(2025-03-09). Columbia University Cracks Down On Pro-Palestine Student Activists. popularresistance.org Students at Columbia University who expressed opposition to the US—Israeli genocide of Palestinians in Gaza are being investigated by a secretive disciplinary body known as the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), which is targeting anyone involved in activities ranging from sharing social media posts supporting Palestinians to participating in "unauthorized" protests. | Drop Site News reports that Columbia requires students under investigation for "discrimination based on their speech" to sign a non-disclosure agreement to access unredacted evidence against them, effectively blocking public discussion of…
(2025-03-09). State Department To Use AI To Revoke Visas Of Students Who 'Appear Pro-Hamas'. popularresistance.org Secretary of State Marco Rubio is launching an AI-driven effort to revoke the visas of foreigners in the US who "appear pro-Hamas" in a crackdown targeting pro-Palestine protests on college campuses, Axios reported on Thursday. | The report said the effort will involve AI-assisted reviews of social media accounts of tens of thousands of foreign students in the US on visas that will look for "evidence of alleged terrorist sympathies expressed after Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel." | The language in the report suggests that any foreign students who attend pro-Palestine demonstrations or express sympathy for…
(2025-03-09). Israeli forces storm hospitals in West Bank, attack civilians in Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli occupation forces launched a series of aggressive raids and attacks across the West Bank and Gaza, intensifying tensions in the occupied territories.In the West Bank, Israeli forces stormed Khallet al-Daba village following violent settler attacks on Palestinian homes, arresting three Palestinians. Meanwhile, the entrance to the besieged eastern Jenin camp was sealed off, further restricting movement. In Jenin, Israeli occupation forces raided the Martyr Khalil Suleiman Governmental Hospital, throwing a gas bomb inside and detaining several journalists in a shocking violation of international hu…
(2025-03-09). Defense Secretary Hegseth Wants To Overthrow China's Government. popularresistance.org US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is a self-declared "crusader" who believes the United States is in a "holy war" against the left, China, and Islam. | In his 2020 book American Crusade: Our Fight to Stay Free, Hegseth vowed that, if Trump could return to the White House and Republicans could take power, "Communist China will fall—and lick its wounds for another two hundred years". | Hegseth declared that the Chinese "are literally the villains of our generation", and warned, "If we don't stand up to communist China now, we will be standing for the Chinese anthem someday". | In Hegseth's conspiratorial worl…
(2025-03-09). London activists unveil memorial honoring Hind Rajab and Palestinian children killed in Gaza. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA- A memorial honoring five-year-old Palestinian child Hind Rajab and other Palestinian children killed in Gaza has been unveiled in London, as activists worldwide continue to commemorate her tragic death and demand justice.In February, activists in Manchester also held a memorial event marking the first anniversary of Hind's killing by Israeli occupation forces. Her death, which became a symbol of the Israeli brutality faced by civilians in Gaza, has since sparked global outrage and legal action.In Brussels, a human rights organization named after Hind was established to pursue Israeli soldiers and politi…
(2025-03-09). Zionism Is Strangling Free Speech In Australia. thealtworld.com 
A Palestinian-Australian man has been criminally charged for voicing criticisms of Zionism during a protest against Israel's genocide in Gaza. He could spend months in prison. | The Age
(2025-03-09). Trump: Europe does not know how to resolve Ukraine crisis. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON, the United States | TASS | European countries don't know how to resolve the Ukraine crisis, US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House. When asked why European countries weren't proposing specific options for settling the conflict, the US leader said that "sometimes questions aren't answerable." "They're in a very unusual position. …
(2025-03-09). Palestine: still on the brink of catastrophe. internationalviewpoint.org The second phase of the ceasefire agreement should come into force next week, but it will probably be postponed by Israel. In a break with plans, Benyamin Netanyahu and his cabinet have suspended the release of 600 Palestinians under the terms of the agreement until further notice. | – | / |
(2025-03-09). Rift Between Trump And Netanyahu Leaves Opening For Arab States. popularresistance.org There was an easy way to determine whether the United States, under both Joe Biden and Donald Trump, was sincerely interested in putting an end to Israel's onslaught in Gaza. All they needed to do was put together a sensible ceasefire plan and put their political weight behind it. | Instead, Biden came up with a convoluted three-stage plan that contained every opportunity for either side to sabotage it, and Trump ran with it. Hamas, of course, has no reason to sabotage the agreement. The Israeli genocide has essentially leveled most of Gaza, the people are suffering immensely, and Hamas has nothing to gain but st…
(2025-03-09). Israel Cuts Electricity to Gaza, Ramping Up Collective Punishment. news.antiwar.com Israel on Sunday said it was cutting off electricity to the Gaza Strip as it ramps up the collective punishment of the civilian population to pressure Hamas to release Israeli hostages, violating the ceasefire deal reached in January. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen made the announcement, saying he instructed the Israel Electric Corporation to immediately …
(2025-03-09). Israel and the occupied territories: Ceasefire agreement essential to avoid region plunging back into despair. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). Hamas denies agreeing temporary truce in Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A delegation from Hamas met with the head of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service to discuss the implementation of the ceasefire agreement and the exchange of prisoners.At the same time, the Palestinian movement denied accepting a temporary truce in the Gaza Strip as claimed before, Al-Jazeera reported on Sunday.Hamas said in a statement: "The head of the movement's leadership council, Mohammed Darwish, led a delegation to Cairo and met with the head of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service, Major General Hassan Rashad, and discussed many important issues, including the implementation of the c…
(2025-03-09). Two Myths About the Gaza Ceasefire. cadtm.org
(2025-03-09). Over 1,000 Reported Killed, Mostly Civilians, as HTS Syrian Forces Attack Alawites. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-09). Kurdish Leader Urges Accountability in Syrian Coastal Violence. devdiscourse.com Mazloum Abdi, the commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), has criticized Syria's interim leadership for failing to hold perpetrators of coastal violence accountable, highlighting the role of Turkey-backed factions.
(2025-03-09). Malaysia: Judicial harassment against SUARAM members Sevan Doraisamy and Azura Nasron. fidh.org
(2025-03-09). Syria: Emergency Discussion About HTS Atrocities and Genocide. libya360.wordpress.com The security conditions in Syria have gone out of control. History will never forget the March 7th Pogrom in Syria's Alawite coast. A culmination of 14 years of hard work by: üá∫üá∏üá∏üá¶üá∂üá¶üáπüá∑üá¨üáß and üáÆüá±#March7thPogrom A thread on the horrors below: pic.twitter.com/LmdP4K74fU — Hekmat Aboukhater (@Wha…
(2025-03-09). Gavin Ellis: Amazon founder Bezos dims lights on democracy. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Gavin Ellis Little more than a month into the new US presidency, The Washington Post's owner dimmed the light on a motto that became a beacon for freedom during the first Trump administration. "Democracy dies in darkness" has appeared below Washington Post for the past eight years. Last month it was powdered in…
(2025-03-09). Governments Should Step Up Support for Tibetans in Exile. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Tibetan monks in exile in India take part in a peace march commemorating the 1959 Tibetan uprising against Chinese rule, near Dharamsala, March 10, 2024. | © 2024 Sanjay Baid/AFP via Getty Images…
(2025-03-09). Syria president calls for unity after reports of mass killing. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). The Trump Administration's Silent Complicity as Syrian Death Squads Slaughter Alawites, Christians. libya360.wordpress.com The New Atlas Western media reports that hundreds if not thousands of civilians are being slaughtered by US-European-Israeli-Turkish-backed death squads sweeping through ethnic/religious minority villages in Syria; The Trump administration has remained silent and despite having carried out air strikes across Syria since taking office, refuse to strike the known location of the terrorist installed…
(2025-03-09). Over Ten Thousand Syrian Alawites Flee Into Northern Lebanon After Massacres. news.antiwar.com There were hopes in Lebanon that the restoration of calm after the ouster of President Bashar Assad in Syria would mean that the large numbers of Syrian refugees living in Lebanon would return home. Some of that started to happen, but now a new influx of new refugees is reported in northern Lebanon. Amid massacres …
(2025-03-09). Afghanistan: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org
(2025-03-09). Sectarian violence sweeps Syria as western-backed security forces rampage in Alawite towns. defenddemocracy.press 
Mar 8, 2025 At least 147 people have been killed in Syria in the past two days, as security forces from the country's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) — led government carried out a series of massacres and extrajudicial executions against Alawites in the country's coastal regions as part of a broader security campaign to target …
(2025-03-09). Tajikistan: Continued arbitrary detention of independent journalist Rukhshona Khakimoval. fidh.org
(2025-03-09). The new Syria of the supposedly moderate President Saraa is drowning in the blood of Alawites. defenddemocracy.press By Iliana Tevouna Within three months, President Ahmed al-Saraa has shown that he struggles to play the role of the moderate politician assigned to him. From clashes in Latakia In the bloodbath of hundreds of Alawites in the province of Latakia and the outskirts of Tartus, unleashed at dawn on Friday, March 7, by …
(2025-03-09). Syrian security man disappears after documenting horrific killings of Alawites. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Amid the ongoing security operation that is taking place in Syria's coastal area, a security man belonging to the new government in Syria posted a video confirming the mass killing of civilians, who belong to the Alawite sect.Syrian security man disappears after documenting horrific killings of Alawites: : Mohammed Hajji Abu Obeida, who believed to wear a Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham badge, appeared in a video on social media speaking about the violation that also took place against Alawites in the past few days.Abu Obeida started the clip by introducing himself, then he said he wanted to speak about th…
(2025-03-09). Syrian president calls for unity following mass killings. scmp.com More than 1,000 people were killed in coastal regions of Syria in the worst clashes since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.
(2025-03-09). Syrian government to investigate after reports of mass killings. scmp.com 830 Alawite civilians killed in 'executions' in coastal regions in worst clashes since overthrow of Bashar al-Assad, war monitor said.
(2025-03-09). PEC Expresses Relief over Scribes' Release. pressenza.com Geneva: Press Emblem Campaign, the global media safety and rights body, expressed relief that Kashmiri journalist Majid Hyderi was released recently following an Indian court's order stating that criticism of the government can not constitute grounds for detention. Arrested under the Public Safety Act, Hyderi was released by the Jammu & Kashmir High Court after over 525 days of detention. The independent journalist and political analyst, who is partially associated with a local newspaper Greater Kashmir, had already arrived home in Srinagar. | He was arrested in September 2023 on charges of alleged extortion and…
(2025-03-09). Stop the use and sale of mercury-containing skin-lightening products! pressenza.com OUR HEALTH, OUR SAFETY, OUR CONSUMER RIGHTS! | March 8, 2025. As the world celebrates International Women's Day, toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics expresses grave concern over the proliferation of skin-lightening products (SLPs) with toxic mercury in the market and online shopping sites despite the repeated public health advisories from the Food and Drug Administration due to its adverse health and safety effects, particularly among women. | The recent market monitoring and product testing conducted by BAN Toxics had shown that mercury-added skin whitening creams are easily available for sale over the internet, pr…
(2025-03-09). Israel to send team for Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar. aljazeera.com Israel is expected to send a delegation to negotiate extending a ceasefire deal to Doha on Monday.
(2025-03-09). New Israeli army chief's strategy to restart Gaza war hinges on Trump's green light. haaretz.com Incoming army chief Zamir and the Israeli government's plans to resume the war are fraught with dangers and pitfalls ‚ñ Although the event of IDF Spokesperson Hagari's ouster has been exaggerated, Zamir's handling of the situation is worrying…
(2025-03-09). Assad holdouts, brutal jihadists and a new regime: Inside Syria's web of horrific, deadly clashes. haaretz.com If not stopped, Syria could mirror post-Saddam Iraq, where army holdouts joined al-Qaida, fueling a bloody civil war. Leader al-Sharaa struggles to control militias, including former rebel allies who helped him topple Assad…
(2025-03-09). Over 1,000 dead as Western-backed HTS regime in Syria escalates massacre of Alawites. wsws.org The killing of at least 745 civilians in massacres targeting the Alawite minority in Syria exposes the criminality of NATO powers that support and legitimize the Islamist HTS regime.
(2025-03-09). Hamas confirms direct talks with US envoy for captives in Doha. presstv.ir Hamas says meetings with Donald Trump's negotiator focused on releasing an American-Israeli captive held in Gaza.
(2025-03-09). Hezbollah rejects 'baseless' claims of involvement in Syria violence. presstv.ir Hezbollah categorically dismisses as "baseless" recent accusations leveled at the Lebanese resistance movement regarding involvement in recent deadly clashes in Syria.
(2025-03-09). Erdogan ally calls for full disarmament of PKK in ceasefire deal. newarab.com 
(2025-03-09). US envoy Steve Witkoff heads to Doha for Gaza ceasefire talks. newarab.com 
US Middle East Envoy Witkoff, who helped broker the initial Gaza ceasefire that went into effect on 15 January, will be joining Qatari, Egyptian and Israeli negotiators who will begin…
(2025-03-09). Woke-bashing of the week: M&S advert on GB News delights 'woke' critics. leftfootforward.org 'Marks & Spencer show true courage by shunning woke herd in one huge way,' the Express gushed this week, celebrating the retailer's decision to air an advert on GB News' radio station. | While such praise is typical for the Express, the author of the piece is far more intriguing. | Written by Baroness Kate Hoey, the article highlights how the M&S ad on the right-wing channel struck a chord with her and other despisers of 'woke' culture. | Hoey, a former Labour MP for Vauxhall for 30 years, applauds the supermarket for showing "courage" in "shunning the woke herd," and frames M&S as an "unlikely hero" in the po…
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). Afghanistan: ICRC Director-General highlights massive humanitarian needs and calls for sustained international support. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). Video: The silence of feminists in the face of genocide in Gaza. aljazeera.com Western feminist movements have mobilised for women's rights around the world—except when it comes to Palestine.‚Å£…
(2025-03-09). Challenging the right's misogyny offensive. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic researchers blaze a trail of rare disease advancements. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org (Video: Filippo Pinto e Vairo, M.D., Ph.D., medical director of Mayo Clinic's Program for Rare and Undiagnosed Diseases, analyzes genetic data on screen, uncovering insights into rare disease.) February 28 is Rare Disease Day, a time to recognize the millions of people worldwide living with conditions that often go undiagnosed or untreated. In the U.S., a disease is considered rare if it affects fewer than 200,000 people. More than 7,000 rare diseases have been identified,…
(2025-03-09). Tomorrow's Cure: Leveraging AI in the early detection of pancreatic cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Early detection is critical for improving cancer survival rates, yet pancreatic cancer remains challenging to detect. Exciting new research offers hope as artificial intelligence (AI) models demonstrate the potential to detect pancreatic cancer earlier and with remarkable accuracy. Explore these groundbreaking advancements in a new episode of Tomorrow's Cure. The latest episode features insights from Dr. Ajit Goenka, radiologist and professor of radiology at Mayo Clinic's Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Dr. Suresh Chari, professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology,…
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic's strong 2024 performance fueled by dedicated staff, commitment to innovation. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — In 2024, Mayo Clinic continued to accelerate its Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for its patients and as a blueprint for all of healthcare. Fueled by staff who are driven by an unwavering commitment to putting patients' needs first, Mayo Clinic's annual performance enables groundbreaking medical innovations and unparalleled patient care. Key performance highlights include: Cared for patients from every state and 135 countries, including 155,000 surgical patients,…
(2025-03-09). US orders non-emergency personnel to leave South Sudan. newarab.com 
The United States has ordered its non-emergency government personnel in "Armed conflict is ongoing and includes fighting between various political and ethnic groups. Weapons are readily available to the population," the State Department said. | The United Nations rights agency said on Saturday that increased violence and political friction in South Sudan threatened the fragile peace process. | In early March, forces loyal to President Salva Kiir detained t…
(2025-03-09). Taliban bans on Afghan women's rights cannot be ignored, says UN. newarab.com 
Since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021, they have barred education for women and girls beyond sixth grade, most employment, and many public spaces. Last August, the Vice and Virtue Ministry published laws…
(2025-03-09). 8 March: Solidarity with women in Gaza, the DR of the Congo, and of the world at large. internationalviewpoint.org On this international day of struggle for the rights of women, the CADTM reasserts its commitment to feminist movements that fight systemic oppressions everywhere in the world: patriarchal capitalism, neocolonial exploitation, and militarized violence. | – | / |
(2025-03-09). Autonomous for Abortion Care. internationalviewpoint.org In the face of escalating restrictions and criminalization of abortion, Naomi Braine's Abortion Beyond the Law highlights the transformative power of mutual aid and solidarity in ensuring access to abortion, despite oppressive laws. | – | / |
(2025-03-09). Why I am rejoining Solidarity and some thoughts on the future. internationalviewpoint.org A longtime friend, with whom I share a mutual respect, recently sent me an email regarding my decision to rejoin Solidarity.* What follows are the texts (slightly edited) of a two-part answer to him, and then my replies to a couple of emails he sent in response. | – | / |
(2025-03-09). Natural Rights vs Utilitarianism: How Should We Defend Free Speech? dailysceptic.org Can utilitarianism adequately underpin free speech, or do we need natural rights, as per the US Declaration of Independence? But don't natural rights require a God? Prof James Allan and Dr Will Jones go head-to-head.
(2025-03-09). CAIR-CA Releases New Report Examining the Suppression of Students' First Amendment Rights. indybay.org FULL TITLE: CAIR-CA Releases New Report Examining the Suppression of Students' First Amendment Rights on College Campuses…
(2025-03-09). Sunday 3/16: An Inconvenient Reality: Reflections on the Civil Rights Movement, and America's History. indybay.org 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, 94109 or Zoom: | zoom.us/j/97169187783?pwd=b83rox3F1IYIqf… | Meeting ID: 971 6918 7783 Passcode: 702166…
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). China's life expectancy soars to 79, but demographic woes also on the climb. channelnewsasia.com China's life expectancy rose 0.4 years from 2023, higher than the typical increase of 0.1 to 0.2 years in most countries and regions where life expectancy exceeds 75 years, says its health minister.
(2025-03-09). Israel, Hamas to resume Doha talks as Gaza faces fuel crisis. newarab.com 
Israel announced it will send a
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). 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. | – | / |
(2025-03-09). Can China and India step in to fill climate void left by Trump's America? scmp.com The US' absence from international deliberations on climate change must not be allowed to derail efforts to solve the crisis.
(2025-03-09). US eggs crisis an opportunity for Asean to crack the American market. scmp.com Agriculturally, Southeast Asia is a sleeping giant. If the region meets US requirements, it could position itself as a viable, long-term supplier.
(2025-03-09). Independent Jewish Voices, Mesarvot 2025 Canada Tour — Refusenik Speaking out against Genocide. globalresearch.ca Independent Jewish Voices (IJV) is proud to announce that we will be hosting an Anti-Zionist Refusenik Speaking Tour! Starting March 4th, Israeli conscientious objectors Tal Mitnick and Einat Gerlitz will be traveling across the country, speaking about their experiences resisting …
(2025-03-09). Video: police tell protesters they can protest at Big Ben if they support Israel, but not Palestine. skwawkbox.org 
Crowd that gathered in support of anti-genocide campaigner who climbed clock tower dispersed under Section 14 order Protesters at the Houses of Parliament — there to support an anti-genocide protester who had scaled the clock tower colloquially known as Big Ben to draw attention to Israel's mass slaughter of civilians in Gaza and the UK …
(2025-03-09). Yemen threatens Israel with 'blockade' if it ignores ultimatum on stopping Gaza attacks. presstv.ir Yemen warns it will resume its naval operations aimed at enforcing a "blockade" against the Israeli regime if it failed to stop its attacks on Gaza.
(2025-03-09). Israel activists infiltrate Labor Party to hit Greens. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Sudan vs UAE at the ICJ: Why Darfur genocide claims are in focus. newarab.com 
Sudan this week In the application, it has requested the court issue a series of measures ordering the UAE to prevent acts of genocide being perpetrated in Darfur. | Here's what we know about the case. | What is Sudan alleging?: | In it…
(2025-03-09). Sudan takes UAE to ICJ over funding of RSF rebels. ummid.com Sudan has filed a case against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) accusing the oil rich Emirate of breaching the genocide convention by arming and funding the rebel paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
(2025-03-09). Lebanon's visually impaired population surges after pager attack. newarab.com 
Lebanon is grappling with a sharp increase in its visually impaired population following Israel's The attacks, widely condemned as a war crime, reportedly
(2025-03-09). Ukraine War Takes Fatal Turn, ATACMS, Storm Shadows and Oreshniks, Troop Losses and Desertions, NATO/EU Cracks. globalresearch.ca This incisive analysis by Rodney Atkinson first published in the immediate wake of the US presidential election, on November 25, 2024 documents troop losses and desertions by Ukrainian soldiers. It's also focusses on the role of Russia's advanced air …
(2025-03-09). As Netanyahu's circle of billionaires shrinks, one wealthy buddy stays loyal. haaretz.com Since he started out in politics, Netanyahu has cultivated wealthy Jewish backers like the Adelsons and Arnon Milchan. Now British real estate magnate Zak Gertler stands alone in his loyalty. Is it true friendship or will it end the same?
(2025-03-09). How Trump is bulldozing Netanyahu on a Gaza deal. haaretz.com Benjamin Netanyahu is both petrified and deeply jealous of Donald Trump, who has taken ownership of the hostage issue. But above all, he can't say no to the U.S. president…
(2025-03-09). All roads lead to Doha and bypass Netanyahu: Qatar's brilliant move on hostage talks. haaretz.com Netanyahu was jolted from complacency when Qatar went past Israel to offer the U.S. a deal with Hamas for releasing its citizens held in Gaza. This prompted the prime minister to advance the 'Witkoff proposal' amid rising political pressure within his far-right coalition partners…
(2025-03-09). Why is Netanyahu's Israel cozying up to Europe's antisemitic far right? haaretz.com They claim to 'love' Israel but they hate Jews. And despite this fact, Israel's foreign ministry is reaching out to make friends…
(2025-03-09). Poll: Majority of Israelis say Netanyahu must resign, accept responsibility for Oct. 7. haaretz.com Israelis overwhelmingly credit U.S. President Donald Trump for the cease-fire and hostage deal, with Netanyahu at the bottom of the list, a poll by the Israel Democracy Institute shows…
(2025-03-09). Israeli university presidents threaten strike, public protest if Netanyahu government fires AG. haaretz.com The presidents of eight Israeli universities warned of an 'unprecedented danger to the rule of law' and called on other organizations to join the protest after Netanyahu's justice minister announced proceedings to dismiss the Attorney General…
(2025-03-09). U.S. envoy says Hamas talks 'productive,' group 'oriented' toward long-term truce with Israel. haaretz.com GAZA CEASE-FIRE: Israeli delegation to attend Gaza truce talks in Doha Monday, Netanyahu's office says; France, Germany, Italy, U.K. welcome Arab plan for Gaza reconstruction; ‚ñ ISRAEL: IDF strikes kill two in southern Gaza, one in Lebanon…
(2025-03-09). Hamas reportedly agrees to release living hostages if first stage of truce extended by two months. haaretz.com GAZA CEASE-FIRE: Israel denies Hamas' claims of progress toward talks on second stage of cease-fire; France, Germany, Italy, U.K. welcome Arab plan for Gaza reconstruction; Israeli delegation to attend Gaza truce talks in Doha Monday, Netanyahu's office says ‚ñ ISRAEL: IDF strikes kill two in southern Gaza, one in Lebanon…
(2025-03-09). Brother of Israeli hostage accuses Netanyahu of sabotaging truce. newarab.com 
The brother of an Israeli soldier held captive in Gaza has accused Israel of breaching the Yotam Cohen, the brother of Israeli soldier Nimrod Cohen, accused Israeli Prime Minister Cohen made these claims during a demonstration on Saturday evening, addressing a crowd of 2,000 pr…
(2025-03-09). Hamas: 'Positive' signs for start of phase two Gaza truce talks. newarab.com 
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said Israel would send a delegation to Doha on Monday for truce talks. | Hamas spokesperson Abdel Latif Al-Qanoua said in a statement that "efforts of the Egy…
(2025-03-09). CPI — fondati dubbi sulk legitimita dei mandate di arresto verso V. Putin e B. Netanyahu. strategic-culture.su Il clamore destato dalla notizia dell'ennesimo scoop della Corte Penale Internazionale dell'Aja (CPI), con l'emissione di mandati di arresto per crimini di guerra e contro l'umanità verso il premier israeliano Benjamin Netanyahu e il suo ex ministro della Difesa Yoav Gallant nonché verso il capo militare di Hamas, Mohammed Deif, che perà≤ sembrerebbe sia stato ucciso tempo fa a Gaza, correlato con quelli emessi il 17 marzo 2023 a carico del Presidente russo Vladimir Putin e di Maria Alekseevna L'vova-Belova, commissaria presidenziale per i diritti dei bambini in Russia, per aver commesso crimini di guerra e al…
(2025-03-09). Who are the top candidates to replace Canada PM Trudeau. albawaba.com ALABWABA – After Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's January bid to resign after nine years in office, Canada's Liberal Party will vote for a new leader to replace him on Sunday, AFP reported.The country's Liberal Party is expected to choose a former central banker and political novice to lead the government and take the office after Justin Trudeau amid the economic tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.Sources confirmed that 400,000 party members will be voting on Sunday to pick a new Liberal leader and the result will also be announced later today. The stage is being set, and the countdown is on!
(2025-03-09). Qatar Calls for Israel Nuclear Facilities To Be Brought Under IAEA Supervision. news.antiwar.com Qatar has renewed its calls for Israel's nuclear facilities to be brought under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and for Israel to join the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) as a non-nuclear state, which would require Israel to abolish its nuclear stockpile. Israel has a covert nuclear weapons program that it does not …
(2025-03-09). Yemen's Houthis Give Israel Deadline To Start Allowing Aid To Enter Gaza. news.antiwar.com The leader of Yemen's Houthis has given Israel a deadline to lift its blockade on Gaza, warning that Yemeni "naval operations" against Israel could restart. Abdul Malik al-Houthi issued the ultimatum on Friday, suggesting Houthi attacks on Israel-linked shipping could start on Tuesday. "We meet the siege with a siege," Houthi said, according to The …
(2025-03-09). Qatar urges IAEA oversight of all Israeli nuclear facilities. presstv.ir The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that Doha has urged the UN nuclear agency to bring "all of Israel's nuclear facilities" under its supervision.
(2025-03-09). Israeli sniper admits he stopped counting after killing 200 Palestinians in Gaza. presstv.ir The soldier says he has been haunted by the impact of his role as a sniper in the Gaza Strip.
(2025-03-09). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates vital operation to allow families to bury their loved ones. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC urges dignity and privacy ahead of next release operation. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). Israeli soldiers roll Palestinian car off cliff in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com This is the moment Israeli soldiers pushed a Palestinian's car off a cliff after arresting them during a traffic stop…
(2025-03-09). Rick Scott sparks outrage for displaying Israeli flag over US flag. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – US Senator Rick Scott recently took to social media with a video about locking the clock in the country but what seemed beneficial to citizens, quickly sparked outrage after social media users noticed the Israeli flag displayed while the American flag was absent.Scott captioned the video, "Every day, I hear from Americans who are sick and tired of changing their clocks back and forth. It's time to pass my Sunshine Protection Act and lock the clock!" The Florida senator assured US citizens that he's working on locking the clock and said that US President Donald Trump also agrees with the "Sunshine Prote…
(2025-03-09). Israel turns off power to Gaza amid war threats. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – On Sunday night, Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen said that Gaza's electrical supply will be immediately cut off, leaving the blockaded Palestinian region in complete darkness.The action comes after former US President Donald Trump and his Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, threatened to relaunch Israeli military operations in Gaza if Hamas did not abide with Israeli requests.According to Israeli media, Tel Aviv has laid up a strategy for intensifying actions, which consists of: Cutting off electricity and water suppliesLaunching airstrikesReoccupying parts of Gaza as part of a broader military offensiv…
(2025-03-09). Hamas says talks with US focused on release of American hostage in Gaza. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Israeli tourist and local woman gang-raped in India, say police. geo.tv 
(2025-03-09). 'The politicians need to feel the great despair and devastation of the people here'. haaretz.com The brother-in-law of Tal Haimi, whose body is being held in Gaza, says he essentially lost all his family and friends on October 7, 2023. Those whoe were not the same after that dark day…
(2025-03-09). 'Returning to war in Gaza will kill hostages': Families camp outside Israeli defense ministry. haaretz.com Activists and hostages' relatives camped overnight outside the defense ministry and IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv, vowing to continue protesting for the next few days. 'We must pressure decision-makers for a full deal and oppose returning to war'…
(2025-03-09). Trump's podcast pals are mainstreaming America's worst anti-Jewish conspiracy theorists. haaretz.com U.S. Jews have debated when would be the proper time to sound the alarm: Would it be with Elon Musk's Inauguration Day salute? Steve Bannon mimicking the gesture one month later at CPAC? If the last week has proven anything, we may be past the point of forecasting…
(2025-03-09). Israeli defense industry sees opportunities as Trump distances U.S. from NATO and Ukraine. haaretz.com Israel is the only country whose weapons regularly encounter the Russian counterparts. That advantage, and possible looser restrictions if NATO weakens, could lead to more share surges for companies like Elbit Systems…
(2025-03-09). Israeli energy minister orders to cut off all electricity to Gaza. Hamas Energy Authority: No power in Gaza anyway. haaretz.com Energy Minister Eli Cohen said Israel would use 'all means available' to secure the return of Israeli hostages. The move is not expected to affect Gaza's electricity supply, which was cut off on October 7, 2023. Head of Gaza's Energy Authority: 'Power station isn't operating anyway'…
(2025-03-09). Former mayor of central Israeli city wounded in Tel Aviv car explosion. haaretz.com Shlomo Lahiani, the ex-mayor of Bat Yam, was targeted in his vehicle for the second time in 14 months ‚ñ An additional driver was moderately wounded…
(2025-03-09). Russia isn't ruling out Iran's limiting its nuclear program, eyes a role in Israeli-Palestinian talks. haaretz.com In a first official statement of its kind, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova tells Haaretz of potential compromises by Tehran. With U.S.-Russia relations improving, Moscow is also expressing a desire to collaborate to address Middle East issues…
(2025-03-09). Thousands of Israeli gun owners exposed in Iranian hack-and-leak operation. haaretz.com Iranian hackers leaked a trove of gun registry data, exposing the identities and addresses of thousands of Israeli firearms' owners: 'Every person with a gun at home is at risk'…
(2025-03-09). More men than women reported job‚Äâdiscrimination‚Äâin Israel in 2024. haaretz.com A surge in workplace discrimination complaints linked to extended reserve duty has shifted longstanding trends after well over a year of war, data reveals…
(2025-03-09). Iran Reacts After Trump's Letter To Khamenei On Nuclear Talks; US' Secret Deal With Putin Spoiled. hindustantimes.com For the second time in the past few weeks, Iran has rejected any possible negotiations with the US on its nuclear program. Tehran's refusal comes after US President Donald Trump said he wrote a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stating his preference was to negotiate a deal with Iran over its nuclear program. As Israel's strike threat looms over Iran's nuclear sites, what will Khamenei do next? Watch the video for full details.
(2025-03-09). Qatar pushes for UN oversight of Israel's nuclear arsenal. newarab.com 
(2025-03-09). 21 Palestinian women face systematic abuse in Israeli prisons. newarab.com 
Twenty Palestinian women and a minor are A report by the Commission of Detainees Affairs' and Palestinian Prisoners' Society released a report on the occasion of The 21 female prisoners include a three-month pregnant woman, a cancer patient, and…
(2025-03-09). Arab Summit adopts Egyptian Gaza rebuilding plan; US, Israel fume. ummid.com Egypt on Tuesday February 04, 2025 presented the Gaza reconstruction plan which was approved by Arab leaders, but at the same time left the United States and its stooch Israel fuming.
(2025-03-09). Israeli Tourist, Her Guide Raped in Karnataka. ummid.com An Israeli tourist and her guide, a local woman, have been raped near the Hampi heritage site in Karnataka.
(2025-03-09). 'The Invention of the Jewish People' Debunks Key Zionist Myth. ummid.com Shlomo Sand, a historian at Tel Aviv University, boldly challenges the very foundation of Israel's national ideology in his hard-hitting 332-page work The Invention of the Jewish People.
(2025-03-09). Another Decisive Labor Win In WA, But Much Remains At Stake #Another #Decisive #Labor #Much #Remains #Stake #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The Roger Cook Labor government has been returned comfortably to government in Western Australia, securing a commanding, even if reduced, majority in the Legislative …
(2025-03-09). 'Since 1967, 35% to 37% of Palestinian society has spent time in Israeli prisons'. internationalviewpoint.org At a public meeting held in Bourges, France, on 4 February, Salah Hamouri described the situation of Palestinian prisoners. | – | / |
(2025-03-09). US Defense Secretary Hegseth Wants to Overthrow China's Government, in 'Crusade' Against Left (and Islam). libya360.wordpress.com Ben Norton US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is a self-declared "crusader" who believes the United States is in a "holy war" against the left, China, and Islam. In his 2020 book American Crusade: Our Fight to Stay Free, Hegseth vowed that, if Trump could return to the White House and Republicans could take power, "Communist China…
(2025-03-09). The humanitarian impacts of nuclear weapons are beyond the capacity of any humanitarian organization to address effectively. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). The Loss of Life: From the First and Second World Wars to the So-called "Post-Cold War Era" globalresearch.ca Corporations invest in the art of destruction. It is a lucrative trade. Nuclear war has become a multi-billion dollar undertaking, which fills the pockets of US defense contractors. What is at stake is the outright "privatization of nuclear war". A 1.3 trillion nuclear weapons program launched under Obama, and approved under Trump is underway.
(2025-03-09). Khamenei Dresses Down Trump Like Never Before As US President Writes to Iran Over Nuclear Deal. hindustantimes.com On March 8, 2025, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, made a public statement rejecting negotiations with the United States, framing such talks as succumbing to pressure from a "bullying" nation. His remarks were delivered during a meeting with senior Iranian officials in Tehran, as reported by Iranian state media and covered by multiple international news outlets, including Reuters and Dawn. This statement came just one day after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he had sent a letter to Iran's top authority proposing a nuclear deal, signaling an openness to dialogue while simultaneously reinstatin…
(2025-03-09). Attack on Iran nuclear plant would leave Gulf without water, Qatar PM warns. newarab.com 
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has warned that an attack on Iran's Gulf coast nuclear facilities would leave countries across the region without water. | The sea would be "entirely contaminated" and Qatar would "run out of water in three days," he said. | The construction of reservoirs since then had increased wate…
(2025-03-09). Donald Trump ends Iraq's waiver to buy Iranian electricity. newarab.com 
The The decision to let Iraq's waiver lapse upon its expiration "ensures we do not allow Iran any degree of economic or financial relief," the spokesperson said, adding that Trump's campaign on Iran aims "to end its nuclear threat, curtail its ballistic missile program and stop it from supporting terrorist groups." | Trump restored "maxi…
(2025-03-09). Germany's Merz wants European nukes to boost US umbrella. scmp.com Chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz said he would like to speak with France and Britain about sharing their nuclear weapons.
(2025-03-09). Iran's supreme leader slams US 'bullying' after Trump threats. scmp.com The US president is applying 'maximum pressure' as he seeks to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
(2025-03-09). Trump administration ends Iraq's waiver to buy Iranian electricity. scmp.com The US aims to isolate Iran from the global economy and eliminate its oil export revenues to slow Tehran's development of a nuclear weapon.
(2025-03-09). Video: The Threat of Nuclear Annihilation. Helen Caldicott. globalresearch.ca [First published by Global Research on August 22, 2018] | This exclusive interview for GRTV features one of the world's leading anti-nuclear advocates, Dr. Helen Caldicott, addressing the threat of a deliberate or accidental nuclear war 73 years after the …
(2025-03-09). Chris Hedges: Resistance and the Human Spirit. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-09). Sahel Alliance Unveils New Flag; Moves Toward Greater Integration. popularresistance.org The Alliance of Sahel States (AES), that includes Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, has taken another decisive step toward regional integration following its recent withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). On February 22, the new flag was unveiled and symbolizes the bloc's growing autonomy as it seeks to redefine its political, economic, and security structures outside the influence of French imperialism and Western neoliberal frameworks. | The new flag showcases the AES logo: an orange sun radiating over a sturdy baobab tree. Beneath the tree, a group of silhouetted figures gathers, s…
(2025-03-09). Fossil Fuel Giant Launches Legal Attack Over Standing Rock Protests. popularresistance.org Energy Transfer, the US energy giant that owns or operates over 125,000 miles of oil pipelines throughout the US, is suing environmental activism group Greenpeace for USD 300 million in damages in a trial that began last week. The company claims that the nonprofit organized the mass demonstrations and protest camp at the Standing Rock Reservation against the Dakota Access Pipeline between 2016 and 2017. If Greenpeace loses this case and is forced to pay the hundreds of millions in damages demanded by Energy Transfer, it would effectively end their operations in the United States.
(2025-03-09). Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Holds Press Conference On Foreign Policy. popularresistance.org The year 2024 saw profound changes in the international landscape as well as remarkable progress in China's reform and development. Under the stewardship of General Secretary Xi Jinping, China made important progress in its diplomacy. We fostered a good external environment for China's high-quality development, brought much-needed stability to a changing and turbulent world, and made new and solid strides in building a community with a shared future for mankind. This year, the international situation is still full of challenges. But the mission of China's diplomacy remains unchanged.
(2025-03-09). Landlords Fined $80K For Threatening To Call ICE On Chicago Tenants. popularresistance.org An Illinois circuit court judge has ordered Chicago landlords to pay former tenants $80,000 after they threatened to report the tenants to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in June 2020. | The decision is the first under the state's 2019 Immigrant Tenant Protection Act (ITPA), which prohibits landlords from using a tenant's immigration status to harass or intimidate them. | "This decision provides a measure of justice to a family facing a landlord willing to threaten to call federal immigration authorities in the belief that it would scare tenants," Thomas A. Saenz, MALDEF president and general couns…
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). Nawal El Zoghbi responds to criticism over Ramez Galal show appearance. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – After taking part in Ramez Galal's 2025 Ramadan prank program, Lebanese singer Nawal El Zoghbi responded to her detractors by stating that she is not troubled by the criticism and is just concerned with her fans.The Reaction of El Zoghbi: "I Got Under Their Skin" | "It's great to be on the show—I clearly got under their skin!" Nawal said in response to the outpouring of abuse."I honestly don't care about some people who are resentful and don't even like themselves," she said. My relationship with my fans is what counts to me.The days of conventional full-length music videos are coming to an end,…
(2025-03-09). (Neo)colonial Offensive in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Solidarity with the people of Congo! cadtm.org
(2025-03-09). Greece 2015: Varoufakis' proposals were doomed to fail. cadtm.org
(2025-03-09). 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). (…) | – | / |
(2025-03-09). Trump's MAGA and deregulation. cadtm.org
(2025-03-09). Workshop on Democratizing Investment. cadtm.org INDEP online Workshop on Democratizing Investment |
| February 21, 2025
| First session: Socializing investment (3.30-4.45pm CET) — Christoph Sorg (Humboldt University/INDEP): Introduction: Finance as a form of planning and the legacy |
| of struggles over investment |
| J W Mason (CUNY — City University of New York): Socializing Finance |
| Sushovan Dhar (CADTM — Committe for the Abolition of Illegitimate Debt): How to socialize the banking sector and abolish debt
(2025-03-09). Sri Lanka : IMF's iron clasp, a maiden Budget and protecting the poor. cadtm.org
(2025-03-09). Trump the "peacemaker" like Hitler the "chancellor of peace"! cadtm.org
(2025-03-09). Bully Gov'ts Seek to Impose Their Own Agendas via Negotiations: Ayatollah Khamenei. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said the goal of some bullying powers that insist on negotiations is not to resolve issues but to exert control and impose their own agendas.
(2025-03-09). Unified Nation Invincible: Iranian President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Highlighting the principles of dignity, wisdom and expediency in his administration's foreign policy, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said national integrity, reliance on God and compliance with the Leader's guidelines make Iran unbeatable.
(2025-03-09). Iran, Russia, China to Hold Joint Naval War Game. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Naval forces from Iran, Russia and China are going to stage a joint exercise in Iran's southeastern waters on Monday.
(2025-03-09). Iran Won't Await Any Letter from US: Parliament Speaker. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran will not wait to receive any letter from the US, Speaker of the Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said, slamming the US president's push for talks as a calculated deceit for the purpose of imposing disarmament on Iran.
(2025-03-09). Iran's Top General Scorns US' Gaza Plan. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri derided the US president's plan for the relocation of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip as impractical.
(2025-03-09). Beauty in Gaza: Noor's tent salon in the rubble. aljazeera.com Noor al-Ghamari set up a tent in the rubble to create a haven for women needing a bit of self-care.
(2025-03-09). Searching for Africa's lost World War soldiers, a name and grave at a time. aljazeera.com Historians dig into the past to uncover graves and commemorate the Africans who died fighting for Britain.
(2025-03-09). Australia's east coast battered by Alfred's deadly winds, heavy rains. aljazeera.com Damaging winds and torrential rains from Alfred continue to wreak havoc across Australia's Queensland region.
(2025-03-09). Panama releases 65 detained migrants from US amid criticism. aljazeera.com Group of 65 migrants reach Panama City after release from the Darien, a dangerous jungle region near Colombia border.
(2025-03-09). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,109. aljazeera.com These are the key developments on day 1,109 of Russia's war on Ukraine.
(2025-03-09). Gaza in fragments | DigiDocs. aljazeera.com Gaza in Fragments follows three people in Gaza who talk about what life was like before the October 7, 2023.
(2025-03-09). FACT CHECK: DONALD TRUMP'S ADDRESS TO CONGRESS. aljazeera.com @khalidmajzoubofficial examines claims Donald Trump made in his first address to Congress since his reelection…
(2025-03-09). Activists target Trump's golf course in Scotland over Gaza. aljazeera.com Pro-Palestine activists have targeted Trump's Turnberry golf course in Scotland…
(2025-03-09). Man survives being run over by train in Peru. aljazeera.com Video shows the moment a Peruvian man survived after being run over by a train in Lima while he was asleep on the tracks…
(2025-03-09). Russian forces use gas pipeline in attack on Ukranian positions. aljazeera.com Russian special forces crept miles through a gas pipeline, in an attempt to launch a surprise attack Ukrainian units.
(2025-03-09). Thousands of women march against femicide in Argentina. aljazeera.com Thousands of women took to the streets of Buenos Aires on International Women's Day to protest against femicide.
(2025-03-09). Video: Protester climbs London's Big Ben with Palestinian flag. aljazeera.com
(2025-03-09). Wildfires sweep through New York's Long Island. aljazeera.com
(2025-03-09). Alex Pereira loses title to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313. aljazeera.com Number one contender Magomed Ankalaev upsets UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira in the main event in Las Vegas.
(2025-03-09). LeBron James exits with injury in Lakers' loss to Celtics. aljazeera.com Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James left the game with a groin injury in a 10-point loss against the Boston Celtics.
(2025-03-09). It's Time For Trump To Lift Biden's Sanctions On RT. thealtworld.com RT can do more than any other outlet to convince the greatest number of people in the world that the US is indeed revolutionizing its foreign policy in ways that make it much more of a trustworthy partner than before. | The
(2025-03-09). Bust of Antonio Maceo to be unveiled at the University of Venezuela. plenglish.com Caracas, Mar 9 (Prensa Latina) A bust of the Lieutenant General of the Cuban Liberation Army, Antonio Maceo, will be unveiled at the Bolivarian University of Venezuela on June 14, on his 180th birthday, diplomatic sources said.
(2025-03-09). Five Eyes Would Go Blind Without US Backing: US Army Vet and Intel Specialist. sputnikglobe.com Britain's intelligence establishment reportedly started "rationing" what info to pass on to the US after Trump's election, and his thrashing of Zelensky at the White House last month has sparked talk of a 'breakaway' 'Four Eyes' intel-sharing pact. Sputnik reached out to a leading US military intel specialist for details on what this could entail.
(2025-03-09). Can Yaman breaks Instagram records, dominates Italian TV, and prepares for 'Sandokan'. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Can Yaman breaks Instagram records and dominates Italian TV with success.Yaman has had an impact beyond his acting profession, which has brought him fame thanks to his parts in popular Turkish television shows. He became an international sensation after erasing his initial Instagram account, but he has now returned and found success on Italian television. Yaman continues to mesmerize audiences worldwide with his record-breaking Instagram following and remarkable television ratings.After deleting his prior Instagram account—which had well over 11 million followers—Can Yaman made headlines wh…
(2025-03-09). Sabalenka moving past Australian Open heartbreak. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). China's new AI contender Manus stirs another buzz. ecns.cn Despite remaining in closed beta testing, a new Chinese AI contender, Manus, has sparked online fervor just months after the buzz around open-source model DeepSeek, reigniting debates over whether it represents another revolutionary breakthrough in the tech circle.
(2025-03-09). Can Hong Kong emulate the success of Hangzhou's tech titans? scmp.com Learning from Hangzhou's support for tech start-ups can help Hong Kong become a hub for groundbreaking ideas and sustainable economic growth.
(2025-03-09). US pushing to soften anti-Russia language in G7 document — Bloomberg. 
Washington reportedly wants to "water down" the wording of the final communique | The US has been pushing to soften the language aimed at Russia in the final communique of the upcoming G7 foreign ministers' meeting, Bloomberg has reported, citing a draft of the joint statement and people familiar with the matter. | The Group of Seven, comprising Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and US, will meet next week in the Canadian city of Charlevoix. | According to the report published on Saturday, the administration of US President Donald Trump is pushing to strengthen the language on China while "waterin…
(2025-03-09). US pushing to soften anti-Russian language in G7 document — Bloomberg. Washington reportedly wants to "water down" the wording of the final communique | The US has been pushing to soften the language aimed at Russia in the final communique of the upcoming G7 foreign ministers' meeting, Bloomberg has reported, citing a draft of the joint statement and people familiar with the matter. | The Group of Seven, comprising Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US, will meet next week in the Canadian city of Charlevoix. | According to the report published on Saturday, the Trump administration is pushing to strengthen the language on China while "watering down" the wording…
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). Video: 'Globalisation of War: US-NATO Threats Directed Against Russia, China, Iran and North Korea'. Michel Chossudovsky. globalresearch.ca Below is the key note address by Prof. Michel Chossudovsky to the Kuala Lumpur 2018 July Venue organized by the The world is at …
(2025-03-09). China military vows to tighten 'noose' around Taiwan if separatism escalates. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). China-US trade war heats up with Beijing's tariffs to take effect. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Iran, Russia, China to hold joint military exercises. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). China's deflationary pressures deepen in February. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). China warns U.S. after Trump's rhetoric in Congress. ummid.com Reacting strongly to Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff charge, China warned the United States of stern response saying Beijing is ready for all types of war that Washington wishes to engage in.
(2025-03-09). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Mar. 2-Mar. 8). ecns.cn China's annual "two sessions" began on Tuesday. China's 2025 government work report, unveiled Wednesday, reviewed achievements in 2024, and outlined policies and plans for 2025 in economy, technology, environment and other fields.
(2025-03-09). China vows to ensure timely assistance for people in difficulties. ecns.cn China will use big data and on-the-spot investigation to identify people in difficulties and ensure they receive assistance on time, Minister of Civil Affairs Lu Zhiyuan said at a press conference on Sunday.
(2025-03-09). China's CPI dips 0.7% year-on-year in February. ecns.cn China's consumer price index dipped 0.7% year-on-year in February, while the producer price index fell 2.2%, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics （NBS) on Sunday.
(2025-03-09). Georgia and China enjoy huge space of cooperation: Georgian ambassador | Ambassadors' views on 'two sessions'. ecns.cn
(2025-03-09). Chinese navy to participate in 'Security Bond-2025' joint exercise in Iran. ecns.cn The navies of China, Iran, and Russia will conduct the "Security Bond 2025" joint exercise in mid to early March, according to news released by China's Ministry of National Defense on Sunday. China will send the 47th naval escort fleet, consisting of the destroyer Baotou and the supply ship Gaoyouhu, to take part in the drills.
(2025-03-09). China's 2025 defense budget set at $250 billion. ecns.cn China's 2025 defense budget in central government expenditures will be 1.78 trillion yuan (about $249 billion), marking a 7.2-percent growth year-on-year, a Chinese military spokesperson said Sunday.
(2025-03-09). China Q&A | How should China respond to U.S. additional tariff? ecns.cn China's foreign policy has always drawn global attention. In the latest China Q&A, Denis Simon, a visiting professor in the Asian Pacific Studies Institute of Duke University, wonders about the potential long-term impacts of the Trump administration's tariff policies on the global trade system and China's response.
(2025-03-09). How the world sees China's techÔºü‚ | Views From Chang'an Avenue. ecns.cn "Two sessions" are ongoing. Questions are welcomed. Embodied artificial intelligence, unicorn companies…These "new terms" have appeared in the 2025 government work report during the "two sessions".
(2025-03-09). China's 2025 defense budget set at $249 billion. ecns.cn China's 2025 defense budget in central government expenditures will be 1.78 trillion yuan (about $249 billion), marking a 7.2-percent growth year-on-year, a Chinese military spokesperson said Sunday.
(2025-03-09). US rejects G7 plan to tackle Russia's shadow oil tanker fleet, prioritising China focus. scmp.com Washington pushes to strengthen language around Beijing while watering down wording on Moscow in a draft statement prepared by Canada.
(2025-03-09). 'Two sessions' 2025: who's up and who's down in China's economy? scmp.com As China continues its economic transformation, some industries stand to gain tremendously — and others are being left in the dust.
(2025-03-09). In the Shadow of the Statistics. How Donald Trump United Economic and Identity Politics. indybay.org Trump's greatest mobilizing force does not come from a false positive image of his term in office, but from a construction of an enemy. Trump presents China as the external enemy and the "invasion of immigrants" as the internal one. In both cases, a fundamental change in the conservative argumentation pattern can be seen.
(2025-03-09). Qwen: La inteligencia artificial china que supera a DeepSeek y ChatGPT-o1 Mini. cubadebate.cu En la carrera por la Inteligencia Artificial todo parecía apuntar a que compañías como Google, Microsoft y OpenAI llevarían la delantera durante años. Pero la realidad es otra y las propuestas en materia de IA que llegan desde China han conseguido captar la atención de gran número de usuarios. Qwen demuestra una vez más que no tiene rivales.
(2025-03-09). Why the Corporate Party Won't Last Forever. counterpunch.org
(2025-03-09). Boycotts, Divestment, and People's Arms Embargoes. counterpunch.org Three cops arrive at the blockade of Maersk. Photo: @unwisemonkeys on Instagram Three cops arrive at the blockade of Maersk. Photo: @unwisemonkeys on Instagram Three cops arrive at the blockade of Maersk. Photo: @unwisemonkeys on Instagram Three cops arrive at the blockade of Maersk. Photo: @unwisemonkeys on Instagram Three cops arrive at the blockade of […] | To read this article, log in
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(2025-03-09). The real reason why this winter's flu is the worst for years. expose-news.com The 2025 flu season is being touted by corporate media as the worst in years, with more deaths than from covid-19. Dr. Vernon Coleman attributes the severity of the flu season to …
(2025-03-09). Australia "covid deaths": The use of chemical restraints to hasten the death of the elderly. expose-news.com In the following, Shifted Paradigms provides evidence that two shots were used in residential aged-care facilities to "slow the spread of covid": midazolam and morphine. In 2020, approximately 75% of Australia's "covid-19 …
(2025-03-09). COVID Vaccine Injury: Pilots Die In-Flight. globalresearch.ca Pilots dropping like flies. | Can't fly without a jab. | Can't fly at all now. | They even moved the goalposts for them to be able to pass the medical as regards heart function because so many of them are now ____ed …
(2025-03-09). Iranian Leader Rejects Talks With US After Trump Said He Sent Letter. news.antiwar.com Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has again rejected the idea of talks with the US in the face of increasing sanctions, comments that came after President Trump said he has tried to contact the Iranian leader. In remarks on Saturday, Khamenei didn't name the US directly but referred to it as a "bully government." …
(2025-03-09). Report: Trump Wants Zelensky To Move Toward Elections To Restart US Military Aid and Intel Sharing. news.antiwar.com
(2025-03-09). A Century Ago US Built Factories In Donbass — Now Russia Invites Foreign Firms For Rare Earth Metals. sputnikglobe.com Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia is open to working with foreign companies, including from the US, on rare earth metal mining in the Donbass and Novorossiya regions which have rejoined Russia. Russia has a history of foreign partnerships there — here are some examples.
(2025-03-09). Female deputies, political advisors at 2025 two sessions. ecns.cn Female deputies to the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) pose for a group photo in front of the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 8, before the second plenary meeting of the third session of the 14th NPC was held.
(2025-03-09). Defying US scheme, European powers back Arab reconstruction plan for Gaza. presstv.ir The UK, France, Germany, and Italy endorsed an Egyptian proposal to rebuild Gaza as a counter to US President Donald Trump's "riviera" scheme, which seeks to displace Palestinians forcibly from the Strip.
(2025-03-09). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures February 2025. icrc.org 9 May 2024 — 9 February 2025…
(2025-03-09). UK, France, Italy, Germany hail Arab plan to rebuild Gaza. newarab.com 
(2025-03-09). European Countries back Egypt's "realistic" Gaza Plan. ummid.com A number of top European countries including France, Germany, Italy and United Kingdom have backed the Gaza Reconstruction Plan proposed by Egypt and endorsed by the Arab Summit 2025.
(2025-03-09). Watch: Trump's Golf resort vandalized, painted with "Gaza not for sale" ummid.com In what is seen as the strong rebuttal of U.S. President Donald Trump's "Gaza takeover plan" his Turnberry golf resort in Scotland was Saturday vandalized and painted with pro-Palestine graffiti.
(2025-03-09). Trump golf course targeted over Gaza proposal (VIDEO). 
Activists have vandalized the US president's Turnberry resort in protest of his plans to relocate Palestinians from the enclave | Pro-Palestinian activists have vandalized US President Donald Trump's Turnberry golf resort in Scotland in response to his proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza and transform the area into a tourist destination. | Palestine Action, the group behind the protest, said on Saturday that the action was "in response to the American administration's plans and threats to destroy, ethnically cleanse, and 'take over' the Palestinian Gaza Strip." | Videos shared by the activists show "GA…
(2025-03-09). Gaza protesters vandalise Trump's Scottish golf resort. scmp.com Palestine Action says Trump is treating Gaza like his property, and it wants to show 'his own property is not safe' from acts of resistance.
(2025-03-09). Our Species Is Being Genetically Modified. Are We Witnessing Humanity's March Toward Extinction? Viruses Are Our Friends, Not Our Foes. globalresearch.ca
(2025-03-09). US Crimes against the People of Iraq, Vietnam, Nicaragua, … : Denial, Selective Perception and Military Atrocities. globalresearch.ca It was under the watch of his father, George Bush, Snr., that in 1991, thousands of Iraqi conscripts were buried alive in southern Iraq…
(2025-03-09). Doctors Warn of 'Alarming' Surge in Heart Attacks Among Healthy Young Americans. globalresearch.ca Doctors are warning of an "alarming" surge in heart attacks among healthy young Americans as new data shows the numbers are skyrocketing. | New
(2025-03-09). America's Perpetual War: Six Questions. globalresearch.ca America's multi-trillion dollar perpetual war has denied and deprived millions of Americans of decent income, adequate housing, needed foods, necessary health care, safety on the street, reliable infrastructure facilities, essential education…
(2025-03-09). WEF Davos 2025 — More Grotesque Than Ever. Robotizing and Depopulating. Peter Koenig. globalresearch.ca The 2025 Davos WEF: 'Collaboration for the Intelligent Age': Depopulating, robotizing, digitally controlling mankind is confining the populus into a Digital Gulag. | They will never achieve it.
(2025-03-09). History of US-Iran Relations: "Regime Change" and the Islamic State in 1979? Ayatollah Khomeini, an Instrument of the U.S.? globalresearch.ca According to Sami Karimi in this timely analysis of Iran's 1979 Revolution, the US and its European allies favored the creation of an Islamic State headed by Ayatollah Khomeini, Iran's spiritual leader, with a view to undermining Iran's leftist-progressive …
(2025-03-09). U.N. Security Council Meeting on "Threats to International Peace": The Ukraine War Could have Been Avoided. Address by George Szamuely. globalresearch.ca First published on November 5, 2024 | Thank you, Madam President, and thank you for giving me this opportunity to address this distinguished body. | If ever a war could easily have been avoided, the war in Ukraine is that war. If …
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic announces transformative $1.9B investment in Arizona. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Arizona will reimagine the healthcare experience for patients and staff and expand clinical space on the Phoenix campus by nearly 60% PHOENIX — Today, Mayo Clinic announced a nearly $1.9 billion investment in the continued transformation of its Phoenix campus as part of its Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Arizona will enable new innovative care concepts, physical…
(2025-03-09). 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…
(2025-03-09). Human Dignity and Legal Duty Make the Case for Enforcing the Laws of War. icrc.org Upholding the laws of war is essential for immediate humanitarian relief—and long-term conflict resolution.
(2025-03-09). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: The value of neutrality for humanitarian work. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). Philippines: Focusing on humanitarian action in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). The ICRC: Frequently asked questions about our work. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). Strengthening Respect for IHL: Building on Commonalities with Islamic Law. icrc.org 17-19 February 2025…
(2025-03-09). Peru: Soldiers at VRAEM bases learn the rules of war. icrc.org Better knowledge of the law fosters greater respect for civilians and better protection for all they hold dear.
(2025-03-09). Philippines: ICRC and Marawi City Water District improve delivery of water supply for residents of Marawi. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). Reneging on cluster munitions ban endangers civilian lives and erodes IHL. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). South Sudan Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org January to December 2024…
(2025-03-09). South Sudan: Using sports and arts to combat sexual and gender-based violence. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). ICRC Activities in Jordan: Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org An overview of ICRC activities in Jordan in 2024…
(2025-03-09). Myanmar: Operational Facts and Figures — January to December 2024. icrc.org
(2025-03-09). An Inequality Tale of Two Capital Cities. inequality.org
(2025-03-09). They Wanted It … smoothiex12.blogspot.com I am not even sure that this is fresh, but that's around Kharkov.
Hey, CIA (and MI6) also celebrated the fall of Assad. Why don't they send their wives and daughters to visit there, I am sure Russians at Khmeimim will be surprised at the gates … But then again, there is no atrocity these guys will not commit as long as their precious universe is untouched.
(2025-03-09). Trump's supposedly one-sided support for Russia over Ukraine. gilbertdoctorow.com Trump's supposedly one-sided support for Russia over Ukraine In the past two days, major media have highlighted what they call Donald Trump's blatant favoritism towards Russia by his withdrawal of U.S. materiel and intel assistance to Kiev. The morning news brings accounts of the damage caused to Ukrainian energy infrastructure, hotels and residential housing by …
(2025-03-09). Kiev invokes God in threat against Crimean Bridge. 
Moscow has responded with a proverb and another religious reference | Ukraine is planning a third strike on Russia's Crimean Bridge, Ukrainian Navy Chief Aleksey Neizhpapa told The Guardian in an interview published on Saturday. | The bridge, which was completed in 2020, serves as a vital link between the Crimean Peninsula in the Black Sea and mainland Russia. Since the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in 2022, Kiev has repeatedly attempted to damage or destroy it, justifying its actions by claiming that the structure has strategic military value for Moscow. While Ukraine has launched several attacks, the br…
(2025-03-09). Ukraine's losses mounting due to US intel freeze — Time. 
Kiev is struggling to hold on to its foothold in Russia's Kursk Region, sources have told the magazine | The recent suspension of US intelligence sharing with Ukraine has critically weakened Kiev's defense capabilities, leading to substantial casualties, territorial losses — particularly in the occupied part of Russia's Kursk Region — and plummeting morale, Time reported on Friday, citing Western and Ukrainian officials familiar with the situation. | One unnamed official claimed that the lack of US intel directly resulted in "hundreds of dead Ukrainians," adding that "the biggest problem is morale,"
(2025-03-09). Kshama Sawant: We Must Revolt Against the Ruling Class. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-09). In Contempt #50: National Guard Sent in to New York Prisons, Leonard Peltier Comes Home. indybay.org In this column, It's Going Down presents a monthly roundup of political prisoner, prison rebel, and repression news, happenings, announcements, action and analysis. Packed in as always are updates, fundraisers, and birthdays.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). 186 migrants missing after four boats capsize off Yemen and Djibouti coasts. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced today, Friday, that 186 African migrants are missing after four boats capsized off the Yemeni and Djiboutian coasts last night.In a post on the "X" platform, the organization stated that it is verifying "deeply concerning reports" about the incident, noting that "558 people have lost their lives on the migration route between the Horn of Africa and Yemen in 2024."IOM emphasized the urgent need for "immediate action to save lives," highlighting the continued risks migrants face along this perilous sea route. "Migrants need safe alternatives and…
(2025-03-09). La Repubblica Popolare Cinese continua mantenersi salda di fronte alle provocazioni occidentali. strategic-culture.su Mentre il mondo è attanagliato dai conflitti, la Cina continua il suo costante sviluppo economico. Quali obiettivi si porrà il Regno di Mezzo in un mondo multipolare? | Segue nostro Mentre si cerca di distrarre la Russia con "offerte" ancora tutte da chiarire, gli analisti e i decision maker statunitensi puntano con convinzione verso quella che considerano la vera minaccia all'imperialismo a stelle strisce: la Repubblica Popolare Cinese…
(2025-03-09). Journalist Patricio Aguilar shot and killed in Ecuador. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). US not to participate in any NATO military exercises in Europe: Report. presstv.ir The US has told NATO it does not plan to participate in any military exercises in Europe beyond 2025.
(2025-03-09). Columbia University's Nazi Tradition. worldbeyondwar.org 
By David Swanson, World BEYOND War, March 8, 2025 | According to
(2025-03-09). Elon Loses Billions as Tesla Protests Rise Nationwide. indybay.org WASHINGTON (02-08) — Located on busy M Street in tony Georgetown, the Tesla dealership was the scene of a weekly protest as part of an ongoing worldwide #TeslaTakeDown campaign. Protesters demonstrated against the electric car company and its unelected CEO Elon Musk head of DOGE for the dismantling of the American government and for ongoing public displays of his Nazi sympathies.
(2025-03-09). Italia, all'armi! Ma anche no. strategic-culture.su C'è vento di guerra in Europa. Sembra di essere negli anni Venti dello scorso secolo. In Italia il problema è anche costituzionale. | Segue nostro La questione costituzionale | La questione della difesa europea, regolata dal metodo intergovernativo secondo il Trattato di Lisbona del 2007 e non da quello comunitario, rappresenta un confine critico: oltrepassarlo significherebbe sancire la fine degli Stati nazionali a favore di una struttu…
(2025-03-09). University workers: 'We will not be silenced on Palestine'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Women call for peace and justice in Palestine. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Man with Palestine flag arrested after scaling London's Big Ben. newarab.com 
Pictures from the scene showed a cherry picker transporting him to waiting emergency crews on the ground. | London's Metropolitan Police force, which was first alerted to the climber around 0700 GMT on Saturday, said the man…
(2025-03-09). Palestine flag demonstrator arrested after Big Ben climb. indybay.org
(2025-03-09). Demand the Immediate Release of Palestinian Student Activist Mahmoud Khalil from DHS Detention. indybay.org On the evening of March 8, 2025, Columbia University student activist Mahmoud Khalil was detained by the Department of Homeland Security. The arrest comes on the heels of the Department of State's announcement that it plans to deport students affiliated with pro-Palestine protests. The student, who is Palestinian, is a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.
(2025-03-09). Peru's president accuses 'bad press' of coup plotting. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). Chamber of Commerce of Cuba to review results in 2024. plenglish.com Havana, Mar 9 (Prensa Latina) The General Assembly of Associates of the Chamber of Commerce of the Republic of Cuba informed that it will review its actions during 2024 on March 20.
(2025-03-09). Zimbabwe con importante delegación a Cumbre GYS-25 en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 9 de mar (RHC) Una amplia delegación de Zimbabwe viajó hoy a Cuba a la Cumbre Mundial de la Juventud (GYS-25) en Varadero, organizada por la Unión Internacional de Telecomunicaciones y el Ministerio de Comunicaciones de la isla.
(2025-03-09). Presidenta de México encabeza evento en emblemático Zócalo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 9 de mar (RHC) La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, convocó a los ciudadanos a participar hoy en un evento en la emblemática plaza del Zócalo, durante el cual pronunciará un discurso y se realizarán diversas actividades artísticas.
(2025-03-09). Representantes de Cuba y Sri Lanka hablan sobre intercambio comercial. radiohc.cu La Habana, 9 de mar (RHC) El embajador de Cuba en Sri Lanka, Andrés González, y Sampath Anuruddha, director general de la compañía Jaindi Exports (Pvt) Ltd, dialogaron hoy sobre oportunidades de comercio con la isla caribeña.
(2009-03-25). Daria Saburova: 'We must take an interest in the complex realities of Ukrainian society'. links.org.au 
Daria Saburova analyses how structures of armed and unarmed resistance have developed in Ukraine, three years after the start of Russia's full-scale war.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). Iranian, Russian, Chinese forces to hold joint naval exercise: Beijing. presstv.ir Iranian, Russian and Chinese forces are set to stage a joint naval exercise in areas near Iran's Chabahar Port and eye closer military cooperation.
(2025-03-09). The Pacifist Origins of International Women's Day. worldbeyondwar.org 
When Russian and Ukrainian women refuse to let their sons and husbands kill and die in war, this will be the best security guarantee for Russia and Ukraine. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-03-09). Trump, Zelensky to visit Saudi Arabia. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have revealed their plan to visit Saudi Arabia as part of the ongoing effort to end the Russia Ukraine war.
(2025-03-09). Ukraine War: Time to Seize Opportunity of Peace Before it Slips Away. ummid.com This is a time when efforts for ending Russia Ukraine war as early as possible should get everyone's support.
(2025-03-09). Putin 'went through a phoney witch hunt': why Trump fawns over Russian president. scmp.com Experts say the US president likes to brag about his ties with the Kremlin chief because he 'sees Putin as almost an aspirational figure'.
(2025-03-09). Russian special forces use pipeline to surprise Ukrainian troops. scmp.com Ukrainian soldiers seized about 1,300 square kilometres of Russia's Kursk region in 2024 to gain a bargaining chip for future negotiations.
(2025-03-09). Archangel Michael … smoothiex12.blogspot.com the song is about how you die (yes, Russians have this thing about dying in battle), but it is also how you live … Sadly, it is difficult to point to all references in this song.
But then again, one of the greatest voices not just in rock sings about sons and mothers … Sadly, there is no way to convey this profundity … Mother saying prayer over dying son …
(2025-03-09). Green Left Show #52: US socialists respond to Trump whirlwind. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Supreme Court Grants Bail in High-Profile Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court has granted bail to Arun Pati Tripathi, a former excise officer embroiled in a cheating and corruption case connected to the extensive liquor scam in Chhattisgarh. The court specified that while he is entitled to bail, his release would only occur on April 10, 2025, to preserve the integrity of the ongoing investigation.
(2025-03-09). Les politiques de Donald Trump et les analogies historiques. thealtworld.com Après le retour de Donald Trump à la Maison Blanche, de nombreuses comparaisons avec les précédents présidents américains ont commencé à être énoncées. Pour la plupart, les commentateurs ont souligné que c'était la deuxième fois qu'un candidat ayant fait une pause entre deux mandats présidentiels devenait président pour un second mandat. La première fois, c'était avec Stephen Grover Cleveland (1885-89 et 1893-97, qui fut respectivement le 22ème et 24ème président). La comparaison avec Cleveland s'arrête là . Il s'agissait d'ailleurs d'un représentant du parti démocrate. | Le sociologue argentin Atilio Boron a att…
(2025-03-09). Trump announces Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company to invest $100 billion in US manufacturing. wsws.org The generally law-abiding TSMC did not even submit the investment plan to Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs for assessment and approval, as it had previously done. In other words, the announcement was made unilaterally by the Trump administration.
(2025-03-09). Ukraine fully committed to constructive dialogue with US: President Zelensky. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky meet at Trump Tower in New York City, US. — Reuters/FileUkraine seeking peace from very first second of this war: Zelensky.President says he will meet MBS in Saudi Arabia next week.Kyiv's delegation to stay in…
(2009-03-25). Trump 2.0: A new stage of imperialism. links.org.au 
Paul Clarke — We are facing a new era of heightened US nationalism, imperialist bullying and oligarchic rule by diktat.
(2025-03-09). Mexican journalist Kristian Zavala killed after seeking state protection. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). Bosnian Serbs adopt 'foreign agent' law targeting independent media. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). Ugandan anti-terrorism officers brutally assault journalist. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). CPJ: Georgia must free Mzia Amaghlobeli after 53 days in jail for a slap. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). Media21 outlet shuttered, 4 journalists arrested in Iraq. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). Azerbaijan arrests 2 more journalists in Meydan TV case. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). Europe has gone mad. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-09). Last stand of the Alawites. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-09). The Greatest Show must go on. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-09). Trump may succeed where others failed in personnel cutting. strategic-culture.su Disclaimer: Then-Vice President Al Gore awarded my State Department team in Seoul in the mid-90's a Hammer Award for helping "reinvent government." Gore was in charge of the Clinton-era plan to create a government that costs less and works better. The plan mostly depended on us run-of-the-mill employees to come up with cost saving hacks and strategies within our own offices.
(2025-03-09). US Warns Citizens Against Travel to Pakistan Due to Terror Threats. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-09). 'Freedom Is Not a Privilege—It Is a Right': Afghan Women Face Unrelenting Oppression as World Marks Int'l Women's Day. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-09). Connecting African women in Europe: Interview with Joy Machugu Zenz. globalvoices.org 
(2025-03-09). The ambiguity of my Jamaican sound. globalvoices.org 
(2025-03-09). Belarus: Two years since the unfair sentence against three Viasna members. fidh.org
(2025-03-09). Egypt : Joint letter calling for a presidential pardon for Alaa Abd el-Fattah. fidh.org
(2025-03-09). Joint statement of the blocking of Zawia 3: A serious escalation in Egypt's restrictions on press freedom. fidh.org
(2025-03-09). Türkiye otomotiv endàºstrisinin ≈üubat ihracatƒ± yakla≈üƒ±k 3 milyar dolar oldu. img.piri.net 
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(2025-03-09). On International Women's Day, a call for Jamaica to combat systemic barriers that hold women back. globalvoices.org 
(2025-03-09). Minister Creecy to visit Free State accident victims. sanews.gov.za Minister Creecy to visit Free State accident victims | Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy is expected to pay a visit to the two remaining patients who were involved in an accident that claimed the lives of 10 people in the Free State province earlier in the week. | The Minister will visit the patients on Monday at the Pelonomi Hospital. | The crash occurred on Wednesday at approximately 03: 00 on the N6, approximately 15km south of Reddersburg towards Smithfield. | It involved a Mercedes Benz City to City bus carrying 33 passengers and a Volvo Truck-Tractor | "Other crash victims who had been admitted at Pelonom…
(2025-03-09). Minister Ramokgopa to engage North West on electricity challenges. sanews.gov.za Minister Ramokgopa to engage North West on electricity challenges | Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, will lead an intergovernmental engagement with all municipalities in the North West province do discuss electricity challenges and introduce effective interventions. | He will be joined by Premier of the North West, Lazarus Kagiso Mokgosi, during Monday's meeting. | This initiative follows the Minister's recent engagements with municipalities in Limpopo and the Free State, where similar discussions were held to address municipal electricity issues. | "This effort is in line with the se…
(2025-03-09). President Ramaphosa pays tribute to Dr Gomolemo Mokae. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa pays tribute to Dr Gomolemo Mokae | President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the brutal killing of medical doctor, author and black consciousness intellectual Dr Gomolemo Mokae. | "The brutality inflicted on Dr Gomolemo Mokae and Pam Mabini — and recently, Imam Muhsin Hendricks — demonstrate that violent criminals have no regard for the lives of South Africans, including selfless and caring citizens who become known publicly for the contributions they make to the upliftment and protection of fellow citizens," the President said on Sunday. | Mokae, 61, was found dead in his Ga-Rankuw…
(2025-03-09). Artist Cecily Brown's first exhibition at The Barnes Foundation in Philly is a 30-year retrospective. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? One of the most acclaimed contemporary artists of the last 30 years is the subject of a touring exhibition that has landed at the " A co-production of the Barnes and the Dallas Museum of Art,…
(2025-03-09). Tunisia: Call for the European Union to send international observers to the so-called "conspiracy" trial. fidh.org
(2025-03-09). Philly anti-violence group says a national gun violence ad campaign missed the mark. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Dorothy Johnson-Speight said she's disappointed over the lack of representation in a new national advertising campaign that addresses gun safety issues among teens and children. | The ad
(2025-03-09). Another huge demonstration in Syntagma over Tempe tragedy: "No cover-up—No compromise" defenddemocracy.press 
(2025-03-09). The Democrats' Necessary Apology. cepr.net
(2025-03-09). The Musk-Trump Big Lie on Social Security. cepr.net
(2025-03-09). Trump Administration Investigates Major Egg Producers Over Price Hikes #Trump #Administration #Investigates #Major #Producers #Price #Hikes #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – AzerNews) | The Department of Justice has reportedly launched an | investigation into the sharp rise in egg prices, examining whether | major producers colluded to inflate costs or restrict …
(2025-03-09). Much-Touted White House Crypto Summit Proved Much Ado About Nothing: Digital Money Expert. sputnikglobe.com The White House held its first-ever Crypto Summit last Friday, bringing together senior government figures, including President Trump, and top industry execs to discuss the future of decentralized digital money. Sputnik reached out to a leading expert in the field to learn why the summit didn't turn out as the grand event it was hyped up to be.
(2025-03-09). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-03-09). Right-wing media watch — Right-wing press rush to axe Ed Miliband. leftfootforward.org The right-wing press is once again indulging its favourite pastime – taking aim at Ed Miliband and Net Zero.
(2025-03-09). Unions call on government to strengthen protection for creative industry workers against AI exploitation. leftfootforward.org Writers' work is already being stolen on an industrial scale to train AI systems, without permission or payment, and is thereby infringing 300-year-old copyright protections.
(2025-03-09). Türkiye'nin gà∂ràºnmeyen kahramanlarƒ±: àñzel Kuvvetler Komutanlƒ±ƒüƒ±'nƒ±n zorlu kƒ±≈ü eƒüitiimi. img.piri.net 
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(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). '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.
(2025-03-09). US alliances in tatters under Trump, Koreans worried. presstv.ir In the wake of US President Donald Trump abandoning Ukraine and long-standing alliances, South Korea has grown increasingly concerned about America's commitment to the region.
(2025-03-09). Iran will not wait for any letter from US: Parliament speaker. presstv.ir Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says Iran will not wait for any letter from the United States as the country relies on its domestic capacities.
(2025-03-09). Trump admin. revokes Iraq's sanctions waiver for Iranian electricity imports. presstv.ir The Donald Trump administration has refused to renew a sanctions waiver that previously allowed Iraq to pay for electricity imported from Iran.
(2025-03-09). Ex-Fox News host and Trump aide slams US war propaganda against Iran. presstv.ir US media personality and former Fox News presenter Tucker Carlson, who is known to be close to President Donald Trump, slams US war propaganda against Iran.
(2025-03-09). Iran slams Canada's new sanctions as 'deceitful', in breach of int'l law. presstv.ir The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly denounced the latest round of Canadian sanctions against the Islamic Republic, characterizing them as "deceitful" and "in violation of international law."
(2025-03-09). Role of world's largest gas field in Iran's energy security. presstv.ir With a daily production of more than 700 million cubic meters, South Pars provides 75% of Iran's gas needs, which shows how important it is to the country's energy security.
(2025-03-09). 4] Tawhid — Pure Islamic Monotheism. salaficentre.com The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy Al-Allamah Zaid Bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: Tawhid Ar-Robubiyyah: Firm belief and clear affirmation that Allah (alone) is The Lord and Owner of everything. He (alone) is the Creator, Provider and He (alone) gives life and death. He (alone) …
(2025-03-09). Wagers allowed only for racing camels, or horses or shooting arrows. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said: "Wagers are allowed only for racing camels, or horses or shooting arrows". [Sahih Sunan Abi Dawud 2574] Imam Al-Khattabi, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: "Wagers and gifts (prizes) are only …
(2025-03-09). The 5 richest women in the world on Women's Day. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — On March 8th, we celebrate International Women's Day, a global occasion honoring the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Today, we will walk you through the names of the world's richest women.World's richest women: According to Forbes India, the five richest women in the world are Alice Walton, Francoise Bettencourt, Julia Koch, Jacqueline Mars, and Rafaela Aponte-Diamant. | 1. Alice Walton | Alice Walton, the American heiress to the Walmart fortune as the daughter of founder Sam Walton, has a net worth of approximately $112.5 billion. She is by far the richest…
(2025-03-09). Everything you need to know about the new flying taxi. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Joby Aviation, an American venture-backed aviation company, has partnered with Uber Technologies, the multinational transportation giant, and Delta Air Lines, a major US airline, to launch the new flying taxis.An Uber ride in a flying taxi: The three major companies have partnered to launch an innovative new experience, allowing users to order an Uber ride in a flying taxi. The driver will be a pilot, and the vehicle will be an eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft), which uses electric power to hover, take off, and land vertically. | Joby Aviation, Uber, and Delta Air Lines are…
(2025-03-09). Microsoft's new AI model competes with OpenAI. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Microsoft, the American multinational technology company, has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) model, positioning itself as a competitor to the models developed by OpenAI, the American AI research organization.Microsoft competes with OpenAI: The well-known tech company is currently developing its own artificial intelligence (AI) models to compete with OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, the popular chatbot. | According to sources, Microsoft has begun testing new AI models from xAI, Meta, and DeepSeek as it plans to replace the OpenAI models currently used in its Copilot, the generativ…
(2025-03-09). Ariana Grande teases 'Brighter Days'—Eternal Sunshine deluxe album incoming. albawaba.com 
(2025-03-09). Osama Dawoud health scare shifts Social Media views on vaping. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Osama Dawoud vaping warning sparks major social media debate on health.Osama Dawoud, a Snapchat star, disclosed the specifics of his recent medical emergency that necessitated his hospitalization, stating that the "vape" of electronic cigarettes was the primary cause of his condition's decline. Vapor from electronic cigarettes"I was going to lose my family, children, and loved ones… all this at the age of 31, and the reason is the vape," Dawoud stated in a video clip when he was lying on a hospital bed, expressing his amazement at what he had been exposed to.He clarified that he thought the electroni…
(2025-03-09). Gen Z's 'No Buy' movement: fighting fast fashion and overspending. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — Generation Z, or Gen Z, also known as Zoomers, refers to people born approximately between 1997 and 2012, initiated the 'No Buy' movement with the aim of fighting fast fashion and overspending.'No buy' movement on TikTok: Gen Z started the 'No Buy' movement on TikTok, the popular social media app that allows users to create, watch, and share short videos shot on mobile devices or webcams. | Millennials, also known as Generation Y, are people born approximately between 1981 and 1996, they, along with Gen Z, have followed the new movement. Both generations boycotted shopping, fast fashion, o…
(2025-03-09). Is Saad Lamjarred launching his own cryptocurrency. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Renowned Moroccan singer Saad Lamjarred went viral across social media after taking to his official X account (formerly known as Twitter) and announcing his interest in launching a cryptocurrency. Lamjarred only announced his interest in cryptocurrency on Musk's X where he wrote, "My dear fans and followers, I'm planning to launch my own token, but I want to do it differently not the usual way." He stated further, "My goal is to create a token that genuinely benefits my fans and followers, with tokenomics designed to bring communities closer together. I'd love for it to tie into my events, concerts and…
(2025-03-09). "Boycott Tesla": Protests in Portugal against Elon Musk's far-right support. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – On Sunday, Elon Musk's backing of far-right parties in Europe was condemned by dozens of demonstrators who gathered outside a Tesla dealership in Lisbon. According to Reuters, the protest takes place as Portugal deals with political unpredictability and the prospect of early elections.Musk has been promoting far-right groups and individuals in Germany, the UK, Italy, and Romania via his platform, X (previously Twitter). The far-right Chega party has grown and is now the third-largest force in the Portuguese parliament, despite his lack of active political involvement.Signs showing Musk and former US Pr…
(2025-03-09). US secret service shoots armed suspect near the white house. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – After an altercation with law enforcement, the U.S. Secret Service revealed that officers fired on an armed suspect close to the White House early on Sunday morning.Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said the agency had previously received a warning from local police about a "suicidal" person coming from Indiana to Washington.When cops approached the man, who was carrying a gun, he was apprehended on a street near the White House. Following a gunfight, the suspect was shot by Secret Service officers and taken to a nearby hospital. His condition has not been disclosed in any further detail.Polic…
(2025-03-09). Prince Harry and Meghan Markle criticized over daughter Lilibet's boat photo. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – After posting a picture of their three-year-old daughter Lilibet on a boat excursion in honor of International Women's Day without a life jacket, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have drawn harsh criticism.Meghan shared the image on Instagram, showing Lilibet sitting on Harry's knee as he gives her a head kiss. Social media users, however, voiced their concerns, pointing out that California law mandates that children under the age of 13 wear life jackets while the boat is moving.The Daily Mail claims that this rule is applicable to boats of all sizes.Critics warned of the possibility of unexpected mishap…
(2025-03-09). BSF Jawan Thwarts Smuggling Attempt at India-Bangladesh Border. devdiscourse.com A dramatic confrontation unfolded at the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, where a BSF jawan resorted to firing his pump action gun in self-defense against alleged smugglers.
(2025-03-09). Attacks in Thailand's south kill five, wound 13, police say. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Japan's worst wildfire in 50 years brought under control: Mayor. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). New citizens enrich Singapore, invigorate economy 'in ways beyond what numbers can show': SM Lee. channelnewsasia.com He also called on Singaporeans to "firmly reject" those who play up nativist and xenophobic sentiments for political gain.
(2025-03-09). Vending machine meal credits to help South West district residents with cost pressures. channelnewsasia.com The South West Community Development Council is distributing S$600,000 in meal vouchers sponsored by Select F&B group as part of SG60 celebrations.
(2025-03-09). Alpine skiing-Truppe wins as Shiffrin sets World Cup podiums record. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Ankalaev beats Pereira to become UFC light heavyweight champion. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Arsenal not scared to go to Old Trafford to win, Odegaard says before Man United clash. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Champions League qualification won't come from the sky, says Man City's Guardiola. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Cross-Country Skiing-Sweden's Karlsson wins women's 50km mass. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). India need 252 to win Champions Trophy. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Nuno tells Forest to enjoy the ride after beating Man City. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Calm night for pope, Vatican says, as condition improves. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Former central banker favoured to replace Trudeau as Canada PM. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Actress Emily Osment files for divorce after less than 5 months of marriage. channelnewsasia.com The two were married on Oct 12 last year.
(2025-03-09). English singer Nathan Sykes walked away from record deal after his The Wanted bandmate was diagnosed with cancer. channelnewsasia.com Sykes walked away from his record deal so that he could tour with The Wanted.
(2025-03-09). Where do top chefs eat in Bangkok, Thailand? channelnewsasia.com From street food stalwarts and Michelin-garlanded fine dining to the best bars and bakeries, find out where top chefs eat in Asia's most exciting culinary destination.
(2025-03-09). What's it like to sing your heart out with total strangers? I joined this unique community choir to find out. channelnewsasia.com In the new CNA Lifestyle series Take It Offline, we check out some of the unusual ways people socialise and bond in Singapore. First up: We attended Sing Song Social Club, a community choir by Singaporean singer Aarika Lee.
(2025-03-09). Djokovic rues bad day at the office after shocking Indian Wells loss. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Can supplements actually boost your immune system? What real benefits do they have? channelnewsasia.com We asked experts about whether they have real benefits.
(2025-03-09). Heard of the run-walk method? Turns out walking is the secret to better running. channelnewsasia.com The run-walk method is often considered a training plan for beginners. But runners of all levels can benefit from the strategy.
(2025-03-09). Floods, mass power cuts as wild weather bashes eastern Australia. channelnewsasia.com The situation in Queensland and northern New South Wales remains very serious, said Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
(2025-03-09). Man with Palestinian flag arrested after scaling London's Big Ben. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-09). Pope Francis, starting fourth week in hospital, showing improvement: Vatican. channelnewsasia.com Pope Francis has not been seen in public since entering hospital, his longest such absence since his papacy started nearly 12 years ago.
(2025-03-09). Webinaire : Femmes et Promotion de la Paix : Pour un Monde Sans Guerre. worldbeyondwar.org Ce webinaire, organisé à l'occasion de la Journée internationale de la femme par le Chapitre sénégalais de World BEYOND War, en collaboration avec WILPF Senegal. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-03-09). Tragic Collision Claims Four Lives at Gujarat-Rajasthan Border. devdiscourse.com In a tragic incident near the Gujarat-Rajasthan border, four individuals were killed following a head-on collision between two motorcycles on Sunday morning.
(2025-03-09). Virgin Group to Challenge Eurostar with New Rail Services. devdiscourse.com Richard Branson's Virgin Group announced plans to launch cross-channel rail services aiming for competition with Eurostar. The company targets raising 700 million pounds to fund this ambitious project.
(2025-03-09). Rapido Gears Up for 500-City Expansion, Eyes Indian Mobility Market Domination. devdiscourse.com Rapido, a leading ride-hailing app, has announced an ambitious plan to expand into 500 cities across India this year. This move comes as the company seeks to harness the vast mobility opportunities in the Indian market, according to co-founder Pavan Guntupalli.
(2025-03-09). Madhuri Dixit: Dance as a Spiritual Prayer. devdiscourse.com Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit is set to take the stage at the 25th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards in Jaipur, underscoring her deep spiritual connection to dance, which she considers a form of prayer.
(2025-03-09). Kriti Sanon's Quest for Creativity in Web Series and Cinematic Triumphs. devdiscourse.com Actor Kriti Sanon is eyeing opportunities in web series but insists the projects must be innovative to pique her interest. Sanon, who won the Best Performance in a Leading Role at the IIFA Digital Awards for 'Do Patti,' desires roles that push her creatively.
(2025-03-09). Empowered Women: Delhi's Trailblazers on Wheels. devdiscourse.com In a celebration of female empowerment, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena honored a group of extraordinary women at a special event on Sunday. Recognized for their impressive contributions to society, the honorees included social workers and paralympians who have excelled in various fields.
(2025-03-09). Revolutionizing Child Care: India's Shift from Institutions to Family-Based Solutions. devdiscourse.com In many drought-prone villages across India, seasonal migration due to work leads families into making difficult choices, often resulting in disruption of children's education and increased risks of child labor and early marriages.
(2025-03-09). EPIC Showdown in Parliament: Election, Violence, and Legislative Battles Unfold. devdiscourse.com The Parliament's Budget session resumed on Monday with expectations of a major confrontation between the government and opposition. Key issues include alleged electoral malpractice, violence in Manipur, and the impact of U.S. trade policies.
(2025-03-09). NCLAT Upholds NCLT's Resolution Plan Approval for Duncans Industries. devdiscourse.com The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has dismissed petitions against the National Company Law Tribunal's (NCLT) approval of a resolution plan for Duncans Industries, clarifying the matter of lease renewals is under the West Bengal government's purview.
(2025-03-09). EU Ministers Urge Reduced Dependency on Foreign Medicine Supplies. devdiscourse.com In a significant move, health ministers from 11 European Union countries have advocated for reduced reliance on a select few countries for the supply of essential drugs. This recommendation aims to enhance the bloc's preparedness against future health emergencies.
(2025-03-09). Bihar Boosts Education with Massive Teacher Recruitment Drive. devdiscourse.com Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, issued appointment letters to 51,389 newly recruited teachers on Sunday, marking a significant development in the state's educational sector. These appointments were part of the third phase of the Teachers' Recruitment Examination conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission.
(2025-03-09). Kangana and Madhavan Reunited: Upcoming Thriller Wrapped Up. devdiscourse.com Actor Kangana Ranaut has wrapped up shooting for an upcoming thriller film, reuniting with her 'Tanu Weds Manu' co-star R Madhavan. Directed by Vijay and produced by R Ravindran of Trident Arts, the film remains untitled and plot details are currently undisclosed.
(2025-03-09). Diplomacy on the Move: Marco Rubio's Strategic Visits to Saudi Arabia and Canada. devdiscourse.com In a bid to strengthen diplomatic ties and address pressing global issues, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a significant diplomatic journey. From March 10 to 12, Rubio will visit Saudi Arabia where he is scheduled for talks with Ukrainian counterparts and an essential meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.
(2025-03-09). Return of the King: Gyanendra Shah's Homecoming Fuels Monarchy Debate. devdiscourse.com Nepal's former King Gyanendra Shah returned to Kathmandu on Sunday, sparking a wave of enthusiasm among pro-monarchy supporters. Tight security was enforced at Tribhuvan International Airport as loyalists arrived to welcome the ex-king.
(2025-03-09). New Zealand Faces India's Bowling Fury in Champions Trophy Final. devdiscourse.com The Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand marked a gripping encounter as New Zealand's batting order was tested by India's formidable bowling force.
(2025-03-09). Spinners Shine in Champions Trophy Showdown. devdiscourse.com In a gripping Champions Trophy final, Kuldeep Yadav and the Indian spin contingent proved pivotal. Despite battling spiritedly behind Daryl Mitchell's 63 and Michael Bracewell's 53, New Zealand was restricted to a manageable 251 for seven due to masterful spin tactics.
(2025-03-09). Mohammedan Sporting Faces Last Shot at Redemption in ISL. devdiscourse.com Mohammedan Sporting, positioned at the bottom of the Indian Super League, is eyeing redemption in their upcoming and final clash against Punjab FC on Monday.
(2025-03-09). Doubts emerge over the 'integrity of German election results'. defenddemocracy.press Anne-Laure Dufeal Feb. 24, 2025 Questions are mounting over the integrity of Germany's snap federal election, with concerns largely focused on the hurdles faced by Germans living abroad. Following the February 23 ballot, former president of the German Constitutional Court, Hans-Jàºrgen Papier, argued on February 24 that the "process surrounding the current elections of Germans …
(2025-03-09). Thousands of Australians without power as storm Alfred lashes Queensland. geo.tv 
A damaged foreshore of a beach is seen following heavy rains and winds caused by Cyclone Alfred on the Gold Coast, Australia, March 8, 2025. — Reuters Hundreds of thousands of people in Australia's Queensland state were without power on Sunday after Alfred, a downgraded…
(2025-03-09). After 4.5 years of Adani vs Pennings, court delays another month. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Controversial security company G4S given NT corrections contact. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Dutton slammed over threat to cut 36,000 public service jobs. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Dying With Dignity Victoria uses federal election to call for access equity. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). National rallies: Stop killing women. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). As Star Casino implodes, union calls for 'certainty' for thousands of workers. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Thousands rally for International Women's Day. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Vic public servants rally against Labor's proposed job cuts. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Jenny Rolfe challenges the major parties in the Riverina. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Hypertension and cardiovascular disease in the Black community. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. African Americans are significantly affected by heart disease, resulting in higher mortality rates compared to white Americans. One of the reasons for the disparity is the high hypertension rates in the Black community. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, can increase your risk of developing heart disease. Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, discusses cardiovascular disease and…
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Know the warning signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's often silent but can be a deadly killer. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that occurs in 1 in 500 people. Dr. Said Alsidawi, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says the problem is that many people don't even know they have it because they have no symptoms. And in many cases, the first presentation is sudden cardiac death. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 07) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Managing respiratory illness at home. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org According to U.S. health officials, the number of acute respiratory illnesses causing people to seek medical care remains at a high level. Seasonal influenza activity, in particular, remains elevated across the country. If you or a family member has the flu or other respiratory infection, Dr. Tina Ardon, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says there are ways to manage most respiratory infection symptoms at home. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/zldc_C2a-vI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video…
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Sleep and heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Does how much you sleep affect your heart? According to health officials, adults who sleep fewer than seven hours each night are more likely to experience health problems. Dr. Juan Cardenas Rosales, an internal medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, stresses that adequate sleep is crucial for your overall well-being, including your heart health. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News…
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips for better sleep. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Daylight Saving Time begins March 9 when clocks spring an hour forward early Sunday morning. No matter if you need five hours of sleep or eight, the key is getting good, refreshing rest. According to Dr. Virend Somers, a cardiologist who specializes in sleep disorders, how much sleep a person needs varies from person to person. However, there are some simple tips that everyone can use to get better sleep. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/fjVA_mmFmxU Journalists: …
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Weight loss and genetics. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: It seems like no matter what I do, I can't lose weight. Most of my family members struggle with their weight too. Do our genetics play a part in this? ANSWER: It's important to understand that we are all unique and gain weight for many different reasons. When trying to understand weight gain and why some of us have difficulty losing weight, there are factors such as gut and brain connections, how we control…
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Understanding colorectal cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I recently read that more and more young people are getting diagnosed with colorectal cancer. I'm in my 30s, am I at risk? What does colorectal mean? ANSWER: The term colorectal cancer combines colon and rectal cancer, two parts of the intestine. The first part of the large intestine is called the colon, and the last part refers to the rectum. These two divisions of colorectal cancer are important because they're often treated differently. Cancers of the colon, for example,…
(2025-03-09). VIDEO: Making surgery for meningiomas safer with advanced technology. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Treatment for meningiomas, the most common type of brain tumor, is now safer thanks to technological advancements. At Mayo Clinic, navigation tools and precision imaging help surgeons operate with greater accuracy, improving patient outcomes. Dr. Victoria Clark, a Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon and researcher, focuses on finding better treatments for patients with meningiomas, now and in the future. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/Lt47-YK7Stg Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 25) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2025-03-09). New drug may reduce need for aortic valve surgeries by slowing disease progression. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Aortic valve stenosis (AVS) is a significant health concern affecting over 1.5 million Americans and millions more globally. Researchers at Mayo Clinic are exploring the use of a new drug called ataciguat to manage AVS. Results from preclinical and clinical studies, published in Circulation, show that ataciguat has the potential to significantly slow disease progression. The final step to establish the drug's long-term effectiveness and safety is a phase 3 trial, and…
(2025-03-09). Richard K. Davis, former CEO of Make-A-Wish America and U.S. Bancorp, elected to lead Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Richard K. Davis, former president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America and former executive chair and CEO of U.S. Bancorp, has been elected chair of the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees. He will serve a four-year term beginning Feb. 21. Davis succeeds Michael Powell, who joined the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees in 2011 and was elected chair in 2021. Richard Davis "Richard is a values-driven leader who brings a deep understanding of Mayo Clinic, an unwavering commitment…
(2025-03-09). Tomorrow's Cure: How next-gen ultrasound improves cardiac care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A new solution is transforming cardiac care by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in point-of-care ultrasound. This innovation enables a wider range of medical professionals to capture high-quality cardiac images with confidence, ultimately enhancing diagnostic accuracy and improving clinical outcomes. Check out the latest episode of Tomorrow's Cure to learn more. The podcast episode features Dr. Paul Friedman, cardiologist and chair of Cardiovascular Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and Davidi Vortman,…
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic recognized as 'World's Best Hospital' by Newsweek for the seventh straight year. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Newsweek named Mayo Clinic the No. 1 hospital in its annual list of the "World's Best Hospitals" for the seventh consecutive year. The rankings were released on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Mayo Clinic has again received the No. 1 ranking in Newsweek's list of the "World's Best Hospitals." This is the seventh straight year Mayo Clinic has received the top ranking. "This continued recognition is a tribute to our dedicated staff who consistently deliver unparalleled, compassionate…
(2025-03-09). Mayo's residents and fellows make impact in the hospital and beyond. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Thank a Resident & Fellow Day is Friday, Feb. 28. Mayo Clinic leaders and community leaders show their support and appreciation for the contributions our residents make.
(2025-03-09). Mayo Clinic discovers new role for protein to fight tumors. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered a new role that a specific protein plays in regulating cell resistance and fighting tumors in certain types of cancer.
(2025-03-09). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic recognized as 'World's Best Hospital' by Newsweek for the seventh straight year Mayo Clinic has again received the No. 1 ranking in Newsweek's list of the "World's Best Hospitals." This is the seventh straight year Mayo Clinic has received the top ranking. "This continued recognition is a tribute to our dedicated staff who consistently deliver unparalleled, compassionate…
(2025-03-09). New test distinguishes between prion disease and other causes of rapidly progressive dementia. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In May of 2024, Mayo Clinic launched a new prion test, RT-QuIC Prion, CSF, which can distinguish prion disease from other causes of rapidly progressive dementia — particularly autoimmune forms of dementia and rapidly progressive forms of Alzheimer's disease. "Rapidly progressive dementias are forms of dementia where the patient goes from the first symptom onset to loss of functional independence, usually in less than two years," says John Mills, Ph.D., co-director of Mayo Clinic's Clinical…
(2025-03-09). AI robot answers Umrah questions at Grand Mosque this Ramadan. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia unveiled the "Manara Robot," an The robot, launched by Abdulrahman Al Sudais, the Chief of the Presidency of Religious Affairs in the Two Holy Mosques, uses an integrated database to provide immediate answers to Sharia-related queries. | Available in several languages, the machine is a part of Saudi Arabia's ongoing smart digital transformation, aimed at en…
(2025-03-09). France offers refuge to US researchers fleeing Trump's policies. newarab.com 
Since Trump returned to the White House, his government has cut federal funding for life-saving research and moved to dismiss hundreds of federal workers working on health and climate. | "Many well-known researchers are already questioning their future in the United States," France's minister for higher education and research Philippe Bap…
(2025-03-09). Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei slams 'bullying' after Trump threats. newarab.com 
"Some bully governments – I really don't know of any more appropriate term for some foreign figures and leaders than the word bullying – insist on negotiations," Khamenei told officials after Trump threatened military action if Iran refuses to e…
(2025-03-09). Man with Palestinian flag on London's Big Ben remains on tower. newarab.com 
Police said they were first alerted shortly after 0700 GMT and the man has spent the day barefoot on a ledge several metres up the Crowds have been watching from behind a police cordon, with supporters chanting "Free Pa…
(2025-03-09). South Sudan experiencing 'alarming regression', UN warns. newarab.com 
A fragile power-sharing agreement between President
(2025-03-09). Thailand's Muslim-majority provinces rocked by deadly attacks. newarab.com 
Five people were killed and more than a dozen wounded in two attacks in A low-level conflict has simmered in Thailand's southernmost provinces since 2004, killing more than 7,000 people, as rebels in the A group of more than 10 assailants opened fire outside the district office of Sungai Kolok, a town on the Malaysia-Thailand border, at around 7: 00 pm Saturday (1200 GMT), p…
(2025-03-09). Trump cancels $400m in funds to Columbia for antisemitism claims. newarab.com 
Last week, Trump threatened to cut funding for several colleges that he said allowed "illegal protests", a move that has raised concern among free speech activists. | Tru…
(2025-03-09). Turkey: Around 200 detained after Istanbul Women's Day march. newarab.com 
Police detained some 200 demonstrators in For years protests have been banned in the city's central
(2025-03-09). US cancels visas as Trump seeks to revive Muslim travel ban. newarab.com 
The Trump administration has begun cancelling visas retroactively as part of preparations to American embassies in multiple countries have notified some visa holders – including those already in the United States – that their visas have been revoked. These individuals have been instructed to report to their respective US embassies for further interviews. | T…
(2025-03-09). Four Arab women driving change in tech, business, and academia. newarab.com 
In recent decades, On International Women's Day, we celebrate the contributions of four exceptional Arab women whose leadership continues to shape their industries. | Their leadership not only challenges conventional gender norms but also drives economic and technological advancements across the region. | Here are the contributions of four such women whose work continues…
(2025-03-09). Rubio tells Ukraine that Trump wants to end war 'as soon as possible'. newarab.com 
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on Friday and told him President Donald Trump was determined to end the "The Secretary underscored President Trump is determined to end the war as soon as possible and emphasized that all sides must take steps to secure a sustainable peace," the State Department said in a statement after the call. | Rubio held a separate call to discuss the war earlier in the day with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noà&ac…
(2025-03-09). UK govt cuts funding to anti-Islamophobia charity Tell Mama. newarab.com 
The UK government has announced that it will withdraw all funding for the Since its founding in 2012, Tell Mama has been fully funded by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) to provide a vital service for reporting anti-Muslim hate crimes, supporting victims, and worki…
(2025-03-09). 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?
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). NLR Editors: Symposium: Introduction. newleftreview.org A discussion of Robin Blackburn's quintet on slavery in the Atlantic world: origins, rise, overthrow, legacy.
(2025-03-09). 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.
(2025-03-09). Delhi Nursery Admission 2025: EWS/DG Draw Today; How and Where to Check. ummid.com The Delhi Education Department is conducting today i.e. Wednesday March 05, 2025 first draw to confirm the Nursery School Admission under Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Disadvantaged Group (DG) quota.
(2025-03-09). Samsung One UI 7 beta now available to more Galaxy devices. ummid.com Samsung Electronics Wednesday March 05, 2025 announced the availability of Galaxy AI features on more Galaxy devices through the One UI 7 beta program.
(2025-03-09). Watch: This sleek flying car will soon be made in Saudi Arabia. ummid.com Saudi Arabia has partnered with Doroni Aerospace, a pre-revenue aerospace engineering and manufacturing company based in America, to manufacture flying cars.
(2025-03-09). BSEB Bihar 10th 2025 Answer Key Released, Result Soon. ummid.com The Bihar Board of Secondary Education (BSEB) has released the Answer Key (Answer Sheet) of 10th Board Exam 2025 and is likely to declare the result of Class 10 Board Exam 2025 soon.
(2025-03-09). Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission Schedule 2025-26 Published. ummid.com The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has published on its official website kvsangathan.nic.in the admission schedule for KV admission in Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 and above for the academic year 2025-2026.
(2025-03-09). Now, AMU dragged into controversy over Holi. ummid.com The premium Indian university, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), has again been dragged into a controversy — this time in the name of Hindu Festival of Colors, Holi.
(2025-03-09). Pre-Existing Disease Waiting Period: What You Must Know Before Buying Insurance. ummid.com Health insurance is an essential financial safeguard against medical expenses. However, one critical aspect that many policyholders overlook is the waiting period in health insurance.
(2025-03-09). Why Taif Gates are tourist attractions during Ramadan. ummid.com Taif today is one of the key tourist attractions in Saudi Arabia for the visitors to the Two Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah.
(2025-03-09). Infant Muslim girl killed in Rajasthan Police search operation. ummid.com Disturbing news from Raghunathgarh Village, Alwar, Rajasthan has come to light, where a one-month-old girl child Alisha was brutally killed by police in a home search raid on March 2, 2025.
(2025-03-09). Jeddah's Floating Mosque is a modern Islamic architectural masterpiece. ummid.com Built in 1985 on a 2,400-square-meter site, Al-Rahma Mosque, also known as the Floating Mosque or Fatima Al Zahra Mosque, is the world's first mosque built on the sea's surface.
(2025-03-09). Convicted of rape, Overseas BJP leader in Australia gets 40-yr jail. ummid.com Balesh Dhankhar, one of the founders of the Australia division of the Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP), has been sentenced to 40-year jail term for raping five South Korean women.
(2025-03-09). Himachal 12th English board 2025 cancelled after paper leak reports. ummid.com The Himachal Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (HPBOSE) has cancelled the 12th Inter English language exam 2025 after reports of paper leak.
(2025-03-09). Maharashtra cancels CETs for BA/BSc BEd Integrated Courses. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has cancelled the Common Entrance Tests (CETs) that were supposed to be held for BA B.Ed and BSc B.Ed 4-year Integrated Courses.
(2025-03-09). Museveni's sweet victory. independent.co.ug 
How every action taken by Besigye since his arrest has played into the president's hands THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | Since he was abducted from Nairobi, Dr. Kizza Besigye has been involved in a series of tactical battles in court. Yet each victory he has secured has left his strategic position very weak. Consequently, he …
(2025-03-09). Nalukoola pledges to prioritize legislation, accountability. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Elias Nalukoola Luyimbazi, the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer for Kawempe North, by-election has said that his priority will be legislating laws and holding government accountable in Parliament. The campaign rally was held at Mbogo playground on Saturday, and attended by NUP leaders led by their Party President …
(2025-03-09). KARUMA BRIDGE: Closure extended to March 17. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Works and Transport has announced an extension of the closure of the Karuma and Ayago bridges by one week. The two bridges were set to be temporarily closed to all traffic by Monday to facilitate the installation of expansion joints. In a statement shared on its …
(2025-03-09). Mastercard Foundation boosts youth entrepreneurship. independent.co.ug 
But entrepreneurship is just one piece of the puzzle. Education remains a cornerstone of Uganda's future Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | From February 19 to 21, the Mastercard Foundation hosted the Young Africa Works 2025 Dialogue in Kampala, a gathering that felt less like a conference and more like a rallying cry for Uganda's future. …
(2025-03-09). TotalEnergies' tightrope transition: A talk with Patrick Pouyanné. independent.co.ug 
INTERVIEW | Among oil and gas majors, TotalEnergies stands alone in its plans to shift a fifth of its business to renewable-led integrated power by 2030. It's a tightrope walk for the company's long-time CEO Patrick Pouyanné—essentially a strategy that's not "enough oil and gas" for traditional investors nor "enough renewables" for green ones. But after …
(2025-03-09). Isimba Hydropower Dam at risk. independent.co.ug 
Structural defects and contractor delays now threaten Uganda's energy future Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Isimba Hydropower Dam, a flagship project in Uganda's energy sector, was envisioned as a cornerstone of the country's long-term development goals. Commissioned in 2019, the 183MW facility was meant to provide affordable and reliable electricity, strengthening the national grid …
(2025-03-09). Land cases drop as Luwero leaders fight grabbing. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Cases of malicious damage to property and criminal trespass related to land wrangles have dropped in Luwero district. In November 2024, Jasper Muwonge Aligawesa deployed three surveyors to survey, open the boundaries, and erect mark stones on the disputed land. But the grandchildren of late Bulere and residents attacked …
(2025-03-09). Conjoined twins die in Jinja hospital. independent.co.ug 
JINJA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Conjoined twins have died at Jinja regional referral hospital. The babies were delivered by caesarian section at Kiyunga health center IV. They were joined together in the stomach all through to the chest areas. Their mother, Amina Mukyala who is currently admitted at Jinja hospital says that, she only …
(2025-03-09). Parents urged to give second chance to teenage mothers. independent.co.ug 
Oyam, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Leaders of Myene Sub County in Oyam district have rallied parents to give a second chance to the teenage mothers. More than 5,000 girls between 12 to 16 years were impregnated in Oyam district when schools were closed as a measure to forestall the spread of coronavirus that hit …
(2025-03-09). MTN Uganda reports a 30% surge in net profit to Shs641bn. independent.co.ug 
The telecom firm recorded a 19.5% increase in service revenue to Shs 3.1 trillion, fueled by a 30.5% rise in data revenue and 22.8% growth in fintech earnings Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | MTN Uganda has delivered a 30.1% surge in net profit to Shs 641.5billion for FY 2024, a testament to its strategic investments …
(2025-03-09). New accountants urged to uphold ethics, embrace technology. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Newly qualified accountants have been urged to uphold ethical values, embrace emerging technologies, and adopt a strategic mindset as they step into the evolving world of finance. Speaking as the chief guest at the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) graduation ceremony in Kampala on March 6, Grace …
(2025-03-09). WHO Report: Many pregnancy related complications undetected. independent.co.ug 
GENEVA | THE INDEPENDENT | Severe heavy bleeding, also referred to as hemorrhage, and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia are the leading causes of maternal deaths globally, according to a new study released on Saturday by the World Health Organization (WHO). These conditions were responsible for around 80,000 and 50,000 fatalities, respectively, in 2020 — the …
(2025-03-09). CPJ joins call for Nepal to revise new media council, social media bill. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-09). CPJ leads joint letter to Egyptian president urging release of writer Alaa Abdelfattah. cpj.org
(2025-03-09). New page in Turkish-Chinese relations. uwidata.com By Adnan Akfƒ±rat, Chairman of the Turkish-Chinese Business Development and Friendship Association I am presenting for the information of our readers the speech I made as Vice President of the Türkiye Trade Development Company and President of the Turkish-Chinese Business Association at the opening ceremony of the Türkiye Trade Development Company, on February 21st, which …
(2025-03-09). Chainsaw the paper-passers. strategic-culture.su By Eric MARGOLIS | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Professor Parkinson was so right. | In the 1950s, a mild-mannered British na…
(2025-03-09). Moving Graves And People For Coal Mines: The Devastating Costs Of Mining In South Africa #Moving #Graves #People #Coal #Mines: #Devastating #Costs #Mining #South #Africa #Factory #Output #Production #Appliance #Equipment. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | About 80% of South Africa's electricity still comes from burning coal. The country's 108 coal mines have resulted in many communities being forced off their land from the …
(2025-03-09). The Incredible Journey Of Two Princes From Mozambique Whose Lives Were Upended By The Slave Trade #Incredible #Journey #Princes #Mozambique #Whose #Lives #Upended #Slave #Trade #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A new book called The Two Princes of Mpfumo tells the fascinating story of a pair of royals from Mozambique in southern Africa whose lives were thrown into chaos by the …
(2025-03-09). Trans Doctors Can Use Lavatories of Their Choice, Says Hospital Trust. dailysceptic.org A London hospital trust is letting trans staff pick their own toilets and changing rooms despite Health Secretary Wes Streeting vowing that biological sex would matter under a Labour government.
(2025-03-09). "America First" and the great upheaval in international relations. internationalviewpoint.org The "America First" logic, adopted by the US neofascist movement known as MAGA, may seem rational to those who are not familiar with the economic history of international relations. According to Trump and his acolytes, America has spent huge sums of money protecting its allies, especially the rich countries among them, i.e. the geopolitical West (Europe and Japan in particular) and the Gulf Arab oil states. It is time for them to pay off the debt: all these countries must foot the bill by escalating their investments in the United States and their purchases from it, especially their purchases of weapons (which is…
(2025-03-09). 'We're losing our environmental history': The future of government information under Trump. grist.org 
As the director of the National Security Archive's Climate Change Transparency Project, Rachel Santarsiero is in the business of monitoring and facilitating the flow of information from the government to the public. What she's seeing now, in the first weeks of President Donald Trump's second administration, is throwing the continuity of that process into doubt. | "We're really losing our history here; we're losing our environmental history," Santarsiero told the Bulletin last week. | To some extent, government watchdogs, scientists, and climate and environmental activists were expecting this. During the first…
(2025-03-09). Eskom suspends loadshedding . sanews.gov.za Eskom suspends loadshedding | After the recovery of more than 3 000MW of generation capacity and the replenishment of sufficient emergency reserves, Eskom suspended loadshedding on Sunday at 10am. | "Coal operations at Kusile Power Station are at optimal levels. All units that were offline as of Friday are now back in service. Progress on the recovery of Koeberg Unit 2 is well underway. Eskom reassures the public that Koeberg Unit 2 remains safe," the power utility said. | Eskom said planned maintenance outages are aimed at preparing for winter and meeting regulatory and environmental licensing requirements conti…
(2025-03-09). The challenge of broad left parties in 2025. internationalviewpoint.org The 2008 crash and resulting politicisation saw the rise of broad left parties in many countries. However in most cases, this wave has crashed, and the tide has turned, posing new challenges for these projects and for revolutionaries operating within them. In this opinion piece, Cian Prendiville reflects on these questions and attempts to plot a way forward. | – | / |
(2025-03-09). Seven ways that Trump is a danger to America and the world. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-09). Belgium: First mass mobilisation against the federal government. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-09). Tikva Honig-Parnass 1929-2025. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-09). Austerity or Raising the Minimum Wage: Catarina Martins on Portugal's Experience. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-09). So-called axis of resistance. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-09). Against Left Pronatalism. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-09). How to Keep Providing Gender-Affirming Care Despite Anti-Trans Attacks. theintercept.com 
It is a difficult time for the transgender community in Kentucky and those who support them. Less than two years ago, the state legislature, gripped with anti-trans hysteria, passed a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. And in recent weeks, an onslaught of executive orders from President Donald Trump further imperiled access to gender-affirming care nationwide. | But Oliver Hall, director of trans health at the Kentucky Health Justice Network, knew how to respond. When the state decimated care for vulnerable youth, they helped families connect with providers out of state. When Trump released hi…
(2025-03-09). Man who scaled London's Big Ben with Palestinian flag arrested. scmp.com The barefoot protester spent hours on a ledge several metres up the landmark.
(2025-03-09). Republicans unveil Trump-backed bill to avoid shutdown, daring Democrats to oppose it. scmp.com The US president's party, despite struggling in the past to pass funding bills on its own, is pushing ahead with a go-it-alone strategy.
(2025-03-09). Trump justice department fires head of organised crime task force. scmp.com Adam Cohen was fired 18 hours after the announcement that his team would be playing a new leading role in combating illegal immigration.
(2025-03-09). How to Earn More in the BBC's Top Ranks: 'Don't Be Straight, White or Male'. dailysceptic.org Despite its commitment to equal pay, the BBC pays senior managers who are LGBT, ethnic minorities, disabled or female more than their straight, white, male counterparts.
(2025-03-09). Mark Steyn Has the Last Laugh. dailysceptic.org Mark Steyn has had the last laugh in his feud with Michael Mann. The climatologist who created the notorious 'hockey stick' graph has been ordered to pay National Review £500k, while Mark's own penalty has been slashed.
(2025-03-09). Carbon Budget Misinformation. dailysceptic.org The latest Carbon Budget is not just chock full of misinformation — from lowballing renewable costs to wild predictions on heat pumps and EVs — it also wants us to eat bugs! says David Turver.
(2025-03-09). Church Issues "Anti-Racist" Guide With Baffling Prayer Suggestions. dailysceptic.org The Church of England has issued an "anti-racist toolkit", urging churches to avoid "Eurocentric" prayers and promote diversity — even in parishes with no diversity.
(2025-03-09). Never Forget That Making Britain Into a Broke, Repressive Dystopia Was a Deliberate Choice. dailysceptic.org Britain's self-inflicted decline began in March 2020 when our leaders surrendered to lockdown hysteria instead of standing firm, says Daniel Hannan in the Telegraph.
(2025-03-09). March 10 Day Of Action: Protect HUD, Protect Affordable Homes! indybay.org Tell DOGE: Hands Off Housing! Take Action with NLIHC on march 10!
(2025-03-09). La comunidad como antídoto. indybay.org
(2025-03-09). Stand Up for Science Protest in Palo Alto. indybay.org On a national day of action for science, Palo Alto was not to be left out. What started as a speaker event turned into a street protest of about 200 people.
(2025-03-09). Thursday 3/13: An Evening with U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón. indybay.org College of Marin – Performing Arts Building | 835 College Avenue | Kentfield, CA 94904…
(2025-03-09). The Labor Dispute within the Anti Police Terror Project. indybay.org Oakland's Anti Police Terror Project (APTP) has recently become embroiled in an ongoing labor dispute between management and its fledgling staff union. On December 11th, 2024, the APTP Workers Union, representing a majority of eligible employees, requested that their union be recognized by APTP's Executive Director, Cat Brooks, with the SF Bay Area Chapter of the Industrial Workers of the World acting as their bargaining agent. | The workers had hoped that by asking management to recognize their union it could avoid a formal petition to the National Labor Relations Board for a union election. So, what does th…
(2025-03-09). Students and Faculty at UCB Protest Attack on Science and Research. indybay.org Over a thousand rally and march against Trumps defunding of National Institute of Health…
(2025-03-09). Marin Veterans Protest at Corte Madera Tesla. indybay.org Turns out there is such a thing as bad publicity. Bigly. Tesla sales down over %50 in some countries. Stock tanks.
(2025-03-09). Wednesday 3/19: Webinar: Women in Conflict Zones. indybay.org
(2025-03-09). Saturday 3/15: Protest Elon Musk's Fascist Government Takeover Part 5 – The Revolution Will Be Live. indybay.org 4180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306 US…
(2025-03-09). Tuesday 3/25: The Last Plantation: Racism and Resistance in the Halls of Congress. indybay.org
(2025-03-09). Prologis' 3600 Alameda Ave Development Poisons Community & Environment. indybay.org Monster Real Estate Investment Trust, Prologis, hires reckless demo company to get redevelopment done fast. They, City of Oakland, and Noel Gallo turn a blind eye to these crimes…
(2025-03-09). Por que os modelos chineses està£o impressionando os americanos na passarela da tecnologia. strategic-culture.su
| Escreva para nós: | Quando o presidente Xi Jinping organizou uma recente — e rara […
(2025-03-09). Presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum se dirige al pueblo mexicano: "No podemos ceder nuestra soberanía" cubadebate.cu Con el gobierno de Donald Trump prevalecerá el respeto, el diálogo y la colaboración, pero "no somos extremistas, porque hay principios irrenunciables: no podemos ceder nuestra soberanía ni permitir que nuestro pueblo resulte afectado por decisiones que tomen gobiernos y hegemonías extranjeras", aseguró la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, ante el multitudinario respaldo que recibió hoy en el Zócalo.
(2025-03-09). Stephen Curry llegó a los 25 000 puntos en la NBA (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Stephen Curry llegó a los 25 000 en temporada regular en su carrera en la NBA. Es el vigesimosexto jugador que alcanza esa cifra. Lo hizo siendo decisivo para que los Warriors mantuvieran su buena racha. Anotó 32 puntos en el ajustado triunfo sobre los Pistons. "Es impresionante noche tras noche", dijo su entrenador Steve Kerr.
(2025-03-09). Activistas del Comité Manos Fuera de Cuba se pronunciaron contra el bloqueo desde Los àÅngeles. cubadebate.cu Activistas del Comité Manos Fuera de Cuba de Los àÅngeles (Lahoc por su sigla en inglés) reiteraron su reclamo al Gobierno de Estados Unidos de levantar el bloqueo económico que tanto daño causa al pueblo cubano. Los miembros de la organización alzaron sus voces en una marcha de mujeres donde participaron más de 35 000 personas.
(2025-03-09). El Papa Francisco sigue estable y con mejoras graduales, según el Vaticano. cubadebate.cu El Papa Francisco volvió a pasar una noche sin grandes cambios en el hospital Gemelli de Roma, según el último parte del servicio de Prensa del Vaticano, emitido este domingo. "La noche ha sido tranquila y el Papa descansa", según el escueto comunicado de la Santa Sede. Por la tarde, el segundo parte de salud indicó que continúa recuperándose gradualmente.
(2025-03-09). Iván Silva ganó su primer título en los 100 kilogramos en Grand Prix de Judo de Alta Austria. cubadebate.cu Silva concretó la mejor actuación de un cubano en lo que va de temporada, y su tercera en lo personal, contando las dos medallas de bronce alcanzadas en los grand slam de París y Taskent. Con su actuaci, Cuba terminó en el octavo puesto de la clasificación general, que lideró Japón con dos títulos, cuatro subtítulos y seis medallas de bronce.
(2025-03-09). La Tira de los Lectores: Mujeres que dejan huella. cubadebate.cu Hace unos días la convocamos y hoy regresa La Tira de los Lectores, para homenajear a las mujeres que han dejado huella en quienes las rodean. La mayoría de las imágenes recibidas destacan el rol de madres, esposas, hijas o cubanas de ciencia. Agradecemos a los lectores su participación, y les invitamos a mantenerse en contacto con nuestro equipo. Hasta la próxima.
(2025-03-09). Herramientas y normativas contables para trabajadores por cuenta propia: øQué debes saber? cubadebate.cu Teniendo en cuenta los comentarios de trabajadores por cuenta propia que deben llevar la contabilidad de sus operaciones, realizamos precisiones al respecto. Las inquietudes fundamentales están relacionadas con la norma legal que regula la contabilidad; la norma contable a aplicar, la estructura de los estados financieros y el nomenclador de cuentas a utilizar.
(2025-03-09). Por un cuidado responsable: Que los animales no padezcan dolor, lesión ni enfermedad. cubadebate.cu En el Decreto Ley No. 31/2021 del Bienestar Animal, aparece como tercer principio en cuanto a las necesidades básicas de los animales, garantizar que no padezcan dolor, lesión y enfermedad, mediante la prevención, curación y rehabilitación. A los animales hay que garantizarles también la salud. Profundizaremos sobre el tema en la columna de hoy.
(2025-03-09). Suspension de l'aide américaine à l'Ukraine : Marine Le Pen condamne la décision ´brutale ª de Donald Trump. defenddemocracy.press Dans les colonnes du ´ Figaro ª, la cheffe des députés RN a réagi à l'arrêt de l'aide militaire américaine à l'Ukraine. Condamnant une décision ´ cruelle ª et ´ brutale ª, elle a cependant réaffirmé son opposition à l'envoi de troupes franàßaises sur place. Baudoin Moucadel 04/03/2025 ´ Je considère que la brutalité de cette décision est condamnable. ª La patronne des députés …
(2025-03-09). La realidad golpea a la elite gobernante europea: 'A través de la fisura en su burbuja de fantasía, vislumbran su propia ruina'. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-09). La importancia de la empatía. cubadebate.cu Un acto de gentileza, en cualquier circunstancia, distingue a la empatía como una de las cualidades más esenciales en la actualidad. Su ejercicio va más allá de sentir piedad por la situación de algunos o de poder entender sus emociones. Es la capacidad respetuosa para comprender otros escenarios, y así poder aportar al mejor estado del ambiente social sano.
(2025-03-09). Ya comenzó el nuevo horario. cubadebate.cu Al llegar el calendario/ a esta fecha, sin demora,/ adelantar una hora/ al reloj es necesario./ Ya comenzó el nuevo horario,/ el horario de verano,/ y lo asimila el cubano,/ tierra donde el Sol bien arde/ cuando oscurece más tarde/ y amanece más temprano.
(2025-03-09). Qué trae la prensa cubana, domingo 9 de marzo de 2025. cubadebate.cu