(2025-03-17). Mahmoud Khalil And The Criminalization Of Anti-Zionism. popularresistance.org "Since yesterday, I have been subjected to a vicious, coordinated, and dehumanizing doxxing campaign led by Columbia affiliates Shai Davidai and David Lederer who, among others, have labeled me a security threat and called for my deportation, he began. | Their attacks have incited a wave of hate, including calls for my deportation and death threats. I have outlined the wider context below, yet Columbia has not provided any meaningful support or resources in response to this escalating threat, he added. | I haven't been able to sleep, fearing that ICE or a dangerous individual might come to my home.
(2025-03-17). New Yorkers demand release of Mahmoud Khalil. presstv.ir In New York, protesters rallied for the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and former Columbia University student, who was arrested by ICE despite being a green card holder and permanent resident.
(2025-03-17). Protesters across US demand release of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil. presstv.ir Protesters take to the streets in Washington, DC, New York and several other cities to demand the release of Mahmoud Khalil.
(2025-03-17). Syrian Soldiers Killed in Lebanon Border Violence, Hezbollah Rejects Blame. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-17). Erdogan, Trump discuss Ukraine, Syria, defence issues, Turkey says. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC warns of worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). The Phony Ceasefire. popularresistance.org Nothing could have been clearer than Russia's repeated conditions for a permanent end of the war, rather than a temporary ceasefire: Ukraine's neutrality, its demilitarization and denazification, the inclusion of four Russian-speaking oblasts into the Russian Federation and treaties establishing a new security architecture in Europe. | Equally clear was Ukraine's utter rejection of these conditions, demanding instead the return of every inch of its territory, including Crimea, and Ukraine's membership in NATO. | It is the reason the two sides are still fighting a war.
(2025-03-17). Russia demands 'ironclad' guarantees in peace treaty with Ukraine. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Trump and Putin set to discuss Ukraine ceasefire amid US optimism. geo.tv 
Russia's President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump talk during a bilateral meeting at the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan, June 28, 2019. — Reuters US officials expressed optimism Sunday that a Ukraine-Russia ceasefire deal could be reached in "weeks," as President…
(2025-03-17). Trump Is Bombing Yemen For Israel: The US is bombing Yemen again after Houthi leaders announced that their blockade on Israeli shipping would resume due to Israel's siege on Gaza. Trump could have used Washington's immense leverage over Israel to force Netanyahu to honor the ceasefire agreement and allow aid into Gaza. Instead he let the IDF lay siege to Gaza and started bombing Yemen for Israel, because he's a warmongering Israel cuck. thealtworld.com The US is bombing Yemen again after Houthi leaders announced that their blockade on Israeli shipping would resume due …
(2025-03-17). Historic Lawsuit Filed Challenging Trump's Attack On Free Speech. popularresistance.org A Cornell professor and two graduate students are suing the Trump administration for violating the First Amendment as it seeks to deport international students protesting Israel's war on Gaza under the guise of protecting national security. | Trump's salvo of executive orders targeting what amounts to student thought crimes means the Cornell scholars "now fear government retaliation for engaging in constitutionally protected expression critical of U.S. foreign policy and supportive of Palestinian human rights," according to the lawsuit, filed Saturday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District.
(2025-03-17). Afghanistan: ICRC Director-General highlights massive humanitarian needs and calls for sustained international support. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). ICRC president: Human life must transcend political divides — both in war and in peacetime. icrc.org 25 February 2025…
(2025-03-17). Netanyahu's Decision To Sack Shin Bet Chief Draws Political, Legal Backlash. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-17). NJ's IHRA Democrats Walk the DOGE-y for Trump — Musk Education / Services Slash and Burn. fightbackbetter.com The IHRA narrative of blurring criticism of Israel with supposed anti-semitism is patently false — it is just an excuse…
(2025-03-17). WE CAN USE OUR VOTE TO OPPOSE NJ IHRA IN 2025! fightbackbetter.com If the IHRA laws are not voted on in the NJ legislature by November 4, 2025 election day we can help defeat the bills by voting for and electing candidates who will vote no. If the issue has been decided and the bills already passed, we can use our votes to hold accountable those officials who voted FOR IHRA and the end of free speech in NJ. The following are candidates fielding in 2025 NJ elections opposed to IHRA (Informational, Not an Endorsement of any candidates): | Democratic Primary Election June 10, 2025 | Candidates with known positions opposing the proposed NJ IHRA legislation and opposition to an IH…
(2025-03-17). Trashing Jewish values risks Israel's survival as we know it. onlineopinion.com.au Throughout millennia of dispersion, the Jews had no army, no weapons, and no advanced technology to fight back against persecution, segregation, expulsion, and death, but they survived.
(2025-03-17). Israeli negotiators discuss hostage deal in Cairo as U.S. rejects Hamas demands as 'unacceptable'. haaretz.com HOSTAGE TALKS: Trump envoy Witkoff says Hamas' latest demands 'unacceptable' ‚ñ ISRAEL: Netanyahu informs Shin Bet head of his decision to fire him ‚ñ LEBANON: Israel strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon ‚ñ YEMEN: U.S. reportedly strikes a Houthi government site, as militants say they targeted U.S. aircraft carrier…
(2025-03-17). Trump Is Bombing Yemen For Israel: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix. thealtworld.com The US Trump could have used
(2025-03-17). Six years after Christchurch massacre in New Zealand by fascist Brenton Tarrant. wsws.org Australian and New Zealand leaders have hypocritically condemned Islamophobia, even as they embrace the fascist Trump and back the Gaza genocide.
(2025-03-17). A real warning: By firing Shin Bet chief, Netanyahu is destroying Israel from within. haaretz.com Hamas and Hezbollah failed to break Israel thanks to the IDF, Shin Bet, and Mossad — Netanyahu seeks to finish their job from within. Bar's loyalty is to the state and its laws — not to Netanyahu — who signals to all other gatekeepers that they are next…
(2025-03-17). 16 yrs ago, Chas Freeman was smeared out of a job at DNI, too. responsiblestatecraft.org 
Almost exactly 16 years after the Israel lobby won a bitter high-profile battle against a key appointment by the then-director of national intelligence, it seems to have one won another, virtually without firing a shot.The abrupt withdrawal this week of the appointment of Daniel Davis, who has criticized Israel's conduct of its war in Gaza, as deputy director of national intelligence for mission integration under DNI Tulsi Gabbard
(2025-03-17). 'Facing the Middle East' Explores Hamas' Tactics, India-Israel Defense Ties, and Trump's Gaza Strategy. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-17). Trump Is Surveying Australian Academics About Gender Diversity And China What Does This Mean For Unis And Their Research? #Trump #Surveying #Australian #Academics #About #Gender #Diversity #China #What #Does #This #Mean #Unis #Their #Research? #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Shortly after taking office, US President Donald Trump issued executive orders banning federal funding on so-called woke research. | This is part of his broader ban on …
(2025-03-17). Chewing Gum Is Plastic Pollution, Not A Litter Problem #Chewing #Plastic #Pollution, #Litter #Problem #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Thousands of tonnes of plastic pollution could be escaping into the environment every year … from our mouths. Most chewing gum on sale is made from a variety of …
(2025-03-17). Israel says negotiators discussing hostages with mediators in Egypt. scmp.com Israeli strikes kill 14 people in Gaza over past day, Palestinian doctors say; Israel said forces intervened to thwart 'terrorist' threats.
(2025-03-17). 'Netanyahu declared war on Israel': political leaders react to PM's dismissal of Shin Bet chief. haaretz.com Opposition leader Yair Lapid claimed the dismissal was tied to the probe into Netanyahu's aides' links with Qatar. His party plans to petition the High Court, while Netanyahu's ministers defended the move as 'necessary and justified,' calling Ronen Bar 'a dictator backed by the attorney general'…
(2025-03-17). Mass protests over Tempi train crash deepen political crisis in Greece. wsws.org The mass movement of young people and workers that broke out two years after the Tempi train crash is shaking the ruling class in Greece. In the face of the biggest protests in the country's history, the government is hanging on by a thread.
(2025-03-17). Who Does Spiderman Vote For? Study Shows People Project Their Political Views Onto Fictional Heroes And Villains #Does #Spiderman #Vote #For? #Study #Shows #People #Project #Their #Political #Views #Onto #Fictional #Heroes #Villains #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | From a very young age, we're socialised to view the world as being made up of goodies and baddies . When you're a child fooling around with your friends in the …
(2025-03-17). Coalition Promises Australian Version Of United States' RICO Act To Target CFMEU #Coalition #Promises #Australian #Version #United #States' #RICO #Target #CFMEU #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has announced a Coalition government would introduce legislation, based on an American law used to pursue the Mafia, to enable police to …
(2025-03-17). Trump Is Bombing Yemen For Israel. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2025-03-17). Resale of defective hygiene products revealed by CCTV. ecns.cn A Chinese company allegedly purchased defective sanitary pads and diapers from well-known brands, repackaged and resold them, according to an annual consumer rights show on State broadcaster China Central Television on Saturday.
(2025-03-16). Regulators cracking down on violators of consumer rights. ecns.cn Chinese regulators have launched a swift crackdown on businesses accused of violating consumer rights after the annual 3.15 Consumer Rights Gala exposed a range of illegal market activities.
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). Latest Israeli attacks kill 14 Palestinians. presstv.ir The Israeli regime presses ahead with its blatant violations of the Gaza ceasefire, as the regime's forces kill and injure more civilians across the besieged territory.
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). Rights group sues Trump administration for deporting pro-Palestinian protesters. presstv.ir A group of students and professors file a lawsuit challenging Washington's actions to deport international students and scholars who support Palestine.
(2025-03-17). Report Accuses Israel Of Gender-Based, Sexual Violence Against Palestinians. popularresistance.org A new report released by the UN's Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory accuses Israel of systematically employing sexual, reproductive, and gender-based violence against Palestinians during its assault on Gaza. The findings, presented alongside public hearings in Geneva, also highlight the systematic destruction of reproductive healthcare facilities in Gaza and describe a "broader strategy to undermine Palestinian self-determination." The report finds that Israel's conduct has amounted to carrying out "genocidal acts" under international law, in addition to war cri…
(2025-03-17). LAPD Surveilled Gaza Protests Using This Social Media Tool. theintercept.com 
One week after Hamas's October 7 attack, thousands rallied outside the Israeli Consulate in Los Angeles to protest the country's retaliatory assault on Gaza. The protestors were peaceful,
(2025-03-17). From Global Anti-Imperialism to the Dandelion Fighters, China's Solidarity with Palestine from 1950 to 2024. orinocotribune.com 
By Zhang Sheng — Mar 12, 2025 | Frontier of global anti-imperialist struggle: China's perceptions of the Palestinian struggle from 1955 to 1976
| China is probably one of few states which flipped its diplomatic stance on the "Palestinian-Israeli conflict" in the most dramatic manner from the 1950s to 1970s. In only 20 years, the People's Republic of China (PRC)'s official foreign policy dramatically changed from almost establishing diplomatic relations with Israel in 1950 to denying any legitimacy of the Israeli state in the 1960s to 1970s. As I aim to demonstrate in this article, the Maoist era, espec…
(2025-03-17). Israel's siege continues across the West Bank. peoplesdispatch.org
(2025-03-17). US-UK aggression on Yemen 'desperate attempt' to stop support for Palestine: Hezbollah. presstv.ir Hezbollah has strongly condemned the latest US-British aggression against Yemen, calling it a "desperate attempt" to prevent the resilient Yemeni people from supporting Palestine.
(2025-03-17). Eight of 9 victims of Israeli attack on Beit Lahiya were aid workers. presstv.ir Eight of 9 victims of Israel's attack on Beit Lahiya were aid workers and journalists.
(2025-03-17). Iran, Oman foreign ministers discuss US 'criminal' aggression on Yemen. presstv.ir The Iranian and Omani foreign ministers discuss the US criminal aggression against Yemen in support of Israel.
(2025-03-17). Former Israeli army chief 'praises' Hamas for surprise Oct. 7 operation. presstv.ir Herzi Halevi has already accepted responsibility for the failure of the Israeli military in Gaza.
(2025-03-17). Iran Calls Trump's Proposed Negotiation A 'Deceptive Tactic'. popularresistance.org Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday, March 12 that the US offer to talk with Iran is not credible. He claimed since the Trump administration is neither ready to address Iranian concerns nor willing to lift its illegal unilateral sanctions to prove its seriousness, Iran believes the offer of talk is an attempt to deceive world public opinion and present Iran in a bad light. | He was responding to President Donald Trump's claims during an interview with Fox Business on March 7 about writing a letter to Iran's supreme leader offering talks over the nuclear issue.
(2025-03-17). The humanitarian impacts of nuclear weapons are beyond the capacity of any humanitarian organization to address effectively. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (3MSP TPNW) General exchange of views. icrc.org Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 3 March 2025…
(2025-03-17). Nation's first C-14 nuclear battery developed in Gansu. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have developed the country's first carbon-14 nuclear battery, marking a milestone in the research and development of micro-nuclear battery technologies.
(2025-03-17). US Bombs Sanaa As Trump Threatens To 'Rain Hell' On Yemen. popularresistance.org US and British warplanes launched a new round of airstrikes on a residential neighborhood in the Shuaab district of the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, late on 15 March, killing at least nine civilians and injuring several more. | "The explosions were violent and shook the neighborhood like an earthquake. They terrified our women and children," a resident of the area told Reuters. "Our brave Warfighters are right now carrying out aerial attacks on the terrorists' bases, leaders, and missile defenses to protect American shipping, air, and naval assets and to restore Navigational Freedom," US President Donald Trump said in…
(2025-03-17). Houthi: Yemeni forces will target US aircraft carrier, warships. presstv.ir The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah has warned the US that the aggression against Yemen will be met with escalation, and that the support for Palestine will persist.
(2025-03-17). Washington Vows Unrelenting Strikes Until Houthis Halt Red Sea Attacks. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-17). US airstrikes against Houthis show there's 'free riding' in Red Sea, too. responsiblestatecraft.org 
"We're doing the entire world a favor by getting rid of these guys and their ability to strike global shipping,"
(2025-03-17). US vows to keep hitting Houthis until shipping attacks stop. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). IRGC chief: Iran will not start a war but will respond decisively to threats. presstv.ir The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warned that the country will never seek to initiate a war but will respond resolutely to any acts of aggression from adversaries.
(2025-03-17). IRGC Vows 'Decisive' Response to Any Threat After Trump's Yemen Warning. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-17). Draper lives out dreams with Indian Wells breakthrough. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Ayushmann Khurrana: The New Face of Fit India. devdiscourse.com In a groundbreaking initiative, Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has been named the new 'Fit India Icon' by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. The announcement was made at a high-profile ceremony held on Sunday in New Delhi, marking a significant step in India's nationwide fitness campaign led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
(2025-03-16). Chinese research team completes successful lithium battery test for extreme cold applications. ecns.cn A research team from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences has announced a significant breakthrough in lithium battery technology, featuring a successful ultra-low-temperature drone test in Mohe city.
(2025-03-16). China transforming into innovation powerhouse. ecns.cn China's sharpened focus on pursuing integrated advancements in technological and industrial innovation showcases its determination to translate scientific breakthroughs into real-world applications.
(2025-03-17). US Bombs Yemen as NATO Prepares Ukraine Bufferzone/Freeze. thealtworld.com This is an exert of a roundtable discussion that i was a part of over at The New Atlas with Brian Berletic, Danny Haiphong and Angelo Giuliano.
(2025-03-17). Australia's defence — navigating US-China tensions in changing world. asiapacificreport.nz 
SPECIAL REPORT: By Peter Cronau for Declassified Australia Australia is caught in a jam, between an assertive American ally and a bold Chinese trading partner. America is accelerating its pivot to the Indo-Pacific, building up its fighting forces and expanding its military bases. As Australia tries to navigate a pathway between America's and Australia's national…
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). Shanghai business environment praised by Japanese companies. ecns.cn More than 320 senior managers and human resources executives from 200 Japanese companies gathered at a conference held by China International Intellectech Co Ltd (CIIC) in Shanghai on Friday to discuss their future development in the municipality and beyond.
(2025-03-17). Auto sales demonstrate strong growth. ecns.cn China's auto production and sales recorded significant year-on-year growth in February, according to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.
(2025-03-17). Chinese customs debunks rumors of coal import inspection delays starting April 1. ecns.cn China's General Administration of Customs (GAC) has refuted rumors circulating on some online platforms claiming that delayed inspections for imported coal would begin on April 1.
(2025-03-17). African ornamental fish enters central China's Hunan market. ecns.cn Over 800 ornamental fish from Africa arrived at Changsha Huanghua Airport aboard a cargo flight from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Sunday, marking the first such imports to the region.
(2025-03-17). EconoScope | China revs up canal construction, injects new momentum to regional growth. ecns.cn To enhance regional connectivity and economic growth, Chinese provinces are ramping up efforts to construct canals.
(2025-03-17). China's large unmanned cargo aircraft TP1000 completes maiden flight. ecns.cn The TP1000, a large unmanned cargo aircraft, completed its maiden flight at Laixi Airport in Qingdao, Shandong Province, on Saturday.
(2025-03-17). China discloses identity of online separatists related to Taiwan's 'internet army'. ecns.cn China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) on Monday unveiled the identity information of four members of an "internet army" supported by "Taiwan independence" forces.
(2025-03-17). First batch of exhibits for 137th Canton Fair arrives in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The first batch of imported exhibits for the 137th China Import and Export Fair, also known as Canton Fair, arrived in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province from Turkey on Sunday, according to Guangzhou Customs.
(2025-03-17). China's retail sales grow 4% in Jan-Feb period. ecns.cn China's economy continued to recover in the first two months this year as consumption and investment showed improvement, official data showed on Monday, making a steady start for 2025.
(2025-03-17). Smash any attempt against China's unity: PLA command. ecns.cn The Eastern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army is ready and able to smash any attempt to jeopardize China's national unity and safeguard the country's sovereignty, security and interests.
(2025-03-17). Research improves prospects for sustainable commercial production of hydrogen. ecns.cn While China's green energy transition appears to have a heavy focus on electric vehicles, solar, wind and hydro power, another clean energy source being developed is hydrogen.
(2025-03-17). China's homegrown large cargo UAV TP1000 completes maiden flight. ecns.cn A large unmanned cargo aircraft, independently developed by Yitong UAV System Co, completed its maiden flight on Saturday at Laixi Dianbu Airport in Qingdao, East China's Shandong Province, with a payload capacity exceeding one ton.
(2025-03-17). Shanghai seeks to become global hub for 'firsts'. ecns.cn The Shanghai government on Sunday announced a series of measures and activities aimed at promoting the high-quality development of what it calls the "debut economy", as the East China metropolis works to become a global consumption hub.
(2025-03-17). Breathtaking scenery of ice melting on Puma Yumco Lake in Xizang. ecns.cn Breathtaking scenery of ice melting on the Puma Yumco Lake in Nagarze County of Shannan, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.
(2025-03-17). Jinshanling Great Wall blanked in snow. ecns.cn Jinshanling Great Wall is covered bysnowin Luanping County, north China's Hebei Province. The stunning snow-covered scenery added charm to this historic landmark.
(2025-03-17). With the rise of the silver economy, what diversified solutions will China find to address elderly care issue. ecns.cn To actively respond to population aging, China will refine policies and mechanisms for developing elderly care programs and industries and vigorously develop the silver economy, the 2025 Government Work Report noted.
(2025-03-17). The story of Nepal's enigmatic rudraksha seeds through photos. globalvoices.org 
The rudrakshas from Nepal are in high demand in India and ChinaOriginally published on A rudraksha tree in Tumlingtaar, Sankhuwasabha of Eastern Nepal. Photo by Nikki Thapa. Used with permission. | The
(2025-03-16). Private firms encouraged to further invest in nation's EV charging service. ecns.cn China's private sector has been playing a key role in expanding the country's public electric vehicle charging network, with private enterprises accounting for a significant share of the fast-growing market.
(2025-03-16). Renowned Chinese radiation protection scientist Li Deping passes away at 99. ecns.cn Li Deping, a distinguished Chinese scientist and pioneer in the field of radiation protection, passed away due to illness at 17: 52 on Sunday in Beijing at the age of 99, according to China Institute for Radiation Protection.
(2025-03-16). Steps for boosting consumption unveiled. ecns.cn China has fleshed out policy steps to shore up consumer spending, with a focus on increasing people's income and expanding the consumer goods trade-in program.
(2025-03-16). Envoy: Beijing backs plan to rebuild Gaza. ecns.cn China supports the Gaza Strip reconstruction plan jointly adopted by Egypt and other Arab nations, as "Gaza is the homeland of the Palestinian people".
(2025-03-16). China unveils first homegrown space mining robot. ecns.cn China's first space mining robot has been developed by the China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT).
(2025-03-17). Spring farming begins in Xizang. ecns.cn Villagers participate in a ceremony marking the start of spring farming in Lhasa, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, March 16, 2025.
(2025-03-17). Ukrainians Abandon Arsenal of Rifles, Drones, and Vehicles While Fleeing the Kursk Region. sputnikglobe.com After liberating Cherkasskoye Porechnoye and Kositsa, Russian soldiers from the Sever Battlegroup are revealing what they discovered.
(2025-03-17). Tsinghua University boosts employment support for students from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and abroad. ecns.cn Tsinghua University will continue strengthening employment support for students from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and overseas, said Xie Jin, director of its career development center, in an interview last Wednesday. Among the approximately 9,000 students set to graduate in 2025, nearly 80 percent have already received job offers or signed contracts.
(2025-03-17). Hong Kong establishes Space Robotics and Energy Center to support national space missions. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Space Robotics and Energy Center has been established under the InnoHK initiative to support the country's Chang'e-8 mission, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government announced on Sunday.
(2025-03-17). Baidu unveils two new AI models, making Ernie Bot free ahead of schedule. ecns.cn Chinese tech giant Baidu Inc has unveiled its latest large language model Ernie 4.5 and deep-thinking reasoning model Ernie X1, both of which are now freely accessible to individual users.
(2025-03-17). FIRST robotics competition returns to Shanghai, spotlighting youth innovation. ecns.cn The 2025 FIRST Robotics Competition Shanghai Regional has returned to the city after a six-year hiatus, inspiring youth in science and technology.
(2025-03-17). Shanghai's wholly foreign-owned hospital granted permission. ecns.cn DeltaHealth Hospital Shanghai was granted permission by the Shanghai Municipal Health Commission on Friday as a wholly foreign-owned hospital, making it the country's first hospital specializing in cardiovascular diseases of this kind.
(2025-03-17). 3,000-metric-ton pier lifted into position for Xiamen-Kinmen Bridge. ecns.cn The Xiamen section of the Xiamen-Kinmen Bridge has entered a new construction phase with the successful lifting of its first precast pier.
(2025-03-16). Fengxian mulls smart pivot in electric tricycles. ecns.cn The number of new energy electric tricycles and supporting enterprises within Fengxian has surpassed 1,000, with an annual production capacity of more than 5 million units and products exported to over 130 countries.
(2025-03-16). 'Ne Zha 2' sees massive acclaim in Japan. ecns.cn The Chinese animated film Nezha: The demon child churns the seareceived widespread acclaim after its release in Japan. Local audiences were deeply impressed by the film's high-quality CG visuals and intricate details.
(2025-03-16). Support for private sector reiterated. ecns.cn The article by Xi, who is also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, came nearly one month after he held a special symposium on private enterprises on Feb 17, aiming to boost private businesses.
(2025-03-16). Experts warn of social security challenges in age of automation. ecns.cn The social security system could face challenges in sustaining individual benefits, pension payouts and healthcare funds — an issue that should be addressed in advance, experts said.
(2025-03-16). University for senior learners expands enrollments. ecns.cn Shanghai University for the Senior has expanded to meet the growing demand for lifelong learning, adding 13 district-level branch campuses and four new teaching centers this semester, officials said.
(2025-03-16). New cancer treatment to improve patient outcomes. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have developed a new treatment for nasopharyngeal carcinoma that helps patients live longer and have a better quality of life compared with traditional therapies that often cause severe side effects.
(2025-03-16). Public caution released after black bear attack. ecns.cn Authorities have warned about an increased risk of wildlife attacks after a black bear injured two rangers in Wangqing county, Jilin province.
(2025-03-17). For the hostages in Gaza, the Red Cross is neutral – but we are not bystanders. icrc.org Neutrality provides us with the ability to try and influence both sides to act in accordance with the laws of war…
(2025-03-17). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures February 2025. icrc.org 9 May 2024 — 9 February 2025…
(2025-03-17). Healthcare on the brink: Palliative Care Unit and Late Shift. wsws.org Late Shift in particular is a stirring tribute to an important layer of the working class that takes its work seriously despite adverse circumstances.
(2025-03-17). When living longer doesn't necessarily mean living well. channelnewsasia.com Sustaining physical and mental well-being while managing healthcare costs are top priorities for healthy ageing, according to a report commissioned by Prudential Singapore.
(2025-03-17). 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…
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: The value of neutrality for humanitarian work. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). Philippines: Focusing on humanitarian action in 2024. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). "The world cannot afford ever-escalating wars:" A call to revive political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org 24 February 2025…
(2025-03-17). The ICRC: Frequently asked questions about our work. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). Strengthening Respect for IHL: Building on Commonalities with Islamic Law. icrc.org 17-19 February 2025…
(2025-03-17). India: Decade-long partnership with CURE India concludes successfully. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). Philippines: ICRC and Marawi City Water District improve delivery of water supply for residents of Marawi. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). Reneging on cluster munitions ban endangers civilian lives and erodes IHL. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). South Sudan: Using sports and arts to combat sexual and gender-based violence. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). Georgia: Remains of six people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). ICRC activities in Jordan: Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org An overview of ICRC activities in Jordan in 2024…
(2025-03-17). Myanmar: Operational Facts and Figures — January to December 2024. icrc.org
(2025-03-17). US massacres dozens of civilians in airstrikes on Yemen. wsws.org The US military carried out dozens of airstrikes on Yemen Saturday and Sunday, including strikes on residential areas in the densely populated city of Sanaa, killing at least 53 people, including 31 civilians.
(2025-03-17). Venezuela Condemns Washington's Criminalization of Venezuelan Migrants. orinocotribune.com Venezuela has categorically condemned the United States government's persecution of Venezuelans in the US, calling it an "infamous and unjust criminalization of Venezuelan migrants." The Venezuelan government's official The statement condemned in strong terms the persecution of Venezuelan citizens in the US, including the expropriation of their personal property, assets,…
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). Trump administration deports hundreds of migrants, despite judge's order stopping removal. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). L'Iniziativa Cina Pacifica: una forza di pace in un mondo instabile. strategic-culture.su La Cina, attraverso la sua ambiziosa Iniziativa Cina Pacifica, si propone come forza di pace in un contesto globale segnato da tensioni geopolitiche, instabilità economica e sfide ambientali, promuovendo sicurezza nazionale, sviluppo sostenibile e cooperazione internazionale per un futuro condiviso. | Segue nostro Nel contesto di un mondo sempre più caratterizzato da tensioni geopolitiche, conflitti regionali e sfide globali come il camb…
(2025-03-17). Lawsuit Challenges Trump Administration's Move To Deport Students Over Pro-Palestine Protests. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-17). Japanese Encephalitis Has Claimed A Second Life In NSW And Been Detected In Brisbane. What Is It? #Japanese #Encephalitis #Claimed #Second #Life #Been #Detected #Brisbane. #What #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A second man in has died from Japanese encephalitis virus in New South Wales on March 6, the state's health authorities confirmed on Friday. Aged in his 70s, the man was …
(2025-03-17). How Democrats Destroyed Civic Advocacy & Gave us Trump (w/ Ralph Nader). scheerpost.com
(2025-03-17). With forced withdrawal, Russia takes away Ukraine's Kursk cards. responsiblestatecraft.org 
President Zelensky should have pressed ahead with peace talks in August 2024, rather than invading Kursk. Ahead of talks between Presidents Trump and Putin this week, he has no cards left to play. According to the
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). Russian teen Andreeva beats top seed Sabalenka to claim Indian Wells title. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Hope for Peace: Trump and Putin's Path to Ending the Ukraine Conflict. devdiscourse.com U.S. President Donald Trump plans to discuss ending the Ukraine conflict with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an upcoming call, following recent positive discussions between U.S. and Russian officials in Moscow. Trump expressed optimism about potential progress during his return flight from Florida to Washington, D.C.
(2025-03-17). Putin Greets 6th 'Arctic: Territory of Dialogue' Forum Participants. sputnikglobe.com Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a greeting to the participants, organizers and guests of the sixth 'Arctic: Territory of Dialogue' international forum, which will be held on March 26 and 27 in Russia's Arctic zone.
(2025-03-17). EU leaders are 'affectionate puppies' at the feet of their master: Putin's aide. presstv.ir Russian President Vladimir Putin's foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov, drew parallels between European leaders and "affectionate puppies," reflecting Putin's earlier comments on US influence over European politics.
(2025-03-17). Russia urges US to halt Yemen aggression, engage in dialogue. presstv.ir Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, during a phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, called for all parties to refrain from "using force" in Yemen and engage in "political dialogue."
(2025-03-17). As Trump-Musk Target Social Security, Seniors Share Stories of Benefit Cutoffs. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-17). Yemen: US Airstrikes Kill 53, Including Women and Children. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-17). The Amazon Strike: Performative or Substantive? socialistproject.ca 
(2025-03-17). Arteta hails stand-in striker Merino for another match-winning goal. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Yemen attacks US aircraft carrier in Red Sea in retaliation for deadly strikes. presstv.ir Brigadier General Yahya Saree says Yemeni armed forces have targeted US aircraft carrier USS Harry Truman and its accompanying vessels in the Red Sea in response to Washington's deadly airstrikes against the Arab nation.
(2025-03-17). Dissenter Weekly: Trump's Secrecy Regime. thedissenter.org
(2025-03-17). Germany's Greens support historic rearmament programme. wsws.org The Greens have declared themselves ready to support the gigantic rearmament programme proposed by the incoming grand coalition of the Christian Democrats and Social Democrats.
(2025-03-17). Trump doubles down after federal judge puts executive order targeting major law firm on hold. wsws.org Trump targeted a second major US law firm Friday, two days after a federal judge put on hold an executive order intended to destroy the firm that represented Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election campaign.
(2025-03-17). Study exposes Brazilian dictatorship's spying across Latin America. wsws.org Throughout Latin America, the military and political heirs to the terror regimes of the 1960s and 1970s have once again been brought to the center of political developments.
(2025-03-17). Trump and DOGE attack hundreds of jobs at seven long-standing federal government entities. wsws.org The Trump administration announced on Friday the destruction of hundreds of jobs and the effective elimination of seven US government entities that have been targeted for political reasons.
(2025-03-17). US immigration gestapo ignores court orders, legal status to carry out abductions. wsws.org Empowered by the Trump administration and with the complicity of the Democratic Party, US immigration police are detaining and deporting legal tourists, multi-decade residents and visa holders in violation of court orders.
(2025-03-17). Trump denounces media criticism as "illegal" in Justice Department rant. wsws.org The speech, while largely a rehash of his address to Congress two weeks ago, added new threats of criminal prosecution of critics and opponents.
(2025-03-17). ATI steelworkers reject USW-backed sellout agreement. wsws.org The rebuke by ATI workers, who fought militant battles in 2015-16 and 2021, is a sign of growing militancy in the working class.
(2025-03-17). Storms ravage south-central US, killing dozens. wsws.org The period for peak tornadoes seems to be moving earlier in the year, as a result of climate change.
(2025-03-17). Trump invokes the Alien Enemies Act: A new stage in the erection of a police-state dictatorship. wsws.org Trump and his inner circle of fascist sympathizers are systematically demolishing legal and constitutional restraints, with each violation setting the stage for even more brazen assertions of absolute power.
(2025-03-17). Canada's new banker prime minister proclaims "new era" of austerity. wsws.org Whether Carney, campaigning under the slogan "Canada Strong," or Poilievre, the champion of "Canada First," emerges as prime minister after the coming election, the working class will rapidly be plunged into convulsive social struggles.
(2025-03-17). "America First" in Africa. uwidata.com By Hend Selim Dr. Colin Campbell, Communication and Culture Assistant Professor at Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania, talked about the future of the American policy toward Africa under Donald Trump's administration. How do you expect the future of the American policy toward South Africa, especially in the light of the last developments? The future of U.S. …
(2025-03-17). Pakistani Authorities Arrest Suspect Linked to Exploitation of American Minors. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-17). AB ile ticaret hacmi yàºzde 59 arttƒ±: Türkiye en bàºyàºk ticaret ortaklƒ±ƒüƒ±nda ilk 5'te. img.piri.net 
Türkiye'nin Avrupa Birliƒüi (AB) ile ticaret hacmi son 5 yƒ±lda yàºzde 59 artarak 210 milyar 783 milyon euroya ula≈ütƒ±. Bu artƒ±≈ü, Türkiye'nin 2023'te olduƒüu gibi 2024 itibarƒ±yla da AB'nin en bàºyàºk 5. ticaret ortaƒüƒ± olmayƒ± sàºrdàºrmesini saƒüladƒ±. | Avrupa ƒ∞statistik Ofisi (Eurostat) verilerine gà∂re, AB'nin 2023 yƒ±lƒ±nda dƒ±≈ü ticaret hacmi 5 trilyon 18 milyar…
(2025-03-17). Too optimistic? Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal looms at last. responsiblestatecraft.org 
(2025-03-17). Australians are miserable and anxious because the media coaches them. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-17). How to avoid a Trumpian Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-17). Invest in ECD to shape the next generation, says President. sanews.gov.za Invest in ECD to shape the next generation, says President | President Cyril Ramaphosa has advocated for universal access to Early Childhood Development (ECD) to ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive by the age of five. | The President was delivering remarks at the official opening of the Bana Pele 2030 Roadmap Leadership Summit at Atlas studios, in Johannesburg. | "Universal childhood development should have started 30 years ago…We are all here today because of our shared belief in the profound importance of Bana Pele — putting children first. | "It is because of this shar…
(2025-03-17). Social Development visits funded community based organisations. sanews.gov.za Social Development visits funded community based organisations | The Department of Social Development is conducting nationwide oversight visits to various community-based organisations that are funded to render social development services across South Africa. | In a statement on Sunday, the department said the visits form part of the department's ongoing measures to build and strengthen the capacity of non-governmental organisations that render much-needed services to communities. | This includes psychosocial support to vulnerable children and families, HIV prevention, teenage and unplanned pregnancies targeting…
(2025-03-17). The administrative state is the political elephant in the room. onlineopinion.com.au So much time and effort is given to political analysis. However, the very essence of government is the administrative state, or bureaucracy as it is also called.
(2025-03-17). DPWI Minister to host Tanzanian Minister in the Presidency. sanews.gov.za DPWI Minister to host Tanzanian Minister in the Presidency | Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson will tomorrow host the Minister in the Presidency from the United Republic of Tanzania. | The Minister will be accompanied by his delegation on a collaboration engagement focused on South Africa's largest poverty alleviation programme, the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). | "This flagship programme which is currently being enhanced to make more meaningful impact is receiving more recognition on the continent of Africa and globally," the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure said in…
(2025-03-17). Proudly SA'S Buy Local Summit kicks off. sanews.gov.za Proudly SA'S Buy Local Summit kicks off | Proudly South African's annual Buy Local Summit and Expo is underway at the Sandton Convention Centre in Gauteng. | Monday and Tuesday' summit will see over 200 exhibitors show off their wares while panel discussions will also be held. | The summit will promote locally made products and services with 2025 marking the 13th edition of the summit. | The summit will also see Proudly South African engaging various private sector organisations to adopt localisation commitments. | "Through these Localisation Commitments, Proudly SA aims to foster an industry culture that priorit…
(2025-03-17). Career guidance platform to assist SA's youth. sanews.gov.za Career guidance platform to assist SA's youth | An online career guidance platform which will guide young people in making informed decisions about their careers with an objective of attracting top talent in South Africa's retail sector has been launched. | The platform in South Africa's third biggest economic sector was launched by Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Buti Manamela on Friday. | The online career guidance platform is an interactive digital resource aimed at providing career advice, skills development information, and learning pathways for youth and professionals in the wholesale and ret…
(2025-03-17). Condolences for former Eastern Cape MEC Dennis Neer. sanews.gov.za Condolences for former Eastern Cape MEC Dennis Neer | Eastern Cape Premier, Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of former Safety and Security MEC, Dennis Neer, who passed away on Friday after a long illness. | Neer was appointed as an MEC after the democratic elections in 1994 and was reappointed as an MEC after the 1999 elections and served in the Department of Safety, Liaison and Transport. | Mabuyane described Neer as a dedicated public servant who spent his life serving the people of the Eastern Cape. | The Premier highlighted that during his…
(2025-03-17). Eastern Cape Government announces key leadership appointments. sanews.gov.za Eastern Cape Government announces key leadership appointments | The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has reinforced its administrative leadership with the appointment of new Heads of Departments (HoDs) across several critical portfolios. | In a statement on Monday, the provincial government said the strategic decisions reflect the government's commitment to enhancing service delivery, stability, and efficiency in the province. | Eastern Cape Premier, Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane, confirmed the provincial government's confidence in the three incumbents who previously served in an acting capacity. | The newly appointe…
(2025-03-17). Deputy President Mashatile arrives in Japan for a working visit. sanews.gov.za Deputy President Mashatile arrives in Japan for a working visit | Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrived at Narita International Airport in Tokyo, Japan, on Sunday for a working visit aimed at strengthening the cooperation between South Africa and Japan in areas of mutual interest. | According to the Presidency, the two countries have strong diplomatic relations, particularly in trade, investment, education, and science and technology. | "Japan is one of South Africa's major economic partners with a sizeable investment in the South African economy, and potential for increased investment exists," the statement re…
(2025-03-17). SA is addressing port challenges, says Deputy President. sanews.gov.za SA is addressing port challenges, says Deputy President | Deputy President Paul Mashatile has assured executives from Isuzu Motors Limited's headquarters in Japan that South Africa is actively working to resolve its port and infrastructure issues. | This comes in the wake of significant congestion, infrastructure shortfalls, and equipment failures at the country's major ports, which have affected both import and export operations. | "I am pleased to report that we have dealt with energy issues that affected our economy," the Deputy President said on Monday. | The Deputy President spoke at the Isuzu Fujisawa Plant…
(2025-03-17). Government activities for the week 17 — 21 March 2025. sanews.gov.za Government activities for the week 17 — 21 March 2025 | On Monday, 17 March, the Department of Basic Education, together with Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), co-convenes the Bana Pele Early Childhood Development (ECD) Leadership Summit, which will officially be opened by President Cyril Ramaphosa. | Also on Monday, the Gauteng MEC for Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Matome Chiloane hands over the newly revamped State-of-the-Art library to the community of Akasia in the City of Tshwane. | On Tuesday, 18 March, the Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Bernice Swarts, will…
(2025-03-17). Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement. thearabdailynews.com Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement PRESS RELEASE — March 17, 2025 Orland Fire Protection District, IL — As you may see, we do not have the endorsements of mayors, supervisors, or union leaders and activists. We are independent and we support good government. We are most proud of the… |
(2025-03-17). Plans resurrected for Blue Mountains tourist park. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-17). Libyan Education Minister Sentenced to Prison for Corruption. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-03-17). 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.
(2025-03-17). '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.
(2025-03-17). Saree: Yemeni Armed Forces thwart enemy attack. presstv.ir The Yemeni Armed Forces have said they succeeded in thwarting a hostile attack the enemy was preparing to launch against the Arab country.
(2025-03-17). Singaporean boy, 7, dies in Johor Bahru accident; unlicensed lorry driver tests positive for meth. channelnewsasia.com Of the people in the car, four were Singaporeans – including the driver – and the remaining one is an Indonesian citizen.
(2025-03-17). South Korea's opposition says delay of Yoon impeachment ruling is irresponsible. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). 13 arrested at Thai airport over attempts to smuggle 375kg of cannabis, some bound for Singapore: Report. channelnewsasia.com About US$2.2 million worth of cannabis was seized at Samui airport over four days, with 13 foreigners posing as tourists arrested.
(2025-03-17). Bank Indonesia to hold rates steady on March 19, cut in Q2: Reuters poll. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Indonesia's February exports jump 14.05% year-on-year, above forecast. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). When upholding sovereignty is a balancing act: Here are 4 ways city-states like Singapore do it. channelnewsasia.com The ways in which small city-states safeguard their sovereignty are sometimes similar, sometimes different. The CNA series Singapore's Balancing Act explores the challenges they face, their strategies for success and how they can endure.
(2025-03-17). Commentary: A stronger sports system is taking shape in Singapore, but the hard work is not over. channelnewsasia.com Singapore's aspiring athletes now have more funding and support than ever before, says former national fencer and NMP Nicholas Fang.
(2025-03-17). Japan govt approval rate drops after gift voucher row. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Disney's Snow White gets muted Hollywood premiere. channelnewsasia.com The studio kept its outspoken stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot away from reporters at the Saturday (Mar 15) afternoon event, with no red carpet interviews — and has avoided questions about the film's divisive depictions of the Seven Dwarfs.
(2025-03-17). Boucheron's Histoire de Style 2025 — Untamed Nature: A high jewellery collection rooted in the wild. channelnewsasia.com Untamed Nature, Boucheron's latest high jewellery collection, reimagines the raw beauty of the natural world through 28 masterful creations that capture its wild, asymmetrical, and poetic essence. | In partnership with Boucheron…
(2025-03-17). Money Talks Podcast: MT Explains – What to know before refinancing your mortgage loan. channelnewsasia.com A common misconception among homeowners is that they cannot use their CPF funds to pay off their bank mortgage loan. But there are conditions attached.
(2025-03-17). Over 300,000 pairs of donated shoes pile up at Tuas warehouse after interest in recycling project wanes. channelnewsasia.com Only about 70,000 pairs of shoes have been repurposed over nearly four years for 18 projects, including a jogging track atop a condominium.
(2025-03-17). Suspect in St Joseph's Church stabbing given fresh charges of carrying weapons in public. channelnewsasia.com Basnayake Keith Spencer allegedly had a flip knife, a pen knife and a fishing gaff with him at the church.
(2025-03-17). Atalanta midfielder Ederson's sending off ruined Inter game, says Gasperini. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Atletico's Simeone still optimistic about title chances after Barcelona loss. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Briton Draper pummels Rune to win Indian Wells title. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Fernandes caps Manchester United's 3-0 win at struggling Leicester. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Inter extend lead at the top with 2-0 win at Atalanta. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Inter's win at Atalanta an important step towards the title, says Sommer. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Leverkusen grab last-gasp 4-3 win at Stuttgart with two late goals. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Liverpool's Slot stays calm as Wembley woe completes tough week. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Local boy Burn the hero as Newcastle finally deliver a trophy. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Manchester United boss Amorim starting to see improvements. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). PSG close in on league title with 3-1 win over Marseille. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Schoolboy Gout Gout runs sub-20 second 200m with wind assistance. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Torres double helps Barca claim late 4-2 comeback win at Atletico Madrid. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). How Malaysian label Anaabu uses traditional Malay and Chinese elements to redefine minimalist fashion. channelnewsasia.com KL-based label Anaabu's minimalist styles has been winning fans with its distinctive and practical takes on traditional wear. It will be at Boutique Fairs Singapore, which runs from Mar 21 to 23.
(2025-03-17). Vatican releases first photo of Pope Francis in hospital. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Trump administration begins mass layoffs at Voice of America. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). US starts to build submarine presence on strategic Australian coast under AUKUS. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Arsenal edge out Chelsea, Fulham beat Spurs. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Guimaraes hails best day of his life as Newcastle win League Cup. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Juve suffer 3-0 defeat at Fiorentina as pressure mounts on Motta. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). List of English League Cup winners. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Marc Marquez wins Argentina Grand Prix ahead of brother Alex. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). Newcastle end trophy drought with League Cup final win over Liverpool. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-17). WBW News & Action: Peace in Shadow of War. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2025-03-17). Treaty on the Prohibition of Foreign Military Bases and Forces. pressenza.com I know, I know, foreign military bases are spreading like a disease, and governments are openly mocking the rule of law. | But it's hard to aim without a target. So, I've drafted a target. | This is a quick initial draft of something that, if it ever comes to be, will no doubt be improved and worsened by many voices. Please start that process, especially the improving part, by adding comments below | Treaty on the Prohibition of Foreign Military Bases and Forces: | The States Parties to this Treaty, | Determined to contribute to the realization of the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United N…
(2025-03-17). Student's Sudden Self-Deportation: A Tale of Controversy and Allegations. devdiscourse.com Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian PhD student at Columbia University, faced the harsh reality of self-deportation after her student visa was abruptly revoked. This move came following accusations of her involvement with Hamas, a charge vehemently denied by her lawyers who insist she was targeted for her political views.
(2025-03-17). Unforgettable Weddings at Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru. devdiscourse.com Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru at Embassy ONE creates an enchanting experience for couples seeking a memorable wedding celebration. The hotel offers diverse venues perfect for every occasion surrounding the big day, from the vibrant sangeet to…
(2025-03-17). Influencer-Orhan Awatramani Faces Legal Action for Alcohol Violation in Katra Hotel. devdiscourse.com Orhan Awatramani, a social media influencer known as Orry, is among eight individuals booked by police for reportedly consuming alcohol at a hotel in Katra, near the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. The incident has resulted in an FIR for violating local regulations and causing public distress.
(2025-03-17). FY26 full of financial challenges as revenue deficit grant has been reduced, GST compensation stopped: CM Sukhvinder Sukhu in Budget speech. devdiscourse.com
(2025-03-17). Around 70 pc of loan taken by state govt was spent on repayment of loan, taken by previous govt, interest component: CM Sukhu in Budget speech. devdiscourse.com
(2025-03-17). Focus is on promoting religious tourism and exploring lesser-known tourist destinations: CM Sukhvinder Sukhu in Budget speech. devdiscourse.com
(2025-03-17). Himachal Budget: CM Sukhvinder Sukhu announces hike in price of cow milk from Rs 45 to Rs 51 per litre, Buffalo milk from Rs 55 to Rs 61/litre. devdiscourse.com
(2025-03-17). TASMAC Controversy: BJP's Bold Protest Detained. devdiscourse.com BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai, along with several party officials, was detained by police on Monday before a planned protest against alleged irregularities involving TASMAC, the state-run liquor retailer.
(2025-03-17). Government orders crackdown on wetland encroachers in Eastern Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Water and Environment has directed the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) and the Environment Directorate to intensify efforts in restoring wetlands across Eastern Uganda. This directive comes as the ministry, with support from the police and army, continues its operations in the …
(2025-03-17). Trump freezes VOA, other U.S.-funded media outlets. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | Hundreds of staffers at Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Asia, Radio Free Europe and other outlets received a weekend email that they will be barred from their offices and should surrender press passes and equipment, local media reported Saturday. The cuts followed an executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump …
(2025-03-17). Non-Compete Agreements And Other Restraints Can End Up Hurting Australian Workers And All Of Us Pay The Price #Non-Compete #Agreements #Other #Restraints #Hurting #Australian #Workers #Price #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Australian workers have to overcome some significant barriers in navigating their careers. | Some may lack the training or work experience opportunities needed to make …
(2025-03-17). Germany's First Offshore Wind Farm To Be Dismantled After Just 15 Years Of Operation. wattsupwiththat.com The Alpha Ventus offshore wind farm near German North Sea island of Borkum is set to be dismantled after being in operation for only 15 years. | It has become too unprofitable to operate without massive subsidies.
(2025-03-17). Iran welcomes peace treaty between Armenia, Azerbaijan. presstv.ir The Iranian president welcomes the long-awaited peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
(2025-03-17). Scientists Misreport Climate Cause of LA Wildfires. wattsupwiththat.com During the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, the media briefly latched on to a study which apparently blamed climate change for making the blazes more likely to occur and also more intense. But is that really what the study says? Let's take a look.
(2025-03-17). Cuadrando la Caja: Mujeres y el trabajo no remunerado. cubadebate.cu Cuadrando la Caja se acerca al tema de las mujeres y el trabajo no remunerado. Indagaremos sobre por qué cada día vemos más mujeres dedicadas al cuidado y atención de enfermos o menores, entre otros. øSomos conscientes de la importancia de papel que desempeñan en la sociedad? øQué ha faltado para su protección? øSe les protege lo suficiente? øCómo se refleja en nuestra economía?
(2025-03-17). A aquellos que no han dormido. cubadebate.cu Ante un fallo del sistema
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| el esfuerzo es colosal
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| se labora noche y día.
(2025-03-17). El Barcelona remonta en el Metropolitano y da un gran paso hacia el título de la liga española. cubadebate.cu Un tanto en la prolongación de Lamine Yamal, con cierta fortuna al desviar su disparo el mozambiqueño Reinildo Mandava, castigó a un magnífico Atlético de Madrid y reforzó el proyecto del Barcelona de Hansi Flick, que remontó un 2-0 para llevarse la victoria del Metropolitano por 2-4 y dar un paso de gigante hacia el título de LaLiga EA Sports.
(2025-03-16). 'This Isn't War. It's Genocide': Why the World is Silent About Massacres in Syria. libya360.wordpress.com Mohamed Salah Survivors of the violence against the Alawite, Christian, and Druze communities shares their stories with RT. Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the dominant militant group in northwestern Syria, once presented itself as a local opposition force. Just over a month ago, the group was formally disbanded and became part of the Syrian Defense Ministry, yet its…
(2025-03-16). Columbia University expelled student for anti-nazi protest — in 1936. skwawkbox.org 
It's not uni's first collaboration rodeo Columbia University in New York has been rightly criticised for its failure to try to protect its students who have stood against genocide from the predations of the Trump government — which has now disappeared at least two current or former students, Mahmoud Khalil and Leqaa Kordia, and while …
(2025-03-16). Columbia Student Workers Rally Against Expulsions And Arrests. popularresistance.org It's been an intense and infuriating couple of weeks at Columbia University. Students expelled. Visas revoked. $400 million in funding held hostage by the federal government. An escalation, when Mahmoud Khalil was told his green card was suspended before being arrested by government agents from the lobby of his apartment building in the middle of the night. And most recently, Thursday night, the announcement that 22 students and recent graduates had been suspended, expelled, or had their diplomas revoked. One of the expelled students is Grant Miner, the president of the Student Workers of Columbia.
(2025-03-16). The Curious Case of Mahmoud Khalil. libya360.wordpress.com Craig Murray Two key points the discussion has mostly missed: 1) It has been a bipartisan Justice Department policy for years to attempt to establish that the First Amendment does not apply to non-US citizens 2) Why has the Trump administration chosen Mahmoud Khalil out of thousands of potential victims; about as problematic a test…
(2025-03-16). Socialist Equality Party mobilises support for Mahmoud Khalil's freedom at UK anti-war demonstration. wsws.org March participants came to the SEP's stall to express their support for Khalil's freedom and hear a genuine socialist perspective against war.
(2025-03-16). Columbia: Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers ask for his release on bail. newarab.com 
(2025-03-16). US: Protests erupt over Mahmoud Khalil detention without charge. newarab.com 
Nearly a week after his arrest without a warrant, outrage over the continued detention of New York-based Palestinian activist Multiple lawsuits have been filed, more than a hundred members of Congress have signed on to a letter demanding answers to the detention, and public demonstrations across the US are growing, with the largest planned for Saturday. | On 8 March, Khalil, a recent Columbia University graduate, was returning home with his pregn…
(2025-03-16). Jewish Americans And Allies Occupy Trump Tower. popularresistance.org Nearly a year and a half after the advocacy group Jewish Voice for Peace began leading nationwide demonstrations against Israel's U.S.-backed assault on Gaza, hundreds of organizers and supporters of the group risked arrest Thursday as they assembled in the lobby of Trump Tower in New York City, demanding the release of Columbia University graduate Mahmoud Khalil. | "Three hundred Jews and friends in Trump Tower, because we know what happens when an autocratic regime starts taking away our rights and scapegoating and we will not be silent," said Sonya Meyerson-Knox…
(2025-03-16). Thousands Of Syrian Alawites Shelter At Russian Base. popularresistance.org Thousands of Syrian Alawites continue to seek sanctuary at a Russian air base, fearing for their lives in the wake of a series of horrific sectarian massacres carried out by Syrian government-affiliated extremist armed groups. | Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Thursday that about 9,000 people were seeking refuge at Hmeimim, an air base established by Russia as part of its 2015 intervention in the US-backed war that began in 2011 to topple the Syrian government of former president Bashar al-Assad. | Thousands of people have been sheltering at the Hmeimim Air Base near the coastal city…
(2025-03-16). 'Entire families' killed in Syria fighting, UN says. defenddemocracy.press Hundreds reported killed in violence in Syria's coastal region, which is heavily populated by Alawites. Al Jazeera, Mars 11, 2025 Published On 11 Mar 2025Al, Entire families including women and children have been killed in Syria's coastal region as part of recent a series of sectarian killings by rival groups, the UN human rights office said. The …
(2025-03-16). 'Safari hunting Alawites': Relatives of those murdered in Syria's massacre speak out. defenddemocracy.press The bereaved tell RT of how the atrocities unfolded and their distrust in the system that investigates them Mar 14, 2025 In the early days of March 2025, Syria's coastal regions were engulfed in a wave of sectarian violence that have left an indelible mark on the nation's collective conscience. Predominantly targeting the Alawite minority, …
(2025-03-16). Why Did the Arabs Rush to Welcome Ahmad al-Jawlani? And What Are the Coming Dangers? defenddemocracy.press by Toubassi Marwan, fr. Ambassador of Palestine to Greece While the world is preoccupied with pressing international and regional issues, several areas in Syria have witnessed Israeli military incursions in the past two days, along with horrific massacres committed by the forces and militias of al-Jawlani's de facto regime. These massacres, justified under the pretext …
(2025-03-16). Syria in turmoil. uwidata.com By ƒ∞smet àñzàßelik It is clear that there is a state of turmoil in Syria. The massacres in Latakia, the PKK/PYD-Damascus government agreement, the emergence of armed groups, and the resulting power vacuum all point to this turmoil. Professor Dr. Mehmet Yuva assessed the PKK/PYD-Damascus agreement document as follows: "The Arabic of the text is …
(2025-03-16). Christian Minority Under Threat After Deadly Clashes Rock Syria's Coast. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). In Syria, 3 news crews shot at, assaulted while covering deadly clashes. Soran Rashid
(2025-03-16). Druze clerics from Syria meet brethren in Israel for first time in decades. haaretz.com Despite criticism against the visit voiced by members of the Druze community, thousands came out to welcome them in Israel. 'We are not seeking political goals,' Sheikh Tarif said. 'Our brothers deserve to visit the holy places, just as members of other communities visit their holy places in the Middle East'…
(2025-03-16). Haris Silajdzic: Bosnia's crisis was planned in Belgrade. aljazeera.com Bosnia's wartime PM slams NATO's Rutte for telling leaders to 'take responsibility' instead of naming the 'perpetrator'.
(2025-03-16). U.S. Influence on Lebanon's New Central Bank Governor. devdiscourse.com The United States is playing a pivotal role in advising Lebanon on the appointment of its next central bank governor to address issues of corruption and prevent financing for Hezbollah, according to sources. This move highlights Washington's active involvement in Lebanon's affairs amidst a prolonged financial crisis.
(2025-03-16). US Says It Killed ISIS Second-in-Command in Iraq Airstrike. news.antiwar.com The US has announced an airstrike in Iraq that it claimed killed the deputy leader of ISIS. US Central Command said that on March 13, its forces "conducted a precision airstrike in Al Anbar Province, Iraq, that killed the Global ISIS #2 leader, chief of operations and the Delegated Committee Emir — Abdallah Makki Muslih …
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). A questionable account by Varoufakis of the origins of the Greek crisis. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). France: The situation in France, the NFP and the tasks of revolutionaries. internationalviewpoint.org The situation in France is marked by the general crisis of capitalism and its place in the international balance of forces. It is currently in a very unstable equilibrium and, like many other countries, could tip over into the domination of the extreme right. | – | / |
(2025-03-16). Toward a Socialist Approach to Crisis. internationalviewpoint.org Ståle Holgersen is a Senior Lecturer in Human Geography at Stockholm University and a member of the ecosocialist Zetkin Collective. His new book makes essential contributions to socialist strategy in our crisis times and, more broadly, to theorizing crisis. He develops a fresh understanding of the ecological crisis as one expression of capitalist crisis tendencies and persuasively argues against the left shibboleth that capitalist crises are good for radicals. "Crises are the enemy," writes Holgersen, in his characteristically clear, captivating voice. The book will advance thinking among socialists familia…
(2025-03-16). Jenny Jones joined mothers and children taking over Westminster to raise the alarm about air pollution. thecanary.co 
On 14 March in London, climate crisis group Mothers Rise Up led a striking demonstration at 11am, calling on the UK government to take urgent action on air pollution. The event saw parents, grandparents, and children, along with colourful oversized props — including a giant inhaler and an NHS prescription for clean air — symbolising […] | By
(2025-03-16). When Human Rights Principles Are Abandoned at Zionism's Altar. indybay.org The crisis in Gaza has exposed the stark reality that, for many self-proclaimed defenders of human rights, the value of human life is not universal but conditional.
(2025-03-16). Irán, con fuerte respaldo de China y Rusia, no se deja avasallar por Trump. cubadebate.cu En plena crisis del orden mundial y de redistribución del poder, China, Rusia e Irán -tres países que el imperio estadounidense considera sus "mayores amenazas"- vienen fortaleciendo su integración incluso en el campo militar.
(2025-03-16). Israeli Military Kills 14 Palestinians in Gaza Over 24 Hours. news.antiwar.com Gaza's Health Ministry said Sunday that at least 14 Palestinians were killed by Israeli attacks in the previous 24-hour period as Israel has ramped up its bombings amid its ongoing breach of the ceasefire deal reached in January. The ministry said the total number of bodies that were brought to Gaza hospitals was 29, including …
(2025-03-16). Trump and Putin To Discuss Potential Ukraine Ceasefire This Week. news.antiwar.com White House envoy Steve Witkoff said Sunday that President Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week to discuss the potential for a ceasefire in Ukraine. "The two presidents are going to have a really good and positive discussion this week," Witkoff said in an interview with CNN. "The two sides are a …
(2025-03-16). Video: Israel shoots at Palestinians as they gather to break Ramadan fast. skwawkbox.org 
Terror state uses drones to target Iftar meal-goers — including children Palestinian journalist Mohamed Amra documented last night an Israeli assault on a Rafah mosque as the occupation lay siege to civilians preparing to break their Ramadan fast: Israel breached its obligations every day during the supposed Gaza ceasefire but has now abandoned the ceasefire …
(2025-03-16). Three civilians killed in Israeli strikes on south Lebanon amid ceasefire. presstv.ir At least three civilians were killed when Israeli military aircraft carried out separate strikes targeting vehicles in southern Lebanon.
(2025-03-16). Israel and the occupied territories: Ceasefire agreement essential to avoid region plunging back into despair. icrc.org
(2025-03-16). Video: Israeli attacks kill Palestinians in Gaza as ceasefire talks stall. aljazeera.com Aid workers and a journalist were among some of the latest victims of Israeli attacks in Gaza.
(2025-03-16). Escalating Aerial Warfare: Drone Strikes Intensify in Russia and Ukraine. devdiscourse.com Amid ongoing hostilities, Russia and Ukraine persist in launching aerial assaults against one another, resulting in injuries and property damage. This conflict intensifies as the possibility of a ceasefire remains in limbo.
(2025-03-16). Israeli Violations of Lebanon Ceasefire: Two Martyrs in Yatar and Mays al-Jabal. english.almanar.com.lb 'Israel' continues to violate the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, killing civilians in different parts of southern Lebanon on Sunday. According to our correspondent, on Sunday an Israeli drone strike in the southern Lebanese town of Mays al-Jabal killed a local resident as he exited his vehicle. Separately, another drone strike in the town of Yater …
(2025-03-16). Full Speech: Zelensky Clashes with UK's Starmer, Slams Putin's Kursk Deal During Heated Virtual Meet. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a virtual meet with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Zelensky expressed frustration, particularly criticizing Putin's Kursk deal and emphasising the need for immediate action against Russia. This comes as global leaders are pushing for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, with Russia posing several conditions for peace. Watch the video for details…
(2025-03-16). Deadly Israel strikes on Palestinians mar fragile Gaza ceasefire. newarab.com 
Gaza's civil defence agency said nine people including journalists Following the strikes, the deadliest since the ceasefire took hold on January 19, Hamas accused Israel of a "blatant
(2025-03-16). Israel has killed more than 150 people in Gaza since ceasefire. newarab.com 
Israel has killed more than 150 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip since the ceasefire came into effect on 19 January, the territory's government media office said on Saturday. | The statement came after an Israeli air strike in Beit Lahia in the northern part of the enclave "We have noticed the [Israeli] occupation's deliberate escalation of its crimes against civilians recently, targeting civilians who were collecting firewood or checking on their homes, leading…
(2025-03-16). Netanyahu delays response to Hamas bid to free US-Israel captive. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed until later on Saturday his response to a Hamas decision to release a dual national captive. | US special envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff was in Qatar continuing negotiations on how to extend the ceasefire's initial phase, which ended on 1 March and has seen Hamas release dozens of captives in return for thousands of Witkoff left Doha on Friday after five days of talks in which no progress had reportedly been…
(2025-03-16). Gaza Ceasefire Teeters as Netanyahu Weighs Next Moves Under US Backing. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). Two Myths About the Gaza Ceasefire. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). Deadly Israeli strikes mar fragile Gaza truce. scmp.com Nine people, including journalists, were killed in the Beit Lahia attack, the most since the start of the ceasefire with Hamas.
(2025-03-16). Spain's socialist deputy PM urges Labour to press ahead with workers' rights reforms. leftfootforward.org Yolanda Díaz Pérez, deputy prime minister of Spain's socialist government, delivered a message for Labour politicians in Britain ahead of their employment rights bill taking it next step to becoming law. | Since Spain introduced similar workers' rights measures in 2022, companies' use of temporary contracts have been significantly reduced without causing unemployment to rise. At the same time, the minimum wage has risen sharply. | Spain's unemployment rate has dropped from 14 percent at the start of 2022 to 11 percent at the end of last year, though it is still more than twice the level of the UK. | Pérez reca…
(2025-03-16). Businesses encouraged to operate ethically. sanews.gov.za Businesses encouraged to operate ethically | Mpumalanga MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Makhosazane Masilela, has called on businesses to "go above and beyond" to demonstrate ethical business practices. | The MEC was speaking at the commemoration of World Consumer Rights Day (WCR), held at the University of Mpumalanga, on Saturday. | "As we celebrate this significant day, we are reminded of the central role that consumers play in our economy, and the critical need to protect their rights, while also encouraging businesses to operate ethically, responsibly, and with integrity. | "It is not enough to simp…
(2025-03-16). Greenland in Trump's Sights: Three Possible Fates Await. sputnikglobe.com Greenland's pro-business opposition party, Demokraatit, which advocates for a gradual approach to independence, won the elections earlier this week. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump seems serious about taking control of the island.
(2025-03-16). EPA questions 31 major energy regulations. wattsupwiththat.com What is certain is that 31 big fights lie ahead making this EPA combined action a truly breathtaking event. Stay tuned to CFACT as this supreme battle unfolds.
(2025-03-16). Europe's rights advocacy claims 'invalid' over involvement in Halabja tragedy: Iran. presstv.ir The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has censured the European governments' claims of advocating human rights as "invalid".
(2025-03-16). Venezuelan immigrants deported to El Salvador despite US court ban. aljazeera.com Over 200 alleged Tren de Aragua members sent to El Salvador from US amid legal and human rights concerns.
(2025-03-16). Who Owns Digital Data About You? South African Legal Scholar Weighs Up Property And Privacy Rights #Owns #Digital #Data #About #You? #South #African #Legal #Scholar #Weighs #Property #Privacy #Rights #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | In the digital economy, data is more than just information it is an asset with immense economic and strategic value. Yet, despite its significance, a fundamental legal …
(2025-03-16). Spanish state: Housing — old problem, new solutions. internationalviewpoint.org Rent levels have been on everyone's lips in recent months, and not for nothing. Not only because it's a problem that affects hundreds of thousands of people, but also because the housing rights movement has succeeded in getting tens of thousands of people onto the streets of Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Gijón, Burgos, Zaragoza, Salamanca and other cities. | – | / |
(2025-03-16). Will Dems Draw a Line? Budget Capitulation Raises Questions Over Fights to Come. truthout.org Ten Senate Democrats handed Republicans a critical victory, voting in favor of cloture on a budget that will allow the Trump Administration to continue wielding budget cuts as a political weapon — targeting the administration's opponents, including trans and queer people. The budget slashes Medicaid, dealing a direct blow to vulnerable constituents, while further entrenching the administration's… |
(2025-03-16). Venezuela rejects US decision against its migrants. plenglish.com The Foreign Ministry said in a statement that this act recalls the darkest episodes of human history, from slavery to the horrors of the Nazi concentration camps, citing the Alien Enemy Act of 1798. | It pointed out that this executive order is an anachronistic regulation that not only violates fundamental and existing laws of the United States, "but also violates the international legal order in terms of human rights" and other agreements and principles of world legality. | The statement denounced that its attempted application constitutes a crime against humanity and a dangerous precedent for our entire region…
(2025-03-16). Palestine Action just cherry picked their latest protest — the 17th at this Elbit site. thecanary.co 
On Saturday 15 March, Palestine Action returned to shut down Elbit Systems' Bristol headquarters for the 17th time, using a modified cherry picker to damage the operational hub of Israel's largest arms firm. The last time the group shut down the site was a matter of weeks ago. Palestine Action: cherry picking their fights To […] | By
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! Napa Fights Back Against Trump & Musk Protest. indybay.org Napa Courthouse | 825 Brown Street at crosstreet Second Street | Napa, CA 94559…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! Redwood City Fights Back Protest. indybay.org Intersection of Jefferson Ave and El Camino Real | Redwood City, CA 94062…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! San Mateo Fights Back Against Trump & Musk. indybay.org Out front: Congressmember – San Mateo District Office | 1528 S. El Camino Real | San Mateo, CA 94402…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! Monterey Fights Back Against Trump & Musk Protest. indybay.org Window on the Bay Park | 717 Del Monte Ave | Monterey, CA 93940…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! Sacramento Fights Back Against Trump & Musk Protest. indybay.org California State Capitol Park | 10th Street & L Street and 14th Street & N Street | capital of CA – Sacramento, CA 95814-3909…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: San Jose Protest: Hands Off! 50501 SJ Fights Back. indybay.org St. James Park @ McKinley Statue | 180 N. First Street | Downtown San Jose…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! San Francisco Fights Back – Civic Center Protest. indybay.org SF City Hall / Civic Center Plaza | Larkin Street & McAllister Street | San Francisco…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! SF Fights Back Against Trump & Musk – SF Telsa Protest. indybay.org Sidwalk outside SF Tesla | 999 Van Ness Ave | At O'Farrell Street | San Francisco, CA 94109…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! Marin Fights Back Against Trump & Musk Protest. indybay.org San Rafael City Hall Plaza | 1400 Fifth Ave | San Rafael, CA 94901…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Hands Off! Somona County Fights Back Against Trump & Musk – Santa Rosa Protest. indybay.org Old Courthouse Square | Between 4th Street & Mendocino Ave and 3rd Street & Santa Rosa Ave | Santa Rosa, CA…
(2025-03-16). Bulgaria: Saudi activist at risk of deportation, Sofia should allow resettlement to third country. fidh.org Bulgarian authorities should suspend any plans to deport Saudi human rights defender Abdulrahman al-Khalidi to Saudi Arabia, and should allow his resettlement to a third country, twenty organizations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, said today. Bulgarian authorities would violate the Bulgarian, European, and international law (…) | – |
(2025-03-16). Serbia: European civil society stands in solidarity with the people of Serbia. fidh.org We, representatives of European civil society from across the continent, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, express our deep concern over the rapid escalation of restrictions, attacks, and repression against civil society in Serbia and call on the Serbian authorities to stop them.
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(2025-03-16). Israel ignores European Union's core human rights requests. fidh.org
(2025-03-16). Malaysia: Judicial harassment against SUARAM members Sevan Doraisamy and Azura Nasron. fidh.org
(2025-03-16). Bahrain: Detained human rights defender Ali AlHajee must be released immediately. fidh.org
(2025-03-16). Disastrous Omnibus proposal erodes EU's corporate accountability commitments and slashes human rights and environmental protections. fidh.org
(2025-03-16). Israel: two pending bills threaten to upend civil society and human rights work. fidh.org In Israel at least two explicitly anti-NGO bills are pending adoption by the Parliament (Knesset), within a context of increasing pressure and limitations already piling on human rights organisations in the country. These laws will severely reduce the ability of non governmental organisations (NGOs) to receive international funding, and the criminalization of accountability activities, including harsh prison sentences for supporting or even engaging with the International Criminal Court (…) | – | /…
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). Stop Trump's Bombing of Yemen—End U.S. Support for Genocide. fightbackbetter.com by ian Hartman | According to AP News, President Donald Trump ordered a series of airstrikes on Yemen's capital, Sanaa, on Saturday, vowing to use "overwhelming lethal force" until the Houthi movement ceases its attacks on Red Sea shipping. The Houthis, who control Sanaa, have been targeting maritime trade to pressure the world into halting Israel's genocide in Gaza. These attacks had paused, but resumed after Israel refused to restore electricity, water, and humanitarian aid to Gaza—a blatant violation of international law and an act of collective punishment condemned by the International Criminal Court…
(2025-03-16). Operaàßao Jakarta: Sixty Years After the US-backed Indonesian Genocide. counterpunch.org For the past fifteen years, I have had a poster hanging on the door of the room where I sleep, which shows a stylized representation of the Indonesian island of Bali. The shape of the island is composed of watercolor images of scenes from the paroxysm of violence that swept across the Indonesian archipelago during the years of 1965-1966 as part of a campaign of mass murder against the country's left.
(2025-03-16). ICC Detains Ex-Philippine President Duterte. pressenza.com 
by Dr. Perfecto Caparas, SJD | The Philippines has taken a bold, decisive step in arresting and surrendering to the International Criminal Court former president Rodrigo Duterte to face charges of crimes against humanity for the murder of 12,000-30,000 civilians during his so-called "war on drugs." | On March 14, 2025, Duterte appeared via video link before ICC Pre-Trial Chamber I Presiding Judge Iulia Antoanella Motoc, Judge Reine AdélaàØde Sophie Alapini-Gansou, and Judge María del Socorro Flores Liera. During his publicly broadcast first appearance, Duterte verbally confirmed his own identity and date a…
(2025-03-16). Former Philippine President Duterte faces the International Criminal Court over crimes against humanity: No One Is Above the Law. fidh.org
(2025-03-16). Netanyahu moves to dismiss head of Shin Bet over lack of 'trust'. aljazeera.com Israeli leader says he no longer has 'trust' in the head of the domestic security agency.
(2025-03-16). Zionist PM Netanyahu: I decided to dismiss the Shin Bet chief due to a lack of trust. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). Netanyahu sacks Shin Bet chief: Why now, and how big is the danger to Israeli democracy? haaretz.com Israeli democracy is now in grave danger, and the Supreme Court cannot protect it alone. It's up to Israelis to decide if they'll accept Netanyahu's hostile power-grab — and how far they will go to stop it…
(2025-03-16). Netanyahu's nightmare is playing out on the streets of Belgrade. Can it happen in Israel? haaretz.com Serbia's huge rallies against the government of right-wing populist Aleksandar Vuƒçiƒá greatly concern Israeli PM Netanyahu. His decision on Sunday to fire the head of the Shin Bet increases the possibility of a 'Serbian Moment' in Israel…
(2025-03-16). Netanyahu informs Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar that he intends to fire him. haaretz.com Netanyahu said decision was made due to 'an ongoing lack of trust,' adding the cabinet will approve his dismissal later this week ‚ñ The Attorney General delayed the dismissal, citing the need for further legal examination ‚ñ Bar: Netanyahu's demand for personal loyalty is 'fundamentally flawed'…
(2025-03-16). Israel Police open investigation into ex-Shin Bet chief for alleged blackmail of Netanyahu. haaretz.com The police decided not to consult with the Attorney General prior to looking into Nadav Argaman's statements, though it is customary to do so when investigating former senior officials…
(2025-03-16). Shin Bet detains, then releases, senior PMO official on suspicion of sharing Netanyahu's location. haaretz.com The senior official, related to Netanyahu's security detail, was arrested with an activist in the protest movement. Both were both barred from seeing a lawyer while detained. Shin Bet later decided to release them to house arrest…
(2025-03-16). IDF seeks probe into Netanyahu's military secretary for using minor in influence campaign. haaretz.com Haaretz's exclusive reporting last year revealed that PM Netanyahu's military secretary, Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman, allowed a 17-year-old access to confidential information so that he would post it on social media. The teenager was detained for over a year, but Gofman was only reprimanded…
(2025-03-16). Running with Einav Zangauker, warrior mother of hostage Matan. haaretz.com When people talk about Zangauker, a single mom from Ofakim and once-avowed Netanyahu supporter, one word comes up over and over: 'unlikely.' Unlikely warrior, unlikely leader of the protest movement. But as we circled Defense Ministry HQ, I realized the descriptor doesn't fit…
(2025-03-16). The hidden reason behind Netanyahu's ugly, shocking firing of Israel's Shin Bet chief. haaretz.com Netanyahu is trying to ditch one of the few remaining gatekeepers of Israel's fragile democracy, Trump-style favoring personal loyalty above all else. But there's another reason for why he acted right now…
(2025-03-16). Gag order imposed on case related to Shin Bet activities against employee in Netanyahu's office. haaretz.com Haaretz has submitted a request to lift the gag order on details of the case involving Shin Bet activities against a senior employee of the Prime Minister's Office…
(2025-03-16). GE2025: NSP to field mix of old-timers, new faces in Tampines GRC, says party president. channelnewsasia.com In the 2020 General Election, the National Solidarity Party received 33.59 per cent of the vote in Tampines GRC. The People's Action Party won the constituency with 66.41 per cent of votes.
(2025-03-16). He was her devoted grandpa. He was also a military governor who tormented Arabs in Israel's early years. haaretz.com In her documentary 'The Governor,' Danel Elpeleg examines the less 'grandfatherly' side of a beloved but complex relative, who served several stints as a military governor who ruled over Arab citizens starting in the '50s…
(2025-03-16). Veterans "Act Now Keep Democracy Alive and Well" indybay.org WASHINGTON (03-16) — "Don't let democracy die on our watch!" is the operative that brought concerned American veterans from across the country to every state Capitol and Washington to rally and march for accountability and to defend democracy. The date of the rally 03-14 was selected in reference to Section 3 of the 14th Amendment of the Constitution wherein it states that anyone who has taken an oath of office, civil or military and is involved in "…insurrection or rebellion against the same, or given aid or comfort to the enemies thereof" can be removed from their office by a two-thirds vote of each…
(2025-03-16). Guam at decolonisation 'crossroads' with resolution on US statehood. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Mar-Vic Cagurangan in Hagatna, Guam Debate on Guam's future as a US territory has intensified with its legislature due to vote on a non-binding resolution to become a US state amid mounting Pacific geostrategic tensions and expansionist declarations by the Trump administration. Located closer to Beijing than Hawai'i, Guam serves as a key US…
(2025-03-16). US Government Continues Israel's Illegal War On Yemen & Trump Doubling Down On Free Speech Attack. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (3/16/25). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2025-03-16). From War to Wall Street? IAI Considers IPO Amid Global Weapons Demand. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). Israeli President Herzog's Vision of Voice of the People Unveiled With Global Jewish Leaders. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). Transcript of Press TV, Iran, 14 March. gilbertdoctorow.com Transcript submitted by a reader www.urmedium.net/c/presstv/132998 PressTV: 0: 09Hello and welcome to Spotlight. Iran, China and Russia have called for an end to all of illegal unilateral sanctions against the Islamic Republic. Western countries led by the United States and provoked by the Israeli regime have been pressuring Iran and imposing bans on the country for …
(2025-03-16). Israel Airstrikes in Gaza Leave 14 Dead Despite Truce; Hamas Cries Foul. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). Marco Rubio's diplomatic attack on South Africa is punishment for standing up to Israel. mondoweiss.net The Trump administration's extraordinary and unprecedented move to effectively expel South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool was done for one reason.
(2025-03-16). Israel bans aid workers who've ever criticised it from Gaza and West Bank. skwawkbox.org 
Not content with murdering hundreds of aid workers, Israel now demands only those who will be silent are allowed After renewing its complete blockade of food, fuel energy and other essentials into Gaza, Israel has imposed 'sweeping' new rules on all aid workers trying to gain access to any Palestinian territory, according to Palestine Chronicle. …
(2025-03-16). Judge excuses Israeli extremist who shot Palestinian while chanting 'death to arabs' because 'people are on edge'. skwawkbox.org 
Victim detained while judge says Zionist fanatic should not be 'deemed a criminal' A judge in Jerusalem has ordered the release to house arrest of a Jewish extremist who shot a Palestinian city worker while a mob attacked the worker while chanting 'Death to Arabs' — after concluding that the would-be murderer should not be …
(2025-03-16). South Korean Singer Wheesung Found Dead At 43 #South #Korean #Singer #Wheesung #Found #Dead #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – Jordan Times) | SEOUL – South Korean singer Wheesung was found dead at his residence, his management said on Tuesday, with police reportedly planning to conduct an autopsy to determine the …
(2025-03-16). 'Fighting Israel's battles': Netizens denounce latest US aggression against Yemen. presstv.ir The latest deadly US airstrikes against Yemen sparks a firestorm across the global social media platforms.
(2025-03-16). Yemen vows 'professional and painful' response to US strikes. presstv.ir Yemen's Supreme Political Council condemns the deadly US aggression against the country in support of Israel, pledging that the nation will punish the criminal regime in a "painful" manner.
(2025-03-16). 'I was a human shield': What Israeli soldiers did to a Gaza father. aljazeera.com Yousef al-Masri spent several terrifying days forced to clear rooms for heavily armed Israeli soldiers.
(2025-03-16). The Arab plan for Gaza has two problems: Israel and the PA. aljazeera.com The plan could fail in the face of Israel's intransigence and the PA's incompetence.
(2025-03-16). Deadly US air strikes on Yemen. aljazeera.com The US launched air strikes in Yemen after the Houthis threatened Red Sea attacks unless Israel lifts the Gaza blockade.
(2025-03-16). Video: Refuse the War: Israeli Conscientious Objectors Share Their Stories. worldbeyondwar.org By World BEYOND War, March 16, 2025 | On March 16, 2025, we hosted a webinar to learn from and support Israeli conscientious objectors. | The Refuser Solidarity Network (RSN) works to end the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian Territories and the militarization of Israeli society, one soldier at a time. They have valiantly stood by refusers serving jail sentences; elevated stories of refusers through social media, press, and email campaigns; and educated the global public on the importance of conscientious objection as a tactic. | More importantly, they help organize spontaneous refusers into coherent movem…
(2025-03-16). Gaza Civil Defense: Our crews in Rafah are dealing with three injured people after a bomb was fired at them from an Israeli drone in the Tel al-Sultan area. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). West Bank: Israeli occupation forces expel more Palestinian families during their ongoing invasion of Tulkarm. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). Israeli occupation forces opening intense fire on Palestinians in Beit Hanoun, northern Gaza Strip, earlier today. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). Israeli media: Ronen Bar's dismissal will be a major political earthquake in "Israel" english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). Al-Manar correspondent: An Israeli drone dropped a stun grenade near a civilian in Yaroun Square, no injuries reported. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). Why is Israel such a big deal? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). 'I grieve for the turn things have taken': How Lawrence Wright wove October 7 into his new book. haaretz.com In 'The Human Scale,' Lawrence Wright imagined a Palestinian-American FBI agent and an Israeli policeman investigating a murder in Hebron. He handed in a draft in August 2023: Two months later, the prolific novelist, screenwriter and journalist had a Gaza-shaped problem…
(2025-03-16). From Tel Aviv to the Venice Biennale and back: How an Israeli artist took a stand on the Gaza war. haaretz.com
(2025-03-16). Israeli negotiating team in Egypt for hostage talks as Trump envoy rejects Hamas' latest offer. haaretz.com U.S. envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff rejects Hamas' offer to free only one living hostage and four bodies as a 'nonstarter', says that Hamas' window of opportunity is 'closing fast'…
(2025-03-16). Ex-ADL head rebukes successor for sharing stage at Israel antisemitism confab with Europe's far right. haaretz.com Conference of Presidents member organizations and movements also voiced deep concerns about their leader attending the international conference on antisemitism, hosted by Israel's far-right Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli…
(2025-03-16). Israel Police rescue lion cub and monkey, latest in string of animal trafficking cases. haaretz.com 'This is horrific animal abuse that not only endangers the animals but poses a risk to humans,' an official from Israel Nature and Parks Authority said. Police believe some of the animals were smuggled in using drones, which were also used to smuggle in weapons…
(2025-03-16). Facing reservist shortage, Israeli army units resort to dubious recruitment campaigns on social media. haaretz.com After 18 months of war, Israeli reserve soldiers are tired, with barely 50 percent reporting for duty in some units. Commanders now post ads for everything from combat soldiers and cooks to medics and drivers…
(2025-03-16). High-ranking IDF officer loses classified documents in central Israeli parking lot. haaretz.com Erez Weiner, a Brigadier General (res.) serving at Southern Command during the war, lost the documents in Ramat Gan, where they were subsequently found by a civilian…
(2025-03-16). To free itself from Hezbollah, Lebanon must settle its border with Israel. haaretz.com The change in leadership in Lebanon is opening a pathway to Hezbollah disarmament — as long as the country can prove it can defend its own sovereignty from the Israeli army…
(2025-03-16). 'The contract between citizens, the gov't and IDF didn't just break on Oct. 7, it shattered'. haaretz.com Seven months passed between Lior Rudaeff's death and the IDF's confirmation that his body was taken into Gaza. Without a grave, the family feels they cannot fully grieve: 'Every psychologist we've spoken to calls it "delayed mourning,"' his son said…
(2025-03-16). IDF inquiry into October 7 attack on Nir Oz finally sheds light on why the army never arrived. haaretz.com The breakdown of command in Kibbutz Nir Oz and nearby areas left the army without a clear picture of the battle, abandoning the kibbutz to fend for itself ‚ñ As negotiations continue for the release of 14 Nir Oz residents, Israel must consider the possibility of Trump shifting course and pressuring it into a deal…
(2025-03-16). Nine killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, including journalists, Palestinian medics say. haaretz.com The IDF said it targeted a terrorist cell operating a drone that was threatening Israeli forces, while local media outlets in Gaza reported that the victims were journalists using a drone to film humanitarian aid…
(2025-03-16). 21 killed in Yemen as Trump launches strikes against Houthis. newarab.com 
The first US strikes against The Houthis, who have attacked Israel and An AFP photograph…
(2025-03-16). Israel expels 200 Palestinian families from homes in Tulkarm. newarab.com 
Israeli forces on Saturday demanded 200 families evacuate their homes in the Tulkarm refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, according to an activist. | Nadia Arsan told The New Arab's sister site, Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, that families living in neighbourhoods on the outskirts of the camp had previously been displaced but returned to retrieve some of their belongings. | However, she said they ended up staying in their homes, prompting the Israeli army to use drone loudspeakers to demand they leave. |
(2025-03-16). Israel imposes harsh new restrictions on Gaza aid groups. newarab.com 
(2025-03-16). Israel's antisemitism summit faces boycott over far-right guests. newarab.com 
Several Germany's Commissioner for Jewish Life and the Fight Against Antisemitism, Felix Klein, has withdrawn from the International Conference on Combating Antisemitism in Jerusalem set for March 2025. | Klein's move follows revelations that several…
(2025-03-16). Palestinians slam US, European decision to block Al-Aqsa TV. newarab.com 
The decision to block Al-Aqsa TV was reportedly influenced by a complaint filed by Israel, with French satellite provider Eutelsat suspending the channel's transmission. | The decision has led to the imposition of heavy fines on satellite providers that conti…
(2025-03-16). Somalia, Somaliland deny talks on resettling Palestinians Gaza. newarab.com 
Somalia and its breakaway region of Somaliland have not received any The Associated Press quoted US and Israeli officials as saying their governments had cont…
(2025-03-16). A deadly night in southern Lebanon as Israeli drone kills two>. newarab.com 
The night and early morning hours of Sunday were marked with unrest in The airstrikes occurred around 02: 00 (00: 00 GMT) in Yater, in the Bint Jbeil district, and later in the morning east of Meis el-Jabal, in the Marjeyoun district. | Local media reported that the victim of the Yater strike was identified as Mohammad Imad Srour, a young man from Aita el-Chaab in Bint Jbeil. | According to sources, the missile strike also seriously injured another pe…
(2025-03-16). Three Civilians Killed in Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon, DM Vows Troops Will Remain. news.antiwar.com
(2025-03-16). Ghana's Poor Are The Ones Who Suffer Most From Corruption: History Offers Some Ideas About Fighting Back #Ghana's #Poor #Ones #Suffer #Most #Corruption: #History #Offers #Some #Ideas #About #Fighting #Back #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | It didn't take long for the new government of John Mahama in Ghana to find a dramatic way to highlight its commitment to combating corruption. On 12 February 2025 his …
(2025-03-16). Trump's English Language Order Upends America's Long Multilingual History #Trump's #English #Language #Order #Upends #America's #Long #Multilingual #History #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Across its nearly 250-year history, the United States has never had an official language. On March 1, U.S. President Donald Trump changed that when he signed an executive …
(2025-03-16). Why Gordie Howe's Elbows Are Canada's Answer To Donald Trump #Gordie #Howe's #Elbows #Canada's #Answer #Donald #Trump #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | When Canadian ice hockey centre Connor McDavid scored in overtime to lead Canada to victory over the United States in the National Hockey League's 4 Nations Face-Off …
(2025-03-16). Australia's Next Government May Well Be In Minority. Here's How That Can Be A Good Outcome For The Country #Australia's #Next #Government #Well #Minority. #Here's #That #Good #Outcome #Country #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Two months out from an Australian federal election, the polling is pointing to a very tight race between the two major parties. This means, if the polls are correct, …
(2025-03-16). Luxon Meets Modi: Why A 'Good' NZ-India Trade Deal Is Preferable To A 'Perfect' One #Luxon #Meets #Modi: #'Good' #NZ-India #Trade #Deal #Preferable #'Perfect' #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Some have said Christopher Luxon's pledge to get a free trade deal between New Zealand and India over the line in his first term as prime minister was overly optimistic. …
(2025-03-16). '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. | – | / |
(2025-03-16). Pro-Palestine Campus Organizers: Demilitarization & Democratization Go Together. truthout.org Universities have long been pivotal hubs of the global solidarity movement with Palestine. During Israel's genocidal siege of Gaza and its annihilation campaign against Palestinian educational institutions, students across the world transformed universities into sites of protests and encampments. A central demand united this movement: that universities cut their ties with Israel's machinery of war… |
(2025-03-16). Israeli attacks on Gaza kill 12 in 24 hours. plenglish.com Ramallah, Mar 16 (Prensa Latina) The Israeli army has killed 12 Palestinians in the past 24 hours in the Gaza Strip, where the situation continues to deteriorate as a result of the 15-day-old blockade on humanitarian aid.
(2025-03-16). Trump orders strikes on Houthis in Yemen, threatens 'overwhelming lethal force'. scmp.com The Iran-backed rebels have said they will resume attacks on Israeli vessels in response to the country's blockade on Gaza.
(2025-03-16). Stop the EU rearmament frenzy, stop the drive to nuclear war! defenddemocracy.press Petition Alarmed by statements by European leaders gratuitously portraying Russia as a threat to all of Europe if it is not stopped in Ukraine, professionals from several countries have drafted a manifesto in favor of diplomatic solutions, peace and disarmament. While we unequivocally condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine, we believe that these statements, including those …
(2025-03-16). If The News … smoothiex12.blogspot.com are correct ⚪ those 30 officers are of high tactical and operational level. They, obviously, are not very good at what they do because Russians buried in Kursk 70,000 of VSU (and their helpers). Those 30 have two options: surrender or be killed by, highly likely, VSU. Who needs singing birds. Atrocities in Kursk and elsewhere are also the on NATO. Per French nuclear "umbrella" (LOL), it must be reminded constantly that deterrence of 1980s and deterrence of 2020s are very different things because ABM (NATO has ONLY strategic ballistic missiles) becomes an organic part of deterrence and, obviously, ASTER-30 mis…
(2025-03-16). On the Precipice of Darkness. libya360.wordpress.com Chris Hedges This was a talk I gave at the Sanctuary for Independent Media. Thank you to them for hosting me, and allowing my team to upload this talk I gave to The Chris Hedges Report. Visit their YouTube channel, where this originally aired, here. Text of the talk: My old office in Gaza is a…
(2025-03-16). Chris Hedges: On the Precipice of Darkness. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-16). Columbia University Expels Student Protesters, Fires Union President. popularresistance.org On Thursday, Columbia University issued suspensions, expulsions, and temporary degree revocations to a number of students connected to the April 2024 occupation of the school's Hamilton Hall. | The announcement from the University Judicial Board came on the same day as a campus ICE raid, with Department of Homeland Security agents executing search warrants on two Columbia University residences. | "I am writing heartbroken to inform you that we had federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security (D.H.S.) in two university residences tonight," Interim President Dr. Katrina Armstrong told students and staff…
(2025-03-16). Dr. Oz's Nomination Fuels Fears For Crucial Health Programs. popularresistance.org Health workers and patients are mobilizing against the appointment of Dr. Mehmet Oz as head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), one of several controversial health-related nominations submitted by the Trump presidency. Many have expressed concern over what Dr. Oz's leadership would mean for the largest US healthcare programs and, consequently, access to healthcare across the country. | If confirmed, Oz would be in charge of over USD 1 trillion and overall coverage administration. While he is a recognized surgeon, he is better known for promoting dubious nutrition advice through his public pla…
(2025-03-16). Hundreds Protest Trump's Attacks On VA Healthcare In Milwaukee. popularresistance.org Milwaukee, WI — A March 7 protest outside the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Milwaukee brought out over 300 VA employees and supporters to protest attacks on the VA workforce by billionaires Trump and Musk. It was the largest protest at the site in memory. | Ten probationary employees at the Milwaukee VA have been fired without cause since Elon Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" began its scorched earth campaign against unionized federal workers. Government memos suggest that over 80,000 VA employees could lose their jobs if Trump and Musk's plans are not stopped.
(2025-03-16). Heritage Foundation And Allies Discuss Dismantling The EU. popularresistance.org The group that drafted a key blueprint for Donald Trump's second term convened a meeting in Washington D.C. this week to consider proposals for bulldozing the European Union (EU). | The Polish investigative outlet VSquare revealed that the Heritage Foundation gathered hardline conservative groups on 11 March to hear how they would overhaul the current structures of the EU. | The "closed-door workshop" featured a debate on a new paper produced by the lobby groups MCC and Ordo Iuris entitled: "The Great Reset: Restoring Member State Sovereignty in the 21st Century".
(2025-03-16). Plan 2028: Bringing Labor And Social Movements Together. popularresistance.org The Trump Administration has come in with brute force, attacking working people and institutions from all angles. Their "flood the zone" strategy has left many feeling confused and powerless. But MAGA forces are not unstoppable. Strong coalitions among labor and social movement organizations offer one of the best hopes for blocking the rise of white Christian nationalist forces, and for countering authoritarianism with progressive power. | In Fall 2023, United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain called for unions around America to align their contracts with a May 1, 2028 expiration date, in order to align wit…
(2025-03-16). Tesla Takedown Protests Grow With Grassroots Spirit For Fifth Week. popularresistance.org Arlington Virginia—On week five of the Tesla Takedown protests one could be led to believe a block party was in full swing outside the Tesla dealership in Arlington, Virginia. Many went with their signs and banners but some brought sound systems with playlists and boomed the line with resistance dance music. And the music was in the right key of freedom to dance. Someone even brought a case of Budweiser nonalcoholic energy drinks in the classic aluminum cans. | The community got a large share of favorability ratings from passersby honking their support and thumbs up for the block long protest line.
(2025-03-16). Trump Administration's 'Alien Enemies Act' Deportation Program. popularresistance.org On Friday, the Trump administration appeared to start the process of carrying out the deportation of Venezuelan nationals pursuant to the Alien Enemies Act, a wartime authority that legal experts warn is clearly not applicable to those individuals. | The Act requires invocation of its authorities to be made public, but as of the time of publication there is no indication that a presidential proclamation has been publicly released. CNN has reported, however, that President Donald Trump was set to issue such a proclamation as soon as Friday and described senior White House officials stating that the executive actio…
(2025-03-16). Solidarity With Argentine People Against The Fascist Government. popularresistance.org We, the social organizations of the Alba-Movimientos., strongly condemn the brutal repression unleashed by the government of Javier Milei and his Minister of Security, Patricia Bullrich against pensioners, football fans and social organizations that mobilized peacefully to reject the neoliberal austerity to which the government of La Libertad Avanza is subjecting the Argentine people. The excessive use of force, with tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannon, resulted in 114 people being illegally detained — including children — 20 people being injured and the photographer Pablo Grillo being seriously…
(2025-03-16). Major US Attacks in Northern Yemen as Trump Vows 'Overwhelming Lethal Force': 19 Killed. defenddemocracy.press Trump threatens to hold Iran responsible for anything the Houthis do March 15, 2025 US airstrikes are reportedly hitting the Yemeni capital city of Sanaa today, with President Trump promising "overwhelming lethal force" against the Houthi movement in northern Yemen unless they stop all attacks on international shipping. Early casualty figures indicate a lot of …
(2025-03-16). Trump Orders Yemen Strikes Against Houthis Following Red Sea Attacks. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). Former US envoy slams air attacks on Houthis — NZ protesters recite poetry. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report A former US diplomat, Nabeel Khoury, says President Donald Trump's decision to launch attacks against the Houthis is misguided, and this will not subdue them. "For our president who came in wanting to avoid war and wanting to be a man of peace, he's going about it the wrong way," he said.
(2025-03-16). Trump launches large-scale strikes on Yemen's Houthis, at least 19 killed. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Houthis claim retaliation as US says its strikes to continue in Yemen. aljazeera.com The death toll from the US attacks on Yemen has risen to 53, the Houthi-run Health Ministry said.
(2025-03-16). Red Sea Rumbles: U.S. Military Strikes Ignite Tensions in Yemen. devdiscourse.com U.S. President Donald Trump has authorized the largest military operation against Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis since taking office. These strikes are a response to resumed Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
(2025-03-16). US strikes kill 21 in Sanaa as Trump vows action against Houthis. newarab.com 
21 people were killed in strikes on Yemen's capital Sanaa on Saturday, Houthi rebels said, after US President Donald Trump announced an attack on the Iran-backed group. | "Nine civilians were killed and nine others were injured, most of them seriously," the Houthis' health and environment ministry said in a statement on their Saba news agency, reporting the strikes on Sanaa. | A strike in the Saada region killed at least 10 people and wounded others, according to the Houthi Ansarollah website, condemning what it called "US-British aggression" and Washington's "criminal brutality". | The US Central Command (CEN…
(2025-03-16). After Houthi attacks for Gaza, US strikes kill 31 in Yemen. newarab.com 
(2025-03-16). US strikes hit Houthis in Yemen, as Trump threatens 'overwhelming lethal force'. scmp.com The White House said multiple Houthi leaders died during Saturday's air strikes, and warned Iran to stop backing the rebel group.
(2025-03-16). Albania's TikTok Ban Sparks Outcry Ahead of Elections. devdiscourse.com In Albania, the government's decision to shut down TikTok has triggered significant backlash from opposition parties. The closure, slated to last 12 months, is being criticized as an act of censorship ahead of the upcoming May 11 parliamentary elections.
(2025-03-16). The First Fossil Thrips In Africa: This Tiny Insect Pest Met Its End In A Volcanic Lake 90 Million Years Ago #First #Fossil #Thrips #Africa: #This #Tiny #Insect #Pest #Volcanic #Lake #Million #Years #Food #Flowers #Storm #Climate #Change #Earthquake. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Thrips are tiny insects their sizes range between 0.5mm and 15mm in length and many are shorter than 5mm. But the damage they cause to crops is anything but small. A …
(2025-03-16). Cyclone Alfred To Cost Budget $1.2 Billion, Hit Growth And Push Up Inflation: Chalmers #Cyclone #Alfred #Cost #Budget #$1.2 #Billion, #Growth #Push #Inflation: #Chalmers #Food #Flowers #Storm #Climate #Change #Earthquake. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Cyclone Alfred will cost the March 25 budget at least A$1.2 billion, hit growth and put pressure on inflation, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says. | In a Tuesday speech …
(2025-03-16). Hundreds Of Livestock Breeds Have Gone Extinct But Some Australian Farmers Are Keeping Endangered Breeds Alive #Hundreds #Livestock #Breeds #Have #Gone #Extinct #Some #Australian #Farmers #Keeping #Endangered #Breeds #Alive #Food #Flowers #Storm #Climate #Change #Earthquake. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | It took thousands of years to develop the world's extraordinary range of domesticated farm animals an estimated 8,800 livestock breeds across 38 farmed species. | But …
(2025-03-16). Brown University professor deported after visiting family in Lebanon. presstv.ir Brown University professor Rasha Alawieh was detained by the US Customs and Border Protection officials at Boston's Logan airport and deported to Lebanon.
(2025-03-16). Universities Australia's conflation of antisemitism with anti-Zionism is dangerous. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). 8 March: Solidarity with women in Gaza, the DR of the Congo, and of the world at large. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). (Neo)colonial Offensive in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Solidarity with the people of Congo! cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). Greece 2015: Varoufakis' proposals were doomed to fail. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). How Tsipras and Varoufakis's turned their backs on Syriza's platform. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). "America First" and the Great Upheaval in International Relations. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). Trump's MAGA and deregulation. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). Workshop on Democratizing Investment. cadtm.org
(2025-03-16). BRICS News Digest for the previous week. tvbrics.com 
We will tell you what has happened in economics, politics, culture, science and education in the BRICS countries…
(2025-03-16). Isfahan Province gains National Heritage Recognition. tvbrics.com 
Seven historical sites in Isfahan Province enhanced the region's status as a treasure trove of cultural and historical importance…
(2025-03-16). Kazakhstan's anti-cancer drug may be registered at the end of 2025. tvbrics.com 
It is now being tested on all types of tumours…
(2025-03-16). Nigeria inaugurates Africa's largest electric vehicle charging station. tvbrics.com 
It is part of a government programme to reduce car emissions…
(2025-03-16). Is Trump the end of the international rules-based order? aljazeera.com Analysts mull if this isn't the beginning of the end for the 'rules-based order', long accused of hypocrisy.
(2025-03-16). F1 Australian GP: Lando Norris beats Max Verstappen to win in Melbourne. aljazeera.com McLaren's Lando Norris begins the 2025 F1 season with victory in an eventful and rain-affected Australian Grand Prix.
(2025-03-16). Mbappe double at Villarreal takes Real Madrid top of LaLiga. aljazeera.com Kylian Mbappe's first half brace in the 2-1 win against Villareal moves Madrid three points clear atop the standings.
(2025-03-16). Pakistan loses first T20I against New Zealand despite Khushdil Shah heroics. aljazeera.com New Zealand takes an early lead in the five-match T20 series after Pakistan's batting collapsed for less than 100 runs.
(2025-03-16). An estimated 100,000 join antigovernment rally in Serbia's Belgrade. aljazeera.com Protesters converge in Serbia's capital in what was likely the largest in a series of anticorruption demonstrations.
(2025-03-16). 'Unimaginable loss': North Macedonia reels from deadly nightclub fire. aljazeera.com At least 59 killed and more than 100 injured after a huge fire rips through a nightclub in the eastern town of Kocani.
(2025-03-16). At least 59 people killed in nightclub fire in North Macedonia. aljazeera.com More than 100 people injured in the deadly fire at a nightclub in Kocani, 100km (62 miles) east of the capital, Skopje.
(2025-03-16). Bolsonaro supporters rally in Brazil, demand amnesty for January 8 riots. aljazeera.com The former leader seeks political comeback despite ban from public office, echoing Trump's strategy to regain office.
(2025-03-16). First photo of ailing Pope Francis released amid complex health condition. aljazeera.com The pontiff, 88, continues papal duties despite ill health, approving long-term church reform from his hospital room.
(2025-03-16). Mapping US attacks on Yemen. aljazeera.com At least 40 US air raids in Yemen have killed at least 32 people and injured 101, most of them women and children.
(2025-03-16). Pakistani security officers killed in blast claimed by Baloch separatists. aljazeera.com Dozens of paramilitary troops wounded in explosion in Noshki district of Balochistan days after deadly train hijacking.
(2025-03-16). Stranded NASA astronauts to return as SpaceX Dragon docks with ISS. aljazeera.com NASA's Crew-10 mission marks the long-awaited return of astronauts Wilmore and Williams after nine months on ISS.
(2025-03-16). Tornado watch continues as deadly US storms claim at least 35 lives. aljazeera.com More storms possible as cold front moves through the US, with tornado watches remaining across the country's Southeast.
(2025-03-16). 'Virtually' all Voice of America staff put on leave after Trump order. aljazeera.com Reporters Without Borders slammed the decision, saying it "threatens press freedom worldwide".
(2025-03-16). Aime Cesaire: The Poetics of Negritude. aljazeera.com Confronting History through Negritude.
(2025-03-16). Deadly storm system hits US Midwest killing dozen. aljazeera.com At least 32 people were killed in the US as severe thunderstorms and tornadoes swept through six states in the Midwest.
(2025-03-16). Roadside nets aim to thwart Russian drone attacks in Ukraine. aljazeera.com AJ's Charles Stratford reports on efforts to block Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian vehicles near the Kursk border.
(2025-03-16). Chihombori-Quao: USAID was 'a wolf in sheep's clothing' in Africa. aljazeera.com Former African Union ambassador to the US says US government's aid agency had a 'major meddling agenda' across Africa.
(2025-03-16). Barcelona come back at Atletico Madrid to claim LaLiga top spot. aljazeera.com Ferran Torres scores twice as Barcelona come from two down to beat Atletico Madrid and claim top spot in LaLiga.
(2025-03-16). Norris beats Verstappen at F1 Australian GP in Melbourne. aljazeera.com McLaren's Lando Norris begins the 2025 F1 season with victory in an eventful and rain-affected Australian Grand Prix.
(2025-03-16). President Maduro on PSUV Assemblies: Over 5 Million People Have Nominated Candidates for May 25 Elections. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who is also the president of the ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), announced that over 5 million Venezuelans have participated in grassroots assemblies by 6: 00 PM Saturday to nominate candidates for the May 25 elections. | During an interview with the state outlet Venezolana de Televisión on Saturday, March 15, he said, "The people are setting an example for the world. Today, they prove that the Bolivarian Revolution is at its peak. A people capable of such sustained displays of consciousness, participation, and protagonism confirms that we are on the correct…
(2025-03-16). Heartbreaks shaped France's Six Nations triumph, says coach Galthie. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Record-breaking France clinch Six Nations title with Scotland win. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Greater Nebbi leaders demand creation of fire brigade unit. independent.co.ug 
NEBBI, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Greater Nebbi leaders are calling for the creation of a fire brigade unit as a critical measure to address the growing risks associated with fire outbreaks in the region. The call comes after a recent devastating fire in Nebbi Municipality, Rock View Cell, where Garamba Produce Stores were destroyed, wiping …
(2025-03-16). China's Baidu launches 2 new free AI models to compete with DeepSeek as industry competition heats up. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). There's No Such Thing as 'Green' Industry. dailysceptic.org The collapse of Swedish battery startup Northvolt shows once more that there is no such thing as 'green' industry, says Ben Pile. Industry needs lots of cheap energy — something that China has and Europe doesn't.
(2025-03-16). China focuses on domestic consumption, locomotive of the economy. plenglish.com Beijing, Mar 16 (Prensa Latina) The Chinese authorities today announced a comprehensive plan to boost domestic consumption, with measures ranging from improving the consumption environment to promoting new ways to expand demand.
(2025-03-16). US lawmakers urge Trump to address pending adoptions from China when he meets Xi. scmp.com Nearly 270 American families who had already been in the process hope 'children may finally be united' stateside with prospective parents.
(2025-03-16). Like yuan internationalisation, US re-industrialisation is a fairy tale. scmp.com As long as China keeps its capital account closed and the US keeps its own open, neither will be able to achieve its aim.
(2025-03-16). A North-South Divide in England's Unions. counterpunch.org
(2025-03-16). Clayton Morris tells Tucker Carlson about the "Petal" mines Ukraine fired on the Donbass. ingaza.wordpress.com Clayton Morris tells Tucker Carlson about the "Petal" mines Ukraine fired on the Donbass. He mentions my work. I was in Donetsk when Ukraine fired rockets containing hundreds of the mines, in late July 2022, & went the next morning to see Donetsk streets & parks littered with them. Since then, 173 civilians have been…
(2025-03-16). Yemeni Forces Target US Aircraft Carrier, Warships with Missiles and Drones. english.almanar.com.lb The Yemeni Armed Forces announced targeting the US aircraft carrier USS Harry Truman and its accompanying warships in the northern Red Sea with 18 ballistic and cruise missiles, along with a drone strike. The joint operation was carried out by Yemen's missile force, air force, and navy. Military spokesman Brigadier General Yahya Saree stated that …
(2025-03-16). Air defence shot down 31 Ukrainian drones in four Russian regions. plenglish.com Moscow, Mar 16 (Prensa Latina) Russian Air defence systems shot down 31 Ukrainian combat drones in four regions in the southwest of the country in the past 24 hours, the Ministry of Defence reported today. According to the defence ministry's official Telegram page, 16 UAVs were intercepted in Voronezh province; nine in Belgorod province; five in Rostov province; and one in Kursk province.
(2025-03-16). US strikes may trigger new stage in Yemeni support for Gaza. defenddemocracy.press March 15, 2025 As Yemen gets bombarded with a military campaign launched by US President Donald Trump, Yemeni officials affirmed their stance: The aggression on Yemen will not stop Yemenis from supporting Palestine. The US-UK aggression on Yemen, which saw several raids targeting several Yemeni cities, could lead to an escalation in support for Gaza, a …
(2025-03-16). G7 Foreign Ministers Condemn Hamas, Demand Hostage Release; Rubio Backs Call for Gaza Aid. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). Gaza Ministry of Health: 29 martyrs (15 recovered martyrs, 14 new martyrs) and 51 injuries arrived at Gaza Strip hospitals over the past 24 hours. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). Gaza Ministry of Health: A number of victims remain under the rubble and on the roads, unable to be reached by ambulance and civil defense crews. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-16). Wills candidates debate foreign aid, Gaza. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Royal Television Society restores award for Gaza journalists. newarab.com 
(2025-03-16). Trump admin probes Columbia Gaza protests for 'terror' violation. newarab.com 
(2025-03-16). Kiev Regime Keeps Using Terrorism Against Russian Civilians. globalresearch.ca A plot to assassinate a Russian bishop was recently foiled by the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB). The goal of the Kiev regime was to once again kill a civilian who had no involvement in military activities, which shows how …
(2025-03-16). Three Years of Governance: A Milestone for Punjab under Bhagwant Mann. devdiscourse.com Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh on Sunday heralded Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's three-year leadership success, crediting the Aam Aadmi Party's work under Arvind Kejriwal's guidance. Singh commended the governance model that brought improved schools, healthcare reforms, upgraded hospitals, free power, and clean governance.
(2025-03-16). Is Kellogg Right Choice for Ukraine Envoy Amid Trump's Peace Efforts? sputnikglobe.com The US president has narrowed retired General Keith Kellogg's role to special envoy for Ukraine after initially tapping him as a mediator between Moscow and Kiev. What could be behind this decision?
(2025-03-16). Para Kiev, a cultura russa é um alvo prioritário. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-16). Pakistan's Pivot to Moscow. libya360.wordpress.com F.M. Shakil With the US applying punishing pressure on its traditional allies in Islamabad and working overtime to cultivate full-spectrum relations with Moscow's old allies in New Delhi, Pakistan is slowly embracing the Russian — and Chinese — vision of West and South Asian integration. Russia and Pakistan have reached an understanding to establish a new…
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). This week in history: March 17-23. wsws.org Uganda cult massacre; trial of Baader-Meinhof group; Belgium government collapses; British fascists seize Communist Party leader…
(2025-03-16). Refugee laywer: Labor's new anti-migrant laws the 'harshest in decades'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Is Europe still a model for BRICS in the new multipolar world? defenddemocracy.press As emerging economies rise, the global order shifts from Western dominance to a new multipolar era, challenging past imperial models while the U.S. and Europe grapple with economic and geopolitical decline. by James K. Galbraith Feb 20, 2025 The last truly multipolar era was framed in the 19th century. It combined capitalism as an organizing principle …
(2025-03-16). Some 30 Officers From NATO Countries Surrounded in Kursk Region. sputnikglobe.com DONETSK (Sputnik) – About 30 officers from NATO countries, who have been providing coordinates for Ukrainian strikes deep into Russia, are surrounded in the Kursk Region, the coordinator of the pro-Russian underground network in Nikolayev Sergey Lebedev told Sputnik.
(2025-03-16). Campeonato Panamericano Juvenil de Levantamiento de Pesas deja par de récords mundiales. cubadebate.cu Par de récords mundiales juveniles fueron impuestos en la cuarta fecha del Panamericano Junior de Levantamiento de Pesas, que concluyó este sábado en el Gimnasio Manuel Suárez de la Escuela Superior de Formación de Atletas de Alto Rendimiento Cerro Pelado, en La Habana. El evento ocurrió en paralelo al Manuel Suárez in memoriam…
(2025-03-16). Ukraine War Day #1117: The Timely Death Of A Nazi Racketeer — Part II. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
Dear Readers: | Continuing this story of the Ukrainian Nazi Demyan Ganul and his recent assassination at the hands of a grieving father. According to Dima, the assassin was the father of none other than the gym trainer featured
(2025-03-16). US-UK Airstrikes Kill 31 People in Yemen (+Yemen Strikes Back). orinocotribune.com
(2025-03-16). Venezuela: 2 More Mayors Arrested for Involvement in Narco-Trafficking. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Minister for the Interior Diosdado Cabello reported that as part of the security forces' Lightning Operation in the state of Zulia, Danilo Añez and Fernando Loaiza the mayors of Jesús Enrique Lossada municipality and Catatumbo respectively, were arrested for their alleged involvement in narco-trafficking. | In a
(2025-03-16). DOJ Deploys 'Antisemitism Task Force' to Four US Cities as Part of Crackdown on Pro-Palestine Protests. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-16). Jewish Council of Australia calls on politicians, media to stop exploiting antisemitism. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Orchestra attempts to silence pianist Jayson Gillham on Palestine a second time. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Sydney uni rescinds threat to suspend trans, refugee student over pro-Palestine messages. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Second Columbia student arrested amid anti-Palestine crackdown. newarab.com 
The Trump administration has announced the arrest of a second pro-Palestine student activist at the US prestigious university Columbia University, In a
(2025-03-16). ÿ™ÿ≠ÿ∞Ÿäÿ±ÿßÿ™ ŸÖŸÜ ÿ™ÿ¨ÿØÿØ ÿߟџÖÿ¨ÿßÿπÿ© ŸÅŸä ÿ∫ÿ≤ÿ© Ÿàÿ≥ÿ∑ ŸÜŸÇÿµ ÿ≠ÿßÿØ ŸÅŸä ŸÖŸäÿߟá ÿߟÑÿ¥ÿ±ÿ®. thecanary.co We're humbled to introduce a new Canary writer, Alaa Shamali from Palestine — but currently a refugee in Oman. We will be publishing him in Arabic — but if you right click on the screen the menu that appears should give you the option to translate the article to English. If you are reading on mobile, this […] | By
(2025-03-16). Why Canadian-Trained Doctors Should Be Allowed To Practise Anywhere In Canada Without Additional Licensing #Canadian-Trained #Doctors #Allowed #Practise #Anywhere #Canada #Without #Additional #Licensing #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | While politicians tout the benefits of reducing interprovincial trade barriers to unlock prosperity amid escalating trade tensions, our most precious health-care …
(2025-03-16). Chinese Only Introduced A Feminine Pronoun In The 1920S. Now, It Might Adopt A Gender-Inclusive One #Chinese #Only #Introduced #Feminine #Pronoun #1920S. #Now, #Might #Adopt #Gender-Inclusive #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Including pronouns in introductions, your email signature or your social media bio may seem like a minor detail. Pronouns are just small words we use in place of names …
(2025-03-16). Peru fisherman, who survives 95 days at sea eating roaches, birds, turtles, returns home. scmp.com Ecuadorian fishing patrol finds him over 1,000km off the coast, heavily dehydrated and in critical condition.
(2025-03-16). Colombia to host world event on air pollution. plenglish.com Bogotá, Mar 16 (Prensa Latina) The Second World Conference on Air Pollution and Health will reportedly be held in the northern city of Cartagena from 25 to 27 March.
(2025-03-16). Colombian businessmen evaluate the potential of the Cuban market. plenglish.com Bogotá, 16 March (Prensa Latina) Cattle ranchers and farmers from the Department of Magdalena, in northern Colombia, are today evaluating the potential for commercial turnover between this territory and Cuba, according to reports from the capital.
(2025-03-16). Cuba for strengthening cooperation with Canada. plenglish.com This was stated by the Cuban Foreign Ministry Through X, on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. | Bilateral relations are based on a commitment to open dialogue, cooperation and the promotion of trade and investment. | Canada is the second largest source of direct investment in Cuba, playing a significant role in mining, power, oil and gas, as well as some investment in renewable energy, agriculture/heavy equipment and tourism. | At the end of October 2024, when the cumulative number of international visitors to the country reached 1,844,85…
(2025-03-16). Cuba makes progress in restoring the national power system. plenglish.com Havana, Mar 16 (Prensa Latina) Engineers and technicians today managed to restore the national power system from west to east, while in Havana, the island's largest and most populated city, more areas are receiving service after the collapse suffered on Friday night.
(2025-03-16). Panama with more tourists, but hotel occupancy rate is low. plenglish.com Despite not reaching the set target of 2.9 million visitors, the number of arrivals last year registered an increase of 265,892 compared to 2023, when the country recorded 2,509,513 visitors, mainly from South America. | Of the total number of travelers, 2,1 million were tourists, an increase of 12 per cent over the previous year. | Yovana Segarra, president of the Panamanian Hotel Association (Apatel), said the figures were positive and reflected the work of the International Promotion Fund (Promtur) and the Panama Tourism Board (ATP). | However, she said, the increase in the number of visitors is not reflected…
(2025-03-16). Russia urges the US to stop the use of force in Yemen. plenglish.com Moscow, 16 March (Prensa Latina) Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov insisted to his US counterpart Marco Rubio on the need to immediately stop the use of force in Yemen, the Foreign Ministry reported here today.
(2025-03-16). Distance is Shrinking in Russian-US Negotiations on Ukraine – Witkoff. sputnikglobe.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – US Special Representative Steve Witkoff said on Sunday that he had discussed the results of his trip to Russia with US President Donald Trump and that the US leader expected the Ukraine conflict to be resolved within weeks.
(2025-03-16). Polish Mercs Among First to Flee as Russian Forces Advance in Kursk Region. sputnikglobe.com Troops from the Akhmat special forces, operating as part of Battlegroup Sever, successfully destroyed a group of Ukrainian Armed Forces UAV operators during mop-up operations in the village of Kazachya Loknya, located in Russia's Kursk region.
(2025-03-16). The 11th anniversary of Crimea's returning to Russia: What happened in Crimea during the 25 years leading to the referendum? strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-16). Who really provoked the Ukraine war? Was it Russia? strategic-culture.su By David REHAK | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Ukrainian "president" Vladimir Zelensky lied when he called Russia the aggress…
(2025-03-16). Commentary: Myanmar's junta may have struck a deal with Russia to boost its imagery intelligence — but why? channelnewsasia.com Russia's offer to share satellite information potentially marks a major enhancement for the Myanmar regime's military operations, says this professor.
(2025-03-16). UK PM says 'Putin will have to negotiate sooner or later'. geo.tv 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer attends a press conference following a virtual summit video conference at 10 Downing Street on March 15, 2025 in London, Britain. — ReutersLONDON: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said Russian President Vladimir Putin will eventually have to…
(2025-03-16). Over 30 dead as tornadoes ravage central US. geo.tv 
Debris lies around a damaged home the morning after a tornado touched down in Florissant, Missouri, US, March 15, 2025. — Reuters
(2025-03-16). War Talks Intensify In UK: Starmer Says 'Not Good Enough' to Putin's Plan, Military Chiefs Convene. hindustantimes.com UK PM Sir Keir Starmer has summoned military leaders from 25 nations for an urgent meeting in London on March 20. The 'Coalition of the Willing' is moving into an operational phase, preparing to bolster Ukraine's defenses and even deploy forces if a peace deal is struck. With frozen Russian assets in focus, Starmer warns Putin, "the world is watching." Is UK planning direct intervention?
(2025-03-16). Almost entire VOA staff sent on leave, radio station going silent. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON, the United States | TASS | More than 1,300 employees of the Voice of America (recognized in the Russian Federation as a foreign agent media outlet) have been sent on administrative leave, and the radio station itself is going silent, Michael Abramowitz, Voice of America's director announced. He said that nearly his entire staff …
(2025-03-16). Russia, US discuss 'next steps' on Ukraine. scmp.com The United States this week proposed a halt in fighting, which Kyiv agreed to, after talks in Saudi Arabia, but Russia has given no clear answer.
(2025-03-16). Academic Freedom at Columbia Under Assault: Free Speech Expert Warns. scheerpost.com
(2025-03-16). Student protests in Serbia: "The movement cannot afford to stop now". internationalviewpoint.org On January 28, the ongoing mass protest movement in Serbia toppled the government, ushering in the biggest challenge to Aleksandar Vučić's authoritarian rule, which has been in place for more than a decade | – | / |
(2025-03-16). Every Military in The World … smoothiex12.blogspot.com
(2025-03-16). This Is How Honor … smoothiex12.blogspot.com and integrity look like.
(2025-03-16). International Women's Day (IWD 2025, Toronto). socialistproject.ca Saturday, March 8 is International Women's Day and, for the 47th year, Toronto's "This year's rally theme is 'Fighting for Our Lives. Building Our Resistance' because, with the multiple crises facing us right now, it is essential that we all come together to build solidarity," said rally organizer Anna Liu. | 0: 00 Introductions with Gloria Turney and Kimiko Inouye | 6: 00 Dr. Catherine Brooks, Anishnawbe Kwe Elder…
(2025-03-16). Iran strongly condemns new airstrikes by US, Britain on Yemen. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the airstrikes carried out by the United States and the United Kingdom on Yemen's capital Sana'a and elsewhere in the country, which killed and injured dozens of people.
(2025-03-16). Greece: the mass movement is back on track! internationalviewpoint.org February 28 was a historic day for Greece. The general strike represented the biggest mobilization at least since the fall of the military junta, in 1974, if not in the history of the Greek state altogether. Unprecedented rallies took place in more than 260 cities, including dozens abroad, as far as Argentina, South Korea, and Australia. | – | / |
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/12: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: Techno-Feudalism – What Killed Capitalism. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2025-03-16). Supreme Court Set to Rule on High Court Judges' Accountability Controversy. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court is poised to evaluate a controversial suo motu proceeding on March 18, wherein it previously halted a Lokpal ruling that allowed complaints against incumbent high court judges. This action emerges from concerns related to the delicate balance of judicial independence.
(2025-03-16). After Kicking Out Top Diplomat, Trump Readies Biggest Shock For Pakistan? US Travel Ban | US News. hindustantimes.com The Trump administration is considering a new travel ban that could affect citizens from 41 countries, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bhutan. The restrictions are part of a broader immigration enforcement initiative aimed at addressing national security concerns. Pakistan has been grouped with 25 other countries that could face a partial suspension of U.S. visa issuance if they fail to address identified deficiencies within 60 days. This move follows Trump's earlier travel ban during his first term, which targeted seven predominantly Muslim nations and was upheld by the Supreme Court in 2018.
(2025-03-16). American Democracy Down for the Count. tomdispatch.com Some years ago, I faced up to the futility of reporting true things about America's disastrous wars and so I left Afghanistan for another remote mountainous country far away. It was the polar opposite of Afghanistan: a peaceful, prosperous land where nearly everybody seemed to enjoy a good life, on the job and in the family. It's true that they didn't work much, not by American standards anyway. In the U.S., full-time salaried workers supposedly laboring 40 hours a week actually average 49, with almost 20% clocking more than 60. These people, on the other hand, worked only about 37 hours a week, when they weren't…
(2025-03-16). Trump's Air-Quality Rollbacks Will Cause More in the US to Face Disease, Death. truthout.org American families will face increasing rates of environmental-related illnesses and premature deaths, including lung and cardiovascular diseases, due to the Trump administration's sweeping rollbacks of air quality regulations, health professionals warn. The moves to slash roughly two dozen environmental and public health protections weaken rules dealing with a range of health threats… |
(2025-03-16). Trump Invokes Wartime Alien Enemies Act of 1798 for Deportations. truthout.org Even before U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday publicly revealed that he was invoking the Alien Enemies Act, legal groups took action, which led to a federal judge temporarily blocking the administration from using the 1798 law for deportations. Chief Judge James Boasberg of the District Court for the District of Columbia issued "a classwide, nationwide temporary restraining order… |
(2025-03-16). Meta's Assault on DEI Plays Right Into the Project 2025 Handbook. truthout.org When Mark Zuckerberg terminated Meta's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs for hiring and training employees and procuring suppliers in January 2025, he forged "inroads with the incoming Trump administration," abandoned Meta's founding ethos of open innovation, and dramatically realigned how the tech giant will now do business, as critics like Bärí A. Williams, former lead counsel for… |
(2025-03-16). As DOGE Mauls Social Security, Profit-Hungry Private Equity Is Swooping In. truthout.org The Social Security Administration (SSA), an irreplaceable lifeline for 73 million people, is only the latest venerable U.S. institution to be hit with a campaign of media falsehoods and startling internal sabotage efforts, all on the orders of Trump and the reactionary right. This has taken its most visibly outrageous form in the bureaucratic pillaging committed by Elon Musk's self-proclaimed… |
(2025-03-16). UK Labour government launches DOGE-style attack on the National Health Service. wsws.org The Murdoch press's Sun newspaper understood what was afoot, declaring. "We couldn't be happier" and that Starmer was" living the Tories' dream."
(2025-03-16). Federal lawsuit seeks injunction against Trump's unconstitutional executive orders targeting free speech. wsws.org The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of New York on Saturday, is the first major legal challenge to Trump's executive orders on speech and dissent.
(2025-03-16). The ongoing DWP pensions scandal is about to be debated in parliament. thecanary.co In an important development for women affected by pension age changes, a major debate is scheduled for Monday 17 March in Parliament. It is concerning the compensation for WASPI (Women Against State Pension Inequality) women from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This comes as a petition advocating for a compensation scheme has amassed […] | By
(2025-03-16). Can We Have Media That Inform People? cepr.net
(2025-03-16). Trump Rushes Deportations Using a Wartime Law With a Shameful History. theintercept.com 
Claiming the United States is being attacked by Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan prison gang, President Donald Trump on Saturday The president arg…
(2025-03-16). The End of Medicine: Patients take second place to global warming. expose-news.com Dr. Vernon Coleman has published a new book this month. Titled 'The End of Medicine' and subtitled 'Death by Doctor: Why and How Doctors are Paid to Kill their Patients' he details …
(2025-03-16). Inaugural Central New York 40 Over 40 Awards: A Celebration of Experience, Leadership, and Community Impact. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY — March 16, 2025 — The inaugural Central New York 40 Over 40 Awards has already made waves in the community, selling out ahead of its much-anticipated celebration …
(2025-03-16). Tackling adolescent malnutrition in Nigeria's internally displaced persons (IDP) camps. globalvoices.org 
(2025-03-16). Simelane commits to support Free State in delivering housing units. sanews.gov.za Simelane commits to support Free State in delivering housing units | Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, has pledged to support the Free State Province in its efforts to meet the 2024-2029 target to deliver housing units to qualifying beneficiaries. | Simelane made the commitment during an oversight visit to the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality on Friday, as part of a nationwide assessment of municipal and provincial performance in human settlements programmes. | The visit aimed to address ongoing service delivery blockages within the province. | The visit also formed part of a country-wide municipal a…
(2025-03-16). Woke bashing of the week — Cue Trump, Enola Gay wasn't actually gay! leftfootforward.org It seems the Trump administration's attempt to purge the US military of any traces of diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) has spiralled into a confusing mess. | Images of 'Enola Gay,' the Boeing B-29 aircraft that dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan in combat during WWII, are among a number of photos that are in fact unrelated to DEI but have been mistakenly flagged. | The aircraft was not named after sexual orientation, but after Enola Gay Tibbets, the mother of its pilot, Col. Paul Tibbets. | The purge, following an executive order from former President Trump, has flagged over 26,000 image…
(2025-03-16). A ballerina battles for European Georgia. globalvoices.org 
In Natia Bunturi's eyes, Georgia's struggle is one of resilience and hopeOriginally published on She sits alone in the white room when our call starts. Natia Bunturi's eyes bear the weight of recent events when she was directly targeted by riot police during a protest. The sound of the warm crackling of a wood fire seems to embody the peaceful rhythm of her village nestled among the majestic Caucasus Mountains. "On this land, I live; her…
(2025-03-16). How the Income Tax department's actions undermine India's democratic foundations. globalvoices.org 
(2025-03-16). Deputy President leads working visit to Japan. sanews.gov.za Deputy President leads working visit to Japan | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Sunday undertake a working visit to Tokyo, in Japan. | The Presidency said the visit, from 16 — 19 March 2025, is aimed at "reaffirming the strong cooperation between" the countries in areas of mutual interest. | "The two countries enjoy well established diplomatic relations, and the year 2025 marks 115 years of such relations. The working visit by the Deputy President underscores South Africa's strong commitment and the importance that South Africa attaches to the relationship with Japan. | "During the working visit, th…
(2025-03-16). Expulsion of SA ambassador to US 'regrettable' – Presidency. sanews.gov.za Expulsion of SA ambassador to US 'regrettable' – Presidency | The Presidency says it remains committed to building a relationship with the United States of America (USA), despite the "regrettable" recent expulsion of SA Ambassador to the US, Embrahim Rasool. | Rasool was expelled after US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, took to social media, X, to declare that Rasool was not welcome in the US. | "South Africa's Ambassador to the United States is no longer welcome in our great country. We have nothing to discuss with him and so he is considered persona non grata" [person not welcome] (sic)," Rubio post reads on s…
(2025-03-16). Majodina commends progress in Clanwilliam Dam wall project. sanews.gov.za Majodina commends progress in Clanwilliam Dam wall project | Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina the department will ensure the acceleration of the R5.7 billion project to raise Clanwilliam Dam wall situated in Olifants River, Western Cape. | Majodina made the remarks during an oversight visit at the dam on Saturday. | The mega project in Cederberg Municiaplity, is one of the department's priority projects, and is expected to be completed in 2028. | "Let us ensure that we accelerate the project so that it can be finalised on time. The project will not only determine the safety of the dam but will also br…
(2025-03-16). President Ramaphosa to open ECD leadership summit. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to open ECD leadership summit | President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday officially open the Bana Pele Early Childhood Development (ECD) Leadership Summit at the Atlas Studios, in Johannesburg. | The summit, convened by the Department of Basic Education (DBE) and Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), aims to mobilise a public and private coalition behind the DBE's 2030 ECD Roadmap for quality, universal access to early learning. | In a statement on Saturday, The Presidency noted that in South Africa, more than 1.3 million children are not enrolled in any form of ECD programme, leaving them…
(2025-03-16). South Africa, Dutch collaborates to improve water management. sanews.gov.za South Africa, Dutch collaborates to improve water management | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), together with the Dutch Water Authorities, have held a Blue Deal Steering Committee meeting, focusing on the Blue Deal South Africa Programme, which aims to improve water management and access to clean water in South Africa. | According to the department, the meeting, held in Pretoria, on Friday, aimed at enabling environment for future Blue Deal partnerships, discuss lessons learned from the various projects, and provide strategic direction to address key bottlenecks. | "This Blue Deal Programme is a coll…
(2025-03-16). Here's What's Really Behind Trump's Surprise Bombardment of Yemen. sputnikglobe.com President Trump announced "decisive and powerful military action" against the Yemeni militia Saturday, demanding they halt attacks on shipping and warships in the Red Sea or face "hell" "like nothing [they] have ever seen before!" Sputnik reached out to a veteran observer of Middle East politics to find out what's actually behind the US aggression.
(2025-03-16). Not Just Voice of America: Deep State Mouthpieces Shut Down? sputnikglobe.com US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order dissolving the US Agency for Global Media, which funds Voice of America* (VOA), Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty* (RFE/RL) and Radio Free Asia (RFA).What are US government-funded media known for?
(2025-03-16). USAID in Cyprus: Greek MEPs requesting information about funds and Annan Plan. defenddemocracy.press February 20, 2025 By AmynaNews MEPs Emmanuel FragŒ∫os and Geadis Geadi requesting information about the funds wasted by USAID and the United States in Cyprus. Greeks Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Emmanuel FragŒ∫os from Greece (ELLINIKI LISI: Greek Solution) and Geadis Geadi from Cyprus (ELAM: National People's Front) have expressed concerns regarding the allocation of United States Agency for International …
(2025-03-16). Jewish Diversity Front and Center at Herzog's Ambitious Voice of the People Initiative. themedialine.org
(2025-03-16). Midwest states in U.S. recover from deadly storms. america.cgtn.com 
In the U.S., more than 30 people have lost their lives as violent storms — triggering tornadoes, dust, and blizzard conditions — have rolled across multiple states this weekend. | CGTN's Nitza Soledad Perez has more on the severe weather that hit the state of Missouri particularly hard, with a dozen deaths confirmed there alone.
(2025-03-16). Colombian government try to stem rise in violence. america.cgtn.com 
In Jan, 2025, Colombia saw scenes of brutality unfold as rival armed groups fought over the Catatumbo territory. | At least 80 people lost their lives in those clashes, and more than 50,000 were displaced. More than a month later, the government is still trying to quell violence between armed groups. | CGTN's Michelle Begue reports.
(2025-03-16). 'Reward to dictators': CPJ stands with thousands of journalists harmed by Trump's dismantling of VOA, Radio Free outlets. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). CPJ urges US Congress to stop Trump from gutting VOA parent as 'mass suspensions' begin. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). CPJ, others urge UK prime minister to secure writer Alaa Abdelfattah's release. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). CPJ, partners call for Guatemalan journalist José Rubén Zamora's release. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). Indian journalist shot dead after reporting on land scam. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). New Turkish law criminalizes 'false' reporting on cybersecurity-related data leaks. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). CPJ alarmed by India state government's use of AI to monitor media. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). The Earth without Greenhouse Gases. wattsupwiththat.com By Andy May The overall greenhouse effect (GHE) is often defined as the difference between Earth's average global temperature without greenhouse gases (GHGs) and with them. Greenhouse gases are all…
(2025-03-16). Philadelphia celebrates St. Patrick's Day in a day of honoring 'those dedicated to serving others'. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Philadelphia welcomed thousands of paradegoers and worshippers Sunday for the annual
(2025-03-16). New Jersey lawmaker wants insurance companies to cover menopause treatments. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? In New Jersey, an effort is underway to raise awareness about menopause and ensure that women get the care they need when experiencing symptoms. |
(2025-03-16). Trial of Mann v. Steyn: Post-Trial Motions Edition. wattsupwiththat.com The most fitting end to this case will be when whoever in the federal government pays for the University of Pennsylvania "climate science" centers pulls the plug on all the funding. That can't come soon enough.
(2025-03-16). Trump Energy Choices Saving America From Economic Disaster. wattsupwiththat.com The green fantasy has been a product of hubris — a belief that human ingenuity could defy nature's limits and economic gravity in a single bound. The Trump administration is abandoning this mirage and embracing energy sources that are abundant, affordable and attuned to the world as it is rather than as the deluded wish it to be.
(2025-03-16). Türkiye Yàºzyƒ±lƒ± àßocuklarƒ±mƒ±zƒ±n yàºzyƒ±lƒ± olacak. img.piri.net 
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(2025-03-16). A greener Ramadan: How Atlanta-area mosques are cutting food waste during the Muslim holy month. grist.org 
One evening in early March, Nina Ansari frowns as she picks up an untouched plate of rice left on the floor of the masjid she attends near her home in Stone Mountain. "Would anyone like to take this?" she asks a group of women standing nearby. When no one responds, she picks it up. Her hands are already full of the pizza and curry leftovers that her kids didn't finish. If she doesn't take the rice home, it will be thrown out. "There's a lot of waste that happens during Ramadan," says Nina, 38, who grew up in Georgia. | During the Muslim holy month — a time of spiritual rejuvenation through increased pray…
(2025-03-16). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-03-16). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-03-16). Hunter Hunted: The rise of U.S. imperialism and the consequences for Europe. strategic-culture.su By Siyabonga HADEBE | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | FOR centuries, Europe was the architect of global imperialism, carving up…
(2025-03-16). Tom Holland and the use of Christianity against Islam. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-16). The trump cards that Trump thinks he has on the Ukrainian issue. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-16). Pakistan Military Confirms 26 Deaths, Including 18 Soldiers, in Terrorist Train Siege. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-16). Australian actor Reg Evans remembered. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-16). The Independents challenging political tradition. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-16). US has 'no business' dictating Iran's foreign policy: Araghchi. presstv.ir Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reiterated that the United States has no authority or business dictating the foreign policy of the Islamic Republic.
(2025-03-16). Iran slams 'baseless and deceitful' G7 accusations. presstv.ir Iran condemns as "completely baseless and deceitful" the recent accusations leveled at the country by the Group of Seven (G7) industrialized countries and the European Union.
(2025-03-16). Voice of America staff placed on administrative leave following cuts. presstv.ir Employees at Voice of America were placed on paid leave amid Trump's executive order, gutting media outlets and federal agencies.
(2025-03-16). Deserted villages, power cuts: Java's sinking coast hits residents hard, as Prabowo plans 700km sea wall. channelnewsasia.com Experts have raised concerns that it will take years before the sea wall can be ready, and that is if Indonesia manages to find the money to fund the megaproject.
(2025-03-16). Massive rallies across South Korea ahead of key ruling on impeachment of Yoon. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). 'It almost feels like home': How these gamers found their tribe in Singapore's arcades. channelnewsasia.com Arcades are no longer just places to chase high scores and redeem prizes. For many players in Singapore, these have even become a "second home". CNA Lifestyle spoke to arcade enthusiasts who have built friendships and a community through gaming.
(2025-03-16). How Chow Tai Fook's creative director Nicholas Lieou is modernising jewellery designs for a new generation. channelnewsasia.com For nearly a century, Chow Tai Fook has been synonymous with jewellery in Hong Kong and beyond. As a core driver in the brand's modernisation, creative director Nicholas Lieou is ensuring its legacy remains relevant across generations.
(2025-03-16). GE2025: Redrawn boundaries in West Coast an 'uphill battle' with short runway to next election, says PSP's Leong Mun Wai. channelnewsasia.com Now that People's Action Party-stronghold Taman Jurong has been added into the GRC, the bar has been raised, said PSP chief Hazel Poa.
(2025-03-16). Man to be charged for using abusive words against staff, damaging wall at Changi Airport. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). GE2025: Not easy to be young parents but govt is there to help, says PM Wong in first Sengkang visit since leadership handover. channelnewsasia.com Prime Minister Lawrence Wong was speaking at a community event in the opposition-held ward of Sengkang GRC, on the first weekend after the country's new electoral boundaries were released on Mar 11.
(2025-03-16). Alcaraz says nerves got the better of him against Draper. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Draper ready to challenge the big names after reaching Indian Wells final. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Draper upsets Alcaraz to meet Rune in the Indian Wells final. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). India batsman Kohli not ready to retire. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). 'Just would not go in': Dortmund's Kovac rues missed chances against Leipzig. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). McLaren's Norris holds off Verstappen to win wet Australian Grand Prix. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Do we age steadily or in bursts? New research reveals surprising patterns of ageing. channelnewsasia.com New technologies are giving scientists a better understanding of how the process actually works.
(2025-03-16). Indonesia's cocoa farmers work with businesses, NGOs to fight bitter impact of climate change. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Macron says will announce plans to 'mobilise civilians'. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Conceicao confident of Milan turnaround after another comeback win. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). England attempt to stay grounded after mauling of Wales. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). France set Six Nations try record. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Kompany pleased with Bayern performance despite Union draw. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Nine finals left for City in European qualification fight, Guardiola says. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Real's Ancelotti vows no more matches with less than 72 hours rest. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Sherratt wants Wales to look to future after England humiliation. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Top-four chasing RB Leipzig beat Dortmund 2-0. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Turkish competition board opens probe of video service providers. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). US calls for better access to Korean market, South Korean trade minister says. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). GE2025: NTUC chief Ng Chee Meng attends community event in new Jalan Kayu SMC alongside SM Lee. channelnewsasia.com The former Cabinet minister said that it will be revealed "in good time" whether he will run in the next General Election, but noted that he is familiar with the area.
(2025-03-16). Arsenal keep alive faint title hopes with 1-0 win over Chelsea. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Conte rues Napoli's lack of precision in stalemate with Venezia. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). F1 teams sign 2026 commercial 'Concorde' agreement. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Napoli squander chance to go top with 0-0 draw at Venezia. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Substitutes Muniz and Sessegnon give Fulham 2-0 win over Spurs. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Hospitalised Pope Francis says 'facing period of trial', body 'weak'. channelnewsasia.com
(2025-03-16). Tragic Road Accident Claims Three Lives in Chhattisgarh. devdiscourse.com In a tragic incident, three individuals, including a minor, lost their lives in Chhattisgarh's Balod district when their motorcycle collided with a stationary truck. Officials confirmed the fatalities occurred on Saturday night as the group was returning home from an outing.
(2025-03-16). Mumbai to Host India's Pioneering Institute for Creative Technologies. devdiscourse.com India is set to open its first dedicated institute for animation, visual effects, and gaming in Mumbai, the heart of the country's entertainment sector. The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) will receive Rs 391.15 crore from the Centre and aims to become a National Centre of Excellence akin to the IIT for the AVGC-XR sector.
(2025-03-16). Controversial Hunt: Tribal Man Mistaken for Maoist in Madhya Pradesh. devdiscourse.com A tribal man, identified as Hiran Singh Partha, was killed in an anti-Naxal operation in Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. The police confirmed his identity on March 13 after the encounter occurred on March 9.
(2025-03-16). Judge Blocks Trump's Wartime Law Invocation Against Venezuelan Gang. devdiscourse.com In a controversial legal move, a federal judge on Saturday temporarily halted deportations under President Donald Trump's invocation of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. This rarely used wartime law was aimed at expediting the expulsion of alleged members of the Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua.
(2025-03-16). Bribery Scandal Rocks Indian Oil Corporation. devdiscourse.com In a significant crackdown, a Deputy General Manager of the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has been detained on bribery charges. The arrest occurred as Alex Mathew, stationed at the IOC's Ernakulam office, was allegedly caught receiving a Rs 2 lakh bribe from a gas agency owner.
(2025-03-16). Amit Shah's Strategic Northeastern Tour: Reviewing Legal Reforms and Strengthening Ties. devdiscourse.com Union Home Minister Amit Shah is engaging in pivotal discussions with Northeastern state leaders, focusing on the implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which succeeds the Indian Penal Code in these regions. This high-stakes meeting occurs after Shah's eventful weekend in Mizoram, where he participated in an Assam Rifles program.
(2025-03-16). Gutting Global Voices: The VOA Controversy. devdiscourse.com In a controversial move, more than 1,300 Voice of America employees were placed on administrative leave following President Donald Trump's order to downsize government-funded media. The decision affects media outlets broadcasting reliable news to authoritarian regimes, including Voice of America, which operates in nearly 50 languages.
(2025-03-16). India's Trade Deficit Under Pressure Amid US Tariff Wars. devdiscourse.com In the fiscal year 2026, India's merchandise trade deficit is anticipated to face significant pressure due to persistent strong domestic private consumption, which is expected to keep imports high, according to a recent report by the rating agency Crisil.
(2025-03-16). Empowering Future with Adventure: Kerala's 'Earn While You Learn' Initiative. devdiscourse.com In a bid to harness the burgeoning potential of adventure tourism, the Kerala Institute of Tourism and Travel Studies (KITTS) has launched an insightful training program under the 'Earn While You Learn' scheme.
(2025-03-16). A R Rahman's Swift Recovery After Hospitalization. devdiscourse.com Celebrated composer A R Rahman, known for his contribution to global music, was recently admitted to a corporate hospital due to dehydration and gastric issues, per his family.
(2025-03-16). Odia Poet Ramakanta Rath Leaves Literary Legacy at Age 90. devdiscourse.com Renowned Odia poet and former bureaucrat, Ramakanta Rath, passed away at his home in Kharvel Nagar on Sunday at the age of 90. Family sources confirmed his demise, noting that he is survived by three daughters and a son. Rath, a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, was a towering figure in both administrative and literary circles.
(2025-03-16). Abandoned by Aid: Ivory Coast Villages Face Extremist Threat Alone. devdiscourse.com In the heart of Ivory Coast, the village of Kimbirila-Nord stands at a critical juncture. Once a beneficiary of substantial US aid aimed at countering extremism, it now grapples with the void left by the withdrawal of foreign support.
(2025-03-16). Power Moves: BJP Reveals Candidates for Maharashtra By-Elections. devdiscourse.com The BJP has disclosed the names of three contenders for the March 27 by-elections in Maharashtra, which arise from by-elections for five seats in the state legislative council. Among these candidates is a trusted associate of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and a former member of the legislative assembly.
(2025-03-16). Lando Norris Triumphs in Rain-Soaked Australian GP. devdiscourse.com McLaren's Lando Norris emerged victorious in a dramatic and rain-soaked Australian Grand Prix on Sunday, marking an exhilarating start to the Formula One season at Albert Park.
(2025-03-16). Trump admin axes US-funded media in shock move. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump gestures before his departure for Joint Base Andrews en route to Florida, at the White House, in Washington DC, US, March 14, 2025. — Reuters WASHINGTON: The Trump administration has abruptly suspended journalists at US-funded broadcasters, including…
(2025-03-16). Toll in North Macedonia hip-hop gig blaze rises to 59: interior minister. geo.tv 
This aerial photograph shows a view of the burnt down nightclub in which revellers died, in Kocani, a town some 100 kilometres east of the capital Skopje, on March 16, 2025. — AFP
(2025-03-16). Cyclone Alfred: latest rain bomb from climate inaction's production line. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Dutton ramps up culture war on women, work-from-home. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Growing the pie for whose gain? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Labor's committee says JobSeeker must be raised, but will it? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). March in March to end native forest logging. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Members Coalition mount challenge in NSW Public Service Association election. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Photos: National rallies demand an end to violence against women. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Refugees take their call for permanent visas to Labor MPs. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Tibetans mark national uprising day. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Vic Labor must protect grasslands from developers. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). WA approvals report threatens First Nations cultural heritage. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-16). Stranded Astronauts Welcome SpaceX Crew-10 Inside ISS Amid NASA Rescue Mission | Sunita Williams. hindustantimes.com NASA and SpaceX's Crew-10 mission has successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS). It marked a crucial step in the return of stranded US astronauts, including Indian-origin Sunita Williams. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-03-16). US Storm: Nature's Fury Across America Leaves 30 Dead; Trail Of Destruction Captured On Camera. hindustantimes.com More than 30 people were killed after monster storms and tornadoes ripped across the United States. Several states have declared emergency as dust storm and strong winds gushing up to 130 km/h continue to lash several states. Watch this video to know more.
(2025-03-16). Cairo Bank sale to Emirates NBD sparks fears of foreign control. newarab.com 
The proposed sale of Cairo Bank, one of The deal, valued at over a billion dollars, has raised concerns over its potential impact on national security and economic sovereignty, with critics questioning both its valuation and the choice of a Founded in 1952 under King Farouk's reign and nationalised in 1961, Cairo Bank is a crucial player…
(2025-03-16). Egypt warns Sudan's partition a 'red line' for Cairo. newarab.com 
Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty said on Friday that dividing Sudan is a "red line" for Cairo, as he revealed plans for a conference on the His remarks follow last month's move by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allies, who signed a charter in Kenya declaring a "government of peace and unity" in rebel-controlled areas of Sudan. The move sparked criticism from Arab states and organisations, warning it c…
(2025-03-16). Muslim World League warns against rising Islamophobia. newarab.com 
Speaking at the UN General Assembly on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, Al-Issa warned about the growing threat that anti-Muslim sentiment poses to global coexistence. | In his keynote address, the MWL chief called out the broader implication…
(2025-03-16). Sudan paramilitary shelling kills six in key city: medic. newarab.com 
(2025-03-16). Trump freezes US-funded media outlets including Voice of America. newarab.com 
Hundreds of staff at VOA, Radio Free Asia, Radio Free Europe and other outlets received a weekend email saying they will be barred from their offices and should surrender pr…
(2025-03-16). Trump's nomination of hostage envoy pulled after Hamas meeting. newarab.com 
(2025-03-16). 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?
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). NLR Editors: Symposium: Introduction. newleftreview.org A discussion of Robin Blackburn's quintet on slavery in the Atlantic world: origins, rise, overthrow, legacy.
(2025-03-16). 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.
(2025-03-16). 2 dead as motorcycle, taxi catch fire in Nakasongola accident. independent.co.ug 
Nakasongola, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two people died on the spot on Saturday after motorcycle carrying fuel knocked a taxi causing an explosion in Nakasongola town on Saturday night. The incident occured at around 8pm at Kibatiko village in Nakasongola town council . Sam Twineamazima, the Savannah Regional Police Spokesperson narrates that the rider …
(2025-03-16). EACOP conducts orbital trainings in Uganda. independent.co.ug 
KIKUUBE, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | EACOP together with its tier One Contractor for Line Pipe- Chu Kong Petroleum and Natural Gas Steel Pipe Holdings Limited (PCK) through their National Content implementing partner in Uganda, Avanti Energy Services Limited (Avanti ESL) have carried out orbital welding trainings at Uganda Industrial Research Institute. The trainings are …
(2025-03-16). Karamoja receives last batch of iron sheets. independent.co.ug 
MOROTO, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Office of the Prime Minister has delivered over 100,000 iron sheets to the districts in the Karamoja sub-region. This is the last batch of the consignment to be distributed to the Karamojong reformed warriors who missed out on the first phase. In November 2023, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja …
(2025-03-16). MoH assures Ugandans of malaria vaccine safety. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | An official from the Ministry of Health has assured Ugandans of the safety of the malaria vaccine that will be rolled out in the country on April 2nd. On March 7th, the Minister of Health, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero officially received and flagged off the distribution of 2.2 …
(2025-03-16). Namisindwa district council calls removal of RDC over extortion allegations. independent.co.ug 
Namisindwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Namisindwa District's Assistant Resident District Commissioner (ARDC), Bosco Nabongo, is facing allegations of extortion after the district council passed a resolution on Friday calling for his investigation and temporary removal from office. The councilors accuse Nabongo of soliciting bribes from head teachers of government-aided primary and secondary schools that …
(2025-03-16). New inspection toolkit raises hope to contain depression, violence in schools. independent.co.ug 
Some Students of Blessed Sacrement Secondary School in Masaka City Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Masaka Diocesan Education Secretariat has embarked on a new initiative to streamline internal communication mechanisms in schools as a way of addressing violence and depression among students. As part of this initiative, the Secretariat has introduced a new …
(2025-03-16). Middle Eastern Monarchies In Sudan's War: What's Driving Their Interests #Middle #Eastern #Monarchies #Sudan's #War: #What's #Driving #Their #Interests #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The civil war in Sudan that began in April 2023 involves several external actors. The conflict pits the Sudanese Armed Forces against the paramilitary Rapid Support …
(2025-03-16). Donald Trump Thinks Some Accents Are 'Beautiful,' But What Makes Them So? #Donald #Trump #Thinks #Some #Accents #'Beautiful,' #What #Makes #Them #Meeting #Discussions #Event #Agreement #MoU. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | United States President Donald Trump has recently been commenting on accents while meeting foreign leaders and taking questions from foreign journalists. Trump praised …
(2025-03-16). Why Some Canadians Are In Denial About Donald Trump #Some #Canadians #Denial #About #Donald #Trump #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Prime Minister Mark Carney has vowed Canada will never be a 51st American state and has called on Canada to present a united front to defend against United States …
(2025-03-16). Email Signatures Are Harming The Planet And Could Cost People Their Lives – It's Time To Stop Using Them #Email #Signatures #Harming #Planet #Cost #People #Their #Lives #It's #Time #Stop #Using #Them #Apple #Samsung #Google #AI #Chat #GPT #Cyber #Security. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The use of information technology (IT) has significant environmental and social impacts , including human mortality from climate change. One striking example is the …
(2025-03-16). Gains For Labor As They Lead In Three Of Last Five Polls #Labor #They #Lead #Three #Last #Five #Polls #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | A national Freshwater poll for The Financial Review, conducted March 13 15 from a sample of 1,051, gave the Coalition a 51 49 lead by respondent preferences, a one-point …
(2025-03-16). Whatever Happens To Star, The Age Of Unfettered Gambling Revenue For Casinos May Have Ended #Whatever #Happens #Star, #Unfettered #Gambling #Revenue #Casinos #Have #Ended #Investment #Fund #Contract #Company #Employee. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Casino operator Star Entertainment has been under financial pressure for some time. The company's share price has tanked, and the business, with its three casino …
(2025-03-16). German Political Establishment Responds to Trump with Idiotic Constitutionally-Anchored Pledge to Deindustrialise in the Next 20 Years. dailysceptic.org The German political establishment has responded to Donald Trump with an idiotic constitutionally-anchored pledge to deindustrialise in the next 20 years. Could Friedrich Merz be more inept, laments Eugyppius.
(2025-03-16). Germany: After the federal elections, resistance not adaptation! internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-16). Spanish state: PSOE Congress closes ranks around leader. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-16). So-called axis of resistance. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-16). For Ukraine without oligarchs and occupiers! internationalviewpoint.org The predatory policies of the newly elected U.S. president make it impossible to establish a lasting peace for Ukrainians. Ukraine's refusal to sign the mineral extraction agreement, designed to serve the interests of American capital, demonstrates the country's determination to avoid colonial dependence. This opens the door to exploring a more equitable model of relations between Ukraine and the states of Europe, Asia, and the rest of the world under the banner of resistance to imperialist domination. However, if the current approach persists, Ukraine risks facing an imminent reduction or even a complete halt of…
(2025-03-16). This DWP assault on disabled people isn't what Labour is supposed to look like… is it? thecanary.co A little over a week ago — and unsurprisingly ignored by the British corporate media — the United Nations published a new report calling for Keir Starmer's Labour Party government to take "corrective measures" to address the impact of the devastating cuts to Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) disability benefits introduced under Conservative governments. […] | By
(2025-03-16). Attorney General Letitia James Condemns President Trump's Use of the Alien Enemies Act. urbancny.com Historically, the law has been associated with some of the most controversial moments in American history, including the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. New York, NY — …
(2025-03-16). CPJ, partners urge FCC to stop threatening press freedom and free speech. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-16). Two people who know f*ck all about medicine are now doctors when it comes to the DWP. thecanary.co 
The Canary has reported on disability and mental health since its founding — particularly in relation to how the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) handles these issues. As such, we can confidently state that there is no real difference in how the previous Tory governments viewed disabled people and how the current Labour Party […] | By
(2025-03-16). US uses 18th century law to deport over 200 alleged members of Venezuelan gang. scmp.com Although a US judge has since granted a temporary suspension of the order, many prisoners were already on their way out of the country.
(2025-03-16). Wethersfield's old air base now a hub for asylum seekers; it comes at huge cost to local residents. expose-news.com The British government is using an old air base in Wethersfield, Essex, as a camp for asylum seekers, currently housing 580 men. This number is expected to rise to 800 and eventually …
(2025-03-16). Minster Marshes: destroying a nationally-important habitat under the guise of 'green energy'. thecanary.co More than 90% of the UK's wetlands have been destroyed over the last 100 years, and they now cover only three percent of the country. But these biological hotspots are crucial habitats for a diverse range of animals and plants, and support 10 percent of our species. East Kent's Minster Marshes are no exception, as George […] | By
(2025-03-16). Policing pornography: how Labour is trying to criminalise sexual entertainment — and our desires. thecanary.co A new government-commissioned Review — Creating a Safer World — the Challenge of Regulating Online Pornography — recommends overhauling the government's approach to online pornography, giving the state more power to police sexual content and its use. Conservative peer Baroness Gabby Bertin led the Review, scrutinising current pornography and the legal response to it. Waving […] | By
(2025-03-16). Southport Community Independents: local interest 'above distant bureaucracy' is first step in national resistance. thecanary.co Independent community organisations are setting up to challenge Britain's broken electoral system, and taking the first steps towards a resurgent mass movement on the left. As Southport independent Sean Halsall told attendants of a launch party for Southport Community Independents on 1 March, politics "should be about putting the needs of our community above the demands of […] | By
(2025-03-16). The week where Trump took a wrecking ball to the US economy — and global relations. thecanary.co As Donald Trump and his tariffs trade war escalates, the stock markets have taken a massive hit, and many investors and economists fear that a recession is imminent as shockwaves continue to pound Wall Street. Given the huge hit to share prices earlier this week, in response to the tariffs, it appears that Justin Trudeau's […] | By
(2025-03-16). Labour's DWP cuts would be the BIGGEST since 2010 if they go ahead. thecanary.co With Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) boss Liz Kendall set to make a speech on Tuesday 18 March that lays out the department's plans for health-related benefit reforms, briefings have suggested that cuts of around £6 billion a year are being discussed. Personal Independence Payments, known as DWP PIP, are potentially on the line […] | By
(2025-03-16). G7 A war-prone deception. pressenza.com DECEPTION's meaning is "the act of causing someone to accept as true or valid what is false and invalid." Tamara Lorincz (CWPJN) and Pierre Jasmin (Les Artistes pour la Paix) are rightly offended by the unacceptable G7's March 14 declaration : …
(2025-03-16). Monster US storm spawns tornadoes and fans wildfires, killing at least 17. scmp.com The heaviest fatalities so far were in Missouri, which was lashed by twisters overnight.
(2025-03-16). US man gets genital burns from Starbucks tea, sues and wins US$50 million. scmp.com Delivery driver Michael Garcia had to undergo skin grafts and other medical procedures after scalding liquid was spilled in his lap.
(2025-03-16). US man who got genital burns from Starbucks tea wins US$50 million in lawsuit. scmp.com Delivery driver Michael Garcia had to undergo skin grafts and other medical procedures after scalding liquid was spilled in his lap.
(2025-03-16). US astronauts stuck in space station welcome their 4 SpaceX replacements. scmp.com Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are expected to return to Earth in their own SpaceX capsule later this week.
(2025-03-16). A look at some of the worst fires at nightclubs and music venues. scmp.com Tragically, there have been many fatal nightclub and music venue fires, including one that killed almost 500 people.
(2025-03-16). Pope thanks children who prayed for him outside hospital. scmp.com 'The pope loves you and is always waiting to meet you'.
(2025-03-16). How Greenland's rapid pace of climate change creates risks and opportunities. scmp.com Fishermen swap dogsleds for boats and ice melt opens a 'sweet shop' of minerals to exploit. Yet storms are bigger and the ground is cracking.
(2025-03-16). Expanding Protests at Bay Area Tesla Dealers and Beyond. indybay.org Saturday alone saw actions at Santa Cruz, Fresno, San Francisco and Corte Madera. Here are photos from San Francisco.
(2025-03-16). Greed as a Motor of Modern Society. indybay.org Aristotle had already crióÄÅcized it in his Nicomachean Ethics as Pleonexia, the constant urge to get more, with powerful words throughout history. Aristotle's crióÄÅcism of greed, pleonexia, the desire to have more than you ever need, is based on an understanding of the polióÄÅcal which our society no longer shares…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 3/22: Protest Elon Musk's Fascist Government Takeover Part 6 – Time to Get in the Mix. indybay.org Palo Alto Tesla Showroom | 4180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306…
(2025-03-16). Monday 3/31: Cesar Chavez Day: A March for All Workers. indybay.org Memorial Park, 104 S. Lexington St, Delano, CA 93215…
(2025-03-16). Saturday 4/5: Alameda: Remove! Reverse! Reclaim! Protest Against Trump & Musk. indybay.org Alameda City Hall | 2263 Santa Clara Ave | Alameda, CA 94501…
(2025-03-16). Sunday 3/16: 9-20-22. indybay.org anytime towards truthjusticequalaw awareness…
(2025-03-16). Mexico: Organisations reject the 30-year imprisonment sentence against Pablo López Alavez. fidh.org
(2025-03-16). Justice, truth and reparations for victims of Mozambique's post elections violence. fidh.org
(2025-03-16). Enviado especial de Trump califica de positiva conversación con Putin. cubadebate.cu El enviado especial del presidente de EE. UU. para Oriente Próximo, Steve Witkoff, reveló más detalles de su reunión con el presidente ruso, Vladímir Putin, señalando que la conversación que mantuvieron fue "positiva" y dijo que Washington espera pasar a la siguiente etapa en las conversaciones con Rusia.
(2025-03-16). Incendio en discoteca de Macedonia del Norte deja más de medio centenar de muertos. cubadebate.cu Según el ministro del Interior, Pance Toskovski, al menos 59 personas han muerto por el incendio, que de acuerdo con las pesquisas iniciales habría sido provocado por chispas de los fuegos artificiales utilizados para crear efectos especiales en el concierto. Unas 155 personas fueron hospitalizadas y 18 se reportan gravemente heridas.
(2025-03-16). Posteo doble: Los franceses, a pesar de las claras advertencias, trajeron el Campamento de los Santos a Francia y øQué debe hacer Trump? strategic-culture.su Francia se está muriendo. Es una muerte gradual. Un distrito comercial a la vez. Un barrio a la vez. Un restaurante, un negocio, un teatro, un hotel aquí y allá. Cada muerte es tan triste, pero se puede sobrevivir. Pero a medida que las muertes graduales se acumulan, se convierten en un todo, y ahora Francia se está muriendo.
(2025-03-16). Vice primer ministro de Cuba inicia visita a la India. cubadebate.cu El vice primer ministro de Cuba, Eduardo Martínez, inició este domingo una visita a la India para participar en el Diálogo de Raisina y en el Décimo Cónclave India-América Latina y el Caribe (India-LAC). A su llegada fue recibido por el director general de América Latina y el Caribe de la Cancillería india, K. M. Praphullachandra Sharma.
(2025-03-16). Minuto a minuto: Detalles sobre el restablecimiento del sistema eléctrico. cubadebate.cu En la noche del pasado 14 de marzo, una avería en una subestación habanera provocó una significativa pérdida de energía y, a la postre, la caída del Sistema Electroenergético Nacional. Desde ese momento, se iniciaron las labores de restablecimiento. Cubadebate continúa en esta jornada su minuto a minuto y te informa sobre el avance de este proceso en todo el país.
(2025-03-16). ReArm Europe: attacco frontale a welfare e risparmio privato, senza intaccare la dipendenza militare dagli Usa. strategic-culture.su Nei giorni scorsi, la presidente della Commissione Europea Ursula Von der Leyen ha annunciato ReArm Europe, un piano di riarmo su scala comunitaria da 800 miliardi di euro. | Segue nostro Nei giorni scorsi, la presidente della Commissione Europea Ursula Von der Leyen ha
(2025-03-16). Resistencia de Palestina condena agresión de EE. UU. contra Yemen. cubadebate.cu La Resistencia de Palestina condenó las agresiones lideradas por Estados Unidos y el Reino Unido contra Saná, la capital de Yemen, y la provincia de Saada, las cuales dejaron víctimas mortales. La incursión representó una flagrante violación del derecho internacional al atacar la soberanía y estabilidad de Yemen.
(2025-03-16). III Liga Élite: Industriales y Granma invictos, Ciego de àÅvila toma desquite. cubadebate.cu Industriales y los Alazanes de Granma mantuvieron este domingo sus invictos al repetir sus triunfos de la jornada inaugural de la tercera edición de la Liga Élite del Béisbol Cubano. Los Tigres de Ciego de àÅvila tomaron desquite de la derrota de ayer y batieron 8-1 a los Leñadores de Las Tunas.
(2025-03-16). Qué trae la prensa cubana, domingo 16 de marzo de 2025. cubadebate.cu