(2024-11-02). Israel's Genocide Day 391: Israel Kills 200 Palestinians In Gaza. popularresistance.org In his first televised address as newly elected Secretary General of Hezbollah, Naim Qassem said on Wednesday that his leadership of the Lebanese resistance group will be a continuation of the leadership of his predecessor, Hasan Nasrallah, who was assassinated by Israel on September 28. Qassem affirmed that Hezbollah has not changed course despite the heavy blows it suffered with Israel's assassination of several of its top military leaders, Nasrallah included. | The Hezbollah Secretary General stated that the organization had the capacity to "fight for days, weeks, and months."
(2024-11-02). Lebanese Journalists Defy Israeli Threats To Expose The Truth. popularresistance.org While reporting from south Lebanon for the past year, Mortada has received many threats, including directly from the Israeli army's Arabic language spokesperson, Avichay Adraee. | "He put a tweet on his X account saying I'm not a journalist. I am a spy working for Hezbollah on the border," says Mortada, the Al Mayadeen field correspondent in south Lebanon, where Hezbollah fighters are fiercely resisting Israel's ongoing ground invasion and mass bombing campaign. | The Israelis started to make online polls, asking people whether they should kill me today, or tomorrow. It was hard because we know they are not jokin…
(2024-11-02). Hundreds of journalists sign letter condemning Israel for targeting and killing Palestinian reporters. wsws.org An online petition condemning the targeting and murder of Palestinian journalists by the Israeli government in Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon has received the support of nearly 800 journalists internationally.
(2024-11-02). US And Israel Oppose Entire World In UN Vote To End Cuba Blockade. popularresistance.org For the 32nd consecutive year, the entire world voted at the UN General Assembly to demand an end to the illegal US embargo against Cuba. | The United States and Israel opposed the international community in a vote of 187 to 2, on the resolution titled "Necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed by the United States of America against Cuba". | Just one country abstained: Moldova, a former Soviet republic that now has a pro-Western government that is seeking to join the European Union and NATO. | Ukraine did not vote. In 2023, Kiev had abstained.
(2024-11-02). Day 393 in Gaza: Relentless Assault on Northern Gaza Continues. imemc.org 
On Saturday, day 393 of the ongoing Israeli genocide of the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, the cutoff of northern Gaza continued for the 27th straight day with no food, water or medicine able to enter, and hospitals with no power and few supplies. Following the two airstrikes on schools sheltering displaced Palestinians Friday …
(2024-11-02). War, inequality and dictatorship: The critical issues excluded from the 2024 election. wsws.org There is a pervasive sense that the political system is dysfunctional, incapable of responding to the needs of the people and heading toward violent domestic conflict.
(2024-11-02). Mass Casualties in Gaza, Lebanon As Israeli Strikes Target Residential Areas. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Israeli airstrikes on Gaza and Lebanon left at least 84 dead on Friday, with humanitarian officials describing the relentless bombardment of residential build as "terrifying" and "inescapable."
(2024-11-02). 50 children among 84 people killed in 'brutal massacres' in Gaza. presstv.ir Two Israeli attacks on residential buildings in northern Gaza have killed 84 Palestinians, including over 50 children.
(2024-11-02). Despite strong opposition from Quebec's nurses, the FIQ trade union pushes through concessionary contract. wsws.org Coming more than 18 months after the previous contract expired, the ratification vote was more a vote of non-confidence in the FIQ leadership than a show of support for the concessions-laden contract.
(2024-11-02). Vote However You Feel; This Whole Show Is About Feelings Anyway. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Just don't make the mistake of thinking you're doing anything other than sucking on an emotional pacifier, because you're not.
(2024-11-02). Witch hunt in Israel over Haaretz 'freedom fighters' remark. newarab.com 
The Israeli daily Amos Schocken made the comments in a Haaretz conference in London on Sunday, sparking calls from the far-right government ministers to restrict the outlet's activities and pull government-linked advertisements from it. | In his English-language speech, which was aired on Wedn…
(2024-11-02). Empire's Overseers: The Two-Party Trap Of Blackface Imperialism. popularresistance.org The U.S. two-party electoral system functions as an ideological trap of white supremacy by presenting a false binary choice that constrains political imagination while masking the material reality: both parties advance imperial interests through military spending, global interventions, and economic policies that prioritize corporate power over human needs. And the elevation of Black figures like Barack Obama and Kamala Harris to command the imperial machine demonstrates the continued success of this ideological and political trap, where the incorporation of non-white actors into the U.S. imperial machinery serves…
(2024-11-02). A World Where Our Grandchildren Have To Go To A Museum To See What A Gun Looked Like. popularresistance.org In 1919, Winston Churchill wrote, 'I am strongly in favour of using poisoned gas against uncivilised tribes'. Churchill, grappling at the time with the Kurdish rebellion in northern Iraq as Britain's secretary of state for war and air, argued that such use of gas 'would spread a lively terror and yet would leave no serious permanent effects on most of those affected'. | Gas warfare had first been employed by France in August 1914 (during World War I) using tear gas, followed by Germany with the use of chlorine in April 1915 and phosgene (which enters the lungs and causes suffocation) in December 1915.
(2024-11-02). Portents Of Chaos. popularresistance.org Uh-oh. The New York Times is picking up its familiar theme now that the Nov. 5 elections are but a few days out front: Those mal-intended foreigners are again "sowing discord and chaos in hopes of discrediting American democracy," it reported in a piece published Tuesday. | The Beelzebubs haunting this political season, when everything would otherwise be orderly and altogether copacetic among Americans, are Russia, China and Iran. | Why can't this year's version of the old, reliable "Axis of Evil" leave us alone with our "democratic process," the one the rest of the world envies and resents?
(2024-11-02). Barclays Divest From Elbit Systems After Direct Action Campaign. popularresistance.org After a year-long campaign against its premises by Palestine Action and local community groups, Barclays PLC has sold all of its shareholdings in Elbit Systems Ltd (ELST). Until recently, Barclays owned over 16,000 shares in Elbit Systems, Israel's largest weapons company. | Starting just over one year ago, Palestine Action's campaign saw activists undertake 54 actions against Barclays premises nation-wide. Smashing branch windows, spraying them in blood-red paint, many of these actions put Barclays sites out of operation for weeks, actions which sought to raise the costs associated with dealing with Elbit.
(2024-11-02). Doubling Down on 'Too Much Heat'. pressenza.com A recent Arctic News headline d/d October 4, 2024 refers to one of the most significant climate-related studies this year. It describes in detail the worldwide all-encompassing danger of loss of sea ice: Double Blue Ocean Event, 2025? It demands attention. | A casual reading of climate change literature reveals several mentions of ecosystem impairment or collapse of one sort or another occurring in various timeframes this century. In that context, nothing quite compares to a Double Blue Ocean Event. This event, should it occur, changes everything. It has the potential to be the "holocaust of climate change" with…
(2024-11-02). Forum defends anti-imperialist Marxism and People's China. workers.org 
On Oct. 24, 2024, in New York City, Friends of Socialist China celebrated the release of two revolutionary books: "People's China at 75: The Flag Stays Red," edited by Carlos Martinez and Keith Bennett, and "Western Marxism," a collection of essays by the Italian Marxist-Leninist Domenico Losurdo, translated into English . . . |
(2024-11-02). 'MAGA Abortion Bans Kill Women': Pregnant Texas Teen Dead After Care Denied. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-02). Cuba out of electricity? Why it happened. workers.org 
Katrien De Muynck October 21, 2024 Published in French at Investigaction.net. Translation: John Catalinotto. There is virtually no electrical power in Cuba. Cuba specialist Katrien De Muynck explains how it came to this. At his press conference on Friday, Oct. 18, Cuban Vice President Manuel Marrero asked the Cuban people . . . |
(2024-11-02). Despite fierce opposition, Philadelphia City Council introduces billionaires' arena bill. workers.org 
Philadelphia Which side are you on? That's the question being asked of 17 Philadelphia City Council members over the next few weeks. Philadelphia march, Oct. 24, 2024. WW PHOTO: Joe Piette On one side are several billionaires proposing a $1.55 billion 76ers basketball arena next to the Chinatown community in . . . |
(2024-11-02). 'Red for Bread' mobilizes support for Starbucks union. workers.org 
Since July, Starbucks Workers United has been promoting monthly "Red for Bread" days of action. In October, what had been a long weekend of solidarity the three previous months was expanded to a full week of leafleting and picketing outside Starbucks stores. Over 550 separate actions took place from Oct. . . . |
(2024-11-02). Australia: Hospital-acquired COVID infection caused more than 6,000 cases and almost 300 deaths in NSW last year. wsws.org This is a direct product of the conscious and planned abolition of virtually all public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID, including the removal of mask mandates in hospitals.
(2024-11-02). Australian prime minister fails to stem Qantas upgrades scandal. wsws.org Such scandals, heavily promoted by the corporate media outlets, are invariably mechanisms for executing political shifts as governments unravel in the face of popular hostility.
(2024-11-02). No Other Land playing in New York for one week but no US distributor—A courageous indictment of Israel's crimes and its defenders. wsws.org The film recounts the expulsion of Palestinian villagers from Masafer Yatta, a settlement of 19 villages south of Hebron in the West Bank.
(2024-11-02). Wartime economy vs. public education: Harris' platform promotes the school-to-military industry pipeline. wsws.org No matter the outcome of the election, the frontal assault on the social right to high-quality public education will continue to escalate.
(2024-11-02). The German government's "security package": a further step towards a police state. wsws.org New laws tightening gun control and increasing deportations are part of the attempts by the German government to prepare the state for the impending explosive conflicts with the working class.
(2024-11-02). Australian university educators send message of support to striking US Boeing workers. wsws.org Workers and students at Western Sydney University in Australia have sent solidarity greetings to the striking Boeing workers in the United States.
(2024-11-02). Australian COVID inquiry promotes "let it rip," denounces public health measures. wsws.org The report, riddled with lies and misinformation, is a crude justification for the subordination of public health and lives to the profit interests of the corporate and financial elite.
(2024-11-02). PepsiCo announces closure of four US plants, eliminating 500 jobs. wsws.org Workers at the plant on the south side of Chicago last Monday reported arriving to locked gates as well as delivery drivers unaware the plant was shut down permanently.
(2024-11-02). Red Path film on Jihadi violence and trauma in Tunisian youth. newarab.com 
Lofti Achour's debut feature, The Tunis-born writer-director studied Economics in his hometown and turned to acting after expe…
(2024-11-02). Algeria marks 70 years since start of independence war with France. newarab.com 
Algeria marked the 70th anniversary of the launch of its war for independence from France with a military parade on Friday, as Military jets soared over the shimmering bay of Algiers, leaving contrails against the blue sky, as columns of troops marched past the city's largest mosque, drawing applause from thousands of spectators. | Algeria's bloody eight-year war for independence after more than a century of French rule began on November 1, 1954. Guerrillas from…
(2024-11-02). Beirut bombing sign of Israel's rejection of ceasefire: Lebanon. newarab.com 
At least 10 strikes hit the southern suburbs of the capital before dawn after the Israeli military issued evacuation warnings early Friday morning – when people were likely deep asleep. | Lebanese media footage showed explosions and clouds of smoke amid reports that buildings were…
(2024-11-02). Canada's antisemitism guide will 'silence criticism of Israel'. newarab.com 
The government of The Canadian Handbook on the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism is described by the government as "an educational resource as part of its commitment to combating antisemitism".
(2024-11-02). Did Barclays disinvest from major Israeli arms supplier. newarab.com 
UK banking firm
(2024-11-02). Egypt activists urge government to seize Israel bound arms ship. newarab.com 
A group of Egyptian activists have filed an urgent The ship, MV Kathrin, arrived at Alexandria Port on 28 October after several count…
(2024-11-02). Iran could retaliate against Israel 'within days': reports. newarab.com 
Axios, citing Israeli intelligence sources,
(2024-11-02). Israeli airstrikes are causing a dangerous 'smog soup' in Beirut. newarab.com 
Experts in Lebanon have told The New Arab they are concerned about the impact of
(2024-11-02). Israeli strikes kill 47 in Gaza as ceasefire talks stumble. newarab.com 
Overnight shelling by Israeli forces on the besieged
(2024-11-02). Morocco rights activist freed but still faces prosecution. newarab.com 
(2024-11-02). N. Gaza 'apocalyptic,' everyone at 'imminent risk' of death: UN. newarab.com 
The situation in the "The entire Palestinian population in North Gaza is at imminent risk of dying from disease, famine and violence," they said in a statement signed by the acting U.N. aid chief Joyce Msuya, heads of U.N. agencies, including U.N. children's agency UNICEF and the World Food Programme, and other aid groups. | Israel began a wide military push in northern Gaza last mont…
(2024-11-02). New Israel bill seeks to bar Palestinian Knesset candidates. newarab.com 
A bill that is largely seen as discriminatory against The bill, introduced by
(2024-11-02). Saudi Arabia releases prominent detainee Abdullah Al-Maliki. newarab.com 
Prominent Al-Maliki was detained in 2017 following a raid on his home over public support for jailed members of the Saudi Civil and Political Rights Association (ACPRA) and opposition to normalisation policies, according to Sanad Rights Fo…
(2024-11-02). Tunisia sentences influencer to 4 years after new TikTok law. newarab.com 
(2024-11-02). UK Arabs demand Lammy apologise for denial of Gaza genocide. newarab.com 
More than 300 prominent figures from the Arab-British community have signed an open letter calling on The open letter, initiated by the British Arab Assembly this week, expressed its "profound condemnation of Foreign Secretary David Lammy's recent statements which deny classifying the events in Gaz…
(2024-11-02). UN chief 'appalled' by paramilitary violence in Sudan: spokesman. newarab.com 
UN chief Antonio Guterres condemns recent attacks in Sudan by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in "The Secretary-General is appalled by reports of large numbers of civilians being killed, detained and displaced, acts of sexual violence against women and girls, the looting of homes and markets and the burning of farms," spokesman Stephane Dujarric said. | "Such acts may constitute serious violations of int…
(2024-11-02). US truce efforts on Lebanon fail over 'unrealistic' proposal. newarab.com 
(2024-11-02). Hezbollah Falls into the Crosshairs. newarab.com 
This week on The New Arab Voice podcast we look at the escalating conflict in Lebanon. | In recent months Israeli airstrikes have ramped up, targeting Hezbollah's military stores, infrastructure, and its leadership. Additionally, Israeli troops have crossed the border and are confronting Hezbollah on the ground. | Efforts are now ramping up to bring about a ceasefire, but nothing has been agreed yet, and it is still unclear what the terms of the deal would be. Also up for discussion is the state of Hezbollah as an armed group. | How is Lebanon coping with the rising violence and the ever growing risks? Is this…
(2024-11-02). Sustained drive set to boost spending. ecns.cn China will ramp up efforts to reinvigorate consumer spending and drive domestic demand across various sectors, to give a much-needed fillip to the country's economic growth momentum in the final stretch of the year, officials and analysts said.
(2024-11-02). Modernity encounters ancient civilization. ecns.cn Spanning millennia, the history and mystery of Sanxingdui's ancient civilization is reaching international audiences through modern digital platforms.
(2024-11-02). The Three-Body Problem graphic novel a hit at Frankfurt fair. ecns.cn The graphic novel adaptation of The Three-Body Problem created by artist Wu Qingsong combines traditional Chinese painting with a modern touch to vividly depict the grand world of the sci-fi story.
(2024-11-02). Fridge magnets prove hot sales items at museums. ecns.cn Fridge magnets inspired by the phoenix coronet of Empress Xiaoduan from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) have gone viral on social media, with a flood of posts sharing purchase experiences, attracting large crowds to the museum shop.
(2024-11-02). New climate financing goal expected. ecns.cn China will collaborate with other Global South countries at an upcoming conference to push for a new, ambitious climate financing goal from developed nations that can adequately support climate actions in developing countries.
(2024-11-02). Intensive stimulus urged to lift demand. ecns.cn China's upcoming stimulus program may need to be one of greater intensity than the one initiated 10 years ago in order to revive the world's second-largest economy from a lingering downward spiral of insufficient aggregate demand, said an economist and national political adviser.
(2024-11-02). Washington meeting eyes maintaining financial ties. ecns.cn The China-U.S. Financial Working Group held its sixth meeting in Washington in October and exchanged views on the economic situation and financial policies — a move experts said sends a signal of maintaining consistent bilateral financial cooperation amid elevated uncertainties.
(2024-11-02). Xi, UAE president exchange greetings. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping stressed his readiness to bring the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and the United Arab Emirates to a higher level on Friday, as the two nations marked the 40th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties.
(2024-11-02). UN investigative report details violence in Gaza. ecns.cn A newly published United Nations investigative report has found that Israel has "perpetrated a concerted policy to destroy Gaza's healthcare system" amid continuing strikes in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, which Lebanon's prime minister say suggest a 'rejection' of cease-fire.
(2024-11-02). Brazil eyes web cooperation with China. ecns.cn Brazil's top envoy to Beijing has highlighted the immense potential for cooperation with China over the Internet, saying that China's expertise in cutting-edge technology could be instrumental for the Latin American nation.
(2024-11-02). China to give visa-free treatment to another 9 countries. ecns.cn Beijing decided to give visa-free treatment to another nine countries to further encourage cross-border travel, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Friday.
(2024-11-02). China envoy calls for end of arms shipments to Ukraine. ecns.cn China's envoy to the United Nations on Thursday called for de-escalating the conflict in Ukraine and a halt to arms shipments there.
(2024-11-02). Xi stresses commitment to 'one country, two systems'. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping reiterated on Friday that the central government is committed to unwaveringly implementing "one country, two systems", "Macao people governing Macao" and a high degree of autonomy in the Macao Special Administrative Region.
(2024-11-02). Future for Sino-African ties hailed. ecns.cn Experts believe the future of the partnership is brighter, noting that the summit displayed renewed relations and development prospects between the two parties.
(2024-11-02). China, Slovakia elevate ties. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and visiting Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico decided on Friday to elevate bilateral ties to a strategic partnership as China and the Central European country are committed to upgrading their 75-year-old relationship.
(2024-11-02). Xi meets Macao's incoming chief executive Sam Hou Fai. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping on Friday met with Sam Hou Fai, who was newly elected as the chief executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) and recently appointed by China's central government.
(2024-11-02). 41st Antarctic expedition sets sail for 7 months. ecns.cn China's 41st Antarctic expedition team, gathered aboard the country's two polar icebreakers Xuelong and Xuelong 2, or Snow Dragon and Snow Dragon 2, set sail from Guangzhou, Guangdong province, on Friday headed south to conduct scientific investigations in the polar region for seven months.
(2024-11-02). Study reveals more about Taklimakan Desert. ecns.cn A study by Chinese scientists recently discovered that the existing landscape of the Taklimakan Desert in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region began taking shape approximately 300,000 years ago, and speculated that the initial formation of the desert dates back about 1.8 million years ago.
(2024-11-02). Agri fair features range of domestic innovations. ecns.cn The country's increasing adoption of smart technologies in food production was recently showcased at an annual fair in Yangling, Shaanxi province, which featured a range of domestic agricultural innovations focused on boosting productivity.
(2024-11-02). Sky's the limit amid aerial drone, license demand. ecns.cn With widespread application of drones in different areas and government regulations increasingly expanding licensed usage, there has been a growing demand in the training industry to churn out skilled operators to fly the aerial devices.
(2024-11-02). Article debunks myths related to pregnancy>. ecns.cn "An old saying goes that getting pregnant will result in three years of haziness, but in fact, pregnancy can make women brighter," said the article.China Association for Science and Technology said in early 2022 that caring for children will make mothers tense, tired, suffer sleep deprivation and thus more likely to make mistakes.
(2024-11-02). Draft law to ensure kids' privacy, safety. ecns.cn A draft law focusing on protecting privacy and safety of preschool children will have its third review next week.
(2024-11-02). China and U.S. deepen cooperation on reducing methane emissions. ecns.cn China looks forward to maintaining communication and deepening practical cooperation with the United States, to jointly explore new pathways and methods for controlling the emission of methane, a greenhouse gas much more potent than carbon dioxide.
(2024-11-02). Unlock Chinese Cities | Eyelashes made in this Chinese city set to lead global fashion trend. ecns.cn A single false eyelash not only enhances a wearer's charm, but also helps boost the beauty industry in Pingdu, Shandong Province. China leads the world in eyelash production, with Pingdu at the forefront.
(2024-11-02). Cuba is monitoring large low-pressure area in adjacent seas. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 2 (Prensa Latina) Cuba is monitoring a large low-pressure area that might develop in the next few days, favored by atmospheric conditions in the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
(2024-11-02). Cuba's Havana Club rum wins seven international awards. plenglish.com Havana, Nov 2 (Prensa Latina) Havana Club Internacional S.A. (HCI) reported that Cuba's Havana Club rum had won seven awards, including five gold medals and a Master medal, in competitions in 2024.
(2024-11-02). Iranian minister to visit Cuba to boost bilateral cooperation. plenglish.com Tehran, Nov 2 (Prensa Latina) The development of bilateral cooperation is part of Iranian Minister of Communications and Technology Seyed Satar Hashemi's agenda, based on technological diplomacy, during his visit to Cuba, an official source reported on Friday.
(2024-11-02). Two years on, Tigray war survivors hope time will heal the scars of war. aljazeera.com More than half the civilian casualties during the 2020-2022 Tigray war were left with disabilities after the conflict.
(2024-11-02). Arizona top prosecutor investigating Trump's comments about 'gunfire'. aljazeera.com Former president's comments about Liz Cheney described as 'deeply troubling'.
(2024-11-02). Harris and Trump hold last Friday night rallies in battleground Milwaukee. aljazeera.com The events capped a day of crisscrossing the US heartland.
(2024-11-02). Supreme Court rejects bid by GOP not to count some Pennsylvania ballots. aljazeera.com Republicans wanted some so-called provisional ballots to be rejected.
(2024-11-02). What's at stake for Russia's Putin in the US election? aljazeera.com Trump's first term showed that while a win for him could help Russia in Ukraine, it would bring its own challenges, too.
(2024-11-02). Tall Climate Tales from the BBC Corrected. expose-news.com Paul Homewood's annual review of the BBC's climate output sets out more than 30 of the most egregious misrepresentations of the facts, with climate change spuriously blamed for everything from hot weather …
(2024-11-02). EcoWaste Coalition to Cemetery Visitors: Next Undas, Please Bring Your Discards Home! pressenza.com 
Overflowing Garbage Bins Observed in Most Cemeteries: | 2 November 2024, Quezon City. While pleased with the massive influx of people in cemeteries signifying that the beautiful age-old Undas tradition of remembering our dearly departed ones remains alive, a waste and pollution watchdog group lamented the garbage left by visitors in burial grounds regarded as sacred. | On November 1, Basura Patrollers belonging to the EcoWaste Coalition visited 27 public and private cemeteries, including 17 in Metro Manila, 3 in Laguna, 2 in Cavite, 2 in Rizal and 1 each in Bataan, Bulacan, and Pampanga. | "While litterin…
(2024-11-02). Journalist Killed in India's UP, PEC Demands Justice. pressenza.com Geneva: One more journalist has been murdered in the central Indian State of Uttar Pradesh (UP) to increase the tally to four victims this year till date, which is condemned by global media safety and rights body Press Emblem Campaign (
(2024-11-02). CADTM International Council | Day 2 | A global overview of political, social and economic situations. cadtm.org
(2024-11-02). CADTM International Council | Day 1 | The polycrisis of capitalism. cadtm.org
(2024-11-02). Demanding Debt, Economic and Climate Justice! cadtm.org
(2024-11-02). IMF and BRICS: no return to Bretton Woods. cadtm.org This week the IMF-World Bank semi-annual meeting takes place in Washington, US. At the same time, the BRICS+ group meets in Kazan, Russia, that set the future world economic order to be established at the end of WW2. At the time, the then US president Franklin Roosevelt offered these prophetic words: "The point in history at which we stand is full of promise and of danger. The world will either move toward unity and widely shared prosperity or it will move apart into necessarily competing (…) | – | / | <...
(2024-11-02). Rising dangers of imperial+sub-imperial partnering. cadtm.org Following the Johannesburg BRICS summit in August 2023, the new 'BRICS+' — whose leadership will be hosted by Vladimir Putin in Kazan from October 22-24 — now consist of not only Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, but also Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates — with Saudi Arabia potentially joining before 2024 ends, in the event Donald Trump is not elected U.S. President on November 5.
| And on November 18-19 in Rio de Janeiro, Inácio Lula da Silva will welcome leaders of (…) | – | /…
(2024-11-02). The Kenyan Uprising. cadtm.org
(2024-11-02). About Microchips… Again. . smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2024-11-02). Oldies But Goldies… smoothiex12.blogspot.com It is Friday and time to reminisce about happy childhood in early 1960s…Getting into christmacy mood early…
(2024-11-02). Lebanon says Israel 'rejecting efforts made to secure ceasefire'. presstv.ir Lebanon says the Israeli Prime Minister has rejected his country's ceasefire proposal.
(2024-11-02). It is not in any way 'feminist', 'progressive' or 'humanitarian' to bomb innocent children. indybay.org Greta Thunberg isn't endorsing either candidate.
(2024-11-02). Central African Republic: Clean drinking water remains a luxury. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). COP29: The ICRC's call to implement ambitious mitigation measures and scale up climate action in conflict settings. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). The Global Network for Weapon-Wounded Care and Surgical Learning Hub. icrc.org Enhancing Surgical Care in Conflict Settings…
(2024-11-02). ICRC in Afghanistan — Summary. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). IHL commemoration in Romania: 70 years since the ratification of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Information for people affected by the conflict in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: Missing a pastry-scented home. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Nigeria: Overcoming mental health challenges in the face of crisis. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Philippines: Memories of Marawi. icrc.org Seven years after the conflict, families of missing are still seeking answers…
(2024-11-02). Philippines: Restoring hope for families displaced by armed conflict. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Poland: Polish Red Cross launched Emblem Campaign. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). China: Experts gather to explore Chinese traditions and international humanitarian concepts. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). International Conference joint IFRC-ICRC statement: Concrete actions urgently needed following commitments at the Red Cross and Red Crescent International Conference. icrc.org Geneva, 31 October (ICRC/IFRC)…
(2024-11-02). Philippines: International humanitarian law handbook turned over to BARMM Parliament. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Joint Press Release: AU-ICRC Roundtable Reinforces Commitment to Strengthening Conduct and Discipline in Peace Support Operations. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Lebanon: ICRC deploys surgical team amid escalating humanitarian crisis. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Nigeria: Admissions of malnourished children rise amid four-year high in food insecurity due to conflict and climate. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Operational Update on Syria: ICRC Response to the fallout in Syria of escalating hostilities in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Investigating and prosecuting serious violations: an important tool against impunity. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). Let us remember that disarmament saves lives, curbs arms race, moderates the inhumanity of war, and fosters peace. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). ICRC President Speech at International Conference on Lebanon. icrc.org
(2024-11-02). International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement Joint Statement on the 2024 Council of Delegates Outcomes. icrc.org Geneva, 29 October 2024…
(2024-11-02). Mirjana Spoljaric: 34th RCRC International Conference Opening Remarks. icrc.org 28th October 2024…
(2024-11-02). 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…
(2024-11-02). CPJ, 27 partners call on Sandvine to strengthen commitment to human rights and remediate harms. sandvine.com
(2024-11-02). The Call to Prayer and Its Great Virtue — Part 1. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Indeed, there are numerous texts about the Adhan- the call to the prayer and an announcement of its beginning time through specific wordings- in the Sunnah of the noble Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, demonstrating its virtue, great importance, …
(2024-11-02). Senator Mannion Responds To Speaker Johnson's Call To Repeal The CHIPS and Science Act That Will Create Thousands of Jobs In Central NY and The Mohawk Valley. urbancny.com 
Josh Aviv, founder and CEO of SparkCharge, introduces President Biden at the Rose Garden signing of the CHIPS and Science Act. Aviv started SparkCharge while a student at Syracuse University. The company utilized local startup resources including the NYSERDA Clean Tech Center at CenterState CEO's Tech Garden. (CenterState CEO photo) Syracuse, NY— New York State Senator John Mannion today released the following statement after Speaker of the House Mike Johnson — standing alongside Rep. Brandon Williams, said he would repeal the CHIPS Act in the next Congress. Senator John W. Mannion said, "Once again, v…
(2024-11-02). Divided Diwali: Pawar Clan's Political Padwa Split in Baramati. devdiscourse.com In a poignant illustration of the political rift, Baramati, Maharashtra, witnessed divided Diwali Padwa celebrations, orchestrated by separate factions of the influential Pawar family. Once a unified festivity led by Nationalist Congress Party (SCP) patriarch Sharad Pawar, the event now mirrors the political stakes as Maharashtra's assembly elections loom.
(2024-11-02). Himachal CM Sukhu Celebrates Govardhan Puja, Highlights State Achievements. devdiscourse.com Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, alongside his family, observed Govardhan Puja at his official residence, Oak Over, on Saturday. The ceremony was attended by Dehra MLA and the Chief Minister's spouse, Kamlesh Thakur, as they offered prayers for the state's peace and prosperity.
(2024-11-02). US-South Korea Condemn China's Escalating Military Moves Near Taiwan. devdiscourse.com On Friday, the United States and South Korea issued a joint statement protesting China's recent aggressive military activities near Taiwan, citing escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait. Focus Taiwan reported the joint declaration following the 2024 2+2 ministerial meeting underscoring the importance of maintaining stability in the region.
(2024-11-02). Drone Warfare: Russia's Looming Threat Over Kyiv. devdiscourse.com On a menacing note, Russia executed a nighttime drone strike on Kyiv stretching into the late morning, injuring at least one individual, as per city authorities on Saturday.
(2024-11-02). Nawab Malik's Confident Bid Amid Opposition: A Political Showdown in Mankhurd-Shivaji Nagar. devdiscourse.com Nawab Malik, the NCP leader and candidate from Mankhurd-Shivaji Nagar, voiced his unwavering confidence in securing a victory in the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. Despite facing formidable opposition from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiv Sena Shinde faction, Malik remains optimistic about his chances.
(2024-11-02). Shiv Sena's Arvind Sawant Apologizes Amid 'Imported Maal' Controversy. devdiscourse.com Arvind Sawant, a senior leader from Shiv Sena (UBT), issued an apology following his controversial 'imported maal' remark directed at fellow Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC. Sawant claimed that his words were taken out of context and emphasized that disrespect towards women was never his intention.
(2024-11-02). Congress Strikes Back: Tiwari and Ramesh Criticize Modi's Accusations. devdiscourse.com On Saturday, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari and General Secretary Jairam Ramesh launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, countering his allegations of Congress making 'fake promises' ahead of the elections. Tiwari rebuked the BJP for not delivering on pledges regarding inflation control, job creation, and financial aid, labeling the party's assurances as misleading. Questioning Modi's narrative, Tiwari remarked, 'Their promises turned out to be false. I do not call them (BJP) liars, but their promises are false.'
(2024-11-02). Pant's Blazing Fastest Fifty Lights Up India-New Zealand Test. devdiscourse.com In a thrilling display of aggressive cricket, Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant set a new record by hitting the fastest Test half-century for the hosts against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. Pant reached the fifty-run milestone in a mere 36 balls during Day 2 of the third and final Test of the series.
(2024-11-02). USPL Season 3 Set to Dazzle Fans with Star-Studded Commentary Team. devdiscourse.com The United States Premier League (USPL) proudly unveiled its star-studded commentary lineup for the upcoming third season, set to commence on November 22 at Broward County Stadium in Florida. The tournament will wrap up on December 1, promising action-packed cricket for fans worldwide.
(2024-11-02). Shah Rukh Khan: The Undisputed King of Bollywood at 59. devdiscourse.com As Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan marks his 59th birthday, reflections on his extraordinary journey from a New Delhi native to becoming the 'King of Bollywood' abound. Khan's tale is one of remarkable talent, unyielding perseverance, and an indomitable spirit that has captivated millions.
(2024-11-02). Smog Crisis: Capital Chokes Under Hazardous Air Quality. devdiscourse.com The national capital is engulfed in smog, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching alarming levels of 296 at 7 am Saturday, according to SAFAR. Anand Vihar registered an AQI of 380 at 7 am, classified as 'very poor'. Meanwhile, ITO reported an AQI of 253 at 6 am, RK Puram 346, IGI Airport T3 342, and Dwarka Sector 8 hit 308, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
(2024-11-02). CM Yogi Adityanath's Dialogue with the People: A Step Towards Justice. devdiscourse.com On Saturday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath conducted a 'Janata Darshan' at Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur. During the event, Adityanath attentively heard the concerns of the locals, directing officials to address these issues promptly, ensuring justice for all.
(2024-11-02). Baramati's Diwali Padwa: A Celebration and Political Battlefield. devdiscourse.com This Diwali Padwa, Baramati stands out not only as a hub of cultural festivities but also as a significant political arena. Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MP Supriya Sule lauded the traditional Padwa celebrations, long hosted at Sharad Pawar's residence since his election in 1967, marking their cultural prominence in the region.
(2024-11-02). Vistara Flight Bound for Amritsar Diverted to Chandigarh. devdiscourse.com A Vistara flight en route from Mumbai to Amritsar faced an unexpected change in its course on Saturday morning, owing to inclement weather conditions at its destination.
(2024-11-02). Diwali Padwa at Pawar's: A Political and Cultural Tradition. devdiscourse.com The Nationalist Congress Party's Supriya Sule marked Diwali Padwa with festivities at the Baramati home of party chief Sharad Pawar, maintaining a long-standing tradition. Sule remarked on the ubiquity of the celebration in Baramati, a region she noted has celebrated Diwali Padwa fervently since Sharad Pawar's first election win in 1967.
(2024-11-02). Diwali Padwa Celebrations Amidst Intensifying Maharashtra Political Battles. devdiscourse.com Sharad Pawar, the chief of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), marked Diwali Padwa celebrations at his Baramati residence in Maharashtra, greeting well-wishers and party workers. Diwali Padwa, also called Bali Puja, marks the first day of Kartik Pratipada, following the main Diwali celebrations.
(2024-11-02). Tensions Escalate: Projectiles from Lebanon Injure 19 in Central Israel. devdiscourse.com Nineteen people in the Sharon region of central Israel were injured after three projectiles were launched from Lebanon into Israeli territory, police reported on Saturday.
(2024-11-02). BJP's Dilip Ghosh Accuses TMC of Intimidation Ahead of West Bengal Bypolls. devdiscourse.com In a scathing critique, Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) leader Dilip Ghosh has accused the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) of cultivating an environment of fear and tension as the Medinipur by-elections approach. Ghosh alleged that the TMC government manipulates the electoral atmosphere, fostering fear right before the polls.
(2024-11-02). Ruben Amorim Steps In as Manchester United's New Head Coach. devdiscourse.com In a bold move, Manchester United has announced the appointment of Ruben Amorim as its new head coach, following the recent sacking of Erik Ten Hag. Amorim, who joins from Sporting CP, will officially begin his tenure at Old Trafford on November 11, with a contract extending through 2027 and the option of an additional year.
(2024-11-02). Even before gag order is lifted, Netanyahu strives to control a security affair's narrative. haaretz.com A spokesman for Netanyahu allegedly did not pass security-clearance checks but still received classified information. When the order is lifted, the question will be how high the suspicions go — and the impact on relations between the prime minister on one side and defense and judiciary chiefs on the other…
(2024-11-02). Dozens killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon over last day. haaretz.com 84 people were killed in IDF attacks according to Gaza's health authorities over the last 24 hours, as UN humanitarian agency leaders described conditions in northern Gaza as 'apocalyptic.' In Lebanon, 45 people were reportedly killed by Israeli airstrikes in the Bekaa Valley…
(2024-11-02). 11 wounded after projectile from Lebanon hits building in central Israel. haaretz.com IRAN: CNN reports that Iran may strike Israel before the U.S. presidential elections ‚ñ GAZA: 84 reportedly killed in IDF strikes in last day, UN warns northern Gaza is 'apocalyptic,' everyone at 'imminent risk' of death ‚ñ LEBANON: Media reports say 45 people killed in Israeli-attributed strikes in Bekaa Valley ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Hamas source says group rejected temporary cease-fire deal proposal by mediators…
(2024-11-02). Even if removed from Israel's border, Hezbollah will keep control of Lebanon's politics. haaretz.com Lebanon has a caretaker government and an army at a historical low, so it may prove unable to carry out Israel's demands in a cease-fire deal — and might look like it's betraying the national interest. Hezbollah and Iran could profit…
(2024-11-02). Ireland celebrates 20 years of humanitarian work in Karamoja. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ireland Embassy in Uganda has commemorated its twentieth anniversary of steering development initiatives in the Karamoja sub-region. H.E Kevin Colgan, the Irish Ambassador to Uganda noted that it is important to maintain Ireland's connection with the region for than twenty years of Irish missionaries and Non-Governmental Organizations that have worked …
(2024-11-02). Judiciary seeks new Deputy Chief Justice. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Judiciary is seeking a new Deputy Chief Justice in preparation for the coming retirement of Richard Buteera who has been holding the second highest office in the institution since 2020. Buteera is expected to clock the mandatory retirement age of 70 years for Court of Appeal Justices / Constitutional …
(2024-11-02). Man United to find Chelsea a tough nut to crack at Old Trafford. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Matchday 10 of the 2024-25 Premier League season is headlined by a clash of Manchester United and Chelsea, with the two heavyweights set for a blockbuster game on Sunday evening. United have endured a difficult season thus far and could really do with a marquee win at Old Trafford, …
(2024-11-02). Manchester United confirm Amorim as new manager. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Manchester United on Friday confirmed Portugal's Ruben Amorim as the club's new manager, replacing Erik ten Hag who was sacked earlier in the week. Amorim has signed a contract until June 2027 and will take up his new role on November 11, meaning that Ruud van Nistelrooy will remain in …
(2024-11-02). New 5,000-seater All Sanits Cathedral opened. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Hundreds of Anglicans from the Kampala Diocese braved the morning rain to witness the consecration of the long-awaited 5,000-seater new All Saints Cathedral, alongside the enthronement of their fifth assistant bishop. The service drew nearly all bishops from the Church of Uganda Province, as well as other clergy members, …
(2024-11-02). Uganda's elite golfers 6th in Africa, best in East Africa. independent.co.ug 
African Golf | LOUIS JADWONG & AGENCIES | South Africa were in their own league Friday, winning the 2024 All Africa Golf Team Championship title in Bulawayo by a mile, as Uganda's elite amateur golfers — a stunning 48 strokes behind — consoled themselves by recapturing East African glory with a strong 6th finish. Also in his …
(2024-11-02). The 4 types of systemic therapy for breast cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Editor's note: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Treatment for breast cancer can come in many forms. In addition to surgery to remove cancerous tissue and radiation therapy, breast cancer also is commonly treated with drugs that are taken orally or intravenously, as an infusion into a vein. Drugs that treat cancer also are called systemic therapies. Types of systemic therapies for breast cancer include chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted-drug therapy and immunotherapy. "The goal of…
(2024-11-02). Mayo Clinic experts highlight advances in breast cancer research: Decreasing the need for chemotherapy and reducing the intensity of radiation therapy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Lifesaving cancer therapies can cause serious side effects, both immediately and later in life. "It is essential to continue to study innovative approaches that will eradicate the disease but won't diminish the quality of life for patients diagnosed with cancer," says Roberto Leon-Ferre, M.D., a breast medical oncologist at Mayo Clinic. With breast cancer rates rising among younger people, the need for treatments that provide excellent outcomes with fewer side effects is…
(2024-11-02). 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…
(2024-11-02). Mayo Clinic Minute: Boosting kids' health literacy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org October is National Health Literacy Month. Health literacy refers to the ability of people to find, understand, and use information and services to make informed health-related decisions and actions for themselves and others. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Angela Mattke, a pediatrician with Mayo Clinic's Children's Center, explains how Mayo Clinic is leading the way to enhance health literacy for kids through engaging books to inform and inspire young people. Watch: The Mayo Clinic…
(2024-11-02). Mayo Clinic Minute: How change in sunlight can affect your mood. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Many parts of the U.S. — and the world — will soon "fall back" as daylight saving time ends and clocks fall back one hour. This year, the change takes place in the U.S. at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 3. That means an extra hour of sleep — and earlier sunrises and sunsets. How does less sun affect your mood and level of energy? Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says…
(2024-11-02). 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…
(2024-11-02). Mayo Clinic Q and A: What is cardiac amyloidosis? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My dad was diagnosed with cardiac amyloidosis shortly after his 70th birthday. It's difficult to pronounce let alone understand. What is cardiac amyloidosis? Am I at risk if it is genetic? ANSWER: Amyloidosis is a rare condition defined by the abnormal production of proteins that bind together to form amyloid proteins. These amyloids can gather in different organs throughout the body, including the heart, liver and kidneys. When amyloids form in the…
(2024-11-02). (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…
(2024-11-02). 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,"…
(2024-11-02). 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….
(2024-11-02). 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…
(2024-11-02). 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 performs its first paired living liver donation People can donate up to 70% of their liver because the liver has the unique ability to regenerate itself within a month. While paired living donation is commonly used for kidney transplants, it is relatively rare for liver transplants. Surgeons recently performed Mayo Clinic's first paired living liver donation,…
(2024-11-02). Regenerative biotherapeutics trainee comes full circle. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic sports medicine specialist Joshua Romero, M.D., combines his interest in regenerative biotherapeutics into his research and practice.
(2024-11-02). Manufacturing engineers on the cusp of delivering new biotherapies. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Manufacturing engineers are at the forefront of bringing new medicines derived from human sources such as cells, blood and genes to patients. They produce what are often first-of-their kind biotherapies for diseases that previously had few or no treatment options. "The most interesting thing about our job is being able to be part of a team that brings transformative cell-based therapies to the clinic," says Kyle Ecker, advanced biomanufacturing engineer supervisor at Mayo Clinic in…
(2024-11-02). Adapting to life after spinal cord injury with rehab and determination. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org What began as a creative backyard project changed Laurie Reese's life forever. An avid gardener, Laurie envisioned turning an unused outhouse on their property into an ideal garden shed. So on a November day in 2007, Laurie's husband, Pete, used their skid loader to move the structure. While Laurie was guiding Pete, she noticed the outhouse was wobbling, so she put her hands out to steady it. That's when the structure fell over, trapping Laurie…
(2024-11-02). Cracking the code ⚪ how the Human Phenotype Ontology advances genetic discovery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers are using a new tool known as the Human Phenotype Ontology to help them identify previously unknown genetic diseases and diagnose the people who have them.
(2024-11-02). Mayo Clinic Q and A: How breast cancer screening can save lives. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm about to turn 40, and I'm nervous about getting my first mammogram. I hear they can be uncomfortable or even painful. Is breast cancer screening really that important? ANSWER: It can be a bit daunting at first, but breast cancer screening helps people live longer. Screening can catch cancer early, either in the precancerous stage or when it's localized to a very small part of the body. When we can catch…
(2024-11-02). Mayo Clinic's data-driven quest to advance individualized medicine. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Inside every person are nearly 3 billion DNA base pairs, trillions of cells and microbes, thousands of genes and hundreds of thousands of proteins and other key molecules — a vast collection of data holding clues to health and disease. At Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine, a digital transformation is equipping clinicians with tools to analyze this data and unlock critical insights for patient care. This advancement has the potential to enhance diagnoses and…
(2024-11-02). Research shows new method helps doctors safely remove dangerous heart infections without surgery. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Doctors at Mayo Clinic used a new catheter-based approach to draw out resistant pockets of infection that settle in the heart, known as right-sided infective endocarditis, without surgery. Unless treated quickly, the walled-off infections can grow, severely damaging heart valves and potentially affecting other organs as well. In a recent study, over 90% of the participants had their infection cleared, and they had lower in-hospital mortality compared to those whose infections remained….
(2024-11-02). Thailand: New report reveals conditions in the most secretive places of detention. fidh.org
(2024-11-02). Women in detention in Thailand: Submission to the United Nations working group on discrimination against women and girls. fidh.org
(2024-11-02). India : Intensification of the harassment against Babloo Loitongbam. fidh.org IND 004 / 1024 / OBS 042 Intimidation / Harassment India October 23, 2024
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(2024-11-02). 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, (…) | – |
(2024-11-02). DRC: The renewal of ICC investigations in North-Kivu raises new hopes for victims. fidh.org
(2024-11-02). Mozambique: Over ten protesters killed by police amid severe wave of human rights violations. fidh.org
(2024-11-02). 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 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 (…) | – | /…
(2024-11-02). There's nothing to sustain life in northern Gaza. imemc.org 
"There's nothing to sustain life" in northern Gaza city; Biden admin ignores illegal use of US weapons in genocide" — If Americans Knew, IsraelPalestineNews.org Compilation of news reports — IAK staff Wednesday was the twenty-sixth consecutive day of the Israeli occupation forces' aerial, ground, and naval bombardment of northern Gaza. The siege has included blocking supplies of food, …
(2024-11-02). Jill Stein polls ahead of Kamala Harris among Muslim voters in new national survey. indybay.org Green Party presidential nominee Dr. Jill Stein is narrowly beating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris among Muslim voters in final polling data released by the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) just days before the 2024 election.
(2024-11-02). Saturday 11/2: No Votes for Genocide. indybay.org San Francisco City Hall | 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Pl | San Francisco, CA | 94102…
(2024-11-02). Latin American Governments Pay a Price For Challenging Israel's Genocidal War. covertactionmagazine.com Governments in Latin America have been at the forefront of opposition to Israel's genocide in Gaza, and several of those which have done so suddenly face new threats, even including attempted coups. Adrienne Pine, a professor at the California Institute of Integral Studies, said during a recent webinar hosted by the Nicaragua Solidarity Coalition that …
(2024-11-02). Dr. Mustafa Barghouthi: the US could restrain Israel, but has chosen not to. indybay.org Peoples Dispatch spoke to the prominent Palestinian politician regarding the impact of the Biden administration and the upcoming presidential elections on the Palestinian cause.
(2024-11-02). The political culture of the United States has hit rock bottom. indybay.org War, inequality and dictatorship: The critical issues excluded from the 2024 election…
(2024-11-02). Israel massacres scores in new bout of carnage in central Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli regime has claimed the lives of nearly four dozen Palestinians, most of them women and children, in fresh strikes on the central Gaza Strip.
(2024-11-02). Iran launches anti-terror drills in 'real operational environment' in southeast. presstv.ir The IRGC's Ground Forces begin conducting major counterterrorism exercises in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
(2024-11-02). Iran blasts Germany's support for terror, says Berlin sanctioning Iranians in Germany. presstv.ir Iran's foreign minister says Germany's decision to close Iranian consulates on its soil is a sanction against Iranians residing in the European country.
(2024-11-02). Spain bars Israel from 2025 security expo over Gaza, Lebanon genocide. presstv.ir Israeli companies are excluded from next year's defense and security exhibition in Madrid.
(2024-11-02). Iran Navy to take delivery of two new warships amid regional tensions. presstv.ir Iran's Navy chief Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says two new Iranian warships are set to sail soon, amid regional tensions sparked by Israeli aggressions.
(2024-11-02). China asserts support for Iran's efforts to safeguard national security, stability. presstv.ir China says it supports Iran's efforts at maintaining national security and stability.
(2024-11-02). Ex-detainee held at Guantánamo Bay for two decades dies in Pakistan. presstv.ir Abdul Rahim Rabbani arrived Guantánamo Bay in 2004 after being kept at a CIA.-run detention site in Afghanistan.
(2024-11-02). Iran has 'not yet revealed' its capabilities against Israel: IRGC cmdr. presstv.ir An Iranian commander says the country has not yet demonstrated its capabilities to the Israeli enemy.
(2024-11-02). Iran 'likely' to extend missile range; response to Israel 'certain': Senior diplomat. presstv.ir The head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations says the Islamic Republic will likely increase the range of its missiles, warning that the country can change its entire military doctrine if it faces an existential threat.
(2024-11-02). 15 Israeli forces killed, injured in northern Gaza as Qassam fighters target hideout. presstv.ir Palestinian fighters announce killing and wounding as many as 15 Israeli troops during a complex operation in the northern part of the Gaza Strip.
(2024-11-02). Hezbollah strikes more Israeli military bases, settlements in retaliation. presstv.ir The Lebanese resistance group says the attacks are in response to Israeli strikes against Lebanese towns and civilians.
(2024-11-02). 101 BBC staff accuse broadcaster of Israel bias in Gaza war coverage. presstv.ir More than 100 BBC employees have accused the British corporation of providing favorable coverage toward Israel while covering the regime's more than one-year-long genocidal war against Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-11-02). Israel arrests several suspects on charges of leaking highly classified information: Report. presstv.ir Israeli media has reported that the Shin Bet arrested several suspects in the Israeli regime's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on charges of leaking highly classified information related to the genocidal war on Gaza.
(2024-11-02). Iraqi resistance targets vital Israeli positions with drone strikes. presstv.ir The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has conducted new operations against vital Israeli targets in the occupied territories, using bomb-laden unmanned aerial vehicles.
(2024-11-02). Israeli air raids strike southern Beirut despite ceasefire efforts. presstv.ir Israeli fighter jets conduct fresh aerial assaults on several areas in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital Beirut after the regime's military ordered residents to leave the region.
(2024-11-02). Oct. 31: 'Axis of Resistance' operations against Israeli occupation. presstv.ir Amid Israeli genocide in Gaza and Lebanon, Palestinian and regional resistance groups continued their operations against the regime on Thursday, October 31.
(2024-11-02). Yemenis rally in thousands to support Palestinian, Lebanese resistance. presstv.ir Hundreds of thousands of Yemenis have taken to the streets across the country in solidarity with Palestinian and Lebanese nations amidst Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.
(2024-11-02). Bill Clinton defends mass murder of civilians in Gaza genocide. indybay.org Speaking in Michigan on Monday, former President Bill Clinton justified the US-Israeli genocide in Gaza, openly advocating the targeting of civilians and collective punishment against non-combatants, both of which are war crimes.
(2024-11-02). why do anti-police activists continue to use pro-police software like Zoom? indybay.org
(2024-11-02). Sunday 11/3: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | http: //tinyurl.com/PalestineSunday…
(2024-11-02). UK urged to evacuate hospitalized children from Gaza. indybay.org LONDON: A British charity has urged the UK government to evacuate 21 critically ill children currently in a hospital in northern Gaza. The Kamal Adwan Hospital is besieged by Israeli forces and was recently raided by troops, who detained staff and left the facility with only two doctors to care for more than 150 patients. It was also targeted by an Israeli airstrike on Thursday. Its supplies are reportedly running low and many of its facilities are no longer operational. Project Pure Hope has called on the UK to facilitate the evacuation of vulnerable children trapped inside.
(2024-11-02). Friday 11/8: International Day Of Action To Defend Workers Rights In Namibia. indybay.org Chinese Consulate Laguna & Geary St. | 1450 Laguna St. | San Francisco…
(2024-11-02). Rights Groups Demand End to 'Heavy-Handed' Crackdowns on Pro-Palestine Campus Protests. indybay.org The judge's decision is "a major win for anti-genocide protestors across the country," said the Council for Islamic American Relations (CAIR), which is representing plaintiffs in Texas. | "The court's ruling confirms what we already knew," said Gadeir Abbas, a national deputy litigation director at CAIR. "The government cannot make special rules insulating Israel from criticism, and pretending those rules are about antisemitism does not save them from constitutional scrutiny."
(2024-11-02). General Mark Milley Tells Bankers: "Thank You for Your Service" indybay.org This week, in teeing up his brilliant geopolitical insight, Milley wasted no time planting his lips on the audience's asses: | "I know people thank all of us in uniform for our service, but I want to thank you and your service because the two key components of national security and the international scene is a strong military and a strong economy. … I know that the people in the crowd are controlling basically 24, 25 trillion of a 30 trillion economy. So, good on you for doing that."
(2024-11-02). #BlockTheBoat — Alarm Raised as Cargo Ship Carrying Explosives for Israel Docks in Egypt. indybay.org
(2024-11-02). Enough is enough – every dead civilian is one too many. indybay.org Here 'only' deaths are listed, not abuse, torture, rape and looting.
(2024-11-02). Saturday 11/2: California Come to Ross, Home of Governor Gavin Newsom. indybay.org 1 Ross Common, Ross, CA 94957…
(2024-11-02). Wartime economy v. public education: Harris promotes school-to-military industry pipeline. indybay.org No matter which of the two big-business candidates for US president takes office, Kamala Harris or Donald Trump, the frontal assault on the social right to high-quality public education will escalate.
(2024-11-02). The Heat: UN COP16 Biodiversity Conference. america.cgtn.com 
(2024-11-02). Ed Miliband's Net Zero Department Given 22% More Cash to Waste on Green Energy Unicorns — and Other Budget Horrors. wattsupwiththat.com Although it is relatively thin gruel, there were some positive announcements about energy in the Budget Statement. First and foremost, the Chancellor chose to keep the temporary 5p per litre fuel duty cut for another year and the planned increase in 2025-26 will be cancelled. The Government claims this measure will lead to a saving of £59 in 2025-26 for the average driver.
(2024-11-02). Rising Electricity Rates under Biden (Texas wholesale up 200%). wattsupwiththat.com "Whether it is the unprecedented subsidies for renewable energy or the unprecedented war on American energy, the Biden administration's policies are behind the increase in America's electricity prices."
(2024-11-02). Lengua de Señas en Cuba: Por una mayor comprensión de la comunidad sorda. cubadebate.cu Garantizar un amplio y no discriminatorio acceso de las personas sordas a la información en cualquier contexto, promover la educación bilingàºe y la inclusión plena en la sociedad, son algunos de los derechos que postula el Decreto-Ley de la Lengua de Señas Cubana. Aprobado recientemente por el Consejo de Estado, la norma tiene como fin regular el reconocimiento y uso del idioma oficial de la Comunidad Sorda de Cuba.
(2024-11-02). Defensa Civil alerta sobre formación de área de bajas presiones. cubadebate.cu El Estado Mayor de la Defensa Civil emitió un aviso de alerta temprana a las 4 p.m. en el que informó que los modelos de pronósticos del Insmet coinciden en la formación de un área de bajas presiones con varios centros de circulación sobre el mar Caribe y los mares al norte de las Antillas Mayores.
(2024-11-02). Ataques israelíes contra el Líbano dejan 30 muertos y más de 100 heridos. cubadebate.cu Los ataques aéreos israelíes contra el Líbano dejaron 30 muertos y 103 heridos este viernes, informó el centro de emergencia del Ministerio de Salud de la nación árabe en un comunicado.
(2024-11-02). Thailand: Open letter to the royal thai government on the extradition of United Nations-recognised refugee Y Quynh Bdap. fidh.org
(2024-11-02). Siria: El francés Sabri Essid será juzgado por genocidio y crímenes de lesa humanidad. fidh.org
(2024-11-01). Cook Islands PM calls for easing of tensions in New Caledonia. asiapacificreport.nz By Caleb Fotheringham, RNZ Pacific journalist Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has returned from New Caledonia saying it is not a simple "black and white situation". Brown returned from a three-day Pacific fact-finding mission in the French Pacific territory alongside the Prime Ministers of Solomon Islands, Tonga and Fiji. New Caledonia has been going…
(2024-11-01). Another Palestinian journalist killed in Gaza as Israel 'suffocates the truth'. asiapacificreport.nz 
Pacific Media Watch Another Palestinian journalist, Bilal Rajab, of al-Quds al-Youm TV channel, has been killed in an Israeli bombardment in the Gaza Strip, confirms the Gaza Media Office. Al Jazeera Arabic earlier reported that a strike in the vicinity of the Firas market in Gaza City had killed three people, among whom local sources…
(2024-11-01). 10 most absurd moments from the Conservative Party leadership election. leftfootforward.org Voting has now closed in the Conservative Party leadership election. The results of the contest, which ran for more than three months, will be announced on 2 November. | The campaign has hardly bathed the Conservative Party in glory. Indeed, it's had its fair share of ridiculous moments. In advance of the results being announced, we run down ten of the most absurd moments in the Conservative Party leadership election. | 1. One poll found just 2% of the public think Tory members seem normal: | The British public don't have a huge amount of faith in the electorate who are choosing the next Tory leader.
(2024-11-01). The 'Politics Is Broken' bloc at tomorrow's Palestine march is set to be huge. thecanary.co A coalition of groups including Just Stop Oil, Youth Demand and Assemble are joining the national Palestine Solidarity Campaign's march in central London this Saturday 2 November. They will tell the Labour Party it must protect the people and stop arming Israel — in a bloc called 'Politics Is Broken'. Politics Is Broken The Politics […] | By
(2024-11-01). The 'Politics Is Broken' bloc at tomorrow's Palestine march is set to be huge. thecanary.co A coalition of groups including Just Stop Oil, Youth Demand and Assemble are joining the national Palestine Solidarity Campaign's march in central London this Saturday 2 November. They will tell the Labour Party it must protect the people and stop arming Israel — in a bloc called 'Politics Is Broken'. Politics Is Broken The Politics …
(2024-11-01). JEE Main 2025 Session 1 registration starts, last date Nov 22. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started from today i.e. Monday October 28, 2024 Online Registration for JEE Main 2025 Session 1.
(2024-11-01). The West and its media are complicit in Sudan's crisis — as national protests are about to show. thecanary.co 
Youth-led grassroots organisations London for Sudan, Cardiff For Sudan, Manchester For Sudan, and Madaniya are organising a nationwide demonstration in London, Cardiff, and Manchester to demand accountability for the devastating war on civilians in Sudan. 'Hands Off Sudan' üá∏üá©SAVE THE DATE — 9 NOVEMBER 2024üá∏üá© MANCHESTER — LONDON — CARDIFF The UK govt refuses to […] | By
(2024-11-01). The West and its media are complicit in Sudan's crisis — as national protests are about to show. thecanary.co Youth-led grassroots organisations London for Sudan, Cardiff For Sudan, Manchester For Sudan, and Madaniya are organising a nationwide demonstration in London, Cardiff, and Manchester to demand accountability for the devastating war on civilians in Sudan. 'Hands Off Sudan' SAVE THE DATE — 9 NOVEMBER 2024 MANCHESTER — LONDON — CARDIFF The UK govt refuses to …
(2024-11-01). How aid Cuts Disproportionately Impact Women and why Israel's Decision to ban UNRWA Will Have an 'Unequally Cruel Impact on the Most Vulnerable'. bylinetimes.com 
(2024-11-01). Yeah, yeah, UNRWA is Hamas. Everyone Israel Hates is Hamas. strategic-culture.su 
(2024-11-01). US & Israel Oppose Entire World in UN Vote to End Cuba Blockade. libya360.wordpress.com Editorial Comment: One can hope that a rising collective outrage at the continued violations of the UN Charter and International Law will result in the invocation of Article 6 and the expulsion of the US and Israel from the United Nations. Ben Norton For the 32nd consecutive year, the entire world voted at the UN…
(2024-11-01). Army Abducts a Palestinian Near Ramallah, Injures Others Near Bethlehem. imemc.org 
On Thursday, Israeli forces injured several Palestinian citizens after storming Al-Khader town, south of Bethlehem, and abducted a young man in the town of Beitunia, west of Ramallah, in the southern and central parts of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said that occupation forces invaded the town of Al-Khader, on Thursday evening, and opened …
(2024-11-01). UPDATED Day 392: "Ongoing Israeli Bombing, Dozens of Casualties in Gaza" imemc.org 
On Friday, Day 392 of the ongoing genocide, Israeli missiles and shells killed and injured dozens of Palestinians, including infants, children and women, in addition to scores who remain under the rubble, in various parts of the impoverished, devastated, besieged, and starved Gaza Strip. Update 11: 00 pm:…
(2024-11-01). Israeli Forces Abduct Four Young Men in Nablus. imemc.org 
Early Friday morning, Israeli forces abducted four young men in Nablus in the occupied West Bank's northern part. Several military vehicles and jeeps invaded many neighborhoods in the city, including Khalet al-Eman in the Northern Mountain area, Al-Arsad, Mu'ta, and Sufian streets. Many Palestinians protested the invasion before the army fired live rounds, rubber-coated steel …
(2024-11-01). Soldiers Abduct A Palestinian, Confiscate A Car in Hebron. imemc.org 
Early Friday morning, Israeli soldiers abducted a Palestinian and confiscated a car in the Hebron governorate, in the occupied West Bank's southern part. Local media activist Mohammad Awad reported that many military vehicles invaded the Safa area, north of Beit Ummar in the northern part of Hebron, before storming and ransacking several homes, causing damage. …
(2024-11-01). Noncitizens in Santa Ana Are Organizing for the Right to Vote in Local Elections. truthout.org When he was in second grade, Alexis Jaimes asked his undocumented parents who they would be voting for in the upcoming elections. "They said they couldn't, and I found that so strange," Jaimes, now a 30-year-old teacher, told Truthout. "Why can't they, but others could?" On election day, Santa Ana, a city in the greater Los Angeles region, will be voting on whether its 24 percent… |
(2024-11-01). More Than 100 Republicans Are Running on Anti-Trans Platforms This Year. truthout.org Republicans have ramped up an anti-transgender fear campaign for the 2024 election, hoping to sway voters in their favor. Many ads focus on incarcerated transgender individuals and gender-affirming care, with millions of dollars funneled into anti-trans messages during prime-time sporting events. Others target Democratic Senate and House candidates, claiming they would "allow men into women's… |
(2024-11-01). A No-Win Dilemma for US Peace Voters. globalresearch.ca
(2024-11-01). 187 Countries demand an end to the U.S. blockade against Cuba. mronline.org 
Once again, the United States and Israel voted against the lifting of arbitrary sanctions against the Cuban people.
(2024-11-01). IAM union announces third sellout deal to end Boeing strike, with vote the day before US presidential election. wsws.org The announcement underscores the fact that victory is only possible if workers seize control of the strike from the sellout bureaucracy.
(2024-11-01). Georgian ruling party accuses opposition of vote theft. plenglish.com Tbilisi, Nov 1 (Prensa Latina) The Georgian Dream ruling party has detected 81 cases of vote theft by the opposition in the October 26 parliamentary elections, the party's secretary, Mamuka Mdinaradze, stated on Friday.
(2024-11-01). US agencies allege Russia link to video falsely claiming Georgia vote fraud. aljazeera.com Russia has previously dismissed allegations it is attempting to interfere in US presidential election.
(2024-11-01). Conservative Christians, Israel and the US vote in 2024 election. aljazeera.com Conservative Christians, notably evangelicals, are key Republican voters, but some are breaking with party on Israel.
(2024-11-01). Is the US election really a choice between genocide or fascism? aljazeera.com Marc Lamont Hill speaks to Trump's ex-Chief of Staff and asks progressives: vote Blue or abandon Harris?>
(2024-11-01). Boeing Machinists to vote Nov. 4 on third proposed pact. peoplesworld.org 
SEATTLE, Wash., and PORTLAND, Ore.—Some 33,000 Boeing Machinists, all in the Puget Sound area except for 1,200 in Portland, Ore., will vote on the aerospace company's third contract offer on November 4. And this time, Machinists District 751 President Jon Holden In Seattle and District W2 President Brandon Bryant in Portland recommend they accept the …
(2024-11-01). With Cuba facing dire economic crisis, UN General Assembly again condemns U.S. blockade. peoplesworld.org 
NEW YORK—By a 187-nation majority, the United Nations General Assembly on Oct. 30 voted to approve a resolution calling for the "Necessity of ending the economic, commercial, and financial embargo imposed by the United States of America against Cuba." The United States and Israel voted no, and Moldova abstained; every other country voted yes. The …
(2024-11-01). One Person, One Vote, One Joke — on Democracy. inequality.org
(2024-11-01). Life Beyond the Duopoly Part 2. The Free and Equal Presidential Debate. globalresearch.ca "It is an impossible task to ask me to have to vote for someone who is actively contributing to a genocide of people like me, that directly affects friends and family. I'm not going to do that… I think …
(2024-11-01). Report from Wisconsin: John Nichols on Harris's Madison Roots & Key Senate/House Races Nationwide. democracynow.org 
We speak with The Nation's John Nichols in Wisconsin, where Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are spending a lot of their time in the closing days of the election in a tight battle for the state's 10 Electoral College votes. Nichols also discusses the battle for the Senate, with key races in Wisconsin and Nebraska; how New York races could tip control of the House to Democrats; and why Kamala Harris needs to expand her message beyond the threat of Trump's authoritarianism. "At the doors, people want to talk about economics," says Nichols.
(2024-11-01). Will Abortion Rights Decide 2024 Election? Amy Littlefield on Trump's Misogyny & 10 Ballot Measures. democracynow.org 
Kamala Harris is blasting Donald Trump for vowing to protect women whether they "like it or not" at the same time he is calling for Republican Liz Cheney to be shot in the face. We get response from The Nation's abortion access correspondent Amy Littlefield and talk about 10 states with abortion rights on the ballot, including Arizona, Nevada, Florida, South Dakota and Missouri. Trump's remarks are a "succinct and clear definition of patriarchy," says Littlefield. She argues the 2024 election will be decided in large part by white women and whether they will vote for abortion right…
(2024-11-01). Former president maintains control over Colombia's Liberal Party. colombiareports.com Colombia's Liberal Party reelected former President Cesar Gaviria as its leader in a tumultuous vote that was marred by accusations of fraud. Gaviria's decades-long leadership had been challenged by two…
(2024-11-01). U.S. and Israel disgrace themselves with vote on Cuba blockade. cpusa.org 
The CPUSA International Department strongly condemns the U.S. government's vote at the October 30th U.N. General Assembly. The U.S. stood almost completely alone in approving its own economic blockade on Cuba, which it has maintained for more than six decades. In a display of open, callous disregard for the position of the international community, the U.S. and Israel were the only two countries to vote against Cuba's resolution to end the inhumane U.S. policy. | Just this month, Cuba suffered a widespread blackout precisely because of the U.S. government's "maximum pressure policy," aimed at depriving Cuba of…
(2024-11-01). Top Election Official in Pennsylvania's Lancaster County Hobnobs With Election Deniers. theintercept.com 
Just days before the presidential election, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, became ground zero for Donald Trump's claims about voter fraud. Trump alleged that large-scale "cheating" was taking place after officials opened an investigation into over 1,000 suspicious new voter registrations in the county. | With attention on the former president's claims of widespread voter fraud, which have been
(2024-11-01). "Every Choice Is Loss": Voters on Their Decision Amid Genocide in Gaza. theintercept.com 
(2024-11-01). Calls for Government to Go 'Much Further' as Voter ID Changes are put to MPs. bylinetimes.com MPs will soon debate changes to the list of accepted ID cards voters can show to vote in UK-wide Westminster elections and all others in England. | The measures, being heard in the Commons on the 13th November, will let holders of the new HM Armed Forces Veteran Card use it as accepted photo ID, implementing a Labour manifesto commitment. | It follows
(2024-11-01). CAIR's Final Election Poll Shows Stein and Harris Still Tied Among Muslim Voters, Trump Trailing. thearabdailynews.com
(2024-11-01). A look at swing voters in Wisconsin. america.cgtn.com 
Just ahead of next week's U.S. presidential election, both presidential candidates have been hectically campaigning in the so-called swing states in an attempt to win over voters. CGTN's Dan Williams reports from one swing state: Wisconsin.
(2024-11-01). How climate voters could swing the presidential election. grist.org 
(2024-11-01). Supreme Court Upholds Voter Rights in Battleground State. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court delivered a significant ruling on Friday, dismissing a last-minute Republican appeal which sought to discard thousands of provisional ballots in Pennsylvania, a crucial battleground state.
(2024-11-01). Supreme Court Blocks GOP Bid on Pennsylvania Ballots. devdiscourse.com In a significant legal development, the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a Republican effort to halt the counting of provisional ballots in the crucial electoral state of Pennsylvania. These ballots were cast by voters who made errors on their mail-in ballots.
(2024-11-01). Voters Shouldn't Forget the 'Era-Defining Impact' of Joe Biden's Presidency. bylinetimes.com 
(2024-11-01). Last Month's (October) Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2024-11-01). The Better Path In Energy. wattsupwiththat.com It has been assumed that reprocessing spent nuclear fuel is expensive, more expensive than mining uranium at a yellowcake price up to perhaps $250/lb. But what SpaceX has shown private operators can replace some government monopolies for 10% of the latter's operating costs. The solution may be as simple as putting the spent nuclear fuel through a molten salt reactor, producing power while separating out the actinides. We won't know until we start and the important thing is to start early in 2025.
(2024-11-01). ICE Is Training Civilians To Conduct Violent Raids On Immigrants. popularresistance.org New details about a program from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) are getting attention after the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) published a trove of internal documents about ICE's 'Citizens Academy' programs. | The academy trains civilians to operate multiple firearms, use lethal force, perform surveillance on immigrants, and conduct raids while also acting as a public relations initiative to try and sway public opinion about ICE, Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the HSI unit of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
(2024-11-01). East Los Angeles Community Victory! Extera Charter Project Stopped! popularresistance.org Los Angeles, CA — On October 29, East Los Angeles (ELA) residents, led by the community group Centro CSO, scored a major win against a proposed charter school in their neighborhood. Centro CSO members and residents spoke at a meeting of the LA County Board of Supervisors to oppose Extera Charter School's plan to build a new facility on Gage and Eastman Avenues. | Angelina Chavez, a community member voiced her concerns, stating, "This project will bring constant traffic, noise, and pollution to our quiet street." | At the meeting, Extera representatives brought over 60 parents, mostly mothers in Extera T-shi…
(2024-11-01). Venezuela Calls For World Antifascist Parliamentary Forum. popularresistance.org Undoubtedly the major conflicts underway in the world today, more often than not, can be viewed as expressions of ideologies—long thought to have been left behind in history—like fascism, nazism and zionism where imperialism and colonialism remain the underlying rationalisation for warmongers. If the warmonger were to be equated to a painter one could imagine different shades of fascism, nazism and zionism as splashes of colours on a canvas of imperialism-colonialism. The problem is that warmongers do not produce art, at odds with the title of the 2500-years-old book The Art of War by Sun Tzu.
(2024-11-01). Martinique and Guadeloupe: French colonies in the Caribbean demand lower prices. workers.org 
Two French colonies in the Caribbean, that operate under the legal fiction that they are French departments with seats in its parliament, have been the scene of massive protests against high prices for food and other necessities. Protests in Martinique and Guadeloupe have grown in intensity since early September. union . . . |
(2024-11-01). Representatives From More Than 70 Countries to Attend World Anti-Fascist Parliamentary Forum in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com The first vice president of the National Assembly of Venezuela, Deputy Pedro Infante, reported that legislators from more than 70 countries have confirmed their attendance at the World Anti-Fascist Parliamentary Forum to be held in Caracas during November 4-5. | On Thursday, October 31, during an interview on the program Al Aire, broadcast by the Venezuelan state TV channel Venezolana de Televisión, Infante explained that this forum derives from the World Congress against Fascism, Neofascism, and Similar Expressions that was held in Venezuela in September. The Anti-Fascist Parliamentary Forum will be be held at t…
(2024-11-01). Venezuela Condemns Colombian Foreign Minister's Interventionist Comments. orinocotribune.com The foreign affairs minister of Venezuela, Yván Gil, criticized the interventionist comments of his Colombian counterpart Luis Murillo, whom he accused of "attacking Venezuela from behind, being blackmailed by the far-right and the United States." | View this post on Instagram | Gil specified that, on the other hand, in the bilateral meeting that the two ministers held in Colombia, Murillo always appeared committed to respecting the sovereignty and inde…
(2024-11-01). Venezuela's Entry into BRICS. orinocotribune.com By Luis Fuenmayor Toro — Oct 29, 2024 | I am not an expert on this topic, nor do I intend to be, but I have the ability to give a general opinion on it, just like any moderately informed Venezuelan can. Furthermore, I consider it a duty, to the Venezuelan nation and those who engage in politics within it, to express my opinion on this and other significant matters. | The BRICS+ is an association of emerging economies, established in 2010 by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, which has expanded to add Egypt, Ethiopia, the United Arab Emirates, and Iran in January of this year. It constitutes a ne…
(2024-11-01). "Leaders preferred Vladimir Putin over King Charles" unitedworldint.com British politician George Galloway comments on his impressions from the BRICS summit. By Yunus Soner, Kazan / Russia The BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, keeps on fueling debates globally on the future of the international system. Immediately after its conclusion, we spoke on the summit's results with George Galloway. The interview was made in Kazan …
(2024-11-01). A world where our grandchildren have to go to a museum to see what a gun looked like: The Forty-Fourth Newsletter (2024). mronline.org 
The world yearns for 'active' peace, tired of the attitude of superiority that defines the North's relations with the South. This means that wealth, which is produced by society, must not deepen the pockets of the rich and fuel the engines of war, but fill the bellies of the many.
(2024-11-01). This Anti-Abortion Billionaire Is Trying to Manipulate the Election for the GOP. truthout.org Right-wing anti-abortion figures with ties to Leonard Leo, the architect of the U.S. Supreme Court capture, have been using special interest groups to attack our elections for years, but with abortion access on 10 different states' ballots this year, they have been ramping up their efforts. One anti-abortion ally of Leo is Sean Fieler, a billionaire hedge funder and precious metals miner. |
(2024-11-01). Delayed Response to Rainfall in Valencia Likely Led to More Deaths, Critics Say. truthout.org More than 200 people have died due to intense flooding in and near the Valencia region of Spain, with right-wing provincial officials receiving criticism for having failed to provide enough warning to residents amid catastrophic rains that scientists say were made more likely due to the climate crisis. As of Friday, 202 deaths were counted in the Valencia region, while three deaths were… |
(2024-11-01). Vance Falsely Claims That Teens Are Pretending to Be Trans to Get Into College. truthout.org Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) falsely suggested in a podcast interview on Thursday that white, upper- and middle-class teenagers applying to prestigious colleges and universities are pretending to be transgender in order to win admission. Vance promoted the false claims on Joe Rogan's podcast and offered no evidence to support his statements. |
(2024-11-01). Nevaeh Crain Died After Trying to Get Care in 3 Visits to Texas Emergency Rooms. truthout.org Candace Fails screamed for someone in the Texas hospital to help her pregnant daughter. "Do something," she pleaded, on the morning of Oct. 29, 2023. Nevaeh Crain was crying in pain, too weak to walk, blood staining her thighs. Feverish and vomiting the day of her baby shower, the 18-year-old had gone to two different emergency rooms within 12 hours, returning home each time worse than before. |
(2024-11-01). Supreme Court Case on Trans Youth Could Impact Health Care for All Americans. truthout.org A Supreme Court case that will decide whether Tennessee can continue to ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth could imperil the ability of all Americans to make decisions about their health care, experts say. The outcome depends on how far the court is willing to stretch its ruling that overturned federal abortion rights. In United States v. Skrmetti, the court has agreed to take up… |
(2024-11-01). Tlaib, Bush: Biden's Deployment of US Troops to Israel Violates the Constitution. truthout.org A group of five House Democrats has warned the White House that the executive branch is violating U.S. law in deploying U.S. troops to back Israel's escalating violence in the Middle East, issuing a stark admonition to the Biden administration as experts say it is purposefully ignoring domestic law to support Israel's aggression. In a letter to President Joe Biden spearheaded by… |
(2024-11-01). UN: Israel Bombing "Perilously Close" to UNESCO World Heritage Site in Lebanon. truthout.org In recent days, Israeli attacks have come "perilously close" to striking a UN-designated world heritage site in east Lebanon, the UN has warned, putting one of the best-preserved Roman ruins in the world in danger of being destroyed by Israeli bombing. This week, Israeli forces ordered the entire city of Baalbek, in the Bekaa Valley, to evacuate — the first citywide displacement order amid… |
(2024-11-01). Will Abortion Rights Decide the 2024 Election? truthout.org Kamala Harris is blasting Donald Trump for vowing to protect women whether they "like it or not" at the same time he is calling for Republican Liz Cheney to be shot in the face. We get response from The Nation's abortion access correspondent Amy Littlefield and talk about 10 states with abortion rights on the ballot, including Arizona, Nevada, Florida, South Dakota and Missouri. |
(2024-11-01). Mr. President, the Koreans are Coming! scheerpost.com By Ray McGovern and Robert Scheer / Original to ScheerPost In this week's episode of "Playing President," Ray McGovern, 27-year CIA veteran and briefer of five presidents, continues to make sense of the world to "President" Scheer, who prepared for this role through his decades as a journalist, including in-depth interviews with five presidents from …
(2024-11-01). Mr. President, the Koreans are Coming! scheerpost.com By Ray McGovern and Robert Scheer / Original to ScheerPost In this week's episode of "Playing President," Ray McGovern, 27-year CIA veteran and briefer of five presidents, continues to make sense of the world to "President" Scheer, who prepared for this role through his decades as a journalist, including in-depth interviews with five presidents from …
(2024-11-01). Kiev Regime's One Crazy Plan After Another — Attack Critical Targets Across Russia with 1000 'Tomahawks'. globalresearch.ca When the Neo-Nazi junta frontman Volodymyr Zelensky revealed most of his …
(2024-11-01). Russian Economy Zooms Ahead, Outpaces US and EU Growth. "Unprecedented Grow of Small and Medium- Sized Enterprises" globalresearch.ca When the special military operation (SMO) was launched to end the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict, the political West insisted that Russia was finished (precisely what it tried to
(2024-11-01). Imagine the redemptive marvel when a fully-qualified woman of color with immigrant ties triumphs. And even more terrifying reveal—if she loses. nationofchange.org What white, moderate Democratic male, of the right age, stature and competence, would not throttle an unfit, criminal menace whose horror-show regime had a first failed run?
(2024-11-01). Indian visa closure likely to further strain ties with Bangladesh. ummid.com A top Indian diplomat in the Indian High Commission posted in Dhaka confided that lack of security at the visa centres deters normal functioning.
(2024-11-01). NASA identifies 9 landing regions for Artemis III Moon Mission. ummid.com American space agency NASA Monday October 28, 2024 released the details of 9 landing for its upcoming Artemis III Moon Mission.
(2024-11-01). 'Symbolic': Kremlin on $20 decillion fine on Google over YouTube ban. ummid.com The penalty imposed on Google – $20 decillion, by a Russian court for banning state owned TV channels on YouTube is 'symbolic', Kremlin said Thursday October 31, 2024…
(2024-11-01). Revisiting Jamia Millia: Story of 100 Year Journey. ummid.com Coffee table book released on the 104th Foundation Day of Jamia Millia Islamia…
(2024-11-01). '18 Boxes': South Africa files dossier at ICJ proving Israeli crimes. ummid.com South Africa Tuesday October 29, 2024 filed at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) 18 boxes full of documents in support of its case against Israel which it accused has violated the Genocide Convention during its ongoing war in Gaza and other occupied Palestinian territories.
(2024-11-01). China Space Station welcomes youngest ever crew. ummid.com China Space Station Wednesday (October 30, 2024) welcomed the arrival of the new batch of residents – the youngest-ever crew comprising of Shenzhou-19 mission commander Cai Xuzhe and new taikonaut Song Lingdong and female taikonaut Wang Haoze.
(2024-11-01). Holy Kaaba Kiswa Calligrapher wins global calligraphy award. ummid.com Abdulrahman bin Abdullah Al-Maliki, a calligrapher from the King Abdulaziz Complex for Holy Kaaba Kiswa, has won the top Arabic calligraphy award at the Cairo International Forum.
(2024-11-01). 9 Samajwadi Party candidates to contest 2024 Maharashtra State Elections. ummid.com The Samajwadi Party (SP), originally based in Uttar Pradesh, has fielded 09 candidates in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections.
(2024-11-01). UNESCO: More efforts needed to check out-of-school population. ummid.com More efforts are needed to check the global out-of-school population and to make quality education accessible to all, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) said Thursday October 31, 2024.
(2024-11-01). Patrick Lawrence: Portents of Chaos. scheerpost.com 
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris during the Sept. 10, 2024, presidential debate on ABC News. (C-Span screen shot) By Patrick Lawrence / Consortium News Uh-oh. The New York Times is picking up its familiar theme now that the Nov. 5 elections are but a few days out front: Those mal-intended foreigners are again "sowing discord and chaos in …
(2024-11-01). Virtuous, Smug and Venal: British Electoral Interference in the US. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-01). How a Secluded 1984 Conference Forged Israel's Unprecedented Influence Over US Media. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-01). Patrick Lawrence: Portents of Chaos. scheerpost.com
(2024-11-01). These 10 Companies Run Our 'Democracy'. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-01). Witnesses Say the Israeli Army Is Using Facial Recognition Technology in Its Assault on North Gaza. scheerpost.com 
(2024-11-01). These 10 Companies Run Our 'Democracy'. scheerpost.com Click to subscribe on: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / YouTube / Rumble Amidst the hype, excitement and nervousness of the election, the bigger picture of what the United States is and how it operates often gets lost on people. Many think that choosing one or another candidate will significantly alter their future to better represent their values, but in reality there is only …
(2024-11-01). Recibe ron Havana Club siete premios internacionales. radiohc.cu
(2024-11-01). Cuba alerta por las lluvias. radiohc.cu
(2024-11-01). Milei con la mira en Washington. radiohc.cu El ultraderechista presidente argentino, Javier Milei, transformó las relaciones internacionales con el mundo, basado en priorizar a países defensores de la propiedad privada.
(2024-11-01). From Promise to Peril: Israel's Ground Invasion of Lebanon is Unraveling. mintpressnews.com
(2024-11-01). From Promise to Peril: Israel's Ground Invasion of Lebanon is Unraveling. mintpressnews.com On Oct. 1, Israel announced a limited ground invasion in southern Lebanon. Now, a month and roughly 100 soldier casualties later, Israeli officials appear to be searching for an exit, insisting that their goals have been fulfilled. At the outset, Israeli officials described the ground invasion as "limited, localized, and targeted," with the stated aim …
(2024-11-01). Democracy Now! 2024-11-01 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for November 01, 2024; Will Abortion Rights Decide 2024 Election? Amy Littlefield on Trump's Misogyny & 10 Ballot Measures; Report from Wisconsin: John Nichols on Harris's Madison Roots & Key Senate/House Races Nationwide; "Little Secret"? Elie Mystal on Trump's Likely Plan to Steal Election with GOP House Speaker Johnson | Headlines for November 01, 2024; Will Abortion Rights Decide 2024 Election? Amy Littlefield on Trump's Misogyny & 10 Ballot Measures; Report from Wisconsin: John Nichols on Harris's Madison Roots & Key Senate/House Races Nationwide; "Litt…
(2024-11-01). From Promise to Peril: Israel's Ground Invasion of Lebanon is Unraveling. libya360.wordpress.com Robert Inlakesh On Oct. 1, Israel announced a limited ground invasion in southern Lebanon. Now, a month and roughly 100 soldier casualties later, Israeli officials appear to be searching for an exit, insisting that their goals have been fulfilled. At the outset, Israeli officials described the ground invasion as "limited, localized, and targeted," with the stated aim…
(2024-11-01). G.N. Saibaba, 1967-2024. workers.org 
By Princess Harmony Gokarakonda Naga Saibaba (G.N. Saibaba) passed away on Oct. 12 in Hyderabad, India. Saibaba was a communist revolutionary and founding member of the Revolutionary Democratic Front (RDF), established in 2005, and belonged to the International League of Peoples' Struggle, which was founded by the late Jose Maria . . . |
(2024-11-01). Protests greet Kamala Harris rally in Houston. workers.org 
Houston A pro-reproductive rights rally anywhere in Texas is a great idea, especially in Houston, the state's largest city. When the rally took place, including huge hometown favorite singer Beyoncé Knowles, it literally attracted millions of people! But when it's a campaign rally being held by Democratic presidential candidate Vice . . . |
(2024-11-01). Frantz Fanon and the struggle against colonisation. mronline.org 
With a constant stream of media exposing genocidal war in Palestine, child labor in the Congo, and Indigenous struggles in South America, neoliberalism's colonial nature is clearer than ever. Now is the time to return to the works of Fanon and explore a radically different future liberated from coloniality, Ken Olende explores.
(2024-11-01). Weaponizing aid: How USAID and the Global Fragility Act sustain U.S. imperialism in Libya. mronline.org 
On Friday, April 29, 2022, USLBA hosted a meeting with U.S. officials and U.S. corporate executives to discuss the implementation of the Global Fragility Act in Libya to "prevent conflict and promote stability". Photo: The U.S.-Libya Business Association…
(2024-11-01). From Dahieh to Gaza: Israel's Doctrines of Destruction. orinocotribune.com 
By Amal Saad — Oct 30, 2024 | The Zionist entity's war on Lebanon embodies the Gaza Doctrine — rather than the Dahieh Doctrine — as many have asserted, Amal Saad, lecturer in politics at the University of Cardiff and scholar of Hezbollah and politics of the Resistance Axis, wrote earlier this month. In her
(2024-11-01). Russian Media Demands $20,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 From Google. orinocotribune.com Russian news broadcasters are owed an unbelievable sum from US tech giant Google over their loss of access to YouTube, RBK news outlet reported, citing sources with knowledge of the matter. According to the report, the total amount Google owes the 17 Russian broadcasters has reached $20.6 decillion as of October 28. | The staggering figure stems from a host of lawsuits filed against Google, in which a number of Russian news channels accused it of unlawfully blocking their content on the video hosting platform. | In October 2022, the Moscow Arbitration Court ordered Google to restore YouTube access to the blocked…
(2024-11-01). Israeli military casualty numbers in Lebanon 'acceptable' for Netanyahu: Analyst. thealtworld.com Political risk analyst Elijah Magnier has said that Netanyahu has no intention of stopping the war in Lebanon since "in his mind, the number of casualties that his army is suffering is acceptable in comparison to what he's achieving in Lebanon". | Speaking to Al Jazeera from Brussels, he said that Netanyahu is no longer counting the casualties "because they are still acceptable in the military approach and he thinks it is not a high very number for him to change his mind".
(2024-11-01). Oppose threat to close UK Vauxhall plants: for a unified fight against job losses worldwide. wsws.org In the face of Stellantis's economic blackmail, and with Vauxhall workers' jobs and conditions used as bargaining chips in talks with the most "pro-business" Labour government in history, the Unite union has maintained a guilty silence.
(2024-11-01). Erdogan government arrests Kurdish CHP mayor in Istanbul. wsws.org This arrest and the appointment of a trustee to replace an elected mayor is a clear attack on basic democratic rights. The government of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has long sought to stifle political opposition through such anti-democratic operations, building a police state.
(2024-11-01). Australia: Rail union holds 5-minute "strike" as NSW Labor government seeks to cut real wages. wsws.org The toothless action epitomises the role of the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) bureaucracy, which is working to suppress a struggle by workers against the Labor government.
(2024-11-01). Sri Lanka's JVP government drops election promise to abolish terrorism law. wsws.org This week's announcement makes clear that the JVP/NPP administration will not hesitate to use the PTA and other repressive measures against workers and other political opponents of its International Monetary Fund-mandated program.
(2024-11-01). Opposition to job cuts mounts as Ford announces months-long shutdown of EV truck plant in Rouge complex. wsws.org Ford plans to stop building its F-150 Lightning at its REV-C facility in Dearborn, Michigan from mid-November through the end of the year.
(2024-11-01). European Union imposes tariffs on Chinese EVs. wsws.org In a decision announced this week, the EU lifted EV tariffs to 45 percent and declared they would last for five years.
(2024-11-01). Bill Clinton defends mass murder of civilians in Gaza genocide. wsws.org Speaking in Michigan on Monday, Bill Clinton justified the US-Israeli genocide in Gaza, openly advocating the targeting of civilians and collective punishment against non-combatants, both of which are war crimes.
(2024-11-01). VIDEO: Victimised Royal Mail delivery worker Des Beach exposes anatomy of a management frame-up. wsws.org In this video, Des Beach, a Royal Mail delivery worker with 31-years' service, speaks about his unfair dismissal with Tony Robson from the World Socialist Web Site.
(2024-11-01). The Unequal Pandemic exposes COVID-19's disproportionate impact on the poor. wsws.org University College London (UCL) and Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice UK hosted a screening of The Unequal Pandemic, followed by a panel discussion, to launch the film about inequality during COVID.
(2024-11-01). Survivors of abuse demand accountability over decades-long cover-up by the New Zealand state. wsws.org Investigative journalists and the recent Royal Commission into Abuse in Care have highlighted how successive governments, lawyers, judges and state officials covered up systemic abuse of hundreds of thousands of people in state-run facilities.
(2024-11-01). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org India: Salem Steel Plant workers strike; Bangladeshi garment workers take action over unpaid wages; Sri Lankan railway station masters hold strike; Australia: Qube port workers continue industrial action; Centennial Coal miners in NSW strike for pay rise.
(2024-11-01). India: How Can Natural Farming Progress If Collaborations Are Taking Place with the Biggest Polluter Multinational Companies? globalresearch.ca Whenever the government of India announces any new initiatives for promoting natural farming, the people of India committed to ecologically protective farming are very happy that at last the government is coming to the right path. | However when they learn …
(2024-11-01). Revolutions are Violent, Contradictory, and Messy, in Haiti as Elsewhere. libya360.wordpress.com Kim Ives In an October 2024 press conference, Viv Ansanm soldiers in lower Delmas explain the reasons for their taking up arms and their struggle with the nearby neighborhood of Solino. "A revolution is not a tea party, or writing an essay, or painting a picture, or doing embroidery; it cannot be so refined, so…
(2024-11-01). Commonwealth: An Outdated Colonial Institution. libya360.wordpress.com A.T. Freeman A scene from the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting Hosted by Samoa, 21-26 October 2024 Reparations row shows the Commonwealth is long past its sell by date. From 21-26 October, the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting (CHOGM) took place in Apia, the capital of the Pacific island of Samoa. The meeting was overshadowed by…
(2024-11-01). Frantz Fanon and the Struggle Against Colonization. libya360.wordpress.com Ken Olende With a constant stream of media exposing genocidal war in Palestine, child labor in the Congo, and Indigenous struggles in South America, neoliberalism's colonial nature is clearer than ever. Now is the time to return to the works of Fanon and explore a radically different future liberated from coloniality, Ken Olende explores. Frantz…
(2024-11-01). Why Israel Targets Syria: The Geopolitical Stakes of Damascus's Support for the Resistance. libya360.wordpress.com Mohamed Nader Al-Omari According to Israel, Syria is the key weapons transportation hub for the Resistance — and has simultaneously withdrawn from the Axis to save itself. As Tel Aviv continues to strike Syrian soil with abandon, which of its claims are true? Over the past decade, Syria has faced hundreds of Israeli air attacks…
(2024-11-01). Hurricanes and Boeing Strike Depress Job Growth, But Unemployment Remains Steady. cepr.net The October jobs report showed little gain in hiring, with establishments adding just 12,000 jobs. The number was depressed both by the effects of the hurricanes that hit the South last month and the loss of roughly 33,000 jobs due to the strike at Boeing. The economy has now added 15.3 million jobs since President …
(2024-11-01). At Least 10 Killed, Mostly Civilians, in Israeli Airstrikes on Western Syria. news.antiwar.com At least 10 people were killed, mostly civilians, and 11 others were wounded in multiple Israeli attacks in and around the western Syrian city of Qusayr. The attacks targeted warehouses near the Lebanon border. Israel's military offered rare comment on the attacks, saying they targeted Hezbollah military warehouses in the area. The Syrian Observatory for …
(2024-11-01). El Salvador prioritizes disease prevention. plenglish.com Members of the El Salvador Pediatrics Association (ASOPEDES) highlighted the inclusion of vaccines in the public health system program, which, they said, prioritizes disease prevention. | Pediatrician Lourdes Dueñas, a member of ASOPEDES, pointed out that vaccines are the next most important public health measure after drinking water, due to their impact in reducing many diseases. Nearly 20 illnesses can be prevented through vaccination, she stated. | The Health Ministry has made substantial changes in the vaccination scheme over the last two years, by introducing the hexavalent vaccine, which protects locals aga…
(2024-11-01). Sudanese militia kills 18 civilians in retaliatory spree. plenglish.com Khartoum, Nov 1 (Prensa Latina) The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia killed 18 civilians in eastern Sudan, in retaliation for the desertion of one of its commanders in Gezira state, according to a social entity.
(2024-11-01). Cuban Deputy Minister Adianez Taboada meets GEF director at COP16. plenglish.com Cali, Colombia, Nov 1 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Environment Adianez Taboada met here on Friday with Carlos Manuel Rodríguez, director of the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
(2024-11-01). Cuban prime minister assesses economic actions in Camagàºey. plenglish.com Camagàºey, Cuba, Nov 1 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero visited this central-eastern province on Friday to assess the implementation of measures to boost the economy and the Government's plans.
(2024-11-01). President Díaz-Canel states that Cuba will move forward. plenglish.com The head of State pointed out on his X account that the recovery of Guantanamo province, after being hit by Hurricane Oscar, is the most recent example. | Díaz-Canel highlighted the visits he made to the territories affected by the meteorological event and the tours of Granma, Santiago de Cuba and Camagàºey provinces. | Hurricane Oscar, which hit Guantanamo on October 20, killed eight people and caused considerable material damage. | In addition, it brought heavy rains for several days in Cuba's eastern and central provinces.
(2024-11-01). Venezuela and Iran discuss information and communication in Caracas. plenglish.com Caracas, Nov 1 (Prensa Latina) Venezuelan Vice President of Communication and Culture Freddy àëáñez met here on Friday Iranian Minister of Communications and Information Technology Seyed Sattar Hashemi.
(2024-11-01). Kamala Harris, Donald Trump rallying in Wisconsin in final US election push. aljazeera.com Rival presidential candidates remain locked in a tight race four days before election day.
(2024-11-01). Despite stark differences on worker rights, unions split on Trump, Harris. aljazeera.com Trump has garnered support among union members by tapping into issues that are top of mind of the broader electorate.
(2024-11-01). Armed group in Bolivia takes over military post in latest flare-up. aljazeera.com The takeover is latest chapter in standoff between the Arce government and supporters of ex-president Evo Morales.
(2024-11-01). Cheney slams Trump after he suggests she should have 'guns trained on her'. aljazeera.com Trump says Liz Cheney might not be such a 'war hawk' if she had guns pointed at her, prompting response by ex-lawmaker.
(2024-11-01). Death toll from Spain floods passes 200 as rescue teams search for missing. aljazeera.com Spain's worst natural disaster in decades leaves many communities without power, water and aid.
(2024-11-01). Fourteen people killed in Serbia train station roof collapse. aljazeera.com At least three people are hospitalised with serious injuries after the incident in the town of Novi Sad.
(2024-11-01). Hope still exists for Turkey-PKK detente, despite deadly attack. aljazeera.com
(2024-11-01). Israeli attacks kill dozens in Gaza, Lebanon as ceasefire remains elusive. aljazeera.com Israeli attacks target a school-turned-shelter for displaced Palestinians in central Gaza's Nuseirat refugee camp.
(2024-11-01). Japan and EU announce security partnership amid growing regional tensions. aljazeera.com EU and Japan to enhance military ties through joint exercises and defence industry exchanges against regional threats.
(2024-11-01). Mauritius blocks social media until after election amid wiretapping row. aljazeera.com The leak of audio tapes that preceded the ban involved politicians, journalists and even foreign diplomats.
(2024-11-01). Russia strikes Kharkiv 'police station' as US boosts Ukraine's military. aljazeera.com At least one person killed in Kharkiv as Pentagon announces $425m in additional military assistance for Ukraine.
(2024-11-01). US election: Who do world leaders prefer for president — Harris or Trump? aljazeera.com From Putin to Xi Jinping, European and NATO leaders to India's Modi, who would world leaders prefer in the White House?>
(2024-11-01). Why is the US election on a Tuesday in November? What to know, in 500 words. aljazeera.com Americans are heading to the polls on November 5 as part of an Election Day tradition dating back to the mid-1800s.
(2024-11-01). Will Hezbollah and Israel agree on a ceasefire? aljazeera.com The Lebanese group has signalled it is open to a ceasefire with Israel if terms are 'suitable'.
(2024-11-01). Month-old infant among the dozens killed in Israeli strikes on Nuseirat. aljazeera.com Israeli strikes pounded Gaza's Nuseirat refugee camp and the surrounding areas, killing dozens.
(2024-11-01). UN should consider suspending Israel over genocide, says special rapporteur. aljazeera.com UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese has called for UN member states to consider suspending Israel.
(2024-11-01). Valencia MotoGP race cancelled due to deadly flood damage in Spain. aljazeera.com MotoGP organisers confirmed that Valencia season finale will not go ahead after the region was devastated by floods.
(2024-11-01). Selected Articles: Russian Economy Zooms Ahead, Outpaces US and EU Growth. "Unprecedented Grow of Small and Medium- Sized Enterprises" globalresearch.ca 
By Top-ranking Russian officials, including
(2024-11-01). Former AFL-CIO speechwriter Calvarese takes on far-rightist Boebert in Colorado. peoplesworld.org 
DENVER —Maybe you could call this an "up-mountain" rather than an "uphill" battle, but Trisha Calvarese, a former Government Employees member and former AFL-CIO energy and climate speechwriter for federation Presidents Richard Trumka and Liz Shuler, isn't shy about running for Congress in Colorado's most-Republican congressional district, now represented by ultra-rightist Lauren Boebert. Calvarese's positives, …
(2024-11-01). 1933: Communist Party packs Madison Square Garden for anti-fascist rally. peoplesworld.org 
This article is part of the People's World 100th Anniversary Series. With Donald Trump's hate-filled Madison Square Garden rally drawing comparisons to the Nazi rally hosted at the same venue in 1939, People's World looked through our archives and found this story about a very different kind of political event staged at the Garden in that …
(2024-11-01). A people's agenda: The Communist Party's 2024 election platform. peoplesworld.org 
Editor's Note: The Communist Party USA — like the bulk of the broad democratic, labor, peace, and people's movements in the country — has prioritized the defeat of MAGA fascism and Republicans' Project 2025 agenda as the primary task of its participation in the 2024 elections. But after Trump and the far-right are defeated, what …
(2024-11-01). Will Navajo leader in Arizona upset Republican hopes for controlling Congress? peoplesworld.org 
TUCSON—Polls show Kamala Harris and Donald Trump running neck-and-neck in the battleground state of Arizona, but theirs is not the only race to watch. The pundits who pontificate on cable TV and podcasts are mostly interested in the presidential contest, but they missed one close House race because no one ever predicted it would be …
(2024-11-01). Leader Hails Book on Seizure of US Embassy in Tehran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei praised a recently-published book on the seizure of the US embassy in Tehran back in 1979, saying the book has filled a gap in the battle of narratives in global debates.
(2024-11-01). IRGC Vows Unimaginable Response to Israel. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps warned the Zionist regime that it will receive such a great response for its recent act of aggression against Iran that it cannot conceive.
(2024-11-01). Iran Expresses Solidarity with Cuba, Condemns US Sanctions. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the US sanctions against Cuba, expressing Tehran's solidarity with Cubans in their struggle for sovereignty.
(2024-11-01). Tehran Summons German Charge D'Affaires over Closure of Iranian Consulates. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Germany's charge d'affaires in protest at the German government's "unjustifiable" decision to shut down all three of Iran's consulates in the European country.
(2024-11-01). Iran Eyes Closer Ties with Algeria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian congratulated Algeria on the 70th anniversary of its revolution, voicing Iran's readiness to enhance relations with the Arab country in various fields.
(2024-11-01). Foreign Minister Raps Closure of Iran's Consulates in Germany. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi took a swipe at Germany for shutting down Iran's consulates in the European country.
(2024-11-01). Iran's Navy to Receive New Combat Destroyer. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A new combat reconnaissance destroyer is going to join the Iranian Navy's fleet in the near future, Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani said.
(2024-11-01). Indigenous Spiritual Walk in Utah Protests Last Conventional Uranium Mill. unicornriot.ninja 
(2024-11-01). Guest Post: Assisted Suicide on the NHS would breach the ECHR. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
In this guest post, Rajiv Shah argues that the provision of assisted suicide in the England and Wales via the NHS would constitute a substantive breach of the negative obligation imposed on the State under Article 2 of the ECHR. Introduction Article 2 of the ECHR protects the right to life. That article contains two …
(2024-11-01). Despite History of Fabrication, Press Uncritically Covers IDF-Provided Documents on Hamas. fair.org 
The New York Times ( Earlier this month, the New York Times (
(2024-11-01). Nicole Foy on Immigration and Labor. fair.org 
(2024-11-01). Nicole Foy on Immigration and Labor. fair.org
(2024-11-01). We need people who are dreamers, activists and risk-takers. expose-news.com Bits of the British Government seem to think that no one who is earning more than £100,000 a year can describe themselves as "working." Let us remember that Government Ministers earn over …
(2024-11-01). I have written to my MP about the euthanasia bill. expose-news.com On Wednesday I wrote to my Member of Parliament ("MP") about the second reading of the euthanasia bill in the House of Commons on 29 November. At this stage, I'm not hopeful …
(2024-11-01). Natural climate variability caused the 2023 global warming spike of 0.29C. expose-news.com
(2024-11-01). NHS is sedating a man with Down's syndrome to force vaccinate him. expose-news.com The National Health Service ("NHS") in the UK has been secretly sedating a 30-year-old man with Down's syndrome, Adam, with powerful sedatives in his drinks (tea, orange juice, or Coke) to subdue …
(2024-11-01). What's happening with the floods in Spain? expose-news.com In recent days, the region of Valencia in eastern Spain has been hit by the deadliest floods in decades, with a death toll of at least 158 people. The disaster has been …
(2024-11-01). Relatives of missing-presumed-incinerated endure "ambiguous loss" electronicintifada.net Rights group calls for investigation over what weapons Israel has used that caused an estimated 1,760 bodies to vanish without trace.
(2024-11-01). In Fencing China Out, Is Washington Fencing Itself In? fpif.org As Washington doubles down on its semiconductor embargoes, a troubling paradox emerges: in trying to stymie China's technological advances, the United States might just be fencing itself in. Each successive restriction aims to choke off China's progress, specifically in artificial intelligence and high-performance chips. Yet these measures risk isolating the United States from global tech supply chains, harming its own industry and allies. | Take the new U.S. Treasury rule, effective January 2025, which tightens restrictions on American investments in Chinese semiconductors and quantum computing. Although the Bid…
(2024-11-01). Iran and the Axis of Resistance. dissidentvoice.org Two years ago, Western media and academics reported that Iran was about to begin a new revolution in order to abolish the current political system, a legacy of the 1979 revolution. They dubbed this 'new revolution, Woman, Life, Freedom,' and described it as a feminist and democratic revolution. But as the Iranian public saw that …
(2024-11-01). A Secret to Staying Optimistic. dissidentvoice.org 
(2024-11-01). Cross-Cultural Comparative Politics. dissidentvoice.org 
Orientation What is politics? Nine Questions for Determining What is Politics In Part I of my article Seven Theories of Politics I posed ten questions for narrowing down what the range for defining what is politics. Temporal reach How far back into human history does politics go? Does politics go back to pre-state societies? Or …
(2024-11-01). "Too Much Evidence" of Genocide. dissidentvoice.org South Africa's legal team has submitted hundreds of documents containing what it calls "undeniable evidence" as part of its ongoing genocide case against the state of Israel, with the South African representative to The Hague telling Al Jazeera that "The problem we have is that we have too much evidence." The Israeli outlet Haaretz reports …
(2024-11-01). The Greatest Man in Gaza. dissidentvoice.org 
When Koko (cuteness for Kareem) and Momo (cuteness for Mohammad) hear the bombs explode over eastern Rafah they are filled with joy. They don't know any better, for they are not yet three years old and their father, Omar, tells them the bombs are fireworks. "The people are celebrating," he says. So now, when the …
(2024-11-01). Venezuelan Dissidents Supporting Israel Receive Human Rights Award: European Parliament's Sakharov Prize Goes to US-backed Opposition. dissidentvoice.org The world's peoples recoil in shock over the previously unimaginable barbarity of the US-Zionist assault on Palestine. The European Parliament is not impervious to what is transpiring. On the contrary, the body normalizes the cruelty by awarding its highest human rights award, the Sakharov Prize, to dissident Venezuelan genocide supporters. This is an example of …
(2024-11-01). Did The Latest BRICS Summit Achieve Anything Of Tangible Significance At All? thealtworld.com
(2024-11-01). "Too Much Evidence" Of Genocide. thealtworld.com 
South Africa's legal team has The Israeli outlet Haaretz
(2024-11-01). The War Against the Palestinians Must Go On. thealtworld.com Both major political parties connive at Israel's genocide in Gaza | The sucking up to Israel and its backers by the political class in America never seems go away. Indeed, it if anything increases during the lead up to national elections. In the latest manifestation of Judeophilia, Rudy Giuliani, self-described as "America's Mayor," has now informed us that "They [the Israelis] are our best friends. I worked for Ronald Reagan for eight years and Ronald Reagan said that we have to always be there for Israel always because Israel is always there for us! Hamas is not there for us, the Iranians are not there for us,…
(2024-11-01). How Israel is trying to beat the 'Axis of Resistance' by dominating the regional supply chain. thealtworld.com Israel has been able to insulate itself from the effects of the economic blockade imposed by the "Axis of Resistance" through supply chain warfare in the Middle East and the broader region. | I am republishing an article published yesterday by
(2024-11-01). Did The Latest BRICS Summit Achieve Anything Of Tangible Significance At All? pressenza.com
(2024-11-01). The 3rd World March for Peace and Nonviolence Base Team in Lahore, Pakistan. pressenza.com 
by Irshad Ahmad | A five-member base team from Spain, England, Italy, Australia, and Nepal arrived in Pakistan on the 25th and 26th of October in Karachi. After Karachi, the team was supposed to arrive at Allama Iqbal International Airport in Lahore on the 28th, but unfortunately, they missed their flight and reached Lahore on the morning of the 29th. The team was exhausted, having spent the night at Karachi airport. Students with Federica in the Educator School, Manga Mandi. | Their reception was organized at Government Boys High School, Manga Mandi, Lahore. Upon their arrival at the school, they were greeted by…
(2024-11-01). Venezuelan Dissidents Supporting Israel Receive Human Rights Award: European Parliament's Sakharov Prize Goes to US-backed Opposition. pressenza.com The world's peoples recoil in shock over the previously unimaginable barbarity of the By Roger D. Harris…
(2024-11-01). The Post-Harvest Tugging Tradition: "Punnuk" of Hungduan, Ifugao. pressenza.com 
by Christina B. Dano | There is a place in the Cordillera Administrative Region, particularly in Ifugao's Hungduan, where three communities—Hapao, Baang, and Nungulunan—participate in a series of post-harvest rituals collectively known as " huowah ." The final ritual, " punnuk ," is an energetic tugging competition held in the Hapao River. Before " punnuk " takes place, two other rituals, the " baki " and the " inum ," are conducted at the home of the " dumupag ," the lead family from the " kadangyan ," a traditional wealthy class that owns inherited terraced fields . These rituals are led by the " mu…
(2024-11-01). Addressing the negative effects of climate change in Bangladesh. pressenza.com Climate change is accelerating at an alarming rate, altering the natural calendar of the natural environment.: | By Ibrahim Khalil Ahasan | Crops are not being harvested at the right time, and water salinity and sea level are rising. Heavy rains, non-rainfalls, flash floods and untimely intense fires along with the increase are hitting the poverty line the most. In rich countries, climate change does not affect their socioeconomic conditions as much as it affects poor countries, i.e. South Asian countries. Wealthier countries tend to have the resources and networks to adapt to a changing climate and more…
(2024-11-01). The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election: A Moment Beyond Politics. pressenza.com The upcoming U.S. presidential election is not solely a political event; it holds a deeper cultural significance. Beyond the latest headlines about Palestine, Russia, inflation, AI, and China, at its core, this election is really about two themes shaping American society: race and gender. | In 2008, Barack Obama's election as the 44th President shattered America's racial ceiling. That historic day marked a profound shift, as the world watched the U.S. embrace a new era of possibility. | Now, we stand at another crossroads of history with a chance to elect our first woman president. Kamala Harris represents more t…
(2024-11-01). Huge Potential for Brics Nations to Cooperate in Energy Security: S Africa. infobrics.org Ramokgopa said the expansion of the Brics membership was a clear affirmation of the group's growing significance…
(2024-11-01). BRICS After Expansion. infobrics.org The 2024 expansion is the most important milestone, after which BRICS found itself at a fork in the road. It will either preserve and strengthen the quality of cooperation amid the new composition and turn into a genuine institute of global governance and dive into the formation of a more just world order, or it will become a loose and non-decision-making discussion club, participation in which is prestigious, but does not oblige its members to make any obligations or compromises, which are necessary for genuine multilateralism, Dmitry Suslov writes…
(2024-11-01). Moscow City Tourism Committee Notes Significant Potential for Developing Mutual Tourism Among BRICS Countries. infobrics.org Iranian nationals visiting Moscow show a strong preference for cultural sites while also engaging in shopping at the Russian capital's markets, according to the deputy chairman of the Moscow City Tourism Committee…
(2024-11-01). Kiev regime's one crazy plan after another — attack Russia with 1000 'Tomahawks'. infobrics.org One Kiev regime official told Politico that he was puzzled by the negative coverage, as the US actually encouraged the Neo-Nazi junta to make the request for "Tomahawks", with some American military experts supposedly studying its feasibility and "giving their blessings", allegedly calling it "totally realistic".
(2024-11-01). NATO plotting against its own members to 'help' Ukraine. infobrics.org Hungarian intelligence services recently neutralized a NATO spy plot to send some of the country's weapons to Ukraine.
(2024-11-01). Democrats and Republicans agree to ignore massive US debt before election. infobrics.org Divisions in American society are deepening.
(2024-11-01). 38 To Go… smoothiex12.blogspot.com but whatever it will be ⚪ he is already the greatest, when one considers the modern game which allows so few "leakers". No, I am not going to use Salvo Model here)) But Gretzky knows, oh yes, he does… He is already a legend …
(2024-11-01). Bismarck Had The Right Idea. smoothiex12.blogspot.com But it was ignored by the combined West.
(2024-11-01). It Is Obviously Putin's Fault. smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2024-11-01). The New Movie Trump Doesn't Want You To See. levernews.com 
(2024-11-01). The Western Banking System is Collapsing and No one is Paying Attention. thesiriusreport.com 
We assess why the western financial system is collapsing, providing clear examples, and yet the mainstream financial press seems oblivious or wilfully ignorant.
(2024-11-01). We're Fighting for our Freedoms ⚪ No Matter Who is President. aclu.org As we near Election Day, the ACLU is in conversation with state and local activists about how to prepare for, and respond to, the election outcome. Many people we spoke with are grappling with how they can best protect their communities and fight back against unprecedented attempts to restrict our rights. Right now, there's real concern about how to combat the dystopian, authoritarian vision for America that Many ACLU supporters also tell us that it alr…
(2024-11-01). Netanyahu Clarifies Zionist Position: The War Will Continue and Expand in the Region. orinocotribune.com By Ibrahim al-Amin — Nov 1, 2024 | There is nothing better than clarity in war. This is precisely what Benjamin Netanyahu practices without ambiguity. All his theatrics do not prevent him from being explicit when it comes to the core of his project. What he declares reflects—as facts indicate—the project of the vast majority of the settlers in the occupation entity, a project that enjoys genuine support from a world that has interests in supporting everything carried out by this "Hitler of the era." | Yesterday, Netanyahu summarized in a short speech the essence of what he has been working on for…
(2024-11-01). Diosdado Cabello Addresses Misinformation on Edwin Santos Case (+Interference). orinocotribune.com The minister of the interior, justice, and peace, Diosdado Cabello, has reported that the Scientific, Penal, and Criminal Investigation Corps (CICPC) will open an investigation into those who have spread misinformation surrounding the death of the Popular Will (VP) activist Edwin Santos. | During a broadcast of his television program Con el Mazo Dando this Thursday, October 31, Cabello announced that the CICPC will summon those who took it upon themselves to make claims that Santos had supposedly been kidnapped, even though the authorities had determined that the opposition activist died in a traffic accident in…
(2024-11-01). Venezuela: Latest Debates in the National Assembly (+Electoral Laws). orinocotribune.com The National Assembly of Venezuela, together with the majority of the country's political parties, is holding a series of working groups and discussions in order to reform the set of laws that regulate political and electoral activities in the country. | Both of the major parties involved in the discussions, as well as smaller parties participating in the initiative, represent the plurality encompassing Chavismo and the opposition. Notably, some groups that have electoral cards and make up the far-right Democratic Unitary Platform (PUD) decided not to be part of the proposal. | The president of the National Assem…
(2024-11-01). Revolutions Are Violent, Contradictory, and Messy, in Haiti as Elsewhere. orinocotribune.com 
By Kim Ives -Oct 30, 2024 | "A revolution is not a tea party, or writing an essay, or painting a picture, or doing embroidery; it cannot be so refined, so leisurely and gentle, so temperate, kind, courteous, restrained and magnanimous. A revolution is an insurrection, | an act of violence, by which one class overthrows another." | Mao Zedong | He was called "the butcher of the blacks." Another testified that he pursued his enemies "the way one hunts wild beasts. He shot, clubbed, and hanged on a daily basis." | Those remarks are not about any leader of Viv Ansanm (Live Together), the vilified coalition of armed n…
(2024-11-01). COVID mRNA Vaccine Injury: Three Tennessee Kids Have Dropped Dead While Running Cross-Country in the Past Two Months. globalresearch.ca Oct. 16, 2024 — Goodpasture cross country runner Janie Grace Moss dies three days after collapsing on run | Goodpasture cross country runner Janie Grace Moss died Wednesday morning, due to complications after she collapsed during a run. | Goodpasture announced her …
(2024-11-01). The Erroneous Claim of Safety of the Covid Vaccine: Open Letter to Canada's Fraser Health Authority. globalresearch.ca 
(2024-11-01). Democrats and Republicans Agree to Ignore Massive US Debt Before Election. globalresearch.ca The US Republican and Democratic parties have essentially agreed to ignore the size of the country's public debt and budget deficit, writes The Wall Street Journal. Rather than discussing the issue of debt, the respective presidential campaigns have become opportunities …
(2024-11-01). Modi's Absence from Commonwealth Meeting Highlights UK's Losing Prestige. globalresearch.ca Held in Samoa in the wake of the BRICS Summit in Russia, the 27th Meeting of Heads of State of the Commonwealth of Nations was not attended by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, …
(2024-11-01). Trudeau's 'IHRA handbook' Will Foster Persecution of Palestine Activism, Must be Withdrawn. globalresearch.ca Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East (CJPME) warns that the pro-censorship '
(2024-11-01). Carbon Dioxide Climate Hoax: The Big Reveal. globalresearch.ca
(2024-11-01). Patrick's Endgame When Words Fall on Deaf Ears. Edward Curtin. globalresearch.ca "I use the words you taught me. If they don't mean anything anymore, teach me others. Or let me be silent." — Samuel Becket, Endgame | Before he went to Rockaway Beach to bury himself in sand up to his neck, …
(2024-11-01). Declaration of a Planetary Emergency to Begin "the Long Term Reduction of Global Population" globalresearch.ca
(2024-11-01). Israel Kills the Journalists. Western Media Kills the Truth of Genocide in Gaza. globalresearch.ca They would hedge every report of a new Israeli atrocity — …
(2024-11-01). Deseràßà£o se torna um problema sério entre as tropas ucranianas. globalresearch.ca A deseràßà£o está a tornar-se um problema cada vez mais sério entre as tropas ucranianas. Até os políticos locais na Ucrânia està£o a admitir a terrível situaàßà£o das foràßas armadas do país no meio de uma crise moral e psicológica …
(2024-11-01). Leading Up to the Elections: The War Against the Palestinians Must Go On. globalresearch.ca The sucking up to Israel and its backers by the political class in America never seems go away. Indeed, it if anything increases during the lead up to national elections. In the latest manifestation of Judeophilia, Rudy Giuliani, self-described as …
(2024-11-01). Ukraine's Struggle to Survive Endangers the Survival of Europe Itself. globalresearch.ca With Moscow's steady advances since February (it has now seized the Selydovo mining hub in Donetsk), Kyiv is announcing plans to draft another 160,000 troops into its army. According to an Institute for the Study of War's data analysis, the …
(2024-11-01). Labour's Darren Jones takes Tory MP apart on Question Time panel for wrecking the economy. leftfootforward.org The Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones took apart a Tory MP on the BBC Question Time panel yesterday for wrecking the economy and leaving Labour with a disastrous inheritance. | Jones appeared on the panel as he defended the Labour government's first budget after its election win, saying that difficult choices had to be made after the government was left with a £22bn financial black hole by the last Tory government. | As Tory MP Andrew Griffith took aim at the budget, Jones replied: "I worked well with Andrew Griffith on the Science and Technology Select Committee. | "Andrew was Economic Secret…
(2024-11-01). 8 damning polling stats that show the new Tory leader won't be able to revive the party. leftfootforward.org At the time of writing, we don't know whether Robert Jenrick or Kemi Badenoch will be the next leader of the Conservative Party. But we do know they've got a mighty uphill struggle to turn around the party's fortunes after its worst ever general election defeat. | New polling has firmly driven this home. The headline figures from YouGov's latest Here are the 8 key stats you need to know from the poll: | Keir Starmer has a 7 point lead over Kemi…
(2024-11-01). Revealed: Who the public still trust on the economy. leftfootforward.org After the Labour government came to power, the party has made no secret of the fact that difficult choices will have to be made on taxation and public spending, after inheriting a far worse set of public finances from the Tories than initially imagined. | Chancellor Rachel Reeves has highlighted how there was a £22bn financial black hole left in the economy after the Tories left office and earlier this week unveiled a budget that included tax rises as well as investment in public services and an increase in the minimum wage to help boost the incomes of millions of low-paid workers. | Despite repeated att…
(2024-11-01). Unauthorized Disclosure: November 1 Update. thedissenter.org Subscribe to the "Unauthorized Disclosure" at TheDissenter.org for access to exclusive content and full episodes of the podcast…
(2024-11-01). I Became an Anarchist While Working for the Democratic Party. itsgoingdown.org
(2024-11-01). "Too Much Evidence" Of Genocide. caitlinjohnstone.com.au South Africa's legal team has submitted hundreds of documents containing what it calls "undeniable evidence" as part of its ongoing genocide case against the state of Israel, with the South African representative to The Hague telling Al Jazeera that "The problem we have is that we have too much evidence."
(2024-11-01). Bill Clinton defends Israel's Gaza assault, draws outrage from Arab American leaders at Harris rally. nationofchange.org Critics have called Clinton's remarks dehumanizing and racially insensitive, echoing language often used by Israeli hardliners to justify the high Palestinian death toll.
(2024-11-01). Crypto giant's $76 million election push triggers watchdog complaint, exposes FEC inaction on 'illegal' campaign spending. nationofchange.org As Coinbase's political spending has surged past $76 million, critics argue that the FEC is failing in its regulatory responsibilities by not investigating these alleged violations.
(2024-11-01). Political attack ads become fixture of politics in US. nationofchange.org Political ads are now appearing far more than ever.
(2024-11-01). "Little Secret"? Elie Mystal on Trump's Likely Plan to Steal Election with GOP House Speaker Johnson. democracynow.org 
With just days to go before the November 5 presidential election, fears are growing that Republicans intend to interfere with the official results in order to install Donald Trump as president. At Sunday's Madison Square Garden rally, Trump said he had a "little secret" with House Speaker Mike Johnson that would have a "big impact" on the outcome, though neither he nor Johnson elaborated on what that entailed. Elie Mystal, the justice correspondent for The Nation, says the secret is almost certainly a plan to force a contingent election, whereby no candidate wins a majority of the El…
(2024-11-01). Headlines for November 1, 2024. democracynow.org At Least 95 Palestinians Are Killed in One Day as Israel Intensifies Attacks on Northern Gaza, Israeli Forces Detain, Beat and Brand Palestinians After Deadly West Bank Raid, Israel's Assault on Lebanon Destroys or Damages One-Quarter of All Buildings Near Border, Peace Activists Celebrate as Barclays Sells Shares of Israeli Weapons Maker Elbit Systems, In Arizona, Kamala Harris Promotes Women's Rights; Donald Trump Says Liz Cheney Should Be Shot, Bill Clinton Sparks Outrage After Saying Israel Was "Forced" to Kill Civilians in Gaza, Death Toll from Flash Flooding in Spain Soars to 158, Pa…
(2024-11-01). BBC's Steve Rosenberg amplifies President Putin's message. strategic-culture.su
(2024-11-01). Billionaires produce more carbon in 90 minutes than YOU do in your entire LIFE. thecanary.co An average hour and a half in the lives of 50 of the world's richest billionaires emits more carbon pollution than a normal income person does in their entire life time, according to a report from Oxfam. The research, 'Carbon Inequality Kills', shows that the super rich not only dwarf people through their bank balances […] | By
(2024-11-01). Amazon Guardian Paulo Guajajara was my friend. Five years after his killing, I want justice. thecanary.co 
Paulo Paulino Guajajara looks down and off to one side, the Amazon forest lush and dense behind him. His voice thickens; he clears his throat. "My mother, she's unwell. She told me to stop doing this work," he says, and presses the heel of his hand against his eye to stop a tear. He looks […] | By
(2024-11-01). Super/Man shows some realities of living with spinal cord injury — but not everyone's. thecanary.co 
For anyone seeing Super/Man: the Christopher Reeve Story, which has its UK Cinema release on Friday 1 November, prepare to be inspired and taken on an emotional rollercoaster. But does it show the realities of living with spinal cord injury? For those affected, the jury is out. However, Spinal Injuries Association says the film is […] | By
(2024-11-01). Palestine Action just scored its SECOND victory over the Israel lobby THIS WEEK. thecanary.co 
Palestine Action has just scored another major victory against the Israel lobby and the arms trade. This time, prominent PR firm APCO has dropped notorious Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit as a client, after activists repeatedly targeted the company. Palestine Action: second victory in a week After a campaign of disruptive direct action against their London […] | By
(2024-11-01). Billionaires produce more carbon in 90 minutes than YOU do in your entire LIFE. thecanary.co An average hour and a half in the lives of 50 of the world's richest billionaires emits more carbon pollution than a normal income person does in their entire life time, according to a report from Oxfam. The research, 'Carbon Inequality Kills', shows that the super rich not only dwarf people through their bank balances …
(2024-11-01). Amazon Guardian Paulo Guajajara was my friend. Five years after his killing, I want justice. thecanary.co Paulo Paulino Guajajara looks down and off to one side, the Amazon forest lush and dense behind him. His voice thickens; he clears his throat. "My mother, she's unwell. She told me to stop doing this work," he says, and presses the heel of his hand against his eye to stop a tear. He looks …
(2024-11-01). Trump could win this election. Here's what MAGA has in store. therealnews.com 
(2024-11-01). On Losing a Loved One to Alzheimer's—and Trumpism. therealnews.com 
This story was co-published with In These Times on November 1, 2024. Disclosure: As 501(c)(3) nonprofits, The Real News Network and In These Times do not support or oppose any candidate for public office. I went home to say goodbye to my grandpa for the last time. His body may still be alive when we make it back …
(2024-11-01). Trump could win this election. Here's what MAGA has in store. therealnews.com The MAGA movement didn't disappear after Trump's defeat in the 2020 election. If anything, Republicans and extremists outside the party have learned how to effectively organize and seize power in the intervening years. We can look to Florida and Texas, and even to smaller-scale examples like Shasta County to glean what could come from a …
(2024-11-01). CBTU founder Jim Wilkerson: an exemplary comrade to the end. cpusa.org 
Friends, comrades, and fellow trade unionists came together to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of James Edward Wilkerson at the Operating Engineers International Union (IUOE) Local 513 hall on Friday, October 25. | Born on December 12, 1943, in St. Louis, Jim Wilkerson was the oldest of ten children. He attended Sumner High School, where he was a member of the student council. He was also a member of the Spirit of St. Louis Drum and Bugle Corps., where he played the baritone horn. It was at an early age that Wilkerson developed a love for jazz and blues. According to his daughter, Lisa, "he could cut a…
(2024-11-01). Healthcare staff celebrated at Imperial research event. imperial.ac.uk NHS staff across north-west London showcased their research work and projects at an event to celebrate their achievements.
(2024-11-01). Two new research units to protect public health and respond to major threats. imperial.ac.uk Imperial has been awarded funding for two national research units to focus on health threats of radiation and respiratory infections.
(2024-11-01). Stent surgery and quantum entanglement: News from Imperial. imperial.ac.uk Here's a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
(2024-11-01). Imperial's US hub launches with AI and robotics leaders in San Francisco. imperial.ac.uk Leading scientists, engineers, investors and industry leaders have gathered in the US for the official launch of Imperial's new hub in San Francisco.‚ÄØ…
(2024-11-01). British Broadcaster Censored a "Big Brother" Contestant's Watermelon Shirt. theintercept.com ITV deployed a series of editing techniques to remove all imagery of a watermelon — a long-standing icon of Palestinian solidarity. big brother watermelon
(2024-11-01). President calls for enhanced collaboration between national and provincial governments. sanews.gov.za President calls for enhanced collaboration between national and provincial governments | President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised the importance of closer cooperation between national and provincial governments, urging ministers to engage more directly and consistently with their provincial counterparts. | The President was addressing a meeting between the National Executive and the Limpopo Executive Council, led by Premier Phophi Ramathuba, at the Polokwane Municipality Council Chamber in Limpopo on Friday. , , President Ramaphosa described today's meeting as significant, marking the start of a programme by the…
(2024-11-01). President Ramaphosa assents to Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Bill. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa assents to Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Bill | President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially assented to the Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Bill, a key piece of legislation aimed at accelerating petroleum exploration and development with participation by black South Africans, as part of the nation's social and economic advancement. | The Presidency said in a statement that the Bill ensures petroleum resources are developed responsibly, provides fair access, and promotes sustainable growth. | It also allows for active involvement from government and black South Africans in bu…
(2024-11-01). Council indaba to zero-in on climate resilient build environment. sanews.gov.za Council indaba to zero-in on climate resilient build environment | The Council for the Built Environment (CBE) is on track to convene its second Built Environment Climate Change Indaba (BECCI) next week., , "The CBE's 2024 BECCI is centred on building a climate-resilient built environment for South Africa while acknowledging and incorporating the Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) in the entire construction lifecycle, and processes and legislations of national, provincial and local government," said the council in a statement on Thursday., , The CBE is public entity of the Department of Public Works and Infrastru…
(2024-11-01). dtic calls for comments on draft amended Consumer Protection Act. sanews.gov.za dtic calls for comments on draft amended Consumer Protection Act | The Department of Trade Industry and Competition (the dtic) has called on all stakeholders and interested parties to submit comments on the draft amended Regulations 4 of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA 68 of 2008). | Regulations 4 of the CPA provides mechanisms to block unwanted direct marketing communication. | Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Parks Tau, published the amended Regulations in the Government Gazette on 28 October 2024, giving interested parties 45 days to submit their comments. | South African consumers are constantly ex…
(2024-11-01). dtic calls for a resilient health system. sanews.gov.za dtic calls for a resilient health system | The Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Zuko Godlimpi, has called for a resilient health system that prioritises equitable access and sustainable solutions in times of crisis. | He emphasised the need for fair and sustainable measures to equip health systems with the necessary "shock absorbers" to withstand future challenges. | Godlimpi said it was clear with every health crisis faced as a country, region and world that sustainable ways must be found to strengthen health systems. | He made these remarks during his address at the Annual General Meeting…
(2024-11-01). Maintenance defaulters' days are numbered, warns Minister. sanews.gov.za Maintenance defaulters' days are numbered, warns Minister | Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Thembi Simelane says the days of those who have been shirking their responsibilities and not paying maintenance are numbered. | "We are indeed coming for them," said Simelane, who was speaking at the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Maintenance Online Listing of Defaulters held in Johannesburg on Friday. | She said the signing was historic, as it heralded a new era in the quest to ensure that maintenance defaulters have no place to hide. | "There is no doubt that the failure to pay…
(2024-11-01). SIU collects evidence in Makana Local Municipality maladministration allegations. sanews.gov.za SIU collects evidence in Makana Local Municipality maladministration allegations | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has searched and collected evidence related to allegations of serious maladministration at the Makana Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape. | This after it obtained a warrant to search the premises of the municipality on Thursday. | "At 9 am on Friday, 01 November, the SIU, assisted by the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation, commonly known as the Hawks, entered the municipality's premises to collect evidence that is in line with Proclamation 207 of 2024 authorised the SIU to investi…
(2024-11-01). Gauteng Health MEC laments poor Ekurhuleni spaza food safety standards. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Health MEC laments poor Ekurhuleni spaza food safety standards | Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, has lamented the lack of food safety standards at some of the local spaza shops in Ekurhuleni townships., , The MEC, together with City of Ekurhuleni officials and local councillors, conducted a food safety blitz in the area following the recent spate of deaths and children falling ill after eating snacks from local spaza shops across the country. , , Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi announced this week that forensic tests unveiled those six primary school children from Naledi, Sow…
(2024-11-01). Government accelerating land reform and redistribution. sanews.gov.za Government accelerating land reform and redistribution | Accelerating land reform remains the key priority of government, says Deputy President Paul Mashatile. | The Deputy President announced in Parliament on Thursday that in the past five years alone, the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Land Reform and Agriculture, through the relevant departments and State organs, redistributed 305 990 hectares of land. | This includes 127 525 hectares allocated to women, 111 071 hectares to youth, and 2 781 hectares to people with disability between 2019 and 2024. | Meanwhile, he said about 2.3 million people have bene…
(2024-11-01). The Powerful Interests Fighting Jeremy Clarkson's Countryside Culture War to Avoid Inheritance Tax. bylinetimes.com 
Groups such as the National Farmers Union and the Countryside Alliance have reacted with fury to changes to Inheritance Tax for farmers. | Multi-millionaire former Top Gear host – turned reality TV farmer – Jeremy Clarkson is among those accusing the Labour Government of "shafting" Britain's agricultural sector. | Agricultural property was previously exempt from inheritance tax, no matter how much it was worth — on the rationale that farming businesses typically run in families and are handed down from generation to generation. | But Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced to the Commons in her Budget on We…
(2024-11-01). American Carnage: The Musk-Trump Plan for Total Collapse. bylinetimes.com 
Americans are sleepwalking toward imminent social, economic and political collapse on a scale that is, frankly, difficult to fathom. Not by accident mind you — but by design. | Over the last two decades, I've predicted some of the world's most pivotal events including the 2008 global financial crash and the mainstreaming of the
(2024-11-01). Arabs and Muslims condemn racist anti-Arab anti-Muslim comments of State Sen. Sara Feigenholtz. thearabdailynews.com
(2024-11-01). Senator Tammy Duckworth tells Arabs and Muslims their concerns are irrelevant. thearabdailynews.com Senator Tammy Duckworth tells Arabs and Muslims their concerns are irrelevant US Senator Tammy Duckworth claims to be fighter for victims of racism and discrimination and violence but when it comes to Israel, which has given her more than $782,000, she sets aside principle to pander to violent racist anti-Arab and anti-Muslim policies. Duckworth has… |
(2024-11-01). Climate Change Policies, Killing the American Dream: The Climate Realism Show — LIVE every Friday at 1 p.m. ET. wattsupwiththat.com Climate change policy is often framed as a challenge to personal freedoms and choices, especially when policies seem to impose strict limits on individuals' lifestyles and economic options. For example, regulations that mandate renewable energy or limit fossil fuel use can feel like a direct restriction on the American dream—the idea that with hard work, anyone can achieve prosperity and a higher standard of living. These policies sometimes require sacrifices that may impact businesses and workers in traditional energy industries, as well as limit consumer choices in cars, appliances, home energy sources, a…
(2024-11-01). Day of the Dead holiday brings in tourism to Mexico. america.cgtn.com 
Mexicans are celebrating their nation's most traditional holiday, Day of the Dead. It goes back to times before Christianity came to the Americas, when families reconnected with their departed loved ones through ancient rituals. This major holiday now draws millions of tourists, who spend hundreds of millions of dollars over just a few days. CGTN's Franc Contreras reports.
(2024-11-01). Electric Vehicles: A Tale of Woe in the Absence of the Market Process. wattsupwiththat.com There is a market for electric vehicles, but government mandates and subsidies—regulators predicting winners and losers—cause more harm than good. By forcing technology into widespread use before it is ready for primetime, governments are causing consumers to resist EVs. Instead, government regulators should allow consumer demand, competition, and the "market process" to guide EV adoption.
(2024-11-01). Grid Companies Bracing For Power Cuts. wattsupwiththat.com But clearly these minor events are not what Northern Powergrid have in mind. Instead it appears they are worried about major outages when we simply don't have enough power to go round.
(2024-11-01). Year 2024 Global Northern Hemisphere Hurricane Season is Clearly Below "Normal" Despite all the Alarmist Hype focused on the North Atlantic. wattsupwiththat.com It is unfortunate and pathetic that the climate extremist media works so hard concealing the clear picture provided by measured climate science data which demonstrate that the world is not facing a climate emergency.
(2024-11-01). Zambia Should Stop Harassing Investigative Journalist. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Newspapers for sale outside a store in Lusaka, Zambia, on February 23, 2024. | © 2024 Luke Dray/Bloomberg via Getty Images | On October 16, police in Zambia's capital, Lusaka, arrested investigative journalist Thomas Zgambo and detained him without charge for nearly two weeks. Zgambo writes for the online news outlet Zambian Whistleblower, which has exposed alleged corruption, human rights abuses, and abuse of power under President Hakainde Hichilema.A day into his detention, Zgambo, 52, wrote on Facebook that the police had demanded access to his phones and other electronic device…
(2024-11-01). What is Project 2025? america.cgtn.com 
Project 2025 is a set of policy initiatives drafted by a conservative Washington think tank with the goal of helping a potential second Donald Trump administration quickly put conservative policies into place. It's making waves in the race for the White House. CGTN's Jim Spellman explains.
(2024-11-01). UNDP on impact of subsidies on biodiversity loss. america.cgtn.com 
At COP16 — the UN conference on biodiversity in Cali, Colombia — governments are trying to identify $700 billion in funding a year to help restore nature. But each year countries spend trillions on harmful subsidies that go towards fossil fuels, agriculture, and fisheries. CGTN sat down with UN Assistant Secretary General and Director of UNDP's Bureau for Policy and Program Support to discuss a hidden drain on financing that could otherwise be spent more efficiently on programs to help stop biodiversity loss. The UNDP is offering guidance on how to reallocate government subsidies for fishing, agricult…
(2024-11-01). What does the U.S. election mean for Canadian climate action? monitormag.ca
(2024-11-01). China, Brazil increasing ties among BRICS. america.cgtn.com 
China and Brazil are key players of the Global South. The two countries have been working together to advance the interests of emerging markets. Recently, a seminar in Brazil explored ways to develop this partnership. Paulo Cabral reports.
(2024-11-01). Pro-Israel Group Wants Media To Excuse Israel's Killing Of Journalists. readthemaple.com Israel's claims about its attacks on journalists have been debunked or disputed by international experts.
(2024-11-01). Exclusive: judge lifts Met's protest ban bail condition on Greenstein. skwawkbox.org 
Jewish pro-Palestine protester succeeds in lifting 'disproportionate' bail ban Tony Greenstein, the left-wing Jewish supporter of Palestinian rights and freedom who has been repeatedly arrested for standing up for justice, has succeeded today in a court bid to lift a ban on attending pro-Palestine protests. The Met tried unsuccessfully to contest Greenstein's application, but the …
(2024-11-01). Breaking: Jewish Israeli historian Bresheeth arrested during demo outside Israeli ambassador residence. skwawkbox.org 
Police believed to have used anti-terror laws against academic in his seventies Jewish Israeli historian Prof Haim Bresheeth has been arrested tonight during the weekly anti-genocide protest outside the Camden residence of far-right Israeli ambassador Tzipi Hotovely. Prof Bresheeth, a well-known academic and left-wing activist, was taken into custody in Charing Cross police station. Friends …
(2024-11-01). Starbucks Malaysia denies closing 100 stores because of BDS — but did lose millions vs profits last year. skwawkbox.org 
Company posts 91.5m RM loss compared to 103.5m profit in previous year — but claims store closures 'few and temporary' Starbucks Malaysia has denied reports circulating that it has closed 100 stores because of the 'BDS' (boycott, divestment and sanctions' campaign against it, saying that it has 'temporarily' closed 'a few stores' as part of …
(2024-11-01). Video: Israel murders 6 medics in missile strike. skwawkbox.org 
Horrifying footage of explosion in targeting campaign that killed six medical workers and wounded others Video released from Tyre in Lebanon shows the moment Israel's forces targeted medics and paramedics working in Lebanon's civil defence yesterday. Israeli strikes killed six medics and wounded at least four others. In just a month since its invasion, Israel …
(2024-11-01). What Was I Doing While Israel Was Killing Civilians in Gaza? dissentmagazine.org 
Israelis have seemingly grown accustomed to the atrocities of the Gaza war while continuing their day-to-day lives.
(2024-11-01). EVENT | November 15] Democratic Futures: A Post-Election Conversation. dissentmagazine.org 
A discussion in New York with Dissent contributors Waleed Shahid, Daniel Schlozman, and Lissy Romanow.
(2024-11-01). CPJ, 27 partners call on Sandvine to strengthen commitment to human rights and remediate harms. sandvine.com
(2024-11-01). New archives collection highlights CPT's work in Palestine. anabaptistworld.org For nearly 30 years, Community Peacemaker Teams (formerly Christian Peacemaker Teams) has been active in Hebron, a Palestinian city in the West Bank. In a speech at the 1984 Mennonite World Conference Assembly, theologian Ron Sider called for the creation of "a new nonviolent peacekeeping force." Sider challenged the church saying, "Unless we are ready …
(2024-11-01). Five things Friday roundup: How to stay grounded during the U.S. 2024 election. anabaptistworld.org For some, the election cycle causes a great deal of stress. Given our 24-hour news cycle, it's easy to give into the anxiety and urgency. It's one thing to be informed, but we can also over-consume. Here are some ways to lower your anxiety as we head into Tuesday, Nov. 5. 1. Engage with your …
(2024-11-01). Beyond Rank Ambition: Can Colleges Save Democracy? publicbooks.org Do college rankings have anything to offer a hoped-for democracy renaissance?
(2024-11-01). Reaching out to children. anabaptistworld.org New Creation Fellowship Church in Newton, Kan., has always been small, but one of its members has had a wide-reaching effect on the community. New Creation Preschool, begun in 1996, has seen more than 1,400 preschoolers come through.
(2024-11-01). Election Day Nears as Demographics Debate: Trump or Harris? themedialine.org 
(2024-11-01). Renewed Israeli Airstrikes Rock Beirut Suburbs as Cease-fire Efforts Stall. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-01). Report: Iran Vows 'Harsh Response' to Israel Strikes, Plans Retaliation Post US Election. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-01). Israeli Bulldozers Damage UN Aid Office in West Bank Camp, Sparking Dispute. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-01). Iraq's Parliament Agrees on New Speaker After Year of Deadlock. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-01). OPINION — Bibi's 'All Eyes on Rafah' Game Changer for the War. themedialine.org 
(2024-11-01). In Bryansk, the West once again shows its terrorist face. strategic-culture.su
(2024-11-01). O neoliberalismo e a destruiàßà£o da consciência. strategic-culture.su
(2024-11-01). Petro: EEUU, Europa e Israel experimentan en Gaza dominio del mundo. strategic-culture.su
(2024-11-01). The withering away of the liberal state. strategic-culture.su
(2024-11-01). Two governments linked by lies and bloodshed. strategic-culture.su The United States can never tell the truth about Israel or enforce its own laws | Philip M. GIRALDI | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | As the U…
(2024-11-01). West sees red over failed second color revolution in Georgia. strategic-culture.su
(2024-11-01). He knows the fraud of the eyes, and all that the breasts conceal. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah [The Exalted] says: ŸäŸéÿπŸíŸÑŸéŸÖŸè ÿÆŸéÿߟìÿ¶ŸêŸÜŸéÿ©Ÿé Ÿ±ŸÑŸíÿ£ŸéÿπŸíŸäŸèŸÜŸê ŸàŸéŸÖŸéÿß ÿ™ŸèÿÆŸíŸÅŸê…
(2024-11-01). Indo-Fijian 'listen to us' plea to NZ over Pacific ethnicity classification. asiapacificreport.nz By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific presenter/Bulletin editor Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says that as far as Fiji is concerned, Fijians of Indian descent are Fijian. While Fiji is part of the Pacific, Indo-Fijians are not classified as Pacific peoples in New Zealand; instead, they are listed under Indian and Asian on the Stats NZ…
(2024-11-01). Philippine Supreme Court orders 'temporary protection' for abducted environmental activist. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Jairo Bolledo in Manila The Philippine Supreme Court has granted temporary protection to an environmental activist abducted in Pangasinan earlier this year. In its resolution dated September 9 — but only made public this week — the court granted Francisco "Eco" Dangla III's petition for temporary protection, and prohibited the respondents, including high-ranking soldiers…
(2024-11-01). Palestinian Hostages "Disappeared" By Western Holocaust-Supporting Mainstream. marktanliano.net
(2024-11-01). The next president could address the plastics crisis — or worsen it. Here's how. grist.org 
(2024-11-01). The Department of Energy wants to pay companies to make greener solar panels. grist.org 
In June, U.S. solar manufacturer Qcells
(2024-11-01). Transcript of Judging Freedom, 31 October 2024. gilbertdoctorow.com Transcript below by a reader Judge Andrew Napolitano: 0: 32Hi, everyone. Judge Andrew Napolitano here for "Judging Freedom". Today is Thursday, October 31st, 2024. Professor Gilbert Doctorow joins us now. Professor Doctorow, always a pleasure, my dear friend. Thank you for joining us. I believe you're in Russia. Maybe you will share some observations that you've …
(2024-11-01). 12 Marketing Tools for Small Business Owners. moguldom.com Marketing can be more affordable and potentially more effective today than ever before. That is, if you're utilizing the right marketing tools for small business owners. So many marketing tools, techniques, and strategies exist, but not all will deliver for your brand. A business only has limited advertising dollars. Putting your funds towards what will …
(2024-11-01). Finding Trustworthy Home Care for Cancer Patients: Essential Tips. moguldom.com How to Find Trustworthy Home Care for Cancer Patients When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, finding the right home care is a huge step. With so many options, it can feel overwhelming to decide which is best. Taking the time to choose a service that provides compassionate, tailored support will make a positive …
(2024-11-01). Understanding Financing Options for Hobbyists Becoming Entrepreneurs. moguldom.com Transitioning from a hobbyist to an entrepreneur can be exciting yet challenging. One of the most crucial aspects of this transition is understanding the financing options available to you. Proper funding can make a significant difference in turning your passion into a successful business. This article will explore various financing options and essential considerations to …
(2024-11-01). Israeli occupation forces blow up a mosque in Southern Lebanon. youtube.com 
(2024-11-01). Rescue Unit 669, with medical teams and Air Force helicopters, evacuated over 1,800 injured Israelis. youtube.com 
(2024-11-01). Part 1: The party of war and monopolies. unitedworldint.com The US is heading to the elections on November 5. We conducted a comprehensive interview with Harley Schlanger, Vice President of the Schiller Institute in the US. In the first part of the interview Schlanger addresses the issues of polarized society, "the party of war", the differences of the two parties in terms of economic …
(2024-11-01). Ecuador's Indigenous Environmental Defenders Face Rising Threats. devdiscourse.com Ecuador's Indigenous environmental defenders are enduring escalating threats and violence, activists revealed at the U.N. COP16 nature talks in Colombia. This alarming trend comes as nearly 200 nations strive to implement the 2022 Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity Framework, which emphasizes the protection of environmental defenders.
(2024-11-01). Clemency Denied: The Unfolding Story of Richard Moore. devdiscourse.com In a case attracting widespread attention, Richard Moore is scheduled for execution in South Carolina, after his clemency request was denied by Governor Henry McMaster on Thursday. Moore, convicted of a 1999 convenience store murder, has faced appeals from diverse groups urging for his death sentence to be commuted.
(2024-11-01). Controversial Execution: The Case of Richard Moore. devdiscourse.com South Carolina executed Richard Moore by lethal injection on Friday for the 1999 killing of a convenience store clerk, despite appeals for clemency from diverse quarters, including some jurors from his trial and the presiding judge.
(2024-11-01). U.S. Fortifies Middle East Presence Amid Tensions. devdiscourse.com The United States government announced on Friday its intention to deploy significant military resources, including B-52 bombers and Navy destroyers, to the Middle East. This move comes as a strategic readjustment of military assets with the Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group exiting the region, illustrating U.S. military responsiveness worldwide.
(2024-11-01). Trump's Violent Rhetoric Sparks Legal Inquiry in Arizona. devdiscourse.com Arizona's Attorney General, Kris Mayes, has launched an investigation into Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. The inquiry centers on allegations of Trump violating state laws against death threats following controversial remarks about critic Liz Cheney.
(2024-11-01). Shelbourne's Triumphant Return: Damien Duff's Legacy in Irish Football. devdiscourse.com Damien Duff, a celebrated former Ireland and Chelsea winger, has guided Shelbourne FC to their first League of Ireland title in 18 years. Describing the dramatic season's finale as the "pinnacle" of his career, Duff showcased his stellar influence on the field and the managerial realm.
(2024-11-01). Tensions Rise as North Korea Escalates Defense Strategies. devdiscourse.com Amid escalating tensions, North Korea on Saturday reiterated its commitment to boosting self-defense measures, accusing the United States and South Korea of intensifying war threats in the region. This assertion follows the country's recent intercontinental ballistic missile test.
(2024-11-01). Nvidia Replaces Intel on Dow Jones: A Shift in the Semiconductor Landscape. devdiscourse.com Nvidia is poised to replace Intel on the prestigious Dow Jones Industrial Average, marking a significant shift in the semiconductor industry. The change emphasizes Nvidia's growing importance in driving advancements in artificial intelligence, a sector Intel has struggled to dominate.
(2024-11-01). Amid wave of antisemitism, Norway's Jews feel vulnerable and betrayed. haaretz.com Jewish communities worldwide are reeling from a year of hostility from neighbors. But probably nothing matches what the tiny community in Norway has endured…
(2024-11-01). If you thought the Gaza war ended Netanyahu's constitutional coup, you were gravely wrong. haaretz.com A three-front war has only made Benjamin Netanyahu more of a delusional megalomaniac who believes he can remake Israel and the whole Middle East at the same time. The public's fury over the ultra-Orthodox community's draft dodging may be a sign Netanyahu is overreaching in his untethered ambitions…
(2024-11-01). Haaretz asks court to allow publication of affair linked to PMO, defense establishment. haaretz.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in response that he is demanding that the gag order be lifted and that 'the ongoing obfuscation serves as a guise' to smear the PM's office…
(2024-11-01). Suspects arrested over alleged leak of classified intelligence that may impede Gaza war objectives in probe linked to Netanyahu's office. haaretz.com One of the detainees in the ongoing probe is linked to Netanyahu's office and has worked closely with him during the Gaza war. The prime minister claims that none of his staff were arrested…
(2024-11-01). Netanyahu exploiting assassination threat to avoid testifying in his corruption trial. haaretz.com So far, the Israeli prime minister Netanyahu hasn't asked the court for a further delay of his court appearance, but there are no signs that he is preparing for his testimony…
(2024-11-01). Victory for Trump could mean defeat in the battle to save Israel's democracy. haaretz.com If the Orange Menace is elected president next week, a critical outpost in the battle for our democracy will fall, but Netanyahu won't necessarily benefit ‚ñ As far as Foreign Minister Israel Katz is concerned, the defense portfolio will only be a way station to the top…
(2024-11-01). Israel is waiting for the U.S. election — but could pay a price no matter who wins. haaretz.com The IDF is worried about the Iranian situation spinning out of control — but there may just be an opportunity hiding in Syria ‚ñ The defense establishment identifies threats within the government ‚ñ And the next commander of the Galilee Division is already looking at future threats…
(2024-11-01). Black flags and war crimes: Should Israeli soldiers in Gaza refuse to obey orders? haaretz.com The issue of the refusal to obey military orders remains one of the most sensitive, toxic subjects in Israel. But with the IDF assault on northern Gaza leading to expulsion of Palestinian civilians and a humanitarian crisis, some Israelis believe that these are war crimes and illegal orders that soldiers are obliged to refuse…
(2024-11-01). As budget cuts loom over Israelis, ultra-Orthodox are dodging more than military service. haaretz.com Israel's 2025 budget is set to be the most austere since 2002-2003, when the second intifada was raging and the country was in a deep recession. That won't affect the Haredim, who are determined to both avoid army service and hang onto their state subsidies…
(2024-11-01). An 11-year-old Palestinian boy was shot dead after throwing stones at armored Israeli army vehicles. haaretz.com A soldier in the last jeep in the convoy fired a single bullet at they boy's chest, killing him…
(2024-11-01). 'Israel is a different country. Citizens' lives were devalued and we've become used to that'. haaretz.com Rotem Cooper's parents were kidnapped to Gaza on October 7. His mother was released after 17 days, but his father was murdered in Hamas captivity. His body remains held in Gaza to this day…
(2024-11-01). Israeli officer dies of wounds sustained in Gaza fighting in September. haaretz.com Capt. Yarden Zakay, 21, was wounded when an explosive device detonated, causing the partial collapse of a building and killing three other soldiers from the brigade along with a paramedic…
(2024-11-01). 'It was the happiest time in my life. Then I found a lump'. haaretz.com This week at Ben-Gurion airport: A woman who has breast cancer vows to love herself, and another who feels energized in the nude…
(2024-11-01). U.S. to bolster military presence in Mideast with bomber aircraft and warships amid Israel-Iran tensions. haaretz.com IRAN: CNN reports that Iran may strike Israel before the U.S. presidential elections ‚ñ GAZA: 84 reportedly killed in IDF strikes in last day, UN warns northern Gaza is 'apocalyptic,' everyone at 'imminent risk' of death ‚ñ LEBANON: Media reports say 45 people killed in Israeli-attributed strikes in Bekaa Valley ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Hamas source says group rejected temporary cease-fire deal proposal by mediators…
(2024-11-01). Health workers commit to use new digital tool to fight TB. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Health workers and human rights defenders have committed to expanding the use of new digital tools to improve access to treatment and information about Tuberculosis (TB) infections within communities. The Association of Persons with Disabilities Living with HIV (ADIPHA-Uganda), a non-governmental organization in the Greater Masaka sub-region, has partnered with …
(2024-11-01). Land conflicts, low revenues affect govt programmes. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government of Uganda registered a lower-than-planned net borrowing (what it spent compared to what it borrowed) in the month of September, which also closed the first quarter of this financial year. This was mainly because of the slow implantation of government projects, as well as less readily available external aid, …
(2024-11-01). UBL's Bell ObaFest draws Over 6000, fosters responsible drinking and 100% environmental sustainability. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) continued its strong advocacy for responsible drinking at this year's Bell ObaFest through activations and messaging on moderation, zero tolerance for drunk driving, and environmental sustainability through eco-friendly waste management. The festival, which lasted 3 days accumulated 2 tonnes of waste materials, 56% of which was …
(2024-11-01). Kenya swears in new deputy president. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI, Kenya | Xinhua | Kenya's Kithure Kindiki was sworn in as the country's new deputy president Friday in a ceremony held in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, a day after the High Court lifted orders that barred his inauguration. The inauguration of Kindiki, who was the immediate former Cabinet secretary in the Ministry of Interior …
(2024-11-01). On Losing a Loved One to Alzheimer's—and Trumpism. therealnews.com This story was co-published with In These Times on November 1, 2024. | Disclosure: As 501(c)(3) nonprofits, The Real News Network and In These Times do not support or oppose any candidate for public office. | I went home to say goodbye to my grandpa for the last time. | His body may still be alive when we make it back to California for Christmas, and I may get to see him again. But the bulk of his self, body and mind, will be gone. When it comes to the jovial, hilarious, folksy, loving, complicated man I've always known, this last trip home was goodbye. | Having experienced both, I can say that losing someo…
(2024-11-01). Bolivia: Presidente Arce denuncia asalto a unidades militares. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) El presidente de Bolivia, Luis Arce denunció este viernes en redes sociales que "grupos armados afines a Evo Morales" asaltaron tres unidades militares en el Trópico de Cochabamba.
(2024-11-01). Denuncian entrenamiento de venezolanos en el exterior para desestabilizar a su país. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) El presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro denunció este viernes en Caracas que migrantes venezolanos en el exterior son entrenados para repetir acciones desestabilizadoras como las registradas luego de los comicios presidenciales del pasado 28 de julio.
(2024-11-01). Cuba declara disposición de estrechar nexos con Argelia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez declaró este viernes que el Gobierno de la isla está dispuesto a fortalecer los vínculos con Argelia.
(2024-11-01). Expertos vigilan extensa área de bajas presiones en mares adyacentes a Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) El Instituto de Meteorología de Cuba (Insmet) informó que en la tarde de este viernes las condiciones atmosféricas y oceánicas en el mar Caribe y el océano Atlántico, adyacente a las Antillas, resultan favorables para la formación de una extensa área de bajas presiones en nuestra zona geográfica, durante los próximos días.
(2024-11-01). Racismo en Festival del amor. radiohc.cu Resulta inadmisible que las mayores preocupaciones sobre las consecuencias de escarnios expresados sobre Puerto Rico en un mitin electoral de Donald Trump, se circunscriban al posible impacto en la campaña electoral en el país norteño y no a lo que piensan los habitantes de la llamada Isla del Encanto.
(2024-11-01). Bloqueo para quebrar un proyecto de país (+Fotos). radiohc.cu En la escuela Miguel àÅngel Echemendía, de Sancti Spíritus, el impacto del bloqueo de Estados Unidos compromete el desempeño intelectual, emocional y social de los niños con necesidades educativas especiales que allí se forman…
(2024-11-01). Realizan en Venezuela Activos Juveniles Regionales de colaboradores cubanos (+Fotos y Audio). radiohc.cu Con los compromisos renovados de fidelidad y amor, las nuevas generaciones de colaboradores cubanos que prestan sus servicios en Venezuela, iniciaron los Activos Juveniles Regionales, para realizar un balance de su labor en al año, y trazar perspectivas futuras en el propósito de fortalecer su protagonismo en el cumplimiento de su labor internacionalista.
(2024-11-01). Acciona Cienfuegos en el Sistema de Recursos Naturales con la Estrategia Ambiental Nacional (+Fotos y Audio). radiohc.cu Cienfuegos, 1 nov (RHC) La Estrategia Ambiental Nacional hasta el 2030 se aplica en el Sistema de Recursos Naturales mediante un Programa que en Cienfuegos capacitó al personal de todas las entidades incluyendo sectores claves, como el Ministerio del Turismo y el Instituto de Recursos Hidráulicos.
(2024-11-01). Elección Kamala-Trump, lo que más asusta en este Halloween. cubadebate.cu Todos los políticos están disfrazados en este halloween: o bien de convicto y múltiple acusado de abuso sexual y violación presentándose como un protector de las mujeres, o de vicepresidenta que presume ser promotora de paz cuando su gobierno es acusado de cómplice de genocidio, pero el "show debe continuar". La elección es lo que más da miedo a muchos.
(2024-11-01). Punto Deportivo: øCómo llegan los contrarios de Cuba al torneo Premier 12? (+Video). cubadebate.cu Esta semana dedicamos la sección Punto Deportivo a los contrarios que enfrentará Cuba en el torneo Premier 12. Cuba, ubicada en el grupo B, compartirá llave con Japón, Corea del Sur, República Dominicana, Australia, y el local China Taipéi. El evento transcurrirá en tres sedes del 9 al 24 de noviembre, y los dirigidos por Armando Johnson debutarán ante República Dominicana, el 13 de noviembre.
(2024-11-01). Corea del Sur vence a Cuba rumbo al Premier 12. cubadebate.cu Ocho lanzadores dejaron a Cuba en solo tres jits y Corea del Sur ganó 2×0 el juego inaugural del tope preparatorio para el Torneo Premier 12 de beisbol. Este sábado llegará el segundo y último de los desafíos entre dos de los conjuntos que animarán el grupo B del Premier 12 y la dotación dirigida por Armando Johnson tendrá como pitcher inicial al zurdo Darío Sarduy.
(2024-11-01). NYT: Musk ha ofrecido su esperma a amigos y conocidos. cubadebate.cu Elon Musk estaría intentando duplicar o triplicar su descendencia y ha "ofrecido su propia esperma a amigos y conocidos", reporta The New York Times, citando a personas familiarizadas con su oferta. La idea del magnate estadounidense, que es padre de 11 hijos con tres mujeres distintas, se basa en su creencia en la necesidad de aumentar la población mundial.
(2024-11-01). Crece solidaridad en Valencia por inundaciones. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) Tres días después del temporal y las grandes inundaciones en la provincia de Valencia, miles de ciudadanos españoles se trasladan a los lugares afectados, algunos sin agua potable ni electricidad, para solidarizarse con quienes lo perdieron casi todo y brindarles su ayuda.
(2024-11-01). Cuba envía felicitación a Antigua y Barbudas por su Fiesta Nacional. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez envió este viernes un mensaje de felicitación al Gobierno y pueblo de Antigua y Barbudas, a propósito de su Fiesta Nacional.
(2024-11-01). Agresión israelí dejó a 35 000 niños huérfanos debido al asesinato de uno o ambos padres (+ Video). cubadebate.cu La agresión sionista y el genocidio contra Gaza dejó a 35 000 niños huérfanos debido al asesinato de uno o ambos padres, según la organización Thabet para el Derecho al Retorno, en cooperación con el Comité de Asuntos de Retorno y Refugiados de la Conferencia Popular para los Palestinos en el Exterior, reporta Al Mayadeen.
(2024-11-01). Primer ministro de Cuba evalúa acciones económicas en Camagàºey. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) El primer ministro de Cuba, Manuel Marrero Cruz evaluó este viernes en la centro-oriental provincia de Camagàºey la implementación de medidas para reimpulsar la economía y las proyecciones del Gobierno.
(2024-11-01). Tres eventos hidrometeorológicos en la región, dos en el Caribe. radiohc.cu La Habana, 1 nov (RHC) Tres sistemas hidrometeorológicos se desarrollan hoy en el Atlántico y el Caribe, dos de ellos con posibilidades de formación de depresión tropical en los próximos días.
(2024-11-01). Insmet: Se mantiene bajo vigilancia extensa área de bajas presiones. cubadebate.cu Los modelos de pronósticos de forma general coinciden en la formación de un área de bajas presiones con varios centros de circulación sobre el mar Caribe y los mares al norte de Cuba, con posibilidades de desarrollo de algún organismo ciclónico tropical durante los próximos días, pero muestran diferentes soluciones en la evolución y futura trayectoria de estos sistemas.
(2024-11-01). Regresa peña La Pupila Afilada este viernes. cubadebate.cu La Pupila Afilada animará la tarde de este viernes en la Casa de la Amistad del Vedado habanero, ubicada en 17 y Paseo. De seis de la tarde a nueve de la noche, el público asistente podrá disfrutar de la música de Yarima Blanco y Son Latino. En esta ocasión hay motivos para celebrar, pues Cuba volvió a ganar la batalla contra el bloqueo en la ONU, con 187 votos a favor.
(2024-11-01). Los BRICS y el ocaso de Occidente. strategic-culture.su Mientras Occidente insiste en promover bloqueos, sanciones unilaterales e injerencia, los BRICS+ se plantean un Nuevo Orden Global basado en el respeto de las soberanías. | Caras y Caretas DIARIO | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escr…
(2024-11-01). Patéticos europeos dan luz verde a Israel para continuar sus crímenes de guerra. strategic-culture.su El argumento de "apaciguamiento" es totalmente apropiado respecto de Israel y el genocidio en Gaza y el Líbano. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos:…