apnews.com (2025-02-28). Trump to sign order Friday designating English as the official language of the USComment: Is Trump inspired by and trying to be like Zelensky whose administration maintained a ban on the official use of the Russian language for millions of Russian-Speaking Ukrainians? This sounds totally racist, cartoonish, and downright asinine.Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Friday designating English as the official language of the United States
(2025-02-28). UN report says Israel "consistently breached international law" in assault on Gaza. wsws.org Speaking before the Human Rights Council in Geneva, the UN Human Rights Chief Volker Tàºrk accused Israel of an "unprecedented disregard for human rights" in waging its assault on Gaza.
(2025-02-28). Gaza wastewater crisis threatens Palestinian survival. electronicintifada.net Israel's targeting of key infrastructure is aimed at making the territory uninhabitable.
(2025-02-28). Trump plays down 'dictator' jibe at Ukraine's Zelensky: 'I can't believe I said that'. scmp.com The US president also said he trusted Russia's Putin to stick to any ceasefire with Kyiv, even without American security guarantees.
(2025-02-28). Israeli Drone Strike Kills Two in Eastern Lebanon. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Israeli drone strike on Thursday killed at least two people and injured several others in eastern Lebanon, marking another violation of the ceasefire agreement, Lebanon's state media reported.
(2025-02-28). Hamas Urges Int'l Pressure on Israel to Advance Gaza Ceasefire Talks. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Hamas has called on the international community to pressure Israel into moving forward with the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, reaffirming its commitment to the agreement as negotiations continue in Cairo ahead of the truce's expiration.
(2025-02-28). Gaza: The long road home. icrc.org With the implementation of a ceasefire agreement, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza have begun a journey back to their homes — or what is left of them…
(2025-02-28). Hamas reiterates commitment to implementation of rest of ceasefire deal stages after completion of the first phase. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-28). Israel-Hamas Gaza Truce: What Happens Next After Phase One Of Deal Ends? Trump, Starmer Say… hindustantimes.com US President Donald Trump said there were "pretty good talks going on" regarding Gaza, when asked whether phase two of the Gaza ceasefire negotiations would come to fruition. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also reiterated support for a two-state solution to bring peace in the Middle Eastern region.
(2025-02-28). Palestinian Authority sparks outrage as it continues to do Israel's bidding for it. thecanary.co Israel has been attacking the occupied West Bank in the last month, apparently to "appease far-right Israeli politicians angered by the ceasefire" in Gaza and to start "redefining Israeli control and potentially integrating elements of Palestinian Authority security forces into an Israeli-dominated framework". So far, the offensive has killed dozens of people and displaced over […] | By
(2025-02-28). DRC: The need for a ceasefire. internationalviewpoint.org The United Nations has drawn up a new death toll following the capture of Goma, the regional capital of North Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), by the M23 armed group supported by Rwandan troops. Nearly 3,000 deaths have already been recorded. The Tanzania summit bringing together the countries of the region was held on Saturday 8 February. It called for a ceasefire, which appears highly hypothetical. | – | / |
(2025-02-28). Headlines for February 28, 2025. democracynow.org U.S. Judge Says Trump & Musk's Mass Firings Are Illegal as New Wave of Layoffs Hits NOAA, Trump Cuts USAID's Contracts by 90%, Gives Staffers 15 Minutes to Clear Desks, FDA Vaccine Panel Meeting to Discuss Flu Shot Is Canceled, Trump Vows to Go Ahead with Tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China Next Week, Trump Softens Rhetoric on Ukrainian President Zelensky Ahead of White House Meeting, Talks Underway for Next Phase of Tenuous Ceasefire as Israel Releases Remaining Palestinian Captives, Israeli Forces Fatally Shoot Another Palestinian Child in Occupied West Bank, Jailed Kurdish Leader Calls on Followers…
(2025-02-28). Ethno-State Strategy: Israel's Backing of Druze Militias Is Reshaping Syria's Borders. mintpressnews.com 
A decades-old Israeli blueprint to break Syria into ethno-states is taking shape, with Tel Aviv deepening ties to Syria's Druze as a tool to secure new territorial gains.
(2025-02-28). SDF chief says PKK disarmament call 'not related to us in Syria'. defenddemocracy.press By Reuters Feb. 27, 2025 The commander of the Kurdish-led forces that control northeastern Syria said that a call by the leader of the militant Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in Turkey for the PKK to dissolve did not apply to the group he leads. Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) commander Mazloum Abdi said he welcomed the historic …
(2025-02-28). Israeli Forces Intensify Aggression in Southern Syria, Forcing Residents to Flee. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Israeli occupation forces have escalated their violations in southern Syria, expanding their presence in Quneitra province and forcing civilians to leave their homes under threat.
(2025-02-28). America's Hype Over WMD: Five Invasion Plots, Three Continents, Identical Lies. globalresearch.ca As the sabre rattling against Syria gets ever louder, the allegations ever wilder and double standards coupled with plotting and terrorist financing, it is instructive to look at the justifications presented by Washington for a few other murderous incursions in recent history.
(2025-02-28). Newly-announced Omnibus proposal strips the EU's corporate accountability laws of its essence. fidh.org
(2025-02-28). Israeli airstrike kills senior Hezbollah weapons coordinator in Lebanon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Israeli military has announced that Mohammad Mahdi Ali Shahin, a top Hezbollah weapons coordinator, was killed Thursday in an attack that targeted a car in Hermel, which is near the Bekaa Valley in eastern Lebanon.Taking aim at a Crucial Hezbollah Operative | Under the direction of military intelligence, an Israeli Air Force plane executed the attack, according to IDF spokeswoman Avichay Adraee. Shahin was credited with organizing the acquisition of weapons and smuggling activities along the Syrian-Lebanese border, making him a pivotal player in Hezbollah's armaments network.ÿߟ&Nti…
(2025-02-28). International Coalition continues to strengthen bases in Syria. plenglish.com Local sources quoted by the media here informed that a cargo plane carrying logistical, medical, and military materials landed at the Al-Shaddadi base, south of Hasakeh province, some 700 kilometers northeast of Damascus. | On February 22, a plane carrying weapons, ammunition, logistical, and medical supplies arrived at the US base in Qasrak, north of Hasakeh. | Meanwhile, on February 8, a 63-truck military convoy laden with advanced weapons arrived northeast of Hasakeh from northern Iraq through the illegal Al-Walid border crossing. | Washington has some 14 bases in Syria, mostly in the oil and gas fields, and…
(2025-02-28). Eva Bartlett on CIA-funded War Propaganda. marktanliano.net Eva Karene Bartlett trsnpeodSo9c582ti3h2a0i8hf394il730c17mm00l10au7lg3g3f37a692g ∑ [*UPDATED] Many such USAID-funded media have smeared me relentlessly since 2016, then for my reporting from on the ground in Syria, and later for my reporting from on the ground in the Donbass. The Guardian, BBC, Channel 4, NBC, CBC…Snopes, lol. So, all these years these assholes have called me: …
(2025-02-28). Democracy Now! 2025-02-28 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for February 28, 2025; Might Makes Right: Matt Duss on Trump's Foreign Policy Doctrine, from Ukraine to Gaza; Dr. Khaled Alser Speaks from Gaza on Surviving 7 Months in Israeli Prisons After Raid on His Hospital; "Detained, Tortured & Starved": Report Details Abuse of Gaza Doctors & Staff in Israeli Detention; Wayback Machine Saves Thousands of Federal Webpages Amid Purge of Government Data Under Trump | Headlines for February 28, 2025; Might Makes Right: Matt Duss on Trump's Foreign Policy Doctrine, from Ukraine to Gaza; Dr. Khaled Alser Speaks from Gaza on Surviving 7 Months in I…
(2025-02-28). Mother and boyfriend burnt corpse of 4-year-old girl who was starved, abused and fatally punched. channelnewsasia.com Megan Khung was four when she died after her mother's boyfriend inflicted a fatal punch to her stomach.
(2025-02-28). SA presses forward for a just society. sanews.gov.za SA presses forward for a just society | Family law and the creation of a just society were some of the issues under scrutiny at the launch of Human Rights Month on Friday. | "We're gathered here today because we are all interested in creating a just, equitable, and sustainable society given our past, which was characterised by a range of injustices and lack of access to justice for the majority. Creating such a society requires a paradigm shift," Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi said. | The Minister hosted a stakeholder engagement session at the University of Johannesburg's Soweto…
(2025-02-28). Two children killed by blast of war remnants in Syria. plenglish.com Damascus, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Two minors were killed by the explosion of a projectile remnant of the war, in the governorate of Deraa, in the south of this Levantine nation, on Thursday.
(2025-02-28). Georgia: Continued arbitrary detention of journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli. fidh.org
(2025-02-28). Syrians protest against Israeli interference in their country. plenglish.com Damascus, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Thousands of people gathered today in several cities to express their condemnation of the repeated Israeli aggression and the interventionist statements of Tel Aviv that threaten the territorial integrity of Syria.
(2025-02-28). "Detained, Tortured & Starved": Report Details Abuse of Gaza Doctors & Staff in Israeli Detention. democracynow.org 
We continue to look at Israeli torture of Palestinian detainees with Naji Abbas from Physicians for Human Rights-Israel, which has just released a new report detailing the mistreatment of medical workers from Gaza. Hundreds of doctors, nurses, paramedics and other essential medical staff were arrested by Israeli forces in Gaza since October 2023 and held under brutal conditions, with many describing physical, psychological and sexual abuse, starvation, medical neglect and more. "It's a whole journey of torture and abuse," says Abbas, director of PHRI's Prisoners and Detainees Department.
(2025-02-28). Ukraine: Justice and human rights must be at the heart of any peace process. fidh.org
(2025-02-28). The abduction of Dr. Kizza Besigye marks a new chapter in Uganda's political repression. peoplesdispatch.org Dr. Kizza Besigye, Ugandan opposition politician and former presidential candidate for the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), was abducted in Nairobi, Kenya, on November 16, 2024. | Ever since his abduction, concerns over political repression and human rights violations in East Africa have escalated. Besigye, a long-time critic of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, was secretly transferred to Uganda and resurfaced on November 20, when he was arraigned before a military court in Kampala. | Dr. Besigye's sudden disappearance from Kenya was met with widespread condemnation, particularly due to the apparent coordina…
(2025-02-28). Afghanistan: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org
(2025-02-28). Regional convergence of repression of human rights defenders in the Sahel. fidh.org
(2025-02-28). Kirk Herbertson on Big Oil's Lawsuit Against Environmentalism. fair.org 
(2025-02-28). Preaching hate: free speech, religion and the Human Rights Act. ukhumanrightsblog.com In Sleeper v Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis [2025] EWHC 151 (KB) Mr Justice Sweeting dismissed an appeal against the decision of HHJ Saggerson to dismiss a claim against the Metropolitan Police by a street preacher arrested for displaying anti-Muslim signs. The claim was both for the tort of false imprisonment (which involved a …
(2025-02-28). US to make $20 billion from Ukraine deal — Trump aide. 
The agreement will reportedly grant Washington rights to 50% of the income from natural resource extraction | The US expects to make $20 billion from a proposed rare-earth minerals deal with Ukraine, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Friday. | The agreement, which is expected to be signed by Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky during his visit to Washington later on Friday, would grant the US rights to half of Ukraine's income from natural resource extraction. | US President Donald Trump — shortly after his inauguration last month — pitched the idea that America should "get back" the…
(2025-02-28). Russia proposes resuming direct flights with US. 
Air travel between the two countries was suspended following escalation of the Ukraine conflict | Moscow has proposed restoring direct air travel with the US as part of ongoing efforts to revive bilateral relations, according to a statement issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry on Friday following a new round of talks in Türkiye. | The US suspended flights and closed its airspace to Russian airlines in 2022, along with other Western nations, in response to the escalation of the Ukraine conflict. Since then, travelers have relied on connecting flights through hubs such as Istanbul and Dubai. | In response…
(2025-02-28). China's military regulations, Beijing's EU charm offensive: SCMP daily highlights. scmp.com From PLA regulations being amended to Trump's plans for US manufacturing, here's a round-up from today's China and economy coverage.
(2025-02-28). Talks under way in Egypt for second phase of Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel says unclear if there is 'common ground to negotiate'.
(2025-02-28). Netanyahu wants to "continue the war" in Gaza but "less intense" aljazeera.com Gaza ceasefire update…
(2025-02-28). Far-right minister Ben-Gvir calls for the transfer of Palestinians at Jerusalem rally. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Shin Bet, police to investigate connection between PMO and Qatar, AG's Office says ‚ñ GAZA CEASE-FIRE: Four bodies of Israeli hostages returned by Hamas as Palestinian prisoners are released ‚ñ LEBANON: IDF says it struck Hezbollah arms operative near Lebanon-Syria border, accusing him of 'violating cease-fire'…
(2025-02-28). Two killed in Israeli drone strike in Lebanon in new violation of truce. presstv.ir At least two people have been killed after an Israeli drone strike targeted a car on the outskirts of Hermel city in eastern Lebanon.
(2025-02-28). Shenzhen's tech rival, China's Mach 16 jet fuel engine: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com From challenger to Shenzhen's tech crown to Chinese scientists building jet fuel engine, here are highlights from SCMP's recent reporting.
(2025-02-28). "We will fight to defend our immigrant neighbors": Texas worker calls for workplace and neighborhood committees to fight Trump. wsws.org We workers must take up the principle that "an injury to one is an injury to all," regardless of race, nationality, citizenship or legal status. We will fight to defend our immigrant neighbors and the rights of the working class.
(2025-02-28). Australian educator reinstated, but democratic rights in schools are under attack. wsws.org A Sydney high school educator was stood down after posting a video denouncing the witch-hunt against two Bankstown nurses goaded into making reactionary comments online by an Israeli provocateur.
(2025-02-28). Activists in Mexico rally against incoming Trump's anti-immigration policies. presstv.ir Migrant rights groups in Mexico demonstrated against the proposed anti-immigration measures of US President-elect Donald Trump.
(2025-02-28). Afghanistan: ICRC Director-General highlights massive humanitarian needs and calls for sustained international support. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Some things the Qur'an constantly highlights for us to consider. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah, The Exalted, said: ŸàŸéÿ•ŸêŸÜŸëŸéŸáŸè ŸÑŸéÿ™Ÿéÿ∞€°ŸÉŸêÿ±Ÿéÿ©Ÿå€¨ ŸÑŸëŸêŸÑ€°ŸÖŸèÿ™ŸëŸéŸÇŸêŸäŸÜŸé And verily, this Qur'an is a Reminder for th…
(2025-02-28). Revving Value: 2024's Used Car Boom in India. devdiscourse.com In a significant shift for India's automotive industry, 2024 saw a remarkable rise in the used car market, surpassing new car sales for the first time. This growing trend, detailed in CARS24's report 'Gears of Growth,' highlights a change driven by consumer priorities. As new car prices rose and urban growth accelerated, buyers turned to pre-owned vehicles for budget-friendly mobility solutions.
(2025-02-28). Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam Tours Southern Lebanon, Highlights Army's Role in Defending Sovereignty. english.almanar.com.lb Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam toured southern Lebanon on Friday to assess the situation following the Israeli aggression against the country. PM Salam traveled to the south aboard a helicopter, accompanied by Environment Minister Tamara Al-Zein, According to the National News Agency. His visit included stops at Lebanese Army barracks in Tyre and Marjayoun, with …
(2025-02-28). New Report on Economic Deprivation of Indian Muslims. ummid.com A new report from US-India Policy Institute and Centre for Development Policy and Practice, 'Rethinking Affirmative Action for Muslims in Contemporary India' again highlights Economic Deprivation of Indian Muslims.
(2025-02-28). UGC NET December 2024 Result Out: Key Highlights. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the result of the UGC NET December 2024 exam Saturday.
(2025-02-28). Joint statement of the blocking of Zawia 3: a Serious Escalation in Egypt's Restrictions on Press Freedom. fidh.org The undersigned human rights organisations and media outlets, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT), express their deep concern about the Egyptian authorities' decision to block Zawia 3, an independent media platform known for its critical reporting and commitment to journalistic integrity. This action is part of a broader pattern of restrictions on press freedom and digital rights in Egypt, where independent media outlets, journalists, and human (…) | – |
(2025-02-28). Kyrgyzstan: Address death threats against imprisoned journalist Makhabat Tazhibek Kyzy. fidh.org In a joint statement, several human rights organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (International Federation for Human Rights -FIDH and World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT), call for the immediate release of journalist Makhabat Tazhibek Kyzy detained in Kyrgzystan since January 2024. Kyrgyzstani authorities should urgently take all necessary measures to ensure the ongoing safety and security of an imprisoned human rights defender and (…) | – |
(2025-02-28). University of Cambridge loses authoritarian legal attempt to stop pro-Palestine protests. thecanary.co The University of Cambridge has lost its legal bid to stop pro-Palestine, anti-genocide protests on certain parts of its campus. University of Cambridge: draconian actions Palestine campaigners have welcomed an important victory in defence of their rights to protest. At short notice the University of Cambridge attempted to secure a draconian five year long injunction […] | By
(2025-02-28). Zelensky leaves White House early after spat with Trump. 
What was supposed to be the formal signing of a minerals agreement descended into a shouting match and bitter recriminations | Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has been asked to leave the White House early without signing an agreement granting the US rights to the country's natural resources or holding the planned joint press conference. | The meeting between Zelensky and US President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance quickly devolved into an openly hostile confrontation during which the US head of state accused Zelensky of ungratefulness and unwillingness to negotiate an end to the Ukraine conflict…
(2025-02-28). CPJ: UK must lead joint statement on Egypt at UN Human Rights Council. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-28). Japanese Professor's Message to the World: "Fraudulent use of gene therapy in healthy people an extreme violation of human rights" globalresearch.ca [This video by Prof. Inoue was published in April 2024.] | Listen to Professor Inoue's "Message to the World" and try to fathom the crime against humanity he describes. | A stunning message from Professor Masayasu Inoue, Professor Emeritus of Osaka …
(2025-02-28). Thailand: Forcible return of Uyghurs to China an affront to human rights. fidh.org
(2025-02-28). The Science Behind Airplane Deicing A Mechanical Engineer Explains How Chemistry And Physics Make Flying A More Uplifting Experience #Science #Behind #Airplane #Deicing #Mechanical #Engineer #Explains #Chemistry #Physics #Make #Flying #More #Uplifting #Experience #Airports #Flights #Cars #Vessels #Electric #Vechicle. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | If you are a frequent flyer, you've probably been at the airport waiting to jet somewhere on a winter trip when the voice of an airline employee announces over the …
(2025-02-28). Tariq Ali: Conquered Lands. newleftreview.org A political panorama of the Middle East, surveying the fortunes of rulers and ruled in Riyadh, Cairo, Tripoli, Damascus, Tehran, Gaza and Tel Aviv, under the stifling blanket of a heavily militarized Israeli-American hegemony.
(2025-02-28). Is it possible for people in Asia to adopt a 4-day working week? scmp.com The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will offer its employees a four-day work week in April 2025, but will the move tackle Japan's overwork crisis?
(2025-02-28). Minister Creecy outlines plans to reinvigorate logistics sector. sanews.gov.za Minister Creecy outlines plans to reinvigorate logistics sector | The South African government is committed to reinvigorating the country's logistics sector as an enabler of economic prosperity. | This is according to Transport Minister Barbara Creecy who delivered remarks at the launch of a new World Bank report titled: "Driving Inclusive Growth in South Africa: Quick Wins with Competitive Markets and Efficient Institutions". | "[Government has] established the National Logistics Crisis Committee [NLCC]…comprised of representatives from the Presidency, various government departments and the private sector. | "
(2025-02-28). IS sympathizers jailed over Quran-burning revenge plot. 
Two Afghan men have been convicted in Germany of planning to kill Swedish MPs | A German court has convicted and sentenced two Afghan men to years in prison for planning to attack the Swedish parliament to revenge Quran burnings in the country. They were found guilty of supporting Islamic State (IS, formerly ISIS) and conspiracy to commit murder, the Thuringian Higher Regional Court said in a statement on Thursday. | Ibrahim MG, aged 30, was sentenced to five years and six months in prison, while Ramin N., 24, was given a sentence of four years and two months, according to the court document. | "The defendants…
(2025-02-28). Europe rearms amid crisis in NATO alliance. wsws.org Since Donald Trump's return to the White House, the conflict between the US and Europe—and Germany in particular—has intensified day by day. Even the end of NATO can no longer be ruled out.
(2025-02-28). Concerns mounting over new energy crisis in EU as Russian gas transit via Ukraine ends. presstv.ir As the agreement allowing Russian gas transit through Ukraine to Europe expires on Tuesday, concerns are mounting over new energy crisis in EU.
(2025-02-28). China pledges 'countermeasures' after Trump announces new 10% tariff. aljazeera.com China's Ministry of Commerce accuses Washington of 'shifting the blame and shirking responsibility' over opioid crisis.
(2025-02-28). Gujarat's Youth Risk Lives Amid Employment Crisis. devdiscourse.com In a recent assembly address, Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani raised concerns about the perilous journeys many youths from Gujarat undertake, attempting illegal entry into the United States due to the severe lack of employment opportunities in the state.
(2025-02-28). Reviving India's AgWaterTech: Investment and Innovation Amidst a Water Crisis. devdiscourse.com India's agriculture water technology sector faces a pressing need for Rs 500-600 crore in investments to drive the extensive adoption of smart irrigation systems, according to a new report. The country's worsening water crisis demands urgent implementation of efficient solutions.
(2025-02-28). Susan Watkins: Baselines. newleftreview.org Trump's second term has begun with a whirlwind of iconoclastic pronouncements and an opening to Moscow that has sent European rulers into ideological crisis. An American-policy aide-mémoire offers baseline metrics for the ruptures—and continuities—ahead.
(2025-02-28). The corporate capitalists are trying to gentrify Peckham — so Southwark residents are fighting back. thecanary.co On Saturday 1 March, Southwark residents will take to the streets in a powerful protest against the UK government's handling of the housing crisis, as Berkeley Homes' controversial plans to redevelop Peckham town centre continue to spark outrage. Southwark: anger growing over 'regeneration' This marks the beginning of a national campaign led by SHAPE (Southwark […] | By
(2025-02-28). Protesters sent a scorching message to forest-razer Drax. thecanary.co 
A climate crisis protester was found guilty of obstructing a railway line that carries trees to Drax's climate-wrecking biomass power station — for less than a minute. If that seems an excessive weaponisation of the law against people standing up for the planet, it only gets worse in the wider context. This is because, the […] | By
(2025-02-28). Growing State Debt & Attack on Federalism in India. cadtm.org At the CADTM South Asia meeting in Colombo, held from Thursday, 30 January to Saturday, 1 February, 2025, Sankha Subhra Biswas spoke about the growing debt crisis of the governments across various states in India and its impact on the federal structure of the country. Please find below the presentation. | – | / |
(2025-02-28). The UK's Food System Is Broken. A Green New Deal For Agriculture Could Be Revolutionary #UK's #Food #System #Broken. #Green #Deal #Agriculture #Revolutionary #Food #Flowers #Storm #Climate #Change #Earthquake. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The UK's food system was described as broken in a recent parliamentary report and it's not hard to see why. High living costs , a health crisis of diet-related chronic …
(2025-02-28). Cambridge Uni bid to ban anti-genocide protests from campus fails. skwawkbox.org 
Lawfare attempt rejected Cambridge University's bid for a High Court injunction banning anti-genocide protests from key university sites for five years has failed after the judge rejected the broad bid and granted only a "very narrow and limited court order" against protests at this Saturday's graduation ceremony. The High Court judgment comes after Gina Romero, …
(2025-02-28). The Chris Hedges Report: The World After Gaza. popularresistance.org The Holocaust is the quintessential example of human evil for people in the West. In the rest of the world, especially in the Global South, the atrocity of the Holocaust — genocide — has had a closer proximity both in time and place. Colonialism in Africa, destructive wars in Asia and most recently, genocide in the Middle East, have shaped the lives of billions of people. | On this episode of The Chris Hedges Report, essayist and novelist Pankaj Mishra joins host Chris Hedges to discuss his latest book, "The World After Gaza." Mishra argues that the shifting power dynamics in the world means the Globa…
(2025-02-28). Australian university staff meetings defend Randa Abdel-Fattah against Zionist witch hunt. wsws.org Important resolutions were passed at two National Tertiary Education Union branch meetings to defend free speech, academic freedom and Randa Abdel-Fattah, who is being targeted for opposing the Israeli genocide.
(2025-02-28). On a pause from genocide, Israel turns its focus to ethnic cleansing. aljazeera.com After slaughtering tens of thousands in Gaza, Israel has embarked on a forced displacement campaign in the West Bank.
(2025-02-28). Palestine Action pile the pressure on genocide-complicit Aviva. thecanary.co Palestine Action has been at it again. During the early hours of Friday 28 February, Aviva offices were targeted in Perth and Motherwell, Scotland. It is, of course, over the insurance giant's complicity with Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza. Palestine Action: back to Aviva they go Activists from Palestine Action Scotland covered both sides of […] | By
(2025-02-28). Genocide and Beyond. internationalviewpoint.org The sadistic savagery of the U.S.-enabled Israeli genocide, and Donald Trump's executive coup-in-progress in the United States, intersect at Trump's proclamation of intent to take over, "develop" and ethnically cleanse Gaza of its two million Palestinian residents. | – | / |
(2025-02-28). Breaking: police ban JEWISH-led anti-genocide protest at Israel embassy, emergency protest called. skwawkbox.org 
Anti-genocide Jewish activists protesting tonight at Met's New Scotland Yard After weeks of police intimidation, violence and arrests of mostly Jewish protesters — and the Met's attempts to drum up local complaints — the police have banned the weekly Friday night anti-genocide demonstrations outside the Swiss Cottage, London residence of Israel's fascist UK ambassador Tzipi …
(2025-02-28). On Gaza, Trump proposing "three blunt war crimes" aljazeera.com Mustafa Barghouti, Secretary General of the Palestinian National Initiative, unpacks Trump's statements on Gaza's future…
(2025-02-28). Israel army probe reveals 'complete failure' in preventing October 7 attack. aljazeera.com Calls grow for Netanyahu's resignation as Israeli army takes responsibility for security failures during Hamas attack.
(2025-02-28). Netanyahu stalls Stage 2 of the Gaza cease-fire and once again weaponizes Israel's grief. haaretz.com The inertia of Stage 1 and the resultant dramatic change in the Israeli public's mood will soon clash with the prime minister's plan to obfuscate and prevaricate ‚ñ The government's sadistic abuse of kibbutzniks knows no bounds ‚ñ And who could ask the High Court of Justice for succor?
(2025-02-28). Up to his old tricks: Netanyahu weaponizes grief and puts Stage 2 of Gaza cease-fire on hold. haaretz.com The inertia of Stage 1 and the resultant dramatic change in the Israeli public's mood will soon clash with the prime minister's plan to obfuscate and prevaricate ‚ñ The government's sadistic abuse of kibbutzniks knows no bounds ‚ñ And who could ask the High Court of Justice for succor?
(2025-02-28). Javier Milei is destroying Argentina's economy, making it a resource colony for foreign oligarchs. geopoliticaleconomy.com 
Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei is promoting crypto scams and overseeing rapid deindustrialization. Manufacturing and construction are collapsing, while the financial sector, mining, and agriculture grow. The majority of Argentines live in poverty, but the stock market is booming.
(2025-02-28). Israel army admits 'complete failure' on October 7, says it underestimated Hamas. scmp.com The findings could put pressure on PM Netanyahu, who has said he will answer tough questions only after the Gaza war ends.
(2025-02-28). This Month's (February) Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2025-02-28). Under Trump's pressure Israel votes against Ukraine – a change in Israel-US relations. infobrics.org When it comes to the special US-Israeli relationship, there might be a price to pay, and Trump is sending Israel the bill. Israel might even stop turning a blind eye to Ukraine's neo-Nazi problem and thus join countries such as Poland and Hungary, who have voiced their concerns about it.
(2025-02-28). Doug Ford re-elected as Ontario's premier in shadow of US-Canada tensions. scmp.com Ontario voters opt for a familiar face to steer an economy that is under threat from US President Donald Trump's trade policies.
(2025-02-28). Trump's despotic reign is the antithesis of genuine republicanism. onlineopinion.com.au This president is only further emboldened by the fact that he won the popular vote, and no doubt will be even less willing than before to hand over power when his administration comes to an end.
(2025-02-28). Losses and Wins in Germany. counterpunch.org 
In Germany's special election Sunday, seven months earlier than the normal date because the trio-run government collapsed, there were a full 29 parties on the long paper ballots. But only 7 had a chance to retain their presence in the Bundestag. The final count: 3 wins, 4 losses. One winner, with the most votes (28.5%), though
(2025-02-28). Canada's Doug Ford wins Ontario election focused on Trump's tariffs. aljazeera.com Progressive Conservative Party wins third consecutive majority in vote dominated by trade tensions.
(2025-02-28). Video: A Jewish-Russian Proxy President: Zelensky Transformed into a Neo-Nazi. globalresearch.ca Article first published by Global Research on May 23, 2023. Minor revisions on June 15, 2024 | *** | Absolutely stunning, | An Astute Intelligence Op. A++. | The election of Zelensky in 2019 was intent upon acquiring the ethnic Russian vote …
(2025-02-28). Palestinian Hostage Released With Obvious Torture Scars; Western Press Ignores Him: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix. thealtworld.com 
A Palestinian man who was held captive by Israel for over a year has been released with horrific scarring …
(2025-02-28). TDSB: Is criticism of Israel and Zionism antisemitic? educationactiontoronto.com It's time to do what our teachers always told us and support our ideas with argument, facts and reason.
(2025-02-28). Israeli and Palestinian Economic Experts: A New Economic Agreement Is Essential for Peace. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-28). Infants freeze to death as Israel delays entry of caravans, tents in Gaza. electronicintifada.net Many released Palestinian prisoners showed visible signs of torture during Israeli detention.
(2025-02-28). Military Report: Israel Underestimated Hamas, Failing to Protect Civilians on October 7. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-28). Iran Condemns Israel's Military Threats. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran has strongly condemned Israel's military threats and denounced Western criticism of its defense capabilities as outrageous and irrational, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
(2025-02-28). Making America Great Is All About Israel. Dr. Philip Giraldi. globalresearch.ca After Donald Trump began to pull together his cabinet and inner circle it became pretty clear that the overwhelming tie that bound the group together was its embrace of Israel and everything that it is doing. There were even jokes …
(2025-02-28). Israel carried out mass killing of own people under 'Hannibal Directive': Military probe. presstv.ir Israel massacred its own people under a highly controversial directive known as the "Hannibal Protocol" during Operation Al-Aqsa Storm carried out on October 7, 2023, by Hamas and other resistance group…
(2025-02-28). Longest held Palestinian prisoner released by Israel. presstv.ir Nael Barghouti, the longest held Palestinian prisoner who spent 45 years in an Israeli jail, has been released and sent to Egypt.
(2025-02-28). IMF, World Bank tie aid to Lebanon to Hezbollah disarmament. presstv.ir The IMF and the World Bank are reportedly seeking to tie reconstruction funds for Lebanon to the normalization of relations with Israel.
(2025-02-28). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates release of three hostages and 174 detainees. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). ICRC facilitates safe transfer of three hostages and 343 detainees, and calls for dignified conditions in ongoing release operations. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC urges dignity and privacy ahead of next release operation. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Israel threatens a second Nakba, yet denies the first ever happened. aljazeera.com Israel has long denied the 1948 Nakba ethnic cleansing, even as it calls for carrying out a second Nakba today.
(2025-02-28). Israeli Chief of Staff: Egypt's military could become an unexpected threat. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Outgoing Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi has sparked controversy with remarks suggesting that Egypt's growing military capabilities could pose an unexpected threat to Israel in the future.During a speech to officer graduates in Holon, Halevi acknowledged that Egypt does not currently pose a direct security threat to Israel, but warned that this could change at any moment. He highlighted Egypt's modernizing military, which includes advanced fighter jets, submarines, missiles, and armored divisions, raising concerns in Israeli security circles.This is not the first time Israel has questioned Egypt's…
(2025-02-28). PM Salam from Khiyam, South Lebanon: We will accept nothing less than the complete withdrawal of the Israeli enemy from Lebanon, as it has repeatedly violated our sovereignty and territory. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-28). Israeli Army Probe Reveals 'Complete Failure' in Preventing October 7 Attack. english.almanar.com.lb The Israeli occupation army has acknowledged its "complete failure" to prevent the October 7 attack by Hamas, admitting that it had, for years, underestimated the Palestinian group's capabilities. The summary of an Israeli army investigation, published on Thursday, said it "failed in its mission to protect Israeli civilians". "October 7 was a complete failure, the …
(2025-02-28). The IDF's landmark Oct. 7 probes reveal only part of Israel's failure — a state inquiry must follow. haaretz.com The October 7 disaster wasn't just the result of mistaken decisions that night, but stemmed from years of failures. Chief among them: the political conception of Hamas as an Israeli asset, the intelligence misjudgment that it couldn't launch a large-scale attack, and weak defensive deployment…
(2025-02-28). Israeli Air Force's attention was focused on Lebanon as Hamas invaded on Oct. 7, probe finds. haaretz.com The air force probe repeats the central line of defense — that top air force officials were not included in the late night consultations concerning suspicious activity in Gaza and therefore, the force did not prepare as needed…
(2025-02-28). 'I want to go to sleep next to the man I love instead of losing my mind, waiting'. haaretz.com Ilana Gritzewsky was abducted from her home in Kibbutz Nir Oz, and since her release has fought to bring home her beloved. When she speaks of Matan, she says she misses the small moments spent together…
(2025-02-28). On October 7, Israel's navy was only ready for a limited attack, IDF probe reveals. haaretz.com Early that morning, a nearby naval base was told not to move its forces, an attempt to protect intelligence sources. Sixteen of 38 Hamas terrorists on boats entered Israel and killed 17 civilians…
(2025-02-28). Stage 2 of Gaza truce should be considered new deal, much work ahead, Israeli official tells hostages' families. haaretz.com A hostage's relative told Haaretz that an Israeli official told families of hostages that 'much work lies head,' and that if the Arab League offers a solution for managing Gaza on the day after the war, it might help progress the talks…
(2025-02-28). Israel seeks to extend Gaza truce's first stage as Hamas urges int'l pressure for second stage. haaretz.com Hamas sources told Haaretz that if Israel insists on extending the first stage — in which the group continues to release hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners — Hamas will lose the only significant bargaining chip it has left…
(2025-02-28). 'I'm sorry the country forgot you': Hundreds of soccer fans pay tribute to slain hostage Tsachi Idan. haaretz.com After Tsachi Idan's body was brought to Israel on Wednesday, fans of his favorite team gathered at Tel Aviv's Bloomfield stadium to pay respect. 'Today, I ask forgiveness from all the people who came back in a coffin,' his sister said…
(2025-02-28). 'Major step to full sovereignty': Bill to annex West Bank settlements near Jerusalem set to pass. haaretz.com The bill proposes the creation of 'metropolitan Jerusalem,' which would incorporate nearby West Bank settlements, fully annexing them to Israel. According to the bill's explanatory notes, 'The law will restore it as the heart of the Jewish people'…
(2025-02-28). No more hostage releases under Gaza cease-fire until Israel agrees to end war, Hamas sources say. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Shin Bet, police to investigate connection between PMO and Qatar, AG's Office says; IDF publishes Oct. 7 probes, finds systemic failures ‚ñ GAZA CEASE-FIRE: Israel reportedly asks for six-week Stage 1 extension, Hamas rejects; Four bodies of Israeli hostages returned by Hamas as Palestinian prisoners released ‚ñ LEBANON: Katz says U.S. agreed for IDF to occupy buffer zone indefinitely; IDF says it killed Hezbollah operative in south Lebanon drone strike…
(2025-02-28). The worst failure in Israel's history: Key IDF probes into the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. haaretz.com
(2025-02-28). Years of Israeli misconceptions, intelligence blunders led to October 7 attack, probe finds. haaretz.com 'Israeli perceptions were deeply rooted — and no effort was made to challenge them': Investigations into Israel's threat assessments of Gaza and the intelligence community's performance reveal a series of political and military failures that resulted in the October 7 massacre…
(2025-02-28). IDF probe into Oct. 7 finds Southern Command dismissed Hamas invasion threat, Gaza division collapsed rapidly. haaretz.com Investigations into Oct. 7 found that IDF commanders were unaware of battle locations and that troops were sent to cities instead of Gaza border communities. The Gaza Division also lacked intel for hours, yet its commander refused to report defeat…
(2025-02-28). Over Dozen Settlers Injured in Anti-Israeli Operation Near Haifa. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than a dozen Israeli settlers were injured, three critically, after a Palestinian carried out a retaliatory car-ramming attack in the occupied territories on Thursday, Israeli media reported.
(2025-02-28). Israel's Annexation Drive: The West Bank and Expelling Palestinian Refugees. counterpunch.org 
It has the feeling of a ghastly ending, one pushed along by desperation and eagerness. First, levelling Gaza and turning it to an uninhabitable moonscape, with the promise of a territory free of Palestinians. Then, displacing and destroying the already precarious holdings of Palestinian residents in the West Bank, all the time subjecting them to curfews, arrests
(2025-02-28). As The Kremlin Eyes A Thaw With The White House, Russia's Pro-War Hawks Aren't Too Happy #Kremlin #Eyes #Thaw #White #House, #Russia's #Pro-War #Hawks #Aren't #Happy #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | At face value, the Kremlin has plenty to celebrate after U.S. and Russian officials held high-level bilateral talks on the war in Ukraine for the first time since the …
(2025-02-28). AI's Dark Architects: Palantir, USAID and the Alt-Right Pipeline. mintpressnews.com Peter Thiel's influence over US foreign policy runs deep, from funding Israel's wars to backing Vice President J.D. Vance. Alan MacLeod and Robert Inlakesh join MintCast to reveal how war profiteers shape Washington's agenda.
(2025-02-28). Israeli dates are Haram: here's why and how to boycott them this Ramadan. thecanary.co Israeli dates are one of the country's main agricultural exports so play a huge part in its economy, with exports worth more than £170 million. Three out of every four of the world's big juicy Medjool dates come from Israel, and in the UK, which is the country's second largest market, one in three of […] | By
(2025-02-28). Lawmaker urges Lebanese Government to expel Israel. plenglish.com Beirut, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) MP Hussein Jashi urged the Lebanese Government on Thursday to expel the occupation and rebuild everything destroyed by Israel, particularly in the southern border villages.
(2025-02-28). Yes, Paper Straws Suck. Rather Than Bring Back Plastic Ones, Let's Avoid Single-Use Items #Yes, #Paper #Straws #Suck. #Rather #Than #Bring #Back #Plastic #Ones, #Let's #Avoid #Single-Use #Items #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | When US President Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to return to plastic straws, claiming the paper version is ineffective and disgustingly dissolves in your mouth , …
(2025-02-28). Political Fighting Over Chinese Warships Misses The Point: Australia's Navy Is No Match For China's Built-Up Force #Political #Fighting #Chinese #Warships #Misses #Point: #Australia's #Navy #Match #China's #Built-Up #Force #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Over the past few days, the Australian media has been dominated by the activities of the Chinese navy's Task Group 107 as it has progressed south along the Australian …
(2025-02-28). Albanese's Pitch On Beer Temporary Freeze On Excise Indexation #Albanese's #Pitch #Beer #Temporary #Freeze #Excise #Indexation #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The Albanese government will temporarily freeze the indexation on draught beer excise, in what it describes as a win for drinkers, brewers and businesses. | The freeze is …
(2025-02-28). What Are Conflicts Of Interest And What Can Be Done About Them? #What #Conflicts #Interest #What #Done #About #Them? #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Americans' trust in government and politicians is at record lows. In a 2022 Pew Research survey, about two-thirds of respondents said that all or most people who run for …
(2025-02-28). White House Spat With AP Over 'Gulf Of America' Ignites Fears For Press Freedom In Second Trump Era #White #House #Spat #'Gulf #America' #Ignites #Fears #Press #Freedom #Second #Trump #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A federal judge in the District Court of Columbia will shortly decide if the US president, Donald Trump, is allowed to dictate the terms of service of the Associated …
(2025-02-28). How To Make A Political Oscars Speech That Doesn't Flop According To Rhetorical Theory #Make #Political #Oscars #Speech #That #Doesn't #Flop #According #Rhetorical #Theory #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | So, it's happened. You're on stage, Oscar statue in hand, facing Hollywood's finest and millions of viewers. You could keep it simple thank your agent, your co-stars, …
(2025-02-28). To counter Trump threat, China can help North Korea denuclearise. scmp.com A potentially disastrous carrot-and-stick US approach to Pyongyang is China's chance to play a key role in a better future for North Korea.
(2025-02-28). North Korea tests strategic missiles (PHOTOS). 
Pyongyang has said the launch drill is a warning to "enemies" who are violating the country's security | North Korea has test-fired strategic cruise missiles to demonstrate its nuclear "counterattack" capability, the country's state news agency KCNA reported on Friday. | The missiles covered a distance of 1,587 km in an oval trajectory, taking about 2.2 hours to reach their targets, according to KCNA. This marked the fourth missile launch of the year and the second since US President Donald Trump took office. | The test was designed to warn "enemies, who are seriously violating the security environment of the…
(2025-02-28). Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org Working Paper by the International Committee of the Red Cross…
(2025-02-28). Iran Triggers Angry Reactions In America With No To Nuclear Talks? US Senators Say 'We Don't Want…'. hindustantimes.com U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham dismissed Iran's stance on nuclear talks, saying Washington has no interest in negotiating as Tehran continues its defiant policies. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had earlier ruled out direct talks with the U.S., citing Trump's "maximum pressure" campaign. Meanwhile, U.S. lawmakers, including Senator Shelley Moore Capito, slammed Iran, calling it a sponsor of terrorism. Watch the video for details.
(2025-02-28). Chainsaw Diplomacy: Javier Milei's Argentina Destruction Is Nightmarish Model for Musk, DOGE. mintpressnews.com 
Argentina's economic collapse under Javier Milei is becoming a blueprint for Musk's government-slashing campaign. As the billionaire takes his chainsaw to Washington's bureaucracy, Argentinians warn Americans: they've seen this disaster before.
(2025-02-28). Fiendish Experiments: Trump's Guantánamo Bay Migrant Detentions. dissidentvoice.org Guantánamo Bay has been a fiendish experiment in US law for decades. The fiendishness lies in the subversion. Operating as a naval base in Cuba, this contentious facility has been the site and location for the cruelties of paranoia and empire, a place where such laws as due process are subverted, and the presumption to …
(2025-02-28). The Need to Confront the Evilness in Evil Leaders. dissidentvoice.org 
When America's Founders declared on 4 July 1776 their willingness to risk "our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor," in order to establish justice in their land — our land — they were throwing down the gauntlet to the evil acts that their exploiters had perpetrated upon them, and against their evil perpetrators who …
(2025-02-28). The Monsters Aren't Just in History Books. dissidentvoice.org Walter Salles' new film on the disappearances of regime critics in 1970s Brazil is a powerful reminder that the ghouls who defend the slaughter in Gaza are biding their time. Walter Salles' new film I'm Still Here, is a moving, true-story, Oscar-nominated portrait of a middle-class, leftwing family in Rio de Janeiro in the early …
(2025-02-28). Max Blumenthal: Why Did The Feds Question Me? popularresistance.org As I approached the customs line at Dulles International Airport early on the morning of Feb. 24, a man called out to me, "Mr. Blumenthal?" He identified himself as an officer with Customs and Border Protection, and led me into a cavernous secondary screening room, where he treated me to a strange and disconcerting questioning session. | I had just returned from a leisurely trip to Nicaragua with my family during which I participated in no political activities. But the agent's line of questioning suggested federal authorities had little interest in my visit to Nicaragua, a country that happens to be controlled by…
(2025-02-28). CEO Shooting Exposes Injustices That Get Too Little Attention. popularresistance.org "In a fairer world, Brian Thompson wouldn't have been murdered. He would already have been put behind bars," writes foreign policy analyst Sunjeev Bery. And Bery is right. Others have made this point over the last few years, that companies like UnitedHealth are deep cesspools of irredeemable, psychopathic corruption, which in UnitedHealth's specific case prevents doctors from relieving suffering and saving lives. The shooting of Thompson, their CEO, calls attention to many serious flaws in our society besides the corruption of the profit-obsessed health insurance industry, but let's focus on just two.
(2025-02-28). Elon Musk And DOGE Slash Funding For Major Black KC Neighborhood Councils. popularresistance.org At exactly 7: 17 p.m. on Valentine's Day, Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council Executive Director Alana Henry received a terse notice from the USDA: the agency was canceling its three-year Farmer's Market Promotion Program (FMPP) award to Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council. The cut was swift, shocking, and, for those who've been paying attention, all too predictable. | The Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council (located in one of Kansas City's historically Black neighborhoods) had already launched a visionary plan to boost food sovereignty and economic power in the community. | Their programs offered training for local growers—many…
(2025-02-28). Ukraine: Stop the assassination of the Kononovich brothers! workers.org 
ALERT! Demand the U.S. State Department and government of Ukraine take full responsibility to protect the lives of Mikhail and Alexander Kononovich! (Sign the Petition here.) The whole world is watching! Armed police of Ukraine's Territorial Center of [military] Recruitment (TCC) detained the brothers Mikhail and Alexander Konovovich on Feb. . . . |
(2025-02-28). Abuse of UK Terrorism Act. presstv.ir David Miller, a former sociology professor and journalist, was detained at a UK airport under the Terrorism Act after covering the funeral of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah in Beirut.
(2025-02-28). Climate Censorship? (CAAD pushing on a string). wattsupwiththat.com Sorry, but the bullying and censorship days are over. It is cool to question the heat of climate change activism, intellectually and politically.
(2025-02-28). Australian Jews demand an end to ethnic cleansing. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). East African Court set to decide fate of EACOP affected persons. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On Monday 24th February, John Lubega Nsamba traveled to Kigali Rwanda attend the Appellate Division of the East African Court of Justice (EACJ). The court was hearing an appeal filed civil society organization challenging the decision of the Court's First Division on case against the Attorney General of Uganda, …
(2025-02-28). The International Criminal Court should be abolished. 
Those who think the ICC is "a great idea" that just needs some reforms fail to grasp its fundamental problems | The International Criminal Court (ICC) has long masqueraded as a beacon of justice, a supposedly impartial tribunal holding the world's worst criminals accountable. But the reality is far from this idealistic image. | The ICC is, and always has been, an instrument of Western hegemony — a tool wielded by the so-called "civilized" world to impose its will on those it deems lesser. Far from serving global justice, the Court operates as a political weapon, prosecuting those who challenge Western geo…
(2025-02-28). Search, rescue ops continue in Tibet's Shigatse following deadly 7.1 magnitude earthquake. presstv.ir Rescue efforts continue in Shigatse region after a devastating earthquake hit Tibet.
(2025-02-28). BBC receives formal complaint over removal of Gaza documentary. thecanary.co The International Centre of Justice for Palestinians (ICJP) has lodged a formal complaint against the BBC's conduct in removing the Hoyo Films documentary programme Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone from its BBC iPlayer platform. BBC under fire over Gaza In the complaint, ICJP's Director Tayab Ali, who is also Head of International Law at […] | By
(2025-02-28). Speaker Nabih Berri: Let the Month of Ramadan, which coincides with the approaching start of Lent, be an occasion to recall the values of patience and cooperation to preserve Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-28). Greece 2015: Varoufakis' proposals were doomed to fail. cadtm.org
(2025-02-28). The policies of Sri Lanka's new government: a historic opportunity lost. cadtm.org
(2025-02-28). Germany: drained of power; der Kraft beraubt. cadtm.org Germany holds a snap election on Sunday and the current coalition government of Social Democrats (SPD), Greens and the Free Democrats (FDP) is heading for a heavy defeat. The main opposition conservative Christian Democrat-Christian Social Union alliance is polling about 30% in voting intentions, while the SPD is down to 16% (from 26% last time) and the Greens at 13% (from 15%), with the FDP likely unable to muster even the 5% share required to get seats in the Bundestag (parliament). (…) | – | / |
(2025-02-28). Trump's tariff tantrums. cadtm.org
(2025-02-28). Sri Lanka : IMF's iron clasp, a maiden Budget and protecting the poor. cadtm.org
(2025-02-28). U.S. rulers versus South African rulers — versus both their peoples and ecologies. cadtm.org
(2025-02-28). Trump the "peacemaker" like Hitler the "chancellor of peace"! cadtm.org
(2025-02-28). Iran Open to Talks but Won't Bow to Pressure, Says Pezeshkian. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed the country's willingness to engage in negotiations but stressed that Iran would not yield to pressure from global powers or enter talks under coercion.
(2025-02-28). 'True Promise 3' to Be Carried Out on Schedule: IRGC Commander. tn.ai ESFAHAN (Tasnim) — A senior commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced that the third phase of the "True Promise" operation will be carried out at the designated time, following the successful execution of its first and second phases.
(2025-02-28). Five People Killed in Suicide Bombing at Pakistani Seminary. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A suicide bombing during Friday prayers at a religious seminary in northwestern Pakistan killed at least Five people and wounded 20 others, police said.
(2025-02-28). Brazilian cinema: founders, achievements, and legacy. tvbrics.com 
How the pioneers of Brazilian cinema shaped the foundations of a national cinematic tradition…
(2025-02-28). Carnival in Brazil to attract more than 53 million visitors. tvbrics.com 
The holiday will bring 12 billion Brazilian reals to the country's economy…
(2025-02-28). China outlines priorities for SCO cooperation during its presidency. tvbrics.com 
China intends to pay special attention to such areas as poverty alleviation, food security, healthcare development, and others…
(2025-02-28). China urges BRICS countries to play stronger role in global AI governance. tvbrics.com 
A Foreign Ministry spokesman said China is willing to work with all countries to create an open, inclusive, and fair environment for AI development…
(2025-02-28). Egypt to launch first space agency of African nation. tvbrics.com 
The initiative to engage in space exploration…
(2025-02-28). Indonesia accelerates adoption of technology to convert waste into energy. tvbrics.com 
Numerous countries are expressing interest in collaborating with Indonesia on waste-to-energy initiatives…
(2025-02-28). Iran and Belarus to establish joint scientific cooperation committee in 2025. tvbrics.com 
The parties will expand cooperation in knowledge-based enterprises, startups, and biotechnology…
(2025-02-28). Lecture at BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre discusses prospects of cooperation between Russia and Ethiopia. tvbrics.com 
The event was timed to coincide with the anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the countries…
(2025-02-28). Zimbabwe allocates funding for 80 new schools to strengthen education sector. tvbrics.com 
The government is set to hire 8,000 teachers in two phases…
(2025-02-28). Volodymyr Zelenskyy: A 'dictator', or a 'Ukrainian Churchill'? aljazeera.com
(2025-02-28). Africa HIV deaths to mount, as Trump stops funding. Here's why. aljazeera.com In South Africa alone, funding cuts could lead to 500,000 deaths in 10 years, experts warn.
(2025-02-28). Anger mounts as Greece remembers deadliest train crash two years on. aljazeera.com Greeks strike and hold hundreds of protests, directing their rage at the government two years after 57 people died.
(2025-02-28). More than 20 people missing in India's Uttarakhand after avalanche. aljazeera.com Authorities say at least 25 people remain trapped after avalanche hits a work camp, burying dozens under the snow.
(2025-02-28). Bangladesh students who deposed PM Hasina form party to fight elections. aljazeera.com The student-led party hopes to upend Bangladesh politics, long dominated by two family-run parties.
(2025-02-28). Blast at Taliban-linked Pakistani seminary kills six people, injures 20. aljazeera.com
(2025-02-28). More rescuers join search for trapped workers in India's tunnel collapse. aljazeera.com Boring machines, high-grade shutters, and debris removal machinery were brought to the location to assist rescuers.
(2025-02-28). Ramadan Mubarak 2025: Hear greetings in different languages. aljazeera.com Here is how to wish someone during the holy month of Ramadan in different languages around the world.
(2025-02-28). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events — day 1,100. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,100th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
(2025-02-28). Why has Mexico handed over drug cartel leaders to US? Who are they? aljazeera.com Mexico's largest handover in years comes days before Trump imposes tariffs on Mexican goods.
(2025-02-28). How the film I'm Still Here forces Brazil to face a dictatorship's legacy. aljazeera.com By telling the true story of Eunice Paiva, the Oscar-nominated film has renewed pressure to address Brazil's past.
(2025-02-28). Explosions and gunfire rip through rebel rally in DRC. aljazeera.com At least 11 people have been killed and dozens wounded after an attack on an M23 led rally in the eastern DRC.
(2025-02-28). Mexico extradites 29 drug cartel figures to the US. aljazeera.com Mexico has extradited 29 senior drug cartel members to the US. They include cartel boss Rafael Caro Quintero.
(2025-02-28). Protesters, police clash as thousands rally for Greek train crash victims. aljazeera.com Violence broke out in the Greek capital Athens as thousands rallied to demand justice for the train crash victims.
(2025-02-28). How are Gen Z embracing minimalism? aljazeera.com Today on The Stream, we explore the rising Gen Z trend of embracing minimalism and reducing consumption.
(2025-02-28). Super Bowl protest against Gaza, Sudan wars. aljazeera.com Super Bowl halftime protest…
(2025-02-28). Culture War Politics Could Pave the Way for Pan-American Trumpism. aljazeera.com Marc Lamont Hill talks to Professor Greg Grandin on how President Trump's policies shape US influence in the Americas.
(2025-02-28). ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia reach last four; Afghanistan on brink. aljazeera.com Australia reach Champions Trophy semifinals after washout with Afghanistan, who are left to wait on South Africa result.
(2025-02-28). Jos Buttler resigns as England captain after Champions Trophy exit. aljazeera.com England's T20 World Cup winning skipper steps down after his team's failures at the last three ICC tournaments.
(2025-02-28). 'Business is not good': Vietnam's floating markets dwindle as economy soars. aljazeera.com Cai Rang and other floating markets are in decline amid rapid economic development and improving infrastructure.
(2025-02-28). Gaza war survivors mark another sombre Ramadan far from home. aljazeera.com More than 1,400 Palestinians evacuated to Doha mark Ramadan away from Gaza, longing to reunite with their families.
(2025-02-28). Five key takeaways as Donald Trump hosts UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. aljazeera.com Faced with criticisms of the UK's handling of free speech and trade, Starmer offered mild but indirect pushback.
(2025-02-28). Mapping Ukraine's rare earth and critical minerals. aljazeera.com Ukraine holds deposits of 22 out of 34 minerals the EU classifies as critical. Many are in parts controlled by Russia.
(2025-02-28). North Korea says it launched cruise missiles in message to 'enemies'. aljazeera.com North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw missile drills this week in the Yellow Sea, state media reports.
(2025-02-28). For Ukraine "bad deal worse than no deal" aljazeera.com Analyst James Nixey talks about how Ukraine "isn't getting enough back" in the deal on rare earth minerals with the US.
(2025-02-28). The Ethio-Somali Rapprochement Is A Pleasant Surprise. thealtworld.com
(2025-02-28). ASIO's endless threats and the power of fear. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-28). FM thanks Cuban President for his solidarity with Venezuela. plenglish.com Caracas, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) On behalf of President Nicolás Maduro, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil thanked Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel for his solidarity in the face of recent US aggressions against the Bolivarian Republic, it was reported today.
(2025-02-28). Armand Duplantis Breaks Pole Vault Record Again with Sensational Jump. devdiscourse.com Armand Duplantis, the renowned Swedish pole vaulter, made history once again at the All Star Perche meet in Clermont-Ferrand, France. He achieved a staggering 6.27 meters, breaking the world record for the 11th time since 2020.
(2025-02-28). Erdogan's Potential Peace Breakthrough in Turkey's Kurdish Conflict. devdiscourse.com Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is inching closer to his long-standing goal of resolving Turkey's conflict with Kurdish militants after a significant peace overture from the imprisoned Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan. Ocalan's call for the disarmament of the PKK could provide Erdogan with a much-needed political boost domestically, while addressing critical regional security issues.
(2025-02-28). Global Crackdown on AI-Generated Child Abuse Material. devdiscourse.com Europol has announced a significant breakthrough in a case involving AI-generated child abuse material, leading to the arrest of two dozen individuals this week. This operation marks one of the first instances where artificial intelligence technology was used to create such illegal material.
(2025-02-28). Hezbollah's Sheikh Daamoush to Mourners of Sayyeds Nasrallah, Sayyed Safieddine: Your Majestic Scene Stunned the World. english.almanar.com.lb Hezbollah's Deputy Executive Council Chairman, Sheikh Ali Daamoush, held a press conference on Friday about the funeral of martyred Secretaries General Sayyed Hasan Nasrallah and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine. Addressing the mourners, he said, "Once again, you have astonished the world with your powerful presence." He emphasized, "This is the people of resistance—unbreakable and steadfast." "Today …
(2025-02-28). Absence of Liverpool and Arsenal offers chances for others in FA Cup fifth round. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | The Premier League takes a break this weekend as attention focuses on the fifth round of the FA Cup, which several sides will be viewing as their only chance of silverware this season. Manchester City is out of the Premier League title race and out of Europe, which should motivate …
(2025-02-28). UK workers now gifting bosses £31 BILLION of unpaid overtime each year. thecanary.co Friday 28 February is 'Work Your Proper Hours Day' — when workers are encouraged to take their lunch break and finish on time. And the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has found that UK workers put in £31 billion worth of unpaid overtime during the last year. Work Your Proper Hours Day UK workers put in […] | By
(2025-02-28). Professor Lockdown Ferguson returns. This time to "predict" the spread of bird flu in US cattle. expose-news.com Neil Ferguson, British physicist turned epidemiologist, has recently dusted off his pandemic modelling skills to apply them to bird flu outbreaks in dairy cattle in the United States. Yesterday, Dr. Tom Jefferson …
(2025-02-28). As Flu Cases Break Records This Year, Vaccine Rates Are Declining, Particularly For Children And 65+ Adults #Cases #Break #Records #This #Year, #Vaccine #Rates #Declining, #Particularly #Children #Adults #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In February 2025, flu rates spiked to the highest levels seen in at least 15 years , with flu outpacing COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations for the first time since …
(2025-02-28). Trumponomics: Global South is girding for tariffs — or not. responsiblestatecraft.org 
In a little more than one month, President Trump has taken a series of economic actions that could have a huge impact on the global South.Tariffs have commanded the most attention, but his activism has taken other forms as well — a deepening of export and investment control regimes, cutbacks in aid, and measures that could hit global financial stability. Beyond these, policy shifts in Washington also influence other countries through two key variables in global financial markets. These are the levels of the dollar and of U.S. interest rates, arguably the most important prices in the world.The headlines…
(2025-02-28). Is Trump trying a Reverse Kissinger on Russia — China? strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-28). Trump to apply 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods, additional 10% on China. gnnhd.tv Piling on more tariffs poses risks to both the Chinese and US economies…
(2025-02-28). Trump signals support for Britain's plan to transfer control of strategic Chagos Islands. scmp.com But some Republicans worry about handover to Mauritius, a close China ally, as archipelago includes US-UK military base Diego Garcia.
(2025-02-28). Trump vows tariffs on Mexico, Canada starting March 4, additional 10 % for China. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President on Thursday said that he proposed 25 % tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods will take effect from March 4 as scheduled citing that drugs are still getting transported from these countries. | Trump further announced additional 10 % duty on Chinese goods. This would appear to be on top of the 10% tariff that he levied on Feb. 4 on imports from China. He said drugs were still coming into the US at "very high and unacceptable levels," with a large percentage of them the deadly opioid fentanyl. | The announcement also leaves Beijing less than a week to publish countermeasures, as the Trum…
(2025-02-28). 'Gloves off' in US-China trade war with Trump's surprise tariff spikes. scmp.com Analysts say new tariffs from the US on Chinese goods and other imports may mark the start of the 'most significant' trade war in a century.
(2025-02-28). Rescue workers search for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet. presstv.ir Rescue workers search rubble for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet.
(2025-02-28). Xi urges head-on approach for China amid external threats ahead of annual two sessions. channelnewsasia.com The Chinese president's comments come after a high-level Politburo meeting focused on reviewing the government work report, which will lay out China's economic growth target and key priorities for this year.
(2025-02-28). North America Unites: Mexico Considers Matching U.S. Tariffs on China. devdiscourse.com U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Friday that Mexico has proposed aligning its tariffs with the U.S. on Chinese imports, calling it an 'interesting' step that Canada should consider replicating. This comes as Mexican officials meet with the Trump administration for trade discussions, ahead of the March 4 deadline for tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports to be enforced, alongside a 10% Chinese import duty.
(2025-02-28). China vows response to latest US tariffs also targeting Canada, Mexico. geo.tv 
Shipping containers are unloaded from ships at a container terminal at the Port of Long Beach-Port of Los Angeles complex in Los Angeles, California, US, April 7, 2021. — ReutersUS president's latest move will come into effect on Tuesday.Asian markets opening on Friday track losses…
(2025-02-28). Marles gears up for a war with China while Australia plays chicken. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Your best friend has abandoned you: inside China's latest EU charm offensive. scmp.com As bloc's ties with US plummet over Donald Trump's embrace of Russia, Beijing pitches itself as a more reliable partner than Washington.
(2025-02-28). Teemu Ruskola: The Making of the Chinese Working Class. newleftreview.org Drawing inspiration from Edward Thompson's classic study, a comparative analysis of the forces that have shaped and re-shaped China's labouring masses, as wave upon wave of 'new enclosures' complete the proletarianization of the peasantry.
(2025-02-28). US condemns Thailand's deporting of 40 Uygurs to China. scmp.com The 40 men were flown back after being detained in Thailand for over a decade.
(2025-02-28). Peace between neofascists and war on oppressed peoples. internationalviewpoint.org That Washington and Moscow have chosen the Saudi kingdom as the venue for a meeting between their delegations to discuss the prospects of the war that has been ongoing in Ukraine since Russian forces invaded that country three years ago, is evidence of the profound changes occurring in international affairs before our eyes. The manner of the meeting itself is entirely consistent with the venue: Donald Trump's neofascist administration did not seek to promote peace between the warring parties within the framework of international law and the United Nations, as China has been calling for since the beginning of the…
(2025-02-28). Urban fast-moving consumer goods sales show uptrend. ecns.cn China's urban fast-moving consumer goods market recorded a 1.2 percent year-on-year sales increase in the fourth quarter, bringing full-year growth to 1.7 percent, according to Kantar Worldpanel's latest report.
(2025-02-28). Entrepreneurs to be provided policy support. ecns.cn China will ramp up efforts to provide more effective financial and policy support for young entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners as part of a broader push to invigorate the economy and promote higher-quality employment.
(2025-02-28). White goods exports log robust growth. ecns.cn In a strong demonstration of resilience and innovation, China's home appliance sector delivered a stellar export performance in 2024, with export value surpassing the $100 billion threshold for a fourth consecutive year"…
(2025-02-28). Consumer goods to gain solid footing. ecns.cn China's home appliances and consumer electronics sector is expected to show strong growth momentum this year, fueled by the country's latest measures to expand the scope of its consumer goods trade-in program amid a broader drive to boost domestic demand and spur economic growth.
(2025-02-28). China's installed power capacity to exceed 3.6 billion kilowatts in 2025. ecns.cn China is expected to add over 200 million kilowatts of renewable energy capacity in 2025, with total power generation reaching about 10.6 trillion kilowatt-hours, according to the country's top energy authority.
(2025-02-28). Beijing set to host 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo in July. ecns.cn The third China International Supply Chain Expo will be held in Beijing from July 16 to 20, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade revealed on Friday.
(2025-02-28). China's property market forecast to grow in 2025. ecns.cn The Chinese real estate market is expected to be driven upward in 2025 by effective demand, consumption upgrades and technological progress, according to a report.
(2025-02-28). China's first homegrown large, unmanned cargo plane completes test flight for airworthiness certification. ecns.cn China's first homegrown large, unmanned cargo plane TP500 has successfully completed its first test flight for airworthiness certification, according to Yantai's Huangbohai New Area on Thursday.
(2025-02-28). China's Mars rover data suggests existence of ancient oceans on Mars. ecns.cn China's Mars rover Zhurong has discovered geological evidence suggesting that ancient oceans once existed in Mars' mid-to-low latitudes, researchers from China's Aerospace Information Research Institute under Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) announced Friday.
(2025-02-28). China launches first DeepSeek agricultural industry model. ecns.cn China's first Artificial Intelligence agriculture model based on DeepSeek, the "Xiong Xiaonong" AI Agriculture Model, was officially launched on Thursday at the Smart Agriculture Scenario Development Conference in north China's Hebei Province."ÄÄ"ÄÄ…
(2025-02-28). China criticizes U.S. tariff threats, warns against pressure tactics. ecns.cn China strongly deplored the United States for once again threatening to impose tariffs on Chinese goods under the pretext of the fentanyl issue, vowing to take all necessary measures to firmly defend its legitimate interests.
(2025-02-28). Trump floats another 10% tariff on China. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to place an additional 10 percent tariff on Chinese imports on top of the 10 percent imposed earlier in February and said a 25 percent levy on Mexican and Canadian goods will take effect March 4.
(2025-02-28). Pakistani astronaut to enter Chinese space station. ecns.cn The China Manned Space Engineering Office (CMSEO) and the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) signed a cooperation agreement on the spaceflight of Pakistani astronaut to the Chinese space station here on Friday.
(2025-02-28). Yu Huaying executed after China's top court approved her death sentence. ecns.cn Child trafficker Yu Huaying executed after China's top court approved her death sentence.
(2025-02-28). China slams foreign criticism of Thailand's repatriation of Chinese nationals. ecns.cn Beijing expressed firm opposition on Friday to certain countries exploiting Xinjiang-related issues to interfere in China's internal affairs.
(2025-02-28). Stunning scenery of sun shining through clouds over forest. ecns.cn Stunning scenery of sun light shining through clouds over a forest farm, creating a fairyland in Hezhang County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, Feb. 27, 2025.
(2025-02-28). China launches two satellites featuring highest spatial resolution. ecns.cn The two satellites are equipped with high-resolution optical imagers and will be used to obtain data for the management of natural resources, city construction planning, emergency response and other commercial operations.
(2025-02-28). Cut in new solar panel capacity forecast for 2025. ecns.cn China's solar power installations are expected to decline in 2025, as the industry cuts excessive production and shifts toward a more rational deployment of photovoltaic projects, according to industry forecasts.
(2025-02-28). China Tackles Trump's Trade War and Global Headwinds. fpif.org China's political calendar is again focusing on one of the most anticipated events of the year, the Two Sessions. To be held from March 5, these annual meetings of the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) are a chance to see where the country is heading strategically. With Beijing encountering more and more difficult international relations, this year's sessions will focus on both domestic and international issues, especially against the background of the protectionist trade policy and erratic diplomacy of U.S. President Donald Trump. What China does…
(2025-02-28). Reclaiming Environmentalism with Vijay Kolinjivadi & Aaron Vansintjan. counterpunch.org On this episode of CounterPunch Radio, Erik Wallenberg and Joshua Frank talk to Vijay Kolinjivadi and Aaron Vansintjan about their new book, The Sustainability Class: How to Take Back Our Future from Lifestyle Environmentalists. Vijay Kolinjivadi is an assistant professor at the School for Community and Public Affairs, Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. He is
(2025-02-28). Love It or Leave It: American Expats' Dilemmas. counterpunch.org 
"Love it or leave it" was a slogan used by those in favor of the Vietnam War challenging those protesting. Pro-War advocates assumed that those protesting did not love their country, so they should leave. Today, there are approximately nine million American citizens living outside the United States. Do they love their country? They certainly
(2025-02-28). Pices Moon: The Dark Arts of Empire. counterpunch.org 
In the nearly fifty years since the Vietnam War ended, Vietnam has evolved from ecological and economic devastation into a must stop for American tourists. Ukraine recently approached Vietnam as a mediator in its "dispute" with Russia.[1] America, meanwhile, continues to suffer from the Vietnam Syndrome, as discussed in my book Pisces Moon: The Dark
(2025-02-28). The Sino-American Battle for Eurasia. counterpunch.org 
It's long been known that control of the vast Eurasian landmass and its resources is the key to global hegemony. Every empire that's had its day in the sun as the dominant global power has held sway over this region. Since 1945—after Bretton Woods declared the US Dollar (USD) as the worlds new reserve currency,
(2025-02-28). The End of Oil and Empire. counterpunch.org 
In the wake of Donald Trump's anti-environmental "Drill baby, drill" stance, now may not seem the time to champion a greener future, but we have no choice if we want the earth to remain habitable. Across the globe, the politics of oil continues causing conflict, millions of people die each year from pollution, while rising global temperatures devastate more and more communities. Perhaps we can look to Trump himself for the solution after he noted in his January 20 inaugural speech, "Sunlight is pouring over the entire world." Yes, it is — 170 petajoules every second. More than enough to power the future.
(2025-02-28). The Forest Service Loses Billions Subsidizing Logging. counterpunch.org 
If Trump and Musk really want to cut the Forest Service's budget they need to go where the money is actually being wasted. That would be the Forest Service's enormously subsidized logging projects that cost billions of federal tax dollars while inflicting significant damage on the environment, wildlife, and fisheries. All to enable the private
(2025-02-28). Fight the Billionaire Mind Virus! counterpunch.org 
"Someday I want to be rich. Some people get so rich they lose all respect for humanity. That's how rich I want to be." — Rita Rudner I'm a lover, not a fighter, yet here I am down in life's trenches, wielding my pen and two phones as my gun and ammo, my comrades literally
(2025-02-28). Some Comments on Migration. counterpunch.org 
Homo Sapiens have been migrating for at least 70,000 years. We are a migratory species. More migratory than our Neanderthal or Denisovan cousins who, as far as we can tell, never made it to the American continent or Australia, let alone Polynesia, Tobago, the Aleutian Islands, or Oahu. We are adept at moving. Nearly every
(2025-02-28). On Pankaj Mishra's "The World After Gaza: A History" counterpunch.org 
In The Age of Anger: A History of the Present (2017), Indian novelist, historian, and public intellectual Pankaj Mishra described ressentiment as the defining feature of our age. Friedrich Nietzsche had spoken of the "men of ressentiment," the alienated, abandoned, humiliated, and pushed aside losers in the modern world. Western imperialism, Mishra added, had condemned
(2025-02-28). Worldwide Glacier Meltdown Underway. counterpunch.org 
"We are running the most dangerous experiment in history right now, which is to see how much carbon dioxide the atmosphere can handle before there is an environmental catastrophe." (Elon Musk interview, Icons: Elon Muck Doesn't Let Up at Tesla, SpaceX, USA Today, April 17, 2013) Dear Elon, it has started. The following is the
(2025-02-28). "What do you mean you haven't seen the new Dylan movie?!" counterpunch.org 
My friend was incredulous, and understandably so. If anyone had seen this movie, I might seem like the kind of person who would have done that. And actually I think of myself as the kind of person who would have done that, too, but I haven't. I just smiled, and had no verbal response to
(2025-02-28). American Diarchy: Our Two Kings, in Their Own Words. counterpunch.org 
Last week our co-rulers made separate appearances at CPAC, a kind of Dionysian festival for the Cult of MAGA, where both of them were far from laconic about their plans to recreate the Republic in their own images. Taking Xenophon as my model, I've pulled some relevant quotations from our two Diarchs so that we'll have a keener sense of exactly the kind of tyranny-by-two that is in store for us…
(2025-02-28). A Report From Limbo: Asylum Seekers Face the New Trump Era. counterpunch.org 
There's something spectacular about seeing the face of a newborn. Maybe this is partly because of some personal nostalgia, a reminder of when I first held my own kids in my arms. But there's more. Perhaps in the case of Valentina, the baby I was about to meet, it was because she was born in a shelter for migrants, far away from her parents' home in Guerrero. Or perhaps it was because she represented hope; at least that's what her father, José, told me a week ago during my interview with him at the Casa de la Misericordia y de Todas las Naciones, located in Nogales, Sonora. Since 2020, the Casa has housed asylum s…
(2025-02-28). Might Makes Right: Matt Duss on Trump's Foreign Policy Doctrine, from Ukraine to Gaza. democracynow.org 
We speak with foreign policy analyst Matt Duss about increasingly fraught relations between the United States and Ukraine, which have undergone a seismic shift under the second Trump administration. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is meeting with President Trump at the White House on Friday and is expected to sign an agreement giving the U.S. access to his country's rare earth minerals, which are key components in mobile phones and other advanced technology. It's unclear what, if anything, Ukraine will get in return, even as Trump pushes Kyiv to reach a deal with Moscow to end the war that bega…
(2025-02-28). Ukrainians Do Not Want to Fight. globalresearch.ca Apparently, some Ukrainian politicians are beginning to dissent against Vladimir Zelensky's dictatorship. Recently, an official challenged the country's illegitimate president, questioning his claim that the Ukrainian people want to continue fighting. This is just more evidence of how Ukraine is …
(2025-02-28). Ukrainian journalist Tetyana Kulyk killed by Russian drone in Kyiv region. CPJ Staff 
(2025-02-28). Air defense downs 22 Ukrainian drones in five Russian regions. plenglish.com The military institution's statement, announced on its official Telegram channel this Friday, noted that eight Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were shot down in the Oryol province, seven in Kursk, four in Bryansk, two in Krasnodar, and one in Smolensk. | The Defense Ministry, which described the attacks as terrorist, did not specify the targets of the strikes, nor did it report any damage to infrastructure in the regions. | Russia has been conducting a special military operation since February 24, 2022, to halt Ukrainian shelling of civilians in Donetsk and Lugansk, two territories that gained independ…
(2025-02-28). Nation's first cross-border e-commerce export business for aviation products completed in Qingdao. ecns.cn The Jinjun Yunda Supply Chain (Qingdao) Co Ltd has announced a batch of aviation products for export under the "9710" Customs supervision method for cross-border e-commerce.
(2025-02-28). Qingdao's first low-altitude island logistics route launched. ecns.cn Qingdao's first low-altitude island logistics route was launched on Thursday, realizing two-way transportation of goods between Jimiya Wharf and Lingshan Island over an 18-kilometer voyage in just 10 minutes.
(2025-02-28). EU vows response to 25% U.S. tariffs. ecns.cn The European Union has fought back against U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose 25 percent tariffs on the bloc's exports to the United States, as well as his accusation that the EU was formed to "screw" the U.S.
(2025-02-28). Xi chairs CPC leadership meeting to discuss draft gov't work report. ecns.cn Xi Jinping on Friday chaired a meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee to discuss a draft government work report to be submitted by the State Council to the upcoming national legislative session for review.
(2025-02-28). Police cracks down on drugs, seized 28 tons. ecns.cn Chinese police solved 38,000 drug-related cases from January 2024 to January this year, with seizure of 28.1 metric tons of the drugs, the Ministry of Public Security said on Friday.
(2025-02-28). Shanghai implements e-cigarette ban on metro trains, stations. ecns.cn E-cigarettes will be completely banned in metro stations and trains in Shanghai, according to the new version of the Shanghai Metro Passenger Code of Conduct that will be implemented effective March 1.
(2025-02-28). Torch named 'Zhu Meng' of World Games 2025 unveiled. ecns.cn The torch, named Zhu Meng incorporates elements of Sichuan's cultural heritage and natural beauty. The nozzle is modeled after a sun-shaped crown discovered at the Jinsha archaeological site, representing Chengdu's deep cultural roots and the athletes' vitality and pursuit of excellence.
(2025-02-28). World's largest indoor ice-and-snow theme park opens in Harbin. ecns.cn The world's largest indoor ice-and-snow theme park opened on Thursday as the outdoor Harbin Ice-Snow World officially closed its 26th edition on Wednesday.
(2025-02-28). Sichuan, Chongqing regions aim to become national technology center. ecns.cn The neighboring southwestern Chinese regions of Sichuan province and Chongqing are working to establish themselves as a national technology center, leveraging their strong industrial foundation and growing technological capabilities.
(2025-02-28). Membership stores bright spot in retail biz. ecns.cn Membership stores have continued gaining traction in the Chinese retail market as middle-income consumers increasingly prioritize product quality and healthy lifestyles.
(2025-02-28). Gaza in My Phone. thealtworld.com 
(2025-02-28). Trump's vision for Gaza sparks global debate amid AI-Generated video. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – With an AI-generated animation that shows a reimagined Gaza as a posh Mediterranean resort with golden Trump monuments, upscale resorts, and a busy beachfront, former US President Donald Trump has sparked intense criticism. Although the video, which was shared on Truth Social, supports Trump's previous "Riviera of the Middle East" idea, Palestinian officials and other foreign figures have harshly criticized it.Bill O'Reilly, a veteran television personality who had a direct conversation with Trump, backed the idea, saying that Trump's objective is economic growth rather than American occupation. O'Reil…
(2025-02-28). Watch: Palestinians' Fitting Response to Trump's Gaza AI Video. ummid.com Joining the "AI War" with Donald Trump, a group of Palestinians Friday February 28, 2025 released its own version of Gaza AI Video in a fitting response to the maverick President of the United States.
(2025-02-28). Selected Articles: How Trustworthy Is President Trump? Peter Koenig. globalresearch.ca 
By Is President Trump the Peace President he makes out to be, and under which banner he has campaigned? Sick and tired of the fraud called Biden …
(2025-02-28). Egypt rejects displacement in Gaza and defends reconstruction. plenglish.com Cairo, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi called for rebuilding Gaza, a greater flow of aid to the territory, and rejected any plan to displace Palestinians, an official statement announced on Friday.
(2025-02-28). Doomed Prospects for Achievement of UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030: Funds Squandered on Military-Industrial Complex Are Indispensable for Success. globalresearch.ca For the UN to even speak of "Sustainable Development Goals" while the UN Security Council is notorious for "destroying the infrastructure necessary to support human life" in the countries devastated by the military actions and sanctions the UN has authorized, is the worst form of hypocrisy and duplicity.
(2025-02-28). So Much for 'Peace and Stability' as EU/NATO Escalates in Bosnia. globalresearch.ca Former Yugoslavia has been a total mess ever since it
(2025-02-28). Modern Times and Ancient Truths. Edward Curtin. globalresearch.ca Eighty-nine years ago this month, the film Modern Times, starring Charlie Chaplin, was released. Considered one of the greatest movies ever, it was a comedic but savage critique of industrial capitalism and a prescient indictment of the alienated modern life …
(2025-02-28). Trump Says Border Tariffs on Canada, Mexico Coming Into Force on March 4. globalresearch.ca President Donald Trump said his administration will go ahead with 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico on March 4, saying the two countries have not done enough on drug smuggling. | In a
(2025-02-28). Neurotechnologies Enabling Remote Control of the Activity of Human Brains. globalresearch.ca A group of American conservative politicians issued a statement on June 3, 1997, titled "Project for the New American Century." Among the signatories of this statement were ten members of the future American Bush administration, including Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, …
(2025-02-28). Attempted Regime Change in Venezuela Incoming? Trump Cancels Chevron's Oil License. "US Does No Need Venezuelan Oil" globalresearch.ca Back in 2023, Trump was speaking at a press conference in North Carolina and said, | "When I left, Venezuela was ready to collapse. We would have taken it over; we would have gotten all that oil." | Trump's Secretary of State, …
(2025-02-28). Lawsuit Filed Against Intelligence Agencies Involved in the Assassination of Malcolm X. globalresearch.ca On Sunday afternoon February 21, 1965, Malcolm X (El Hajj Malik El Shabazz) was gunned down as he stood at the podium of the Audubon Ballroom to address hundreds of people attending a rally of the Organization of Afro-American Unity …
(2025-02-28). "The Train Has Left the Station and No One Can Stop It". "Peace is a Forbidden Word". Europe Will be at War with Russia. Serbia's President A. Vucic. globalresearch.ca [Incisive article by Dr. Paul Craig Roberts first published by Global Research on June 13, 2024] | *** | These are the words of Serbia's President Aleksander Vucic. He ought to know. He is in the middle of it. He thinks …
(2025-02-28). India's Healthcare Revolution: A Model for Global Improvement. devdiscourse.com India's healthcare landscape has transformed since 2014, as key health indicators, like maternal and infant mortality rates, have declined sharply, according to Union Health Minister J P Nadda.
(2025-02-28). Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo: Living with the scars of conflict. icrc.org A photo report by Hugh Kinsella Cunningham, recipient of the 2024 ICRC Humanitarian Visa d'Or…
(2025-02-28). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: The value of neutrality for humanitarian work. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). IHL and humanitarian principles. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). ICRC president: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Joint statement of the ICRC, the International Federation and the Red Cross Society of the Democratic Republic of the Congo: One too many humanitarian crises in North and South Kivu. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Philippines: Focusing on humanitarian action in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). United Nations denounces humanitarian disaster in Sudan. plenglish.com Khartoum, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations warned that the humanitarian situation in Sudan has worsened following the increased fighting in the last few weeks, with famine already affecting many regions, local media reported on Thursday.
(2025-02-28). Afghanistan: 2024 Operational facts and figures. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Ethiopia: 2024 Facts & Figures. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-28). The ICRC appeals for 2.17 billion Swiss francs for its operations in 2025. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Philippines: Falling in love in… and for the Red Cross. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). South Sudan Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-02-28). South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in Renk town. icrc.org
(2025-02-28). Open-Ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025. icrc.org 10th Substantive Session: ICRC Statement on Threats, February 2025…
(2025-02-28). Indigenous languages summit to be held in Ottawa this August. windspeaker.com
(2025-02-28). Canada: Supreme Court judge rules police conduct racist, but Indigenous land defenders' convictions remain. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). EU wants defense spending to be the largest since the Cold War. infobrics.org Rubio says NATO's biggest problem is that some members don't even have armed forces.
(2025-02-28). Trump extends sanctions against Russia, despite his diplomatic rhetoric. infobrics.org In spite of the more diplomatic approach of the Republicans, tensions between the US and Russia are far from over.
(2025-02-28). BRICS Can Learn from ASEAN. infobrics.org Malaysian Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said some may argue that BRICS lacks the cohesion necessary for long-term stability without a unifying force, and ASEAN's 50-year track record is a real-time case study of how political and economic diversity can coexist while fostering peace and prosperity…
(2025-02-28). BRICS in Centre Stage of Global Economy. infobrics.org The formal admission of Indonesia as a full-fledged member of BRICS has given a significant boost to this block' aspiration to emerge as an alternative to the western-dominated world economic order. With the entry of Indonesia, BRICS now represents 35 per cent of global GDP and 45 per cent of the global population…
(2025-02-28). BRICS' Potential for Changing Global Economic Order. infobrics.org With Indonesia joining the BRICS, a platform looking for strengthening South-South Cooperation and setting into motion a new world order, it now accounts for 40 per cent of the world population and 35 per cent of the global gross domestic product…
(2025-02-28). Will Trump succumb to European pressure as MSM launches another North Korea fake. infobrics.org While Trump's exchange with both Macron and Starmer was unpleasant, he still seems rather ambivalent. At one moment, he's calling for "the killing to stop", but praising "American weapons and good Ukrainian soldiers" in another, stressing that his decision to supply the "Javelin" ATGMs (anti-tank guided missiles) was supposedly "instrumental".
(2025-02-28). Three years on… Russia's military intervention in Ukraine is vindicated. strategic-culture.su Russia will continue its military campaign to eradicate the Neo-Nazi regime in Kiev. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | This wee…
(2025-02-28). Majority of US Republicans hostile to Zelensky — poll. 
56% of GOP respondents now view the Ukrainian leader unfavorably, up from 40% last week, an Economist/YouGov survey indicates | Attitudes among US Republicans toward Vladimir Zelensky have soured significantly as the Ukrainian leader has come under a barrage of criticism from President Donald Trump, according to a new Economist/YouGov poll. | The survey, which was released on Thursday, indicated that the unfavorable perception of Zelensky among GOP respondents rose from 40% to 56% in just one week. The trend comes after Trump suggested that Kiev could have avoided the conflict with Russia and also branded the…
(2025-02-28). EU membership for Ukraine 'unthinkable' — Orban. 
Kiev joining the bloc could trigger economic collapse and rising crime in Hungary, the prime minister has said | Admitting Ukraine into the EU would be an "unthinkable" act, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stated, adding that accession to the bloc by Kiev could have severe economic and security consequences for Hungary. | Speaking in an interview with Kossuth Radio on Friday, Orban said that while he would not rule out Ukraine joining the bloc in principle, doing so under the current circumstances would be virtually impossible. "One thing I can say for sure: here and now, this is unthinkable," he sai…
(2025-02-28). 'The countdown to the end of Zelensky's regime has started' — Russian experts on the Trump talks fiasco. 
The Ukrainian leader's meeting with the US president was a disaster for Kiev, but it may be too early to draw long-term conclusions | During Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky's visit to Washington, a public altercation occurred between him and US President Donald Trump, even leading to the meeting being cut short and the scheduled news conference being canceled. Such an emotionally charged and negatively tinted exchange of mutual accusations on camera in the White House has likely never been seen before. | Fyodor Lukyanov, editor-in-chief of Russia in Global Affairs: | "Vladimir Zelensky underestim…
(2025-02-28). 'Nothing sacred' for Kiev — Kremlin. 
Spokesman Dmitry Peskov's remark comes after the FSB said it had thwarted a Ukrainian attempt to assassinate a Russian Orthodox bishop | The Ukrainian government has no qualms about targeting religious leaders in its conflict with Russia, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated. Earlier on Friday, the Federal Security Service (FSB) reported that it had foiled an assassination attempt on the Crimean Metropolitan of the Russian Orthodox Church. | Kiev attempted to place a bomb in a Moscow monastery to target Metropolitan Tikhon, the head of the Simferopol and Crimean diocese, the FSB claimed. | Speaking to th…
(2025-02-28). Starmer insists on deploying British troops to Ukraine. 
London and Brussels must play "a full part" in providing security guarantees for Kiev, the UK prime minister has said | The UK and EU must be involved in a peace settlement in Ukraine, which includes putting boots on the ground, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said following talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington. The US has recently initiated peace talks with Russia, sidelining both the EU and UK. | Starmer met with Trump at the White House on Thursday, where they discussed a plan to reach an enduring peace in Ukraine. | "The European countries, including the United Kingdom, need to play a…
(2025-02-28). Perry Anderson: Idées-forces. newleftreview.org What weight should be given to the role of ideas in moments of radical change, as opposed to that of material interests and forces? From the Reformation to the Enlightenment, rise of Marxism and hegemony of neoliberalism, lessons for a system-changing left.
(2025-02-28). Newcomers bless Ohio community. anabaptistworld.org Worship at Lima Mennonite Church in Ohio has become an intercultural experience of love and joy with the addition of Haitian immigrants who have become part of the community.
(2025-02-28). Philly start-up trying to improve financial literacy snags equity stake from Enterprise Center. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Mical Jeanlys-White remembers how her grandmother built wealth as an immigrant to the United States from Haiti, and it was primarily through "I saw my immigrant family members join small savings clubs and saw the impact of that community effort towards a goal. My grandmother was a super saver," Jeanlys-White said. | But instead of investing that…
(2025-02-28). Nearly 200 migrants deported from US, all men, arrive in Venezuela. presstv.ir Two planes carrying Venezuelan migrants deported from the US landed at Venezuela's La Guaira airport.
(2025-02-28). In Episode 29 of the Sceptic: Eugyppius on the German Elections, Eric Kaufmann on Whether Rishi Sunak Is English and Chris Bayliss on Migrant Terror Attacks. dailysceptic.org In Episode 29 of the Sceptic: Eugyppius on the German elections, Eric Kaufmann on whether Rishi Sunak is English and Chris Bayliss on what's behind migrant terror attacks.
(2025-02-28). United States repatriates 104 irregular migrants to Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The United States repatriated 104 irregular migrants (84 men, 19 women and one minor) to Cuba on Thursday, as part of bilateral migration agreements, the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) reported.
(2025-02-28). Trump transforms global alliances and will establish a new era of colonialism. internationalviewpoint.org President Donald Trump is fundamentally altering U.S. foreign policy and transforming global alliances that have been in place for eighty years. Trump has chosen Vladimir Putin over NATO. Trump and Putin apparently plan to impose a treaty that will force Ukraine to give up 20 percent of its territory and prohibit its membership in NATO. Trump points out that president Volodymyr Zelensky's low poll numbers, suggesting that he has no right to speak for Ukraine. The United States and Russia have long been imperial powers, and now they are cooperating and isolating from peace negotiations the European powers who fear…
(2025-02-28). Alcune note sulla costruzione di un'Ucraina ultranazionalista. strategic-culture.su A tre anni compiuti dall'inizio della Operazione Militare Speciale in Ucraina, occorre ripercorrere alcune tappe dell'evoluzione nazionalista dell'Ucraina, elemento che ancora oggi continua a giocare un ruolo centrale nella propaganda del conflitto. | Segue nostro Dopo Maidan, un'altra Ucraina | Maidan, anno 2014. Dopo quella tragedia, l'influenza dell'estrema destra in Ucraina è aumentata enormemente nella costruzione dell'identità naz…
(2025-02-28). Polish MP claims life threatened over criticism of Ukrainian Nazi collaborator. 
Slawomir Mentzen, who is running for president, had previously called for an end to the cult of Stepan Bandera | Polish MP Slawomir Mentzen has accused Ukrainian journalist Vakhtang Kipiani of publicly threatening his life for criticizing Ukraine's embrace of World War II Nazi collaborator Stepan Bandera. | Earlier this week, Mentzen, a candidate for the right-wing Confederation Party in the upcoming Polish presidential elections in May, had traveled to the Ukrainian city of Lviv where he recorded a video in front of a monument to Bandera. | In the clip, he likened Bandera to a "terrorist," recalling that the…
(2025-02-28). The German People makes clear the culprits behind the 2020 racist murders in Hanau are to be found among the German authorities. wsws.org "There used to be skinheads in bomber jackets and combat boots. Today, however, the neo-Nazis are sitting in parliament wearing ties and suits!"
(2025-02-28). Trump, Vance Clash With Zelensky During White House Meeting. news.antiwar.com
(2025-02-28). Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine solution: My chat with ChatGPT. onlineopinion.com.au Artificial intelligence confirms that the United Nations has completely failed to consider all options for settling the Palestinian question.
(2025-02-28). Students, parents demand Sheikh Wesam Charkawi be allowed back to work. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Just Having A Pet Doesn't Help Mental Health But Pet-Owners With Secure Relationships With Their Pets Are Less Depressed #Just #Having #Doesn't #Help #Mental #Health #Pet-Owners #Secure #Relationships #Their #Pets #Less #Depressed #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | For many people, pets provide unconditional love, companionship and a sense of security. But not all human-pet relationships are beneficial, and some may contribute to …
(2025-02-28). DPRK tests strategic cruise missiles. plenglish.com According to the state news agency KCNA reported today, the test was conducted as part of the training of units that operate such weapons, and to demonstrate to enemies "the counter-strike capability of the Korean People's Army" and deter them from their aggressive plans. Launched into the West Sea of Korea, the missiles accurately hit the targets after flying along an elliptical trajectory of 1,587 kilometers, in both cases in less than eight seconds, KCNA said. | The secretary general of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the Affairs Committee expressed satisfaction with the result of the exercise and…
(2025-02-28). Russian Soyuz-2.1a rocket put Progress MS-30 spacecraft into orbit. plenglish.com The Russian space agency's release stated that the spacecraft, which carries several cargoes, including a new spacesuit and equipment for scientific experiments to the International Space Station (ISS), blasted off at 00: 24 hours (Moscow time) from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. | The Progress MS-30 spacecraft expects to reach the ISS in about two days. Its docking with the Zvezda module is scheduled for 02: 04 hours (Moscow time) on Sunday. | The space freighter carries 2,599 kilograms of cargo, including 1,179 kilograms of equipment and machinery, clothing, food, medical and hygienic supplies. | Also included are 950…
(2025-02-28). Cyclone Oscar left irreversible ecological marks in eastern Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Hurricane Oscar, which hit the eastern tip of Cuba on October 20 and 21, 2024, left deep environmental marks that changed the face of Guantanamo, it was revealed today.
(2025-02-28). India and EU to conclude FTA by 2025. plenglish.com New Delhi, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) India and the European Union (EU) are arranging details to conclude a mutually beneficial bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) this year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi informed on Friday.
(2025-02-28). Some 70 forest fires occurred in Cuba in 2025. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Some 70 forest fires occurred in Cuba between January 1 and February 24, which have damaged around 161.55 hectares of forests on the island to date, the National Forest Ranger Corps reported.
(2025-02-28). Trump denounced for trying to influence 2026 elections in Brazil. plenglish.com Brasilia, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The government of US President Donald Trump intends to influence the 2026 elections in Brazil in order to consolidate an ultra-conservative agenda in the Western Hemisphere, the UOL website reported on Thusday.
(2025-02-28). Vietnam to build nearly one million houses in five years. plenglish.com Hanoi, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh informed on Thursday about the government's social project to build 995,445 houses in the 2025-2030 period.
(2025-02-28). Closure of USAID does not mean end of aggression against Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The closure of programs by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) does not mean the end of the hostile policy against Cuba, experts said on Thursday.
(2025-02-28). Cuba reiterates willingness to strengthen ties with Nicaragua. plenglish.com Managua, Feb 28 (Prensa Latina) The leader of the Cuban Revolution, Army General Raúl Castro, and President Miguel Díaz-Canel reiterated the country's willingness to continue to strengthen the ties of friendship and cooperation with Nicaragua, it was announced on Thursday.
(2025-02-28). Access to RSS feeds is rejected. reliefweb.int/rss.xml Your large amount of concurrent requests for RSS data causes problems. Use the API or contact ops@reliefweb.int…
(2025-02-28). EU's von der Leyen pushes trade deal with India. 
The European Commission president is seeking greater collaboration with New Delhi amid concerns over US policy shifts | The European Union is keen to expand economic and security cooperation with India, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has stated in New Delhi. | The two sides have set a year-end deadline to conclude a free-trade agreement, negotiations for which initially started 15 years ago. The announcement on Friday came in a joint statement by von der Leyen and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after they met in the Indian capital. | Speaking to reporters, Modi said the two sides have…
(2025-02-28). EU fueling turmoil as its influence wanes — Belgrade. 
The bloc's exclusion from the Ukraine talks shows it has "lost its superpower status," Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin has told RT | The EU is instigating regional conflicts and fueling turmoil in a bid to reclaim its diminished global influence, Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin has stated. | Vulin made the remarks in an interview with RT on Friday while commenting on the Ukraine conflict and the EU's exclusion from the US-Russia peace talks. He also touched on the growing regional tensions.
| "The EU has completely lost its position as a superpower," he said, arguing that t…
(2025-02-28). Russia comments on latest talks with US. 
Diplomatic normalization is a two-way street, Moscow has emphasized following a meeting with a delegation from Washington | Russia and the US have identified steps they both should take to restore normal operations of their diplomatic missions, the Foreign Ministry in Moscow has said, following Russian and US delegations met in Istanbul on Thursday, as the two nations seek to heal a diplomatic rift that deepened under the previous administration of President Joe Biden. | The disc…
(2025-02-28). Trump administration probes suspected fraud in Biden's climate fund — WaPo. 
The $20 billion grant program was established by the former president to finance clean-energy projects | The US Justice Department (DOJ) and FBI have launched a criminal investigation into alleged fraud in the $20 billion climate grant program introduced by former President Joe Biden, the Washington Post reported on Friday. The probe follows President Donald Trump's pledge to "root out waste, fraud, and abuse" in government spending. | The investigation centers on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, established under Biden's 2022 climate law to finance clean energy projects and managed by the Environmental Prot…
(2025-02-28). Soros trying to derail Trump's plans — Musk. 
The billionaire has backed claims that the Hungarian-born financier has been investing millions to squeeze Republicans out of Congress | Elon Musk has backed claims that Hungarian-American billionaire George Soros is spending millions of dollars in an attempt to block US President Donald Trump's political agenda. | The accusation comes after the US Republican Party narrowly passed a budget blueprint on Tuesday in the House of Representatives, leading to concerns that the outcome of an upcoming race for a seat in the Wisconsin Supreme Court could shift the balance of power. | On Thursday, former Wisconsin Gover…
(2025-02-28). EU's Kallas blasts Trump over 'Russian talking points'. 
Washington has levelled "strong" remarks at Brussels, while seemingly being "friendly" toward Moscow, according to the bloc's top diplomat | The European Union's top diplomat has suggested that US President Donald Trump has adopted Russian narratives about the Ukraine conflict. Kaja Kallas also expressed concern over Washington's supposed drift away from its long-time European allies. | Kallas, the EU's high representative for foreign affairs and security policy and former Estonian Prime Minister (2021-2024), is known for her hawkish views on foreign policy. | In an interview with the media outlet Axios on Thu…
(2025-02-28). Zelensky not ready for peace — Trump. 
The US president has accused the Ukrainian leader of "disrespecting" Washington | Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky is not ready for peace as he sees Washington's involvement in negotiations on the Ukraine conflict as a bargaining chip, US President Donald Trump has stated, following a heated and unprecedented meeting on Friday. | Trump made the caustic remarks in a social media post after receiving Zelensky at the White house, where the two were expected to sign an agreement granting Washington access to Ukraine's natural resources. | Zelensky's visit to the White House was cut short after he got into a heat…
(2025-02-28). EU's Kallas calls for 'new leader of free world'. 
(2025-02-28). EU state seeks to ban tours to Russia and Belarus. 
Latvian lawmakers have cited potential risk to citizens' safety and being recruited for espionage | Latvian lawmakers have advanced legislation that would ban organized trips to Russia and Belarus, citing potential risk to the safety, health and even life of its citizens, as well as the potential recruitment of spies. | The country's parliament on Thursday approved in the first reading the amendments to the Tourism Law that seek to prohibit all Latvian-registered travel agencies from offering and providing tourism services in the two countries, according to an official statement. | Despite repeated calls from…
(2025-02-28). New Russian demands signal the Ukraine war may continue. thesiriusrepo 
We assess in detail Russia's requirements that need to be fulfilled to end the SMO in Ukraine. New developments suggest that ending the Ukraine war via a peace agreement may be problematic.
(2025-02-28). Zelensky's meltdown in the Oval Office (WATCH FULL). 
The Ukrainian leader was kicked out of the White House after a heated exchange with President Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance | The meeting between Vladimir Zelensky and US President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance on Friday devolved into an openly hostile confrontation during which the Ukrainian leader was accused of ungratefulness to the American people and an unwillingness to negotiate an end to the conflict with Russia. | Read the transcript of the heated exchange below: | US President Donald Trump: The world, I am aligned with the world and I want to get this thing [the Ukraine conflict] ov…
(2025-02-28). Zelensky refuses to apologize for spat with Trump. 
The Ukrainian leader's visit to the White House descended into a shouting match with President Trump and Vice President Vance | Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has defended his behavior at the White House, claiming he was unsure whether he had done anything "bad" when repeatedly pressed by Fox News' Bret Baier on whether he owed an apology for what President Donald Trump described as disrespect toward the American people. | In an interview with Fox News on Friday, Zelensky was asked directly whether he felt he had disrespected Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and the American people — and whether he n…
(2025-02-28). Ivan Timofeev: Here's why US sanctions can't ruin Russia-India trade relations. 
Indian businesses are increasingly concerned about the risks of secondary sanctions imposed by the US and other Western nations. How valid are these fears? | One of the primary goals of the extensive sanctions imposed on Russia by the West following the start of Russia's offensive in Ukraine was to isolate the Russian economy. This has been partially successful — sanctions have severely hampered Russia's trade with Western nations. Exports of dual-use items, industrial goods, and various luxury items to Russia are now prohibited. Key components of Western imports from Russia — such as oil, coal, prec…
(2025-02-28). Hungary to ban LGBTQ parades — Orban. 
The prime minister had previously suggested that the organizers of the Pride event "should not bother" to prepare for it | Pride parades will no longer be allowed to take place on the streets of Budapest, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban declared in an interview with local radio on Friday. He argued that such events are detrimental to children. | Speaking to Radio Kossuth, Orban stated that the only reason the LGBTQ events took place in the capital was because they were being led by former American ambassador David Pressman, "which clearly expressed that the world's great powers support this." | "But now…
(2025-02-28). Diplomacy Watch: GOP hawks double down against Trump policy. responsiblestatecraft.org 
Several members of Trump's own party in Congress have expressed frustration with his language and tactics surrounding the Ukraine-Russia peace process.The president was elected with a mandate to end the conflict, and he repeatedly promised to do so, even
(2025-02-28). The 'Russian agents' debate in Azerbaijan: Why are former ministers accused? strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-28). Denmark hopes to have air defence system in place from 2026. scmp.com European allies are now talking about boosting defence investments in the face of Russian aggression and uncertain support from Washington.
(2025-02-28). Soviet chess legend Boris Spassky, who lost 'match of the century', dies at 88. scmp.com The Russian grandmaster was famously defeated by American Bobby Fischer in 1972, at the height of the Cold War.
(2025-02-28). Russian Cosmonaut Gives Interview to Sputnik at NXT Conclave 2025. sputnikglobe.com Russian cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev shared his reflections on space travel, international collaboration, and cultural diplomacy during an interview with Olga Lisogor, head of Sputnik News, at the NXT Conclave 2025.
(2025-02-28). Eyewitness video shows moment of plane crash in Kazakhstan. presstv.ir A passenger plane flying from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.
(2025-02-28). Russia attracts Arab tourists with Arabic metro map. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Moscow, Russia's capital, and largest city, is attracting Arab tourists with its newly introduced Arabic metro map.Arabic map in Moscow's metro: Maksim Liksutov, Moscow's Deputy Mayor for Transport, announced the launch of the city's first Arabic metro map, aimed at attracting more tourists from the Middle East eager to visit and explore Moscow. | According to Liksutov, the map will be available on the Moscow Metro mobile app and will be distributed for free to tourists at hotels and information offices. | "We tried to display everything correctly, based on the names, based on special term…
(2025-02-28). Russia thwarts attack on Putin's spiritual guide. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Tikhon Shevkunov, a prominent member of the Russian Orthodox Church and a man often associated with President Vladimir Putin as his spiritual counselor, was the subject of an alleged murder attempt that Russian police stated had been foiled. According to the Federal Security Service (FSB), Ukraine's military intelligence was behind the scheme, which was designed to kill Shevkunov in Moscow.Security officers detained a Russian and a Ukrainian citizen who reportedly plotted the assault since mid-2024 after being recruited over Telegram, according to Russian officials. A handmade explosive device that was…
(2025-02-28). Trump to order English as official language in US. geo.tv 
Republican then-presidential candidate and former US President Donald Trump gestures during a campaign event at Dorton Arena, in Raleigh, North Carolina, US November 4, 2024. — Reuters
(2025-02-28). Resetting The US-Russia Ties. ummid.com The way the US President Donald Trump has cosied-up to the Russian President Putin to get the almost three-years old Russia-Ukraine war ended has baffled everyone.
(2025-02-28). BRICS on course to challenge Western dominance: Russia. ummid.com Undeterred by U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated threats, Russia Saturday said BRICS countries are well on course to challenge the Western dominance.
(2025-02-28). Ukraine Solidarity Under the Trump Administration. internationalviewpoint.org On the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the United States under the Trump administration is now pushing negotiations for a "peace" settlement. The Ukraine Solidarity Network-U.S. (USN) opposes any attempt to impose a settlement that is not acceptable to the Ukrainian people. | – | / |
(2025-02-28). "Scars on the Land." scheerpost.com
(2025-02-28). Global Voices statement on the attacks on Serbian NGOs. globalvoices.org Without independent media there is no democracy, and we urge all governments to respect media organizations and online freedom of expression.Global Voices | Global Voices stands in solidarity with the NGOs being attacked by the public prosecutor's office in Serbia and strongly condemns the police raids on their offices as well as the continuing threats and intimidation. Such actions threaten civil society, undermine the important work being done by these NGOs, and weaken accountability structures and freedom of expression. | Earlier this week the (2025-02-28). Excellent From Larry … smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2025-02-28). Erasing History, Erasing Democracy: Trump's Authoritarian Assault on Education. socialistproject.ca 
In the initial days of his second term, US President Donald Trump
(2025-02-28). Socialist Alliance discusses its work in a time of neoliberalism. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Socialist Alliance launches Sue Bolton's campaign for Wills. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Huge protests, strikes paralyse Greece on train crash anniversary. scmp.com Anger against the government has grown, with opinion polls showing that most Greeks believe officials covered up evidence after the crash.
(2025-02-28). University of California strike raises major political issues. wsws.org The struggle of 57,000 UC workers represents a larger battle against a system that serves the ruling elite at the expense of society's basic needs.
(2025-02-28). Avalanche Strikes Near Badrinath: Rescue Efforts Hampered by Continuous Snowfall. devdiscourse.com An avalanche near the border village of Mana, close to Badrinath in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, has put the lives of 41 Border Roads Organization (BRO) workers at risk. Continuous snowfall is complicating rescue efforts, led by a 65-member team on the ground, with helicopter services grounded due to harsh weather conditions.
(2025-02-28). Kyrgyzstan Supreme Court upholds lengthy prison terms for Temirov Live journalists. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-28). The Supreme Court hands down a rare victory for a death row inmate. gnnhd.tv 
The Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that Richard Glossip, a man sentenced to die under extraordinarily dubious circumstances, must receive a new trial. The case is Glossip v. Oklahoma. The Court, which has a 6-3 Republican majority, is often unsympathetic to d…
(2025-02-28). Billionaire Jeff Bezos makes Washington Post an ally of Trump. wsws.org The Amazon boss decreed that the newspaper's editorial pages should exclude any opinion hostile to "free markets," i.e., capitalism.
(2025-02-28). àñcalan calls on Kurdish PKK to lay down arms and dissolve itself. wsws.org Ocalan repudiated the "extreme nationalist deviation" of seeking a separate Kurdish state, insisting that the Kurdish question could be solved by "democratizing" the Turkish state.
(2025-02-28). Pro-Palestinian students occupy Columbia University building to protest expulsions. wsws.org Nealy 100 students occupied a hall at Columbia University's Barnard College to protest the expulsion of two students.
(2025-02-28). Starmer-Trump meeting resolves nothing for British imperialism. wsws.org Amid the self-congratulatory commentary in the British media on Starmer's successes in schmoozing Trump, there are guarded acknowledgements that not very much was, in fact, achieved.
(2025-02-28). Anger erupts as Stellantis workers told profit-sharing checks will be cut by 73 percent. wsws.org Stellantis workers learned this week that their profit sharing checks for 2024, before taxes, will be $3,780 compared to $13,860 the previous year.
(2025-02-28). Trump tariffs against Mexico and Canada to go ahead. wsws.org Tariffs on Mexico and Canada were threatened shortly after Trump's inauguration on January 20 but were delayed for a month after the Canadian and Mexican governments agreed to take action over the flow of the drug fentanyl into the US.
(2025-02-28). Trump/Musk rampage could leave up to 1 million workers jobless, major investment firm warns. wsws.org A recent report from Apollo Global Management estimated that 300,000 federal workers would be fired in the coming weeks, leading to an additional 600,000 contractors losing their jobs.
(2025-02-28). Alarm grows as "mystery illness" in Congo has now killed 60 people and infected over 1,000. wsws.org Delays in reporting relate to near non-existent infrastructure conditions and poorly resourced facilities.
(2025-02-28). Dockworkers union pushes through contract offering "labor peace for the next 6 years" wsws.org The ILA bureaucracy rammed through the sellout contract on 40,000 longshore workers on the East and Gulf Coasts in collaboration with Trump.
(2025-02-28). Hard truths about the Trump-Zelensky-Vance Oval Office blow-up. responsiblestatecraft.org 
The sort of There were multiple reasons for this diplomati…
(2025-02-28). What is known about US — Ukraine minerals deal so far. independent.co.ug 
After revisions and trade of barbs between the two sides, Zelensky appears more open to the current version of a framework agreement on the joint development of Ukraine's natural resources with the United States, despite his previous stance that he "will not sign what ten generations of Ukrainians will have to repay." BEIJING | Xinhua …
(2025-02-28). TRUMP VS ZELENSKY: What it was like in the room during Oval Office shouting match. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | BBC | The day began with the same cordial routine the White House reserves for visiting foreign dignitaries. Ukraining President Volodymyr Zelensky was welcomed by President Donald Trump at the door of the West Wing with an honour guard, and the leaders shook hands politely. We were in the Oval Office as part …
(2025-02-28). "Release them now!": Joint statement on the detention of Turkish journalists. fidh.org
(2025-02-28). And the Oscar goes to … the Pentagon! responsiblestatecraft.org 
This Sunday millions will tune in to watch Hollywood's premier awards ceremony, the Oscars. All eyes will be on the red carpet to see who is wearing what and viewers will be anxiously waiting to see if any drama unfolds—like a Will Smith
(2025-02-28). The US left landmines in Vietnam. An aid freeze won't erase that. responsiblestatecraft.org Fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War, the people in Vietnam and Laos are still cleaning up unexploded U.S. landmines left behind from our war. That is, until Donald Trump's foreign aid freeze.Shortly after the Trump administration announced its
(2025-02-28). CPJ, SPJ, journalist groups call on Trump administration to restore AP access to White House. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-28). Belarusian journalist Palina Pitkevich's extremism trial set to open. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-28). Vietnamese journalist Truong Huy San sentenced to 30 months in prison. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-28). Zimbabwean journalist Blessed Mhlanga jailed over interviews with war veteran. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-28). Chihuahuas, not Dobermans. strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-28). Is the ICC losing its relevance as major powers opt out. strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-28). On the cognitive dissonances of 'Europeans': Ukraine is just a pretext. strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-28). A spectre is haunting Germany. strategic-culture.su
(2025-02-28). Afghanistan opts to field first against Australia in crucial Champions Trophy clash. gnnhd.tv 
Today's match promises to be intense as both teams are eager to advance to semi-finals…
(2025-02-28). JUI's Maulana Hamidul Haq among five martyred in suicide attack at Nowshera Mosque. gnnhd.tv 
According to police, blast occurred in main hall of mosque after Friday prayers…
(2025-02-28). Court clears Mustafa Amir's name from drug case following his murder. gnnhd.tv 
'Mustafa's last court appearance took place on January 6, just few hours before he was killed'
(2025-02-28). Tragic bus accident near Nila Interchange claims 8 lives, 18 injured. gnnhd.tv 
Bus was traveling from Karachi to Swat and had approximately 50 passengers on board…
(2025-02-28). Gene Hackman, wife found dead in Santa Fe home. gnnhd.tv 
Authorities investigating deaths of legendary actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, discover an open prescription pill bottle and scattered pills in their home…
(2025-02-28). Quetta Blast: 9 injured as motorcycle bomb detonates. gnnhd.tv 
According to police, explosion occurred near Jan Mohammad Road area in Quetta…
(2025-02-28). Avalanche hits India's Uttarakhand, 57 workers buried, 16 rescued. gnnhd.tv 
Incident occurred in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand…
(2025-02-28). Trump urges reclamation of military gear left behind by US in Afghanistan. gnnhd.tv 
Experts argue that retrieving this equipment likely requires military intervention, which could amount to re-invasion of Afghanistan…
(2025-02-28). Afghanistan sets 273-run target for Australia in crucial Champions Trophy clash. gnnhd.tv 
This match is crucial for both teams, as win will send victorious team into semi-finals…
(2025-02-28). OpenAI launches GPT-4.5 with enhanced emotional intelligence, contextual understanding. gnnhd.tv 
Company states that users will feel like they are conversing with real person when interacting with it…
(2025-02-28). Gold prices decline by Rs2,500 per tola in Pakistan. gnnhd.tv 
Price of gold in international market decreases by $24, now standing at $2,863 per ounce…
(2025-02-28). Ramadan moon not sighted in Pakistan, first fast on March 2. gnnhd.tv 
No reports of moon's sighting from anywhere in country…
(2025-02-28). Ramadan begins in Saudi Arabia, first fast on Saturday. gnnhd.tv 
People in Saudi Arabia will observe their first fast tomorrow…
(2025-02-28). Nations agree to hard-fought nature funding plan at UN talks in Rome. scmp.com More than 140 countries at the Cop16 agree on a financing plan to help reverse dramatic losses in biodiversity.
(2025-02-28). Under pressure from Trump, Mexico sends drug cartel kingpins to US. scmp.com Mexico sends 29 cartel figures to the United States as a gesture to US President Donald Trump amid tariff threats.
(2025-02-28). Farage, Trump and how Far-Right lies trumped clichéd Left platitudes. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-28). How Trump's rejection of net zero exposes inconvenient truths. scmp.com While some might lament the shift away from global climate action, Trump's actions prompt reassessments of existing net-zero strategies.
(2025-02-28). UK Taxpayers' Cash Is Funding an Arms Firm Whose Biggest Shareholder Is Now Bankrolling Nigel Farage's Reform UK. bylinetimes.com As the UK Government commits to the biggest sustained increase in military spending since the Cold War, rising to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 and potentially 3% in the next parliament, one of the biggest beneficiaries is likely to be QinetiQ, a company that derives over 80% of its arms-related revenue from UK taxpayers alone. | Yet while the public foots the bill, the company's largest single shareholder, Christopher Harborne, is funnelling millions of his money into Reform UK. | In a Byline Times investigation that reveals the full extent of how taxpayer-funded arms contracts are helping bankroll Reform UK's politi…
(2025-02-28). False, Forbes, Climate Change Is Not Threatening Food Security. wattsupwiththat.com The real threat to food security isn't climate change, rather it is flawed reporting being used to encourage and provide cover for bad policies. Restrictive environmental regulations, misguided carbon reduction schemes, and anti-modern-agriculture policies pose a far greater danger to global food production than natural climate variability ever has.
(2025-02-28). Joining the resistance. anabaptistworld.org Like many Americans, I am appalled at President Trump's second term. I've been asking, "What does the resistance look like?" and "How do I join it?" As I imagine that, I see the image of a lone, unarmed Chinese man standing fearlessly in front of a tank moving through Tiananmen Square. On Feb. 8, I …
(2025-02-28). The Utter Mismanagement of HS2 Is Now Damaging the UK's Global Reputation, Say MPs. bylinetimes.com MPs have slammed the Department for Transport and HS2 for failing to have the necessary skills or capabilities to manage the HS2 rail project, which is now expected to cost £80 billion to complete the rump of the line from London to Birmingham – more than double the original cost of £37.5 billion for a full high speed line running from London to Manchester and Leeds. | MPs on the Commons Public Accounts Committee say the mismanagement of the project has reached such a level that the UK's global reputation for managing prestige projects has been badly tarnished. | Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown MP, Cons…
(2025-02-28). Collective effort needed to rear children as equals. sanews.gov.za Collective effort needed to rear children as equals | Deputy Minister in the department of Women, Youth and People with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike has called for a collective effort in raising children equally so as to dismantle historical injustices while also eradicating inequality. | The Deputy Minister was speaking during a panel discussion hosted by the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) on the importance of focusing on the boy child as part of the Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) prevention strategy. | She underscored the significance of all stakeholders in shaping a…
(2025-02-28). How the German Elections Were 'Successfully Manipulated' By Foreign Actors and AI-Generated Content. bylinetimes.com 
(2025-02-28). GBV to come to the fore at CGE conference. sanews.gov.za GBV to come to the fore at CGE conference | A men's engagement conference seeking to address gender-based violence and promote a shift towards healthy masculinity is set to be held next week. | The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) will hold the conference in KwaZulu-Natal on Tuesday. | The session will be held in collaboration with the men's sector and other stakeholders to address gender-based violence (GBV) and promote collaborative solutions across communities. | "The conference, amongst others, seeks to facilitate an open and constructive dialogue on GBV and its root causes, promote a shift towards health…
(2025-02-28). KZN flood victims moved to temporary accommodation. sanews.gov.za KZN flood victims moved to temporary accommodation | Victims of the recent Durban floods have been moved to temporary emergency accommodation, the Ministry of Human Settlements said on Friday. | This as the province of KwaZulu-Natal has been experiencing inclement weather. | A joint operation by the three spheres of government, namely the national and provincial Departments of Human Settlements, and eThekwini Municipality saw 47 households being moved to a temporary emergency accommodation on Thursday. | In its statement, the department said residents were moved from a mass care centre. | Earlier in the week, Hum…
(2025-02-28). Montana weather event confirmed as a landspout. sanews.gov.za Montana weather event confirmed as a landspout | Analysis of the recent destructive weather event in Montana, north of Pretoria, has been confirmed as a landspout and not a tornado. | This as the South African Weather Service (SAWS) conducted a thorough analysis of the destructive weather event that took place on Tuesday, 18 February. | "Following the analysis, which included visits to the site of the event and a close study of high-resolution satellite images of the event, among other things, the SAWS has concluded that the event was, in fact, a landspout as opposed to a tornado," the weather service said on Fri…
(2025-02-28). Warrant officer nabbed for firearms, ammunition. sanews.gov.za Warrant officer nabbed for firearms, ammunition | A police officer arrested for the alleged illegal possession of two firearms and ammunition, is expected to appear in the Odendaalsrus Magistrates Court today, said the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation (HAWKS). | According to the Hawks in the Free State, in January this year, Welkom-based Hawks detectives received information about a man who kept unpermitted firearms at his house. The said house was observed and confirmed as belonging to the 53-year-old suspect. | "After obtaining a search and seizure warrant, a multi-faceted team of the Hawks, Tactic…
(2025-02-28). Jamaican Diana McCaulay's latest novel discusses enduring issues of family, land and identity. globalvoices.org The narrative is infused with local folklore, customs, the beauty of the natural world and the Patwa expressions of JamaicaOriginally published on The
(2025-02-28). CEPR Sanctions Watch February 2025. cepr.net
(2025-02-28). Deadline won't be extended for spaza shops to register. sanews.gov.za Deadline won't be extended for spaza shops to register | Spaza shop owners and vendors have until the end of the day to complete their registration, after which unregistered businesses may face penalties. | "Following several engagements within the IMC [Inter-Ministerial Committee] and in consultation with the President, a decision has been taken not to extend the deadline of the 28th February 2025, as ample time was given to business owners to comply with the Presidential directive," NATJOINTS said on Friday. | Meanwhile, the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on foodborne illnesses and illicit goods expressed sa…
(2025-02-28). KZN aims to attract investment while also creating jobs. sanews.gov.za KZN aims to attract investment while also creating jobs | The KwaZulu-Natal province aims to secure an additional R4 billion in investments in the 2025/26 financial year and create 5 000 potential jobs, Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli said on Friday. | This is after the KZN Investment Conference held in November 2024 resulted in R75.8 billion in investment pledges, including major projects like the Westown mixed-use development in Shongweni and SAPPI Southern Africa upgrades. | Delivering the State of the Province Address (SOPA), the Premier outlined a bold future for the province. | Ntuli began by honouring the memory o…
(2025-02-28). How to Turn an "Economic Blackout" Into an All-Out War on Corporate Power. theintercept.com Americans who couldn't defeat President Donald Trump in the voting booth are planning on Friday to fight back — with their pocketbooks. | Schwarz said the boycott is meant to send a message to "the elite" that everyday people hold the economi…
(2025-02-28). 'If Labour Is Serious About Overhauling Disability Benefits It Must Stop Letting Employees Work People Into Sickness'. bylinetimes.com Juana is a 56-year old cleaner from Colombia. Every day, Juana wakes up in her flat in Brixton at 4am and takes two buses to work. Her first shift is early, but at least it's contracted, from 6am to 9am, at a central London university. | After punching out, she takes another bus to her second job, on a zero-hour contract. She finishes at 2pm and sneaks a nap in an empty meeting room or cafe. | At 5: 30pm, Juana goes back to the university for her final job of the day. She works until 11: 30pm and returns home at 12: 30, knowing she will only get three and a-half hours of sleep before she has to wake up again.
(2025-02-28). CARTOONS: Mark David is maximising efficiency. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-02-28). Emphasis on French and English accelerates decline of local language in Benin. globalvoices.org
(2025-02-28). Rain, snowfall in Punjab, KP, Astore and Azad Kashmir, tourists stranded. gnnhd.tv 
Around 200 tourists stranded in the Lipa Valley and Kel Seri areas of Azad Kashmir…
(2025-02-28). Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to meet today to sight Ramadan moon. gnnhd.tv 
Central committee will announce whether moon has been sighted or not…
(2025-02-28). Two more polio cases reported in Pakistan. gnnhd.tv 
This is third polio case from Sindh and first from Punjab…
(2025-02-28). IHC working hours for Ramadan released. gnnhd.tv 
Courts in single bench will work from 9: 30am to 11: 30am during Ramadan…
(2025-02-28). Is Hong Kong's population stabilising? No, but there's room to grow. scmp.com As the city's natural population growth rate decreases, we can still ensure that enough local and foreign talent call Hong Kong home.
(2025-02-28). MAGA Visionaries Try to Out Sieg Heil Each Other. pressenza.com Well that didn't take long. Never to be outdone by his rival Elon Musk, who flashed a Heil Hitler salute a few weeks ago, Steve Bannon just gave his version, looking far more comfortable—as if he practiced in front of a mirror—than Musk with that rictus smirk twisting his face. | By David Breitkopf | Every day another democratic norm is crushed beneath Trump's lifts, and even nearsighted Americans can make out the dictatorship at the end of the tunnel, so it's time, the top MAGA visionaries deemed, to unveil symbolically the latent truth of the movement. | For a long time it was that weird hand sign[md…
(2025-02-28). US judge block Trump administration's call for mass firings of federal workers, calls it 'unlawful'. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A federal judge in San Francisco has temporarily blocked Donald Trump administration's directives to federal agencies to carry out mass firings of recently hired employees as part of the government's drive to downsize the capacity. | District Judge William Alsup observed that mass firings of probationary employees were likely unlawful as the US Office of Personnel Management lacked the power to order federal agencies to fire any workers, granting relief to a coalition of labour unions and organisations that opposed the move in court. | "Office of Personnel Management (OPM) does not have any author…
(2025-02-28). Mount Vesuvius eruption turned man's brain into glass. Here's how it happened. scmp.com The disaster that obliterated two cities also created the intense heat and rapid cooling behind the one-of-a-kind transformation.
(2025-02-28). Electricity is more dangerous than you think. expose-news.com Alternating current or AC electric fields are invisible, physical fields of electromagnetic radiation that are present if there is electricity available. The electricity doesn't have to be used, just available to be …
(2025-02-28). 'Reform's Policies Are Dangerously Out of Step With Public Opinion and It's Time the Media Started Scrutinising Them'. bylinetimes.com In just one short month, the world has watched with mounting horror as
(2025-02-28). Good Riddance to Bad Rubbish: Why the Five Eyes Alliance Should Be Dismantled. sputnikglobe.com UK media have reported that senior Trump advisor Peter Navarro lobbied his boss to cut Canada out of the Five Eyes intel-sharing network. Navarro rejected the report. But given the harm the intel coalition has done to Trump, Americans and relations with allies, removing members or dismantling the organization wouldn't be a bad idea. Here's why.
(2025-02-28). Kurdish militant chief Ocalan's peace call prompts hope, scepticism in Turkey. defenddemocracy.press Abdullah Ocalan's call for the PKK to end its decades-long armed struggle against Turkey has prompted both hope and scepticism. The New Arab Staff & Agencies 28 February, 2025 Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan's call from prison for his Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) to lay down arms sparked both hope and scepticism in Turkey on Thursday, while analysts linked it to …
(2025-02-28). How to Really Resist. theintercept.com Safety net programs like Medicaid and SNAP are in peril after the House Republicans passed a budget resolution this week that proposes massive $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, alongside $2 trillion in spending reductions. The While the Republicans claim they won't cut these programs, they are simultaneously setting up eventual changes. House Speaker Mike Johnson charact…
(2025-02-28). As the Crescent Moon Appears, The Media Line Sends Ramadan Greetings. themedialine.org 
(2025-02-28). SATIRE: Andrew Tate Grabs Some Romanians From Airport Gift Shop. theonion.com
(2025-02-28). SATIRE: Cardinal With 3-Foot Vertical Leap Emerges As Frontrunner In Papal Combine. theonion.com VATICAN CITY—Revealing that he had quickly distinguished himself at the four-day invitation-only event, Vatican sources confirmed Friday that Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, a 75-year-old American prelate with a 3-foot vertical leap, had emerged as the frontrunner in the Papal Combine. "The College of Cardinals has produced some strong prospects this time around, but Dolan's basilica …
(2025-02-28). SATIRE: Lockheed Martin Develops Giant Tactical Rubber Spider. theonion.com BETHESDA, MD—Ushering in a new, highly advanced era of creepy-crawly warfare, defense contractor Lockheed Martin announced Friday that it had developed a giant tactical rubber spider. "With the introduction of this state-of-the-art rubber spider and its highly realistic, blood-curdling fangs, the face of combat has changed forever," said CEO James Taiclet, explaining that the long-range, …
(2025-02-28). SATIRE: 'Maybe Hot Dog Will Make Wife Feel Better,' Thinks Husband No Closer To Fixing Things. theonion.com CLEVELAND—In a well-meaning but ultimately futile attempt at emotional support, Chuck Fineman, a local husband who was no closer to fixing things, was thinking "Maybe hot dog will make wife feel better," sources confirmed Friday. "Hot dog tastes good, and wife likes things that taste good," Fineman reportedly thought to himself, putting together a plan …
(2025-02-28). Death of Gene Hackman, wife and dog deemed 'suspicious' – pills found scattered. scmp.com Questions swirl around the deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa as details of the scene trickle out.
(2025-02-28). Sigma's BF is a minimalist full-frame camera with no memory card slot. gnnhd.tv 
Sigma has announced a new compact 24.6-megapixel full-frame camera called the BF with a clean, minimalist design featuring just four button controls and a dial. The BF's body is milled from a single block of aluminum, its user interface has been redesigned wi…
(2025-02-28). Ember's high-tech smart mug has fallen to its lowest price to date. gnnhd.tv 
Warm beverages are a winter staple, particularly when the flu is making the rounds. Keeping your favorite drinks warm is a battle if you're not one to chug; however, the Verge-favorite Ember Mug 2 lets you sip and savor your beverage of choice at the ideal te…
(2025-02-28). The surprising security pitfalls of read receipts. gnnhd.tv 
For a decade, my wife's read receipts have been on without her knowing it. She kept checking her phone's settings to see if they were turned off, and they were. But every time I sent her a text, I'd see that my message got delivered, and what time she read it…
(2025-02-28). Trump's firing of high-ranking military officials, explained. gnnhd.tv 
(2025-02-28). Ukraine War Day #1101: The Curious Case Of General Surovikin. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
(2025-02-28). Reciprocal tariffs are nothing short of an attack on world trade. scmp.com Trump's tariff agenda undermines the trading norms the US helped set up and could force others to follow suit or suffer the consequences.
(2025-02-28). U.S. tariffs expected to hit Canadian auto industry. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods are set to take place on March 4. | Economists warn that the 25 percent tariffs will have a major impact on the Canadian economy. | The auto industry is expected to be the most impacted. | CGTN's Dan Williams reports from Ottawa.
(2025-02-28). Germany elections and the rise of nationalism. unitedworldint.com Results and prospects for politics. By Ali Mercan The German elections have provided concrete evidence of the growing global phenomenon we have been describing as "the decline of the Atlantic and the rise of Eurasia". Movements of anti-imperialism, national sovereignty and independence have been gaining momentum across Asia, Africa, and South America. What the German …
(2025-02-28). The Magic Triangle. unitedworldint.com Details of the deepening alliance between Pakistan, Azerbaijan and Türkiye.: | : | by Dure Akram, Lahore / Pakistan | In recent weeks, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif of Pakistan has stepped into the spotlight with his strategic outreach to Central Asian nations, seeking to fortify economic ties and elevate Pakistan's standing within a dynamic regional trade framework. His visit to Baku—which resulted in several key agreements in trade and energy—marks a significant pivot in foreign policy, aimed at revitalizing long-standing relationships with vital partners. | During discussion…
(2025-02-28). 'It's all downside': Philly's housing market poised for pain if Trump imposes tariffs on Canada and Mexico, analysts say. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! In the coming days, President Donald Trump is expected to impose sweeping The controversial decision would have wide-ranging implications, including for big city…
(2025-02-28). AK Parti Sà∂zcàºsຠàáelik'ten ƒ∞mralƒ±'nƒ±n àßaƒürƒ±sƒ± sonrasƒ± ilk aà߃±klama: Terà∂rsàºz Türkiye'ye ula≈üma zamanƒ± geldi. img.piri.net 
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(2025-02-28). University of Delaware study reveals 2,000 century-old lead pipes in Wilmington. What happens next? whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Hidden beneath Wilmington's streets for nearly a century, lead pipes have quietly carried water through thousands of homes. But thanks to a recent effort led by University of Delaware researchers and students, the city now has a clearer picture of how widespread the old pipes are, and what needs to happen next. | A team of environmental engineering students, working under Gerald Kauffman, director of the University of Delaware Water Resources Center, conducted careful resear…
(2025-02-28). Haddon Township residents and officials rally behind restaurant owners arrested by ICE. whyy.org 
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Camden County officials and community members stood outside of the Jersey Kabob restaurant in Haddon Township, New Jersey on Thursday denouncing the arrest of the restaurant's owner and his wife by federal immigration officials. | "We couldn't ask for better people to be in our community, better people to have a business in our community. And it truly is a tragedy," said Haddon Township Mayor Randall Teague. "The entire community, the entire area, feels…
(2025-02-28). Getting out (in front) of DOGE. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2025-02-28). Philadelphia Flower Show, Mardi Gras and an Oscars party in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
Delaware Valley residents are fortunate that various arts and culture events are the norm. But with so many options, some weekends make it hard to choose which one to partake in. This is one of those weekends, so plan accordingly. "King Hedley II," the '80s-era play in August Wilson's American Century Cycle, opens at the Arden this week. | After being closed for repairs for five years, the Marian Anderson Museum is reopening this weekend with a Sunday gala as part of the festivities. The AzukaFest and Philly Grit are showcasing new theater artists and edgy productions. Hollywood comes to the city as the Philadelp…
(2025-02-28). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-02-28). Abdullah àñcalan: 'The PKK has reached the end of its life cycle and should be dissolved'. links.org.au 
From prison on Imrali Island, Abdullah àñcalan has issued a call to members of the Kurdistan Workers' Party to lay down their arms and dissolve the organisation.
(2025-02-28). Fashion on Fifth: Boots, boots, boots. newschoolfreepress.com Every fashion enthusiast knows that Fifth Avenue is one of the best places to go shopping. But here at The New School, Fifth Avenue is more than that — it's a runway. From statement bags to standout shoes, Fashion on Fifth is here to give you weekly, front-row access to some of The New School's …
(2025-02-28). Tongan advocates condemn Treaty Principles Bill, slam colonisation. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Khalia Strong of Pacific Media Network Tongan community leaders and artists in New Zealand have criticised the Treaty Principles Bill while highlighting the ongoing impact of colonisation in Aotearoa and the Pacific. Oral submissions continued this week for the public to voice their view on the controversial proposed bill, which aims to redefine the…
(2025-02-28). America's avocado obsession is destroying Mexico's forests. Is there a fix? grist.org 
Avocados are entrenched in American cuisine. The rich, creamy fruit, swaddled in a coarse skin, is often smashed into guacamole, slathered on toast, or minced into salads. | The nation's demand for Persea americana has
(2025-02-28). Farmers depend on climate data. They're suing the USDA for deleting it. grist.org 
In late January, the director of digital communications at the U.S. Department of Agriculture sent an email to staff instructing them to remove agency web pages related to climate change by the end of the following day. | Peter Rhee, the communications head, also told staff members to flag web pages that mention climate change for review and make recommendations to the agency on how to handle them. The new policy was The result is that an unknown number of web pages — including some…
(2025-02-28). Türkiye'de i≈üsizlik oranƒ± ocakta yàºzde 8,4'e geriledi. img.piri.net 
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(2025-02-28). Bakan Kacƒ±r: Türkiye kàºresel inovasyon yarƒ±≈üƒ±nda à∂ncàº. img.piri.net Bakan Kacƒ±r, sosyal medya hesabƒ±ndan yaptƒ±ƒüƒ± aà߃±klamada, "Londra Borsasƒ±'nda dàºzenlenen GlobalTàºrk 2025 etkinliƒüinde, àºlkemizin sanayi ve teknoloji alanƒ±ndaki yàºkseli≈üini ve yatƒ±rƒ±m fƒ±rsatlarƒ±nƒ± payla≈ütƒ±m. Son 22 yƒ±lda àºretim kapasitesini 3,3 katƒ±na yàºkselten, yàºksek ve orta-yàºksek teknoloji ihracatƒ±nƒ&pl…
(2025-02-28). More than 260 Rohingya refugees arrive in Indonesia. presstv.ir More than 260 Rohingya refugees have arrived in Indonesia's westernmost province of Aceh after floating at sea for days.
(2025-02-28). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-02-28). Aerial shots of damage caused by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California. presstv.ir Aerial shots show the destruction of a wide range of houses by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California.
(2025-02-28). 'Un-American,' 'Help people already here'- birthright citizenship debate divides NY. presstv.ir With the new administration of Trump rolling out immediate policy pushes on immigration, reaction on the street ran the gamut from horror to firm support.
(2025-02-28). The Importance of Truthfulness — By Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali [Part 7]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Al-Allamah Rabee bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali, may Allah preserve him, continued…. Kab, may Allah be pleased with him, said: When this news reached me that Allah's Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, was on his way back from Tabuk, I was …
(2025-02-28). UAE petrol dips, gold soars in March 2025. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – UAE Fuel Price Committee announced petrol prices for March 2025. Prices are recording a slight decrease compared to February 2025. The new prices will apply tomorrow, 1st of March 2025.Petrol Prices for March 2025 in UAE: Super 98 petrol will cost Dh2.73 per liter, compared to Dh2.74 in February. While Special 95 Petrol will cost Dh2.61 per liter, compared to Dh2.63 last month. E-Plus 91 Petrol will be charged for Dh2.54, compared to Dh2.55 a liter in February. | Furthermore, diesel will be charged for Dh2.77 compared to Dh2.82 in February. | Petrol prices are constantly going through hikes and…
(2025-02-28). Can Yaman promotes 'Sandokan' in London as first poster is revealed. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Can Yaman promotes Sandokan in London as first poster debuts.Can Yaman, a well-known actor, traveled to London to promote the Sandokan television series. Recently, the Sandokan series poster emerged, showcasing prominent figures such as Ed Westwick from "Gossip Girl" and John Hannah from the "The Mummy" movie series. the well-known actor who began his career in Turkey and then pursued it in Italy, traveled to London to promote the series.THE SANDOKAN SERIES IN LONDON?Can Yaman plays the lead in this Jan Maria Michelini-directed film. The well-known actor has opened himself to the globe, and his career…
(2025-02-28). E≈üref Ràºya first episode trailer: àáaƒüatay Ulusoy & Demet àñzdemir shine in new series. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – E≈üref Ràºya's first episode trailer unveils intense drama, starring àáaƒüatay Ulusoy and Demet àñzdemir.E≈üref Ràºya is preparing to address the crowd. With its compelling plot and stellar cast, the series, which stars àáaƒüatay Ulusoy and Demet àñzdemir, is having a significant impact. Kanal D will air the series' trailer, which has already generated significant interest.Ethem àñzƒ±≈üƒ±k and Lokman Maral wrote the series' script, which was directed by Uluàß Bayraktar and pro…
(2025-02-28). Gene Hackman's daughter speaks out, reveals actor's condition before death. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Gene Hackman's youngest daughter spoke up about her father's condition in the months leading up to his death.In a "couple of months" prior to their deaths, Leslie Anne Hackman, 58, disclosed on Thursday that she "hadn't talked" to the Oscar winner and her stepmother, Hackman's wife Betsy Arakawa. However, she claimed that the "Unforgiven" star was "in very good physical condition" until the very end.On Wednesday, Hackman, Arakawa, and one of their three dogs were discovered dead at their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home after a maintenance worker became alarmed after failing to contact the couple.Hackman was…
(2025-02-28). Ramadan 2025 begins in Saudi Arabia Saturday; India, Pakistan to fast from Sunday: Live Updates. ummid.com Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Turkey, Jordan and other Arab states will sight the Ramadan 2025 Moon (Ramadan Moon Sighting 1446) today i.e. Friday February 28, 2025 and confirm the beginning of the Holy Month of Fasting.
(2025-02-28). Bangladesh's 90-day offer to Starlink boss Elon Musk. ummid.com Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor of the Interim Government in Bangladesh, has invited Elon Musk to come and launch Starlink Satellite Internet Service in the country in 90 days.
(2025-02-28). Crackdown on Illegal Intruders: Amit Shah's Directive to Delhi Police. devdiscourse.com Union Home Minister Amit Shah issued a directive urging the Delhi Police to clamp down on networks enabling the illegal entry of Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, labeling it a significant national security threat. The directive was part of a larger meeting evaluating Delhi's law-and-order landscape.
(2025-02-28). Ramadan 2025 Moon Sighting Today: Live Updates. ummid.com Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Turkey, Jordan and other Arab states will sight the Ramadan 2025 Moon (Ramadan Moon Sighting 1446) today i.e. Friday February 28, 2025 and confirm the beginning of the Holy Month of Fasting.
(2025-02-28). CDL director Philip Yeo says Sherman Kwek's statement an 'attempt to distract' from issues. channelnewsasia.com CEO Sherman Kwek should focus on making back S$1.9 billion in losses, says Philip Yeo, who is among the minority directors led by Kwek Leng Beng.
(2025-02-28). Sainz criticises 'ridiculously little' pre-season testing. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Simeone hails Griezmann's impact as Atletico eye crucial Bilbao clash. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Malaysia's FGV Holdings expects higher profit margins in 2025. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Thai panel picks government candidate for central bank board chair, sources say. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Two dozen arrested for distributing AI-generated child abuse images. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). The MoonSwatch 1965, a tribute to the Omega Speedmaster's NASA history. channelnewsasia.com A new MoonSwatch for space history buffs.
(2025-02-28). Vouchers not a long-term solution, government spending much more on structural programmes: PM Wong. channelnewsasia.com The more sustainable way to tackle the cost of living is to ensure that Singaporeans enjoy higher real incomes, supported by a strong economy and productivity gains, says Prime Minister Lawrence Wong after a three-day debate on the Budget.
(2025-02-28). GST hike did not 'turbocharge' inflation as WP chief asserted; figure fell in both years of tax increase: PM Wong. channelnewsasia.com Singapore would have ended up with fiscal deficits last year and for this year's projected balance, without the Goods and Services Tax increase and unexpected rise in corporate income tax collections, said Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong.
(2025-02-28). CNA938 to offer more 'hyper-local' content to better engage Singapore audiences. channelnewsasia.com The Mediacorp news radio station will also feature more business news and increase content focusing on personal finance and health and wellness.
(2025-02-28). Hume station opens after years of 'patience and perseverance' from residents. channelnewsasia.com Work to fully equip the station for operations began in January 2021, and Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat announced last month that the station will open ahead of schedule on Feb 28.
(2025-02-28). Mother, son each jailed 2 weeks for lying to IRAS over '99-to-1' property purchase. channelnewsasia.com Each of the accused pleaded guilty in the first prosecution of its kind.
(2025-02-28). About 50 individuals excluded yearly from acquiring 'soldiering' skills due to security screening: Ng Eng Hen. channelnewsasia.com Those picked up by screening efforts are excluded from "roles where they can acquire skills or gain access to information or equipment that pose a threat", says Singapore's defence minister.
(2025-02-28). MND Permanent Secretary Ow Foong Pheng to retire after 38 years in public service. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Police officer who took bribes from repeat immigration offender found guilty. channelnewsasia.com Poo Tze Chiang solicited S$36,000 in bribes from an immigration offender, but did not deliver on his promises.
(2025-02-28). Singapore's total fertility rate stays at historic low of 0.97 in 2024. channelnewsasia.com Singapore's total fertility rate used to receive a boost in Dragon years, but that was not the case in 2024.
(2025-02-28). Singapore on track to reach 2030 solar deployment goal, remains 'fully committed' to climate action: Teo Chee Hean. channelnewsasia.com "In this transition to a low-carbon future, we will have to explore multiple, sometimes overlapping pathways so that we can find the right mix," says Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean.
(2025-02-28). Isak's injury is not long-term, says Newcastle boss Howe. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Manager Nielsen proud of Japan after SheBelieves win over US. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Tempo di martello? Hamilton learning new lingo at Ferrari. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Pope rests as Vatican reports new improvement. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-02-28). Mystery Surrounds the Deaths of Legendary Actor Gene Hackman and Wife. devdiscourse.com Mystery deepens in the deaths of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, found lifeless in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home. Preliminary autopsy results indicate that carbon monoxide poisoning didn't cause their demise, but the investigation is far from over.
(2025-02-28). Language Row Escalates in Tamil Nadu: A Tug of War Over NEP and Two-Language Policy. devdiscourse.com In Tamil Nadu, the language debate intensified as state Governor R N Ravi's support for the National Education Policy (NEP) drew criticism from the ruling DMK party. Chief Minister M K Stalin firmly opposed the alleged imposition of a third language, citing it as unnecessary for the state's educational framework.
(2025-02-28). Bollywood Peace: Ranaut and Akhtar Settle Defamation Dispute. devdiscourse.com In a significant mediation outcome, Bollywood personalities Kangana Ranaut and Javed Akhtar have amicably settled their long-standing defamation dispute, concluding a five-year legal saga. Ranaut, a BJP MP, issued an unconditional apology for the statements made against Akhtar, withdrawing her claims and assuring she would not repeat them.
(2025-02-28). Odia Cinema Mourns the Loss of Iconic Actor Uttam Mohanty. devdiscourse.com Renowned Odia actor Uttam Mohanty, revered for his extensive contributions to Indian cinema, was laid to rest at Bhubaneswar's Satya Nagar crematorium, drawing hundreds of adoring fans and industry swansongs. His son, superstar Babushan, ignited the funeral pyre amidst emotional chants as state officials honored the actor's influential career with a guard of honor.
(2025-02-28). Delhi Assembly Tension: 21 AAP MLAs Suspended Amid Controversy. devdiscourse.com In a controversial move, 21 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs have been suspended from the Delhi Assembly, a decision Speaker Vijender Gupta insists is rooted in parliamentary rules and precedents. The suspension has been described as an 'injustice to opposition' by AAP leader Atishi, who argues it undermines democratic values.
(2025-02-28). AIADMK Joins All-Party Delimitation Talks. devdiscourse.com The opposition AIADMK will join an all-party meeting organized by the Tamil Nadu government on March 5, according to the party's general secretary, Edappadi K Palaniswami. This gathering is crucial as it addresses delimitation concerns potentially affecting the state's parliamentary seats.
(2025-02-28). The Curious Case of the Missing Wheels: AAP Leader's Social Media Revelation. devdiscourse.com Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Avadh Ojha reported a notable theft incident on social media, where thieves allegedly stole all four tyres from his car in Delhi's Patparganj area.
(2025-02-28). Jos Buttler Steps Down Amidst England's ICC Challenges. devdiscourse.com Jos Buttler, the wicketkeeper-batter for England, announced his resignation as the team's limited-overs captain on Friday. This comes in the wake of England's early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy.
(2025-02-28). Nabard Boosts Priority Sector Lending in West Bengal by Over 20%. devdiscourse.com The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Nabard) announced on Friday an increase in the priority sector lending target for West Bengal, raising it by 20.63% to Rs 3.80 lakh crore for the 2025-26 financial year (FY'26). This substantial boost reflects Nabard's approach in preparing potential linked credit plans for each district, ensuring the facilitation of financial resources to the priority sector.
(2025-02-28). Market Mayhem: Investor Wealth Plunges Rs 9 Lakh Crore. devdiscourse.com Investors faced a tumultuous day as their wealth dwindled by Rs 9 lakh crore, following a drastic 1,414-point drop in the Sensex on Friday. Global market woes, including fresh tariff threats, have spurred fears of an escalating trade war, analysts observed.
(2025-02-28). EU Applauds PKK Leader's Call for Disarmament. devdiscourse.com The European Union expressed support on Friday for Abdullah Ocalan, the incarcerated leader of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), following his call for the group to end its armed conflict.
(2025-02-28). Swift Rescue Operation Saves Lives in Mumbai High-Rise Fire. devdiscourse.com In a tense morning operation, over 50 individuals were rescued from a fire in a high-rise building in Mumbai's Byculla area. The fire erupted precisely at 10.45 am on the 42nd floor of one of the twin Salette 27 towers, officials reported.
(2025-02-28). Stock Markets React to Inflation Data and Trade Tensions. devdiscourse.com U.S. stock index futures experienced modest growth on Friday as investors keenly awaited significant inflation data. The Personal Consumption Expenditure index, favored by the Federal Reserve, is expected to reflect a 2.5% rise in January, guiding upcoming monetary policy moves.
(2025-02-28). Deputy Head of Hezbollah's Executive Council Sheikh Ali Daamoush addresses mourners of Sayyed Nasrallah and Sayyed Safieddine: You have once again astonished the world with your solemn presence on the funeral day. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-28). Sheikh Daamoush: Through their powerful presence at the funeral of the two martyred Sayyeds, our people sent a clear message, they remain steadfast on the battlefield. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-28). PM Nawaf Salam from Tyre: Rebuilding destroyed homes and ensuring a dignified return for our people is a top government priority. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-28). Head of Hezbollah Juristic Council Sheikh Mohammad Yazbek deplores absence of state officials from the funeral of 130 martyrs in Aitaroun and Aita Al-Shaab. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-02-28). Dubai Police launch awareness campaign against begging. geo.tv 
(2025-02-28). Saudi Arabia, UAE to observe first fast tomorrow as Ramadan moon sighted. geo.tv 
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(2025-02-28). NSW Greens introduce abortion access bill. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Penalty rates under threat from retailers, Coalition. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Plibersek must not allow Woodside to destroy Burrup Hub. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Police and synagogue attendees shaken to the core by democracy. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Public housing residents will resist Waterloo demolition 'tooth and nail'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Rally condemns politicians' selective concern on racist attacks. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). WA Labor set for victory despite bad record on environment, housing. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Why the Whyalla steelworks must be publicly owned. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Green Left Show #51: Protect trans youth. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-02-28). Donald Trump Leaves Keir Starmer & Reporters In Splits; 'He Tried Very Hard…' | Watch. hindustantimes.com US President Donald Trump left UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in splits during a joint presser at the White House on Thursday afternoon. Trump said Starmer tried very hard to persuade him not to impose tariffs on imports from the UK. This after Starmer said the two administrations will work on reaching an economic deal between the two countries. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-02-28). On Cam: JD Vance Shames UK PM To His Face During Trump Meet, Days After Attacking Europe | Starmer. hindustantimes.com US Vice President JD Vance called out UK Minister Keir Starmer during a press conference on Thursday over "infringements on free speech." On February 14, Vance, during his remarks at the Munich Security Conference, urged European nations to uphold free speech and protect fundamental values. Watch this video to know UK PM Keir Starmer's reaction to Vance's remark.
(2025-02-28). Trump Jokes On UK PM's Accent After Starmer Takes Out Special Envelope: 'Never Happened Before' | USA. hindustantimes.com US President Donald Trump accepted King Charles III's invitation letter for a state visit to the United Kingdom. The letter was handed over by the British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his meeting with Trump at the Oval Office. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-02-28). Enrico Dal Lago: Atlantic Histories. newleftreview.org How should Blackburn's slavery quintet be situated in relation to shifting historiographical paradigms of the Atlantic World, from the voyages of discovery to the age of Anglo-American predominance?
(2025-02-28). John Clegg: Roads To Freedom. newleftreview.org Opening a symposium on Robin Blackburn's The Reckoning, a probing examination of political agents and structuring conditions behind the late overthrow of slavery in the American South, Cuba and Brazil.
(2025-02-28). Malcolm Bull: Why Is There the Amount of Art That There Is? newleftreview.org If, since Duchamp, anything can be art, regardless of skill or vision, why isn't more of it produced? Drawing on Frank Knight's work on financial risk to probe the institutional theory of art, Malcolm Bull finds curious links with the worlds of cryptocurrency and NFTs.
(2025-02-28). Nancy Fraser: Slavery and Social Theory. newleftreview.org What questions for critical social theory are posed by the capitalist slave regimes of the Americas? An inquiry into the political, economic and social-reproductive dimensions of enslaved and 'doubly free' labour.
(2025-02-28). NLR Editors: Symposium: Introduction. newleftreview.org A discussion of Robin Blackburn's quintet on slavery in the Atlantic world: origins, rise, overthrow, legacy.
(2025-02-28). Robin Blackburn: Contradictions of Capital and Slavery: A Reply. newleftreview.org Responding to his interlocutors in NLR's symposium, Blackburn foregrounds the contradictions of capital and political rule in the Atlantic slave systems that opened space for class struggle.
(2025-02-28). How 'Muscular Christianity' Strove To Bring Men Back To Religion And What It Can Teach Us Today #'Muscular #Christianity' #Strove #Bring #Back #Religion #What #Teach #Today #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Most people recognise organisations such as the YMCA and the Boy Scouts, or events such as the Modern Olympic Games, summer camps and wilderness retreats. | Few, though, …
(2025-02-28). Fact Check: Has Saudi banned live broadcast of Taraweeh from Makkah, Madinah. ummid.com Viral posts on social media platforms claiming Saudi Arabia has banned live broadcasting of Taraweeh during Ramadan from the Two Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah are found to be fake after fact check analysis by Team ummid.com.
(2025-02-28). USTM founder Mahbubul Hoque's arrest smacks of political vendetta. ummid.com Mahbubul Hoque's detention comes in the wake of sustained accusations and allegations against the USTM, by the Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
(2025-02-28). 34 Prominent Muslim Reformers of The 20th Century. ummid.com Here is the list of 34 influential figures who, directly or indirectly, contributed to the advancement of science, the promotion of scientific temper, rational thought, intellectual inquiry, and interfaith relations within the Islamic world.
(2025-02-28). Darul Musannefin — Azamgarh's Pride. ummid.com Darul Musannefin, an institute established to propagate the rich cultural heritage of Urdu, Arabic and Persian texts through the institute's publications and magazine, was established in 1914 by Maulana Shibli Nomani…
(2025-02-28). ESA downgrades 2024 YR4 asteroid's chance to hit Earth. ummid.com In a major relief to sky gazers, the European Space Agency (ESA) has lowered the chances of asteroid 2024 YR hitting Earth to almost 0.
(2025-02-28). Ramadan 2025 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia, India Friday. ummid.com Saudi Arabia, Moon Sighting Committees in UAE, Qatar, India, Pakistan and other countries, have officially asked Muslims in the respective countries to spot the New Moon of Ramadan — the Holy Month of Fasting, on Friday 29th of Shaban 1446 AH, corresponding to February 28, 2025.
(2025-02-28). Saman Zehra of AMU bags Young Scientist Award. ummid.com Dr Saman Zehra, a researcher at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), has been awarded the prestigious Young Scientist Award at ICC 2025.
(2025-02-28). Zara Khan among ICSI CS 2024 Toppers, Check Full List. ummid.com Zara Khan Abdul Mabood has stood among the toppers of the CS December 2024 the result of which has been declared by Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) Tuesday.
(2025-02-28). Zhurong data traces ocean, beaches on Mars. ummid.com Data provided by the Chinese Mars rover Zhurong when analysed by a team of researchers revealed evidence indicating that the red planet once featured beaches, ocean with waves and wind.
(2025-02-28). Anam Zafar of MANUU bags AIR 1 in UGC NET JRF. ummid.com Anam Zafar, a student of Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), has secured All India Rank 1 in the UGC-NET JRF December 2024 examination.
(2025-02-28). Congress takes cudgels with Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. ummid.com The allegations against Assam Chief Minister and BJP show-boy in the east, Himanta Biswa Sarma are flying thick and fast in the northeast state, while the BJP is backing him for his anti-Muslim slurs and anti-Congress rants.
(2025-02-28). Now, Trump puts U.S. citizenship for sale. ummid.com In yet another move aimed at, what he called, making America great again, Donald Trump has literally put the U.S. Citizenship for sale.
(2025-02-28). CBSE Xth Date Sheet 2026 (Draft) Published, Check PDF Here. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has published the draft date sheet and time table of Class Xth (Class 10) Phase 1 and Phase 2 to be held in the year 2026.
(2025-02-28). CBSE 12th Date Sheet 2026 (Draft) Published, Check PDF Here. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has published the draft date sheet and time table of Class XIIth (Class 12) to be held in the year 2026.
(2025-02-28). GATE 2025 Answer Key Published. ummid.com The IIT Roorkee has released the Answer Key (Provisional) of Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2025) on its official website gate2025.iitr.ac.in.
(2025-02-28). Bihar 12th 2025 Answer Key Released, Result Soon. ummid.com The Bihar Board of Secondary Education (BSEB) has released the Answer Key (Answer Sheet) of 12th Board Exam 2025 and is likely to declare the result of Class 12th Intermediate 2025 Board exam soon.
(2025-02-28). Assam: USTM Chancellor Mahbubul Hoque arrested. ummid.com Mahbubul Hoque, Chancellor of University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM), has been arrested by Assam Police Saturday February 22, 2025.
(2025-02-28). NEP is regressive, won't implement it in TN: MK Stalin. ummid.com Reiterating his opposition to the National Education Policy 2020, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said he won't implement it in the state at any cost.
(2025-02-28). KOTIDO: 34 street children enrolled in school. independent.co.ug 
Kotido, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kotido district authorities have enrolled in school 34 street children who were rounded up in Kotido municipality. The operation followed a resolution that was passed by the District Security Committee. Charles Ichogor, the Kotido RDC said that the measures are meant to step up operations to eliminate children from …
(2025-02-28). Chief Risk Officer: dfcu Bank appoints Hope Lorna Nakhayenze. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | dfcu Bank has announced the appointment of Hope Lorna Nakhayenze as its new Chief Risk Officer, effective 1st March 2025. The Bank stated that in this role, she would be responsible for overseeing risk management under the direction of the Board Risk Committee. Nakhayenze brings over 17 years …
(2025-02-28). European countries vow retaliation against Trump's tariff threat. independent.co.ug 
BRUSSELS | Xinhua | Transatlantic trade tensions have escalated following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25 percent tariff on European imports, with European countries warning that Europe will react "firmly and immediately" against unjustified barriers. The tariff plan announced by Trump on Wednesday covers various European imports, including cars and other goods. Speaking …
(2025-02-28). Muhoozi appoints Col Deo Akiiki CDF Military Assistant. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Col Deo Asiimwe Akiiki, his military assistant. Col Akiiki has been the deputy Spokesperson of Uganda People Defence Forces (UPDF). Col Akiiki confirmed his appointment and stated: "Good afternoon, Comrades and members of the Fourth Estate. It is …
(2025-02-28). Ramadan Crescent sighted, fasting begins tomorrow. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Muslim holy month of Ramadan will officially begin on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the crescent moon, Dr. Ziyad Swalleh Lubanga, the Director of Sharia at the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC), announced. Dr. Lubanga confirmed that the moon, marking the start of the Islamic fasting …
(2025-02-28). Three dead after Lugogo accident. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Three people have been killed in an accident. The accident occurred on Friday afternoon at Lugogo on Jinja Road, next to the cricket oval. Eyewitnesses have told URN that a soda Fuso truck ferrying crates of soda, lost control and rammed into a box body truck. The truck …
(2025-02-28). Uganda lays ground work for Africa AI Summit in May at Speke Resort Munyonyo. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | George Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), has acknowledged the immense opportunities Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents, but stressed that Africa must proactively develop its own perspective rather than merely adopting western models. Nyombi Thembo said this as he delivered a keynote speech, emphasizing …
(2025-02-28). Airtel Money rewards hundreds in 'Pay and Win' back to school campaign. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the Airtel Money Back-to-School 'Pay and Win' campaign enters its final stretch, hundreds of parents and guardians have benefited, reinforcing Airtel Uganda's continued commitment to financial inclusion and convenience during the back-to-school season. Since its launch on 27th January 2025, the campaign has rewarded over 400 lucky winners, each …
(2025-02-28). Govt moots cadre course for journalists. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Plans are underway for media practitioners to undergo a mandatory cadre course at the National Leadership Institute in Kyankwanzi. This was revealed by the State Minister for Youth, Balaam Barugahara, at a closed-door stakeholders' meeting at the UCC headquarters on Thursday. According to Balaam, this training will help balance …
(2025-02-28). How local broadcasters are undermining Uganda's film industry. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | Mitchel Mwesigwa | One afternoon, while flipping through local Free-to-Air channels, I stumbled upon something unsettling—a Hollywood blockbuster, fresh from its Box Office release, airing on a local TV station. This wasn't a licensed pay-tv network or an exclusive streaming deal; it was piracy in broad daylight. In that moment, the gravity of …
(2025-02-28). Importance of expanding financial solutions for economic growth in Uganda. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | Gloria Kunihira Mujuni | Access to finance is a fundamental pillar for economic growth, yet many individuals, small businesses, and educational institutions in Uganda struggle with limited financial options. As Uganda continues to experience economic expansion, the role of financial institutions in providing diverse financial solutions—such as unsecured loans, asset financing, and insurance—becomes …
(2025-02-28). Muhoozi to meet media owners next week. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Chief of Defense Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has said he is going to meet with some of the media owners and managing directors next week. This development comes just a day after another meeting convened by the Uganda Communication Commission at the behest of Muhoozi. Writing on his …
(2025-02-28). Northern Corridor Integration Projects countries agree on joint broadcasting satellite. independent.co.ug 
Juba, South Sudan | THE INDEPENDENT | Dr. Aminah Zawedde, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT & National Guidance of the Republic of Uganda has chaired a two-day Northern Corridor Integration Projects (NCIPs) regional meeting on the establishment of a Regional Owned and Operated Communication and Broadcasting Satellite. The Juba meeting of Permanent …
(2025-02-28). Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo set for May 2025. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The highly anticipated 9th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2025 and the "Tell Your Story — Explore Uganda" campaign has been launched in Kampala this week. This premier tourism and travel trade show will take place from 21st to 24th May 2025, at the state-of-the-art Speke …
(2025-02-28). Tayebwa elected president of ACP States Joint Parliamentary Assembly. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has been elected President of the Organisation of Africa, Caribbean and Pacific States Parliamentary Assembly. His election, seconded by the Parliament of Uganda, marks a significant diplomatic achievement for Uganda. Tayebwa now automatically assumes the role of Co-chair of the Organisation of …
(2025-02-28). DRC: 11 killed, 65 injured in explosions after M23 rally in Bukavu. independent.co.ug 
KINSHASA | Xinhua | Several explosions killed at least 11 people and injured 65 others on Thursday in Bukavu in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), shortly after a political rally in support of the rebel March 23 Movement (M23). The latest casualties were confirmed by Corneille Nangaa, the political leader of the …
(2025-02-28). Health officials struggle to contain brucellosis in Karamoja. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Health officials in the Karamoja sub-region are struggling to treat and contain the spread of brucellosis, a zoonotic disease that affects both humans and livestock. The disease poses a serious threat to public health and economic stability in the predominantly pastoralist community, where livestock rearing is the main source …
(2025-02-28). US ends Baylor Uganda contract. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The United States Government has ceased the services of Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Uganda (Baylor-Uganda). This development comes a month after the United States government instituted a three-month halt on their foreign programmes, a move that they said was meant to realign their foreign policy. In a …
(2025-02-28). Nangs Are Popular With Young People. But Are They Aware Of The Serious Harms Of Nitrous Oxide? #Nangs #Popular #Young #People. #They #Aware #Serious #Harms #Nitrous #Oxide? #Factory #Output #Production #Appliance #Equipment. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Nitrous oxide also known as laughing gas or nangs is cheap, widely available and popular among young people. | Yet it often flies under the radar in public health …
(2025-02-28). CDF Gen Muhoozi Vows to Dismiss Corrupt Soldiers. plusnews.ug 
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has vowed to dismiss all corrupt soldiers, regardless of their rank, from the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) to maintain its dignity. Gen Muhoozi, who was closing a retreat on asset and inventory management, said soldiers with corrupt tendencies should quit UPDF before he lands on …
(2025-02-28). Dodds resigns from Starmer's Cabinet over international aid cut. skwawkbox.org 
Tiny sliver of principle, but Oxford East MP stuck with red Tory PM through assaults on kids, pensioners, the poor, sick and disabled and his abuse cover-ups Oxford East MP Anneliese Dodds has quit her two posts — development minister and women and equalities minister — in Keir Starmer's Cabinet over his decision to slash …
(2025-02-28). On The Line In The Battery Belt. levernews.com üîíThis is bonus material, for paid subscribers only, related to the story "
(2025-02-28). Francesca Albanese 'nervous' on visit to Germany as two venues cancel her speaking event. thecanary.co Francesca Albanese, the United Nations' Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, recently expressed concerns about freedom of expression during a visit to Germany. Francesca Albanese: 'lacking oxygen' in Germany During her stay, Albanese spoke at events that were initially scheduled at Munich's Ludwig Maximilian University and Berlin's Free University but were subsequently cancelled under […] | By
(2025-02-28). The UK government wants to sell fascistic Turkey 40 fighter jets — unsurprisingly. thecanary.co Campaigners are calling on the UK government to block moves to sell Turkey 40 Eurofighters following the latest repression by president Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan's government. Turkey: fascistic — but we'll still do a deal with them In recent weeks, the Turkish state detained 282 people including lawyers, journalists, and LGBTQ+ campaigners. A range of organisations were […] | By
(2025-02-28). Jeremy Corbyn to visit Southport mosque which was attacked in 2024 race riots. thecanary.co Former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn will be visiting Southport Mosque on Saturday 1 March with Assemble to launch the local platform Southport Community Independents. Jeremy Corbyn in Southport Southport's Valhalla Adventureland will host the launch party of Southport Community Independents on 1 March, with guests including independent MP Jeremy Corbyn and Andrew Feinstein in […] | By
(2025-02-28). Tuesday 3/4: Santa Cruz: Rise Against Tyranny! indybay.org Santa Cruz Town Clock, N. Pacific Ave & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2025-02-28). No big new revelations as US government releases Jeffrey Epstein files. scmp.com US Justice Department releases Epstein documents it says were mostly 'leaked' before.
(2025-02-28). Video: Trump tells humiliated Starmer 'That's enough' in press conference, UK media mask it. skwawkbox.org 
UK broadcasters claim orange one was talking to reporter who asked question. It's clear he wasn't Keir Starmer was humiliated by US far-right president Donald Trump during a press conference last night when Trump interrupted him mid-flow as Starmer grovelled and tried to ingratiate himself by claiming there's no real divide between the US and …
(2025-02-28). Bukavu Death Toll Reaches 13. plusnews.ug 
The death toll from bomb blasts that exploded on Thursday at a rally organized by the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel leaders in Bukavu city has risen to 13. M23 leaders led by Corneille Nangaa Yubeluo and Bertrand Bisimwa had organized a rally on Thursday at the Place de l'Indépendance grounds to celebrate 10 …
(2025-02-28). Col. Deo Akiiki Appointed CDF Military Assistant. plusnews.ug 
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Col Deo Asiimwe Akiiki, his military assistant. Col Akiiki has been the deputy Spokesperson of Uganda People Defence Forces (UPDF). Col Akiiki confirmed his appointment and stated: "Good afternoon, Comrades and members of the Fourth Estate. It is a bright Sunny Friday on this …
(2025-02-28). UPPA, MPs Demand Investigation into Injured Journalist. plusnews.ug 
The Uganda Parliamentary Press Association (UPPA) has called for an immediate investigation into the attack and injury of TOP Television journalist Ibrahim Miracle while covering the nomination of Kawempe North by-election candidates on Wednesday. In a statement issued by the UPPA President, Sam Ibanda Mugabi, the Association describes the attack as senseless violence, which is …
(2025-02-28). What Explains the Rise in Suicide Cases? plusnews.ug 
The 26% increase in suicide cases recorded by the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) in the last year has raised eyebrows. According to CID Director Tom Magambo, statistics show that 218 suicide cases were recorded in 2024, compared to 165 cases recorded in 2023. Most of the cases involved young people such as teenagers and young …
(2025-02-28). Myanmar journalist Sai Zaw Thaike repeatedly beaten, abused in prison. CPJ Staff
(2025-02-28). Andrew Feinstein insists a new left-wing party must be rooted in community engagement. thecanary.co At a recent conference, Andrew Feinstein spoke alongside other left-wing voices to answer the question "How does the left respond to the rise of the far right?" And he emphasised two key points. First, he stressed that strong "engagement with local communities" is key to building a popular mass movement. Secondly, he insisted that it's […] | By
(2025-02-28). Exploring the Wild West: History, Legends, and the Spirit of the Frontier. thecanary.co The Wild West, also known as the American Old West, is an era steeped in legends, adventure, and the pioneering spirit that shaped much of the United States during the 19th century. From cowboys and outlaws to gold rushes and railroad expansions, the Wild West has captivated the imagination of people around the world. This […] | By
(2025-02-28). The Environmental Cost of Fast Fashion: A Call for Conscious Consumerism. thecanary.co The fashion industry has become synonymous with quick production and consumption, often at the expense of the environment. This phenomenon, known as fast fashion, emphasises quick turnaround times and low costs, leading to significant ecological consequences. Though people want to follow fashion trends, people also want to diminish their environmental footprint. A Retro Tale: Redefining […] | By
(2025-02-28). DWP tried to silence whistleblower amid investigation into benefits chaos. thecanary.co The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has sparked controversy as it faces allegations of blocking a whistleblower from providing evidence to an independent review concerning the much-criticised Carer's Allowance scheme. DWP: an independent review into Carer's Allowance and a whistleblower This review has taken centre stage as it seeks to investigate the impact of […] | By
(2025-02-28). Michigan Man Cops Plea After Attacking And Hurling Racial Slurs At Black Man. newsone.com 
Wilfred Francis Hutson IV was arrested in Walker, Michigan, after he hurled racial slurs at a Black man, followed him, and attacked him.
(2025-02-28). Gold Cards: Trump Is Out Here Selling Citizenship Like He's In 'The Wire'. newsone.com 
Trump has been treating the White House like a trap house, he's now out here selling "Gold cards" like he's working a block.
(2025-02-28). Trump's Anti-DEI Guidance Could Forever Change Education In America. newsone.com 
The Trump administration's attacks on DEI have continued in the form of a "Dear Colleague" letter from the Department of Education.
(2025-02-28). Are You Joining The Economic Blackout? newsone.com 
The timing of the economic blackout is no coincidence.
(2025-02-28). How Chelsea Gordon's The Mothr Foundation Provides Crucial Support for Moms in Need. newsone.com 
Source: R1 Digital / Reach Media / R1 Digital / Reach Media | Beyonce Alowishus from The Rickey Smiley Morning Show sat down with Chelsea Gordon to highlight the incredible work she's doing with The Mothr Foundation. As moms themselves, they connected over the challenges of motherhood and the importance of a strong support system. Beyonce, who has children ages five and seven, and Chelsea, a mother to a two-year-old and a six-month-old, both understand firsthand how overwhelming parenting can be. This realization led Chelsea to create The Mothr Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping mothers in need by provi…
(2025-02-28). Kevin Liles Sued For Alleged Sexual Assault By Former Def Jam Records Assistant. newsone.com 
Kevin Liles will now have to clear his name in a court of law.
(2025-02-28). Trump Plans To Sign Executive Order Declaring English America's Official Language, White House Sources Say. newsone.com 
President Donald Trump is planning to sign a new Executive Order declaring English as the official language of America.
(2025-02-28). Anger over brutal Trump-Musk cuts erupts at town halls everywhere. peoplesworld.org While Republican U.S. House and Senate members rammed through a budget resolution that ruthlessly slashes Medicaid and other vital human services to fund massive tax cuts for plutocrats, they are hiding from growing anger among their constituents. Scenes from eight raucous Town Halls held last week went viral, and now GOP leadership is telling members …
(2025-02-28). Top economist tells Congress Trump-Musk policies risk increased inflation and recession. peoplesworld.org WASHINGTON—The economic policies of right-wing Republican President Donald Trump, the congressional Republican majority and their politicians' corporate and ideological backers risk both higher inflation and a recession, says Heidi Shierholz, president of the labor-backed Economic Policy Institute. She called that "a disgrace." Shierholz issued that warning at the end of her long written testimony to …
(2025-02-28). Translators for deaf seek support for unionization drive. peoplesworld.org WASHINGTON—Suppose you're sick, but you're also deaf, so you can't talk with your doctor, without help? That's where a translator steps in, using video relay services, a specialized form of communication which lets you talk to your doctor, and your doctor talk with you. How about if you need access to your bank account, but …
(2025-02-28). In Sri Lanka, the new government's policy: a lost historic opportunity. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-28). Trump, Musk dismantle the welfare state, fire federal workers— and they respond. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-28). France: A united response to the pro-austerity and racist government? internationalviewpoint.org After three motions of no confidence on 6 and 10 February, the French national assembly approved the state budget and the social security budget, which were hardly different from those presented by the then prime minister Barnier in the autumn of 2024. The current government, led by François Bayrou, which wants to reduce the public deficit to 5.4% of GDP by 2025, has cut the budgets of several ministries: public development aid, ecology, culture, agriculture, research and higher education. A few gestures on natural disaster prevention, the Green Fund and the budget for the French Overseas Territories. Loca…
(2025-02-28). Trump, Putin and the war in Ukraine: Europe's painful awakening to the rise of global Fascism. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-02-28). Support imprisoned comrade in Spanish state. internationalviewpoint.org In Spain, a comrade of Anticapitalistas is in prison for participating in a demonstration against the negationist extreme right. He is 27 years old, has been in prison for one year and still has four more years to go. | – |
(2025-02-28). Come l'Occidente tratta gli immigrati come semplici ingranaggi umani. strategic-culture.su Nella ricerca senza fine della massimizzazione del profitto, tutti sono sacrificati-immigrati e nativi allo stesso modo. | Segue nostro Abbiamo già commentato gli aspetti complicati e spesso disumani delle migrazioni di massa artificiali nel mondo contemporaneo, sottolineando anche l'ovvia correlazione tra l'incapacità di affrontare la questione e l'aumento dei sentimenti patriottici e identitari nei paesi più colpiti dall'immigrazione.
(2025-02-28). The Red State Workers Caught In Trump's EV Battle. levernews.com 
(2025-02-28). A Quantum Computing Startup Says It Is Already Making Millions Of Light-Powered Chips #Quantum #Computing #Startup #Already #Making #Millions #Light-Powered #Chips #Apple #Samsung #Google #AI #Chat #GPT #Cyber #Security. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | American quantum computing startup PsiQuantum announced yesterday that it has cracked a significant puzzle on the road to making the technology useful: manufacturing …
(2025-02-28). Australia's Retirement Savings Are Too Big To Invest At Home Here's Why Super Funds Are Looking To The US #Australia's #Retirement #Savings #Invest #Home #Here's #Super #Funds #Looking #Investment #Fund #Contract #Company #Employee. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | You might remember Pesto, the king penguin chick who became a star attraction at Melbourne Aquarium last year. Good food, good genes and a safe home let Pesto grow into a …
(2025-02-28). Africa's Newest Book Prize Is Named After Andree Blouin: Who Was She? #Africa's #Newest #Book #Prize #Named #Andree #Blouin: #She? #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Andre e Blouin was a political activist and writer from the Central African Republic. Until recently, her name hardly ever appeared in the grand narratives of Africa's …
(2025-02-28). Coastal Economies Rely On NOAA, From Maine To Florida, Texas And Alaska Even If They Don't Realize It #Coastal #Economies #Rely #NOAA, #Maine #Florida, #Texas #Alaska #Even #They #Don't #Realize #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Healthy coastal ecosystems play crucial roles in the U.S. economy, from supporting multibillion-dollar fisheries and tourism industries to protecting coastlines from …
(2025-02-28). Maple Seeds' Unique Spinning Motion Allows Them To Travel Far Even In The Rain, A New Study Shows #Maple #Seeds' #Unique #Spinning #Motion #Allows #Them #Travel #Even #Rain, #Study #Shows #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | When wind or other disturbances detach winged maple seeds called samaras from their parent tree, they spin through the air and can even spin when it's raining. Impacts …
(2025-02-28). How Evolution Might Explain Impatience #Evolution #Might #Explain #Impatience #Facebook #Twitter #Meta #Instagram #TikTok. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Nobody likes to wait, and we are willing to pay to avoid it. Expedited shipping, fast food and video streaming are all profitable because they reduce or eliminate that …
(2025-02-28). Emmanuel Macron Used Every Diplomatic Trick In The Book At The White House But Trump Writes His Own Rules #Emmanuel #Macron #Used #Every #Diplomatic #Trick #Book #White #House #Trump #Writes #Rules #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | If there was a book of diplomacy, then French president Emmanuel Macron threw it at US president Donald Trump in their joint press conference in Washington DC. Macron …
(2025-02-28). O Brasil e os BRICS: entre oportunidades e ambiguidades. strategic-culture.su
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(2025-02-28). Antes de que nos diéramos cuenta: Los ataques de día cero que podrían paralizar el mundo. cubadebate.cu Hola mis estimados lectores, øQué creen que pasaría si un hacker explota una vulnerabilidad en tu sistema operativo, tu correo electrónico o incluso en tu teléfono inteligente?, y lo hace precisamente antes de que los desarrolladores sepan que existe. Recientemente, la serie Zero Day, protagonizada por el famoso actor Robert De Niro, ha puesto este tema en el centro de la conversación pública.
(2025-02-28). Chapeando: La penúltima medida (+Podcast). cubadebate.cu Un odiador de origen cubano acaba de celebrar la penúltima medida de asfixia contra Cuba. Penúltima decimos porque cuando muchos creían que ya no era posible otra vuelta de tuerca al bloqueo, se conoció la medida motivo de alegría y celebración entre los odiadores. Se trata de cerrar hasta la mínima y más noble vía de ingresos para el país. Un tipo de ingreso que en primer lugar sirve para reponer o invertir en la Salud Pública cubana, que en medio de la más grandes carencias y las afectaciones más duras, sigue ofreciendo sus servicios gratuitamente.
(2025-02-28). Díaz-Canel chequea en Holguín producción alimentaria para autoabastecimiento. cubadebate.cu El primer secretario del Partido y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, realiza este viernes un recorrido por proyectos socioeconómicos en la provincia oriental de Holguín, que comenzó en el Centro Porcino de Marcané, ubicado en el municipio de Cueto. La producción de alimentos para el autoabastecimiento local fue el eje central de la visita, según detalló en redes sociales la Presidencia cubana.
(2025-02-28). La afectación al servicio eléctrico podría alcanzar los 1 625 MW durante el horario pico nocturno, según la UNE. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica informó a través de su página web que para este viernes se prevé una disponibilidad de 1 695 MW y una demanda máxima de 3 250 MW, lo que generaría un déficit de 1 555 MW. En ese contexto, precisó la fuente, la afectación durante el horario pico nocturno podría alcanzar los 1 625 MW, con mayor incidencia en la zona centro-oriental de la isla.
(2025-02-28). Ajuste a jubilados y represión: Crece el malestar social contra las políticas económicas de Milei. cubadebate.cu El presidente argentino Javier Milei aseguró el jueves que los jueces Ariel Lijo y Manuel García Mansilla, designados por decreto, se incorporarán este sábado a la Corte Suprema durante su discurso ante el Congreso, una medida considerada un desafío a los procedimientos constitucionales. Paralelamente, el gobierno anunció restricciones sin precedentes a la cobertura periodística del evento.
(2025-02-28). Rusia y EEUU pactan medidas recíprocas para destrabar relaciones en consultas técnicas. cubadebate.cu Rusia y Estados Unidos acordaron medidas recíprocas para abordar tensiones bilaterales durante consultas técnicas celebradas este viernes en Estambul, informó el Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores ruso. En un comunicado, la Cancillería rusa indicó que el diálogo se enfocó en resolver conflictos heredados de gestiones previas de Washington y en sentar bases para mejorar la relación.
(2025-02-28). Se encontró munición brasileña en Ucrania. strategic-culture.su Es posible que la munición haya sido desviada a Ucrania después de su compra en Brasil. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | En una rueda de prensa j…
(2025-02-28). Termoeléctrica de Felton se encuentra cerca de reiniciar operaciones tras reparar fallo crítico en generador (+ Video). cubadebate.cu En la central termoeléctrica Lidio Ramón Pérez, ubicada en Felton, Mayarí, se realizan comprobaciones finales en la unidad 1 para iniciar el proceso de arranque y sincronización con el Sistema Eléctrico Nacional, tras resolver una compleja avería en el generador. Las reparaciones en el bloque 1 avanzaron con éxito después de su salida imprevista el 11 de febrero.
(2025-02-28). Revista Temas: Tres décadas de pensamiento crítico y diálogo cultural en Cuba. cubadebate.cu En el panorama intelectual cubano, pocos proyectos han logrado combinar vigencia crítica y persistencia institucional como la Revista Temas. Por 30 años, este espacio ha sido una especie de termostato de la vida nacional a través de sus debates y publicaciones, pero también de las propuestas de caminos para transformar y asumir los desafíos de nuestra sociedad.
(2025-02-28). El renacer de Geidy. cubadebate.cu Una novedosa cirugía se inscribe, desde este martes, entre las batallas ganadas por la ciencia en la memoria del Hospital Pediátrico José Martí, de Sancti Spíritus. A Geidy Santiago Calzada, una adolescente trinitaria de 16 años, le cambió abruptamente la rutina cuando, hace apenas 10 días, le fue diagnosticado un tumor gigante, cuya presencia en pacientes pediátricos resulta tan inusual como inquietante.
(2025-02-28). Este viernes en la Mesa Redonda: Marcha de la campaña de Declaración Jurada y pago de tributos 2025. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu Directivos de la Oficina Nacional de la Administración Tributaria (ONAT) comparecerán este viernes en la Mesa Redonda para dialogar sobre la marcha de la Campaña de Declaración Jurada y Pago de Tributos 2025, justo cuando vence el beneficio por pronto pago.
(2025-02-28). Estados Unidos: Despiden a cientos de meteorólogos en medio de recortes federales impulsados por Donald Trump. cubadebate.cu La Oficina Nacional de Administración Oceánica y Atmosférica de EE.UU. despidió este jueves a cientos de empleados en período de prueba, incluidos meteorólogos clave del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional, según confirmaron legisladores y expertos climáticos. Los recortes afectaron a trabajadores dedicados a pronósticos locales y alertas de emergencia.