touted its artificial intelligence-powered transcription tool Whisper as having near "human level robustness and accuracy."
(2024-10-27). China's longest continuous swivel road bridge over railway successfully rotated into position. ecns.cn The last beam of China's longest continuous swivel road bridge over a railway was successfully rotated into position in Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, in the early hours of Saturday.
(2024-10-27). Sightseeing and dining bus in Beijing starts trial operation. ecns.cn A double-decker bus featuring sightseeing and fine-dining started trial operation on Friday in Beijing. The 40-kilometer bus tour route, which takes around two hours, includes various Chaoyang's landmark tourist sites. It is expected to be officially put into operation in mid-to-late November.
(2024-10-27). Saint Vincent and the Grenadines celebrates 45 years of independence. plenglish.com Kingstown, Oct 27 (Prensa Latina) Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is celebrating 45 years of independence from the United Kingdom. The date comes amid challenges such as climate change and the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl.
(2024-10-27). Network of computer spies dismantled in Italy. plenglish.com Rome, Oct 27 (Prensa Latina) Italian police have dismantled a vast network of computer spies integrated by hackers, consultants, private intelligence agencies and former police officers, operating out of the city of Milan.
(2024-10-27). Panama to fine irregular migrants. plenglish.com According to the Executive Decree published in the Official Gazette, the sanction will be adapted to the conditions of vulnerability of illegal travelers. It responds to the surge in these flows through the Darién forest on the border with Colombia. | The rule states that the situation constitutes a clear violation of the officially authorized checkpoints and, consequently, the configuration of an administrative migration offense. | Decree 194 further stipulates that any foreigner entering the country violating land, air or sea immigration checkpoints, may not leave the country without first cancelling this fine…
(2024-10-27). President of Venezuela rejects assassination attempt on Evo Morales. plenglish.com In a message through his Instagram account, the Bolivarian head of state said he trusts that Bolivia, "the favorite daughter of Liberator Simón Bolívar, and its institutions, will investigate in depth and find those responsible." | "From Venezuela I express all our solidarity," said the president. | In a statement this Sunday, the Foreign Ministry repudiated the attack perpetrated against the former Bolivian president, which occurred in the Tropic of Cochabamba when he was going to carry out activities in his work agenda. | The note described this act as abhorrent, constituting "an act of fascist violence that se…
(2024-10-27). Maduro ruled out silencing the voice of justice and rebellion. plenglish.com Caracas, Oct 27 (Prensa Latina) President Nicolás Maduro assured that there is no force on this earth that will silence Venezuela's voice of rebellion and justice, it was reported here today.
(2024-10-27). Municipal and regional elections in Chile enter the final stretch. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, Oct 27 (Prensa Latina) Chile celebrates the second and last day of the municipal and regional elections that, although ongoing normally, they are under the impact of events that hit both the opposition and the ruling party.
(2024-10-27). Polling stations open in Uruguay, José Mujica voted. plenglish.com Montevideo, Oct 27 (Prensa Latina) Polling stations opened their doors today in Uruguay, in a day in which a little more than two million 700 thousand citizens are eligible to vote.
(2024-10-27). Russian army take over control of Izmailovka in Donetsk. plenglish.com Moscow, Oct 27 (Prensa Latina) The Russian Armed Forces extended their control over the special military operation locality of Izmailovka, located in the Donetsk People's Republic, the Defense Ministry informed today.
(2024-10-27). Fighting for a Better Deal and a Better University: Obstacles and Possibilities for Workers in Ontario's Higher Education Sector. socialistproject.ca 
I write as a rank-and-file member of CUPE 3903 at York University, Toronto, who works as a teaching assistant. Our recent round of bargaining and strike action has underscored some of the challenges that face us both as workers in our specific institution as well as in the higher education sector in Ontario and beyond. In particular, there is the nature of the university as a workplace; the ongoing and intensifying assault on democracy and 'collegiality' in the university; labour action amidst a historic cost of living crisis; and the questions of strategy posed by these issues and more in combination. | The u…
(2024-10-27). It's a "Killer" Vaccine Worldwide: Japanese Researchers Say Side Effects of COVID Vaccines Linked to 201 Types of Diseases. globalresearch.ca "ÅÇ"Å™"Åü"ÅØÊ≠£"Åó"Åã"Å£"Åü"ÄÅ"ÉØ"ÇØ"ÉÅ"É≥"ÅØÁßÅ"Åü"Å°"ÅÆÊÑõ"Åô"Çã‰∫∫"ÅƉΩïÁôæ‰∏á‰∫∫"ÇÇ"&A…
(2024-10-27). Colin Powell and the "The Sloppy Dossier": Plagiarism and "Fake Intelligence" Used to Justify the 2003 War on Iraq: Copied and Pasted from the Internet into an "Official" British Intel Report. globalresearch.ca Fake intelligence as well as plagiarized quotations had been slipped into an official intelligence report on Iraq's WMD presented to the UN Security Council by Secretary of State Colin Powell in February 2003.
(2024-10-27). "Billionaires Try to Shrink World's Population": Secret Gathering Sponsored by Bill Gates, 2009 Meeting of "The Good Club" globalresearch.ca
(2024-10-27). Russian S-400s Neutralised Israel's Attack on Iran. thesiriusreport.com 
We assess the fallout of Israel's retaliatory strikes against Iran and why there are many similarities with what happened in April.
(2024-10-27). #SwindonsSundaySermon: Carry On Conservatives? Matron! Take them away! thecanary.co I don't know if you have noticed, but Keir Starmer and his Labour Party are struggling to get to grips with the transition from opposition to government. For example, a vast majority of Keir Starmer's stupendous assemblage of freebies (bribes) landed at his feet during his tenure as leader of its majesty's official opposition. The […] | By
(2024-10-27). The figures are in. The plan to make the NHS a shell vehicle for private healthcare is well on its way. thecanary.co A new report has revealed the extent of the private healthcare boom both inside and outside the NHS. Systematic underfunding from the Conservatives and now Labour Party government has ballooned waiting times to manufacture the argument for private provision within the NHS, with the health service increasingly becoming a shell for private profit. Meanwhile, the […] | By
(2024-10-27). Kuenssberg begs 'WON'T SOMEBODY THINK OF THE LANDLORDS' as 'working person' debate rages on. thecanary.co Labour has found itself in a bit of a mess over the concept of what constitutes a 'working person'. While this may seem pretty straightforward to you, it's far from the case for the media. In their election campaign, the Labour Party vowed not to tax 'working people'. This has led to lots of confusion; […] | By
(2024-10-27). "A mass movement" exists on the left, but is "dissipated". It needs bringing together. thecanary.co At the Transform conference 2024 on Saturday 19 October, there was a panel focusing on the future of the mass movement of the left in Britain. Here are some of the key comments from the first part of those discussions. To kick off the talks, Audrey White from Merseyside Pensioners Association insisted that the British […] | By
(2024-10-27). Prevention is key to investing in osteoporosis services, but will Labour keep its promise? thecanary.co One of the changes the new government wants is to make a shift from hospital to prevention. The case for investment into osteoporosis treatment is all about prevention. That's because although it can be a life-threatening and life-limiting condition there are safe and effective medications and ways of treating it. The problem is the investment […] | By
(2024-10-27). Yet more systemic racism exposed in the UK — this time, in night work. thecanary.co As the clocks went back on Saturday 26 October, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) published new analysis which revealed the number of Black and brown workers regularly doing night work has skyrocketed. It shows yet another example of systemic racism in play. Black and brown people bearing the brunt of night work While number of […] | By
(2024-10-27). A stunning de-capitation? The Netanyahu "madness" strategic-culture.su All the war "games" played over successive years have resulted in America losing. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A major war between Israel…
(2024-10-27). Department of Social Development to launch Social Security Review publication. sanews.gov.za Department of Social Development to launch Social Security Review publication | The Department of Social Development, in collaboration with the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), will on Monday officially launch the Social Security Review Volume 2 publication in Cape Town under the theme: "Social Security in the time of COVID-19". | First published at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2022, the Social Security Review is a publication that presents in-depth discussions and comparative critical analysis of topical questions and studies of national social security systems and international trends in policy…
(2024-10-27). Fight on James Street Leads to Male Stabbed. urbancny.com 
On Sunday, October 27th, at about 1: 53 a.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to the 2700 block of James Street for a large fight. Upon arrival, the officers located a 29-year-old male, who presented with an apparent stab wound to the upper torso. The stabbing is believed to have occurred during the fight. The victim was transported to Upstate Hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. The investigation is active and ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to call the Syracuse Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (315) 442-5222. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay…
(2024-10-27). Food poisoning incidents not related to school nutrition programme. sanews.gov.za Food poisoning incidents not related to school nutrition programme | The Department of Basic Education says it is concerned at the increasing reports of food poisoning involving children of school-going age. | "These incidents of food poisoning have disrupted teaching and learning as the majority of the cases affected learners during school hours. As a result, school time has been directed towards assisting the affected learners with medical attention," the Department of Basic Education said in a statement. | In addition, the psycho-social impact of such incidents continues to have negative effects on both the le…
(2024-10-27). Girls have the potential to change the world, says Minister. sanews.gov.za Girls have the potential to change the world, says Minister | "If effectively supported during their adolescent years, girls have the potential to change the world — both as the empowered girls of today and as tomorrow's workers, mothers, entrepreneurs, mentors, household heads and political leaders," says Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube. | The Minister said honouring girls was acknowledging their importance, power and potential and in that way fulfilling their human rights. | She was speaking at the Commemoration of International Day of the Girl Child held at the Development Bank of Southern Africa…
(2024-10-27). Home Affairs issues first-ever certificates recognising Muslim marriages. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs issues first-ever certificates recognising Muslim marriages | The Department of Home Affairs has issued the first-ever South African marriage certificates officially recognising the "type of marriage" as "Muslim". | After changes were made to the department's internal systems, Home Affairs has granted the first batch of 33 marriage certificates for Muslim marriages for the first time in the South African history. | "Members of the Islamic faith community have made extraordinary contributions to South Africa's history for more than 350 years," said Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber. | "While it…
(2024-10-27). Lebombo border post remains operational, says BMA. sanews.gov.za Lebombo border post remains operational, says BMA | The Acting Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Jane Thupana, on Friday received a situational report on operations at the Lebombo Port of Entry. | The report follows engagements with their Mozambican counterparts at the Ressano Garcia Port of Entry and an in loco visit by the BMA Port Commander to assess the situation on the ground. | The BMA was informed of sporadic tensions and protests in Ressano Garcia, following the announcement of the election results in Mozambique. | Ressano Garcia, a small township in the Maputo province of Mozambiqu…
(2024-10-27). Passing of former Minister Mdladlana another enormous loss for SA. sanews.gov.za Passing of former Minister Mdladlana another enormous loss for SA | Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the passing of former Labour Minister Membathisi Mdladlana has been an enormous loss not only for his family, but the country and the democratic movement. | "To those among us who have sipped from the well of his wisdom and insight, we extend our gratitude to his family for the grace of sharing him with us through both trials and triumphs," Mashatile said. | The Deputy President was speaking at the Official Memorial Service held in the Western Cape on Saturday. | The later former Minister and High Commissioner…
(2024-10-27). President welcomes release of preliminary election results in Mozambique. sanews.gov.za President welcomes release of preliminary election results in Mozambique | President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the release of the preliminary results of the general elections in Mozambique by the National Electoral Commission (CNE). | The general elections were held in Mozambique on 09 October 2024. | The Mozambican Constitutional Council is expected to validate and proclaim the electoral results in the next 14 days. | The Presidency said on Sunday that, based on the preliminary results, President Ramaphosa offered his warm congratulations to President-Elect Daniel Chapo and his party, FRELIMO. | President Ra…
(2024-10-27). SA to participate in the 36th Meeting of the Parties. sanews.gov.za SA to participate in the 36th Meeting of the Parties | South Africa's Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Bernice Swarts, will participate in the 36th Meeting of the Parties (MOP 36) to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer in Bangkok, Thailand. | The meeting is expected to start on Monday and end on Thursday. | The Montreal Protocol is a global treaty established to protect the earth's ozone layer by phasing out the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances (ODS). | The agreement, signed on 16 September 1987 and entering into force in 1989, has b…
(2024-10-27). Government and industry's efforts to control animal disease spread must be lauded. sanews.gov.za Government and industry's efforts to control animal disease spread must be lauded | By Wandile Sihlobo | The past three years have been challenging for South Africa's livestock and poultry industry because of the spread of animal diseases. Throughout this period, we have had various cases of foot and mouth (FMD) disease in cattle, African swine fever in pigs, and avian influenza in poultry. While animal disease outbreaks are not unique to South Africa and indeed common across the world, South Africa's challenges have intensified in the recent past. | In 2022, six of South Africa's nine provinces reported foot an…
(2024-10-27). The Big Gifters List, Bar Chart. justpeaceadvocates.ca Bar Chart Distribution of donations to the seven revoked zionist charities in Canada, between 2000-2023.
(2024-10-27). Press TV, Iran hosts a non-standard panel discussion of Lebanon under Israeli fire. gilbertdoctorow.com I find it hard to remember the last time I shared a podium with an advocate of Marxism-Leninism to student activists. Those student activists just happen to be Palestinians. Press TV this morning provided such an opportunity when I joined Khaled Barakat of the Masar Badil Movement, also known as the Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path, …
(2024-10-27). The Israeli attack on Iran: what do we know? And what does it mean? gilbertdoctorow.com Alternative Media commentators from among intelligence veterans and military veterans had their time 'on air' on Friday, well before the Israeli attack on Iran carried out during the night of 25 — 26 October. For that reason, their evaluations of the attack have not yet appeared on youtube. Accordingly, what I present here is based …
(2024-10-27). The escalator grinds to a halt. defenddemocracy.press by Paul Larudee It is apparently not much of an exaggeration to say that Israel's attack on Iran fizzled. Some targets were hit and at least two Iranian soldiers were killed, but the ineffectiveness of the operation was probably due to several factors: Israel just doesn't have the weaponry. Most of its missiles don't have …
(2024-10-27). After the flood: feds criticized for putting America last. strategic-culture.su Agency responsible for disaster relief says they won't have enough money for hurricane season—after allocating $640 million to support immigration. | By Christina HOLMGREN-LARSON | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2024-10-27). On Gaza and feelings of powerlessness. strategic-culture.su
(2024-10-27). U.S. 'false flag' operations pollute global cyberspace. strategic-culture.su By Shen YI | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | China on Monday released its third report on the "Volt Typhoon" investigation. The report not onl…
(2024-10-27). Far-right tipped to gain ground as jaded Bulgarians vote again. scmp.com While the dominant GERB party is the front-runner, analysts said it will struggle to find coalition partners, exacerbating the political deadlock.
(2024-10-27). Centre-left tipped to take power as Lithuanians vote. scmp.com The ruling conservatives will be replaced by a centre-left coalition amid security concerns about neighbouring Russia.
(2024-10-27). Iran warns it will defend itself after Israeli strikes. scmp.com Tehran stressed its right to retaliate against Israeli action but said it was also focused on a lasting ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon.
(2024-10-27). Paramilitary rampage kills more than 120 in east-central Sudan. scmp.com UN and doctors groups say the Rapid Support Forces ran riot in a multi-day attack in the province of Gezira, from October 20 to 25.
(2024-10-27). Georgia was victim of a Russian 'special operation' in election, its president says. scmp.com Salome Zourabichvili said she did not recognise vote results, showing lead for ruling Georgian Dream, called for mass protest on Monday.
(2024-10-27). Chinese-Americans politically activated by Florida's 'alien land laws'. scmp.com New laws prohibiting foreign-born Americans from buying property drive Chinese-Americans away from Trump and towards the Democrats.
(2024-10-27). Israeli army kills top Hamas commander in West Bank. scmp.com Both Israeli and Palestinian authorities confirmed the death on Saturday of Islam Jamil Odeh.
(2024-10-27). Whether Harris or Trump wins, US can recalibrate ties with Asia for the better. scmp.com American policy, dominated by strategic competition with China, must be shaped to more closely match Asia's value to the US.
(2024-10-27). Musk worked illegally in America for brief period in the 90s: US media. scmp.com Meanwhile, at a rally in support of Donald Trump, Musk said critics of the former president were the real enemies of democracy.
(2024-10-27). Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 22 as truck ramming near Tel Aviv kills 1. scmp.com In Jerusalem, relatives of Hamas attack victims interrupted speech by Israeli PM during Hebrew calendar anniversary of October 7 attack.
(2024-10-27). The story of the vice-presidential candidate from the countryside: "Hillbilly Elegy" unitedworldint.com 
As the November 5 elections approach, J. D. Vance's autobiography is back in the spotlight By Tunca Arslan There are many autobiographical works that delve deep into the life stories of famous politicians, starting from their childhood, and touch on aspects that are not well known to the public, but the kind of sincerity and …
(2024-10-27). Among The Wise Admonitions of Qussu As-Sa'idah. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. O people! Listen and comprehend; if you understand, then benefit from it. Indeed, whoever lives will eventually die, and whoever has died is gone. Everything that is to come will surely come. Now, let us proceed: In the heavens, there exists a significant …
(2024-10-27). THAAD Deployment Paved Way for Israeli Retaliatory Airstrikes on Iran. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-27). 'Breast Cancer Sucks—but There's Hope': Inside Israeli Women's Fight for Survival and Wellness. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-27). Attacks on Israel Injure 36; Arab Villages Suffer Missile Strikes From Lebanon. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-27). Dual October 7 Ceremonies Mark One-Year and Disunity. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-27). Breaking: Amesbury suspended after CCTV shows him 'sucker-punching' constituent. skwawkbox.org 
Runcorn and Helsby MP caught on camera in late-night altercation suspended after initial claims he had been threatened Right-wing Labour MP Mike Amesbury has been suspended by the party after CCTV footage emerged of him appearing to sucker-punch a man on Frodsham High Street in his constituency in the early hours of Saturday morning. Earlier …
(2024-10-27). Lebanon rejects US-Israel demand to surrender sovereignty. skwawkbox.org 
US-Israeli envoy Hochstein and fanatically pro-Israel German foreign minister try to 'intimidate' Lebanese into giving Israel free reign and dropping Gaza ceasefire demand Lebanon has rejected a 'ceasefire proposal' put forward by US-Israeli envoy Amos Hochstein that amounts to a demand to surrender sovereignty to Israel. The US sent Israel-born Hochstein, a national and energy …
(2024-10-27). Whole of northern Gaza at risk of death: UN's top humanitarian official. skwawkbox.org 
Joyce Msuya warns Israel's 'blatant disregard for basic humanity and laws of war' likely to mean hundreds of thousands more deaths Joyce Msuya, the UN's highest humanitarian official, warned yesterday that the all the approximately 400,000 people still living in northern Gaza is at risk of dying and called for an immediate halt to Israel's …
(2024-10-27). Israeli Women Embrace Innovative Therapies in Breast Cancer Battle. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-27). Attack on Iranian Police Convoy Kills 10 Officers in Restive Province. themedialine.org
(2024-10-27). Mossad Chief Travels to Qatar for Hostage Negotiations With Hamas. themedialine.org 
(2024-10-27). Emotionally Unstable "Climate Scientists" Don't Like Being Criticized, Run to Daddy (Nature). wattsupwiththat.com These self-appointed climate saviors insist that their projections should be accepted without question, and when they aren't, they moan about how harsh and unfair the world has been to them. This isn't science under attack—it's fragile egos crying foul when the rest of us refuse to buy into their doomsday narrative.
(2024-10-27). 'Climate Extremism': Biden-Harris Admin's Own Data Undermines Its Fav Selling Point In Push To 'Electrify Everything'. wattsupwiththat.com "This electrification push is a typical example of climate extremism," Bakst told the DCNF. "There's little to no consideration of how these policies will hurt Americans and the poor."
(2024-10-27). EXCLUSIVE: GOP Lawmakers Press Biden-Harris Admin Over Alleged Cover-Up Behind Major Fossil Fuel Crackdown. wattsupwiththat.com Forty-five GOP lawmakers are demanding answers from the Department of Energy (DOE) after a government watchdog group accused the agency of covering up a key study that would have interfered with one of the Biden-Harris administration's most aggressive crackdowns on fossil fuels.
(2024-10-27). G7 to take new steps to curb Russian sanctions evasion. scmp.com Finance ministers of G7 nations say they are responding to purchasers of Russian oil, including China, who do not respect a price cap.
(2024-10-27). Minister invites communities to share their experiences on EPWP. sanews.gov.za Minister invites communities to share their experiences on EPWP | Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson will next week launch an Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) listening tour in Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape. | During the tour, Macpherson will invite community members to share their experiences regarding the EPWP in a bid to improve and reform the programme. | The Minister will be joined by the Mayor of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality, Gary van Niekerk, Ward Councillor Jonny Arendse and EPWP officials. | The EPWP provides an important avenue for labour absorption and income…
(2024-10-27). Israel hit Iran's facilities for mixing missile fuel, satellite images suggest. scmp.com The attack may have 'significantly hampered' Tehran's ability to mass produce the ballistic weapons, one researcher says.
(2024-10-27). FM Affirms Iran's Right to Respond to Israel. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reasserted Tehran's entitlement to retaliatory response to the Israeli regime's recent act of aggression that took the lives of four Iranian servicemen.
(2024-10-27). Foreign Diplomats Condemn Israeli Attack on Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Israeli regime's recent act of aggression against Iran drew condemnation from the foreign ministers of regional countries.
(2024-10-27). Iran Will Certainly Respond to Israel: Qalibaf. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf gave an assurance that the Islamic Republic will definitely react to the Zionist regime's most recent act of aggression that took the lives of four Iranian servicemen.
(2024-10-27). People Condemn Israeli Attack on Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — People took to the streets across Iran on October 26 to condemn the Israeli regime's act of aggression against a number of military sites and praise the Iranian Armed Forces for protecting the country.
(2024-10-27). Ayatollah Khamenei: Zionist Regime Must Realize Iran's Power. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The power and determination of Iran must be taught to the Zionist regime, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said after the recent Israeli act of aggression against Iran.
(2024-10-27). Hezbollah Orders Evacuation of 25 Northern Israeli Settlements. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Hezbollah has called for the immediate evacuation of 25 Israeli settlements and towns in northern Israeli occupied Palestinian territories, amid the regime's aggression on southern Lebanon and heavy fire exchanges with the resistance movement over the past year.
(2024-10-27). Six Soldiers Killed, Dozens Injured in Truck Attack near Mossad Base in Northern Tel Aviv. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A truck attack near the Mossad headquarters in northern Tel Aviv killed six soldiers and injured at least 50 others, with several in critical condition, according to early reports.
(2024-10-27). Iran Asks UNSC to Condemn Israeli Attack. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi requested that the United Nations Security Council hold a meeting in condemnation of the Israeli regime's recent act of aggression against Iran.
(2024-10-27). Former PM Olmert: 'Gross mistake' to use Oct. 7 as argument against Palestinian state. haaretz.com At the Haaretz conference in London, Olmert and Palestinian Fatah official Nasser al-Kidwa discuss a joint peace proposal, emphasizing the need for immediate negotiations to end the cycle of violence and establish a two-state solution…
(2024-10-27). Tony Blair says Hamas cannot rule Gaza, Israel must allow alternative governing power to emerge. haaretz.com At Haaretz's London conference on Israel after Oct. 7, Blair said that while Israelis cope with multiple threats and anguish over hostages still in Gaza, Palestinians face an 'intolerable situation of repeated displacement'…
(2024-10-27). Israeli ministers visit Gaza border community attacked by Hamas on Oct. 7, absent Netanyahu. haaretz.com 'Netanyahu and Sinwar are the same to me': Israeli government ministers participated in a tour of Kibbutz Nir Oz, which was hard hit in the October 7 Hamas attack. PM Netanyahu did not respond to the invitation…
(2024-10-27). High Court rejects petition to stop Israel Police chief from removing police's legal counsel. haaretz.com The petition filed by the Movement for Quality Government in Israel said that the commissioner's attempt to dismiss Israel Police's legal counsel — after he sided with the attorney general against Ben-Gvir — undermines 'the position of important gatekeeper in the police'…
(2024-10-27). MK Ayman Odeh: It is beyond time that U.K. joins the 146 nations officially recognizing Palestine. haaretz.com Speakinf at Haaretz's London conference, Odeh argued that while Israel's Jewish-led center-left may share the goal of ousting the far-right, their vision diverges from that of Palestinian citizens, who do not share in the 'nostalgia for a time before this government'…
(2024-10-27). Israel's most beloved TV journalist blew up a building in Lebanon. Israelis didn't blink. haaretz.com Dany Cushmaro's reporting is propaganda. The fact that his salary comes from a private independent media company and not from the IDF is just a coincidence…
(2024-10-27). Israeli government's assault on justice system resumes as Knesset's winter session begins. haaretz.com On the Knesset's full agenda: judicial overhaul plans, legislation exempting ultra-Orthodox conscripts from the draft, proposals limiting teachers' free speech and bills that would increase government powers over the media…
(2024-10-27). In Israel, it's closely guarded tech. In America, anyone can use it to spy on a synagogue. haaretz.com A demonstration given to a private investigator in the United States led to the uncovering of a new form of surveillance that exploits advertising data, an international consortium of journalists shows…
(2024-10-27). Former Israeli PM Olmert: 'Gross mistake' to use Oct. 7 as argument against Palestinian state. haaretz.com Today's Haaretz conference – "Israel after October 7: Allied or Alone?" is taking place in London in cooperation with JW3 — Jewish Community Centre London, New Israel Fund U.K., Yachad, A Land for All, and Standing Together…
(2024-10-27). Israel at war, day 387: One killed, dozens wounded in truck ramming attack near IDF base. haaretz.com Israel's Mossad chief to meet CIA head, Qatari PM in Doha to restart cease-fire/hostage release negotiations ‚ñ Report: Hamas will propose deal to release all hostages in exchange for full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, release of Palestinian prisoners ‚ñ Israel's defense minister: 'Painful compromises will be necessary to fulfill our obligation to return the hostages,' not all the war's objectives can be achieved with military action ‚ñ Report: Israel destroyed air defense systems in Iran, leaving sites vulnerable ‚ñ Here's what you…
(2024-10-27). 'You entered Gaza to take revenge': Mourners eulogize IDF soldier, West Bank settler. haaretz.com Participants in the funeral of fallen Israeli reservist and West Bank settler Shuvael Ben-Natan described his desire for revenge against Palestinian women and children, and how he burned a house in Gaza without permission…
(2024-10-27). Netanyahu boasts of Israel's military gains at sparsely attended Oct. 7 memorial ceremonies. haaretz.com Israel's defense minister said at the official ceremony in memory of fallen Israeli soldiers that 'Not every goal can be reached with just military action. Force is not everything'…
(2024-10-27). Five Israeli soldiers killed in south Lebanon, one dies of wounds from Gaza combat, IDF announces. haaretz.com An initial IDF probe into the event says the force was caught by surprise by three Hezbollah militants hiding in a building. The militants threw grenades and shot toward the soldiers when a fire broke out, making the structure collapse…
(2024-10-27). Michelle Obama admits fear that Donald Trump could retake White House. scmp.com 'Why is this race even close?' the former US first lady asked as campaigned for Democrat US presidential candidate Kamala Harris.
(2024-10-27). 44-year-old Nsubuga makes Uganda's squad for ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League B. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda has named 44-year-old Frank Nsubuga on the national team squad ahead of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Cricket World Cup Challenge B. Nsubuga, who was one of the oldest players when Uganda featured in the T20 World Cup in USA and West Indies, told Xinhua on Friday, "I am …
(2024-10-27). David Rupiny is the new communication director for Alur Kingdom. independent.co.ug 
ARUA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The King of Alur Kingdom, His Royal Highness Phillip Olarker Rauni III, has appointed David Rupiny, a renowned former Radio Paidha FM and Uganda Radio Network Journalist, as the kingdom's communications director. Rupiny also established Radio Rainbow in Nebbi, and worked with other media houses, before joining the Uganda Investment …
(2024-10-27). Kiteezi landlords want compensation expedited. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Landlords whose houses were destroyed by the Kiteezi landfill want compensation expedited. Two weeks ago, State Minister for Disaster Preparedness, Relief, and Refugees Lilian Aber, assured the landlords whose properties were damaged, as well as those in the buffer zone that the government will compensate them after the valuation process …
(2024-10-27). Kwoyelo victims unhappy with 40 years jail sentence. independent.co.ug 
GULU, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | A section of victims of the crimes committed by convicted former Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) rebel commander Thomas Kwoyelo have decried the 40-years jail sentence imposed by the International Crimes Division of the High Court of Uganda. Kwoyelo was sentenced to 40 years' in jail on Friday by the court …
(2024-10-27). Masai, Saibi Chebet triumph in Uganda Mountain Running event. independent.co.ug 
Kapchorwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Prisons long-distance runner Isaac Masai has won the National Mountain Running Championships in Kapchorwa on Saturday. The newly recruited Prisons Marathon athlete won the 10 kilo-meter race in 39: 54 seconds. He was followed by Elijah Cheptoek of Arua athletics association, who crossed the finishing line in 40 minutes and …
(2024-10-27). Museveni defends government on dissolving UCDA. independent.co.ug 
Museveni: Operation Wealth Creation has done more than what UCDA has done in improving coffee productivity and marketability KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has vigorously defended his government's decision to collapse the Uganda Coffee Development Authority-UCDA downplaying the role it has played over the years in coffee development. In a seven-page response to …
(2024-10-27). Angola y Cuba: una amistad que perdura en el tiempo (+Fotos). radiohc.cu Luanda, 27 oct (Prensa Latina) Más de 36 años después, el piloto cubano y coronel retirado Humberto Trujillo, y el teniente general angoleño Fernando Amândio Mateus se fundieron en un abrazo en Cuito Cuanavale, el mismo lugar de tanta historia construida juntos.
(2024-10-27). Un deber que se gesta desde la solidaridad (+Fotos). radiohc.cu Hasta San Antonio del Sur, municipio de la más oriental provincia de Cuba, llegó la Brigada Artística Por Guantánamo mi corazón procedente Granma para ofrecer su ayuda solidaria en la recuperación de ese territorio, afectado por la Tormenta Tropical Oscar.
(2024-10-27). Presidente de Uruguay promete transición ordenada tras elecciones. radiohc.cu Montevideo, 27 oct (RHC) El presidente Luis Lacalle Pou prometió hoy una "transición bien ordenada y abierta" con quien gane las elecciones presidenciales y legislativas, que este domingo transcurren en Uruguay.
(2024-10-27). Manifestaciones contra el bloqueo a Cuba en varias ciudades de EE.UU. radiohc.cu Washington, 27 oct (RHC) Manifestaciones en Nueva York, Los àÅngeles y otras ciudades de Estados Unidos antecederán este domingo una próxima votación en la Asamblea General de la ONU de una resolución que pide levantar el bloqueo a Cuba.
(2024-10-27). Más de un centenar de muertos en Filipinas por tormenta tropical Trami. cubadebate.cu El balance por la tormenta tropical Trami en Filipinas alcanzó los 110 muertos, según los últimos datos publicados por las autoridades, que siguen buscando decenas de desaparecidos por las lluvias torrenciales. Este ciclón, que cruzó Filipinas el 24 de octubre último, se ha convertido en una de las tormentas más mortíferas en golpear este año el archipiélago.
(2024-10-27). Funcionária da embaixada da Està¥nia demitida por expor problemas sociais ucranianos. globalresearch.ca A paranóia anti-russa nos países ocidentais está a atingir níveis alarmantes. O simples fato de criticar a ideologia política do regime ucraniano já é suficiente para legitimar a perseguiàßà£o contra cidadà£os comuns nos países ocidentais. É provável que isto se …
(2024-10-27). Restablecen paso vehicular hacia el municipio guantaamero de Imías (+Fotos). radiohc.cu Guantánamo, 27 oct (RHC) El paso de vehículos para el municipio de Imías, el cual se encontraba interrumpido por las afectaciones del huracán Oscar a la provincia de Guantánamo, quedó restablecido al anochecer de este sábado, publicó en su perfil de Facebook Eduardo Rodríguez Dávila, Ministro de Transporte.
(2024-10-27). Cuba felicita a San Vicente y las Granadinas por Día de Independencia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 oct (RHC) El Gobierno de Cuba felicitó a las autoridades y al pueblo de San Vicente y las Granadinas, a propósito de cumplirse este domingo 45 años de su independencia.
(2024-10-27). La América Latina en la Cumbre de Kazán: Expansión y posibilidad de desarrollo futuro. strategic-culture.su La Cumbre de Kazán inaugura una nueva era en las relaciones entre los BRICS y América Ibérica, con amplias posibilidades de desarrollo soberano, pero aún queda mucho trabajo por hacer. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos:
(2024-10-27). ALBA-TCP aplaude ingreso de Cuba y Bolivia a los Brics. radiohc.cu Caracas, 27 oct (RHC) La Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos (ALBA-TCP) aplaudió este domingo con satisfacción el ingreso de Cuba y Bolivia como países socios de los Brics.
(2024-10-27). Uruguayos deciden hoy en las urnas. radiohc.cu Montevideo, 27 oct (RHC) Los uruguayos concurren este domingo a las urnas para decidir sobre la presidencia de la República, la composición del Parlamento y sendos plebiscitos constitucionales.
(2024-10-27). San Vicente y las Granadinas celebra 45 años de independencia. radiohc.cu Kingstown, 27 oct (RHC) San Vicente y las Granadinas festeja este domingo 45 años de independizarse de Reino Unido y la fecha llega en medio de retos por factores como el cambio climático y la devastación causada por el huracán Beryl.
(2024-10-27). Nuevas masacres israelíes contra palestinos en Gaza. radiohc.cu Ramala, 27 oct (RHC) Las autoridades sanitarias en la Franja de Gaza confirmaron hoy la muerte de 40 civiles y más de 80 heridos, en ataques aéreos israelíes contra viviendas en la ciudad de Beit Lahia, en el norte de este enclave costero.
(2024-10-27). Presidente de Cuba exhorta a superar actuales circunstancias. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 oct (RHC) El presidente y Primer Secretario del Partido Comunista de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, exhortó a intensificar los esfuerzos con el propósito de superar las circunstancias económicas nacionales y perfeccionar la sociedad.
(2024-10-27). Cienfuegos continúa proceso de rendición de cuenta del delegado a sus electores (+Fotos y audio). radiohc.cu Cienfuegos, 27 oct (RHC) El Primer Proceso de Rendición de Cuenta del delegado a sus electores, correspondiente al XVIII Período de Mandatos de las Asambleas Municipales del Poder Popular, avanza en esta provincia del centro y sur, y se extenderá hasta el 15 de noviembre, con el slogan, Desde la comunidad, hacemos Cuba.
(2024-10-27). Tumba el bloqueo, reclamo en ciudades de EEUU. radiohc.cu Washington, 27 oct (RHC) Las voces de apoyo a Cuba y contra el bloqueo se escucharon este domingo en varias ciudades de Estados Unidos, de este a oeste, desde Nueva York a San Francisco, en California.
(2024-10-27). Así podría ser el parabrisas de los autos del futuro. cubadebate.cu Hyundai y la compañía alemana Zeiss se han unido para llevar los avances tecnológicos al siguiente nivel: el desarrollo de parabrisas con pantallas holográficas integradas, cuya producción en masa está prevista para 2027.